key INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE 2012 User Guide

INDICATORS FOR OPERATIONGUID-84272A4A-6052-4263-A664-20875F6F8605
1. Engine start operation indicator
(Automatic Transmission models)
GUID-74EE5B61-DBFA-4EFB-88A8-FD4791368814This indicator appears when the selector
lever is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with
the brake pedal depressed.
2. Intelligent Key insertion indicatorGUID-7EC3CC20-055E-4748-89E9-546659B16DD2This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key needs to be inserted into the Intelli-
gent Key port. (For example, the Intelligent
Key battery is discharged.)
If this indicator appears, insert the Intelli-
gent Key into the Intelligent Key port in the
correct direction. (See“Push-button igni-
tion switch” (P.5-9).)
3. Intelligent Key removal indicatorGUID-E97F2B44-59D7-4F86-B805-87D935322322This indicator appears when the driver’s
door is opened with the ignition switch in
the OFF or LOCK position and the Intelli-
gent Key placed in the Intelligent Key port.
A key reminder chime also sounds.
If this indicator appears, remove the
Intelligent Key from the Intelligent Key port
and take it with you when leaving the vehicle.
4. NO KEY warningGUID-0E088D23-797D-4BCD-9EFA-5D18EF48BB60This warning appears in either of the
following conditions.
No key inside the vehicle:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The warning appears when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
Unregistered Intelligent Key:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed from the LOCK position
and the Intelligent Key cannot be recog-
nized by the system. You cannot start the
engine with an unregistered key. Use the
registered Intelligent Key.
See
“Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7) for
more details.
5. SHIFT “P”warning (Automatic
Transmission models)
GUID-A045BF12-21D3-44A7-9F90-25A880A7D4E9This warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed to stop the engine with
the selector lever in any position except
the P (Park) position.
If this warning appears, move the selector lever to the P (Park) position or push the
ignition switch to the ON position.
An inside warning chime will also sound.
(See
“Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7).)
6.“PUSH” warning (Automatic
Transmission models)
GUID-4EE96F9F-D3F9-4370-9B3A-8092BAFA67C5This warning appears when the selector
lever is moved to the P (Park) position with
the ignition switch in the ACC position after
the SHIFT “P”warning appears.
To push the ignition switch to the OFF
position, perform the following procedure:
SHIFT “P”warning ?(Move the selector
lever to “P”)?PUSH warning ?(Push the
ignition switch ?ignition switch position
is turned to ON) ?PUSH warning ?(Push
the ignition switch ?ignition switch
position is turned to OFF)
7. Intelligent Key battery discharge
indicator
GUID-D9ACD27D-F570-46C6-BB77-0666392B3024This indicator appears when the Intelligent
Key battery is running out of power.
If this indicator appears, replace the
battery with a new one. (See “Intelligent
Key battery replacement” (P.8-24).)
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.BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. LANGUAGE
Select this submenu to choose English
or French for display.
. UNIT
Select this submenu to choose the unit
from MPG or l/100 km.
7. Warning checkGUID-B3B1E243-1A4C-443C-A389-E370A01A522CSKIP:GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Push theswitch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other
menus.
DETAIL:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407This item is available only when a warning
is displayed.
Select this menu to see the details of
warnings.
GUID-5140D3C5-BD2C-4A49-A516-5D14A5F9BFAC
SIC4169
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-2E01F60E-CDBB-451D-A069-BFD7EDFAACCDThe vehicle security system provides visual
and audio alarm signals if someone opens
the doors, hood, or trunk lid when the
system is armed. It is not, however, a
motion detection type system that acti-
vates when a vehicle is moved or when a
vibration occurs.
The system helps deter vehicle theft but
cannot prevent it, nor can it prevent the
theft of interior or exterior vehicle compo-
nents in all situations. Always secure your
vehicle even if parking for a brief period.
Never leave your Intelligent Key(s) in the
vehicle, and always lock it when unat-
tended. Be aware of your surroundings,
and park in secure, well-lit areas whenever
possible.
Many devices offering additional protec-
tion, such as component locks, identifica-
tion markers, and tracking systems, are
available at auto supply stores and speci-
alty shops. Your INFINITI retailer may also
offer such equipment. Check with your
insurance company to see if you may be
eligible for discounts for various theft
protection features.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS

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SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system
GUID-CE9139D0-6229-4D12-B5B7-B83BCD0085811. Close all windows.The system can be armed even if the
windows are open.
2. Push the ignition switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
4. Close all doors, hood and trunk. Lock all doors. The doors can be locked with
the Intelligent Key, door handle request
switch, power door lock switch or
mechanical key. 5. Confirm that the security indicator light
comes on. The security indicator light
stays on for about 30 seconds. The
vehicle security system is now pre-
armed. After about 30 seconds the
vehicle security system automatically
shifts into the armed phase. The
security light begins to flash once every
approximately 3 seconds. If, during this
30-second pre-arm time period, the
door is unlocked, or the ignition switch
is pushed to ACC or ON, the system will
not arm.
Even when the driver and/or passengers
are in the vehicle, the system will activate
with all doors, hood, and trunk lid locked
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position. When pushing the ignition switch
to the ACC or ON position, the system will
be released.
Vehicle security system activationGUID-54D57BB8-9F18-4163-B041-408144181E15The vehicle security system will give the
following alarm:
. The headlights blink and the horn
sounds intermittently.
. The alarm automatically turns off after
approximately 1 minute. However, the
alarm reactivates if the vehicle is tampered with again.
The alarm is activated by:
. Unlocking the door or opening the trunk
lid without using the button on the
Intelligent Key, the door handle request
switch or the mechanical key. (Even if
the door is opened by releasing the
door inside lock knob, the alarm will
activate.)
. Opening the hood.
How to stop an activated alarmGUID-C1AF44C3-20AE-4AC5-8638-2FC58DC203BFThe alarm will stop by unlocking a door by
pushing the unlock button on the Intelli-
gent Key, the door handle request switch
or using the mechanical key, or when the
ignition switch is pushed to the ACC or ON
position.
If the system does not operate as de-
scribed above, have it checked by an
INFINITI retailer.

INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
GUID-647D2782-9A26-48B8-9751-98B3D7C60900The INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
will not allow the engine to start without
the use of the registered Intelligent Key.
Never leave these keys in the vehicle.
Statement related to section 15 of FCC
rules for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System (CONT ASSY - CARD SLOT)
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.For Canada:
This device complies with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
SIC2045
Security indicator lightGUID-305489EB-3C88-4628-802E-60E54C33A510The security indicator light is located on
the meter panel. It indicates the status of
the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System.
The light blinks after the ignition switch
was in the LOCK position. This function
indicates the security systems equipped on
the vehicle are operational.
If the INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
is malfunctioning, this light will remain on
while the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
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2-30Instruments and controls
If the light still remains on and/or the
engine will not start, see an INFINITI
retailer for INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System service as soon as possible.
Please bring all Intelligent Keys that you
have when visiting an INFINITI retailer for
service.
GUID-9B125A7C-7968-427F-9120-D836A73D7D8C
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm windshield with the defros-
ter before you wash the windshield.
CAUTION
.Do not operate the washer continuously
for more than 30 seconds.
. Do not operate the washer if the
reservoir tank is empty.
. Do not fill the window washer reservoir
tank with washer fluid concentrates at
full strength. Some methyl alcohol
based washer fluid concentrates may
permanently stain the grille if spilled
while filling the window washer reser-
voir tank.
. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with
water to the manufacturer’s recom-
mended levels before pouring the fluid
into the window washer reservoir tank.
Do not use the window washer reservoir tank to mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water.
WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH

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SIC3469
GLOVE BOXGUID-E453FEBC-BD31-4A48-B189-0D51A9EA10D1
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle*1.
To close, push the lid in until the lock
latches.
To lock
*2/unlock*3the glove box, use
the mechanical key. For the mechanical key
usage, see “Keys”(P.3-3).
SIC4363
Automatic transmission models
SIC4174
Manual transmission models
CONSOLE BOXGUID-3F3412D6-DA4D-490B-8E20-F252B31A4C00To open the console boxes, push the knob
*Aand pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until latched.
The inner tray (if so equipped) can be
moved to the front or rear position.

GUID-B372DB1F-0484-43C8-8B5E-9C66417B0136
SIC4043
MAP LIGHTSGUID-1E06A8C9-EED5-4825-860F-6894F4DC7D52Push the button as illustrated to turn the
light on or off.
SIC4044
INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCHGUID-7436DCF0-BA4A-479E-92CB-4B4E845FF4D3The interior light control switch has three
positions: ON, DOOR and OFF.
ON positionGUID-FD515DE0-0DC3-41F2-800F-CDCD6A12773DWhen the switch is in the ON position*1the map lights will illuminate.
DOOR positionGUID-2E856F9A-0234-4827-B179-2252091C9CC6When the switch is in the DOOR position
*2, the map lights will illuminate under
the following conditions:
. ignition switch is switched to the OFF or
LOCK position —
remain on for about 15 seconds.
. doors are unlocked by pushing the
UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key
or door handle request switch with the
ignition switch in the LOCK position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened and then closed
with the ignition switch in the LOCK
position
— remain on for about 15 seconds.
. any door is opened with the ignition
switch in the ACC or ON position
— remain on while the door is opened.
When the door is closed, the lights
go off.
The lights will also turn off after 15
minutes when the lights remain illumi-
nated after the ignition switch has been
pushed to the OFF or LOCK position to
prevent the battery from becoming dis-
charged.
When the auto interior illumination is set
to the OFF position (see “Vehicle informa-
tion and settings” (P.4-9)), the lights will
illuminate under the following condition:
. any door is opened with the ignition
switch in any position
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INTERIOR LIGHTS

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys...
.................................................................... 3-3
Intelligent Key ...
................................................. 3-3
Valet hand-off ...
.................................................. 3-4
Doors ...
.................................................................. 3-5
Locking with mechanical key ...
........................... 3-5
Opening and closing windows with the
mechanical key ...
................................................ 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ...
......................... 3-6
Locking with power door lock switch ...
............... 3-6
Automatic door locks ...
....................................... 3-6
Intelligent Key system ...
......................................... 3-7
Intelligent key operating range ...
........................ 3-9
Door locks/unlocks precaution ...
........................ 3-9
Intelligent Key operation ...
............................... 3-10
Battery saver system ...
..................................... 3-12
Warning signals ...
............................................. 3-12
Troubleshooting guide ...
................................... 3-13
Remote keyless entry system ...
............................. 3-14
How to use remote keyless entry system ...
....... 3-14
Hood ...
................................................................. 3-18
Retractable hard top ...
.......................................... 3-19
Before operating the retractable hard top ...
...... 3-19
When operating the retractable hard top ...
....... 3-21
Indicators for the retractable hard top ...
........... 3-23
Opening the retractable hard top ...
.................. 3-24 Closing the retractable hard top
...
.................. 3-25
If the retractable hard top does not open or
close electrically ...
.......................................... 3-25
Operating the retractable hard top using the
intelligent key ...
.............................................. 3-26
Initializing of the retractable hard top ...
.......... 3-26
Troubleshooting guide ...
................................. 3-27
Trunk lid ...
........................................................... 3-29
Trunk lid release switch ...
............................... 3-29
Trunk open request switch ...
........................... 3-29
Auto closure ...
................................................ 3-30
Trunk release power cancel switch ...
............... 3-30
Interior trunk lid release ...
.............................. 3-31
Fuel-filler door ...
................................................... 3-31
Opening the fuel-filler door ...
.......................... 3-31
Fuel-filler cap ...
............................................... 3-32
Tilt/telescopic steering ...
...................................... 3-34
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...
............... 3-34
Electric operation (if so equipped) ...
............... 3-34
Sun visors ...
......................................................... 3-35
Mirrors ...
.............................................................. 3-35
Inside mirror ...
................................................ 3-35
Outside mirrors ...
............................................ 3-36
Vanity mirror ...
................................................ 3-37

GUID-2CA87FED-CC81-43A9-99E0-1BF44B1326DDA key number plate is supplied with your
keys. Record the key number and keep it in
a safe place (such as your wallet), not in
the vehicle. If you lose your keys, see an
INFINITI retailer for duplicates by using the
key number. INFINITI does not record any
key numbers so it is very important to keep
track of your key number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, this
key can be duplicated by an INFINITI
retailer.
SPA2222
1. Intelligent Keys (2)
2. Mechanical keys (inside the Keys) (2)
3. Key number plate (1)
INTELLIGENT KEYGUID-8DF6B5D7-654C-4E8B-9B67-2BF43195BBCEYour vehicle can only be driven with the
Intelligent Keys which are registered to
your vehicle’s Intelligent Key system com-
ponents and INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System components. As many as 4 Intelli-
gent Keys can be registered and used with
one vehicle. The new keys must be
registered by an INFINITI retailer prior to
use with the Intelligent Key system and
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System of your
vehicle. Since the registration processrequires erasing all memory in the Intelli-
gent Key components when registering
new keys, be sure to take all Intelligent
Keys that you have to the INFINITI retailer.
It is possible that the Intelligent Key
functions become canceled. Contact an
INFINITI retailer.
CAUTION
.
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when driving. The Intelligent Key is a
precision device with a built-in transmit-
ter. To avoid damaging it, please note
the following.
—The Intelligent Key is water resis-
tant; however, wetting may damage
the Intelligent Key. If the Intelligent
Key gets wet, immediately wipe until
it is completely dry.
—Do not bend, drop or strike itagainst another object.
—If the outside temperature is below
148F (−108C) degrees, the battery of
the Intelligent Key may not function
properly.
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KEYS

3-4Pre-driving checks and adjustments
—Do not place the Intelligent Key foran extended period in a place where
temperatures exceed 1408F (608C).
—Do not change or modify the In-telligent Key.
—Do not use a magnet key holder.
—Do not place the Intelligent Key nearan electric appliance such as a
television set or personal computer.
—Do not allow the Intelligent Key to
come into contact with water or salt
water, and do not wash it in a
washing machine. This could affect
the system function.
. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen,
INFINITI recommends erasing the ID code
of that Intelligent Key. This will prevent
the Intelligent Key from unauthorized
use to unlock the vehicle. For informa-
tion regarding the erasing procedure,
please contact an INFINITI retailer.
SPA2033
Mechanical keyGUID-22F9043D-9B47-4548-9C90-0500C4D4F981To remove the mechanical key, release the
lock knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert
it into the Intelligent Key until the lock
knob returns to the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock
the doors and glove box if they are
equipped with a key cylinder.
See “Doors” (P.3-5) and “Storage”(P.2-44).
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key installed in
the key.
VALET HAND-OFFGUID-0A7A8959-B50E-41F6-9C93-9E912F043E37When you have to leave a key with a valet,
give them the Intelligent Key itself and
keep the mechanical key with you to
protect your belongings.
To prevent the glove box and the trunk
from being opened during valet hand-off,
follow the procedures below.
1. Push the trunk release power cancel
switch to the CANCEL side.
2. Remove the mechanical key from the Intelligent Key.
3. Lock the glove box with the mechanical key.
4. Hand the Intelligent Key to the valet, keeping the mechanical key in your
pocket or bag for insertion into the
Intelligent Key when you retrieve your
vehicle.
See “Trunk lid” (P.3-29) and “Storage”(P.2-
44).