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Instruments and controls

and can be programmed at any time begin-
ning with “Programming HomeLink

” - Step

REPROGRAMMING A SINGLE
HomeLink

BUTTON

To reprogram a HomeLink

button, com-

plete the following.
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink

button. DO NOT release the button.

2. The indicator light will illuminate in

green, and after 20 seconds it will begin
to flash in orange and “TRAINING” is
displayed on the mirror.

3. Release the HomeLink

button and

p r o c e e d

w i t h

“ P r o g r a m m i n g

HomeLink

” — Step 3.

For questions or comments, contact
HomeLink

at: www.homelink.com/infiniti

or 1-800-355-3515.
The HomeLink

button has now been re-

programmed. The new device can be acti-
vated by pressing the HomeLink

button

that was just programmed. This procedure
will not affect any other programmed
HomeLink

buttons.

If a new device is not programmed to the
HomeLink

button, it will revert to the

previously stored programming.

USING THE GARAGE DOOR
TWO-WAY COMMUNICATION

HomeLink

has the function of communi-

cating with garage door opener systems. If
your garage door openers are compatible
with HomeLink

, the HomeLink

can:

. receive and display “closing” or “opening”

status from your garage door opener.

. recall and display the garage door being

“closed” or “opened”.

HomeLink

can receive the status from a

garage door opener at a range up to 820 ft
(250 m), but it varies depending on the
environment. You may need to reduce
vehicle speed to successfully receive the
garage door opener communication.

Programming two-way communi-
cation

After programming a new HomeLink

but-

t o n , p r o c e e d w i t h “ P r o g r a m m i n g
HomeLink

” Step 6 to enable two-way

communication. If the garage door status
indicator appears on the left side on the
mirror when pressing the programmed
HomeLink

button, the two-way commu-

nication programming is complete.

JVI1640X

Using two-way communication

Press and hold the HomeLink

buttons (1

and 2) simultaneously for 2 seconds to recall
and display the last recorded garage door
status communicated to HomeLink

HomeLink

will display the last recorded

status for 3 seconds.

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If two-way communication programming is
successful, HomeLink

will display the sta-

tus of your garage door opener with the
status indicator

, which changes depending

on the status. The garage door opener
status indicator shows the garage door
opener status as follows:

Flashing in orange – Closing
Flashing in orange – Opening
Illuminating in green – Closed
Illuminating in green – Opened

The status indicator stops to flash after an
open/close signal is received or no signal is
received within 30 seconds from the garage
door opener.

IF YOUR VEHICLE IS STOLEN

If your vehicle is stolen, you should change
the codes of any non-rolling code device that
has been programmed into HomeLink

Consult the Owner’s Manual of each device
or call the manufacturer or retailer of those
devices for additional information.
When your vehicle is recovered, you will
need to reprogram the HomeLink

Univer-

sal Transceiver with your new transmitter
information.

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 interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance 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 inter-
ference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

A key number plate is supplied with your
keys. Record the key number and keep it in a
safe place (such as your wallet), not in the
vehicle. If you lose your keys, it is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
duplicates by using the key number. INFINITI
does not record any key numbers so it is very
important to keep track of your key number
plate.
A key number is only necessary when you
have lost all keys and do not have one to
duplicate from. If you still have a key, it can
be duplicated without knowing the key
number.

SPA2717

Type A

JVP0155X

Type B

Intelligent Key (2)

Mechanical key (inside Intelligent Key)
(2)

Key number plate (1)

INTELLIGENT KEY

Your vehicle can only be driven with the
Intelligent Keys which are registered to your
vehicle’s Intelligent Key system components
and INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
components. As many as 4 Intelligent Keys
can be registered and used with one vehicle.
The new keys must be registered by an
INFINITI retailer prior to use with the
Intelligent Key system and INFINITI Vehicle
Immobilizer System of your vehicle. Since the
registration process requires erasing all
memory in the Intelligent Key components
when registering new keys, be sure to take
all Intelligent Keys that you have to the
INFINITI retailer.

CAUTION

. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key

with you when driving. The Intelli-
gent Key is a precision device with a
built-in transmitter. To avoid dama-
ging it, please note the following.

— The Intelligent Key is water re-

sistant; however, wetting may

KEYS

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damage the Intelligent Key. If the
Intelligent Key gets wet, immedi-
ately wipe until it is completely
dry.

— Do not bend, drop or strike it

against another object.

— If the outside temperature is

below 14°F (−10°C), the battery
of the Intelligent Key may not
function properly.

— Do not place the Intelligent Key

for an extended period in a place
where temperatures exceed
140°F (60°C).

— Do not change or modify the

Intelligent Key.

— Do not use a magnet key holder.

— Do not place the Intelligent Key

near an electric appliance such as
a television set or personal com-
puter.

— Do not allow the Intelligent Key

to come into contact with water
or salt water, and do not wash it
in a washing machine. This could
affect the system function.

. If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen,

INFINITI recommends erasing the ID
code of that Intelligent Key. This will

prevent the Intelligent Key from un-
authorized use to unlock the vehicle.
For information regarding the eras-
ing procedure, it is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer.

SPA2033

Mechanical key

To remove the mechanical key, release the
lock knob at the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it
into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob
returns to the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the
doors and the glove box.
See “Doors” (P.3-4), “Storage” (P.2-54).

CAUTION

Always carry the mechanical key in-
stalled in the Intelligent Key.

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

VALET HAND-OFF

When you have to leave a key with a valet,
give them the Intelligent Key itself and keep
the mechanical key with you to protect your
belongings.
To prevent the glove box from being opened
during valet hand-off, follow the procedures
below.
1. Remove the mechanical key from the

Intelligent Key.

2. Lock the glove box with the mechanical

key.

3. Hand the Intelligent Key to the valet,

keeping the mechanical key in your
pocket or bag for insertion into the
Intelligent Key when you retrieve your
vehicle.

See “Storage” (P.2-54).

WARNING

. Always have the doors locked while

driving. Along with the use of seat
belts, this provides greater safety in
the event of an accident by helping to
prevent persons from being thrown
from the vehicle. This also helps keep
children and others from unintention-
ally opening the doors, and will help
keep out intruders.

. Before opening any door, always look

for and avoid oncoming traffic.

. To help avoid risk of injury or death

through unintended operation of the
vehicle and or its systems, including
entrapment in windows or inadver-
tent door lock activation, do not
leave children, people who require
the assistance of others or pets
unattended in your vehicle. Addition-
ally, the temperature inside a closed
vehicle on a warm day can quickly
become high enough to cause a sig-
nificant risk of injury or death to
people and pets.

SPA2457B

LOCKING WITH MECHANICAL
KEY

The power door lock system allows you to
lock or unlock all doors simultaneously using
the mechanical key.
. Turning the driver’s door key cylinder to

the front of the vehicle

will lock all

doors.

. Turning the driver’s door key cylinder

once to the rear of the vehicle

will

unlock the driver’s door. After returning
the key to the neutral position

, turning

it to the rear again within 5 seconds will
unlock all doors.

DOORS

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. You can switch the lock system to the

mode that allows you to open all the
doors when the key is turned once. (See
Infiniti InTouch Owner’s Manual.)

OPENING AND CLOSING WIN-
DOWS WITH THE MECHANICAL
KEY

The driver’s door key operation also allows
you to open and close all door windows.
To open the windows, turn the driver’s door
key cylinder to the rear of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second. The door is unlocked
and the window keeps opening while turning
the key.
This function can also be performed by
pushing and holding the door UNLOCK
button of the Intelligent Key. (See “Remote
keyless entry system” (P.3-15).)
To close the windows, turn the driver’s door
key cylinder to the front of the vehicle for
longer than 1 second. The door is locked and
the window keeps closing while turning the
key.

SPA2744

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK
KNOB

To lock the door individually, move the inside
lock knob to the lock position

To unlock, move the inside lock knob to the
unlock position

Be sure not to leave the Intelligent Key
inside the vehicle.

JVP0319X

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR
LOCK SWITCH

Operating the power door lock switch will
lock or unlock all the doors. The switches are
located on the driver’s and front passenger’s
door armrests.
To lock the doors, push the power door lock
switch to the lock position

Be sure not to leave the Intelligent Key
inside the vehicle.
To unlock the doors including the fuel-filler
door, push the power door lock switch to the
unlock position

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Lockout protection

When the power door lock switch (driver or
front passenger) is moved to the lock
position with any door open, all doors will
lock and unlock automatically. With the
Intelligent Key left in the vehicle and any
door open, all doors will unlock automati-
cally and a chime will sound after the door is
closed.
These functions help to prevent the Intelli-
gent Key from being accidentally locked
inside the vehicle.

AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS

. All doors lock automatically when the

vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH (24
km/h).

. All doors unlock automatically when the

ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position.

The automatic unlock function can be
deactivated or activated. To deactivate or
activate the automatic door unlock system,
perform the following procedure:
1. Close all doors.
2. Place the ignition switch in the ON

position.

3. Within 20 seconds of performing Step 2,

push and hold the power door lock
switch to the

position (UNLOCK)

for more than 5 seconds.

4. When activated, the hazard indicator will

flash twice. When deactivated, the ha-
zard indicator will flash once.

5. The ignition switch must be placed in the

OFF and ON position again between
each setting change.

When the automatic door unlock system is
deactivated, the doors do not unlock when
the ignition switch is placed in the OFF
position. To unlock the door manually, use
the inside lock knob or the power door lock
switch (driver’s or front passenger’s side).

SPA2536

CHILD SAFETY REAR DOOR
LOCK

Child safety rear door locks help prevent
doors from being opened accidentally, espe-
cially when small children are in the vehicle.
When the levers are in the lock position

the rear doors can be opened only from the
outside.
To disengage, move the levers to the unlock
position

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WARNING

. Radio waves could adversely affect

electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should contact
the electric medical equipment man-
ufacturer for the possible influences
before use.

. The Intelligent Key transmits radio

waves when the buttons are pushed.
The FAA advises that the radio
waves may affect aircraft navigation
and communication systems. Do not
operate the Intelligent Key while on
an airplane. Make sure the buttons
are not operated unintentionally
when the unit is stored during a
flight.

The Intelligent Key system can operate all
the door locks using the remote controller
function or pushing the request switch on
the vehicle without taking the key out from a
pocket or purse. The operating environment
and/or conditions may affect the Intelligent
Key system operation.
Be sure to read the following before using
the Intelligent Key system.

CAUTION

. Be sure to carry the Intelligent Key

with you when operating the vehicle.

. Never leave the Intelligent Key in the

vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

The Intelligent Key is always communicating
with the vehicle as it receives radio waves.
The Intelligent Key system transmits weak
radio waves. Environmental conditions may
interfere with the operation of the Intelligent
Key system under the following operating
conditions.
. When operating near a location where

strong radio waves are transmitted, such
as a TV tower, power station and broad-
casting station.

. When in possession of wireless equip-

ment, such as a cellular telephone,
transceiver, and CB radio.

. When the Intelligent Key is in contact

with or covered by metallic materials.

. When any type of radio wave remote

control is used nearby.

. When the Intelligent Key is placed near

an electric appliance such as a personal
computer.

. When the vehicle is parked near a parking

meter.

In such cases, correct the operating condi-
tions before using the Intelligent Key func-
tion or use the mechanical key.
Although the life of the battery varies
depending on the operating conditions, the
battery’s life is approximately 2 years. If the
battery is discharged, replace it with a new
one.
Since the Intelligent Key is continuously
receiving radio waves, if the key is left near
equipment which transmits strong radio
waves, such as signals from a TV and
personal computer, the battery life may
become shorter.
For information regarding replacement of a
battery, see “Intelligent Key battery replace-
ment” (P.8-20).
As many as 4 Intelligent Keys can be
registered and used with one vehicle. For
information about the purchase and use of
additional Intelligent Keys, contact an
INFINITI retailer.

CAUTION

. Do not allow the Intelligent Key,

which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with

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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

water or salt water. This could affect
the system function.

. Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
. Do not strike the Intelligent Key

sharply against another object.

. Do not change or modify the Intelli-

gent Key.

. Wetting may damage the Intelligent

Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is comple-
tely dry.

. If the outside temperature is below

14°F (−10°C), the battery of the
Intelligent Key may not function
properly.

. Do not place the Intelligent Key for

an extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140°F (60°C).

. Do not attach the Intelligent Key

with a key holder that contains a
magnet.

. Do not place the Intelligent Key near

equipment that produces a magnetic
field, such as a TV, audio equipment
and personal computers.

If an Intelligent Key is lost or stolen, INFINITI
recommends erasing the ID code of that
Intelligent Key from the vehicle. This may
prevent the unauthorized use of the Intelli-

gent Key to operate the vehicle. For infor-
mation regarding the erasing procedure, it is
recommended that you contact an INFINITI
retailer.

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SPA2074

INTELLIGENT KEY OPERATING
RANGE

The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range from the request
switch

When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or strong radio waves are present
near the operating location, the Intelligent
Key system’s operating range becomes nar-
rower, and the Intelligent Key may not
function properly.
The operating range is within 31.50 in (80
cm) from each request switch

If the Intelligent Key is too close to the door

glass, handle or rear bumper the request
switches may not function.
When the Intelligent Key is within the
operating range, it is possible for anyone
who does not carry the Intelligent Key to
push the request switch to lock/unlock the
doors.

SPA2326

DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS PRE-
CAUTION

. Do not push the door handle request

switch with the Intelligent Key held in
your hand as illustrated. The close dis-
tance to the door handle will cause the
Intelligent Key system to have difficulty
recognizing that the Intelligent Key is
outside the vehicle.

. After locking with the door handle re-

quest switch, verify the doors are se-
curely locked by testing them.

. To prevent the Intelligent Key from being

left inside the vehicle, make sure you
carry the key with you and then lock the

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When you carry the Intelligent Key with you,
you can lock or unlock all doors by pushing
the door handle request switch (driver’s or
front passenger’s)

or the liftgate request

switch

within the range of operation.

When you lock or unlock the doors or the
liftgate, 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” (P.3-17).

Welcome light and farewell light
function

When you lock or unlock the doors including
the liftgate, the parking lights, tail lights and
the license plate light will illuminate for a
period of time. The welcome light and fare-
well light function can be disabled. For
information about disabling the welcome
light and farewell light function, it is recom-
mended you see an INFINITI retailer.

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.*1

2. Close all the doors.*2
3. Push the door handle request switch

(driver’s or front passenger’s)

or the

liftgate request switch

while carrying

the Intelligent Key with you.*3

4. All the doors and fuel-filler door will lock.
5. The hazard indicator flashes twice and

the outside chime sounds twice.

*1: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key
while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
*2: Doors will not lock with the Intelligent
Key while any door is open.
*3: Doors will not lock by pushing the door
handle request switch with the Intelligent
Key inside the vehicle.
However, when an Intelligent Key is inside
the vehicle, doors can be locked with another
registered Intelligent Key.

CAUTION

. After locking the doors using the

request switch, make sure that the
doors have been securely locked by
operating the door handles.

. When locking the doors using the

request switch, make sure to have the
Intelligent Key in your possession
before operating the request switch
to prevent the Intelligent Key from
being left in the vehicle.

. The request switch is operational

only when the Intelligent Key has
been detected by the Intelligent Key
system.

Lockout protection:
To prevent the Intelligent Key from being
accidentally locked in the vehicle, lockout
protection is equipped with the Intelligent
Key system.
When the driver’s side door is open, the
doors are locked, and then the Intelligent
Key is put inside the vehicle and all the doors
are closed; the lock will automatically unlock
and the door buzzer sounds.

NOTE:
The doors may not lock when the Intelligent
Key is in the same hand that is operating the
request switch to lock the door. Put the
Intelligent Key in a purse, pocket or your
other hand.

CAUTION

The lockout protection may not function
under the following conditions:
. When the Intelligent Key is placed on

top of the instrument panel.

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. When the Intelligent Key is placed

inside the glove box or a storage bin.

. When the Intelligent Key is placed

inside the door pockets.

. When the Intelligent Key is placed

inside or near metallic materials.

Unlocking doors and fuel-filler door

1. Push the door handle request switch

(driver’s or front passenger’s)

or the

liftgate request switch

once while

carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
When you approach the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key, the puddle light and the
passenger cabin illumination will illumi-
nate and stay on for a short period of
time. (See “Welcome light” (P.2-65).)

2. The hazard indicator flashes once and

outside chime sounds once. The corre-
sponding door will unlock.
The fuel-filler door will also unlock when
the driver’s door handle request switch is
pushed.

3. Push the door handle request switch

again within 60 seconds.

4. The hazard indicator flashes once and

outside chime sounds once again. All the
doors will unlock.

The liftgate can be unlocked and opened by
pushing the liftgate opener switch. See
“Liftgate” (P.3-21).
All doors will be locked automatically unless
one of the following operations is performed
within 1 minute after pushing the request
switch while the doors are locked. If during
this 1-minute time period, the request switch
is pushed, all doors will be locked automa-
tically after another 1 minute.
. Opening any door

. Pushing the ignition switch

Power liftgate open

1. Carry the Intelligent Key.
2. Push the power liftgate opener switch

3. The liftgate will unlock and automatically

open.

4. The hazard indicator flashes 4 times and

the outside chime sounds.

BATTERY SAVER SYSTEM

When all the following conditions are met
for a period of time, the battery saver
system will cut off the power supply to
prevent battery discharge.
. The ignition switch is in the ACC position,

and

. All doors are closed, and

. The shift lever is in the P (Park) position.

WARNING SIGNALS

To help prevent the vehicle from moving
unexpectedly by erroneous operation of the
Intelligent Key listed on the following chart
or to help prevent the vehicle from being
stolen, chime or beep sounds inside and
outside the vehicle and a warning displays in
the vehicle information display.
When a chime or beep sounds or the warning
displays, be sure to check the vehicle and
Intelligent Key.
See “Troubleshooting guide” (P.3-13) and
“Vehicle information display” (P.2-21).

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Symptom

Possible cause

Action to take

When pushing the ignition
switch to stop the engine

The SHIFT P warning appears on the
display and the inside warning chime
sounds continuously or for a few seconds.

The shift lever is not in the P (Park)
position.

Shift the shift lever to the P (Park)
position.

When shifting the shift lever to
the P (Park) position.

The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.

Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.

When opening the driver’s door
to get out of the vehicle

The inside warning chime sounds continu-
ously.

The ignition switch is in the ACC
position.

Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.

When closing the door after
getting out of the vehicle

The NO KEY warning appears on the
display, the outside chime sounds 3 times
and the inside warning chime sounds for a
few seconds.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position.

Push the ignition switch to the OFF
position.

The SHIFT P warning appears on the
display and the outside chime sounds
continuously.

The ignition switch is in the ACC or
OFF position and the shift lever is not
in the P (Park) position.

Move the shift lever to the P (Park)
position and push the ignition switch to
the OFF position.

When closing the door with the
inside lock knob turned to
LOCK

The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds and all the doors unlock.

The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle or cargo area.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

When pushing the request
switch or the LOCK

but-

ton on the Intelligent Key to
lock the door

The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds.

The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

A door is not closed securely.

Close the door securely.

When pushing the door handle
request switch to lock the door

The outside chime sounds for a few
seconds.

The Intelligent Key is inside the
vehicle or cargo area.

Carry the Intelligent Key with you.

A door is not closed securely.

Close the door securely.

The door handle request switch is
pushed before the door is closed.

Push the door handle request switch
after the door is closed.

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