headlight aiming INFINITI QX50 2023 Owners Manual

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 position is in any positionother than P (Park) or R (Reverse).
• when the vehicle is driven at above 16 mph (25 km/h) for the left-side headlight. 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 vehicle 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 or AUTO position
with bright ambient light. When you turn the
headlight switch to the
position for full
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 nec-
essary at dusk to turn on your headlights.
Failure to do so could cause an accident
injuring yourself and others.
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SYSTEM OPERATION
The Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) system
displays the following types of road signs:
OASpeed sign detected (in Canada)
OBSpeed sign detected (in USA)
OCSpeed sign detected (no speed limit
detected)
OD“Do not pass” sign detected
CAUTION
• The TSR system is intended as an aid to
careful driving. It is the driver’s responsi-
bility to stay alert, drive safely, and ob-
serve all road regulations that currently
apply, including looking out for road
signs. •
The TSR system may not function prop-
erly under the following conditions:
– When the road sign is not clearly vis-
ible, for example, due to damage or
weather conditions.
– When rain, snow or dirt adheres to
the windshield in front of the multi-
sensing camera unit.
– When the headlights are not bright,
for example, due to dirt on the lens or
if the aiming is not adjusted properly.
– When strong light enters the camera
unit. (For example, the light directly
shines on the front of the vehicle at
sunrise or sunset.)
– When a sudden change in brightness
occurs. (For example, when the ve-
hicle enters or exits a tunnel or under
a bridge.)
– In areas not covered by the naviga-
tion system.
– If there are deviations in relation to
the navigation, for example due to
changes in the road routing.
– When overtaking buses or trucks
with speed stickers.
LSD3330LSD3378
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LDW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for
the LDW system. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions for proper use of
the LDW system could result in serious in-
jury or death.
• This system is only a warning device to
inform the driver of a potential unin-
tended lane departure. It will not steer
the vehicle or prevent loss of control. It is
the driver’s responsibility to stay alert,
drive safely, keep the vehicle in the trav-
eling lane, and be in control of the vehicle
at all times.
• The system will not operate at speeds
below approximately 37 mph (60 km/h)
or if it cannot detect lane markers.
• Do not use the LDW system under the
following conditions as it may not func-
tion properly:
– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,
etc.).
– When driving on slippery roads, such
as on ice or snow.
– When driving on winding or uneven
roads. –
When there is a lane closure due to
road repairs.
– When driving in a makeshift or tem-
porary lane.
– When driving on roads where the lane
width is too narrow.
–
When driving without normal tire con- ditions (for example, tire wear, low tire
pressure, installation of spare tire, tire
chains, nonstandard wheels).
– When the vehicle is equipped with
non-original brake parts or suspen-
sion parts.
–
When you are towing a trailer or other vehicle.
The system may not function properly under
the following conditions:
• On roads where there are multiple parallel lane markers; lane markers that are faded
or not painted clearly; yellow painted lane
markers; non-standard lane markers; or
lane markers covered with water, dirt,
snow, etc.
• On roads where the discontinued lane markers are still detectable.
• On roads where there are sharp curves. • On roads where there are sharply contrast-
ing objects, such as shadows, snow, water,
wheel ruts, seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW system could de-
tect these items as lane markers.)
• On roads where the traveling lane merges or separates.
• When the vehicle’s traveling direction does not align with the lane marker.
• When traveling close to the vehicle in front of you, which obstructs the lane camera
unit detection range.
• When rain, snow, dirt or an object adheres to the windshield in front of the lane cam-
era unit.
• When the headlights are not bright due to dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not ad-
justed properly.
• When strong light enters the lane camera unit. (For example, the light directly shines
on the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset.)
• When a sudden change in brightness oc- curs. (For example, when the vehicle enters
or exits a tunnel or under a bridge.)
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LDP SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for
the LDP system. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions for proper use of
the LDP system could result in serious in-
jury or death.
• The LDP system may activate if you
change lanes without first activating
your turn signal or, for example, if a con-
struction zone directs traffic to cross an
existing lane marker. If this occurs you
may need to apply corrective steering to
complete your lane change.
• Because the LDP may not activate under
the road, weather, and lane marker con-
ditions described in this section, it may
not activate every time your vehicle be-
gins to leave its lane and you will need to
apply corrective steering.
•
The LDP system will not operate at speeds
below approximately 37 mph (60 km/h)
or if it cannot detect lane markers.
• Do not use the LDP system under the
following conditions as it may not func-
tion properly:
– During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,
etc.). –
When driving on slippery roads, such
as on ice or snow.
– When driving on winding or uneven
roads.
– When there is a lane closure due to
road repairs.
– When driving in a makeshift or tem-
porary lane.
– When driving on roads where the lane
width is too narrow.
–
When driving without normal tire con- ditions (for example, tire wear, low tire
pressure, installation of spare tire, tire
chains, non-standard wheels).
– When the vehicle is equipped with
nonoriginal brake parts or suspen-
sion parts.
– When you are towing a trailer or
other vehicle.
The system may not function properly un-
der the following conditions:
• On roads where there are multiple paral-
lel lane markers; lane markers that are
faded or not painted clearly; yellow
painted lane markers; non-standard lane
markers; or lane markers covered with
water, dirt, snow, etc. •
On roads where discontinued lane mark-
ers are still detectable.
• On roads where there are sharp curves.
•
On roads where there are sharply con-
trasting objects, such as shadows, snow,
water, wheel ruts, seams or lines remain-
ing after road repairs. (The LDP system
could detect these items as lane markers.)
• On roads where the traveling lane
merges or separates.
• When the vehicle’s traveling direction
does not align with the lane marker.
• When traveling close to the vehicle in
front of you, which obstructs the lane
camera unit detection range.
• When rain, snow or dirt adheres to the
windshield in front of the lane camera
unit.
• When the headlights are not bright due
to dirt on the lens or if the aiming is not
adjusted properly.
• When strong light enters the lane cam-
era unit. (For example, the light directly
shines on the front of the vehicle at sun-
rise or sunset.)
• When a sudden change in brightness oc-
curs. (For example, when the vehicle en-
ters or exits a tunnel or under a bridge.)
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–On roads where the traveling lane
merges or separates.
– When the vehicle’s traveling direction
does not align with the lane markers.
– When traveling close to the vehicle in
front of you, which obstructs the lane
camera unit detection range.
– When rain, snow or dirt adheres to
the windshield in front of a lane cam-
era unit.
– When the headlights are not bright
due to dirt on the lens or if aiming is
not adjusted properly.
– When strong light enters a lane cam-
era unit (e.g., light directly shines on
the front of the vehicle at sunrise or
sunset).
– When a sudden change in brightness
occurs (e.g., when the vehicle enters
or exits a tunnel or under a bridge).
• Do not use the BSI system under the fol-
lowing conditions because the system
may not function properly:
– During bad weather (e.g., rain, fog,
snow, etc.).
– When driving on slippery roads, such
as on ice or snow, etc. –
When driving on winding or uneven
roads.
– When there is a lane closure due to
road repairs.
– When driving in a makeshift lane.
– When driving on roads where the lane
width is too narrow.
– When driving with a tire that is not
within normal tire conditions (e.g.,
tire wear, low tire pressure, installa-
tion of spare tire, tire chains, non-
standard wheels).
– When the vehicle is equipped with
non-original brake parts or suspen-
sion parts.
• Do not use the BSI system when towing a
trailer.
• Excessive noise (e.g., audio system vol-
ume, open vehicle window) will interfere
with the chime sound, and it may not be
heard.
BSI DRIVING SITUATIONS
Another vehicle approaching from
behind
Illustration 1: The side indicator light illumi-
nates if a vehicle enters the detection zone
from behind in an adjacent lane.
However, if the overtaking vehicle is traveling
much faster than your vehicle, the indicator
light may not illuminate before the detected
vehicle is beside your vehicle. Always use the
side and rear mirrors and turn and look in the
direction your vehicle will move to ensure it is
safe to change lanes.
SSD1026
Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind
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11 Index
A
Active Engine Brake...............5-145
Activenoisecancellation ...........5-154 Active sound enhancement ........5-154
ActiveRideControl...............5-146
ActiveTraceControl ..............5-144
Aiming control, headlights ...........2-45
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).........................1-41
Air bag system ....................1-49
Front (See supplemental front impact air
bagsystem)....................1-49
Air bag warning labels ..............1-61
Air bag warning light, supplemental .....1-62
Airbagwarninglight...............1-62
Air cleaner housing filter .............8-16
Air cleaner .......................8-16
Air conditioner ....................4-36
Air conditioner operation ..........4-36
Air conditioner specification label . . .10-13
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............10-7
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) .................4-35
Heater and air conditioner controls . . .4-36
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-43
Alarm system (See vehicle security
system).........................2-33
Anchor point locations ..............1-26
Antenna ........................4-43 Anti-lock brake warning ligh
t.........2-10
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-140
Antifreeze ......................5-153
Armrests.........................1-5
Around View® Monitor .............4-11
Autolightswitch..................2-40
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ......3-34
Automaticbrakehold...............5-26
Automatic door locks ................3-6
Automatic.......................2-74 Automatic power window switch ....2-74
B
Battery replacement...............8-22
INFINITI Intelligent Key ...........8-22
Keyfob.......................8-22
Battery........................5-153 Charge warning light .............2-11
Before starting the engine ...........5-16
Belt (See drive belt) ................8-15
Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI) ........5-54
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ...........5-45
Boosterseats ....................1-38
Brake Assist .....................5-141
Brakefluid ......................8-10
Brakesystem ...................5-140
Brake.........................5-140 Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ....5-140
Brakefluid ....................8-10 Brakelight(Seestoplight).........
8-25
Brake system .................5-140
Brakewarninglight..............2-10
Brake wear indicators ........2-18,8-19
Self-adjusting brakes .............8-19
Brakes .........................8-19
Break-in schedule ................5-132
Brightnesscontrol.................2-46 Instrument panel ................2-46
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-10
Bulb replacement .................. 8-25
C
C.M.V.S.S. certification label .........10-12
Camera Aiding Sonar (parking sensor) . . .4-24
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants....................10-2
Car phone or CB radio ..............4-44
Cargo (See vehicle loading
information).....................10-17
Cargoareastoragebin.............. 2-65
Cargocover...................... 2-71
Cargolight ......................2-79
Chassis control ..................5-144
Check tire pressure ................ 2-28
Child restraint with top tether strap .....1-26
Child restraints ...................1-20
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers
forCHildren)System.............1-24

Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system..........2-14
Front air bag system (See supplemental
restraint system) ...................1-49
Front and rear sonar system switch .....2-51
Front and rear sonar system .........5-147
Front power seat adjustment ...........1-3
Frontseats........................1-2
Front-door pocket ..................2-61
Fuel efficient driving tips ............5-132
Fuel gauge ........................2-7
Fuel-filler door ....................3-28
Fuel............................10-2 Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................10-2
Fuel economy ..................5-133
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Fueloctanerating................10-5
Fuel recommendation .............10-4
Fuel-filler door and cap ............3-29
Loose fuel cap warning ............2-26
Fuses...........................8-20
Fusiblelinks ......................8-21
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver ......................2-80
Gascap.........................3-29
Gauge ...........................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Fuel gauge ......................2-7
Odometer .......................2-5 Speedometer
.................2-4,2-5
Tachometer .....................2-6
Trip odometer ....................2-5
General maintenance .................9-2
Gloveboxlock ....................2-62
Glovebox........................2-62
Grocery hooks .....................2-66
H
Hazardwarningflasherswitch..........6-2
Head restraints .....................1-7
Head Up Display (HUD) ..............2-52
Headlight aiming control .............2-45
Headlight and turn signal switch .......2-40
Headlight switch ..................2-40
Headlights, aiming control ............2-45
Headlights .......................8-24
Heated 2nd row seat switches ........2-50
Heated mirrors ....................3-36
Heated seats .....................2-49
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) . . .4-35
Heater and air conditioner settings ......4-42
Heater ..........................4-35
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..................4-35
Heater and air conditioner controls . . .4-36
Heater operation ................4-37
Hill start assist system ..............5-146
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ......2-80
Hood ...........................3-21
Hook ...........................2-65
Luggage hook ...................2-65 Horn ...........................
2-47
I
Ignition switch.................... 5-13
Push-button ignition switch .........5-13
Immobilizer system .................5-16
Important vehicle information label .....10-12
In-cabin microfilter .................8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-133
Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders) ........................2-9
INFINITI Drive Mode Selector .........5-29
INFINITI Intelligent Key System .........3-2
INFINITI InTouch® Owner’s Manual .....4-2
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ....2-34
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror ......3-34
Instrument brightness control .........2-46
Instrument panel dimmer switch .......2-46
Instrument panel ....................0-6
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) .....5-133
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
(for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist) .....5-84
Intelligent Key system ................3-8
Key operating range ...............3-8
Key operation ....................3-9
Mechanicalkey...................3-3
Remotekeylessentryoperation......3-13
Troubleshooting guide .............3-16
Warning signals ................. 3-16
Interiorlight......................2-78
ISOFIX child restraints ...............1-24
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Seat belt........................1-20
Childsafety ....................1-20
Infantsandsmallchildren ..........1-20
Injuredperson...................1-16
Largerchildren ..................1-21
Precautions on seat belt usage .......1-12
Pregnant women .................1-15
Seat belt extenders ...............1-19
Seat belt maintenance .............1-19
Seat belts ...................1-12,7-7
Three-pointtypewithretractor ......1-16
Seat ............................3-37
Memory seat ...............3-37,3-39
Seatback pockets ..................2-61
Seats/floormats....................7-6
Seats ............................1-2
Adjustment ......................1-2
Armrests........................1-5
Frontseats......................1-2
Heated seats ...................2-49
Rear bench seat ..................1-5
Security indicator light ...............2-13
Security system ...................2-34
(INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system),
engine start ............2-34,3-4,5-16
Security systems ...................2-33
Vehicle security system ............2-33
Self-adjusting brakes ................8-19
Service manual order form ...........10-37
Servicing air conditioner .............4-43
Spark plug replacement ..............8-15
Spark plugs .......................8-15
Specifications .....................10-9
Speedometer ......................2-4 SRS warning label
..................1-61
Stability control ...................5-142
Standard maintenance ...............9-9
Starting the engine .................5-16
Starting .........................5-16
Before starting the engine ..........5-16
Jump starting ...............6-5,8-14
Precautions when starting and
driving .....................5-4,5-10
Push starting ....................6-7
Starting the engine ...............5-16
Steering Assist switch (for vehicles with
ProPILOT Assist) ..................2-51
Steering wheel ....................3-31
Steering........................5-137 Power steering system ......5-137, 5-138
Stoplight........................8-25
Storagetray......................2-62
Storage .........................2-61
Sunvisors........................3-32
Sunglasses case ...................2-63
Sunglasses holder ..................2-63
Sunroof .........................2-75
Supplemental air bag warning labels .....1-61
Supplemental air bag warning light ......1-62
Supplemental front impact air bag
system..........................1-49
Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system) .........1-41
Supplemental restraint system .........1-61
Information and warning labels ......1-61
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ........................1-41 Switch
..........................2-40
Autolight switch .................
2-40
Automatic
power window switch .....2-74
Fog light switch .................2-47
Hazard warning flasher switch ........6-2
Headlight aiming control ...........2-45
Headlight and turn signal switch .....2-40
Instrument brightness control .......2-46
Power door lock switch .............3-5
Rear window wiper and washer
switches.......................2-38
Turn signal switch ................2-46
T
Tachometer.......................2-6
Temperature gauge ..................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Theft ........................... 2-34
(INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system),
enginestart ............ 2-34, 3-4, 5-16
Three-way catalyst ..................5-4
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ...........................5-5
Tirepressure......................2-14 Low tire pressure warning light ......2-14
Tire .............................6-3 Flat tire ........................6-3
Tire and Loading Information label . . .10-13
Tirechains.....................8-38
Tirepressure....................8-27
Tirerotation....................8-38
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