• Three beeps will sound and the liftgate willbegin moving within two seconds after the
kick.
CAUTION
Before performing the kicking motion,
steady your stance to prevent any loss of
balance. Also, while making the kicking
motion, take caution around hot exhaust
system parts. Otherwise, there may be
danger of injury.
WARNING
Prevent unintentional liftgate opening/
closing. There may be conditions when
opening/closing the liftgate is not desired.
Keep the Intelligent Key out of range of the
liftgate (80 cm or 31.5 in) when washing or
working around the back of the vehicle.
LPD3149
DO: Quick forward kick and return while the key fob is within range
LPD3148
DO NOT: Swing foot side to side or pause during kick
3-26Pre-driving checks and adjustments
CAUTION
• Interference or malfunction can be
caused by parking in close proximity to
radio or satellite towers.
• Intelligent Key interference could be
caused if you have your key fob stored
next to your cell phone or any RF-
enabled smart card. For additional infor-
mation, see “INFINITI Intelligent Key
System” (P. 3-6).
POWER LIFTGATE MAIN
SWITCH
The power liftgate operation can be turned
ON
OAor OFFOBby the power liftgate main
switch located in the glove box.
When the power liftgate main switch is
pushed to the OFF position, the power op-
eration is not available by the power liftgate
switch or liftgate request switch on the
liftgate.
Power operation is only available when the
power liftgate main switch is in the OFF po-
sition by pressing the liftgate button on the
key fob. Motion-Activated Liftgate (if so equipped)
will not function when the power liftgate
main switch is in the OFF position.
LIFTGATE RELEASE
WARNING
• Always be sure the liftgate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
• Do not drive with the liftgate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. For additional
information, see “Exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)” (P. 5-4).
• To avoid personal injury, do not attempt
to activate the power liftgate if one or
both of the liftgate struts are removed.
CAUTION
• If the power liftgate does not stay open
or if the liftgate unexpectedly closes at
any time while a continuous warning
chime sounds, do not operate the lift-
gate. There may be a pressure loss in one
or both of the liftgate struts. It is recom-
mended that you have the liftgate in-
spected. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-27
•Do not activate the power liftgate if one
or both of the liftgate struts are re-
moved. Damage to the liftgate or power
liftgate mechanisms may occur.
• Keep the power liftgate main switch (if
so equipped) in the OFF position when
washing or working around the back of
the vehicle (with Intelligent Key) to pre-
vent inadvertent opening/closing.
Power liftgate release
If the liftgate cannot be opened with the
instrument panel switch, liftgate opener
switch or key fob due to a discharged battery,
follow these steps:
1. Remove the cover
OAon the inside of the
liftgate.
2. Move the lever
OBas illustrated to open
the liftgate.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible for repair.
LIFTGATE POSITION SETTING
The liftgate can be set to open to a specific
height (garage mode) by performing the fol-
lowing:
1. Open the liftgate using the liftgate opener switch or the Intelligent Key.
2. Pull the liftgate down and move to the desired height position (the liftgate will
have some resistance when being manu-
ally adjusted).
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3-28Pre-driving checks and adjustments
AUTO ACC
With the vehicle in the P (Park) position, the
Intelligent Key with you and the ignition
switch placed from the ON position to the
OFF position, the radio can still be used for a
period of time, or until the driver’s door is
opened.
After a period of time, functions such as ra-
dio, navigation, and Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Phone System may be restarted by pressing
the POWER button/VOLUME control knob
or the key fob unlock button. For additional
information, see the “Monitor, climate, audio,
phone and voice recognition systems”
(P. 4-2).
EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
To shut off the engine in an emergency situ-
ation while driving, perform the following
procedure:
• Rapidly push the ignition switch three con-secutive times in less than 1.5 seconds, or
• Push and hold the ignition switch for more than 2 seconds.
INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY
BATTERY DISCHARGE
If the battery of the Intelligent Key is dis-
charged or environmental conditions inter-
fere with the Intelligent Key operation, start
the engine according to the following proce-
dure:
1. Press the Park button to place the vehicle in the P (Park) position.
2. Firmly apply the foot brake.
3. Touch the ignition switch with the Intelli- gent Key as illustrated. (A chime will
sound.) 4. Push the ignition switch while depressing
the brake pedal within 10 seconds after
the chime sounds. The engine will start.
After step 3 is performed, when the ignition
switch is pushed without depressing the
brake pedal, the ignition switch position will
change to ON.
NOTE:
• When the ignition switch is placed in the ON position or the engine is started by the
above procedure, the Intelligent Key bat-
tery discharge indicator may appear in the
vehicle information display even when the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. This is
not a malfunction. To turn off the Intelli-
gent Key battery discharge indicator,
touch the ignition switch with the Intelli-
gent Key again.
• If the Intelligent Key battery discharge in- dicator appears, replace the battery as
soon as possible. For additional informa-
tion, see “Battery replacement” (P. 8-22).
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11 Index
A
Active Engine Brake............5-145Active noise cancellation
Active sound enhancement......5-155Active Ride Control........... .5-146Active Trace Control............5-144Aiming control, headlights.........2-45Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).................... .1-41Air bag system
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bag system)
............... .1-49Air bag warning labels............1-61Air bag warning light.........1-62, 2-12Air bag warning light,
supplemental............ .1-62, 2-12Air cleaner.................. .8-16Air cleaner housing filter..........8-16Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation........4-34Air conditioner specification label. .10-12Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations............ .10-7Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped)............. .4-33Heater and air conditioner controls. .4-34Servicing air conditioner.........4-41Alarm system (See vehicle security
system).................... .2-33Anchor point locations............1-26
Antenna................... .4-41Anti-lock brake warning light. . . .2-10, 2-13Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).....5-140Antifreeze..................5-153Armrests.................... .1-5Around View® Monitor...........4-11Autolight switch.............. .2-41Automatic
Automatic power window switch. . .2-67Automatic anti-glare inside mirror.....3-34Automatic brake hold........... .5-26Automatic door locks............ .3-6
B
Battery............... .5-153, 8-12Charge warning light...........2-10Battery replacement............ .8-22INFINITI Intelligent Key.........8-22Key fob.................. .8-22Before starting the engine.........5-16Belt (See drive belt).............8-15Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI).......5-53Blind Spot Warning (BSW).........5-45Booster seats................ .1-38Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). . .5-140Brake fluid................ .8-10Brake light (See stop light)........8-25Brake system...............5-139
Brake warning light............2-10Brake wear indicators......2-18, 8-19Self-adjusting brakes...........8-19Brake Assist................ .5-141Brake fluid.................. .8-10Brake system................5-139Brakes.................... .8-19Break-in schedule..............5-131Brightness control
Instrument panel............ .2-46Bulb check/instrument panel........2-10Bulb replacement............. .8-25
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label.......10-11Camera Aiding Sonar (parking sensor). .4-24Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants............... .10-2Car phone or CB radio...........4-42Cargo (See vehicle loading
information)................ .10-15Cargo area storage bin...........2-62Cargo cover................. .2-64Cargo light..................2-70Chassis control...............5-144Check tire pressure.............2-28Child restraint with top tether strap. . . .1-25Child restraints. . . .1-19, 1-20, 1-21, 1-23
Warning signals..............3-16Interior light................. .2-69ISOFIX child restraints............1-23
J
Jump starting............. .6-5, 8-14
K
Key....................... .3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-22Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-14
L
LabelTire and Loading Information label. .10-12LabelsAir conditioner specification label. . .10-12C.M.V.S.S. certification label......10-11Emission control information label. . .10-11Engine serial number.......... .10-11F.M.V.S.S. certification label......10-11Tire and Loading Information label. .10-12Vehicle identification number (VIN). .10-10Vehicle identification number (VIN)
plate................... .10-10Warning labels (for SRS).........1-61Lane Departure Prevention (LDP).....5-39
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)......5-34LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-23LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system.................... .2-45License plate
Installing the license plate........10-13Liftgate.................... .3-22Liftgate release................3-27Light
Air bag warning light........1-62, 2-12Brake light (See stop light)........8-25Bulb check/instrument panel......2-10Bulb replacement............ .8-25Charge warning light...........2-10Exterior and Interior lights........8-25Fog light switch............. .2-47Fog lights................. .8-24Headlight and turn signal switch. . . .2-40Headlights.................8-24Interior light.................2-69Light bulbs.................8-24Low tire pressure warning light.....2-13Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light..................... .2-27Personal lights...............2-70Security indicator light...........2-12Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders.............. .2-9, 2-10Lights..................... .8-24Map lights..................2-70Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-6Door locks................. .3-4
Glove box lock...............2-59Liftgate release...............3-27Power door locks..............3-5Loose fuel cap warning...........2-26Low fuel warning light. . . .2-11, 2-16, 2-27Low tire pressure warning light.......2-13Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light...................... .2-27Luggage (See vehicle loading
information).................10-15Luggage hook.................2-63
M
Maintenance
General maintenance........... .9-2Inside the vehicle.............. .9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance...........1-18Under the hood and vehicle........9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules.........9-7, 9-8Malfunction indicator light..........2-15Map lights.................. .2-70Memory seat..............3-37, 3-39Meters and gauges.............. .2-4Instrument brightness control......2-46Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror. . .3-34Heated mirrors.............. .3-36Outside mirrors...............3-35Vanity mirror............... .3-34
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