INFINITI QX80 2014 Owners Manual

3-16Pre-driving checks and adjustments
*ALOCK button
*BUNLOCK button
*CPower lift gate button
*DPANIC button
*ERemote engine start button
HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY SYSTEM
When you lock or unlock the doors or the
lift gate, the hazard indicator will flash and
the horn (or the outside chime) will sound
as a confirmation. For details, see“Setting
hazard indicator and horn mode” later in
this section.
Locking doors and fuel-filler door
1. Move the shift lever to the P (Park) position, push the ignition switch to the
OFF position and make sure you carry
the Intelligent Key with you.*
2. Close all the doors and the lift gate.
3. Push the LOCK
button*Aon the
Intelligent Key.
4. All the doors, the lift gate and fuel-filler door will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
*: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.
Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door
1. Push the UNLOCKbutton*Bon the
Intelligent Key once.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The driver’s door and fuel-filler door will
unlock.
The puddle light and the passenger
cabin illumination will illuminate and
stay on for a short period of time.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button on the
Intelligent Key again within 60 sec-
onds.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once again. All the doors will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically
unless one of the following operations is
performed within 1 minute after pushing
the UNLOCK button on the Intelligent Key
while the doors are locked. If during this 1-
minute time period, the UNLOCK button on
the Intelligent Key is pushed, all doors will
be locked automatically after another 1
minute.
. Opening any door .
Pushing the ignition switch
Opening windows
To open the windows, push the door
UNLOCKbutton on the Intelligent Key
for about 3 seconds after the door is
unlocked.
To stop opening, release the UNLOCK
button.
Window cannot be closed using the In-
telligent Key.
The door windows can be opened or closed
by turning the mechanical key in a door
lock. (See “Doors”earlier in this section.)
Opening/closing lift gate
1. Push the power lift gate button
*Cfor more than 1 second.
2. The lift gate will automatically open.
The hazard indicator flashes 4 times and
the outside chime sounds for approxi-
mately 3 seconds.
To close the lift gate, push the power lift
gate button
for more than 1 second.
The lift gate will automatically close.
If the button
is pushed while the lift
gate is being opened or closed, the lift gate
will reverse.

The power lift gate buttoncannot be
operated when the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel
threatened, you may activate the alarm to
call attention as follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button*Don the
Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key are pushed. (Note: Panic button
or power lift gate button should be
pushed for more than 1 second.)
Remote engine start (if so
equipped)
The remote engine startbutton*Eis
on the Intelligent Key if the vehicle has
remote engine start function. This function
allows the engine to start from outside the
vehicle.
Some systems, such as the air conditioner
system, will turn on during a remote start,
if the system was on the last time the ignition switch was turned off.
Laws in some local communities may
restrict the use of remote starters. For
example, some laws require a person using
remote start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any require-
ments.
Other conditions may affect the remote
engine start function. See
“Conditions the
remote engine start will not work” later in
this section.
Other conditions can affect the perfor-
mance of the Intelligent Key transmitter.
See “Intelligent Key system” earlier in this
section.
Remote engine start operating range:
The remote engine start function can only
be used when the Intelligent Key is within
the specified operating range from the
vehicle.
When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key operating range becomes narrower,
and the Intelligent Key may not function
properly.
The remote engine start operating range is
approximately 197 ft (60 m) from the vehicle.
Operating a remote engine start:
To use the remote start function to start the
engine, perform the following:
1. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle.
2. Push the LOCK
button to lock all
doors.
3. Within 5 seconds push and hold the remote engine start
button until
the turn signal lights illuminate. If the
vehicle is not within view, push and
hold the remote engine start
button for about 2 seconds.
The following events will occur when the
engine starts:
. The front parking lights will turn on and
remain on as long as the engine is
running.
. The doors will be locked and the air
conditioner system may turn on.
. The engine will continue to run for
about 10 minutes. Repeat the steps to
extend the time for an additional 10
minutes. See “Extending engine run
time” later in this section.
Depress the brake pedal and place the
ignition switch in the ON position before
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driving. For further instructions, see“Driv-
ing the vehicle” in the“5. Starting and
driving” section.
Extending engine run time:
The remote engine start function can be
extended one time by performing the steps
listed in “Operating a remote engine start”
earlier in this section. Run time will be
calculated as follows:
. The first 10 minute run time will start
when the remote engine start function
is performed.
. The second 10 minutes will start
immediately when the remote engine
start function is performed. For exam-
ple, if the engine has been running for
5 minutes, and 10 minutes are added,
the engine will run for a total of 15
minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a
single start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.
The ignition switch must be cycled to the
ON position and then back to the OFF
position before the remote engine start
procedure can be used again. Canceling a remote engine start:
To cancel a remote start, perform one of
the following:
. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle
and push and hold remote engine start
button*Euntil the front parking
lights turn off.
. Turn on the hazard indicator flashers.
. Cycle the ignition switch ON and then
OFF.
Conditions the remote engine start will not
work:
The remote engine start will not operate if
any of the following conditions are present:
. The ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
. The hood is not securely closed.
. The hazard indicator flashers are on.
. The Intelligent Key warning light re-
mains on in the vehicle information
display.
. An Intelligent Key is left inside the
vehicle.
. The theft alarm sounds due to illegal
entry into the vehicle.
. The ignition switch is pushed without
an Intelligent Key in the vehicle. .
The ignition switch is pushed with an
Intelligent Key in the vehicle but the
brake pedal is not depressed.
. Two remote engine starts, or a single
remote start with an extension, have
already been used.
. The shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.
The remote engine start may display an
indicator in the vehicle information dis-
play. For an explanation of the indicator,
see “Operational indicators” in the“2.
Instruments and controls” section.
Setting hazard indicator and horn
mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and
horn mode when you first receive the
vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when
the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard
indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps
once. When the UNLOCK
button is
pushed, the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can
be switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator

flashes twice. When the UNLOCKbutton is pushed, neither the hazard
indicator nor the horn operates.Hazard indicator and horn mode:DOOR LOCK
DOOR UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle request switch) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME - twiceHAZARD -
once
OUTSIDE CHIME - once
Remote keyless entry system (Using
orbutton) HAZARD -
twice
HORN - once HAZARD -
once
HORN - none
Hazard indicator mode:
DOOR LOCK DOOR UNLOCK
Intelligent Key system
(Using door handle request switch) HAZARD -
twice HAZARD - none
Remote keyless entry system (Using
orbutton) HAZARD -
twice HAZARD - none
Switching procedure:
Push the LOCK
and UNLOCKbuttons on the Intelligent Key simulta-
neously for more than 2 seconds to switch
the mode from one to the other.
When pushing the buttons to set the
hazard indicator mode, the hazard indica-
tor flashes 3 times.
When pushing the buttons to set the
hazard indicator and horn mode, the
hazard indicator flashes once and the horn
chirps once.
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3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
SPA2775
1. Pull the hood lock release handle*1
located below the instrument panel;
the hood will then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2up at the front of the
hood with your fingertips and raise the
hood.
3. When closing the hood, slowly close the hood down and make sure it locks
into place.
WARNING
. Make sure the hood is completely closed
and latched before driving. Failure to do
so could cause the hood to fly open and
result in an accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
WARNING
.Always be sure the lift gate has been
closed securely to prevent it from open-
ing while driving.
. Do not drive with the lift gate open. This
could allow dangerous exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle. See “Exhaust
gas (carbon monoxide)” in the“5.
Starting and driving” section of this
manual.
. Do not leave children unattended inside
the vehicle. They could unknowingly
activate switches or controls. Unat-
tended children could become involved
in serious accidents.
. Always be sure that hands and feet are
clear of the door frame to avoid injury
while closing the lift gate.
HOOD LIFT GATE

SPA2774
OPERATING MANUAL LIFT GATE
To open the lift gate, unlock it and push the
lift gate opener switch
*A. Pull up the lift
gate to open.
The lift gate can be unlocked by:
. pushing the unlock button
on the
Intelligent Key twice.
. pushing the lift gate request switch with
the Intelligent Key carried on you.
. pushing the door handle request switch
twice with the Intelligent Key carried on
you.
. pushing the power door lock switch to
the unlock position. .
inserting the mechanical key into the
driver’s door key cylinder and turning it
to the rear of the vehicle twice.
To close the lift gate, pull down until it
securely locks.
OPERATING POWER LIFT GATE
To operate the power lift gate, the shift
lever must be in the P (Park) position.
The power lift gate will not operate if the
battery voltage is low.
SPA2547
Power lift gate main switch
The power lift gate operation can be turned
on or off by the power lift gate main switch
on the instrument panel.
When the power lift gate main switch is
pushed to the “OFF”position, the power
operation is not available by the power lift
gate switch on the lift gate and lift gate
opener switch.
The lift gate can still be operated by the
power lift gate switch on the instrument
panel and the power lift gate button on the
Intelligent Key.
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SPA2793
Power lift gate switch—Instrument panel
SPA2776
Lift gate opener switch
JVP0214X
Intelligent Key
SPA2796
Power lift gate switch —Lift gate
Power open
When the lift gate is fully closed, the lift
gate will fully open automatically by:
. pushing the power lift gate switch
*A
on the instrument panel
. pushing the lift gate opener switch
*B
.pushing the power lift gate button*C
on the Intelligent Key for more than 1
second
The hazard flashes 4 times and the outside
chime sounds when the lift gate starts
opening.
NOTE:
The lift gate can be opened by the power
lift gate switch
*A, the lift gate opener
switch
*Bor the lift gate button*C
even if the lift gate is locked. The lift gate
will individually unlock and open.
Power close
When the lift gate is fully opened, the lift
gate will fully close automatically by:
. pushing the power lift gate switch
*A
on the instrument panel
. pushing the lift gate release button
*C
on the Intelligent Key for more than 1
second

.pushing the power lift gate switch*D
on the lower part of the lift gate
The hazard flashes 4 times and the outside
chime sounds when the lift gate starts
closing.
NOTE:
When the lift gate is closed, it remains
unlocked. Manually lock the lift gate.
Reverse function
The power lift gate will reverse immediately
if one of the following actions is performed
during power open or power close.
. pushing the power lift gate switch
*A
on the instrument panel
. pushing the lift gate button
*C
on the Intelligent Key.
. pushing the lift gate switch
*Don the
lower part of the lift gate
The outside chime sounds when the lift
gate starts to reverse.
The power lift gate button
*Con the
Intelligent Key cannot be operated when
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Auto reverse function
The auto-reverse function enables the lift
gate to automatically reverse when some- thing is caught in the lift gate as it is
opening or closing. When the control unit
detects an obstacle, the lift gate will
reverse and return to the full open or full
close position.
If a second obstacle is detected, the lift
gate motion will stop and the drive motor
will disengage. The lift gate will enter the
manual mode.
A pinch sensor is mounted on each side of
the lift gate. If an obstacle is detected by
the pinch sensor during power close, the
lift gate will reverse and return to the full
open position immediately.
NOTE:
If the pinch sensor is damaged or
removed, the power close function will
not operate.
WARNING
There is a small distance immediately before
the closed position that cannot be detected.
Make sure that all passengers keep their
hands, etc., clear from the lift gate opening
before closing the lift gate.
Manual mode
If power operation is not available, the lift
gate can be operated manually. Power
operation may not be available if multiple
obstacles have been detected in a single
power cycle or if the battery voltage is low.
When the power lift gate main switch is in
the OFF position, the lift gate can be
opened manually by pushing the lift gate
opener switch. If the power lift gate opener
switch is pushed during power open or
close, the power operation will be canceled
and the lift gate can be operated manually.
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SPA2777
Safe Mode
If the gas stays of the lift gate*1lose
pressure, the power lift gate safe mode is
activated. When the safe mode is activated,
the lift gate intermittently closes. Then the
lift gate will be pulled to the closed and
latched position by a motor.
The power lift gate cannot be opened using
the switches at any time in the safe mode.
Do not operate the lift gate again until it is
checked by an INFINITI retailer.
CAUTION
. If the power lift gate does not stay open
or if the lift gate unexpectedly closes at
any time, do not operate the lift gate.
There may be a pressure loss in one or
both of the lift gate gas stays. Have the
lift gate inspected by an INFINITI retailer.
. Do not activate the power lift gate if one
or both of the lift gate gas stays are
removed. Damage to the lift gate or
power lift gate mechanisms may occur.
AUTO CLOSURE
If the lift gate is pulled down to a partly
open position, the lift gate will pull itself to
the closed position.
Do not apply excessive force when the
auto closure is operating. Excessive force
applied may cause the mechanism to
malfunction.
CAUTION
.The lift gate will automatically close
from a partly open position. To avoid
pinching, keep hands and fingers away from lift gate opening.
. Do not let children operate the lift gate.

SPA2778
LIFT GATE RELEASE LEVER
If the lift gate cannot be opened with the
door lock switch due to a discharged
battery, follow these steps.
1. Remove the cover
*Ainside of the lift
gate using a suitable tool.
2. Move the lever
*Bas illustrated to
open the lift gate.
Contact an INFINITI retailer as soon as
possible for repair.
OPENING THE FUEL-FILLER DOOR
CAUTION
Lock all doors before going through auto-
matic car wash. Locking doors helps prevent
fuel-filler door from opening and becoming
damaged.
SPA2752
To open the fuel-filler door, unlock the fuel-
filler door by using one of the following
operations, then push the right side of the
door.
. Push the driver’s door handle request
switch with the Intelligent Key carried
with you.
. Push the passenger’ s door handle
request switch or lift gate request
switch twice with the Intelligent Key
carried with you.
. Push the UNLOCK button on the Intelli-
gent Key.
. Insert the mechanical key into the door
lock cylinder and rotate it towards the
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FUEL-FILLER DOOR