battery INFINITI QX50 2021 User Guide

CAUTION
• The battery could run down if the climate
control seat is operated while the engine
is not running.
• Do not use the climate control seat 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
objects. This may result in damage to the
climate controlled seat.
• Any liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth.
• When cleaning the seat, never use gaso-
line, benzine, thinner, or any similar
materials.
• If any malfunctions are found or the cli-
mate controlled seat does not operate,
turn the switch off and have the system
checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service. The climate controlled seat cools down the
front seat by blowing cool air from under the
surface of the seat. The climate control
switch is located on the center console.
The climate controlled seat can be operated
as follows:
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON
position.
2. Push the climate controlled seat switches to cool the seat. The indicator light on the
corresponding switch will illuminate.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air by push- ing the switch again. The climate con-
trolled seat blower remains on low speed
for approximately 60 seconds after push-
ing the switch on.
4. When the vehicle's interior is warmed or cooled, or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn off the climate controlled
seats. To turn off the climate controlled
seats, push the switch until the indicator
light does not illuminate.
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.
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HEATED SEATS (if so equipped)
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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
materials.
• If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
Switch operation:
The front seats are warmed by built-in heat-
ers. The switches are located on the center
console and can be operated independently
of each other.
1. Place the ignition switch in the ON position.
2. Push the heated seat switch and select the desired heat range.
• For high heat, push the switch once.
• For medium heat, push the switch twice.
• For low heat, push the switch three times.
• The indicator light will illuminate when the heater is on. 3. To turn off the heater, push the heated
seat switch again. Make sure that the in-
dicator light turns off.
The heater is controlled by a control mod-
ule, automatically turning the heater on
and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long
as the switch is on.
When the seat is warmed, or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the
switch off.
Touch screen operation:
• Touch the
key on the lower display.
Select an item from High, Mid, Low, or
OFF.
NOTE:
For additional information, see “Heater and
air conditioner (automatic)” (P. 4-34).
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•Do not use double adapters or more than
one electrical accessory.
• Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
• Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
• Before inserting or disconnecting a plug,
be sure the electrical accessory being
used is turned off. •
Push the plug in as far as it will go. If good
contact is not made, the plug may over-
heat or the internal temperature fuse
may open.
• When not in use, be sure to close the cap.
Do not allow water or any other liquid to
contact the outlet.
The extended storage switch is used when
shipping the vehicle. It is located in the fuse
panel on the driver’s side of the instrument
panel. If any electrical equipment does not
operate, ensure the extended storage switch
is pushed fully in place, as shown.
To inspect the extended storage switch, en-
sure the ignition switch and headlight switch
are off, remove the fuse box cover
OAusing a
suitable tool in combination with a cloth to
avoid damaging the trim.
LIC3833
Cargo Area
LIC3359
EXTENDED STORAGE SWITCH
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Auto-reverse function
The auto-reverse function can be activated
when a window is closed by automatic
operation.
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 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 that 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.
REAR DOOR SUNSHADE (if so
equipped)
The rear door sunshade is located within the
rear doors at the base of the window.
• To raise the sunshade, pull up the center tab
O1.
• Hook the sunshade slots onto the tabs ex- tending from the top of the window frame
O2.
CAUTION
• Do not release the rear door sunshade
during operation. This could damage the
sunshade or cause injury.
• Do not forcefully pull the sunshade. Do-
ing so may elongate the sunshade. This
could cause improper operation or could
damage the sunshade.
• Do not place objects on or near the rear
sunshade. This could cause improper op-
eration or could damage the sunshade.
NOTE:
To avoid damage to the sunshade, please
note the following:
• Do not pull or push the sunshade, other than upwards.
• Do not pull or push the sunshade with the sunshade hung on the hooks.
• Do not allow liquids or objects on the stor- ing area of the sunshade.
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•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.
• Do not put any object into the sunshade
inlet port as this may result in improper
operation or damage the sunshade.
• Do not hang any object on the arm rail as
this may result in improper operation or
damage the sunshade.
• Do not forcefully pull the sunshade. Do-
ing so may elongate the sunshade. Im-
proper operation or damage to the sun-
shade may result. The interior lights will automatically turn on
and stay on for a period of time when:
• The doors are unlocked by the Intelligent
Key, a key or the request switch while all
doors are closed and the ignition switch is
in the OFF position.
• The doors and/or liftgate is opened.
• The switch is individually pushed.
When the ON switch
O1is pushed, the inte-
rior lights illuminate.
When the DOOR/OFF switch
O2is pushed,
the interior lights do not illuminate unless
individually pushed.
NOTE:
The footwell lights and step lights illuminate
when the driver and passenger doors are
open regardless of the interior light switch
position. These lights will turn off automati-
cally after a period of time while doors are
open to prevent the battery from becoming
discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
LIC3841
INTERIOR LIGHTS
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MAP LIGHTS
To turn the map lights on, push the switches.
To turn them off, push the switches again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
PERSONAL LIGHTS
To turn the rear personal lights on, push the
switch. To turn them off, push the switch
again.
CARGO LIGHT
The light illuminates when the liftgate is
opened. When the liftgate is closed, the light
goes off.
The light will go off after a period of time if
the liftgate is left open, unless the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position. For additional information, see “Exterior and
interior lights” (P. 8-24).
LIC3842LIC3907
Rear personal lights
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The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver pro-
vides a convenient way to consolidate the
functions of up to three individual hand-held
transmitters into one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
• Will operate most radio frequency devicessuch as garage doors, gates, home and
office lighting, entry door locks and security
systems.
• Is powered by your vehicle's battery. No separate batteries are required. If the vehi-
cle's battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all
programming.
When the HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
is programmed, retain the original transmit-
ter for future programming procedures (Ex-
ample: new vehicle purchases). Upon sale of
the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver buttons should be
erased for security purposes. For additional
information, see “Programming HomeLink®”
(P. 2-70).
WARNING
• Your vehicle's engine should be turned
off while programming the HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver. For additional in-
formation, see “Push-button ignition
switch” (P. 5-13). Do not breathe ex-
haust gases; they contain colorless and
odorless carbon monoxide. Carbon mon-
oxide is dangerous. It can cause uncon-
sciousness or death.
•
Do not use the HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver with any garage door opener
that lacks safety stop and reverse features
as required by federal safety standards.
(These standards became effective for
opener models manufactured after April 1,
1982.) A garage door opener which cannot
detect an object in the path of a closing
garage door and then automatically stop
and reverse does not meet current federal
safety standards. Using a garage door
opener without these features increases
the risk of serious injury or death.
• During the programming procedure your
garage door or security gate will open
and close (if the transmitter is within
range). Make sure that people or objects
are clear of the garage door, gate, etc.,
that you are programming.
PROGRAMMING HOMELINK®
If you have any questions or are having diffi-
culty programming your HomeLink® but-
tons, refer to the HomeLink® web site at:
www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.
NOTE:
Place the ignition switch in the ON position
(without starting the engine) when pro-
gramming HomeLink®. It is also recom-
mended that a new battery be placed in the
hand-held transmitter of the device being
programmed to HomeLink® for quicker pro-
gramming and accurate transmission of the
radio frequency.
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER (if so equipped)
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OPERATING THE HOMELINK®
UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER
The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, after
it is programmed, can be used to activate the
programmed device. To operate, simply press
and release the appropriate programmed
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver button.
The amber indicator light will illuminate while
the signal is being transmitted.
For convenience, the hand-held transmitter
of the device may also be used at any time.
PROGRAMMING TROUBLE-
DIAGNOSIS
If the HomeLink® does not quickly learn the
hand-held transmitter information:
• replace the hand-held transmitter batterieswith new batteries.
• position the hand-held transmitter with its battery area facing away from the
HomeLink® surface.
• press and hold both the HomeLink® and hand-held transmitter buttons without
interruption. • position the hand-held transmitter1-3in
(2 - 8 cm) away from the HomeLink® sur-
face. Hold the transmitter in that position
for up to 15 seconds. If HomeLink® is not
programmed within that time, try holding
the transmitter in another position – keep-
ing the indicator light in view at all times.
If you continue to have programming difficul-
ties, please contact the INFINITI Consumer
Affairs Department. The phone numbers are
located in the Foreword of this manual.
CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED
INFORMATION
The following procedure clears the pro-
grammed information from both buttons. In-
dividual buttons cannot be cleared. However,
individual buttons can be reprogrammed. For
additional information, see “Reprogramming
a single HomeLink® button” (P. 2-73).
To clear all programming:
1. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink® buttons until the indicator light begins to
flash in approximately 10 seconds. Do not
hold for longer than 20 seconds.
2. Release both buttons. HomeLink® is now in the programming mode
and can be programmed at any time begin-
ning with “Programming HomeLink®” - Step
1.
REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE
HOMELINK® BUTTON
To reprogram a HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver button, complete the following:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink®
button. DO NOT release the button.
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the
HomeLink® button, proceed with “Pro-
gramming HomeLink®” - Step 1 (P. 2-70).
For questions or comments, contact
HomeLink® at: www.homelink.com or
1–800–355–3515 (except Mexico).
The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver but-
ton has now been reprogrammed. The new
device can be activated by pressing the
HomeLink® button that was just pro-
grammed. This procedure will not affect any
other programmed HomeLink® buttons.
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INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY
Your vehicle can only be driven with the Intel-
ligent Keys which are registered to your vehi-
cle’s Intelligent Key System components and
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
components.Never leave the keys in the vehicle.
As many as four Intelligent Keys can be reg-
istered and used with one vehicle. The new
keys must be registered prior to use with the
Intelligent Key System and INFINITI Vehicle
Immobilizer System of your vehicle. It is rec-
ommended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service. Since the registration process
requires erasing all memory in the Intelligent
Key components when registering new keys,
be sure to take all Intelligent Keys that you
have to an INFINITI retailer.A key number plate is supplied with your keys.
Record the key number and keep it in a safe
place (such as your wallet), not in the vehicle.
If you lose your keys, it is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for duplicates by
using the key number. INFINITI does not re-
cord key numbers so it is very important to
keep track of your key number plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, it can be
duplicated without knowing the key number.
CAUTION
Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key with
you when driving. The Intelligent Key is a
precision device with a built-in transmit-
ter. To avoid damaging it, please note the
following:
– The Intelligent Key is water resistant;
however, wetting may damage the In-
telligent Key. If the Intelligent Key gets
wet, immediately wipe until it is com-
pletely dry.
– Do not bend, drop or strike it against
another object.
– If the outside temperature is below 14°F
(-10°C), the battery of the Intelligent
Key may not function properly.LPD2848
Type A (if so equipped)
1. Intelligent Keys (two sets)
2. Mechanical key
3. Key number plate (one plate)
LPD2889
Type B (if so equipped)
KEYS
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•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 broadcast-
ing station.
• When in possession of wireless equipment, such as a cellular telephone, transceiver or
a CB radio.
• When the Intelligent Key is in contact with or covered by metallic materials.
• When any type of radio wave remote con- trol 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, see “Vehicle information display
warnings and indicators” (P. 2-21).
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously re-
ceiving radio waves, if the key is left near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and per-
sonal computer, the battery life may become
shorter.
For additional information, see “Battery re-
placement” (P. 8-22).
CAUTION
Listed below are conditions or occurrences
which will damage the Intelligent Key:
• Do not allow the Intelligent Key, which
contains electrical components, to come
into contact with water or salt water.
This could affect the system function.
• Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
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