ECU INFINITI EX 2012 Owner's Manual

2-12Instruments and controls
GUID-6AAEFF3D-0DD3-4C79-B5F3-C17FD9AE3F5E
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)*Intelligent Key warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightLane departure warning light (orange)*Front passenger air bag status light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Automatic transmission check warning lightLow washer fluid warning lightIntelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light*
Brake warning lightMaster warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON indica-
tor light (green)*
Preview Function warning light (orange)*Low beam indicator light
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system warning
light (orange)*Seat belt warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system warn-
ing light (orange)*Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightAdaptive Front lighting System (AFS) indi-
cator light*Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)*Automatic transmission position indicator
light*: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBSGUID-38FC5737-A834-4040-96EA-92B7DF1FF61D
,or,,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
,or,,,,,,,,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI retailer. Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix crystal display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See
“Dot matrix liquid crystal display”
later in this section.)
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS

2-20Instruments and controls
light should turn off
after a few driving trips. If thelight
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission con-
trol system.
To reduce or avoid emission control system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45
MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the emission control system checked and
repaired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy, and
possible damage to the emission control
system.
Security indicator lightGUID-F283CFB3-5490-40E8-A11A-48F8F334CA30
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
GUID-03F65A59-AF9A-4CAE-937B-1BFA717FB4C0
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light
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button.
DISPLAY:
GUID-4D508F5D-FA8E-49D6-A9E2-6F8E76C17033
switch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other
menus.
DETAIL:
GUID-4D508F5D-FA8E-49D6-A9E2-6F8E76C17033
SIC2133
Your vehicle has two types of security
systems, as follows:
. Vehicle security system
. INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
The security condition will be shown by the
security indicator light.
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEMGUID-87DD9A1C-A96A-4B80-97F8-9699DF2B983A

SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system
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INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
GUID-D708FE52-0AAB-44D1-AA87-BF551124C4E3
SIC2045
Security indicator lightGUID-0FB46DD6-0B3A-47D1-A676-318B2274AB45

2-50Instruments and controls
SSS0831
SEAT-MOUNTED JACKET HANGER (if
so equipped)
GUID-B5EA838E-2449-4A2B-88B3-985E17B5A97F
SIC3248
COAT HOOKSGUID-967014A4-B654-44F1-A0BC-FAC4FD4136DC
CAUTION
Do not place items which are more than 2 lb
(1 kg) on the hook.
SIC4072
LUGGAGE HOOKSGUID-901A4A86-EDAC-4B5B-90D1-45F288B31AFE
WARNING
.Always make sure that the cargo is
properly secured. Use the suitable ropes
and hooks.
. Unsecured cargo can become dangerous
in an accident or sudden stop.

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SIC3638
To remove the cargo cover, stow the cover
and pull the holder to the opposite side
*3.
WARNING
.Never put anything on the cargo cover,
no matter how small. Any object on it
could cause an injury in an accident or
sudden stop.
. Do not leave the cargo cover in the
vehicle with it disengaged from the
holder.
. Properly secure all cargo with ropes or straps 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.
. If the cargo cover contacts the top tether
strap when it is attached to the top
tether anchor, remove the cargo cover
from the vehicle or secure it on the cargo
floor below its attachment location. If
the cargo cover is not removed, it may
damage the top tether strap during a
collision. Your child could be seriously
injured or killed in a collision if the child
restraint top tether strap is damaged.
. Do not allow cargo to contact the top
tether strap when it is attached to the
top tether anchor. Properly secure the
cargo so it does not contact the top
tether strap. Cargo that is not properly
secured or cargo that contacts the top
tether strap may damage the top tether
strap during a collision. Your child could
be seriously injured or killed in a
collision if the child restraint top tether
strap is damaged.
. Do not use the cargo cover if the rear
seats are folded down.
SIC3639
ROOF RACK (if so equipped)GUID-7DEE6FFA-E022-4DE5-BDD5-66ABFFAF8000

WARNING
.Drive extra carefully when the vehicle is
loaded at or near the cargo carrying
capacity, especially if the significant
portion of that load is carried on the
roof rack.
. Heavy loading of the roof rack has the
potential to affect the vehicle stability
and handling during sudden or unusual
handling maneuvers.
. Roof rack load should be evenly dis-
tributed.
. Do not exceed maximum roof rack load
weight capacity.
. Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. In a sudden stop or collision,
unsecured cargo could cause personal
injury.
CAUTION
Use care when placing or removing items
from the roof rack. If you cannot comfortably
lift the items onto the roof rack from the
ground, use a ladder or stool.
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WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is
in motion and before closing the win-
dows. Use the window lock switch to
prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls and be-
come trapped in the window. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the
ignition switch is in the ON position or for
about 45 seconds after the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver’s or front passenger’s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is can-
celed.
Instruments and controls2-53
WINDOWS

GUID-15E71DED-7DD0-411C-86F6-371302C7A6CA
WARNING
The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves
when the buttons are pushed. The FAA
advises that the radio waves may affect
aircraft navigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the Intelligent Key
while on an airplane. Make sure that the
buttons are not operated unintentionally
when the unit is stored for a flight.
It is possible to lock/unlock all doors, fuel-
filler door, activate the panic alarm and
open the windows by pushing the buttons
on the Intelligent Key from outside the
vehicle.
Before locking the doors, make sure the
Intelligent Key is not left in the vehicle.
The LOCK/UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key can operate at a distance of
approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the
vehicle. (The effective distance depends
upon the conditions around the vehicle.)
As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be used
with one vehicle. For information concern-
ing the purchase and use of additional
Intelligent Keys, contact an INFINITI retai-
ler.The lock and unlock buttons on the
Intelligent Key will not operate when:
.
the distance between the Intelligent Key
and the vehicle is over 33 ft (10 m).
. the Intelligent Key battery runs down.
After locking with the remote keyless entry
function, pull the door handle to make sure
the doors are securely locked.
The LOCK/UNLOCK operating range varies
depending on the environment. To securely
operate the lock and unlock buttons,
approach the vehicle to about 3 ft (1 m)
from the door.SPA2252
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
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3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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SPA2452
1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1located below the instrument panel;
the hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down to latch both the right
and left locks. Push the hood down to
lock the hood securely into place.
WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely closed
and latched before driving. Failure to do
so could cause the hood to fly open and
result in an accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
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WARNING
.Always be sure the lift gate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
. Do not drive with the lift gate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. See “Precau-
tions when starting and driving” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section for
exhaust gas.
HOOD LIFT GATE