2023 INFINITI QX80 ignition

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OPERATIONAL INDICATORS
1. No Key Detected
This warning appears when the Intelligent
Key is left outside the vehicle with the
ignition switch in the ON position. Make
sure the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7) for more
details.
2. Key ID Incorrect
This warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed from the OFF position
and the Intelligent Key is not recognized by
the system. You cannot start the engine with
an unregistered key.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).
3. Key Battery Low
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery
with a new one. (See “Intelligent Key battery
replacement” (P.8-21).)
4. Key System Error: See Owner’s
Manual
This warning appears if there is a malfunc-
tion in the Intelligent Key system. If this
warning appears while the engine isstopped, it may be impossible to start the
engine.
If this warning appears while the engine is
running, you can drive the vehicle. However
in these cases, have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
5. Key Registration Complete
This indicator appears when a new Intelli-
gent Key is registered to the vehicle.
6. Push brake and start switch to
drive
This indicator appears when the shift lever is
in the P (Park) position.
This indicator also appears when the vehicle
has been started using the Remote Engine
Start function (if so equipped).
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with the
brake pedal depressed. You can start the
engine from any position of the ignition
switch.
7. Push Ignition to OFF
After the Shift to Park warning illuminates,
the warning will illuminate if the ignition
switch is placed in the ACC position when
the shift lever moves into the P (Park)
position.To turn off the warning, place the ignition
switch in the ON position and then in the
LOCK position.
8. Shift to Park
This warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed to stop the engine with
the shift lever in any position except the P
(Park) position.
If this warning appears, move the shift lever
to the P (Park) position or push the ignition
switch to the ON position.
An inside warning chime will also sound. (See
“Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).)
9. Engine start operation for Intel-
ligent Key system indicator (if I-Key
battery level is low)
This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power and
when the Intelligent Key system and vehicle
are not communicating normally.
If this indicator appears, touch the ignition
switch with the Intelligent Key while depres-
sing the brake pedal. (See “Intelligent Key
battery discharge” (P.5-14).)
10. Release Parking Brake
This warning appears when the vehicle
speed is above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the

parking brake is applied. Stop the vehicle and
release the parking brake.
11. Low Fuel
This warning appears when the fuel level in
the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches the 0 (Empty) position.
There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in
the tank when the fuel gauge reaches the 0
(Empty) position.
12. Low Washer Fluid
This warning appears when the washer tank
fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as
necessary. (See “Window washer fluid” (P.8-
10).)
13. Loose Fuel Cap
This warning appears when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the
vehicle has been refueled. (See “Fuel-filler
cap” (P.3-26).)
14. Tire Pressure Low Add Air
This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure is detected. The
warning appears each time the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position as long
as the low tire pressure warning lightremains illuminated. If this warning appears,
stop the vehicle and adjust the tire pressure
to the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Information
label. (See “Low tire pressure warning light”
(P.2-16) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)” (P.5-5).)
15. SNOW mode indicator
This indicator appears when SNOW mode is
selected by the SNOW mode switch. (See
“SNOW mode” (P.5-125).)
16. Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) shift
indicator (4WD models)
This indicator shows the Four-Wheel Drive
(4WD) driving mode (AUTO, 4HI or 4LO)
that is selected by the 4WD shift switch.
(See “INFINITI all-mode 4WD
®” (P.5-116).)
17. Door/liftgate open warning
(ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion)
This warning appears if any of the doors
and/or the liftgate are open or not closed
securely. The vehicle icon indicates which
door or the liftgate is open on the display.
18. Power will turn off to save the
battery
This warning appears after a period of time
if the ignition switch is in ACC or ON
position.
19. Power turned off to save the
battery
This warning appears after the ignition
switch is automatically turned OFF to save
the battery.
20. Light reminder warning
This warning appears when the driver side
door is opened with the headlight switch is
left ON and the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF or LOCK position. Place the head-
light switch in the OFF (if so equipped) or
AUTO position. For additional information,
see “Headlight and turn signal switch” (P.2-
44).
21. Vehicle ahead detection indica-
tor
This indicator shows the status of the
following systems, if the vehicle is equipped
with them.
.
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system
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turns off the Rear Door Alert system for
the remainder of a trip and no audible
alert will be provided.
NOTE:
This system is disabled until the driver
enables it using the settings menu. See
“Vehicle settings” (P.2-23).
41. Check Rear Seat for all articles
When the rear door alert system is enabled,
this message appears when the vehicle
comes to a complete stop, the shift lever is
moved from the D (Drive) or R (Reverse)
position to P (Park) position, and the driver
exits the vehicle. This message alerts the
driver, after a period of time, to check for
items in the rear seat after the audible alert
has been provided.
NOTE:
This rear door alert system is disabled until
a driver enables it using the vehicle infor-
mation display.
For more details, see “Rear door alert” (P.2-
59).
42. Rear Seat Belt warning
This rear seat belt warning appears after the
ignition switch is pushed to the ON position.
If any of the rear passenger’s seat belts is not fastened, the seat icon illuminates in red
to show which seat belt is not fastened. The
seat icon illuminates in red until the corre-
sponding rear passenger’s seat belt is fas-
tened. The warning will automatically turn
off after approximately 65 seconds. If so
equipped, the seat icon will turn gray (or
green, depending on the models) if the seat
is occupied and the passenger is buckled. If a
rear passenger seat belt is fastened then
unfastened at a vehicle speed less than
approximately 10 MPH (15 km/h), the seat
icon will illuminate. When the vehicle speed
exceeds approximately 10 MPH (15 km/h),
the seat icon will blink and the chime will
sound. The warning will turn off when a rear
passenger seat belt is fastened or automa-
tically turn off approximately 65 seconds
after the seat belt is unfastened. For
precautions on seat belt usage, see “Seat
belts” (P.1-18).
The display of the rear seat belt warning
varies depending on the number of seats.
43. Take a Break?
This indicator appears when the Driver
Attention Alert (DAA) system detect that
the driver attention is decreasing. (See
“Driver Attention Alert (DAA)” (P.5-112).)
44. Driver Attention Alert (DAA)
malfunction
This warning appears when the Driver
Attention Alert (DAA) system malfunctions.
(See “Driver Attention Alert (DAA)” (P.5-
112).)
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than 1 second.
The display is updated every 30 seconds. At
about the first 1/3 mile (500 m) after a
reset, the display shows “——”.
8. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system (if so equipped)
This mode shows the operating condition for
the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system.
(See “Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)” (P.5-
64).)
NOTE:
If the ICC system is in a standby state, this
screen is automatically displayed.
9. Driving aids (if so equipped)
The driving aids mode shows the operating
condition for the following systems, if the
vehicle is equipped with them.
.Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system
. Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW)
. Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
. Lane Departure Prevention (LDP)
. Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
. Blind Spot Intervention
®(BSI)
. Distance Control Assist (DCA)
For more details, see “Forward Emergency
Braking (FEB) with Pedestrian Detection system” (P.5-95), “Predictive Forward Colli-
sion Warning (PFCW)” (P.5-104), “Lane
Departure Warning (LDW)” (P.5-22), “Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP)” (P.5-27),
“Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” (P.5-34), “Blind
Spot Intervention
®(BSI)” (P.5-42), or “Dis-
tance Control Assist (DCA)” (P.5-85).
10. Tire pressures
The tire pressure mode shows the pressure
of all four tires while the vehicle is driven.
When the “Tire Pressure Low Add Air”
warning appears, the display can be
switched to the tire pressure mode by
pushing the left or right side of the
button.
The tire pressure unit can be changed using
the “TPMS Setting” menu displayed in the
vehicle information display. (See “TPMS
Setting” (P.2-22).)
NOTE:
After the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, it may take a period of time for the
tire pressure to be displayed while the
vehicle is driven. Depending on the radio
wave circumstance, tire pressure may not
correctly be displayed.
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11. Auxiliary gauges
The auxiliary gauges consist of the battery
voltage gauge and the engine oil pressure
gauge.
The engine oil pressure gauge indicates
current engine oil pressure. (See “En-
gine oil pressure gauge” (P.2-9).)
The battery voltage gauge indicates
current battery voltage. (See “Volt-
meter” (P.2-10).)

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VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audio alarm signals if someone opens
the doors, hood, or liftgate when the system
is armed. It is not, however, a motion
detection type system that activates when
a vehicle is moved or when a vibration
occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your Intelligent Key(s) in the
vehicle, and always lock it when unattended.
Be aware of your surroundings, and park in
secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection,
such as component locks, identification
markers, and tracking systems, are available
at auto supply stores and specialty shops.
Your INFINITI retailer may also offer such
equipment. Check with your insurance com-
pany to see if you may be eligible for
discounts for various theft protection fea-
tures.
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How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and liftgate. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with
the Intelligent Key, door handle request
switch, power door lock switch or me-
chanical key. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light
stays on for about 30 seconds. The
vehicle security system is now pre-
armed. After about 30 seconds the
vehicle security system automatically
shifts into the armed phase. The security
light begins to flash once every approxi-
mately 3 seconds. If, during this 30-
second pre-arm time period, the door is
unlocked, or the ignition switch is pushed
to ACC or ON, the system will not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, and liftgate locked
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position. When pushing the ignition switch
to the ACC or ON position, the system will
be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:
. The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
. The alarm automatically turns off after
approximately 50 seconds. However, the
alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tam-
pered with again.

The alarm is activated by:
.Unlocking the door or opening the lift-
gate without using the button on the
Intelligent Key, the door handle request
switch or the mechanical key. (Even if the
door is opened by releasing the door
inside lock knob, the alarm will activate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop when a door is unlocked
by pushing the unlock button on the Intelli-
gent Key, the door handle request switch or
using the mechanical key, or when the
ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or ON
position.
If the system does not operate as described
above, it is recommended you have it
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered Intelligent Key.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device contains licence-exempt trans-
mitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with In-
novation, Science and Economic
Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the follow-
ing two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause interference. (2) This device must
accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
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Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on the
meter panel. It indicates the status of the
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch was
in the ACC, OFF and LOCK position. This
function indicates the security systems
equipped on the vehicle are operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, seek service for the
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System as
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The windshield wiper and washer operates
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Push the lever down to operate the wiper at
the following speed:
AUTO — operates the rain-sensing
auto wiper system. (See “Rain-sensing
auto wiper system” (P.2-41).)
LO — continuous low speed operation
HI — continuous high speed operation
MIST — one sweep operation of the
wiper
WASHER OPERATION
To operate the washer, pull the lever toward
the back of the vehicleuntil the desired
amount of washer fluid is spread on the
windshield. The wiper will automatically
operate several times.
The headlight washer (if so equipped) will
also operate with operation of the wind-
shield washer. (See “Headlight washer” (P.2-
50).)
Wiper drip wipe system:
The wiper will also operate once about 3
seconds after the washer and wiper are
operated. This operation is to wipe washer
fluid that has dripped on the windshield.
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RAIN-SENSING AUTO WIPER
SYSTEM
The rain-sensing auto wiper system can
automatically turn on the wipers and adjust
the wiper speed depending on the rainfall
and the vehicle speed by using the rain
sensor located on the upper part of the
windshield.
To set the rain-sensing auto wiper system,
push the lever down to the AUTO position
. The wiper will sweep once while the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
The rain sensor sensitivity level can be
adjusted by turning the knob toward the
front
(High) or toward the rear(Low).
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.High — High sensitive operation
. Low — Low sensitive operation
To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper system
off, push up the lever to the OFF position, or
pull down the lever to the LO or HI position.
CAUTION
Do not touch the rain sensor and around
it when the wiper switch is in the AUTO
position and the ignition switch is in the
ON position. The wipers may operate
unexpectedly and cause to an injury or
may damage a wiper.
. The rain-sensing auto wipers are in-
tended for use during rain. If the switch
is left in the AUTO position, the wipers
may operate unexpectedly when dirt,
fingerprints, oil film or insects are stuck
on or around the sensor. The wipers may
also operate when exhaust gas or
moisture affect the rain sensor.
. The rain-sensing auto wipers may not
operate if rain does not hit the rain
sensor even if it is raining.
. When the windshield glass is coated
with water repellent, the speed of the
rain-sensing auto wipers may be higher
even though the amount of the rainfall is
small. .
Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing auto
wiper system when you use a car wash.
. When the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the vehicle speed is below
approximately 5 MPH (8 km/h) with
the shift lever in the N (Neutral) posi-
tion, the rain-sensing auto wipers will
not operate.
. Using genuine wiper blades is recom-
mended for proper operation of the
rain-sensing auto wiper system. (See
“Windshield wiper blades” (P.8-15) for
wiper blade replacement.)
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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND
WASHER OPERATION
If the rear window wiper operation is
interrupted by snow etc., the wiper may
stop moving to protect its motor. If this
occurs, turn the wiper switch to OFF and
remove the snow etc. on and around the
wiper arms. After about 1 minute, turn the
switch ON again to operate the wiper.
The rear window wiper and washer operate
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Turn the switch clockwise from the OFF
position to operate the wiper.