check engine light INFINITI M-HEV 2012 User Guide

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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
leverintheP(Park)positionwithout
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). 12-volt battery*:
Check the fluid level in
each cell. It should be between the MAX
and MIN lines. Vehicles operated in high
temperatures or under severe condition
require frequent checks of the battery fluid
level.
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
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the hybrid system. Wait more
than 15 minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected by an INFINITI retailer. (See
“ Precautions when starting and driving ”
in the “5. Starting and driving ”section for
exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
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
leverintheP(Park)positionwithout
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). 12-volt battery*:
Check the fluid level in
each cell. It should be between the MAX
and MIN lines. Vehicles operated in high
temperatures or under severe condition
require frequent checks of the battery fluid
level.
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
parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the hybrid system. Wait more
than 15 minutes for the oil to drain back
into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected by an INFINITI retailer. (See
“ Precautions when starting and driving ”
in the “5. Starting and driving ”section for
exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for

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8-14Maintenance and do-it-yourself
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter
*2with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning
it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine
damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m) 8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with
a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and install the oil filler cap securely.
CAUTION
The dipstick must be inserted in place to
prevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole
while filling the engine with oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ”in the “9. Technical
and consumer information ”section for
drain and refill capacity. The drain and
refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. 11. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Install the engine undercover intoposition as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic
clip out.
b. Hold the engine undercover into position.
c. Insert the clip through the under- cover into the hole in the frame, then
push the center of the clip in to lock
the clip in place.
d. Install the other bolts that hold the undercover in place. Be careful not
to strip the bolts or over-tighten
them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
WARNING
. Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.
8-14Maintenance and do-it-yourself
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter
*2with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning
it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine
damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m) 8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with
a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and install the oil filler cap securely.
CAUTION
The dipstick must be inserted in place to
prevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole
while filling the engine with oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ”in the “9. Technical
and consumer information ”section for
drain and refill capacity. The drain and
refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required. 11. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Install the engine undercover intoposition as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic
clip out.
b. Hold the engine undercover into position.
c. Insert the clip through the under- cover into the hole in the frame, then
push the center of the clip in to lock
the clip in place.
d. Install the other bolts that hold the undercover in place. Be careful not
to strip the bolts or over-tighten
them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
WARNING
. Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.

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occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is
normal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed.For additional information,
see the maintenance log section of your
“ INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide ”
for maintenance intervals.
JVM0055X
JVM0056X
ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR TRUNK
ROOM
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on the
fuse box cover. This could damage the
electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not
operate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the
headlight switch is turned to OFF.
2. Open the engine hood or trunk lid and to access the cover on the fuse/fusible
link holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-23
FUSES
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is
normal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system.
Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed. For additional information,
see the maintenance log section of your
“ INFINITI Service and Maintenance Guide ”
for maintenance intervals.
JVM0055X
JVM0056X
ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR TRUNK
ROOM
CAUTION
Never use a fuse of a higher or lower
amperage rating than that specified on the
fuse box cover. This could damage the
electrical system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not
operate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is pushed to the OFF or LOCK position and the
headlight switch is turned to OFF.
2. Open the engine hood or trunk lid and to access the cover on the fuse/fusible
link holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-23
FUSES

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9-4Technical and consumer information
corrosion inhibitors, such methanol
blends may cause fuel system damage
and/or vehicle performance problems.
At this time, sufficient data is not
available to ensure that all methanol
blends are suitable for use in INFINITI
vehicles.
If any undesirable driveability problems
such as engine stalling or hard hot starting
are experienced after using oxygenate-
blend fuels, immediately change to a
non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low
blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during
refueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates
can cause paint damage.
E-85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately
85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded
gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-
85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. government
regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified by a small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percentage
for that region.
Aftermarket fuel additives
INFINITI does not recommend the use of
any aftermarket fuel additives (Example:
fuel injector cleaner, octane booster, intake
valve deposit removers, etc.) which are
sold commercially. Many of these additives
intended for gum, varnish or deposit
removal may contain active solvent or
similar ingredients that can be harmful to
the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock.
(Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.)
If severe, this can lead to engine damage.
If you detect a persistent heavy spark
knock even when using gasoline of the
stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed
on level roads, have an INFINITI retailer
correct the condition. Failure to correct the
condition is misuse of the vehicle, for
which INFINITI is not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in
knocking, after-run or overheating. This in
turn may cause excessive fuel consumption
or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are encountered, have
your vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer
or other competent service facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.CAUTION
.
Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-
85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel in a vehicle not
specifically designed for E-85 fuel can
damage fuel system components and is
not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
. E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi-
fied by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for that
region.
9-4Technical and consumer information
corrosion inhibitors, such methanol
blends may cause fuel system damage
and/or vehicle performance problems.
At this time, sufficient data is not
available to ensure that all methanol
blends are suitable for use in INFINITI
vehicles.
If any undesirable driveability problems
such as engine stalling or hard hot starting
are experienced after using oxygenate-
blend fuels, immediately change to a
non-oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low
blend of MTBE.
Take care not to spill gasoline during
refueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates
can cause paint damage.
E-85 fuel
E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately
85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded
gasoline. E-85 can only be used in a
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-
85 fuel in your vehicle. U.S. government
regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing
pumps to be identified by a small, square,
orange and black label with the common
abbreviation or the appropriate percentage
for that region.
Aftermarket fuel additives
INFINITI does not recommend the use of
any aftermarket fuel additives (Example:
fuel injector cleaner, octane booster, intake
valve deposit removers, etc.) which are
sold commercially. Many of these additives
intended for gum, varnish or deposit
removal may contain active solvent or
similar ingredients that can be harmful to
the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips
Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock.
(Spark knock is a metallic rapping noise.)
If severe, this can lead to engine damage.
If you detect a persistent heavy spark
knock even when using gasoline of the
stated octane rating, or if you hear steady
spark knock while holding a steady speed
on level roads, have an INFINITI retailer
correct the condition. Failure to correct the
condition is misuse of the vehicle, for
which INFINITI is not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in
knocking, after-run or overheating. This in
turn may cause excessive fuel consumption
or damage to the engine. If any of the above symptoms are encountered, have
your vehicle checked at an INFINITI retailer
or other competent service facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.CAUTION
.
Your vehicle is not designed to run on E-
85 fuel. Using E-85 fuel in a vehicle not
specifically designed for E-85 fuel can
damage fuel system components and is
not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
. E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi-
fied by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for that
region.

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online at:
https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-
Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP-Index.aspx.
Additional information concerning
motor vehicle safety may be obtained
from Transport Canada’s Road Safety
Information Centre at 1-800-333-
0371 or online at www.tc.gc.ca/road-
safety (English speakers) or www.tc.
gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speak-
ers).
To notify INFINITI of any safety con-
cerns please contact our Consumer
Information Centre toll free at 1-800-
361-4792.Do not attempt to test the vehicle on a
dynamometer (such as the dynamometers
used by some states for emissions test-
ing), or similar equipment. Doing so may
cause damage to the drivetrain or the high
voltage 12-volt battery. Make sure you
inform test facility personnel that your
vehicle is hybrid. Using the wrong test
equipment may result in drivetrain damage
or unexpected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle damage or
pearsonal injury.
Due to legal requirements in some states/
areas, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the “ready condition ”for
an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of
the emission control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition ”
when it is driven through certain driving
patterns. Usually, the “ready condition ”
can be obtained by ordinary usage of the
vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is
repaired or the 12-volt battery is discon-
nected, the vehicle may be reset to a “not
ready condition ”. Before taking the I/M
test, check the vehicle ’s inspection/main-
tenance test readiness condition. Place the
ignition switch in the ON position without starting the engine. If the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) comes on steady for
20 seconds and then blinks for 10
seconds, the I/M test condition is
“not
ready ”. If the MIL does not blink after 20
seconds, the I/M test condition is “ready ”.
Contact an INFINITI retailer to set the
“ ready condition ”or to prepare the vehicle
for testing.
Technical and consumer information9-19
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only)
online at:
https://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-
Sur/7/PCDB-BDPP-Index.aspx.
Additional information concerning
motor vehicle safety may be obtained
from Transport Canada’ s Road Safety
Information Centre at 1-800-333-
0371 or online at www.tc.gc.ca/road-
safety (English speakers) or www.tc.
gc.ca/securiteroutiere (French speak-
ers).
To notify INFINITI of any safety con-
cerns please contact our Consumer
Information Centre toll free at 1-800-
361-4792.Do not attempt to test the vehicle on a
dynamometer (such as the dynamometers
used by some states for emissions test-
ing), or similar equipment. Doing so may
cause damage to the drivetrain or the high
voltage 12-volt battery. Make sure you
inform test facility personnel that your
vehicle is hybrid. Using the wrong test
equipment may result in drivetrain damage
or unexpected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle damage or
pearsonal injury.
Due to legal requirements in some states/
areas, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the “ready condition ”for
an Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of
the emission control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition ”
when it is driven through certain driving
patterns. Usually, the “ready condition ”
can be obtained by ordinary usage of the
vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is
repaired or the 12-volt battery is discon-
nected, the vehicle may be reset to a “not
ready condition ”. Before taking the I/M
test, check the vehicle ’s inspection/main-
tenance test readiness condition. Place the
ignition switch in the ON position without starting the engine. If the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) comes on steady for
20 seconds and then blinks for 10
seconds, the I/M test condition is
“not
ready ”. If the MIL does not blink after 20
seconds, the I/M test condition is “ready ”.
Contact an INFINITI retailer to set the
“ ready condition ”or to prepare the vehicle
for testing.
Technical and consumer information9-19
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST (US only)

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10-2
Brake system ............................................... 5-90
Brake system warning light (yellow) ............. 2-11
Brake warning light (red) ............................. 2-11
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-17
Brake assist ...................................................... 5-91
Break-in schedule ............................................. 5-88
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ................................ 4-10
Instrument panel ......................................... 2-41
BSI system operation ........................................ 5-34
BSW system operation ...................................... 5-31
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement .............................................. 8-28
C
Cabin air filter................................................... 4-47
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-88
Card holder ....................................................... 2-53
Catalytic converter Three way catalyst ......................................... 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-85
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-4
Changing inverter coolant ................................. 8-12
Check tire pressure warning .............................. 2-23
Checking battery fluid level ............................... 8-18
Checking inverter coolant level ......................... 8-12
Child restraints ................................................. 1-20 Booster seats............................................... 1-34
LATCH system .............................................. 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-20 Child safety ...................................................... 1-18
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes
Audible reminders ....................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-49
Circuit breaker
Fusible link .................................................. 8-24
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33
Clock ................................................................ 2-48
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-54
Cockpit ........................................................ 0-6, 2-3
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-98
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-63
Compact spare tire ........................................... 8-41
Console box ...................................................... 2-53
Controller
Center multi-function control panel ................ 4-6
Controls Control panel button ...................................... 4-4
INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-6
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/ lubricants .............................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................... 5-43 Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-64 Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .......... 5-45
Cruise indicator ................................................ 2-24
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-50
Current fuel consumption .................................. 2-28
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-39
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ........................................... 2-36
Dimensions ......................................................... 9-8
Direct Response Hybrid
TMSystem warning
light ................................................................ 2-12
Display cleaning ................................................. 4-8
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ..................................................... 4-4
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system ................ 5-68
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
switch indicator ................................................ 2-24
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light .................................................... 2-12
Distance to empty ............................................. 2-29
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-20
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-28
Driving Cold weather driving .................................... 5-98
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-13
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Driving the vehicle ............................................ 5-13
DVD player operation ........................................ 4-64
10-2
Brake system ............................................... 5-90
Brake system warning light (yellow) ............. 2-11
Brake warning light (red) ............................. 2-11
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-17
Brake assist ...................................................... 5-91
Break-in schedule ............................................. 5-88
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ................................ 4-10
Instrument panel ......................................... 2-41
BSI system operation ........................................ 5-34
BSW system operation ...................................... 5-31
Bulb check/instrument panel ............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement .............................................. 8-28
C
Cabin air filter................................................... 4-47
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-88
Card holder ....................................................... 2-53
Catalytic converter Three way catalyst ......................................... 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-85
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-4
Changing inverter coolant ................................. 8-12
Check tire pressure warning .............................. 2-23
Checking battery fluid level ............................... 8-18
Checking inverter coolant level ......................... 8-12
Child restraints ................................................. 1-20 Booster seats............................................... 1-34
LATCH system .............................................. 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-20 Child safety ...................................................... 1-18
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes
Audible reminders ....................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-49
Circuit breaker
Fusible link .................................................. 8-24
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control
Automatic climate control ............................ 4-33
Clock ................................................................ 2-48
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-54
Cockpit ........................................................ 0-6, 2-3
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-98
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-63
Compact spare tire ........................................... 8-41
Console box ...................................................... 2-53
Controller
Center multi-function control panel ................ 4-6
Controls Control panel button ...................................... 4-4
INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-6
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/ lubricants .............................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................... 5-43 Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-64 Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .......... 5-45
Cruise indicator ................................................ 2-24
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-50
Current fuel consumption .................................. 2-28
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-39
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ........................................... 2-36
Dimensions ......................................................... 9-8
Direct Response Hybrid
TMSystem warning
light ................................................................ 2-12
Display cleaning ................................................. 4-8
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ..................................................... 4-4
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system ................ 5-68
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
switch indicator ................................................ 2-24
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light .................................................... 2-12
Distance to empty ............................................. 2-29
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-20
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-28
Driving Cold weather driving .................................... 5-98
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-13
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Driving the vehicle ............................................ 5-13
DVD player operation ........................................ 4-64

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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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Map lights ........................................................ 2-61
Master warning light ......................................... 2-15
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory function ............................................... 3-30
Memory storageAutomatic drive positioner ........................... 3-29
Meter
Trip computer .............................................. 2-27
Meters and gauges ...................................... 0-9, 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-41
Mirror Inside mirror ................................................ 3-25
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-26
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-27
Monitor Rearview monitor ......................................... 4-26
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-57
Music box hard drive ............................... 4-59, 4-79
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-88
Noise and vibration ...................... Hybrid System-12
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-6
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13 Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-5
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-25
Operation Indicators for operation (dot matrix)............. 2-22
Operation of the hybrid system ....... Hybrid System-4
“ OTHER” indicator ............................................. 2-26
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-29
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-26
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-12
Owner ’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-20
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ............................................. 5-91
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-17
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-89
Parking brake break-in ...................................... 5-91
Personal lights .................................................. 2-62
Phone
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-89
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ............. 4-99
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-88
Power Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4 Power outlet ................................................ 2-49
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Power steering system ................................. 5-90
Power windows ............................................ 2-55
Precautions Audio operation ........................................... 4-48
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-90
Child restraints ............................................ 1-20
Cruise control .............................................. 5-43
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-21
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-38
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Precautions on LDP system ............................... 5-24
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-13
Preview function ............................................... 5-91
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-67
Preview Function warning light.......................... 2-15
Push starting .................................................... 6-11
Push-button ignition switch ....................... 5-9, 5-10
Push-button ignition switch positions ............... 5-11
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Radio ................................................................ 4-48 Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-88
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................... 4-60
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-35
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................... 5-8
10-6
Map lights ........................................................ 2-61
Master warning light ......................................... 2-15
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory function ............................................... 3-30
Memory storage Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-29
Meter
Trip computer .............................................. 2-27
Meters and gauges ...................................... 0-9, 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-41
Mirror Inside mirror ................................................ 3-25
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-26
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-27
Monitor Rearview monitor ......................................... 4-26
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-57
Music box hard drive ............................... 4-59, 4-79
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-88
Noise and vibration ...................... Hybrid System-12
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-6
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7
Oil Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13 Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-5
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-25
Operation Indicators for operation (dot matrix)............. 2-22
Operation of the hybrid system ....... Hybrid System-4
“ OTHER” indicator ............................................. 2-26
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-29
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-26
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-12
Owner ’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-20
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ............................................. 5-91
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-17
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-89
Parking brake break-in ...................................... 5-91
Personal lights .................................................. 2-62
Phone
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-89
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ............. 4-99
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-88
Power Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4 Power outlet ................................................ 2-49
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Power steering system ................................. 5-90
Power windows ............................................ 2-55
Precautions Audio operation ........................................... 4-48
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-90
Child restraints ............................................ 1-20
Cruise control .............................................. 5-43
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-21
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-38
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Precautions on LDP system ............................... 5-24
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-13
Preview function ............................................... 5-91
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-67
Preview Function warning light.......................... 2-15
Push starting .................................................... 6-11
Push-button ignition switch ....................... 5-9, 5-10
Push-button ignition switch positions ............... 5-11
R
Radio ................................................................ 4-48 Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-88
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................................................... 4-60
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................ 2-35
Rapid air pressure loss ....................................... 5-8