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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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LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB
To lock the door individually, move the inside
lock knob to the lock position
1then close the
door.
To unlock, move the inside lock knob to the
unlock position
2.
When locking the door without an Intelligent
Key, be sure not to leave the Intelligent Key
inside the vehicle.
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
Operating the power door lock switch will lock
or unlock all the doors. The switches are lo-
cated on the driver’s and front passenger’s door
armrests.
To lock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the lock position
1with the driver’s
or front passenger’s door open, then close the
door.
When locking the door this way, be certain not to
leave the Intelligent Key inside the vehicle. To unlock the doors including the fuel-filler
door, push the power door lock switch to the
unlock position
2.
Lockout protection
When the power door lock switch (driver or front
passenger) is moved to the lock position with
the Intelligent Key in the port and any door
open, all doors will lock and unlock automati-
cally. With the Intelligent Key left in the vehicle
(not in the Intelligent Key port) and any door
open, all doors will unlock automatically and a
chime will sound after the door is closed.
These functions help to prevent the Intelligent
Key from being accidentally locked inside the
vehicle.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
●
All doors lock automatically when the ve-
hicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24 km/h).
● All doors unlock automatically when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
The automatic unlock function can be deacti-
vated or activated. To deactivate or activate the
automatic door unlock system, perform the
following procedure:
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion.
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3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2,push and hold the power door lock switch
to the
position (UNLOCK) for more
than 5 seconds.
4. When activated, the hazard indicator will flash twice. When deactivated, the hazard
indicator will flash once.
5. The ignition switch must be placed in the OFF and ON position again between each
setting change.
When the automatic door unlock system is
deactivated, the doors do not unlock when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. To
unlock the door manually, use the inside lock
knob or the power door lock switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s side).
WARNING
●Radio waves could adversely affect electric
medical equipment. Those who use a pace-
maker should contact the electric medical
equipment manufacturer for the possible in-
fluences before use.
● The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves
when the buttons are pushed. The FAA ad-
vises that the radio waves may affect aircraft
navigation and communication systems. Do
not operate the Intelligent Key while on an
airplane. Make sure the buttons are not op-
erated unintentionally when the unit is
stored during a flight.
The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door and the trunk lid lock using the remote
controller function or pushing the request
switch on the vehicle without taking the key out
from a pocket or purse. The operating environ-
ment and/or conditions may affect the Intelli-
gent Key system operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.
CAUTION
● Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with you
when operating the vehicle.
● Never leave the Intelligent Key in the vehicle
when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating
with the vehicle as it receives radio waves. The
Intelligent Key system transmits weak radio
waves. Environmental conditions may interfere
with the operation of the Intelligent Key system
under the following operating conditions.
● When operating near a location where strong
radio waves are transmitted, such as a TV
tower, power station and broadcasting sta-
tion.
● When in possession of wireless equipment,
such as a cellular telephone, transceiver,
and CB radio.
● When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or
covered by metallic materials.
● When any type of radio wave remote control
is used nearby.
● When the Intelligent Key is placed near an
electric appliance such as a personal com-
puter.
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
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●When the vehicle is parked near a parking
meter.
In such cases, correct the operating conditions
before using the Intelligent Key function or use
the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies depend-
ing on the operating conditions, the battery’s
life is approximately 2 years. If the battery is
discharged, replace it with a new one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is almost dis-
charged, insert the Intelligent Key into the
Intelligent Key port to start the engine. For more
details, see “PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH”
in the “5. Starting and driving” section. Replace
the discharged battery with a new one as soon
as possible.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously receiv-
ing radio waves, if the key is left near equip-
ment which transmits strong radio waves, such
as signals from a TV and personal computer, the
battery life may become shorter.
For information regarding replacement of a bat-
tery, see “INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACE-
MENT” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section. For models with a steering wheel lock mecha-
nism: Because the steering wheel is locked
electrically, unlocking the steering wheel with
the ignition switch in the LOCK position is
impossible when the vehicle battery is com-
pletely discharged. Pay special attention that
the vehicle battery is not completely dis-
charged.
As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered
and used with one vehicle. For information
about the purchase and use of additional Intel-
ligent Keys, contact an INFINITI retailer.
CAUTION
●
Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which con-
tains electrical components, to come into
contact with water or salt water. This could
affect the system function.
● Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
● Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
against another object.
● Do not change or modify the Intelligent Key.
● Wetting may damage the Intelligent Key. If
the Intelligent Key gets wet, immediately
wipe until it is completely dry. ●
If the outside temperature is below 14°F
(10°C) degrees, the battery of the Intelli-
gent Key may not function properly.
● Do not place the Intelligent Key for an ex-
tended period in an area where tempera-
tures exceed 140°F (60°C).
● Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a key
holder that contains a magnet.
● Do not place the Intelligent Key near equip-
ment that produces a magnetic field, such as
a TV, audio equipment and personal
computers.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI
recommends erasing the ID code of that Intelli-
gent Key from the vehicle. This may prevent the
unauthorized use of the Intelligent Key to oper-
ate the vehicle. For information regarding the
erasing procedure, contact an INFINITI retailer.
The Intelligent key function can be disabled. For
information about disabling the Intelligent key
function, contact an INFINITI retailer.
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INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the specified
operating range from the request switch
1.
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged
or strong radio waves are present near the
operating location, the Intelligent Key system’s
operating range becomes narrower, and the
Intelligent Key may not function properly.
The operating range is within 31.50 in (80 cm)
from each request switch
1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper the request
switches may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operating
range, it is possible for anyone who does not
carry the Intelligent Key to push the request
switch to lock/unlock the doors and open the
trunk lid.
DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRECAUTION
● Do not push the door handle request switch
with the Intelligent Key held in your hand as
illustrated. The close distance to the door
handle will cause the Intelligent Key system
to have difficulty recognizing that the Intel-
ligent Key is outside the vehicle.
● After locking with the door handle request
switch, verify the doors are securely locked
by testing them.
● To prevent the Intelligent Key from being left
inside the vehicle or the trunk, make sure
you carry the key with you and then lock the
doors or the trunk.
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●Do not pull the door handle before pushing
the door handle request switch. The door
will be unlocked but will not open. Release
the door handle once and pull it again to
open the door.
● The Intelligent Key system (opening/closing
doors with the door handle request switch)
can be set to remain inactive. (See “VEHICLE
INFORMATION AND SETTINGS” in the “4.
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice
recognition systems” section.)
INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATION
You can lock or unlock the doors without taking
the key out from your pocket or bag. When you carry the Intelligent Key with you, you
can lock or unlock all doors by pushing the door
handle request switch (driver’s or front passen-
ger’s)
Awithin the range of operation.
When you lock or unlock the doors or the trunk
lid, the hazard indicator will flash and the horn
(or the outside chime) will sound as a confirma-
tion. For details, see “Setting hazard indicator
and horn mode” later in this section.
Locking doors and fuel-filler door
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi- tion and make sure you carry the Intelli-
gent Key with you.*1
2. Close all the doors.*2
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3. Push the door handle request switch(driver’s or front passenger’s)
Awhile
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.*3
4. All the doors and fuel-filler door will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the outside chime sounds twice.
*1: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
*2: Doors will not lock with the Intelligent Key while any door is open.
*3: Doors will not lock by pushing the door handle request switch with the Intelligent
Key inside the vehicle. However, when an
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle, doors
can be locked with another registered Intel-
ligent Key.
Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door
1. Push the door handle request switch (driv-er’s or front passenger’s)
Aonce while
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once and outside chime sounds once. The corre-
sponding door and the fuel-filler door will
unlock. 3. Push the door handle request switch
again within 1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once and outside chime sounds once again. All the
doors will unlock.
All doors and the fuel-filler door will be locked
automatically unless one of the following opera-
tions is performed within 1 minute after pushing
the request switch while the doors are locked.
●Opening any door
● Pushing the ignition switch
● Inserting the Intelligent Key into the Intelli-
gent Key port.
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed,
all doors will be locked automatically after
another 1 minute.
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Opening trunk lid
1. Push the trunk open request switchAfor
more than 1 second.
2. The trunk will unlatch. An outside chime will sound four times.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
Lockout protection :
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being acci-
dentally locked in the trunk, lockout protection
is equipped with the Intelligent Key system.
When the trunk lid is closed with the Intelligent
Key inside the trunk, the outside buzzer will
sound and the trunk will open.
BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM
When all the following conditions are met for 60
minutes, the battery saver system will cut off
the power supply to prevent battery discharge.
● The ignition switch is in the ACC position,
and
● All doors are closed, and
● The selector lever is in the P (Park) position
(Automatic Transmission models).
WARNING SIGNALS
To help prevent the vehicle from moving unex-
pectedly by erroneous operation of the Intelli-
gent Key listed on the following chart or to help
prevent the vehicle from being stolen, chime or
beep sounds inside and outside the vehicle and
a warning displays in the dot matrix liquid
crystal display.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
displays, be sure to check the vehicle and
Intelligent Key.
See “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE” later in this
section and “DOT MATRIX LIQUID CRYSTAL DIS-
PLAY” in the “2. Instruments and controls”
section.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the ignition switch to
stop the engine The SHIFT P warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously (Automatic
Transmission models). The selector lever is not in the P
(Park) position.
Shift the selector lever to the P
(Park) position.
When shifting the selector lever to
the P (Park) position. The inside warning chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
When opening the driver’s door to
get out of the vehicle The inside warning chime sounds
continuously. The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
The Intelligent Key is in the Intelli-
gent Key port. Remove the Intelligent Key from the
Intelligent Key port.
When closing the door after getting
out of the vehicle The NO KEY warning appears on the
display, the outside chime sounds 3
times and the inside warning chime
sounds for a few seconds.
The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.
The SHIFT P warning appears on the
display and the outside chime
sounds continuously (Automatic
Transmission models). The ignition switch is in the ACC or
OFF position and the selector lever is
not in the P (Park) position.
Move the selector lever to the P
(Park) position and push the ignition
switch to the OFF position.
When closing the door with the in-
side lock knob turned to LOCK The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds and all the doors unlock. The Intelligent Key is inside the ve-
hicle or trunk.Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the request switch or
LOCK
button on the Intelli-
gent key to lock the door The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds. The Intelligent Key is inside the ve-
hicle or trunk.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
A door is not closed securely. Close the door securely.
When closing the trunk lid The outside chime sounds for ap-
proximately 10 seconds and the
trunk lid opens. The Intelligent Key is inside the
trunk.
Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
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