2020 INFINITI QX50 power steering fluid

Master warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the master warning light illuminates if
any of the following (if so equipped) are dis-
played on the vehicle information display:∙ No key warning
∙ I-Key system warning
∙ Low fuel warning
∙ Low washer fluid warning
∙ Parking brake warning
∙ Door/ liftgate open warning
∙ Loose fuel cap warning
∙ Low tire pressure warning
∙ Flat tire warning
∙ Transmission system warning
∙ Headlight warning
∙ Driver Attention Support system warning
∙ Shift position warning
∙ Low battery warning
∙ Shipping mode warning
∙ Low oil pressure warning ∙ All Wheel Drive (AWD) system warning
∙ Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
warning
∙ Handle Release warning
∙ Driving Aids malfunction warning
∙ Chassis Control system warning
For additional information, refer to “Vehicle
information display” in this section.
Power steering warning light
WARNING
∙ If the engine is not running or is turned off while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. Steering will be
harder to operate.
∙ When the power steering warning light illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the
steering. You will still have control of the
vehicle, but the steering will be harder to
operate. Have the power steering system
checked. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service. Models with Direct Adaptive Steering®:
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the power
steering warning light stays on for a few
seconds and turns off. This indicates that
Direct Adaptive Steering is operational. Drive
the vehicle after the power steering warning
light turns off.
If the power steering warning light illumi-
nates while driving, pull off the road to a safe
location and stop the vehicle. If the power
steering warning light turns off, you can drive
again. If the power steering warning light
continues to illuminate, have the Direct
Adaptive Steering checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service. For additional information, refer
to “Power Steering” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
Models with electric power steering:
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the power steering warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the engine, the power
steering warning light turns off. This indicates
the electric power steering is operational.
2-14Instruments and controls

VEHICLE INFORMATION
DISPLAY WARNINGS AND
INDICATORS
1. No Key Detected
2. Key ID Incorrect
3. Key Battery Low
4. Key System Error: See Owner’s Manual
5. Key Registration Complete
6. Push brake and start switch to drive
7. Push Ignition to OFF
8. Shift to Park
9. Engine start operation for Intelligent Keysystem (if I-Key battery level is low)
10. Release Parking Brake
11. Low Fuel
12. Loose Fuel Cap
13. Transmission Shift Position indicator
14. Low Washer Fluid
15. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
16. Steering Assist Not Available: Cannot Detect Lane (if so equipped) 17. AWD Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so
equipped)
18. AWD High Temp. Stop Vehicle (if so equipped)
19. AWD Tire Size Incorrect: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
20. Door/liftgate Open
21. Steering Assist Alert (if so equipped)
22. Steering Assist status (if so equipped)
23. Chassis Control System Error: See Own- er’s Manual
24. Power will turn off to save the battery
25. Reminder: Turn OFF Headlights
26. When parked apply parking brake
27. Vehicle ahead detection indicator
28. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)/Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) indicator (if
so equipped)
29. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) indicator
30. Malfunction
31. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) indica- tors (if so equipped) 32. Stop vehicle and Apply parking brake (if
so equipped)
33. INFINITI Drive Mode Selector indicators
34. Cruise control indicator (if so equipped)
35. AFS System Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so equipped)
36. Flat Tire — Visit dealer
37. Not Available: High Camera Temp (if so equipped)
38. Unavailable: Side Radar Obstruction (if so equipped)
39. Unavailable: Front Radar Blocked (if so equipped)
40. Shipping Mode On Push Storage Fuse
41. CVT (AT) Malfunction Service now
42. Service CVT (AT) Power reduced
43. Headlight System Error: See Owner’s Manual
44. Distance Control Assist (DCA) ON indi- cator (if so equipped)
45. Not Available: Seat Belt Not Fastened (if so equipped)
46. Not Available: Poor Road Conditions (if so equipped)
2-24Instruments and controls

Seat belts:Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to en-
sure they operate smoothly and all latches
lock securely in every position. Check that the
head restraints/headrests move up and
down smoothly and the locks (if so equipped)
hold securely in all latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure 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 (for maintenance free batteries)*:
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed main-
tenance free battery. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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 elec-
tronic 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. Engine drive belt*:
Make sure the drive belt is
not 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 recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. For additional information, refer to
“Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
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 fuel 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, deformation, rot or
loose connections.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

Odometer.....................2-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants...............10-2
Changing engine oil .............8-6
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-6
Checking engine oil level ..........8-6
Engine oil ...................8-6
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..............10-6
Engine oil viscosity ............10-6
Outside mirrors ................3-36
Overhead sunglasses holder .........2-58
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ..........6-7
Owner's manual order form ........10-33
Owner's manual/service manual order
information..................10-33
P
Parking Parking/parking on hills .........5-177
Parkingbrake..............2-11,2-16
Personal lights .................2-75
Power Power door locks ...........3-5,3-6
Power outlet ................2-54
Power rear windows ...........2-70
Power steering system .....5-177, 5-178
Power windows ..............2-68
Rear power windows ...........2-70
Power outlet ..................2-54
Power steering............5- 177, 5-178Precautions
Maintenance precautions .........8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions ..................5-9
Precautions on booster
seats..........1-23,1-29,1-35,1-40
Precautions on child
restraints .......1-23,1-29,1-35,1-40
Precautionsonseatbeltusage .....1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ....................1-43
Precautions when starting and
driving .................5-4,5-11
Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW)....................5-160
ProPILOT Assist ...............5-101
Push starting ...................6-7
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-44
Rainsensor...................2-37
Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test.......................10-31
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) . . .2-15, 5-145
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) .......5-67
Rear power sunshade .............2-71
Rear power windows .............2-70
Rearview mirror ................3-35
RearView Monitor ...............4-3
Rear window defroster, outside mirror
defroster,andwiperdeicerswitch.....2-39
Rear window wiper and washer
switches .....................2-38 Recommended Fluids
.............10-2
Recorders EventData................ 10-32
Refrigerant recommendation ........10-7
Registering a vehicle in another
country .................... 10-10
Remote Engine Start .........3-20, 5-18
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . .10-30
Roadside assistance program .........6-2
Roof rack ................2-62,2-63
S
Safety Child safety

rear door lock .........3-6
Child seat belts . . .1-23, 1-29, 1-35, 1-40
Reporting safety defects (US only) . .10-30
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......1-3
Second row bench seats ..........1-4
Seatback pockets ............... 2-56
Seat belt Childsafety.................1-20
Infantsandsmallchildren ........1-20
Injured Person ...............1-15
Largerchildren...............1-21
Precautionsonseatbeltusage .....1-11
Pregnant women .............1-14
Seat belt extenders ............1-19
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-19
Seat belts ...............1-11,7-7
Three-point type with retractor .....1-15
Seat belt extenders ..............1-19
Seat belt warning light .........1-14,2-15
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