key INFINITI QX50 2021 Owner's Guide

INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM KEYS
Additional or replacement keys:
If you still have a key, the key number is not
necessary when you need extra INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System keys. Your existing
key can be duplicated without knowing the
key number. As many as four INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System keys can be used
with one vehicle. You should bring all
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System keys
that you have to the INFINITI retailer for
registration. This is because the registration
process will erase the memory of all key
codes previously registered into the INFINITI
Vehicle Immobilizer System. After the regis-
tration process, these components will only
recognize keys coded into the INFINITI Ve-
hicle Immobilizer System during registration.
Any key that is not given to the retailer at the
time of registration will no longer be able to
start your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not allow the immobilizer system key,
which contains an electrical transponder,
to come into contact with water or salt
water. This could affect system function. When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be
opened using the inside or outside door
handles. The doors must be unlocked to open
the doors.
WARNING
• Always have the doors locked while driv-
ing. Along with the use of seat belts, this
provides greater safety in the event of an
accident by helping to prevent persons
from being thrown from the vehicle. This
also helps keep children and others from
unintentionally opening the doors, and
will help keep out intruders.
• Before opening any door, always look for
and avoid oncoming traffic.
• To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the ve-
hicle 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.
LOCKING WITH KEY
To lock or unlock the driver’s door, turn the
key toward the front of the vehicle
O1.
To unlock the driver’s door, turn the key to-
ward the rear of the vehicle
O3, then return it
to the neutral position
O2.
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Driver’s door
DOORS
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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
O1, then close
the door.
To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position
O2.
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
O1, then
close the door.
To unlock the door without the key, move the
inside lock knob to the unlock position
O2.
For front doors, the door can also be un-
locked by pulling on the inside handle lever
one time
O3.
LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH
To lock all the doors without a key, push the
door lock switch (driver's or front passenger's
side) to the lock position
O1. When locking
the door this way, be certain not to leave the
key inside the vehicle.
To unlock all the doors without a key, push
the door lock switch (driver's or front passen-
ger's side) to the unlock position
O2.
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Inside lock
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Inside lock
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Lockout protection
When any door is open and the power door
lock switch is moved to the lock position, all
doors will lock. If the Intelligent Key is left in
the vehicle after the door is closed, all doors
will unlock automatically and a chime will
sound.
These functions help to prevent the Intelli-
gent Key from being accidentally locked in-
side the vehicle.
AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS
• All doors lock automatically when the ve-hicle speed reaches 15 mph (24 km/h).
• All doors unlock automatically when the transmission is placed in the P (Park) posi-
tion or when the ignition switch is placed in
the OFF position depending on the option
selected in the “Comfort & Convenience”
options of the “Settings” menu.
NOTE:The Auto unlock features can be changed
using “Comfort & Convenience” options in
the “Settings” menu of the lower touch-
screen display. For additional information,
refer to the separate INFINITI InTouch™
Owner’s Manual.
CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR
LOCK
Child safety locks help prevent the rear doors
from being opened accidentally, especially
when small children are in the vehicle.
The child safety lock levers are located on the
edge of the rear doors.
When the lever is in the LOCK position, the
door can be opened only from the outside.
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 communi-
cation systems. Do not operate the Intel-
ligent Key while on an airplane. Make
sure the buttons are not operated unin-
tentionally 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 illu-
minated to confirm that the electronic
parking brake is applied. The electronic
parking brake warning light will remain
on for a period of time after the driver’s
door is locked.
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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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•Do not strike the Intelligent Key sharply
against another object.
• Do not change or modify the Intelligent
Key.
• Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet, im-
mediately wipe until it is completely dry.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key for an
extended period in an area where tem-
peratures exceed 140°F (60°C).
• Do not attach the Intelligent Key with a
key holder that contains a magnet.
• Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment and
personal computers.
If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI
recommends erasing the ID code of that In-
telligent Key from the vehicle. This may pre-
vent the unauthorized use of the Intelligent
Key to operate the vehicle. For information
regarding the erasing procedure, it is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer.
OPERATING RANGE
The Intelligent Key functions can only be used
when the Intelligent Key is within the speci-
fied operating range from the door handle
request switch or the one touch unlock sen-
sor
O1. When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key operating range becomes narrower, and
the Intelligent Key may not function properly.
The operating range is within 31.5 in (80 cm)
from each request switch or one touch unlock
sensor
O1.
If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door
glass, handle or rear bumper, the request
switches or the one touch unlock sensor may
not function.
If any of the front doors are recently closed
and locked, you must wait 2 seconds before
you can unlock the door with the one touch
unlock sensor. Pulling the handle within 2
seconds of locking the door will allow you
time to confirm that the door has been locked
without accidentally unlocking the door with
the one touch unlock sensor.
If you pull the door handle with your gloved
hand, the one touch unlock sensor operation
may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the operat-
ing range, it is possible for anyone, even
someone who does not carry the Intelligent
Key, to push the request switch or the one
touch unlock sensor to lock/unlock the door
within range.
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DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS
PRECAUTION
• Do not push the door handle request switchwith the Intelligent Key held in your hand as
illustrated. The close distance to the door
handle will cause the Intelligent Key system
to have difficulty recognizing that the Intel-
ligent Key is outside the vehicle.
• Within 2 seconds after the doors are locked using the door handle request switch, make
sure that the doors have been securely
locked by operating the door handles. • To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
left inside the vehicle, make sure you carry
the key with you before locking the doors
and liftgate.
• The Intelligent Key system (opening/ closing doors with the door handle request
switch or the one touch unlock sensor) can
be set to remain inactive. For additional
information, refer to the separate INFINITI
InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
• The door cannot be unlocked using the one touch unlock operation after locking the
door within 2 seconds. To unlock the door,
release the one touch unlock sensor once
and touch it again.
• If a large amount of water runs down on the door handle (for example, when wash-
ing the vehicle or in heavy rain), the door
may unlock if the Intelligent Key is in range
of operation. To prevent the door from be-
ing unlocked, the Intelligent Key should be
more than 7 ft (2 m) away from the vehicle.
• Do not hold and pull the door handle quickly. The door will be unlocked but will
not open. Release the door handle once
and pull it again to open the door.
• If you pull the door handle with a gloved hand, the one touch unlock operation may
not function.
INFINITI INTELLIGENT KEY
OPERATION
You can lock or unlock the doors without
taking the Intelligent Key out of your pocket
or bag.
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When you carry the Intelligent Key with you
and Selective Door Unlock is turned on using
“Comfort & Convenience” options in the “Set-
tings” menu of the lower touch-screen dis-
play, you can unlock the corresponding door
by touching the one touch unlock sensor
OB(driver’s or front passenger’s) within the
range of operation. After touching the one
touch unlock sensor, the door handle request
switch
OA(driver’s or front passenger’s) can
be pushed to unlock all doors.
When Selective Door Unlock is turned off in
the “Comfort & Convenience” options of the
“Settings” menu of the lower touch-screen
display and when carrying the Intelligent Key, you can unlock all doors by touching a one
touch unlock sensor
OBwithin the range of
operation.
You can lock all doors by pushing the door
handle request switch
OA(driver’s or front
passenger’s) once.
NOTE:
Selective Door Unlock can be changed using
“Comfort & Convenience” options in the
“Settings” menu of the lower touch-screen
display. For additional information, refer to
the separate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s
Manual.
Locking all doors and fuel-filler
door
1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF posi- tion and make sure you carry the Intelli-
gent Key with you.
2. Close all doors.
3. Push the door handle request switch (driv- er’s or front passenger’s)
OAwhile carry-
ing the Intelligent Key with you.
4. All the doors, liftgate and fuel-filler door will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the outside chime sounds twice.
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NOTE:
• The one touch sensors and requestswitches for all doors and liftgate can be
deactivated when the Lock/Unlock by
Door Handle setting is switched to OFF in
“Comfort & Convenience” options of the
“Settings” menu of the lower touch-
screen display. For additional information,
refer to the separate INFINITI InTouch™
Owner’s Manual.
• Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is placed in the
ON position. • Doors will not lock by pushing the door
handle request switch with the Intelligent
Key inside the vehicle. However, when an
Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle, doors
can be locked with another registered In-
telligent Key.
WARNING
After locking the doors using the request
switch, make sure that the doors have been
securely locked by operating the door
handles within two seconds of locking.
Failure to follow these instructions may re-
sult in inadvertently unlocking the doors,
which may decrease the safety and secu-
rity of your vehicle.
CAUTION
• When locking the doors using the re-
quest switch, make sure to have the In-
telligent Key in your possession before
operating the request switch to prevent
the Intelligent Key from being left in the
vehicle.
• The request switch is operational only
when the Intelligent Key has been de-
tected by the Intelligent Key system.
Lockout protection
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
accidentally locked in the vehicle, lockout
protection is equipped with the Intelligent
Key.
When the driver’s side door is open, the doors
are locked, then the Intelligent Key is left
inside the vehicle and the door is closed, all
doors will unlock automatically.
NOTE:
The doors may not lock when the Intelligent
Key is in the same hand that is operating the
request switch to lock the door. Put the In-
telligent Key in a purse, pocket or your other
hand.
CAUTION
The lockout protection may not function
under the following conditions:
• When the Intelligent Key is placed on top
of the instrument panel.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside
the glove box or a storage bin.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside
the door pockets.
• When the Intelligent Key is placed inside
or near metallic materials.
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Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door
1. Touch the one touch unlock sensorOB(driver’s or front passenger’s) while carry-
ing the Intelligent Key with you.
2. The door handle welcome lights illumi- nate, the hazard indicator lights flash once
and the vehicle beeps once.
If Selective Door Unlock is turned on in
“Vehicle Settings” of the lower touch-
screen display, the corresponding door
will unlock. If Selective Door Unlock is
turned off, all doors will unlock. 3. If Selective Door Unlock is turned on in
“Vehicle Settings” of the lower touch-
screen display, push the door handle re-
quest switchOA(driver’s or front passen-
ger’s) within 1 minute.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once and the vehicle beeps once again. All doors, lift-
gate and fuel-filler door will unlock.
NOTE:
The unlocking operation can be changed in
Selective Door Unlock in the “Comfort &
Convenience” options of the “Settings”
menu of the lower touch-screen display. For
additional information, refer to the separate
INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
All doors and the fuel-filler door will lock
automatically unless one of the following op-
erations is performed within 1 minute after
pushing the request switch or one touch un-
lock operation while the doors are locked.
• Opening any door.
• Pushing the ignition switch.
During this 1–minute time period, if the
button on the Intelligent Key is pushed, all
doors will be locked automatically after an-
other 1 minute has passed.
NOTE:
The one-touch unlock sensor can be deacti-
vated when the Touch Sensitive Door Sensor
setting is switched to OFF in the “Comfort &
Convenience” options of the “Settings”
menu of the lower touch-screen display. For
additional information, refer to the separate
INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s Manual.
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If a door handle is pulled too quickly while
unlocking the doors using the one touch un-
lock sensor, you may be unable to open the
door. Returning the door handle to its original
position will allow you to open the door.
Using the interior lights
The interior lights illuminate for a period of
time when a door is unlocked.
The lights can be turned off without waiting
by performing one of the following
operations:
• Placing the ignition switch in the ONposition.
• Locking the doors with the Intelligent Key.
• Switching the interior light switch to the OFF position.
For additional information, see “Interior
lights” (P. 2-68).
Door handle welcome lights
When you unlock the doors using the Intelli-
gent Key, request switch or one touch unlock
sensor, the door handle welcome lights
OAwill illuminate for a period of time. The wel-
come lights will also illuminate when you
open an unlocked door without carrying the
Intelligent Key with you. When you lock the
doors using the Intelligent Key or request
switch, the door handle welcome lights fade
out.
NOTE:
The door handle welcome lights and one
touch unlock sensor can be deactivated in
the ”Comfort & Convenience” options of the
“Settings” menu in the lower touch-screen
display. For additional information, refer to
the separate INFINITI InTouch™ Owner’s
Manual.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE
KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION
The remote keyless entry function can oper-
ate all door locks using the remote keyless
function of the Intelligent Key. The remote
keyless function can operate at a distance of
10 m (33 ft) away from the vehicle. The op-
erating distance depends upon the conditions
around the vehicle.
The remote keyless entry function will not
function under the following conditions:
• When the Intelligent Key is not within the operational range.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged.
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