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WARNING
•The heater and air conditioner operate only
when the engine is running.
•Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in the vehicle. Pets should not be left alone
either. They could unknowingly activate
switches or controls and inadvertently be-
come involved in a serious accident and in-
jure themselves. On hot, sunny days, tem-
peratures in a closed vehicle could quickly
become high enough to cause severe or
possibly fatal injuries to people or animals.
•Do not use the recirculation mode for long
periods as it may cause the interior air to
become stale and the windows to fog up.
•Do not adjust the heating and air condition-
ing controls while driving so that full atten-
tion may be given to vehicle operation.
The heater and air conditioner operate when the
engine is running. The air blower will operate
even if the engine is turned off and the ignition
switch is in the ON position. NOTE
•Condensation forms inside the air condition-
ing unit when the air conditioner (if
equipped) is running, and is safely dis-
charged underneath your vehicle.
Traces of water on the ground are therefore
normal.
•Odors from inside and outside the vehicle
can build up in the air conditioner unit. Odor
can enter the passenger compartment
through the ventilators.
When parking, set the heater and air condi-
tioner controls to turn off air recirculation to
allow fresh air into the passenger compart-
ment. This should help reduce odors inside
the vehicle.
Observe the settings recommended on the fol-
lowing pages. The windows could otherwise
mist up. To prevent the windows from misting
up
•Switch off climate control only briefly.
•Switch on air-recirculation mode only briefly.
•Switch on the cooling with air dehumidifica-
tion function.
•Switch on the windshield demisting function
briefly, if required. The air-conditioning system/automatic climate
control regulates the temperature and the hu-
midity of the vehicle interior and filters unde-
sirable substances from the air.
The air-conditioning system/automatic climate
control can only be operated when the engine is
running. Optimum operation is only achieved
with the side windows closed.
Always keep the ventilation flaps behind the
side panelling clear. Otherwise the vehicle will
not be ventilated correctly.
NOTE
•Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during
warm weather. This will speed up the cooling
process and the desired interior temperature
will be reached more quickly.
•The integrated filter filters out most particles
of dust and soot and completely filters out
pollen. With automatic climate control, gas-
eous pollutants and odors will also be re-
duced. A clogged filter reduces the amount
of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For this
reason, you should always observe the inter-
val for replacing the filter, which is specified
in the Service Booklet. As this depends on
environmental conditions, e.g. heavy air pol-
lution, the interval may be shorter than
stated in the Service Booklet.
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Recommendation for air distribution in sum-
mer: select theorandsettings.
•Only use theWindshield demisting function
briefly until the windshield is clear again
•Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e. g if
there are unpleasant outside odors or when
in a tunnel. The windows could otherwise
mist up as no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle in air-recirculation mode
•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the central
display (see separate operating instruc-
tions). You will see the current settings of the
various climate control functions.
Switching air-conditioning system
on/off
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To switch on: turn control
5clockwise to the
desired position (except position 0).
To switch off: turn control
5counter-clockwise
to position 0.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate the Cooling with air dehumidi-
fication function, the air inside the vehicle will
not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will
also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist
up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the
Cooling with air dehumidification function
briefly.
The Cooling with air dehumidification function
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature. Problems with the
Cooling with air dehumidifi-
cation function
:
Problem: The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution: The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Setting the temperature
You can set the temperature for the entire
vehicle. The set temperature is automatically
maintained at a constant level.
To increase or reduce the temperature: turn
control
1counterclockwise or clockwise. Only
change the temperature setting in small incre-
ments. Start at 70
oF (22oC).
Setting the air distribution
Directs the airflow through the demister ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the footwell
air ventilators.
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NOTE
•You can also activate several of the air
distribution settings simultaneously. In order
to do this, press several of the air distribu-
tion buttons. The air is then routed through
different air ventilators.
•Regardless of the air distribution setting,
airflow is always directed through the side
air ventilators. The side air ventilators can
only be closed if the adjusters are turned
clockwise until they engage.
To set air distribution:
1. Make sure the engine is running.
2. Press one or more of the
,,orbuttons. The corresponding indicator
lamp comes on.
Setting the airflow
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. To increase or reduce airflow: turn control
5counterclockwise or clockwise.
Defogging the windshield
You can use this function to de-ice the wind-
shield or to defog the inside of the windshield
and the side windows. NOTE
You should only select the
Windshield demist-
ing function until the windshield is clear again.
Activating the Windshield demisting function
:
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To activate: press the
button The indica-
tor light in thebutton lights up.
The climate control system switches to the
following functions:
•High airflow
•High temperature
•Air distribution to the windshield and front
side windows
•Air-recirculation mode off
NOTE
•The Windshield demisting function auto-
matically sets the blower output to the opti-
mum demisting effect. As a result, the airflow
may increase or decrease automatically after
the
button is pressed.
•You can adjust the blower output manually
while the Windshield demisting function is
in operation. Turn airflow control
5counter-
clockwise or clockwise. Deactivating the
Windshield demisting func-
tion
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The previous set-
tings are reactivated. Air-recirculation mode
remains deactivated.
or
Turn temperature control
1counterclockwise
or clockwise.
Defogging the windows
Windows misted up on the inside:
1. Activate theCooling with air dehu-
midification function.
2. If the windows continue to mist up, activate the
Windshield demisting function.
NOTE
You should only select this setting until the
windshield is clear again.
Windows misted up on the outside
:
1. Activate the windshield wipers.
2. Set the air distribution to
or.
NOTE
You should only select this setting until the win-
dows are clear again.
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Air recirculation mode
You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if
unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle from
outside. The air already inside the vehicle will
then be recirculated.
If you activate air-recirculation mode, the win-
dows can mist up more quickly, in particular at
low temperatures. Only use air recirculation
mode briefly to prevent the windows misting
up.
Activating air recirculation mode
:
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Press the
button. The indicator light in
thebutton lights up.
Deactivating air recirculation mode
:
Press thebutton. The indicator light in
thebutton goes out.
NOTE
Air-recirculation mode is deactivated automati-
cally:
•After approximately five minutes at outside
temperatures below approximately 45oF
(7oC).
•After approximately five minutes if the Cool-
ing with air dehumidification function is
deactivated.
•After approximately 30 minutes at outside
temperatures above approximately 45oF
(7oC) if the cooling with air dehumidification
function is activated.
Idle Stop/Start function
During automatic engine switch-off, the Climate
control only operates at a reduced capacity. If
you require the full climate control output, you
can switch off the Idle Stop/Start function by
pressing the ECO button (see Idle Stop/Start
System (if equipped) in the5. Starting and
driving section).
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•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the center display
(see separate operating instructions). You
will see the current settings of the various
climate control functions.
Idle Stop/Start function
During automatic engine switch-off, the Climate
control only operates at a reduced capacity. If
you require the full climate control output, you
can switch off the Idle Stop/Start function by
pressing the ECO button (seeIdle Stop/Start
System (if equipped) in the5. Starting and
driving section).
Switching automatic climate control
on/off
When the climate control is switched off, the air
supply and air circulation are also switched off.
The windows could mist up. Therefore, only
switch off climate control briefly.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up. Airflow and air
distribution are set to automatic mode. or
Press the
button. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The previous set-
tings are reactivated.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
NOTE
Automatic climate control: switch on climate
control primarily using the
button.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate the Cooling with air dehumidi-
fication function, the air inside the vehicle will
not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will
also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist
up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the
Cooling with air dehumidification function
briefly.
The Cooling with air dehumidification function
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature.
Problems with the Cooling with air dehumidifi-
cation function
:
Problem: The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution: The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Setting automatic climate control to
automatic mode
Only automatic climate control features the
Control climate control automatically function.
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In automatic mode, the set temperature is
maintained automatically at a constant level
The system automatically regulates the tem-
perature of the dispensed air, the airflow and
the air distribution.
The automatic mode functions optimally when
theCooling with air dehumidification function
is activated. If desired, cooling with air dehu-
midification can be deactivated.
If you deactivate the Cooling with air-
dehumidification function, the air inside the
vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the
vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The win-
dows can mist up more quickly. Therefore, only
deactivate the Cooling with air-
dehumidification function briefly.
To set climate control to automatic mode
:
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
Set the desired temperature.
To activate: press the
button The indica-
tor lamp in thebutton lights up. Auto-
matic air distribution and airflow are activated.
To switch to manual mode: press the
orbutton
or Press the
orbutton. The indicator
lamp in thebutton goes out. Automatic
air distribution and airflow are deactivated.
Setting the temperature
Different temperatures can be set for the driv-
er’s and front-passenger sides. The set tem-
perature is automatically maintained at a con-
stant level.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To increase or reduce temperature: turn control
1or9counterclockwise or clockwise. Only
change the temperature setting in small incre-
ments. Start at 70
oF (22oC).
Setting the air distribution
Directs the airflow through the demister ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the footwell
air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators as well as the
footwell air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators as well as the
demister ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the footwell
and demister ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the demister ventilators, the center and side air ven-
tilators as well as the footwell air venti-
lators.
NOTE
Regardless of the air distribution setting, airflow
is always directed through the side air ventila-
tors. The side air ventilators can only be closed if
the adjusters are turned clockwise until they
engage.
To set the air distribution:
1. Make sure the engine is running.
2. Press the
orbutton repeatedly
until the desired symbol appears in the
display.
Setting the airflow
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON position.
2. To increase or reduce airflow: press the
orbutton.
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AUDIO OPERATION PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
•The driver must not attempt to operate the
audio system while the vehicle is in motion,
so that full attention may be given to vehicle
operation.
•Park the vehicle in a safe location and apply
the parking brake before operating the au-
dio system and playing movies (if
equipped).
CAUTION
•Operate the audio system only when the
vehicle engine is running. Operating the au-
dio system for extended periods of time
with the engine turned off can discharge the
vehicle battery.
•Do not allow the system to get wet. Exces-
sive moisture such as spilled liquids may
cause the system to malfunction.
Radio
Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON
position before turning on the radio. If you
listen to the radio when the engine is not
running, the ignition switch should be pushed
to the ACC position.
Radio reception is affected by station signal
strength, distance from radio transmitter, build-
ings, bridges, mountains and other external
influences. Intermittent changes in reception
quality are normally caused by these external
influences.
Using a cellular phone in or near the vehicle may
influence radio reception quality.
Radio reception
Your radio system is equipped with state-of-the-
art electronic circuits to enhance radio recep-
tion. These circuits are designed to extend
reception range, and to enhance the quality of
that reception.
However there are some general characteristics
of both FM and AM radio signals that can affect
radio reception quality in a moving vehicle,
even when the best quality equipment is used.
These characteristics are completely normal in
a given reception area, and do not indicate any
malfunction in your radio system.Reception conditions will constantly change
because of vehicle movement. Buildings, ter-
rain, signal distance and interference from
other vehicles can adversely affect ideal recep-
tion. Described below are some of the factors
that can affect radio reception.
Some cellular phones or other devices may
cause interference or a buzzing noise to come
from the audio system speakers. Storing the
device in a different location may reduce or
eliminate the noise.
AUDIO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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© Gracenote, Inc. 2009WARNING
•Only use a phone after stopping your ve-
hicle in a safe location. If you have to use a
phone while driving, exercise extreme cau-
tion at all times so full attention may be
given to vehicle operation.
•If you find yourself unable to devote full
attention to vehicle operation while talking
on the phone, pull off the road in a safe
location and stop your vehicle before doing
so.
CAUTION
To avoid draining the vehicle battery, only use
a phone after starting the engine.
Your vehicle is equipped with a Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Phone System. If you are an owner
of a compatible Bluetooth® enabled cellular
phone, you can set up the wireless connection
between your cellular phone and the in-vehicle
phone module. With Bluetooth® wireless tech-
nology, you can make or receive a telephone
call with your cellular phone in your pocket.
Once a cellular phone is connected to the
in-vehicle phone module, the procedure for
connecting the phone does not need to be performed again. Your phone is automatically
selected by the in-vehicle phone module when
the ignition switch is switched to the ON posi-
tion with the selected cellular phone turned on
and carried in the vehicle.
You can register up to 5 different Bluetooth®
cellular phones to the in-vehicle phone module.
However, you can talk on only one cellular
phone at a time.
The Voice Recognition system supports phone
commands, so dialing a phone number using
your voice is possible.
See
INFINITI Voice Recognition system later in
this section
Before using the Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone
System, refer to the following notes.
•Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) and the Bluetooth®
functions share the same frequency band
(2.4 GHz). Using the Bluetooth® and wire-
less LAN functions at the same time may
slow down or disrupt communications and
could cause undesired noise. It is recom-
mended that you turn wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) off
when using the Bluetooth® functions.
•Set up the wireless connection between a
compatible cellular phone and the in-vehicle
phone module before using the Bluetooth®
Hands-Free Phone System.
BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE
SYSTEM
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MAJOR APPS AVAILABLE FOR USE IN
THIS SYSTEM
The major applications currently available for INFINITI InTouch are introduced here.
Note that the applications are subject to updates and changes.
AppsDescriptions
[Maintenance Note] You can check maintenance items inside the vehicle at your convenience.
[Calendar]* (if equipped) The day’s schedule can be checked. The schedule in the [Calendar] works with web-based services.
[Email]* (if equipped) The Email account you use can also be accessed through the vehicle system. You will be informed when a new
incoming message is received. This application works with web-based services.
[Compass]
(models with navigation system) The current traveling direction of the vehicle is shown in various kinds of skins.
Accurate information cannot be provided if GPS position information cannot be obtained.
[Clock] [Clock] shows the current time in various kinds of skins.
Mobile Apps Many popular applications you usually use on your smartphone can also be used in your vehicle.
After registering a subscription in “INFINITI InTouch Apps” you can use these applications by operating the
in-vehicle display.
Applications such as Facebook, etc.
*: Requires an account to be set up. To use [Calendar], [Email] and Mobile Apps, INFINITI InTouch Apps must be downloaded to your smartphone.
WARNING
•Look at the display screen only briefly while
driving. Keep your eyes on the road. Inatten-
tive driving may lead to a crash resulting in
serious injuries or death.NOTE
When Email service and calendar schedule infor-
mation are displayed on the in-vehicle display,
the system controls the display based on the
in-vehicle profiles (user ID and password).
Therefore, users are required to create a profile
to make use of Email and calendar services. IMPORTANT:
A PIN code can be used so that other people
cannot see your Email and calendar apps. When
the engine is turned OFF and then ON again, the
PIN code has to be entered.
After the PIN code is entered, regardless of
whether your smartphone is connected to the
vehicle or not, Email and calender apps will be
viewable until the engine is turned OFF. When
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WARNING
•Do not continue to drive if your vehicle over-
heats. Doing so could cause engine damage
or a vehicle fire.
•To avoid the danger of being scalded, never
remove the radiator or coolant reservoir cap
while the engine is hot. When the radiator or
coolant reservoir cap is removed, pressur-
ized hot water will spurt out, possibly caus-
ing serious injury.
•Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
If the engine of your vehicle is overheating
(indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge) or if you feel a lack of engine power,
detect unusual noise, etc., proceed as follows:
1. Move and park the vehicle safely off the road and away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher lights.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Press the P (Park) button. DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE.
5. Open all windows. 6. Switch off the air conditioner system (if
equipped).
7. Set the heater or air conditioner temperature control to maximum “HOT” and fan speed
control to maximum speed.
8. Exit the vehicle.
9. Visually inspect and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before
opening the hood.WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the engine,
stand clear to prevent getting burned.
10. Open the hood. For details, see Hoodin
the 3. Pre-driving checks and adjustments
section.
11. Visually check if the cooling fan is running.
12. Visually check the radiator and radiator hoses for leakage.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair, jew-
elry or clothing to come into contact with, or
get caught in, engine belts or the engine cool-
ing fan. The engine cooling fan can start at any
time.
13. After the engine cools down, check the coolant level in the engine coolant reservoir
with the engine running. Do not open the
radiator cap (if equipped).
14. If the level is low, remove the engine cool- ant reservoir cap and add coolant slowly
into the reservoir. After refilling the reser-
voir to the MAX level, install the reservoir
cap.
15. Close the hood.
Have your vehicle inspected or repaired. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer.
IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
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