
OPERATING THE POWER
LIFTGATE
WARNING
∙ Make sure that all passengers have theirhands, etc., inside the vehicle before clos-
ing the liftgate.
∙ Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly acti-
vate switches or controls or make the ve-
hicle move. Unattended children could
become involved in serious accidents. NOTE:
To open, close or reverse the power liftgate,
the shift lever must be in P (Park). Also, the
power liftgate will not operate if battery
voltage is low.
Power Open:
The power liftgate automatically moves from
the fully closed position to the fully open
position in approximately5–8seconds. The
power open feature can be activated by the
button on the Intelligent Key, the instrument
panel switch or the liftgate opener switch. A
chime sounds to indicate the power open
sequence has been started. ∙ When the vehicle is locked, the liftgate
can be opened by the instrument panel
switch, Intelligent Key or liftgate opener
switchA(with the Intelligent Key in lift-
gate range). The liftgate will individually
unlock and open. Once the liftgate is
closed, the vehicle will remain in the un-
lock status.
∙ The Intelligent Key button must be held for 0.5 seconds before the liftgate opens.
∙ The liftgate must be unlocked to open it with the liftgate opener switch
Aand
without Intelligent Key in liftgate range.
LPD2062
Instrument panel switch
LPD2212
Liftgate opener switch
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A warning chime will sound if the shift lever is
moved out of P (Park) and the vehicle is be-
ginning to move, during a power open opera-
tion.Power Close:
The power liftgate automatically moves from
the fully open position to the secondary po-
sition. When the liftgate reaches the second-
ary position, the cinching motor engages and
pulls the liftgate to its primary latch position.
Power close takes approximately7–10sec-
onds. The power close feature can be acti-
vated by the button on the Intelligent Key, the
instrument panel switch or the liftgate close
switch
Bon the liftgate. A chime sounds to
indicate the power close sequence has been
started. ∙ If the liftgate opener switch
Ais acti-
vated while the cinching motor is en-
gaged, the cinching motor will disengage
and release the latch.
∙ The Intelligent Key button must be held for 0.5 seconds before the liftgate closes.
Stop - Reverse:
During the open/close movement, the lift-
gate can be stopped if the Intelligent Key,
instrument panel or liftgate switch (
AorB)
is pressed. The liftgate can be reversed if the
Intelligent Key, instrument panel or liftgate
switch (
AorB) is pressed again.
Auto Reverse:
If an obstacle is detected during power open
or power close, a warning chime will sound
and the liftgate will reverse direction and re-
turn to the full open or full close position. If a
second obstacle is detected, the liftgate mo-
tion will stop and the liftgate will enter
manual mode.
A pinch strip is mounted on each side of the
liftgate. If an obstacle is detected by a pinch
strip during power close, the liftgate will re-
verse direction and return to the full open
position.
Liftgate close switch
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CAUTION
∙ Interference or malfunction can becaused by parking in close proximity to
radio or satellite towers.
∙ Intelligent Key interference could be caused if you have your key fob stored
next to your cell phone or any RF-enabled
smart card. For additional information,
refer to “INFINITI Intelligent Key” in this
section.
LIFTGATE RELEASE
WARNING
∙ Always be sure the liftgate has beenclosed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
∙ Do not drive with the liftgate open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. For additional
information, refer to “Exhaust gas (car-
bon monoxide)” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
∙ To avoid personal injury, do not attempt to activate the power liftgate if one or
both of the liftgate struts are removed.
CAUTION
∙ If the power liftgate does not stay openor if the liftgate unexpectedly closes at
any time while a continuous warning
chime sounds, do not operate the lift-
gate. There may be a pressure loss in one
or both of the liftgate struts. It is recom-
mended that you have the liftgate in-
spected. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
∙ Do not activate the power liftgate if one or both of the liftgate struts are re-
moved. Damage to the liftgate or power
liftgate mechanisms may occur.
Power liftgate release
If the liftgate cannot be opened with the
instrument panel switch, liftgate opener
switch or key fob due to a discharged battery,
follow these steps:
1. Remove the cover
Aon the inside of the
liftgate.
2. Move the lever
Bas illustrated to open
the liftgate.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible for repair.
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Voice Recognition logic
(if so equipped)
When the climate control system is on, the
front and rear fan speeds may be automati-
cally lowered so that commands are more
easily recognized. Fan speed can be adjusted
using the fan speed decrease and increase
buttons, if desired.
MANUAL OPERATION
Fan speed control
Press thefan speed control buttons to
manually control the fan speed.
Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic control of the fan speed.
Temperature control
Press the temperature control buttons up or
down to set the desired temperature.
The temperature can be set within the fol-
lowing range:
∙ For U.S.: 60 to 90ºF (16 to 32ºC)
∙ For Canada: 64 to 90ºF (18 to 32ºC)
Air recirculation
Press theair recirculation button to re-
circulate interior air inside the vehicle.
The
indicator light on the button will
come on.
The air recirculation cannot be activated
when the air conditioner is in the
front
defrosting mode.
When the outside temperature exceeds 70°F
(21°C), the air conditioning system may de-
fault to air recirculation mode automatically
to reduce overall power consumption. To exit
air recirculation mode, deselect the air recir-
culation button (indicator will turn off) to en-
ter fresh air mode.
Automatic intake air control
In the AUTO mode, the intake air will be
controlled automatically. To manually control
the intake air, press the
air recirculation
button. To return to the automatic control
mode, press and hold the
air recircula-
tion button for about 2 seconds. The indica-
tor light will flash twice, and then the intake
air will be controlled automatically.
Air flow control
Press thebutton to manually control
air flow. Pressing the button repeatedly will
cycle through the available modes and dis-
play the corresponding icon on the center
display:
— Air flows from center and side
vents.
— Air flows from center and sidevents and foot outlets.
— Air flows mainly from footoutlets.
— Air flows from defroster andfoot outlets.
To turn system off
Press the OFF button.
CLIMATE button
Press the CLIMATE button on the control
panel to display the screen for front air con-
ditioner operations.
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch
For additional information, refer to “Rear
window and outside mirror defroster switch”
in the “Instruments and controls” section of
this manual.
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OPERATING TIPS
The sunload sensor, located on the top driv-
er’s side of the instrument panel, helps the
system maintain a constant temperature. Do
not put anything on or around this sensor.∙ When the climate system is in automatic
operation and the engine coolant tem-
perature and outside air temperature are
low, the air flow outlet may default to
defroster mode for a maximum of 2 min-
utes 30 seconds. This is not a malfunc-
tion. After the engine coolant tempera-
ture warms up, the air flow outlet will
return to foot mode and operation will
continue normally.
∙ When the outside and interior cabin tem- peratures are moderate to high, the in-
take setting may default to turn off air
recirculation to allow fresh air into the
passenger compartment. You may notice
air flow from the foot mode vent outlets
for a maximum of 15 seconds. This is not
a malfunction. After the initial warm air is
expelled, the intake will return to auto-
matic control, air flow outlet will return to
previous settings, and operation will con-
tinue normally. To exit, press any climate
control button.
∙ Keep the moonroof (if so equipped) closed while the air conditioner is in op-
eration. ∙ If you feel that the air flow mode you
have selected and the outlets the air is
coming out do not match, select the
mode.
∙ When you change the air flow mode, you may feel air flow from the feet vents for
just a moment. This is not a malfunction.
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When rear climate is off, pressing SYNC will
synchronize only driver’s and front passen-
ger’s climate settings. When rear climate is
on, pressing SYNC will synchronize driver,
front passenger, and rear temperature and
fan settings.
To change climate settings when SYNC is
active (the SYNC indicator is on):∙ The driver’s side temperature control buttons will control the driver, front pas-
senger, and rear (if rear climate is on)
temperatures.
∙ The fan speed control buttons will con- trol the front and rear climate fan speeds.
∙ The front AUTO (automatic) climate con- trol on-off button will activate the front
and rear climate automatic settings.
To exit SYNC: ∙ To remove the front passenger from SYNC, press the passenger’s side tem-
perature control buttons. The driver and
rear settings remain in SYNC until rear is
removed from SYNC. ∙ To remove the rear from SYNC, change
any of the rear climate settings. The
driver and front passenger settings re-
main in SYNC until the front passenger is
removed from SYNC.
∙ To reactivate SYNC press the SYNC but- ton.
To turn system off
Press the OFF button.
CLIMATE button
Press the CLIMATE button on the control
panel to display the screen for front air con-
ditioner operations.
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch
For additional information, refer to “Rear
window and outside mirror defroster switch”
in the “Instruments and controls” section of
this manual.
OPERATING TIPS
The sunload sensor, located on the top driv-
er’s side of the instrument panel, helps the
system maintain a constant temperature. Do
not put anything on or around this sensor.
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The air conditioner system in your INFINITI
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant designed
with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s
ozone layer.
Special charging equipment and lubricant is
required when servicing your INFINITI air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or
lubricants will cause severe damage to your
air conditioner system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Air conditioner system re-
frigerant and oil recommendations” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for servicing your “environmentally
friendly” air conditioning system.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains refrig-
erant under high pressure. To avoid per-
sonal injury, any air conditioner service
should be done only by an experienced
technician with proper equipment.There are USB/iPod® charging ports located
in the 1st row beneath the instrument panel,
in the 2nd row on the back of the center
console (if so equipped) and in the 3rd row
above the cup holders. These ports will
charge compatible devices.
NOTE:
The USB/iPod® charging ports will not op-
erate with the display screen. Only the USB
connection port located inside the console
box will operate USB/iPod® devices.
1st row
LHA4791
2nd row (if so equipped)
LHA4869
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER USB/iPod® CHARGING PORTS
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The ignition lock is designed so that the igni-
tion switch cannot be placed in the OFF po-
sition until the shift lever is moved to the P
(Park) position.
When the ignition switch cannot be placed in
the OFF position, proceed as follows:1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) posi- tion.
2. Push the ignition switch. The ignition switch position will change to the ON
position.
3. Push the ignition switch again to the OFF position.
The shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position if the ignition switch is in the
ON position and the brake pedal is de-
pressed.
If the battery of the vehicle is discharged, the
ignition switch cannot be moved from the
LOCK position.
Some indicators and warnings for operation
are displayed on the vehicle information dis-
play. For additional information, refer to “Ve-
hicle information display” in the “Instruments
and controls” section of this manual.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the speci-
fied operating range.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost
discharged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key system’s operating range becomes nar-
rower and may not function properly.
If the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone, even some-
one who does not carry the Intelligent Key, to
push the ignition switch to start the engine. The operating range of the engine start func-
tion is inside of the vehicle
1.
∙ The luggage area is not included in the operating range, but the Intelligent Key
may function.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed on the in- strument panel or inside the glove box,
storage bin or door pocket, the Intelligent
Key may not function.
∙ If the Intelligent Key is placed near the door or window outside the vehicle, the
Intelligent Key may function.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH POSITIONS
LOCK (Normal parking position)
The ignition switch can only be locked in this
position.
The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is
placed in the ACC position while carrying the
Intelligent Key.
The ignition switch will lock when any door is
opened or closed with the ignition switched
off.
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