fuel pressure INFINITI M 2010 Owners Manual

WarninglightName Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)* 2-13
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light2-13
Automatic Transmission (AT)
check warning light2-13
Brake warning light
2-14
Charge warning light2-14
Door open warning light2-14
Engine oil pressure warning
light2-14
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system warning light (orange)*2-15
Intelligent Key system warning
light 2-15
Lane departure warning light
(orange)*2-15
Warning
lightName Page
Low fuel warning light 2-15
Low tire pressure warning light 2-15
Low washer fluid warning light 2-17
Preview Function warning light
(orange)*2-17
Rear Active Steer warning light* 2-17
Seat belt warning light
2-17
Supplemental air bag warning
light 2-17
IndicatorlightName Page
Adaptive Front lighting System
(AFS) indicator light 2-18
Automatic Transmission (AT)
position indicator light2-18
Cruise main switch indicator
light (green)2-18
IndicatorlightName Page
Cruise set switch indicator light 2-18
Front passenger air bag status
light 2-18
High beam indicator light
2-18
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system MAIN switch indicator
light (green)* 2-19
Lane Departure Prevention
(LDP) ON indicator light
(green)*2-19
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)
2-19
Slip indicator light
2-20
Small light indicator lights 2-20
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights2-20
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light2-20
*: if so equipped
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light
(AWD models)*Lane departure warning light (or-
ange)*Cruise set switch indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warn-
ing lightLow fuel warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light
Automatic Transmission (AT) check
warning lightLow washer fluid warning lightIntelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
MAIN switch indicator light (green)*
Brake warning light
Preview Function warning light
(orange)*Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light (green)*
Rear Active Steer warning light*Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning lightSlip indicator light
Door open warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightSmall light indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning lightAdaptive Front lighting System (AFS)
indicator lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) sys-
tem warning light (orange)*Automatic Transmission (AT) position
indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light
Intelligent Key system warning lightCruise main switch indicator light
(green)*: if so equipped
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil pres-
sure warning light on could cause serious dam-
age to the engine almost immediately. Such
damage is not covered by warranty. Turn off the
engine as soon as it is safe to do so.
Intelligent Cruise Control
(ICC) system warning light
(orange; if so equipped)
This light comes on if there is a malfunction in
the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system.
If the warning light comes on, park the vehicle
in a safe place. Turn the engine off, restart the
engine, resume driving and set the ICC system
again.
If it is not possible to set the system or the
indicator stays on, it may indicate that the sys-
tem is malfunctioning. Although the vehicle is
still driveable under normal conditions, have the
vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer.
See ªINTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC) SYS-
TEMº in the ª5. Starting and drivingº section.
Intelligent Key system
warning light
After the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, this light comes on for about 2 sec-
onds and then turns off.
This light warns of a malfunction with the
electrical steering lock system or the Intelligent
Key system.
If the light comes on while the engine is
stopped, it may be impossible to free the
steering lock or to start the engine. If the light
comes on while the engine is running, you can
drive the vehicle. However in these cases, con-
tact an INFINITI retailer for repair as soon as
possible.
See ªINTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEMº in the ª3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustmentsº section.
Lane departure warning light
(orange; if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position, the light will come on in orange, turn
green, and then turn off. This indicates that the
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Lane Depar-
ture Prevention (LDP) systems are operational.
While the LDW and/or LDP system is on, the
light will blink in orange and a warning chime
will sound if the vehicle is traveling close toeither the left or the right of a traveling lane
with detectable lane markers.
If the light comes on in orange and remains on,
it may indicate that the LDW and LDP systems
are not functioning properly. Have the systems
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
See ªLANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM/LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION (LDP)
SYSTEMº in the ª5. Starting and drivingº sec-
tion.
Low fuel warning light
This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is
getting low. Refuel as soon as it is convenient,
preferably before the fuel gauge reaches ªEº
(Empty).
There will be a small reserve of fuel remaining in
the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches ªEº
(Empty).
Low tire pressure warning
light
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all tires except the spare.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
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Fuel Economy information
The distance to empty, average fuel economy
and current fuel economy (shown on the right
side bar) will be displayed for reference.
To reset the Average Fuel Economy, use the
INFINITI controller to highlight the ªResetº key
and push the ENTERbutton.
If the ª Viewº key is highlighted with the
INFINITI controller and the ENTERbutton is
pushed, the average fuel consumption history
will be displayed in graph form along with the
average for the previous Reset-to-Reset period.
The unit can be converted between ªUSº and
ªMetricº. (See ªHOW TO USE SETTING BUTTONº
later in this section.)
For models without the navigation system, the
information can be displayed by pushing the
FUEL ECON button on the control panel.
Tire Pressure information
The tire pressure will be displayed for refer-
ence.
The pressure indication ª** psiº on the screen
means that the tire pressure is being measured.
After a few driving trips, the pressure for each
tire will be displayed.
In case of low tire pressure, LOW PRESSURE
information will be displayed on the screen.
Check the pressure for all tires.
Tire pressure rises and falls depending on the
heat caused by the vehicle's traveling condition
and the temperature.
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REAR SWITCHES FOR CLIMATE
CONTROL (if so equipped)
The rear seat passengers can adjust the climate
control system using the climate controls in the
rear armrest panel.
ªAUTOº button: automatic climate control
mode on
ª
º button: Fan speed control up (Max fan
speed !return to Low fan speed)
ª
º button: Temperature control up/down
OPERATING TIPS
When the engine coolant temperature and out-
side air temperature are low, the air flow from
the foot outlets may not operate for a maximum
of 150 seconds. This is not a malfunction. After
the coolant temperature warms up, air will flow
normally from the foot outlets. The sunload sensor
sAon the instrument panel
helps maintain a constant temperature. Do not
put anything on or around this sensor.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER
The climate control system is equipped with an
in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen,
dust, etc. To make sure the air conditioner
heats, defogs, and ventilates efficiently, replace
the filter in accordance with the maintenance
schedule in the INFINITI Service and Mainte-
nance Guide. To replace the filter, contact an
INFINITI retailer. The filter should be replaced if air flow is ex-
tremely decreased or when windows fog up eas-
ily when operating heater or air conditioning
system.
SERVICING CLIMATE CONTROL
The climate control system in your INFINITI is
charged with a refrigerant designed with the
environment in mind.
This refrigerant will not
harm the earth's ozone layer. However, special
charging equipment and lubricant are required
when servicing your INFINITI air conditioner.
Using improper refrigerants or lubricants will
cause severe damage to your climate control
system. (See ªCAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTSº in the ª9. Technical and
consumer informationº section for climate con-
trol system refrigerant and lubricant recommen-
dations.)
Your INFINITI retailer will be able to service your
environmentally friendly climate control sys-
tem.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant under high
pressure. To avoid personal injury, any air con-
ditioner service should be done only by an ex-
perienced technician with the proper
equipment.
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cSatellite
COMMAND ACTION
Satellite Radio Turns the SAT radio on, selecting the station and band last played.
cCD
COMMAND ACTION
CD Starts to play a CD.
cAudio
COMMAND ACTION
Audio OFF Turns the audio system off.
ciPodT
COMMAND ACTION
iPodT Turns the iPodTsystem on.
Vehicle Information Commands:
COMMAND ACTION
Traffic Info. Turns the traffic information system ON and OFF.
Fuel Economy Displays the Fuel Economy screen.
Trip Computer Displays the Trip Computer screen.
Maintenance Displays the Maintenance screen.
Tire Pressure Displays the Tire Pressure screen.
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5 Starting and driving
Precautions when starting and driving.............. 5-2
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .................. 5-2
Three-way catalyst ............................. 5-2
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ......... 5-3
Avoiding collision and rollover ................... 5-5
Off-road recovery ............................... 5-5
Rapid air pressure loss ......................... 5-6
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving .............. 5-7
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) driving safety
precautions (for AWD models) ................... 5-7
Push-button ignition switch ........................ 5-8
Operating range for engine start function......... 5-8
Push-button ignition switch positions ............ 5-9
Intelligent Key battery discharge ................. 5-9
Before starting the engine ........................5-10
Starting the engine ................................ 5-11
Driving the vehicle ................................ 5-11
Automatic transmission ......................... 5-11
Parking brake .................................... 5-16
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) system
(if so equipped) .................................. 5-16
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system ...........5-17 Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system
..........5-19
Lane camera unit maintenance .................5-23
Cruise control .................................... 5-23
Precautions on cruise control ...................5-23
Cruise control operations ......................5-24
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
(if so equipped) .................................. 5-25
Selecting the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode ................................. 5-26
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode ........5-27
Precautions on vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode ................................. 5-27
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
operation ..................................... 5-29
Conventional (FIXED SPEED) cruise control
mode ........................................ 5-42
Preview function (for Intelligent Cruise
Control system equipped models) ..............5-45
Break-in schedule ................................ 5-46
Increasing fuel economy .......................... 5-46
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if so equipped) .............5-47
Parking/parking on hills .......................... 5-48
Power steering ................................... 5-49
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cKeep your engine tuned up. Malfunctions in
the ignition, fuel injection, or electrical sys-
tems can cause overrich fuel flow into the
three-way catalyst, causing it to overheat.
Do not keep driving if the engine misfires, or
if noticeable loss of performance or other
unusual operating conditions are detected.
Have the vehicle inspected promptly by an
INFINITI retailer.
c Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel
level. Running out of fuel could cause the
engine to misfire, damaging the three-way
catalyst.
c Do not race the engine while warming it up.
c Do not push or tow your vehicle to start the
engine.TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS)
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres-
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level
to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects
a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi-
mately one minute and then remain continu-
ously illuminated. This sequence will continue
upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a
variety of reasons, including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning
properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more tires or
wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
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CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow
these recommendations to obtain maximum
engine performance and ensure the future reli-
ability and economy of your new vehicle. Fail-
ure to follow these recommendations may re-
sult in shortened engine life and reduced
engine performance.
c Avoid driving for long periods at constant
speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the
engine over 4,000 rpm.
c Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
c Avoid quick starts.
c Avoid hard braking as much as possible. c
Accelerate slowly and smoothly. Maintain
cruising speeds with a constant accelerator
position.
c Drive at moderate speeds on the highway.
Driving at high speed lowers fuel economy.
c Avoid unnecessary stopping and braking.
Keep a safe distance behind other vehicles.
c Select a gear range suitable to road condi-
tions.
c Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
c Keep your engine tuned up.
c Follow the recommended periodic mainte-
nance schedule.
c Keep the tires inflated to the correct pres-
sure. Low tire pressure increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
c Keep the wheels in correct alignment. Im-
proper alignment increases tire wear and
lowers fuel economy.
c Climate control operation lowers fuel
economy. Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
c When cruising at highway speeds, it is more
economical to use the air conditioner and
leave the windows closed to reduce drag. c
Use the recommended viscosity engine oil.
(See ªENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOM-
MENDATIONº in the ª9. Technical and con-
sumer informationº section.)
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE INCREASING FUEL ECONOMY
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When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care to
prevent serious accidental injury to yourself or
damage to the vehicle. The following are gen-
eral precautions which should be closely ob-
served.
WARNING
cPark the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
parking brake securely and block the wheels
to prevent the vehicle from moving. Move
the selector lever to P (Park).
c Be sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position when performing any parts replace-
ment or repairs.
c If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools
away from moving fans, belts and any other
moving parts.
c It is advisable to secure or remove any loose
clothing and remove any jewelry, such as
rings, watches, etc. before working on your
vehicle.
c Always wear eye protection whenever you
work on your vehicle. c
If you must run the engine in an enclosed
space such as a garage, be sure there is
proper ventilation for exhaust gases to
escape.
c Never get under the vehicle while it is sup-
ported only by a jack. If it is necessary to
work under the vehicle, support it with
safety stands.
c Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks
away from fuel tank and the battery.
c Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
engine cooling fan. It may come on at any
time without warning, even if the ignition
key is in the OFF position and the engine is
not running. To avoid injury, always discon-
nect the negative battery cable before work-
ing near the fan.
c The fuel filter or fuel lines should be serviced
by an INFINITI retailer because the fuel lines
are under high pressure even when the en-
gine is off.
CAUTION
cDo not work under the hood while the engine
is hot. Turn the engine off and wait until it
cools down. c
Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil, en-
gine coolant and/or other vehicle fluids can
damage the environment. Always conform to
local regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluid.
c Never connect or disconnect the battery or
any transistorized component while the ig-
nition switch is in the ON position.
c Never leave the engine or automatic trans-
mission related component harnesses dis-
connected while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
This ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº sec-
tion gives instructions regarding only those
items which are relatively easy for an owner to
perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also avail-
able. (See ªOWNER'S MANUAL/SERVICE
MANUAL ORDER INFORMATIONº in the ª9. Tech-
nical and consumer informationº section.)
You should be aware that incomplete or im-
proper servicing may result in operating diffi-
culties or excessive emissions, and could affect
warranty coverage. If in doubt about any servic-
ing, we recommend that it be done by an INFINITI
retailer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
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