INFINITI M 2010 Owners Manual

WARNING
cBe sure the parking brake is fully released
before driving. Failure to do so can cause
brake failure and lead to an accident.
c Do not release the parking brake from out-
side the vehicle.
c Do not use the gear shift in place of the
parking brake. When parking, be sure the
parking brake is fully engaged.
c Do not leave children unattended in a ve-
hicle. They could release the parking brake
and cause an accident.
To apply:Fully depress the parking brake pedal
s1.
To release:
1. Firmly apply the foot brakes2.
2. Depress the parking brake pedal
s1and
the parking brake will be released.
3. Before driving, be sure the brake warning light goes out.
The Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
system/Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) sys-
tem will operate when the vehicle is driven at
speeds of approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h) and
above, and when it is traveling close to either
the left or the right of a traveling lane.
Each system functions as follows:
cLane Departure Warning (LDW) system Ð
warns the driver by a warning light and
chime.
c Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system Ð
warns the driver by a warning light and
chime, and helps assist the driver to return
the vehicle to the center direction of the
traveling lane by applying brake control to
the left or right wheels individually (for a
short period of time).
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PARKING BRAKE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM/LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION
(LDP) SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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The LDW and LDP systems monitor the lane
markers on the traveling lane using the camera
unit
s1located inside the front map light cover.
When the camera unit detects that the vehicle is
traveling close to either the left or the right of
the traveling lane, the lane departure warning
light
s2on the instrument panel blinks in
orange and a warning chime sounds. When the
LDP system is on, it will automatically apply the
brakes for a short period of time, using the
function of the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system.
To turn on the LDW system, push the LDW
switch
s3. The LDW ON indicator lights4on the
switch will illuminate.
To turn on the LDP system, push the LDP switch
s5. The LDP ON indicator lights2will illumi-
nate in green.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM
Precautions on LDW system
WARNING
c This system is only a warning device to in-
form the driver of a potential unintended
lane departure. It will not steer the vehicle or
prevent loss of control. It is the driver's re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep
the vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of the vehicle at all times.
c The system will not operate at speeds below
approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h) or if it can-
not detect lane markers.
c If the LDW system malfunctions, it will can-
cel automatically, and the lane departure
warning light (orange) will illuminate.
c If the lane departure warning light (orange)
illuminates, pull off the road to a safe loca-
tion and stop the vehicle. Turn the engine off
and restart the engine. If the lane departure
warning light (orange) continues to illumi-
nate, have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
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cExcessive noise will interfere with the warn-
ing chime sound, and the chime may not be
heard.
The system may not function properly under the
following conditions:
c On roads where there are multiple parallel
lane markers; lane markers that are faded or
not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
markers; non-standard lane markers; or lane
markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
c On roads where the discontinued lane mark-
ers are still detectable.
c On roads where there are sharp curves.
c On roads where there are sharply contrast-
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water,
wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW system could detect
these items as lane markers.)
c On roads where the traveling lane merges or
separates.
c When the vehicle's traveling direction does
not align with the lane marker.
c When traveling close to the vehicle in front
of you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
detection range. c
When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera unit.
c When the headlights are not bright due to
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
c When strong light enters the lane camera
unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
c When a sudden change in brightness occurs.
(For example, when the vehicle enters or
exits a tunnel or under a bridge.)
Lane departure warning light (orange)
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LDW switch
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LDW system operation
The LDW system provides a lane departure
warning function when the vehicle is driven at
speeds of approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h) and
above. When the vehicle approaches either the
left or the right side of the traveling lane, a
warning chime will sound and the lane depar-
ture warning light (orange) on the instrument
panel will blink to alert the driver.
The warning function will stop when the vehicle
returns inside of the lane markers.
When you operate the lane change signal and
change traveling lanes in the direction of the
signal, the LDW system temporarily suspends
operation. It will become operable again ap-
proximately 2 seconds after the lane change
signal is turned off.
When the vehicle speed lowers to less than
approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h), the LDW
system will not provide a warning.
The LDW system has an automatic setting mode
and a manual setting mode. The setting mode
can be changed. In the automatic setting mode,
the LDW system is automatically turned on
when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position. When the LDW system is on, the LDW
ON indicator
s1on the LDW switch illuminates.
To cancel the LDW system, push the LDW switch. The LDW ON indicator will turn off. To
turn on the system, push the LDW switch again.
In the manual setting mode, you need to push
the LDW switch to turn on the system after the
ignition switch is pushed to the ON position.
The setting mode can be changed using the
LDW switch. To change the setting mode, push
and hold the LDW switch for more than 4
seconds when the LDW ON indicator is off.
When the mode is changed, a chime sounds
and the LDW ON indicator flashes.
Temporary disabled status at high
temperature
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
high temperature conditions (over approxi-
mately 104ÉF (40ÉC) and then started, the LDW
system may be deactivated automatically. The
LDW ON indicator on the switch will flash.
When the interior temperature is reduced, the
LDW system will resume operating automati-
cally and the LDW ON indicator will stop flash-
ing.
LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION (LDP)
SYSTEM
Precautions on LDP system
WARNING
c
The LDP system will not steer the vehicle or
prevent loss of control. It is the driver's re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep
the vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of vehicle at all times.
c The LDP system is primarily intended for use
on well-developed freeways or highways. It
may not detect the lane markers in certain
roads, weather or driving conditions.
c Using the LDP system under some condi-
tions of road, lane marker or weather, or
when you change lanes without using the
lane change signal could lead to an unex-
pected system operation. In such condi-
tions, you need to correct the vehicle's direc-
tion with your steering operation to avoid
accidents.
c When the LDP system is operating, avoid
excessive or sudden steering maneuvers.
Otherwise, you could lose control of the
vehicle.
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cThe LDP system will not operate at speeds
below approximately 45 MPH 72 km/h) or if it
cannot detect lane markers.
c The LDP system may not function properly
under the following conditions, and do not
use the LDP system:
± During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, wind, etc.).
± When driving on slippery roads, such as on ice or snow, etc.
± When driving on winding or uneven roads.
± When there is a lane closure due to road repairs.
± When driving in a makeshift lane.
± When driving on roads where the lane width is too narrow.
± When driving without normal tire condi- tions (for example, tire wear, low tire
pressure, installation of spare tire, tire
chains, non-standard wheels).
± When the vehicle is equipped with non- original brake parts or suspension parts. c
If the LDP system malfunctions, it will cancel
automatically. The lane departure warning
light (orange) on the instrument panel will
illuminate.
c If the lane departure warning light (orange)
illuminates, pull off the road to a safe loca-
tion and stop the vehicle. Turn the engine off
and restart the engine. If the warning light
(orange) continues to illuminate, have the
LDP system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
c Excessive noise will interfere with the warn-
ing chime sound, and the chime may not be
heard.
The functions of the LDP system (warning and
brake control assist) may or may not operate
properly under the following conditions:
c On roads where there are multiple parallel
lane markers; lane markers that are faded or
not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
markers; non-standard lane markers; or lane
markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
c On roads where discontinued lane markers
are still detectable.
c On roads where there are sharp curves.
c On roads where there are sharply contrast-
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water, wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDP system could detect
these items as lane markers.)
c On roads where the traveling lane merges or
separates.
c When the vehicle's traveling direction does
not align with the lane marker.
c When traveling close to the vehicle in front
of you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
detection range.
c When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera unit.
c When the headlights are not bright due to
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
c When strong light enters the lane camera
unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
c When a sudden change in brightness occurs.
(For example, when the vehicle enters or
exits a tunnel or under a bridge.)
While the LDP system is operating, you may
hear a sound of brake operation. This is normal
and indicates that the LDP system is operating
properly.
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LDP system operation
The LDP system provides a lane departure warn-
ing and brake control assistance when the
vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 45
MPH (72 km/h) and above. When the vehicle
approaches either the left or the right side of
the traveling lane, a warning chime will sound
and the lane departure warning light (orange)
on the instrument panel will blink to alert the
driver. Then, the LDP system will automatically
apply the brakes for a short period of time to
help assist the driver to return the vehicle to the
center of the traveling lane.The warning and assist functions will stop when
the vehicle returns to a position inside of the
lane marker.
To turn on the LDP system, push the LDP switch
on the steering wheel after starting the engine.
The LDP ON indicator light (green) on the instru-
ment panel will illuminate. Push the LDP switch
again to turn off the LDP system. The LDP ON
indicator light will turn off.
LDP ON indicator light (green)/ Warning light (orange)
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LDP switch
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Automatic deactivation
Condition A :
The warning and assist functions of the LDP
system are not designed to work under the
following conditions:
cWhen you operate the lane change signal
and change the traveling lanes in the direc-
tion of the signal. (The LDP system will be
deactivated for approximately 2 seconds af-
ter the lane change signal is turned off.)
c When the vehicle speed lowers to less than
approximately 45 MPH (72 km/h).
After the above conditions have finished and
the necessary operating conditions are satis-
fied, the warning and assist functions will re-
sume.
Condition B :
The assist function of the LDP system is not
designed to work under the following condi-
tions (warning is still functional):
c When the brake pedal is depressed.
c When the steering wheel is turned as far as
necessary for the vehicle to change lanes.
c When the accelerator pedal is depressed
while the brake control assist is provided. c
When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
approach warning occurs.
c When the hazard warning flashers are oper-
ated.
c When driving on a curve at high speed.
After the above conditions have finished and
the necessary operating conditions are satis-
fied, the LDP brake control assist function will
resume.
Condition C :
Under the following conditions, a beep will
sound and the LDP system will be canceled
automatically. The LDP ON indicator light will
blink in green, and the LDP system cannot be
activated:
c When the VDC system (except TCS function)
or ABS operates.
c When the VDC system is turned off.
c When the SNOW mode switch is turned on.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer exist, turn
off the LDP system by pushing the LDP switch.
Push the LDP switch again to turn the LDP
system back on. Temporary disabled status at high temperature :
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
high temperature conditions (over approxi-
mately 104ÉF (40ÉC)) and then the LDP system is
turned on, the LDP system may be deactivated
automatically. The LDP ON indicator (green) will
blink.
When the interior temperature is reduced, the
system will resume operating automatically and
the LDP ON indicator will stop blinking.
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LANE CAMERA UNIT MAINTENANCE
The lane camera units1for the LDW/LDP
system is located inside the map light cover. To
keep the proper operation of the LDW/LDP
systems and prevent a system malfunction, be
sure to observe the following:
c Always keep the windshield clean.
c Do not attach a sticker (including transpar-
ent material) or install an accessory near the
camera unit.
c Do not place reflective materials, such as
white paper or a mirror, on the instrument
panel. The reflection of sunlight may ad-
versely affect the camera unit's capability of
detecting the lane markers. c
Do not strike or damage the areas around
the camera unit. Do not touch the camera
lens or remove the screw located on the
camera unit. If the camera unit is damaged
due to an accident, contact an INFINITI re-
tailer.
PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL
cIf the cruise control system malfunctions, it
will cancel automatically. The SET indicator
on the dot matrix crystal display will then
blink to warn the driver.
c If the engine coolant temperature becomes
excessively high, the cruise control system
will be canceled automatically.
c If the SET indicator blinks, turn the cruise
control main switch off and have the system
checked by your INFINITI retailer.
c The SET indicator may sometimes blink
when the cruise control main switch is
turned ON while pushing the
RESUME/ACCELERATE, SET/COAST or CAN-
CEL switch. To properly set the cruise control
system, perform the steps below in the order
indicated.
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when driving un-
der the following conditions:
cwhen it is not possible to keep the vehicle at
a set speed
c in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in
speed
c on winding or hilly roads
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con slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
c in very windy areas
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle control
and result in an accident.
1. RESUME/ACCELERATE switch
2. SET/COAST switch
3. CANCEL switch
4. MAIN (ON´OFF) switch
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
The cruise control allows driving at a speed
between 25 to 89 MPH (40 to 144 km/h) without
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
To turn on the cruise control, push the MAIN
switch on. The CRUISE indicator light will come
on.
To set cruising speed, accelerate the vehicle to
the desired speed, push the SET/COAST switch and release it. (The CRUISE SET indicator will
illuminate in the instrument panel.) Take your
foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will
maintain the set speed.
c
To pass another vehicle, depress the accel-
erator pedal. When you release the pedal,
the vehicle will return to the previously set
speed.
c 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, use one of the
following methods:
a) Push the CANCEL switch. The SET indica- tor light will turn off.
b) Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator light will turn off.
c) Turn the MAIN switch off. Both the CRUISE and SET indicator lights will turn off.
c 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.
c The cruise control will automatically cancel if
the vehicle slows more than 8 MPH (12
km/h) below the set speed.
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cIf you move the selector lever to the N
(Neutral) position, the cruise control will be
canceled.
To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one of
the following methods:
c Depress the accelerator pedal. When the
vehicle attains the desired speed, push and
release the SET/COAST switch.
c Push and hold the RESUME/ACCELERATE
switch. When the vehicle attains the desired
speed, release the switch.
c 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:
c Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the ve-
hicle attains the desired speed, push the
SET/COAST switch and release it.
c Push and hold the SET/COAST switch. Re-
lease the switch when the vehicle slows
down to the desired speed.
c 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). The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system au-
tomatically maintains a selected distance from
the vehicle traveling in front of you according to
that vehicle's speed (up to the set speed), or at
the set speed when the road ahead is clear.
The ICC function can be set to one of two cruise
control modes:
c
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode:
For maintaining a selected distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you
up to the preset speed.
c Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control
mode:
For cruising at a preset speed.
WARNING
cAlways drive carefully and attentively when
using either cruise control mode. Read and
understand the Owner's Manual thoroughly
before using the cruise control. To avoid se-
rious injury or death, do not rely on the sys-
tem to prevent accidents or to control the
vehicle's speed in emergency situations. Do
not use cruise control except in appropriate
road and traffic conditions.
INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC)
SYSTEM (if so equipped)
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