hood release INFINITI G SEDAN 2013 Owner's Manual

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0-10Illustrated table of contents
GUID-6A5E5003-C9B2-4452-B103-DD9F44DAD191
SIC4683
1. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFFswitch (P.5-58)
2. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-18)
3. Sonar system off switch (if so
equipped) (P.5-53) 4. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-38)
5. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od- ometer (P.2-7)
6. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-34) 7. Paddle shifter (if so equipped) (P.5-16)
8. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left
side)
—ENTER or tuning switch (P.4-83)
— BACK switch (P.4-83)
— TALK switch (if so equipped)
(P.4-110)/Phone switch (if so
equipped) (P.4-85, 4-96)
— Volume control switches (P.4-83)
— Source select switch (P.4-83)
9. Trip computer switch (P.2-26)
10. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-31)
11. Steering-wheel-mounted controls
(right side)
—Cruise control switches (P.5-22)
— Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P.5-24)
12. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
13. Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)
14. Electric tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-25)
15. Manual tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-25)
16. Steering wheel —Horn (P.2-39)
— Driver supplemental air bag
(P.1-41)
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GUID-A9682D04-AAAB-465F-98B6-B6532C9F1362
SIC4683
1. Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFFswitch (P.5-58)
2. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-18)
3. Sonar system off switch (if so
equipped) (P.5-53) 4. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-38)
5. TRIP/RESET switch for twin trip od- ometer (P.2-7)
6. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch (P.2-34) 7. Paddle shifter (if so equipped) (P.5-16)
8. Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left
side)
—ENTER or tuning switch (P.4-83)
— BACK switch (P.4-83)
— TALK switch (if so equipped)
(P.4-110)/Phone switch (if so
equipped) (P.4-85, P.4-96)
— Volume control switches (P.4-83)
— Source select switch (P.4-83)
9. Trip computer switch (P.2-26)
10. Windshield wiper and washer switch (P.2-31)
11. Steering-wheel-mounted controls
(right side)
—Cruise control switches (P.5-22)
— Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P.5-24)
12. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
13. Intelligent Key port (P.5-12)
14. Electric tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-25)
15. Manual tilting/telescopic steering
wheel lever (if so equipped) (P.3-25)
16. Steering wheel —Horn (P.2-39)
— Driver supplemental air bag
(P.1-41)
Instruments and controls2-3
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2-16Instruments and controls
For additional information, see“Tire Pres-
sure Monitoring System (TPMS)” (P.5-4).
WARNING
.If the light does not illuminate with the
ignition switch pushed ON, have the
vehicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible.
. If the light illuminates while driving,
avoid sudden steering maneuvers or
abrupt braking, reduce vehicle speed,
pull off the road to a safe location and
stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Driving with under-inflated tires may
permanently damage the tires and in-
crease the likelihood of tire failure.
Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and could
result in serious personal injury. Check
the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust
the tire pressure to the recommended
COLD tire pressure shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label to turn
the low tire pressure warning light OFF. If
the light still illuminates while driving
after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire
may be flat. If you have a flat tire,
replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.
. 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 remain on after the 1
minute. Contact your INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible for tire replacement
and/or system resetting.
. Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
CAUTION
.The TPMS is not a substitute for the
regular tire pressure check. Be sure to
check the tire pressure regularly.
. If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of
less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS
may not operate correctly.
. Be sure to install the specified size of
tires to the four wheels correctly.
Master warning lightGUID-BFD238A1-B056-42EA-B9A0-FCCF2B17501FWhen the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the master warning light illumi-
nates if any of the following are displayed
on the dot matrix liquid crystal display:
.No key warning
. Low fuel warning
. Low washer fluid warning
. Parking brake release warning
. Door/trunk open warning
. Loose fuel cap warning
. Check tire pressure warning
See “Dot matrix liquid crystal display” (P.2-
20).
Preview Function warning light
(orange; if so equipped)
GUID-B4E486C7-1748-4EBD-A37A-79C9F389E7E0The light comes on if there is a malfunction
in the Brake Assist (with Preview Function)
system.
If the warning light comes on, park the
vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off,
restart the engine, resume driving and set
the ICC system again.
If it is not possible to set the system or the
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the
system is malfunctioning. Although the
vehicle is still driveable under normal
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SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system
GUID-284AD2C3-F1E7-4BEE-9749-AD5EE84FDA8A1. 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-957137B0-269E-4187-8DB6-D258DE6DE960The 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-8B3CB6FD-B499-42C1-8E7D-2ABD15A79496The 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. The alarm will
not stop if 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.
Instruments and controls2-29
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3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys...
.................................................................... 3-2
Intelligent Key ...
................................................. 3-2
Valet hand-off ...
.................................................. 3-3
Doors ...
.................................................................. 3-4
Locking with mechanical key ...
........................... 3-4
Opening and closing windows with the
mechanical key ...
................................................ 3-5
Locking with inside lock knob ...
......................... 3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ...
............... 3-5
Automatic door locks ...
....................................... 3-6
Child safety rear door lock (Sedan) ...
.................. 3-6
Intelligent Key system ...
......................................... 3-7
Intelligent Key operating range ...
....................... 3-8
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 ...
................................................................. 3-17
Trunk lid ...
............................................................ 3-18
Trunk lid release switch ...
................................. 3-18 Trunk open request switch
...
........................... 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch ...
............... 3-19
Interior trunk lid release ...
.............................. 3-20
Unique front and rear parts (INFINITI Performance
Line, Aerodynamic Package models) ...
.................. 3-21
Fuel-filler door ...
................................................... 3-22
Opening the fuel-filler door ...
.......................... 3-22
Fuel-filler cap ...
............................................... 3-23
Tilt/telescopic steering ...
...................................... 3-25
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...
............... 3-25
Electric operation (if so equipped) ...
............... 3-26
Sun visors ...
......................................................... 3-26
Mirrors ...
............................................................. 3-27
Inside mirror ...
................................................ 3-27
Outside mirrors ...
............................................ 3-29
Vanity mirror ...
................................................ 3-30
Automatic drive positioner (if so equipped) ...
....... 3-30
Entry/exit function (Automatic Transmission
Sedan models) ...
............................................. 3-30
Seat synchronization function ...
..................... 3-31
Memory storage ...
........................................... 3-32
System operation ...
......................................... 3-33
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Switching procedure:GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407To switch the hazard indicator and horn
(chime) operation, push the LOCK
*1
and UNLOCK*2buttons on the In-
telligent Key simultaneously for more than
2 seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is set,
the hazard indicator flashes 3 times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn
mode is set, the hazard indicator
flashes once and the horn chirps once.
NOS1695
GUID-4B9DC6A0-E55B-4DB6-B6D3-74EFFFB751FB
SPA2318
1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1
located 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.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-17
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5-8Starting and driving
collision and result in personal injury.
.The vehicle generally moves or pulls in
the direction of the flat tire.
. Do not rapidly apply the brakes.
. Do not rapidly release the accelerator
pedal.
. Do not rapidly turn the steering wheel.
1. Remain calm and do not overreact.
2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering
wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.
3. When appropriate, slowly release the accelerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.
4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe location off the road and away from
traffic if possible.
5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradu- ally stop the vehicle.
6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers and either contact a roadside emer-
gency service to change the tire or see
“Changing a flat tire” (P.6-4) of this
Owner’s Manual.
DRINKING ALCOHOL/DRUGS AND
DRIVING
GUID-9FACE374-80C0-473A-AF0E-37D9C4BE0B25
WARNING
Never drive under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces
coordination, delays reaction time and im-
pairs judgement. Driving after drinking
alcohol increases the likelihood of being
involved in an accident injuring yourself and
others. Additionally, if you are injured in an
accident, alcohol can increase the severity
of the injury.
INFINITI is committed to safe driving.
However, you must choose not to drive
under the influence of alcohol. Every year
thousands of people are injured or killed in
alcohol-related accidents. Although the
local laws vary on what is considered to
be legally intoxicated, the fact is that
alcohol affects all people differently and
most people underestimate the effects of
alcohol.
Remember, drinking and driving don’t mix!
And that is true for drugs, too (over-the-
counter, prescription, and illegal drugs). Don’t drive if your ability to operate your
vehicle is impaired by alcohol, drugs, or
some other physical condition.
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) DRIVING
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (AWD mod-
els)
GUID-A083649A-0774-46ED-A3DF-AB198E309722
WARNING
.
Do not drive beyond the performance
capability of the tires, even with AWD
engaged. Accelerating quickly, sharp
steering maneuvers or sudden braking
may cause loss of control.
. Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or
radial), and tread pattern on all four
wheels. Install tire chains on the rear
wheels when driving on slippery roads
and drive carefully.
. This vehicle is not designed for off-road
(rough road) use. Do not drive on sandy
or muddy roads that tires may get stuck
in.
. For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
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5-58Starting and driving
Normal operationGUID-36C3BA08-72B5-4E9B-96CF-93CCD7FE6655The ABS operates at speeds above 3 to 6
MPH (5 to 10 km/h).
When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
rapidly applies and releases hydraulic
pressure. This action is similar to pumping
the brakes very quickly. You may feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear a
noise from under the hood or feel a
vibration from the actuator when it is
operating. This is normal and indicates
that the ABS is operating properly. How-
ever, the pulsation may indicate that road
conditions are hazardous and extra care is
required while driving.
GUID-B2222C83-77D9-46CF-971F-591ADE2397C3The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system
uses various sensors to monitor driver
inputs and vehicle motion. Under certain
driving conditions, the VDC system helps
to perform the following functions.
.Controls brake pressure to reduce
wheel slip on one slipping drive wheel
so power is transferred to a non
slipping drive wheel on the same axle.
. Controls brake pressure and engine
output to reduce drive wheel slip based
on vehicle speed (traction control func-
tion).
. Controls brake pressure at individual
wheels and engine output to help the
driver maintain control of the vehicle in
the following conditions:
— understeer (vehicle tends to not
follow the steered path despite
increased steering input)
— oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due
to certain road or driving condi-
tions).
The VDC system can help the driver to
maintain control of the vehicle, but it
cannot prevent loss of vehicle control in
all driving situations.
When the VDC system operates, the VDC
warning light
in the instrument panel flashes so note the following:
.
The road may be slippery or the system
may determine some action is required
to help keep the vehicle on the steered
path.
. You may feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal and hear a noise or vibration
from under the hood. This is normal
and indicates that the VDC system is
working properly.
. Adjust your speed and driving to the
road conditions.
See “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warn-
ing light” (P.2-17).
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
VDC warning light
illuminates in the
instrument panel. The VDC system auto-
matically turns off.
The VDC OFF switch is used to turn off the
VDC system. The VDC off indicator
illuminates to indicate the VDC system is
off. When the VDC switch is used to turn off
the system, the VDC system still operates
to prevent one drive wheel from slipping by
transferring power to a non slipping drive
wheel. The VDC warning light
flashes if
this occurs. All other VDC functions are off,
and the VDC warning light
will not
flash. The VDC system is automatically
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) SYSTEM
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8-22Maintenance and do-it-yourself
GUID-A955C9CB-68EE-4F40-BDE3-B34F06DBBB5F
CLEANINGGUID-6C23CE69-2F5F-4308-B251-F9AFF7FCD33DIf your windshield is not clear after using
the windshield washer or if a wiper blade
chatters when running, wax or other
material may be on the blade or wind-
shield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your
windshield is clean if beads do not form
when rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild
detergent. Then rinse the blade with clear
water. If your windshield is still not clear
after cleaning the blades and using the
wiper, replace the blades.
Worn windshield wiper blades can damage
the windshield and impair driver vision.
SDI2048
REPLACINGGUID-A30ECE65-328D-496B-A5F2-872EA27D63AAReplace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab
*A, and then
move the wiper blade down the wiper
arm
*1while pushing the release tab
to remove.
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
CAUTION
. After wiper blade replacement, return
the wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the
hood is opened.
. Make sure the wiper blades contact the
glass; otherwise the arm may be da-
maged from wind pressure.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
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Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models)...
.................................. 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ...
.............................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...
...................................... 5-13
Entry/exit function ...
............................................ 3-30
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 9-26
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
.......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............. 9-13
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...
.............................. 8-21
Changing engine oil and filter ...
...................... 8-11
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
...... 6-2
Flat tire ...
............................................................... 6-3
Flat towing ...
........................................................ 9-22
Floor mat cleaning ...
.............................................. 7-5
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-14
Brake fluid ...
................................................... 8-15
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Engine coolant ...
............................................... 8-9
Engine oil ...
.................................................... 8-11
Power steering fluid ...
..................................... 8-14
Window washer fluid ...
................................... 8-15
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
........................................................ 4-60
Fog light switch ...
................................................ 2-39
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
........... 1-49 Front power seat adjustment
...
............................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
........................ 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ...
....................... 1-12
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Fuel economy ...
............................................... 5-47
Fuel economy information (display) ...
.............. 4-11
Fuel information ...
............................................. 9-4
Fuel octane rating ...
.......................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
............................................... 3-22
Fuel-filler door ...
............................................. 3-22
Gauge ...
............................................................ 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...
............................. 3-24
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ...
.................................. 5-46
Fuses ...
................................................................ 8-24
Fusible links ...
..................................................... 8-24
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ...
................. 2-59
Gas cap ...
............................................................ 3-22
Gauge ...
................................................................. 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...
................. 2-8
Fuel gauge ...
..................................................... 2-9
Odometer ...
....................................................... 2-7
Speedometer ...
................................................. 2-7
Tachometer ...
.................................................... 2-8
Trip computer ...
.............................................. 2-26
General maintenance ...
.......................................... 8-3
Glove box ...
......................................................... 2-47 Golf bag stowing
...
.............................................. 2-50
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-85
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-96
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
............................ 6-2
Head restraints (front seats) ...
............................... 1-9
Head restraints (rear seats) ...
............................... 1-13
Headlights Bulb replacement ...
......................................... 8-30
Headlight switch ...
.......................................... 2-35
Xenon headlights ...
......................................... 2-34
Heated seats ...
.................................................... 2-40
Heater, Automatic climate control ...
..................... 4-31
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...
...................... 2-59
Hood release ...
.................................................... 3-17
Hook, Coat hooks ...
............................................. 2-50
Horn ...
................................................................. 2-39
I
Ignition switch
(Push-button) ...
................................................. 5-9
Manual transmission models ...
....................... 5-19
Immobilizer system ...
........................................... 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ...
............................................ 4-41
Indicator Dot matrix display ...
....................................... 2-20
Lights ...
.......................................................... 2-18
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