check engine light INFINITI QX30 2017 User Guide

Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Blind Spot Warning Not
Available When Towing a
Trailer See Operator’s
Manual]Blind Spot Warning is deactivated while towing a trailer.
You have established the electrical connection between the trailer and your vehicle.
Press on the steering wheel to confirm the display message.
[Blind Spot Warning
Inoperative]Blind Spot Warning (BSW) is faulty.
The BSW indicator lights also light up.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Canceled] The driver’s door is open and the driver’s seat belt has not been fastened.
Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver’s door closed.
You inadvertently touched the steering wheel while steering intervention was active.
While steering intervention is active, make sure not to touch the steering wheel.
The vehicle has started to skid and VDC has intervened.
Use Intelligent Park Assist again later.
[Park Assist Inoperative] You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking maneuvers.
Intelligent Park Assist will become available again after approximately ten minutes.
1. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the display message continues to be displayed, have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The parking sensor system is faulty.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
[Park Assist Finished] The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds.
The display message disappears automatically.
[ICC Off]
Intelligent Cruise Control has been deactivated (seeIntelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system (Full speed range) (if equipped)in the5.
Starting and drivingsection).
If it was not deactivated by the driver, a warning tone also sounds.
Instruments and controls2-47

•When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-
line, benzine, thinner, or any similar mate-
rials.
•If any malfunctions are found or the heated
seat does not operate, turn the switch off
and have the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the center console
and can be operated independently, for the
left-hand side seat and for the right-hand side
seat.
The three red indicator lights in the button
indicate the heating level you have selected The
system automatically switches from level 3 to
level 2 after approximately eight minutes The
system automatically switches from level 2 to
level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The
system automatically switches off approxi-
mately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
NOTE
The seat heater can only be activated when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.2. Start the engine.
3. Select the heat range:
•To switch on: press button1repeatedly
until the desired heating level is set.
•To switch off: press button1repeatedly
until all the indicator lights turn off.
NOTE
If the battery voltage is too low, the seat heating
may switch off.
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Symptom Possible causeRemedy
The engine
cannot be
started using
the keyThe on-board
voltage is too
low
•Switch off non-essential consumers, e. g. seat heating or interior lighting, and try to start the engine again
If this does not work:
•Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary (seeBatteryin the8. Do-it-yourselfsection)
or
•Jump-start the vehicle (seeJump startingin the6. In case of emergencysection)
or
•Have the system checked. It is recommended you consult an INFINITI retailer.
You have lost
a key—
•Have the key deactivated. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.•Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers•If necessary, have the locks changed as well
You have lost
the emer-
gency key
element
•Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers•If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-13

1. Make sure that the windshield wipers are
switched off.
2. Pull the hood lock release lever
1, located
below the instrument panel on the driver’s
side; the hood will spring up slightly.3. Push the lever
2at the front of the hood,
to the left with your fingertips and raise the
hood.4. Insert the support rod3into the slot4on the underside of the hood.
5. When closing the hood, replace the support
rod in its original position
5, slowly lower
the hood to about8–12in.(20–30cm)
above the hood lock, then let it drop. Make
sure the hood is securely latched.
WARNING
•Make sure the hood is completely closed
and latched before driving. Failure to do so
could cause the hood to fly open and result
in an accident.
•If you see steam or smoke coming from the
engine compartment, to avoid injury do not
open the hood.
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HOOD
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•Recommendation for air distribution in win-
ter: select theandsettings.
Recommendation for air distribution in sum-
mer: select the
orandsettings.
•Only use theWindshield demistingfunc-
tion briefly until the windshield is clear again
•Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e. g
if there are unpleasant outside odors or
when in a tunnel. The windows could other-
wise mist up as no fresh air is drawn into the
vehicle in air-recirculation mode
•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the central
display (see separate operating instruc-
tions). You will see the current settings of the
various climate control functions.
Switching air-conditioning system
on/off
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To switch on:turn control
5clockwise to the
desired position (except position0).
To switch off:turn control
5counter-clockwise
to position0.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate theCooling with air dehumidi-
ficationfunction, the air inside the vehicle will
not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will
also not be dehumidified. The windows can mist
up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the
Cooling with air dehumidificationfunction
briefly.
TheCooling with air dehumidificationfunction
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.
Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature.Problems with theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction
:
Problem:The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution:The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Setting the temperature
You can set the temperature for the entire
vehicle. The set temperature is automatically
maintained at a constant level.
To increase or reduce the temperature: turn
control
1counterclockwise or clockwise. Only
change the temperature setting in small incre-
ments. Start at 70
oF (22oC).
Setting the air distribution
Directs the airflow through the demis-
ter ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the center
and side air ventilators.
Directs the airflow through the footwell
air ventilators.
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•Use thefunction to adopt the tem-
perature settings on the driver’s side for the
front-passenger side as well. The indicator
lamp in the
button goes out.
•If you change the settings of the climate
control system, the climate status display
appears for approximately three seconds at
the bottom of the screen in the center display
(see separate operating instructions). You
will see the current settings of the various
climate control functions.
Idle Stop/Start function
During automatic engine switch-off, the Climate
control only operates at a reduced capacity. If
you require the full climate control output, you
can switch off the Idle Stop/Start function by
pressing the ECO button (seeIdle Stop/Start
System (if equipped)in the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
Switching automatic climate control
on/off
When the climate control is switched off, the air
supply and air circulation are also switched off.
The windows could mist up. Therefore, only
switch off climate control briefly.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the ON
position.To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up. Airflow and air
distribution are set to automatic mode.
or
Press the
button. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The previous set-
tings are reactivated.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
NOTE
Automatic climate control: switch on climate
control primarily using the
button.
Activating/deactivating the cooling
with air dehumidification function
If you deactivate theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction, the air inside the vehicle will not
be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not
be dehumidified. The windows can mist up more
quickly. Therefore, only deactivate theCooling
with air dehumidificationfunction briefly.
TheCooling with air dehumidificationfunction
is only available when the engine is running.
The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu-
midified according to the temperature selected.Condensation may drip from the underside of
the vehicle when cooling mode is active. This is
normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc-
tion.
To activate
:
Press thebutton The indicator lamp in
thebutton lights up.
To deactivate
:
Press thebutton. The indicator lamp in
thebutton goes out. The cooling with air
dehumidification function has a delayed switch-
off feature.
Problems with theCooling with air dehumidifi-
cationfunction
:
Problem:The indicator lamp in thebutton flashes three times or remains off. The
cooling with air dehumidification function can-
not be activated.
Cause and solution:The cooling with air dehu-
midification function has been deactivated due
to a malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
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KEY POSITIONS
OFF (Normal parking position)
0
The ignition key can only be removed when in
this position.
The steering lock can only be locked in this
position.
ACC (Accessories)/1
The engine is turned off without locking the
steering wheel. This position activates electrical
accessories, such as the radio, when the engine
is not running.
ON (Normal operating position)2
This position turns on the ignition system and
electrical accessories.
START3
The engine starter activates and the engine will
start. As soon as the engine has started, release
the key immediately. It will return to the ON
position.NOTE
For vehicles fitted with Idle Stop/Start System:
When the engine is automatically stopped by
the Idle Stop/Start System the ignition switch
can still be operated as usual.
At the end of a journey turn the ignition OFF to
avoid a discharged battery. The Idle Stop/Start
System does not automatically turn ignition off.
•Make sure the area around the vehicle is
clear.
•Check fluid levels such as engine oil, cool-
ant, brake fluid, and windshield-washer fluid
as frequently as possible, or at least when-
ever you refuel.
•Check that all windows and lights are clean.
•Visually inspect tires for their appearance
and condition. Measure and check the tire
pressure for proper inflation.
•Check that all doors are closed.
•Position seat and adjust head restraints/
headrests.
•Adjust the inside and outside rear view
mirrors.
•Fasten your seat belt and ask all passengers
to do likewise.
•Check the operation of the warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to the ON
position.
BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
Starting and driving5-15

WARNING
•Be sure the parking brake is fully released
before driving. Failure to do so can cause
brake failure and lead to an accident.
•Do not release the parking brake from out-
side the vehicle.
•Do not use the shift lever in place of the
parking brake. When parking, be sure the
parking brake is fully engaged.
•To help avoid risk of injury or death through
unintended operation of the vehicle and/or
its systems, do not leave children, people
who require the assistance of others, or
pets unattended in your vehicle. Addition-
ally, the temperature inside a closed vehicle
on a warm day can quickly become high
enough to cause a significant risk of injury
or death to people and pets.The function of the electric parking brake is
dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on-
board voltage is low or if there is a malfunction
in the system, it may not be possible to apply
the released parking brake. If this is the case:
•Only park the vehicle on level ground and
secure it to prevent it from rolling away.
•Shift the automatic transmission to position
P (Park).
•It is recommended you contact an INFINITI
retailer.
It may not be possible to release an applied
parking brake if the on-board voltage is low or
if there is a malfunction in the system. It is
recommended you contact an INFINITI retailer.
The electric parking brake carries out a function
check at regular intervals when the engine is
switched off. Noises that occur are normal.APPLYING/RELEASING MANUALLY
The electric parking brake can be applied or
released by operating the parking brake handle
1.
To apply:Push handle
1.
When the electric parking brake is applied, the
red
indicator lamp lights up in the
combination meter.
The electric parking brake can also be applied
when the ignition switch is in the OFF position
or the key is removed.
To release:With the ignition switch in the ON
position, pull handle
1.
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PARKING BRAKE
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Before driving, check that the brake warning
lightgoes out. For additional informa-
tion, seeWarning lights, indicator lights and
audible remindersin the2. Instruments and
controlssection.
The electric parking brake can only be released
when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
APPLYING AUTOMATICALLY (VEHICLES
WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
The electric parking brake is automatically ap-
plied when:
•Intelligent cruise control (if equipped) brings
the vehicle to a standstill.
or
•Intelligent Parking Assist (if equipped) is
keeping the vehicle stationary.
The red
indicator lamp lights up in the
combination meter.
The electric parking brake is not automatically
applied if the engine is switched off by the Idle
Stop/Start function.
RELEASING AUTOMATICALLY
The electric parking brake can only be released
automatically in vehicles with automatic trans-
mission.
The electric parking brake of your vehicle is
released automatically when all of the following
conditions are fulfilled:
•The engine is running.
•The transmission is in position D (Drive) or R
(Reverse).
•The seat belt is fastened.
•You depress the accelerator pedal.
If the transmission is in position R, the lift gate
must be closed.
If your seat belt is not fastened, the following
conditions must be fulfilled to automatically
release the electric parking brake:
•The driver’s door is closed
•You have shifted out of transmission posi-
tion P (Park) or you have previously driven
faster than 2 MPH (3 km/h).
Ensure that you do not depress the accelerator
pedal unintentionally. Otherwise, the parking
brake will be released and the vehicle will start
to move.
EMERGENCY BRAKING
The vehicle can also be braked during an emer-
gency by using the electric parking brake.
While driving, push handle
1of the electric
parking brake. The vehicle is braked as long as
you keep handle
1of the electric parking
brake pressed. The longer the electric parking
brake handle
1is depressed, the greater the
braking force.
During braking:
•A warning tone sounds.
•The [Please Release Parking Brake] message
appears.
•The redindicator lamp in the combi-
nation meter flashes.
When the vehicle has been braked to a stand-
still, the electric parking brake is applied.
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SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
If the LDW system malfunctions, it will cancel
automatically, and the message [Lane Depar-
ture Warning Inoperative] will appear.
Action to take:
Stop the vehicle in a safe location,
engage P (Park), turn the engine off and restart the
engine. If the message continues to appear, have
the system checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The lane camera unit1for the LDW system is
located above the inside mirror.
To ensure the proper operation of the LDW
system 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.
•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 parts from the camera unit. If
the camera unit is damaged due to an acci-
dent, it is recommended you contact an
INFINITI retailer.
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