engine INFINITI QX60 HYBRID 2017 Owner's Guide

WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
climate controlled seats if you or the oc-
cupants can not monitor seat tempera-
tures or have an inability to feel pain in
those body parts in contact with the seat.
Use of the climate controlled seats by
such people could result in serious injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the cli-
mate control seat is operated while the
engine is not running. ●
Do not use the climate control seat for
extended periods or when no one is
using the seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
objects. This may result in damage to
the climate controlled seat.
● Any liquid spilled on the seat should be
removed immediately with a dry cloth
● The climate controlled seat has an air
filter. Do not operate the climate con-
trolled seat without an air filter. This
may result in damage to the system.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
climate controlled seat does not oper-
ate, turn the switch off and have the
system checked. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. The climate controlled seat warms up or cools
down the front seat by blowing warm or cool air
from under the surface of the seat. The climate
control switch is located on the center console.
The climate controlled seat can be operated as
follows:
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Turn the control knob
Ato the heat side1
or the cool side2. The indicator lightBon
the control knob will illuminate.
3. Adjust the desired amount of air using the control knob. The climate controlled seat
blower remains on low speed for approxi-
mately 60 seconds after turning the switch
on or selecting the desired temperature.
4. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed or cooled, or before you leave the vehicle, be
sure to turn the control knob to the OFF
(center) position. The indicator light
Bon
the control knob goes off with the switch in
the OFF (center) position.
To check the air filter for the climate controlled
seat, it is recommended that you contact an
INFINITI retailer.
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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEAT
SWITCHES (if so equipped)
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WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
● Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service. The front seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the center console
and can be operated independently of each
other.
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Turn the control knob
Ato the right1and
select the desired heat range.
● For high heat, turn the knob to the right
1.
● For low heat, turn the knob to the left
2.
● The indicator light
Bwill illuminate when
the heater is on.
3. To turn off the heater, return the knob to the OFF position
3. Make sure that the indica-
tor light turns off.
The heater is controlled by a control module,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
When the seat is warmed, or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
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HEATED SEAT SWITCHES (if so
equipped)
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WARNING
Do not use or allow occupants to use the
seat heater if you or the occupants cannot
monitor elevated seat temperatures or
have an inability to feel pain in body parts
that contact the seat. Use of the seat
heater by such people could result in seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
●The battery could run down if the seat
heater is operated while the engine is
not running.
● Do not use the seat heater for extended
periods or when no one is using the
seat.
● Do not put anything on the seat which
insulates heat, such as a blanket, cush-
ion, seat cover, etc. Otherwise, the seat
may become overheated.
● Do not place anything hard or heavy on
the seat or pierce it with a pin or similar
object. This may result in damage to the
heater.
● Any liquid spilled on the heated seat
should be removed immediately with a
dry cloth.
● When cleaning the seat, never use
gasoline, benzine, thinner, or any simi-
lar materials.
● If any malfunctions are found or the
heated seat does not operate, turn the
switch off and have the system checked.
It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service. The rear seats are warmed by built-in heaters.
The switches are located on the rear of the front
center console and can be operated indepen-
dently of each other.
1. Start the hybrid system.
2. Push the LO or HI position of the switch, as desired. The indicator light in the switch will
illuminate.
The heater is controlled by a thermostat,
automatically turning the heater on and off.
The indicator light will remain on as long as
the switch is on.
3. When the seat is warmed or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch
off.
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HEATED 2ND ROW SEAT SWITCHES
(if so equipped)
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The heated steering wheel system is designed to
operate only when the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is below 68°F (20°C) .
Push the heated steering wheel switch to warm
the steering wheel after the engine starts. The
indicator light will come on.
If the surface temperature of the steering wheel is
below 68°F (20°C) , the system will heat the
steering wheel and cycle off and on to maintain a
temperature above 68°F (20°C) . The indicator
light will remain on as long as the system is on.
Push the switch again to turn the heated steering
wheel system off manually. The indicator light will
go off.NOTE:
If the surface temperature of the steering
wheel is above 68°F (20°C) when the switch
is turned on, the system will not heat the
steering wheel. This is not a malfunction.
The vehicle should be driven with the VDC sys-
tem on for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC
system reduces the engine output to reduce
wheel spin. The engine speed will be reduced
even if the accelerator is depressed to the floor. If
maximum engine power is needed to free a stuck
vehicle, turn the VDC system off.
To turn off the VDC system, push the VDC OFF
switch. The
indicator will come on.
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HEATED STEERING WHEEL SWITCH
(if so equipped) VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL (VDC)
OFF SWITCH
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Push the VDC OFF switch again or restart the
engine to turn on the system. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
system” in the “Starting and driving” section of
this manual.
WARNING
When this switch is activated the follow-
ing Warning Systems (if so equipped) are
turned off and will not work.
●Blind Spot Warning (BSW)
● Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
● Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
The warning systems switch is used to turn on
and off the warning systems (Lane Departure
Warning (LDW) , Blind Spot Warning (BSW) ,
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) , and Forward
Emergency Braking (FEB) with Pedestrian De- tection) that are activated (if equipped) using the
settings menu on the vehicle information display.
When the warning systems switch is turned off,
the indicator
1on the switch is off. The indicator
will also be off if the warning system is deacti-
vated using the settings menu.
The LDW system warns the driver with a warning
light and chime that the vehicle is beginning to
leave the driving lane.For additional information,
refer to “Lane Departure Warning (LDW)” in the
“Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The BSW system will turn on the side indicator
light, located next to the outside mirrors, if the
radar detects a vehicle in the detection zone. If
the turn signal is activated in the direction of the
detected vehicle, a chime sounds twice and the
side indicator light will flash. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Blind Spot Warning (BSW)” in
the “Starting and driving” section of this manual.
The RCTA system can help alert the driver of an
approaching vehicle when the driver is backing
out of a parking space. If the system detects an
approaching vehicle from either side, the system
chimes (once) and the side BSW/RCTA indica-
tor light flashes on the side the vehicle is ap-
proaching from. For additional information, refer
to “Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)” in the “Start-
ing and driving” section of this manual.
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WARNING SYSTEMS SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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To use the outlets for devices that require 120v
power, place the ignition in the ON position and
push the power inverter switch.
The switch will illuminate when enabled.
CAUTION
●Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Do not attempt to use this while driving.
● Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory, doing so
could significantly drain the battery of
your vehicle.
The E-call (SOS) system switch is used in com-
bination with an Infiniti Connection
TMServices
subscription to call for assistance in case of an
emergency.
Pushing the switch will (with a paid subscription)
reach a Response Specialist that will provide
assistance based on the situation described by
the vehicle’s occupant. For additional informa-
tion, or to enroll your vehicle, refer to
www.InfinitiUSA.com/intouch or call
800–662–6200.
LIC2231LIC3376
POWER INVERTER SWITCH (if so
equipped) E-CALL (SOS) SWITCH (if so
equipped)
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●Do not use double adapters or more
than one electrical accessory.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.
120V OUTLET (if so equipped)
CAUTION
● The outlet and plug may be hot during
or immediately after use.
● Use power outlets with the engine run-
ning to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
● Do not use double adaptors or more
than one electrical accessory. ●
Avoid using power outlets when the air
conditioner, headlights or rear window
defroster is on.
● Before inserting or disconnecting a
plug, be sure the electrical accessory
being used is turned OFF.
● Push the plug in as far as it will go. If
good contact is not made, the plug may
overheat or the internal temperature
fuse may open.
● When not in use, be sure to close the
cap. Do not allow water or any other
liquid to contact the outlet.
2nd Row
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●Do not put any object into the sunshade
inlet port as this may result in improper
operation or damage the sunshade.
● Do not hang any object on the arm rail
as this may result in improper operation
or damage the sunshade.
● Do not forcefully pull the sunshade. Do-
ing so may elongate the sunshade. Im-
proper operation or damage to the sun-
shade may result.
The interior lights will automatically turn on and
stay on for a period of time when:● The doors are unlocked by the Intelligent
Key, a key or the request switch while all
doors are closed and the ignition switch is in
the OFF position.
● The doors and/or liftgate is opened.
● The switch is individually pushed.
When the ON switch
1is pushed, the interior
lights illuminate.
When the DOOR/OFF switch
2is pushed, the
interior lights do not illuminate unless individually
pushed. NOTE:
The footwell lights and step lights illumi-
nate when the driver and passenger doors
are open regardless of the interior light
switch position. These lights will turn off
automatically after a period of time while
doors are open to prevent the battery from
becoming discharged.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
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INTERIOR LIGHTS
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CONSOLE LIGHT
The console light1will turn on whenever the
parking lights or headlights are illuminated.
The console light brightness can be adjusted
with the illumination brightness control.
MAP LIGHTS
To turn the map lights on, push the switches. To
turn them off, push the switches again.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery.
PERSONAL LIGHTS
To turn the rear personal lights on, push the
switch. To turn them off, push the switch again.
LIC2213SIC4356
Rear personal lights
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CARGO LIGHT
The cargo light on the overhead trim has a three-
position switch. To operate, push the switch to
the desired position.
1ON: The light is illuminated.
2DOOR: The light illuminates when the lift-
gate is opened. The light turns off when the
liftgate is closed.
3OFF: The light does not illuminate regardless
of liftgate position or lock status.
CAUTION
Do not use for extended periods of time
with the engine stopped. This could result
in a discharged battery. The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver provides
a convenient way to consolidate the functions of
up to three individual hand-held transmitters into
one built-in device.
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver:
● Will operate most Radio Frequency devices
such as garage doors, gates, home and of-
fice lighting, entry door locks and security
systems.
● Is powered by your vehicle’s battery. No
separate batteries are required. If the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged or is discon-
nected, HomeLink® will retain all program-
ming.
When the HomeLink® Universal Trans-
ceiver is programmed, retain the original
transmitter for future programming proce-
dures (Example: new vehicle purchases) .
Upon sale of the vehicle, the programmed
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver buttons
should be erased for security purposes. For
additional information, refer to “Program-
ming HomeLink®” in this section.
SIC2063A
HOMELINK® UNIVERSAL
TRANSCEIVER
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