INFINITI Q70 HYBRID 2014 Owner's Manual

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The climate controlled seat warms up or
cools down the front seats by blowing
warm or cool air from the surface of the
seat. The switches located on the center
console can be operated independently of
each other.
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Turn the control knob
*Ato the heat
side
*1or to the cool side*2. The
indicator light
*Bon the control knob
will illuminate.
3. Adjust the temperature using the con- trol knob
*A.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or cooled, and/or before you leave the
vehicle, be sure to turn the control
knob to the OFF position (center). The
indicator light
*Bon the control knob
goes off at the OFF position.
To check the air filter for the climate
controlled seat, contact an INFINITI
retailer.
WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
climate controlled seats if you or the
occupants can not monitor seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
those body parts in contact with the seat.
Use of the climate controlled seats by such
people could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
. The 12-volt battery could run down if the
climate controlled seat is operated while
the hybrid system is not running.
. Do not use the climate controlled seat
for extended periods or when no one is
using the seat. .
Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the
seat may become overheated.
. Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
climate controlled seat.
. Any liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth.
. The climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate climate controlled
seat without an air filter. This may result
in damage to the system.
. When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, thinner, or any similar materi-
als.
. If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not operate,
turn the switch off and have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (if so
equipped)

SIC4335
The warning systems switch is used to turn
on and off the warning systems (Forward
Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) and Blind Spot Warning
(BSW) systems) that are activated using
the settings menu on the center display.
When the warning systems switch is turned
off, the indicator
*1on the switch is off.
The indicator will also be off if all of the
warning systems are deactivated using the
settings menu.
The FCW system will sound a warning
chime and the vehicle ahead detection
indicator light blinks to alert the driver if
the vehicle is traveling close to the vehicle ahead. (See
“Forward Collision Warning
(FCW) system” (P.5-82).)
The LDW system will sound a warning
chime and blink the LDW indicator light
(orange) to alert the driver if the vehicle is
traveling close to either the left or the right
of a traveling lane with detectable lane
markers. (See “Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) system/Lane Departure Prevention
(LDP) system” (P.5-21).)
The BSW system will turn on the BSW/
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) indicator
lights, located next to the outside mirrors,
if the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone. If the turn signal is
activated in the direction of the detected
vehicle, a chime sounds twice and the
BSW/BSI indicator light will flash. (See
“Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system/Blind
Spot Intervention
TM(BSI) system” (P.5-31).)
SIC4337
The vehicle should be driven with the
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system on
for most driving conditions.
The Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system
will sound a warning chime and the vehicle
ahead detection indicator light blinks to
alert the driver when the vehicle is travel-
ing too close to the vehicle ahead. The
system will also apply the brake control if
necessary.
To turn off the system, push the IBA OFF
switch. The
indicator will illuminate.
The IBA system will remain in the last ON
or OFF state it was left in until it is
manually changed by pushing the IBA OFF
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WARNING SYSTEMS SWITCH (if so
equipped) INTELLIGENT BRAKE ASSIST (IBA) OFF
SWITCH (if so equipped)

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switch.
See“Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system”
(P.5-86).
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The vehicle should be driven with the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on
for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
VDC system reduces the output of the
hybrid system to reduce wheel spin. The
speed of hybrid system will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the
floor. If maximum power of the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid
®System is needed
to free a stuck vehicle, turn the VDC system
off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC
OFF switch. The
indicator light will
illuminate. Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart
the hybrid system to turn on the system.
(See
“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem” (P.5-100).)
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC) OFF
SWITCH

SIC4338
If the power supply is disconnected, the
clock will not indicate the correct time.
Readjust the time.
ADJUSTING THE TIME
1. To set the clock forward, push thebutton
*1.
2. To set the clock backward, push the button
*2.
3. To move forward or backward faster, push and hold the button more than 5
seconds.
For details about display clock adjustment
(if so equipped), see “How to use SETTING
button” (P.4-16).
SIC4339
The power outlet is located in the center
console.
CAUTION
.The outlet and plug may be hot during or
immediately after use.
. Do not use with accessories that exceed
a 12 volt, 120W (10A) power draw. Do
not use double adapters or more than
one electrical accessory.
. Use power outlet with the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
®System running to
avoid discharging the vehicle 12-volt battery.
. Avoid using power outlet when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
. This power outlet is not designed for use
with a cigarette lighter unit.
. Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may blow.
. Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,
be sure the electrical accessory being
used is turned OFF.
. When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any liquid to
contact the outlet.
. Do not leave the console box open. The
open lid may suddenly close when the
vehicle stops.
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CLOCK POWER OUTLET

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FRONT
To open the ashtray lid, push the lid down
and release it
*1.
To empty the ashtray, pull out
*2.
The cigarette lighter operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position.
Push the lighter in all the way
*3, then
release it. When the lighter is heated, it will
spring out. Return the lighter to its original
position after use.
CAUTION
. The cigarette lighter socket is a power
source for the cigarette lighter element
only. The use of the cigarette lighter
socket as a power source for any other
accessory is not recommended.
. Do not use any other power outlet for an
accessory lighter.
SIC4341
REAR
To open the ashtray lid, pull*1.
To empty the ashtray, pull
*2.
CIGARETTE LIGHTER AND ASHTRAYS

CUP HOLDERS
CAUTION
.Avoid abrupt starting and braking when
the cup holder is being used to prevent
spilling the drink. If the liquid is hot, it
can scald you or your passenger.
. Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
Hard objects can injure you in an
accident.
SIC4342
Front
To open the cup holder, push the lid
*1.
To remove the inner tray for cleaning, pull
it up as illustrated
*2.
SIC2875
Rear
Open the lid of the rear center armrest to
use the cup holder.
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STORAGE

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SUNGLASSES HOLDER
WARNING
Keep the sunglasses holder closed while
driving to prevent an accident.
To open the sunglasses holder, push*1.
CAUTION
.Do not use for anything other than
glasses. .
Do not leave glasses in the sunglasses
holder while parking in direct sunlight.
The heat may damage the glasses.
SIC4345
GLOVE BOX
WARNING
Keep glove box lid closed while driving to
help prevent injury in an accident or a
sudden stop.
To open the glove box, pull the handle*1.
To close, push the lid in until the lock
latches.
To lock
*2/unlock*3the glove box, use
the mechanical key. For the mechanical key
usage, see “Keys”(P.3-2).

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CONSOLE BOX
To open the console box, push up the knob
*Aand pull up the lid.
To close, push the lid down until latched.
CAUTION
Do not leave the console box open. The open
lid may sudden close when the vehicle
stops.
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Type A
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Type B
CARD HOLDER
The card holder is located on or behind the
driver’s or passenger’s sun visor.
To use the card holder, slide the card in the
card holder.
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SIC4351
REAR POCKET
To open the rear pocket, push the*1button.
SIC3248
COAT HOOKS
The coat hooks are equipped beside the
rear personal lights.
CAUTION
Do not place items which are more than 2 lb
(1 kg) on the hook.
SIC4350
TRUNK HOOKS
WARNING
.Always make sure that the cargo is
properly secured. Use the suitable ropes
and hooks.
. Unsecured cargo can become dangerous
in an accident or sudden stop.

CAUTION
Do not apply a total load of more than 22 lb
(10 kg) to a single hook.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
.Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is
in motion and before closing the win-
dows. Use the window lock switch to
prevent unexpected use of the power
windows.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls and be-
come trapped in the window. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
The power windows operate when the
ignition switch is in the ON position or for
about 45 seconds after the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position. If the
driver’ s or front passenger’ s door is
opened during this period of about 45
seconds, power to the windows is can-
celed.
SIC4352
1. Driver side window
2. Front passenger side window
3. Rear left passenger side window
4. Rear right passenger side window
5. Window lock button
Main power window switch (driver’s
side)
To open or close the window, push down
*Aor pull up*Bthe switch and hold it.
The main switch (driver side switches) will
open or close all the windows.
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WINDOWS