Infiniti Q45 2006 User Manual

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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 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 wayit looks 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 is included in your Owner’s literatureportfolio. The INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide explains details about maintaining and servicing your vehicle. 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 ineffect as wellas 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 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.

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 vehiclesafety 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 notbe 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

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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 causedeath or seriouspersonal 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 seethis symbol, itmeans “Do notdo 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, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain productsof component wear contain or emit chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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

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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

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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0 Illustrated table of contents

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

Exterior rear...................................................... 0-3

Instrument panel.............................................. 0-4

Meters and gauges ........................................... 0-5

Engine compartment check locations................. 0-6

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EXTERIOR FRONT

1. Hood (Page 3-9)

2. Headlight and turn signal switch (P.2-24)/Bulb replacement (P.8-28)

3. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-21)/Wiper replacement (P.8-19)

4. Interior light (P.2-46)

5. Sunroof (P.2-43)

6. Power windows (P.2-41)

7. Tires — Wheel and tires (P.8-33, P.9-9) — Flat tire (P.6-2)

8. Mirrors (P.3-18)

9. Doors — Keys (P.3-2) — Door locks (P.3-3) — Remote keyless entry system (P.3-6)

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EXTERIOR REAR

1. High-mounted stop light (Bulb replacement) (P.8-28)

2. Side marker, Stop/Tail,Turn signal light (Bulb replacement) (P.8-28)

3. Rear window defroster switch (P.2-24)

4. Fuel-filler door (P.3-15)/Fuel recommendation (P.9-2)

5. Trunk lid (P.3-10)

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

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Side ventilator (P.4-11)

2. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-19)

3. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch

(P.2-24)

4. Steering wheel switch for audio

(P.4-33)/TALK switch for INFINITIVoice Recognition (P.4-54)

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

6. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-35)

7. Cruise control main/set switch

(P.5-18) Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switch (P.5-20)

8. Windshield wiper/washer switch

(P.2-21)

9. Ignition switch (P.5-6)

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

11.Center ventilator (P.4-11)

12.Hazard warning flasher switch

(P.2-29)

13.Display, Climate and Audio control

switches/buttons (P.4-2)/Navigation system*

14.Front passenger supplemental air bag

(P.1-35)

15.Instrument brightness control (P.2-28)

16.Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch

(P.5-15)

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17.Vehicle dynamic control OFF switch (P.2-34)

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

19.Active damper suspension mode selector (P.2-34)

20.Tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch (P.3-16)

21.Fuse box cover (P.8-23)

22.Parking brake pedal/parking brake release pedal (P.5-14)

23.CD changer (P.4-31)

24.Cigarette lighter and ashtray (P.2-36)

25.Clock (P.2-35)

26.Cassette deck (P.4-29)

27.Glove box (P.2-39)

28.Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-

10)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation

System Owner’s Manual.

METERS AND GAUGES

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1. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-

2. Warning/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.2-15)

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.8-9)

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 adjustment ........................... 1-5

Active head restraint (front seats)................. 1-6

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

Seat belts......................................................... 1-7

Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-7

Child safety............................................... 1-10

Pregnant women ....................................... 1-11

Injured persons......................................... 1-11

Pre-crash seat belts (front seats)................ 1-11

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

Seat belt extenders.................................... 1-15

Seat belt maintenance............................... 1-15

Child restraints............................................... 1-16

Precautions on child restraints................... 1-16

Child restraint installation on rear seat

outboard or center positions...................... 1-18

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for

CHildren) system ....................................... 1-23

Top tether strap child restraint................... 1-25

Child restraint installation on front

passenger seat.......................................... 1-26

Booster seats ................................................. 1-29

Precautions on booster seats..................... 1-29

Booster seat installation on rear seat

outboard or center positions...................... 1-32

Booster seat installation on front

passenger seat.......................................... 1-34

Supplemental restraint system........................ 1-35

Precautions on supplemental restraint

system...................................................... 1-35

INFINITI advanced air bag system (for front

seats)........................................................ 1-41

Supplemental side air bag and curtain

side-impact air bag system ........................ 1-46

Supplemental air bag warning labels.......... 1-49

Supplemental air bag warning light............ 1-49

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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.

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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 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 powerseat for along

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

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

SPA1273C

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

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.

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Seat lifter

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

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.

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REAR POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)

Forward and backward

Push the switch to move the seat forward

or backward

tinuously while the switch isbeing pushed.

. The seats move con-

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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 ADJUSTMENT

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Entry/exit assist (automatic return) (if so equipped)

Pushing the ON side cated on therear armrest, theautomatic 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.

of the switch lo-

of the switch

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

the head restraint down. To adjust the head restraint angle

it in the direction required (except rear center seat head restraint).

and push

, push

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SSS0287 SPA1278

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

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 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.

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ARMREST Rear

Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal.

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 U.S. states and Canadian provinces or territories specify that seat belts be worn at all times when a vehicle is being driven.

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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 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 con-

tinuously while the ignition is turned ON with all doors closed and all seat belts fastened, itmay indicate a malfunction in 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 your INFINITI dealer.

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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 operate properly.

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.

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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.

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 system (air bag system) for the front passenger. See

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WARNING

“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 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 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 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.

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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 helpreduce 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 position 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.

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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

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.

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

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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.

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senger air bag. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.

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.

Front seat

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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. 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.

Rear seat

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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. It can also change the operation of the front pas-

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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.

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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.

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Center of rear seat

Selecting correct set of seat belts:

The center seat belt buckle is identified by the CENTER mark tongue can be fastenedonly into thecenter seat belt buckle.

. The center seat belt

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Shoulder belt height adjustment (for 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 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 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 theshoulder belt anchor into position.

, and then

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 in (200 mm) of length and may be

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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 companywhich made the original equipmentseat 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

To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any non-caustic solution recommended for gently cleaning cloth upholstery or carpets.

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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 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.

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 frontseat.

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 Tether for CHildren) SYSTEM” later in this section.

Child restraints for infants and children of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers.Whenselectinganychildrestraint system, 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 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 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 re-

straints fit in all types ofvehicles.

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

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

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.

If your vehicle is equipped with rear power seat adjustment, note the following:

O Attach the child restraints after adjust-

ing the rear outboard seats to the rearmost position.

O Do not move the rear outboard seats

with the child restraints attached to them.

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Rear outboard seat

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1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Always follow the 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 in this section.

If the head restraintis removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed.

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Rear center seat

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If the seating position doesnot 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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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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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.

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.

6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic 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.

7. 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 6.

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 restraint

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could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.

If your vehicle is equipped with rear power seat adjustment, note the following:

O Attach the child restraints after adjust-

ing the rear outboard seats to the rearmost position.

O Do not move the rear outboard seats

with the child restraints attached to them.

When you install a rear facing child restraint in the rear 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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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the seat belt retractor is in the automatic locking 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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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 retractor is in the automatic locking mode.

7. 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 6.

After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is fully retracted, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is can-

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celed.

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYSTEM

1. LATCH Lower anchor points (right)

2. LATCH Lower anchor points (left)

3. LATCH Label (1 and 2 are located in the space between the seatback and seat cushion)

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

WARNING

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 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.

If your vehicle is equipped with rear power seat adjustment, note the following:

O Attach the child restraints after adjust-

ing the rear outboard seats to the rearmost position.

O Do not move the rear outboard seats

with the child restraints attached to them.

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 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 seating positions equipped with LATCH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint.

LATCH child restraints generallyrequire the use of a top tether strap. See “Top tether

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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, follow these steps:

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.

1. To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint, insert the child restraint LATCH system anchor attachments into the anchor points on the rear seat. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether, see “Top tether strap child

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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 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.

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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 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.

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Anchor point locations

Anchor points are located under the rear parcel shelf finisher.

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

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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT

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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WARNING

O INFINITI recommends that child re-

straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a forwardfacing child restraint 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.

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O A child restraint with a top tether strap

should not be used in the front passenger seat.

O The three-point seat 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 child 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.

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

child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section.

If the head restraintis removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed.

If the seating position doesnot 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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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 rear most 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.

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

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4. Allow the seat belt to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.

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BOOSTER SEATS

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7. 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 6.

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

should illuminate. If this 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) is canceled.

PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER SEATS

WARNING

O Infants and smallchildren shouldalways

be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding 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

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.

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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 seat can 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

provide 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.

O Check the booster seat in your vehicle

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

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O Make sure the child’s head willbe 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

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

should be used.

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compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended procedures.

All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved 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.

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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

the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the booster seat.

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Outboard position

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.

Remember thata booster seatleft in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check

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If your vehicle is equipped with rear power seat adjustment, note the following:

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Center position

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O Attach the child restraints after adjust-

ing the rear outboard seats to the rearmost position.

O Do not move the rear outboard seats

with the child restraints attached to them.

When you install a booster seat in the rear seat, follow these steps:

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 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

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belt shown in the “Three-point seat belt with retractor” earlier in this section.

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“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.

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BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT

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

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 manu-

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facturer’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 (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) 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. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The passenger air bag status light

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

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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 air bags and front seat pretensioner seat belts.

Supplemental front impact air bag system:

The INFINITI advanced air bag 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 side-impact curtain 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 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 key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turnoff 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 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

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front air bag if you are up against itwhen 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 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 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.

O Keep hands on the outside of the

steering wheel. Placing them in side the steering wheel rim could increase the risk of injury if thesupplemental front air bag inflates.

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WARNING

O Never let children ride unrestrained or

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

O Children may be severely injured or

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

O Even with the INFINITI advancedair bag

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 air bag:

O The supplemental side air bag and cur-

tain 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

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accidents.

O The seat belts, the supplemental side air

bags and curtain side-impact air bags 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 seats or rear outboard seats to extend their handout 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 seatbackof the front seat. If the supplemental side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properlyrestrained.Someexamplesof dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.

O Do not use seat covers on the front seat-

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

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1. Crash zone sensor

2. Supplemental front air bag modules (INFINITI advanced air bags)

3. Supplemental side air bag modules

4. Occupant classification system control unit

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5. Occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor)

6. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bags

7. Supplemental curtain side-impact air bag modules

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8. Diagnosis sensor unit

9. Satellite sensors

10. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor

INFINITI ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (for 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.

The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the instrument panel abovethe glove box. The 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 operation.

The INFINITI advanced air bag system has dual stage inflators for both the driver

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and passenger air bags. The system 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 whether the seat belts are being used. For the front right 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, the front right passenger air bag maybe 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 willnot be illuminated, but the air bag will be off.) See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for further details. One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the system.

If you have any questions about theperformance of 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 the supplemental front air bag inflates, a fairly loud noise maybe heard, followed by release of smoke. This 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.

Supplemental front airbags, along withthe use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the faceand chest of the front 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

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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 air bag module during inflation.

The air bag will deflate quickly after a collision.

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

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 system is operational.

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Front passenger air bag status light

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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 this manual concerning 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

is located on the map light cover. The

light operates as follows:

O Unoccupied passenger seat: The

O Passenger seat occupied by a small

O Occupied passenger seat and the pas-

Front passenger air bag:

The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is

is OFF and the front passenger air

bag is OFFand will not inflate ina 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 that the front passenger air bag is operational.

is OFF to indicate

illumi-

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

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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 thisis 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 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

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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 inthe front seat, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size ofthe child andthe type of child restraint being used. If the status light is not lit (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 will not illuminate even though the air bag is OFF.

If such situations happen, properly position and restrain the occupant or child re-

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straint. 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 dealer can usea special tool to confirmthat it is working properly.

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

O Tampering with the supplemental air bag

system may result in serious per-

sonal 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 inserious personal 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).

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 re-

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sult in serious personal injury.

O Work around and on 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 yellow and orange Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring and connectors should not 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.

SUPPLEMENTAL SIDE AIR BAG AND CURTAIN SIDE-IMPACT AIR BAG SYSTEM

The supplemental side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The supplemental curtain sideimpact air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to helpreduce the risk of injury toout-of-position occupants. How-

ever, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supplemental side

air bags and curtain side-impact air bags

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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 higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions on the side where the vehicle is impacted. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact 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 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 sideimpact air bag may cause abrasions or

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other injuries. Supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.

The seat belts shouldbe correctly wornand 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 door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain side-impact air bag inflate quickly in order to help protect the out-ofposition occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain sideimpact air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag and curtain sideimpact air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over.

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

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 supplemental side air bag inflates.

O Right after inflation, several side air bag

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

O No unauthorized changes should be

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

impact air bag system.

O Tampering with the supplemental side

air bag system may result in serious personal injury. 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. The SRS 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 harnesses connectorsare

yellow and orange 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

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guide the buyer to theappropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual.

Pre-tensioner seat belt system (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 byyour 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 cause personal injury.

The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the 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 the same as conventional seat belts.

When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The smoke is not harmful, but 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 key has been turned tothe 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 the nearest INFINITI dealer.

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.

will not come on,

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SSS0330 SPA1097

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS

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

SRS air bag

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

SRS side-impact air bag

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

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 air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt. The circuits monitored by the air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, satellite sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain side-impact air bag modules, and all related wiring, and pretensioner seat belt.

in the instrument panel,

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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 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:

O The supplemental air bag warning light

remains on after approximately 7 seconds after turning the ignition key to the ON position.

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. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest INFINITI dealer.

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ducting the maintenance. The ignition key

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 will not operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, haveyour vehicle checkedby a 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 activate 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 side-impact air bags, related parts and pre-tensioner seat belt should be pointed out to the person con-

should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.

O Once the supplemental front air bag,

side air bag or curtain side-impact 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 belt 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 air bag systems and pretensioner seat belt system should be inspected by an INFINITI dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the vehicle.

O If you need to dispose of the supple-

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WARNING

mental air bag, pre-tensioner seat belt system or scrap the vehicle, contact an INFINITI dealer.

Correct supplemental air bag and pretensioner seat belt system disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate INFINITI Service 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 ................................................. 2-5

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

Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-6

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

Warning/indicator lights and audible

reminders....................................................... 2-10

Checking bulbs.......................................... 2-10

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 ........ 2-19

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

Wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-22

Rain-sensing auto wiper system................. 2-23

Rear window and outside mirror defroster

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

Headlight and turn signal switch ..................... 2-24

Xenon headlights ...................................... 2-24

Headlight switch ....................................... 2-25

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

Fog light switch ......................................... 2-29

Hazard warning flasher switch......................... 2-29

Horn............................................................... 2-30

Heated seats .................................................. 2-30

Front heated seat (if so equipped) .............. 2-31

Rear heated seat (if so equipped) ............... 2-31

Climate controlled seat (if so equipped)........... 2-32

Lane departure warning (LDW) switch (if so

equipped)....................................................... 2-33

Active damper suspension mode select

switch (if so equipped).................................... 2-34

Sport mode

Auto mode

Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ....... 2-34

Clock.............................................................. 2-35

Adjusting the time ..................................... 2-35

Power outlet ................................................... 2-35

Cigarette lighters and ashtrays........................ 2-36

Front ......................................................... 2-36

Rear.......................................................... 2-37

Storage .......................................................... 2-37

Cup holders............................................... 2-37

Sunglasses holder .................................... 2-38

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

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

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Glove box.................................................. 2-39

Console box .............................................. 2-40

Cargo net (if so equipped).......................... 2-40

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

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

Sunroof .......................................................... 2-43

Sliding the sunroof .................................... 2-43

Auto reverse function (when closing the

sunroof) .................................................... 2-43

Tilting the sunroof ..................................... 2-43

Sun shade................................................. 2-43

If the sunroof does not close...................... 2-44

Rear control cancel switch (if so equipped) . 2-44

Rear sun shade (if so equipped) ...................... 2-44

Rear door window sun shades (if so

equipped) ................................................. 2-45

Interior lights ................................................ 2-46

Room light................................................. 2-46

Personal lights................................................ 2-47

Front ......................................................... 2-47

Rear.......................................................... 2-47

Vanity mirror lights ......................................... 2-48

Trunk light...................................................... 2-48

HomeLink

Programming HomeLink

Universal Transceiver .................... 2-49

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

for Canadian

customers ................................................. 2-51

Operating the HomeLink

Universal

Transceiver................................................ 2-51

Programming trouble diagnosis ................. 2-51

Clearing the programmed information........ 2-51

Reprogramming a single HomeLink

button....................................................... 2-52

If your vehicle is stolen.............................. 2-52

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Side ventilator (P.4-11)

2. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-19)

3. Headlight/fog light/turn signal switch (P.2-24)

4. Steering wheel switch for audio (P.4-33)/TALK switch for INFINITIVoice Recognition (P.4-54)

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

6. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-35)

7. Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-18) Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) switch (P.5-20)

8. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-21)

9. Ignition switch (P.5-6)

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

11.Center ventilator (P.4-11)

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

13.Display, Climate and Audio control switches/buttons (P.4-2)/Navigation system*

14.Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-35)

15.Instrument brightness control (P.2-28)

16.Lane Departure Warning (LDW) switch (P.5-15)

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17.Vehicle dynamic control OFF switch (P.2-34)

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

19.Active damper suspension mode selector (P.2-34)

20.Tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch (P.3-16)

21.Fuse box cover (P.8-23)

22.Parking brake pedal/parking brake release pedal (P.5-14)

23.CD changer (P.4-31)

24.Cigarette lighter and ashtray (P.2-36)

25.Clock (P.2-35)

26.Cassette deck (P.4-29)

27.Glove box (P.2-39)

28.Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-

10)

*: Refer to the separate Navigation System

Owner’s Manual. (if so equipped)

METERS AND GAUGES

SIC2404

1. Engine coolant temperature gauge

2. Warning/indicator lights

3. Fuel gauge

4. Odometer/twin trip odometer

5. Speedometer

6. Cruise control system/Intelligent cruise control system display

7. Tachometer

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SIC2462 SIC2405

play as follows: TRIP A → TRIP B → TRIP A

Resetting the trip odometer:

Pushing the reset knob for more than 1 second to reset the trip odometer to zero.

Elapsed time, driving distance and average speed information isalso available, referto “trip computer information” in the “monitor, climate, audio and voiceactivated control systems” section later in this manual.

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer

The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.

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Odometer

The odometer are displayed when the ignition key is in the ON position.

The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.

/twin trip odometer

Twin trip odometer

The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.

Changing the display:

Pushing the resetknob

changes the dis-

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SIC2334A SIC2463

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” section for immediate action required.

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.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE

The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.

The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range needle points within the zone shown in the illustration.

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

when the gauge

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SIC2464 SIC3014

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 returns to E (Empty) after the ignition key is turned to OFF.

Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers Empty.

The low fuel warning light comes on when the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon

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as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge reaches “E”. There willbe a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches “E”.

The is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.

indicates that the fuel-filler door

CAUTION

O If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the

malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) may comeon. Refuelas soon as 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.

lamp

COMPASS DISPLAY

When the switch compass display tion of the vehicle’s heading.

If the display reads “C” or the is pushed for 9 seconds, calibrate the

is pushed, the

will indicate the direc-

switch

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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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2-8 Instruments and controls

Zone map

SIC0611B

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 The current zone number will appear in the display.

2. Find your current location and variance number on the zone map.

3. Push the COMP switch until the new zone number appears in the display. After you select new zone number, the display will show a compass direction within a few seconds.

O If the compass deviates from the cor-

rect indication soon 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

switch for 6 seconds.

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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

Automatic transmission check warning light Seat belt warning light High beam indicator light (Blue)

or Brake warning light Supplemental air bag warning light

Charge warning light Automatic transmission position indicator light Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)

Door open warning light Cruise main switch indicator light (Green) Slip indicator light

Engine oil pressure warning light Cruise control set indicator light Sport mode indicator light (if so equipped)

Low fuel warning light Front passenger air bag status light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

Low tire pressure warning light

Preview Function warning light (Orange: if so equipped)

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light

CHECKING BULBS

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

, or , , , ,

, ,

The following lights come on briefly and then go off:

Rear Active Steer (RAS) warning light (if so equipped)

Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system MAIN switch indicator light (White; if so equipped)

Intelligent cruise control system warning light (Orange; if so equipped)

, or , , , , ,

If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Havethe system checked by your INFINITI dealer.

Intelligent cruise control system set indicator light

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

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off indicator light

WARNING LIGHTS

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.

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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 ON, the light comes on for 2 seconds. If the light comes on at any other time, it may indicate the transmission is not functioning properly. Have your INFINITI dealer check and repair the transmission.

or Brake warning

light

The brake warning light indicates the parking brake system operation,low brake fluid level of the brake system and Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) malfunction.

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.

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

Anti-lock Brake System warning light:

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 may indicate that the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the brake system checked by an INFINITI dealer. See “Anti-lock brake warning light” earlier in this 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 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 systemhas been checked at an INFINITI dealer.

Charge warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate the charging system is not functioning properly. Turn the engine off and check the generator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or

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if the light remains on, see your 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 are not closed securely while the ignition key is ON.

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

oil” in the “8. Maintenance and do-ityourself” section.

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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.

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.

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:

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 “Low tire pressure warning system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section and “Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)” 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

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remain on after the 1 minute. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.

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

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 adjust-

ing the tire pressure, a tire maybe flat. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

O If your vehicle is equipped with run-flat

tires, you can continue driving after you have a flat tire. However, remember that vehicle handling stability is reduced, which could lead to an accident and personal injury. See “Wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for moredetails andmake sureto observe the cautions about run-flat tires. Failure to do so may result in a serious accident.

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.

Preview Function warning light (Orange; if so equipped)

This light comes on if there isa malfunction in the Preview Function of the brake system. (ICC system equipped model)

Rear Active Steer (RAS) warning light (if so equipped)

If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is a malfunction with the Rear Active Steer (RAS) portion of the steering system. Have

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the system checked by an INFINITI dealer. For further information about the RAS sys-

tem, see “Rear Active Steer (RAS) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

If a malfunction occurs in the system, the RAS function will cease but driving can be continued.

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

Seat belt warning light and chime

The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light blinks for 7 seconds whenever the ignition key is turned to ON, and will remain illuminated until the driver’s seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the 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 (if so equipped) will illuminateif the seat belt is not fastened when the front passenger’s seat is occupied. For 5 seconds after the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the system does not activate the warning light for the front passenger.

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If the light blinks or illuminates even if the driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts are fastened, it may indicate that the precrash seat belt system has a malfunction. Have your INFINITIdealer check andrepair the system.

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 key 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 supplemental front air bag and supplemental side air bag, curtain side-impact air bag systems and/or pretensioner seat belt are operational.

If any ofthe following conditions occur,the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag, supplemental curtain sideimpact air bag and pre-tensioner seat belt needs servicing and your vehicle must be taken to your nearest 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

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INDICATOR LIGHTS

Automatic transmission position indicator light

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

Cruise main switch indicator light

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

Cruise control set 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 your INFINITI dealer.

Front passenger air bag status light

The front passenger air bag status light (

) will be lit and the passenger front 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.

Intelligent cruise control system MAIN switch indicator light (White; if so equipped)

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

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 cruise control system set indicator light (White; 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 your INFINITI dealer.

High beam indicator light (Blue)

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

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

The light will blink and a warning tone will sound if the vehicle is traveling close to either the left or the right of the traveling lane with detectable lane markers.

The light also illuminates if there is a malfunction in the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system.

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See “Lane departure warning system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section.

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 the fuel 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 at least 3 US gallons (14 liters) of 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 the engine is notrunning, 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.

lamp

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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 fuel filler cap. If the fuel filler capis 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).

b) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera-

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

cargo being hauled or towed.

lamp does not

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

The light will blink when the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system is operating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is nearing its traction limits.

This light also comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The light will turn off if the VDC is operational.

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Sport mode indicator light (if so equipped)

This light comes on when the active damper suspension mode select switch is set to the SPORT position.

Turn signal/hazard indicator lights

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

Vehicle dynamic control off indicator light

The light comes on when the vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch is pushed to OFF. This indicates that the VDC system is not operating.

This light also comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The light will turn off if the VDC system is operational.

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 fail-safe mode is operating and the system may not be functioning properly. Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer. If a malfunction oc-

curs in the system, the VDC system function will be canceled but the vehicle is still driveable. For additional information, see “Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section of this manual.

AUDIBLE REMINDERS Key reminder chime

A chime will sound if the driver side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition switch (ignition switchis turned to theACC, OFF or LOCK position). Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.

Light reminder chime

A chime will sound when the driver side door is opened with the light switch in the

or position (ignition switch is

turned to the ACC, OFF or LOCK position). Turn the light switch offwhen you leave the

vehicle.

Brake pad wear warning

The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement,itwillmakea highpitchedscraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whetherornotthe brakepedal isdepressed.

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 closeto either the left or the right of a traveling lane with detectable lane markers, the LDW system will blink the LDW indicator light and sound a chime.

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SECURITY SYSTEMS

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Your vehicle has two types of security systems, as follows:

O Vehicle security O INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System

The security condition will be shown by the security indicator light.

VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM

The vehicle security system provides visual and audio alarm signals if someone opens the doors, hood, or trunk lid when the system is armed. It is not, however, a motion detection type system that activates

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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 it when unattended. Be aware of your surroundings, and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever possible.

Many devices offering additional protection, such as component locks, identification markers, and tracking systems, are available at auto supply stores and specialty shops. Your INFINITI dealer may also offer such equipment. Check withyour insurance company tosee if youmay be eligible for discounts for various theft protection features.

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 all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the electronic ignition key, power door lock switch or with the key.

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4. Confirm that the security indicator light

comes on. The security indicator light glows for about 30 seconds and then blinks. The system is now armed. If, during this 30 second time period, the door or trunk lid is unlocked with the electronic ignition key or the key, or the ignition key is turned to the ACC or ON position, the system will not be armed.

Even when the driver and/or passengers are in the vehicle, the system will be armed with all doors, hood, and trunk lid locked and ignition key off. When turning the ignition to ACC, the system will be disarmed.

Vehicle security system activation

The vehicle 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 beshut off byunlocking adoorwith theUNLOCK button on the electronic ignition key or the emergency key.

The alarm is activated by: O Unlocking the door or openingthe trunk

lid without using the button on theelectronic ignition key or the key. (Even if the door is opened by releasing the door inside lock knob,the alarm will activate.)

O Opening the hood.

How to stop an activated alarm

The alarm will stop by unlocking a door by pushing theunlock buttonon theelectronic ignition key or with the key. The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ACC or ON.

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

INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM

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

The engine may not start with the registered electronic ignition key under the following conditions:

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If metal contacts the electronic ignition

key.

If a device equipped with atransponder

contacts the electronic ignition key.

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

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

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2. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF or LOCK position, and wait approximately 5 seconds.

3. Repeat step 1 and 2.

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

If the no start condition re-occurs, INFINITI recommends placing the registered electronic ignition key on a separate key ring to avoid interference from other devices.

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

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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If the light still remains on and/or the engine will not start, see your INFINITI dealer for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System service as soon as possible. Please bring all electronic ignition keys that you have when visiting your INFINITI dealer for service.

WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

WARNING

In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warmwindshield withthe defrosterbefore you wash the windshield.

CAUTION

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Security indicator light

This light passed since the ignition switch was turned to OFF and the ignition key was removed. 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.

If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

blinks after 5 seconds have

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

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.

O Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with

water to the manufacturer’s recommended levels before pouring the fluid

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into the window washer reservoir. Do not use the window washer reservoir to mix the washer fluid concentrate and water.

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WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

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

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

Low — continuous low speed operation

High — continuous high speed opera-

tion

Push the leverup eration of the wiper.

to have onesweep op-

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

to operate the

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RAIN-SENSING AUTO WIPER SYSTEM

The rain-sensing auto wiper system allows the wipers to be set so they turn on and off automatically.

To set the rain-sensing auto wiper system:

1. Push the lever down to the INT position

2. The wiper will sweep once while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper system off, push up the lever to the OFF position,

or pull down the lever to the LO or HI position.

The rain-sensing auto wiper systemcan automatically turn on the wiper and adjust the wiper speed depending on the rainfall and the vehicle speed by using the rain sensor located on the upper part of the windshield and the vehicle speed sensor. The rain-sensing auto wipers will be turned off when the rain sensor does not detect rain.

The rain sensor sensitivity level can be adjusted by turning the switch toward the

front

(High) or toward the rear

O High — High sensitive operation O Low — Low sensitive operation

If the rain-sensing auto wiper system malfunctions, the rain-sensing auto wiper system will not operate, but the speed sensitive wiper system will operate.

The rain-sensing auto wiper system can be cancelled. For more information, see “Vehicle information” in the “4. Monitor, climate, audio and voice-activated control systems” section.

(Low).

CAUTION

O Do not touch the rain sensor as it might

operate unexpectedly and injure you.

O The rain-sensingauto wipersmay notop-

erate if rain does not hit the rain sensor even if it is raining.

O The rain-sensingauto wipersmay notop-

erate when the windshield surface temperature becomes over 158°F(70°C).

O The rain-sensing auto wipers may op-

erate unexpectedly or may not operate when dirt, fingerprints, oil film or stickers are stuck on or around the sensor.

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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCH

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To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors: Start the engineand push theswitch The indicator light the switch again to turn the defroster off.

will come on. Push

on.

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CAUTION

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

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 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 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.

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 180 seconds after you turn the key to OFF and open any door then close all the doors.

Automatic headlights off delay

For automatic headlights off delay setting, see “Automatic headlights off delay” in the “4. Monitor, climate, audio and voiceactivated control systems” section.

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Autolight system

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 key 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.

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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.

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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 while the switch is in the

position. Pull it back to select the

low beam.

Pulling the lever toward you will flash

the headlight high beam even when the headlight switch is in the OFF position.

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Battery saver system

O When the headlight switch is in the

O When the headlight switch remains in

or position while the ignition key is in the ON position, the lights will automatically turn off 45 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the OFF position. However, the lights will turn off if the driver’s or front passenger’s door is opened in this condition.

the lights automatically turn off, the lights will turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position from the OFF position.

or position after the

CAUTION

O Even thoughthe batterysaver feature au-

tomaticallyturns offthe headlightsafter a period of time, you should turnthe headlight switch to the OFFposition when the engineisnotrunningto avoiddischarging the vehicle battery.

O Never leave the light switch on when the

engine is not running for extended periods of time even if the headlights turn off automatically.

Daytime running light system (Canada only)

The daytime runninglights automatically illuminate at a reduced intensity 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 light switch tothe mination when driving at night.

If the parking brake is applied before the engine is started, the daytime running lights do not illuminate. The daytime running lights illuminate once the parking brake is released. The daytime running lights will remain on until the ignition switch is turned off.

position. Turn the head-

position for fullillu-

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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.

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Instrument brightness control

The instrument brightness control operates when the light switch is in the AUTO (when lighting), nition switch in the ON position.

Turn the control to

direction (brighten) to adjust the bright-

ness of instrument panel lights. When the control is turned in the maximum

brightening direction, the light intensity will be at maximum. When the control is turned in the maximum darkening direction, the light will be turned off.

or position with the ig-

direction (darken) or

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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HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

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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.

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

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 mustbe on forthe fog lights to operate (except for the daytime running light).

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.

WARNING

O If stopping for an emergency, be sure to

move the vehicle well off the road.

O Do not use the hazard warning flashers

while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to

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HORN HEATED SEATS

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To sound the horn, push the center pad

area

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.

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 seatwhich 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, 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 your INFINITI dealer.

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

3. To turn off the heater, return the switch to the level position. Make sure the indicator light goes off.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning theheater on andoff. The indicator light willremain on as longas the switch is on.

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

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FRONT HEATED SEAT (if so equipped)

The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches locatedon the center console can be operated independently of each other.

1. Start the engine.

2. Select heat range.

For high heat, push the (High)

side of the switch.

For low heat, push the (Low)

side of the switch.

REAR HEATED SEAT (if so equipped)

The rear outboard seats are warmed by built-in heaters. The switches, located on the inside of the rear door, can be operated independently of each other.

1. Start the engine.

2. Select heat range.

For low heat, push the LO (Low)

switch.

For high heat, push the HI (High)

switch.

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

3. To turn off the heater, push the illuminated switch once again.

The heater is controlled by a thermostat, automatically turning theheater on andoff. The indicator light willremain on as longas the switch is on.

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

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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEAT (if so equipped)

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The climate controlled seat warms and cools down the front seats by blowing warm or cool air from the surface of the seat. The switches located on the seats can be operated independently of each other.

1. Start the engine.

2. Select HEAT either side of the switch.

The climate controlled seat controls the amount of the air and its temperature according to the number on the dial; higher is more.

or COOL

by pushing

3. Adjust the desired amount of the air using the control dial HEAT position: 1 (Low) ; 4 (High) COOL position: 1 (Low) ; 4 (High) When cool position 1 is selected, cooling does not operate, air at room temperature will be provided.

The climate controlled seat blower remains on low speed for approximately 60 seconds after turning the switch on or selecting the desired temperature.

4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or cooled, and/or before you leave the vehicle, be sureto turn theswitch tothe OFF position (center) To check the air filter for the climate controlled seat, contact your INFINITI dealer.

CAUTION

O The battery could run down if the climate

controlled seat is operated while the engine is not running.

O Do not use theclimate controlledseat for

extended periods or when no one is using the seat.

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O Do not putanything on the seatwhich 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 climate controlled seat.

O Any liquid spilled on the seat should be

removed immediately with a dry cloth.

O The climate controlled seat has an air fil-

ter. Do not operate climate controlled seat without an air filter. This may result in damage to the system.

O When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-

line, thinner, or any similar materials.

O If any abnormalities are found or the cli-

mate controlled seat does not operate, turn the switch off and have the system checked by your INFINITI dealer.

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

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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 a traveling lane with detectable lane markers.

The system comes on automatically in its automatic mode when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position. The LDW system ON indicator

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

to turn off the system. The LDW

will illuminate.

will go off.

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.

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ACTIVE DAMPER SUSPENSION MODE SELECT SWITCH (if so equipped)

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SPORT MODE

Set the switch to the SPORT position when you desire a firm feeling all the time.

AUTO MODE

Set the switch to the AUTO position for normal driving. The damping force will automatically adjust according to the road surface and driving conditions.

VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF SWITCH

The active damper suspension controls damping force and helps minimize the movement of the vehicle body. It helps stable driving when the vehicle moves up and down on large rolling roads or when the vehicle body leans during cornering with a high centrifugal force.

The damping force of the shock absorbers can be adjusted to the level you desire. Set the switch to the position you desire while the ignition switch is ON.

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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 speed 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 Vehicle Dynamic Control System (VDC), push the VDC OFF switch(located on the lower left side of the in-

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strument panel). The indicator light will come on.

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

CLOCK POWER OUTLET

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

ADJUSTING THE TIME

To adjust the time, turn and hold the adjusting knob

Power outlet is located on the back of the center console.

To open, pull up the power outlet lid as illustrated.

CAUTION

O The outlet and plug may be hot during or

immediately after use.

Do not use with accessories that exceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or more than one

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electrical accessory.

O Use power outlet with the engine run-

ning to avoid discharging the vehicle battery.

O Avoid using power outlet when the air

conditioner, headlights or rear window defroster is on.

O This power outlet is not designed for use

with a cigarette lighter unit.

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

good contact is not made, the plug may overheat orthe internaltemperaturefuse may open.

O Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,

be sure the electrical accessory being used is turned OFF.

O When not in use, be sure to close the

cap. Do not allow water to contact the outlet.

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CIGARETTE LIGHTERS AND ASHTRAYS

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FRONT

To open the ashtray lid, push the upper side of the lid

The cigarette lighter operates when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.

as illustrated.

Push the lighter in all the way lease it. When the lighter is heated, it will spring out. Return the lighter to its original position after use.

To empty the ashtray, pull up on the horizontal bar and remove the tray

, then re-

WARNING

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

CAUTION

O The cigarette lighter socket is a power

source for the cigarette lighter element only. The use of the cigarette lighter socket as a power source for any other accessory is notrecommended.

O Do not use any other power outlet for an

accessory lighter.

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REAR

To open the ashtray lid, pull up the lid as illustrated.

To empty the ashtray, pull up on the horizontal bar and remove the tray

STORAGE

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.

Front:

Push the button lid.

Use the cup holder properly and according to the size of the cups.

The front cup holder inner case can be removed as illustrated bottles or for cleaning.

Front

to open the cup holder

to hold bigger

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Rear:

Push the button of the rear center armrest (Type B) to use the cup holder.

Rear — Type A

(Type A) or open the lid

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Rear — Type B

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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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