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1. Ventilators (P. 4-28)
2. Center display* (P. 4-2**)
3. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4)
4. Light switch (P. 2-65)
5. Parking brake (P. 3-27)6. Steering wheel
— Power steering system (P. 5-89)
— Horn (P. 2-72)
— Driver’s supplemental front-impact air
bag (P. 1-37)
7. Audio system (P. 4-2**)8. Ignition switch (P. 5-13)
— Push button ignition switch* (P. 5-14)
9. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-29)
10. Switch panel
— Seat heater switches* (P. 2-73)
— Hazard indicator flasher switch
(P. 6-2)
— Idle Stop/Start system on/off switch
(P. 5-30)
— Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-45)
11. Vehicle Information Display (P. 2-15)
12. Glove box (P. 2-80)
13. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-37)
*: if equipped
** refer to the INFINITI InTouch Owner’s
Manual
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1. Ventilators (P. 4-28)
2. Center display* (P. 4-2**)
3. Meters and gauges (P. 2-4)
4. Light switch (P. 2-65)
5. Parking brake (P. 3-27)6. Steering wheel
— Power steering system (P. 5-89)
— Horn (P. 2-72)
— Driver’s supplemental front-impact air
bag (P. 1-37)
7. Audio system (P. 4-2**)8. Ignition switch (P. 5-13)
— Push button ignition switch* (P. 5-14)
9. Heater and air conditioner (P. 4-29)
10. Switch panel
— Seat heater switches* (P. 2-73)
— Hazard indicator flasher switch
(P. 6-2)
— Idle Stop/Start system on/off switch
(P. 5-30)
— Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-45)
11. Vehicle Information Display (P. 2-15)
12. Glove box (P. 2-80)
13. Front passenger supplemental air bag
(P. 1-37)
*: if equipped
** refer to the INFINITI InTouch Owner’s
Manual
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WARNING LIGHTS
Also see "Vehicle information display" later in
this section.
Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the ABS warning light illuminates to in-
dicate 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 driv-
ing, it may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Observe the additional display mes-
sages (if any) in the vehicle information dis-
play. 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 as-
sistance (see "Brake system").
BRAKE warning light (red)
WARNING
•Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on. Driv-
ing could be dangerous. If you judge it to
be safe, drive carefully to the nearest
service station for repairs. Otherwise,
have your vehicle towed because driving
it could be dangerous.
•Pressing the brake pedal when the igni-
tion 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 mini-
mum or MIN mark on the brake fluid
reservoir, do not drive until the brake
system has been checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer 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 illuminates at any other time, it may
indicate that the brake system is not func-
tioning properly. If the BRAKE warning lightilluminates, 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 posi-
tion, the Low tire pressure warming light illu-
minates to indicate that the system is opera-
tional. 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
pressure, the warning light will illuminate. A
tire pressure warning message also appears
in the vehicle information display.
When the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates, you should stop and adjust the
tire pressure of all 4 tires to the recom-
mended COLD tire pressure shown on the
Tire and Loading Information label located in
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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 ve-
hicle checked by an INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible.
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) air bag warning light illuminates to in-
dicate 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 pretensioner 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 re-
tailer for these services. Unless checked and
repaired, the supplemental restraint system
(air bag system) and/or the pretensioner sys-
tems may not function properly. For addi-
tional information, refer to "Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS)".
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
cause some fluids which may have leaked
into the engine compartment to catch fire.
In addition, steam from an overheated en-
gine can cause serious burns, which can oc-
cur just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injuryIf the red coolant warning light lights up while
the engine is running and the coolant tem-
perature gauge is at the start of the scale, the
temperature sensor for the coolant tempera-
ture 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 atten-
tion 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 accompanying 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 mal-
functioning.
•The coolant is too hot and the engine is no
longer being cooled sufficiently.
Observe the additional display messages in
the vehicle information display.
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Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten-
tion to road and traffic conditions, and switch
off the engine.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance
from the vehicle until the engine has cooled
down.
Check the coolant level and top up the cool-
ant, observing the warning notes (see "If your
vehicle overheats").
If you have to top up the coolant frequently,
have the engine cooling system checked.
Make sure that the air supply to the engine
radiator is not blocked, e. g. by frozen slush.
Do not start the engine again until the cool-
ant temperature is below 250°F (120°C). The
engine may otherwise be damaged.
Low fuel warning light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty).There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty).
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light
The VDC warning light blinks when the Ve-
hicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system is oper-
ating, thus alerting the driver to the fact that
the road surface is slippery and the vehicle is
nearing its traction limits.
You may feel or hear the system working, this
is normal.
The light will continue to blink for a few sec-
onds after the VDC system stops limiting
wheel spin.
Cruise control or Intelligent Cruise Control is
deactivated.
For additional information see " Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) OFF indicator light " and
"Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system".
INDICATOR LIGHTS
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights
The appropriate light flashes when the turn
signal switch is activated. Both lights flash
when the hazard switch is turned on.
Low beam indicator light
This light comes on when the switch is turned
to the position:
The headlights will come
on and front side, tail, number plate and in-
strument lights remain on.
Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) OFF indicator light
The light comes on when the Vehicle Dy-
namic Control (VDC) has been disabled. This
indicates that the VDC system is not operat-
ing.
Disabling the VDC system causes the For-
ward Emergency Braking system to become
unavailable. See " Forward emergency brak-
ing (FEB) system (if equipped)" for more de-
tails.
This light also comes on briefly when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
The light will turn off after approximately
1 second if the VDC system is operational.
When the VDC OFF indicator light and VDC
warning light (see " Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) warning light" later in this section)
come on with the VDC system turned on, it
alerts the driver to the fact that the system's
fail-safe mode is operating. This means that
the system may not be functioning properly.
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Have the system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for these services.
If an abnormality occurs in the system, the
VDC system function will be canceled, but
the vehicle is still driveable. For additional
information, see "Vehicle Dynamic Control
(VDC) system".
WARNING
VDC should remain on unless freeing a ve-
hicle from mud or snow.
While the VDC system is operating, you
might feel a slight vibration or hear the sys-
tem working when starting the vehicle or ac-
celerating, but this is normal.
Front fog light indicator light
(if equipped)
The light comes on when the front fog lights
are switched on (see " Fog light switch (If so
equipped)" later in this section).
High beam assist indicator
light (if equipped)
The indicator light illuminates when the
headlights come on while the headlight
switch is in the AUTO position with the high
beam selected. This indicates that the high
beam assist system is operational. (See 2-65.)
High beam indicator light
This blue light comes on when the headlight
high beams are on and goes out when the
low beams are selected.
The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Rear fog light indicator light
The light comes on when the rear fog light is
switched on (see " Fog light switch (If so
equipped)" later in this section).
Side light and headlight
indicator light
This light comes on when the side light or
headlight position is selected, see "Headlight
and turn signal switches" later in this section
for further details.
/Front passenger air
bag status light
The front passenger air bag status light
() located on the center console above
the shift lever will illuminate when the front
passenger air bag is turned OFF. When the
front passenger air bag is turned on, the front
passenger air bag status light ON (
) will
illuminate.For more details, see "Front passenger air
bag and status light".
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Parking brake reminder chime
A chime will sound when driving away if the
parking brake has not been released. Stop the
vehicle and release the parking brake.
Light reminder chime
With the ignition switch placed in the OFF
position, a chime sounds when the driver's
door is opened if the side lights are on. Turn
the headlight control switch off before leav-
ing the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder chime
A chime will sound for approximately 120
seconds if the vehicle's speed exceeds
16 MPH (25 km/h) and the driver's seat belt
or front passenger's seat belt, if occupied is
not securely fastened. See "Seat belt warning
light".
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Idle Stop/Start System reminder
chime (if equipped)
The engine will shift to the normal stopped
state if any of the following operations is
made during Idle Stop/Start System activa-
tion, and the Idle Stop/Start System chime
will sound if:
– The vehicle engine hood is open.
When the above condition continues for over
3 minutes the Idle Stop/Start System chime
will sound in 5-minute intervals as a reminder
to prevent the possibility of a discharged bat-
tery. Use the ignition switch to turn off the
engine.
Close the hood or the driver’s door, or fasten
the seat belt then restart the engine using the
ignition switch.
For more information, see " Idle Stop/Start
System (if equipped)".The vehicle information display
1is located
between the tachometer and the speedom-
eter.1Permanent display: depending on vehicle
specification: outside temperature or
speed
2Time
3Text field
4Menu bar
5Drive program
6Shift lever position
Text field
3shows the selected menu or
submenu as well as display messages.
NOTE
Set the time using the INFINITI controller
and the [Settings] menu available in the
central display (see your INFINITI InTouch
Owner's Manual).
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Emergency Brake
Currently Unavailable See
Operator's Manual]Forward Emergency Braking is temporarily inoperative.
Possible causes:
•The radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations
or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
•The system is outside the operating temperature range.•The on-board voltage is too low.
Once the causes listed above no longer apply, the display message goes out.
Forward Emergency Braking is operational again.
If the display message does not disappear:
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. Restart the engine.
[Emergency Brake Inopera-
tive]Forward Emergency Braking is temporarily inoperative due to a malfunction.
Have the system checked. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
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Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Radar Sensor (See
Operator's Manual):]At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems is temporarily restricted or inoperative:
•Forward Emergency Braking•Intelligent Cruise Control•Blind Spot Warning
Possible causes:
•The sensors in the radiator trim and/or at the sides of the rear bumpers are dirty.•The function of the driving system and/or driving safety system is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
A warning tone also sounds.
Once the causes listed above no longer apply, the display message goes out. All driving systems/driving safety systems are
operative again.
If the display message does not disappear:
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. Switch off the engine.
4. Clean the sensors in the following locations:
- In the radiator trim
- At the sides of the rear bumper
5. Restart the engine. The display message disappears.
[SRS Malfunction Service
Required]The restraint system needs servicing. The
warning light also lights up in the combination meter.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for these services.
Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint Systems and/or the pretensioner seat belt may not function properly.
WARNING
If this light is on, it could mean that the front air bag, side air bag, curtain air bag systems and/or pretensioner systems will not
operate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
For further information about the restraint system, see "Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)".
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Engine
Message Possible causes/consequences and solutions
[Check Coolant Level See
Operators Manual]The coolant level is too low.CAUTIONAvoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged.
Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so (see "If your vehicle overheats").
If the coolant needs topping up more often than usual. have the engine coolant system checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
The fan motor is faulty.
If the coolant temperature is below 250°F (120°C), you can continue driving to the nearest place you can have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Avoid putting the engine under heavy load as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
[Coolant Too Hot Stop
Vehicle Turn Engine Off]The coolant is too hot.
A warning tone also sounds.CAUTIONIf the gauge indicates coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease tempera-
ture. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued
operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. For additional information, refer to "If your vehicle overheats" for
immediate action required.
1. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
2. Secure the vehicle against rolling away
3. Wait until the engine has cooled down.
4. Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush.
5. Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and the coolant temperature is below 120°C. The engine may
otherwise be damaged.
6. Pay attention to the coolant temperature display.
7. If the temperature increases again, have the system checked immediately. It is recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level, the coolant temperature may rise to 250°F (120°C).
See "If your vehicle overheats".
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