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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 in the
Automatic Locking Retractor mode when
using a booster seat with the seat belts.
Refer to all Warnings and Cautions in the “Child
Safety”, “Child Restraint” and “Booster Seats”
sections before installing a child restraint.
Follow these steps to install a booster seat in the
rear seat or in the front passenger seat:
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 front-facing direction. Always
follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in-
structions.
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Front passenger air bag and status light
WARNING
The front passenger air bag is designed to
automatically turn OFF under some con-
ditions. Read this section carefully to
learn how it operates. Proper use of the
seat, seat belt and child restraints is nec-
essary for most effective protection. Fail-
ure to follow all instructions in this
manual concerning the use of seats, seat
belts and child restraints can increase the
risk or severity of injury in an accident.Status light
The front passenger air bag status light
is
located under the climate controls. The light op-
erates as follows:
● Unoccupied passenger’s seat: The
is
OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF
and will not inflate in a crash.
● Passenger’s seat occupied by a small adult,
child or child restraint as outlined in this
section: The
illuminates to indicate
that the front passenger air bag is OFF and
will not inflate in a crash.
● Occupied passenger seat and the passen-
ger meets the conditions outlined in this
section: The light
is OFF to indicate
that the front passenger air bag is opera-
tional.
Front passenger air bag
The front passenger air bag is designed to auto-
matically turn OFF when the vehicle is operated
under some conditions as described below in
accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front
passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a
crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your
vehicle are not part of this system.
The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce
the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants, such
as children, by requiring the air bag to be auto-
matically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used
to meet the requirements.
One sensor used is the occupant classification
sensor (pressure sensor) . It is in the bottom of the
front passenger seat cushion and is designed to
detect an occupant and objects on the seat by
weight. It works together with seat belt sensors
described later. For example, if a child is in the
front passenger seat, the Advanced Air Bag Sys-
tem is designed to turn the passenger air bag
OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a
child restraint of the type specified in the regula-
tions is on the seat, its weight and the child’s
weight can be detected and cause the air bag to
turn OFF. Occupant classification sensor opera-
tion can vary depending on the front passenger
seat belt sensors.
The front passenger seat belt sensors are de-
signed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and the
amount of tension on the seat belt, such as when
it is in the Automatic Locking Retractor mode
(child restraint mode) . Based on the weight on
the seat detected by the occupant classification
sensor and the belt tension detected on the seat
belt, the Advanced Air Bag System determines
whether the front passenger air bag should be
automatically turned OFF as required by the
regulations.
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SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG
WARNING LIGHT
The supplemental air bag warning light,
displaying
in the instrument panel, moni-
tors the circuits of the supplemental front-impact
air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact supple-
mental air bag, roof-mounted curtain side-impact
and rollover supplemental air bag and seat belt
pretensioner systems. The monitored circuits in-
clude the Air bag Control Unit (ACU) , crash zone
sensor, satellite sensors, rollover sensor, occu-
pant classification system, front air bag modules,
side air bag modules, curtain and rollover air bag
modules, pretensioners and all related wiring. When the ignition switch is placed in the ON or
START position, the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light illuminates for about 7 seconds and then
turns off. This means the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the front
air bag, side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag
and pretensioner systems need servicing:
● The supplemental air bag warning light re-
mains on after approximately 7 seconds.
● The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
● The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
Under these conditions, the front air bag, side air
bag, curtain and rollover air bag or pretensioner
systems may not operate properly. They must be
checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to the
nearest INFINITI dealer.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light
is on, it could mean that the front air bag,
side air bag, curtain and rollover air bag
and/or pretensioner systems will not op-
erate in an accident. To help avoid injury
to yourself or others, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI dealer as soon as
possible.
Repair and replacement procedure
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain and
rollover air bags and pretensioners are designed
to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder,
unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag
warning light remains illuminated after inflation
has occurred. Repair and replacement of these
supplemental air bag systems should be done
only by an INFINITI dealer.
When maintenance work is required on the ve-
hicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain and
rollover air bags, pretensioners and related parts
should be pointed out to the person performing
the maintenance. The ignition switch should al-
ways be in the LOCK position when working
under the hood or inside the vehicle.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-3
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-4
Tachometer ....................................2-5
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-5
Fuel gauge . . ..................................2-6
Engine oil pressure gauge .......................2-6
Voltmeter ......................................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .......2-8
Checking bulbs ................................2-8
Warning lights .................................2-8
Indicator lights ................................ 2-13
Audible reminders ............................. 2-15
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-16
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-17
Security systems ................................. 2-20
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-20
INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system ..............2-21
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-22
Switch operation .............................. 2-22
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-23
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .....2-24 Headlight and turn signal switch
....................2-24
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-24
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-25
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-28
Instrument brightness control ...................2-28
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-29
Fog light switch ............................... 2-29
Hazard warning flasher switch .....................2-29
Horn ............................................ 2-30
Heated seats .................................... 2-30
Heated steering wheel ............................ 2-31
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch .........2-32
Rear sonar system off switch (if so equipped) ........2-32
Front sonar system off switch (If so equipped) .......2-33
Tow mode switch ................................. 2-33
Clock ........................................... 2-34
Adjusting
the time............................. 2-34
Power outlet ..................................... 2-34
Storage ......................................... 2-36
Console box .................................. 2-36
Glove box .................................... 2-37
Sunglasses holder ............................. 2-37
Map pockets .................................. 2-38
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17. Power outlet (P. 2-34)
18. Heated seat switch (P. 2-30)
19. Tow mode switch (P. 2-33)
20. Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) OFFswitch (P. 2-32)
21. Shift selector (P. 5-12)
22. Heated steering wheel switch (P.2-31)
23. Clock (P. 2-34)
24. Power outlet (P. 2-34)
25. Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-61)
26. Auxiliary jack (P. 4-39
27. 4WD shift switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-41)
28. Tilt steering wheel control (P. 3-24)
29.. Rear or front and rear sonar system off
switch (P. 5-52)
30. Pedal position adjustment switch
(P. 3-25)
31. Headlight aiming control (P. 2-27)
32. Power vent windows switch (P. 2-50)
33. Lift gate open/close switch (P. 3-18)
*: Refer to the separate Navigation System Own-
er’s Manual.
See the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.1. Warning/indicator lights
2. Tachometer
3. Speedometer
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge
5. Engine oil pressure gauge 6. Odometer/Twin trip odometer, A/T po-
sition indicator, 4WD shift indicator
light (if so equipped)/vehicle information
display
7. Voltmeter
8. Fuel gauge
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orAnti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light4WD warning light (model)High beam indicator light (Blue)
Automatic transmission check warning lightLow fuel warning lightMalfunction indicator light (MIL)
Automatic transmission park warning light
(model)Low tire pressure warning lightSecurity indicator light
orBrake warning lightMaster warning lightSlip indicator light
Charge warning lightSeat belt warning light and chimeTurn signal/hazard indicator lights
Check suspension warning lightSupplemental air bag warning lightVehicle dynamic control off indicator light
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant tem-
perature high warning lightFront passenger air bag status light
CHECKING BULBS
With all doors closed, apply the parking brake
and place the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. 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 fails to come on, it may indicate
a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the
electrical system. Have the system repaired
promptly.
WARNING LIGHTS
For additional information on warnings and indi-
cators, see “Vehicle information display” later in
this section.
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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orAnti-lock BrakingSystem (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 operational.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while the
engine is running, or while driving, it may indicate
the ABS is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI dealer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock func-
tion is turned off. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. See
\bBrake system\b in the\bStarting and driving\b sec-
tion.
Automatic transmission check
warning light
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the light
comes on for about 2 seconds. If the light comes
on at any other time, it may indicate the automatic
transmission system is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked by an INFINITI dealer.
Automatic transmission parkwarning light (
model)
WARNING
● If the ATP light is ON, this indicates that
the automatic transmission P (Park) po-
sition will not function and the transfer
case is in neutral.
● When parking, always make sure that
the 4WD shift indicator light illuminates
and the parking brake is set. Failure to
engage the transfer position in 2WD,
AUTO, 4H or 4LO could result in the
vehicle moving unexpectedly, resulting
in serious personal injury or property
damage. ●
The warning light may come on when
the ignition switch is ON and the shift
selector is placed in the P position
while shifting the transfer case be-
tween 4H and 4LO. Shift the 4WD shift
switch to the 2WD, AUTO, 4H, or 4LO
position again to turn off the ATP warn-
ing light when the warning light comes
on. Before shifting the 4WD switch into
the 4LO position or out of 4LO in the 4H
position, move the shift selector into
the N position. Shift the shift selector
into the P position and make sure that
the 4WD shift indicator light is ON and
the ATP warning light is OFF.
This light indicates that the automatic transmis-
sion parking function is not engaged. If the trans-
fer control is not secured in any drive position
while the shift selector is in the P (Park) position,
the transmission will disengage and the drive
wheels will not lock.
orBrake warning light
This light functions for both the parking brake and
the foot brake systems.
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Malfunction Indicator Light(MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
The Malfunction Indicator Light may also come
on steady if the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
or if the vehicle runs out of fuel. Check to make
sure the fuel-filler cap is installed and closed
tightly, and that the vehicle has at least 3 gallons
(11.4 liters) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds when
the engine is not running, it indicates that the
vehicle is not ready for an emission control sys-
tem inspection/maintenance test. See “Readi-
ness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section of
this manual. Operation
The malfunction indicator light will come on in
one of two ways:
● Malfunction indicator light on steady — An
emission control system malfunction has
been detected. Check the fuel-filler cap. If
the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing, tighten
or install the cap and continue to drive the
vehicle. The
light 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 dealer. You
do not need to have your vehicle towed to
the dealer.
● Malfunction indicator light blinking — An en-
gine misfire has been detected which may
damage the emission control system. To re-
duce or avoid emission control system dam-
age:
– do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h) .
– avoid hard acceleration or deceleration.
– avoid steep uphill grades.
– if possible, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled or towed. The malfunction indicator light may stop blinking
and come on steady. Have the vehicle inspected
by an INFINITI dealer. You do not need to have
your vehicle towed to the dealer.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without hav-
ing the emission control system checked
and repaired as necessary could lead to
poor driveability, reduced fuel economy,
and possible damage to the emission con-
trol system.
Security indicator light
This light blinks whenever the ignition switch is in
the LOCK, OFF or ACC position. This function
indicates the security system equipped on the
vehicle is operational.
For additional information, see “Security sys-
tems” later in this section.
Slip indicator light
This indicator light will blink when the traction
control system is limiting wheel spin. Slippery
road conditions may exist if the slip indicator
blinks on. If this happens, adjust your driving
accordingly.
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VEHICLE INFORMATION DISPLAY
WARNINGS AND INDICATORS
1. Door and liftgate open warning
2. Engine start operation indicator
3. No key warning4. Lock warning
5. Shift P warning
6. Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator
7. 4WD shift indicator (
model)
8. Transfer 4LO position indicator (
model)
9. Automatic transmission position indicator
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10. Cruise main switch indicator (if soequipped)/Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system main switch indicator (if so
equipped)
11. Cruise set switch indicator/Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system set switch in-
dicator
12. Parking brake warning
13. Low fuel warning
14. Lower windshield washer fluid warning
Door and liftgate open warning
This warning illuminates when a door, the liftgate
or the liftgate glass has been opened when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
Engine start operation indicator
This indicator illuminates when the ignition switch
is pushed, but not turned.
No key warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates following two condi-
tions: 1. When the ignition switch is pushed and the Intelligent Key cannot be recognized by the
system. If this warning illuminates, you can-
not start the engine. Check for the following causes and perform
the assigned remedies:
– The battery of the Intelligent Key carried
with you is discharged completely. Re-
place the battery with a new one.
– The Intelligent Key carried with you is not registered to the system. Use the regis-
tered Intelligent Key.
– You do not have an Intelligent Key with you. Carry an Intelligent Key with you.
2. When the door is closed with the Intelligent Key left outside the vehicle and the ignition
switch is in the ACC or ON position. A
chime will also sound.
Lock warning (Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates and a chime sounds if
the ignition switch has been in the ACC or ON
position and then placed in the OFF position.
Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position
and the warning and chime will turn off.
Refer to “Shift P warning” in this section for
additional information.
SHIFT P warning ( Intelligent Key model)
This warning illuminates when the ignition switch
is in the ACC or OFF position and the shift
selector is in any position other than P (Park) position. Also, a chime sounds when the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
If this warning illuminates, move the shift selector
to the P (Park) position or start the engine.
If the shift selector is moved to the P (Park)
position, the lock warning will appear. Refer to
“Lock warning” in this section.
For additional information about Intelligent Key,
see “INFINITI Intelligent Key™” in the “Pre-driving
checks and adjustments” section.
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator
(Intelligent Key model)
This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
with a new one. See “Battery replacement” in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.
4WD shift indicator (
model)
While the engine is running, the 4WD shift indi-
cator will illuminate the position selected by the
4WD shift switch.
The 4WD shift indicator may blink while
shifting from one drive mode to the other.
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