FOREWORD Your INFINITI represents a new way of thinking about car design. It integrates advanced engineering and superior craftsmanship with a simple, refined aesthetic sensitivity associated with traditional Japanese culture. The result is a different notion of luxury and beauty. The car itself is important, but so also is the sense of harmony that the car evokes in its driver, and the sense of satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI --from the way it looks and drives to the high level of dealer service. To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to the fullest, we encourage you to read this Owner's Manual immediately. It explains all of the features, controls and performance characteristics of your INFINITI; it also provides important instructions and safety information. A separate Warranty Information Booklet is to be found in your Owner's literature portfolio. Always carry it with you when you take your INFINITI to an authorized dealer. The portfolio contents provide complete information about all warranties covering this vehicle, the periodic maintenance required to keep the warranties in effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside Assistance program. INFINITI is dedicated to providing a satisfying ownership experience for as long as you own your car. Should you have any questions regarding your INFINITI or your INFINITI dealer, please contact our Consumer Affairs department at 1-800-662-6200. In Hawaii 1-808-836-0848 (Oahu number). In Canada 1-800-363-4520. Thank you. comfortable trip for you and your passengers! Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Always observe posted speed limits and never drive too fast for conditions. Always use your seat belts and appropriate child restraint systems. Always provide information about the proper use of vehicle safety features to all occupants of the vehicle. Always review this Owner's Manual for important safety information. READ FIRST -- THEN DRIVE SAFELY Before driving your vehicle please read your Owner's Manual carefully. This will ensure familiarity with controls and maintenance requirements, assisting you in the safe operation of your vehicle. WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE This vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under INFINITI warranties. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MANUAL You will see various symbols in this manual. They are used in the following ways: WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause death or serious personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed precisely. SII0151 If you see this symbol, it means Do not do this or Do not let this happen. WHEN READING THE MANUAL This manual includes information for all options available on this model. Therefore, you may find some information that does not apply to your vehicle. All information, specifications and illustrations in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. INFINITI reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. CAUTION This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause minor or moderate personal injury or damage to your vehicle. To avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures must be followed carefully. © 1997 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN All rights reserved. No part of this Owner's Manual may be reproduced or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. TABLE OF CONTENTS SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS ................... 1-1 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................... 2-1 PRE-DRIVING CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS............................................ 3-1 HEATER, AIR CONDITIONER AND AUDIO SYSTEMS .................................. 4-1 STARTING AND DRIVING................................................................... 5-1 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................. 6-1 APPEARANCE AND CARE................................................................... 7-1 DO-IT-YOURSELF ............................................................................ 8-1 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 9-1 TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION ......................................... 10-1 INDEX ........................................................................................ 11-1 1 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS Seats............................................................ 1-2 Supplemental restraint system.................... 1-6 Seat belts................................................... 1-19 Child restraints .......................................... 1-30 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SEATS FRONT POWER SEAT ADJUSTMENT operation, wait 30 seconds, then reactivate the switch. Do not operate the power support seat for a long period of time when the engine is off. This will discharge the battery. WARNING Do not adjust the driver's seat while driving in order that full attention may be given to the driving operations. Do not leave children unattended inside the vehicle. They could unknowingly activate switches or controls. Unattended children could become involved in serious accidents. SIP0179 Reclining Move the recline switch backward until the desired angle is obtained. To bring the seatback forward again, move the switch forward and move your body forward. The seatback will move forward. SIP0178 Forward and backward Moving the switch forward or backward will slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position. Operating tips The motor has an auto-reset overload protection circuit. If the motor stops during 1-2 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS internal injuries. For most effective protection when the vehicle is in motion, the seat should be upright. Always sit well back in the seat and adjust the seat belt properly. See ``Precautions on seat belt usage'' later in this section. SIR0001 SIR0002 WARNING Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident you could be thrown into it and receive neck or other serious injuries. You could also slide under the lap belt and receive serious 1-3 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS Seat lifter (Driver's seat) Lumbar support (Driver's seat) properly as they may provide significant protection against injury in an accident. Do not remove them. Check the adjustment after someone else uses the seat. SIP0066 SIP0117 Push the front or rear end of the switch to adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion. The lumbar support feature provides lower back support to the driver. Move the lever up or down to adjust the seat lumbar area. HEAD RESTRAINT ADJUSTMENT WARNING Head restraints should be adjusted 1-4 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS To adjust the head restraint, push it forward or rearward as shown. Adjust the head restraints so the top is level with the tops of your ears. ARMREST WARNING Properly secure all cargo to help prevent it from sliding or shifting. Do not place cargo higher than the seatbacks. In a sudden stop or collision, unsecured cargo could cause personal injury. SIR0066 SIR0067 To raise the head restraint, simply pull it up. To lower, push the lock knob and push the head restraint down. Pull the armrest forward until it is horizontal. 1-5 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) section contains important information concerning the driver and passenger supplemental air bags and supplemental side air bags. Supplemental air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the face and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Supplemental side air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The supplemental side air bag is designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. These supplemental restraint systems are de1-6 signed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and front passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the driver and front passenger seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel and front door finishers. (See ``Seat belts'' later in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) After turning the ignition key to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational. SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SIR0003 SIR0004 WARNING The supplemental air bags ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a rear impact, roll over, or lower severity frontal collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. 1-7 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemental air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and use the seat belts. Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental air bag inflates. SIR0001 SIR0005 The seat belts and the supplemental air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental air bags inflate with great force. If you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash and may 1-8 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SIR0006 SIR0007 SIR0008 1-9 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS SIR0009 SIR0010 SIR0011 1-10 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS WARNING Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the previous illustrations. Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental air bag or supplemental side air bag inflates if they are not properly restrained. Also never install a rear facing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. For additional information, see ``Child restraints'' later in this section. 1-11 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS impact or lower severity side collision. Always wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents. The seat belts and the supplemental side air bag are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental side air bag inflates with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the supplemental side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front seat to extend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. SIR0059 SIR0068 WARNING The supplemental side air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear 1-12 SEATS, RESTRAINTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG SYSTEMS When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the supplemental side air bag inflates, the occupant may be seriously injured. Be especially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained. Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks. They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation. SIR0065 Supplemental air bag system The driver supplemental air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger supplemental air bag is mounted in the dashboard above the glove box. The supplemental air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity frontal collisions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag operation. When the supplem ...