Infiniti Q60 Coupe (2021 year). Manual in english — page 21

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PFCW SYSTEM OPERATION

The PFCW system operates at speeds above
approximately 3 MPH (5 km/h).
If there is a potential risk of a forward
collision, the PFCW system will warn the
driver by blinking the driver assist system
forward indicator and the vehicle ahead
detection indicator, and sounding an audible
alert.

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FEB system warning light (on the
instrument panel)
Lower display
MENU button

TURNING THE PFCW SYSTEM
ON/OFF

Perform the following steps to turn the
PFCW system on or off.
1. Push the MENU button

and touch

[Driver Assistance] on the lower display

.

2. Touch [Emergency Assist].
3. Touch [Emergency Braking] to turn the

system ON/OFF.

When the PFCW system is turned off, the
FEB system warning light (orange)

illumi-

nates.
The displayed keys on the lower display may
vary depending on models, specifications
and software version.

NOTE:

The PFCW system is integrated into the
FEB with pedestrian detection system.
There is not a separate selection in the
display for the PFCW system. When the
FEB with pedestrian detection system is
turned off, the PFCW system is also turned
off.

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Illustration A

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Illustration B

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Illustration C

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Illustration D

PFCW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the PFCW system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in serious
injury or death.

.

The PFCW system cannot detect all
vehicles under all conditions.

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The radar sensor does not detect the
following objects:

— Pedestrians, animals or obstacles

in the roadway

— Oncoming vehicles

— Crossing vehicles

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(Illustration A) The PFCW system
does not function when a vehicle
ahead is a narrow vehicle, such as a
motorcycle.

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The radar sensor may not detect a
vehicle ahead in the following condi-
tions:

— Snow or heavy rain

— Dirt, ice, snow or other material

covering the radar sensor

— Interference by other radar

sources

— Snow or road spray from travel-

ling vehicles.

— Driving in a tunnel

— (Illustration B) When the vehicle

ahead is being towed.

— (Illustration C) When the distance

to the vehicle ahead is too close,
the beam of the radar sensor is
obstructed.

— (Illustration D) When driving on a

steep downhill slope or roads with
sharp curves.

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The system is designed to automati-
cally check the sensor’s functionality,
within certain limitations. The system
may not detect some forms of ob-
struction of the sensor area such as
ice, snow, stickers, for example. In
these cases, the system may not be
able to warn the driver properly. Be
sure that you check, clean and clear
the sensor area regularly.

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Excessive noise will interfere with the
warning chime sound, and the chime

may not be heard.

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When driving on some roads, such as wind-
ing, hilly, curved, narrow roads, or roads
which are under construction, the radar
sensor may detect vehicles in a different
lane, or may temporarily not detect a vehicle
traveling ahead. This may cause the PFCW
system to work inappropriately.
The detection of vehicles may also be
affected by vehicle operation (steering man-
euver or traveling position in the lane, etc.) or
vehicle condition.

If this occurs, the system

may warn you by blinking the system
indicator and sounding the chime unexpect-
edly. You will have to manually control the
proper distance away from the vehicle
traveling ahead.

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FEB system warning light (on the
instrument panel)
Driver assist system forward indicator
(on the vehicle information display)

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNA-
VAILABLE

Condition A

When the radar sensor picks up interference
from another radar source, making it im-
possible to detect a vehicle ahead, the
PFCW system is automatically turned off.
The FEB system warning light (orange)
and the driver assist system forward indi-
cator (orange)

will illuminate.

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer exist,
the PFCW system will resume automatically.

Condition B

Under the following conditions, making it
impossible to detect a vehicle ahead, the
PFCW system is automatically turned off.
The FEB system warning light (orange)
and the driver assist system forward indi-
cator (orange)

will illuminate and the

“front radar obstruction” warning message
will appear in the vehicle information display.

.

When the sensor area of the front

bumper is covered with dirt or is ob-
structed

Action to take:

If the FEB system warning light (orange)
comes on, stop the vehicle in a safe place,
place the shift lever in the P (Park) position
and turn the engine off. Clean the radar
cover on the front grille with a soft cloth, and
restart the engine. If the FEB system warn-
ing light (orange)

continues to illuminate,

have the PFCW system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.

.

When driving on roads with limited road

structures or buildings (for example, long
bridges, deserts, snow fields, driving next
to long walls)

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer exist,
the PFCW system will resume automatically.

NOTE:

If the FEB with pedestrian detection system
stops working, the PFCW system will also
stop working.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the PFCW malfunctions, it will be turned
off automatically, a chime will sound, the
FEB system warning light (orange)

and

the driver assist system forward indicator
(orange)

will illuminate, and the system

“malfunction” message will appear in the
vehicle information display.

Action to take:

If the FEB system warning light (orange)
comes on, stop the vehicle in a safe location,
turn the engine off and restart the engine. If
the warning light continues to illuminate,
have the PFCW system checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The sensor

is located behind the grille of

the front bumper.
To keep the system operating properly, be
sure to observe the following:

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Always keep the sensor area of the front

grille clean.

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Do not strike or damage the areas around

the sensor.

.

Do not cover or attach stickers or similar

objects on the front bumper near the
sensor area. This could cause failure or
malfunction.

.

Do not attach metallic objects near the

sensor area (brush guard, etc.). This

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could cause failure or malfunction.

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Do not alter, remove or paint the front

bumper. It is recommended you contact
an INFINITI retailer before customizing
or restoring the front bumper.

FCC Notice:

For USA:

This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

1.

This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

2.

This device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warning

Changes or modification not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

For Canada:

This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:

1.

This device may not cause interference,
and

2.

This device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

CAUTION

During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),
follow these recommendations to obtain
maximum engine performance and en-
sure the future reliability and economy
of your new vehicle.

Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in shortened engine life and
reduced engine performance.

.

Avoid driving for long periods at constant

speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the
engine over 4,000 rpm.

.

Do not accelerate at full throttle in any

gear.

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Avoid quick starts.

.

Avoid hard braking as much as possible.

Follow these easy-to-use Fuel Efficient
Driving Tips to help you achieve the most
fuel economy from your vehicle.
1. Use smooth accelerator and brake pedal

application.

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Avoid rapid starts and stops.

.

Use smooth, gentle accelerator and

brake application whenever possible.

.

Maintain constant speed while com-

muting and coast whenever possible.

2. Maintain constant speed.

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Look ahead to try and anticipate and

minimize stops.

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Synchronizing your speed with traffic

lights allows you to reduce your
number of stops.

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Maintaining a steady speed can mini-

mize red light stops and improve fuel
efficiency.

3. Use air conditioning (A/C) at higher

vehicle speeds.

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Below 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more

efficient to open windows to cool the
vehicle due to reduced engine load.

.

Above 40 MPH (64 km/h), it is more

efficient to use A/C to cool the
vehicle due to increased aerodynamic
drag.

.

Recirculating the cool air in the cabin

when the A/C is on reduces cooling
load.

BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

FUEL EFFICIENT DRIVING TIPS

4. Drive at economical speeds and dis-

tances.

.

Observing the speed limit and not

exceeding 60 MPH (97 km/h) (where
legally allowed) can improve fuel
efficiency due to reduced aerody-
namic drag.

.

Maintaining a safe following distance

behind other vehicles reduces unne-
cessary braking.

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Safely monitoring traffic to anticipate

changes in speed permits reduced
braking and smooth acceleration
changes.

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Select a gear range suitable to road

conditions.

5. Use cruise control.

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Using cruise control during highway

driving helps maintain a steady speed.

.

Cruise control is particularly effective

in providing fuel savings when driving
on flat terrains.

6. Plan for the shortest route.

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Utilize a map or navigation system to

determine the best route to save time.

7. Avoid idling.

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Shutting off your engine when safe

for stops exceeding 30-60 seconds
saves fuel and reduces emissions.

8. Buy an automated pass for toll roads.

.

Automated passes permit drivers to

use special lanes to maintain cruising
speed through the toll and avoid
stopping and starting.

9. Winter warm up.

.

Limit idling time to minimize impact to

fuel economy.

.

Vehicles typically need no more than

30 seconds of idling at start-up to
effectively circulate the engine oil
before driving.

.

Your vehicle will reach its ideal oper-

ating temperature more quickly while
driving versus idling.

10. Keeping your vehicle cool.

.

Park your vehicle in a covered parking

area or in the shade whenever possi-
ble.

.

When entering a hot vehicle, opening

the windows will help to reduce the
inside temperature faster, resulting in
reduced demand on your A/C system.

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Keep your engine tuned up.

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Follow the recommended scheduled

maintenance.

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Keep the tires inflated to the correct

pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.

.

Keep the wheels in correct alignment.

Improper alignment increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.

.

Use the recommended viscosity engine

oil. (See “Engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendation” (P.10-6).)

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If any malfunction occurs in the Intelligent
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system while the
engine is running, warning messages appear
in the vehicle information display.

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If the “AWD Error” warning

appears, there

may be a malfunction in the Intelligent AWD
system. Reduce vehicle speed and have the
system checked as soon as possible. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
The “AWD High Temp.” (high temperature)
warning

may appear while trying to free a

stuck vehicle due to increased oil tempera-
ture. The driving mode may change to Two-
Wheel Drive (2WD). If this warning is
displayed, stop the vehicle with the engine
idling, as soon as it is safe to do so. Then if
the warning turns off, you can continue
driving.
The “Tire Size Incorrect” warning

may

appear if there is a large difference between
the diameters of front and rear wheels. Pull
off the road in a safe area, with the engine
idling. Check that all tire sizes are the same,
that the tire pressure is correct and that the
tires are not excessively worn.
If any warning message continues to be
displayed, have your vehicle checked as soon
as possible. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.

WARNING

.

For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the
ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with the
engine running. Doing so may result
in drivetrain damage or unexpected
vehicle movement which could result
in serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.

INTELLIGENT ALL-WHEEL
DRIVE (AWD) (if so equipped)

.

Do not attempt to test an AWD
equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dy-
namometer (such as the dynam-
ometers used by some states for
emissions testing) or similar equip-
ment even if the other two wheels are
raised off the ground. Make sure that
you inform the test facility personnel
that your vehicle is equipped with
AWD before it is placed on a dynam-
ometer. Using the wrong test equip-
ment may result in drivetrain damage
or unexpected vehicle movement
which could result in serious vehicle
damage or personal injury.

CAUTION

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Do not operate the engine on a free
roller when any of the wheels are
raised.

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If the “AWD Error” warning appears
while driving there may be a mal-
function in the AWD system. Reduce
the vehicle speed and have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.

.

If the “AWD Error” warning remains
on after the above operation, have

your vehicle checked as soon as
possible. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.

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The power train may be damaged if
you continue driving with the “AWD
Error” warning on.

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WARNING

.

Do not stop or park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags. They
may ignite and cause a fire.

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Never leave the engine running while
the vehicle is unattended.

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Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious accidents.

.

To help avoid risk of injury or death
through unintended operation of the
vehicle and/or its systems, do not
leave children, people who require the
assistance of others or pets unat-
tended in your vehicle. Additionally,
the temperature inside a closed ve-
hicle on a warm day can quickly
become high enough to cause a sig-
nificant risk of injury or death to
people and pets.

.

Safe parking procedures require that
both the parking brake be applied
and the transmission placed into P
(Park). Failure to do so could cause

the vehicle to move unexpectedly or
roll away and result in an accident.

.

Make sure the automatic transmis-
sion shift lever has been pushed as far
forward as it can go and cannot be
moved without depressing the foot
brake pedal.

1. Firmly apply the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever to the P (Park)

position.

3. To help prevent the vehicle from rolling

into the street when parked on a sloping
drive way, it is a good practice to turn the
wheels as illustrated.

.

HEADED DOWNHILL WITH CURB:

Turn the wheels into the curb and
move the vehicle forward until the
curb side wheel gently touches the
curb.

.

HEADED UPHILL WITH CURB:

Turn the wheels away from the curb
and move the vehicle back until the
curb side wheel gently touches the
curb.

.

HEADED UPHILL OR DOWNHILL,

NO CURB:
Turn the wheels toward the side of
the road so the vehicle will move away
from the center of the road if it

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moves.

4. Push the ignition switch to the OFF

position.

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
TYPE

WARNING

.

If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the steering will not work.
Steering will be harder to operate.

.

When the power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine run-
ning, the power assist for the steer-
ing will cease operation. You will still
have control of the vehicle but the
steering will be harder to operate.

The electric power steering is designed to
provide power assist while driving to oper-
ate the steering wheel with light force.
When the steering wheel is operated re-
peatedly or continuously while parking or
driving at a very low speed, the power assist
for the steering wheel will be reduced. This is
to prevent overheating of the electric power
steering and protect it from getting da-
maged. While the power assist is reduced,
steering wheel operation will become heavy.
When the temperature of the electric power
steering goes down, the power assist level
will return to normal. Avoid repeating such

steering wheel operations that could cause
the electric power steering to overheat.
You may hear a sound when the steering
wheel is operated quickly. However, this is
not a malfunction.
If the power steering warning light illumi-
nates while the engine is running, it may
indicate the electric power steering is not
functioning properly and may need servicing.
It is recommended you have the electric
power steering checked by an INFINITI
retailer. (See “Power steering warning light”
(P.2-18).)
When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, the
power assist for the steering will cease
operation. You will still have control of the
vehicle. However, greater steering effort is
needed, especially in sharp turns and at low
speeds.

DIRECT ADAPTIVE STEERING
TYPE

WARNING

.

When the power steering warning
light illuminates with the engine run-
ning, the power assist for the steer-
ing will cease operation. You will still

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have control of the vehicle, but the
steering will be harder to operate.

.

If wheels or tires other than the
INFINITI recommended ones are
used, Direct Adaptive Steering may
not operate properly and the power
steering warning light may illumi-
nate.

.

Do not modify the vehicle’s suspen-
sion. If suspension parts such as
shock absorbers, struts, springs, sta-
bilizer bars, bushings and wheels are
not INFINITI recommended for your
vehicle or are extremely deteriorated,
Direct Adaptive Steering may not
operate properly and the power
steering warning light may illumi-
nate.

.

Do not modify the vehicle’s steering.
If steering parts are not INFINITI
recommended for your vehicle or are
extremely deteriorated, Direct Adap-
tive Steering may not operate prop-
erly and the power steering warning
light may illuminate.

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If the VDC warning light illuminates,
the power steering warning light may
also illuminate at the same time. Stop
the vehicle in a safe location, turn the
engine off and restart the engine. If
the power steering warning light

continues to illuminate, have the
system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service. For the VDC system, see
“Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) sys-
tem” (P.5-132).

CAUTION

.

Do not place the ignition switch is in
the ON position while the steering
wheel or a tire is removed.

.

Do not turn the steering wheel as
much as possible while the ignition
switch is in any position other than
the ON position.

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Installing an accessory on the steer-
ing wheel, or changing the steering
wheel, may reduce the steering per-
formance.

Direct Adaptive Steering is designed to
control the steering force and steering angle
according to the vehicle speed and amount
of turning of the steering wheel.
The steering characteristic can be selected
using the INFINITI Drive Mode Selector. See
“INFINITI Drive Mode Selector” (P.5-21).
If the VDC system is turned off, the setting

of steering becomes standard mode.
If the power steering warning light illumi-
nates while the engine is running, it may
indicate that Direct Adaptive Steering is not
functioning properly and may need servicing.
It is recommended you have the system
checked by an INFINITI retailer. (See “Power
steering warning light” (P.2-18).)
When the power steering warning light
illuminates with the engine running, the
power assist for the steering will cease
operation. You will still have control of the
vehicle. However, greater steering effort will
be needed, especially in sharp turns and at
low speeds.
If Direct Adaptive Steering is malfunction-
ing, the steering wheel may turn slightly even
when driving on a straight road.
Under the following conditions, the steering
wheel may turn slightly even when driving on
a straight road. This is due to a protection
mechanism for Direct Adaptive Steering. The
steering wheel will return to the normal
position after the protection mechanism is
deactivated.

Condition A

.

When the engine is stalled or likely to be

stalled

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When the steering wheel is held in the full

lock position or when the front tire
touches an obstruction.

.

When the battery is discharged

To return the steering wheel to the normal
position, stop the vehicle in a safe location
and stop operating the steering wheel. Then
drive the vehicle for a short period of time.

Condition B

.

When the steering wheel is operated

repeatedly or continuously while parking
or driving at a very low speed. In this
case, the power assist for the steering
wheel will be reduced.

To return the steering wheel to the normal
position, stop the vehicle in a safe location
and wait for a period of time, without
operating the steering wheel, until the
temperature of Direct Adaptive Steering
cools down. Avoid repeated steering wheel
operations that could cause Direct Adaptive
Steering to overheat.
When the vehicle is tested on the 2-wheel
dynamometer, the power steering warning
light may illuminate. To turn off the power
steering warning light, stop the vehicle in a
safe location, turn the engine off, restart the
engine, and then drive the vehicle for a
period of time.
The following conditions do not indicate a
malfunction of Direct Adaptive Steering.

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You may notice wider steering play when

the ignition switch is in the OFF or ACC
position compared to when it is in the

ON position.

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After the engine is started, the steering

wheel may turn slightly even when
driving on a straight road. To return to
the normal position, drive the vehicle on
a straight road for a period of time.

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After the engine is started, the steering

wheel may move if the steering wheel
was turned to the fully locked position
while the ignition switch was in the OFF
position.

.

After the vehicle is tested on the 4-wheel

dynamometer, the steering wheel may
turn slightly even when driving on a
straight road. To return the steering
wheel to the normal position, drive the
vehicle on a straight road for a period of
time.

You may hear a noise under the following
conditions. However, this is not a malfunc-
tion.

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When the engine is started or stopped.

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When the steering wheel is turned in the

full lock position.

BRAKING PRECAUTIONS

The brake system has two separate hydrau-
lic circuits. If one circuit malfunctions, you
will still have braking at two wheels.

Vacuum assisted brakes

The brake booster aids braking by using
engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you can
stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal. However, greater foot pressure on
the brake pedal will be required to stop the
vehicle and the stopping distance will be
longer.

Using the brakes

Avoid resting your foot on the brake pedal
while driving. This will cause overheating of
the brakes, wearing out the brake and pads
faster and reduce gas mileage.
To help save the brakes and to prevent the
brakes from overheating, reduce speed and
downshift to a lower gear before going
down a slope or long grade. Overheated
brakes may reduce braking performance and
could result in loss of vehicle control.

WARNING

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While driving on a slippery surface,
be careful when braking, accelerating

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or downshifting. Abrupt braking or
accelerating could cause the wheels
to skid and result in an accident.

.

If the engine is not running or is
turned off while driving, the power
assist for the brakes will not work.
Braking will be harder.

Wet brakes

When the vehicle is washed or driven
through water, the brakes may get wet. As
a result, your braking distance will be longer
and the vehicle may pull to one side during
braking.
To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe
speed while lightly tapping the brake pedal
to heat-up the brakes. Do this until the
brakes return to normal. Avoid driving the
vehicle at high speeds until the brakes
function correctly.

PARKING BRAKE BREAK-IN

Break in the parking brake shoes whenever
the stopping effect of the parking brake is
weakened or whenever the parking brake
shoes and/or drums/rotors are replaced, in
order to assure the best braking perfor-
mance.
This procedure is described in the vehicle
service manual. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.

BRAKE ASSIST

When the force applied to the brake pedal
exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is
activated generating greater braking force
than a conventional brake booster even with
light pedal force.

WARNING

The Brake Assist is only an aid to assist
braking operation and is not a collision
warning or avoidance device. It is the
driver’s responsibility to stay alert, drive
safely and be in control of the vehicle at
all times.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS)

WARNING

.

The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
is a sophisticated device, but it
cannot prevent accidents resulting
from careless or dangerous driving
techniques. It can help maintain ve-
hicle control during braking on slip-
pery surfaces. Remember that
stopping distances on slippery sur-

BRAKE ASSIST