steering INFINITI QX50 2020 Owner's Guide

Under the following conditions, the Steering
Assist system is automatically canceled:∙ When lane markers in the traveling lane cannot be correctly detected for a period
of time due to such items as a snow rut,
reflection of light on a rainy day or several
unclear lane markers are present
If you want to use the Steering Assist system
again, cancel the ProPILOT Assist system
and set it again when lane markers are clearly
visible.
AWD Error: See Owner’s Manual (if so
equipped)
This warning appears when the all-wheel
drive system is not functioning properly while
the engine is running.
AWD High Temp. Stop Vehicle (if so
equipped)
This warning may appear while trying to free
a stuck vehicle due to increased oil tempera-
ture. The driving mode may change to
2-Wheel Drive (2WD). If this warning is dis-
played, stop the vehicle with the engine idling,
as soon as it is safe to do so. Then if the
warning turns off, you can continue driving. AWD Tire Size Incorrect: See Owner’s
Manual (if so equipped)
This warning may appear if there is a large
difference between the diameters of the
front and rear wheels. Pull off the road in a
safe area, with the engine idling. Check that
all the tire sizes are the same, that the tire
pressure is correct and that the tires are not
excessively worn.
Door/liftgate Open
This warning illuminates when a door or the
liftgate has been opened.
Steering Assist Alert (if so equipped)
This message may appear when the Steering
Assist system is engaged.
It will be displayed under the following con-
dition:
∙ When not holding the steering wheel or when there is no steering wheel opera-
tion
Please hold on the steering wheel immedi-
ately. When the steering operation is de-
tected, the warning turns off and the steering
assist function is automatically restored. Steering Assist status (if so equipped)
This indicator appears when the Steering As-
sist system is engaged.
For additional information, refer to “ProPI-
LOT Assist” in the “Starting and driving” sec-
tion of this manual.
Chassis Control System Error: See Owner’s
Manual
This warning appears if the Integrated
Dynamics-control Module detects an error in
the Active Trace Control, Active Engine
Brake, or the Active Ride Control systems.
Have the system checked. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. For additional information, refer to
“Chassis Control” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
Power will turn off to save the battery
This warning appears in the message area of
the vehicle information display after a period
of time if the shift lever has not moved from
the P (Park) position.
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Adaptive Front lighting System
(AFS) (if so equipped)
The Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) will
automatically adjust the headlights (low
beam) toward the turning direction to im-
prove the driver’s view. When the headlight
switch is ON and the driver operates the
steering wheel in a turn, the AFS system will
be activated.
The AFS will operate:∙ when the headlight switch is ON.
∙ when the shift lever is in any position other than P (Park) or R (Reverse).
∙ when the vehicle is driven at above 16 mph (25 km/h) for the left-side head-
light. Note that the right-side low beam
headlight will swivel but the left side will
not swivel when the vehicle is at a stop
and the steering wheel is turned. The ve-
hicle must attain a speed above 16 mph
(25 km/h) before AFS activates the left-
side headlight.
AFS will also adjust the headlight to a proper
axis automatically, depending on the number
of occupants in the vehicle, the load the ve-
hicle is carrying and the road conditions. If the AFS OFF indicator blinks or the vehicle
information display shows an AFS system
error message after the ignition switch has
been pushed to the ON position, this may
indicate that the AFS is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. When the engine is started, the head-
lights will vibrate to check the system condi-
tion. This is not a malfunction.
Automatic headlight aiming control
(if so equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
headlight levelling system. The headlight axis
is controlled automatically.
INFINITI recommends that you consult the
local regulations on the use of lights.
LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
(DRL) SYSTEM
The LED portion of the headlights automati-
cally illuminate at 100% intensity when the
engine is started and the parking brake re-
leased. The LED Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) system operates with the headlight
switch in the OFF position. When you turn
the headlight switch to the
position forfull illumination, the LED lights switch from
LED DRL system to the park function.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the LED DRL system does
not illuminate. The LED DRL system illumi-
nates when the parking brake is released. The
LED DRL system will remain on until the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight
switch on for interior controls and switches
to illuminate, as those remain off while the
switch is in the OFF position.
WARNING
When the LED DRL system is active, tail
lights on your vehicle are not on. It is neces-
sary at dusk to turn on your headlights.
Failure to do so could cause an accident in-
juring yourself and others.
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (if so
equipped)
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then push the
fog light switch on.
To turn the fog lights on with the headlight
switch in the AUTO position, the headlights
must be on, then push the fog light switch on.
To turn the fog lights off, push the fog light
switch again. The headlights must be on and the low beams
selected for the fog lights to operate. The fog
lights automatically turn off when the high
beam headlights are selected.
To sound the horn, push near the horn icon on
the steering wheel.WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.
LIC3824LIC3174
HORN
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When the dynamic driver assistance switch is
turned off, the indicator on the switch is off.
The indicator will also be off if the system is
deactivated using the settings menu.
The DCA system brakes and moves the ac-
celerator pedal upward according to the dis-
tance from and the relative speed of the ve-
hicle ahead to help assist the driver in
maintaining a following distance. For addi-
tional information, refer to “Distance Control
Assist (DCA)” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manual.
The BSI system helps alert the driver of other
vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing
lanes, and helps assist the driver to return the
vehicles to the center of the traveling lane.
For additional information, refer to “Blind
Spot Intervention® (BSI)” in the “Starting and
driving” section of this manual.
The LDP system warns the driver with a
warning indicator in the vehicle information
display and a steering wheel vibration, and
helps assist the driver to return the vehicle to
the center of the traveling lane by applying
the brakes to the left or right wheels individu-
ally (for a short period of time). For additional
information, refer to “Lane Departure Pre-
vention (LDP)” in the “Starting and driving”
section of this manualThe Steering Assist switch is used to turn on
and off the Steering Assist system that is
activated using the settings menu of the ve-
hicle information display.
The Steering Assist system controls the
steering system to help keep your vehicle
near the center of the lane when driving. For
additional information, refer to “ProPILOT
Assist” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
WARNING
∙ The front sonar system is a convenience
but it is not a substitute for proper
driving.
∙ The rear sonar system is a convenience but it is not a substitute for proper back-
ing. Always turn and check that it is safe
to do so before backing up. Always back
up slowly.
LIC3853LIC4270
STEERING ASSIST SWITCH (for
vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) (if so
equipped) FRONT AND REAR SONAR SYSTEM
SWITCH (if so equipped)
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys.............................................3-2
INFINITI Intelligent Key ........................3-2
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys ..........................................3-4
Doors ............................................3-4
Locking with key ..............................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob Type A
(if so equipped) ................................3-5
Locking with inside lock knob Type B
(if so equipped) ................................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ...........3-6
Automatic door locks ..........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .....................3-6
INFINITI Intelligent Key System ...................3-7
Operating range ..............................3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution .................3-9
INFINITI Intelligent Key operation ............3-10
How to use the remote keyless entry
function .................................... 3-14
Type A (if so equipped) ......................3-15
Type B (if so equipped) ......................3-15
Warning signals .............................. 3-17
Troubleshooting guide ........................ 3-17
Log-in function ............................. 3-19Remote Engine Start (if so equipped)
............3-20
Remote Engine Start operating range ........3-20
Remote starting the vehicle ..................3-21
Extending engine run time ...................3-21
Canceling a Remote Engine Start ............3-21
Conditions the Remote Engine Start will
not work .................................... 3-22
Hood .......................................... 3-23
Liftgate ........................................ 3-23
Operating the power liftgate ................3-24
Motion-Activated Liftgate
(if so equipped) .............................. 3-26
Power liftgate main switch ..................3-28
Liftgate release ............................. 3-28
Liftgate position setting .....................3-29
Fuel-filler door ................................. 3-30
Opening the fuel-filler door ..................3-30
Fuel-filler cap ............................... 3-30
Steering wheel ................................. 3-33
Manual operation

(if so equipped)............3-33
Automatic operation (if so equipped) .........3-33
Sun visors ...................................... 3-34
Vanity mirrors ............................... 3-34
Card holder ................................. 3-35

SymptomPossible CauseRemedy
When pushing the ignition switch to
start the engine The Key Battery Low warning appears
on the display.
The battery charge may be getting low.Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery
replacement” in the “Do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
The No Key Detected warning appears
on the display, the outside chime sounds
three times and the inside warning
chime sounds for approximately 3 sec-
onds. The battery charge may be getting low.
Replace the battery with a new one. For
additional information, refer to “Battery
replacement” in the “Do-it-yourself” sec-
tion of this manual.
When pushing the ignition switch The Key System Error: See Owner’s
Manual warning appears on the display. It warns of a malfunction with the Intel-
ligent Key system.It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer.
LOG-IN FUNCTION
After setting up the user information, the
system will automatically recognize the user
upon turning on the vehicle.
There will be a personalized welcome greet-
ing and screen prompt to log in.
This feature allows four drivers to use their
own registration, drive mode, driving posi-
tion, air conditioner, and auto settings and
memorizes these custom settings.
The log-in user can be changed on the wel-
come greeting screen or the User List screen.
For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual. The log-in function is linked to the following
features:
∙ Meter
∙ Audio
∙ Navigation system display
∙ Navigation settings
∙ Air conditioner
∙
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped)
∙ Engine/transmission
∙ Steering
∙ Suspension (if so equipped)
∙ Active trace control system ∙ Driver assistance except for the Forward
Emergency Braking (FEB) with Pedes-
trian Detection system (if so equipped)
∙ Body Control Module (BCM)
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To remove the fuel-filler cap:1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
Awhile refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel-filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
Loose Fuel Cap warning
The Loose Fuel Cap warning will appear in
the vehicle information display when the
fuel-filler cap is not tightened correctly after
the vehicle has been refueled. It may take a
few driving trips for the message to be dis-
played. To turn off the warning, perform the
following:
1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soon as possible. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Fuel-filler cap” in this sec-
tion.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it a single click is heard. 3. Press the
button on the steering
wheel for about 1 second to turn off the
Loose Fuel Cap warning message in the
vehicle information display.
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MANUAL OPERATION (if so
equipped)
Tilt and telescopic operation
Pull the lock lever1down:
∙ Adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
2to the desired position.
∙ Adjust the steering wheel forward or backward in direction
3to the desired
position.
Push the lock lever
1up firmly to lock the
steering wheel in place.
AUTOMATIC OPERATION (if so
equipped)
Tilt and telescopic operation
To adjust the steering wheel move the switch
1in the following directions:
∙ Adjust the steering wheel up or down in direction
2to the desired tilt position. ∙ Adjust the steering wheel forward or
backward in direction
3to the desired
telescopic position.
Entry/Exit function (if so equipped)
The automatic drive positioner system will
make the steering wheel move up automati-
cally when the driver’s door is opened and the
ignition switch is in the LOCK position. This
lets the driver get into and out of the seat
more easily. The steering wheel moves back
into position when the driver’s door is closed
and the ignition switch is pushed.
For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic drive positioner” in this section.
LPD2728LPD2752
STEERING WHEEL
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The automatic drive positioner system has
two features:∙ Memory storage function
∙ Entry/exit function
MEMORY STORAGE FUNCTION
Two positions for the driver’s seat, steering
column, and outside mirrors can be stored in
the automatic drive positioner memory. Fol-
low these procedures to set the memory sys-
tem.
NOTE:
The vehicle should be stopped while setting
the memory. 1. Adjust the driver’s seat, steering column,
and outside mirrors to the desired posi-
tions by manually operating each adjust-
ing switch. For additional information,
refer to “Seats” in the “Safety—Seats,
seat belts and supplemental restraint
system” section of this manual, and
“Steering wheel” and “Outside mirrors” in
this section.
2. Push the SET switch and, within 5 sec- onds, push the memory switch (1 or 2).
The indicator light for the pushed
memory switch will come on and stay on
for approximately 5 seconds
The chime will sound when the memory is
stored.
NOTE:
If a new memory position is stored in the
same memory switch, the previous memory
position will be overwritten by the new
stored position.
Confirming memory storage
∙ Push the SET switch.
∙ If a memory position has been stored in the switch (1 or 2) then the indicator light
for the respective switch will stay on for
approximately 5 seconds.
LPD2729
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER (if
so equipped)
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Linking log-in function to a stored
memory position
The log-in function can be linked to a stored
memory position with the following proce-
dure.1. Place the ignition switch in the ON posi- tion while carrying the Intelligent Key
that was registered to the vehicle with a
log-in function.
NOTE:
Make sure the Intelligent Keys are far apart.
Otherwise, the vehicle may detect the
wrong Intelligent Key. 2. Adjust the position of the driver’s seat, steering column and outside mirrors. For
additional information, refer to “Seats” in
the “Safety—Seats, seat belts and
supplemental restraint system” section
of this manual, and “Steering wheel” and
“Outside mirrors” in this section.
3. Place the ignition switch in the OFF po- sition.
The next time you log in (selecting the user on
the display) after placing the ignition switch in
the ON position while carrying the Intelligent
Key, the system will automatically adjust to
the memorized driving position. For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual and
“Log-in function” in this section.ENTRY/EXIT FUNCTION
This system is designed so that the driver’s
seat and steering column will automatically
move when you the vehicle is engaged in the
P (Park) position. This allows the driver to
easily get in and out of the driver’s seat.
The driver’s seat will slide backward and the
steering column will move up when the igni-
tion is switched to OFF and the driver’s door
is opened.
The driver’s seat and steering wheel will re-
turn to the previous position when the igni-
tion is switched to ON.
The entry/exit function can be adjusted or
canceled through the “Comfort & Conve-
nience” options of the “Settings” menu in the
lower touch-screen display by performing the
following:
∙ Switch the Lift Steering upon Exit from ON to OFF.
∙ Switch the Slide Driver Seat Back on Exit from ON to OFF.
For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
Restarting the entry/exit function
If the battery cable is disconnected, or if the
fuse opens, the stored memory positions will
be lost and some of the functions will be
restricted: 1. Drive the vehicle over 25 mph (40 km/h).
OR 2. Open and close the driver’s door more than two times with the ignition switch
in the OFF position.
The entry/exit function should now work
properly.
SETTING MEMORY FUNCTION
The position of the following settings can be
linked to the Intelligent Key and the memo-
rized settings can be available for each Intel-
ligent Key. ∙ Climate control system
∙ Navigation system
∙ Audio system
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