2020 INFINITI QX50 display

tures. During this period, the climate control
display and buttons will be inoperable until
the ignition switch is turned on. In Remote
Engine Start defrosting mode, the rear win-
dow defroster, heated seat (if so equipped)
and heated steering wheel (if so equipped)
may be activated automatically. In Remote
Engine Start cooling mode, the climate con-
trolled seat (if so equipped) may be activated
automatically.
Voice Recognition logic (if so
equipped)
When the climate control system is on, the
fan speed may be automatically lowered so
that commands are more easily recognized.
Fan speed can be adjusted using the
fan
speed decrease and
increase buttons, if
desired.
MANUAL OPERATION
Fan speed control
Press thefan speed increase andfan speed decrease buttons to manually con-
trol the fan speed. Fan speed can also be
controlled by touching the “
”or“”
keys on the lower display.
Press the AUTO button to return to auto-
matic control of the fan speed.
Temperature control
Press thetemperature control
buttons up or down to set the desired tem-
perature.
The temperature can be set within the fol-
lowing range:
∙ For U.S.: 60 to 90ºF (16 to 32ºC)
∙ For Canada: 64 to 90ºF (18 to 32ºC)
Air recirculation
Press theair recirculation button to re-
circulate interior air inside the vehicle.
The
indicator light on the button will
come on.
The air recirculation cannot be activated
when the air conditioner is in the
front
defrosting mode.
When the outside temperature exceeds 70°F
(21°C), the air conditioning system may de-
fault to air recirculation mode automatically
to reduce overall power consumption. To exit
air recirculation mode, deselect the
air
recirculation button (indicator will turn off) to
enter fresh air mode.
Automatic intake air control
In the AUTO mode, the intake air will be
controlled automatically. To manually control the intake air, press the
air recirculation
button. To return to the automatic control
mode, press and hold the
air recircula-
tion button for about 2 seconds. The indica-
tor light will flash twice, and then the intake
air will be controlled automatically.
Air flow control
Press thebutton to manually control
air flow. Pressing the button repeatedly will
cycle through the available modes and dis-
play the corresponding icon on the lower dis-
play. Air flow can also be controlled by touch-
ing the “
” key on the lower display:
— Air flows from center and side
vents.
— Air flows from center and sidevents and feet vents.
— Air flows mainly from feet vents.
— Air flows from defroster and feetvents.
To turn system off
Press the ON-OFF button.
CLIMATE button
Press theCLIMATE button to show the
CLIMATE screen on the lower display.
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CLIMATE SETTING SCREEN
Climate control settings can be changed on
the screen.
Available setting items may vary depending
on models and specifications.
Press the
CLIMATE button on the
lower display menu. The CLIMATE screen
will display on the lower display.
Heating (A/C off)
The air conditioner does not activate in this
mode. When you need to heat only, use this
mode. 1. Press the
CLIMATE button.
2. If the Climate system is off, press the ON-OFF button to turn the system on.
3. If the
A/C indicator is on, touch
the “
A/C” key to turn the A/C off.
4. Press the
temperature con-
trol buttons on the driver’s side to set the
desired temperature. ∙ When in AUTO mode, the temperature of
the passenger compartment will be
maintained automatically. Air flow distri-
bution and fan speed are also controlled
automatically.
∙ Do not set the temperature lower than the outside air temperature or the system
may not work properly.
∙ This procedure is not recommended if windows fog up.
When the outside temperature decreases to
approximately 32°F (0°C), the A/C function
does not activate even if the
A/C indi-
cator light illuminates.
Type A (if so equipped)
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Type B (if so equipped)
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Type C (if so equipped)
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Air conditioning (A/C)
Touch the “A/C” key to turn the A/C
mode on or off. Turn on the A/C mode for
effective cooling and dehumidifying. When
the A/C indicator light is on, the A/C mode is
on.
Sync mode setting
The driver’s, passenger’s and rear (if so
equipped) temperature setpoints can be syn-
chronized using the “
SYNC” key on the
lower display. When the key is touched, tem-
perature settings become synchronized and
the SYNC indicator turns on.
∙ If the driver’s side temperature buttons are pressed, the driver’s side, passenger’s
side, and rear (if so equipped) tempera-
ture settings will update simultaneously.
∙ If the passenger’s side or rear (if so equipped) temperature buttons are
pressed, Sync mode will exit, the indicator
light will go off, and the temperature will
update based on the button pressed.
Driver’s side temperature will remain the
same until manually changed.
Heated seats (if so equipped)
Touch the “Heated seat” key on the
CLIMATE screen on the lower display to turn
the heated seats on or off. When the heated
seats are on, the indicator light is on.
Steering wheel heater (if so
equipped)
Touch the “Steering Heater” key on the
CLIMATE screen on the lower display to turn
the steering wheel heater on or off. When the
steering wheel heater is on, the indicator light
is on.
Automatic Climate Control System
(if so equipped)
The Automatic Climate Control System
keeps the air inside of the vehicle clean, using
the automatic air recirculation control with
the exhaust gas/outside odor detecting sen-
sor with ion control.1“Auto Recirc” key
Touch to turn on the automatic recirculation
mode.
2Plasmacluster® icon
Indicates the Plasmacluster® ion emission
status.
Ion control:
The Automatic Climate Control System unit
generates highly concentrated Plasmaclus-
ter® ions into the air blown from the ventila-
tors to reduce odor absorbed into the interior
trim and to suppress airborne bacteria. The
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high-density Plasmacluster®ions also have a
proven skin moisture preserving effect.
The Plasmacluster® icon on the CLIMATE
screen indicates the status of the Plasma-
cluster® ion emission from the system and
changes with the amount of the air flow.
Automatic air recirculation control with the
exhaust gas/outside odor detection sensor:
The Automatic Climate Control System
comes with an exhaust gas
detection/outside odor sensor. When the au-
tomatic air circulation control is activated, the
sensor detects odors outside the vehicle such
as pulp or chemicals, and exhaust such as
gasoline or diesel. When such odors or gases
are detected the display and the system au-
tomatically change from fresh air mode to the
recirculation mode.
When the automatic air recirculation is on, for
the first 5 minutes, the air recirculation mode
is selected to prevent dust, dirt, and pollen
from entering the vehicle and to clean the air
inside of the vehicle.
After 5 minutes, the sensor detects exhaust
gas and automatically alternates between
the air recirculation mode and the fresh air
mode.The automatic air recirculation mode can be
activated under the following conditions.
∙ The air flow control is not in the front defroster mode (the indicator light on
the
front defroster button is turned
off).
∙ The outside temperature is about 32°F (0°C) or more.
REAR CLIMATE CONTROL (if so
equipped)
1. Rear temperature display
2.
Rear temperature control in-
crease button
3.
Rear temperature control de-
crease button
You can adjust the climate control system for
rear seat passengers using the buttons on the
back of the console.
Press the
to increase the rear tempera-
ture.
Rear temperature switch (if so equipped)
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Press theto decrease the rear tem-
perature.
If front passengers touch the “
SYNC”
key on the CLIMATE screen, the rear tem-
perature settings will synchronize with the
driver’s and passenger’s side settings.
Heater and air conditioner settings can be
changed on the screen.1. Press the
MENU button on the
lower display menu.
2. Using the arrow, tab over to the next screen and touch the “Settings” key.
Touch the arrow again to get to the next
screen and touch “Other”.
3. Touch the “CLIMATE” key.
Available setting items may vary depending
on models and specifications. Available settings
∙ Use A/C While Idle (if so equipped)
Touch to turn on/off the Idling Stop Pri-
ority mode. While this item is turned on
and the engine is on, the Climate Control
will not be affected by the Idling Stop
activation. Otherwise, when the engine
is off by the Idle Stop function, the Cli-
mate Control System will be able to heat
and cool the cabin.
∙ Steering Wheel Heater
Touch to turn the steering wheel heater
on and off.
∙ Auto Steering Wheel Heater
The automatic control mode for the
steering-wheel heating can be turned on
and off. When the item is turned on, the
steering-wheel heating will turn on auto-
matically if the temperature inside the
vehicle compartment is low at the time
when the ignition switch is turned on.
Regardless of the temperature, the
steering-wheel heating will turn off after
30 minutes. If the steering-wheel heater
is turned on or off manually by
touching
on the CLIMATE screen,
the automatic steering-wheel heating
control mode will be canceled and will
return to the manual mode.
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∙ If the surface temperature of thesteering-wheel is above the tempera-
ture within which the system is de-
signed to operate, the system will not
heat the steering-wheel. This is not a
malfunction. The air conditioner system in your INFINITI
vehicle is charged with a refrigerant designed
with the environment in mind.
This refrigerant does not harm the earth’s
ozone layer.
Special charging equipment and lubricant is
required when servicing your INFINITI air
conditioner. Using improper refrigerants or
lubricants will cause severe damage to your
air conditioner system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Air conditioner system re-
frigerant and oil recommendations” in the
“Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for servicing your “environmentally
friendly” air conditioning system.
WARNING
The air conditioner system contains refrig-
erant under high pressure. To avoid per-
sonal injury, any air conditioner service
should be done only by an experienced
technician with proper equipment. There are USB/iPod® charging ports located
in the 1st row on the inside of the console box
and in the 2nd row on the back of the center
console. These ports will charge compatible
devices.
NOTE:
The USB/iPod® charging ports will not op-
erate with the display screen. Only the USB
connection port located beneath the instru-
ment panel will operate USB/iPod® devices.
1st row
LHA4564
SERVICING AIR CONDITIONER USB/iPod® CHARGING PORTS
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Additional information:∙ When replacing a wheel without the TPMS such as the spare tire, the TPMS
does not monitor the tire pressure of the
spare tire.
∙ The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 mph
(25 km/h). Also, this system may not de-
tect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example, a flat tire while driving).
∙ The low tire pressure warning light does not automatically turn off when the tire
pressure is adjusted. After the tire is in-
flated to the recommended pressure, the
vehicle must be driven at speeds above
16 mph (25 km/h) to activate the TPMS
and turn off the low tire pressure warning
light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check
the tire pressure.
∙ The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warn- ing appears in the vehicle information
display when the low tire pressure warn-
ing light is illuminated and low tire pres-
sure is detected. The “Tire Pressure Low -
Add Air” warning turns off when the low
tire pressure warning light turns off. ∙ The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warn-
ing appears each time the ignition switch
is in the ON position as long as the low
tire pressure warning light remains illumi-
nated.
∙ The “Tire Pressure Low — Add Air” warn- ing does not appear if the low tire pres-
sure warning light illuminates to indicate
a TPMS malfunction.
∙ Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the heat caused by the vehicle’s opera-
tion and the outside temperature. Do not
reduce the tire pressure after driving be-
cause the tire pressure rises after driving.
Low outside temperature can lower the
temperature of the air inside the tire
which can cause a lower tire inflation
pressure. This may cause the low tire
pressure warning light to illuminate. If the
warning light illuminates, check the tire
pressure for all four tires.
∙ The Tire and Loading Information label is located in the driver’s door opening.
∙ You can also check the pressure of all tires (except the spare tire) on the vehicle
information display screen. The order of
the tire pressure figures displayed on the
screen corresponds with the actual order
of the tire position. For additional information, refer to “Low tire
pressure warning light” and “Tire Pressure
Low — Add Air” in the “Instruments and con-
trols” section and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)” in the “In case of emergency”
section of this manual.
WARNING
∙ Radio waves could adversely affect elec-
tric medical equipment. Those who use a
pacemaker should contact the electric
medical equipment manufacturer for the
possible influences before use.
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INFINITI is committed to safe driving. How-
ever, you must choose not to drive under the
influence of alcohol. Every year thousands of
people are injured or killed in alcohol-related
accidents. Although the local laws vary on
what is considered to be legally intoxicated,
the fact is that alcohol affects all people dif-
ferently and most people underestimate the
effects of alcohol.
Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!
And that is true for drugs, too (over-the-
counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t
drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is
impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other
physical condition.
DRIVING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Your INFINITI is designed for both normal
and off-road use. However, avoid driving in
deep water or mud as your INFINITI is mainly
designed for leisure use, unlike a conventional
off-road vehicle.
Remember that 2-Wheel Drive (2WD) mod-
els are less capable than All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) models for rough road driving and
extrication when stuck in deep snow or mud,
or the like.Please observe the following precautions:
WARNING
∙ Spinning the front wheels on slippery
surfaces may cause the AWD warning
message to display and the AWD system
to automatically switch from the AWD to
the 2WD mode. This could reduce the
traction. Be especially careful when tow-
ing a trailer (AWD models).
∙ Drive carefully when off the road and avoid dangerous areas. Every person
who drives or rides in this vehicle should
be seated with their seat belt fastened.
This will keep you and your passengers in
position when driving over rough terrain.
∙ Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead drive either straight up or straight down
the slopes. Off-road vehicles can tip over
sideways much more easily than they can
forward or backward.
∙ Many hills are too steep for any vehicle. If you drive up them, you may stall. If you
drive down them, you may not be able to
control your speed. If you drive across
them, you may roll over. ∙ Do not shift gears while driving on down-
hill grades as this could cause loss of con-
trol of the vehicle.
∙ Stay alert when driving to the top of a hill. At the top there could be a drop-off
or other hazard that could cause an
accident.
∙ If your engine stalls or you cannot make it to the top of a steep hill, never attempt to
turn around. Your vehicle could tip or roll
over. Always back straight down in R
(Reverse) gear and apply brakes to con-
trol your speed.
∙ Heavy braking going down a hill could cause your brakes to overheat and fade,
resulting in loss of control and an acci-
dent. Apply brakes lightly and use a low
gear to control your speed.
∙ Unsecured cargo can be thrown around when driving over rough terrain. Prop-
erly secure all cargo so it will not be
thrown forward and cause injury to you
or your passengers.
∙ Secure heavy loads in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. Do not
equip the vehicle with tires larger than
specified in this manual. This could cause
your vehicle to roll over.
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