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1-36Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
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1-36Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
LRS0464
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1-36Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
LRS0464
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require that infants and small
children be restrained in an approved child
restraint at all times while the vehicle is
being operated.
The instructions in this section apply to
booster seat installation in the rear seats
or the front passenger seat.
Booster seat installation
CAUTION
Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Automatic
Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when using a
booster seat with the seat belts.
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the
“Child safety ”, “Child restraints ”and
“ Booster seats” sections earlier in this
section before installing a child restraint.
Follow these steps to install a booster seat
in the rear seat or in the front passenger
seat:
SSS0640
1. If you must install a booster seat in the
front seat, move the seat to the rear-
most position.
2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a forward-facing direc-
tion. Always follow the booster seat
manufacturer ’s instructions.
1-36Safety —Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
LRS0464
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces or
territories require that infants and small
children be restrained in an approved child
restraint at all times while the vehicle is
being operated.
The instructions in this section apply to
booster seat installation in the rear seats
or the front passenger seat.
Booster seat installation
CAUTION
Do not use the lap/shoulder belt Automatic
Locking Retractor (ALR) mode when using a
booster seat with the seat belts.
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the
“Child safety ”, “Child restraints ”and
“ Booster seats” sections earlier in this
section before installing a child restraint.
Follow these steps to install a booster seat
in the rear seat or in the front passenger
seat:
SSS0640
1. If you must install a booster seat in the
front seat, move the seat to the rear-
most position.
2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a forward-facing direc-
tion. Always follow the booster seat
manufacturer ’s instructions.
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1-52Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
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1-52Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE
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1-52Safety—Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags and pretensioners are designed to
activate on a one-time-only basis. As a
reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-
plemental air bag warning light will remain
illuminated after inflation has occurred.
Repair and replacement of these systems
should be done only by an INFINITI retailer.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags,
curtain air bags, pretensioners and related
parts should be pointed out to the person
conducting the maintenance. The ignition
switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.
WARNING
. Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated
pretensioner must also be replaced. The
air bag module and pretensioner should
be replaced by an INFINITI retailer. The air bag module and pretensioner system
cannot be repaired.
. The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air
bag and the pretensioner system should
be inspected by an INFINITI retailer if
there is any damage to the front end or
side portion of the vehicle.
. If you need to dispose of the supple-
mental air bag or pretensioner or scrap
the vehicle, contact an INFINITI retailer.
Correct supplemental air bag and seat
belt pretensioner system disposal pro-
cedures are set forth in the appropriate
INFINITI Service Manual. Incorrect dis-
posal procedures could cause personal
injury.
1-52Safety —Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT PROCE-
DURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags and pretensioners are designed to
activate on a one-time-only basis. As a
reminder, unless it is damaged, the sup-
plemental air bag warning light will remain
illuminated after inflation has occurred.
Repair and replacement of these systems
should be done only by an INFINITI retailer.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags,
curtain air bags, pretensioners and related
parts should be pointed out to the person
conducting the maintenance. The ignition
switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or
inside the vehicle.
WARNING
. Once a front air bag, side air bag, or
curtain air bag has inflated, the air bag
module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated
pretensioner must also be replaced. The
air bag module and pretensioner should
be replaced by an INFINITI retailer. The air bag module and pretensioner system
cannot be repaired.
. The front air bag, side air bag, curtain air
bag and the pretensioner system should
be inspected by an INFINITI retailer if
there is any damage to the front end or
side portion of the vehicle.
. If you need to dispose of the supple-
mental air bag or pretensioner or scrap
the vehicle, contact an INFINITI retailer.
Correct supplemental air bag and seat
belt pretensioner system disposal pro-
cedures are set forth in the appropriate
INFINITI Service Manual. Incorrect dis-
posal procedures could cause personal
injury.
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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ................................................................ 2-3
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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ................................................................ 2-3
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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ................................................................ 2-3
Instrument panel ................................................. 2-5
Meters and gauges .............................................. 2-6Speedometer and odometer ............................ 2-6
Tachometer...................................................... 2-7
Assist charge gauge ........................................ 2-8
Fuel gauge ...................................................... 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.... 2-9 Checking bulbs.............................................. 2-10
Warning lights ............................................... 2-10
Indicator lights .............................................. 2-16
Audible reminders ......................................... 2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ........................ 2-20
Operational indicators ................................... 2-22
Maintenance indicators ................................. 2-25
Trip computer ................................................ 2-27
Security systems ............................................... 2-31 Vehicle Security System ................................ 2-31
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .............. 2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................. 2-34
Rain-sensing auto wiper system .................... 2-35
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch................................................. 2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................... 2-36 Xenon headlights .......................................... 2-36 Headlight switch .......................................... 2-37
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-41
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-42
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-42
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) ............. 2-43
Horn ................................................................. 2-43
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................... 2-44
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) .......... 2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) .......... 2-46
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) OFF switch (if
so equipped)..................................................... 2-47
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......... 2-47
Clock................................................................. 2-48 Adjusting the time ....................................... 2-48
Power outlet ..................................................... 2-49
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-49
Front............................................................ 2-49
Rear............................................................. 2-50
Storage ............................................................. 2-50 Cup holders ................................................. 2-50
Sunglasses holder ...................................... 2-51
Glove box .................................................... 2-52
Console box................................................. 2-53
Card holder.................................................. 2-53
Rear pocket ................................................. 2-54
2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit ................................................................ 2-3
Instrument panel ................................................. 2-5
Meters and gauges .............................................. 2-6
Speedometer and odometer ............................ 2-6
Tachometer...................................................... 2-7
Assist charge gauge ........................................ 2-8
Fuel gauge ...................................................... 2-8
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders.... 2-9 Checking bulbs.............................................. 2-10
Warning lights ............................................... 2-10
Indicator lights .............................................. 2-16
Audible reminders ......................................... 2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ........................ 2-20
Operational indicators ................................... 2-22
Maintenance indicators ................................. 2-25
Trip computer ................................................ 2-27
Security systems ............................................... 2-31 Vehicle Security System ................................ 2-31
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .............. 2-33
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................. 2-34
Rain-sensing auto wiper system .................... 2-35
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch................................................. 2-36
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................... 2-36 Xenon headlights .......................................... 2-36 Headlight switch .......................................... 2-37
Turn signal switch........................................ 2-41
Fog light switch ........................................... 2-42
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................... 2-42
Heated steering wheel (if so equipped) ............. 2-43
Horn ................................................................. 2-43
Heated seats (if so equipped) ........................... 2-44
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) .......... 2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) .......... 2-46
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) OFF switch (if
so equipped)..................................................... 2-47
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ......... 2-47
Clock................................................................. 2-48 Adjusting the time ....................................... 2-48
Power outlet ..................................................... 2-49
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........................... 2-49
Front............................................................ 2-49
Rear............................................................. 2-50
Storage ............................................................. 2-50 Cup holders ................................................. 2-50
Sunglasses holder ...................................... 2-51
Glove box .................................................... 2-52
Console box................................................. 2-53
Card holder.................................................. 2-53
Rear pocket ................................................. 2-54
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1. Side ventilator (P.4-33)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-42)
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JVC0141X
1. Side ventilator (P.4-33)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-42)
4. Rea")
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JVC0141X
1. Side ventilator (P.4-33)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-42)
4. Rear window and outside mirrordefroster switch (P.2-36)
5. Center display (P.4-4)/Navigation sys- tem* (if so equipped) 6. Clock (P.2-48)
7. Center multi-function control panel
—Navigation system* (if so
equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting
buttons (P.4-10) —
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem (P.4-89, P.4-99)
— Audio system (P.4-48)
8. Automatic climate control system (P.4-33)/Forest Air
®system* (P.4-33)
9. Center ventilator (P.4-33)
10. Audio system (P.4-48)
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-38)
12. Hood release handle (P.3-18)
13. Fuse box cover (P.8-23)
14. Parking brake —Parking (P.5-17)
15. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-9)
16. Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped) (P.2-45)/Seat heater switch
(if so equipped) (P.2-44)
17. Drive mode select switch (P.5-17)
18. Cigarette lighter and ashtray (P.2-49)
19. Glove box lid release handle (P.2-52)
20. Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-20)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner ’s Manual.
Instruments and controls2-5
INSTRUMENT PANEL
JVC0141X
1. Side ventilator (P.4-33)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.2-42)
4. Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch (P.2-36)
5. Center display (P.4-4)/Navigation sys- tem* (if so equipped) 6. Clock (P.2-48)
7. Center multi-function control panel
—Navigation system* (if so
equipped)
— Vehicle information and setting
buttons (P.4-10) —
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone Sys-
tem (P.4-89, P.4-99)
— Audio system (P.4-48)
8. Automatic climate control system (P.4-33)/Forest Air
®system* (P.4-33)
9. Center ventilator (P.4-33)
10. Audio system (P.4-48)
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-38)
12. Hood release handle (P.3-18)
13. Fuse box cover (P.8-23)
14. Parking brake —Parking (P.5-17)
15. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-9)
16. Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped) (P.2-45)/Seat heater switch
(if so equipped) (P.2-44)
17. Drive mode select switch (P.5-17)
18. Cigarette lighter and ashtray (P.2-49)
19. Glove box lid release handle (P.2-52)
20. Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-20)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Owner ’s Manual.
Instruments and controls2-5
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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JVI0200X
1. Tachometer (P.2-7)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)
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2-6Instruments and controls
JVI0200X
1. Tachometer (P.2-7)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)
3. Speedometer (P.2")
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2-6Instruments and controls
JVI0200X
1. Tachometer (P.2-7)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)
3. Speedometer (P.2-6)
4. Assist charge gauge (P.2-8)
5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P.2-8)
*: The needle indicators in the speed-
ometer, tachometer, assist charge gauge
and fuel gauge may move slightly after the
ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK
position. This is not a malfunction.
SIC4318
Speedometer
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed
in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per
hour (km/h).
METERS AND GAUGES
2-6Instruments and controls
JVI0200X
1. Tachometer (P.2-7)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-9)
3. Speedometer (P.2-6)
4. Assist charge gauge (P.2-8)
5. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-20) 6. Fuel gauge (P.2-8)
*: The needle indicators in the speed-
ometer, tachometer, assist charge gauge
and fuel gauge may move slightly after the
ignition switch is pushed to the LOCK
position. This is not a malfunction.
SIC4318
Speedometer
SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed
in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per
hour (km/h).
METERS AND GAUGES
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12-volt battery charge warning lightMaster warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
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12-volt battery charge warning lightMaster warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light (green)*
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightPreview Function warning light (orange)*Low beam indicator light
Seat belt warning light and chimeMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system warning light
(orange)*Supplemental air bag warning lightREADY to drive indicator light
Brake system warning light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
lightSecurity indicator light
Brake warning light (red)
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) off
indicator light*Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) OFF indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light
Direct Response HybridTMSystem warn-
ing lightAutomatic transmission (AT) position
indicator light *: if so equipped
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light (orange)*Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON indica-
tor light (green)*
Engine oil pressure warning lightECO drive indicator light
High temperature warning lightEV indicator light
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)*Front passenger air bag status light
Lane departure warning light (orange)*High beam indicator light
Low tire pressure warning lightIntelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light*
Instruments and controls2-9
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
12-volt battery charge warning lightMaster warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light (green)*
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightPreview Function warning light (orange)*Low beam indicator light
Seat belt warning light and chimeMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system warning light
(orange)*Supplemental air bag warning lightREADY to drive indicator light
Brake system warning light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
lightSecurity indicator light
Brake warning light (red)
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) off
indicator light*Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) OFF indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
indicator light
Direct Response HybridTMSystem warn-
ing lightAutomatic transmission (AT) position
indicator light *: if so equipped
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light (orange)*Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON indica-
tor light (green)*
Engine oil pressure warning lightECO drive indicator light
High temperature warning lightEV indicator light
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)*Front passenger air bag status light
Lane departure warning light (orange)*High beam indicator light
Low tire pressure warning lightIntelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light*
Instruments and controls2-9
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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2-10Instruments and controls
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CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
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2-10Instruments and controls
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and push the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid
TMSystem. The
following lights will come on (if so
equipped):
,or,,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
,,or,,,,,
,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix liquid crystal
display between the speedometer and
tachometer. (See “Dot matrix liquid crystal
display ”later in this section.)
WARNING LIGHTS
12-volt battery charge warning
light
If the light comes on when the ignition
switch is in the ON position, it may indicate
the charging system is not functioning
properly. See an INFINITI retailer immedi-
ately.
CAUTION
The charging system may not be functioning
properly if the 12-volt battery charge warn-
ing light comes on while the hybrid system
is running. The hybrid system will stop
operating when the 12-volt battery becomes
discharged. Immediately stop the vehicle in
a safe place and contact your INFINITI
retailer.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional. If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the hybrid system is running, or while
driving, it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning properly. Have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally, but without anti-
lock assistance. (See
“Brake system ”in the
“ 5. Starting and driving ”section.)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) sys-
tem warning light (orange; if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the indicator light will first
illuminate in orange and turn green before
turning off. This indicates that the Blind
Spot Warning (BSW) and Blind Spot Inter-
vention (BSI) systems are operational.
If the light comes on in orange and remains
on, it may indicate that the BSW and BSI
systems are not functioning properly.
Although the vehicle is still driveable, have
the systems checked by an INFINITI retailer.
See “Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/
Blind Spot Intervention
TM(BSI) system” in
the “5. Starting and driving ”section.
2-10Instruments and controls
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and push the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid
TMSystem. The
following lights will come on (if so
equipped):
,or,,,,,,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
,,or,,,,,
,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open
circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix liquid crystal
display between the speedometer and
tachometer. (See “Dot matrix liquid crystal
display ”later in this section.)
WARNING LIGHTS
12-volt battery charge warning
light
If the light comes on when the ignition
switch is in the ON position, it may indicate
the charging system is not functioning
properly. See an INFINITI retailer immedi-
ately.
CAUTION
The charging system may not be functioning
properly if the 12-volt battery charge warn-
ing light comes on while the hybrid system
is running. The hybrid system will stop
operating when the 12-volt battery becomes
discharged. Immediately stop the vehicle in
a safe place and contact your INFINITI
retailer.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional. If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the hybrid system is running, or while
driving, it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning properly. Have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally, but without anti-
lock assistance. (See
“Brake system ”in the
“ 5. Starting and driving ”section.)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) sys-
tem warning light (orange; if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the indicator light will first
illuminate in orange and turn green before
turning off. This indicates that the Blind
Spot Warning (BSW) and Blind Spot Inter-
vention (BSI) systems are operational.
If the light comes on in orange and remains
on, it may indicate that the BSW and BSI
systems are not functioning properly.
Although the vehicle is still driveable, have
the systems checked by an INFINITI retailer.
See “Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/
Blind Spot Intervention
TM(BSI) system” in
the “5. Starting and driving ”section.
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Brake system warning light
(yellow)
This light will illuminate after the hybrid
system is started and then turns off after a
few seconds.
WARNING
If both the brake system warning light
(yellow) and the brake warning light (red)
illuminate when the parking brake is re-
leased and the hybrid system is on, do not
drive the vehicle. More brake pedal effort
than normal will be required and there will
be a significant reduction in brake perfor-
mance, which could result in an accident.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
location and contact an INFINITI retailer.
If the brake system warning light (yellow)
illuminates when the ignition switch is in
the ON position, it may indicate a malfunc-
tion in the brake system or one of the
following other functions.
. Regenerative brake system
. Hill start assist system
. Rise-up and build-up function See an INFINITI retailer for an inspection as
soon as possible.
A chime sounds if a malfunction occurs in
the brake system power supply.
orBrake warning light
(red)
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on with the
parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake
fluid is low, add fluid and have the
system checked by your INFINITI retai-
ler. (See “Brake fluid ”in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself ”sec-
tion.)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an
INFINITI retailer. Brake system malfunction warning:
If the brake warning light (red) and the
following warning light illuminate at the
same time when the parking brake is
released and the brake fluid level is
sufficient, there may be a malfunction in
the brake system.
.
Brake system warning light (yellow)
WARNING
If both the brake system warning light
(yellow) and the brake warning light (red)
illuminate when the parking brake is re-
leased and the hybrid system is on, do not
drive the vehicle. More brake pedal effort
than normal will be required and there will
be a significant reduction in brake perfor-
mance, which could result in an accident.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
location and contact an INFINITI retailer.
A chime sounds if a malfunction occurs in
the brake system power supply.
.Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
— Avoid driving at high speed and
sudden braking, and see an INFINITI
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Brake system warning light
(yellow)
This light will illuminate after the hybrid
system is started and then turns off after a
few seconds.
WARNING
If both the brake system warning light
(yellow) and the brake warning light (red)
illuminate when the parking brake is re-
leased and the hybrid system is on, do not
drive the vehicle. More brake pedal effort
than normal will be required and there will
be a significant reduction in brake perfor-
mance, which could result in an accident.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
location and contact an INFINITI retailer.
If the brake system warning light (yellow)
illuminates when the ignition switch is in
the ON position, it may indicate a malfunc-
tion in the brake system or one of the
following other functions.
. Regenerative brake system
. Hill start assist system
. Rise-up and build-up function See an INFINITI retailer for an inspection as
soon as possible.
A chime sounds if a malfunction occurs in
the brake system power supply.
orBrake warning light
(red)
This light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning:
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on with the
parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle
and perform the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake
fluid is low, add fluid and have the
system checked by your INFINITI retai-
ler. (See “Brake fluid ”in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself ”sec-
tion.)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an
INFINITI retailer. Brake system malfunction warning:
If the brake warning light (red) and the
following warning light illuminate at the
same time when the parking brake is
released and the brake fluid level is
sufficient, there may be a malfunction in
the brake system.
.
Brake system warning light (yellow)
WARNING
If both the brake system warning light
(yellow) and the brake warning light (red)
illuminate when the parking brake is re-
leased and the hybrid system is on, do not
drive the vehicle. More brake pedal effort
than normal will be required and there will
be a significant reduction in brake perfor-
mance, which could result in an accident.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
location and contact an INFINITI retailer.
A chime sounds if a malfunction occurs in
the brake system power supply.
.Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light
— Avoid driving at high speed and
sudden braking, and see an INFINITI
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vehicle. Thelight should turn off
after a few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission con-
trol system.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the emission control system checked and
repaired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy, and
possible damage to the emission control
system.
READY to drive indicator light
The READY to drive indicator light illumi-
nates when the hybrid system is powered
and the vehicle may be driven.
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch is
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This
function indicates the security system
equipped on the vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning,
this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position. For additional
information, see “Security systems ”later
in this section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal
switch lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light
The light comes on when the vehicle
dynamic control off switch is pushed to
OFF. This indicates that the vehicle dynamic
control system and traction control system
are not operating.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime
A chime will sound if the driver side door is
opened while the ignition switch is pushed
to the ACC position. Make sure the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position, and
take the Intelligent Key with you when
leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound when the driver side
door is opened with the light switch in the
orposition and the ignition switch
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
Turn the light switch off when you leave the
vehicle.
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vehicle. Thelight should turn off
after a few driving trips. If the
light
does not turn off after a few driving
trips, have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.
. Malfunction indicator light blinking —
An engine misfire has been detected
which may damage the emission con-
trol system.
To reduce or avoid emission control
system damage:
1) Do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h).
2) Avoid hard acceleration or decelera- tion.
3) Avoid steep uphill grades.
4) If possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed.
The malfunction indicator light may
stop blinking and remain on.
Have the vehicle inspected by an
INFINITI retailer. You do not need to
have your vehicle towed to the retailer.CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the emission control system checked and
repaired as necessary could lead to poor
driveability, reduced fuel economy, and
possible damage to the emission control
system.
READY to drive indicator light
The READY to drive indicator light illumi-
nates when the hybrid system is powered
and the vehicle may be driven.
Security indicator light
The light blinks when the ignition switch is
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position. This
function indicates the security system
equipped on the vehicle is operational.
If the security system is malfunctioning,
this light will remain on while the ignition
switch is in the ON position. For additional
information, see “Security systems ”later
in this section.
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The light flashes when the turn signal
switch lever or hazard switch is turned on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light
The light comes on when the vehicle
dynamic control off switch is pushed to
OFF. This indicates that the vehicle dynamic
control system and traction control system
are not operating.
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Key reminder chime
A chime will sound if the driver side door is
opened while the ignition switch is pushed
to the ACC position. Make sure the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position, and
take the Intelligent Key with you when
leaving the vehicle.
Light reminder chime
A chime will sound when the driver side
door is opened with the light switch in the
orposition and the ignition switch
in the ACC, OFF or LOCK position.
Turn the light switch off when you leave the
vehicle.
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OPERATIONAL INDICATORS
1. Hybrid system start operation
indicator
This indicator appears when the selector
lever is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the hybrid
system will start by pushing the ignition
switch with the brake pedal depressed. You
can start the hybrid system directly from
any ignition switch position.
2. Steering lock release malfunc-
tion indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator appears when the steering
wheel cannot be released from the LOCK
position.
If this indicator appears, push the push-
button ignition switch while lightly turning
the steering wheel right and left.
3. NO KEY warning
This warning appears in either of the
following conditions.
No key inside the vehicle:
The warning appears when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that theIntelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
Unregistered Intelligent Key:
The warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed from the LOCK position
and the Intelligent Key cannot be recog-
nized by the system. You cannot start the
hybrid system with an unregistered key.
Use the registered Intelligent Key.
See
“Intelligent Key system” in the“3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustments ”section
for more details.
4. SHIFT “P ” warning
This will be displayed in the following
conditions.
. When the selector lever is in any
position except P (Park) and the push
button ignition switch has been placed
in the OFF position from the ON
position.
. When the selector lever is operated
while the READY to drive indicator light
is flashing.
. The driver ’s door is opened with the
shift selector in “N ”, “D ” or “R ”.
. Whenthevehiclecannotbedriven
because the hybrid system temperature
has become too high. .
The Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery drops
because the selector lever is in the “N ”
position.
. When the engine stops due to sudden
deceleration on a cold winter day.
. If a malfunction occurs in a situation
other than those described above and
the engine cannot start automatically.
When this warning appears, place the
selector lever in the P (Park) position.
When the Shift “P ” warning appears, a
buzzer will sound.
This will turn off in the following condi-
tions.
. When the selector lever has been
placed in the P (Park) position.
. When the push button ignition switch
has been pushed to ON.
5. “PUSH ”warning
This warning appears when the selector
lever is moved to the P (Park) position with
the ignition switch in the ACC position after
the SHIFT “P ” warning appears.
To push the ignition switch to the OFF
position, perform the following procedure:
. SHIFT “P”warning ?(Move the selec-
tor lever to “P ”) ? PUSH warning ?
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OPERATIONAL INDICATORS
1. Hybrid system start operation
indicator
This indicator appears when the selector
lever is in the P (Park) position.
This indicator means that the hybrid
system will start by pushing the ignition
switch with the brake pedal depressed. You
can start the hybrid system directly from
any ignition switch position.
2. Steering lock release malfunc-
tion indicator (if so equipped)
This indicator appears when the steering
wheel cannot be released from the LOCK
position.
If this indicator appears, push the push-
button ignition switch while lightly turning
the steering wheel right and left.
3. NO KEY warning
This warning appears in either of the
following conditions.
No key inside the vehicle:
The warning appears when the door is
closed with the Intelligent Key left outside
the vehicle and the ignition switch in the
ACC or ON position. Make sure that the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle.
Unregistered Intelligent Key:
The warning appears when the ignition
switch is pushed from the LOCK position
and the Intelligent Key cannot be recog-
nized by the system. You cannot start the
hybrid system with an unregistered key.
Use the registered Intelligent Key.
See
“Intelligent Key system” in the“3. Pre-
driving checks and adjustments ”section
for more details.
4. SHIFT “P ” warning
This will be displayed in the following
conditions.
. When the selector lever is in any
position except P (Park) and the push
button ignition switch has been placed
in the OFF position from the ON
position.
. When the selector lever is operated
while the READY to drive indicator light
is flashing.
. The driver ’s door is opened with the
shift selector in “N ”, “D ” or “R ”.
. Whenthevehiclecannotbedriven
because the hybrid system temperature
has become too high. .
The Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery drops
because the selector lever is in the “N ”
position.
. When the engine stops due to sudden
deceleration on a cold winter day.
. If a malfunction occurs in a situation
other than those described above and
the engine cannot start automatically.
When this warning appears, place the
selector lever in the P (Park) position.
When the Shift “P ” warning appears, a
buzzer will sound.
This will turn off in the following condi-
tions.
. When the selector lever has been
placed in the P (Park) position.
. When the push button ignition switch
has been pushed to ON.
5. “PUSH ”warning
This warning appears when the selector
lever is moved to the P (Park) position with
the ignition switch in the ACC position after
the SHIFT “P ” warning appears.
To push the ignition switch to the OFF
position, perform the following procedure:
. SHIFT “P”warning ?(Move the selec-
tor lever to “P ”) ? PUSH warning ?