ignition INFINITI QX30 2017 Owner's Guide

MessagePossible causes/consequences and solutions
[Steering Malfunction See
Operator’s Manual]The electric steering lock is malfunctioning.WARNING
The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock.
There is a risk of an accident.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
3. Do not drive on. It is recommended you contact the nearest INFINITI retailer.
The electric steering lock was unable to unlock the steering.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. To unlock the steering, move the steering wheel slightly.
3. Insert the key into the ignition lock again.
[Check Washer Fluid]
The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
Top up the washer fluid (see
Window washer fluidin the8. Do-it-yourself section)
[Wiper Malfunctioning] The windshield wipers are defective. Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Hazard Warning Flashers
Malfunctioning] The hazard warning lights are faulty.
Visit an INFINITI retailer.
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Key
MessagePossible causes/consequences and solutions
[Key Does Not Belong to
Vehicle]You have put the wrong key in the ignition switch.
Use the correct key.
[Obtain a New Key]
The key needs to be replaced.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Replace Key Battery]The key battery is discharged.
Replace the battery (see
Checking the batteryin the8. Do-it-yourself section)
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IMMOBILISER
The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
•To activate with the key: remove the key from
the ignition lock.
•To deactivate:switch on the ignition.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can start
the engine if a valid key has been left inside the
vehicle.
NOTE
The immobiliser is always deactivated when you
start the engine.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation. NOTE
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.
ANTI-THEFT ALARM SYSTEM (IF
EQUIPPED)
To arm:
lock the vehicle with the key or Intelli-
gent key. Indicator lamp
1flashes. The alarm
system is armed after approximately 15 sec-
onds.
To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the key or
intelligent key.
or
Insert the key into the ignition switch.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
•A door.
•The vehicle with the emergency key element.
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SECURITY SYSTEM
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SWITCHING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS
ON/OFF
1Windshield wipers off.
2Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor
set to low sensitivity).
3Intermittent wipe, high (rain sen-
sor set to high sensitivity).
4Continuous wipe, slow.
5Continuous wipe, fast.
ASingle wipe/
wipe the windshield using washer fluid.
The windshield wiper and washer operate when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Turn the combination switch to the desired
position.
Rain sensor (if equipped)
CAUTION
•Do not touch the rain sensor and around it
when the wiper switch is in theorposition and the ignition switch is in
the ON position. The wipers may operate
unexpectedly and cause an injury or may
damage a wiper.
•The rain-sensing auto wipers are intended
for use during rain. If the switch is left in the
orposition, the wipers may
operate unexpectedly when dirt, finger-
prints, oil film or insects are stuck on or
around the sensor. The wipers may also op-
erate when exhaust gas or moisture affect
the rain sensor.
•When the windshield glass is coated with
water repellent, the speed of the rain-
sensing auto wipers may be higher even
though the amount of the rainfall is small.
•Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing auto
wiper system when you use a car wash.
•The rain-sensing auto wipers may not oper-
ate if rain does not hit the rain sensor even if
it is raining.
•Using genuine wiper blades is recom-
mended for proper operation of the rain-
sensing auto wiper system. For additional
information, refer to Wiper bladesin the
8. Do-it-yourself section.
•Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the wind-
shield becomes dirty in dry weather condi-
tions, the windshield wipers may be acti-
vated inadvertently. This could damage the
windshield wiper blades or scratch the
windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windshield wipers in dry weather.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: in the
orposition, the appropriate wiping fre-
quency is automatically set according to the
intensity of the rain. In the
position, the
rain sensor is more sensitive than in the
position, causing the windshield wiper to wipe
more frequently.
If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield will
no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent
you from observing the traffic conditions.
The rain-sensing auto wiper system uses the
rain sensor located on the upper part of the
windshield.
NIC2810Combination switch
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SWITCHING THE REAR WINDOW WIPER
ON/OFF
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure your
vision which may lead to an accident. Warm
the windshield with the defroster before you
wash the windshield.
CAUTION
•Do not operate the washer continuously for
more than 30 seconds.
•Do not operate the washer if the window
washer fluid reservoir is empty.
•Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank
with washer fluid concentrates at full
strength. Some methyl alcohol based
washer fluid concentrates may permanently
stain the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.
•Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with wa-
ter to the manufacturer’s recommended lev-
els before pouring the fluid into the window
washer reservoir tank. Do not use the win-
dow washer reservoir tank to mix the
washer fluid concentrate and water.
1Switch
2Wipes with washer fluid
3Switches on intermittent wiping
4Switches off intermittent wiping
5Wipes with washer fluid
1. Switch the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Turn switch
1on the combination switch to
the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the
symbol appears in the assistance
graphic in the combination meter. Further
information on the assistance graphic (see
Showing the distance display earlier in this
section). The defroster switch
Boperates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position for the rear
window, and (if equipped) for the outside rear
view mirrors.
The defroster is used to reduce the moisture,
fog or frost on the rear window surface and on
the outside mirror surface to improve the rear
view.
When the defroster switch
is pushed, the
indicator light illuminates and the defroster
operates for several minutes. After the preset
time has passed, the defroster will turn off
automatically. To turn off the defroster manu-
ally, push the defroster switch
again, and
the indicator light turns off.
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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE MIRROR
DEFROSTER SWITCH
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CAUTION
•When cleaning the inner side of the rear
window, be careful not to scratch or damage
the rear window defroster.
•When operating the defroster continuously,
be sure to start the engine. Otherwise, it
may cause the battery to discharge.
•When cleaning the inner side of the window,
be careful not to scratch or damage the elec-
trical conductors on the surface of the
window.The windshield de-icer switch (defogger switch)
Aoperates when the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
You can use this function to defrost the wind-
shield or to demist the inside of the windshield
and the side windows
NOTE
You should only select the windshield de-icer
function until the windshield is clear again.
When the switch
is pushed, the indicator
light in the switch illuminates. The climate
control system switches to the following func-
tions:
•High airflow
•High temperature
•Air distribution to the windshield and front
side windows
•Air recirculation mode off
NOTE
The “Windshield demisting” function automati-
cally sets the blower output to the optimum de-
misting effect. As a result, the airflow may in-
crease or decrease automatically after the
button is pressed
NOTE
You can adjust the blower output manually while
the “Windshield demisting” function is in opera-
tion: by adjusting the airflow control for the air-
conditioning or climate control system (see
Heater and air conditioner in the4. Display
screen, heater and air conditioner, and audio
system section).
To deactivate the de-icer:
•Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton turns off. The previous
settings are reactivated. Air-recirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
•Automatic climate control: press the
button. The indicator lamp in the
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WINDSHIELD DE-ICER SWITCH (IF
EQUIPPED)
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button turns off. Airflow and air distribution
are set to automatic mode.
or
•Air-conditioning system or automatic climate
control: adjust the temperature control (see
Heater and air conditionerin the4. Display
screen, heater and air conditioner, and audio
system section).
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
1Left-hand parking lights
2Right-hand parking lights
3Side lights and license plate light-
ing
4 Automatic headlight mode, con-
trolled by the light sensor
5Low beam/high beam headlights
6Rear fog light
7Front fog lights (if equipped)
8Headlight aiming control (halogen head-
lights only)
INFINITI recommends that you consult the local
regulations concerning the use of lights. If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the side lights may still be switched on.
Turn the light switch to
.
The exterior lighting (except the side lights/
parking lights) switches off automatically if you:
•Remove the key from the ignition switch (if
equipped).
•Open the driver’s door with the ignition
switch in the OFF position.
CAUTION
Use the headlights with the engine running to
avoid discharging the vehicle battery.
NIC2619LED headlightsNIC2697Halogen headlights
HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCHES
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Automatic headlight mode
is the preferred light switch setting. The
light setting is automatically selected according
to the brightness of the ambient light (excep-
tion: poor visibility due to weather conditions
such as fog, snow or spray):
•Ignition switch in ACC or ON position: the
side lights are switched on or off automati-
cally depending on the brightness of the
ambient light.
•With the engine running: if you have
switched on the daytime driving lights func-
tion in the vehicle information display, the
side lights and low beam headlights are
switched on or off automatically depending
on the brightness of the ambient light.
To switch on automatic headlight mode: turn the
light switch to .
WARNING
When the light switch is set to , the
low-beam headlights may not be switched on
automatically if there is fog, snow or other
causes of poor visibility due to the weather
conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an
accident
In such situations, turn the light switch to
. The automatic headlight feature is only an aid.
The driver is responsible for the vehicle lighting
at all times.
The daytime driving lights improve the detect-
ability of your vehicle during the day.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is ac-
tive, tail lights on your vehicle are not on. It is
necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights.
Failure to do so could cause an accident injur-
ing yourself and others.
When the side lights and low-beam headlights
are switched on, the green
(side lights)
and(low-beam headlights) indicator
lights in the combination meter light up.
Low-beam headlights
When the ignition is switched on and the light
switch is in theposition, the side lights
and low-beam headlights are switched on even
if the light sensor does not sense dark ambient
light conditions. This is advantageous when
there is fog or rain.
To switch on the low-beam headlights:
•Switch the ignition switch to the ON position,
or start the engine.
•Turn the light switch to. The greenindicator light in the combination me-
ter lights up.
Side lights
NOTE
Always park your vehicle safely and sufficiently
lit according to legal standards. To reduce the
chance of a discharged vehicle battery, avoid the
continuous use of the
sidelights or park-
ing lights for several hours.
To switch on: turn the light switch to
. The
greenindicator light in the combination
meter lights up.
Parking lights
Switching on the parking lights ensures that the
corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated.
To switch on the parking lights:
•The key is not in the ignition switch or the
switch is in the OFF position.
•Turn the light switch to(left-hand side
of the vehicle) or(right-hand side of
the vehicle).
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COMBINATION SWITCH
1Turn signal, right
2Turn signal, left
3High beam headlights
4Headlight flasher
Turn signal
Move the lever up or down to signal the turning
direction. When the turn is completed, the turn
signal cancels automatically.
Lane change signal
Move the lever up or down until the turn signal
begins to flash, but the lever does not latch, to
signal a lane change. Hold the lever until the
lane change is completed. Move the lever up or
down until the turn signal begins to flash, but
the lever does not latch, and release the lever.
The turn signal will automatically flash threetimes. Choose the appropriate method to signal
a lane change based on road and traffic condi-
tions.
High beam headlights
To switch on the high beam headlights:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position or
start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor
.
•Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of arrow
3.
In the position, the high beam head-
lights are only switched on when it is dark
and the engine is running.
The blue
indicator light in the combi-
nation meter lights up when the high beam
headlights are switched on.
To switch off the high beam headlights:
•Move the combination switch back to its
normal position. The blueindicator
light in the combination meter goes out.
NOTE
Vehicles with High beam Assist: when High
beam Assist is active, it controls activation and
deactivation of the high beam headlights (see
 High beam assist (LED headlight only) later in
this section)
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING SYSTEM
(LED HEADLIGHT ONLY) (IF EQUIPPED)
The Adaptive Front Lighting System is a system
that adjusts the headlights automatically to suit
the prevailing driving and weather conditions. It
offers advanced functions for improved illumi-
nation of the road surface, e.g. depending on
the vehicle speed or weather conditions. The
system includes the active light function, cor-
nering light function and freeway mode. The
system is only active when it is dark.
You can activate or deactivate the “Adaptive
Front Lighting System” function using the ve-
hicle information display (see Switching the
Adaptive Front Lighting System on/off earlier in
this section)
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INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL
The light sensor in the combination meter au-
tomatically controls the brightness of the in-
strument panel
In daylight, the displays in the combination
meter are not illuminated
The lighting in the combination meter, displays
and controls in the vehicle interior can be
adjusted using the brightness control knob.
The brightness control knob
1is located be-
hind the steering wheel.
Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or
counterclockwise. If the light switch is set to
orthe brightness is dependent
upon the brightness of the ambient light.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
In conditions where visibility is poor due to fog,
snow or rain, the fog lights improve visibility as
well as making it easier for other road users to
see you. They can be operated together with the
side lights or together with the side lights and
low beam headlights.
To switch on the fog lights:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position or
start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor .
•Press thebutton. The greenindicator light in the combination meter
lights up To switch off the front fog lights:
•press thebutton The greenindica-
tor light in the combination meter turns off.
Only vehicles with front fog lights are equipped
with the “Fog lights” function.
REAR FOG LIGHT
The rear fog light improves the visibility of your
vehicle in heavy fog for the following traffic.
Please observe the country-specific laws on the
use of rear fog lights.
NOTE
The front fog lights must be switched on before
the rear fog light will operate.
To switch on the rear fog light:
•Turn the ignition switch to the ON position or
start the engine.
•Turn the light switch toor .
•Press thebutton. The yellowindicator light in the combination meter
lights up
To switch off the rear fog light:
•press thebutton The yellowindicator light in the combination meter
turns off.
NIC2615NIC2699
FOG LIGHT SWITCH (IF SO EQUIPPED)
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