headlights INFINITI G37 2012 Owners Manual

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2 Instruments and controls Cockpit ................................................................... 2-3
Instrument panel .................................................... 2-4
Meters and gauges ................................................. 2-6
Speedometer and odometer ............................... 2-7
Tachometer ......................................................... 2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-8
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 2-9
Compass (if so equipped) ....................................... 2-9
Zone variation change procedure ...................... 2-11
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ................................................ 2-12
Checking bulbs ................................................. 2-12
Warning lights .................................................. 2-12
Indicator lights ................................................. 2-18
Audible reminders ............................................ 2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ........................... 2-20
Indicators for operation .................................... 2-22
Indicators for maintenance ............................... 2-24
Trip computer ................................................... 2-26
Security systems .................................................. 2-28
Vehicle Security System ................................... 2-28
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ................. 2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................... 2-31
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped) ................................................ 2-33 Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................... 2-34
Headlight and turn signal switch .......................... 2-34
Xenon headlights ............................................ 2-34
Headlight switch ............................................. 2-35
Turn signal switch ........................................... 2-38
Fog light switch .............................................. 2-39
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 2-39
Horn .................................................................... 2-40
Heated seats (if so equipped) .............................. 2-40
SNOW mode switch (if so equipped) .................... 2-41
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ............ 2-42
Clock .................................................................... 2-42
Adjusting the time .......................................... 2-42
Power outlet ........................................................ 2-43
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays (if so equipped) ....... 2-44
Front ............................................................... 2-44
Rear ................................................................ 2-44
Storage ................................................................ 2-45
Cup holders .................................................... 2-45
Sunglasses holder ......................................... 2-47
Glove box ....................................................... 2-47
Console box .................................................... 2-48
Card holder (if so equipped) ........................... 2-49
Storage box (if so equipped) ........................... 2-50>

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-18 Instruments and controlsINDICATOR LIGHTS GUID-6F0BDF2B-2346-4D8D-A381-D1F73487B880
Automatic Transmission (AT)
position indicator light (if so
equipped) GUID-12A09BA6-228C-4AB5-9EA2-02DEE0F0D92F
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
“ ON ” position, the indicator shows the
automatic selector position.
In the manual shift mode, when the
transmission does not shift to the selected
gear due to a transmission protection
mode, the AT position indicator light will
blink and a chime will sound.
See “ Automatic transmission ” (P.5-14) for
further details.
Front fog light indicator light GUID-E775FCDC-933F-4374-BAC3-DEE01A256BE0
The front fog light indicator light illumi-
nates when the front fog lights are on. (See
“ Fog light switch ” (P.2-39).)
Front passenger air bag status
light GUID-6F13EEF6-2D06-42B1-92CB-0A7AAE6D4FDD
The front passenger air bag status light
(
) will be lit and the passenger front air
bag will be OFF depending on how the front
passenger seat is being used.
For front passenger air bag status light
operation, see “ INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System (front seats) ” (P.1-46) of this
manual.
High beam indicator light GUID-CF1B5A86-829A-457D-AB7B-526C908A9C34
This light comes on when the headlight
high beam is on and goes out when the low
beam is selected.
Exterior light indicator GUID-719E4302-7BDF-4301-A5E8-B6A39286535A
This indicator illuminates when the head-
light switch is turned to the AUTO (if so
equipped),
or position and the
front parking lights, instrument panel
lights, rear combination lights, license
plate lights or headlights are on. The
indicator turns off when these lights are
turned off.
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) GUID-31750F29-30E3-4506-AEB2-E92A82111EA9
If the malfunction indicator light comes on
steady or blinks while the engine is
running, it may indicate a potential emis-
sion control malfunction.
The malfunction indicator light may also
come on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose
or missing, or if the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the
vehicle has at least 3 US gallons (14 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light
should turn off if no other potential
emission control system malfunction ex-
ists.
If this indicator light remains on for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds
when the engine is not running, it indicates
that the vehicle is not ready for an
emission control system inspection/main-
tenance test. (See “ Readiness for Inspec-
tion/Maintenance (I/M) test (US only) ” (P.9-
27).)
Operation: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
The malfunction indicator light will come
on in one of two ways:
. Malfunction indicator light on steady —
An emission control system malfunc-
tion has been detected. Check the fuel-
filler cap. If the fuel-filler cap is loose or
missing, tighten or install the cap and
continue to drive the vehicle. The
light should turn off after a few driving
trips. If the
light does not turn off
after a few driving trips, have the
vehicle inspected by an INFINITI retai-
ler. You do not need to have your
vehicle towed to the retailer.

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]SIC2045
How to arm the vehicle security
system GUID-284AD2C3-F1E7-4BEE-9749-AD5EE84FDA8A
1. 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 activation GUID-957137B0-269E-4187-8DB6-D258DE6DE960
The 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 alarm GUID-8B3CB6FD-B499-42C1-8E7D-2ABD15A79496
The 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 controls
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Black plate (112,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-34 Instruments and controls GUID-226BF3DF-6B81-4996-83A4-AFAA9459A0FA
SIC3239
Type A
SIC3278
Type B To defog/defrost the rear window glass
and outside mirrors (if so equipped), start
the engine and push the switch
* 1
on. The
indicator light
* 2
will come on. Push the
switch again to turn the defroster off.
It will automatically turn off in approxi-
mately 15 minutes.
CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or damage
the rear window defroster. GUID-5792C62E-7176-49E9-912A-E3EBBEA0508B
XENON HEADLIGHTS GUID-8467C3F9-1393-492A-B09D-23AF70810C36
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE
. When xenon headlights are on, they
produce a high voltage. To prevent an
electric shock, never attempt to modify
or disassemble. Always have your xenon
headlights replaced at an INFINITI retai-
ler.
. Xenon headlights provide considerably
more light than conventional headlights.
If they are not correctly aimed, they
might temporarily blind an oncoming
driver or the driver ahead of you and
cause a serious accident. If headlights
are not aimed correctly, immediately
take your vehicle to an INFINITI retailer
and have the headlights adjusted cor-
rectly.
When the xenon headlight is initially
turned on, its brightness or color varies
slightly. However, the color and brightness
will soon stabilize.
. The life of xenon headlights will be
shortened by frequent on-off operation.REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER SWITCH HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH

Black plate (113,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]It is generally desirable not to turn off
the headlights for short intervals (for
example, when the vehicle stops at a
traffic signal). Even when the daytime
running lights are active (Canada only),
the xenon headlights do not turn on.
This way the life of the xenon head-
lights is not reduced.
. If the xenon headlight bulb is close to
burning out, the brightness will dras-
tically decrease, the light will start
blinking, or the color of the light will
become reddish. If one or more of the
above signs appear, contact an INFINITI
retailer. SIC3267
HEADLIGHT SWITCH GUID-33AE3B12-CA6A-4F4B-937B-B94D10FCE3CF
Lighting GUID-7A3ED0E6-B819-4CBD-BBCC-8D6AAA3D091F
* 1
Turn the switch to the position:
The front parking, side marker, tail,
license plate and instrument lights
will come on.
* 2
Turn the switch to the position:
Headlights will come on and all the
other lights remain on. SIC3268
Autolight system (if so equipped) GUID-B0C5ED39-4191-407B-8F10-92C5231D8B53
The autolight system allows the headlights
to be set so they turn on and off
automatically.
To set the autolight system:
1. Make sure the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position
* 1
.
2. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position.
3. The autolight system automatically
turns the headlights on and off.
To turn the autolight system off, turn the
switch to the OFF,
or position.
Instruments and controls
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Black plate (114,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-36 Instruments and controlsThe autolight system can turn on the
headlights automatically when it is dark
and turn off the headlights when it is light.
If the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF
position and one of the doors is opened
and this condition is continued, the head-
lights remain on for 5 minutes.
Automatic headlights off delay: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
You can keep the headlights on for up to
180 seconds after you push the ignition
switch to OFF and open any door then close
all the doors.
You can adjust the period of the automatic
headlights off delay from 0 seconds (OFF)
to 180 seconds. The factory default setting
is 45 seconds.
For automatic headlights off delay setting,
see “ Light Off Delay ” (P.4-19). SAA0642A
Be sure not to put anything on top of the
photo sensor
* A
located on the top of the
instrument panel. The photo sensor con-
trols the autolight; if it is covered, the
photo sensor reacts as if it is dark and the
headlights will illuminate. SIC3269
Headlight beam select GUID-1105ED2E-9741-4EAA-A5D8-36C19A0F048D
* 1
To select the low beam, put the lever
in the neutral position as shown.
* 2
To select the high beam, push the
lever forward while the switch is in the
position. Pull it back to select the
low beam.
* 3
Pulling the lever toward you will flash
the headlight high beam even when
the headlight switch is in the OFF
position.

Black plate (115,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]Battery saver system GUID-015F3DAF-8A59-4727-BB76-C11FB41B2B60
A chime will sound when the driver side
door is opened with the light switch in the
or position and the ignition switch
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
When the headlight switch is in the
or
position while the ignition switch is in
the ON position, the lights will automati-
cally turn off 5 minutes after the ignition
switch has been pushed to the OFF
position.
When the headlight switch remains in the
or position after the lights
automatically turn off, the lights will turn
on when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position.
CAUTION. When you turn on the headlight switch
again after the lights automatically turn
off, the lights will not turn off auto-
matically. Be sure to turn the light
switch to the OFF position when you
leave the vehicle for extended periods of
time, otherwise the battery will be
discharged. . Never leave the light switch on when the
engine is not running for extended
periods of time even if the headlights
turn off automatically.
Daytime running light system (Ca-
nada only) GUID-84A2F990-744E-4ADE-B431-E99613FFC97F
The daytime running lights automatically
illuminate when the engine is started with
the parking brake released. The daytime
running lights operate with the headlight
switch in the OFF position or in the
position. Turn the headlight switch to the
position when driving at night.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the daytime running
lights do not illuminate. The daytime
running lights illuminate once the parking
brake is released. The daytime running
lights will remain on until the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position. SIC3257
Instruments and controls
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Black plate (117,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]SIC3272
FOG LIGHT SWITCH GUID-782C350F-DF92-4D39-BD90-4155E2E5F990
To turn the fog lights on, turn the headlight
switch to the
position, then turn the
switch to the
position. To turn them
off, turn the switch to the OFF position.
The headlights must be on for the fog
lights to operate. GUID-6A8C64A7-6F2F-477B-8944-B7474460FBD5
SIC2574
Push the switch on to warn other drivers
when you must stop or park under
emergency conditions. All turn signal lights
will flash.
WARNING . If stopping for an emergency, be sure to
move the vehicle well off the road.
. Do not use the hazard warning flashers
while moving on the highway unless
unusual circumstances force you to drive
so slowly that your vehicle might be-
come a hazard to other traffic. . Turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning flasher lights are on.
The flasher can be actuated with the
ignition switch in any position.
Some state laws may prohibit the use of
the hazard warning flasher switch while
driving.
Instruments and controls
2-39HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]GUID-B26334D9-D8B8-436D-BBEA-461C2F9C02D3
JVI0329X
Automatic transmission models
SIC4684
Manual transmission models SIC4316
Automatic transmission models
The power outlet is located in the center
console and storage box (if so equipped).
CAUTION . The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
. Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do
not use double adapters or more than
one electrical accessory.
. Use power outlet with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery. . Avoid using power outlet when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,
be sure the electrical accessory being
used is turned OFF.
. When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water to contact the
outlet.
Instruments and controls
2-43POWER OUTLET

Black plate (157,1)
[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]Locking doors and fuel-filler door GUID-A1ED2141-D2A2-4C18-9403-59DB4C719650
1. Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position and make sure you carry the
Intelligent Key with you.*
2. Close all the doors.
3. Push the LOCK
button
* 1
on the
Intelligent Key.
4. All the doors and fuel-filler door will
lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and
the horn chirps once.
*: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key
while the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
Operate the door handles to confirm that
the doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door GUID-337B912E-F7DF-44D8-9546-848D7FB4BC8D
1. Push the UNLOCK button
* 2
on the
Intelligent Key once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The
driver ’ s door and fuel-filler door will
unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key again within 1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once
again. All the doors will unlock. All doors will be locked automatically
unless one of the following operations is
performed within 1 minute after pushing
the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent
Key while the doors are locked. If during
this 1-minute time period, the UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all
doors will be locked automatically after
another 1 minute.
. Opening any door
. Pushing the ignition switch
. Inserting the Intelligent Key into the
Intelligent Key port.
During this 1-minute time period, if the
UNLOCK
button on the Intelligent Key
is pushed, all doors will be locked auto-
matically after another 1 minute.
Opening windows GUID-DFAF51D2-F77E-429A-B2B3-4704C432A052
The UNLOCK button operation also
allows you to open the window that is
equipped with the automatic open/close
function. (See “ Power windows ” (P.2-52)).
To open the window, push the door
UNLOCK
button
* 2
on the Intelligent
Key for about 3 seconds after the door is
unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button. If the window open operation is stopped in
mid-operation while pushing the UNLOCK
button, release and push the UNLOCK
button again until the window opens
completely.
Window cannot be closed using the In-
telligent Key.
The door window can also be operated by
turning the mechanical key in a door lock.
(See “ Doors ” (P.3-4).)
Opening trunk lid GUID-6B0C7E6B-21C5-491B-9405-C60A2288D5ED
1. Push the TRUNK button
* 3
on the
Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
2. The trunk will unlatch.
3. Raise the trunk lid to open the trunk.
Using panic alarm GUID-DFDC4598-37EC-49D5-968F-B7FA5F92DB59
If you are near your vehicle and feel
threatened, you may activate the alarm to
call attention as follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button
* 4
on the
key for more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights
will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when: .
It has run for 25 seconds, or
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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