power steering INFINITI QX60 2023 User Guide

•When the temperature inside the vehicle is
higher than approximately 86°F (30°C),
unless the Air Conditioning ECO custom-
ize option is selected, and the ECO driving
mode is on. (When the air conditioner is
off, the Idling Stop System will operate.)
• When the front defroster is turned on.
• When more than 3 minutes have elapsed
since the Idling Stop System was active.
• When the accelerator pedal is depressed.
• When the steering wheel is operated. (The
steering wheel operation may become
heavy, but this is not a malfunction.)
• When the battery capacity is low.
• When the power consumption is high.
• When the shift lever is any range other
than D (Drive).
• When the Idling Stop OFF switch is
pushed.
• When the negative pressure of the brake
system is not sufficiently applied by de-
pressing the brake pedal several times.
NOTE:
The Idling Stop System may not active when
the Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle and
you open/close any door.
NOTE:
The following condition will prevent the
Idling Stop System from automatically re-
starting the engine. Starting the engine with
the ignition switch operation is then
necessary:
• The hood is open.
Use this system while waiting at a stop light,
etc. When the vehicle is stopped for long
periods of time, turn off the engine.
When the engine is stopped by the Idling Stop
System, heating, cooling and dehumidifying
functions will be deactivated. To avoid the air
conditioning functions from being deacti-
vated, turn off the Idling Stop System by
pushing the Idling Stop OFF switch.
RETROGRADE MOVEMENT
CONTROL FUNCTION
This system is designed to reduce the retro-
grade movement that occurs while the driv-
er’s foot changes from depressing the brake
pedal to the accelerator pedal when moving
the vehicle while the Idling Stop System is
active on a hilly road.
IDLING STOP SYSTEM DISPLAY
The status of the Idling Stop System can be
checked in the vehicle information display.
5-180Starting and driving

Parking brake:Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. The vehicle should be se-
curely held on a fairly steep hill with only the
parking brake applied. If the parking brake
needs adjustment, it is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat
belt system (for example, buckles, anchors,
adjusters and retractors) operate properly
and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying,
wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc., to en-
sure they operate smoothly and all latches
lock securely in every position. Check that the
head restraints/headrests move up and
down smoothly and the locks (if so equipped)
hold securely in all latched positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering system, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating the
heater or air conditioner. Windshield wiper and washer*:
Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time
you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery (for maintenance free batteries)*:
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed main-
tenance free battery. It is recommended that
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electronic accessories that consume battery power
when the engine is not running (Phone
chargers, GPS, DVD players, etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir. Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belt*: Make sure the drive belt is
not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 15 minutes for the oil
to drain back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound
of the exhaust seems unusual or there is a
smell of exhaust fumes, immediately have the
exhaust system inspected. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. For additional information, see “Ex-
haust gas (carbon monoxide)” (P. 5-4).
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping
from the air conditioner after use is normal. If
you should notice any leaks or if fuel fumes
are evident, check for the cause and have it
corrected immediately.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves,
etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure
the hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or
loose connections.
9-4Maintenance and schedules

• Crosswinds and rough roads will adverselyaffect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly
causing vehicle sway. When being passed
by larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect
vehicle handling.
Do the following if the trailer begins to sway:
1. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal to allow the vehicle to coast and steer as
straight ahead as the road conditions al-
low. This combination will help stabilize
the vehicle.
– Do not correct trailer sway by steering or applying the brakes.
2. When the trailer sway stops, gently apply the brakes and pull to the side of the road
in a safe area.
3. Try to rearrange the trailer load so it is balanced. For additional information, see
“Pre-towing tips” (P. 10-28).
• Be careful when passing other vehicles. Passing while towing a trailer requires con-
siderably more distance than normal pass-
ing. Remember, the length of the trailer
must also pass the other vehicle before you
can safely change lanes. • Downshift the transmission to a lower gear
for engine braking when driving down
steep or long hills. This will help slow the
vehicle without applying the brakes.
• Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or too frequently. This could cause the
brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency.
• Increase your following distance to allow for greater stopping distances while tow-
ing a trailer. Anticipate stops and brake
gradually.
• INFINITI recommends that the cruise con- trol not be used while towing a trailer.
• Some states or provinces have specific regulations and speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits.
• Check your hitch, trailer wiring harness connections, and trailer wheel lug nuts af-
ter 50 miles (80 km) of travel and at every
break.
• When launching a boat, don't allow the water level to go over the exhaust tail pipe
or rear bumper.
• Make sure you disconnect the trailer lights before backing the trailer into the water or
the trailer lights may burn out. When towing a trailer, differential gear oil,
transfer fluid and transmission oil/fluid
should be changed more frequently. For ad-
ditional information, see the “Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual.
FLAT TOWING FOR ALL–WHEEL
DRIVE VEHICLE (if so equipped)
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground is sometimes called flat towing.
This method is sometimes used when towing
a vehicle behind a recreational vehicle, such
as a motor home.
CAUTION
• Failure to follow these guidelines can re-
sult in severe transmission damage.
• Never flat tow your All-wheel drive
(AWD) vehicle.
• DO NOT tow your All-wheel drive
(AWD) vehicle with any wheels on the
ground. Doing so may cause serious and
expensive damage to the powertrain.
• For emergency towing procedures, see
“Towing recommended by INFINITI”
(P. 6-16).
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OilCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants
.............. .10-2Changing engine oil.............8-6Changing engine oil filter..........8-6Checking engine oil level..........8-6Engine oil.................. .8-6Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation..............10-6Engine oil viscosity.............10-7Outside mirrors............... .3-41Overhead sunglasses holder........2-103Overheat
If your vehicle overheats.........6-14Owner's manual order form........10-36Owner's manual/service manual order
information................. .10-36
P
Parking
Parking brake operation.........5-25Parking/parking on hills.........5-163Parking brake......2-15, 2-17, 2-21, 5-25Personal lights............... .2-115Power
Power door locks............. .3-5Power outlet............2-94, 2-95Power rear windows..........2-109Power steering system.........5-164Power windows............ .2-108Rear power windows..........2-109Power outlet............. .2-94, 2-95
Power steering............... .5-164Precautions
Maintenance precautions.........8-2On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions................. .5-8Precautions on booster
seats.............1-39, 1-45, 1-51Precautions on child
restraints...........1-39, 1-45, 1-51Precautions on seat belt usage......1-17Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-54Precautions when starting and
driving.................5-4, 5-10Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW)................... .5-140ProPILOT Assist...............5-84Push starting................. .6-14
R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio..........4-37Rain sensor.................. .2-75Readiness for inspection maintenance (I/M)
test..................... .10-34Rear Automatic Braking (RAB).......5-121Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).......5-72Rear Door Alert........2-38, 2-61, 2-92Rear power sunshade............2-111Rear power windows............2-109Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch..................... .2-77
Rear window wiper and washer
switches....................2-76RearView Monitor...............4-3Recommended Fluids.............10-2Recorders
Event Data.......... .10-34, 10-35Refrigerant recommendation........10-7Registering a vehicle in another
country................... .10-10Remote Engine Start.........3-18, 5-17Reporting safety defects (US only). . . .10-33Roadside assistance program.........6-2Roof rack...................2-107
S
Safety
Child safety rear door lock.........3-6Child seat belts. . .1-28, 1-39, 1-45, 1-51Reporting safety defects (US only). .10-33SeatMemory seat........... .3-43, 3-44Seat adjustment
2nd row seat adjustment..........1-53rd row seat adjustment..........1-7Front power seat adjustment.......1-3Seat beltChild safety................ .1-25Infants and small children.........1-26Injured person...............1-20Larger children...............1-27Precautions on seat belt usage......1-17Pregnant women.............1-20
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Seat belt extenders............1-24Seat belt maintenance...........1-25Seat belts.............. .1-17, 7-7Three-point type with retractor.....1-21Seat belt extenders..............1-24Seat belt warning light........1-20, 2-16Seat massage switch.............2-88Seatback pockets............. .2-101Seats
Adjustment................. .1-2Armrests.................. .1-8Front seats..................1-2Heated seats................2-84Seats/floor mats.............7-5, 7-7Security system
(INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system),
engine start
..........2-72, 3-3, 5-15Security systemsVehicle security system..........2-71Self-adjusting brakes............ .8-20Service manual order form.........10-36Servicing air conditioner...........4-36Smart Rear View Mirror...........3-34Spark plug replacement...........8-16Spark plugs.................. .8-16Specifications.................10-8Speedometer...............2-6, 2-7SRS warning label...............1-74Stability control...............5-168Standard maintenance.............9-9Starting
Before starting the engine........5-16Jump starting........... .6-12, 8-14
Precautions when starting and
driving................ .5-4, 5-10Push starting................6-14Starting the engine.............5-16Starting the engine............. .5-16Steering
Power steering system.........5-164Steering Assist switch
(for vehicles with ProPILOT Assist). . . .2-88Steering wheel............... .3-30Stop light................... .8-26Storage....................2-100Sun visors....................3-32Sunglasses case...............2-103Sunglasses holder..............2-103Sunroof................ .2-112, 7-5Supplemental air bag warning labels. . . .1-74Supplemental air bag warning
light.................. .1-75, 2-16Supplemental front impact air bag
system..................... .1-62Supplemental restraint system
Information and warning labels.....1-74Precautions on supplemental restraint
system................... .1-54Supplemental restraint system
(Supplemental air bag system).......1-54Switch
Autolight switch............. .2-78Automatic power window switch. . .2-110Hazard warning flasher switch......6-2Headlight aiming control.........2-82Headlight and turn signal switch.....2-77Headlight control switch.........2-77
Instrument brightness control......2-83Power door lock switch...........3-5Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch................... .2-77Rear window wiper and washer
switches...................2-76Turn signal switch.............2-83
T
Tachometer.................. .2-8Temperature gauge
Engine coolant temperature gauge. . . .2-9Theft(INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system),
engine start
..........2-72, 3-3, 5-15Three-way catalyst.............. .5-4Tire
Flat tire................ .6-3, 6-4Spare tire...............6-5, 8-41Tire and Loading Information label. .10-12Tire chains................ .8-38Tire pressure................8-28Tire rotation................8-39Types of tires................8-37Uniform tire quality grading. . . . . .10-31Wheel/tire size...............10-9Wheels and tires..........8-28, 10-9Tire pressure
Low tire pressure warning light.....2-18Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). .5-5Top tether strap child restraint.......1-35
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