Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
The lift gate is open.
WARNING
When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the lift gate is open.
There is a risk of poisoning
Close the lift gate.
The hood is open.
A warning tone also sounds.
WARNING
The open hood may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Close the hood.
At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.
Close all doors.
[Power Steering Malfunc-
tion See Operator's
Manual]The power steering assistance is faulty.
A warning tone also sounds.WARNING
You will need to use more force to steer.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
2. If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified specialist workshop.
3. If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Steering Malfunction See
Operator's Manual]The electric steering lock is malfunctioning.WARNING
The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
The electric steering lock was unable to unlock the steering.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. To unlock the steering, move the steering wheel slightly.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock again.
[Check Washer Fluid]The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
Top up the washer fluid (see "Window washer fluid")
[Wiper Malfunctioning] The windshield wipers are defective.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Hazard Warning Flashers
Malfunctioning]The hazard warning lights are faulty.
Visit an INFINITI retailer.
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Key
Problem Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Key Does Not Belong to
Vehicle]You have put the wrong key in the ignition switch.
Use the correct key.
[Obtain a New Key]The key needs to be replaced.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Replace Key Battery]The key battery is discharged.
Replace the battery (see "Checking the battery")
[Key Not Detected] (red
display message)The key is not in the vehicle.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Locate the key.
Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock and bring into key mode.
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Remove 'Start' Button,
Then Insert Key]The key is continually undetected.
The key detection function has a temporary malfunction or is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.•Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.•It is recommended you consult an INFINITI retailer.
[Key Not Detected] (white
display message)The key is currently undetected.
Change the location of the key in the vehicle.
If the key still cannot be detected, operate the vehicle with the key in the ignition switch if necessary.
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IMMOBILISER
The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
•To activate with the key: remove the key
from the ignition lock.
•To deactivate:switch on the ignition.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can
start the engine if a valid key has been left
inside the vehicle.
NOTE
The immobiliser is always deactivated when
you start the engine.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this de-
vice must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.NOTE
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to oper-
ate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation of the device.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
To arm:lock the vehicle with the key or Intel-
ligent Key. Indicator light
1flashes. The
alarm system is armed after approximately
15 seconds.
To deactivate:unlock the vehicle with the key
or Intelligent Key.
or
Insert the key into the ignition switch.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
•A door.
•The vehicle with the emergency key element.
•The lift gate.
•The hood.
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To switch the alarm off with the key: press
theorbutton on the key. The
alarm is switched off
or
Vehicles with a push button ignition switch:
•Remove the start/stop button from the
ignition lock (see " Push-button ignition
switch (if equipped)")
•Insert the key into the ignition lock. The
alarm stops.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you
close the open door that has triggered it, for
example.
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and ob-
scure your vision which may lead to an ac-
cident. Warm the windshield with the
defroster before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
•Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the win-
dow washer fluid reservoir is empty.
•Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
•Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir
tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.NOTE
•If the wiper operation is interrupted by
snow or ice, the wiper may stop moving to
protect its motor. If this occurs, turn the
wiper switch to the “OFF” position and
remove the snow or ice on and around the
wiper arms. In approximately 1 minute,
turn the switch on again to operate the
wiper.
•Do not operate the windshield wipers
when the windshield is dry, as this could
damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windshield can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place
when the windshield is dry.
•If it is necessary to switch on the wipers in
dry weather conditions, always operate
them using washer fluid.
•If the windshield wipers leave smears on
the windshield after the vehicle has been
washed in an automatic car wash, this
may be due to wax or other residue. Clean
the windshield with washer fluid after an
automatic car wash.
WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
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•High beam Assist does not recognize
road users:
–Who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians.
–Who have low intensity lighting, e. g.
cyclists.
–Whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a
barrier.
•In very rare cases, High beam Assist rec-
ognizes road users too late or not at all.
In this, or in similar situations, the auto-
matic high beam headlights will not be
deactivated or activated regardless.
There is a risk of an accident.
•Always carefully observe the traffic
conditions and switch off the high beam
headlights in good time.
CAUTION
High beam Assist cannot compensate for
road and weather circumstances while
driving. The system saves the driver from
having to operate the switch. The driver
always remains responsible for choosing
the correct light setting.
Specific situations in which to operate the
headlight switch manually:
•In heavy rain, snowy conditions. (gen-
eral poor visibility and bad weather con-
ditions).
•When the vehicle sensors are dirty, cov-
ered or broken.
Switching High Beam Assist on/off
To switch on:
Turn the light switch to
the combination switch beyond the pressure
point in the direction of arrow
3. Theindicator light in the vehicle information dis-
play lights up when it is dark and the light
sensor switches on the low-beam headlights.
If you are driving at speeds above approxi-
mately 28 MPH (45 km/h) the headlight
range is set automatically depending on the
distance between the vehicle and other road
users.
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If you are driving at speeds above approxi-
mately 34 MPH (55 km/h) and no other road
users are detected, the high beam headlights
are switched on automatically. The
indicator light in the combination meter also
lights up.
If you are driving at speeds below approxi-
mately 28 MPH (45 km/h) or other road
users are detected or the roads are ad-
equately lit The high beam headlights are
switched off automatically. The
indica-
tor light in the combination meter goes out.
The
indicator light in the vehicle infor-
mation display remains lit.
To deactivate:
Move the combination switch back to its nor-
mal position The
indicator light in the
vehicle information display goes out.
HEADLIGHTS MISTED UP ON
THE INSIDE
Certain climatic and physical conditions may
cause moisture to form in the headlight. This
moisture does not affect the functionality of
the headlight.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The light sensor in the combination meter
automatically controls the brightness of the
instrument panel
In daylight, the displays in the combination
meter are not illuminated
The lighting in the combination meter, dis-
plays and controls in the vehicle interior can
be adjusted using the brightness control
knob.
The brightness control knob
1is located
behind the steering wheel.
Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or
counterclockwise. If the light switch is set to
orthe brightness is dependent
upon the brightness of the ambient light.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
In conditions where visibility is poor due to
fog, snow or rain, the fog lights improve vis-
ibility as well as making it easier for other
road users to see you. They can be operated
together with the side lights or together with
the side lights and low beam headlights.
To switch on the fog lights:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position
or start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor
•Press thebutton. The greenindicator light in the combination meter
lights up
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (IF SO
EQUIPPED)
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