2020 INFINITI QX50 warning

Switch operation:
The front seats are warmed by built-in heat-
ers. The switches are located on the center
console and can be operated independently
of each other.1. Place the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion.
2. Push the heated seat switch and select the desired heat range.
∙ For high heat, push the switch once.
∙ For medium heat, push the switch twice.
∙ For low heat, push the switch three times.
∙ The indicator light will illuminate when the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, push the heated seat switch again. Make sure that the
indicator light turns off.
The heater is controlled by a control
module, automatically turning the heater
on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long
as the switch is on. When the seat is warmed, or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the
switch off.
Touch screen operation:
∙ Touch the
key on the lower display.
Select an item from High, Mid, Low, or
OFF.
NOTE:
For additional information, refer to “Heater
and air conditioner (automatic)” in the
“Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition” section of this manual.
WARNING
When this switch is activated the following
systems (if so equipped) are turned off and
will not work.
∙ Distance Control Assist (DCA)
∙ Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI)
∙ Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
The dynamic driver assistance switch is used
to turn on and off the following systems (Dis-
tance Control Assist (DCA) , Blind Spot Inter-
vention® (BSI), and Lane Departure Preven-
tion (LDP)) that are activated (if so equipped)
using the settings menu in the lower display.
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DYNAMIC DRIVER ASSISTANCE
SWITCH (for vehicles without
ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped)
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When the dynamic driver assistance switch is
turned off, the indicator on the switch is off.
The indicator will also be off if the system is
deactivated using the settings menu.
The DCA system brakes and moves the ac-
celerator pedal upward according to the dis-
tance from and the relative speed of the ve-
hicle ahead to help assist the driver in
maintaining a following distance. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Distance Control
Assist (DCA)” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
The BSI system helps alert the driver of other
vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing
lanes, and helps assist the driver to return the
vehicles to the center of the traveling lane.
For additional information, refer to “Blind
Spot Intervention® (BSI)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
The LDP system warns the driver with a
warning indicator in the vehicle information
display and a steering wheel vibration, and
helps assist the driver to return the vehicle to
the center of the traveling lane by applying
the brakes to the left or right wheels individu-
ally (for a short period of time). For additional
information, refer to “Lane Departure Pre-
vention (LDP)” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manualThe Steering Assist switch is used to turn on
and off the Steering Assist system that is
activated using the settings menu of the ve-
hicle information display.
The Steering Assist system controls the
steering system to help keep your vehicle
near the center of the lane when driving. For
additional information, refer to “ProPILOT
Assist” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
WARNING
∙ The front sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper
driving.
∙ The rear sonar system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe
to do so before backing up. Always back
up slowly.
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STEERING ASSIST SWITCH (for
vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so
equipped) FRONT AND REAR SONAR SYSTEM
SWITCH (if so equipped)
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The front sonar system:∙ is active when the ignition switch is in the ON position and the shift lever is in a
forward gear position.
∙ a beeping tone is emitted when the sen- sors detect obstacles within 3 ft (1.0 m)
of the front bumper.
The rear sonar system: ∙ is active when the ignition is in the ON position and the shift lever is in R (Re-
verse).
∙ a beeping tone is emitted when the sen- sors detect obstacles within 4.9 ft (1.5 m)
of the rear bumper.
The front and rear sonar system may be en-
abled by pushing the front and rear sonar
switch. Push the switch again to disable the
system.
The system will automatically reset the next
time the ignition switch is turned on.
For additional information, refer to “Front
and rear sonar system” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
WARNING
∙ Failure to properly adjust the brightness and position of the displayed image may
interfere with the drivers ability to see
through the windshield which could
cause an accident leading to severe injury
or death.
∙ Do not use the head up display for ex- tended periods of time as that can cause
you to not see other vehicles, pedestrians
or objects, which could cause an accident
leading to severe injury or death. The Head Up Display (HUD) can display one
or more of the following features (if so
equipped):
1Vehicle speed display
2Driving Aids
3Navigation/Warning
4Traffic Sign Recognition
NOTE: ∙ Do not place any type of liquid on or near
the projector. Doing so may cause mal-
function of the equipment.
∙ Do not touch any internal parts of the
projector. Doing so may cause malfunc-
tion of the equipment.
∙ To prevent scratches to the projector
glass, do not place any sharp objects on
or near the projector opening.
∙ Do not place any objects on the instru-
ment panel which may obstruct the dis-
play of the HUD.
∙ When wearing polarized sunglasses it
may be difficult to recognize the display.
∙ Depending on weather conditions (rain,
snow, sun light, temperature), it may be
difficult to recognize the display.
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HEAD UP DISPLAY (HUD) (if so
equipped)
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HOW TO USE THE HUD
To turn the HUD system on, push the HUD
switch. To turn the HUD off, push the switch
again.
If the HUD system is turned off, it will remain
off even if the vehicle is restarted.
The following settings can be changed in the
lower display:∙ Brightness and position of the display
∙ Tilting of the display ∙ Turning the display contents on or off.
The following items (if so equipped) may
be turned on or off:
– Driving Aids
– Navigation
– Traffic Sign Recognition
NOTE:
Emergency information may display even if
the HUD system is turned off.
DRIVER ASSISTANCE/
NAVIGATION LINKING
The HUD will display driver assistance and
navigation information
3.
The driver assistance display will display
warning situations for the following systems: ∙ FEB with Pedestrian Detection
∙LDW
∙ PFCW
∙ Hands-free warning (for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) The Navigation System linking display will
display the following items:
∙ Intersection names
∙ Arrows indicating turning direction
∙ Distance to the next intersection
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WARNING
To ensure proper operation of the front
passenger’s INFINITI Advanced Air Bag
System (if so equipped), please observe the
following items:
∙ Do not allow a passenger in the rear seatto push or pull on the seatback pocket or
head restraint/head rest.
∙ Do not place heavy loads heavier than 9.1 lbs. (4 kg) on the seatback, head
restraint/head rest or in the seatback
pocket.
STORAGE TRAYS
WARNING
Do not place sharp objects in the trays to
help prevent injury in an accident or sudden
stop.
The front console storage tray is equipped
with a rubber mat, which may be removed.
Front console
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Rear armrest
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GLOVE BOX
Open the glove box by pulling the handle. Use
the master key when locking
1or unlocking
2the glove box.
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a sud-
den stop.
CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box, press down on the
latch. The latch will release.
To close, push the lid down until the lock
latches.
OVERHEAD SUNGLASSES
STORAGE
To open the sunglasses holder, push1and
release.
Only store one pair of sunglasses in the
holder.
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while
driving to avoid obstructing the driver’s
view and to help prevent an accident.
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CAUTION
∙ Do not use for anything other thansunglasses.
∙ Do not leave sunglasses in the sunglasses holder while parking in direct sunlight.
The heat may damage the sunglasses.
CUP HOLDERS
The front console cup holders are equipped
with a rubber mat, which may be removed.
WARNING
∙ Do not recline the 2nd row seatbackwhen you use the cup holders on the rear
armrest. Doing so may cause the bever-
ages to spill over, and if they are hot, they
may scald the passengers.
∙ Avoid abrupt starting and braking when the cup holder is being used to prevent
spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can
scald you or your passenger.
Front console
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2nd row
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CARGO AREA STORAGE BIN
To access the floor storage area, pull up on
the handle
1to lift the luggage board.
LUGGAGE HOOKS
When securing items using luggage hooks
located on the side finisher do not apply a
load over more than 6.5 lbs. (29 N) to a single
hook.
The luggage hooks that are located on the
floor should have loads less than 110 lbs.
(490 N) to a single hook.
The luggage hooks can be used to secure
cargo with ropes or other types of straps.
WARNING
∙ Properly secure all cargo with ropes orstraps 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.
∙ Use suitable ropes and hooks to secure cargo.
∙ Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage area. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area inside of a vehicle. In a colli-
sion, people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or killed.
∙ Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with
seats and seat belts.
∙ The child restraint top tether strap may be damaged by contact with items in the
cargo area. Secure any items in the cargo
area. Your child could be seriously injured
or killed in a collision if the top tether
strap is damaged.
∙ Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.
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