Infiniti Q50 Hybrid (2018 year). Manual — part 14

Action to take:

If the chassis control warning appears, pull
off the road to a safe location and stop the
vehicle. Turn the hybrid system off and
restart the hybrid system. If the chassis
control warning continues to appear, have
the system checked. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

SSD0453

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The lane camera unit

for Active Lane

Control is located above the inside mirror. To
keep the proper operation of Active Lane
Control and prevent a system malfunction,
be sure to observe the following:
. Always keep the windshield clean.

. Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessory
near the camera unit.

. Do not place reflective materials, such as

white paper or a mirror, on the instru-
ment panel. The reflection of sunlight
may adversely affect the camera unit’s
capability of detecting the lane markers.

. Do not strike or damage the areas around

the camera unit. Do not touch the
camera lens or remove the screw located
on the camera unit. It is recommended
you contact an INFINITI retailer if the
camera unit is damaged due to an
accident.

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WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use of the LDW
and LDP systems could result in serious
personal injury or death.
. The LDW and LDP systems will not

prevent loss of control. It is the
driver’s responsibility to stay alert,
drive safety, keep the vehicle in the
traveling lane, and be in control of
the vehicle at all times.

. The LDP system may activate if you

change lanes without first activating
your turn signal or, for example, if a
construction zone directs traffic to
cross an existing lane marker. If this
occurs, you may need to apply cor-
rective steering to complete your lane
change.

. Because the LDP system may not

activate under the road, weather,
and lane marker conditions described
in this section, it may not activate
every time your vehicle begins to
leave its lane and you will need to
apply corrective steering.

. Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system

— warns the driver with an indicator in

the vehicle information display and
chime that the vehicle is beginning to
leave the traveling lane.

. Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system

— warns the driver with an indicator in

the vehicle information display and
chime, and helps the driver to return
the vehicle to the center of the
traveling lane.

JVS1124X

The LDW and LDP systems use a camera
installed behind the windshield to monitor
the lane markers of your traveling lane.

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING
(LDW)/LANE DEPARTURE
PREVENTION (LDP) (if so equipped)

JVS0825X

Dynamic driver assistance switch
Driver assist system lane indicator
(green) (on the vehicle information dis-
play)
Lower display

LDW SYSTEM OPERATION

The LDW system operates above approxi-
mately 45 MPH (70 km/h) and when the
lane markings are clear.

If the vehicle approaches either the left or
the right side of the traveling lane, the driver
assist system lane indicator (orange) in the
vehicle information display will blink and a
warning chime will sound.

NOTE:

The LDW system is not designed to warn
when you operate the lane change signal
and change traveling lanes in the direction
of the signal. (The LDW system will become
operable again approximately 2 seconds
after the lane change signal is turned off.)

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
LDW SYSTEM

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the LDW system.

1. Push the MENU button

and touch

[Driver Assistance] on the lower display.

2. Touch [Lane Assist].

3. Touch [Lane Departure Warning] to

enable or disable the system.

LDP SYSTEM OPERATION

The LDP system operates above approxi-
mately 45 MPH (70 km/h) and when the
lane markings are clear.

If the vehicle approaches either the left or
right side of the traveling lane, the driver
assist system lane indicator (orange) in the
vehicle information display will blink and a
warning chime will sound. Then, the LDP
system will automatically assist the driver to
return the vehicle to the center of the
traveling lane.

NOTE:

. The LDP system is not designed to work

when you operate the lane change signal
and change traveling lanes in the direc-
tion of the signal. (The LDP system will
become operable again approximately 2
seconds after the lane change signal is
turned off.)

. The LDP will not operate or will stop

operating and only a warning chime will
sound under the following conditions.
— When the steering wheel is turned as

far as necessary for the vehicle to
change lanes.

— When the accelerator pedal is de-

pressed.

— When the Intelligent Cruise Control

(ICC), Distance Control Assist (DCA),

Blind Spot Intervention

®

(BSI), Blind

Spot Warning (BSW), Predictive For-
ward Collision Warning (PFCW) or
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)
approach warning occurs.

— When the BSI system activates.
— When the hazard warning flashers

are operated.

— When driving on a curve at a high

speed.

JVS0825X

Dynamic driver assistance switch
Driver assist system lane indicator
(green) (on the vehicle information dis-
play)
Lower display

TURNING THE LDP SYSTEM ON/
OFF

To turn on the LDP system, push the
dynamic driver assistance switch

on the

steering wheel after starting the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid

®

System. The driver

assist system lane indicator (green)

in the

vehicle information display will illuminate.

Push the dynamic driver assistance switch
again to turn off the LDP system. The driver
assist system lane indicator

will turn off.

The dynamic driver assistance switch

is

used for LDP, Active Lane Control, Blind
Spot Intervention

®

(BSI) and Distance Con-

trol Assist (DCA) systems. When the dy-
namic driver assistance switch

is pushed,

Active Lane Control, BSI and DCA systems
will also turn on or off simultaneously. The
LDP system can be individually set to on or
off on the lower display

.

If the system is set to off, the system will not
turn on even if the dynamic driver assistance
switch

is pushed to on. To set the system

to on or off on the lower display, see “How
to enable/disable the LDP system” (P.5-36).

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JVS0246X

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
LDP SYSTEM

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the LDP system.

1. Push the MENU button

and touch

[Driver Assistance] on the lower display.

2. Touch [Lane Assist].

3. Touch [Lane Departure Prevention] to

enable or disable the system.

LDW/LDP SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the LDW and LDP systems. Failure to
operate the vehicle in accordance with
these system limitations could result in
serious injury or death.
. The system will not operate at speeds

below 45 MPH (70 km/h) or if it
cannot detect lane markers.

. The LDP system is primarily intended

for use on well-developed freeways
or highways. It may not detect the
lane markers in certain roads, weath-
er or driving conditions.

. Do not use the LDP system under the

following conditions as it may not
function properly:

— During bad weather (rain, fog,

snow, etc.).

— When driving on slippery roads,

such as on ice or snow, etc.

— When driving on winding or un-

even roads.

— When there is a lane closure due

to road repairs.

— When driving in a makeshift or

temporary lane.

— When driving on roads where the

lane width is too narrow.

— When driving without normal tire

conditions (for example, tire wear,
low tire pressure, installation of
tire chains, non-standard wheels).

— When the vehicle is equipped with

non-original steering parts or sus-
pension parts.

. The camera may not detect lane

markers in the following situations
and the LDW and LDP systems may
not operate properly.

— On roads where there are multi-

ple parallel lane markers; lane
markers that are faded or not
painted clearly; yellow painted
lane markers; non-standard lane
markers; or lane markers covered
with water, dirt, snow, etc.

— On roads where discontinued lane

markers are still detectable.

— On roads where there are sharp

curves.

— On roads where there are sharply

contrasting objects, such as sha-
dows, snow, water, wheel ruts,

seams or lines remaining after
road repairs. (The LDW and LDP
systems could detect these items
as lane markers.)

— On roads where the traveling lane

merges or separates.

— When the vehicle’s traveling di-

rection does not align with the
lane marker.

— When traveling close to the ve-

hicle in front of you, which ob-
structs the lane camera unit
detection range.

— When rain, snow or dirt adheres

to the windshield in front of the
lane camera unit.

— When the headlights are not

bright due to dirt on the lens or
if the aiming is not adjusted
properly.

— When strong light enters the lane

camera unit. (For example, the
light directly shines on the front
of the vehicle at sunrise or sun-
set.)

— When a sudden change in bright-

ness occurs. (For example, when
the vehicle enters or exits a tunnel
or under a bridge.)

. Excessive noise will interfere with the

warning chime sound, and the chime
may not be heard.

JVS0826X

Warnings and indicators (on the vehicle
information display)
Dynamic driver assistance switch

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNA-
VAILABLE

Condition A

Under the following conditions, If the “LDP
currently unavailable” message appears in
the vehicle information display, a chime will
sound and the LDP system will be turned off
automatically.
. When the VDC system (except TCS

function) or ABS operates.

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. When the VDC system is turned off.

. When the INFINITI Drive Mode Selector

is turned to the SNOW mode.

Action to take:

When the above conditions no longer exist,
push the dynamic driver assistance switch
again to turn the LDP system back on.

Condition B

LDW system: If the vehicle is parked in direct
sunlight under high temperature conditions
(over approximately 104°F (40°C)) and then
started, the LDW system may be deacti-
vated automatically. The “high cabin tem-
perature” warning message will appear in
the vehicle information display.

LDP system: If the vehicle is parked in direct
sunlight under high temperature conditions
(over approximately 104°F (40°C)) and then
the LDP system is turned on, the LDP
system may be deactivated automatically.
The “high cabin temperature” message will
appear in the vehicle information display.

The LDW and LDP systems are not available
until the conditions no longer exist.

Action to take:

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

For the LDP system, push the dynamic driver
assistance switch

again to turn the LDP

system back on.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

LDW system: If the LDW system malfunc-
tions, it will cancel automatically, and the
LDW “malfunction” message will appear in
the vehicle information display.

LDP system: If the LDP system malfunc-
tions, it will cancel automatically. The LDP
“malfunction” message will appear in the
vehicle information display.

Action to take:

Stop the vehicle in a safe location, place the
vehicle in the P (Park) position, turn the
hybrid system off and restart the hybrid
system. If the “malfunction” message con-
tinues to appear, have the system checked. It
is recommended you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.

SSD0453

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The lane camera unit

for LDW/LDP

systems is located above the inside mirror.
To keep the proper operation of LDW/LDP
systems and prevent a system malfunction,
be sure to observe the following:
. Always keep the windshield clean.

. Do not attach a sticker (including trans-

parent material) or install an accessory
near the camera unit.

. Do not place reflective materials, such as

white paper or a mirror, on the instru-
ment panel. The reflection of sunlight
may adversely affect the camera unit’s
capability of detecting the lane markers.

. Do not strike or damage the areas around

the camera unit. Do not touch the
camera lens or remove the screw located
on the camera unit. It is recommended
you contact an INFINITI retailer if the
camera unit is damaged due to an
accident.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use of the BSW
system could result in serious injury or
death.
. The BSW system is not a replacement

for proper driving procedure and is
not designed to prevent contact with
vehicles or objects. When changing
lanes, always use the side and rear
mirrors and turn and look in the
direction your vehicle will move to
ensure it is safe to change lanes.
Never rely solely on the BSW system.

. There is a limitation to the detection

capability of the radar. Not every
moving object or vehicle will be
detected. Using the BSW system
under some road, ground, lane mar-
ker, traffic or weather conditions
could lead to improper system opera-
tion. Always rely on your own opera-
tion to avoid accidents.

The BSW system helps alert the driver of
other vehicles in adjacent lanes when chan-
ging lanes.

JVS1122X

The BSW system uses radar sensors
installed near the rear bumper to detect
other vehicles in an adjacent lane.

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BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW)

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SSD1030

Detection zone

The radar sensors can detect vehicles on
either side of your vehicle within the detec-
tion zone shown as illustrated. This detec-
tion zone starts from the outside mirror of
your vehicle and extends approximately 10
ft (3.0 m) behind the rear bumper, and
approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) sideways.

JVS0827X

Side indicator light
Driver assist system blind spot indica-
tor (on the vehicle information display)
Lower display

BSW SYSTEM OPERATION

The BSW system operates above approxi-
mately 20 MPH (32 km/h).

If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone, the side indicator light
illuminates.

If the turn signal is then activated, the
system chimes (twice) and the side indicator
light flashes. The side indicator light con-
tinues to flash until the detected vehicle
leaves the detection zone.

NOTE:

. The side indicator lights illuminate for a

few seconds when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.

. The brightness of the side indicator

lights is adjusted automatically depend-
ing on the brightness of the ambient
light.

. If a vehicle comes into the detection zone

after the driver activates the turn
signal, then only the side indicator light
flashes and no chime sounds. (See “BSW
driving situations” (P.5-42).)

JVS0246X

HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE
BSW SYSTEM

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the BSW system.

1. Push the MENU button

and touch

[Driver Assistance] on the lower display.

2. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].

3. Touch [Blind Spot Warning] to enable or

disable the system.

Setting the side indicator light
brightness

The brightness of the side indicator lights
can be changed using the following steps:

1. Push the MENU button

and touch

[Driver Assistance] on the lower display.

2. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].

3. Touch [+] or [-] in [Side Indicator Bright-

ness] to select [Bright], [Standard] or
[Dark].

When the brightness setting is changed, the
side indicator lights illuminate for a few
seconds.

BSW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the BSW system. Failure to operate
the vehicle in accordance with these
system limitations could result in serious
injury or death.
. The BSW system cannot detect all

vehicles under all conditions.

. The radar sensors may not be able to

detect and activate BSW when cer-
tain objects are present such as:

— Pedestrians, bicycles, animals.

— Vehicles such as motorcycles, low

height vehicles, or high ground
clearance vehicles.

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— Oncoming vehicles.

— Vehicles remaining in the detec-

tion zone when you accelerate
from a stop.

— A vehicle merging into an adja-

cent lane at a speed approxi-
mately the same as your vehicle.

— A vehicle approaching rapidly

from behind.

— A vehicle which your vehicle over-

takes rapidly.

— A vehicle that passes through the

detection zone quickly.

. The radar sensor’s detection zone is

designed based on a standard lane
width. When driving in a wider lane,
the radar sensors may not detect
vehicles in an adjacent lane. When
driving in a narrow lane, the radar
sensors may detect vehicles driving
two lanes away.

. The radar sensors are designed to

ignore most stationary objects, how-
ever objects such as guardrails, walls,
foliage and parked vehicles may oc-
casionally be detected. This is a
normal operation condition.

. The following conditions may reduce

the ability of the radar to detect

other vehicles:

— Severe weather

— Road spray

— Ice/frost/snow build-up on the

vehicle

— Dirt build-up on the vehicle

. Do not attach stickers (including

transparent material), install acces-
sories or apply additional paint near
the radar sensors. These conditions
may reduce the ability of the radar to
detect other vehicles.

. Excessive noise (for example, audio

system volume, open vehicle window)
will interfere with the chime sound,
and it may not be heard.

BSW DRIVING SITUATIONS

Indicator on

Indicator off

Indicator flashing

JVS0737X

Illustration 1 – Approaching from behind

Another vehicle approaching from
behind

Illustration 1: The side indicator light illumi-
nates if a vehicle enters the detection zone
from behind in an adjacent lane.

JVS0738X

Illustration 2 – Approaching from behind

Illustration 2: If the driver activates the turn
signal, then the system chimes (twice) and
the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:

. The radar sensors may not detect vehi-

cles which are approaching rapidly from
behind.

. If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side indicator light will flash
but no chime will sound when the other
vehicle is detected.

JVS0739X

Illustration 3 – Overtaking another vehicle

Overtaking another vehicle

Illustration 3: The side indicator light illumi-
nates if you overtake a vehicle and that
vehicle stays in the detection zone for
approximately 3 seconds.

The radar sensors may not detect slower
moving vehicles if they are passed quickly.

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Illustration 4 – Overtaking another vehicle
Illustration 4: If the driver activates the turn
signal while another vehicle is in the detec-
tion zone, then the system chimes (twice)
and the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:

. When overtaking several vehicles in a

row, the vehicles after the first vehicle
may not be detected if they are travel-
ing close together.

. The radar sensors may not detect slower

moving vehicles if they are passed
quickly.

. If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side indicator light will flash
but no chime will sound when the other

vehicle is detected.

JVS0741X

Illustration 5 – Entering from the side

Entering from the side

Illustration 5: The side indicator light illumi-
nates if a vehicle enters the detection zone
from either side.

JVS0742X

Illustration 6 – Entering from the side

Illustration 6: If the driver activates the turn
signal, then the system chimes (twice) and
the side indicator light flashes.

NOTE:

. The radar sensors may not detect a

vehicle which is traveling at about the
same speed as your vehicle when it
enters the detection zone.

. If the driver activates the turn signal

before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side indicator light will flash
but no chime will sound when the other
vehicle is detected.

JVS0824X

Vehicle information display

SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNA-
VAILABLE

When radar blockage is detected, the BSW
system will be turned off automatically, a
chime will sound and the “side radar ob-
struction” warning message will appear in
the vehicle information display

.

The system is not available until the condi-
tions no longer exist.

The radar sensors may be blocked by
temporary ambient conditions such as
splashing water, mist or fog. The blocked
condition may also be caused by objects
such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the radar

sensors.

Action to take:

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

If the “side radar obstruction” warning
message continues to appear, have the
system checked. It is recommended you visit
an INFINITI retailer for this service.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

When the BSW system malfunctions, it will
be turned off automatically, a chime will
sound, and the system “malfunction” warn-
ing message with the driver assist system
blind spot indicator (orange) will appear in
the vehicle information display.

Action to take:

Stop the vehicle in a safe location and place
the shift lever in the P (Park) position. Turn
the INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid

®

Sys-

tem off and restart the hybrid system. If the
system “malfunction” warning message with
the driver assist system blind spot indicator
(orange) continues to be displayed, have the
BSW system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

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JVS1122X

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The two radar sensors

for the BSW

system are located near the rear bumper.
Always keep the area near the radar sensors
clean.

The radar sensors may be blocked by
temporary ambient conditions such as
splashing water, mist or fog.

The blocked condition may also be caused by
objects such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing
the radar sensors.

Check for and remove objects obstructing
the area around the radar sensors.

Do not attach stickers (including transparent
material), install accessories or apply addi-

tional paint near the radar sensors.

Do not strike or damage the area around the
radar sensors.

It is recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer if the area around the radar sensors
is damaged due to a collision.

Radio frequency statement

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 interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.

NOTE:

The manufacturer is not responsible for any
radio or TV interference caused by un-
authorized modifications to this equipment.
Such modifications could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

For Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada
Standard RSS-310.

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, in-
cluding interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.

Frequency of operation: 24.05GHz —
24.25GHz

Field Strength: Not greater than 2.5V/m
peak (0.25V/m average) at a distance of 3
m