2023 INFINITI QX80 check engine

2-54Instruments and controls
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants
cannot monitor elevated seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
body parts that contact the seat. Use of
the seat heater by such people could
result in serious injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
seat heater is operated while the
engine is not running.
. Do not use the seat heater for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a blan-
ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-
wise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the heater. .
Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with
a dry cloth.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-
terials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn
the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
WAC0524X
FRONT
The front seats can be warmed by built-in
heaters. The switches located on the instru-
ment panel can be operated independently
of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the heated seat switch and select
the desired heat range.
.For high heat, push the switch once..For medium heat, push the switchtwice.
.For low heat, push the switch threetimes.
.The indicator lighton the switch will
illuminate depending on the heat level
HEATED SEATS

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WAC0640X
The climate controlled seat cools down the
front seats by blowing cool air from the
surface of the seat. The switches located on
the instrument panel can be operated in-
dependently of each other.
1. Start the engine.
2. Push the climate controlled seat switchto cool the seat. The indicator light
on
the corresponding switch will illuminate
depending on the cool level.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air by pushing the switch again. The climate
controlled seat blower remains on low
speed for approximately 60 seconds
after pushing the switch on. 4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or
cooled, or before you leave the vehicle,
be sure to turn off the climate controlled
seats. To turn off the climate controlled
seats, push the switch until the indicator
light turns off.
To check the air filters for the climate
controlled seat, it is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
climate controlled seats if you or the
occupants cannot monitor seat tem-
peratures or have an inability to feel
pain in those body parts in contact with
the seat. Use of the climate controlled
seats by such people could result in
serious injury.
CAUTION
.The battery could run down if the
climate controlled seat is operated
while the engine is not running.
. Do not use the climate controlled seat
for extended periods or when no one
is using the seat. .
Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates heat, such as a blan-
ket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Other-
wise, the seat may become
overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or heavy
on the seat or pierce it with a pin or
similar object. This may result in
damage to the climate controlled
seat.
. Any liquid spilled on the seat should
be removed immediately with a dry
cloth.
. The climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate climate con-
trolled seat without an air filter. This
may result in damage to the system.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar ma-
terials.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not op-
erate, turn the switch off and have
the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS
(if so equipped)

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Auto reverse function
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which
cannot be detected. Make sure that all
passengers have their hands, etc., inside
the vehicle before closing the window.
If the control unit detects something caught
in the window as it is closing, the window
will be immediately lowered.
The auto reverse function can be activated
when the window is closed by automatic
operation when the ignition switch is in the
ON position or for 45 seconds after the
ignition switch is pushed to the OFF posi-
tion.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the window
occurs.
If the windows do not close auto-
matically
If the power window automatic function
(closing only) does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initialize the power window system.
1. Push the ignition switch to start the
engine.
2. Close the door.
3. After starting the engine, open the window completely by operating the
power window switch.
4. Pull the power window switch and hold it to close the window, and then hold the
switch more than 3 seconds after the
window is closed completely.
5. Release the power window switch. Op- erate the window by the automatic
function to confirm the initialization is
complete.
6. Perform steps 2 through 5 above for other windows.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after performing
the procedure above, have your vehicle
checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
WARNING
. In an accident you could be thrown
from the vehicle through an open
moonroof. Always use seat belts
and child restraints.
. Do not allow anyone to stand up or
extend any portion of their body out
of the moonroof opening while the
vehicle is in motion or while the
moonroof is closing.
CAUTION
.Remove water drops, snow, ice or
sand from the moonroof before
opening.
. Do not place any heavy object on the
moonroof or surrounding area.
MOONROOF

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys ........................................................................\
.............. 3-2Intelligent Key .............................................................. 3-2
Valet hand-off ............................................................. 3-4
Doors ........................................................................\
............ 3-4 Locking with mechanical key ................................... 3-4
Opening and closing windows with the
mechanical key ............................................................. 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ................................. 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ................... 3-5
Automatic door locks ................................................. 3-6
Child safety rear door lock ...................................... 3-6
Intelligent Key system ...................................................... 3-7 Intelligent Key operating range ............................... 3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ............................... 3-9
Intelligent Key operation ......................................... 3-10
Battery saver system ............................................... 3-12
Warning signals ......................................................... 3-12
Troubleshooting guide ............................................. 3-13
Remote keyless entry system ...................................... 3-15 How to use remote keyless entry system .......... 3-16
Remote engine start (if so equipped) ........................ 3-19 Remote engine start operating range ................. 3-19
Remote starting the engine ................................... 3-19
Extending engine run time ..................................... 3-20 Canceling a remote engine start ........................ 3-20
Conditions the remote engine start will
not work ................................................................... 3-20
Hood ........................................................................\
.......... 3-21
Liftgate ........................................................................\
..... 3-22 Operating manual liftgate .................................... 3-22
Operating power liftgate ...................................... 3-22
Auto closure ............................................................ 3-25
Liftgate release lever ............................................. 3-26
Fuel-filler door ................................................................ 3-26
Opening the fuel-filler door ................................. 3-26
Fuel-filler cap ........................................................... 3-26
Tilt/telescopic steering ................................................. 3-29
Electric operation .................................................... 3-29
Sun visors ........................................................................\
. 3-29
Mirrors ........................................................................\
..... 3-30
Inside mirror ............................................................. 3-30
Outside mirrors ........................................................ 3-37
Vanity mirror ............................................................ 3-39
Memory seat ................................................................... 3-39
Entry/exit function ................................................. 3-39
Memory storage ..................................................... 3-40
Setting memory function ...................................... 3-41
System operation .................................................... 3-41

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the ignition
switch to stop the engine The Shift to Park warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously or for a few seconds.
The shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
Shift the shift lever to the P (Park)
position.
When shifting the shift lever to
the P (Park) position. The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously. The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
When closing the door after
getting out of the vehicle The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime sounds
for a few seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
The Rear Door Alert warning message
appears on the display, the horn sounds
three times twice and Check Rear Seat for
all articles warning appears on the display. The rear door alert is activated.
Open a rear door and check the rear seat
for all articles to clear the warning
message.
The Shift to Park warning appears on the
display and the outside chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or
OFF position and the shift lever is not
in the P (Park) position.Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position and push the ignition switch to
the OFF position.
When closing the door with the
inside lock knob turned to
LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds and all the doors unlock.
The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle or cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the request
switch or the LOCK
but-
ton on the Intelligent Key to
lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
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3-14Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the door handle
request switch to lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle or cargo area.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
The door handle request switch is
pushed before the door is closed. Push the door handle request switch
after the door is closed.
When pushing the ignition
switch to start the engine The Key Battery Low indicator appears on
the display.
The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“Battery” (P.8-11).)
The No Key Detected warning appears on
the display and the inside warning chime
sounds for a few seconds. The Intelligent Key is not in the
vehicle.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
When pushing the ignition
switch The Key System Error warning appears on
the display. It warns of a malfunction with the
Intelligent Key system.It is recommended that you contact an
INFINITI retailer.

3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
LOCK button
UNLOCK button
Power liftgate button
PANIC button
Remote engine start button
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
When you lock or unlock the doors or the
liftgate, the hazard indicator will flash and
the horn (or the outside chime) will sound as
a confirmation. For details, see “Setting
hazard indicator and horn mode” (P.3-17).
Locking doors
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)position, push the ignition switch to the
OFF position and make sure you carry
the Intelligent Key with you.*
2. Close all the doors and the liftgate.
3. Push the LOCK
buttonon the
Intelligent Key.
4. All the doors and the liftgate will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
*: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key
while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
Unlocking doors
1. Push the UNLOCKbuttonon the
Intelligent Key once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The driver’s door will unlock.
The puddle light and the passenger cabin
illumination will illuminate and stay on
for a short period of time.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key again within 60 seconds.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once again. All the doors will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically unless
one of the following operations is performed
within 1 minute after pushing the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key while the doors
are locked. If during this 1-minute time
period, the UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key is pushed, all doors will be locked
automatically after another 1 minute.
. Opening any door
. Pushing the ignition switch
NOTE:
The unlocking operation can be changed in
selective unlock in the Vehicle Settings of
the vehicle information display. See “Vehicle
settings” (P.2-23).
Opening windows
To open the windows, push the door UN-
LOCKbutton on the Intelligent Key for
about 3 seconds after the door is unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button.
Window cannot be closed using the Intelli-
gent Key.
The door windows can be opened or closed
by turning the mechanical key in a door lock.
(See “Doors” (P.3-4).)
Opening/closing liftgate
1. Push the power liftgate buttonfor more than 1 second.
2. The liftgate will automatically open.
The hazard indicator flashes 4 times and the
outside chime sounds for approximately 3
seconds.
To close the liftgate, push the power liftgate
button
for more than 1 second.
The liftgate will automatically close.
If the button
is pushed while the
liftgate is being opened or closed, the
liftgate will reverse.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel
threatened, you may activate the alarm to

call attention as follows:
1. Push the PANIC
buttonon the
Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are pushed. (Note: Panic button
or power liftgate button should be
pushed for more than 1 second.)
Remote engine start (if so equipped)
The remote engine startbuttonis on
the Intelligent Key if the vehicle has remote
engine start function. This function allows
the engine to start from outside the vehicle.
See “Remote engine start” (P.3-19).
Setting hazard indicator and horn
mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and
horn mode when you first receive the vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the
LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps
once. When the UNLOCK
button is
pushed, the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can be
switched to the hazard indicator mode. In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator
flashes twice. When the UNLOCK
button is pushed, neither the hazard indica-
tor nor the horn operates.
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