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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 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 808-531-0231. Thank you. 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. 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. 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. 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. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMINDERS FOR SAFETY! Follow these five important driving rules to help ensure a safe and 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. WARNING This is used to indicate the presence of a hazard which may cause the possibility of a personal injury or other damage. The procedures must be followed precisely. CAUTION This is used throughout the manual to indicate the presence of a hazard that could cause possible minor injury to yourself or your vehicle. The procedures must be followed carefully. © 1996 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 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS .......................................................... 1-1 PRE-DRIVING CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS............................................ 2-1 HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER/AUDIO SYSTEM............................................ 3-1 STARTING AND DRIVING................................................................... 4-1 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY .................................................................. 5-1 APPEARANCE AND CARE................................................................... 6-1 DO-IT-YOURSELF ............................................................................ 7-1 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 8-1 TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION........................................... 9-1 INDEX ........................................................................................ 10-1 1 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Meter and gauges........................................ 1-3 Warning/indicator light and chime ............. 1-6 Windshield wiper and washer switch........ 1-11 Rear window defogger switch/ heating mirror switch ................................ 1-12 Headlight and turn signal switch ............. 1-12 Instrument brightness control................... 1-14 Hazard warning flasher switch .................. Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ................... Power window ......................................... Sun roof ................................................... Clock ........................................................ Interior light ............................................. Front personal light ................................... 1-14 1-15 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-18 1-18 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS See the page indicated in parentheses for operating details. SII0064 1-2 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS METERS AND GAUGES SPEEDOMETER The speedometer indicates vehicle speed in miles per hour. IIC017 SII0065 ODOMETER The odometer records the total mileage the vehicle has been driven. 1-3 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS TRIP ODOMETER The trip odometer records the distance of individual trips. Before each trip, set the trip odometer to zero by pushing the RESET button. CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage. Engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions. CAUTION If the gauge indicates over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See ``In case of emergency'' section for immediate action required. TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (r/min). ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates engine coolant temperature. IIC018 IIC019 1-4 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the APPROXIMATE fuel level in the tank. SII0005 The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill. The gauge needle is designed to remain in approximately the same position, even when the ignition key is turned ``OFF''. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge registers Empty. 1-5 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHT AND CHIME or Brake warning light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights High beam indicator light (Blue) Charge warning light Door open warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Low washer fluid warning light (If so equipped) or Anti-lock brake system warning light Malfunction indicator light Engine oil pressure warning light Low fuel warning light CRUISE indicator light Seat belt warning light Overdrive off indicator light Theft warning light Checking bulbs Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition key to ``ON'' without starting the engine. The , or following lights will come on: , , , or , , If any light fails to come on, it may indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the system repaired promptly. Engine oil pressure warning light This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If the light flickers or comes on during normal driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop the engine immediately and call an INFINITI dealer or other authorized repair shop. Running the engine when the oil pressure warning light is on could cause serious damage to the engine. In case of emergency, see Section 5. 1-6 The oil pressure warning light is not designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the dipstick to check the oil level. See ``Engine oil'' in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section. CAUTION Running the engine with the oil pressure warning light on could cause serious damage to the engine. INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Charge warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is something wrong with the charging system. Turn the engine off and check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or if the light remains on, see your INFINITI dealer immediately. Door open warning light This light comes on when any of the doors (except the trunk lid) are not closed securely while the ignition key is ``ON''. ``Pre-driving checks and adjustments'' section of this manual. Low washer fluid warning light (If so equipped) This light comes on when the washer tank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid as necessary. See the ``Do-it-yourself'' section. Seat belt warning light and chime The light and chime remind you to fasten seat belts. The light illuminates whenever the ignition key is turned to ``ON'', and will remain illuminated until the driver's seat belt is fastened. At the same time, the chime will sound for about seven seconds unless the driver's seat belt is securely fastened. If the seat belt warning light blinks, there may be something wrong with the pre-tensioner seat belt. In this case, the pre-tensioner will not operate properly. Have it checked by your INFINITI dealer. For additional details on the pretensioner seat belt system, see the 1-7 CAUTION Do not continue driving if the belt is loose, broken or missing. In case of emergency, see Section 5. or Brake warning light This light functions for both the parking brake and the foot brake systems. Parking brake indicator The light comes on when the parking brake is applied. Low brake fluid warning The light warns of a low brake fluid level. If the light comes on while the engine is running with the parking brake not applied, stop the vehicle and perform the following: Low fuel warning light This light comes on when the fuel in the tank is getting low. Refuel at soon as it is convenient, preferably before the fuel gauge reaches ``E''. There should be a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the fuel gauge needle reaches ``E''. INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1. Check the brake fluid level. Add brake fluid as necessary. See ``Brake and clutch fluid'' in the ``Do-it-yourself'' section. Pressing the brake pedal with the engine stopped could increase your stopping distance and require greater pedal effort as well as pedal travel. Overdrive off indicator light This light comes on when the overdrive switch is pushed to the ``OFF '' position. WARNING If the level is below the MINIMUM mark on the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive until the brake system has been checked at a INFINITI dealer. 2. If the brake fluid level is correct: Have the warning system checked by a INFINITI dealer. Turn signal/hazard indicator lights The light flashes when the turn signal switch lever or hazard switch is turned on. or Anti-lock brake warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, it may indicate there is something wrong with the anti-lock portion of the brake system. Have the system checked by your INFINITI dealer. If an abnormality occurs in the system, the anti-lock function will cease but the ordinary brakes will continue to operate normally. If the light comes on while you are driving, contact your INFINITI dealer for repair. 1-8 High beam indicator light (Blue) This light comes on when the headlight high beam is on and goes out when the low beam is selected. WARNING Even if you judge it to be safe, have your vehicle towed because driving it could be dangerous. CRUISE indicator light The light comes on while the vehicle speed is controlled by the cruise control system. Key reminder chime The chime will sound if the driver side door is opened while the key is left in the ignition INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS switch. Remove the key and take it with you when leaving the vehicle. CAUTION Continued operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could lead to poor driveability, reduced fuel economy, and possible damage to the emission control system which may affect your warranty coverage. Although the vehicle is still driveable, see your nearest INFINITI dealer as soon as possible. To avoid system damage, do not drive at speeds above 45 MPH (72 km/h). If possible, avoid hard acceleration or deceleration. Light reminder chime A chime will sound when the driver side door is opened if the light switch is turned on (ignition switch is turned off). Turn the light switch off when you leave the vehicle. ``START'' position, the supplemental air bag light will illuminate for about 7 seconds and then turn off. This means the system is operational. If any of the following conditions occur, the supplemental air bag needs servicing and your INFINITI must be taken to your nearest authorized INFINITI dealer. 1. The supplemental air bag light goes off within 7 seconds. 2. The supplemental air bag light flashes intermittently or remains on (after 7 seconds). 3. The supplemental air bag light does not come on at all. Unless checked and repaired, the Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly. For additional details on the Supplemental Air Bag System, see the ``Pre-driving checks and adjustments'' section of this manual. Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a brake pad requires replacement, it will make a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion whether or not the brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes checked as soon as possible if the warning sound is heard. Malfunction indicator light If this light comes on or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate a potential emission control problem. Supplemental air bag warning light When the ignition key is in the ``ON'' or 1-9 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Theft warning The theft warning system provides visual and audio alarm signals if parts of the vehicle are disturbed. CAUTION If the key is turned slowly when locking the door, the system may not activate. Furthermore, if the key is turned excessively to the unlock position, the system may be deactivated when the key is removed. If the indicator light fails to glow for 30 seconds, unlock the door once and lock it again. Even when the driver and/or passengers are in the vehicle, the system will activate with all doors, hood, trunk lid and back door locked and ignition key off. If the indicator light blinks, the system is malfunctioning and will not activate. If the indicator light blinks, follow the procedures again shown under the heading ``How to activate the theft warning system'' given earlier. How to activate the theft warning system 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Close all windows. Close and lock all doors, hood and trunk lid. The doors can be locked either with or without the key. The system can be activated even if the windows are open. 3. Confirm that the indicator light comes on. The light will glow for about 30 seconds and then go out. The system is now activated. If, during this 30 second time period, the door is unlocked or the ignition key is turned to ``ACC'' or ``ON'', the system will not activate. Theft warning system operation The warning system will give the following alarm: The headlights blink and the horn sounds intermittently. In addition, the starter motor will not operate. The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to 3 minutes; however, the alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm is activated by: Opening the door or trunk lid without using the key (even if the door is opened by releasing the door inside lock knob) or opening the trunk lid or back door by 1-10 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS operating the opener lever. Opening the hood. Pushing in or pulling out of the key cylinder on the door or trunk lid. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH The windshield wiper and washer operates when the ignition key is in the ``ACC'' or ``ON'' position. Push the lever down to operate the wiper. Pull the lever toward you to operate the washer. CAUTION Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 30 seconds. Do not operate the washer if the reservoir tank is dry. How to stop alarms The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door or trunk lid with the key. The alarm will not stop if the ignition switch is turned to ``ACC'' or ``ON''. If the system does not operate as described above, have it checked by your INFINITI dealer. WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield. IIC021 Intermittent operation can be adjusted from 4 to 12 seconds by turning the knob. 1-11 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH/HEATING MIRROR SWITCH CAUTION When cleaning the inner side of the window, be careful not to scratch or damage the electrical conductor strips. The front clearance, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument lights will come on. Turn the switch to the `` '' position: Headlights will come on and all the other lights remain on. To select the high beam, push the lever forward. Pull it back to select the low beam. HEADLIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH Lighting IIC022 To defog the rear window glass and the outside door mirrors, start the engine and push the switch on. (The indicator light will come on.) Push the switch again to turn the defogger off. It will automatically turn off in approximately 15 minutes. Turn the switch to the `` 1-12 SII0006 SII0007 Daytime light system (For Canada) With the parking brake applied, the daytime '' position: INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS light will not come on when the engine is started; the daytime light will come on when the parking brake is released. Thereafter, the daytime light will not turn off when using the parking brake at a stop signal, etc. The headlights illuminate a little less brightly than with the light switch in the `` '' position. Passing signal Pulling the lever toward you will flash the headlight high beam. or down to the point where lights begin flashing. Fog light switch WARNING When the daytime light system is active, tail lights on your vehicle will not be on. It is necessary at dusk to turn on your headlights. Failure to do so could cause an accident injuring yourself and others. SII0008 SII0009 Turn signal Move the lever up or down to signal the turning direction. When the turn is completed, the turn signals cancel automatically. Push the button to activate the fog lights. The fog lights can only be activated when the headlight switch is in the `` '' position. Lane change signal To indicate a lane change, move the lever up 1-13 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS CONTROL HAZARD WARNING FLASHER SWITCH Push the switch on to warn other drivers when you must stop or park under emergency conditions. All turn signal lights will flash. roadway under emergency conditions, move the vehicle well off the road. Do not use the switch while moving on the highway unless unusual circumstances force you to drive so slowly that your vehicle might become a hazard to other traffic. Some state laws may prohibit the use of the hazard warning flasher switch while driving. IIC025 Turn the headlight switch to the `` '' or `` '' position, and turn the control to adjust the brightness of instrument panel lights. IIC027 Turn signals do not work when the switch is operating. The flasher can be actuated with the ignition switch either off or on. WARNING