climate control INFINITI M 2012 User Guide

.You can switch the lock system to the
mode that allows you to open all the
doors when the key is turned once.
(See “How to use SETTING button ”in
the “4. Monitor, climate, audio, phone
and voice recognition systems” sec-
tion.)
OPENING AND CLOSING WINDOWS
WITH THE MECHANICAL KEY
The driver ’s door key operation also allows
you to open and close the window that is
equipped with the automatic open/close
function. (See “Power windows” in the“2.
Instruments and controls ”section).
To open the window, turn the driver’ s door
key cylinder to the rear of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second . The door is unlocked
and the window keeps opening while
turning the key.
This function can also be performed by
pushing and holding the door UNLOCK
button of the Intelligent Key. (See “Remote
keyless entry system” later in this section.)
To close the window, turn the driver ’s door
key cylinder to the front of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second . The door is locked
and the window keeps closing while turn-
ing the key.
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LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB
To lock the door individually, move the
inside lock knob to the lock position
*1
then close the door.
To unlock, move the inside lock knob to the
unlock position
*2.
When locking the door without an Intelli-
gent Key, be sure not to leave the
Intelligent Key inside the vehicle.
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LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
Operating the power door lock switch will
lock or unlock all the doors. The switches
are located on the driver ’s and front
passenger ’s door armrests.
To lock the doors, push the power door
lock switch to the lock position
*1with the
driver ’s or front passenger ’s door open,
then close the door.
When locking the door this way, be certain
not to leave the Intelligent Key inside the
vehicle.
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3-30Pre-driving checks and adjustments
memory switch, the previous memory
will be deleted.
Linking Intelligent Key to a stored
memory position
The Intelligent Key can be linked to a
stored memory position with the following
procedure.
1. Follow the steps for storing a memoryposition.
2. While the indicator light for the memory switch being set is illuminated for 5
seconds, push the
button on the
Intelligent Key. If the indicator light
blinks, the Intelligent Key is linked to
that memory setting.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF posi-
tion, and then push the
button on the
Intelligent Key. The driver ’s seat, steering
wheel and outside mirrors will move to the
memorized position.
Confirming memory storage
. Push the ignition switch to the ON
position and push the SET switch. If
the main memory has not been stored,
the indicator light will come on for
approximately 0.5 second. When the
memory has stored in position, the indicator light will stay on for approxi-
mately 5 seconds.
. If the battery cable is disconnected, or if
the fuse opens, the memory will be
canceled. In this case, reset the desired
position using the previous procedure.
. If optional Intelligent Keys are added to
your vehicle, the memory storage pro-
cedure to switch 1 or 2 and linking
Intelligent Key procedure to a stored
memory position should be performed
again for each Intelligent Key. For
additional Intelligent Key information,
see “Keys ”earlier in this section.
Selecting the memorized position
1. Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
2. Use one of the following methods to move the driver ’s seat, the outside
mirrors and the steering wheel.
.Push the ignition switch to the ON position and push the memory
switch (1 or 2) fully for at least 1
second.
.Within 45 seconds of opening the
driver’ s door, push the memory
switch (1 or 2) fully for at least 1
second. The driver
’s seat, steering column
and outside mirrors will move to the
memorized position with the indica-
tor light flashing, and then the light
will stay on for approximately 5
seconds.
SETTING MEMORY FUNCTION
The status of the following settings can be
linked to the Intelligent Key and the
memorized settings can be available for
each Intelligent Key.
. Climate control system
. Navigation system (if so equipped)
. Audio system
To use the memory function, lock the doors
with the Intelligent Key that is linked to the
settings.
To enable the memorized settings:
1. Carry the Intelligent Key that is linked to the settings, and unlock the doors by
pushing the driver ’s door handle re-
quest switch or UNLOCK
button on
the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the ignition switch to the “ON ”
position. “Connection with the key has
been done ”will be displayed on the
screen and the memorized settings are
available (only when a new Intelligent

4 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recogni-tion systems
Safety note .......................................................... 4-3
Center multi-function control panel ...................... 4-4
How to use INFINITI controller.......................... 4-6
How to use touch screen (models with
navigation system) .......................................... 4-6
Menu options (models with
navigation system) .......................................... 4-8
How to select menus on the screen................. 4-9
Vehicle information and settings........................ 4-10 How to use STATUS button ............................ 4-10
How to use brightness control and display
ON/OFF button .............................................. 4-10
How to use DISP button ................................ 4-10
How to use
ECON button
(models without navigation system) .............. 4-10
How to use INFO button ................................ 4-10
How to use SETTING button ........................... 4-16
Rearview monitor............................................... 4-26 How to read displayed lines .......................... 4-27
How to park with predicted course lines........ 4-27
Difference between predicted and
actual distances ............................................ 4-29
Predictive course line settings ....................... 4-32
How to adjust screen .................................... 4-32
Operating tips ............................................... 4-32 Ventilators ........................................................ 4-33
Automatic climate control.................................. 4-33
Automatic climate control (Type A) ............... 4-36
Automatic climate control (Type B) ............... 4-40
Forest Air
®................................................... 4-42
Operating tips.............................................. 4-46
Linking intelligent key.................................. 4-47
In-cabin microfilter....................................... 4-47
Servicing climate control.............................. 4-47
Audio system .................................................... 4-48
Audio operation precautions ........................ 4-48
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player................................................... 4-61
DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) player operation
(models with navigation system).................. 4-65
USB input operation .................................... 4-68
Bluetooth
®streaming audio
(models with navigation system).................. 4-73
iPod
®player operation ................................ 4-78
Music Box (models with
navigation system)....................................... 4-79
CD/DVD/USB memory care and cleaning...... 4-86
Steering-wheel-mounted controls
for audio ..................................................... 4-87
Antenna ....................................................... 4-88

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SAA2953
Models with navigation system
1. “DISP ”display setting button (P.4-10)
2, 5, 6. For navigation system control buttons
(Refer to the separate Navigation
System Owner ’s Manual.)
3. “INFO ”vehicle and navigation infor- mation button (P.4-10)
4. “SETTING ”button (P.4-16)
7. INFINITI controller (P.4-6)
8. “STATUS ”status display button
(P.4-10) 9.
“
OFF”brightness control and
display ON/OFF button (P.4-10)
CENTER MULTI-FUNCTION CONTROL PANEL

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Models without navigation system
1. “INFO ”vehicle information button
(P.4-10)
2. “STATUS ”status display button
(P.4-10)
3. “DISP ”display setting button (P.4-10)
4. “
”brightness UP button (P.4-10) 5.
“
ECON ”button (P.4-10)
6. “SETTING ”button (P.4-16)
7. INFINITI controller (P.4-6)
8. “
OFF”brightness control and
display ON/OFF button (P.4-10) 9.
“
”brightness DOWN button
(P.4-10)
When you use this system, make sure the
engine is running.
If you use the system with the engine not
running (ignition ON or ACC) for a long
time, it will use up all the battery power,
and the engine will not start.
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SAA2955
Models with navigation system
SAA2956
Models without navigation system
HOW TO USE INFINITI CONTROLLER
Choose an item on the display by rotating
or pushing the center dial
*2upward/
downward, and push the ENTER button
*1
for operation.
If you push the BACK button
*3before the
setup is completed, the setup will be
canceled and/or the display will return to
the previous screen.
After the setup is completed, push the
BACK button
*3and return to the previous
screen.
For the VOICE button
*4functions, refer to
the separate Navigation System Owner’ s
Manual.
HOW TO USE TOUCH SCREEN
(models with navigation system)
CAUTION
. The glass screen on the liquid crystal
display may break if it is hit with a hard
or sharp object. If the glass screen
breaks, do not touch it. Doing so could
result in an injury.
. To clean the display, use a soft, dry
cloth. If additional cleaning is necessary, use a small amount of neutral detergent
with a soft cloth. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or deteriorate the panel.
. Do not splash any liquid such as water
or car fragrance on the display. Contact
with liquid will cause the system to
malfunction.
To ensure safe driving, some functions
cannot be operated while driving.
The on-screen functions that are not
available while driving will be “grayed
out” or muted.
Park the vehicle in a safe location and then
operate the navigation system.
WARNING
. ALWAYS give your full attention to
driving.
. Avoid using vehicle features that could
distract you. If distracted, you could lose
control of your vehicle and cause an
accident.

SAA2473
Example
Touch screen operation
With this system, the same operations as
those for the INFINITI controller are possi-
ble using the touch screen operation.
Selecting the item:
Touch an item to select it. To select the
“Audio ”settings, touch the “Audio ”area
*1on the screen.
Touch the “BACK ”
*2key to return to the
previous screen.
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Adjusting an item:
Touch the +
*1or−*2key to adjust the
settings.
Touch the
*3or*4key to move to
the previous or next item.
Touch the
*5or*6key to move to
the previous or next page.
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Inputting characters:
Touch the letter or number
*1.
There are some options available when
inputting characters.
. Uppercase:
Shows uppercase characters.
. Lowercase:
Shows lowercase characters.
. Symbols:
Shows symbols such as the question
mark (?).
. Space:
Inserts a space.
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.Delete:
Deletes the last character that has been
input with one touch. Push and hold to
delete all of the characters.
. OK:
Completes character inputs.
Touch screen maintenance
If you clean the display screen, use a dry,
soft cloth. If additional cleaning is neces-
sary, use a small amount of neutral
detergent with a soft cloth. Never spray
the screen with water or detergent. Dam-
pen the cloth first, and then wipe the
screen.
SAA3011
MENU OPTIONS (models with navi-
gation system)
The start menu can be displayed using the
menu control switch on the steering-wheel-
mounted controls.
1. While the MAP or STATUS screen is displayed, push and hold the menu
control switch until the “Menu Options ”
screen appears.
2. Highlight the preferred item by tilting the menu control switch up or down,
and then push the menu control switch
to select it.
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Available items
Destination/Route:
These items are for the navigation system.
See the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual for details.
Info:
Displays the information screen. It is the
same screen that appears when you push
the INFO button.
Settings:
Displays the settings screen. It is the same
screen that appears when you push the
SETTING button.

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Models with navigation system
SAA3149
Models without navigation system
HOW TO SELECT MENUS ON THE
SCREEN
Vehicle functions are viewed on the display
screen in menus. To select each key item,
highlight the preferred item using the
INFINITI controller and push the ENTER
button.
Whenever a menu selection is made or
menu item is highlighted, different areas
on the screen provide you with important
information. See the following for details.
1. Header:Shows the path used to get to the
current screen.
2. Menu Selections: Shows the options to choose within
that menu screen.
3. UP/DOWN Movement indicator: Shows that the INFINITI controller may
be used to move UP/DOWN on the
screen and select more options.
4. Menu Items Counter: Shows the total number of items listed
across all pages for the current menu.
5. Footer/Information Line: Provides more information (if available) about the menu selection currently
highlighted.
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HOW TO USE STATUS BUTTON
To display the status of the audio, climate
control system, fuel consumption and
navigation system (if so equipped), push
the STATUS button. The following informa-
tion will appear when the STATUS button is
pushed repeatedly.
Audio and Climate control system?Audio
and fuel economy ?Audio and Navigation
system (if so equipped)
HOW TO USE BRIGHTNESS CON-
TROL AND DISPLAY ON/OFF BUTTON
Push the “OFF”button to switch the
display brightness to the daytime mode or
the nighttime mode, and to adjust the
display brightness using the INFINITI con-
troller while the indicator is displayed at
the bottom of the screen.
Push and hold the “
OFF”button for
more than 2 seconds to turn the display
off. Push the button again to turn the
display on.
Models without navigation system:
The display brightness can also be ad-
justed using the “
”button or “”
button.
HOW TO USE DISP BUTTON
Push the DISP button to show the display
setting screen. (See “Display settings
(models with navigation system) ”later in
this section.)
HOW TO USEECON BUTTON
(models without navigation system)
Push the “ECON ”button to show fuel
economy information. (See “Fuel Economy
information ”later in this section.)
HOW TO USE INFO BUTTON
The display screen shows vehicle and
navigation (if so equipped) information
for your convenience.
The information shown on the screen
should be a guide to determine the
condition of the vehicle. See the following
for details.SAA3144
Models with navigation system
SAA2145
Models without navigation system
VEHICLE INFORMATION AND SETTINGS