air INFINITI G35 2003 Owners Manual

Foreword Your INFINITI represents a new way of think-
ing about vehicle design. It integrates ad-
vanced engineering and superior craftsman-
ship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity
associated with traditional Japanese culture.
The result is a different notion of luxury and
beauty. The car itself is important, but so is the
sense of harmony that the vehicle evokes in
its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you
feel with the INFINITI Ð from the way it looks
and drives to the high level of retailer service.
To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the
fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner's
Manual immediately. It explains all of the
features, controls and performance character-
istics of your INFINITI; it also provides impor-
tant instructions and safety information.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
can be found in your Owner's literature
portfolio. Always carry it with you when
you take your INFINITI to an authorized
retailer. The portfolio contents provide
complete information about all warranties
covering this vehicle, the periodic mainte-
nance required to keep the warranties in
effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside
Assistance program. Additionally, a separate Customer Care
and Lemon Law Information Booklet will
explain how to resolve any concerns you
may have with your vehicle, as well as
clarify your rights under your state's
lemon law.
INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying
ownership experience for as long as you own
your car. Should you have any questions
regarding your INFINITI or your INFINITI re-
tailer, please contact our Consumer Affairs
department at 1-800-662-6200. In Hawaii
1-808-836-0888 (Oahu number). In Canada
1-800-361-4792. Thank you.
READ FIRST Ð THEN DRIVE
SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read
your Owner's Manual carefully. This will
ensure familiarity with controls and main-
tenance requirements, assisting you in the
safe operation of your vehicle. WARNINGIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMA-
TION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these important driving rules to
help ensure a safe and comfortable trip
for you and your passengers!
O Never drive under the influence of al-
cohol or drugs.
O Always observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for condi-
tions.
O Always use your seat belts and appro-
priate child restraint systems. Preteen
children should be seated in the rear
seat.
O Always provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features
to all occupants of the vehicle.
O Always review this Owner's Manual
for important safety information.
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Table of
Contents Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Heater, air conditioner and audio systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Do-it-yourself
Maintenance
Technical and consumer information
Index
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1 Seats, restraints and supplemental air
bag systems Seats ......................................................................... 1-2
Front manual seat adjustment ............................. 1-2
Front power seat adjustment (if so equipped) ..... 1-4
Rear seat adjustment .......................................... 1-7
Head restraint adjustment .................................... 1-9
Active head restraint (front seats) ...................... 1-10
Supplemental restraint system ................................ 1-11
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ................................................................ 1-11
Supplemental air bag warning labels ................. 1-23
Supplemental air bag warning light .................... 1-23
Seat belts ................................................................ 1-25
Precautions on seat belt usage ......................... 1-25
Child safety......................................................... 1-27 Pregnant women ................................................ 1-29
Injured persons................................................... 1-29
Three-point type seat belt with retractor ............ 1-29
Seat belt extenders ............................................ 1-32
Seat belt maintenance ....................................... 1-32
Child restraints ........................................................ 1-33
Precautions on child restraints ........................... 1-33
Installation on rear seat outboard or center
positions ............................................................. 1-35
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether for Children)
system ................................................................ 1-40
Top tether strap child restraint ........................... 1-41
Installation on front passenger seat ................... 1-43
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WARNINGO Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against your body. In an accident
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal
injuries. O For most effective protection when
the vehicle is in motion, the seat
should be upright. Always sit well
back in the seat and adjust the seat
belt properly. See ªPrecautions on
seat belt usageº later in this section. FRONT MANUAL SEAT
ADJUSTMENT
WARNING O Do not adjust the driver's seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation. The seat may
move suddenly and could cause loss
of control of the vehicle.
O After adjustment, gently rock in the
seat to make sure it is securely
locked. SSS0133
SEATS
1-2 Seats, restraints and supplemental air bag systems
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Forward and backward Pull the lever up while you slide the seat
forward or backward to the desired position.
Release the lever to lock the seat in position.
Reclining To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and
lean back. To bring the seatback forward
again, pull the lever and move your body
forward. The seatback will move forward.
Seat lifter (if so equipped for driver's
seat) Turn either dial to adjust the angle and height
of the seat cushion to the desired position. SSS0169 SSS0168
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FRONT POWER SEAT
ADJUSTMENT (if so equipped)
WARNINGO Do not adjust the driver's seat while
driving so full attention may be given
to vehicle operation.
O Do not leave children unattended in-
side the vehicle. They could unknow-
ingly activate switches or controls.
Unattended children could become
involved in serious accidents.
Operating tips O The seat motor has an auto-reset overload
protection circuit. If the motor stops during
operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate
the switch.
O Do not operate the power seat for a long
period of time when the engine is off. This
will discharge the battery.
See ªAutomatic seat positionerº in the ª3.
Pre-driving checks and adjustmentsº for auto-
matic seat positioner operation. Forward and backward (Sedan) Moving the switch forward or backward will
slide the seat forward or backward to the
desired position.
Reclining (Sedan) Move the recline switch backward until the
desired angle is obtained. To bring the seat-
back forward again, move the switch forward
and move your body forward. The seatback
will move forward. SSS0182
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Forward and backward (Coupe) Moving the switch forward or backward will
slide the seat forward or backward to the
desired position.
Reclining (Coupe) To recline the seatback, pull the lever up and
lean back. To bring the seatback forward
again, pull the lever up and move your body
forward. The seatback will move forward.
Seatback lever (Coupe, front
passenger side) The seatback lever can be used in the same
way as the reclining lever on the side of the
seat from the driver's seat.
Walk-in mechanism (Coupe) O When the seatback lever or the reclining
lever on the side of the seat is pulled
upward, the seatback of the front passen-
ger seat will tilt down moving the seat
forward. This makes it easier to get in and
out of the rear seat. SSS0217 SSS0218
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O To return the seat to its original position,
raise the seatback and lock the seat. The
seat will return to its original position.
O The front passenger seat will stop at 7 in
(175 mm) from its frontmost position to
retain space for the rear passenger.
CAUTIONO When returning the seat to its original
position, confirm the seat and seat-
back are locked properly.
O Be careful not to pinch your hand or
foot or bump your head when operat-
ing the walk-in seat. The seatback will
fold down rapidly.
O Do not put any objects in front or rear
of the seat. They may be pinched and
damaged.
The automatic forwarding and reversing will
not work or stop under the following condi-
tions:
O When the vehicle speed is above 4 MPH (7
km/h).
O When the seat belt is fastened. O When the selector lever is not in the P
(Park) position (Automatic transmission
model's driver's seat) or the parking brake
is not applied (Manual transmission mod-
el's driver's seat)
O When the door is closed.
O When the slide adjusting switch is oper-
ated.
Seat lifter (Driver's seat) Pull the switch up or push it down to adjust the
angle and height of the seat cushion. SSS0183
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Lumbar support (Driver's seat) The lumbar support feature provides lower
back support to the driver. Move the lever up
or down to adjust the seat lumbar area.
REAR SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Reclining (if so equipped) Pull the reclining lever and position the seat
back at the desired angle. Release the reclin-
ing lever after positioning the seat at the
desired angle.
WARNING O Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident
you could be thrown into it and re-
ceive neck or other serious injuries.
You could also slide under the lap
belt and receive serious internal inju-
ries.
O For the most effective protection
when the vehicle is in motion, the
seat should be upright. Always sit
well back in the seat and adjust the
seat belt properly. See ªSeat beltsº
later in this section for precautions
on seat belt usage.
O After adjustment, check to be sure
the seat is securely locked.SSS0184 SSS0185
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Armrest (if so equipped) Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal. Interior trunk access Sedan:
Pull the partition down to access the trunk from
the rear seat.
The partition can be locked using the mas-
ter key to prevent unauthorized access.
Remove the key while opening or closing the
partition. Otherwise, the partition may be dam-
aged. Coupe:
Pull the handle on the left side of the trunk and
push the seatback forward to access the trunk
from the rear seat.
WARNING Properly secure all cargo 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.SSS0186 SSS0187 SSS0219
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