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6-14In case of emergency
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Two-wheel drive models
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
INFINITI
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
INFINITI recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed
truck as illustrated. The vehicle should only
be loaded onto a flat bed using a winch.
WARNING
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with
the rear wheels raised. If the rear wheels areon the ground when towing, the electric
motor may generate electricity. This may
damage the INFINITI Direct Response Hy-
brid
TMSystem components and cause a fire.
CAUTION
.
Never tow automatic transmission mod-
els with the rear wheels on the ground
or four wheels on the ground (forward or
backward), as this may cause serious
and expensive damage to the transmis- sion. If it is necessary to tow the vehicle
with the front wheels raised, always use
towing dollies under the rear wheels.
. When towing rear wheel drive models
with the front wheels on the ground or
on towing dollies: Push the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON position, and
secure the steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope or similar
device. For models with a steering wheel
lock mechanism: Never secure the steer-
ing wheel by selecting the LOCK posi-
tion. This may damage the steering lock
mechanism.
6-14In case of emergency
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Two-wheel drive models
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
INFINITI
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
INFINITI recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed
truck as illustrated. The vehicle should only
be loaded onto a flat bed using a winch.
WARNING
If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it with
the rear wheels raised. If the rear wheels are on the ground when towing, the electric
motor may generate electricity. This may
damage the INFINITI Direct Response Hy-
brid
TMSystem components and cause a fire.
CAUTION
.
Never tow automatic transmission mod-
els with the rear wheels on the ground
or four wheels on the ground (forward or
backward), as this may cause serious
and expensive damage to the transmis- sion. If it is necessary to tow the vehicle
with the front wheels raised, always use
towing dollies under the rear wheels.
. When towing rear wheel drive models
with the front wheels on the ground or
on towing dollies: Push the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON position, and
secure the steering wheel in a straight-
ahead position with a rope or similar
device. For models with a steering wheel
lock mechanism: Never secure the steer-
ing wheel by selecting the LOCK posi-
tion. This may damage the steering lock
mechanism.

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7-6Appearance and care
CAUTION
To help prevent damaging the sunshade
while cleaning:
.Do not rub the material with a cloth.
Doing so can damage the surface of the
material or can use a stain to spread.
. Never use benzine, thinner or any similar
chemical to clean the suede. This may
discolor the sunshade and damage the
surface.
. Clean water based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth dampened
in warm water. Press a clean dry cloth
onto the surface to remove as much
dampness as possible and then let air
dry.
. Clean oil based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth dampened
in warm water. Press a clean dry cloth
onto the surface to remove as much
dampness as possible and then let air
dry.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING
To avoid potential pedal interference that
may result in a collision or injury:
.NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position.
. Use only genuine NISSAN floor mats
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model. See your INFINITI retailer
for more information.
. Properly position the mats in the floor-
well using the floor mat positioning aid.
See “Floor mat positioning aid ”later in
this section.
The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular clean-
ing and replaced if they become exces-
sively worn.
SAI0050
Front (example)
Floor mat positioning aid
This vehicle includes front floor mat brack-
ets to act as floor mat positioning aid.
NISSAN floor mats have been specially
designedforyourvehiclemodel.The
driver ’s and passenger ’s side floor mats
have grommet holes incorporated in them.
Position the mat by placing the floor mat
bracket through the floor mat grommet
hole while centering the mat in the floor-
well.
Periodically check to make certain that the
mats are properly positioned.
7-6Appearance and care
CAUTION
To help prevent damaging the sunshade
while cleaning:
. Do not rub the material with a cloth.
Doing so can damage the surface of the
material or can use a stain to spread.
. Never use benzine, thinner or any similar
chemical to clean the suede. This may
discolor the sunshade and damage the
surface.
. Clean water based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth dampened
in warm water. Press a clean dry cloth
onto the surface to remove as much
dampness as possible and then let air
dry.
. Clean oil based stains by patting the
surface with a clean soft cloth dampened
in warm water. Press a clean dry cloth
onto the surface to remove as much
dampness as possible and then let air
dry.
FLOOR MATS
WARNING
To avoid potential pedal interference that
may result in a collision or injury:
.NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position.
. Use only genuine NISSAN floor mats
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model. See your INFINITI retailer
for more information.
. Properly position the mats in the floor-
well using the floor mat positioning aid.
See “Floor mat positioning aid ”later in
this section.
The use of genuine NISSAN floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular clean-
ing and replaced if they become exces-
sively worn.
SAI0050
Front (example)
Floor mat positioning aid
This vehicle includes front floor mat brack-
ets to act as floor mat positioning aid.
NISSAN floor mats have been specially
designedforyourvehiclemodel.The
driver ’s and passenger ’s side floor mats
have grommet holes incorporated in them.
Position the mat by placing the floor mat
bracket through the floor mat grommet
hole while centering the mat in the floor-
well.
Periodically check to make certain that the
mats are properly positioned.

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8-6Maintenance and do-it-yourself
ing the service plug can cause severe
burns or electric shock that may result in
serious injury or death.
. The hybrid system uses high voltage up
to 408V. The system can be hot while
and after starting. Be careful of both the
high voltage and the high temperature.
Obey the caution labels attached to the
vehicle.
. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply
the parking brake securely and block the
wheels to prevent the vehicle from
moving. Move the shift selector to P
(Park).
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
. The engine can start at any time without
warning when the Hybrid System is in
the READY to drive mode. If you must
work with the Hybrid System in the
READY to drive mode, keep your hands,
clothing, hair and tools away from fans,
belts and any other parts that can move.
. It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle. .
Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic 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 disconnect the negative
battery cable before working near the
fan.
. Ifyoumustruntheengineinan
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it is
supportedonlybyajack.Ifitis
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the hybrid system off
and wait until it cools down. .
Avoid direct contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluid.
. Never leave the engine or the transmis-
sion related component harness connec-
tor disconnected while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
. Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ”
section gives instructions regarding only
those items which are relatively easy for an
owner to perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner ’s Manual/Service
Manual order information ”in the “9.
Technical and consumer information ”sec-
tion.)
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and
could affect your warranty coverage. If in
doubt about any servicing, we recommend
8-6Maintenance and do-it-yourself
ing the service plug can cause severe
burns or electric shock that may result in
serious injury or death.
. The hybrid system uses high voltage up
to 408V. The system can be hot while
and after starting. Be careful of both the
high voltage and the high temperature.
Obey the caution labels attached to the
vehicle.
. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply
the parking brake securely and block the
wheels to prevent the vehicle from
moving. Move the shift selector to P
(Park).
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
. The engine can start at any time without
warning when the Hybrid System is in
the READY to drive mode. If you must
work with the Hybrid System in the
READY to drive mode, keep your hands,
clothing, hair and tools away from fans,
belts and any other parts that can move.
. It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle. .
Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic 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 disconnect the negative
battery cable before working near the
fan.
. Ifyoumustruntheengineinan
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it is
supportedonlybyajack.Ifitis
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the hybrid system off
and wait until it cools down. .
Avoid direct contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluid.
. Never leave the engine or the transmis-
sion related component harness connec-
tor disconnected while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
. Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ”
section gives instructions regarding only
those items which are relatively easy for an
owner to perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner ’s Manual/Service
Manual order information ”in the “9.
Technical and consumer information ”sec-
tion.)
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and
could affect your warranty coverage. If in
doubt about any servicing, we recommend

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SDI1839
Vanity mirror lightIf you have a flat tire, see
“Flat tire”in the
“6. In case of emergency ”section.
TIRE PRESSURE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(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 (if so equipped) ap-
pears in the dot matrix liquid crystal
display,oneormoreofyourtiresis
significantly under-inflated.
The TPMS will activate only when the
vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH
(25 km/h). Also, this system may not
detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example a flat tire while driving).
For more details, see “Low tire pressure
warning light ”in the “2. Instruments and
controls ”section, “Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) ”in the “5. Starting and
driving ”section and “Tire Pressure Mon-
itoring System (TPMS) ”in the “6. In case
of emergency” section.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the pressure of the tires
(including the spare) often and al-
ways prior to long distance trips. The
recommended tire pressure specifi-
cations are shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label under the
“Cold Tire Pressure ”heading. The
Tire and Loading Information label is
affixed to the driver side center pillar.
Tire pressures should be checked
regularly because:
.Most tires naturally lose air over time.
.Tires can lose air suddenly whendriven over potholes or other
objects or if the vehicle strikes a
curb while parking.
The tire pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold. The tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle
has been parked for 3 or more hours,
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at
moderate speeds.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
SDI1839
Vanity mirror light If you have a flat tire, see
“Flat tire”in the
“6. In case of emergency ”section.
TIRE PRESSURE
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(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 (if so equipped) ap-
pears in the dot matrix liquid crystal
display,oneormoreofyourtiresis
significantly under-inflated.
The TPMS will activate only when the
vehicle is driven at speeds above 16 MPH
(25 km/h). Also, this system may not
detect a sudden drop in tire pressure (for
example a flat tire while driving).
For more details, see “Low tire pressure
warning light ”in the “2. Instruments and
controls ”section, “Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) ”in the “5. Starting and
driving ”section and “Tire Pressure Mon-
itoring System (TPMS) ”in the “6. In case
of emergency” section.
Tire inflation pressure
Check the pressure of the tires
(including the spare) often and al-
ways prior to long distance trips. The
recommended tire pressure specifi-
cations are shown on the Tire and
Loading Information label under the
“Cold Tire Pressure ”heading. The
Tire and Loading Information label is
affixed to the driver side center pillar.
Tire pressures should be checked
regularly because:
.Most tires naturally lose air over time.
.Tires can lose air suddenly whendriven over potholes or other
objects or if the vehicle strikes a
curb while parking.
The tire pressures should be checked
when the tires are cold. The tires are
considered COLD after the vehicle
has been parked for 3 or more hours,
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at
moderate speeds.
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WHEELS AND TIRES

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JVM0062X
Tire and Loading Information label
*1Seating capacity: The maximum
number of occupants that can be
seated in the vehicle.
*2Vehicle load limit: See“Vehicle
loading information ”in the “9. Technical and consumer informa-
tion
”section.
*3Original size: The size of the tires
originally installed on the vehicle
at the factory.
*4Cold tire pressure: Inflate the
tires to this pressure when the
tires are cold. Tires are consid-
ered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours,
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km) at moderate speeds. The
recommended cold tire inflation
is set by the manufacturer to
provide the best balance of tire
wear, vehicle handling, driveabil-
ity, tire noise, etc., up to the
vehicle ’s GVWR.
*5Tire size —see “Tire labeling ”
later in this section.
*6Spare tire size or compact spare
tire size (if so equipped)
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-33
JVM0062X
Tire and Loading Information label
*1Seating capacity: The maximum
number of occupants that can be
seated in the vehicle.
*2Vehicle load limit: See “Vehicle
loading information ”in the “9. Technical and consumer informa-
tion
”section.
*3Original size: The size of the tires
originally installed on the vehicle
at the factory.
*4Cold tire pressure: Inflate the
tires to this pressure when the
tires are cold. Tires are consid-
ered COLD after the vehicle has
been parked for 3 or more hours,
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km) at moderate speeds. The
recommended cold tire inflation
is set by the manufacturer to
provide the best balance of tire
wear, vehicle handling, driveabil-
ity, tire noise, etc., up to the
vehicle ’s GVWR.
*5Tire size —see “Tire labeling ”
later in this section.
*6Spare tire size or compact spare
tire size (if so equipped)
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Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering or bears manu-
facturer, brand and/or model name
molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) the outward
facing sidewall of an asymmetrical
tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
TYPES OF TIRES
WARNING
.When changing or replacing tires, be
sure all four tires are of the same type
(Example: Summer, All Season or Snow)
and construction. An INFINITI retailer
may be able to help you with information
about tire type, size, speed rating and
availability.
. Replacement tires may have a lower
speed rating than the factory equipped
tires, and may not match the potential
maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.
. Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
. For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information ”(US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
mation ”(Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation Booklet.
All season tires
INFINITI specifies all season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on
the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than All Season tires and
may be more appropriate in some areas.
Summer tires
INFINITI specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance on
dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating M&S on the tire sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, INFINITI recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on
all four wheels.
Snow tires
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load
rating to the original equipment tires. If
you do not, it can adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tires will have lower speed
ratings than factory equipped tires and
may not match the potential maximum
vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
For additional traction on icy roads,
studded tires may be used. However, some
U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohi-
bit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing studded
tires. Skid and traction capabilities of
studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces,
may be poorer than that of non-studded
snow tires.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-37
Intended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the
sidewall that contains a whitewall,
bears white lettering or bears manu-
facturer, brand and/or model name
molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) the outward
facing sidewall of an asymmetrical
tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
TYPES OF TIRES
WARNING
.
When changing or replacing tires, be
sure all four tires are of the same type
(Example: Summer, All Season or Snow)
and construction. An INFINITI retailer
may be able to help you with information
about tire type, size, speed rating and
availability.
. Replacement tires may have a lower
speed rating than the factory equipped
tires, and may not match the potential
maximum vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the tire.
. Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
. For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information ”(US) or “Tire Safety Infor-
mation ”(Canada) in the Warranty In-
formation Booklet.
All season tires
INFINITI specifies all season tires on some
models to provide good performance all
year, including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All Season tires are identified by ALL
SEASON and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on
the tire sidewall. Snow tires have better
snow traction than All Season tires and
may be more appropriate in some areas.
Summer tires
INFINITI specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior performance on
dry roads. Summer tire performance is
substantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire traction
rating M&S on the tire sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or icy conditions, INFINITI recommends the
use of SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on
all four wheels.
Snow tires
If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load
rating to the original equipment tires. If
you do not, it can adversely affect the
safety and handling of your vehicle.
Generally, snow tires will have lower speed
ratings than factory equipped tires and
may not match the potential maximum
vehicle speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the
same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern on all four wheels.
For additional traction on icy roads,
studded tires may be used. However, some
U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohi-
bit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing studded
tires. Skid and traction capabilities of
studded snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces,
may be poorer than that of non-studded
snow tires.
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9-20Technical and consumer information
This vehicle is equipped with an Event
Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of
an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle,
data that will assist in understanding how
a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or
less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
. How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
. Whether or not the driver and passen-
ger safety belts were buckled/fas-
tened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or
brake pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was traveling.
. Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE:
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only
if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and crash loca-
tion) are recorded. However, other parties,
such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally
identifying data routinely acquired during
a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and INFINITI
retailer, other parties, such as law en-
forcement, that have the special equip-
ment, can read the information if they
have access to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR
data will only be accessed with the
consent of the vehicle owner or lessee or
as otherwise required or permitted by law.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the
best source of service and repair informa-
tion for your vehicle. Filled with wiring
diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step
diagnostic and adjustment procedures,
this manual is the same one used by the
factory trained technicians working at an
INFINITI retailer. Also available are genuine
INFINITI Owner’
s Manuals, and genuine
INFINITI Service and Owner ’s Manuals for
older INFINITI models.
In the USA:
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Service Manuals for the
2000 model year and later, contact:
1-800-450-9491
www.infiniti-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Service Manuals for the
1999 model year and prior, see an INFINITI
retailer, or contact:
1-800-247-5321
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Owner ’s Manuals for this
model year and prior, see an INFINITI
retailer, or contact:
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR) OWNER
’S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL
ORDER INFORMATION
9-20Technical and consumer information
This vehicle is equipped with an Event
Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of
an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle,
data that will assist in understanding how
a vehicle’ s systems performed. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or
less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
. How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
. Whether or not the driver and passen-
ger safety belts were buckled/fas-
tened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or
brake pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was traveling.
. Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE:
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only
if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and crash loca-
tion) are recorded. However, other parties,
such as law enforcement, could combine
the EDR data with the type of personally
identifying data routinely acquired during
a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer and INFINITI
retailer, other parties, such as law en-
forcement, that have the special equip-
ment, can read the information if they
have access to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR
data will only be accessed with the
consent of the vehicle owner or lessee or
as otherwise required or permitted by law.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the
best source of service and repair informa-
tion for your vehicle. Filled with wiring
diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step
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10 Index
Number
12-volt battery charge warning light ................. 2-10
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-94
Accelerator downshift - In D (Drive) position - ... 5-15
Active noise control ........................................ 5-100
Active trace control ........................................... 5-96
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS).................. 2-39
Adjustable headrests .......................................... 1-8
Advanced air bag system .................................. 1-43
Aiming control, Adaptive front lighting
system (AFS) ..................................................... 2-39
Air bag systemAdvanced air bag system ............................. 1-43
Front passenger air bag and status light ...... 1-45
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-48
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-48
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-51
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-51, 2-16
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ................................. 4-47
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .................. 4-47, 9-6
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33 In-cabin microfilter ....................................... 4-47
Operation (See automatic climate control) .... 4-33
Air filter In-cabin microfilter ....................................... 4-47
Air vent ............................................................... 7-5
Alarm How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ........................................... 2-32
Alcohol, drugs and driving .................................. 5-8
Antenna ............................................................ 4-88
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......................... 5-94
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light .... 2-10
Appearance care Exterior appearance care................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ................................ 7-4
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians
(VSP) system .................................. Hybrid System-9
Armrest ............................................................. 1-10
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) .... 2-49
Assist charge gauge ................. Hybrid System-5, 2-8
Audible reminders ............................................ 2-19
Audio operation precautions ............................. 4-48
Audio system .................................................... 4-48
Steering wheel audio controls ...................... 4-86
Autolight system ............................................... 2-37
Automatic
Automatic climate control .................. 4-36, 4-40
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Climate control ............................................ 4-33
Door locks ..................................................... 3-6 Drive positioner ........................................... 3-28
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-13
Seat positioner ............................................ 3-28
Automatic moonroof.......................................... 2-58
Average fuel consumption and speed................ 2-28
Avoiding collision and rollover ............................ 5-7
B
Battery .............................................................. 8-18 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ............... 3-2
Battery saver system ................................... 2-39
Intelligent Key .............................................. 8-26
Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem ............................................... 5-12
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON
indicator light ................................................... 2-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/Blind Spot
Intervention
TM(BSI) system ............................... 5-30
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot Intervention
(BSI) system warning light ................................ 2-10
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ....................... 4-89
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .................. 4-99
Booster seats.................................................... 1-34
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................... 5-94
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-16
Brake force distribution ............................... 5-96
10 Index
Number
12-volt battery charge warning light ................. 2-10
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ......................... 5-94
Accelerator downshift - In D (Drive) position - ... 5-15
Active noise control ........................................ 5-100
Active trace control ........................................... 5-96
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS).................. 2-39
Adjustable headrests .......................................... 1-8
Advanced air bag system .................................. 1-43
Aiming control, Adaptive front lighting
system (AFS) ..................................................... 2-39
Air bag system
Advanced air bag system ............................. 1-43
Front passenger air bag and status light ...... 1-45
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-48
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ....................... 1-48
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-51
Air bag warning light ............................... 1-51, 2-16
Air cleaner housing filter ................................... 8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ................................. 4-47
Air conditioner specification label ................ 9-10
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .................. 4-47, 9-6
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33 In-cabin microfilter ....................................... 4-47
Operation (See automatic climate control) .... 4-33
Air filter In-cabin microfilter ....................................... 4-47
Air vent ............................................................... 7-5
Alarm How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ........................................... 2-32
Alcohol, drugs and driving .................................. 5-8
Antenna ............................................................ 4-88
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......................... 5-94
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light .... 2-10
Appearance care Exterior appearance care................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ................................ 7-4
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians
(VSP) system .................................. Hybrid System-9
Armrest ............................................................. 1-10
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) .... 2-49
Assist charge gauge ................. Hybrid System-5, 2-8
Audible reminders ............................................ 2-19
Audio operation precautions ............................. 4-48
Audio system .................................................... 4-48
Steering wheel audio controls ...................... 4-86
Autolight system ............................................... 2-37
Automatic
Automatic climate control .................. 4-36, 4-40
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Climate control ............................................ 4-33
Door locks ..................................................... 3-6 Drive positioner ........................................... 3-28
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-13
Seat positioner ............................................ 3-28
Automatic moonroof.......................................... 2-58
Average fuel consumption and speed................ 2-28
Avoiding collision and rollover ............................ 5-7
B
Battery .............................................................. 8-18 Battery replacement, Intelligent Key ............... 3-2
Battery saver system ................................... 2-39
Intelligent Key .............................................. 8-26
Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem ............................................... 5-12
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON
indicator light ................................................... 2-17
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/Blind Spot
Intervention
TM(BSI) system ............................... 5-30
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot Intervention
(BSI) system warning light ................................ 2-10
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ....................... 4-89
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .................. 4-99
Booster seats.................................................... 1-34
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .................... 5-94
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-16
Brake force distribution ............................... 5-96

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E
ECO drive indicator light ................................... 2-17
ECO mode ......................................................... 5-18
ECO pedal system ............................................. 5-18
EconomyFuel ............................................................. 5-88
Efficient use of your vehicle ............ Hybrid System-8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-29
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-29
Emergency hybrid system shut off ...................... 6-2
Emergency shut-off system ............. Hybrid System-4
Emission control information label .................... 9-10
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-17
Energy flow ............................ Hybrid System-5, 4-11
Energy monitor ................................................. 2-27
Energy monitors .............................. Hybrid System-5
Engine
Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem .......................................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-88
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-11
Engine block heater ..................................... 5-99
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-9 Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-25
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-5
Engine serial number ..................................... 9-9
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-12
Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem .......................................... 5-12
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-29
Entry/exit function Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-28
EV mode odometer and twin trip odometer ....... 2-28
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-20
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-9
Fail-safe ............................................................ 5-15
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-20
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) .... 2-42
Flat tire ............................................................... 6-2
Flat towing ........................................................ 9-16
Floor mat ............................................................ 7-6
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-16
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2 Engine coolant ............................................... 8-9
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ................................... 8-17
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................ 4-60
Fog light switch ................................................ 2-42
Forest Air
TM....................................................... 4-42
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system ........... 5-80
Front passenger air bag and status light ........... 1-45
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............................................... 5-88
Fuel economy information (display) .............. 4-12
Fuel octane rating .......................................... 9-3
Fuel recommendation ..................................... 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ............................................... 3-21
Fuel-filler door ............................................. 3-21
Gauge ............................................................ 2-8
Fuel economy history ...................... Hybrid System-7
Fuses ................................................................ 8-23
Fusible links ..................................................... 8-24
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-64
10-3
E
ECO drive indicator light ................................... 2-17
ECO mode ......................................................... 5-18
ECO pedal system ............................................. 5-18
EconomyFuel ............................................................. 5-88
Efficient use of your vehicle ............ Hybrid System-8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-29
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-29
Emergency hybrid system shut off ...................... 6-2
Emergency shut-off system ............. Hybrid System-4
Emission control information label .................... 9-10
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-17
Energy flow ............................ Hybrid System-5, 4-11
Energy monitor ................................................. 2-27
Energy monitors .............................. Hybrid System-5
Engine
Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem .......................................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-88
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-11
Engine block heater ..................................... 5-99
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-9 Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-25
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-5
Engine serial number ..................................... 9-9
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-12
Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
TMSystem .......................................... 5-12
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-29
Entry/exit function Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-28
EV mode odometer and twin trip odometer ....... 2-28
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-20
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............... 9-9
Fail-safe ............................................................ 5-15
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-20
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) .... 2-42
Flat tire ............................................................... 6-2
Flat towing ........................................................ 9-16
Floor mat ............................................................ 7-6
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-16
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2 Engine coolant ............................................... 8-9
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ................................... 8-17
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................ 4-60
Fog light switch ................................................ 2-42
Forest Air
TM....................................................... 4-42
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system ........... 5-80
Front passenger air bag and status light ........... 1-45
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............................................... 5-88
Fuel economy information (display) .............. 4-12
Fuel octane rating .......................................... 9-3
Fuel recommendation ..................................... 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ............................................... 3-21
Fuel-filler door ............................................. 3-21
Gauge ............................................................ 2-8
Fuel economy history ...................... Hybrid System-7
Fuses ................................................................ 8-23
Fusible links ..................................................... 8-24
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-64
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10-4
Gas cap ............................................................ 3-21
Gauge .......................................................... 0-9, 2-6Assist charge gauge ....................................... 2-8
Fuel gauge ..................................................... 2-8
Odometer....................................................... 2-6
Speedometer ................................................. 2-6
Tachometer .................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .............................................. 2-27
General maintenance ................................... 8-2, 8-3
Glove box ......................................................... 2-52
H
Hands-free phone system
Bluetooth®(models with
navigation system) ....................................... 4-89
Bluetooth
®(models without
navigation system) ....................................... 4-99
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-42
Head restraints ................................................... 1-4
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front lighting
system (AFS)) ............................................... 2-39
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-28
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-37
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-36
Headrest Adjustable headrests ..................................... 1-8
Heated seats .................................................... 2-44
Heated steering wheel ...................................... 2-43
Heater Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33 Engine block heater ..................................... 5-99
High temperature warning light ......................... 2-12
High voltage cautions ..................... Hybrid System-2
High voltage components .............. Hybrid System-10
Hill start assist system ..................................... 5-97
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...................... 2-64
Hood release .................................................... 3-18
Hook Coat hooks .................................................. 2-54
Horn ................................................................. 2-43
How to enable/disable the BSW system using the
settings menu ................................................... 5-33
How to enable/disable the FCW system using the
setting menu .................................................... 5-84
How to enable/disable the LDP system using
the settingsmenu .............................................. 5-27
How to enable/disable the LDW system using the
settings menu ................................................... 5-24
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning light .................................................... 2-13
Hybrid system over heat warning ...................... 2-24
Hybrid system start operation indicator ............ 2-22
Hybrid vehicle characteristics ........ Hybrid System-11
Hybrid vehicle precautions ............ Hybrid System-10
I
If the vehicle does not start ................................ 6-8
Ignition switch (Push-button) ................................................. 5-9
Automatic transmission models ................... 5-13
Immobilizer system ........................................... 2-33 In-cabin microfilter ............................................ 4-47
Indicator
Dot matrix display ....................................... 2-20
Lights .......................................................... 2-16
Indicator lights ................................................. 2-16
Infiniti Direct Response
Hybrid system ................................. Hybrid System-2
INFINITI Drive mode selector.............................. 5-17
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-33 Engine start ................................................. 2-33
INFINITI voice recognition system .................... 4-113
INFO button ...................................................... 4-10
Inside mirror ..................................................... 3-25
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .................... 9-19
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-41
Instrument panel ......................................... 0-8, 2-5
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator light ... 2-17
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system ................. 5-84
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... 5-45 Preview function .......................................... 5-67
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 battery discharge ....................... 5-11
Intelligent Key ignition indicator ....................... 2-23
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-7
Battery replacement ..................................... 8-26
Key operating range ....................................... 3-8
Key operation .............................................. 3-10
10-4
Gas cap ............................................................ 3-21
Gauge .......................................................... 0-9, 2-6Assist charge gauge ....................................... 2-8
Fuel gauge ..................................................... 2-8
Odometer....................................................... 2-6
Speedometer ................................................. 2-6
Tachometer .................................................... 2-7
Trip computer .............................................. 2-27
General maintenance ................................... 8-2, 8-3
Glove box ......................................................... 2-52
H
Hands-free phone system
Bluetooth®(models with
navigation system) ....................................... 4-89
Bluetooth
®(models without
navigation system) ....................................... 4-99
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-42
Head restraints ................................................... 1-4
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front lighting
system (AFS)) ............................................... 2-39
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-28
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-37
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-36
Headrest Adjustable headrests ..................................... 1-8
Heated seats .................................................... 2-44
Heated steering wheel ...................................... 2-43
Heater Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33 Engine block heater ..................................... 5-99
High temperature warning light ......................... 2-12
High voltage cautions ..................... Hybrid System-2
High voltage components .............. Hybrid System-10
Hill start assist system ..................................... 5-97
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...................... 2-64
Hood release .................................................... 3-18
Hook Coat hooks .................................................. 2-54
Horn ................................................................. 2-43
How to enable/disable the BSW system using the
settings menu ................................................... 5-33
How to enable/disable the FCW system using the
setting menu .................................................... 5-84
How to enable/disable the LDP system using
the settingsmenu .............................................. 5-27
How to enable/disable the LDW system using the
settings menu ................................................... 5-24
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning light .................................................... 2-13
Hybrid system over heat warning ...................... 2-24
Hybrid system start operation indicator ............ 2-22
Hybrid vehicle characteristics ........ Hybrid System-11
Hybrid vehicle precautions ............ Hybrid System-10
I
If the vehicle does not start ................................ 6-8
Ignition switch (Push-button) ................................................. 5-9
Automatic transmission models ................... 5-13
Immobilizer system ........................................... 2-33 In-cabin microfilter ............................................ 4-47
Indicator
Dot matrix display ....................................... 2-20
Lights .......................................................... 2-16
Indicator lights ................................................. 2-16
Infiniti Direct Response
Hybrid system ................................. Hybrid System-2
INFINITI Drive mode selector.............................. 5-17
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .................. 2-33 Engine start ................................................. 2-33
INFINITI voice recognition system .................... 4-113
INFO button ...................................................... 4-10
Inside mirror ..................................................... 3-25
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .................... 9-19
Instrument brightness control ........................... 2-41
Instrument panel ......................................... 0-8, 2-5
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator light ... 2-17
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system ................. 5-84
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... 5-45 Preview function .......................................... 5-67
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 battery discharge ....................... 5-11
Intelligent Key ignition indicator ....................... 2-23
Intelligent Key system ......................................... 3-7
Battery replacement ..................................... 8-26
Key operating range ....................................... 3-8
Key operation .............................................. 3-10