2023 INFINITI QX60 ECO mode

Manual shift mode
When the shift lever is shifted to the D (Drive)
position again with the vehicle in the D (Drive)
position while driving, the transmission en-
ters the manual shift mode. Shift ranges can
be selected manually by pulling the paddle
shifters on the steering wheel.
When shifting up, pull the right-side paddle
shifter (+)
OA. The transmission shifts to the
higher range.
When shifting down, pull the left-side paddle
shifter (−)
OB. The transmission shifts to the
lower range. When canceling the manual shift mode, move
the shift lever to the D (Drive) position again.
The transmission returns to the normal driv-
ing mode.
When you pull the paddle shifter while in the
D (Drive) position, the transmission will shift
to the upper or lower range temporarily. The
transmission will automatically return to the
D (Drive) position after a short period of time.
If you want to return to the D (Drive) position
manually, pull and hold the paddle shifter for
about 1.5 seconds.
In the manual shift mode, the shift range is
displayed in the vehicle information display.
Shift ranges up or down one by one as
follows:
1M⇔
2M⇔3M ⇔4M ⇔5M ⇔6M ⇔7M ⇔
8M ⇔9M
9M (9th) and 8M (8th)
Use this position for all normal forward driv-
ing at highway speeds.
7M (7th), 6M (6th) and 5M (5th)
Use these positions when driving up long
slopes, or for engine braking when driving
down long slopes.
4M (4th), 3M (3rd) and 2M (2nd)
Use these positions for hill climbing or engine
braking on downhill grades.
1M (1st)
Use this position when climbing steep hills
slowly or driving slowly through deep snow,
or for maximum engine braking on steep
downhill grades.
• Remember not to drive at high speeds for
extended periods of time in lower than the
8th range. This reduces fuel economy.
• Pulling the same paddle shifter twice will shift the ranges in succession. However, if
this motion is rapidly done, the second
shifting may not be completed properly.
• In the manual shift mode, the transmission
may not shift to the selected gear. This
helps maintain driving performance and
reduces the chance of vehicle damage or
loss of control.
• In the manual shift mode, the transmission
may shift up automatically to a higher
range than selected if the engine speed is
too high. When the vehicle speed de-
creases, the transmission automatically
shifts down and shifts to 1st gear before
the vehicle comes to a stop.
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Accelerator downshift
— in D (Drive) position —
For passing or hill climbing, depress the ac-
celerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the
transmission down into a lower gear, de-
pending on the vehicle speed.
High fluid temperature protection
mode
This transmission has a high fluid tempera-
ture protection mode. If the fluid temperature
becomes too high (for example, when climb-
ing steep grades in high temperatures with
heavy loads, such as when towing a trailer),
engine power and, under some conditions,
vehicle speed will be decreased automatically
to reduce the chance of transmission dam-
age. Vehicle speed can be controlled with the
accelerator pedal, but the engine and vehicle
speed may be limited.
Fail-safe
When the fail-safe operation occurs, please
note that the transmission will be locked in
any of the forward gears according to the
condition.If the vehicle is driven under extreme condi-
tions, such as excessive wheel spinning and
subsequent hard braking, the fail-safe sys-
tem may be activated. The Malfunction Indi-
cator Light (MIL) may come on to indicate
the fail-safe mode is activated. For addi-
tional information, see “Malfunction Indica-
tor Light (MIL)” (P. 2-19). This will occur
even if all electrical circuits are functioning
properly. In this case, place the ignition
switch in the OFF position and wait for 10
seconds. Then push the switch back to the
ON position. The vehicle should return to its
normal operating condition. If it does not re-
turn to its normal operating condition, have
the transmission checked and repaired, if
necessary. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
WARNING
When the high fluid temperature protec-
tion mode or fail-safe operation occurs, ve-
hicle speed may be gradually reduced. The
reduced speed may be lower than other
traffic, which could increase the chance of
a collision. Be especially careful when driv-
ing. If necessary, pull to the side of the road
at a safe place and allow the transmission
to return to normal operation, or have it
repaired if necessary.
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The automatic brake hold indicator light
(green) will not illuminate if the brake pedal is
not pressed with sufficient force to hold the
vehicle or is released too quickly when the
vehicle is stopped.
Confirm automatic brake hold indicator light
(green) is illuminated before removing your
foot from the brake pedal.
To start the vehicle from a standstill
With the vehicle not in the P (Park) position or
in the N (Neutral) position, depress the accel-
erator pedal while the brake force is main-
tained. The brake force will automatically be
released to restart the vehicle.
The automatic brake hold indicator light
(white) illuminates and the automatic brake
hold returns to standby.
Parking
When the vehicle is in the P (Park) position
with the brake force maintained by the auto-
matic brake hold function, the parking brake
will automatically be applied and the brake
force of the automatic brake hold will be
released. The automatic brake hold indicator
light turns off. When the parking brake is
applied with the brake force maintained by
the automatic brake hold function, the brakeforce of the automatic brake hold will be
released. The automatic brake hold indicator
light turns off.
NOTE:
• Under the following conditions, the elec-
tronic parking brake will automatically be
applied and the braking force of the auto-
matic brake hold will be released. The au-
tomatic brake hold indicator light turns
off.
– The braking force is applied by the auto- matic brake hold function for 3 minutes
or longer.
– The vehicle is in the P (Park) position.
– The electronic parking brake is applied manually.
– The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
– The driver’s door is opened.
– The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
– A malfunction occurs in automatic brake hold function.
• When the vehicle stops, but the brake force is not automatically applied, depress
the brake pedal firmly until the automatic
brake hold indicator light (green)
illuminates. Multiple driving modes can be selected by
using the INFINITI Drive Mode Selector.
PERSONAL, SPORT, STANDARD (2WD
model)/AUTO (AWD models), ECO and
SNOW.
To change the mode push the INFINITI Drive
Mode Selector up or down.
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NOTE:
• When the INFINITI Drive Mode Selectorselects a mode, the mode may not switch
immediately. This is not a malfunction.
• The current mode is displayed in the ve- hicle information display. The mode list
will appear in the vehicle information dis-
play and you can select the mode.
• The mode list will be turned off in approxi- mately 5 seconds after the mode is se-
lected. You can also clear the message by
pressing the OK button on the steering
wheel switch.
• If the driving mode cannot be switched us- ing the INFINITI Drive Mode Selector
when the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
• The STANDARD (2WD models)/AUTO (4WD models) mode will be selected first
each time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position.
WARNING
Do not stare at the Drive Mode Selector or
the display while driving so that full atten-
tion may be given to vehicle operation.
STANDARD (2WD models)/AUTO
(AWD models)
This is the standard mode that is most suit-
able for normal driving.
SPORT MODE
Adjusts the engine points for a higher
response.
The setting of the steering system is adjusted
to moderately increase steering wheel effort
for a sporty feel.
NOTE:
In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be
reduced.
SNOW MODE
This mode makes it easier to start and drive
on snowy roads and frozen roads.
CAUTION
Never drive on dry, hard surface roads in
the SNOW mode, as this will overload
the powertrain and may cause a serious
malfunction. Additionally, this will cause
premature tire wear and reduced fuel
economy. When the SNOW mode is se-
lected, small vibration in cornering may oc-
cur. This is not a malfunction.
PERSONAL MODE
This mode is used for adjusting the steering
mode and drive modes. Turn the PERSONAL
mode off for normal driving.
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How to set the PERSONAL mode
Perform the following steps to set the PER-
SONAL mode:
1. Press the
button until “Settings” dis-
plays in the vehicle information display.
Use the scroll dial to select “Vehicle Set-
ting”. Then press the OK button.
2. Use the scroll dial to select “Personal Drive Mode”. Then press the OK button.
3. Select “Acceleration”, “Steering” or “Trace Control” and select each item. (See “Accel-
eration”, “Steering” or “Trace Control”
about the feature of each item.)
4. Press
to finish the PERSONAL
mode setting.
Acceleration:
“Acceleration” can be set to “SPORT”,
“STANDARD” or “ECO”.
Steering:
“Steering” can be set to “SPORT” or
“STANDARD”.
Trace Control:
“Trace Control” can be set to ON (enabled) or
OFF (disabled). For additional information,
see “Active Trace Control” (P. 5-170).
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Reset:
Select “Reset” and select “Yes” to restore all
the PERSONAL mode settings to default.
NOTE:
The PERSONAL mode setting can be saved
for each user on the center display screen.
ECO MODE
Assists the driver’s ECO-driving. The engine
points are adjusted for improved fuel
economy, providing such driving features as
smooth starting or constant cruising.
NOTE:
• Selecting the ECO mode will not necessar-ily improve fuel economy as many driving
factors influence its effectiveness.
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For vehicles with the 12.3 inch (31.2 cm) display
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Operation
Toggle the Drive Mode Selector switch to the
ECO position. “ECO” appears in the vehicle
information display for 2 seconds and the
ECO drive indicator illuminates on the instru-
ment panel.
When the accelerator pedal is depressed
within the range of economy drive, the ECO
drive indicator illuminates in green. When the
accelerator pedal is depressed above the
range of economy drive, the color of the ECO
drive indicator changes to orange.
The ECO drive indicator will not illuminate in
the following cases:
• When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)position.
• When the vehicle speed is below 3 mph (4.8 km/h) or over 90 mph (144 km/h).
• When the Intelligent Cruise Control system (if so equipped) is operated.
Eco Drive Report (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion, the ECO management display appears.
1Previous 5 times (History)
2Current fuel economy
3Best fuel economy
The result of ECO evaluation is displayed 30
seconds after the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position and the vehicle is driven at
least 1/3 miles (500 meters).
1The average fuel economy for the previ-
ous 5 times will be displayed.
2The average fuel economy since the last
reset will be displayed.
3The best fuel economy of the past history
will be displayed.
The ECO Drive Report can be set to be ON or
OFF.
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–When the headlights are not bright
due to dirt on the lens or if the aiming
is not adjusted properly.
– When strong light enters the lane
camera unit. (For example, the light
directly shines on the front of the ve-
hicle at sunrise or sunset.)
– When a sudden change in brightness
occurs. (For example, when the ve-
hicle enters or exits a tunnel or under
a bridge.)
While the LDP system is operating, you may
hear a sound of brake operation. This is nor-
mal and indicates that the LDP system is
operating properly.
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE
Condition A:
The warning and assist functions of the LDP
system are not designed to work under the
following conditions:
• When you operate the lane change signal and change the traveling lanes in the direc-
tion of the signal. (The LDP system will be
deactivated for approximately 2 seconds
after the lane change signal is turned off.)
• When the vehicle speed lowers to less than approximately 37 mph (60 km/h). After the above conditions have finished and
the necessary operating conditions are satis-
fied, the warning and assist functions will
resume.
Condition B:
The assist function of the LDP system is not
designed to work under the following condi-
tions (warning is still functional):
• When the brake pedal is depressed.
• When the steering wheel is turned as far as
necessary for the vehicle to change lanes.
• When the vehicle is accelerated during LDP system operation.
• When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) approach warning occurs.
• When the hazard warning flashers are operated.
• When driving on a curve at high speed.
After the above conditions have finished and
the necessary operating conditions are satis-
fied, the LDP system application of the
brakes will resume.
Condition C:
If the following messages appear in the ve-
hicle information display, the LDP system will
be turned off automatically. • “Not Available Poor Road Conditions”
When the VDC system (except Traction
Control System [TCS] function) or ABS
operates.
• “Currently not available”: – When the VDC system is turned off.
– When the SNOW mode is selected.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer exist,
turn off the LDP system. Push the ProPILOT
Assist switch (for vehicles with ProPILOT
Assist) on the steering wheel again to turn the
LDP system back on.
Temporary disabled status at high
temperature:
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
high temperature conditions (over approxi-
mately 104°F [40°C]) and then the LDP
system is turned on, the LDP system may
be deactivated automatically and the fol-
lowing message will appear on the vehicle
information display: “Unavailable: High Cabin
Temperature.”
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