4-44Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
MEMO
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) or N(Neutral) position. (P is recommended.)
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the shift lever is in either of the
above positions.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Firmly depress the brake pedal
and push the ignition switch to start the
engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal with the
ignition switch in any position.
.If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold weather or when re-
starting, depress the accelerator ped-
al a little (approximately 1/3 to the
floor) and while holding, crank the
engine. Release the accelerator pedal
when the engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to start
because it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it. Push the ignition
switch to the ON position to start
cranking the engine. After 5 or 6
seconds, stop cranking by pushing
the ignition switch to OFF. After
cranking the engine, release the accel-
erator pedal. Crank the engine withyour foot off the accelerator pedal
by
depressing the brake pedal and push-
ing the push-button ignition switch to
start the engine. If the engine starts,
but fails to run, repeat the above
procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start, push the ignition switch to
OFF and wait 10 seconds before crank-
ing again, otherwise the starter could be
damaged.
4. Warm-up
Allow the engine to idle for at least 30
seconds after starting. Do not race the
engine while warming it up. Drive at
moderate speed for a short distance
first, especially in cold weather. In cold
weather, keep the engine running for a
minimum of 2 - 3 minutes before shut-
ting it off. Starting and stopping the
engine over a short period of time may
make the vehicle more difficult to start.
When racing the engine up to 4,500 rpm
or more under no load condition, the
engine will enter the fuel cut mode. 5. To stop the engine, shift the shift lever to
the P (Park) position and push the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
REMOTE ENGINE START (if so
equipped)
Vehicles started with the remote engine
start function require the ignition switch to
be placed in the ON position before the shift
lever can be moved from the P (Park)
position. To place the ignition switch in the
ON position, perform the following steps:
1. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is on you.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Push the ignition switch once to the ON position.
Starting and driving5-15
STARTING THE ENGINE
starting the engine. Damage to the
cord could result in an electrical shock
and can cause serious injury.
. Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged
extension cord rated for at least 10A.
Plug the extension cord into a Ground
Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected,
grounded 110-VAC outlet. Failure
to use the proper extension cord or
a grounded outlet can result in a fire
or electrical shock and cause serious
personal injury.
JVS0905X
NOTE:
To operate the active noise cancellation and
active sound enhancement system properly:
.Do not cover the speakers or woofer.
. Do not cover the microphones. .
Do not change or modify speakers in-
cluding the woofer and any audio related
parts such as the amplifier.
. Do not make any modification including
sound deadening or modifications
around the microphones, speakers or
woofer.
Starting and driving5-137
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION/
ACTIVE SOUND ENHANCEMENT
5-138Starting and driving
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
The active noise cancellation uses micro-
phoneslocated inside the vehicle to detect
engine booming noises. The system then
automatically produces a muted engine
booming noise through the speakers
,(if so equipped),(if so equipped) and
wooferto reduce engine booming noise.
If the microphone
or the area around it is
tapped, abnormal noise may be output from
the speaker.
ACTIVE SOUND ENHANCEMENT
The active sound enhancement generates
sounds according to engine speed and
driving modes through the speakers
and(if so equipped) to enhance the quality of
the engine sound.
.Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir. Do not use the window
washer reservoir to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water. .
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of
baking soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections
are clean and securely tightened.
. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days
or longer, disconnect the negative (−)
battery terminal cable to prevent dis-
charging it.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
CAUTION
When the battery cable is removed from
the battery terminal, do not close either
of front doors. The automatic window
adjusting function will not work, and the
side roof panel may be damaged. To disconnect the negative (−) battery
terminal, perform the procedure in the
following order. Otherwise, the window
and the side roof panel may contact and be
damaged.
1. Close the windows.
2. Open the hood.
3. Close and lock all the doors.
4. Disconnect the negative (−) battery
terminal.
5. Securely close the hood.
To connect the negative (−) battery terminal,
perform the procedure in the following
order. Otherwise, the window and the side
roof panel may contact and be damaged.
1. Unlock and open the driver side door. Do not close the door.
2. Open the hood.
3. Connect the negative (−) battery term- inal. Then close the hood.
4. Fully open the driver side door window.
5. Close the driver side door and the window.WARNING
.Do not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
Do-it-yourself8-11
BATTERY
9-4Maintenance and schedules
wear or damage.
Steering wheel:Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time
you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. It
should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or
under severe condition require frequent
checks of the battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Intercooler coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt is
frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound
of the exhaust seems unusual or there is a
smell of exhaust fumes, immediately have
the exhaust system inspected. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. (See “Precautions when starting and
driving” (P.5-4).) Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the
vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If you should notice any leaks or if
gasoline fumes are evident, check for the
cause and have it corrected immediately.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks, defor-
mation, rot or loose connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust. It
is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust will form on the
floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the
exhaust system. At the end of winter, the
underbody should be thoroughly flushed
with plain water, being careful to clean
those areas where mud and dirt may accu-
mulate. For additional information, see
“Cleaning exterior” (P.7-2).
Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there
is adequate fluid in the reservoir.
10-22Technical and consumer information
This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
.How various systems in your vehicle were
operating;
. Whether or not the driver and passenger
safety belts were buckled/fastened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was depres-
sing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;
and,
. How fast the vehicle was traveling.
. Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better under-
standing of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your
vehicle only if a nontrivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR
under normal driving conditions and no
personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and
crash location) are recorded. However, other
parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely ac-
quired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and INFINITI re-
tailer, other parties, such as law enforce-
ment, that have the special equipment, can
read the information if they have access to
the vehicle or the EDR. EDR data will only be
accessed with the consent of the vehicle
owner or lessee or as otherwise required or
permitted by law.
Genuine INFINITI Service Manual for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the best
source of service and repair information for
your vehicle. This manual is the same one
used by the factory-trained technicians
working at INFINITI retailers. Genuine
INFINITI Owner’s Manuals can also be
purchased.
For USA:
For current pricing and availability of genu-
ine
INFINITI Service Manuals, contact:
www.infiniti-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of genu-
ineINFINITI Owner’s Manuals, contact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada:
To purchase a copy of a genuine INFINITI
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual for this
model year and prior, contact an INFINITI
retailer. For the phone number and location
of an INFINITI retailer in your area call the
INFINITI Satisfaction Center at 1-800-361-
4792 and a bilingual INFINITI representative
will assist you.
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR) OWNER’S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION
11 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ................... 5-127
Active Lane Control ............................................ 5-25
Active noise cancellation ................................. 5-138
Active sound enhancement ............................ 5-138
Active trace control ......................................... 5-130
Air bag systemFront-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ..................... 1-52
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact and
rollover supplemental air bag system ...... 1-52
Air bag warning labels ....................................... 1-55
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-55, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-15
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation ........................... 4-34
Air conditioner service ................................. 4-41
Air conditioner specification label ......... 10-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations .... 4-41, 10-7
Automatic air conditioner ........................... 4-36
Heater and air conditioner ......................... 4-34
Servicing air conditioner .............................. 4-41
Sync mode setting ......................................... 4-39
Air deflectors ..................................................... 10-14
Alarm How to stop alarm (see vehicle security
system) ............................................................. 2-33
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................ 5-10 Antenna .................................................................. 4-42
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ................... 5-127
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ............................... 7-2
Interior appearance care ................................ 7-5
Around View
®Monitor ...................................... 4-11
Audible reminders ................................................ 2-19
Autolight system .................................................. 2-38
Automatic
Automatic adjusting function
(power windows) ........................................... 2-54
Automatic air conditioner ........................... 4-36
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-9
Driving with Automatic
Transmission (AT) .......................................... 5-16
Automatic door locks ............................................ 3-5
Automatic drive positioner ............................... 3-33
Automatic seat positioner ................................ 3-33
Avoiding collision and rollover ............................ 5-9
B
Back-up Collision Intervention (BCI) .............. 5-57
Battery .................................................................... 8-11 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ......... 3-2
Battery saver system .................................... 2-41
Intelligent Key ................................................. 8-19
Variable voltage control system ............... 8-13
Before starting the engine ................................ 5-14
Belts (See drive belts) ......................................... 8-13 Blind Spot Intervention
®(BSI) ......................... 5-45
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ............................... 5-37
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ............. 5-127
Brake fluid ......................................................... 8-9
Brake force distribution ............................. 5-129
Brake system ................................................ 5-126
Parking brake operation ............................. 5-20
Brake warning light ............................................. 2-13
Break-in schedule .............................................. 5-119
Bulb check/instrument panel ........................... 2-12
Bulb replacement ................................................. 8-22
C
Camera aiding sonar function ......................... 4-24
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ....................... 10-2
Car phone or CB radio ....................................... 4-42
Card holder ............................................................ 2-51
Catalytic converter Three-way catalyst ......................................... 5-5
Center ventilators ................................................ 4-34
Chassis control ................................................... 5-132
Check tire pressure warning ............................. 2-24
Checking intercooler coolant level .................... 8-6
Child restraints ...................................................... 1-19 LATCH system ............................................... 1-21
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-19
Child safety ............................................................ 1-17