warning INFINITI QX30 2017 Service Manual

•No unauthorized changes should be made to
any components or wiring of the knee air bag
system. This is to prevent damage to or acci-
dental inflation of the knee air bag system.
•Do not make unauthorized changes to your
vehicle’s electrical system or suspension
system. This could affect proper operation
of the knee air bag system.
•Tampering with the knee air bag system
may result in serious personal injury. For
example, do not change the driver knee bol-
ster or install additional trim material
around the knee air bag.
•It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for work on and around the front air
bag. It is also recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for installation of electrical
equipment. The SRS wiring harnesses* should
not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized
electrical test equipment and probing devices
should not be used on the knee air bag system.
* The SRS wiring harness or connectors are
yellow or orange for easy identification.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the knee air bag system
and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
in this manual.
Seat belt with pretensioner(s)
WARNING
•The pretensioner(s) cannot be reused after
activation. They must be replaced together
with the retractor and buckle as a unit.
•If the vehicle becomes involved in a colli-
sion but pretensioner(s) are not activated,
be sure to have the pretensioner system
checked and, if necessary, replaced. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
•No unauthorized changes should be made
to any components or wiring of the preten-
sioner system. This is to prevent damage to
or accidental activation of the pretension-
er(s). Tampering with the pretensioner sys-
tem may result in serious personal injury.
•It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for work on and around the preten-
sioner system. It is also recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for installation
of electrical equipment. Unauthorized elec-
trical test equipment and probing devices
should not be used on the pretensioner sys-
tem.
•If you need to dispose of the pretension-
er(s) or scrap the vehicle, it is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. Incorrect disposal procedures
could cause personal injury.
The pretensioner system may activate with the
supplemental air bag system in certain types of
collisions. Working with the seat belt retractor,
the pretensioner(s) help tighten the seat belt
when the vehicle becomes involved in certain
types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat
occupants. The pretensioner(s) are encased
within the seat belt retractor and to the seat
belt anchor affixed to the floor of the vehicle.
These seat belts are used the same way as
conventional seat belts. When pretensioner(s)
activate, smoke is released and a loud noise
may be heard. This smoke is not harmful and
does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken
not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and
choking. Those with a history of a breathing
condition should get fresh air promptly. After
the pretensioner(s)’s activation, load limiters
allow the seat belt to release webbing (if nec-
essary) to reduce forces against the chest. The
supplemental air bag warning light is used to
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indicate malfunctions in the pretensioner sys-
tem. For additional information, refer to Supple-
mental air bag warning light in this section. If
the operation of the supplemental air bag warn-
ing light indicates there is a malfunction, have
the system checked. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When selling your vehicle, we request that you
inform the buyer about the pretensioner system
and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections
in this Owner’s Manual.
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING
LABELS
Warning labels about the supplemental front
impact air bag system are placed in the vehicle
as shown in the illustration.
WARNING
Do not use a rear-facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an air bag in front of it. If the
air bag deploys, it may cause serious injury or
death.
SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING
LIGHT
The supplemental air bag warning light, dis-
playingin the instrument panel, monitors
the circuits for the air bag systems, pretension-
er(s) and all related wiring.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the supplemental air bag warning
light illuminates. The air bag warning light will
turn off within a few seconds after the engine is
started, if the system is operational.
If any of the following conditions occur, the
front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag and
pretensioner systems need servicing:
•The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on after approximately 7 seconds.
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•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 air bag, knee air bag or
pretensioner systems may not operate prop-
erly. They must be checked and repaired. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light is on,
it could mean that the front air bag, side air
bag, knee air bag, curtain air bag and/or pre-
tensioner systems will not operate in an acci-
dent. To help avoid injury to yourself or others,
have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURE
The front air bags, side air bags, curtain air
bags, knee air bags and pretensioner(s) are
designed to inflate on a one-time-only basis. As
a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supple-
mental air bag warning light remains illumi-
nated after inflation has occurred.
These systems should be repaired and/or re-
placed as soon as possible. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When maintenance work is required on the
vehicle, the front air bags, side air bags, curtain
air bags, knee air bags, pretensioner(s) and
related parts should be pointed out to the
person performing the maintenance. The igni-
tion switch should always be in the LOCK
position when working under the hood or inside
the vehicle.
WARNING
•Once a front air bag, side air bag, knee air
bag, or curtain air bag has inflated, the air
bag module will not function again and must
be replaced. Additionally, the activated pre-
tensioner(s) must also be replaced. The air
bag module and pretensioner(s) should be
replaced. It is recommended that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service. However,
the air bag module and pretensioner(s) can-
not be repaired.
•The front air bag, side air bag, knee air bag,
curtain air bag systems and the preten-
sioner system should be inspected if there
is any damage to the front end or side por-
tion of the vehicle. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
•If you need to dispose of a supplemental air
bag or pretensioner systems or scrap the
vehicle, it is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer. Incorrect disposal proce-
dures could cause personal injury.
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2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit.............................2-2
Instrument panel.......................2-3
Meters and gauges......................2-4
Speedometer and odometer...............2-5
Outside temperature display..............2-6
Tachometer.........................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge..........2-6
Fuel gauge.........................2-7
Warning lights, indicator lights and audible
reminders...........................2-8
Checking lights......................2-8
Warning lights.......................2-9
Indicator lights......................2-13
Audible reminders....................2-14
Vehicle information display................2-15
Menus and submenus..................2-16
Display Messages....................2-29
Security system.......................2-57
Immobiliser........................2-57
Anti-theft alarm system (if equipped)........2-57
Wiper and washer switch.................2-58
Switching the windshield wipers on/off.......2-59
Switching the rear window wiper on/off......2-60
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch . . .2-60
Windshield de-icer switch (if equipped).........2-61
Headlight and turn signal switches...........2-62Headlight switch.....................2-62
Combination switch...................2-64
Adaptive front lighting system (LED headlight only)
(if equipped).......................2-64
High beam assist (LED headlight only).......2-66
Headlights misted up on the inside.........2-67
Instrument brightness control.............2-68
Fog light switch (If so equipped).............2-68
Front fog lights.....................2-68
Rear fog light......................2-68
Horn.............................
.2-69
Seat heating (if equipped).................2-69
Windows............................2-71
Power windows......................2-71
Fixed glass roof (if equipped)...............2-74
Sunshade operation...................2-74
Clock..............................2-75
Adjusting time......................2-75
Power outlet.........................2-75
Storage............................2-76
Glove box.........................2-77
Front console compartment..............2-77
Console box.......................2-77
Card holder........................2-78
Cup holders.......................2-78
Coat hooks........................2-79

CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant temperature
near the hot (H) end of the normal range, re-
duce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If
the gauge is over the normal range, stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the en-
gine is overheated, continued operation of the
vehicle may seriously damage the engine. For
additional information, refer toIf your vehicle
overheatsin the6. In case of emergency
section for immediate action required.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel gauge indicates theapproximatefuel
level in the tank when the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
The gauge may move slightly during braking,
turning, accelerating, or going up and down
hills due to movement of fuel in the tank.
The gauge needle returns to 0 (Empty) after the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
The low fuel warning
appears on the
vehicle information display when the fuel level
in the tank is getting low.Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers 0
(Empty).
The arrow,
, indicates that the fuel-filler
lid is located on the left side of the vehicle.
CAUTION
•If the vehicle runs out of fuel, the Malfunc-
tion Indicator Light (MIL) may come on. Re-
fuel 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 that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
•For additional information, refer toMal-
function Indicator light (MIL) (yellow)in the
2. Instruments and controlssection.
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning lightSeat belt (driver and front passenger) warn-
ing lightHigh beam indicator light
Brake warning light (red)Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air
bag warning lightRear fog light indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light*Low fuel warning lightSide light indicator light
Malfunction indicator light (yellow)Turn signal/hazard indicator lightsVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light
Distance warning light*Low beam indicator lightFront passenger air bag status light**
Parking brake warning light (red)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF indicator
light
Parking brake warning light (yellow)Front fog light indicator light*
Coolant warning lightHigh beam assist indicator light * *: if equipped
**: located above heater and air conditioner controls
Some indicators and warnings are also displayed
in the vehicle information display between the
speedometer and tachometer seeVehicle infor-
mation displayin the2. Instruments and con-
trolssection.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
engine. The following lights (if so equipped) will
come on, ,
,,,,
,,,,. These lights
should go out within a few seconds after start-ing the engine. If any light fails to come on or
operates in a way other than described, it may
indicate a burned out bulb and/or a system
malfunction. Have the system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
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WARNING LIGHTS
Also seeVehicle information displaylater in
this section.
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the ABS warning light illuminates to indicate
that the ABS is operational. The light then turns
off within a few seconds after the engine is
started.
If the ABS light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
If the ABS warning light comes on while driving,
it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Observe the additional display mes-
sages (if any) in the vehicle information display.
Have the system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock assis-
tance (seeBrake systemin the5. Starting and
drivingsection).
BRAKE warning light (red)
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working prop-
erly if the warning light is on. Driving could be
dangerous. If you judge it to be safe, drive
carefully to the nearest service station for re-
pairs. Otherwise, have your vehicle towed be-
cause driving it could be dangerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the ignition
switch is not in the ON position and/or when
the brake fluid level is low may increase the
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 that you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the light remains illuminated and turns
off when the engine is started. If the light illumi-
nates at any other time, it may indicate that the
brake system is not functioning properly. If the
BRAKE warning light illuminates, stop the vehicle
immediately and contact an INFINITI retailer.
This light functions for both the parking brake
and the foot brake systems.
Low tire pressure warning
light (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) that monitors the
tire pressure of all its tires.
The low tire pressure warning light warns of low
tire pressure or indicates that the TPMS is not
functioning properly.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Low tire pressure warming light illuminates
to indicate that the system is operational. The
light then tuns off within a few seconds after
the engine is started.
Low tire pressure warning
:
If the vehicle is being driven with low tire pres-
sure, the warning light will illuminate. A tire
pressure warning message also appears in the
vehicle information display.
When the low tire pressure warning light illumi-
nates, you should stop and adjust the tire pressure
of all 4 tires to the recommended COLD tire pressure
shown on the Tire and Loading Information label
located in the driver’s door opening, seeTire and
loading information labelin the9. Maintenance
and Schedulessection. The low tire pressure warn-
ing light does not automatically turn off when the
tire pressure is adjusted. After the tire is inflated to
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the recommended pressure, the vehicle must be
driven at speeds above 16 MPH (25 km/h) to acti-
vate the TPMS and turn off the low tire pressure
warning light. Use a tire pressure gauge to check
the tire pressure.
The low tire pressure warning message appears
each time the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position as long as the low tire pressure warn-
ing light remains illuminated.
For additional information, seeVehicle infor-
mation displaylater in this section andTire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the5.
Starting and drivingStarting and drivingsec-
tion.
TPMS malfunction
:
If the TPMS is not functioning properly, the low
tire pressure warning light will flash for approxi-
mately 1 minute when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position. The light will remain on
after 1 minute. Have the system checked. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service. The low tire pressure warning
does not appear if the low tire pressure warning
light illuminates to indicate a TPMS malfunction.
For additional information, seeTire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)in the5. Starting
and drivingsection.
WARNING
•Radio waves could adversely affect electric
medical equipment. Those who use a pace-
maker should contact the electric medical
equipment manufacturer for the possible in-
fluences before use.
•If the light does not illuminate with the
ignition switch pushed ON, have the vehicle
checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
•If the light illuminates while driving, avoid
sudden steering maneuvers or abrupt brak-
ing, reduce vehicle speed, pull off the road
to a safe location and stop the vehicle as
soon as possible. Driving with under-
inflated tires may permanently damage the
tires and increase the likelihood of tire fail-
ure. Serious vehicle damage could occur
and may lead to an accident and could result
in serious personal injury or death. Check
the tire pressure for all four tires. Adjust the
tire pressure to the recommended COLD tire
pressure shown on the tire placard, located
in the driver’s door opening, to turn the low
tire pressure warning light off. If the light
still illuminates while driving after adjust-
ing the tire pressure, a tire may be flat. If you
have a flat tire, replace it with a replacement
tire as soon as possible.
•If a replacement tire is mounted or a wheel
is replaced without a TPMS sensor tire pres-
sure will not be indicated, the TPMS will not
function and the low tire pressure warning
light will flash for approximately 1 minute.
The light will remain on after 1 minute. Have
your vehicle’s tires replaced and/or TPMS
system reset as soon as possible. It is rec-
ommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
these services.
•Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the proper
operation of the TPMS.
CAUTION
•The TPMS is not a substitute for the regular
tire pressure check. Be sure to check the tire
pressure regularly.
•If the vehicle is being driven at speeds of
less than 16 MPH (25 km/h), the TPMS may
not operate correctly.
•Be sure to install the specified size of tires
to all four wheels correctly.
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Malfunction Indicator light (MIL)
(yellow)
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the yellow Malfunction Indicator light
illuminates. This means that the system is
operational.
If the yellow engine malfunction indicator light
lights up while the engine is running, there may
be a fault, for example:
•In the engine management
•In the fuel injection system
•In the exhaust system
•In the ignition system (for vehicles with
gasoline engines)
•In the fuel system
•In other monitored items, for example the
automatic transmission.
The emission limit values may be exceeded and
the engine may be running in emergency mode.
CAUTION
Continued vehicle operation without having
the engine control system checked and re-
paired as necessary could lead to poor drive-
ability, reduced fuel economy and possible
damage to the engine control system.
Incorrect setting of the engine control system
may lead to non-compliance of local and na-
tional emission laws and regulations.
Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible. It
is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Distance warning light (if
equipped)
This light illuminates if the distance to the
vehicle in front is too small for the speed
selected.
If a warning tone also sounds, you are ap-
proaching a vehicle or stationary obstacle in
your line of travel at too high a speed. For
additional information seeForward emergency
braking (FEB) system (if equipped)in the5.
Starting and drivingStarting and drivingsec-
tion.
Electric parking brake
warning light
The red indicator illuminates when the electric
parking brake is engaged.
If the red indicator light for the electric parking
brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning
light for the electric parking brake is lit, observe
the additional messages displayed in the ve-
hicle information display.
For further parking brake operation information
seeParking brakein the3. Pre-driving checks
and adjustmentssection.
Seat belt (driver and front
passenger) warning light
The seat belt warning light reminds you to
fasten your seat belts. The light illuminates if
the engine is started, all doors are closed and
the driver’s and/or front passenger’s seat belt
is unfastened. It will remain illuminated until
the driver and/or front passenger fastens their
seat belt. A chime will sound once the vehicle is
in motion, seeSeat belt reminder chimelater
in this section. SeeSeat beltsin the1. Safety
— seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
systemsection for precautions on seat belt
usage.
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The seat belt warning light may also illuminate
if there are objects on the front passenger seat.
Remove the objects and stow them in a safe
place.
If the seat belt warning light flashes, together
with an intermittent warning tone, this means
that the driver or passenger has not fastened
their seat belt, and the speed of the vehicle is
exceeding 15 MPH (25 km/h).
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) air bag warning
light
WARNING
If the supplemental air bag warning light is on,
it could mean that the front air bag, driver’s
knee air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag
and/or pretensioner systems will not operate
in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself
or others, have your vehicle checked by an
INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position,
the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) air
bag warning light illuminates to indicate that
the system is operational. The light then tuns
off within a few seconds after the engine is
started.If any of the following conditions occur, the
front air bag, front seat-mounted side-impact
air bag, roof-mounted curtain air bag and pre-
tensioner systems need servicing:
•The supplemental air bag warning light
remains on for longer than a few seconds
once the engine is running.
•The supplemental air bag warning light
flashes intermittently.
•The supplemental air bag warning light does
not come on at all.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for these services. Unless checked and re-
paired, the supplemental restraint system (air
bag system) and/or the pretensioner systems
may not function properly. For additional infor-
mation, refer toSupplemental Restraint Sys-
tem (SRS)in the1. Safety — seats, seat belts
and supplemental restraint systemsection.
Coolant warning light
WARNING
If the coolant warning light is lit, the engine
may not be being cooled sufficiently and may
be damaged.
Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving
when your engine is overheated can causesome fluids which may have leaked into the
engine compartment to catch fire.
In addition, steam from an overheated engine
can cause serious burns, which can occur just
by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury
If the red coolant warning light lights up while the
engine is running and the coolant temperature
gauge is at the start of the scale, the temperature
sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is
faulty. The coolant temperature is no longer being
monitored. There is a risk of engine damage if the
coolant temperature is too high.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the
engine. Do not continue driving under any
circumstances.
Consult an INFINITI retailer.
If the red coolant warning light comes on while
the engine is running, with or without an ac-
companying warning tone, it could mean that:
•The coolant level is too low.
•If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to
the engine radiator may be blocked or the
electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc-
tioning.
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