ignition INFINITI QX30 2018 Service Manual

The defroster switchBoperates 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 de-
froster operates for several minutes. After
the preset time has passed, the defroster will
turn off automatically. To turn off the de-
froster manually, push the defroster switch
again, and the indicator light turns off.
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 con-
tinuously, be sure to start the engine.
Otherwise, it may cause the battery to
discharge.
•When cleaning the inner side of the win-
dow, be careful not to scratch or dam-
age the electrical conductors on the sur-
face 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 wind-
shield 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 indica-
tor light in the switch illuminates. The climate
control system switches to the following
functions:
•High airflow
•High temperature
•Air distribution to the windshield and front
side windows
•Air recirculation mode off
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REAR WINDOW AND OUTSIDE
MIRROR DEFROSTER SWITCHWINDSHIELD DE-ICER SWITCH (IF
EQUIPPED)
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NOTE
The “Windshield demisting” function auto-
matically sets the blower output to the opti-
mum demisting effect. As a result, the air-
flow may increase or decrease automatically
after the
button is pressed
NOTE
You can adjust the blower output manually
while the “Windshield demisting” function is
in operation: by adjusting the airflow control
for the air-conditioning or climate control
system (see "Heater and air conditioner").
To deactivate the de-icer:
•Press thebutton. The indicator light
in thebutton turns off. The previous
settings are reactivated. Air-recirculation
mode remains deactivated.
or
•Automatic climate control: press the
button. The indicator light in the
button turns off. Airflow and air dis-
tribution are set to automatic mode.
or
•Air-conditioning system or automatic cli-
mate control: adjust the temperature con-
trol (see "Heater and air conditioner").
HEADLIGHT SWITCH
1Left-hand parking lights
2Right-hand parking lights
3Side lights and license plate lighting
4Automatic headlight mode,
controlled 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.
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LED headlights
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Halogen 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 ac-
cording to the brightness of the ambient light
(exception: poor visibility due to weather con-
ditions such as fog, snow or spray):
•Ignition switch in ACC or ON position: the
side lights are switched on or off auto-
matically depending on the brightness of
the ambient light.
•With the engine running: if you have
switched on the daytime driving lights
function in the vehicle information display,
the side lights and low beam headlights
are switched on or off automatically de-
pending 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 de-
tectability of your vehicle during the day.
WARNING
When the daytime running light system is
active, 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 injuring yourself and others.
When the side lights and low-beam head-
lights are switched on, the green
(side
lights) and(low-beam headlights) indi-
cator 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 advanta-
geous when there is fog or rain.
To switch on the low-beam headlights:
•Switch the ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion, or start the engine.
•Turn the light switch to. The greenindicator light in the combination
meter lights up.
Side lights
NOTE
Always park your vehicle safely and suffi-
ciently lit according to legal standards. To
reduce the chance of a discharged vehicle
battery, avoid the continuous use of the
sidelights or parking lights for several
hours.
To switch on:turn the light switch to
.
The greenindicator light in the combi-
nation meter lights up.
Parking lights
Switching on the parking lights ensures that
the corresponding side of the vehicle is illumi-
nated.
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 com-
pleted, 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 auto-matically flash three times. Choose the ap-
propriate method to signal a lane change
based on road and traffic conditions.
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 theposition, the high beam
headlights are only switched on when it is
dark and the engine is running.
The blue
indicator light in the com-
bination 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 head-
lights (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 sys-
tem that adjusts the headlights automatically
to suit the prevailing driving and weather
conditions. It offers advanced functions for
improved illumination of the road surface,
e.g. depending on the vehicle speed or
weather conditions. The system includes the
active light function, cornering 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
vehicle information display (see "Switching
the Adaptive Front Lighting System on/off"
earlier in this section)
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If you are driving at speeds above approxi-
mately 34 MPH (55 km/h) and no other road
users are detected, the high beam headlights
are switched on automatically. The
indicator light in the combination meter also
lights up.
If you are driving at speeds below approxi-
mately 28 MPH (45 km/h) or other road
users are detected or the roads are ad-
equately lit The high beam headlights are
switched off automatically. The
indica-
tor light in the combination meter goes out.
The
indicator light in the vehicle infor-
mation display remains lit.
To deactivate:
Move the combination switch back to its nor-
mal position The
indicator light in the
vehicle information display goes out.
HEADLIGHTS MISTED UP ON
THE INSIDE
Certain climatic and physical conditions may
cause moisture to form in the headlight. This
moisture does not affect the functionality of
the headlight.
INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL
The light sensor in the combination meter
automatically controls the brightness of the
instrument panel
In daylight, the displays in the combination
meter are not illuminated
The lighting in the combination meter, dis-
plays and controls in the vehicle interior can
be adjusted using the brightness control
knob.
The brightness control knob
1is located
behind 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 vis-
ibility 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
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FOG LIGHT SWITCH (IF SO
EQUIPPED)
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To switch off the front fog lights:
•press thebutton The greenindi-
cator 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 be-
fore 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 upTo switch off the rear fog light:
•press thebutton The yellowindicator light in the combination meter
turns off.
The rear fog light should be used only when
visibility is seriously reduced. (Generally, to
less than 50 m (116 ft))
To sound the horn, push the center pad area
of the steering wheel.
WARNING
Do not disassemble the horn. Doing so
could affect proper operation of the
supplemental front air bag system. Tam-
pering with the supplemental front air bag
system may result in serious personal
injury.
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HORN
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WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
•The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
•Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the seat.
•Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
•Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
•Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
•When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-
line, benzine, thinner, or any similar ma-
terials.
•If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the center con-
sole 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
approximately 20 minutes after it is set to
level 1
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion.
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SEAT HEATING (IF EQUIPPED)
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NOTE
The seat heater can only be activated
when the ignition switch is in the ON po-
sition.
2. Start the engine.
3. Select the heat range:
•To switch on: press button1repeat-
edly until the desired heating level is
set.
•To switch off: press button1repeat-
edly until all the indicator lights turn off.
NOTE
If the battery voltage is too low, the seat
heating may switch off.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING
•Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in
motion and before closing the windows.
Use the window lock switch to prevent
unexpected use of the power windows.
•To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and or its systems, including en-
trapment in windows or inadvertent
door lock activation, do not leave chil-
dren, people who require the assistance
of others or pets unattended in your ve-
hicle. Additionally, the temperature in-
side 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 switches for all side windows are located
on the driver's door. There is also a switch on
each door for the corresponding side window
The switches on the driver's door take prece-
dence.
Auto-reverse function
The auto-reverse function can be activated
when a window is closed by automatic op-
eration.
Depending on the environment or driving con-
ditions, the auto-reverse function may be ac-
tivated if an impact or load similar to some-
thing being caught in the window occurs.
WARNING
There are some small distances immedi-
ately before the closed position which can-
not be detected. Make sure that all passen-
gers have their hands, etc., inside the
vehicle before closing the window.
If the vehicle's battery is disconnected, re-
placed, or jump started, the power window
auto-reverse function may not operate prop-
erly. If this occurs, it is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer to re-initialize the power
window auto-reverse system.
If the control unit detects something caught
in a window equipped with automatic opera-
tion as it is closing, the window will be imme-
diately lowered.
WINDOWS
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Press and hold thebutton until the side
windows are fully closed.
To interrupt convenience closing: release the
button.
You can also use the keyless locking feature
to activate convenience closing:
Touch recessed sensor surface
1on the
door handle until the side windows are fully
closed.
NOTE
Make sure you only touch recessed sensor
surface
1.
To interrupt convenience opening: release
the recessed sensor surface
1on the door
handle.
Resetting the side windows
If a side window can no longer be closed fully,
you must reset it.
1. Switch the ignition switch to the ON po-
sition.
2. Close the door.3. Pull the corresponding switch on the door
control panel until the side window is
completely closed
4. Hold the switch for an additional second.
If the side window opens again slightly:
1. Immediately pull the corresponding switch
on the door control panel until the side
window is completely closed.
2. Hold the switch for an additional second.
3. If the corresponding side window remains
closed after the button has been released,
the side window has been reset correctly.
If this is not the case, repeat the steps
above again.
If the power window automatic function
does not operate properly after performing
the procedure above, have your vehicle
checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
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FRONT OVERHEAD CONTROL
PANEL
1Switches the left-hand front reading
light on/off
2Switches the front interior lighting on
3Switches the rear interior lighting on/off
4Switches the right-hand front reading
light on/off
5Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
6Switches the automatic interior lighting
control on
Automatic interior lighting control
•To switch on: set the switch to center po-
sition
6.
•To switch off: press switch5.
The interior lighting automatically switches
on if you:
•Unlock the vehicle
•Open a door
•Remove the key from the ignition lock.
The interior lighting is activated for a short
time when the key is removed from the igni-
tion lock. You can activate this delayed
switch-off using the vehicle information dis-
play (see "Activating/deactivating the interior
lighting delay" earlier in this section).REAR READING LIGHTS
(IF EQUIPPED)
1Switches the left hand reading light on/
off
2Switches the right hand reading light on/
off
REAR ROOM LIGHT
(IF EQUIPPED)
The rear room light (without switches) can be
switched on and off using the front overhead
control panel.
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