headlights INFINITI FX 2010 User Guide

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM
Precautions on LDW system
WARNING
●This system is only a warning device to in-
form the driver of a potential unintended
lane departure. It will not steer the vehicle or
prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep
the vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of the vehicle at all times.
● The system will not operate at speeds below
approximately 45 MPH or if it cannot detect
lane markers.
● If the LDW system malfunctions, it will can-
cel automatically, and the lane departure
warning light (orange) will illuminate.
● If the lane departure warning light (orange)
illuminates, pull off the road to a safe loca-
tion and stop the vehicle. Turn the engine off
and restart the engine. If the lane departure
warning light (orange) continues to illumi-
nate, have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer. ●
Excessive noise will interfere with the warn-
ing chime sound, and the chime may not be
heard.
The system may not function properly under the
following conditions:
● On roads where there are multiple parallel
lane markers; lane markers that are faded or
not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
markers; non-standard lane markers; or lane
markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
● On roads where the discontinued lane mark-
ers are still detectable.
● On roads where there are sharp curves.
● On roads where there are sharply contrast-
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water,
wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW system could detect
these items as lane markers.)
● On roads where the traveling lane merges or
separates.
● When the vehicle’s traveling direction does
not align with the lane marker.
● When traveling close to the vehicle in front
of you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
detection range. ●
When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera unit.
● When the headlights are not bright due to
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
● When strong light enters the lane camera
unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
● When a sudden change in brightness occurs.
(For example, when the vehicle enters or
exits a tunnel or under a bridge.)
Starting and driving5-19
—
—
08/03/09—pattie


wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDP system could detect
these items as lane markers.)
● On roads where the traveling lane merges or
separates.
● When the vehicle’s traveling direction does
not align with the lane marker.
● When traveling close to the vehicle in front
of you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
detection range.
● When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera unit.
● When the headlights are not bright due to
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
● When strong light enters the lane camera
unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
● When a sudden change in brightness occurs.
(For example, when the vehicle enters or
exits a tunnel or under a bridge.) While the LDP system is operating, you may
hear a sound of brake operation. This is normal
and indicates that the LDP system is operating
properly.
LDP system operation
The LDP system provides a lane departure warning
and brake control assistance when the vehicle is
driven at speeds of approximately 45 MPH (72
km/h) and above. When the vehicle approaches
either the left or the right side of the traveling lane,
a warning chime will sound and the lane departure
warning light (orange) on the instrument panel will
blink to alert the driver. Then, the LDP system will
automatically apply the brakes for a short period of
time to help assist the driver to return the vehicle
to the center of the traveling lane.
The warning and assist functions will stop when
the vehicle returns to a position inside of the lane
marker.
LDP ON indicator light (green)/ Warning light (orange)
SSD0672
5-22Starting and driving
—
—
08/03/09—tbrooks


8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement.......................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance ........................ 8-2
General maintenance ........................... 8-2
Where to go for service ......................... 8-2
General maintenance .............................. 8-2
Explanation of maintenance items ............... 8-2
Maintenance precautions .......................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................ 8-6
VQ35HR engine ................................ 8-6
Vk50ve engine ................................. 8-7
Engine cooling system ............................. 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ................... 8-9
Changing engine coolant ....................... 8-10
Engine oil ....................................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ......................8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ...................8-11
Automatic transmission fluid ......................8-13
Power steering fluid .............................. 8-13
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-14
Brake fluid ................................... 8-14
Window washer fluid ............................. 8-14
Battery .......................................... 8-15
Jump starting ................................. 8-16
Variable voltage control system ...................8-17Drive belts
....................................... 8-17
Spark plugs ..................................... 8-18
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-18
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-19
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-19
Cleaning ...................................... 8-19
Replacing ..................................... 8-20
Rear window wiper blades ........................8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-21
Self-adjusting brakes .......................... 8-21
Brake pad wear warning ....................... 8-21
Fuses ........................................... 8-22
Engine compartment ........................... 8-22
Passenger compartment ....................... 8-23
Intelligent

Key battery replacement ................8-23
Lights ........................................... 8-25
Headlights .................................... 8-26
Exterior and interior lights .....................8-26
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-28
Tire pressure .................................. 8-28
Tire labeling .................................. 8-32
Types of tires ................................. 8-34
Tire chains ................................... 8-35
Changing wheels and tires..................... 8-36
—
—
08/03/09—pattie


When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication fre-
quently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and installed
securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking the
tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing, and
check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If nec-
essary, adjust the pressure in all tires, includ-
ing the spare, to the pressure specified. Check
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) trans-
mitter components: Replace the TPMS transmit-
ter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the
tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the
INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks or
wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation and make sure the pedal does not
catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor
mat away from the pedal.
Automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism: On
a fairly steep hill, check that your vehicle is held
securely with the selector lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes. Brake pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth opera-
tion. If the brake pedal suddenly goes down
further than normal, the pedal feels spongy or
the vehicle seems to take longer to stop, see an
INFINITI retailer immediately. Keep the floor mat
away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake opera-
tion regularly. The vehicle should be securely
held on a fairly steep hill with only the parking
brake applied. If the parking brake needs ad-
justed, see an INFINITI retailer.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjuster
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
restraints/headrests move up and down
smoothly and that the locks (if so equipped)
hold securely in all latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the steer-
ing conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-3
—
—
08/03/09—pattie


HEADLIGHTS
Replacing
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the
exterior lights in the rain or in a car wash. A
temperature difference between the inside and
the outside of the lens causes the fog. This is
not a malfunction. If large drops of water collect
inside the lens, contact an INFINITI retailer.
Xenon headlight bulb (if so equipped) :
If replacement is required, see an INFINITI re-
tailer.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they produce a
high voltage. To prevent an electric shock,
never attempt to modify or disassemble. Al-
ways have your xenon headlights replaced at
an INFINITI retailer. For additional information,
see “HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH” in
the “2. Instruments and controls” section.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
ItemWattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight* High/Low beams (Xenon) 35D2S
Front turn signal light* 21WY21W
Fog light* 35H8
Clearance light* 5W5W
Front side marker light* 5W5W
Rear combination light* back-up 21W21W
stop/tail LED—
side marker 5W5W
turn signal* 21W21W
License plate light 5W5W
Puddle light* LED—
Map light 8—
Rear personal light 8—
Cargo light 8—
Vanity mirror light 2—
Step light* 8—
High-mounted stop light* LED—
*: See an INFINITI retailer for replacement.
NOTE: Always check with the Parts Department at an INFINITI retailer for the latest information about
parts.
8-26Maintenance and do-it-yourself
—
—
08/03/09—pattie


Checking engine coolant level......8-9
Checking engine oil level .........8-10
Engine block heater ............5-81
Engine compartment check locations . . . 8-6
Engine cooling system ...........8-9
Engine oil .................. 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..............9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .....2-25
Engine oil viscosity .............9-6
Engine serial number ...........9-12
Engine specifications ............9-8
Engine start operation indicator .....2-23
If your vehicle overheats .........6-10
Starting the engine ............5-12
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......2-7
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ................... .3-25
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..........9-31
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . .9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .........8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ......8-11
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) .....2-40
Flat tire ..................... .6-2
Flat towing .................. .9-27
Floor mat cleaning ............... .7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-13
Brake fluid ................. 8-14Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants
..................9-2
Engine coolant ...............8-9
Engine oil .................. 8-10
Power steering fluid ............8-13
Window washer fluid ...........8-14
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ..................... .4-61
Fog light switch ............... .2-40
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system . . .5-61
Front passenger air bag and status light . .1-47
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-2
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .......1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Fuel

economy ............... 5-68
Fuel economy information (display) ....4-9
Fuel octane rating .............9-4
Fuel recommendation ...........9-4
Fuel-filler cap ................ 3-18
Fuel-filler door ............... 3-18
Gauge ....................2-8
Fuses ..................... .8-22
Fusible links ................. .8-22
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-60
Gascap .................... .3-18
Gauge ...................... .2-5
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . .2-7
Fuel gauge ..................2-8 Odometer
..................2-6
Speedometer ................2-6
Tachometer .................2-7
Trip computer ............... 2-27
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glove box ................... .2-48
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(with navigation system) ...........4-104
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(without navigation system) .........4-115
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . .2-40
Head restraints ................. .1-6
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front
lighting system (AFS)) ...........2-38
Bulb replacement ............. 8-26
Headlight switch .............. 2-36
Xenon headlights ............. 2-35
Headphones (See INFINITI mobile
entertainment system) ........4-94 , 4-102
Heater Automatic climate control .........4-40
Engine block heater ............5-81
HomeLink Universal Transceiver . . . . . .2-60
Hood release ................. .3-16
Hook Coat
hooks................ .2-49
Luggage hook ............... 2-50
Horn ...................... .2-41
10-3
—
—
10/19/09—tbrooks


I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ..........5-9
Ignition switch, Automatic transmission
models ..................... .5-13
Immobilizer system .............. .2-31
In-cabin microfilter .............. .4-45
Indicator lights ................ .2-18
Indicator, Dot matrix display .........2-21
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .....2-31
INFINITI voice recognition standard
mode ..................... .4-130
INFINITI voice recognition system ......4-129
INFO button .................. .4-8
Inside mirror ................. .3-21
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ......9-30
Instrument brightness control ........2-39
Instrument panel ............... .2-4
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light ...................... .2-18
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system .....5-64
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(Full Speed Range) .............. .5-28
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
MAIN switch indicator .............2-24
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light ................. .2-15
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system,
Preview function ............... .5-49
Intelligent Key ................. .3-2
Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator ................... .2-24
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ......2-23
Intelligent Key removal indicator .......2-23Intelligent Key system
.............3-6
Intelligent Key system Battery replacement ............8-23
Key operating range ............3-8
Key operation ................3-9
Warning light ................ 2-15
Warning signals .............. 3-11
Intelligent Key warning light ..........2-15
Interior light control switch ..........2-58
Interior light replacement ...........8-26
Interior lights ................. .2-58
iPod player

operation ............4-78
ISOFIX child restraint ............. .1-22
J
Jump starting .................. .6-7
K
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ......3-13
Keys ....................... .3-2
Keys, For Intelligent Key system ........3-6
Labels Air bag warning labels ...........1-53
Air conditioner specification label ....9-13
Emission control information label . . . 9-12
Engine serial number ...........9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label ..................... 9-12
Tire and Loading information label . . . 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . 9-11 L
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light ................. .2-19
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system . . .5-21
Lane departure warning (LDW) switch . . . .2-42
Lane departure warning (LDW) system . . . .5-19
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) system ......5-18
Lane departure warning chime . .......2-21
Lane departure warning light .........2-15
LATCH system ................. .1-22
License plate, Installing front license
plate ...................... .9-14
Lift gate .................... .3-16
Light Air bag warning light ............1-53
Bulb replacement ............. 8-25
Cargo light ................. 2-60
Fog light switch .............. 2-40
Headlight switch .............. 2-36
Headlights bulb replacement . . . . . . 8-26
Indicator lights ............... 2-18
Interior light control switch .......2-58
Interior lights ............... 2-58
Map lights ................. 2-58
Personal lights ............... 2-58
Vanity mirror lights ............2-59
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .................. 2-13
Xenon

headlights ............. 2-35
Light replacement .............. .8-25
Lights, Exterior and interior light
replacement ................. .8-26
10-4
—
—
10/19/09—tbrooks


Vehicle identification number (VIN)......9-11
Vehicle loading information ..........9-15
Vehicle security system ............2-29
Ventilators .................. .4-39
Voice command (See Bluetooth Hands-Free
Phone System) ............4-105 , 4-121
Voice recognition system ..........4-129
Voice recognition, Alternate command
mode ..................... .4-142
Warning Dot matrix display .............2-21
Hazard warning flasher switch ......2-40
Lane departure warning (LDW)
system ................... 5-19
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ....................5-3
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .................. 2-12
W
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels . . .1-53
Warning light Air bag warning light ............1-53
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light . . . 2-13
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light ..................... 2-13
Brake warning light ............2-13
Intelligent Key warning light .......2-15
Lane departure warning light .......2-15
Low tire pressure warning light .....2-15
Rear Active Steer warning light ......2-17
Seat belt warning light and chime ....2-17
Warning lights ................ .2-13Warranty, Emission control system
warranty
.................... .9-29
Washer switch, Windshield wiper and
washer switch ................ .2-32
Washing .................... .7-2
Waxing ..................... .7-2
Welcome light ................ .2-57
Wheel/tire size ................ .9-9
Wheels and tires ............... .8-28
Wheels and tires Care of wheels ............... .7-3
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels .....7-3
Wheels, Rear Active Steer system ......5-79
Window washer fluid ............. .8-14
Window(s) Cleaning .................. .7-3
Power

windows .............. 2-53
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . .2-32
Wiper Rain-sensing auto wiper system .....2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . 2-32
Wiper blades ................ 8-19
X
Xenon headlights ............... .2-35
10-8
—
—
10/19/09—tbrooks