power steering INFINITI QX60 2023 Owners Manual

Warning/Indicator
light (red) Name Page
or
Brake warning
light 2-14
Charge warning
light 2-15
Electric shift con-
trol system
warning light (if so equipped) 2-15
or
Electronic parking
brake indicator light 2-15
Warning/
Indicator
light (red) Name Page
Engine oil pressure
warning light (if so equipped) 2-15
Master warning
light (if soequipped) 2-16
Seat belt warning
light (if soequipped) 2-16
Steering Assist
Hands Off
warning light (if so equipped) 2-16
Supplemental air
bag warning light 2-16
Warning/
Indicator light
(yellow) Name Page
or
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS)warning light 2-17
Electric power
steering warning light 2-17
Electronic parking
brake warning light (if soequipped) 2-17
Forward Emer-
gency Braking
(FEB) with Pedes- trian Detection
system warning light 2-17
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Illustrated table of contents0-9

Climate controlled seat switches
(if so equipped)................................ 2-84
Heated seat switches (if so equipped) ...........2-85
Heated 2nd row seat switches (if so equipped) . . 2-86
Heated steering wheel switch (if so equipped) . . . 2-87
Steering Assist switch (for vehicles with
ProPILOT Assist) (if so equipped) ...............2-88
Seat massage switch (if so equipped) ...........2-88
Head Up Display (HUD) (if so equipped) .........2-89
HowtousetheHUD........................ 2-90
Driver Assistance/Navigation linking .........2-91
Emergency call (SOS) button ...................2-92
Rear Door Alert ................................ 2-92
Power outlets ................................. 2-94
12v outlets ................................. 2-94
120v outlet (if so equipped) .................2-95
USB/iPod® charging ports .....................2-96
Wireless charger ............................... 2-97
Wireless charger indicator ...................2-98
Wireless charger operation ..................2-98
Extended storage switch .......................2-99
Storage ...................................... 2-100
Front-door pockets ........................ 2-100Lower console storage tray
................2-100
Seatback pockets .......................... 2-101
Glove box .................................. 2-101
Console box ............................... 2-102
Second row console (if so equipped) ........2-102
Overhead sunglasses storage ...............2-103
Cup holders ................................ 2-104
Cargo area storage bin .....................2-106
Luggage hooks ............................ 2-106
Roof rack (if so equipped) ..................2-107
Windows ..................................... 2-108
Power windows ........................... 2-108
Rear door sunshade (if so equipped) ........2-111
Power moonroof ............................. 2-111
Automatic moonroof and sunshade .........2-112
Interior

lights ................................. 2-114
Console light ............................... 2-114
Map lights ................................. 2-115
Personal lights ............................. 2-115
Cargo light ................................ 2-115
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-116
Programming HomeLink® ..................2-116

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) (if so equipped)
Charge warning lightElectric power steering warning lightHigh Beam Assist indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
Electric shift control system warning light
(if so equipped)Electronic parking brake warning light
(if so equipped)High beam indicator light (blue)
(if so equipped)
orElectronic parking brake
indicator lightForward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system warning lightLow beam indicator light (green)
(if so equipped)
Engine oil pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Front passenger air bag status lightSide light and headlight indicator light
(green) (if so equipped)
Master warning light (if so equipped)Low tire pressure warning light
(if so equipped)Turn signal/hazard indicator lights (green)
(if so equipped)
Seat belt warning light (if so equipped)Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
(if so equipped)
WARNING LIGHTS, INDICATOR
LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE REMINDERS
2-12Instruments and controls

orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS)
warning light
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the ABS warning light illuminates
and then turns off. This indicates the ABS is
operational.
If the ABS light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the anti-lock braking
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system then
operates normally, but without anti-lock as-
sistance. For additional information, see
“Brake system” (P. 5-165).
Electric power steering
warning light
WARNING
• If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. Steering will be
harder to operate. •
When the electric power steering
warning light illuminates with the engine
running, there will be no power assist for
the steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle but the steering will be harder
to operate. Have the power steering sys-
tem checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the electric power steering warning
light illuminates. After starting the engine, the
electric power steering warning light turns
off. This indicates that the electric power
steering system is operational.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the power steering system is not
functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the hydraulic pump electric power
steering system checked. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the steering
but you will still have control of the vehicle. At
this time, greater steering effort is required to
operate the steering wheel, especially in
sharp turns and at low speeds. For additional information, see “Power steer-
ing” (P. 5-164).
Electronic parking brake
warning light (if so equipped)
When the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, the electronic parking brake warning
light illuminates and then turns off.
The electronic parking brake system warning
light functions for the electronic parking
brake system. If the warning light illuminates,
it may indicate the electronic parking brake
system is not functioning properly. Have the
system checked. It is recommended that you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
For additional information, see “Parking
brake” (P. 5-25).
Forward Emergency Braking
(FEB) with Pedestrian
Detection system warning
light
This light comes on when the ignition switch
is placed in the ON position. It turns off after
the engine is started.
This light illuminates when the FEB with Pe-
destrian Detection system or the Predictive
Instruments and controls2-17

3 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Keys.............................................3-2
INFINITI Intelligent Key .......................3-2
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
keys ..........................................3-3
Doors ...........................................3-4
Locking with key ..............................3-4
Locking with inside lock knob ..................3-5
Locking with power door lock switch ..........3-5
Automatic door locks .........................3-6
Child safety rear door lock .....................3-6
INFINITI Intelligent Key System ...................3-6
Operating range ..............................3-8
Door locks/unlocks precaution ................3-9
INFINITI Intelligent Key operation .............3-9
How to use the remote keyless entry
function .................................... 3-14
Warning signals ............................. 3-16
Troubleshooting guide ......................3-16
Remote Engine Start (if so equipped) ...........3-18
Remote Engine Start operating range ........3-18
Remote starting the vehicle ..................3-19
Extending engine run time ...................3-19
Canceling a Remote Engine Start ............3-19
Conditions the Remote Engine Start will
not work ................................... 3-20Hood
.......................................... 3-21
Liftgate ....................................... 3-21
Operating the power liftgate ................3-22
Motion-Activated Liftgate
(if so equipped) ............................. 3-24
Liftgate release ............................. 3-25
Liftgate position setting .....................3-26
Fuel-filler door ................................. 3-27
Opening the fuel-filler door ..................3-27
How to refuel ............................... 3-28
When refueling from a portable fuel
container ................................... 3-30
Steering wheel ................................. 3-30
Manual operation (if so equipped) ...........3-31
Automatic operation (if so equipped) .........3-31
Sun visors ..................................... 3-32
Vanity mirrors .............................. 3-33
Card holder ................................. 3-33
Mirrors ........................................ 3-33
Automatic
anti-glare rearview mirror
(if so equipped) ............................. 3-33
Smart rear view mirror (if so equipped) .......3-34
Outside mirrors ............................. 3-41

System malfunction........................ 5-127
System maintenance ....................... 5-127
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection .......................... 5-128
FEB with Pedestrian Detection system
operation .................................. 5-129
Turning the FEB with Pedestrian
Detection system ON/OFF ................5-131
FEB with Pedestrian Detection system
limitations ................................. 5-133
System temporarily unavailable .............5-136
System malfunction ........................ 5-138
System maintenance ....................... 5-139
Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW) ...................................... 5-140
PFCW system operation ...................5-143
Turning the PFCW system on/off ..........5-144
PFCW system limitations ...................5-146
System temporarily unavailable .............5-152
System malfunction ........................ 5-154
System maintenance ....................... 5-155
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) (if so equipped) . . . 5-156 Driver Attention Alert (DAA) system
operation .................................. 5-157How to enable/disable the Driver
Attention Alert (DAA) system
...............5-158
Driver Attention Alert (DAA) system
limitations ................................. 5-158
Break-in schedule ............................. 5-159
Fuel efficient driving tips ......................5-160
Increasing fuel economy .......................5-161
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
(if so equipped) ............................... 5-161
Parking/parking on hills .......................5-163
Power steering ............................... 5-164
Brake system ................................. 5-165
Brake precautions .......................... 5-165
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .............5-166
Brake Assist ............................... 5-167
Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system .......5-167
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ........5-168
Brake force distribution ....................5-169
Chassis Control ............................... 5-170
Active
Trace Control ....................... 5-170
Active Ride Control (if so equipped) .........5-171
Hill start assist system ........................ 5-171
Front and Rear Sonar System (if so equipped) . . 5-172

NOTE:
• When the INFINITI Drive Mode Selectorselects a mode, the mode may not switch
immediately. This is not a malfunction.
• The current mode is displayed in the ve- hicle information display. The mode list
will appear in the vehicle information dis-
play and you can select the mode.
• The mode list will be turned off in approxi- mately 5 seconds after the mode is se-
lected. You can also clear the message by
pressing the OK button on the steering
wheel switch.
• If the driving mode cannot be switched us- ing the INFINITI Drive Mode Selector
when the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion, have the system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
• The STANDARD (2WD models)/AUTO (4WD models) mode will be selected first
each time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position.
WARNING
Do not stare at the Drive Mode Selector or
the display while driving so that full atten-
tion may be given to vehicle operation.
STANDARD (2WD models)/AUTO
(AWD models)
This is the standard mode that is most suit-
able for normal driving.
SPORT MODE
Adjusts the engine points for a higher
response.
The setting of the steering system is adjusted
to moderately increase steering wheel effort
for a sporty feel.
NOTE:
In the SPORT mode, fuel economy may be
reduced.
SNOW MODE
This mode makes it easier to start and drive
on snowy roads and frozen roads.
CAUTION
Never drive on dry, hard surface roads in
the SNOW mode, as this will overload
the powertrain and may cause a serious
malfunction. Additionally, this will cause
premature tire wear and reduced fuel
economy. When the SNOW mode is se-
lected, small vibration in cornering may oc-
cur. This is not a malfunction.
PERSONAL MODE
This mode is used for adjusting the steering
mode and drive modes. Turn the PERSONAL
mode off for normal driving.
5-30Starting and driving

•To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the ve-
hicle and/or its systems, do not leave
children, people who require the assis-
tance of others or pets unattended in
your vehicle. Additionally, the tempera-
ture 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.
1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Push the park button to engage the P (Park) position.
3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling into traffic when parked on an incline, it is
a good practice to turn the wheels as
illustrated.
• HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB
OA:
Turn the wheels into the curb and move
the vehicle forward until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb.
• HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB
OB:
Turn the wheels away from the curb and
move the vehicle back until the curb side
wheel gently touches the curb. •
HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL, NO
CURB
OC:
Turn the wheels toward the side of the
road so the vehicle will move away from
the center of the road if it moves.
4. Place the ignition switch in the LOCK position.WARNING
• If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for the
steering will not work. Steering will be
harder to operate.
• When the electric power steering
warning light illuminates with the engine
running, there will be no power assist for
the steering. You will still have control of
the vehicle, but the steering will be
harder to operate. Have the power
steering system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
The power steering system is designed to
provide power assist while driving to operate
the steering wheel with light force.
When the steering wheel is operated repeat-
edly or continuously while parking or driving
at a very low speed, the power assist for the
steering wheel will be reduced. This is to pre-
vent overheating of the power steering sys-
tem and protect it from getting damaged.
While the power assist is reduced, steering
wheel operation will become heavy. When
the temperature of the power steering sys-
tem goes down, the power assist level will
POWER STEERING
5-164Starting and driving

return to normal. Avoid repeating such steer-
ing wheel operations that could cause the
power steering system to overheat.
You may hear a sound when the steering
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is
not a malfunction.
If the electric power steering warning light
illuminates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the power steering system is not
functioning properly and may need servicing.
Have the power steering system checked. It is
recommended that you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
When the electric power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine running,
there will be no power assist for the steering,
but you will still have control of the vehicle. At
this time, greater steering effort is required to
operate the steering wheel, especially in
sharp turns and at low speeds.
For additional information, see “Electric
power steering warning light” (P. 2-17).The brake system has two separate hydraulic
circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you will
still have braking at two wheels.
BRAKE PRECAUTIONS
Vacuum assisted brakes
The brake booster aids braking by using en-
gine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can
stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal. However, greater foot pressure on the
brake pedal will be required to stop the ve-
hicle and stopping distance will be longer.
Using the brakes
Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal
while driving. This will overheat the brakes,
wear out the brake pads faster, and reduce
gas mileage.
To help reduce brake wear and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going down
a slope or long grade. Overheated brakes
may reduce braking performance and could
result in loss of vehicle control.
WARNING
• While driving on a slippery surface, be
careful when braking, accelerating or
downshifting. Abrupt braking or accel-
erating could cause the wheels to skid
and result in an accident.
• If the engine is not running or is turned
off while driving, the power assist for the
brakes will not work. Braking will be
harder.
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through
water, the brakes may get wet. As a result,
your braking distance will be longer and the
vehicle may pull to one side during braking.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to
heat up the brakes. Do this until the brakes
return to normal. Avoid driving the vehicle at
high speeds until the brakes function correctly.
Parking brake break-in
Break in the parking brake shoes whenever
the stopping effect of the parking brake is
weakened or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or rotors are replaced, in order to
assure the best brake performance.
BRAKE SYSTEM
Starting and driving5-165

Normal operation
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) operates
at speeds above3-6mph(5-10km/h). The
speed varies according to road conditions.
When the ABS senses that one or more
wheels are close to locking up, the actuator
rapidly applies and releases hydraulic pres-
sure. This action is similar to pumping the
brakes very quickly. You may feel a pulsation
in the brake pedal and hear a noise from
under the hood or feel a vibration from the
actuator when it is operating. This is normal
and indicates that the ABS is operating prop-
erly. However, the pulsation may indicate
that road conditions are hazardous and extra
care is required while driving.
BRAKE ASSIST
When the force applied to the brake pedal
exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is
activated generating greater braking force
than a conventional brake booster even with
light pedal force.
WARNING
The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist
braking operation and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is the driv-
er’s responsibility to stay alert, drive safely
and be in control of the vehicle at all times. • The ABLS system uses automatic braking
to transfer power from a slipping drive
wheel to the wheel on the same axle with
more traction. The ABLS system applies
braking to the slipping wheel, which helps
redirect power to the other wheel.
• The ABLS system is always on. In some conditions, the system may automatically
turn the ABLS system off. If the system is
automatically turned off, normal brake
function will continue. ABLS will function
even when the Vehicle Dynamic Control
system is turned off.
• The ABLS does not operate if both wheels on a drive axle are slipping.
WARNING
• The ABLS system helps provide in-
creased traction, but will not prevent ac-
cidents due to abrupt steering operation
or by careless driving or dangerous driv-
ing practices. Reduce vehicle speed and
be especially careful when driving and
cornering on slippery surfaces. Always
drive carefully.
ACTIVE BRAKE LIMITED SLIP (ABLS)
SYSTEM
Starting and driving5-167