key INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE 2010 User Guide

8. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
This indicator appears when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the battery
with a new one. (See “INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section.)
9. Engine start operation indicator
(Manual Transmission models)
This indicator means that the engine will start
by pushing the ignition switch with the clutch
pedal depressed.
10. Parking brake release warning
This warning appears when the vehicle speed is
above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the parking brake is
applied.
11. Low fuel warning
This warning appears when the fuel level in the
tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches the empty (E) position.
There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the
tank when the fuel gauge reaches the empty (E)
position.
12. Low washer fluid warning
This warning appears when the washer tank
fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as
necessary. (See “WINDOW WASHER FLUID” in
the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion.)
13. Door/trunk open warning (ignition
switch is in the ON position)
This warning appears if any of the doors and/or
the trunk lid are open or not closed securely.
The vehicle icon indicates which door or the
trunk lid is open on the display.
14. Loose fuel cap warning (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the fuel-filler cap is
not tightened correctly after the vehicle has
been refueled. (SeeFUEL-FILLER DOORin the
3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments sec-
tion.)
15. Check tire pressure warning (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the low tire pres-
sure warning light in the meter illuminates to
indicate the low tire pressure. If this warning
appears, stop the vehicle and adjust the tire
pressure to the recommended COLD tire pres- sure shown on the Tire and Loading Information
label. (See
Low tire pressure warning light
earlier in this section and TIRE PRESSURE
WARNING SYSTEM (TPMS) in the5. Starting
and driving section.)
16. “Time to rest” indicator
This indicator appears when the set “time to
rest” indicator activates. You can set the time
for up to 6 hours. (See “TRIP COMPUTER” later
in this section.)
17. Low outside temperature warning
This warning appears if the outside temperature
is below 37°F (3°C). The warning can be set not
to be displayed. (See “TRIP COMPUTER” later in
this section.)
18. Cruise indicator
Cruise main switch indicator
The indicator is displayed when the cruise
control main switch is pushed. When the main
switch is pushed again, the indicator disap-
pears. When the cruise control main switch
indicator is displayed, the cruise control system
is operational.
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7. Warning check
SKIP
Push the
switchAto move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switchBto select other
menus.
DETAIL
This item is available only when a warning is
displayed.
Select this menu to see the details of warnings. Your vehicle has two types of security systems,
as follows:
●Vehicle security system
● 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 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 Intelligent Key(s)
in the vehicle, and always lock it when unat-
tended. Be aware of your surroundings, and
park in secure, well-lit areas whenever pos-
sible.
Many devices offering additional protection,
such as component locks, identification mark-
ers, and tracking systems, are available at auto
supply stores and specialty shops. Your INFINITI
retailer may also offer such equipment. Check
with your insurance company to see if you may
be eligible for discounts for various theft pro-
tection features.
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How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows.
The system can be armed even if the windows
are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-tion.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the ve- hicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with the
Intelligent Key, door handle request
switch, power door lock switch or me-
chanical key. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light
stays on for about 30 seconds. The ve-
hicle security system is now pre-armed.
After about 30 seconds the vehicle secu-
rity system automatically shifts into the
armed phase. The security light begins to
flash once every approximately 3 sec-
onds. If, during this 30-second pre-arm
time period, the door is unlocked, or the
ignition switch is pushed to ACC or ON,
the system will not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers are in
the vehicle, the system will activate with all
doors, hood, and trunk lid locked with the igni-
tion switch in the LOCK position. When pushing
the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position, the
system will be released.
Vehicle security system activation
The vehicle security system will give the follow-
ing alarm:
● The headlights blink and the horn sounds
intermittently.
● The alarm automatically turns off after ap-
proximately 1 minute. However, the alarm
reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with
again.
The alarm is activated by: ●
Unlocking the door or opening the trunk lid
without using the button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or the
mechanical key. (Even if the door is opened
by releasing the door inside lock knob, the
alarm will activate.)
● Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarm
The alarm will stop by unlocking a door by
pushing the unlock button on the Intelligent
Key, the door handle request switch or using
the mechanical key, or when the ignition switch
is pushed to the ACC or ON position.
If the system does not operate as described
above, have it checked by an INFINITI retailer.
INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System will not
allow the engine to start without the use of the
registered Intelligent Key. Never leave these
keys in the vehicle.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC rules for
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System (CONT
ASSY - CARD SLOT)
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Opera-
tion is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference 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 AUTHOR-
ITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
Security indicator light
The security indicator light is located on the
meter panel. It indicates the status of the
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch was in
the LOCK position. This function indicates the
security systems equipped on the vehicle are
operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System is
malfunctioning, this light will remain on while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.If the light still remains on and/or the engine will
not start, see an INFINITI retailer for INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System service as soon as
possible. Please bring all Intelligent Keys that
you have when visiting an INFINITI retailer for
service.
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GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to help
prevent injury in an accident or a sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle
1.
To close, push the lid in until the lock latches.
To lock
2/unlock3the glove box, use the
mechanical key. For the mechanical key usage,
see “KEYS” in the “3. Pre-driving checks and
adjustments” section.
CONSOLE BOX
To open the console boxes, push the knobA
and pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until latched.
The inner tray (if so equipped) can be moved to
the front or rear position.
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MAP LIGHTS
Push the button as illustrated to turn the light
on or off.
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
The interior light control switch has three posi-
tions: ON, DOOR and OFF.
ON position
When the switch is in the ON position1the
map lights will illuminate.
DOOR position
When the switch is in the DOOR position2, the
map lights will illuminate under the following
conditions:
● ignition switch is switched to the OFF or
LOCK position
– remain on for about 15 seconds. ●
doors are unlocked by pushing the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key or door handle
request switch with the ignition switch in the
LOCK position
– remain on for about 15 seconds.
● any door is opened and then closed with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
– remain on for about 15 seconds.
● any door is opened with the ignition switch
in the ACC or ON position
– remain on while the door is opened. When the door is closed, the lights go off.
The lights will also turn off after 15 minutes when
the lights remain illuminated after the ignition
switch has been pushed to the OFF or LOCK po-
sition to prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
When the auto interior illumination is set to the
OFF position (see “VEHICLE INFORMATION AND
SETTINGS” in the “4. Monitor, climate, audio,
phone and voice recognition systems” section),
the lights will illuminate under the following
condition:
● any door is opened with the ignition switch
in any position
– remain on while the door is opened. When the door is closed, the lights go off.
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys............................................. 3-2
Intelligent Key ................................. 3-2
Valet hand-off .................................. 3-3
Doors ............................................ 3-4
Locking with mechanical key .................... 3-4
Opening and closing windows with the
mechanical key ................................ 3-4
Locking with inside lock knob ................... 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ............. 3-5
Automatic door locks ........................... 3-5
Intelligent Key system ............................. 3-6
Intelligent Key operating range .................. 3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution .................. 3-8
Intelligent Key operation ........................ 3-9
Battery saver system ........................... 3-11
Warning signals ................................ 3-11
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-12
Remote keyless entry system ......................3-14
How to use remote keyless entry system ........3-14
Hood ............................................. 3-17
Retractable hard top .............................. 3-18
Before operating the retractable hard top .......3-18 When operating the retractable hard top
........3-20
Indicators for the retractable hard top ..........3-22
Opening the retractable hard top ...............3-22
Closing the retractable hard top ................3-23
If the retractable hard top does not open
or close electrically ............................ 3-23
Operating the retractable hard top using
the Intelligent Key ............................. 3-24
Initializing of the retractable hard top ...........3-24
Troubleshooting guide ......................... 3-26
Trunk lid ........................................ 3-28
Trunk lid release switch ........................ 3-28
Trunk open request switch .....................3-28
Auto closure .................................. 3-28
Trunk release power cancel switch ..............3-29
Interior trunk lid release ....................... 3-30
Fuel-filler door ................................... 3-32
Opening the fuel-filler door ....................3-32
Fuel-filler cap ................................. 3-33
Tilt/telescopic
steering........................... 3-34
Manual operation (if so equipped) ..............3-35
Electric operation (if so equipped) ..............3-35
Sun visors ....................................... 3-35
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A key number plate is supplied with your keys.
Record the key number and keep it in a safe
place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle. If
you lose your keys, see an INFINITI retailer for
duplicates by using the key number. INFINITI
does not record any key numbers so it is very
important to keep track of your key number
plate.
A key number is only necessary when you have
lost all keys and do not have one to duplicate
from. If you still have a key, this key can be
duplicated by an INFINITI retailer.
1. Intelligent Keys (2)
2. Mechanical keys (inside the Keys) (2)
3. Key number plate (1)
INTELLIGENT KEY
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intelli-
gent Keys which are registered to your vehicle’s
Intelligent Key system components and INFINITI
Vehicle Immobilizer System components. As
many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered
and used with one vehicle. The new keys must
be registered by an INFINITI retailer prior to use
with the Intelligent Key system and INFINITI
Vehicle Immobilizer System of your vehicle.
Since the registration process requires erasing
all memory in the Intelligent Key componentswhen registering new keys, be sure to take all
Intelligent Keys that you have to the INFINITI
retailer.
It is possible that the Intelligent Key functions
become canceled. Contact an INFINITI retailer.
CAUTION
●
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when driving. The Intelligent Key is a preci-
sion device with a built-in transmitter. To
avoid damaging it, please note the
following.
– The Intelligent Key is water resistant; however, wetting may damage the Intelli-
gent Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is completely
dry.
– Do not bend, drop or strike it against an- other object.
– Do not place the Intelligent Key for an extended period in a place where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).
– Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key.
– Do not use a magnet key holder.
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– Do not place the Intelligent Key near anelectric appliance such as a television set
or personal computer.
– Do not allow the Intelligent Key to come into contact with water or salt water, and
do not wash it in a washing machine. This
could affect the system function.
● If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI
recommends erasing the ID code of that In-
telligent Key. This will prevent the Intelli-
gent Key from unauthorized use to unlock
the vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, please contact an
INFINITI retailer.
Mechanical key
To remove the mechanical key, release the lock
knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it
into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob
returns to the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the
doors, glove box and the interior trunk lid
release, if they are equipped with a key cylin-
der.
See “DOORS” later in this section, “TRUNK LID”
later in this section and “STORAGE” in the “2.
Instruments and controls” section.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key installed in
the key.
VALET HAND-OFF
When you have to leave a key with a valet, give
them the Intelligent Key itself and keep the
mechanical key with you to protect your belong-
ings.
To prevent the glove box and the trunk from
being opened during valet hand-off, follow the
procedures below.
1. Push the trunk release power cancel switch to the CANCEL side.
2. Remove the mechanical key from the In- telligent Key.
3. Lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
4. Hand the Intelligent Key to the valet, keeping the mechanical key in your
pocket or bag for insertion into the Intel-
ligent Key when you retrieve your vehicle.
See “TRUNK LID” later in this section and
“STORAGE” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.
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WARNING
●Always have the doors locked while driving.
Along with the use of seat belts, this pro-
vides greater safety in the event of an acci-
dent by helping to prevent persons from be-
ing thrown from the vehicle. This also helps
keep children and others from unintention-
ally opening the doors, and will help keep
out intruders.
● Before opening any door, always look for and
avoid oncoming traffic.
● Do not leave children unattended inside the
vehicle. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls. Unattended children
could become involved in serious accidents.
LOCKING WITH MECHANICAL KEY
The power door lock system allows you to lock
or unlock all doors simultaneously using the
mechanical key.
● Turning the driver’s door key cylinder to the
rear of the vehicle
1will lock all doors.
● Turning the driver’s door key cylinder once
to the front of the vehicle
2will unlock the
driver’s door. After returning the key to the
neutral position
3, turning it to the front
again within 5 seconds will unlock all doors. ●
You can switch the lock system to the mode
that allows you to open all the doors when
the key is turned once. (See “HOW TO USE
SETTING BUTTON” in the “4. Monitor, cli-
mate, audio, phone and voice recognition
systems” section.)
OPENING AND CLOSING WINDOWS
WITH THE MECHANICAL KEY
The driver’s door key operation also allows you
to open and close the window that is equipped
with the automatic open/close function. (See
“POWER WINDOWS” in the “2. Instruments and
controls” section.)
To open the window, turn the driver’s door key
cylinder to the rear of the vehicle for longer than
1 second . The door is unlocked and the window
keeps opening while turning the key.
This function can also be performed by pushing
and holding the UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key. (See “REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYS-
TEM” later in this section.)
To close the windows, turn the driver’s door key
cylinder to the front of the vehicle for longer
than 1 second . The door is locked and the
window keeps closing while turning the key.
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