2020 INFINITI QX50 hood open

CAUTION
∙ Continuously Variable Transmission(CVT) models cannot be push-started or
tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.
∙ Do not push start this vehicle. The three- way catalyst may be damaged.
WARNING
∙ Do not continue to drive if your vehicleoverheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.
∙ To avoid the danger of being scalded, never remove the coolant reservoir cap
while the engine is still hot. When the
coolant reservoir cap is removed, pres-
surized hot water will spurt out, possibly
causing serious injury.
∙ Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading),
or if you feel a lack of engine power, detect
abnormal noise, etc. take the following steps. 1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the parking brake and engage the
P (Park) position.
Do not stop the engine.
2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the windows, move the heater or air condi-
tioner temperature control to maximum
hot and fan control to high speed. 3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for
steam or coolant escaping from the ra-
diator before opening the hood. (If
steam or coolant is escaping, turn off the
engine.) Do not open the hood further
until no steam or coolant can be seen.
4. Open the engine hood.
WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the engine,
stand clear to prevent getting burned.
5. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is leak-
ing, the water pump belt is missing or
loose, or the cooling fan does not run,
stop the engine.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan
can start at any time.
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
In case of emergency6-7

7. Finally, lift the windshield wiper andwasher lever to the mist position
Donce
and release. This action will cause the
wipers to resume the set position.
CAUTION
∙ After wiper blade replacement, return the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.
∙ Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
aged from wind pressure. If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful
not to let wax get into the washer nozzle
F.
This may cause clogging or improper
windshield-washer operation. If wax gets
into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or
small pin
E.
Rear window wiper blade
If checking or replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
WARNING
Never use a fuse of higher or lower amper-
age rating than that specified on the fuse
box cover. This could damage the electrical
system or electronic control units or cause a
fire.If any electrical equipment does not come on,
check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and the head- light switch are OFF.
2. Open the engine hood.
3. Remove the fuse box cover by pushing the tabs and lifting the cover up.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller. The fuse puller is located in the fuse
block in the passenger compartment.
5. If the fuse is open
A, replace it with a
new fuse
B.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the elec- trical system checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
Fusible links
If the electrical equipment does not operate
and fuses are in good condition, check the
fusible links. If any of these fusible links are
melted, replace with only Genuine NISSAN
parts.
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Some day-to-day and regular maintenance is
essential to maintain your vehicle good me-
chanical condition, as well as its emissions
and engine performance.
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure
that the scheduled maintenance, as well as
general maintenance, is performed.
As the vehicle owner, you are the only one
who can ensure that your vehicle receives
proper maintenance. You are a vital link in the
maintenance chain.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General maintenance includes those items
which should be checked during normal day-
to-day operation. They are essential for
proper vehicle operation. It is your responsi-
bility to perform these procedures regularly
as prescribed.
Performing general maintenance checks re-
quires minimal mechanical skill and only a few
general automotive tools.
These checks or inspections can be done by
yourself, a qualified technician or, if you pre-
fer, an INFINITI retailer.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
The maintenance items listed in this section
are required to be serviced at regular inter-
vals. However under severe driving condi-
tions, additional or more frequent mainte-
nance will be required.
WHERE TO GO FOR SERVICE
If maintenance service is required or your
vehicle appears to malfunction, have the sys-
tems checked and serviced. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
INFINITI technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up-to-date with the lat-
est service information through technical bul-
letins, service tips and training programs.
They are fully qualified to work on INFINITI
vehiclesbeforework begins.
If your vehicle is involved in a collision, it is
recommended that you ask your INFINITI
retailer where the nearest INFINITI Certified
Collision Center is located, or go to
http://collision.infinitiusa.com.
You can be confident that an INFINITI retail-
er’s service department can perform the ser-
vice needed to meet the maintenance re-
quirements on your vehicle. During the normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle, general maintenance should be
performed regularly as prescribed in this sec-
tion. If you detect any unusual sounds, vibra-
tions or smells, be sure to check for the cause
or have it checked promptly. In addition, it is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer if you think that repairs are required.
When performing any checks or maintenance
work, closely observe the “Maintenance pre-
cautions” in the “Do-it-yourself” section of
this manual.
EXPLANATION OF GENERAL
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with“*”isfound in the “Do-it-
yourself” section of this manual.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless other-
wise specified.
Doors and engine hood:
Check that the doors
and engine hood operate properly. Also en-
sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary
latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS GENERAL MAINTENANCE
9-2Maintenance and schedules

Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system)....1-51
Front and rear sonar system ........5-187
Front and rear sonar system switch ....2-50
Front-door pocket ...............2-56
Front power seat adjustment .........1-3
Frontseats....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Fuel economy ...............5-173
Fuel-filler door and cap ..........3-30
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Fueloctanerating.............10-5
Fuel recommendation ...........10-3
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-26
Fuel efficient driving tips ..........5-172
Fuel-filler door .................3-30
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses ......................8-18
Fusiblelinks...................8-19
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Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-76,2-78,2-79
Gascap.....................3-30
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge ....2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ...................2-5
Speedometer ..............2-4,2-5
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip odometer .............2-4,2-5
General maintenance ..............9-2 Glovebox....................2-58
Gloveboxlock.................2-58
Grocery hooks
.................2-62
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight aiming control ...........2-44
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-40
Headlights ...................8-23
Headlights, aiming control ..........2-44
Headlight switch ...............2-40
Head restraints ..................1-7
Head Up Display (HUD) ............2-51
Heated seats ..................2-48
Heater Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ...............4-35
Heater and air conditioner controls . . .4-36
Heater operation .............4-37
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . . .4-35
Heater and air conditioner settings .....4-42
Hill start assist system ............5-186
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver............2-76,2-78,2-79
Hood .......................3-23
Hook Luggage hook ...............2-61
Horn.......................2-46
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Ignition switch Push-button ignition switch .......5-13Immobilizer system
..............5-17
Important vehicle information label . . . .10-11
In-cabin microfilter ..............8-15
Increasing fuel economy ..........5-173
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) .............2-9,2-10,2-16
INFINITI Drive Mode Selector ........5-29
INFINITI Intelligent Key System .....3-2,
3-7
INFINITI
InTouch™ Owner's Manual .....4-2
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System ...............2-34,3-4,5-17
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .....3-35
Instrument brightness control ........2-45
Instrument panel .............0-6,2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ......2-45
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) .....5-173
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
(for vehicles without ProPILOT Assist) . . .5-77
Intelligent Key system Key operating range ............3-8
Keyoperation ...............3-10
Mechanical key ...............3-3
Remote keyless entry operation .....3-14
Troubleshooting guide ..........3-17
Warningsignals ..............3-17
Interiorlight................... 2-74
ISOFIX child restraints ............1-24
J
Jump starting ............... 6-5, 8-12
11-3