Infiniti Q45 2005 User Manual
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 also is the 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 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
is included in your Owner’s literature
portfolio. Always carry it with you when
you take your vehicle to an INFINITI
dealer. The Warranty Information
Booklet contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this
vehicle, the requirements 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:
In U.S. 1-800-662-6200.
In Canada 1-800-361-4792.
READ FIRST — THEN DRIVE SAFELY
Before driving your vehicle, 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 alco-
hol 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. Pre-teen
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 modification will
not be covered under the 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 thatcould cause deathor 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 proceduresmust
be followed carefully.
SIC0697
If you seethis 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, 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, certainfluids
contained in vehicles and certain productsof
component wear contain or emit chemicals
known to theState of California to causecancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
© 2005 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s
Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by
any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the
prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co.,
Ltd.
TOKYO, JAPAN
Table of
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Contents
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio and voice-activated control 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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3
4
5
6
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10
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Exterior front .................................................... 0-2
Exterior rear ..................................................... 0-3
Instrument panel ............................................. 0-4
Meters and gauges........................................... 0-5
Engine compartment check locations................ 0-6
EXTERIOR FRONT
1. Hood (Page 3-9)
2. Headlight and turn signal switch
(P.2-22)/Bulb replacement (P.8-27)
3. Windshield wiper and washer switch
(P.2-20)/Wiper replacement (P.8-20)
4. Interior light (P.2-43)
5. Sunroof (P.2-40)
6. Power windows (P.2-38)
7. Tires
— Wheel and tires (P.8-31, P.9-9)
— Flat tire (P.6-2)
8. Mirrors (P.3-18)
9. Doors
— Keys (P.3-2)
— Door locks (P.3-4)
— Electronic key (P.3-6)
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SSI0054
EXTERIOR REAR
1. High-mounted stop light (P.8-28)
2. Side marker, Stop/Tail, Turn signal
light (Bulb replacement) (P.8-28)
3. Rear window defroster switch (P.2-22)
4. Fuel filler lid (P.3-15)/Fuel recommendation (P.9-3)
5. Trunk lid (P.3-10)
6. Child safety locks (P.3-6)
SSI0055
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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SIC2403
1. Side ventilator (P.4-12)
2. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-19)
3. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch
(P.2-22)
4. Steering wheel switch for audio con-
trol (P.4-33)
5. Meters and gauges (P.2-3)
6. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-33)
7. Cruise control main/set switch
(P.5-14)
Intelligent cruise control switch
(P.5-16)
8. Windshield wiper/washer switch
(P.2-20)
9. Ignition switch (P.5-6)
10.Security indicator light (P.2-17)
11.Center ventilator (P.4-12)
12.Hazard warning flasher switch
(P.2-27)
13.Display, Climate and Audio control
switches/buttons (P.4-2)/Navigation
system*
14.Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P.1-33)
15.Instrument brightness control (P.2-26)
16.Vehicle dynamic control OFF switch
(P.2-32)
17.Hood release handle (P.3-9)
18.Active damper suspension mode
selector (P.2-31)
19.Tilting/telescopic steering wheel
switch (P.3-16)
20.Fuse box cover (P.8-23)
21.Parking brake pedal/parking brake
release pedal (P.5-14)
22.CD changer (P.4-31)
23.Cigarette lighter and ashtray (P.2-33)
24.Clock (P.2-32)
25.Cassette deck (P.4-29)
26.Glove box (P.2-36)
27.Canceling the power to the trunk
switch (P.3-11)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation
System Owner’s Manual.
METERS AND GAUGES
SIC2404
1. Engine coolant temperature gauge
(P.2-5)
2. Warming/indicator lights (P.2-10)
3. Fuel gauge (P.2-6)
4. Odometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-4)
5. Speedometer (P.2-4)
6. Cruise control system/Intelligent
cruise control system display (P.2-14)
7. Tachometer (P.2-5)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-23)
2. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-11)
3. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-14)
4. Coolant reservoir (P.8-9)
5. Battery (P.8-16)
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
(P.8-15)
7. Radiator filler cap (P.8-10)
8. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-11)
9. Air cleaner (P.8-19)
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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental
restraint system
Seats................................................................ 1-2
Front power seat adjustment....................... 1-2
Rear power seat adjustment (if so
equipped) ................................................... 1-4
Head restraint ............................................. 1-5
Active head restraint (front seats)............... 1-6
Seat belts......................................................... 1-6
Precautions on seat belt usage................... 1-6
Child safety................................................. 1-9
Pregnant women ....................................... 1-10
Injured persons ........................................ 1-10
Pre-crash seat belts (front seats) .............. 1-10
Three-point type seat belt ......................... 1-11
Seat belt extenders................................... 1-14
Seat belt maintenance .............................. 1-14
Child restraints............................................... 1-15
Precautions on child restraints.................. 1-15
Child restraint installation on rear seat center
or outboard positions ............................... 1-17
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
SYSTEM..................................................... 1-22
Top tether strap child restraint ................. 1-24
Child restraint installation on front passenger
seat .......................................................... 1-25
Booster seats ................................................. 1-28
Precautions on booster seats .................... 1-28
Booster seat installation on rear seat center or
outboard positions.................................... 1-31
Booster seat installation on front passenger
seat .......................................................... 1-32
Supplemental restraint system ....................... 1-33
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ...................................................... 1-33
Supplemental air bag warning labels........ 1-44
Supplemental air bag warning light .......... 1-44
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.
SSS0133B
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.
FRONT POWER 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 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 seat for a
long period of time when the engine is
off. This will discharge the battery.
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SPA1273C SPA1275A
Forward and backward
Moving the switch
will slide the seat forward or backward to
the desired position.
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forward or backward
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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
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backward until
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seat belt usage” later in this section.) The
seatback may also be reclined to allow occupants to rest when the vehicle is parked.
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-3
Seat lifter
Push the front or rear end of the switch up
or down to adjust the angle and height of
the seat.
SPA1276 SSS0324 SPA1586C
Lumbar support (driver’s seat)
The lumbar support feature provides
lower back support to the driver. Move
the lower part of the switch forward or
backward to adjust the seat lumbar area.
REAR POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT
(if so equipped)
Forward and backward
Push the switch to move the seat forward
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or backward
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tinuously while the switch is being
pushed.
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. The seats move con-
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Entry/exit assist (automatic
return) (if so equipped)
Pushing the ON side
cated on the rear armrest, the automatic
return function will activate.
When a rear door is opened, the rear seat
of the corresponding side automatically
slides all the way back, facilitating ease
of entry and exit.
Pushing the CANCEL side
will deactivate the automatic return function.
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of the switch lo-
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2
of the switch
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Automatic reverse operation (for
automatic drive positioner system)
When the driver’s seat is moved backward
by the automatic drive positioner system,
the rear left side seat will automatically
move backward when it is reclined, even
if the rear seat automatic return switch is
in the CANCEL position.
This operation maintains rear passenger
foot and knee space.
HEAD RESTRAINT
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.
SSS0228A SSS0287
To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
To lower, push the lock knob
the head restraint down.
To adjust the head restraint angle
push it in the direction required (except
rear center seat head restraint).
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and push
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Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-5
Adjust the head restraints as illustrated
so the center is level with the center of
your ears.
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,
SEAT BELTS
SPA1278
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 can
prevent 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 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. After the collision, the head restraints return to their
original positions.
Properly adjust the active head restraints
as described in the previous section.
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 of your passengers
to buckle up every time you drive, even if
your seating position includes a supplemental air bag.
Most U.S. states and Canadian provinces
or territories specify that seat belts be
worn at all times when a vehicle is being
driven.
1-6 Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
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
SSS0136A
the chance 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 belt behind 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
could increase 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
continuously while the ignition is
turned ON with all doors closed and all
seat belts fastened, it may indicate a
malfunction in the system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI dealer.
O Once the pre-tensioner seat belt has
activated, it cannot be reused and must
be replaced together with the retractor.
See your INFINITI dealer.
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-7
SSS0134A SSS0016
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 collision was minor and the
belts show no damage and continue to
Seat belt assemblies not in use during
a collision should also be inspected
and replaced if either damage or 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.
operate properly.
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SSS0014
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 specialprotection.
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 system (air
bag system) for the front passenger. See
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-9
“Supplemental restraint system” earlier 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
weight between 20 lbs (9 kg) and 40 lbs
(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 restraint thatfits
your vehicle and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and
use.
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 between 40 lbs (18 kg) and
80 lbs (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 threepoint 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.
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 low as possible around the
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 injured persons use seat belts, depending on the injury. Check with your doctor for specific
recommendations.
WARNING
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PRE-CRASH SEAT BELTS (front
seats)
The pre-crash seat belt tightens the seat
belt to help restrain front seat occupants
under emergency braking. This can help
reduce the risk of injury when a collision
occurs.
Pre-crash seat belts will not activate
when:
O the brake pedal is not depressed
O the seat belt is not fastened
O the shift lever is in the reverse posi-
tion
O the vehicle speed is under 10 mph (15
km/h)
Always wear your seat belt correctly and
sit upright and well back.
If the seat belt warning light blinks even
if the seat belt is fastened, it may indicate
the pre-crash seat belt system has a malfunction. Have your INFINITI dealer check
and repair the system.
THREE-POINT TYPE SEAT BELT
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, 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
SSS0292
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.
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.
Rear seat
SSS0293
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.
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-11
WARNING
When fastening the seat belts, be certain
that seatbacks are completely secured in the
latched position. If they are not completely
secured, passengers may be injured in an accident or sudden stop.
3. Position the lap belt portion low and
Front seat
snug on the hips as shown.
4. Pull the shoulder belt portion toward
the retractor to take up extra slack.
Make 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 restraint installation. It is referred to as the
automatic locking mode or child restraint
mode.
SSS0290
When the automatic locking mechanism is
activated the seat belt cannot be extended
again until the seatbelt tongue is detached
from the buckle and fully retracted. Once
retracted, the seat belt is in the emergency
locking mode. 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 an occupant, the locking mode should not be activated. If it is activated it may cause uncomfortable seat belt tension.
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Rear seat
SSS0291A
To increase your confidence in the seat
belts, check the operation as follows:
O grasp the shoulder belt and pull for-
ward quickly. The retractor should lock
and restrict further belt movement.
If the retractor does not lock during this
check or if you have any question about
belt operation, see your INFINITI dealer.
SSS0326 SPA1836
Unfastening the seat belts
To unfasten the belt, push 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 by two separate
methods:
O when the belt is pulled quickly from
the retractor.
O when the vehicle slows down rapidly.
Center of rear seat
Selecting correct set of seat belts:
The center seat belt buckle is identified
by the CENTER mark
belt tongue can be fastened only into the
center seat belt buckle.
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. The center seat
Shoulder belt height adjustment
(front seats)
The shoulder belt anchor height should
be adjusted to the position best for you.
See earlier in “Seat belts” for precautions
on seat belt usage.
WARNING
O After adjustment, release the adjust-
ment button and try to move the shoulder belt anchor up and down to make
sure it is 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 in an accident.
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To adjust, push the button
move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired position, so that the belt passes
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 button to lock the shoulder belt
anchor into position.
SEAT BELT EXTENDERS
If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the
lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available. The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and
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, and then
may be used for either the driver or front
passenger seating position. See your
INFINITI dealer for assistance if the extender is required.
WARNING
O Only INFINITI belt extenders, made by
the same company which made the
original equipment seat belts, should
be used with the 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 non-caustic
solution recommended for gently
cleaning cloth upholstery or carpets.
CHILD RESTRAINTS
Then brush it, wipe 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 are
found, the entire belt assembly should
be replaced.
PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD
RESTRAINTS
WARNING
O Infants and small children should al-
ways 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 re-
straint in the front seat. An inflating
supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rearfacing child restraint must only be used
in the rear seat.
O INFINITI recommends that the child re-
straint be installed in the rear seat.
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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 webbingmounted attachments that can be connected to these lower anchors. For details, see “LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tether 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 system, keep the following points in
mind:
O Choose only a restraint with a label
certifying that it complies with Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
O Check the child restraint in your vehicle
to be sureit is compatible withthe 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 or
territories 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 occupantsof 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, butas 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 CENTER OR
OUTBOARD POSITIONS
Front facing
WARNING
O The three-point belt in your vehicle is
equipped with an automatic locking
mode retractor which must beused when
installing a child restraint.
O Failure to use the retractor’s 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.
When you install a front facing child restraint in a rear outboard or center seat,
follow these steps:
Rear outboard seat
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1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
Rear center seat
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2. 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
in a secure place. Be sure to install the
head restraint when the child restraint
is removed. If theseating position does
not have an adjustable head restraint
and it is interfering with the proper
child restraint fit, try another seating
position or a different child restraint.
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3. 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.
4. 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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5. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on
the shoulder belt toremove any slack in
the belt.
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6. 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), pull againon
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.
7. Check that the retractor is in the auto-
matic locking mode by trying to pull
more seat belt out of the retractor. If
you cannot pull any moreseat belt webbing out of the retractor, the retractor is
in the automatic locking mode.
8. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each
use. If the seat belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 7.
After the child restraint is removed and the
seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic
locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.
Rear facing
WARNING
O The three-point belt in your vehicle is
equipped with an automatic locking
mode retractor which must beused when
installing a child restraint.
O Failure to use the retractor’s locking
mode will result in the child restraint not
being properly secured. The re-
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straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a
sudden stop or collision.
When you install a rear facing child restraint in the rear seat, follow these steps:
Rear outboard seat
SSS0334
Rear center seat
1. Position the child restraint on the seat.
Always follow the restraint manufacturer’s instructions.
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SSS0279A
SSS0335
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.
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