coolant temperature INFINITI QX60-HYBRID 2015 Owners Manual

The gasoline engine may automatically run in the
following conditions:● The level of remaining charge in the Li-ion
battery is low. The engine runs to charge the
Li-ion battery and to provide power to drive
the vehicle.
● The temperature of the engine coolant is
low.
● When the A/C is used.
● When opening the door.
● When the engine hood is opened.
● When applying the brakes.
● Based on driving conditions.
● The shift lever is shifted to the P (Park)
position, the driver’s seat belt is released
and the driver’s side door is then opened.
The hybrid system operates as follows based on
driving conditions and the Li-ion battery charge.
The engine is hard to stop during these driving
conditions: ● Outside temperature is high/low and A/C is
on.
● When repeatedly starting and stopping the
engine.STARTING AND SLOW SPEED
DRIVING
In some cases, the vehicle can be driven by
electric motor during extremely slow speed
creep, but the engine starts when accelerating or
releasing the brakes.
MEDIUM OR HIGH SPEED DRIVING
The system automatically controls the gasoline
engine and electric motor in order to obtain the
optimum fuel mileage and performance, depend-
ing on the driving situation and available Li-ion
battery charge.
When the remaining battery level is low, the Li-ion
battery is charged by the electric motor that is
driven to generate electric power while the ve-
hicle is driving.
RAPID ACCELERATION
The vehicle is accelerated using both the gaso-
line engine and the electric motor depending on
the available Li-ion battery charge.
DECELERATION AND BRAKING
The Li-ion battery is charged by the electric mo-
tor that changes the energy of the rotating
wheels into electric power. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Regenerative brake” in this sec-
tion.
STOPPING
The gasoline engine may stop running to save
fuel depending on the available Li-ion battery
charge.
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2 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel...................................2-2
Meters and gauges ................................2-4
Assist Charge Gauge ...........................2-4
Speedometer and odometer .....................2-5
Tachometer ....................................2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...............2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................2-7
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders .......2-8
Checking bulbs ................................2-9
Warning lights .................................2-9
Indicator lights ................................ 2-13
Audible reminders ............................. 2-16
Vehicle Information Display ........................2-17
How to use the vehicle information display .......2-17
Main Menu Selection .......................... 2-17
Startup display ................................ 2-19
Settings ...................................... 2-19
Vehicle information display warnings and
indicators ..................................... 2-25
Security systems ................................. 2-29
Vehicle security system ......................... 2-29
INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system ..............2-30
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...............2-32Switch operation
.............................. 2-32
Rain-sensing auto wiper system
(if so equipped) ............................... 2-33
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..............2-34
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch .....2-35
Headlight and turn signal switch ....................2-35
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-35
Headlight control switch ........................ 2-36
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ......2-38
Instrument brightness control ...................2-39
Turn signal switch ............................. 2-39
Fog light switch ............................... 2-40
Horn ............................................ 2-40
Heated front seats ................................ 2-41
Heated rear seats (if so equipped) ..................2-42
Climate control seat switch (if so equipped) .........2-43
Heated steering wheel

(if so equipped) .............2-45
Power inverter switch (if so equipped) ..............2-45
Warning systems switch (if so equipped) ............2-46
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch ...........2-46
Tow mode switch ................................. 2-47
Cigarette lighter (if so equipped) ...................2-47
Power outlets .................................... 2-48

TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo-
lutions per minute (RPM) . Do not rev the engine
into the red zone
1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce en-
gine speed. Operating the engine in the
red zone may cause serious engine
damage.
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
The gauge indicates the engine coolant tempera-
ture. The engine coolant temperature is within the
normal range
1when the gauge needle points
within the zone shown in the illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with the
outside air temperature and driving conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates coolant tempera-
ture near the hot (H) end of the normal
range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease
temperature. If the gauge is over the nor-
mal range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is over-
heated, continued operation of the vehicle
may seriously damage the engine. For ad-
ditional information, refer to “If your ve-
hicle overheats” in the “In case of emer-
gency” section for immediate action
required.
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2-6Instruments and controls

EV indicator light
This illuminates when the engine stops but the
vehicle is running.
Fog light indicator light
The front fog light indicator light illuminates when
the front fog lights are ON when the headlights
are ON. For additional information, refer to “Fog
light switch” in this section.
Front passenger air bag statuslight
The front passenger air bag status light will be lit
and the passenger front air bag will be OFF
depending on how the front passenger seat is
being used.
For front passenger air bag status light operation,
refer to “Front passenger air bag and status light”
in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supple-
mental restraint system” section of this manual.
High beam indicator light(blue)
This blue light comes on when the headlight high
beams are on and goes out when the low beams
are selected. The high beam indicator light also comes on
when the passing signal is activated.
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
off indicator light (if so
equipped)
The light illuminates when the Warning System
Switch is off and the IBA is disabled in the Vehicle
Information Display. This indicates that the IBA
system is not operating.
When the IBA off indicator light illuminates while
the system is enabled this indicates that the
system control is temporarily disabled.
If the IBA off indicator light illuminates when the
system is enabled and the Warning System
switch is on, have the system checked at an
INFINITI retailer.
Low temperature indicatorlight
The low temperature indicator light illuminates
when the engine coolant temperature is low.
When the ignition switch is placed in the ON
position, the low temperature indicator light illu-
minates and then turns off after the engine cool-
ant has warmed up. If the low temperature indicator light stays illumi-
nated after the engine has sufficiently warmed
up, it may indicate the low temperature sensor in
the engine coolant system is not functioning
properly and may need servicing. Have the sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by a
INFINITI retailer promptly.
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
If this indicator light comes on steady or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate a
potential emission control malfunction.
The MIL may also come on steady if the fuel-filler
cap is loose or missing, or if the vehicle runs out
of fuel. Check to make sure the fuel-filler cap is
installed and closed tightly, and that the vehicle
has at least 3 gal (11.4 L) of fuel in the fuel tank.
After a few driving trips, the
light should
turn off if no other potential emission control
system malfunction exists.
If this indicator light comes on steady for 20 seconds
and then blinks for 10 seconds when the engine is
not running, it indicates that the vehicle is not ready
for an emission control system
inspection/maintenance test. For additional informa-
tion, refer to “Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test” in the “Technical and consumer informa-
tion” section of this manual.
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12. Door Open
13. Liftgate Open
14. Timer Alert – Time for a driver break?
15. Low Outside Temperature
16. Power will turn off to save the battery
17. CVT Error: See Owners Manual
18. Reminder: Turn OFF headlights
19. Shift to Park Press Brake & Start
20. Shift to Park Li-ion battery low
21. Low Oil Pressure: See Owners Manual
22. Key Registration Complete
23. Tire Pressure Low - Add Air
24. TPMS Error: See Owners Manual
25. Parking Sensor Error:
26. Remote Start (if so equipped)
27. Loose Fuel Cap
28. High Coolant Temp: See Owners Manual
29. Hybrid System Overheated
30. I-Key System Error: See Owners ManualNo Key Detected
This warning appears when the Intelligent Key is
left outside the vehicle with the ignition switch in
the ON or ACC position. Make sure the Intelli-
gent Key is inside the vehicle.
Key ID Incorrect
The warning appears when the ignition switch is
turned from the OFF position and the Intelligent
Key is not recognized by the system. You cannot
start the engine with an unregistered key.
For additional information, refer to “INFINITI Intel-
ligent Key System” in “Pre-driving checks and
adjustments.”
Shift to Park
This will be displayed in the following conditions:
● When the shift lever is in any position expect
P (Park) and the push button ignition switch
has been placed in the “OFF” position from
the “ON” position.
● When the shift lever is operated while the
READY to driver indicator light is flashing.
● The driver’s door is opened with the shift
lever in N, D or R.
● When the vehicle cannot be driven because
the hybrid system temperature has become
too high. ●
The Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery drops be-
cause the shift lever is in the N position.
● When the engine stops due to sudden de-
celeration on a cold winter day.
● If a malfunction occurs in a situation other
than those described above and the engine
cannot start automatically.
When this warning appears, place the shift
lever in the P (Park) position.
When the shift “P” warning appears, a
buzzer will sound.
This will turn off in the following conditions:
● When the shift selector has been placed in
the P (Park) position.
● When the push button ignition switch has
been pushed to “ON”.
Push ignition to OFF
After the Push ignition to OFF warning illumi-
nates, the warning will illuminate if the ignition
switch is placed in the ACC position when the
shift lever is moved to the P (Park) position.
To turn off the Push warning, place the ignition
switch in the ON position and then in the LOCK
position.
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Key battery low
This indicator illuminates when the Intelligent Key
battery is running out of power.
If this indicator illuminates, replace the battery
with a new one. For additional information, refer
to “ Battery replacement” in the “Maintenance
and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
Engine start operation for Intelligent Key
system
This indicator appears when the battery of the
Intelligent Key is low and when the Intelligent Key
system and the vehicle are not communicating
normally.
If this appears, touch the ignition switch with the
Intelligent Key while depressing the brake pedal.
For additional information, refer to “INFINITI Intel-
ligent Key battery discharge” in the “Starting and
driving” section.
Release Parking brake
This warning illuminates in the message area of
the vehicle information display when the parking
brake is set and the vehicle is driven.Low Fuel
This warning illuminates when the fuel level in the
fuel tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it is
convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge
reaches 0 (Empty) .
There will be a small re-
serve of fuel in the tank when the fuel
gauge needle reaches 0 (Empty) .
Hybrid System Overheated
This warning appears when the temperature of
the Hybrid System is too high. Stop the vehicle in
a safe location as soon as possible. Avoid quick
starting or abrupt acceleration. When the warn-
ing turns off, the vehicle can be driven.
If the warning appears again soon after it turns
off, have the vehicle checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
Do not drive the vehicle with the warning
on. Doing so could cause a Hybrid System
malfunction.WARNING
If you continue to drive the vehicle while
the warning is displayed, the hybrid sys-
tem may become temporarily inoperative
and the system can not provide power to
the wheels. This can result in reduced or
zero vehicle speed. The reduced speed or
zero speed may be lower than other traf-
fic, which could increase the chance of a
collision. If the vehicle cannot maintain a
safe driving speed, pull to the side of the
road in a safe area. If this occurs, place the
shift lever in the “P” position, ignition in
the READY position with the vehicle
stopped until the display turns off. The
Hybrid system overheat warning and the
SHIFT “P” warning messages will be alter-
nately displayed. For additional informa-
tion, refer to the “Shift to Park” warning in
this section.
High Coolant Temp: See Owner’s Manual
This warning appears when the temperature of
the engine coolant is too high. Stop the vehicle in
a safe location as soon as possible. Avoid quick
starting or abrupt acceleration. When the warn-
ing turns off, the vehicle can be driven.
Instruments and controls2-27

Rear control buttons1. OFF button
2.
(fan speed increase) button
3. AUTO button
4.
(temperature increase) button
5.
(temperature decrease) button
6. Display
7.
(fan speed decrease) button The rear seat passengers can adjust the rear
automatic air conditioning system using the con-
trol switches at the rear of the center console.
The rear control buttons do not function when the
Rear Air-conditioning screen is shown on the
front display. To activate the rear control buttons,
press the REAR button on the front air condi-
tioner control panel and switch the screen on the
front display.
● OFF button Turns rear automatic air condi-
tioning system off.
● Fan speed increase and decrease but-
tons Adjusts the rear fan speed up or down. ●
AUTO button Turns rear automatic air con-
ditioning system on, AUTO mode on.
● Temperature increase and decrease
buttons Adjusts the rear temperature up or
down.
OPERATING TIPS
● When the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air flow
from the foot outlets may not operate for a
maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is
not a malfunction. After the coolant tempera-
ture warms up, air flow from the foot outlets
will operate normally.
Rear Controls
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4-48Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems

PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE
CONTROL
1. ACCEL/RES switch
2. COAST/SET switch
3. CANCEL switch
4. ON·OFF switch
●If the cruise control system malfunctions, it
will cancel automatically. The SET indicator
in the vehicle information display will blink to
warn the driver.
● If the engine coolant temperature becomes
excessively high, the cruise control system
will be canceled automatically.
● If the SET indicator blinks, turn the cruise
control main switch off and have the system
checked by your INFINITI retailer. ●
The SET indicator may sometimes blink
when the cruise control main switch is
turned on while pushing the ACCEL/RES,
COAST/SET or CANCEL switch. To prop-
erly set the cruise control system, perform
the steps below.
WARNING
Do not use the cruise control when driving
under the following conditions:
●when it is not possible to keep the ve-
hicle at a set speed
● in heavy traffic or in traffic that varies in
speed
● on winding or hilly roads
● on slippery roads (rain, snow, ice, etc.)
● in very windy areas
Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.
CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS
The cruise control allows driving at a speed be-
tween 25 - 89 MPH (40 - 144 km/h) without
keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
To turn on the cruise control, push the
ON·OFF switch on. The CRUISE indicator light in
the vehicle information display will illuminate.
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CRUISE CONTROL
5-52Starting and driving

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold
temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C) or lower.
WARNING
●Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical system or
a 2-pronged adapter. You can be seri-
ously injured by an electrical shock if
you use an ungrounded connection.
● Disconnect and properly store the en-
gine block heater cord before starting
the engine. Damage to the cord could
result in an electrical shock and can
cause serious injury.
● Use a heavy-duty 3-wire, 3-pronged ex-
tension cord rated for at least 10 A. Plug
the extension cord into a Ground Fault
Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded
110-VAC outlet. Failure to use the
proper extension cord or a grounded
outlet can result in a fire or electrical
shock and cause serious personal
injury. To use the engine block heater:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine block heater cord.
3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension
cord.
4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110-
volt AC (VAC) outlet.
5. The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least2-4hours, depending on outside
temperatures, to properly warm the engine
coolant. Use an appropriate timer to turn the
engine block heater on.
6. Before starting the engine, unplug and prop- erly store the cord to keep it away from
moving parts.
Front Microphone
LSD2157
ACTIVE NOISE CONTROL
Starting and driving5-107

CAUTION
●CVT models cannot be push-started or
tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.
● Do not push start this vehicle. The 3-way
catalyst may be damaged.
WARNING
●Do not continue to drive if your vehicle
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.
● To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is still
hot. When the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap is removed, pressurized hot
water will spurt out, possibly causing
serious injury.
● Do not open the hood if steam is com-
ing out.
If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading and
the illumination of the engine oil pressure/engine
coolant temperature high indicator light) , or if you
feel a lack of engine power, detect abnormal
noise, etc. take the following steps. 1. Move the vehicle safely off the road, apply the parking brake and move the shift lever to
P (Park) .
Do not turn the INFINITI Direct Re-
sponse Hybrid® System off. 2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the
windows, move the heater or air conditioner
temperature control to maximum hot and fan
control to high speed.
3. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator
before opening the hood. (If steam or cool-
ant is escaping, turn off the engine.) Do not
open the hood further until no steam or
coolant can be seen.
4. Open the engine hood.
WARNING
If steam or water is coming from the en-
gine, stand clear to prevent getting
burned.
5. Also check if the cooling fan is running. The radiator hoses and radiator should not leak
water. If the coolant is leaking or the cooling
fan does not run, stop the hybrid system.
6. Visually check drive belts for damage or looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is leaking,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
the cooling fan does not run, stop the en-
gine.
PUSH STARTING IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
6-14In case of emergency