2020 INFINITI QX50 clock

NOTE:
If the rear window wiper operation is inter-
rupted by snow, etc., the wiper may stop
moving to protect its motor. If this occurs,
turn the wiper switch to OFF and remove the
snow, etc. on and around the wiper arms.
After about 1 minute, turn the switch on
again to operate the wiper.
The rear window wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF po-
sition to operate the wiper.
1Intermittent — intermittent operation
(not adjustable)
2Low — continuous low speed operation
Push the switch forward
3to operate the
washer. The wiper will also operate several
times.
If the windshield wipers are on and the ve-
hicle is placed in R (Reverse) the rear wiper
will automatically turn on while the vehicle
remains in R (Reverse).
NOTE:
The Reverse Link feature may be disabled. For
additional information, refer to the separate
INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
To defrost the rear window glass, place the
ignition switch in the ON position and push
the rear window defroster switch on. The
rear window defroster indicator light comes
on. Push the switch again to turn the de-
froster off.
The rear window defroster automatically
turns off after approximately 15 minutes.
To defrost the outside mirrors, place the ig-
nition switch in the ON position and push the
outside mirror defroster switch on. The out-
side mirror defroster indicator light comes on.
Push the switch again to turn the defroster
off. To turn on the wiper deicer (if so equipped),
place the ignition switch in the ON position
and push the wiper deicer switch on. The
wiper deicer indicator light comes on. Push
the switch again to turn the deicer off.
CAUTION
When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the rear window defroster.
NOTE:
The top and bottom few rows of wires on the
rear window are not part of the rear window
defroster system. These wires make up the
antenna for the audio system.
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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER, OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFROSTER (if so equipped), AND
WIPER DEICER (if so equipped) SWITCH
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1. Manually remove the protective covers
from the roof rails.2. Using a quarter, rotate the key-slot coun-
terclockwise to remove the plastic cover.3. Use the provided wrench to loosen the
clamp screw.
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10. Ensure the cover is in the final position. 11. Using a quarter, turn the key-slot clock-wise to lock the plastic cover.
NOTE:
After assembling both the front and rear
crossbars, wiggle the crossbars by hand to
check for loose parts. If either crossbar is
loose, remove the crossbars and repeat
steps 1–11 carefully.
CARGO COVER (if so equipped)
WARNING
∙ Do not place objects on the cargo coverwhile the vehicle is parked or in motion,
no matter how small. The object on the
cargo cover could cause an injury in an
accident or sudden stop, and/or the
cargo cover can become damaged.
∙ Do not leave the cargo cover in the ve- hicle with it disengaged from the holder.
∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.
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To remove the fuel-filler cap:1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
Awhile refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
Loose Fuel Cap warning
The Loose Fuel Cap warning will appear in
the vehicle information display when the
fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after
the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a
few driving trips for the message to be dis-
played. To turn off the warning, perform the
following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soon as possible. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Fuel-filler cap” in this sec-
tion.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it a single click is heard. 3. Press the
button on the steering
wheel for about 1 second to turn off the
Loose Fuel Cap warning message in the
vehicle information display.
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Removal of engine protectors
1. Remove clipsAand under-engine pro-
tector.
Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug and oil filter.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil.
3Oil filter
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4Under engine protector
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CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the en-
gine oil is hot.
WARNING
∙ Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin cancer.
∙ Try to avoid direct skin contact with used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thor-
oughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon
as possible.
∙ Keep used engine oil out of reach of children.
4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old gasket material
remaining on the sealing surface of the en-
gine. Failure to do so could lead to an oil
leak and engine damage.
∙ The dipstick must be inserted in place toprevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole
when filling the engine with oil.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten ad-
ditionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque: 11 to 15 ft-lb (14.7 to 20.6 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive
force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 22 to 29 ft-lb (29.4 to 39.2 N·m)
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and in-
stall the oil filler cap securely. For additional information about drain and
refill capacity, refer to “Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the “Tech-
nical and consumer information” section of
this manual. The drain and refill capacity de-
pends on the oil temperature and drain time.
Use these specifications for reference only.
Always use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage
around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. Turn the engine off
and wait more than 15 minutes. Check
the oil level with the dipstick. Add engine
oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Reinstall engine protectors in reverse or-der of removal.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Reset the oil control system. For addi- tional information, refer to “Vehicle in-
formation display” in the “Instruments
and controls” section of this manual.
∙ Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
∙ Check your local regulations.
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