tow INFINITI QX30 2018 User Guide

MessagePossible causes/consequences and solutions
[Check Brake Fluid Level]There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
In addition, the redwarning light lights up in the combination meter and a warning tone sounds.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Check the brake fluid level. If brake fluid is necessary, add fluid and have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service. See "Brake fluid" in the "8. Do-it-yourself" section.
4. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
WARNING•Your brake system may not be working properly if the warning light is on. Driving could be dangerous. If you judge it to be safe,
drive carefully to the nearest service station for repairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be
dangerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped and/or low brake fluid level may increase your stopping distance and braking
will require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
•If the brake fluid level is below the minimum or MIN mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has
been checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Check Brake Pad Wear] The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer.
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MessagePossible causes/consequences and solutions
[Blind Spot Warning Not
Available When Towing a
Trailer See Operator's
Manual] Blind Spot Warning is deactivated while towing a trailer.
You have established the electrical connection between the trailer and your vehicle.
Press <OK> on the steering wheel to confirm the display message.
[Blind Spot Warning
Inoperative] Blind Spot Warning (BSW) is faulty.
The BSW indicator lights also light up.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Canceled] The driver&#39;s door is open and the driver&#39;s seat belt has not been fastened. Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver&#39;s door closed.
You inadvertently touched the steering wheel while steering intervention was active.
While steering intervention is active, make sure not to touch the steering wheel.
The vehicle has started to skid and VDC has intervened.
Use Intelligent Park Assist again later.
[Park Assist Inoperative] You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking maneuvers. Intelligent Park Assist will become available again after approximately ten minutes.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off theengine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the display message continues to be displayed, have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The parking sensor system is faulty.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Finished] The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds. The display message disappears automatically.
[ICC Off] Intelligent Cruise Control has been deactivated (see &#34; Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed range) (if equipped)&#34; in the
&#34;5. Starting and driving&#34; section).
If it was not deactivated by the driver, a warning tone also sounds.
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–When a sign or mirror-like surface is
reflecting intense light towards the
front of the vehicle.
– When the container, etc. being towed
by a leading vehicle is reflecting in-
tense light.
– When a headlight on your vehicle is
damaged or dirty.
– When the vehicle is leaning at an
angle due to a punctured tire, being
towed, etc.
•The timing of switching the low beam
and high beam may change under the
following situations. –
The brightness of the headlights of the
oncoming vehicle or leading vehicle.
–The movement and direction of the on-
coming vehicle and the leading vehicle.
– When only one light on the oncoming
vehicle or the leading vehicle is illumi-
nated.
–
When the oncoming vehicle or the lead-
ing vehicle is a two-wheeled vehicle.
– Road conditions (incline, curve, the
road surface, etc.).
– The number of passengers and the
amount of luggage.
•High beam Assist does not recognize
road users: – Who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians. –
Who have low intensity lighting, e. g.
cyclists.
– Whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a
barrier.
•In very rare cases, High beam Assist rec-
ognizes road users too late or not at all.
In this, or in similar situations, the auto-
matic high beam headlights will not be
deactivated or activated regardless.
There is a risk of an accident.
•Always carefully observe the traffic
conditions and switch off the high beam
headlights in good time.
CAUTION
High beam Assist cannot compensate for
road and weather circumstances while
driving. The system saves the driver from
having to operate the switch. The driver
always remains responsible for choosing
the correct light setting.
Specific situations in which to operate the
headlight switch manually:
•In heavy rain, snowy conditions. (gen-
eral poor visibility and bad weather con-
ditions).
•When the vehicle sensors are dirty, cov-
ered or broken.
Switching High Beam Assist on/off
To switch on:
Turn the light switch to <AUTO> and press
the combination switch beyond the pressure
point in the direction of arrow
3. Theindicator light in the vehicle information dis-
play lights up when it is dark and the light
sensor switches on the low-beam headlights.
If you are driving at speeds above approxi-
mately 28 MPH (45 km/h) the headlight
range is set automatically depending on the
distance between the vehicle and other road
users.
If you are driving at speeds above approxi-
mately 34 MPH (55 km/h) and no other road
users are detected, the high beam headlights
are switched on automatically. The
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To unlock the vehicle:touch the inner surface
of the door handle.
To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface
1.
or
2.
Make sure that you do not touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
Convenience closing feature: touch recessed
sensor surface
1for an extended period.
(See &#34;Convenience closing feature&#34; in the
&#34;2. Instruments and controls&#34; section). To unlock the lift gate: press the lift gate
switch
1.
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once
When locking, they flash three times.
NOTE
When the locator lighting is activated, it
lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is
unlocked with the Intelligent Key (see sepa-
rate operating instructions).
You can also set an audible signal to confirm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated or deactivated using
the on-board computer (see &#34;Activating/
deactivating the acoustic locking confirma-
tion&#34; in the &#34;2. Instruments and controls&#34;
section)LOCKING WITH THE
MECHANICAL KEY
The driver&#39;s door can be locked/unlocked
from outside using the mechanical key if the
battery is dead.
To lock the door, insert the mechanical key
into the driver&#39;s door key cylinder and turn it
towards the front of the vehicle
1.
To unlock the door, turn the key towards the
rear of the vehicle
2.
See &#34;Mechanical key&#34; earlier in this section for
instructions on accessing the Intelligent Key
system mechanical key.
NOTE
The alarm system will be triggered when the
door is opened using the mechanical key
(alarm equipped models). To stop the alarm,
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You could therefore be locked out if:
•The vehicle is being pushed.
•The vehicle is being towed.
•The vehicle is being tested on a dynamom-
eter.
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR
LOCK
The child safety lock helps prevent doors
from being opened accidentally, especially
when small children are in the vehicle.
When the switch is in the LOCK
2position,
the rear door can only be opened from the
outside.
LIFT GATE LOCK
To open the lift gate, unlock it first with one
of the following operations, then push the
button
1.
•Push thebutton on the key or Intel-
ligent Key (if equipped). See &#34;INFINITI In-
telligent Key system&#34; later in this section.
•Unlock all the doors using the key.
To close the lift gate, pull it down until it
securely locks.
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1Locks the vehicle.
2Unlocks the vehicle.
3Panic button.
WARNING
•Radio waves could adversely affect elec-
tric medical equipment. Those who use a
pacemaker should contact the electric
medical equipment manufacturer for the
possible influences before use.
•The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are pushed.
The FAA advises that the radio waves
may affect aircraft navigation and com-
munication systems. Do not operate the
Intelligent Key while on an airplane.
Make sure that the buttons are not op-
erated unintentionally when the unit is
stored for a flight. The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door locks using the remote control function
or touching the request switch on the vehicle
without taking the key out from a pocket or
purse. The operating environment and/or
conditions may affect the Intelligent Key sys-
tem 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 broad-
casting station.
•When in possession of wireless equip-
ment, such as a cellular telephone, trans-
ceiver or a CB radio.
•When the Intelligent Key is in contact with
or covered by metallic materials.
•When any type of radio wave remote con-
trol is used nearby.
•When the Intelligent Key is placed near an
electric appliance such as a personal com-
puter.
•When the vehicle is parked near a parking
meter.
In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key function
or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the bat-
tery&#39;s life is approximately two years. If the
battery is discharged, replace it with a new
one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, an
indicator illuminates in the vehicle informa-
tion display. For additional information, refer
to &#34;Safety systems&#34; in the &#34;2. Instruments and
controls&#34; section.
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Adjusting
The outside rear view mirror remote control
will operate only when the ignition switch is in
the ACC or ON position.
1. Move the switch to select the left
1or
right mirror
2.
2. Adjust each mirror to the desired position using the large switch
3.
Defogging
The exterior rear view mirrors will be heated
when the rear window defogger switch is
operated.
WARNING
•Objects viewed in the outside mirror on
the passenger side are closer than they
appear. Be careful when moving to the
right. Using only this mirror could cause
an accident. Use the inside mirror or
glance over your shoulder to properly
judge distances to other objects.
•Do not adjust the mirrors while driving.
You could lose control of your vehicle
and cause an accident.
Folding
Manual type (if equipped):
Fold the outside rear-view mirror by pushing
it towards the rear of the vehicle.
Remote control type (if equipped):
The exterior rear view mirror remote control
operates when the ignition switch is in the
ACC or ON position.
Briefly press button
1. Both exterior mirrors
fold in or out.
Power folding outside mirrors (if so
equipped)
CAUTION
•Do not touch the mirrors while they are
moving. Your hand may be pinched, and
the mirror may malfunction.
•Do not drive with the mirrors stored.
You will be unable to see behind the
vehicle.
The exterior rear-view mirrors automatically
unfold when the ignition is switched on or
when the vehicle doors are unlocked. Use the
[Fold Mirrors in when Locking] option under
the [CONVENIENCE] menu of the Vehicle
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USB CONNECTION PORTS
The front console compartment contains the
USB connection ports.
1USB/iPod connection port:
Connect to play media from an iPod®,
iPhone® or a USB memory device. When
using INFINITI InTouch Apps with an
iPhone®, connect via a USB cable. Refer
to the device manufacturer’s owner in-
formation regarding the proper use and
care of the device.
CAUTION
•Depending on the size and shape of USB
device, the console lid may not fully
close. Do not force the console lid closed
as this may damage the USB device. NOTE
•Even when iPods® or iPhones® are con-
nected to both of the two USB/iPod ®
connection ports, the system recognizes
only one of the connected iPods® or iP-
hones® at a time.
•Only one of the two connected USB de-
vices can be operated by the voice recog-
nition system.
STARTING SYSTEM
The system starts when the ignition switch is
placed in the ACC or ON position.
Start-up warning (models with
navigation system)
For this system, when the ignition switch is
placed in the ACC or ON position, the
start-up screen is displayed.
Touch [OK] after reading and agreeing to the
message. If you do not agree to the message,
some of Infiniti InTouch
TMfunctions will be
disabled.
NOTE
•Do not keep the INFINITI InTouch system
turned on with the engine stopped. Doing
so may discharge the vehicle battery.
When you use INFINITI InTouch, always
keep the engine running.
•Once you select [Decline] on the start-up
screen, the [OK]/[Decline] screen will not
be displayed for 30 days.
TOUCH PANEL OPERATION
CAUTION
•The glass screen on the liquid crystal dis-
play may break if it is hit with a hard or
sharp object. If the glass screen breaks,
do not touch it. Doing so could result in
an injury.
•To clean the display, use a soft, dry
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary,
use a small amount of neutral detergent
with a soft cloth. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or deteriorate the panel.
•Do not splash any liquid such as water or
car fragrance on the display. Contact
with liquid will cause the system to
malfunction.
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4. Touch [Moving Object Detection].
5. Turn the MOD system on/off.
MOD SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for
MOD. Failure to operate the vehicle in ac-
cordance with these system limitations
could result in serious injury or death.
•Do not use the MOD system when tow-
ing a trailer (if available). The system
may not function properly.
•Excessive noise (for example, audio sys-
tem volume or open vehicle window) will
interfere with the chime sound, and it
may not be heard.
•The MOD system performance will be
limited according to environmental con-
ditions and surrounding objects such as: – When there is low contrast between
background and the moving objects.
– When there is blinking source of light.
– When strong light such as another
vehicle’s headlight or sunlight is pres-
ent.
– When camera orientation is not in its
usual position, such as when mirror is
folded. –
When there is dirt, water drops or
snow on the camera lens.
– When the position of the moving ob-
jects in the display is not changed.
•The MOD system might detect some-
thing like flowing water droplets on the
camera lens, white smoke from the muf-
fler, moving shadows, etc.
•The MOD system may not function
properly depending on the speed, direc-
tion, distance or shape of the moving
objects.
•If your vehicle sustains damage to the
parts where the camera is installed,
leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing
zone may be altered and the MOD sys-
tem may not detect objects properly.
•When the temperature is extremely high
or low, the screen may not display ob-
jects clearly. This is not a malfunction.
MOD MALFUNCTION
If the orange MOD icon is displayed in the
view, the system is not functioning properly.
This will not hinder normal driving operation,
but the system should be inspected. It is rec-
ommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
CAUTION
•Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner to
clean the cameras. This will cause discol-
oration. To clean the cameras, wipe with
a cloth dampened with diluted mild
cleaning agent and then wipe with a dry
cloth.
•Do not damage the cameras as the
monitor screen may be adversely
affected.
If dirt, rain or snow accumulates on any of the
cameras
1, the MOD system may not oper-
ate properly. Clean the cameras by wiping
with a cloth dampened with a diluted mild
cleaning agent and then wiping with a dry
cloth.
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•Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry grass,
wastepaper or rags. They may ignite
and cause a fire.
CAUTION
•Do not use leaded gasoline. (See &#34;Rec-
ommended fluids/lubricants and ca-
pacities&#34; in the &#34;9. Maintenance and
Schedules&#34; section.) Deposits from
leaded gasoline seriously reduce the
ability of the three-way catalyst to help
reduce exhaust pollutants and/or dam-
age the three-way catalyst.
•Keep your engine tuned up. Malfunc-
tions in the ignition, fuel injection, or
electrical systems may cause overrich
fuel to flow into the three-way catalyst,
causing it to overheat. Do not keep driv-
ing if the engine misfires, or if noticeable
loss of performance or other unusual op-
erating conditions are detected. Have
the vehicle inspected promptly. It is rec-
ommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
•Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel
level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the three-
way catalyst.
•Do not race the engine while warming it
up.
•Do not push or tow your vehicle to start
the engine.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)
Each tire, including the spare (if present),
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 label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different 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 monitor-
ing system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illu-
minates, you should stop and check your tires
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute
for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv-
er’s responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
with the low tire pressure telltale. When the
system detects a malfunction, the telltale will
flash for approximately one minute and then
remain continuously illuminated. This se-
quence will continue upon subsequent vehicle
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illumi-
nated, the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety of rea-
sons, including the installation of replace-
ment or alternate tires or wheels on the ve-
hicle that prevent the TPMS from working
properly. Always check the TPMS telltale af-
ter replacing one or more tires or wheels on
your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
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