engine INFINITI QX30 2017 Repair Manual

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 theCool-
ing with air dehumidificationfunction 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 (seeIdle Stop/Start
System (if equipped)in the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
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•Use thefunction to adopt the tem-
perature settings on the driver’s side for the
front-passenger side as well. The indicator
lamp in the
button goes out.
•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
drivingsection).
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 theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction, 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 theCooling
with air dehumidificationfunction briefly.
TheCooling with air dehumidificationfunction
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 theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction
:
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.
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Setting automatic climate control to
automatic mode
Only automatic climate control features the
Control climate control automaticallyfunction.
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 dehumidificationfunction
is activated. If desired, cooling with air dehu-
midification can be deactivated.
If you deactivate theCooling with air-
dehumidificationfunction, 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 theCooling with air-
dehumidificationfunction 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 demis-
ter 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 demis-
ter ventilators, the center and side air
ventilators as well as the footwell air
ventilators.
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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WARNING
•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 beperformed 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.
SeeINFINITI Voice Recognition systemlater 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.
•Some Bluetooth® enabled cellular phones
may not be recognized by the in-vehicle
phone module. Please visit
www.infinitiusa.com/bluetooth and search
for a recommended phone list.
•You will not be able to use a hands-free
phone under the following conditions:
– Your vehicle is outside the service area
for your cellular phone network.
– Your vehicle is in an area where it is
difficult to receive radio waves, such as in
a tunnel, in an underground parking ga-
rage, behind a tall building or in a moun-
tainous area.
– Your cellular phone is locked in order to
prevent dialing.
•When the radio wave condition is not ideal
or ambient sound is too loud, it may be
difficult to hear the other person’s voice
during a call.
•This Bluetooth® system supports Wideband
speech, which enhances the sound quality of
phone calls placed over Bluetooth®. To take
advantage of this feature, the cellular device
should be used on a carrier supporting Adap-
tive Multi-Rate Wideband (AMR-WB) or HD
voice technology. The performance of
AMR-WB may vary by carrier and calling area.
Consult your cellular carrier if you experience
issues with call quality or connection.
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.
Apps Descriptions
[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
the system is set to valet parking, or the relevant
account is erased, Email and schedule will be
erased from the system.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving..........5-4
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............5-4
Three-way catalyst (if equipped)............5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).......5-5
On pavement and off-road driving precautions . . .5-9
Avoiding collision and rollover............5-10
Off-road recovery.....................5-10
Rapid air pressure loss.................5-10
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving..........5-11
Driving safety precautions...............5-11
All-wheel drive (AWD) driving safety precautions
(if so equipped).....................5-13
Infiniti Vehicle Immobilizer system............5-14
Ignition switch........................5-14
Steering lock.......................5-14
Key positions.......................5-15
Before starting engine....................5-15
Starting engine........................5-16
Starting procedure with the key............5-16
Driving the vehicle......................5-17
Driving with Automatic Transmission.........5-17
Parking brake.........................5-25
Applying/releasing manually..............5-25
Applying automatically
(vehicles with automatic transmission).......5-26Releasing automatically................5-26
Emergency braking...................5-26
Idle Stop/Start System (if equipped)...........5-27
Automatic engine switch-off..............5-27
Automatic engine start.................5-28
Deactivating/activating the Idle Stop/Start
function..........................5-28
Lane departure warning (LDW) system
(if equipped).........................5-29
LDW system operation.................5-30
How to enable/disable the LDW system.......5-31
LDW system limitations.................5-31
LDW system temporarily unavailable.........5-33
System malfunction..................
.5-34
System maintenance..................5-34
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system (if equipped). . . .5-35
BSW system operation.................5-36
How to enable/disable the BSW system......5-38
BSW system limitations................5-38
System temporarily unavailable............5-43
Radar maintenance...................5-44
FCC Notice........................5-44
Cruise control........................5-44
Cruise control operations................5-45

Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(Full speed range) (if equipped)..............5-47
ICC system operation..................5-48
ICC switch (cruise control lever)...........5-49
ICC system display and indicators..........5-49
Operating ICC.......................5-50
ICC Limitations......................5-54
Tips for driving with the ICC system.........5-55
System temporarily unavailable............5-58
System maintenance..................5-59
Forward emergency braking (FEB) system
(if equipped).........................5-60
FEB system operation..................5-61
Turning the FEB system on/off............5-63
FEB system limitations.................5-64
System temporarily unavailable............5-65
System maintenance..................5-66
FCC Notice........................5-66
Active sound enhancement................5-67
Active sound enhancement..............5-67
Intelligent Parking Assist (IPA) (if equipped)......5-68
Important safety notes.................5-68
Detecting parking spaces...............5-69
Parking..........................5-70
Exiting a parking space.................5-72
Canceling IPA.......................5-73Parking sensor system (if equipped)...........5-73
Parking sensor overview................5-75
Range of the sensors..................5-79
Parking sensor system OFF switch..........5-79
Parking sensor function settings...........5-80
Problems with parking sensor system........5-81
Break-in schedule......................5-81
Fuel efficient driving tips..................5-82
Increasing fuel economy..................5-83
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) (if equipped)
..........5-83
Parking............................5-84
Switching off the engine................5-85
Extended parking....................5-86
Electric power steering system..............5-86
Brake system.........................5-87
Brake precautions....................5-87
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)............5-88
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.........5-90
Traction Control System (TCS).............5-91
Characteristics of VDC..................5-91
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)......5-92
Steer Control.......................5-92
Hill Start Assist (HSA)....................5-93
Cold weather driving....................5-93
Freeing a frozen door lock...............5-93
Antifreeze.........................5-93

Battery...........................5-93
Draining of engine coolant...............5-93
Tire equipment......................5-94Special winter equipment...............5-94
Driving on snow or ice.................5-94

WARNING
•Never leave children or adults who would
normally require the support of others alone
in your 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 illness to people or animals.
•Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it
from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo
higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop
or collision, unsecured cargo could cause
personal injury.
•To avoid raising the center of gravity exces-
sively, do not exceed the rated capacity of
the roof rack (if so equipped) and evenly
distribute the load.
EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE)
WARNING
•Do not breathe exhaust gas; it contains
colorless and odorless carbon monoxide.
Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It can cause
unconsciousness or death.
•If you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering
the vehicle, drive with all windows fully open,
and have the vehicle inspected immediately.
•Do not run the engine in closed spaces such
as a garage.
•Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for an extended period of time.
•Keep the lift gate closed while driving, other-
wise exhaust gas could be drawn into the pas-
senger compartment. If you must drive with
the lift gate open, follow these precautions:
–Open all the windows.
–Turn the air recirculation switch off and
set the fan control to the highest level to
circulate the air.
•If electrical wiring or other cable connec-
tions must pass to a trailer through the seal
ion the lift gate or body, follow the manufac-
turer’s recommendations to prevent carbon
monoxide entry into the vehicle.
•The exhaust system and body should be
inspected by a qualified mechanic when-
ever:
–You suspect that exhaust fumes are en-
tering into the passenger compartment.
–You notice a change in the sound of the
exhaust system.
–You have had an accident involving dam-
age to the exhaust system, underbody,
or rear of the vehicle.
THREE-WAY CATALYST (IF EQUIPPED)
The three-way catalyst is an emission control
device installed in the exhaust system. Exhaust
gas in the three-way catalyst is burned at high
temperatures to help reduce pollutants.
WARNING
•The exhaust gas and the exhaust system
are very hot. Keep people, animals and
flammable materials away from the exhaust
system components.
•Do not stop or park the vehicle over flam-
mable materials such as dry grass, waste-
paper or rags. They may ignite and cause a
fire.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND
DRIVING
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