INFINITI Q70 HYBRID 2018 Owners Manual

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16. Steering-wheel-mounted controls(right side)
— Cruise control switches (P.5-64)
— Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
switches (if so equipped) (P.5-66)
— Dynamic driver assistance switch (if
so equipped) (P.5-21, P.5-40, P.5-88)
*: Refer to the Infiniti InTouch Owner’s Manual.

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1. Side ventilator (P.4-32)
2. Meters and gauges (P.2-6)
3. Hazard warning flasher switch (P.6-2)
4. Rear window and outside mirrordefroster switch (P.2-37)
5. Center display* — Navigation system* (if so equipped)
— Around View®Monitor (if so
equipped) (P.4-10)
— RearView Monitor (if so equipped)
(P.4-3)
6. Clock (P.2-48) 7. Center multi-function control panel*
8. Automatic climate control system
(P.4-32)
9. Center ventilator (P.4-32)
10. Audio system*
11. Front passenger supplemental air bag (P.1-37)
12. Hood release handle (P.3-17)
13. Fuse box cover (P.8-19)
14. Parking brake — Parking (P.5-18)
15. Push-button ignition switch (P.5-9)
16. Front passenger air bag status light (P.1-45)
17. Climate controlled seat switch (if so equipped) (P.2-45)/Seat heater switch
(if so equipped) (P.2-44)
18. INFINITI Drive Mode Selector (P.5-19)
19. Storage box (P.2-52) — Power outlet (P.2-48)
20. Glove box lid release handle (P.2-51)
21. Trunk release power cancel switch (P.3-20)
*: Refer to the Infiniti InTouch Owner’s Manual.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Tachometer (P.2-8)
2. Warning and indicator lights (P.2-10)
3. Speedometer (P.2-7)
4. Assist charge gauge (P.2-8)
5. Vehicle information display/Od-ometer/twin trip odometer (P.2-21) 6. Fuel gauge (P.2-8)
*: The needle indicators in the speedometer,
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.
CAUTION
. For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dam-
pened with water. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or cause discoloration to the
lens.
. Do not spray any liquid such as water
on the meter lens. Spraying liquid
may cause the system to malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES

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Speedometer
SPEEDOMETER AND OD-
OMETER
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in
miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per
hour (km/h).
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Odometer/twin trip odometer
Odometer/twin trip odometer
The odometerand twin trip odometerare displayed on the vehicle information
display when the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
The odometer records the total distance the
vehicle has been driven.
The twin trip odometer records the distance
of individual trips.Changing the display:
Pushing the TRIP RESET switch
on the
right of the combination meter panel
changes the display as follows:
TRIP A ?TRIP B ?TRIP A
Resetting the trip odometer:
Pushing the TRIP RESET switch
for more
than 1 second resets the trip odometer to
zero.
Average fuel economy and distance to
empty information is also available. (See
“Vehicle information display” (P.2-21).)
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TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM).Do not rev
the engine into the red zone
.
The scale length and the red zone vary with
the engine model.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce
engine speed. Operating the engine in
the red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
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ASSIST CHARGE GAUGE
The gauge indicates the condition of the
electric motor.
When the needle is between the center and
the PWR
side, this indicates that the
electric motor is powering the drive wheels
and the Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery is dis-
charging.
When the needle is between the center and
CHG
side, this indicates that the electric
motor is generating power to recharge the
Li-ion battery.
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FUEL GAUGE
The gauge indicates the approximatefuel
level in the tank.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, acceleration, or going up or down
hills.
The gauge needle returns to “0” (Empty)
after the ignition switch is pushed to the
OFF position.
Refill the fuel tank before the gauge
registers “0” (Empty).
The low fuel warning
appears on the
vehicle information display when the fuel
level is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the gauge

reaches “0”. There will be a small reserve of
fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge needle
reaches “0”.
The
indicates that the fuel-filler door is
located on the right side of the vehicle.
CAUTION
. When the fuel gauge reads “0”, put a
minimum of 4 US gallons (15 liters) of
gasoline in the fuel tank. If there is
less than 4 US gallons (15 liters) in
the tunk, the hybrid system may not
start.
. If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the
malfunction indicator light (MIL) may
come on. Refuel as soon as possible.
After a few driving trips, the
light should turn off. If the light
remains on after a few driving trips,
have the vehicle inspected. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
— For additional information, see “Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)” (P.2-19).
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12-volt battery charge warning lightLane Departure Warning (LDW) indicator
light (orange) (if so equipped)High beam indicator light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
lightLow tire pressure warning lightLane Departure Prevention (LDP) ON
indicator light (green) (if so equipped)
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Automatic transmission check warning
lightSeat belt warning light and chimeREADY to drive indicator light
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot
Intervention (BSI) system warning light
(orange) (if so equipped)Supplemental air bag warning lightSecurity indicator light
Brake system warning light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning
lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Brake warning light (red)
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) off
indicator light (if so equipped)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indi-
cator light
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) OFF indicator light
Direct Response Hybrid®System warning
lightAutomatic transmission (AT) position in-
dicator light
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light (orange) (if so equipped)Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON indicator
light (green) (if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning lightECO drive indicator light
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) sys-
tem warning light (if so equipped)EV indicator light
High temperature warning lightExterior light indicator
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering)
warning lightFront fog light indicator light
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange) (if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS

CHECKING LIGHTS
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake, fasten the seat belts and place the
ignition switch in the ON position without
starting the INFINITI Direct Response Hy-
brid
®System. The following lights (if so
equipped) will come on:
,or(red),,,,,,
The following lights (if so equipped) come on
briefly and then go off:
,,or,,,,,,,,,(yellow)
If any light does not come on or operates in a
way other than described, it may indicate a
burned-out bulb and/or a system malfunc-
tion. It is recommended you have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the vehicle information display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See “Vehicle information display” (P.2-21).)
WARNING LIGHTS
12-volt battery charge warn-
ing 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. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
CAUTION
The charging system may not be func-
tioning properly if the 12-volt battery
charge warning 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 it is recommended you 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. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
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” (P.5-120).)
Automatic transmission check
warning light
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the light comes on for 2
seconds. If the light comes on at any other
time, it may indicate the transmission is not
functioning properly. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer to check and repair
the transmission.
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/
Blind Spot Intervention®(BSI) sys-
tem warning light (orange; if so
equipped)
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the indicator light will first illumi-
nate in orange and turn green before turning
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off. This indicates that the Blind Spot
Warning (BSW) and Blind Spot Interven-
tion
®(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. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service. See
“Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” (P.5-31) and
“Blind Spot Intervention
®(BSI)” (P.5-40).
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 released 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 performance, which could result
in an accident. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe location and it is recommended you 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 malfunction in
the brake system or one of the following
other functions.
. Regenerative brake system
. Hill start assist system
. Rise-up and build-up function
It is recommended you 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. It is recommended you have this
service performed by an INFINITI retai-
ler. (See “Brake fluid” (P.8-12).)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked. It is recom-
mended you have this service performed
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 re-
leased 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 released 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 performance, which could result

in an accident. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe location and it is
recommended you 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 sud-
den braking, and see an INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible for an
inspection.
WARNING
.Your brake system may not be work-
ing properly if the brake warning
light (red) is on. Driving could be
dangerous. If you judge it to be safe,
drive carefully to the nearest service
station for repairs. Otherwise, have
your vehicle towed because driving it
could be dangerous.
. Pressing the brake pedal with the
hybrid system stopped and/or low
brake fluid level may increase your
stopping distance and braking will
require greater pedal effort as well as
pedal travel. .
If the brake fluid level is below the
minimum or MIN mark on the brake
fluid reservoir, do not drive until the
brake system has been checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
Direct Response Hybrid®Sys-
tem warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Direct Response Hybrid®Sys-
tem (hybrid system) warning light illumi-
nates. After starting the hybrid system, the
hybrid system warning light turns off.
If the hybrid system warning light illuminates
while driving, it may indicate that there is a
malfunction in the electric motor and/or
other hybrid system components.
Stop your vehicle immediately and it is
recommended that you contact your
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.
Do not allow the vehicle to coast when the
Li-ion battery is low or when the hybrid
system warning light blinks while driving.
The engine will not automatically start to charge the Li-ion battery while the vehicle is
coasting.
Distance Control Assist (DCA)
system warning light (orange; if so
equipped)
This light comes on if there is a malfunction
in the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system.
If the warning light illuminates, park the
vehicle in a safe place. Stop the hybrid
system, restart the hybrid system, resume
driving and turn on the DCA system again.
If it is not possible to turn on the system or
the warning light stays on, it may indicate
that the system is malfunctioning. Although
the vehicle is still driveable under normal
conditions, have the vehicle checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop
the engine immediately and it is recom-
mended that you call an INFINITI retailer or
other authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
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