tow INFINITI QX50 2020 User Guide

To set the rain-sensing auto wiper system,
place the lever in the AUTO position
1. The
wiper will sweep once while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
The rain sensor sensitivity level can be ad-
justed by turning the knob toward the front
2(High) or toward the rear3(Low).
– High — High sensitive operation
– Low — Low sensitive operation
To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper system
off, rotate the lever to the OFF position, or
rotate the lever to the low or high position.
The rain-sensing feature may be disabled.
For additional information, refer to the sepa-
rate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
REAR SWITCH OPERATION
WARNING
In freezing temperatures the washer solu-
tion may freeze on the rear window and
obscure your vision which may lead to an
accident. Warm the rear window with the
defroster before you wash the rear
window.
CAUTION
∙ Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 30 seconds.
∙ Do not operate the washer if the windshield-washer fluid reservoir is
empty.
∙ Do not fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir with windshield-washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based windshield-washer
fluid concentrates may permanently
stain the grille if spilled while filling the
windshield-washer fluid reservoir.
∙ Pre-mix windshield-washer fluid concen- trates with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring the
fluid into the windshield-washer fluid
reservoir. Do not use the windshield-
washer fluid reservoir to mix the
windshield-washer fluid concentrate and
water.
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– When the headlights of the oncomingvehicle or the leading vehicle are
turned off, when the color of the light
is affected due to foreign materials on
the lights, or when the light beam is
out of position.
– When there is a sudden, continuous change in brightness.
– When driving on a road that passes over rolling hills, or a road that has
level differences.
– When driving on a road with many curves.
– When a sign or mirror-like surface is reflecting intense light towards the
front of the vehicle.
– When the container, etc. being towed by a leading vehicle is reflecting in-
tense light.
– When a headlight on your vehicle is damaged or dirty.
– When the vehicle is leaning at an angle due to a punctured tire, being towed,
etc. ∙ The timing of switching the low beam and
high beam may change under the follow-
ing situations.
– The brightness of the headlights of the oncoming vehicle or leading
vehicle.
– The movement and direction of the oncoming vehicle and the leading
vehicle.
– When only one light on the oncoming vehicle or the leading vehicle is
illuminated.
– When the oncoming vehicle or the leading vehicle is a two-wheeled
vehicle.
– Road conditions (incline, curve, the road surface, etc.).
– The number of passengers and the amount of luggage. High Beam Assist operation
To activate the High Beam Assist system,
turn the headlight switch to the AUTO posi-
tion
1and push the lever forward2(high
beam position). The High Beam Assist indica-
tor light in the meter will illuminate while the
headlights are turned on.
If the High Beam Assist indicator light does
not illuminate in the above condition, it may
indicate that the system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked. It is rec-
ommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
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Adaptive Front lighting System
(AFS) (if so equipped)
The Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) will
automatically adjust the headlights (low
beam) toward the turning direction to im-
prove the driver’s view. When the headlight
switch is ON and the driver operates the
steering wheel in a turn, the AFS system will
be activated.
The AFS will operate:∙ when the headlight switch is ON.
∙ when the shift lever is in any position other than P (Park) or R (Reverse).
∙ when the vehicle is driven at above 16 mph (25 km/h) for the left-side head-
light. Note that the right-side low beam
headlight will swivel but the left side will
not swivel when the vehicle is at a stop
and the steering wheel is turned. The ve-
hicle must attain a speed above 16 mph
(25 km/h) before AFS activates the left-
side headlight.
AFS will also adjust the headlight to a proper
axis automatically, depending on the number
of occupants in the vehicle, the load the ve-
hicle is carrying and the road conditions. If the AFS OFF indicator blinks or the vehicle
information display shows an AFS system
error message after the ignition switch has
been pushed to the ON position, this may
indicate that the AFS is not functioning prop-
erly. Have the system checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. When the engine is started, the head-
lights will vibrate to check the system condi-
tion. This is not a malfunction.
Automatic headlight aiming control
(if so equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic
headlight levelling system. The headlight axis
is controlled automatically.
INFINITI recommends that you consult the
local regulations on the use of lights.
LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
(DRL) SYSTEM
The LED portion of the headlights automati-
cally illuminate at 100% intensity when the
engine is started and the parking brake re-
leased. The LED Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) system operates with the headlight
switch in the OFF position. When you turn
the headlight switch to the
position forfull illumination, the LED lights switch from
LED DRL system to the park function.
If the parking brake is applied before the
engine is started, the LED DRL system does
not illuminate. The LED DRL system illumi-
nates when the parking brake is released. The
LED DRL system will remain on until the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF position.
It is necessary at dusk to turn the headlight
switch on for interior controls and switches
to illuminate, as those remain off while the
switch is in the OFF position.
WARNING
When the LED DRL system is active, tail
lights on your vehicle are not on. It is neces-
sary at dusk to turn on your headlights.
Failure to do so could cause an accident in-
juring yourself and others.
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Sliding the moonroof
To slide the moonroof:∙ To fully open the moonroof, push the switch
1toward the open position until
it reaches the second detent. If the switch
1is pushed to the first detent, only the
sunshade will open.
∙ To fully close the moonroof, push the switch
2toward the close position until
it reaches the second detent. If the switch
2is pushed to the first detent, the
moonroof will close but the sunshade will
remain open.
∙ To stop the moonroof during operation, push the
1,2or3switch to the de-
sired position.
Tilting the moonroof
To tilt up, push the moonroof switch3.To
tilt down the moonroof, push the switch
3,
or the switch
2to the first detent. When the
switch
2is pushed to the second detent, the
moonroof will tilt down and the sunshade will
close.
Resetting the moonroof switch
If the moonroof does not operate properly,
perform the following procedure to initialize
the moonroof operation system.
1. If the moonroof and sunshade are open, close them fully by repeatedly pushing
the moonroof switch to the close
2po-
sition.
2. Push and hold the moonroof switch to the close position
2at the first detent.
3. After holding the switch for 10 seconds, the moonroof and sunshade move
slightly to the closed position and then
move back a little.
4. The moonroof and sunshade will fully open and then fully close automatically.
5. Release the switch. Check if the moon- roof switch operates normally.
If the moonroof does not operate properly
after performing the procedure above, have
your vehicle checked. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Auto-reverse function (when
closing or tilting down the
moonroof)
The auto-reverse function can be activated
when the moonroof and sunshade are closed
or tilted down by automatic operation when
the ignition switch is placed in the ON posi-
tion or for a period of time after the ignition
switch is placed in the OFF position.
Depending on the environment or driving
conditions, the auto-reverse function may
be activated if an impact or load similar to
something being caught in the moonroof oc-
curs.
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 moonroof.
When closing
If the control unit detects something caught
in the moonroof and sunshade as it moves to
the front, the moonroof and sunshade will
immediately open backward.
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When tilting down
If the control unit detects something caught
in the moonroof as it tilts down, the moon-
roof will immediately tilt up.
WARNING
∙ In an accident you could be thrown fromthe vehicle through an open moonroof.
Always use seat belts and child
restraints.
∙ Do not allow anyone to stand up or ex- tend any portion of their body out of the
moonroof opening while the vehicle is in
motion or while the moonroof is closing.
CAUTION
∙ Remove water drops, snow, ice or sandfrom the moonroof before opening.
∙ Do not place heavy objects on the moon- roof or surrounding area.
Panoramic sunshade
The panoramic sunshade operates when the
ignition switch is in the ON position. When
opening or closing the sunshade the switch
need not be held. To open the sunshade:
∙ To fully open the sunshade, slide the switch
1toward the OPEN position to
the first detent.
∙ To fully open the sunshade and the moonroof together, slide the switch
1
toward the OPEN position to the second
detent.
To close the sunshade: ∙ To fully close the sunshade, slide the switch
2toward the CLOSE position to
the second detent. If the moonroof is
open, both the moonroof and the sun-
shade will close automatically.
∙ If the switch is slid
2toward the CLOSE
position to the first detent while the
moonroof is open, only the moonroof will
close. The sunshade will remain open.
To stop the sunshade during operation, push
the switch
1,2,or3at the desired posi-
tion.
WARNING
∙ To avoid personal injury, keep your hands, fingers and head away from the
sunshade arm, the arm rail and sunshade
inlet port.
∙ Do not allow children near the sunshade system. They could be injured.
∙ Do not place objects on or near the sun- shade. This could cause improper opera-
tion or damage it.
∙ Do not pull or push the sunshade. This could cause improper operation or dam-
age it.
CAUTION
∙ Do not place objects (such as newspa-pers, handkerchiefs, etc.) on the sun-
shade inlet port. Doing so may entangle
these objects in the sunshade when it is
extending or retracting, causing im-
proper operation or damage to the
sunshade.
∙ Do not push the sunshade arm with your hands, etc., as this may deform it. Im-
proper operation or damage to the sun-
shade may result.
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LOCKING WITH KEY
To lock or unlock the driver’s door, turn the
key as shown.
Manual
To lock the driver’s door, turn the key toward
the front of the vehicle
1.
To unlock the driver’s door, turn the key to-
ward the rear of the vehicle
3, then return it
to the neutral position
2.
LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK
KNOB TYPE A (if so equipped)
To lock the door without the key, move the
inside lock to the lock position
1, then close
the door.
To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position
2.
LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK
KNOB TYPE B (if so equipped)
To lock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the lock position
1, then
close the door.
To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position
2.
For front doors, the door can also be un-
locked by pulling on the inside handle lever
one time
3.
Driver’s door
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WARNING
∙ Radio waves could adversely affect elec-tric medical equipment. Those who use a
pacemaker should contact the electric
medical equipment manufacturer for the
possible influences before use.
∙ The Intelligent Key transmits radio waves when the buttons are pressed. The
FAA advises the radio waves may affect
aircraft navigation and communication
systems. Do not operate the Intelligent
Key while on an airplane. Make sure the
buttons are not operated unintentionally
when the unit is stored for a flight.
∙
Before leaving the vehicle, engage the P
(Park) position and check that the elec-
tronic parking brake warning light is illumi-
nated to confirm that the electronic park-
ing brake is applied. The electronic parking
brake warning light will remain on for a pe-
riod of time after the driver’s door is locked.
∙ Make sure to engage the P (Park) posi- tion and apply the parking brake when
parking your vehicle, riding on or off the
vehicle or loading luggage. Failure to do
so could cause the vehicle to move or roll
away unexpectedly and result in serious
personal injury or property damage. The Intelligent Key system can operate all the
door locks using the remote control function
or pushing the request switch on the vehicle
without taking the key out from a pocket or
purse. The operating environment and/or
conditions may affect the Intelligent Key sys-
tem operation.
Be sure to read the following before using the
Intelligent Key system.
CAUTION
∙ Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when operating the vehicle.
∙ Never leave the Intelligent Key in the ve- hicle when you leave the vehicle.
The Intelligent Key is always communicating
with the vehicle as it receives radio waves.
The Intelligent Key system transmits weak
radio waves. Environmental conditions may
interfere with the operation of the Intelligent
Key system under the following operating
conditions: ∙ When operating near a location where strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station. ∙ When in possession of wireless equip-
ment, such as a cellular telephone, trans-
ceiver or a CB radio.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or covered by metallic materials.
∙ When any type of radio wave remote control is used nearby.
∙ When the Intelligent Key is placed near an electric appliance such as a personal
computer.
∙ When the vehicle is parked near a parking meter.
In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key function
or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies de-
pending on the operating conditions, the bat-
tery’s life is approximately two years. If the
battery is discharged, replace it with a new
one.
When the Intelligent Key battery is low, a
“Key Battery Low” indicator illuminates in the
vehicle information display. For additional in-
formation, refer to “Vehicle information dis-
play warnings and indicators” in the “Instru-
ments and controls” section of this manual.
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A pinch strip is mounted on each side of the
liftgate. If an obstacle is detected by a pinch
strip during power close, the liftgate will re-
verse direction and return to the full open
position.
NOTE:
If the pinch strip is damaged or removed, the
power close function will not operate.
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 liftgate.Manual Mode:
If power operation is not available, the lift-
gate may be operated manually. Power op-
eration may not be available if multiple ob-
stacles have been detected in a single power
cycle or if the battery voltage is low.
If the power liftgate opener switch
Ais
pushed during power open or close, the
power operation will be canceled and the
liftgate can be operated manually.
To open the liftgate manually, unlock the
doors, push the liftgate opener switch
Aand
lift the liftgate. To close, lower and push the liftgate down
securely.
MOTION-ACTIVATED LIFTGATE
(if so equipped)
The liftgate can be operated using a quick
kicking motion under the center of the rear
bumper.
To operate, the Intelligent Key must be within
31.5 in (80 cm) of the liftgate.
NOTE:
Tow hitches are available as an accessory for
this vehicle. If a tow hitch is installed, the
liftgate electronic control unit (ECU) needs
to be replaced with an ECU programmed
with towing logic for the Motion-Activated
Liftgate to function properly.
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CAUTION
∙ Interference or malfunction can becaused by parking in close proximity to
radio or satellite towers.
∙ Intelligent Key interference could be caused if you have your key fob stored
next to your cell phone or any RF-enabled
smart card. For additional information,
refer to “INFINITI Intelligent Key” in this
section.
POWER LIFTGATE MAIN
SWITCH
The power liftgate operation can be turned
ON
Aor OFFBby the power liftgate main
switch located in the glove box.
When the power liftgate main switch is
pushed to the OFF position, the power op-
eration is not available by the power liftgate
switch or liftgate request switch on the lift-
gate.
Power operation is only available when the
power liftgate main switch is in the OFF po-
sition by pushing the instrument panel switch
or pressing the liftgate button on the key fob. Motion-Activated Liftgate (if so equipped)
will not function when the power liftgate
main switch is in the OFF position.
LIFTGATE RELEASE
WARNING
∙ Always be sure the liftgate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
∙ Do not drive with the liftgate open. This could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. For additional
information, refer to “Exhaust gas (car-
bon monoxide)” in the “Starting and driv-
ing” section of this manual.
∙ To avoid personal injury, do not attempt to activate the power liftgate if one or
both of the liftgate struts are removed.
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Manual folding outside mirrors
Pull the outside mirror toward the door to
fold it.
Heated mirrors (if so equipped)
The electric control type outside mirrors can
be heated to defrost, defog, or de-ice for
improved visibility. Push the rear window de-
froster switch to activate the heating func-
tion. Push the switch again to deactivate, or
the heating function will automatically turn
off after approximately 15 minutes.
Reverse tilt-down feature (if so
equipped)
The reverse tilt-down feature will turn both
outside mirror surfaces downward to provide
better rear visibility close to the vehicle when
the mirror control switch is in either the L or R
position.
The mirrors automatically return to their
original position when you shift out of R (Re-
verse).
The outside mirror surfaces will return to
their original position when one of the fol-
lowing conditions has occurred:∙ The shift lever is moved to any position other than R (Reverse).
∙ The outside mirror control switch is set to the neutral or center position.
∙ The ignition switch is placed in the OFF position. NOTE:
If the outside mirror control switch is in the
center position, the mirror surface will NOT
turn downward when the shift lever is
moved to R (Reverse).
For additional information, refer to “Auto-
matic drive positioner” in this section.
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