instrument panel INFINITI G37 2010 Owner's Manual

● Voicetag
Confirm and store the voicetag. Voicetags
allow easy dialing using the INFINITI Voice
Recognition system. (See “INFINITI VOICE
RECOGNITION SYSTEM (models with naviga-
tion system)” later in this section.)
To delete an entry, select the “Delete” key at
step 3.
MAKING A CALL To make a call, follow this procedure.
1. Push the PHONE button on the instrument
panel or the button on the steering
wheel. The “PHONE” screen will appear on
the display.
2. Select the “Handset Phonebook” key on
the “PHONE” menu.
3. Select the desired entry from the list.
4. Confirm the correct entry by selecting for
the correct number from the list. 5. Select the “Call” key to start dialing the
number.
There are different methods to make a call.
Select one of the following options instead of
“Handset Phonebook” in step 2 above.
● Vehicle Phonebook
Select an entry stored in the Vehicle’s
Phonebook.
● Call History
Select an outgoing, incoming or missed call
downloaded from your cell phone (depend-
ing on your phone’s compatibility). SAA2524 SAA2621
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● Dial Number
Input the phone number manually using the
keypad displayed on the screen. (See “HOW
TO USE TOUCH SCREEN (models with naviga-
tion system)” earlier in this section.)
RECEIVING A CALL When you hear a phone ring, the display will
change to the incoming call mode. To receive a
call, perform one of the following procedures
listed below.
a) Select the “Answer” key.
b) Push the PHONE button on the instrument
panel.
c) Push the button on the steering
wheel.
There are some options available when receiv-
ing a call. Select one of the following displayed
on the screen. ● Answer
Accept an incoming call to talk.
● Hold Call
Put an incoming call on hold.
● Reject Call
Reject an incoming call.
To finish the call, perform one of the follow-
ing procedures listed below.
a) Select the “Hang up” key.
b) Push the PHONE button on the instrument
panel.
c) Push the button on the steering
wheel. SAA2525
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DURING A CALL There are some options available during a call.
Select one of the following displayed on the
screen if necessary.
● Hang up
Finish the call.
● Use Handset
Transfer the call to the cellular phone.
● Mute
Mute your voice to the person. ● Keypad
Using the touch tone, send digits to the
connected party for using services such as
voicemail.
● Cancel Mute
This will appear after “Mute” is selected.
Mute will be canceled.
To adjust the person’s voice to be louder or
quieter, push the volume control switch (+ or  )
on the steering wheel or turn the volume control
knob on the instrument panel while talking on
the phone. This adjustment is also available in
the SETTING mode.
PHONE SETTING To set up the Bluetooth  Hands-Free Phone
System to your preferred settings, push the
SETTING button on the instrument panel and
select the “PHONE” key.
Edit Vehicle Phonebook To edit the vehicle phonebook, use the same
procedure as described in “VEHICLE PHONE-
BOOK” earlier in this section.
Delete Phonebook The vehicle phonebook entries can be deleted
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Activating Standard Mode When the Alternate Command Mode is active,
perform the following steps to switch to the
Standard Mode.
1. Push the SETTING button on the instru-
ment panel.
2. Select the “Others” key.
3. Select the “Voice Recognition” key. 4. Select the “Alternate Command Mode”
key.
5. The indicator turns off and the Standard
Mode activates.
Displaying user guide If you use the INFINITI Voice Recognition system
for the first time or you do not know how to
operate it, you can display the User Guide for
confirmation.
You can confirm how to use voice commands by
accessing a simplified User Guide, which con-
tains basic instructions and tutorials for several
voice commands. 1. Push the INFO button on the instrument
panel.
2. Select the “Others” key.
3. Select the “Voice Recognition” key.
4. Select the “User Guide” key.
5. Select a preferred item.
You can skip steps 1 and 3 above if you say
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Activating Alternate Command Mode When the Standard Mode is active, perform the
following steps to switch to the Alternate Com-
mand Mode.
1. Push the SETTING button on the instru-
ment panel.
2. Highlight the “Others” key.
3. Highlight the “Voice Recognition” key. 4. Highlight the “Alternate Command Mode”
key.
5. The confirmation message is displayed on
the screen. Push the “OK” key to activate
the Alternate Command Mode.
Displaying command list If you are controlling the system by voice
commands for the first time or do not know the
appropriate voice command, perform the fol-
lowing procedure for displaying the voice com-
mand list (available only in Alternate Command
Mode). 1. Push the INFO button on the instrument
panel.
2. Select the “Others” key.
3. Select the “Voice Recognition” key.
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Displaying user guide You can confirm how to use voice commands by
accessing a simplified User Guide, which con-
tains basic instructions and tutorials for several
voice commands.
1. Push the INFO button on the instrument
panel.
2. Select the “Others” key using the INFINITI
controller and push the ENTER button.
3. Highlight the “Voice Recognition” key us-
ing the INFINITI controller and push the
ENTER button.
4. Highlight the “User Guide” key using the
INFINITI controller and push the ENTER
button. 5. Highlight an item using the INFINITI con-
troller and push the ENTER button.
Available items :
● Getting Started
Describe the basics of how to operate the
INFINITI Voice Recognition system.
● Let’s Practice
Mode that allows practicing by following the
instructions of the system voice.
● Using the Address Book
Refer to Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
● Finding a Street Address (if so equipped)
Refer to Navigation System Owner’s Manual.
● Placing Calls
Tutorial for making a phone call by voice
command operation.
● Help on Speaking
Displays useful tips for how to correctly
speak commands in order for them to be
properly recognized by the system.
● Voice Recognition Settings
Describes the available voice recognition
settings. ● Adapting the System to Your Voice
Tutorial adapting the system to your voice.
USING THE SYSTEM
Initialization When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, INFINITI Voice Recognition is initial-
ized, which takes a few seconds. When com-
pleted, the system is ready to accept voice
commands. If the TALK switch is pushed
before the initialization completes the display
will show the message: “Phonetic data down-
loaded. Please wait.” or a beep sounds.
Before starting To get the best performance from INFINITI Voice
Recognition, observe the following.
● Keep the interior of the vehicle as quiet as
possible. Close the windows to eliminate the
surrounding noises (traffic noises, vibration
sounds, etc.), which may prevent the system
from recognizing the voice commands cor-
rectly.
● When the air conditioner is in the AUTO
mode, the fan speed decreases automati-
cally for easy recognition.SAA2547
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To set cruising speed, accelerate your vehicle to
the desired speed, push the SET/COAST switch
and release it. (The CRUISE SET indicator will
come on in the instrument panel.) Take your
foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will
maintain the set speed.
● To pass another vehicle, depress the accel-
erator pedal. When you release the pedal,
the vehicle will return to the previously set
speed.
● The vehicle may not maintain the set speed
on winding or hilly roads. If this happens,
drive without the cruise control.
To cancel the preset speed, follow any of these
methods:
a) Push the CANCEL button. The SET indica-
tor will go out.
b) Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator
will go out.
c) Move the selector lever to the N (Neutral)
position. The SET indicator will go out.
d) Turn the MAIN switch off. Both the CRUISE
indicator and SET indicator will go out.
● If you depress the brake pedal while pushing
the RESUME/ACCELERATE or SET/COAST
switch and reset at the cruising speed, the
cruise control will disengage. Turn the MAIN
switch off once and then turn it on again. ● The cruise control will automatically cancel if
the vehicle slows more than 8 MPH (12
km/h) below the set speed.
● If you depress the clutch pedal (Manual
Transmission models) or move the selector
lever to N (Neutral) position (Automatic
Transmission models), the cruise control will
be canceled.
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of
the following methods:
● Depress the accelerator pedal. When the
vehicle attains the desired speed, push and
release the SET/COAST switch.
● Push and hold the RESUME/ACCELERATE
switch. When the vehicle attains the speed
you desire, release the switch.
● Push, then quickly release the
RESUME/ACCELERATE switch. Each time you
do this, the set speed will increase by about
1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one of
the following methods:
● Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-
hicle attains the desired speed, push the
SET/COAST switch and release it. ● Push and hold the SET/COAST switch. Re-
lease the switch when the vehicle slows
down to the desired speed.
● Push, then quickly release the SET/COAST
switch. Each time you do this, the set speed
will decrease by about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).
To resume the preset speed, push and release
the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch. The vehicle
will resume the last set cruising speed when the
vehicle speed is over 25 MPH (40 km/h).
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SONAR SYSTEM OFF SWITCH The sonar system OFF switch on the instrument
panel allows the driver to turn the sonar system
on and off. To turn the sonar system on and off,
the ignition switch must be in the “ON” posi-
tion. The indicator light
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on the switch will
illuminate when the system is turned off. If the
indicator light flashes when the sonar system is
not turned off, it may indicate a malfunction in
the sonar system. WARNINGIf the engine is not running or is turned off while
driving, the power assist for the steering will
not work. Steering will be harder to operate.
The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic
pump, driven by the engine, to assist steering.
If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks, you
will still have control of the vehicle. However,
much greater steering effort is needed, espe-
cially in sharp turns and at low speeds. BRAKING PRECAUTIONS The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will still
have braking at two wheels.
Vacuum assisted brakes The brake booster aids braking by using engine
vacuum. If the engine stops, you can stop the
vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. How-
ever, greater foot pressure on the brake pedal
will be required to stop the vehicle and the
stopping distance will be longer.
When the brake pedal is depressed slowly and
firmly, you may hear a clicking noise and feel a
slight pulsation. This is normal and indicates
that the Brake Assist System is operating.
Wet brakes When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your
braking distance will be longer and the vehicle
may pull to one side during braking.
To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed
while lightly tapping the brake pedal to heat-up
the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to
normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds
until the brakes function correctly.SSD0929
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING● The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is a so-
phisticated device, but it cannot prevent ac-
cidents resulting from careless or dangerous
driving techniques. It can help maintain ve-
hicle control during braking on slippery sur-
faces. Remember that stopping distances on
slippery surfaces will be longer than on nor-
mal surfaces even with ABS. Stopping dis-
tances may also be longer on rough, gravel
or snow covered roads, or if you are using
tire chains. Always maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front of you. Ultimately,
the driver is responsible for safety.
● Tire type and condition may also affect brak-
ing effectiveness.
– When replacing tires, install the specified
size of tires on all four wheels.
– When installing a spare tire, make sure that
it is the proper size and type as specified on
the Tire and Loading Information label. See
“TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL”
in the “9. Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
– For detailed information, see “WHEELS
AND TIRES” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard
braking or when braking on slippery surfaces.
The system detects the rotation speed at each
wheel and varies the brake fluid pressure to
prevent each wheel from locking and sliding. By
preventing each wheel from locking, the system
helps the driver maintain steering control and
helps to minimize swerving and spinning on
slippery surfaces.
Using the system Depress the brake pedal and hold it down.
Depress the brake pedal with firm steady pres-
sure, but do not pump the brakes. The ABS will
operate to prevent the wheels from locking up.
Steer the vehicle to avoid obstacles.
WARNINGDo not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may
result in increased stopping distances.
Self-test feature The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and a computer.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the
engine and move the vehicle at a low speed in forward or reverse. When the self-test occurs,
you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal. This is normal and
does not indicate a malfunction. If the computer
senses a malfunction, it switches the ABS off
and illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then oper-
ates normally, but without anti-lock assistance.
If the ABS warning light illuminates during the
self-test or while driving, have the vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Normal operation The 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. However, the pulsa-
tion may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while driving.
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The Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system uses
various sensors to monitor driver inputs and
vehicle motion. Under certain driving condi-
tions, 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 function).
● Controls brake pressure at individual wheels
and engine output to help the driver main-
tain control of the vehicle in the following
conditions:
– understeer (vehicle tends to not follow
the steered path despite increased steer-
ing input)
– oversteer (vehicle tends to spin due to
certain road or driving conditions).
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
indicator 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 “Slip indicator light” in the “2. Instruments
and controls” section and “Vehicle Dynamic
Control (VDC) off indicator light” in the “2.
Instruments and controls” section.
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the
and indicator lights come on in the
instrument panel. The VDC system automati-
cally turns off when these indicator lights are
on.
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 indicator
flashes if this occurs. All other VDC functions
are off and the indicator will not flash.
The VDC System is automatically reset to on when the ignition switch is placed in the off
position then back to the on position.
The computer has a built-in diagnostic feature
that tests the system each time you start the
engine and move the vehicle forward or in
reverse at a slow speed. When the self-test
occurs, you may hear a “clunk” noise and/or
feel a pulsation in the brake pedal. This is
normal and is not an indication of a malfunc-
tion.
WARNING● The VDC system is designed to help the
driver maintain stability but does not pre-
vent accidents due to abrupt steering opera-
tion at high speeds or by careless or danger-
ous driving techniques. Reduce vehicle
speed and be especially careful when driving
and cornering on slippery surfaces and al-
ways drive carefully.
●VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
SYSTEM
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