park assist INFINITI QX50 2021 Owner's Manual

12. Glove box (P. 2-50)
13. Audio system controls*Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-41)
14. INFINITI controller*
15. Power outlet (P. 2-48) USB port*
Cup holders (P. 2-50)
Storage (P. 2-50)
16. Shift lever (P. 5-18)
17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-13) Electronic parking brake switch (P. 5-23)
Automatic brake hold switch (P. 5-25)
18. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)
19. ProPILOT Assist Switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-77)
Cruise control switches (if so equipped)
(P. 5-75)
Distance control switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-106)
Control panel and vehicle information
display switches (P. 2-19)
20. Driver supplemental knee air bag
(P. 1-41)
21. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel control
(P. 3-31) 22. Hood release (P. 3-21)
23. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-36)
Front and rear sonar system switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-160)
Steering assist switch (for vehicles with
ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped)
(P. 2-45)
Instrument panel liftgate switch (P. 3-21)
Headlight switch (P. 2-36)
Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-42)
Head Up Display (HUD) OFF switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
*: Refer to the separate INFINITI InTouchTM
Owner's Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
Illustrated table of contents0-7

12. Glove box (P. 2-50)
13. Audio system controls*Front passenger air bag status light
(P. 1-41)
14. INFINITI controller*
15. Power outlet (P. 2-48) USB port*
Cup holders (P. 2-50)
Storage (P. 2-50)
16. Shift lever (P. 5-18)
17. Push-button ignition switch (P. 5-13) Electronic parking brake switch (P. 5-23)
Automatic brake hold switch (P. 5-25)
18. Hazard warning flasher switch (P. 6-2)
19. ProPILOT Assist Switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-77)
Cruise control switches (if so equipped)
(P. 5-75)
Distance control switch (if so equipped)
(P. 5-106)
Control panel and vehicle information
display switches (P. 2-19)
20. Driver supplemental knee air bag
(P. 1-41)
21. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel control
(P. 3-31) 22. Hood release (P. 3-21)
23. Instrument brightness control (P. 2-36)
Front and rear sonar system switch
(if so equipped) (P. 5-160)
Steering assist switch (for vehicles with
ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped)
(P. 2-45)
Instrument panel liftgate switch (P. 3-21)
Headlight switch (P. 2-36)
Fog light switch (if so equipped) (P. 2-42)
Head Up Display (HUD) OFF switch
(if so equipped) (P. 2-46)
*: Refer to the separate INFINITI InTouchTM
Owner's Manual.
Refer to the page number indicated in paren-
theses for operating details.
Instruments and controls2-3

Warning/Indicator light (red)Warning/Indicator light (yellow) Warning/Indicator light (other)
orBrake warning lightorAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning lightAutomatic brake hold indicator light
(white/green)
Charge warning lightorElectronic parking brake
warning lightEco drive indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
Electric shift control system warning lightForward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system warning lightFront fog light indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
orElectronic parking brake
indicator lightFront passenger air bag status lightHigh Beam Assist indicator light (green)
Engine oil pressure warning lightLow tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light (blue)
Master warning lightMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)Side light and headlight indicator light
(green)
Seat belt warning light and chimeMaster warning lightTurn signal/hazard indicator lights (green)
Security indicator lightPower steering warning light
Supplemental air bag warning lightRear Automatic Braking (RAB) warning light
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
Instruments and controls2-9

Vehicle ahead detection
indicator
This indicator shows when the following sys-
tems (if so equipped) are engaged and have
detected a vehicle:
• Distance Control Assist (DCA)
• Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) withPedestrian Detection
• Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW)
For additional information, see “Distance
Control Assist (DCA)” (P. 5-106), “Forward
Emergency Braking (FEB) with Pedestrian
Detection” (P. 5-123) or “Predictive Forward
Collision Warning (PFCW)” (P. 5-133) Your vehicle has two types of security
systems:
• Vehicle security system
• INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
The vehicle security system provides visual
and audible alarm signals if someone opens
the doors, liftgate or hood when the system is
armed. It is not, however, a motion detection
type system that activates when a vehicle is
moved or when a vibration occurs.The system helps deter vehicle theft but can-
not prevent it nor can it prevent the theft of
interior or exterior vehicle components in all
situations. Always secure your vehicle even if
parking for a brief period. Never leave your
Intelligent Key in the vehicle, and always lock
the vehicle when unattended. Be aware of
your surroundings, and park in secure, well-lit
areas whenever possible.
Many devices offering additional protection,
such as component locks, identification
markers, and tracking systems, are available
at auto supply stores and specialty shops. An
INFINITI retailer may also offer such equip-
ment. Check with your insurance company to
see if you may be eligible for discounts for
various theft protection features.
How to arm the vehicle security
system
1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if so
equipped). (The system can be armed even
if the windows and moonroof are open.)
2. Remove the Intelligent Key from the vehicle.
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SECURITY SYSTEMS
Instruments and controls2-29

Be sure you do not put anything on top of the
autolight sensor located in the top side
O1of
the instrument panel. The autolight sensor
controls the autolight; if it is covered, the
autolight sensor reacts as if it is dark out and
the headlights will illuminate. If this occurs
while parked with the engine off and the ig-
nition switch placed in the ON position, your
vehicle's battery could become discharged.Headlight beam select
1To select the high beam function, rotate
the headlight control switch to the
position, then push the lever forward.
The high beam lights come on and the
light illuminates.
2Pull the lever back to select the low beam.
3Pulling and releasing the lever flashes the
headlight high beams on and off.
High Beam Assist
The High Beam Assist system will operate
when the vehicle is driven at speeds of ap-
proximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and above. If
an oncoming vehicle or leading vehicle ap-
pears in front of your vehicle when the head-
light high beam is on, the headlight will be
switched to the low beam automatically.
WARNING
• The High Beam Assist system is a conve-
nience but it is not a substitute for safe
driving operation. The driver should re-
main alert at all times, ensure safe driv-
ing practices and switch the high beams
and low beam manually when necessary.
• The high beam or low beam may not
switch automatically under the follow-
ing conditions. Switch the high beam and
low beam manually.
– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,
wind, etc.).
– When a light source similar to a head-
light or tail light is in the vicinity of the
vehicle.
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Instruments and controls2-37

Other conditions may affect the function of
the Remote Engine Start feature. For addi-
tional information, see “Conditions the Re-
mote Engine Start will not work” (P. 3-20).
Other conditions can affect the performance
of the Intelligent Key transmitter. For addi-
tional information, see “INFINITI Intelligent
Key” (P. 3-6).
REMOTE ENGINE START
OPERATING RANGE
WARNING
To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the ve-
hicle and/or its systems, including entrap-
ment in windows or inadvertent door lock
activation, do not leave children, people
who require the assistance of others or
pets unattended in your vehicle. Addition-
ally, the temperature inside 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.
CAUTION
When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or other strong radio wave
sources are present near the operating lo-
cation, the Intelligent Key operating range
becomes narrower, and the Intelligent Key
may not function properly.
The Remote Engine Start function can only
be used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range from the vehicle.
The Remote Engine Start operating range is
approximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle.
REMOTE STARTING THE
VEHICLE
To use the Remote Engine Start feature to
start the engine perform the following:
1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
2. Press the
button to lock all doors.
3. Within 5 seconds press and hold the
button until the turn signal lights flash and
the tail lamps turn on. If the vehicle is not
within view press and hold the
but-
ton for at least 2 seconds. The following events will occur when the en-
gine starts:
• The parking lights will turn on and remain
on as long as the engine is running.
• The doors will be locked and the climate control system may come on.
• The engine will continue to run for 10 min- utes. Repeat the steps to extend the time
for an additional 10 minutes. For additional
information, see “Extending engine run
time” (P. 3-19).
Depress and hold the brake then push the
push-button ignition switch to the ON posi-
tion before driving. For additional informa-
tion, see “Driving the vehicle” (P. 5-18).
EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The Remote Engine Start feature can be ex-
tended one time by performing the steps
listed in “Remote starting the vehicle” in this
section. Run time will be calculated as
follows:
• The first 10–minute run time will start when the Remote Engine Start function is
performed.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-19

OPERATING THE POWER
LIFTGATE
WARNING
• Make sure that all passengers have their
hands, etc., inside the vehicle before
closing the liftgate. •
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 or pets.
NOTE:
To open, close or reverse the power liftgate,
engage the P (Park) position. Also, the
power liftgate will not operate if the battery
voltage is low.
Power Open:
The power liftgate automatically moves from
the fully closed position to the fully open
position in approximately 5 to 8 seconds. The
power open feature can be activated by the
switch on the Intelligent Key, the instrument
panel switch or the liftgate opener switch
OA.
A chime sounds to indicate the power open
sequence has been started.
LPD3058
Instrument panel switch
LPD2755
Liftgate opener switch and request switch
3-22Pre-driving checks and adjustments

DCA driving situations.....................5-114
System temporarily unavailable .............5-115
System maintenance ....................... 5-117
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) .................5-118
RAB system operation .....................5-119
Turning the RAB system on/off ............5-120
RAB system limitations .....................5-120
System malfunction ........................ 5-122
System maintenance ....................... 5-122
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system ..................5-123
System operation .......................... 5-124
Turning the FEB with Pedestrian
Detection system on/off ...................5-126
FEB with Pedestrian Detection system
limitations ................................. 5-127
System temporarily unavailable .............5-130
System malfunction ........................ 5-131
System maintenance ....................... 5-132
Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW) ...................................... 5-133
PFCW system operation ...................5-135
Turning the PFCW system on/off ..........5-136
PFCW system limitations ...................5-137
System temporarily unavailable .............5-142 System malfunction
........................ 5-143
System maintenance ....................... 5-143
Break-in schedule ............................. 5-144
Fuel efficient driving tips ......................5-144
Increasing fuel economy .......................5-145
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
(if so equipped) ............................... 5-146
Parking/parking on hills .......................5-148
Power steering ............................... 5-149
Electric power steering type ................5-149
Direct Adaptive Steering® type .............5-150
Brake system ................................. 5-152
Brake precautions ..........................
5-152
Anti-lock

Braking System (ABS) .............5-152
Brake Assist ............................... 5-153
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ........5-154
Brake force distribution ....................5-155
Chassis Control ............................... 5-156
Active Trace Control ....................... 5-156
Active Engine Brake ........................ 5-157
Active Ride Control ........................ 5-158
Hill start assist system ........................ 5-159
Front and rear sonar system (if so equipped) . . . 5-160 System operation .......................... 5-160

WARNING
• Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the assistance of
others alone in your vehicle. Pets should
also not be left alone. They could acci-
dentally injure themselves or others
through inadvertent operation of the
vehicle. Also, on hot, sunny days, tem-
peratures in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to cause se-
vere or possibly fatal injuries to people or
animals.
• Properly secure all cargo with ropes or
straps to help prevent it from sliding or
shifting. Do not place cargo higher than
the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or colli-
sion, unsecured cargo could cause per-
sonal injury.
EXHAUST GAS (carbon monoxide)
WARNING
• Do not breathe exhaust gases; they con-
tain colorless and odorless carbon mon-
oxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous. It
can cause unconsciousness or death. •
If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all win-
dows fully open, and have the vehicle in-
spected immediately.
• Do not run the engine in closed spaces
such as a garage.
• Do not park the vehicle with the engine
running for any extended length of time.
• Keep the rear vent windows, liftgates,
doors and trunk lids (if so equipped)
closed while driving, otherwise exhaust
gases could be drawn into the passenger
compartment. If you must drive with one
of these open, follow these precautions:
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the
air recirculation button
to off and the fan control dial to high
to circulate the air.
• If electrical wiring or other cable connec-
tions must pass to a trailer through the
seal on the liftgate or the body, follow
the manufacturer's recommendation to
prevent carbon monoxide entry into the
vehicle.
• The exhaust system and body should be
inspected by a qualified mechanic when-
ever:
a. The vehicle is raised for service. b. You suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering into the passenger
compartment.
c. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust system.
d. You have had an accident involving damage to the exhaust system, un-
derbody, or rear of the vehicle.
THREE-WAY CATALYST
The three-way catalyst is an emission control
device installed in the exhaust system. Ex-
haust gases in the three-way catalyst are
burned at high temperatures to help reduce
pollutants.
WARNING
• The exhaust gas and the exhaust system
are very hot. Keep people, animals or
flammable materials away from the ex-
haust system components.
• Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry grass,
waste paper or rags. They may ignite and
cause a fire.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
AND DRIVING
5-4Starting and driving

TURNING THE TRAFFIC SIGN
RECOGNITION (TSR) SYSTEM ON
AND OFF
Perform the following steps to enable or dis-
able the TSR system.
1. Press the MENU button
O1below the
lower display screen.
2. Select “Driver Assistance.”
3. Select “Traffic Sign Assist.”
4. Select “ON” to turn the “Traffic Sign Rec- ognition” system on or off.
SYSTEM TEMPORARILY
UNAVAILABLE
If the vehicle is parked in direct sunlight under
high temperature conditions (over approxi-
mately 104°F [40°C]) and then started, the
TSR system may be deactivated automati-
cally. The “Not Available: High Camera
Temp.” warning message will appear in the
vehicle information display.
Action to take:
When the interior temperature is reduced, the
TSR system will resume operating
automatically.
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
If the TSR system malfunctions, it will be
turned off automatically and the system
“Malfunction” warning message will appear
in the vehicle information display.
Action to take:
If the TSR “Malfunction” message appears,
pull of the road at a safe location and stop the
vehicle. Turn the engine off and restart the
engine. If the TSR “Malfunction” message
continues to appear, have the system
checked. It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The TSR system uses the same multi-sensing
front camera unit that is used by the Lane
Departure Warning (LDW) system, located in
front of the interior rearview mirror. For ad-
ditional information, see ”System mainte-
nance” (P. 5-39).
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5-34Starting and driving