2021 INFINITI QX50 phone

• If the battery is labeled "do not open" it ismaintenance free and battery fluid should
not be checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer or a qualified spe-
cialist workshop to confirm the battery's
performance.
• Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
• Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened.
• If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the negative (-) bat-
tery terminal cable to prevent discharge.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electronic 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.
WARNING
• Do not expose the battery to flames, an
electrical spark or a cigarette. Hydrogen
gas generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Explosive gases can cause blindness
or injury. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics or
painted surfaces. Sulfuric acid can cause
blindness or injury. After touching a bat-
tery or battery cap, do not touch or rub
your eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands.
If the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with water
for at least 15 minutes and seek medical
attention.
• When working on or near a battery, al-
ways wear suitable eye protection and
remove all jewelry.
• Battery posts, terminals and related ac-
cessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.
• Keep battery out of the reach of children.
• Do not tip the battery.
NOTE:
Do not try to open the top of the battery.
This battery is not equipped with removable
vent caps.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or
under severe conditions might present bat-
tery liquid loss. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for a proper battery
diagnosis and service in case of required.
LDI3229
Do-it-yourself8-13

Brakes:Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) P
(Park) position mechanism: On a fairly steep
hill check that the vehicle is held securely with
the shift lever in the P (Park) position without
applying any brakes.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. The vehicle should be se-
curely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake
does not securely hold the vehicle, it is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for
service.
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 electronic
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.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

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owner Genuine INFINITI Service Manuals for this
model year and prior can be purchased. A
Genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the best
source of service and repair information for
your vehicle. This manual is the same one
used by the factory-trained technicians
working at INFINITI retailers. Genuine
INFINITI Owner’s Manuals can also be
purchased.
For USA
For current pricing and availability of Genuine
INFINITI Service Manuals, contact:
www.infiniti-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of Genuine
INFINITI Owner's Manuals, contact:
1-800-247-5321
For Canada
To purchase a copy of a Genuine INFINITI
Service Manual or Owner’s Manual, for this
model year and prior, please contact your
nearest INFINITI retailer. For the phone num-
ber and location of an INFINITI retailer in
your area call the INFINITI Satisfaction Cen-
ter at 1-800-361-4792 and a bilingual
INFINITI representative will assist you.
OWNER'S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATION
Technical and consumer information10-33

11 Index
2
2nd row bench seat adjustment.......1-4
A
Active Engine Brake............5-157Active noise cancellation
Active sound enhancement......5-167Active Ride Control........... .5-158Active Trace Control............5-156Aiming control, headlights.........2-40Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).................... .1-41Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
............... .1-48Air bag warning labels............1-60Air bag warning light.........1-61, 2-12Air bag warning light,
supplemental............ .1-61, 2-12Air cleaner.................. .8-16Air cleaner housing filter..........8-16Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation........4-35Air conditioner specification label. .10-12Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations.......... .10-7Heater and air conditioner
(automatic) (if so equipped).......4-34
Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-35Servicing air conditioner.........4-42Alarm system (See vehicle security
system).................... .2-29Anchor point locations............1-27Antenna................... .4-43Anti-lock brake warning light. . . .2-10, 2-13Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).....5-152Antifreeze..................5-165Armrests.................... .1-5Around View® Monitor...........4-10Autolight switch.............. .2-36Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-64Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-34Automatic brake hold........... .5-25Automatic door locks............ .3-6Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). . .2-16
B
Battery............... .5-165, 8-12Charge warning light...........2-11Battery replacement............ .8-22INFINITI Intelligent Key.........8-22Key fob.................. .8-22Before starting the engine.........5-16Belt (See drive belt).............8-15Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI).......5-54Blind Spot Warning (BSW).........5-45
Booster seats................ .1-38Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . . .5-152Brake fluid................ .8-10Brake light (See stop light)........8-25Brake system...............5-152Brake warning light............2-10Brake wear indicators......2-18, 8-19Self-adjusting brakes...........8-19Brake Assist................ .5-153Brake fluid.................. .8-10Brake system................5-152Brakes.................... .8-19Break-in schedule.............5-144Brightness control
Instrument panel............ .2-41Bulb check/instrument panel........2-10Bulb replacement............. .8-25
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-11Camera Aiding Sonar (parking sensor). .4-23Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants............... .10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-43Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-15Cargo area storage bin...........2-55Cargo cover................. .2-62

MirrorAutomatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-34Outside mirrors.............. .3-34Rearview................. .3-33Vanity mirror................3-33Mirrors.................... .3-33Moonroof................2-66, 7-5Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-28
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). . .10-5Odometer................... .2-5Oil
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
.............. .10-2Changing engine oil.............8-6Changing engine oil filter..........8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-6Engine oil.................. .8-6Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation..............10-6Engine oil viscosity.............10-6Outside mirrors............... .3-34Overhead sunglasses holder.........2-53Overheat
If your vehicle overheats..........6-7Owner's manual order form........10-33Owner's manual/service manual order
information................. .10-33
P
Parking
Parking/parking on hills.........5-148Parking brake..........2-11, 2-13, 2-17Personal lights................ .2-69Power
Power door locks............. .3-5Power outlet............... .2-48Power rear windows...........2-64Power steering system. . . .5-149, 5-150Power windows............. .2-63Rear power windows...........2-64Power outlet................. .2-48Power steering...........5-149, 5-150Precautions
Maintenance precautions.........8-2On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions................. .5-8Precautions on booster
seats.........1-22, 1-29, 1-34, 1-38Precautions on child
restraints.......1-22, 1-29, 1-34, 1-38Precautions on seat belt usage......1-11Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-41Precautions when starting and
driving.................5-4, 5-10Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW)................... .5-133ProPILOT Assist................5-77Push starting.................. .6-7
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio..........4-43Rain sensor.................. .2-33Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test..................... .10-32Rear Automatic Braking (RAB)......5-118Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).......5-67Rear Door Alert................2-23Rear power sunshade............2-65Rear power windows............ .2-64Rear window defroster, outside mirror
defroster, and wiper deicer switch.....2-35Rear window wiper and washer
switches................... .2-34Rearview mirror................3-33RearView Monitor...............4-3Recommended Fluids.............10-2Recorders
Event Data............... .10-32Refrigerant recommendation........10-7Registering a vehicle in another
country................... .10-10Remote Engine Start.........3-18, 5-17Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-31Roadside assistance program.........6-2Roof rack................2-56, 2-57
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock.........3-6
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