Infiniti FX45 (2006), FX35 (2006) User Manual [ru]

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Foreword

Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about vehicle design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior craftsmanship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Japanese culture.

The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the sense of harmony that thevehicle evokes in its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI — from the way itlooks anddrives to thehigh level of dealer service.

To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner’s Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, controls and performance characteristics of your INFINITI; it also provides important instructions and safety information.

A separate Warranty Information Booklet can be found in your Owner’s literature portfolio. The INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicingyour vehicle.Always carry it with you when you take your INFINITI to an authorized dealer. The portfolio contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the periodic maintenance required to keep the warranties in effect as

well as the INFINITI Roadside Assistance program.

Additionally, a separate Customer Care and Lemon Law Information Booklet will explain how to resolve any concerns you may have with your vehicle, as well as clarify your rights under your state’s lemon law.

INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying ownership experience for as long as you own your car. Should you have any questions regarding your INFINITI or an INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at: In U.S. 1-800-662-6200 In Canada 1-800-361-4792

READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY

Before driving your vehicle please read your Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle.

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY!

Follow these important driving rules to help ensure a safe andcomfortable trip foryou and your passengers!

O NEVER drive under the influence of al-

cohol or drugs.

O ALWAYS observe posted speed limits and

never drive too fast for conditions.

ALWAYS use your seat beltsand appropriate child restraint systems. Preteen children should be seated in the rear seat.

O ALWAYS provide information about the

proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle.

O ALWAYS review this Owner’s Manual for im-

portant safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehicle should notbe modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modifications may not be covered under INFINITI warranties.

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WHEN READING THE MANUAL

This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle.

All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. INFINITI reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL

You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways:

WARNING

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely.

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If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen.

If you see a symbol similar to these in an illustration, it means the arrow points to the front of the vehicle.

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WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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CAUTION

This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these indicate movement or action.

Arrows in an illustration that are similar to these call attention to an item in the illustration.

All rights reserved. No part ofthis Owner’s Manual maybe reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, orby anymeans, electronic,mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

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Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system

Instruments and controls

Pre-driving checks and adjustments

Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems

Starting and driving

In case of emergency

Appearance and care

Maintenance and do-it-yourself

Technical and consumer information

Index

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0 Illustrated table of contents

Exterior ............................................................ 0-2

Instrument panel.............................................. 0-3

Meters and gauges ........................................... 0-4

Engine compartment......................................... 0-5

VQ35DE engine ........................................... 0-5

VK45DE engine ........................................... 0-6

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EXTERIOR

1. Hood (Page 3-24)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-21)

3. Wiper and washer switch (P.2-21)

4. Windshield (P.8-21)

5. Sunroof (if so equipped) (P.2-43)

6. Power windows (P.2-41)

7. Recovery hook (P.6-16)

8. Fog light and switch (P.2-28)

9. Tires — Wheel and tires (P.8-35, 9-10) — Flat tire (P.6-2)

10. Mirrors (P.3-30)

11. Doors (P.3-3)

— Keys — Door locks — Remote keyless entry system — Intelligent Key (if so equipped)

12. Lift gate (P.3-24)

13. Rear window wiper (P.8-23)

14. Rear combination light (P.8-33)

15. Fuel-filler door (P.3-26)

16. Child safety locks (P.3-5)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-31)

2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-23)

3. Trip odometer reset knob (P.2-4)

4. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-25)

5. Headlight aiming control switch (P.2-26)

6. Trip odometer select knob (P.2-4)

7. Steering switch for Audio (P.4-40)/ Bluetooth (if so equipped) (P.4-41)

8. Security indicator light (P.2-18)

9. Meters and gauges (P.2-3)

10. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-37)

11. Cruise control main/set switch

(P.5-22) or Intelligent cruise control switch (if so equipped) (P.5-24)

12. Windshield wiper/washer switch

(P.2-21)

13. Ignition switch (P.3-14)

14. Center ventilator (P.4-20)

15. Display (P.4-4)/Navigation system (if

so equipped)*

16. Audio system (P.4-25)

17. Center multi-function control panel

(P.4-2)

18. Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P.1-37)

Hands-Free Phone System

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19. Lane departure warning (LDW) switch (if so equipped) (P.2-30)

20. Hood release handle (P.3-24)

21. Fuse box (P.8-24)

22. SNOW mode switch (P.2-31)

23. Parking brake (P.5-18)

24. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch (P.2-31)

25. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch (P.3-28)

26. Storage box and power outlet (P.2-33, P.2-35)

27. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-28)

28. Automatic transmission selector lever (P.5-14)

29. Heated seat switch (P.2-29)

30. Clock (P.2-32)

31. Automatic climate control system (P.4-21)

32. Glove box (P.2-36)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual. (if so equipped)

METERS AND GAUGES

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1. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)

2. Tachometer (P.2-4)

3. Speedometer (P.2-4)

4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-5)

5. Intelligent cruise control system display (if so equipped) (P.5-24)

6. Automatic transmission position indicator (P.5-14)

7. Odometer (Total/Twin trip) (P.2-4)

8. Fuel gauge (P.2-5)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

VQ35DE ENGINE

1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-24)

2. Battery (P.8-17)

3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-11)

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-16)

5. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-9)

6. Window washer fluid reservoir

(P.8-16)

7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-15)

8. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)

9. Drive belts (P.8-19)

10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-11)

11. Air cleaner (P.8-20)

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VK45DE ENGINE

1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-24)

2. Battery (P.8-17)

3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-11)

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-16)

5. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-9)

6. Window washer fluid reservoir

(P.8-16)

7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-15)

8. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)

9. Drive belts (P.8-19)

10. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-11)

11. Air cleaner (P.8-20)

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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental

restraint system

Seats................................................................ 1-2

Front power seat adjustment........................ 1-2

Rear seat adjustment................................... 1-4

Head restraint adjustment ........................... 1-6

Active head restraint (front seats)................. 1-7

Armrest....................................................... 1-7

Seat belts......................................................... 1-8

Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-8

Child safety............................................... 1-11

Pregnant women ....................................... 1-12

Injured persons......................................... 1-12

Three-point type seat belt with retractor ..... 1-12

Rear center seat belt.................................. 1-15

Seat belt extenders.................................... 1-18

Seat belt maintenance............................... 1-18

Child restraints............................................... 1-19

Precautions on child restraints................... 1-19

Child restraint installation on rear seat

outboard or center positions...................... 1-21

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system ....................................... 1-26

Top tether strap child restraint................... 1-27

Child restraint installation on front

passenger seat.......................................... 1-29

Booster seats ................................................. 1-32

Precautions on booster seats..................... 1-32

Booster seat installation on rear seat

outboard or center positions...................... 1-35

Booster seat installation on front

passenger seat.......................................... 1-36

Supplemental restraint system........................ 1-37

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system...................................................... 1-37

INFINITI advanced air bag system

(front seats)............................................... 1-43

Supplemental air bag warning labels.......... 1-51

Supplemental air bag warning light............ 1-52

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SEATS

WARNING

O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the

seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section.

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FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

O Do not adjust thedriver’s seat whiledriv-

ing so full attention may be given to vehicle operation. The seat may move suddenly and could cause loss of control of the vehicle.

O Do not leave children unattended inside

the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents.

Operating tips

O The seat motor has an auto-reset over-

load protection circuit. If the motor stops during operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch.

O Do not operate the power support seat

for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery.

See “Automatic drive positioner” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section for automatic drive positioner operation.

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Forward and backward

Moving the switch will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position.

forward or backward

Reclining

Move the recline switch the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch

forward.

The reclining feature allows adjustment of the seatback for occupants of different sizes for added comfort and to help obtain proper seat belt fit. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section. The seatback may be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.

backward until

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Seat lifter

Push the front or rear end of the switch up or down to adjust the height and angle of the seat.

For the front passenger’s seat, only the angle of the seat can be adjusted.

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Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Push the front

or back

the seat lumbar area.

end of the switch to adjust

REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT Folding

1. Store the center seat belts in the proper position. (See “REAR CENTER SEAT BELT” later in this section.)

2. Slide the front seat forward if necessary. (See “FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT” earlier in this section.)

3. Pull the seat belt to side.

4. After removing the tonneau cover (if so equipped), pull the lever on the rear

seat

or pull thelever on bothsides of

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the luggage room back.

5. When resetting the seat, be sure to install the head restraints.

and fold the seat-

WARNING

O Never allow anyone to ride in the cargo

area or on the rear seat when it is in the fold-down position. Use of these areas by passengers without proper restraints could result in serious injury in an accident or sudden stop.

O It is extremely dangerous to ride in a

cargo area inside avehicle. Ina collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed.

O Do not allow people to ride in any area of

your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

O Do not fold down the rear seats when oc-

cupants are in the rear seat area, any

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luggage is on the rear seat or any cup is in the cup holder.

O Head restraints should be adjustedprop-

erly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Always replace and adjust them properly if they have been removed for any reason.

O If the head restraints are removed for

any reason, they should be securely stored to prevent them from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident.

O Properly secure all cargo to help prevent

it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury.

O When returning the seatbacks to the up-

right position, be certain they are completely securedin thelatched position.If they are notcompletely secured, passengers maybe injured in anaccident orsudden stop.

O When returning theseatbacks,be sure to

attach the rear center seat belt connector.

O Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt

connector except when folding down the rear seat.

O When attaching the rear center seat belt

connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completelysecured inthe latchedposition and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured.

O If the rear center seat belt connector and

the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.

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Reclining

Pull the reclining lever seat back at the desired angle the reclining lever seat at the desired angle

and position the

after positioning the

. Release

WARNING

O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the

seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident,

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you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section.

O After adjustment, gently rock in the seat

to make sure it is securelylocked.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

To raise the head restraint, just pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob the head restraint down.

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and push

Adjust the head restraints so the center is level with the center of your ears.

WARNING

Head restraints should be adjusted properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat.

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ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (front seats)

WARNING

O Always adjust the head restraints prop-

erly as specified in the previous section. Failure to do so can reduce the effectiveness of the active head restraint.

O Active head restraints are designed to

supplement other safety systems. Always wear seat belts. No system canprevent all injuries in any accident.

O Do not attach anything to the head re-

straint stalks. Doing so could impair active head restraint function.

The active head restraint moves forward utilizing the force that the seatback receives from the occupant in a rear-end collision. The movement of the head restraint helps support the occupant’s head by reducing its backward movement and helping absorb some ofthe forces that may lead to whiplash type injuries.

Active head restraints areeffective for collisions at low to medium speeds in which it is said that whiplash injury occurs most.

Active head restraints operate only in certain rear-end collisions. After the collision, the head restraints return to their original positions.

Properly adjust the active head restraints as described in the previous section.

ARMREST

Front

Push the button

rest To use the console box, see “Console box”

in the “2. Instruments and controls” section.

to the desired position.

while sliding the arm-

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SEAT BELTS

PRECAUTIONS ON SEAT BELT USAGE

If you are wearing your seat belt properly adjusted, and you are sitting upright and well back in your seat, your chances of being injured or killed in an accident and/or the severity of injury may be greatly reduced. INFINITI strongly encourages you and all ofyour passengers to buckleup every time you drive, even if your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.

Most states, provinces or territories require that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

Rear

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Rear

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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WARNING

O Every person who drives or rides in this

vehicle should use a seat belt at all times. Children should be properly restrained in the rear seat and, if appropriate, in a child restraint.

O The seat belt should be properly ad-

justed to a snug fit. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance

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or severity of injury in an accident. Serious injury or death can occur if the seat belt is not worn properly.

O Always route the shoulder belt over your

shoulder and across your chest. Never run the beltbehind your back, under your arm or across your neck. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off your shoulder.

O Position the lap belt as low and snug as

possible AROUND THE HIPS, NOT THE WAIST. A lap belt worn too high couldincrease the risk of internal injuries in an accident.

O Be sure the seat belt tongue is securely

fastened to the proper buckle.

O Do not wear the seat belt inside out or

twisted. Doing so may reduce its effectiveness.

O Do not allow more than one person to

use the same seat belt.

O Never carry more people in the vehicle

than there are seat belts.

O If the seat belt warning light glows con-

tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, itmay indicate a malfunctionin the system. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

O Once thepre-tensionerseat belthasacti-

vated, it cannot be reused and must be replaced together with the retractor. See an INFINITI dealer.

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O Removal and installation of the pre-

tensioner seat belt system components should be done by an INFINITI dealer.

O All seat belt assemblies, including re-

tractors and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision by an INFINITI dealer. INFINITI recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use during a collision be replaced unless the

spected and replaced if either damageor improper operation is noted.

O All child restraints and attaching hard-

ware should be inspected after any collision. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s inspection instructions and replacement recommendations. The child restraints should be replaced if they are

damaged. collision was minor and the belts show no damage and continue to operate properly. Seat belt assemblies notin use during a collision should also be in-

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CHILD SAFETY

Children need adults to help protect them. They need to be properly restrained.

In addition to the general information in this manual, child safety information is available from many other sources, including doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community organizations. Every child is different, so be sure to learn the best way to transport your child.

There are three basic types of child restraint systems:

O Rear facing child restraint O Front facing child restraint O Booster seat

The proper restraint depends on the child’s size. Generally, infants (up to about 1 year and less than 20 lb (9 kg)) should be placed in rear facing child restraints. Front facing child restraints areavailable for children who outgrow rear facing child restraints and are at least 1 year old. Booster seats are used to help position a vehicle lap/shoulder belt on a child who can no longer use a front facing child restraint.

WARNING

Infants and children need special protection. The vehicle’s seat belts may not fit them properly. The shoulder belt may come too close to the face or neck. The lap belt may not fit over their small hip bones. In an accident, an improperly fitting seat belt could cause serious or fatal injury. Always use appropriate child restraints.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require the use of approved child restraints for infants and small children. (See “Child restraints” later in this section.)

Also, there are other types of child restraints available for larger children for additional protection.

INFINITI recommends that all pre-teens and children be restrained in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

This is especially important because your vehicle has a supplemental restraint

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system (air bag system) for the front passenger. See “Supplemental restraint system” later in this section.

Infants

Infants up to at least one year old should be placed in a rear facing child restraint. INFINITI recommends that infants be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choose a child restraint which fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Small children

Children that are over one year old and weigh between 20 lb (9 kg) and 40 lb (18 kg) can be placed in a forward facing child restraint. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for minimum and maximum weight and height recommendations. INFINITI recommends that small children be placed in child restraints that comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. You should choosea child restraintthat fits your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

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Larger children

Children who are too large for child restraints should be seated and restrained by the seat belts which are provided. The seat belt may not fit properly if the child is less than 4 feet 9 inches (142.5 cm) tall and weighs between40 lb (18kg) and80 lb (36 kg). A booster seat should be used to obtain proper seat belt fit.

INFINITI recommends that a child be placed in a commercially available booster seat if the shoulder belt in the child’s seating position fits close to the face or neck or if the lap portion of the seat belt goes across the abdomen. The booster seat should raise the child so that the shoulder belt is properly positioned across the top, middle portion of the shoulder and the lap belt is low on the hips. A booster seat can only be used in seating positions that have a three-point type seat belt. The booster seat should fit the vehicle seat and have a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Once the child has grown so the shoulder belt is no longer on or near the face and neck, use the shoulder belt without the booster seat.

WARNING

Never let a child stand or kneel on any seat and do not allow a child in the cargo areas while the vehicle is moving. The child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident or sudden stop.

PREGNANT WOMEN

INFINITI recommends that pregnant women use seat belts. The seat belt should be worn snug, and always position the lap belt as lowas possible aroundthe hips, not the waist, and place the shoulder belt over your shoulder and across your chest.Never run the lap/shoulder belt over your abdominal area. Contact your doctor for specific recommendations.

INJURED PERSONS

INFINITI recommends that injuredpersons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

Front seat

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THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT WITH RETRACTOR

WARNING

O Every person who drives or rides in this

vehicle should use a seat belt at all times.

O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the

seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident,

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Rear seat

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you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries.

O For the most effective protection when

the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly.

Front seat

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Fastening the seat belts

1. Adjust the seat. See “Seats” earlier in this section.

2. Slowly pull the seat belt out of the retractor and insert the tongue into the buckle until it clicks. (For additional information regarding the rear center seat belt, see “Setting center seat belt”.)

O The retractor is designed to lock during

a sudden stop or on impact. A slow pulling motion will permit the belt to move, and allow you some freedom of movement in the seat.

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Rear seat

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O If the seat belt cannot be pulled from

its fully retracted position, firmly pull the belt and release it. Then smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

3. Position the lap belt portion low and snug on the hips as shown.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is routed over your shoulder and across your chest.

The front passenger and rear seat belts have a locking mechanism for child re-

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straint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode.

When the locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again until the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. For additional information, see “Child restraints” later in this section.

The automatic locking mode should be used only for child restraint installation. During normal seat belt use by a passenger, the lockingmode should notbe activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension. It can also change the operation of the front passenger air bag. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

WARNING

When fastening the seat belts, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position. If they are not completely secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.

To increase your confidence in the seat belts, check the operation as follows:

O grasp the shoulder belt and pull quickly

forward. The retractor should lock and restrict further belt movement.

If the retractor does not lock during this check or if you have any questions about belt operation, see an INFINITI dealer.

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Unfastening the seat belts

To unfasten the belt, press the button on the buckle. The seat belt will automatically retract.

Checking seat belt operation

Your seat belt retractors are designed to lock belt movement using two separate methods:

O when the belt is pulled quickly from the

retractor.

O when the vehicle slows down rapidly.

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WARNING

O After adjustment, release the adjustment

button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up anddown to make sure itis securely fixed in position.

O The shoulder belt anchor height should

be adjusted to the position best for you. Failure to do so may reduce the effectiveness of the entire restraint system and increase the chance or severity of injury

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in an accident.

Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats)

The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best suited for you. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull the release button shoulder belt anchor to the desired position, so that the beltpasses over the center of the shoulder. The belt should be away from your face and neck, but not falling off of your shoulder. Release the adjustment button to lock theshoulder belt anchor into position.

, and then move the

REAR CENTER SEAT BELT

The rear center seat belt has a connector tongue the connector tongue and the seat belt tongue must be securely latched for proper seat belt operation.

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and a seat belt tongue

. Both

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WARNING

O Always fasten the connector tongue and

the seat belt in the order shown.

O Always make sure both the connector

tongue and the seat belt tongue are secured when using the seat belt. Do not use it with only the seat belt tongue attached. This could result in serious personal injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop.

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Stowing rear center seat belt

When folding down the rear seat, the rear center seat belt can be retracted into a stowed position as follows:

1. Hold the connector tongue the seat belt does not retract suddenly when the tongue is released from the connector buckle.

2. Insert a suitable tool such as a key into the connector buckle and release the connector tongue.

3. Fold the connector as illustrated

4. Then secure the connector tongue into the retractor base

so that

in the ceiling.

WARNING

O Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt

connector except when folding down the rear seat.

O When attaching the rear center seat belt

connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completelysecured inthe latchedposition and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured.

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O If the rear center seat belt connector and

the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.

Attaching rear center seat belt

Always be sure the rear center seat belt connector tongue and connectorbuckle are attached. Disconnect only when folding down the rear seat.

To connect the buckle:

1. Pull out the seat belt tongue from the retractor base

2. Pull the seat belt and secure the connector buckle until it clicks

The center seat belt connector tongue and buckle are indicated by the “.” and “m” mark.

The center seat belt connector tongue can be attached only into the rear center seat belt connector buckle.

To fasten the seat belt, see “Fastening the seat belt” earlier in this section.

in the ceiling.

WARNING

O Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt

connector except when folding down the rear seat.

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O When attaching the rear center seat belt

connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completelysecured inthe latchedposition and the rear center seat belt connector is completely secured.

O If the rear center seat belt connector and

the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.

SEAT BELT EXTENDERS

If, because of body sizeor driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lapshoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available. The extender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See an INFINITI dealer for assistance if the extender is required.

WARNING

O Only INFINITI seatbelt extenders, made

by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with INFINITI seat belts.

O Adults and children who can use the

standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal injury in the event of an accident.

O Never use seat belt extenders to install

child restraints. If the child restraint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.

SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE

O To clean the seat belt webbings, apply

a mild soap solution or any solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are completely dry.

O If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt

guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.

O Periodically check to see that the seat

belt and the metal components such as

buckles, tongues, retractors, flexible wires and anchors work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire belt assembly should be replaced.

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CHILD RESTRAINTS

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PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS

WARNING

O Infants and smallchildren shouldalways

be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death.

O Infants and small children should never

be carried on your lap. It is not possible

for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

O Never install a rear-facing child restraint

in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear-facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.

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O INFINITI recommends that the child re-

straint be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

O An improperly installed child restraint

could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.

In general, child restraints are designed to be installed with the lap portion of a lap/shoulder seat belt. In addition, this vehicle is equipped with a universal child restraint lower anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to these lower anchors. For details, see “LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM” later in this section.

Child restraints for infants and children of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind:

O choose only a restraint with a label cer-

tifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or

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Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

O check the child restraint in your vehicle

to be sureit is compatiblewith the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.

O if the child restraint is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is designed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces require that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

WARNING

O Improper use of a child restraint can in-

crease the risk or severity of injury for both the childand other occupants of the vehicle.

O Follow all of the child restraint manufac-

turer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.

O If the child restraint is not anchored

properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.

O Adjustable seatbacks should be posi-

tioned to fit thechild restraint,but as upright as possible.

O After attaching the child restraint, test it

before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

O If you must install a front facing child re-

straint in the front seat, see “Child restraint installation on front passenger seat” later in this section for details.

O When your child restraint is not in use,

keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident.

CAUTION

Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS

WARNING

O The three-point seat belt in your vehicle

is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be usedwhen installing a child restraint.

O Failure to use the automatic locking

mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

O When installing a child restraint system

in the rear center position both the center seat belt connector tongue and buckle tongue must be secured. See “Attaching rear center seat belt” earlier in this section.

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Front facing

When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard or center seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier inthis section. Ifthe head restraint is removed, store it in a

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Rear center seat

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secure place. Besure to installthe head restraint when the child restraint is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable headrestraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing.

3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor isin the automaticlocking mode (child restraint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.

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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt toremove any slackin the belt.

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5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and push it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch(25 mm), pullagain on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) will be canceled.

Rear outboard seat

Rear facing

When you install a child restraint in a rear outboard or center seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

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Rear center seat

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7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.

4. Allow the seat belt to retract.Pull up the shoulder belt to removeany slack inthe belt.

5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch(25 mm), pullagain on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

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back. A label is attached to the seatback to help you locate the LATCH system anchors.

O Attach LATCH system compatible child

restraints only at the locations shown. If a child restraint is not secured properly, your child could be seriously injured or killed in an accident.

O Do not secure a child restraint in the rear

center seating position using the LATCH

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LATCH (LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN) SYSTEM

LATCH lower anchor points (right)

LATCH lower anchor points (left)

LATCH label

The LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) anchor points are located in the seat cushions of the rear outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH anchors.

The LATCH system anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seat-

system anchors. The child restraint will not be secured properly.

O The LATCH system anchors are designed

to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be connected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This system is known as the LATCH system. This system may also be referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With

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WARNING

this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system compatible child restraints. Check your child restraint fora label statingthat it is compatible with the LATCH system. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer. If you have such a child restraint, refer to the illustration for the rear seating positions equipped with LATCH system anchors which canbe used tosecure the child restraint.

Some child restraints may also require the use of a top tether strap. See “Top tether strap child restraint” later in this section for installation instructions.

When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint.

When you install a LATCH system compatible child restraint to the lower anchor attachments in the rear seat, follow these steps.

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WARNING

Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system anchors, such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LATCH system anchors are obstructed.

side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm).

3. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use.

1. To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint, insert the child restraint LATCH system anchor attachments into the anchor points on the seat.

To assist in attaching the child restraint to the lower anchors, recline the seatback, latch the anchor attachments to the anchors, and then return the seatback to its normal, locked position. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether, see “Top tether strap child restraint” later in this section for installation instructions.

2. After attaching the child restraint and before placing the child in it, use force to push the child restraint from side to

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TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT

WARNING

O Child restraint anchor points are de-

signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.

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O After removing a rear seat head restraint

for top tether installation, store it securely to preventit from causing injury to passengers or damage to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident. Always replace it and adjust properly when top tether is no longer in use.

If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must be secured to the anchor point provided behind its position.

First, adjust the seatback so that it is upright. Then secure the child restraint with the rear seat belt or the LATCH system (outboard positions), as applicable. Remove the anchor cover from the anchor point as illustrated. Keep the removed cover ina secure place to prevent loss or damage.

Remove the head restraint from the seatback. Store it in a secure place. Position the top tetherstrap over thetop ofthe seatback and secure it to the tether anchor bracket that providesthe straightest installation. Tighten thetether strap accordingto the manufacturer’s instruction to remove any slack.

For best child restraint fit, see the child restraint installation instructions in this section and the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located on the ceiling above the luggage room.

If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult an INFINITI dealer for details.

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT

WARNING

O Never install a rear-facing child restraint

in the front passenger seat. Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child restraint could be struck by the supplemental front air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your child.

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O INFINITI recommends that child re-

straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a forwardfacing child restraint inthe front passenger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost position. Also,be surethe front passenger air bag status light is illuminated to indicate the passenger air bag is OFF. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for details.

O A child restraint with a top tether strap

should not be used in the front passenger seat.

O The passenger three-point seat belt is

equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.

O Failure to use the automatic locking

mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The restraint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operation of the front passenger air bag. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it ina secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it isinterfering with theproper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.

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Front facing

If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps:

1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a front facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Adjust the head restraint to its highest position. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Child re-

straints for infants must be used in the rear facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat.

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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt toremove any slackin the belt.

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5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to tilt the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forwardto make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt to further tighten the child restraint. If un-

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BOOSTER SEATS

able to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.

7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.

8. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The passenger air bag status light

should illuminate. Ifthis light is not illuminated, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section. Move the child restraint to an- other seating position. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) will be canceled.

PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER SEATS

WARNING

O Infants and smallchildren shouldalways

be placed in an appropriate child restraint or booster seat whileriding in the vehicle. Failure to use a child restraint or booster seat can result in serious injury or death.

O Infants and small children should never

be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe accident. The child could be crushed between the adult and parts of the vehicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and yourself.

O INFINITI recommends that the booster

seat be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the frontseat.

O A booster seat must only be installed in a

seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt. Failure to use a three-point type seat belt witha booster seatcan result in a serious injury in sudden stop or collision.

O An improperly installed booster seat

could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.

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WARNING

Do not use towels, books, pillows or other items in place of a booster seat. Items such as these may move during normal driving or a collision and result in serious injury or death. Booster seats are designedto be used with a lap/shoulder belt. Booster seats are designed to properly route the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt over the strongest portions of a child’s body to pro-

vide the maximum protection during a collision.

Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind:

O Choose only a booster seat with a label

certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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O Check the booster seat in your vehicle

to be sureit is compatiblewith the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.

O Make sure the child’s headwill be prop-

erly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. Theseatback must beat or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat is chosen, the vehicleseatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat

should be used.

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O If the booster seat is compatible with

your vehicle, place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories require that infants and small children be restrained in anapproved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being operated.

WARNING

O Improper use of a booster seat can in-

crease the risk or severity of injury for both the childand other occupants of the vehicle.

O Follow all of the booster seat manufac-

turer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a booster seat, be sure to selectone which willfit yourchild and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of booster seats in your vehicle.

O If the booster seat and seat belt are not

used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.

O Adjustable seatbacks should be posi-

tioned to fit the booster seat, but as upright as possible.

O After placingthe childin the boosterseat

and fastening the seat belt, make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the abdomen.

O Do not put the shoulder belt behind the

child or under the child’s arm. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, see “Booster seat installation on front passenger seat” later in this section.

O When your booster seat is not in use,

keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident.

CAUTION

Remember thata booster seatleft ina closed vehicle can become very hot. Checkthe seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the booster seat.

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Outboard position

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BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS

CAUTION

Do not use the lap/shoulder belt automatic locking mode whenusing a booster seat with the seat belts. When you install a booster seat in the rear seat, follow these steps:

Center position

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1. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.

2. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seatso that itis stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier inthis section. Ifthe head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable headrestraint and it

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is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.

3. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.

4. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to takeup extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.

5. Follow the warnings, cautions and instructions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in the “Three-point seat belt with retractor” earlier in this section.

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WARNING

INFINITI recommends that child restraints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost position. Also, be sure the front passenger air bag status light is illuminated to indicate the passenger air bag is OFF. See

“Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for details.

If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, follow these steps:

1. Move the seat to the rearmost position.

2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.

3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seatso that itis stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier inthis section. Ifthe head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable headrestraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seating position or a different booster seat.

4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.

5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to takeup extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoulder. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.

6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instructions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in the “Three-point seat belt with retractor” earlier in this section.

7. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger air bag status light illuminated, depending on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

may or may not be

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SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM

This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger front impact supplemental air bags (INFINITI advanced air bag system), front seat sideimpact supplemental air bags, curtain side-impact and rollover air bags and front seat pre-tensioner seat belts.

Supplemental front impact air bag system:

The INFINITI advanced air bag system can help cushion the impact force to the head and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions.

Supplemental side-impact air bag system:

This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The front seat side-impact supplemental air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

Supplemental curtain side-impact and rollover air bag system:

cushion the impactforce to thehead of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain air bags are designed to inflate on the side wherethe vehicle is impacted. In a rollover both cur-

This system can help

tain air bags are designed to inflate and remain inflated for a short period of time.

These supplemental restraint systems are designed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occupant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and door finishers. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.)

After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the systems are operational.

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WARNING

O The supplemental front air bags ordi-

narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

O The front passenger air bag will not in-

flate if the passenger air bag status light

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is lit or if the front passenger seat is unoccupied. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

O The seat belts and the supplemental

front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System, if you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you

are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seat belts.

O The driver and front passenger seat belt

buckles are equipped with sensors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The advanced air bag system monitors the severity of acollision andseat beltusage then inflates the air bags. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

O The front passenger seat is equipped

with an occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) that turns the front passenger air bagOFF under someconditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be properly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. See “Front Passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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O Keep hands on the outside of the

steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental front air bag inflates.

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WARNING

O Never let children ride unrestrained or

extend their hands orface out ofthe window. Do not attempt tohold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

O Children may be severely injured or

killed when the supplemental front air bags, side air bags or curtain sideimpact and rollover air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Preteens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.

O Even withthe INFINITIAdvanced AirBag

System, never install a rear-facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for details.

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WARNING

Supplemental side air bag and curtain sideimpact and rollover air bag:

O The supplemental side air bag and cur-

tain side-impact and rollover air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.

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O The seat belts, the supplemental side air

bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bagsare mosteffective whenyou are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain sideimpact air baginflate withgreat force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seats or rear outboard seats to extend their hand out of the

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window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

O When sitting in therear seat, do nothold

onto the seatbackof the frontseat. Ifthe side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained.

O Do not use seat covers on the front seat-

backs. They may interfere with supple mental side air bag inflation.

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1. Crash zone sensor

2. Supplemental curtain side-impact and rollover air bags

3. Occupant classification system control unit

4. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor)

5. Supplemental side air bag modules

6. Supplemental front air bag modules

7. Diagnosis sensor unit

8. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor

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9. Satellite sensors

10.Supplemental curtain side-impact and rollover air bag modules

INFINITI ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (front seats)

This vehicle is equipped with the INFINITI advanced air bag system for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regulations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information,

cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed.

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The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The front passenger supplemental front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove box. The supplemental front air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag system operation.

The INFINITI advanced air bag system has dual stage inflators. It also monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit, seat belt buckle switches, occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor) and passenger seat belt tension sensor. Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage of the driver. For the front passenger, it additionally monitors the weight of an occupant or object on the seat and seat belt tension. Based on information from the sensors, only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted. Additionally,

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the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned OFF under some conditions, depending on the weight detected on the passenger seat and how the seat belt is used. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, the passenger air bag status light will be illuminated (if the seat is unoccupied, the light will not be illuminated, but the air bag will be off.). See “Front passenger air bag andstatus light” laterin this section for further details.One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system.

If you have any questions about your air bag system, contact an INFINITI dealer. If you are considering modifications of your vehicle due to a disability, you may also contact an INFINITI dealer. Contact information is contained in the front of this Owner’s Manual.

When a supplemental front airbag inflates, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental front airbags, along withthe use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the faceand chest of thefront occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However,an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bagsdo not provide restraint to the lower body.

Even with INFINITI advancedair bags, seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The supplemental front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occupants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against the front air bag module during inflation.

The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision.

The supplemental front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

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SSS0614

Front passenger air bag and status light

WARNING

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some conditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is necessary for most effective protection. Failure to follow

all instructions in thismanualconcerning the use of seats, seat belts and child restraints can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

Status light:

The front passenger air bag status light

The light operates as follows:

O Unoccupied passenger seat: The

O Passenger seat occupied by a small

O Occupied passenger seat and the pas-

is located on the map light cover.

air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.

adult, child or child restraint as outlined in this section: The nates to indicate that the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.

senger meets the conditions outlinedin this section: The light indicate that the front passenger air bag is operational.

is OFF and the front passenger

illumi-

is OFF to

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Front passenger air bag:

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated under some conditions as described below in accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system.

The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requiring the air bag to be automatically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used to meet the requirements.

One sensor used is the occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor). It is in the bottom of the front passenger seat cushion and is designed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat by weight. It works together with seat belt sensors described later. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the advanced air bag system is designed to turn the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, its weight and the child’s weightcan be de-

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tected and cause the air bag to turn OFF. The occupant classification sensor operation can vary depending on the front passenger seat belt sensors.

The front passenger seat belt sensors are designed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and the amount of tension on the seat belt, such as when it is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode). Based on the weight on the seat detected by the occupant classification sensor and the belt tension detected on the seat belt, the advanced air bag system determines whether the front passenger airbag should be automatically turned OFF as required by the regulations.

Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as outlined in this manual should not cause the passenger air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF. However, if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cushion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF. In addition,if the occupantimproperly uses the seat belt in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode), this could

cause the air bag to be turned OFF. Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effective protection by the seat belt and supplemental air bag.

INFINITI recommends that pre-teens and children be properly restrained in a rear seat. INFINITI also recommends that appropriate child restraintsand booster seats be properly installedin a rearseat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor and seat belt sensors are designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child restrains and to use the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) may allow the restraint to tip or move in an accident or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag inflating in a crash instead of being OFF. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for proper use and installation.

If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the passenger air bag isdesigned not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the object’s weight detected by the occupant classification

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sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. Always be sure that you and all vehicle occupants are seated and restrained properly.

Using the passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front passenger air bag is automatically turnedOFF with the seat occupied. The light will not illuminate when the front passenger seat is unoccupied.

If an adult occupant is in the seat but the passenger air bag status light is illuminated (indicating that the air bag is OFF), it could be that the personis a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly or is not using the seat belt properly.

If a child restraintmust be used in the front seat, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size ofthe child andthe type ofchild restraint being used. If the passenger air bag status light is not illuminated (indicating that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. In rare cases, the passenger air bag status light

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will not illuminate even though the air bag is OFF.

If such situations happen, properly position and restrain the occupant or child restraint. Otherwise reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. If you have any questions about whether your passenger air bagis working asdesigned, your INFINITI dealer can confirm that it is working properly by using a special tool.

The air bag system and passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a changein the passengerseat status. For example, if a large adult who is sitting in the front passenger seat exits the vehicle, the passenger air bag status light will change from OFF to ON for a few seconds and then to OFF. This is normal system operation and does not indicate a malfunction.

If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning light meter and gauges area, will blink. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

, located in the

Other supplemental front air bag precautions

WARNING

O Do not place any objects on the steering

wheel pad or on the instrument panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the supplemental front air bag inflates.

O Immediately after inflation, several front

air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

O No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or damage to the supplemental air bag system.

O Do not make unauthorized changes to

your vehicle’s electrical system, suspen-

sion system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag system.

O Tampering with the supplemental front

air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel assembly by placing material over the steering wheelpad and above the instrument panel or by installing additional trim material around the air bag system.

O Modifying or tampering with the front

passenger seat may result in seriouspersonal injury. For example, do not change the front seatsby placing material on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, on the seat. Additionally, do not stow any objects under the front passenger seat or the seat cushion and seatback. Such objects may interfere with the proper operation of the occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor).

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O No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the supplemental front air bag system. Tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.

O Work on and around the supplemental

front air bag system should be done by an INFINITI dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by an INFINITI dealer. The Supplemental RestraintSystem (SRS)wiring shouldnot be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be usedon the air bag system.

O A cracked windshield should be replaced

immediately by a qualified repair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the function of the supplementalair bag system.

O The SRS wiring harness connectors are

yellow and orange for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental front airbag system andguide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

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SSS0190

Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag system

The supplemental side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The supplemental curtain sideimpact and rollover air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntaryguidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position occupants. However, all ofthe information,

cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supple-

mental side air bags and curtain side-

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impact and rollover air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higherseverity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions.

Curtain side-impact and rollover air bags are also designed to inflate in certain types of rollover collisions or near rollovers. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag operation.

When the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicatea fire. Care shouldbe taken not to inhale it, asit may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

Supplemental side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest of the front occupants. Curtain side-impact and rollover air bags help to cushion the impact force to

the head of occupants in the front and rear outboard seating positions. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag may cause abrasions or other injuries. Supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags do notprovide restraint to the lower body.

The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the doorfinishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain side-impact airbag inflate quicklyin order to help protect the front occupants and rear-outboard occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain air bag inflatingcan increase the riskof injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over.

The curtain side-impactand rollover airbag will remain inflated for a short time.

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The supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position.

WARNING

O Do not place any objects near the seat-

back ofthe front seats. Also, do notplace any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door finisher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the side airbag or curtainside-impact air bag inflates.

O Immediately after inflation, several side

air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.

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O No unauthorized changes should be-

made to anycomponentsor wiring ofthis side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system.

O Do not make unauthorized changes to

your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental side air bag and curtain sideimpact air bag system.

O Tampering with the supplemental

system may result in serious personalinjury. For example, do not change the front seat by placing material near the seatback or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.

O Work around and on the side air bag and

curtain side-impact air bag system should be done by an INFINITI dealer. Installation of electrical equipment

should also be done by an INFINITI dealer. TheSRS wiring harnesses*should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the side air bag system.

* The SRS wiring harnessesconnectors are

yellow for easy identification.

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag system and guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)

WARNING

O The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be re-

used after activation. It mustbe replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.

O If the vehicle becomes involved in a fron-

tal collision but the pre-tensioner is not

activated, be sure to have the pretensioner system checked and, if necessary, replaced by an INFINITI dealer.

O No unauthorized changes should be

made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system.This is to prevent accidental activation of the pretensioner seat belt or damage to the pretensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious personalinjury.

O Work around and on the pre-tensioner

system should be done by an INFINITI dealer. Installation of electrical equipment should also be done by an INFINITI dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equipment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.

O If you need to dispose of the pre-

tensioner or scrap the vehicle, contact an INFINITI dealer. Correct pre-tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate INFINITI Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could causepersonal injury.

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The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the front supplemental air bag systems. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occupants.

The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used in the same wayas conventional seatbelts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.

If any abnormality occurs in the pretensioner system, the supplemental air bag warning light will flash intermittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition switch has been turned to the ON or START position. In this case, the pre-tensioner seat belt may not function properly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to an INFINITI dealer.

will not come on,

When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pretensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

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SSS0362

SRS air bag

The warning labels are located on the surface of the sun visor.

SRS side-impact air bag

The warning label is located on the side of the passenger’s side center pillar.

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS

Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag and supplementalside-impact air bag systems areplaced in the vehicle as shown in the illustration.

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SPA1097

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT

The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying monitors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits monitored by the air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, crash zone sensor, rollover sensors, satellite sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain side-impact

in the instrument panel,

air bag modules, pre-tensioner seat belts and all related wiring.

After turning the ignition switch to the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

If any ofthe following conditions occur, the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag andcurtain side-impact air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing:

O The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 seconds.

O The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

O The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on at all.

Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and/or pretensioner seat belt may not operate properly. It must be checkedand repaired. Take your vehicle to an INFINITI dealer.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it couldmean thatthe supplementalfront air bag, supplemental side air bag, curtain air bag systems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt system will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as possible.

Repair and replacement procedure

The supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and pre-tensioner seat belt are designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these systems should be done only by an INFINITI dealer.

When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, side air bags, curtain air bags, related parts and pre-tensioner seat beltshould be

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pointed out to the person conducting the maintenance. The ignition switch should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

WARNING

O Once a supplemental front air bag,

supplemental side air bag or curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, if any of the supplemental front air bags inflate, the activated pretensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pretensioner seat belt system should be replaced by an INFINITI dealer. The air bag modules and pre-tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired.

O The supplemental front air bag, side air

bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by an INFINITI dealer ifthere isany damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle.

If you need to dispose of these supple-

mental systems or scrap the vehicle, contact an INFINITI dealer. Correct disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate INFINITIService Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.

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2 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel.............................................. 2-2

Meters and gauges ........................................... 2-3

Speedometer and odometer......................... 2-4

Tachometer ................................................. 2-4

Engine coolant temperature gauge............... 2-5

Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5

Compass display .............................................. 2-6

Warning/indicator lights and audible

reminders......................................................... 2-9

Checking bulbs............................................ 2-9

Warning lights........................................... 2-10

Indicator lights ......................................... 2-15

Audible reminders ..................................... 2-17

Security systems ............................................ 2-18

Vehicle security system ............................. 2-18

INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ........ 2-20

Windshield wiper and washer switch .............. 2-21

Rear window wiper and washer switch ............ 2-22

Rear window and outside mirror defroster

switch ............................................................ 2-23

Headlight and turn signal switch ..................... 2-23

Xenon headlights ...................................... 2-23

Headlight switch ....................................... 2-24

Daytime running light system

(Canada only) ........................................... 2-27

Instrument brightness control ................... 2-27

Turn signal switch ..................................... 2-28

Fog light switch ......................................... 2-28

Hazard warning flasher switch......................... 2-28

Horn............................................................... 2-29

Heated seats (if so equipped) .......................... 2-29

Lane departure warning (LDW) switch

(if so equipped) .............................................. 2-30

SNOW mode switch......................................... 2-31

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ......... 2-31

Clock.............................................................. 2-32

Adjusting the time ..................................... 2-32

Power outlet ................................................... 2-32

Storage .......................................................... 2-34

Sunglasses holder..................................... 2-34

Storage box............................................... 2-35

Cup holders............................................... 2-35

Glove box.................................................. 2-36

Console box .............................................. 2-38

Luggage floor boxes (if so equipped).......... 2-39

Card holder (for driver’s side)..................... 2-39

Cargo net (if so equipped).......................... 2-39

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Tonneau cover (if so equipped) .................. 2-40

Windows ........................................................ 2-41

Power windows ......................................... 2-41

Sunroof (if so equipped).................................. 2-43

Automatic sunroof ..................................... 2-43

Interior light................................................... 2-45

Room light................................................. 2-45

Map light .................................................. 2-45

Ceiling light (if so equipped) ...................... 2-46

Rear personal light ................................... 2-46

Luggage room light.................................... 2-47

Vanity mirror light........................................... 2-47

HomeLink

Universal Transceiver (if so

equipped)....................................................... 2-47

Programming HomeLink

........................... 2-48

for Canadian

customers ................................................. 2-49

Operating the HomeLink

Universal

Transceiver................................................ 2-50

Programming trouble-diagnosis................. 2-50

Clearing the programmed information........ 2-50

Reprogramming a single HomeLink

button....................................................... 2-50

If your vehicle is stolen.............................. 2-51

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

2-2 Instruments and controls

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1. Outside mirror remote control

2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch

3. Trip odometer reset knob

4. Instrument brightness control switch

5. Headlight aiming control switch

6. Trip odometer select knob

7. Steering switch for Audio/Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped)

8. Security indicator light

9. Meters and gauges

10. Driver supplemental air bag

11. Cruise control main/set switch or In-

telligent cruise control switch (if so equipped)

12. Windshield wiper/washer switch

13. Ignition switch

14. Center ventilator

15. Display/Navigation system

(if so equipped)*

16. Audio system

17. Center multi-function control panel

18. Front passenger supplemental air bag

19. Lane departure warning (LDW) switch

(if so equipped)

20. Hood release handle

21. Fuse box

22. SNOW mode switch

23. Parking brake

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24. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch

25. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch

26. Storage box and power outlet

27. Hazard warning flasher switch

28. Automatic transmission selector lever

29. Heated seat switch

30. Clock

31. Automatic climate control system

32. Glove box

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual. (if so equipped)

METERS AND GAUGES

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1. Warning/Indicator lights

2. Tachometer

3. Speedometer

4. Engine coolant temperature gauge

5. Intelligent cruise control system dis-

play (if so equipped)

6. Automatic transmission position indicator

7. Odometer (Total/Twin trip)

8. Fuel gauge

Instruments and controls 2-3

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SIC2136

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed (MPH and km/h).

Odometer/Twin trip odometer

The odometer/twin trip odometer are displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

The odometer the vehicle has been driven.

The twin trip odometer tance of individual trips.

Changing the display:

Pushing the trip knob play as follows:

TRIP A → TRIP B → TRIP A

Resetting the trip odometer:

Push and hold the reset knob the trip odometer to zero.

Elapsed time, driving distance and average speed information are also available. Refer to “How to use “TRIP” button” in the “4. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems” section.

records the total distance

records the dis-

changes the dis-

to reset

SIC2551

TACHOMETER

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

Do not rev the engine into the red zone

CAUTION

When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.

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CAUTION

If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reducevehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the normal

range

, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If theengine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “6. In case of emergency”

SIC2137A SIC3119

section for immediate action required.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.

The engine coolant temperature is normal when the gauge indicates within the range

The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.

FUEL GAUGE

The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank.

The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill.

The gauge needle is designed to move to the E (Empty) position when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers Empty.

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COMPASS DISPLAY

The low fuel warning light

comes on when the fuel tankis getting low. Refuelas soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge reaches E. There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E.

The

indicates that the fuel-filler door is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.

CAUTION

O If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the

malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may comeon. Refuelas soonas possible. After a few driving trips, the should turn off. If the lamp remains on after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by an INFINITI dealer.

O For additionalinformation, see“Malfunc-

tion indicator lamp (MIL)” later in this section.

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lamp

Type A

Type B

SIC3150

SIC3014

When the compass switch the compass display

will indicate the di-

is pushed,

rection the vehicle is heading. N: north E: east S: south W: west If the display reads “C” or compass switch

is pushed for 9 seconds (Type B), calibrate the compass by driving the vehicle in 3 complete circles at less than 5 MPH (8 km/h).

You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday route. The compass will be calibrated once it has tracked 3 complete circles.

To turn off the compass, push

again.

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Zone variation change procedure

The difference betweenmagnetic north and geographical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can sometimes be great enough to cause false compass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happens:

1. Push the compass switch for more than

3 seconds. The current zone number will appear in the display.

2. Find your current location and variance

number on the zone map.

3. Push and hold the compass switch until

the new zone number appears in the display, then release the switch. After you release the switch, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds.

Inaccurate compass direction:

1. With the display turned on, push the

compass switch for 3 seconds, until a zone selection number is displayed in the mirror compass window.

2. Push the compass switch repeatedly

(toggle) until the correct zone is displayed, then release the switch.

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3. The display returns to the normal compass mode within 10 seconds after the switch is released.

4. If the vehicle changes zone, repeat steps 1 thru 3. See map.

O If the compass deviates from the cor-

rect direction after repeated adjustment, have the compass checked at an INFINITI dealer.

O The compass may not indicate the cor-

rect compass point in tunnels or while driving up or down a steep hill. (The compass returns to the correct compass point when the vehicle moves to an area where the geomagnetism is stabilized.)

CAUTION

O Do not install a ski rack, antenna, etc.

which are attached to the vehicle by means of a magnet. They affect the operation of the compass.

O When cleaning the mirror, use a paper

towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass

cleaner directly on the mirror as it may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing.

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WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)

or Anti-lock brake warning light

Automatic transmission check warning light

Preview Function warning light (Orange; if so equipped)

or Brake warning light Low washer fluid warning light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Charge warning light Seat belt warning light Slip indicator light

Door open warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Snow mode indicator light

Engine oil pressure warning light

P position selecting warning light and chime (if so equipped)

Intelligent Cruise Control system warning light (Orange; if so equipped)

Intelligent Key warning light (if so equipped)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system indicator light (Orange; if so equipped)

Low fuel warning light

Low tire pressure warning light

Automatic transmission position indicator light

Cruise main switch indicator light (Green)

Cruise set switch indicator light

Front passenger air bag status light

High beam indicator light (Blue) Intelligent Cruise Control system MAIN

switch indicator light (Green; if so equipped) Intelligent Cruise Control system set

switch indicator light (if so equipped)

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light

CHECKING BULBS

Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to ON without starting the engine. The following lights will come on:

, or , , , , , ,

The following lights come on briefly and then go off:

, or , , , , , , ,

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly.

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WARNING LIGHTS

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models)

The AWD warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the engine is started.

If the AWD system malfunctions or the revolution, or radius of the front and the rear wheel are different, the warning light will either remain illuminated or blink. See “All-Wheel Drive (AWD)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

CAUTION

O If the warning light comes on while driv-

ing there may be a malfunction in the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle speed and have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as possible.

O If the AWD warning light blinks on when

you are driving:

- blinks rapidly (about twice a second): Pull off theroad in asafe area, andidle the engine. The driving mode will

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change to 2WD to prevent the AWD system from malfunctioning. If the warning light turns off, you can drive again.

- blinks slowly (about once every 2 seconds): Pull off theroad in asafe area, andidle the engine. Checkthat alltire sizes are the same, tire pressure is correct and tires are not worn. If the warning light is still on after the above operation, have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as possible.

or Anti-lock brake

warning light

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the anti-lock brake warning light will illuminate and then turn off. This indicates the anti-lock brake system (ABS) is operational.

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

If a malfunction occurs in the system, the anti-lock function of the brake will cease operation but the ordinary brakes will continue to operate. See “Anti-lock brake system (ABS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for further details.

If the light comes onwhile you are driving, contact an INFINITI dealer for repair.

Automatic transmission check warning light

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the automatic transmission check warning light comes on and then turns off. This indicates that the automatic transmission system is operational.

If the light comes on while the engine is running or while driving, it may indicate that the automatic transmission system is not functioning properly. Have an INFINITI dealer check and repair the transmission.

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Preview Function warning light (Orange: if so equipped)

The light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Brake Assist (with Preview Function) system.

or Brake warning

light

This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems.

Parking brake indicator:

When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the light comes on when the parking brake is applied.

Low brake fluid warning light:

The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following:

1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See “Brake fluid” in the “8. Maintenanceand do-it-yourself” section.

WARNING

O Your brake system may not be working

properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive carefully to the nearest servicestation forrepairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous.

O Pressing the brake pedal with the engine

stopped and/or a low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.

O If the brake fluid level is below the

MINIMUM or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at an INFINITI dealer.

2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

Anti-lock brake system warning indicator

When the parkingbrake is releasedand the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both the brake warning light and the anti-lock brake warning light illuminate,it mayindicate the anti-lock brake system is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked by an INFINITIdealer. See “Anti-lockbrake warning light” earlier in this section.

Charge warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light remains on, see an INFINITI dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Do not continue driving if the generator belt is loose, broken or missing.

Door open warning light

This light comes on when any of the doors and/or lift gate are not closed securely while the ignition switch is ON.

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Engine oil pressure warning light

This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call an INFINITI dealer or other authorized repair shop.

The engine oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See

“Engine oil” inthe “8. Maintenanceand doit-yourself” section.

CAUTION

Running the engine with the engine oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine almost immediately. Such damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as it is safe to do so.Ë

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P position selecting warning light and chime (if so equipped)

The light blinks in red and warning buzzer beeps when the selector lever is not in the P position and you are out with the Intelligent Key.

When the warning light blinks, move the selector lever to P position and return the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

Intelligent Cruise Control system warning light (Orange; if so equipped)

The light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Intelligent Cruise Control system.

Intelligent Key warning light (if so equipped)

This light comes on in green when it is possible to turn the ignition switch.

When the light comes on in red, it is not possible to turn the knob.

O The warning light blinksin red whenthe

Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position. Confirm the location of the

key as soon as possible when the warning light blinks in red. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you while driving the vehicle.

O The warning light goesoff about 10sec-

onds after the Intelligent Key is brought inside the vehicle.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system indicator light (Orange; if so equipped)

The light will blink if the vehicle istraveling close to either the left or the right of the traveling lane.

The light illuminates if there is a malfunction in the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system. See “Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

Low fuel warning light

This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches E.

There will be a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E.

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Low tire pressure warning light

Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that monitors the tire pressure of all tires except the spare.

The low tire pressure warning light warns of low tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not functioning properly.

After the ignition switch is turned ON, this light illuminates for about 1 second and turns off.

Low tire pressure warning (for models without run-flat tire only):

If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pressure, the warning light will illuminate. If you select the tire pressure information in the display, the FLAT TIRE warning message will bedisplayed. The tirepressure for each tire will also be displayed.

When the low tire pressure warning light illuminates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the light OFF.

For additional information, see “Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)” in the “5.

Starting and driving” section andthe “6. In case of emergency” section.

Low tire pressure warning (for models with run-flat tire only):

Flat tire warning (for models with run-flat tire only):

If the vehicle is being driven with one or more flat tires, the warning light will flash continuously and a chime will sound for 10 seconds.

The chime will only sound at the first indication of a flat tire and the warning light will flash continuously. When the Flat tire warning is activated, have the system reset and the tire checked and replaced if necessary by an INFINITI dealer. Even if the tire

is inflated to the specified COLD tire pressure, the warning light will continue to flash until the system is reset by an INFINITI dealer.

If you select the tire pressure information in the display, the FLAT TIRE warning message will bedisplayed. The tirepressure for each tire will also be displayed.

Your vehicle can be driven for a limited time on a flat tire. See “Run-flat tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

For additional information, see “Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section and in the “6. In case of emergency” section.

TPMS malfunction:

If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low tire pressure warning lightwill flash for approximately 1 minute when the ignition switch is turned ON. The light will remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

For additional information, see “Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

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WARNING

O If the light does not illuminate with the

ignition switch turned ON, have the vehicle checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as possible.

O If the light illuminates while driving,

avoid sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road to a safe location and stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Serious vehicle damage could occur and may lead to an accident and could result in serious personal injury. Check the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label to turn the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If the light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

O Although you can continue driving with a

punctured run-flat tire (if so equipped),

remember that vehicle handling stability is reduced, which could lead to an accident and personal injury. Also, driving a long distance at high speeds may damage the tires.

O Do not drive atspeeds above 55 MPH (88

km/h) and do not drive more than 50 miles (80 km) with a punctured run-flat tire (if so equipped). The actual distance the vehicle can bedriven on a flat tiredepends on outside temperature, vehicle load, road conditions and other factors.

O Do not tow atrailer when a run-flat tire (if

so equipped) is flat.

O When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel

is replaced, tire pressure will not be indicated, the TPMSwill not functionand the low tire pressure warning light will flash. Contact your INFINITI dealer as soon as possible for tire replacement and/or system resetting.

O Replacing tires with those not originally

specified by INFINITI could affect the proper operation of the TPMS.

CAUTION

O The TPMS is not a substitute for the

regular tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire pressure regularly.

O If the vehicleis being driven atspeeds of

less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS may not operate correctly.

O Be sure to install the specified size of

tires to the 4 wheels correctly.

Low washer fluid warning light

This light comes on when the washer fluid is at a low level. Add washerfluid as necessary. See “Window washer fluid” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.

Seat belt warning light and chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition switch is turned to ON, and will remain illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the

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chime will sound for about 6 seconds unless the driver’s seat belt is securely fastened.

The seat belt warning light for the front passenger will illuminate if the seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied (if so equipped). For 5 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ON position, the system does not activate the warning light for the front passenger.

See “Seat belts” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section for precautions on seat belt usage.

Supplemental air bag warning light

After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light will illuminate. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.

If any ofthe following conditions occur, the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag andcurtain side-impact air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt need servicing and your vehicle mustbe taken to an INFINITI dealer.

O The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 seconds.

O The supplemental air bag warning light

flashes intermittently.

O The supplemental air bag warning light

does not come on at all.

Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint Systems and/or the pretensioner seat belt may not function properly. For additional information, see “Supplemental restraint system” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section.

WARNING

If the supplemental air bag warning light is on, it couldmean thatthe supplementalfront air bag, supplemental side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and/or pretensioner seat belt systems will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as possible.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

Automatic transmission position indicator light

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the indicator in the tachometer shows the automatic transmission selector lever position. See “Driving with automatic transmission” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

Cruise main switch indicator light (Green)

The light comes on when the cruise control is pushed. The light goes out when the main switch is pushed again. While the cruise control systemmain switch indicator light is on, the cruise control system is operational.

Cruise set switch indicator light

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the cruise control system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

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Front passenger air bag status light

The front passenger air bag status light ( air bag will be OFF depending on how the front passenger seat is being used.

For front passenger air bag status light operation, see “INFINITI advanced air bag system” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section of this manual.

) will be lit and the passengerfront

High beam indicator light (Blue)

This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes outwhen the low beam is selected.

Intelligent Cruise Control system MAIN switch indicator light (Green; if so equipped)

The light comes on when the ICC system MAIN switch is pushed. The light goes out when the MAIN switch is pushed again. While the MAIN switch indicator light comes on, the ICC system is operational.

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Intelligent Cruise Control system set switch indicator light (if so equipped)

The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the Intelligent Cruise Control system. If the light blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate the Intelligent Cruise Control system is not functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on steady or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control malfunction.

The malfunction indicator lamp may also come on steady if thefuel-filler cap is loose or missing, or if thevehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle has atleast three gallonsof fuel in the fuel tank.

After a few driving trips, the should turn off if no other potential emission control system malfunction exists.

If this indicator lamp comes on steady for 20 seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when

lamp

the engine is not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready for an emission control system inspection/maintenance test. See “Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the “9. Technical and consumer information” section of this manual.

Operation The malfunction indicator lamp will come

on in one of two ways: O Malfunction indicator lamp on steady —

An emission control system malfunction has been detected. Check the fuelfiller cap. If thefuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten or install the cap and continue to drive the vehicle. The

lamp should turn off after a few driving trips. If the turn off after a few driving trips, have the vehicle inspected by an INFINITI dealer. You donot need tohave your vehicle towed to the dealer.

O Malfunction indicator lamp blinking —

An engine misfire has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To reduce or avoid emission control system damage:

a) Do not drive at speeds above 45

MPH (72 km/h).

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b) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera-

tion. c) Avoid steep uphill grades. d) If possible, reduce the amount of

cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator lamp may

stop blinking and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected by an

INFINITI dealer. You do not need to have your vehicle towed to the dealer.

CAUTION

Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system.

Slip indicator light

This indicator will blink when the VDC system or the traction control system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface isslippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits.

Snow mode switch indicator light

When selecting SNOW mode while the engine is running, this light will illuminate. See “Snow mode switch” in the “2. Instruments and controls” section.

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on.

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator light

The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates the VDC system and traction control system are not operating. When the VDCoff indicator lightand slip indicator light come on with the VDC system turned on, this light alerts the driver to the fact that the VDC system’s fail-safe mode is operating, i.e. the VDC system may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the VDC system function will be canceled but the vehicle is still driveable. For additional information, see “Vehicledynamic control (VDC)

system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS Key reminder chime

The chime will sound if the driver’s side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch (ignition switch is turned off). Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chime

The headlights will turn off when the front door is opened with the light switch on unless the ignition switch is in the ON position, or in the case of a model with the Intelligent Key, when the ignition switch is not in the LOCK position.

When you turn the headlight switch ON again after the lights automatically turn off and when you open the driver’s door, the lights will not turnoff automatically anda chimewill sound instead. See the battery saver system under “Headlight switch” in this section for details. Make sure to turn the light switch off when you leave the vehicle.

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SECURITY SYSTEMS

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) chime (if so equipped)

If the vehicle is traveling close to either the left or the right of a traveling lane with detectable lane markers, the LDW system will blink the LDW indicator light and a chime sound.

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Your vehicle has two types of security systems:

O Vehicle security system O INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System

The condition of the security indicator light shows the status of the Vehicle Security System and the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

The vehicle security system provides visual and audio alarm signals if someone opens the doors, hood, or lift gate 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 components in all situations. Always secure your vehicle even if parking for a brief period. Never leave your keys in the vehicle, and always lock the vehicle 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 dealer may also offer such equipment. Check withyour insurance company tosee if youmay be eligible for discounts for various theft protection features.

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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. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3. Close and lock all doors and the hood. Lock all doors by pushing the lock

button on the keyfob, Intelligent Key or the front door handle request switch or by using the key.

When using the remote keyless entry, the hazard indicators will operate as shown in “Remote keyless entry system” or “Intelligent Key system” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments” section.

4. Confirm that the SECURITY indicator

Even when the driver and/or passengers are in the vehicle, the system will activate with all doors and the hood locked and ignition key off. Turn the ignition key to ACC to turn the system off.

light

comes on. The SECURITY indicator light onds and then blinks. The system is now activated. If, duringthis 30 second time period, the dooris unlocked by the key or the remote keyless entry, or the ignition key is turned to ACC or ON, the system will not be armed.

glows for about 30 sec-

Vehicle security system activation

The security system will give the following alarm:

O The headlights blink and the horn

sounds intermittently.

O The alarm automatically turns off after

approximately 1 minute. However, the alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again.The alarm can be shut off by unlocking a door with the key, or by pressing the UNLOCK button on the

electronic ignition key. The alarm is activated by: O Opening the door without using the key

or remote keyless entry. O Opening the lift gate without using the

key or remote keyless entry. O Opening the hood.

How to stop an activated alarm

The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door with the key, by pressing the door handle request switch or by pressing the UNLOCK button on the keyfob or Intelligent Key. The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON.

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If the system does not operate as described above, have it checked by an INFINITI dealer.

INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM

The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of the registered key.

If the engine fails to start using the registered key (for example, when interference is caused by another registered key, an automated toll road device or automated payment device onthe key ring), restart the engine using the following procedures:

1. Leave the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 5 seconds.

2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position and wait approximately 10 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2.

4. Restart the engine while holdingthe device (which may have caused the interference) separate from the registered key.

If this procedure allows the engine to start, INFINITI recommends placing the registered key on a separate key ring to avoidinterference from otherdevices.

Statement related to section 15 of FCC rules for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System (CONT ASSY-BCM, ANT ASSYIMMOBILISER)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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 of the device.

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

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Security indicator light

The security indicator light ever the ignition key is removed for 5 seconds after the ignition switch is in the OFF position (mechanical key) or the ignition switch is in the LOCK position (Intelligent Key). This function indicates the security systems equipped on the vehicle are operational.

If a non-registered key is in the ignition switch, the indicator light comes on.

blinks when-

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If 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, see an INFINITI dealer for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System service as soon as possible. Please bring all electronic ignition keys that you have when visiting an INFINITI dealer for service.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

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ally. See “How to use the SETTING button” in the “4. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio systems” section.

Low (LO) — continuous low speed op-

eration

High (HI) — continuous high speedopera-

tion

Push the leverup eration (MIST) of the wiper.

Pull the lever toward you washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times.

to have onesweep op-

to operate the

The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Push the lever downto operate the wiper at the following speed:

Intermittent (INT) — intermittent opera-

tion can be adjusted by turning the knob toward Also, the intermittent operation speed varies in accordance with the vehicle speed. (For example, when the vehicle speed is high, the intermittent operation speed will be faster.) You can switch this function on and off manu-

(Slower) or

(Faster).

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield.

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REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

CAUTION

O Do not operate the washer continuously

for more than 30 seconds.

O Do not operate the washer if the reser-

voir tank is empty.

O Do not fill the window washer reservoir

tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength.Some methyl alcohol based washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reservoir tank.

O Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with

water to the manufacturer’s recommended levels before pouring the fluid into the window washer reservoir tank. Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water.

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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.

Intermittent (INT) — intermittent opera-

tion (not adjustable)

Low (ON) — continuous low speed op-

eration

Push the switch forward washer. Then the wiper will also operate several times.

to operate the

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the window and obscure your vision. Warm the rear window with the defroster before you wash the rear window.

CAUTION

O If the rear window wiper operation is in-

terrupted 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 switchON againto operatethe wiper.

O Do not operate the washer continuously

for more than 30 seconds.

O Do not operate the washer if reservoir

tank is empty.

O Do not fill the window washer reservoir

tank with washer fluid concentrates at full strength.Some methyl alcohol based

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washer fluid concentrates may permanently stain the grille if spilled while filling the window washer reservoir tank.

O Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with

REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH

SIC3072

To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors, start the engine and push the switch on

will come on. Push the switch again to

turn the defroster off. It will automatically turn off in approxi-

mately 15 minutes.

. The indicator light

CAUTION

HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

XENON HEADLIGHTS

WARNING

HIGH VOLTAGE

O When xenon headlights are on, they pro-

duce a high voltage. To prevent an electric shock, never attempt to modify or disassemble. Always have your xenon headlights replaced at an INFINITI dealer.

O Xenon headlights provide considerably

more light than conventional headlights. If they are not correctly aimed, they might temporarily blind an oncoming driver or the driver ahead of you and cause a serious accident. If headlights are not aimed correctly, immediately take your vehicle to an INFINITI dealer and have the headlights adjusted correctly.

When cleaning the inner side of the rear window, be careful not to scratch or damage the rear window defroster.

When the xenon headlight is initially turned on, its brightness or color varies slightly. However, the color and brightness will soon stabilize.

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O The life of xenon headlights will be

shortened by frequent on-off operation. It is generally desirable not to turn off the headlights for short intervals (for example, when the vehicle stops at a traffic signal). Even when the daytime running lights are active (Canada only), the xenon headlights do not turn on. This way the life of the xenon headlights is not reduced.

O If the xenon headlight bulb is close to

burning out, the brightness will drastically decrease, the light will start blinking, or the color of the light will become reddish. If one or more of the above signs appear, contact an INFINITI dealer.

HEADLIGHT SWITCH

Type A

Lighting

Turn the switch to the position:

The front park, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights will come on.

Turn the switch to the position:

Headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on.

SIC3120

Type B

SIC1961

CAUTION

Use the headlights with the engine running to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

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The autolight system can turn on the headlights automatically whenit is dark,turn off the headlights when it is light, and keep the headlights on for up to 45 seconds after you turn the switch to OFF and open any door then close all the doors.

If the ignition switch is turned OFF and one of the doors is openedand this condition is continued, the headlights remain ON for 5 minutes.

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Autolight system (if so equipped)

The autolight system allows the headlights to be set so they turn on and off automatically.

To set the autolight system:

1. Make sure the headlight switch is inthe AUTO position.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.

3. The autolight system automatically turns the headlights on and off.

To turn the autolight system off, turn the switch to the OFF,

,or position.

Be sure not to put anything on top of the photo sensor hand side of the instrument panel. The photo sensor controls the autolight; if it is covered, the photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and the headlights will illuminate.

located on the top left-

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Battery saver system

O When the headlight switch is in the

O When the headlight switch remains in

SIC3122 SIC2141

or position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position.

the lights automatically turn off, the lights will turn on for 5 minutes when the headlight switch is turned to the OFF position and then turn to the

or position after the

position.

Headlight beam select

To select the low beam, put the lever in

the neutral position as shown.

To select the high beam, push the lever

forward. Pull it back to select the low beam.

Pulling the lever toward you will flash

the headlight high beam.

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CAUTION

Even though the battery saver feature automatically turns off the headlights after a period of time, you should turn the headlight switch tothe OFFposition when theengine is not running to avoid discharging the battery.

Headlight aiming control

Depending on the number of occupants in the vehicle and the load it is carrying, the headlight axis may be higher than desired. If the vehicle is traveling on a hilly road, the headlights may directlyhit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield of the oncoming vehicle. The light axis can be lowered with the operation of the switch.

The larger the number designated on the switch, the lower the axis.

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When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat road, select position 0.

WARNING

Xenon headlights are extremely bright compared to conventional headlights. If the xenon headlights hit the rearview mirror of the vehicle ahead or the windshield of the oncoming vehicle, the driver of these vehicles may have difficulty driving because of the brightness. Use the headlight aiming control switch to lower the light axis. See “Xenon headlights” earlier inthis section for additional information.

DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT SYSTEM (CANADA ONLY)

The daytime runninglights automatically illuminate when the engine is started with the parking brake released. The daytime running lights operate with the headlight switch in the OFF position or in the

position.

If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illuminate. The daytime run-

ning lights illuminate once the parking brake is released. The daytime running lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off.

The daytime running light may come on after turning the key to the OFF position and immediately turning it to the ON position. This is not a malfunction.

The daytime running light will be turned off when the headlight switch is turned to the AUTO or

The daytime running light will remain on until the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or OFF position.

Turn the fog light switch to the tion to turn the fog light ONwhen driving at night if necessary.

position.

posi-

WARNING

When the daytime running light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others.

SIC2140

INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL

The instrument brightnesscontrol operates when the light switch is in the

position.

To adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights, press the control switches located on the left side of the meter panel. Pressing the upper switch the lights. The lower switch lights. Repeatedly pressing the lower switch will turn the lights off.

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will brighten

dims the

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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

SIC3123 SIC3057 SIC2574

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Turn signal

Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically.

Lane change signal

To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing.

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FOG LIGHT SWITCH

To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight switch to the switch to the off, turn the switch to the OFF position.

The headlights must be on and the low beams selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog lights automatically turn off when the high beam headlights are selected.

position, then turn the

position. To turn them

Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. All turn signal lights will flash.

Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving.

WARNING

O If stopping for an emergency, be sure to

move the vehicle well off the road.

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O Do not use the hazard warning flashers

while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstancesforce you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic.

O Turn signals do not work when the

hazard warning flasher lights are on.

The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch either off or on.

HORN HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)

SIC2143 SIC2793

To sound the horn, push around the horn marks of the steering wheel.

WARNING

Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so could affect proper operation of the supplemental front air bag system. Tampering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury.

The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches locatedon the center console can be operated independently (driver side seat

seat

) of each other.

1. Start the engine.

2. Select heat range.

For low heat, push the (Low)

side of the switch.

For high heat, push the (High)

side of the switch.

For no heat, the switch has a center

OFF position between low andhigh.

and front passenger

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The indicator light in the switch illuminate when low or high is selected.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning the heater on and off. The indicator light will remain on as long as the switch is on.

3. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed, or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch to the off position (center)

will

CAUTION

O The battery could run down if the seat

heater is operated while the engine is not running.

O Do not use the seat heater for extended

periods or when no one is using the seat.

O Do not putanything on the seat which in-

sulates heat, such as a blanket, cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat may become overheated.

O 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.

O Any liquid spilled on the heated seat

should be removed immediately with a dry cloth.

O When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-

line, benzine, thinner, or any similar materials.

O If any abnormalities are found or the

heated seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SWITCH (if so equipped)

SIC2554

The Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system will blink an indicator light on the instrument panel and sound a chime to alert the driver if the vehicle is traveling close to either the left or the right of the traveling lane.

The system comes on automatically in its automatic mode when the ignition switch is turned on.

To cancel the LDW system, push the LDW switch system ON indicator

to turn off the system. The LDW

will go off.

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Push the LDW switch again or restart the engine to turn the system on. Modes can be changed to automatic mode or manual mode by pushing and holding the LDW switch for more than 4 seconds while the LDW system ON indicator is off. See “Lane departure warning (LDW)system” in the“5. Starting and driving” section.

SNOW MODE SWITCH

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH

SSD0351 SIC1881

For driving or starting the vehicle on snowy roads or slippery areas, turn on the SNOW mode switch and the SNOW indicator light on the meter panel will illuminate. When the SNOW mode is activated, engine output is controlled to avoid wheel spin.

The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) System on for most driving conditions.

If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output to reduce wheel spin. The engine RPM will be reduced even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system off.

To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF switch. The on.

indicator will come

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Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See “Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

CLOCK POWER OUTLET

O The outlet and plug may be hot during or

immediately after use.

O This power outlet is not designed for use

with a cigarette lighter unit.

O Do not use with accessories that exceed

a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical accessory.

SIC2772

If the power supply is disconnected, the clock will not indicate the correct time. Readjust the time.

ADJUSTING THE TIME

1. To set the clock forward, push the button

2. To set the clock backward, push the button

3. To move forward or backward faster, push and hold the button more than 5 seconds.

O Use power outlets with the engine run-

ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

O Avoid using power outlets when the air

conditioner, climate controlled seat, headlights or rear window defroster is on.

O Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,

be sure to turn off the power switch of the electrical accessory being used or the ACC power of the vehicle.

O Push the plug in as far as it will go. If

good contact is not made, the plug may

CAUTION

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overheat orthe internaltemperaturefuse may open.

O When not in use, be sure to close the

cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet.

The power outlet is for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones.

Console

SIC2144

SIC3073

Front

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STORAGE

CAUTION

O Do not use for anything other than sun-

glasses.

O Do not leave sunglasses in the sun-

glasses holder while parking in direct sunlight. The heat may damage the sunglasses.

Rear

Luggage room

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SIC3124

SIC2146

SIC1844A

SUNGLASSES HOLDER

The sunglasses holder can be opened by pushing the button

WARNING

O The sunglasses holder should not be

used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

O Keep the sunglasses holder closed while

driving to prevent an accident.

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SIC3125

STORAGE BOX

WARNING

The storage box should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

To open, push the storage box lid lustrated.

Do not place valuable items in the storage box.

Do not use the storage box as an ashtray.

as il-

CUP HOLDERS

WARNING

The cup holder should not be used while driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

CAUTION

O Avoid abrupt starting and braking when

the cup holder is being used to prevent spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it can scald you or your passenger.

O Use only soft cups in the cup holder.

Hard objects can injure you in an accident.

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SIC3118 SIC2149 SIC1888A

Front cup holder

To open the cup holder, push the lid The flap will befolded down when inserting

a large container. To close, lower the cup holder lid and push

it down lightly. To clean thefront cup holder,pull up the in-

side tray The cup holder isnot designed tostore per-

sonal effects.

and remove it.

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Rear cup holder

Push the cup holder opener switch to draw out the rear cup holder.

GLOVE BOX

To open the glove box, pull the handle To close, push the lid in until the lock

latches. To lock

the master key, mechanical key or wallet key.

or unlock

the glove box, use

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