warning lights INFINITI M 2013 Owner's Guide

5-34Starting and driving
braking operation to avoid accidents.
. The BSW and BSI systems may not
provide a warning or brake control for
vehicles that pass through the detection
zone quickly.
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BSW/BSI indicator light
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
If the radar sensors detect vehicles in the
detection zone, the BSW/BSI indicator
light located inside the outside mirrors
illuminates. If the turn signal is then
activated, the BSW/BSI indicator light
flashes and a chime sounds twice. The
indicator light continues to flash until the
detected vehicles leave the detection zone.
The BSW/BSI indicator lights illuminate for
a few seconds when the ignition switch is
pushed to the ON position.
The brightness of the BSW/BSI indicator
lights is adjusted automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
A chime sounds if the radar sensors have
already detected vehicles when the driver
activates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes
into the detection zone after the driver
activates the turn signal, then only the
BSW/BSI indicator light flashes and no
chime sounds. (See
“BSW/BSI driving
situations” later in this section.)

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System operation
1. System set display with vehicle ahead
2. System set display without vehicleahead
WARNING
Normally when controlling the distance to a
vehicle ahead, this system automatically
accelerates or decelerates your vehicle
according to the speed of the vehicle ahead.
Depress the accelerator to properly accel-
erate your vehicle when acceleration is
required for a lane change. Depress the brake pedal when deceleration is required to
maintain a safe distance to the vehicle
ahead due to its sudden braking or if a
vehicle cuts in. Always stay alert when
using the ICC system.
The driver sets the desired vehicle speed
based on the road conditions. The ICC
system maintains the set vehicle speed,
similar to standard cruise control, as long
as no vehicle is detected in the lane ahead.
The ICC system displays the set speed.Vehicle detected ahead:
When a vehicle is detected in the lane
ahead, the ICC system decelerates the
vehicle by controlling the throttle and
applying the brakes to match the speed
of a slower vehicle ahead. The system then
controls the vehicle speed based on the
speed of the vehicle ahead to maintain the
driver selected distance.
The stoplights of the vehicle come on
when braking is performed by the ICC
system.
When the brake operates, a noise may be
heard. This is not a malfunction.
When a vehicle ahead is detected, the
vehicle ahead detection indicator comes
on. The ICC system will also display the set
speed and selected distance.
Vehicle ahead not detected:
When a vehicle is no longer detected
ahead, the ICC system gradually acceler-
ates your vehicle to resume the previously
set vehicle speed. The ICC system then
maintains the set speed.
When a vehicle is no longer detected the
vehicle ahead detection indicator turns off.
If a vehicle ahead appears during accel-
eration to the set vehicle speed or any time
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5-78Starting and driving
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System operation
1. System set display with vehicle ahead
2. System set display without vehicleahead
WARNING
The Distance Control Assist system auto-
matically decelerates your vehicle to help
assist the driver to maintain a following
distance from the vehicle ahead. Manually
brake when deceleration is required to
maintain a safe distance upon sudden
braking by the vehicle ahead or when a vehicle suddenly appears in front of you.
Always stay alert when using the DCA
system.
The Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
helps assist the driver to keep a following
distance to the vehicle ahead by braking
and moving the accelerator pedal upward
in the normal driving condition.
When a vehicle is detected ahead:
The vehicle ahead detection indicator
comes on.When vehicle approaches a vehicle ahead:
. If the driver’ s foot is not on the
accelerator pedal, the system activates
the brakes to decelerate smoothly as
necessary. If the vehicle ahead comes
to a stop, the vehicle decelerates to a
standstill within the limitations of the
system.
. If the driver’s foot is on the accelerator
pedal, the system moves the accelera-
tor pedal upward to assist the driver to
release the accelerator pedal.
When brake operation by driver is re-
quired:
The system alerts the driver by a warning
chime and blinking the vehicle ahead
detection indicator. If the driver’s foot is
on the accelerator pedal after the warning,
the system moves the accelerator pedal
upward to assist the driver to switch to the
brake pedal.
The stoplights of the vehicle come on
when braking is performed by the DCA
system.
When the brake operates, a noise may be
heard. This is not a malfunction.

6-2In case of emergency
In the event of a roadside emergency,
Roadside Assistance Service is available to
you. Please refer to your Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet (U.S.) or Warranty & Roadside
Assistance Information Booklet (Canada)
for details.To shut off the engine in an emergency
situation, while driving perform the follow-
ing procedure:
.
Rapidly push the push-button ignition
switch 3 consecutive times, or
. Push and hold the push-button ignition
switch for more than 2 seconds.TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYS-
TEM (TPMS)
This vehicle is equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). It
monitors tire pressure of all tires except
the spare. When the low tire pressure
warning light is lit and the CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE warning appears in the dot
matrix liquid crystal display, one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire
pressure, the TPMS will activate and warn
you of it by the low tire pressure warning
light. This system will activate only when
the vehicle is driven at speeds above 16
MPH (25 km/h). For more details, see
“Warning/indicator lights and audible re-
minders” in the“2. Instruments and
controls” section and “Tire Pressure Mon-
itoring System (TPMS)” in the“5. Starting
and driving” section.
WARNING
.If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates or LOW PRESSURE informa-
tion is displayed on the monitor screen
while driving, avoid sudden steering
maneuvers or abrupt braking, reduce
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF FLAT TIRE

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement.................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance .................................. 8-2
General maintenance....................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ................................... 8-2
General maintenance ........................................... 8-3 Explanation of maintenance items ................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ..................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................... 8-7 VK56VD engine ............................................... 8-7
VQ37VHR engine ............................................. 8-9
Engine cooling system ....................................... 8-11 Checking engine coolant level ....................... 8-12
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-12
Engine oil .......................................................... 8-13 Checking engine oil level............................... 8-13
Changing engine oil and filter ....................... 8-13
Automatic transmission fluid ............................. 8-16
Power steering fluid........................................... 8-16
Brake fluid......................................................... 8-17 Brake fluid .................................................... 8-17
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-18
Battery .............................................................. 8-19 Jump starting ................................................ 8-20
Variable voltage control system ......................... 8-20 Drive belts ........................................................ 8-21
Spark plugs ...................................................... 8-21 Replacing spark plugs ................................. 8-22
Air cleaner ........................................................ 8-22
Windshield wiper blades ................................... 8-24 Cleaning ...................................................... 8-24
Replacing..................................................... 8-24
Brakes .............................................................. 8-25 Self-adjusting brakes ................................... 8-25
Brake pad wear warning .............................. 8-25
Fuses ................................................................ 8-26 Engine compartment .................................... 8-26
Passenger compartment............................... 8-28
Intelligent Key battery replacement ................... 8-29
Lights................................................................ 8-31 Headlights ................................................... 8-31
Exterior and interior lights ........................... 8-32
Wheels and tires ............................................... 8-34 Tire pressure ............................................... 8-34
Tire labeling ................................................ 8-38
Types of tires............................................... 8-40
Tire chains ................................................... 8-41
Changing wheels and tires........................... 8-41

8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Accelerator pedal:Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort.
Keep the floor mat away from the pedal.
Automatic transmission P (Park) mechan-
ism: On a fairly steep hill, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in the P (Park) position without
applying any brakes.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation. If the brake pedal suddenly
goes down further than normal, the pedal
feels spongy or the vehicle seems to take
longer to stop, see an INFINITI retailer
immediately. Keep the floor mat away from
the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull
the vehicle to one side when applied.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake
operation regularly. The vehicle should be
securely held on a fairly steep hill with only
the parking brake applied. If the parking
brake needs adjusted, see an INFINITI
retailer.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, an-
chors, adjuster and retractors) operate
properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fraying, wear or damage.
Seats:
Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
ensure they operate smoothly and that all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints move up
and down smoothly and that the locks (if
so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel). Battery*:
Check the fluid level in each cell.
It should be between the MAX and MIN
lines. Vehicles operated in high tempera-
tures or under severe condition require
frequent checks of the battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the
brake fluid level is between the MAX and
MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt
is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after

SDI2552
1. Front turn signal light
2. Parking light
3. Headlight (high- and low-beam)
4. Map light
5. Rear personal light
6. Fog light
7. Side marker light
8. Step light
9. Courtesy light
10. High-mounted stop light
11. Trunk light
12. License plate light
13. Back-up light
14. Rear combination light (rear turnsignal/tail/stop/side marker light)
HEADLIGHTS
Replacing
Xenon headlight bulb:
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
When xenon headlights are on, they pro-
duce a high voltage. To prevent an electric
shock, never attempt to modify or disas-
semble. Always have your xenon headlights
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-31
LIGHTS

Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-25
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ................... 2-22
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-13
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...................... 2-8
Entry/exit function
Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-28
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-23
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-22
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) .... 2-40
Flat tire ............................................................... 6-2
Flat towing ........................................................ 9-19
Floor mat cleaning .............................................. 7-5
Floor mat positioning aid .................................... 7-6
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-16
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-17
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Engine coolant ............................................. 8-11
Engine oil .................................................... 8-13 Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-16
Window washer fluid ................................... 8-18
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................ 4-64
Fog light switch ................................................ 2-40
Forest Air
TM....................................................... 4-43
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system ........... 5-82
Front passenger air bag and status light ........... 1-46
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-3
Front seat Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ......................... 1-7
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Fuel economy............................................... 5-90
Fuel economy information (display) .............. 4-12
Fuel octane rating .......................................... 9-4
Fuel recommendation ..................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ............................................... 3-22
Fuel-filler door ............................................. 3-22
Gauge ............................................................ 2-9
Fuses ................................................................ 8-26
Fusible links ..................................................... 8-27
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-61
Gas cap ............................................................ 3-22
Gauge .......................................................... 0-9, 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................. 2-8 Fuel gauge ..................................................... 2-9
Odometer....................................................... 2-7
Speedometer ................................................. 2-7
Tachometer .................................................... 2-8
Trip computer .............................................. 2-26
General maintenance .......................................... 8-3
Glove box ......................................................... 2-50
H
Hands-free phone system Bluetooth®(models with
navigation system) ....................................... 4-86
Bluetooth
®(models without
navigation system) ....................................... 4-97
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-40
Head restraints ................................................... 1-4
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front lighting
system (AFS)) ............................................... 2-37
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-31
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-34
Headrest Adjustable headrests ..................................... 1-8
Heated seats .................................................... 2-42
Heated steering wheel ...................................... 2-41
Heater
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-34
Engine block heater ................................... 5-105
Hill start assist system ................................... 5-102
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...................... 2-61
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10-4
Hood release .................................................... 3-18
HookCoat hooks .................................................. 2-52
Horn ................................................................. 2-41
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ................................................. 5-9
Automatic transmission models ................... 5-14
Immobilizer system ........................................... 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ............................................ 4-48
Indicator Dot matrix display ....................................... 2-20
Lights .......................................................... 2-16
Indicator lights ................................................. 2-16
Infiniti Connection (models with
navigation system) ............................................ 4-24
INFINITI Drive mode selector.............................. 5-20
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-30 Engine start ................................................. 2-30
INFINITI voice recognition system .................... 4-111
INFO button ...................................................... 4-10
Inside mirror ..................................................... 3-26
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .................... 9-22
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-39
Instrument panel ......................................... 0-8, 2-5
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ....................... 5-90
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator light ... 2-17
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system ................. 5-86
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... 5-48 Preview function .......................................... 5-69 Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system MAIN
switch indicator ................................................ 2-24
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light .................................................... 2-13
Intelligent Key ..................................................... 3-2
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-7 Battery replacement ..................................... 8-29
Key operating range ....................................... 3-8
Key operation .............................................. 3-10
Warning signals ........................................... 3-12
Interior light control switch ............................... 2-60
Interior light replacement .................................. 8-32
Interior lights .................................................... 2-59
Interior trunk lid release ................................... 3-21
iPod
®player operation ..................................... 4-81
ISOFIX child restraint ........................................ 1-23
J
Jump starting ...................................................... 6-8
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) .................................................... 3-14
Keys ................................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system .............................. 3-7
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ................................. 1-52 Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-13
Emission control information label ............... 9-13
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 9-12
Tire and Loading information label ...... 8-36, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) .............. 9-11
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light ................................................... 2-18
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system ........... 5-27
Lane departure warning (LDW) system .............. 5-24
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system/Lane
Departure Prevention (LDP) system ................... 5-23
Lane departure warning light ............................ 2-13
LATCH system ................................................... 1-23
License plate Installing front license plate ......................... 9-14
Light Air bag warning light ................................... 1-52
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-31
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-40
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-35
Headlights bulb replacement ....................... 8-31
Indicator lights ............................................ 2-16
Interior light control switch .......................... 2-60
Interior lights ............................................... 2-59
Map lights ................................................... 2-59
Personal lights ............................................. 2-59
Replacement ................................................ 8-31
Trunk light ................................................... 2-61
Vanity mirror lights ...................................... 2-61

Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ........................................ 2-11
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-34
Lights
Exterior and interior light replacement ......... 8-32
Linking intelligent key ....................................... 4-48
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ......................................... 9-15
Lock Automatic door locks ..................................... 3-6
Door locks ..................................................... 3-4
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Trunk lid ...................................................... 3-18
Locking with mechanical key ............................... 3-4
Loose fuel cap warning ..................................... 2-23
Low outside temperature warning ..................... 2-23
Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-14
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS)) ................................... 5-4, 6-2, 8-34
M
Maintenance Battery ......................................................... 8-19
General maintenance ..................................... 8-3
Indicators for maintenance (dot matrix) ........ 2-25
Inside the vehicle .......................................... 8-3
Maintenance information (display) ............... 4-14
Maintenance precautions ............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ........................................ 8-3 Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-18
Under the hood and vehicle ........................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-18
Map lights ........................................................ 2-59
Master warning light ......................................... 2-15
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory function ............................................... 3-31
Memory storage Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-30
Meter
Trip computer .............................................. 2-26
Meters and gauges ...................................... 0-9, 2-6 Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-39
Mirror Inside mirror ................................................ 3-26
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-26
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-28
Monitor RearView monitor ......................................... 4-27
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-55
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-90
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2 Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-13
Engine oil .................................................... 8-13
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-25
Operation Indicators for operation ............................... 2-22
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-26
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-23
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-16
Parking
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-19
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-92
Parking brake break-in ...................................... 5-96
Personal lights .................................................. 2-59
Phone Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-86
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ............. 4-97
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-86
Power Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-47
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-16
Power steering system ................................. 5-95
Power windows ............................................ 2-53
10-5