light INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE 2010 Owners Manual

HEADLIGHTS
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.
Replacing
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.
Use the same number and wattage shown in the
following chart as originally installed.
If replacement is required, see an INFINITI re-
tailer.
EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR LIGHTS
Item Wattage (W)Bulb No.
Headlight* High/Low beams (xenon) 35D2S
Front turn signal light* 21WY21W
Front fog light* 55H1
Park light* 5W5W
Front side marker light* 5W5W
Rear combination light* back-up 16W16W
turn signal 21W21W
stop/tail/side marker LED—
License plate light* 5W5W
Map light 8—
Vanity mirror light 2—
Step light* 8—
Trunk light* 5—
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.
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Replacement procedures
All other lights are either type A, B, C, D, E or F.
When replacing a bulb, first remove the lens
and/or cover.
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Map light
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Vanity mirror light
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If you have a flat tire, see “FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In
case of emergency” section.
TIRE PRESSURE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS). It monitors tire pres-
sure of all tires except the spare. When the low
tire pressure warning light is lit, one or more of
your tires is significantly under-inflated.
The TPMS will activate only when the vehicle is
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h). Also,
this system may not detect a sudden drop in tire
pressure (for example a flat tire while driving).
For more details, see “Low tire pressure warning
light” in the “2. Instruments and controls” sec-
tion, “TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS)” in the “5. Starting and driving” section
and “TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS)” in the “6. In case of emergency” section.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the pressure of the tires (includ-
ing the spare) often and always prior to
long distance trips. The recommended
tire pressure specifications are shownon the Tire and Loading Information
label under the “Cold Tire Pressure”
heading. The Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label is affixed to the driver side
center pillar. Tire pressures should be
checked regularly because:
●Most tires naturally lose air over time.
●Tires can lose air suddenly when driven
over potholes or other objects or if the
vehicle strikes a curb while parking.
The tire pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold. The tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours, or
driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at mod-
erate speeds.
Incorrect tire pressure, including under
inflation, may adversely affect tire life
and vehicle handling.
WARNING
●Improperly inflated tires can fail sud-
denly and cause an accident.
●The Gross Vehicle Weight rating
(GVWR) is located on the F.M.V.S.S./
C.M.V.S.S. label. The vehicle weight
capacity is indicated on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do not
load your vehicle beyond this capac-
ity. Overloading your vehicle may re-
sult in reduced tire life, unsafe operat-
ing conditions due to premature tire
failure, or unfavorable handling char-
acteristics and could also lead to a
serious accident. Loading beyond the
specified capacity may also result in
failure of other vehicle components.
●Before taking a long trip, or whenever
you heavily load your vehicle, use a tire
pressure gauge to ensure that the tire
pressures are at the specified level.
●For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
WHEELS AND TIRES
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1. Wear indicator
2. Wear indicator location mark
Tire wear and damage
WARNING
●Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking, bulging or
objects caught in the tread. If exces-
sive wear, cracks, bulging or deep
cuts are found, the tire(s) should be
replaced.
●The original tires have built-in tread
wear indicators. When wear indica-
tors are visible, the tire(s) should be
replaced.
●Tires degrade with age and use. Have
tires, including the spare, over 6
years old checked by a qualified tech-
nician, because some tire damage
may not be obvious. Replace the tires
as necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.
●Improper service of the spare tire may
result in serious personal injury. If it
is necessary to repair the spare tire,
contact an INFINITI retailer.
●For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as originally equipped. (See “SPECIFICATIONS”
in the “9. Technical and consumer information”
section for recommended types and sizes of
tires and wheels.)
WARNING
● The use of tires other than those recom-
mended or the mixed use of tires of different
brands, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-
dial), or tread patterns can adversely affect
the ride, braking, handling, ground clear-
ance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain
clearance, speedometer calibration, head-
light aim and bumper height. Some of these
effects may lead to accidents and could re-
sult in serious personal injury.
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●If the wheels are changed for any reason,
always replace with wheels which have the
same off-set dimension. Wheels of a differ-
ent off-set could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling characteristics
and/or interference with the brake
discs/drums. Such interference can lead to
decreased braking efficiency and/or early
brake pad/shoe wear. See “WHEELS AND
TIRES” in the “9. Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual for
wheel off-set dimensions.
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is
replaced, the TPMS will not function and the
low tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light will re-
main on after 1 minute. Contact your INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible for tire replace-
ment and/or system resetting.
● Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the proper
operation of the TPMS.
● Do not install a damaged or deformed wheel
or tire even if it has been repaired. Such
wheels or tires could have structural damage
and could fail without warning.
● The use of retread tire is not recommended. ●
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
Wheel balance
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be performed with
the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the
wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical
damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the
INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Care of wheels
● Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.
● Clean the inner side of the wheels when the
wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed. ●
Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing
the wheels.
● Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.
● INFINITI recommends that the road wheels
be waxed to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.
Emergency tire puncture repair kit (if
so equipped)
The emergency tire puncture repair kit (Emer-
gency Tire Sealant) is supplied with the vehicle
instead of a spare tire. It can be used to
temporarily repair minor tire punctures.
If possible, have the vehicle towed to a facility
that can repair or replace the flat tire. Using the
emergency tire puncture repair kit may cause a
malfunction of the tire pressure sensor and
cause the low tire pressure warning light to
illuminate.
See “FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In case of emer-
gency” section for more details.
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If any undesirable driveability problems such as
engine stalling or hard hot starting are experi-
enced after using oxygenate-blend fuels, imme-
diately change to a non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel
with a low blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during refueling.
Gasoline containing oxygenates can cause paint
damage.
E-85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-85 can
only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do
not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. govern-
ment regulations require fuel ethanol dispens-
ing pumps to be identified by a small, square,
orange and black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage for that
region.
Aftermarket fuel additives
INFINITI does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (Example: fuel injec-
tor cleaner, octane booster, intake valve de-
posit removers, etc.) which are sold commer-
cially. Many of these additives intended for
gum, varnish or deposit removal may contain
active solvent or similar ingredients that can be
harmful to the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
lower than recommended above can cause per-
sistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark knock is a
metallic rapping noise.) If severe, this can lead
to engine damage. If you detect a persistent
heavy spark knock even when using gasoline of
the stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed on
level roads, have an INFINITI retailer correct the
condition. Failure to correct the condition is mis-
use of the vehicle, for which INFINITI is not re-
sponsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in knocking,
after-run or overheating. This in turn may cause
excessive fuel consumption or damage to the
engine. If any of the above symptoms are
encountered, have your vehicle checked at an
INFINITI retailer or other competent service fa-
cility.
However, now and then you may notice light
spark knock for a short time while accelerating
or driving up hills. This is no cause for concern,
because you get the greatest fuel benefit when
there is light spark knock for a short time under
heavy engine load.
CAUTION
●Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-85
fuel. Using E-85 fuel in a vehicle not specifi-
cally designed for E-85 fuel can damage fuel
system components and is not covered by
the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
● E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85% fuel
ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
● U.S. government regulations require ethanol
dispensing pumps to be identified by a
small, square, orange and black label with
the common abbreviation or the appropriate
percentage for that region.
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Due to legal requirements in some states/areas
or provinces, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the “ready condition” for an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-
sion control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when
it is driven through certain driving patterns.
Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained
by ordinary usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a “not ready condition”. Before taking
the I/M test, check the vehicle’s
inspection/maintenance test readiness condi-
tion. Push the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. If the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds, the I/M
test condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is
“ready”.
If the MIL indicates the vehicle is in a “not
ready” condition, drive the vehicle through the
following pattern to set the vehicle to the
“ready condition”. If you cannot or do not want
to perform the driving pattern, an INFINITI re-
tailer can conduct it for you.WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent
manner according to traffic conditions and
obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idleuntil the engine coolant temperature
gauge needle points between the C and H
(normal operating temperature).
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelera-
tor pedal completely and keep it released
for at least 10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a
speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for
at least 9 minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine run- ning.
5. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for 2 min-
utes.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 10 times.
7. Quickly release the accelerator pedal completely and keep it released for at
least for 1 minute. Maintain the speed for
at least 5 minutes. 8. Stop the vehicle. Place the automatic
transmission selector lever in the P (Park)
or N (Neutral) position or the manual
transmission shift lever in the N (Neutral)
position.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Start the engine and allow the engine to idle for at least 2 hours.
11. Place the ignition switch to the OFF posi- tion and leave the vehicle for at least 90
minutes.
If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac-
ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine
until step 7 is completed.
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST
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10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ........5-49
Advanced air bag system ...........1-39
Air bag system Advanced air bag system .........1-39
Door-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system .......1-44
Front passenger air bag and status
light ..................... 1-41
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system .......1-44
Air bag warning labels .............1-46
Air bag warning light ..........1-46 , 2-12
Air cleaner housing filter ...........8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...........4-35
Air conditioner specification label ....9-12
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .......4-35
Automatic climate control ........4-28
In-cabin microfilter ............4-35
Operation (See automatic climate
control) ................... 4-28
Alarm, How to stop alarm
(see vehicle security system) .........2-26
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...........5-7
Antenna .................... .4-77
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-49Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light
....................... .2-9
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ..........7-2
Interior appearance care ..........7-4
Ashtrays
(See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) .....2-39
Audible reminders .............. .2-15
Audio operation precautions .........4-36
Audio system ................. .4-36
Audio system, Steering wheel
audio controls ................ .4-75
Auto closure ................. .3-28
Autolight system ............... .2-31
Automatic Automatic adjusting function (front
windows) ................. .2-46
Automatic climate control ........4-29
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ....8-11
Climate control .............. 4-28
Driving
with automatic transmission . . . 5-11
Automatic door locks ..............3-5
Automatic drive positioner ..........3-39
Automatic seat positioner ...........3-39
Average fuel consumption and speed . . . .2-23
Avoiding collision and rollover .........5-5 B
Battery ..................... .8-13
Battery Battery saver system ...........2-32
Intelligent Key ............... 8-21
Variable voltage control system .....8-15
Before starting the engine ...........5-10
Bluetooth hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .......4-78
Booster seats ................. .1-29
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-49
Brake and clutch fluid ...........8-11
Brake system ................ 5-45
Parking brake operation ..........5-17
Brake warning light .............. .2-9
Break-in schedule .............. .5-41
Brightness control and display ON/OFF
button ...................... .4-7
Brightness control, Instrument panel . . . .2-33
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-8
Bulb replacement .............. .8-23
C
Cabin air filter ................ .4-35
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................. .9-2
Car phone or CB radio .............4-77
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Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst . . . .5-2
Center multi-function control panel......4-2
Child restraints ................ .1-18
Child restraints Booster seats ............... .1-29
Installation using LATCH
Lower Anchors ............... 1-21
Installation using the seat belts .....1-23
Precautions on child restraints ......1-18
Child safety .................. .1-13
Chimes, Audible reminders ..........2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........2-39
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..........8-20
Cleaning exterior and interior ......7-2 , 7-4
Climate control, Automatic
climate control ................ .4-28
Clock ..................... .2-38
Closing the retractable hard top .......3-23
Clutch fluid .................. .8-11
Cockpit ..................... .2-2
Cold weather driving ............. .5-51
Command (See Bluetooth Hands-Free
Phone System) .............4-80 , 4-94
Compact Disc (CD) player
(See audio system) .............. .4-52
Compact spare tire .............. .8-35
Console box ................. .2-42
Controller, Center multi-function control
panel ...................... .4-4
Controls Control panel button (display) .......4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(See automatic climate control) .....4-28
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/ lubricants .............. .9-2Changing engine coolant
.........8-8
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Corrosion protection ..............7-6
Cruise control ................. .5-18
Cruise control Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC
system) .................. .5-37
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system . . 5-20
Cruise indicator ................ .2-19
Cup holders .................. .2-40
Current

fuel consumption ...........2-23
D
Daytime running light system .........2-32
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............2-29
Dimensions ................... .9-9
Display cleaning ................ .4-6
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ................. .4-2
Distance to empty .............. .2-23
Door/trunk open warning ...........2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display .......2-15
Drive belt ................... .8-15
Drive positioner ............... .3-39
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-51
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-11
Driving with manual transmission ....5-15
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
DS (Drive Sport) mode .............5-13 E
Economy, Fuel ................. .5-41
Elapsed time ................. .2-23
Elapsed time and trip odometer . ......2-23
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ......6-3
Emission control information label ......9-11
Emission control system warranty . .....9-19
Engine Before starting the engine .........5-10
Break-in schedule ............. 5-41
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................9-2
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Engine block heater ............5-53
Engine compartment check locations . . . 8-6
Engine cooling system ...........8-7
Engine oil ..................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..............9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator .....2-21
Engine oil viscosity .............9-5
Engine serial number ...........9-10
Engine specifications ............9-7
Engine start operation indicator
(Automatic Transmission models) ....2-18
Engine start operation indicator
(Manual
Transmission models) ......2-19
If your vehicle overheats .........6-19
Starting the engine ............5-10
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Engine coolant temperature gauge......2-6
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..........9-21
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . .9-11
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .........8-17
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch) ................ .2-34
Flat tire ..................... .6-2
Flat tire Changing flat tire (with spare tire) . . . .6-12
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) .............6-3
Flat towing .................. .9-17
Floor mat cleaning ............... .7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-11
Brake and clutch fluid ...........8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...............9-2
Engine coolant ...............8-7
Engine oil ..................8-8
Power steering fluid ............8-11
Window washer fluid ...........8-12
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ..................... .4-49
Fog light switch ............... .2-34
Front passenger air bag and status light . . .1-41
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .......1-3Front-seat active head restraints
.......1-10
Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Fuel economy ................ 5-41
Fuel economy information (display) ....4-9
Fuel octane rating .............9-3
Fuel recommendation ...........9-3
Fuel-filler cap ............... 3-32
Fuel-filler door ............... 3-32
Gauge ....................2-7
Fuses ..................... .8-19
Fusible links ................. .8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-49
Gascap .................... .3-32
Gauge ...................... .2-4
Gauge Engine

coolant temperature gauge . . . .2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-5
Speedometer ................2-5
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip computer ............... 2-22
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glove box ................... .2-42
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(with navigation system) ...........4-78Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(without navigation system)
.........4-89
Hard top If the top does not open or close . . . .3-23
Indicators for retractable hard top (dot
matrix) ................... 3-22
Initializing ................. 3-24
Operating using the Intelligent Key . . . 3-24
Retractable hard top operation ......3-18
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . .2-34
Head restraints ................. .1-7
Headlights Bulb replacement .............8-24
Headlight switch .............. 2-30
Xenon headlights ............. 2-30
Heated seats ................. .2-35
Heater Automatic climate control .........4-28
Engine block heater ............5-53
HomeLink Universal Transceiver ......2-49
Hood release ................. .3-17
Horn ...................... .2-35
Ignition switch Automatic transmission models ......5-11
Manual transmission models .......5-15
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ..........5-7
Immobilizer system ............. .2-26
In-cabin microfilter .............. .4-35
Indicator lights ................ .2-13
Indicator,
Dot matrix display .........2-15
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .....2-26
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