Infiniti Q50 (2021 year). Manual in english

ing up the vehicle and replacing tires” (P.8-
37).

To start your engine with a booster battery,
the instructions and precautions below must
be followed.

WARNING

If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting
in severe injury or death. It could also
damage your vehicle.

Explosive hydrogen gas is always
present in the vicinity of the battery.
Keep all sparks and flames away from
the battery.

Do not allow battery fluid to come
into contact with eyes, skin, clothing
or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulphuric acid solution
which can cause severe burns. If the
fluid should come into contact with
anything, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.

Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.

The booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated
battery can damage your vehicle.

Whenever working on or near a
battery, always wear suitable eye
protectors (for example, goggles or

industrial safety spectacles) and re-
move rings, metal bands, or any other
jewelry. Do not lean over the battery
when jump starting.

Do not attempt to jump start a
frozen battery. It could explode and
cause serious injury.

Your vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any
time. Keep hands and other objects
away from it.

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JUMP STARTING

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WARNING

Always follow the instructions below.
Failure to do so could result in damage to
the charging system and cause personal
injury.

1. If the booster battery is in another

vehicle

, position the two vehicles

and

to bring the batteries into close

proximity to each other.

CAUTION

Do not allow the two vehicles to
touch.

2. Apply parking brake. Move the shift lever

to the P (Park) position. Switch off all
unnecessary electrical systems (light,
heater, air conditioner, etc.).

3. Remove vent caps on the battery (if so

equipped). Cover the battery with a
firmly wrung out moist cloth

to reduce

explosion hazard.

4. Connect jumper cables in the sequence

as illustrated (

CAUTION

Always connect positive (+) to posi-
tive (+) and negative (−) to body
ground (as illustrated) − not to the
battery.

Make sure the jumper cables do not
touch moving parts in the engine
compartment and that clamps do
not contact any other metal.

5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and let it run for a few minutes.

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6. Keep the engine speed of the booster

vehicle

at about 2,000 rpm, and start

the engine of the vehicle being jump
started

CAUTION

Do not keep the starter motor engaged
for more than 10 seconds. If the engine
does not start right away, push the
ignition switch to the OFF position and
wait 10 seconds before trying again.

7. After starting your engine, carefully

disconnect the negative cable and then
the positive cable (

8. Replace the vent caps (if so equipped).

Be sure to dispose of the cloth used to
cover the vent holes as it may be
contaminated with corrosive acid.

9. Put the battery cover and the engine

cover back to the original location.

Do not attempt to start the engine by
pushing.

CAUTION

Automatic Transmission (AT) models
cannot be push-started or tow-
started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.

Three-way catalyst equipped models
should not be started by pushing
since the three-way catalyst may be
damaged.

Never try to start the vehicle by
towing it; when the engine starts,
the forward surge could cause the
vehicle to collide with the tow vehi-
cle.

CAUTION

Do not continue to drive if your
vehicle overheats. Doing so could
cause engine damage or a vehicle fire.

To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the radiator cap while
the engine is still hot. When the
radiator cap is removed, pressurized
hot water will spurt out, possibly
causing serious injury.

Do not open the hood if steam is
coming out.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading),
or if you feel a lack of engine power, detect
abnormal noise, etc., take the following
steps:
1. Move the vehicle safely off the road,

apply the parking brake and move the
shift lever to the P (Park) position.

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the climate control. Open all the

windows, move the heater or air condi-
tioner temperature control to maximum
hot and fan control to high speed.

3. If engine overheating is caused by climb-

ing a long hill on a hot day, run the engine

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PUSH STARTING

IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

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at a fast idle (approximately 1,500 rpm)
until the temperature gauge indication
returns to normal.

4. Get out of the vehicle. Look and listen for

steam or coolant escaping from the
radiator before opening the hood. (If
steam or coolant is escaping, turn off the
engine.) Do not open the hood further
until no steam or coolant can be seen.

5. Open the engine hood.

WARNING

If steam or water is coming from the
engine, stand clear to prevent getting
burned.

6. Visually check drive belts for damage or

looseness. Also check if the cooling fan is
running. The radiator hoses and radiator
should not leak water. If coolant is
leaking or the cooling fan does not run,
stop the engine.

WARNING

Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling

fan can start at any time.

7. After the engine cools down, check the

coolant level in the reservoir tank with
the engine running. Add coolant to the
reservoir tank if necessary. Have your
vehicle repaired. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Pro-
vincial in Canada) and local regulations for
towing must be followed. Incorrect towing
equipment could damage your vehicle. Tow-
ing instructions are available from an
INFINITI retailer. Local service operators
are familiar with the applicable laws and
procedures for towing. To assure proper
towing and to prevent accidental damage to
your vehicle, INFINITI recommends that you
have a service operator tow your vehicle. It is
advisable to have the service operator care-
fully read the following precautions.

WARNING

Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.

Never get under your vehicle after it
has been lifted by a tow truck.

CAUTION

When towing, make sure that the
transmission, axles, steering system
and powertrain are in working con-
dition. If any unit is damaged, dollies
must be used.

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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Always attach safety chains before
towing.

For information about towing your vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle (RV), see “Flat
towing” (P.10-20) of this manual.

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Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
INFINITI

Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models

INFINITI recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flat bed
truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

Never tow automatic transmission
models with the rear wheels on the
ground or four wheels on the ground

(forward or backward), as this may
cause serious and expensive damage
to the transmission. If it is necessary
to tow the vehicle with the front
wheels raised, always use towing
dollies under the rear wheels.

When towing rear wheel drive models
with the front wheels on the ground
or on towing dollies: Push the ignition
switch to the ACC or ON position,
and secure the steering wheel in a
straight-ahead position with a rope
or similar device.

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All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models

Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
models

INFINITI recommends that towing dollies be
used when towing your vehicle or the vehicle
be placed on a flat bed truck as illustrated.

CAUTION

Never tow Intelligent AWD models with
any of the wheels on the ground as this
may cause serious and expensive da-
mage to the powertrain.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a
stuck vehicle)

WARNING

To avoid vehicle damage, serious perso-
nal injury or death when recovering a
stuck vehicle:

Contact a professional towing ser-
vice to recover the vehicle if you have
any questions regarding the recovery
procedure.

Tow chains or cables must be at-
tached only to main structural mem-
bers of the vehicle.

Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to
tow or free a stuck vehicle.

Only use devices specifically designed
for vehicle recovery and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions.

Always pull the recovery device
straight out from the front of the
vehicle. Never pull at an angle.

Route recovery devices so they do
not touch any part of the vehicle
except the attachment point.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,
etc., use a tow strap or other device

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designed specifically for vehicle recovery.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for the recovery device.

Rocking a stuck vehicle

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,
etc., use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control

(VDC) system.

2. Make sure the area in front and behind

the vehicle is clear of obstructions.

3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to

clear an area around the front tires.

4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and

backward.

Shift back and forth between R (Re-

verse) and D (Drive).

Apply the accelerator as little as

possible to maintain the rocking mo-
tion.

Release the accelerator pedal before

shifting between R and D.

Do not spin the tires above 35 MPH

(55 km/h).

5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few

tries, contact a professional towing
service to remove the vehicle.

WARNING

Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

Do not spin your tires at high speed.
This could cause them to explode and
result in serious injury. Parts of your
vehicle could also overheat and be
damaged.

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7-2

Appearance and care

In order to maintain the appearance of your
vehicle, it is important to take proper care of
it.
To protect the paint surface, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:

after a rainfall to prevent possible da-

mage from acid rain

after driving on coastal roads

when contaminants such as soot, bird

droppings, tree sap, metal particles or
bugs get on the paint surface

when dust or mud builds up on the

surface

Whenever possible, store or park your
vehicle inside a garage or in a covered area.
When it is necessary to park outside, park in
a shady area or protect the vehicle with a
body cover.

Be careful not to scratch the paint surface
when putting on or removing the body
cover.

WASHING

Wash dirt off the vehicle with a wet sponge
and plenty of water. Clean the vehicle
thoroughly using a mild soap, a special
vehicle soap or general purpose dishwashing
liquid mixed with clean, lukewarm (never hot)
water.

CAUTION

Do not use car washes that use acid in
the detergent. Some car washes,
especially brushless ones, use some
acid for cleaning. The acid may react
with some plastic vehicle compo-
nents, causing them to crack. This
could affect their appearance, and
also could cause them not to function
properly. Always check with your car
wash to confirm that acid is not used.

Do not wash the vehicle with strong
household soap, strong chemical de-
tergents, gasoline or solvents.

Do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight or while the vehicle body is
hot, as the surface may become
water-spotted.

Avoid using tight-napped or rough
cloths, such as washing mitts. Care
must be taken when removing caked-

on dirt or other foreign substances so
the paint surface is not scratched or
damaged.

Rinse the vehicle again with plenty of clean
water.
Inside flanges, seams and folds on the doors,
hatches and hood are particularly vulnerable
to the effects of road salt. Therefore, these
areas must be regularly cleaned. Make sure
that the drain holes in the lower edge of the
door are open. Spray water under the body
and in the wheel wells to loosen the dirt and
wash away road salt.
Avoid leaving water spots on the paint
surface by using a damp chamois to dry the
vehicle.

WAXING

Regular waxing protects the paint surface
and helps retain new vehicle appearance.
Polishing is recommended to remove built-
up wax residue and to avoid a weathered
appearance before reapplying wax.
An INFINITI retailer can assist you in choos-
ing the proper product.

Wax your vehicle only after a thorough

washing. Follow the instructions sup-
plied with the wax.

CLEANING EXTERIOR

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Do not use a wax containing any abra-

sives, cutting compounds or cleaners
that may damage the vehicle finish.

Machine compound or aggressive polishing
on a base coat/clear coat paint finish may
dull the finish or leave swirl marks.

REMOVING SPOTS

Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the paint surface to avoid lasting
damage or staining. Special cleaning pro-
ducts are available at an INFINITI retailer or
any automotive accessory stores.

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, the
underbody must be cleaned regularly. This
will prevent dirt and salt from building up
and causing the acceleration of corrosion on
the underbody and suspension. Before the
winter period and again in the spring, the
underseal must be checked and, if necessary,
re-treated.

GLASS

Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and dust
film from the glass surfaces. It is normal for
glass to become coated with a film after the
vehicle is parked in the hot sun. Glass cleaner
and a soft cloth will easily remove this film.

CAUTION

When cleaning the inside of the win-
dows, do not use sharp-edged tools,
abrasive cleaners or chlorine-based dis-
infectant cleaners. They could damage
the electrical conductors, radio antenna
elements or rear window defroster ele-
ments.

WHEELS

Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.

Clean the inner side of the wheels when

the wheel is changed or the underside of
the vehicle is washed.

Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or

corrosion. Such damage may cause loss
of pressure or poor seal at the tire bead.

INFINITI recommends that the road

wheels be waxed to protect against road
salt in areas where it is used during

winter.

CAUTION

Do not use abrasive cleaners when
washing the wheels.

Aluminum alloy wheels

Wash regularly with a sponge dampened in a
mild soap solution, especially during winter
months in areas where road salt is used. Salt
could discolor the wheels if not removed.

CAUTION

Follow the directions below to avoid
staining or discoloring the wheels:

Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
wheels.

Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The wheel
temperature should be the same as
ambient temperature.

Rinse the wheel to completely re-
move the cleaner within 15 minutes
after the cleaner is applied.

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Appearance and care

Bright wheels (if so equipped)

The bright wheels use a different coating
process than typical aluminum alloy wheel
and they are not plated wheels. These
wheels are clear-coated and require the
following special cleaning. They should be
regularly washed with a soft sponge soaked
in a lot of water. After washing with water,
wipe clean with a dry, soft cloth and dry
completely. When there is chemical or tire
wax, or dirt such as an antifreeze agent on
the surface, wash them with water as soon
as possible.

CAUTION

The surfaces of the wheels use a
different coating process than typical
aluminum alloy wheels. Do not use
aluminum alloy wheel cleaners or
abrasive cleaners to clean the wheels.
Using such cleaners could damage the
wheel surfaces.

Do not use an automatic car wash if
the vehicle is equipped with bright
wheels. The wheel coating may be
damaged.

Do not use a brush to wash the
wheels if the vehicle is equipped with
bright wheels. The wheel coating may

be damaged.

CHROME PARTS

Clean chrome parts regularly with a non-
abrasive chrome polish to maintain the
finish.

TIRE DRESSING

INFINITI does not recommend the use of tire
dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coat-
ing to the tires to help reduce discoloration
of the rubber. If a tire dressing is applied to
the tires, it may react with the coating and
form a compound. This compound may come
off the tire while driving and stain the vehicle
paint.
If you choose to use a tire dressing, take the
following precautions:

Use a water-based tire dressing. The

coating on the tire dissolves more easily
with an oil-based tire dressing.

Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help

prevent it from entering the tire tread/
grooves (where it would be difficult to
remove).

Wipe off excess tire dressing using a dry

towel. Make sure the tire dressing is
completely removed from the tire tread/
grooves.

Allow the tire dressing to dry as recom-

mended by tire dressing manufacturer.

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Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a
vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe
the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean,
soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution,
then wipe clean with a dry soft cloth.
Regular care and cleaning is required in order
to maintain the appearance of the leather.
Before using any fabric protector, read the
manufacturer’s recommendations. Some
fabric protectors contain chemicals that
may stain or bleach the seat material.
Use a cloth dampened only with water, to
clean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can
damage the seat or occupant classifica-
tion sensors. This can also affect the
operation of the air bag system and
result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION

Never use benzine, thinner, or any
similar material.

For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dam-
pened with water. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or cause discoloration to the
lens.

Do not spray any liquid such as water
on the meter lens. Spraying liquid
may cause the system to malfunction.

Small dirt particles can be abrasive
and damaging to the leather surfaces
and should be removed promptly. Do
not use saddle soap, car waxes,
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, sol-
vents, detergents or ammonia-based
cleaners as they may damage the
leather’s natural finish.

Only use fabric protectors approved
by INFINITI.

Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
meter or gauge lens covers. It may
damage the lens cover.

AIR FRESHENERS

Most air fresheners use a solvent that could
affect the vehicle interior. If you use an air
freshener, take the following precautions:

Hanging-type air fresheners can cause

permanent discoloration when they con-
tact vehicle interior surfaces. Place the
air freshener in a location that allows it
to hang free and not contact an interior
surface.

Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip

on the vents. These products can cause
immediate damage and discoloration
when spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions before using air fresh-
eners.

FLOOR MATS

WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interference
that may result in a collision, injury or
death:

NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position or install them upside down
or backwards.

Appearance and care

7-5

CLEANING INTERIOR

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7-6

Appearance and care

Use only genuine INFINITI floor mats
or equivalent floor mats that are
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model and model year.

Properly position the mats in the
floorwell using the floor mat posi-
tioning hook. See “Floor mat installa-
tion” (P.7-6).

Make sure the floor mat does not
interfere with pedal operation.

Periodically check the floor mats to
make sure they are properly installed.

After cleaning the vehicle interior,
check the floor mats to make sure
they are properly installed.

The use of genuine INFINITI floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular cleaning
and replaced if they become excessively
worn.

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Floor mat installation

Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat
positioning hook(s). The number and shape
of the floor mat positioning hook(s) for each
seating position varies depending on the
vehicle.
When installing genuine INFINITI floor mats,
follow the installation instructions provided
with the floor mat and the following:
1. Position the floor mat in the floorwell so

that the mat grommet holes are aligned
with the hook(s).

2. Push the grommet holes into the hook(s)

firmly and secure them. Ensure that the
floor mat is properly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not

interfere with pedal operation. With the
ignition in the OFF position and the shift
lever in the P (Park) position, fully apply
and release all pedals. The floor mat
must not interfere with pedal operation
or prevent the pedal from returning to its
normal position. It is recommended you
see an INFINITI retailer for details about
installing the floor mats in your vehicle.

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Positioning hooks

The illustration shows the location of the
floor mat positioning hooks.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping
them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap
solution. Allow the belts to dry completely
before using them.
See “Seat belts” (P.1-12).

WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in
the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or
chemical solvents to clean the seat belts,

since these materials may severely
weaken the seat belt webbing.

MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION

The accumulation of moisture-retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.

Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS IN-
FLUENCE THE RATE OF COR-
ROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the
vehicle body underside can accelerate corro-
sion. Wet floor coverings will not dry
completely inside the vehicle, and should be
removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas
where the temperatures stay above freezing
where atmospheric pollution exists, or where
road salt is used.

Appearance and care

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CORROSION PROTECTION

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Appearance and care

Temperature

A temperature increase will accelerate the
rate of corrosion to those parts which are
not well ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in
the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt
use will accelerate the corrosion process.
Road salt will also accelerate the disintegra-
tion of paint surfaces.

TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE
FROM CORROSION

Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.

Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumulation.

Check the underbody for accumulation of

sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with
water as soon as possible.

CAUTION

NEVER remove dirt, sand or other
debris from the passenger compart-
ment by washing it out with a hose.
Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

Never allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electronic com-
ponents inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface deicing are
extremely corrosive. They accelerate corro-
sion and deterioration of underbody compo-
nents such as the exhaust system, fuel and
brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and
fenders.

In winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.

For additional protection against rust and
corrosion, which may be required in some
areas, it is recommended you consult an
INFINITI retailer.

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