warning light INFINITI QX 2011 Manual PDF

LANE DEPARTURE PREVENTION (LDP)
SYSTEM
Precautions on LDP system
WARNING
●The LDP system will not steer the vehicle or
prevent loss of control. It is the driver’s re-
sponsibility to stay alert, drive safely, keep
the vehicle in the traveling lane, and be in
control of vehicle at all times.
● The LDP system is primarily intended for use
on well-developed freeways or highways. It
may not detect the lane markers in certain
roads, weather or driving conditions.
● Using the LDP system under some condi-
tions of road, lane marker or weather, or
when you change lanes without using the
lane change signal could lead to an unex-
pected system operation. In such condi-
tions, you need to correct the vehicle’s direc-
tion with your steering operation to avoid
accidents.
● When the LDP system is operating, avoid
excessive or sudden steering maneuvers.
Otherwise, you could lose control of the
vehicle. ●
The LDP system will not operate at speeds
below approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h) or if
it cannot detect lane markers.
● The LDP system may not function properly
under the following conditions, and do not
use the LDP system:
– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, wind, etc.).
– When driving on slippery roads, such as on ice or snow, etc.
– When driving off-road such as on sand or rock, etc.
– When driving on winding or uneven roads.
– When there is a lane closure due to road repairs.
– When driving in a makeshift lane.
– When driving on roads where the lane width is too narrow.
– When driving without normal tire condi- tions (for example, tire wear, low tire
pressure, installation of spare tire, tire
chains, non-standard wheels).
– When the vehicle is equipped with non- original brake parts or suspension parts.
– When towing a trailer or other vehicle. ●
If the LDP system malfunctions, it will cancel
automatically. The lane departure warning
light (orange) on the instrument panel will
illuminate.
● If the lane departure warning light (orange)
illuminates, pull off the road to a safe loca-
tion and stop the vehicle. Turn the engine off
and restart the engine. If the warning light
(orange) continues to illuminate, have the
LDP system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
● Excessive noise will interfere with the warn-
ing chime sound, and the chime may not be
heard.
The functions of the LDP system (warning and
brake control assist) may or may not operate
properly under the following conditions:
● On roads where there are multiple parallel
lane markers; lane markers that are faded or
not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
markers; non-standard lane markers; or lane
markers covered with water, dirt, snow, etc.
● On roads where discontinued lane markers
are still detectable.
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●On roads where there are sharp curves.
● On roads where there are sharply contrast-
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water,
wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDP system could detect
these items as lane markers.)
● On roads where the traveling lane merges or
separates.
● When the vehicle’s traveling direction does
not align with the lane marker.
● When traveling close to the vehicle in front
of you, which obstructs the lane camera unit
detection range.
● When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera unit.
● When the headlights are not bright due to
dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
● When strong light enters the lane camera
unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
● When a sudden change in brightness occurs.
(For example, when the vehicle enters or
exits a tunnel or under a bridge.) While the LDP system is operating, you may
hear a sound of brake operation. This is normal
and indicates that the LDP system is operating
properly.
LDP system operation
The LDP system provides a lane departure warn-
ing and brake control assistance when the
vehicle is driven at speeds of approximately 45
MPH (70 km/h) and above. When the vehicle
approaches either the left or the right side of
the traveling lane, a warning chime will sound
and the lane departure warning light (orange)
on the instrument panel will blink to alert the
driver. Then, the LDP system will automatically
apply the brakes for a short period of time to
help assist the driver to return the vehicle to the
center of the traveling lane.
LDP ON indicator light (green)/
Warning light (orange)
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The warning and assist functions will stop when
the vehicle returns to a position inside of the
lane marker.The LDP system turns on when the dynamic
driver assistance switch on the steering wheel
is pushed when “Lane Departure Prevention” is
enabled in the settings menu on the center
display. The LDP ON indicator light (green) on
the instrument panel will illuminate.
Dynamic driver assistance switch
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How to enable/disable the LDP system using
the settings menu :
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the LDP system.
1. Push the SETTING1button and highlight
the “Driver Assistance” key on the display
using the INFINITI controller. Then push
the ENTER
2button.
2. Highlight the “Dynamic Assistance Set- tings” key, and push the ENTER
2but-
ton.
3. Highlight the “Lane Departure Preven-tion” key, select ON (enabled) or OFF
(disabled) and push the ENTER
2button.
For the DCA system, see “DISTANCE CONTROL
ASSIST (DCA) SYSTEM” later in this section.
Automatic deactivation
Condition A :
The warning and assist functions of the LDP
system are not designed to work under the
following conditions:
●When you operate the lane change signal
and change the traveling lanes in the direc- tion of the signal. (The LDP system will be
deactivated for approximately 2 seconds af-
ter the lane change signal is turned off.)
● When the vehicle speed lowers to less than
approximately 45 MPH (70 km/h).
After the above conditions have finished and the
necessary operating conditions are satisfied, the
warning and assist functions will resume.
Condition B :
The assist function of the LDP system is not
designed to work under the following condi-
tions (warning is still functional):
● When the brake pedal is depressed.
● When the steering wheel is turned as far as
necessary for the vehicle to change lanes.
● When the accelerator pedal is depressed
while the brake control assist is provided.
● When the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
approach warning occurs.
● When the hazard warning flashers are oper-
ated.
● When driving on a curve at high speed.
After the above conditions have finished and
the necessary operating conditions are satis-
fied, the LDP brake control assist function will
resume.
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Condition C :
Under the following conditions, a beep will
sound and the LDP system will be canceled
automatically. The LDP ON indicator light will
blink in green, and the LDP system cannot be
activated:
●When the VDC system (except TCS function)
or ABS operates.
● When the VDC system is turned off.
● When the SNOW mode switch is turned on.
● When the 4WD shift switch is in the 4H or 4L
position.
Action to take:
When the above conditions no longer exist, turn
off the LDP system by pushing the dynamic
driver assistance switch. Push the dynamic
driver assistance switch again to turn the LDP
system back on.Temporary disabled status at high temperature :
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
high temperature conditions (over approxi-
mately 104°F (40°C)) and then the LDP system is
turned on, the LDP system may be deactivated
automatically. The lane departure warning light
(orange) will blink.
When the interior temperature is reduced, turn
off the LDP system by pushing the dynamic
driver assistance switch. Push the dynamic
driver assistance switch again to turn the LDP
system back on.
Lane camera unit maintenance
The lane camera unit1for the LDW/LDP
system is located inside the map light cover. To
keep the proper operation of the LDW/LDP
systems and prevent a system malfunction, be
sure to observe the following:
● Always keep the windshield clean.
● Do not attach a sticker (including transpar-
ent material) or install an accessory near the
camera unit.
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●Do not place reflective materials, such as
white paper or a mirror, on the instrument
panel. The reflection of sunlight may ad-
versely affect the camera unit’s capability of
detecting the lane markers.
● Do not strike or damage the areas around
the camera unit. Do not touch the camera
lens or remove the screw located on the
camera unit. If the camera unit is damaged
due to an accident, contact an INFINITI re-
tailer. The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system can help
alert the driver of other vehicles in adjacent
lanes when changing lanes.
The BSW system uses radar sensors
1in-
stalled near the rear bumper to detect other
vehicles beside your vehicle in an adjacent
lane.
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The radar sensors can detect vehicles on either
side of your vehicle within the detection zone
shown as illustrated. This detection zone starts
from the outside mirror of your vehicle and
extends approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the
rear bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m)
sideways.
The BSW system operates above approximately
20 MPH (32 km/h). If the radar sensors detect a
vehicle in the detection zone, the BSW indicator
light illuminates. If the driver then activates the
turn signal, a chime will sound twice and the
BSW indicator light will flash.
WARNING
●The BSW system is not a replacement for
proper driving procedure and is not de-
signed to prevent contact with vehicles or
objects. When changing lanes, always use
the side and rear mirrors and turn and look in
the direction you will move to ensure it is
safe to change lanes. Never rely solely on the
BSW system.
● The BSW system may not provide a warning
for vehicles that pass through the detection
zone quickly.
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone, the BSW indicator light next to
the outside mirror will illuminate in the direc-
tion of the detected vehicle. If the turn signal is
then activated, the BSW indicator light flashes
and a chime sounds twice. The indicator light
continues to flash until the detected vehicle
leaves the detection zone.
The BSW indicator lights illuminate for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position.
Detection zone
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The brightness of the BSW indicator lights is
adjusted automatically depending on the
brightness of the ambient light.
A chime sounds if the radar sensors have
already detected vehicles when the driver acti-
vates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes into the
detection zone after the driver activates the turn
signal, then only the BSW indicator light flashes
and no chime sounds. (See “BSW DRIVING
SITUATIONS” later in this section)
Turning on or off the BSW system
(Type A)
The BSW system is automatically turned on
when the engine is started and the warning
systems ON indicator light
1illuminates on
the warning systems switch. You can turn the
BSW system off by pushing the warning sys-
tems switch on the instrumental panel. This
switch will turn on and off the LDW, BSW and
FCW systems at the same time. NOTE:
If you continue to push the warning systems
switch from off to on for over 4 seconds, a chime
will sound. This will change the default status of
the LDW, BSW and FCW systems to OFF so that
these systems will not automatically turn on
when the engine is started. If this procedure is
repeated, the default status will return to ON.
Turning on or off the BSW system
(Type B)
The warning systems switch is used to turn on
and off the BSW system when it is activated
using the settings menu on the center display.
See “How to enable/disable the BSW system
using the settings menu” later in this section.
When the warning systems switch is turned off,
the indicator
1on the switch is off. The
indicator will also be off if the BSW, the Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) and the Forward Col-
lision Warning (FCW) systems are deactivated.
For the LDW and FCW systems, see “LANE
DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)/PREVENTION (LDP)
SYSTEM” earlier in this section and “FORWARD
COLLISION WARNING (FCW) SYSTEM” later in
this section.
Warning systems switch
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How to enable/disable the BSW system using
the settings menu :
Perform the following steps to enable or disable
the BSW system.
1. Push the SETTING1button and highlight
the “Driver Assistance” key on the display
using the INFINITI controller. Then push
the ENTER
2button.
2. Highlight the “Driver Assistance Warn- ings” key, and push the ENTER
2button.
3. Highlight the “Blind Spot Warning” key,select ON (enabled) or OFF (disabled) and
push the ENTER
2button.
BSW system precautions
WARNING
●Do not use the BSW system when towing a
trailer because the system may not function
properly.
● Excessive noise (e.g. audio system volume,
open vehicle window) will interfere with the
chime sound, and it may not be heard.
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Entering from the side
The BSW indicator light illuminates if a vehicle
enters the detection zone from either side.
NOTE:
The radar sensors may not detect a vehicle
which is traveling at about the same speed as
your vehicle when it enters the detection zone.If the driver activates the turn signal, then the
BSW indicator light flashes and a chime will
sound twice.
NOTE:
If the driver activates the turn signal before a
vehicle enters the detection zone, the BSW indi-
cator light will flash but no chime will sound
when another vehicle is detected.
BSW temporarily not available
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When radar blockage is detected, the BSW
system will be turned off automatically, a
beep will sound and the BSW system warn- ing light (orange) will blink. The BSW system
is not available until the condition no longer
exists.
The radar sensors may be blocked by temporary
ambient conditions such as splashing water,
mist or fog. The blocked condition may also be
caused by objects such as ice, frost or dirt
obstructing the radar sensors.
Action to take:
When the above condition no longer exists, the
BSW system will resume automatically.
If the warning light (orange) continues to blink,
have the BSW system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
BSW MALFUNCTION
When the BSW system malfunctions, they will
be turned off automatically, a beep will sound
and the BSW system warning light (orange) will
illuminate.
Action to take:
Stop the vehicle in a safe location, turn the
engine off and restart the engine.
If the warning light (orange) continues to illu-
minate, have the BSW system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
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