Emerson FX35 2005- User Manual

1. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-31) 2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-23) 3. Trip odometer reset knob (P.2-4) 4. Instrument brightness control switch (P.2-25) 5. Headlight aiming control switch (P.2-26) 6. Trip odometer select knob (P.2-4) 7. Steering switch for Audio (P.4-40...

19. Lane departure warning (LDW) switch (if so equipped) (P.2-30) 20. Hood release handle (P.3-24) 21. Fuse box (P.8-24) 22. SNOW mode switch (P.2-31) 23. Parking brake (P.5-18) 24. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFF switch (P.2-31) 25. Tilting/telescopic steering wheel switch (P.3-28) 26. Storage bo...

VQ35DE ENGINE 1. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-24)2. Battery (P.8-17)3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-11)4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-16)5. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-9)6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-16) 7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-15)8. Radiator filler cap (P.8-9)9. Drive belts (...

WARNING O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when theseatback is reclined. This can be dan-gerous. The shoulder belt will not beagainst your body. In an accident, youcould be thrown into it and receive neckor other serious injuries. You could alsoslide under the lap belt and receive se-rious internal i...

Lumbar support (if so equipped for driver’s seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Push the front j 1 or back j 2 end of the switch to adjust the seat lumbar area. REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENTFolding 1. Store the center seat belts in the proper position. (See “REAR CENTE...

luggage is on the rear seat or any cup isin the cup holder. O Head restraints should be adjusted prop-erly as they may provide significant pro-tection against injury in an accident. Al-ways replace and adjust them properly ifthey have been removed for any reason. O If the head restraints are removed...

you could be thrown into it and receiveneck or other serious injuries. You couldalso slide under the lap belt and receiveserious internal injuries. O For the most effective protection whenthe vehicle is in motion, the seat shouldbe upright. Always sit well back in theseat and adjust the seat belt pr...

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 effective-ness of the active head restraint. O Active head restraints are designed tosupplement other safety systems. Al-ways wear seat belts...

Rear Pull the armrest forward until it is hori- zontal. 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 redu...

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, in- cluding doctors, teachers, government traffic safety offices, and community orga- niz...

Larger children Children who are too large for child re- straints 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 lb (18 kg) and 80 lb (36 kg). A booster seat shou...

you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious internal injuries. O For the most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat b...

straint installation. It is referred to as the automatic locking mode.When the locking mechanism is activated the seat belt cannot be extended again un- til the seat belt tongue is detached from the buckle and fully retracted. For addi- tional information, see “Child restraints” later in this sectio...

Shoulder belt height adjustment (for front seats) The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best suited for you. (See “Precautions on seat belt usage” earlier in this section.) To adjust, pull the release button j A , and then move the shoulder belt anchor to the desired pos...

WARNING O Always fasten the connector tongue andthe seat belt in the order shown. O Always make sure both the connectortongue and the seat belt tongue are se-cured when using the seat belt. Do notuse it with only the seat belt tongue at-tached. This could result in serious per-sonal injury in case o...

O If the rear center seat belt connector andthe seatbacks are not secured in the cor-rect position, serious personal injurymay result in an accident or sudden stop. Attaching rear center seat belt Always be sure the rear center seat belt connector tongue and connector buckle are attached. Disconnect...

O When attaching the rear center seat beltconnector, be certain that the seatbacksare completely secured in the latched po-sition and the rear center seat belt con-nector is completely secured. O If the rear center seat belt connector andthe seatbacks are not secured in the cor-rect position, seriou...

PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS WARNING O Infants and small children should alwaysbe placed in an appropriate child re-straint while riding in the vehicle. Failureto use a child restraint can result in se-rious injury or death. O Infants and small children should neverbe carried on your lap. It is n...

CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS WARNING O The three-point seat belt in your vehicleis equipped with an automatic lockingmode retractor which must be used wheninstalling a child restraint. O Failure to use the automatic lockingmode will result in the child restr...

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

2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for belt routing. 3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, th...

WARNING Inspect the lower anchors by inserting yourfingers into the lower anchor area andfeeling to make sure there are no obstruc-tions over the LATCH system anchors, suchas seat belt webbing or seat cushion mate-rial. The child restraint will not be securedproperly if the LATCH system anchors are ...

O After removing a rear seat head restraintfor top tether installation, store it se-curely to prevent it from causing injury topassengers or damage to the vehicle incase of sudden braking or an accident.Always replace it and adjust properlywhen top tether is no longer in use. If your child restraint...

Front facing If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps:1. Position the child restraint on the front passenger seat. It should be placed in a front facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Adjust the head restraint to its highest posi- tion. Alw...

able to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seat- ing position and try again, or try a dif- ferent child restraint. Not all child re- straints fit in all types of vehicles. 6. Check that the retractor is in the auto- matic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of...

WARNING Do not use towels, books, pillows or otheritems in place of a booster seat. Items suchas these may move during normal driving ora collision and result in serious injury ordeath. Booster seats are designed to be usedwith a lap/shoulder belt. Booster seats aredesigned to properly route the lap...

BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS CAUTION Do not use the lap/shoulder belt automaticlocking mode when using a booster seat withthe seat belts. When you install a boosterseat in the rear seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place i...

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 side- impact supplemental air bags, curtain side-impact a...

1. Crash zone sensor2. Supplemental curtain side-impact and rollover air bags 3. Occupant classification system control unit 4. Occupant classification sensor (pres- sure sensor) 5. Supplemental side air bag modules6. Supplemental front air bag modules7. Diagnosis sensor unit8. Seat belt pre-tension...

Front passenger air bag and status light WARNING The front passenger air bag is designed toautomatically turn OFF under some condi-tions. Read this section carefully to learnhow it operates. Proper use of the seat, seatbelt and child restraints is necessary formost effective protection. Failure to f...

will not illuminate even though the air bag is OFF.If such situations happen, properly posi- tion and restrain the occupant or child re- straint. Otherwise reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. If you have any questions about whether your pas- senger air bag is working as design...

SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, displaying in the instrument panel, monitors the circuits of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits mo...

2 Instruments and controls Instrument panel .............................................. 2-2Meters and gauges ........................................... 2-3 Speedometer and odometer......................... 2-4Tachometer ................................................. 2-4Engine coolant temperat...

1. Outside mirror remote control2. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch 3. Trip odometer reset knob4. Instrument brightness control switch5. Headlight aiming control switch6. Trip odometer select knob7. Steering switch for Audio/Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System (if so equipped) 8. Security i...

SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETERSpeedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed (MPH and km/h). Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer/twin trip odometer are dis- played when the ignition switch is in the ON position.The odometer j 1 records the total distance the vehicle has been driven.The twin trip...

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.The engine coolant temperature is normal when the gauge indicates within the range j A . The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. CAUTION If the gauge indicate...

The low fuel warning light j A comes on when the fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient, preferably before the gauge reaches E. There will be a small reserve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches E. The indicates that the fuel-filler door is located on the pass...

Zone variation change procedure The difference between magnetic north and geographical north is known as variance. In some areas, this difference can some- times be great enough to cause false com- pass readings. Follow these instructions to set the variance for your particular location if this happ...

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWDmodels) Intelligent Key warning light (if soequipped) Front passenger air bag status light or Anti-lock brake warning light Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systemindicator light (Orange; if so equipped) High beam indicator light (Blue) Automatic transmission chec...

WARNING LIGHTS All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD models) The AWD warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to ON. It turns off soon after the engine is started.If the AWD system malfunctions or the revolution, or radius of the front and the rear wheel are different, the warnin...

Preview Function warning light (Orange: if so equipped) The light comes on if there is a malfunction in the Brake Assist (with Preview Function) system. or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator: When the ignition switc...

Low tire pressure warning light Your vehicle is equipped with a tire pres- sure monitoring system (TPMS) that moni- tors 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 ign...

WARNING O If the light does not illuminate with theignition switch turned ON, have the ve-hicle checked by an INFINITI dealer assoon as possible. O If the light illuminates while driving,avoid sudden steering maneuvers orabrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,pull off the road to a safe location andst...

Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires re- placement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in mo- tion whether or not the brake pedal is de- pressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound i...

If INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is malfunctioning, this light will remain on while the ignition switch is in the ON posi- tion. If the light still remains on and/or the en- gine will not start, see an INFINITI dealer for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System service as soon as possible. Please ...

CAUTION O Do not operate the washer continuouslyfor more than 30 seconds. O Do not operate the washer if the reser-voir tank is empty. O Do not fill the window washer reservoirtank with washer fluid concentrates atfull strength. Some methyl alcohol basedwasher fluid concentrates may perma-nently sta...

washer fluid concentrates may perma-nently stain the grille if spilled while fill-ing the window washer reservoir tank. O Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates withwater to the manufacturer’s recom-mended levels before pouring the fluidinto the window washer reservoir tank.Do not use the window washer r...

Headlight beam select j 1 To select the low beam, put the lever in the neutral position as shown. j 2 To select the high beam, push the lever forward. Pull it back to select the low beam. j 3 Pulling the lever toward you will flash the headlight high beam. Battery saver system O When the headlight s...

When traveling with no heavy load or on a flat road, select position 0. WARNING Xenon headlights are extremely bright com-pared to conventional headlights. If thexenon headlights hit the rearview mirror ofthe vehicle ahead or the windshield of theoncoming vehicle, the driver of these ve-hicles may h...

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH j 1 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is com- pleted, the turn signals cancel automati- cally. j 2 Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up or down to the point where lights begin flashing. FOG LIGHT SWITCH ...

O Do not use the hazard warning flasherswhile moving on the highway unless un-usual circumstances force you to drive soslowly that your vehicle might become ahazard to other traffic. O Turn signals do not work when thehazard warning flasher lights are on. The flasher can be actuated with the igni- t...

Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the engine to turn ON the system. See “Ve- hicle dynamic control (VDC) system” in the “5. Starting and driving” section. If the power supply is disconnected, the clock will not indicate the correct time. Re- adjust the time. ADJUSTING THE TIME 1. To set the c...

overheat or the internal temperature fusemay open. O When not in use, be sure to close thecap. Do not allow water to contact theoutlet. The power outlet is for powering electrical accessories such as cellular telephones. SIC2144 Console SIC3073 Front Instruments and controls 2-33 Z 05.11.1/S50-D/V5....

SUNGLASSES HOLDER The sunglasses holder can be opened by pushing the button j A . WARNING O The sunglasses holder should not beused while driving so full attention maybe given to vehicle operation. O Keep the sunglasses holder closed whiledriving to prevent an accident. CAUTION O Do not use for anyt...

STORAGE BOX WARNING The storage box should not be used whiledriving so full attention may be given to ve-hicle operation. To open, push the storage box lid j A as il- lustrated. Do not place valuable items in the storage box.Do not use the storage box as an ashtray. CUP HOLDERS WARNING The cup holde...

CONSOLE BOX WARNING The center console box should not be usedwhile driving so full attention may be givento vehicle operation. CAUTION To avoid being pinched, do not place your fin-gers near the hinge when opening/closing the console box. When the button j A is pushed, the upper case is available fo...

LUGGAGE FLOOR BOXES (if so equipped) To open the luggage floor boxes:1. Raise the luggage box lid.2. Remove the assist bar j 1 and insert it into the slot j 2 . To close, reset the assist bar to its original position. CARD HOLDER (for driver’s side) To use the card holder, slide your card j A in aft...

POWER WINDOWS WARNING O Make sure that all passengers have theirhands, etc. inside the vehicle while it isin motion and before closing the win-dows. Use the window lock switch to pre-vent unexpected use of the power win-dows. O Do not leave children unattended insidethe vehicle. They could unknowing...

Locking passenger’s windows When the lock button j C is pushed in, only the driver side window can be opened or closed. Push it in again to cancel. Passenger side power window switch The passenger side switch will open or close only the corresponding window. To open or close the window, hold the swi...

seconds after the ignition key is turned to the OFF position. Depending on the environment or driving conditions, the auto reverse function may be activated if an impact or load similar to something being caught in the sunroof oc- curs. WARNING There are some small distances immediatelybefore the cl...

ROOM LIGHT The room light has a two-position switch; DOOR j 1 and OFF j 2 . When the switch is in the door position j 1 , the light will illuminate when a door is opened.The light will stay on for about 30 seconds when: O The doors are unlocked by the keyfob, a key, the power door lock switch or usi...

CEILING LIGHT (if so equipped) The ceiling light has a three-position switch.When the switch is in the door position j B , the light will illuminate when the door is opened. Same as the door position of the interior light. When the personal light switch is in the ON position j A , it will automatica...

LUGGAGE ROOM LIGHT This luggage room light has a three- position switch.When the switch is in the door position j A , the light illuminates while the lift gate is opened. When the lift gate is closed, the light will go off.When the luggage room light switch is in the on position j C , the luggage ro...

WARNING O Do not use the HomeLink UniversalTransceiver with any garage door openerthat lacks safety stop and reverse fea-tures as required by federal safety stan-dards. (These standards became effec-tive for opener models manufacturedafter April 1, 1982). A garage dooropener which cannot detect an o...

IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN If your vehicle is stolen, you should change the codes of any non-rolling code device that has been programmed into HomeLink . Consult the Owner’s Manual of each de- vice or call the manufacturer or dealer of those devices for additional information. When your vehicle is re...

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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments Keys (except Intelligent Key) ............................. 3-2 INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System keys... 3-2 Doors ............................................................... 3-3 Locking with key (Driver’s door only) ............ 3-3Opening and closing win...

1. Master key 1 (With built-in transponder chip; INFINITI mark-silver) 2. Master key 2 (With built-in transponder chip; INFINITI mark-silver) 3. Valet key (With built-in transponder chip; INFINITI mark-black) 4. Key number plate5. Wallet key6. key case (Card type)A key number plate is supplied with ...

Do not allow the immobilizer system key, which contains an electrical transponder, to come into contact with salt water. This could affect system function. WARNING O Always have the doors locked while driv-ing. Along with the use of seat belts, thisprovides greater safety in the event of anaccident ...

To unlock, push the power door lock switch to the unlock position j 2 . Lockout protection When the power door lock switch (driver or front passenger) is moved to the lock posi- tion with the key in the ignition and any door open, all doors will lock and unlock automatically. This helps to prevent t...

O Do not allow the keyfob to become wet. O Do not drop the keyfob. O Do not strike the keyfob sharply againstanother object. O Do not place the keyfob for an extendedperiod in an area where temperatures ex-ceed 140°F (60°C). If a keyfob is lost or stolen, INFINITI recom-mends erasing the ID code of ...

If hazard indicator and horn mode is not necessary, you can switch to hazard indi- cator only mode by following the switching procedure.In hazard indicator only mode, when the LOCK button j 1 is pushed, the hazard indi- cator flashes twice. When the UNLOCK but- ton j 2 is pushed, neither the hazard ...

*2: Doors lock with the keyfob while the ignition switch is in the ON position. However, the hazard indicator and horn will not function. *3: Doors lock with the keyfob while any door is open. However, the hazard in- dicator and horn will not function. Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door 1. Push th...

1. Intelligent Key 2 sets 2. Mechanical key (metal key)* 2 sets 3. Valet key (metal key)* 1 set 4. Wallet key and key case (card type) (metal key) 1 set 5. Key number plate 1 set *: Refer to “INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System keys” earlier in this section. WARNING O The Intelligent Key transmits r...

— Do not use a magnet key holder. — Do not place the Intelligent Key near an electric appliance such as a televisionset or personal computer. — Do not place the Intelligent Key in a stor- age area (for example, a door pocket orglove box). It could be damaged or acti-vated unexpectedly. O Do not allo...

INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATION You can lock or unlock the doors without taking the key out from your pocket or purse. When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door handle request switch j A or lift gate handle request switch j B within the range of oper...

However, when an Intelligent Key is in- side the vehicle, doors can be locked with another Intelligent Key. Unlocking doors 1. Push the door handle request switch once. Driver’s side: O The driver door and fuel-filler door un- lock. Front passenger side or lift gate: O Only corresponding door unlock...

OPERATING THE ENGINEIgnition switch positions Push in the ignition switch in the j B range when you turn it. LOCK (Normal parking position) j A : The ignition switch can only be locked in the j A position. The ignition switch will be unlocked when it is pushed in, and turned to the ACC posi- tion j ...

Starting the engine When driving the vehicle, be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you.1. Securely depress the brake pedal.2. Slowly push the ignition switch in. When the Intelligent Key warning light j a in the instrument panel comes on in green, the ignition switch can be turned. 3. Turn the ...

WARNING When you leave the vehicle, be sure to ob-serve the following: O Shift the selector lever to P. (In other po-sitions, the ignition switch will not returnto LOCK.) O Securely return the ignition switch toLOCK. O Set the parking brake. Failure to do socould result in unexpected vehicle move-me...

TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE Symptom Possible Cause Remedy When pushing the door handle requestswitch The front door beep sounds for approxi-mately 2 seconds The doors cannot be locked. Take out the Intelligent Key from thevehicle and push the door handle re-quest switch. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK ...

1. Pull the hood lock release handle j 1 lo- cated below the instrument panel; the hood will then spring up slightly. 2. Pull the lever j 2 at the front of the hood with your fingertips and raise the hood. 3. When closing the hood, lower it slowly and make sure it locks into place. WARNING O Make su...

when starting and driving” in the “5.Starting and driving” section for exhaustgas. AUTO CLOSURE If the lift gate is pulled down to a partly open position, the lift gate will pull itself to the closed position. Do not apply excessive force when the auto closure is operating. Excessive force applied m...

OPEN THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR To open the fuel-filler door, unlock it using one of the following operations, then push the left-hand side of the lid. O Push the unlock button on the keyfob or Intelligent Key once. O Push the driver’s door handle request switch once. O Insert the metal key into the door ...

FUEL-FILLER CAP The fuel-filler cap is a ratcheting type. Tighten the cap clockwise until ratcheting clicks are heard.Put the fuel-filler cap j A on the cap holder while refueling. WARNING O Gasoline is extremely flammable andhighly explosive under certain condi-tions. You could be burned or serious...

— Use only approved portable fuel con- tainers for flammable liquid. CAUTION O If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,flush it away with water to avoid paintdamage. O Tighten until the fuel-filler cap clicks.Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap prop-erly may cause the malfunction in- dicator lamp ...

AUTOMATIC OPERATION WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel whiledriving. You could lose control of your vehicleand cause an accident. Tilt operation Push the lever to adjust the steering wheel up or down to the desired position. Entry/Exit function The automatic drive positioner system will make t...

CAUTION O Do not store the main sun visor beforestoring the extension sun visor. O Do not pull the extension sun visor forc-edly downward. 1. To block out glare from the front, swing down the main sun visor j 1 . 2. To block glare from the side, remove the main sun visor from the center mount and sw...

Type B: The anti-glare system will be automatically turned on when you turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.When the system is turned on, the indi- cator light j B will illuminate and excessive glare from the headlights of the vehicle be- hind you will be reduced.Push the switch for 3 secon...

Foldable outside mirrors Fold the outside mirrors by pushing them towards the rear of the vehicle. The automatic drive positioner system has two features: O Memory storage function O Entry/exit function MEMORY STORAGE FUNCTION Two positions for the driver’s seat, steering column, and outside mirrors...

WARNING O Positioning of the heating or air condi-tioning controls and display controlsshould not be done while driving in orderthat full attention may be given to thedriving operation. O Do not disassemble or modify thissystem. If you do, it may result in acci-dents, fire, or electrical shock. O Do...

1, 2, 7, 9, 13. For audio system control button (See “AUDIO SYSTEM” later in this sec- tion.) 3. “TRIP” button 4. INFINITI controller5. “DAY/NIGHT” button6. “MAINT” maintenance button8. “E/M” button 10. “TRIP RESET” button11. “FUEL ECON” button12. “SETTING” buttonMake sure the engine is running befo...

HOW TO USE “TRIP” BUTTON When the “TRIP” button is pushed, the fol- lowing modes will display on the screen.TRIP 1 (TIME, DIST, AVG) → TRIP 2 (TIME, DIST, AVG) → OFF Elapsed Time, Driving Distance and Av- erage Speed will be displayed.To reset, select the “Reset” key using the INFINITI controller an...

HOW TO USE “MAINT” (Maintenance) BUTTON Maintenance and tire pressure information (if so equipped) will be displayed when the “MAINT” button is pushed.To display the setting of the maintenance interval, select the “Engine Oil” or “Tire Ro- tation” key using the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER...

The “MAINTENANCE NOTICE” screen dis- plays each time the key is turned ON until one of the following conditions are met: O “RESET” is selected. O “Display Maintenance Notification” is set OFF. O the maintenance interval is set again. Tire pressure information (if so equipped) Pressure indication in ...

Vehicle electronic systems The VEHICLE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS screen will appear when selecting the “Vehicle Electronic Systems” key with the INFINITI controller and pushing the ENTER “ ” button. You can set the various electronic systems operating conditions.To set an operating condition, select the ap...

flected in the display. Use the keyfob or the Intelligent Key to return to the pre- vious mode. Auto Re-Lock Time: The length of the auto door re-lock time can be set. Select the “Auto Re-Lock Time” key, then move the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER “ ” button to adjust the time. Sensitivity ...

“DAY/NIGHT” BUTTON To change the display brightness, push the “DAY/NIGHT” button. Pushing the button again will change the display to DAY or NIGHT display. Then, adjust the brightness moving the INFINITI controller right or left.If no operation is done within 10 seconds, or if the BACK “ ” button is...

1, 2, 3, 10, 11. For Navigation system con- trol buttons; refer to the separate Navigation System Owner’s Manual. 5. “DAY/NIGHT” button 6. “TRIP” button7, 8, 9, 13. For audio system control but- tons; refer to “AUDIO SYSTEM” later in this section. 12. “SETTING” button When you use this system, make ...

“TRIP” information Elapsed Time, Driving Distance and Av- erage Speed will be displayed.To reset, select the “Reset” key using the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER “ ” button or push the “TRIP” button for more than approximately 1.5 seconds. “FUEL ECONOMY” information Average Fuel Economy and ...

Tire pressure information (if so equipped) To view “TIRE PRESSURE” information, push the “TRIP” button repeatedly until the “MAINTENANCE” screen is displayed. Se- lect “TIRE PRESSURE” using the INFINITI controller and push the ENTER “ ” button.Pressure indication in ** psi on the screen indicates th...

O Do not put anything on the rearviewcamera. The rearview camera is installedbeside the license plate light. O When washing the vehicle with high-pressure water, be sure not to spray itaround the camera. Otherwise, watermay enter the camera unit causing watercondensation on the lens, a malfunction,f...

O Vertical lines may be seen in objects on the screen. This is due to strong re- flected light from the bumper. This is not a malfunction. O The screen may flicker under fluores- cent light. This is not a malfunction. O The colors of objects on the rear view monitor may differ somewhat from those of...

1. Temperature control button (driver only, or driver and passenger) 2. “AUTO” climate control “ON” button3. “ ” front defroster button 4. “A/C” air conditioner “ON/OFF” button5. “MODE” manual air flow control button6. Temperature control button (passenger side) 7. “OFF” button for climate control s...

WARNING O The air conditioner cooling function op-erates only when the engine is running. O On hot, sunny days, temperatures in aclosed vehicle could quickly becomehigh enough to cause severe or possiblyfatal injuries to people or animals. Do notleave children or adults who would nor-mally require t...

The sensor j A on the instrument panel helps maintain a constant temperature; do not put anything on or around this sensor. IN-CABIN MICROFILTER (if so equipped) The air conditioning system is equipped with an in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen, dust, etc. To make sure the air conditio...

Turn the ignition key to ACC or ON and press the power on switch to turn on the ra- dio. If you listen to the radio with the en- gine not running, the key should be turned to the ACC position.Radio reception is affected by station signal strength, distance from radio trans- mitter, buildings, bridge...

CHECK DISC:• Confirm that the CD is inserted cor- rectly (the label side is facing up, etc.). • Confirm that the CD is not bent or warped and it is free of scratches. PUSH EJECT:This is a malfunction due to excessive temperature inside the player. Remove the CD by pushing the “EJECT” button. After a...

Troubleshooting guide: Symptom Cause and Countermeasure Cannot play Check if the disc was inserted correctly. Check if the disc is scratched or dirty. Check if there is condensation inside the player. If there is, wait until the condensation is gone (about 1 hour) before using theplayer. If there is...

1. “RPT (Repeat) z RDM (Random)” button 2. “SCAN” button3. “CD LOAD” button4. “A.B.C.” preset select button 5. “RADIO” FM-AM-SAT band select button6. “CD z DVD” play button 7. CD slot8. “DISP (Display)” button 9. “SEEK/APS REW” button10. “APS FF/TRACK CHANGE” button11. “CD EJECT” button12. “PAUSE/MU...

1. “CD LOAD” button2. “A.B.C.” preset select button3. “RADIO” FM-AM-SAT band select button4. “CD/DVD” play button 5. CD slot6. “DISP (Display)” button7. “SEEK/APS REW” button8. “APS FF/TRACK CHANGE” button 9. “CD EJECT” button10. “RPT (Repeat) RDM (Random)” play button 11. “SCAN” button12. “POWER ON...

It may take some time to receive the activa- tion signal after subscribing to the XM or SIRIUS TM satellite radio provider. After re- ceiving the activation signal, an available channel list will be automatically updated in the radio. For XM , turn the ignition switch from the LOCK to ACC position t...

2. CAT SEEK tuning mode After selecting a CAT name, push the “SEEK/TRACK” button or to seek the next or previous channel in the selected category.To seek the first channels listed in each category, push the “SEEK/TRACK” button or before entering the CAT select mode.To cancel the CAT mode, push the B...

CD EJECT: When the “CD EJECT” button is pushed with the compact disc loaded, the compact disc will be ejected.To eject the discs selected by the “EJECT” button, push it for less than 1.5 seconds.To eject all the discs, push the “EJECT” but- ton for more than 1.5 seconds. If the compact disc comes ou...

Push the switch to change the mode in the sequence of AM, FM, SAT and CD. VOLUME control switch Push up/down the VOLUME control switch to increase or decrease the volume. Tuning switch Memory change (radio): Push up/down the tuning switch or for less than 1.5 seconds to change the radio frequency. S...

— Your vehicle is in an area where it is difficult to receive radio waves; such as in a tunnel, in an underground parking garage, near a tall building or in a mountainous area. — Your cellular phone is locked to pre- vent it from being dialed. When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient so...

O Start speaking a command within 5 seconds after the tone sounds. O Speak in a natural voice without pausing between words. Giving voice commands To operate INFINITI Voice Recognition, push and release the “ ” button lo- cated on the steering wheel. The light on the overhead console flashes to sign...

3. Press the “ ” button. For information on speaker adaptation, see “Speaker adaptation (SA) mode” later in this section. 4. The system announces the current lan- guage and gives you the option to change the language to Spanish (in Spanish) or French (in French). Use the following chart to select th...

later in this section for more informa- tion on changing priorities. 7. The system will ask if you would like to select a custom ring tone j G . Follow the instructions provided by the system or refer to “Setup” later in this section for more information on selecting ring- tones. Making a call by en...

If you want to go back to the previous com- mand, you can say “Go back” or “Correction” anytime the system is waiting for a response.When you get used to the menus in the sys- tem, you can talk ahead by saying more than one command at a time. For example, say, “Call five five five one two one two” o...

O “Send/Enter/Call/Dial” — Use the Send command to enter numbers during a call. For example, if you were directed to dial an extension by an automated system:Say: “Send one two three four.”The system acknowledges the com- mand and sends the tones associated with the numbers. The system then ends the...

same name. If you do not wish to store an- other location, the system ends the VR ses- sion. “Edit” j B Use the Edit command to alter an existing phone book entry or to add a 2nd, 3rd or 4th phone number to an existing entry.When prompted by the system, say the name of the entry you wish to edit.The...

“Record” j B The system announces “Recording” and a tone sounds signaling you to begin.Speak the information you wish to record clearly. When you are done, press the “ ” or “ ” button on the steering wheel.A tone sounds and the system announces “Memo recorded.” Another tone sounds to end the VR sess...

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The system should respond correctly to all voice commands without difficulty. If problems are encountered, try the following solutions.Where the solutions are listed by number, try each solution in turn, starting with number 1, until the problem is resolved. Symptom Solution Sy...

WARNING O The Mobile Entertainment System (MES)is designed for rear seat passenger view-ing only. O The driver must not attempt to operatethe MES while the vehicle is in motion sothat full attention may be given to ve-hicle operation. CAUTION O The glass screen on the liquid crystaldisplay may break...

2. “STOP” button3. “NEXT TRACK/CHAPTER” and “PRE- VIOUS TRACK/CHAPTER” button 4. “TITLE” button5. “ENTER” button6. “DISPLAY” button7. “MODE” button8. “SUBTITLE” button9. “AUDIO” button10. “ANGLE” button11. “CLEAR” button12. “PAUSE” button13. “PLAY” button14. “FAST FORWARD/FAST REVERSE” button 15. “M...

show , and respectively in the upper left corner of the display for 4 seconds. (Faceplate feature only)If media is in activated MENU mode, the NAVIGATION KEYS will be used to navigate Up, Down, Left, and Right within the menu.If display control menu is on, the NAVIGA- TION KEYS will be used to navig...

video players can be connected to the aux- iliary jacks.The auxiliary jacks are color coded for iden- tification purposes. O Yellow - video input O White - left channel audio input O Red - right channel audio input CARE AND MAINTENANCE Use a lightly dampened, lint free cloth to clean the surfaces of...

at extremely close distances to the MES or not at all. O Be careful not to touch the battery ter- minal. O An improperly disposed battery can harm the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. O When changing batteries, do not let dust or oil get on the remote control and h...

When installing a CB, ham radio or car phone in your INFINITI, be sure to observe the following cautions, otherwise the new equipment may adversely affect the engine control system and other electronic parts. WARNING O A cellular telephone should not be usedwhile driving so full attention may begive...

5 Starting and driving Precautions when starting and driving ............... 5-2 Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................... 5-2Three-way catalyst ....................................... 5-3On-pavement and off-road drivingprecautions (for AWD models) ..................... 5-3Tire pressure moni...

WARNING O Do not leave children or adults whowould normally require the support ofothers alone in your vehicle. Pets shouldalso not be left alone. They could acci-dentally injure themselves or othersthrough inadvertent operation of the ve-hicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, tempera-tures in a closed ve...

THREE-WAY CATALYST The three-way catalyst is an emission con- trol device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust gases in the converter are burned at high temperatures to help reduce pollut- ants. WARNING O The exhaust gas and the exhaust systemare very hot. Keep people, animals orflammable materi...

size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure...

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (for models with run-flat tire only) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom- mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure la- bel. (I...

CAUTION Do not place metalized film or any metalparts (antenna, etc.) on the windows. Thismay cause poor reception of the signals fromthe tire pressure sensors, and the TPMS willnot function properly. FCC Notice:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- plianc...

ently and most people underestimate the effects of alcohol.Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix! And that’s true for drugs too (over the counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive if your ability to operate your vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or some other physical condition....

O When a wheel is off the ground due to anunlevel surface, do not spin the wheelexcessively. (AWD models) O When the vehicle is on a free roller or thefront or rear wheels are jacked up, do notstart the engine. The vehicle could lurchforward. (AWD models) The ignition lock is designed so that the ke...

WARNING Never remove or turn the key to the LOCK po-sition while driving. The steering wheel willlock. This may cause the driver to lose con-trol of the vehicle and could result in seriousvehicle damage or personal injury. KEY POSITIONS The switch includes an anti-theft steering lock device.LOCK (No...

The ignition lock is designed so that the ig- nition switch cannot be turned to the LOCK position and removed until the selector lever is moved to the P (Park) position.When turning the ignition switch, make sure the selector lever is in the P position.If the selector lever is not returned to the P ...

ON (Normal operating position) j E : This position turns on the ignition system and electrical accessories. START j F : This position starts the engine. As soon as the engine has started, release the knob immediately. It will automatically return to the ON position.The ignition switch cannot be turn...

1. Apply the parking brake.2. Move the selector lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). (P preferred.)The starter is designed not to operate if the selector lever is in one of the driving positions. 3. Crank the engine with your foot off the accelerator pedal by turning the igni- tion key to START. Releas...

to the LOCK, OFF or ACC position or if the key is removed from the switch. 1. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and push the selector lever button to shift into a driving gear. 2. Release the parking brake and foot brake, then gradually start the vehicle in motion. WARNING O Do not depress the acc...

WARNING Apply the parking brake if the selector leveris in any position while the engine is not run-ning. Failure to do so could cause the vehicleto move unexpectedly or roll away and resultin serious personal injury or propertydamage. If the key is turned to OFF or ACC for any reason while the vehi...

If the lever cannot be moved out of P (Park), have an INFINITI dealer check the automatic transmission system as soon as possible. To apply: Fully depress the parking brake pedal. To release: 1. Firmly apply the foot brake.2. Depress the parking brake pedal and the parking brake will be released. 3....

O If the LDW indicator light illuminates (or-ange), park the vehicle in a safe place.Turn the engine off and re-start the en-gine. If the LDW indicator light continuesto illuminate, have the system checkedby an INFINITI dealer. O Excessive noise will interfere withwarning system chime sound and thec...

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) camera unit maintenance The LDW camera unit j 1 for the LDW system is located inside the map light cover.To keep the LDW system operating prop- erly, be sure to observe the following: O Always keep the windshield clean. The sensing capability of the camera unit depends o...

O If the SET indicator light blinks, turn the cruise control main switch off and have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer. O The SET indicator light may blink when the cruise control main switch is turned on while pushing the RESUME/ACCELERATE, SET/COAST, or CANCEL switch. To properly set the c...

O The cruise control will automatically be cancelled if the vehicle slows down below approximately 8 MPH (13 km/h). O Move the selector lever to N (Neutral) position. The SET indicator light will go out. To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of the following three methods:a) Depress the accel...

using the accelerator pedal. Always stay alert and avoid using the ICC systemwhen it is not recommended in this sec-tion. VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE MODE OPERATION Always pay attention to the operation of the vehicle and be ready to manually con- trol the proper following distance. The vehicle-to-v...

For Canadian models, the speed is dis- played in km/h. 3. MAIN switch indicator light (Green) Indicates that the MAIN switch is ON. 4. Vehicle ahead detection indicator Indicates whether it detects a vehicle in front of you. 5. Set distance indicator Displays the selected distance between vehicles s...

off when not using the Intelligent CruiseControl. To set cruising speed, accelerate your ve- hicle to the desired speed, push the SET/COAST switch and release it. (Vehicle ahead detection indicator, set distance in- dicator and set vehicle speed indicator come on.) Take your foot off the accelerator...

1. System set display with vehicle ahead 2. System set display without vehicle ahead System operation WARNING Normally when controlling the distance to avehicle ahead, this system automatically ac-celerates or decelerates your vehicle ac-cording to the speed of the vehicle ahead.Depress the accelera...

Vehicle ahead not detected: When a vehicle is no longer detected ahead, the ICC system gradually acceler- ates your vehicle to resume the previously set vehicle speed. The ICC system then maintains the set speed.When a vehicle is no longer detected the vehicle ahead detection indicator turns off.If ...

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one of the following methods: O Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push the SET/COAST switch and release it. O Push and hold the SET/COAST switch. The set vehicle speed will decrease by approximately 5 MPH (5 km/h for Can...

O The distance to the vehicle ahead will change according to the vehicle speed. The higher the vehicle speed, the longer the distance. O If the engine is stopped, the set dis- tance becomes “long”. (Each time the engine is started, the initial setting be- comes “long”.) Approach warning If your vehi...

NOTE:The approach warning chime may sound and the system display may blink when the ICC sensor detects some reflectors j A which are fitted on vehicles in other lanes or on the side of the road. This may cause the ICC system to decelerate or accelerate the vehicle. The ICC sensor may detect these re...

O When strong light (sunlight, etc.) is di- rectly shining on the front of the vehicle Action to take: When the conditions listed above are no longer present, turn the system off using the Intelligent Cruise Control MAIN Switch. Turn the ICC system back on to use the system. Condition B When the sen...

hicle is still driveable under normal condi- tions, have the vehicle checked at an INFINITI dealer. Sensor maintenance The sensor for the ICC system j A is located below the front bumper.To keep the ICC system operating properly, be sure to observe the following: O Always keep the sensor clean. Wipe...

O Always confirm the setting in the Intelli-gent Cruise Control system display. O Do not use the conventional (fixedspeed) cruise control mode when drivingunder the following conditions: - when it is not possible to keep the ve- hicle at a set speed - in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in sp...

Operating conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode To turn on the conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode, push and hold the MAIN switch j A for longer than about 1.5 seconds.When pushing the MAIN switch on, the In- telligent Cruise Control system display and the CRUISE indicator light ...

have the vehicle checked at an INFINITI dealer. PREVIEW FUNCTION (for Intelligent Cruise Control system equipped models) The ICC system with the preview function identifies the need to apply emergency braking by sensing the vehicle ahead in the same lane and the distance to the vehicle ahead and rel...

WARNING O Do not stop or park the vehicle over flam-mable materials such as dry grass, wastepaper or rags. They may ignite and causea fire. O Never leave the engine running while thevehicle is unattended. O Never leave children unattended in thevehicle. O Safe parking procedures require thatboth the...

O HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO CURB: j 3 Turn the wheels toward the side of the road so the vehicle will move away from the center of the road if it moves. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK po- sition and remove the key (if a metal key is used). The power assisted steering is designed to use ...

Parking brake break-in Break-in the parking brake shoes when- ever the stopping effect of the parking brake is weakened or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced, in order to assure the best braking performance.This procedure is described in the vehicle Service Manual and ...

braking abruptly or when braking on slip- pery surfaces. The system detects the rota- tion speed at each wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent each wheel from locking and sliding. By preventing wheel lockup, the system helps the driver maintain steering control and helps to minimize s...

on the Tire and Loading Informationlabel. See “Vehicle identification” in the“9. Technical and consumer information”section. When accelerating or driving on a slippery surface, the tires may spin or slide. With the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system, sensors detect these movements and con- trol th...

FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer or glycerin to it through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole. ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), chec...

loading your vehicle when using tire chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed. Otherwise, your vehicle may be damaged and/or vehicle handling and performance may be adversely af- fected. O Never install tire chains on TEMPO- RARY USE ONLY spare tires. O Do not use tire chains on dry roads. O Ti...

6 In case of emergency Roadside assistance program............................ 6-2Flat tire ............................................................. 6-2 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....... 6-2Run-flat tires (if so equipped) ....................... 6-3Changing a flat tire ...............

Every new INFINITI comes with a 4 year, unlimited mileage Roadside Assistance plan. In the event of a roadside emergency, Roadside Assistance Service is available to you. Please refer to your INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet for details. Both the Warranty Booklet and Roadside Assistance Calling...

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have a flat tire, follow the instruc- tions below. Stopping the vehicle 1. Safely move the vehicle off the road away from traffic. 2. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.3. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Shift the selector lever in P (Park) position....

Getting the spare tire and tools Pull up the floor cover j 1 and hang the strap to upper body j 2 as illustrated. j A : Turn the retainer counterclockwise j 3 and remove the spare tire. j B : Turn the retainer counterclockwise j 3 , re- move the subwoofer j 4 and place it on the side of the luggage ...

Removing wheel cap To remove the wheel cap, use the jack rod covered with a cloth j 1 as illustrated. CAUTION Do not use your hands to pry off wheel capsor wheel covers. Doing so could result in per-sonal injury. Jacking up the vehicle and removing the damaged tire Carefully read the caution label a...

The jack should be used on level firm ground. 3. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns by turning counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the wheel nuts until the tire is off the ground. 4. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire clears the ground. To lift the vehicle, se- cure...

Installing the spare tire The T-type spare tire is designed for emer- gency use. See specific instructions under the heading “Wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. 1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface between the wheel and hub. 2. Carefully put the spare tire on ...

To start your engine with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be followed. WARNING O If done incorrectly, jump starting canlead to a battery explosion, resulting insevere injury or death. It could also dam-age your vehicle. O Explosive hydrogen gas is alwayspresent in the ...

WARNING Always follow the instructions below. Failureto do so could result in damage to the charg-ing system and cause personal injury. 1. If the booster battery is in another ve- hicle j A , position the two vehicles ( j A and the jumped vehicle: j B ) to bring their batteries into close proximity ...

7. After starting your engine, carefully dis- connect the negative cable and then the positive cable ( j 4 → j 3 → j 2 → j 1 ). 8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped). Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to cover the vent holes as it may be con- taminated with corrosive acid. Do not attempt to s...

WARNING O Do not continue to drive if your vehicleoverheats. Doing so could cause enginedamage or a vehicle fire. O To avoid the danger of being scalded,never remove the radiator cap while theengine is still hot. When the radiator capis removed, pressurized hot water willspurt out, possibly causing ...

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provin- cial in Canada) and local regulations for towing must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment could damage your vehicle. Towing instructions are available from an INFINITI dealer. Local service operators are generally familiar with the applicable laws and...

TOWING RECOMMENDED BY INFINITITwo-wheel drive (2WD) models INFINITI recommends that your vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck as illustrated. CAUTION O Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or fou...

All-wheel drive (AWD) models INFINITI recommends that towing dollies be used when towing your vehicle or the vehicle be placed on a flat bed truck as il- lustrated. CAUTION Never tow AWD models with any of thewheels on the ground as this may cause seri-ous and expensive damage to the powertrain. j 1...

Make sure that the hook is properly se- cured in the stored place after use. WARNING O Stand clear of a stuck vehicle. O Do not spin your tires at high speed. Thiscould cause them to explode and resultin serious injury. Parts of your vehiclecould also overheat and be damaged. CAUTION O Tow chains or...

7 Appearance and care Cleaning exterior .............................................. 7-2 Washing...................................................... 7-2Waxing........................................................ 7-2Removing spots ........................................... 7-2Underbody .........

In order to maintain the appearance of your vehicle, it is important to take proper care of it.In the following cases, please wash your vehicle as soon as possible to protect the paint surface. O After a rainfall to prevent possible dam- age from acid rain O After driving on coastal roads O When con...

from the surface of the paint to avoid lasting damage or staining. Special cleaning products are available at an INFINITI dealer or any automotive acces- sory store. UNDERBODY In areas where road salt is used in winter, the underbody must be cleaned regularly. This will prevent dirt and salt from bu...

Occasionally remove loose dust from the interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean, soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution, then wipe clean with a dry soft cloth.Regular care and cleaning is required in or...

SEAT BELTS The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap solution. Allow the belts to dry com- pletely before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance” in the “1. Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section. WARNING Do not allow wet seat b...

CAUTION O NEVER remove dirt, sand or other debrisfrom the passenger compartment bywashing it out with a hose. Remove dirtwith a vacuum cleaner or broom. O Never allow water or other liquids tocome in contact with electronic compo-nents inside the vehicle as this maydamage them. Chemicals used for ro...

Your new INFINITI has been designed to have minimum maintenance requirements with longer service intervals to save you both time and money. However, some day- to-day and regular maintenance is essential to maintain your INFINITI’s good mechani- cal condition, as well as its emission and en- gine per...

EXPLANATION OF GENERAL MAINTENANCE ITEMS Additional information on the following items with “*” is found later in this sec- tion. Outside the vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless oth- erwise specified. Doors and engine hood: Check that all doors and...

Inside the vehicle The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc. Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor ...

diately locate the trouble and correct it. See “Precautions when starting and driving” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for exhaust gas (Carbon mon- oxide). Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a while. Water dri...

O If you must work with the enginerun-ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair andtools away from moving fans, belts andany other moving parts. O It is advisable to secure or remove anyloose clothing and any jewelry, such asrings, watches, etc. before working onyour vehicle. O Always wear eye protectio...

The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti- freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors, therefore additional cooling system additives are not necessary. WARNING O Never remove the radiator cap when theengine ...

If the engine cooling system frequently re- quires coolant, have it checked by an INFINITI dealer. CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT O Major cooling system repairs should be performed by an INFINITI dealer. The service procedures can be found in the appropriate INFINITI Service Manual. O Improper servicing ca...

O Waste coolant must be disposed of properly. Check your local regulations. 2. Close the radiator drain plug j B se- curely after the coolant is drained. 3. Fill the radiator slowly with the proper mixture of anti-freeze solution and demineralized water/distilled water. Fill the reservoir tank up to...

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER Change the engine oil and filter according to the maintenance intervals shown in the INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide. Vehicle set-up 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake. 2. Run the engine until it reaches oper- ating temperature. 3...

O Waste oil must be disposed of prop- erly. O Check your local regulations. 4. Loosen the oil filter with an oil filter wrench j 2 . Remove the oil filter by turning it by hand. 5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag. Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket remaining on th...

d. Install the other bolts that hold the un- dercover in place. Be careful not to strip the bolts or over-tighten them. 2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground. 3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly. WARNING O Prolonged and repeated contact withused engine oil may cause skin cancer. O Try...

Check the fluid level in the brake fluid res- ervoir j A . If the fluid is below the MIN line or the brake warning light comes on, add Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent to DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX line. If fluid must be added fre- quently, the system should be thoroughly che...

WARNING Anti-freeze is poisonous and should bestored carefully in marked containers out ofthe reach of children. CAUTION Do not substitute engine anti-freeze coolantfor window washer solution. This may resultin damage to the paint. O Do not fill the window washer reservoirtank with washer fluid conc...

If the side of the battery is not visible, check the distilled water level by looking directly above the cell; j 1 indicates OK and j 2 needs more to be added. JUMP STARTING If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. If the engine does not start by j...

WARNING Be sure the ignition key is in the OFF or LOCKposition. The engine could rotate unexpect-edly. 1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying, oil adhe- sion or looseness. If the belt is in poor condition or loose, have it replaced or adjusted by an INFINITI dealer. 2...

If maintenance is required, see an INFINITI dealer for servicing.The filter element should not be cleaned and reused. Replace it according to the maintenance log shown in your “INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide”. When re- placing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and the co...

REPLACING Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.1. Pull the wiper arm.2. Push and hold the release tab j A , then move the wiper blade down the wiper arm to remove j 1 . 3. Insert the new wiper blade to the wiper arm until a click sounds. If necessary, clean the windshield washer nozzle j A with...

Contact an INFINITI dealer if checking or replacement is required. CHECKING PARKING BRAKE From the released position, depress the parking brake pedal slowly and firmly, and check the distance between the initial and final position of the pedal j A . If it is out of the range shown above, see an INFI...

WARNING See an INFINITI dealer for a brake systemcheck if the brake pedal height does not re-turn to normal. Brake pad wear indicators The disc brake pads on your vehicle have audible wear indicators. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping or screeching sound whe...

KEYFOB (Except Intelligent Key) Replace the battery as follows:1. Open the lid j 1 using a suitable tool j 2 . 2. Replace the battery j 3 with a new one. Set the battery with the “—” side j 4 up. Recommended battery: CR2025 or equivalent Make sure that the ! side faces the bottom case. 3. Close the ...

FCC Notice:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device com- plies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1...

1. Clearance light/Daytime running light (Canada) 2. Headlight (low-beam, high-beam)3. Front turn signal light4. Front side marker light5. Interior light/Map light6. Ceiling light (if so equipped)7. Rear personal light8. Luggage light (side)9. Front fog light10. Step light11. High-mounted stop light...

HEADLIGHTSReplacing If replacement is required, see an INFINITI dealer. Xenon headlight bulb: WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE When xenon headlights are on, they producea high voltage. To prevent an electric shock,never attempt to modify or disassemble. Al-ways have your xenon headlights replaced atan INFINITI ...

Replacement procedures All other lights are either type A, B, C or D. When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens and/or cover. MDI0006 SDI1727A j A Front side marker light j B Front turn signal j C Clearance light 8-32 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Z 05.11.1/S50-D/V5.0 X

If you have a flat tire, see “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emergency” section. TIRE PRESSURETire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) This vehicle is equipped with the tire pres- sure monitoring system (TPMS). It moni- tors tire pressure of all tires except the spare. When the low tire pressure war...

O Do not drive your vehicle over 85 MPH (137 km/h) unless it is equipped with high speed rated tires. Driving faster than 85 MPH (137 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. O For additional information re- garding tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Information” (U...

originally installed on the vehicle at the factory. j 4 Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold. Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The recom- mended cold tire...

TIRE LABELING Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also pro- vides the tire identification number (TIN) for safety standard certification. The ...

TYPES OF TIRES WARNING O When changing or replacing tires, besure all four tires are of the same type(Examples: Summer, All Season, or Snowand construction. An INFINITI dealermay be able to help you with informationabout tire type, size, speed rating andavailability. O Replacement tires may have a l...

O Do not enter an automated car wash witha punctured run-flat tire. O Have the punctured tire replaced by anINFINITI dealer as soon as possible, asthe tire’s performance capability is re-duced. All-wheel drive (AWD) models CAUTION O Always use tires of the same type, size,brand, construction (bias, ...

CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES Tire rotationINFINITI recommends rotating the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). See “Flat tire” in the “6. In case of emer- gency” section of this manual for tire re- placing procedures. As soon as possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque with a torque wr...

1. Wear indicator 2. Location mark Tire wear and damage WARNING O Tires should be periodically in- spected for wear, cracking, bulging or objects caught in the tread. If excessive wear, cracks, bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire(s) should be replaced. O The original tires have built-in tread w...

ciency and/or early brake pad wear.Refer to “Wheels and tires” in the “9.Technical and consumer information”section of this manual for wheel off-setdimensions. O When a spare tire is mounted or a wheelis replaced, tire pressure will not be indi-cated, the TPMS will not function and thelow tire press...

9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .... 9-2 Fuel recommendation .................................. 9-3Engine oil and oil filter recommendation....... 9-5Recommended SAE viscosity number ........... 9-6Air conditioning system refrigerant andlubricant recom...

The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure in- structed in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate) Recommended specifications US measure...

FUEL RECOMMENDATIONVK45DE engine In order to maintain engine and exhaust system durability and performance, un- leaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96) must be used.If premium gasoline is not available, un- leaded regular...

specified quality oils and filters. Oil and fil- ter other than the specified quality, or oil and filter change intervals longer than rec- ommended could reduce engine life. Damage to engines caused by improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered by...

ENGINE Model VQ35DE VK45DE Type Gasoline, 4-cycle Gasoline, 4-cycle Cylinder arrangement 6-cylinder, V-slantedat 60° 8-cylinder, V-slantedat 90° Bore 3 Stroke in (mm) 3.760 3 3.205 (95.5 3 81.4) 3.661 3 3.256 (93.0 3 82.7) Displacement cu in (cm 3 ) 213.45 (3,498) 274.2 (4,494) Firing order 1-2-3-4-...

When planning to travel in another country, you should first find out if the fuel available is suitable for your vehicle’s en- gine.Using fuel with too low an octane rating may cause engine damage. All gasoline ve- hicles must be operated with unleaded en- gine gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking your...

Use the following steps to mount the li- cense plate:Before mounting the license plate, confirm that the following parts are enclosed in the vinyl bag. O License plate bracket O J-nut x 2 O Screw x 2 O Screw grommet x 2 1. Temporarily place the license plate bracket j 1 while aligning part j 2 of th...

8. Install the license plate bracket with screws j 10 . 9. Install the license plate with bolts that are no longer than 0.55 inch (14 mm). WARNING O It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seri- ously inju...

trailer tongue weight must be in- cluded as part of the cargo load. This information is located on the Tire and Loading Information label (if so equipped). O Cargo capacity - permissible weight of cargo, the subtracted weight of oc- cupants from the load limit. VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITY Do not exceed th...

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be trans- ferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this re- duces the available cargo and lug- gage load capacity of your vehicle. Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm that you do not exceed the Gross Ve...

WARNING Overloading or improper loading of a trailerand its cargo can adversely affect vehiclehandling, braking and performance and maylead to accidents. CAUTION O Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy loadfor the first 500 miles (800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts could bedamaged. O For the f...

CAUTION Vehicle damage resulting from impropertowing procedures are not covered byINFINITI warranties. Tongue load Keep the tongue load between 9 to 11% of the total trailer load within the maximum tongue load limits shown in the following Towing Load/Specifications Chart. If the tongue load becomes...

TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART Unit: lb (kg) VQ35DE VK45DE MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1 3,500 (1,588) MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD 350 (159) GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING 8,000 (3,629) 8,100 (3,674) RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT*2 Sway Control Device (SCD) *1: All towing above 1,000 lb (4...

be at least 2 threads showing beyond the lock washer and nut. Class I hitch Class I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb (909 kg). Class II hitch Class II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball mount and hitch ball...

Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking system, make sure it conforms to federal and/or local regulations and that it is prop- erly installed. WARNING Never connect a trailer brake system directlyto the vehicle brake system. Pre-towing tips O Be certain your vehicle maintains a lev...

air conditioner. Coolant heat can be ad- ditionally vented by opening the win- dows, switching the fan control to high and setting the temperature control to the HOT position. O Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal circumstances. O Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km). O ...

O DO NOT tow any automatic transmissionvehicle with all four wheels on theground (flat towing). Doing so WILLDAMAGE internal transmission parts dueto lack of transmission lubrication. O For emergency towing procedures, see“Towing recommended by INFINITI” inthe “6. In case of emergency” section ofthi...

mance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is estab-lished for a tire that is properly inflated andnot overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-rately or in combination, can cause heatbuild-u...

You may notify INFINITI by contacting our Consumer Affairs Department, toll- free, at 1-800-662-6200. A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) should never be tested using a two wheel dynamometer (such as the dyna- mometers used by some states for emis- sions testing), or similar equipment. Mak...

3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 9 minutes. 4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine run- ning. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h) and maintain the speed for 20 seconds. 6. Repeat steps 4 and...

A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the best source of service and repair informa- tion for your vehicle. Filled with wiring dia- grams, illustrations and step-by-step diag- nostic and adjustment procedures, this manual is the same one used by the factory trained technicians working at authorized I...

Why should you take a chance? In over 40 states and certain territories/ provinces, the law says you must be ad- vised if non-genuine parts are used to re- pair your vehicle. And some states and provinces have enacted laws that restrict insurance companies from authorizing the use of non-genuine col...

FUEL RECOMMENDATION:VK45DE engine In order to maintain engine and exhaust system durability and performance, un- leaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research octane number 96) must be used.If premium gasoline is not available, un- leaded regula...