•When the rear window defroster switch is
on.
• When the temperature inside the vehicle is
lower than approximately 20°C (68°F),
unless the Air Conditioning ECO custom-
ize option is selected, and the ECO driving
mode is on.
• When the temperature inside the vehicle is
higher than approximately 30°C (86°F),
unless the Air Conditioning ECO custom-
ize option is selected, and the ECO driving
mode is on. (When the air conditioner is
off, the Idling Stop System will operate.)
• When the fan speed of the air conditioner
is set to the maximum speed, unless the Air
Conditioning ECO customize option is se-
lected, and the ECO driving mode is on.
• When the Idling Stop OFF switch is turned
on.
• When the power consumption is large.
• When the altitude is high.
• When the accelerator pedal is depressed.
• When the shift lever is any range other
than D (Drive).
• When the brake pedal is not firmly
depressed.
• When stopping the vehicle on steep slop-
ing roads.NOTE:
The Idling Stop System may not activate
when the Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle
and you open/close any door.
NOTE:
The engine will not restart even if the brake
pedal is released while the Idling Stop Sys-
tem is activated under the following condi-
tions: (The engine may restart under other
conditions.)
• When the automatic brake hold system is
activated.
• When the engine hood is opened.
NOTE:
It may take some time until the Idling Stop
System activates under the following
conditions:
•When the battery is discharged.
• When the outside temperature is low or
high.
• When the battery is replaced or the bat-
tery terminal is disconnected for extended
periods and then reconnected.
NOTE:
When the Idling Stop System indicator light
illuminates, the engine starts running auto-
matically under at least one of the following
conditions:
• The vacuum pressure for brake system is
not enough as the brake pedal is repeat-
edly depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened, or the
driver’s door is open.
• The battery voltage becomes low (due to
electrical load from other vehicle systems
like headlights, heaters, etc., or auxiliary
devices connected to the 12 volt socket
inside the vehicle).
• The vehicle speed is above about 1 mph
(2 km/h).
• When the rear window defroster is
operated.
• When the temperature inside the vehicle is
lower than approximately 68°F (20°C),
unless the Air Conditioning ECO custom-
ize option is selected, and the ECO driving
mode is on.
Starting and driving5-179
7. Finally, lift the windshield wiper andwasher lever to the mist position
ODonce
and release. This action will cause the
wipers to resume the set position.
CAUTION
• After wiper blade replacement, return
the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.
• Make sure the wiper blades contact the
glass; otherwise the arms may be dam-
aged from wind pressure. If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful
not to let wax get into the washer nozzle
OF.
This may cause clogging or improper
windshield-washer operation. If wax gets
into the nozzle, remove it with a needle or
small pin
OE.
Rear window wiper blade
If checking or replacement is required, it is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
LDI3600
LDI3189
Do-it-yourself8-19
Doors and engine hood:Check that the doors
and engine hood operate properly. Also en-
sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hinges, latches, latch pins, rollers and links if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary
latch keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication
frequently.
Check that the gas stays or struts properly
and securely hold the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch fully open. If the hood, trunk, or rear
hatch is not held open, have the gas stays or
struts replaced.
Lights*: Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and installed
securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking
the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are miss-
ing, and check for any loose wheel nuts.
Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Rotate tires at the specified
interval shown in the maintenance schedule.
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
often and always prior to long distance trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in all tires,
including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive
wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
tire pressure sensor:
It is recommended that
you replace the TPMS tire pressure sensor
assembly when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect un-
even or abnormal tire wear, there may be a
need for wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at nor-
mal highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, re-
fer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a regu-
lar basis. Check the windshield at least
every six months for cracks or other damage.
Have a damaged windshield repaired by a
qualified repair facility. It is recommended
that you have a damaged windshield re-
paired by an INFINITI retailer, or an INFINITI Certified Collision Center. To locate a colli-
sion center in your area, refer to
http://collision.infinitiusa.com.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing scheduled maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Automatic transmission P (Park) position
mechanism: On a fairly steep hill check that
the vehicle is held securely with the shift po-
sition in the P (Park) position without apply-
ing any brakes.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth op-
eration. If the brake pedal suddenly goes
down further than normal, the pedal feels
spongy or the vehicle seems to take longer to
stop, have your vehicle checked immediately.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service. Keep the floor mat
away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Maintenance and schedules9-3
K
Key........................3-2Key fob battery replacement........8-24Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system)
.......3-14
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LabelTire and Loading Information label. .10-12LabelsAir conditioner specification label. . .10-12C.M.V.S.S. certification label......10-11Emission control information label. .10-12Engine 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).........1-74Lane Departure Prevention (LDP).....5-43Lane Departure Warning (LDW)......5-36LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System...............1-30LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
system.................... .2-82License plate
Installing the license plate........10-13Liftgate.................... .3-21Liftgate release................3-25
Light
Air bag warning light........1-75, 2-16Brake light (See stop light)........8-26Bulb check/instrument panel.......2-14Bulb replacement............ .8-26Charge warning light...........2-15Console light.............. .2-114Exterior and Interior lights........8-26Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-77Headlight control switch.........2-77Headlights................ .8-26Interior light................2-114Light bulbs................ .8-26Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light.................2-39, 2-62Personal lights..............2-115Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders................. .2-12Lights..................... .8-26Map lights.................2-115Lock
Child safety rear door lock.........3-6Door locks................. .3-4Glove box lock..............2-101Liftgate release..............3-25Power door locks..............3-5Low fuel warning light........2-38, 2-62Low tire pressure warning light.......2-18Low windshield-washer fluid warning
light.................. .2-39, 2-62Luggage (See vehicle loading
information).................10-15Luggage hook................2-106
Luggage rack (see roof rack).......2-107
M
Maintenance
General maintenance........... .9-2Inside the vehicle.............. .9-3Maintenance precautions.........8-2Outside the vehicle.............9-2Seat belt maintenance...........1-25Under the hood and vehicle........9-4Maintenance requirements..........9-2Maintenance schedules........... .9-7Malfunction indicator light..........2-19Map lights.................. .2-115Memory seat.............3-43, 3-44Meters and gauges.............. .2-6Instrument brightness control......2-83Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside
mirror
............... .3-33, 3-34Heated mirrors...............3-42Outside mirrors...............3-41Vanity mirror............... .3-33Mirror defroster................2-77Mirrors.................... .3-33Moonroof................2-112, 7-5Moving Object Detection (MOD)......4-23
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating). . .10-6Odometer................... .2-8
11-4