2020 INFINITI QX50 ignition

When thebutton is pressed during the
open or close process, the liftgate motors will
stop. When the
button is pressed again
for longer than 1 second the liftgate will re-
verse direction.
Using the panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel threat-
ened, you may activate the panic alarm to call
attention by pressing and holding the
button on the Intelligent Key for longer than
0.5 seconds.
The panic alarm and headlights will stay on
for a period of time.
The panic alarm stops when:
∙ It has run for a period of time, or
∙ Any button is pressed on the Intelligent Key.
∙ The request switch on the driver or pas- senger door is pushed and the Intelligent
Key is in range of the door handle.
Answer back horn feature
If desired, the answer back horn feature can
be deactivated using the Intelligent Key.
When it is deactivated and the
but-
ton is pressed, the hazard indicator lights flash twice. When the
button is
pressed, neither the hazard indicator lights
nor the horn operates. However, the head-
lights will illuminate for 30 seconds.
NOTE:
If you change the answer back horn and light
flash feature with the Intelligent Key, the
lower touch-screen display will show the
current mode after the ignition switch has
been cycled from the OFF to the ON position
of the ”Comfort & Convenience” options of
the “Settings” menu in the lower touch-
screen display can also be used to change the
answer back horn mode between “Conve-
nience” and “Security” settings.
To deactivate: Press and hold the
andbuttonsfor at least 2 seconds.
The hazard indicator lights will flash three
times to confirm that the answer back horn
feature has been deactivated.
To activate: Press and hold the
andbuttonsfor at least 2 seconds once
more.
The hazard indicator lights will flash once and
the horn will sound once to confirm that the
horn beep feature has been reactivated. Deactivating the horn beep feature does not
silence the horn if the alarm is triggered.
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving un-
expectedly by erroneous operation of the In-
telligent Key or to help prevent the vehicle
from being stolen, a chime or buzzer sounds
from inside and outside the vehicle and a
warning is displayed in the instrument panel.
When a chime or beep sounds or a warning is
displayed, be sure to check the vehicle and
the Intelligent Key.
For additional information, refer to the
“Troubleshooting guide” in this section and
the separate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s
Manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Verify the location of all Intelligent Keys that
are programmed for the vehicle. If another
Intelligent Key is in range or inside the vehicle,
the vehicle system may respond differently
than expected.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When stopping the engine The Shift to P range warning appears on
the display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously. A door is opened while the P (Park) po-
sition is not engaged and the ignition
switch is still in the ON position.Place the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion and apply the parking brake. Place
the ignition in the OFF position.
When engaging the P (Park) position The Push Ignition to OFF warning ap-
pears in the display. The ignition switch is in the ON position.Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to get
out of the vehicle The Door Open warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously.
The ignition switch is in the ON position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door after getting out
of the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime sounds
three times and the inside warning
chime sounds for approximately 3 sec-
onds.
The ignition switch is in the ON position.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
The Shift to P range warning appears on
the display and the outside chime
sounds continuously. The ignition switch is in the ON position
and the P (Park) position is not engaged.
Apply the parking brake.
Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
When closing the door with the inside
lock knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds and all the doors
unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the door handle or lift-
gate request switch or the
button on the Intelligent Key to lock the
door The outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 2 seconds.
The Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine The Key Battery Low warning appears
on the display.
The battery charge may be getting low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery
replacement” in the “Do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime sounds
three times and the inside warning
chime sounds for approximately 3 sec-
onds. The battery charge may be getting low.
Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery
replacement” in the “Do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
When pushing the ignition switch The Key System Error: See Owner’s
Manual warning appears on the display. It warns of a malfunction with the Intel-
ligent Key system.It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer.
LOG-IN FUNCTION
After setting up the user information, the
system will automatically recognize the user
upon turning on the vehicle.
There will be a personalized welcome greet-
ing and screen prompt to log in.
This feature allows four drivers to use their
own registration, drive mode, driving posi-
tion, air conditioner, and auto settings and
memorizes these custom settings.
The log-in user can be changed on the wel-
come greeting screen or the User List screen.
For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual. The log-in function is linked to the following
features:
∙ Meter
∙ Audio
∙ Navigation system display
∙ Navigation settings
∙ Air conditioner
∙
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)
∙ Engine/transmission
∙ Steering
∙ Suspension (if so equipped)
∙ Active trace control system ∙ Driver assistance except for the Forward
Emergency Braking (FEB) with Pedes-
trian Detection system (if so equipped)
∙ Body Control Module (BCM)
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REMOTE STARTING THE
VEHICLE
To use the Remote Engine Start feature to
start the engine perform the following:1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
2. Press the
button to lock all
doors.
3. Within 5 seconds press and hold the
button until the turn signal
lights flash and the tail lamps turn on. If
the vehicle is not within view press and
hold the
button for at least 2 sec-
onds.
The following events will occur when the en-
gine starts:
∙ The parking lights will turn on and remain on as long as the engine is running.
∙ The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
∙ The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. Repeat the steps to extend
the time for an additional 10 minutes. For
additional information, refer to “Extend-
ing engine run time” in this section.
Depress and hold the brake then push the
push-button ignition switch to the ON posi- tion before driving. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Driving the vehicle” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The Remote Engine Start feature can be ex-
tended one time by performing the steps
listed in “Remote starting the vehicle” in this
section. Run time will be calculated as fol-
lows:
∙ The first 10 minute run time will start when the Remote Engine Start function
is performed.
∙ The second 10 minutes will start immedi- ately when the Remote Engine Start
function is performed again. For ex-
ample, if the engine has been running for
5 minutes, and 10 minutes are added, the
engine will run for a total of 15 minutes.
∙ Extending engine run time will bring you to the two Remote Engine Start limit.
A maximum of two Remote Engine Starts, or
a single start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.
The ignition switch must be cycled to the ON
position and then back to the OFF position
before the Remote Engine Start procedure
can be used again.
CANCELING A REMOTE ENGINE
START
To cancel a Remote Engine Start, perform
one of the following: ∙ Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle and press
until the parking lights turn
off.
∙ Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
∙ Cycle the ignition switch on and then off.
∙ The extended engine run time has ex- pired.
∙ The first 10 minute timer has expired.
∙ The engine hood has been opened.
∙ The vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
∙ The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into the vehicle.
∙ The ignition switch is pushed without an Intelligent Key in the vehicle.
∙ The ignition switch is pushed with an In- telligent Key in the vehicle but the brake
pedal is not depressed.
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CONDITIONS THE REMOTE
ENGINE START WILL NOT WORK
The Remote Engine Start will not operate if
any of the following conditions are present:∙ The ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
∙ The hood is not securely closed.
∙ The hazard indicator lights are on.
∙ The engine is still running. The engine must be completely stopped. Wait at
least 6 seconds if the engine goes from
running to off. This is not applicable when
extending engine run time.
∙ The
button is not pressed and held
for at least 2 seconds.
∙ The
button is not pressed and held
within 5 seconds of pressing the lock but-
ton.
∙ The brake is pressed.
∙ The doors are not closed and locked.
∙ The liftgate is open.
∙ The Key System Error warning shows in the vehicle information display. ∙ The alarm sounds due to illegal entry into
the vehicle.
∙ Two Remote Engine Starts, or a single Remote Engine Start with an extension,
have already been used.
∙ The vehicle is not in P (Park).
∙ There is a detected registered key already inside of the vehicle.
∙ The Remote Engine Start function has been switched to the OFF position in the
“Comfort & Convenience” options of the
“Settings” menu of the lower touch-
screen display. For additional informa-
tion, refer to the separate INFINITI
InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
The Remote Engine Start may display a
warning or indicator in the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information, refer
to the separate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s
Manual.
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∙ Use only an original equipment type fuel-filler cap as a replacement. It has a
built-in safety valve needed for proper
operation of the fuel system and emission
control system. An incorrect cap can re-
sult in a serious malfunction and possible
injury. It could also cause the
Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) to come
on.
∙ Never pour fuel into the throttle body to attempt to start your vehicle.
∙ Do not fill a portable fuel container in the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity can
cause an explosion of flammable liquid,
vapor or gas in any vehicle or trailer. To
reduce the risk of serious injury or death
when filling portable fuel containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are filling it.
– Use only approved portable fuel con- tainers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
∙ Do not use a fuel containing more than15% ethanol in your vehicle. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Fuel recom-
mendation” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this
manual.
∙ The Loose Fuel Cap warning message will be displayed if the fuel-filler cap is not
properly tightened. It may take a few
driving trips for the message to be dis-
played. Failure to tighten the fuel-filler
cap properly after the Loose Fuel Cap
warning is displayed may cause the Mal-
function Indicator Light (MIL) to
illuminate.
∙ Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap prop- erly may cause the
Malfunction In-
dicator Light (MIL) to illuminate. If
the
light illuminates because the
fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten
or install the cap and continue to drive
the vehicle. The
light should turn
off after a few driving trips. If the
light does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected. It is rec-
ommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service. ∙ For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and controls” section of
this manual.
∙ If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body, flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage.
NOTE:
Changing ignition switch status during the
refueling process may cause a delay in fuel
gauge response.
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MANUAL OPERATION (if so
equipped)
Tilt and telescopic operation
Pull the lock lever1down:
∙ Adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
2to the desired position.
∙ Adjust the steering wheel forward or backward in direction
3to the desired
position.
Push the lock lever
1up firmly to lock the
steering wheel in place.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION (if so
equipped)
Tilt and telescopic operation
To adjust the steering wheel move the switch
1in the following directions:
∙ Adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
2to the desired tilt position. ∙ Adjust the steering wheel forward or
backward in direction
3to the desired
telescopic position.
Entry/Exit function (if so equipped)
The automatic drive positioner system will
make the steering wheel move up automati-
cally when the driver’s door is opened and the
ignition switch is in the LOCK position. This
lets the driver get into and out of the seat
more easily. The steering wheel moves back
into position when the driver’s door is closed
and the ignition switch is pushed.
For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic drive positioner” in this section.
LPD2728LPD2752
STEERING WHEEL
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CARD HOLDER
To use the card holder, slide card into the clip.
Do not view information while operating the
vehicle.
MANUAL ANTI-GLARE
REARVIEW MIRROR (if so
equipped)
Use the night position1to reduce glare
from the headlights of vehicles behind you at
night.
Use the day position
2when driving in day-
light hours.
WARNING
Use the night position only when necessary,
because it reduces rear view clarity.
AUTOMATIC ANTI-GLARE
REARVIEW MIRROR (if so
equipped)
The inside mirror is designed so that it auto-
matically dims during night time conditions
and according to the intensity of the head-
lights of the vehicle following you. The auto-
matic anti-glare feature is activated when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Driver’s and passenger’s side
LPD2340WPD0126LPD0469
MIRRORS
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