engine INFINITI Q70 HYBRID 2014 Quick Reference Guide

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essential information
Hybrid System Warning Light
This light will illuminate when the ignition switch is
in the ON position and will turn off when the hybrid
system is started.
The light will also illuminate when a malfunction



occurs in the electric motor or hybrid system.
w hen this light illuminates while driving, immediately



stop the vehicle in a safe location and c
ontact an INFINITI retailer.
If the hybrid system warning light blinks while driving, it may indicate\
that the Li-ion battery



charge is low and you cannot continue to drive.
For more information, refer to the “Instruments and controls (section 2)” of your Owner’s Manual.
Hybrid Awareness
Your vehicle is virtually silent in the electric mode. If you exit your \
vehicle while it is ON, but the
engine is not running, the engine will automatically start, informing yo\
u that the car
is still ON.
Do not store your INFINITI Intelligent k ey within detection range of the vehicle. This may
cause welcome lights and other functions to activate, creating unwanted \
battery drain.
The hybrid system is designed for optimum efficiency and performance. Ac\
tivation of the
electric mode may vary with driving conditions and driver input. A full \
battery display does

not indicate the vehicle should be in the electric mode.
For more information, refer to the “Hybrid System Overview” section of your Owner’s Manual.
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Infiniti Drive Mode Selector
Turn the switch to the following position to select the
corresponding drive mode:
01 Standard (•) -Used for standard or normal driving.
02 SPOR t - The engine and transmission will adjust,

resulting in higher engine rpm and a more aggressive
shift pattern. In this mode, fuel economy may
be reduced.
03 SNOW – Used on snowy roads or slippery areas. In this mode, engine output\
is controlled to

avoid wheel spin.
04 ECO – Adjusts engine and transmission points to enhance fuel economy.
ECO PEDAL SYSTEM (if so equipped)
w ith the Infiniti Drive Mode Selector switch in the ECO Mode, the ECO pedal system
assists the driver in improving fuel economy.
The ECO pedal system applies force to make the
accelerator pedal heavier, depending on the
accelerator pedal operation.
To change the ECO pedal reaction force:



1. Push the
SE tt ING button on the control panel.



2. Touch the
ECO DRIVE key.



3. Touch the
ECO pedal key and select one of the options below:
•

OFF
- Turns the ECO pedal system off.
•

Soft
- Softens the reaction force.
•

Standard
- Reaction force is normal.
For more information, refer to the “Starting and driving (section 5)” of your Owner’s Manual.
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first drive features
INFINITI Intelligent Key System
It is important to make sure the Intelligent k ey is
withyou (that is, in your pocket or purse).
The INFINITI Intelligent k ey system allows you to
lock or unlock your vehicle, open your trunk and
start the engine.
The operating range of the Intelligent ke y is within
31.5 in (80 cm) from each request switch.
To lock the vehicle, push either door handle request
switch
01 once or press the
button
02 on the key fob.
To unlock the vehicle, perform one of the following procedures:

•
Push
either door handle request switch
01 once;
the corresponding
door will unlock. Push the door handle request switch 01 again

within 1 minute; all other doors will unlock, or
•

Press


the
button
03 on the key fob to unlock the driver’s side

door. Press the
button again; all other doors will unlock.
To open the trunk, press the
button
04 for more than 1 second.

The Intelligent k ey can also be used to activate the panic alarm by pressing and holding
the
button
05 for more than 1 second. Once activated, the panic alarm and headlights

will stay on for a period of time.
INTELLIGENT
k
EY BATTERY DISCHARGE

If the battery of the Intelligent k ey is discharged or
environmental conditions interfere with the Intelligent
k

ey operation, start the engine according to the
following procedure:
1.


Move the shift lever to the
P (P AR k) position.



2.

Firmly apply the foot brake.



3.

Touch the ignition switch with the Intelligent
k ey and a chime will sound.



4.
w ithin 10 seconds after the chime sounds, push the ignition switch while \
depressing the
brake pedal and the engine will start.
For more information, refer to the “Pre-driving checks and adjustments (section 3)”, “Starting a\
nd driving (section 5)” and the
“Maintenance and do-it yourself (section 8)” of your Owner’s Manual.
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