Infiniti G35 2003 User Manual

Foreword

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

The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The caritself is important,but so isthe sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI — from the way it looks and drives to the high level of retailer service.

To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the fullest, we encourageyou toread 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. Always carry it with you when you take your INFINITI to an authorized retailer. 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 your INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at 1-800-662-6200. In Hawaii 1-808-836-0888 (Oahu number). In Canada 1-800-361-4792. Thank you.

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 and comfortable trip for you 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.

O Always use your seat belts and appro-

priate 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 important safety information.

MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

This vehicle should not be 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 notbe covered under INFINITI warranties.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING

Engine exhaust, someof 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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Table of

Illustrated table of contents

Contents

Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental air bags

Instruments and controls Pre-driving checks and adjustments 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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Exterior...................................................................... 0-2

Sedan................................................................... 0-2

Coupe................................................................... 0-3

Passenger compartment........................................... 0-4

Sedan................................................................... 0-4

Coupe................................................................... 0-5

Instrument panel ....................................................... 0-6

Meters and gauges ................................................... 0-7

Engine compartment locations.................................. 0-8

EXTERIOR

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SEDAN

1. Engine hood (Page 3-9)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-18)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-17)

4. Windshield (P.8-19)

5. Sunroof (P.2-37)

6. Power windows (P.2-34)

7. Towing hook (P.6-12)

8. Fog light switch (P.2-22)

9. Front side marker light (P.8-29)

10. Tire pressure (P.8-33)

11. Flat tire (P.6-2)

12. Tire chains (P.8-38)

13. Mirrors (P.3-16)

14. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P.3-3)

15. Trunk lid (P.3-10)

16. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-11)

17. Rear window defogger switch (P.2-18)

18. Fuel filler lid (P.3-12)

19. Rear combination light (P.8-29)

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

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COUPE

1. Engine hood (P.3-9)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-18)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-17)

4. Windshield (P.8-19)

5. Sunroof (P.2-37)

6. Power windows (P.2-34)

7. Towing hook (P.6-12)

8. Fog light switch (P.2-22)

9. Front side marker light (P.8-29)

10. Tire pressure (P.8-33)

11. Flat tire (P.6-2)

12. Tire chains (P.8-38)

13. Mirrors (P.3-16)

14. Door locks, keyfob, keys (P.3-3)

15. Trunk lid (P.3-10)

16. Interior trunk lid release (P.3-11)

17. Rear window defogger switch (P.2-18)

18. Fuel filler lid (P.3-12)

19. Rear combination light (P.8-29)

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

SEDAN

1. Automatic anti-glare mirror, HomeLink (P.3-16, 2-40)

2. Interior lights (P.2-39)

3. Sun visors (P.3-15)

4. Power windows (P.2-34)

5. Front seat (P.1-2)

6. Rear cup holders (P.2-30)

7. Interior trunk access (P.1-8)

8. Front cup holders (P.2-29)

9. Console box (P.2-31)

10. Rear seat (P.1-7)

11. LATCH system (P.1-40)

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COUPE

1. Automatic anti-glare mirror, HomeLink (P.3-16, 2-40)

2. Interior lights (P.2-39)

3. Sun visors (P.3-15)

4. Power windows (P.2-34)

5. Front seat (P.1-2)

6. Coat hook (P.2-33)

7. Interior trunk access (P.1-8)

8. Parking brake (MT models) (P.5-15)

9. Front cup holders (P.2-29)

10. Console box (P.2-31)

11. Rear cup holders (P.2-29)

12. Rear seat (P.1-7)

13. LATCH system (P.1-40)

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-18)

2. Steering switch for audio control (P.4-17)

3. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-11)/Horn (P.2-23)

4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3)

5. Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-16)

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6. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-17)

7. Center ventilator (P.4-2)

8. Center display - Compass (P.2-6), Air conditioner (P.4-3), Ambient temperature (P.4-5)

9. Rear window and outside mirror (if so equipped) defogger switch (P.2-18)

10. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)

11. Clock (P.2-26)

12. Navigation system* (if so equipped)

13. Security indicator light (P.2-15)

14. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-11)

15. Upper glove box (Except for Navigation system equipped models) (P.2-31)

16. Side window defogger

17. Side ventilator (P.4-2)

18. Hood lock release handle (P.3-9)

19. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-21)

20. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-11)

21. VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) OFF switch (P.2-25)

22. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-16)

23. Fuse box (P.8-23)

24. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-15)

25. Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-6)

26. Cigarette lighter (P.2-27)

27. Ashtray (P.2-27)/Pocket

28. Radio/cassette player (P.4-6)/CD player (P.4-8)

29. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-23)

30. Heated seat switch (P.2-24)

31. Snow mode switch (if so equipped) (P.2-25)

32. Power outlet (P.2-26)

33. Glove box (P.2-30)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.

METERS AND GAUGES

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

2. Speedometer (P.2-3)

3. Tachometer (P.2-4)

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

5. Automatic transmission position indicator

(P.5-9)

6. Odometer (Total/Twin trip) (P.2-3)

7. Reset knob for trip odometer (P.2-3)

8. Fuel gauge (P.2-5)

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT LOCATIONS

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1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-23)

2. Battery (P.8-16)

3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10)

4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-14)

5. Clutch fluid reservoir (P.8-14)

6. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-13)

7. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-8)

8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir (P.8-15)

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

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

11. Air cleaner (P.8-19)

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1 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-

mental air bags

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

Front manual seat adjustment ............................. 1-2

Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ..... 1-4

Rear seat adjustment ........................................... 1-7

Head restraint adjustment .................................. 1-10

Active head restraint (front seats)...................... 1-10

Supplemental restraint system................................ 1-11

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system................................................................ 1-11

Supplemental air bag warning labels................. 1-23

Supplemental air bag warning light.................... 1-23

Seat belts ................................................................ 1-25

Precautions on seat belt usage ......................... 1-25

Child safety......................................................... 1-28

Pregnant women ................................................ 1-28

Injured persons................................................... 1-29

Three-point type seat belt with retractor............ 1-29

Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-32

Seat belt maintenance ....................................... 1-32

Child restraints ........................................................ 1-33

Precautions on child restraints........................... 1-33

Installation on rear seat outboard or center

positions ............................................................. 1-35

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)

system................................................................ 1-40

Top tether strap child restraint .......................... 1-41

Installation on front passenger seat................... 1-43

SEATS

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FRONT MANUAL SEAT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING

O Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

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

O After adjustment, gently rock in the

seat to make sure it is securely locked.

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 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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Forward and backward

Pull the lever up while you slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Release the lever to lock the seat in position.

Reclining

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward again, pull the lever and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

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

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Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver’s seat)

Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion to the desired position.

FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

WARNING

O Do not adjust the driver’s seat while

driving so full attention may be given to vehicle operation.

O Do not leave children unattended in-

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

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Forward and backward (Sedan)

Operating tips

O The seat motor has an auto-reset overload

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

O Do not operate the power seat for a long

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

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

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

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Reclining (Sedan)

Move the recline switch backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

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Forward and backward (Coupe)

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

Tilting and reclining (Coupe)

To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and lean back. To bring the seatback forward again, pull the lever up and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward.

To access the rear seat, pull the lever up. The reclining feature allows adjustment of the

seatback for occupants of different sizes to help obtain proper seat belt fit. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” later in this section.) Also, the seatback may be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.

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The driver’s seatback can also be tilted forward by firmly pulling the strap.

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Seatback lever (Coupe, front passenger side)

The seatback lever can be used in the same way as the reclining lever on the side of the seat from the driver’s seat.

Walk-in mechanism (Coupe)

O When the seatback lever or the reclining

lever on the side of the seat is pulled upward, the seatback will tilt down, moving the seat forward. This makes it easierto get in and out of the rear seat.

O To return the seat to its original position,

raise the seatback and lock the seat. The seat will return to its original position.

O The front passenger seat will stop at 7 in

(175 mm) from its front most position to retain space for the rear passenger.

CAUTION

O When returning the seat to itsoriginal

position, confirm the seat and seatback are locked properly.

O Be careful not to pinch your hand or

foot or bump your head when operating the walk-in seat. The seatback will fold down rapidly.

O Do not put any objects in front or rear

of the seat. They may be pinched and damaged.

The automatic forwarding and reversing will not work or stop under the following conditions:

O When the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH (7

km/h).

O When the seat belt is fastened. O When the selector lever is not in the P

(Park) position (Automatic transmission model’s driver’s seat) or the parking brake is not applied (Manual transmission model’s driver’s seat)

O When the door is closed. O When the slide adjusting switch is oper-

ated.

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Seat lifter (Driver’s seat)

Pull the switch up or push it down to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion.

Lumbar support (Driver’s seat)

The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.

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REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT Reclining (if so equipped)

Pull the reclining lever and position the seat back at the desired angle. Release the reclining lever after positioning the seat at the desired angle.

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 “Seat belts” later in this section for precautions on seat belt usage.

O After adjustment, check to be sure

the seat is securely locked.

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Armrest (if so equipped)

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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Interior trunk access

Sedan:

Pull the partitiondown to access the trunk from the rear seat.

The partition can be locked using the master key to prevent unauthorized access.

Remove the key while opening or closing the partition. Otherwise, the partition may be damaged.

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Coupe:

Pull the handle on the left side of the trunk and push the seatback forward to access the trunk from the rear seat.

WARNING

Properly secure allcargo to helpprevent 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.

When raising the seatback, make sure to lock the seatback. The pop up knob on the seatback will latch in when the seatback is locked.

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HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT

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

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

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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WARNING

ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (front seats)

WARNING

O Always adjust the head restraints

properly 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 can prevent all injuries in any accident.

O Do not attach anything to the head

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

The 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 of the forces that may lead to whiplash type injuries.

Active head restraints are effective 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. Afterthe collision, thehead restraints return to their original positions.

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

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, front seat side-impact supplemental air bags, curtain air bags and front seat pre-tensioner seat belts.

Supplemental front impact air bag system:

This system can help cushion the impact force to the face 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 air bag system: This system can help cushion the

impact force to the head of occupants in front and rear outboard seating positions in certain side impact collisions. The curtain side-impact air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted.

These supplemental restraint systems are designed to supplement the crash protection

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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” later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.)

After turning the ignition key 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.

WARNING

O The supplemental front air bags ordi-

narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, roll over, 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 seat belts and the supplemental

front air bags are mosteffective when

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you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Front air bags inflate with great force. 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 air bag system monitors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.

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 or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold 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 frontair bags, side air bags or curtain sideimpact air bags inflate if they are not properly restrained. Preteens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat if possible.

O Also never install a rear facing child

restraint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. For additional information, see “Child restraints” later in this section.

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WARNING

Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag:

O The supplemental side air bag and

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

O The seat belts, the supplemental side

air bag and curtain side-impact air bag are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain side-impact air bag inflate with great 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 seat or rear outboard seats

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to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations.

O When sitting in the rear seat, do not

hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the supplemental side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained.

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O Do not use seat covers on the front

seatbacks. They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation.

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