air condition INFINITI G35 2003 Owners Manual

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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ing condition should get fresh air promptly.
Supplemental front air bags, along with the
use of seat belts, helps to cushion the impact
force on the face and chest of the front occu-
pants. They can help save lives and reduce
serious injuries. However, an inflating front air
bag may cause facial abrasions or other inju-
ries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to
the lower body.
The seat belts should be correctly worn and
the driver and passenger seated upright as far
as practical away from the steering wheel or
instrument panel. The supplemental front air
bags inflates quickly in order to help protect
the front occupants. Because of this, the force
of the front air bag inflating can increase the
risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or
is against, the air bag module during inflation.
The air bag will deflate quickly after the colli-
sion is over.
After turning the ignition key to the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light illuminates. The supplemental air bag
warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational. WARNING O Do not place any objects on the steer-
ing wheel pad or on the instrument
panel. Also, do not place any objects
between any occupant and the steer-
ing wheel or instrument panel. Such
objects may become dangerous pro-
jectiles and cause injury if the supple-
mental front air bag inflates.
O Right after inflation, several air bag
system components will be hot. Do
not touch them; you may severely
burn yourself.
O No unauthorized changes should be
made to any components or wiring of
the supplemental front air bag sys-
tem. This is to prevent accidental
inflation of the air bag or damage to
the air bag system.
O Do not make unauthorized changes
to your vehicle's electrical system,
suspension system or front end
structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag
system.
O Tampering with the supplemental
front air bag system may result in
serious personal injury. Tampering
includes changes to the steering
wheel and the instrument panel as-
sembly by placing material over the
steering wheel pad, above the dash-
board, or by installing additional trim
material around the air bag system.
O Work around and on the supplemen-
tal front air bag system should be
done by an authorized INFINITI re-
tailer. Installation of electrical equip-
ment should also be done by an au-
thorized INFINITI retailer. The yellow
and orange Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) wiring and connectors
should not be modified or discon-
nected. Unauthorized electrical test
equipment and probing devices
should not be used on the air bag
system.
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O A cracked windshield should be re-
placed immediately by a qualified re-
pair facility. A cracked windshield
could affect inflation of the supple-
mental air bag system.
O The SRS wiring harness connectors
are yellow and orange for easy iden-
tification.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the supplemental front
air bag system and guide the buyer to the
appropriate sections in this Owner's Manual.
Supplemental side air bag and
curtain side-impact air bag systems The supplemental side air bags are located in
the outside of the seatback of the front seats.
The supplemental curtain side-impact air bags
are located in the side roof rails. These sys-
tems are designed to meet voluntary guide-
lines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-
position occupants. However, all of the
information, cautions and warnings in this
manual still apply and must be followed.
The supplemental side air bags and curtain
side-impact air bags are designed to inflate in
higher severity side collisions on the side of the vehicle impacted, although they may in-
flate if the forces in another type of collision are
similar to those of a higher severity side im-
pact. They are designed to inflate on the side
where the vehicle is impacted. They may not
inflate in certain side collisions. Vehicle dam-
age (or lack of it) is not always an indication of
proper supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag operation.
When the supplemental side air bag and cur-
tain side-impact air bag inflate, a fairly loud
noise may be heard, followed by release of
smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does
not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to
inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking.
Those with a history of a breathing condition
should get fresh air promptly.
Supplemental side air bags, along with the use
of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force
on the chest of the front occupants. Curtain
side-impact air bags help to cushion the im-
pact force to the head of occupants in the front
and rear outboard seating positions. They can
help save lives and reduce serious injuries.
However, an inflating side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag may cause abrasions or
other injuries. Supplemental side air bags and
curtain side-impact air bags do not provide
restraint to the lower body.
The seat belts should be correctly worn and SSS0190
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the buyer to the appropriate sections in this
Owner's Manual.
Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For
front seats)
WARNINGO The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be
reused after activation. It must be
replaced together with the retractor
as a unit.
O If the vehicle becomes involved in a
frontal collision but the pre-tensioner
is not activated, be sure to have the
pre-tensioner system checked and, if
necessary, replaced by your INFINITI
retailer.
O No unauthorized changes should be
made to any components or wiring of
the pre-tensioner seat belt system.
This is to prevent accidental activa-
tion of the pre-tensioner seat belt or
damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt
operation. Tampering with the pre-
tensioner seat belt system may re- sult in serious personal injury.
O Work around and on the pre-
tensioner system should be done by
an authorized INFINITI retailer. Instal-
lation of electrical equipment should
also be done by an authorized
INFINITI retailer. Unauthorized electri-
cal test equipment and probing de-
vices should not be used on the pre-
tensioner seat belt system.
O If you need to dispose of the pre-
tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con-
tact an authorized INFINITI retailer.
Correct pre-tensioner disposal proce-
dures are set forth in the appropriate
INFINITI Service Manual. Incorrect
disposal procedures could cause
personal injury.
The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system
activates in conjunction with the supplemental
front air bag. Working with the seat belt retrac-
tor, it helps tighten the seat belt the instant the
vehicle becomes involved in certain types of
collisions, thereby restraining seat occupants.
The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt's retractor. These seat belts are used the
same as conventional seat belts.
When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates,
smoke is released and a loud noise may be
heard. The smoke is not harmful, but care
should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause
irritation and choking. Those with a history of a
breathing condition should get fresh air
promptly.
If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner
seat belt system, the supplemental air bag
warning light
will not come on, will flash
intermittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and
remain on after the ignition key has been
turned to the ON or START position. In this
case, the pre-tensioner seat belt may not
function properly. They must be checked and
repaired. Take your vehicle to the nearest
authorized INFINITI retailer.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat
belt system and guide the buyer to the appro-
priate sections in this Owner's Manual.
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tion, the supplemental air bag warning light
illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning
light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the
system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental front air bag, supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems, and pre-tensioner seat belt need servic-
ing:
O The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Under these conditions, the supplemental front
air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain
side-impact air bags and/or pre-tensioner seat
belt may not operate properly. They must be
checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the
nearest authorized INFINITI retailer.
WARNINGIf the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the supplemen- tal front air bag, supplemental side air
bag, curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems and/or pretensioner seat belt
will not operate in an accident.
Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags, supplemental
side air bags, curtain side-impact air bags and
pre-tensioner seat belts are designed to acti-
vate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder,
unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag
warning light will remain illuminated after infla-
tion has occurred. Repair and replacement of
these systems should be done only by an
authorized INFINITI retailer.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, side
air bags, curtain side-impact air bags, related
parts and pre-tensioner seat belt should be
pointed out to the person conducting the main-
tenance. The ignition key should always be in
the LOCK position when working under the
hood or inside the vehicle. WARNING O Once the supplemental front air bag,
side air bag or curtain side-impact air
bag has inflated, the air bag module
will not function again and must be
replaced. Additionally, if any of the
supplemental front air bags inflate,
the activated pre-tensioner seat belt
must also be replaced. The air bag
module and pre-tensioner seat belt
system should be replaced by an au-
thorized INFINITI retailer. The air bag
modules and pre-tensioner seat belt
system cannot be repaired.
O The supplemental front air bag and
side air bag, curtain side-impact air
bag systems and pre-tensioner seat
belt system should be inspected by
an authorized INFINITI retailer if there
is any damage to the front end or side
portion of the vehicle.
O If you need to dispose of these
supplemental systems or scrap the
vehicle, contact an authorized
INFINITI retailer.
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1. Headlight, fog light and turn signal switch
(P.2-17)
2. Steering switch for audio control (P.4-16)
3. Driver supplemental air bag (P.1-8)/Horn
(P.2-21)
4. Meters/gauges (P.2-3) 5. Cruise control main/set switch (P.5-11)
6. Windshield wiper/washer switch (P.2-16)
7. Center ventilator (P.4-2)
8. Center display - Compass (P.2-6), Air con-
ditioner (P.2-6), Ambient temperature
(P.2-6) 9. Rear window and outside mirror (if so
equipped) defogger switch (P.2-16)
10. Heater/air conditioner control (P.4-3)
11. Clock (P.2-23)
12. Navigation system* (if so equipped)
13. Security indicator light (P.2-14)
14. Passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-8)
15. Upper glove box (Except for Navigation
system equipped models) (P.2-26)
16. Side window defroster
17. Side ventilator (P.4-2)
18. Hood lock release handle (P.3-9)
19. Instrument brightness control switch
(P.2-19)
20. Trunk lid release switch (P.3-11)
21. VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) OFF
switch (P.2-22)
22. Outside mirror remote control (P.3-15)
23. Fuse box (P.8-20)
24. Tilting steering wheel lock lever (P.3-14)
25. Ignition switch/steering lock (P.5-4)
26. Cigarette lighter (P.2-24)
27. Ashtray (P.2-24)/Pocket
28. Radio/cassette player (P.4-8)/CD player
(P.4-8)
29. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-20)
30. Heated seat switch (P.2-21)
31. Power outlet
32. Glove box (P.2-26) SIC2023INSTRUMENT PANEL
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If a magnet is located near the driver side
instrument panel (the sensor is located
inside) or the vehicle is driven where the
terrestrial magnetism is disturbed, the
compass display may not indicate the cor-
rect direction.
O The compass may not display correctly at
the following places:
² under a bridge
² among buildings
² on an iron bridge
² inside a tunnel
² above a subway
² on a railway crossing
² in an underground parking lot
² near a huge vehicle
² near a transformer substation
If you carry out correction procedure at one
of the above places, the procedure may not
be completed correctly.
O If air conditioner fan speed is maximum, the
compass display may shake. This is nor-
mal. Reduce the fan speed to avoid shaking
the display.
Correction functions of the compass
display If the direction is not shown correctly, carry out
correction procedure set out below. Correction procedure 1. Push COMP switch for about 10 seconds.
The direction bar starts blinking.
2. Turn off electrical equipment such as lights,
hazard indicator, air conditioner, etc. Then
drive the vehicle slowly (less than 3 MPH (5
km/h)) and turn the vehicle one or more
times in an open and safe area. When the
compass displays the direction, the proce-
dure is completed.
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CAUTIONRunning the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Turn off the engine as soon
as it is safe to do so.
Low washer fluid warning
lightThis light comes on when the washer tank fluid
is at a low level. Add washer fluid as neces-
sary. See ªWindow washer fluidº in the ª8.
Do-it-yourselfº section.
Seat belt warning light and
chimeThe light and chime remind you to fasten seat
belts. The light illuminates whenever the igni-
tion key is turned to ON, and will remain
illuminated until the driver's seat belt is fas-
tened.
See ªSeat beltsº in the ª1. Seats, restraints and
supplemental air bag systemsº section for pre-
cautions on seat belt usage. Supplemental air bag warning
light After turning the ignition key to the ON posi-
tion, the supplemental air bag warning light will
illuminate. The supplemental air bag warning
light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the
system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
supplemental front air bag, supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems, and pre-tensioner seat belt need servic-
ing and your vehicle must be taken to your
nearest authorized INFINITI retailer.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
O The supplemental air bag warning light
does not come on at all.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemen-
tal Restraint System and/or the pre-tensioner
seat belt may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, see ªSupplemental restraint
systemº in the ª1. Seats, restraints and supple-
mental air bag systemsº section. WARNING If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the supplemen-
tal front air bag, supplemental side air
bag and curtain side-impact air bag sys-
tems and/or pre-tensioner seat belt sys-
tem will not operate in an accident.
INDICATOR LIGHTS
or Automatic
transmission
position indicator
light When the ignition key is turned to the ON
position, the indicator in the tachometer shows
the automatic transmission selector lever po-
sition. See ªDriving with automatic transmis-
sionº in the ª5. Starting and drivingº section.
Cruise main switch indicator
light The light comes on when the cruise control
main switch is pushed. The light goes out
when the main switch is pushed again. When
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If the power supply is disconnected, the
clock will not indicate the correct time.
Readjust the time.
ADJUSTING THE TIME To adjust the time, turn the adjusting knob. The power outlet is for powering electrical
accessories such as cellular telephones.
CAUTION O Use caution as the socket and plug
may be hot during or immediately
after use.
O This power outlet is not designed for
use with a cigarette lighter unit.
O Do not use with accessories that ex-
ceed a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do not use double adapters or
more than one electrical accessory.
O Use this power outlet with the engine
running. (If the engine is stopped,
this could result in a discharged bat-
tery.)
O Avoid using when the air conditioner,
headlights or rear window defogger
is on.
O Before inserting or disconnecting a
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CLOCK POWER OUTLET
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O press and hold both the HomeLink and
hand-held transmitter buttons without inter-
ruption.
O position the hand-held transmitter 2 to 5
inches (50 to 127 mm) away from the
HomeLink surface. Hold the transmitter in
that position for up to 15 seconds. If
HomeLink is not programmed within that
time, try holding the transmitter in another
position - keeping the indicator light in view
at all times.
If you continue to have programming difficul-
ties, please contact the INFINITI Consumer
Affairs Department. The phone numbers are
located in the Foreword of this Owner's
Manual.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED
INFORMATION Individual buttons cannot be cleared, however
to clear all programming, press and hold the
two outside buttons and release when the
indicator light begins to flash (approximately
20 seconds). REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE
HomeLink BUTTONTo reprogram a HomeLink Universal Trans-
ceiver button, complete the following.
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
button. Do not release the button until step
4 has been completed.
2. When the indicator light begins to flash
slowly (after 20 seconds), position the
hand-held transmitter 2 to 5 inches (50 to
127 mm) away from the HomeLink sur-
face.
3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter
button.
4. The HomeLink indicator light will flash,
first slowly and then rapidly. When the
indicator light begins to flash rapidly, re-
lease both buttons.
The HomeLink Universal Transceiver button
has now been reprogrammed. The new device
can be activated by pushing the HomeLink
button that was just programmed. This proce-
dure will not affect any other programmed
HomeLink buttons.
IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN If your vehicle is stolen, you should change the codes of any non-rolling code device that has
been programmed into HomeLink . Consult
the Owner's Manual of each device or call the
manufacturer or dealer of those devices for
additional information.
When your vehicle is recovered, you will
need to reprogram the HomeLink Univer-
sal Transceiver with your new transmitter
information.
FCC Notice:
This device complies with FCC rules part
15. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference and (2) This
device must accept any interference that
may be received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
The transmitter has been tested and com-
plies with FCC and DOC/MDC rules.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user's authority to
operate the device.
DOC: ISTC 1763K1313
FCC I.D.: CB2V67690
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