Infiniti Jx35 (2013 year). Manual

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

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 pres-

ent 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 cor-
rosive sulfuric acid solution which can
cause severe burns. If the fluid should
come into contact with anything, imme-
diately flush the contacted area with
water.

● Keep 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 remove 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 se-
rious 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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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 to bring their bat-
teries near each other.

Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply the parking brake. Move the shift se-

lector to P (Park). Switch off all unnecessary
electrical systems (lights, heater, air condi-
tioner, etc.).

3. Remove the vent caps on the battery (if so

equipped). Cover the battery with an old
cloth to reduce explosion hazard.

4. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence

illustrated (

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CAUTION

● Always connect positive (⫹) to positive

(

⫹) and negative (⫺) to body ground (for

example, strut mounting bolt, engine
lift bracket, etc.) — not to the battery.

● Make sure the jumper cables do not

touch moving parts in the engine com-
partment and that the cable clamps do
not contact any other metal.

5. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and

let it run for a few minutes.

6. Keep the engine speed of the booster ve-

hicle at about 2,000 rpm and start the en-
gine 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, place the ignition
switch in the OFF position and wait 3 to
4 seconds before trying again.

7. After starting the engine, carefully discon-

nect 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.

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CAUTION

● CVT models cannot be push-started or

tow-started. Attempting to do so may
cause transmission damage.

● Do not push start this vehicle. The

three-way catalyst may be damaged.

WARNING

● 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 or coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is still
hot. When the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap is removed, pressurized hot
water will spurt out, possibly causing
serious injury.

● Do not open the hood if steam is com-

ing out.

If your vehicle is overheating (indicated by an
extremely high temperature gauge reading and
the illumination of the engine oil pressure/engine
coolant temperature high indicator light), 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 selector
to P (Park).

Do not stop the engine.

2. Turn off the air conditioner. Open all the

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

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

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

4. Open the engine hood.

WARNING

If steam or water is coming from the en-
gine,

stand

clear

prevent

getting

burned.

5. 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,
the water pump belt is missing or loose, or
the cooling fan does not run, stop the en-
gine.

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.

PUSH STARTING

IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS

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6. After the engine cools down, check the cool-

ant level in the engine coolant reservoir tank
with the engine running. Add coolant to the
engine coolant reservoir tank if necessary.
Have your vehicle repaired at an INFINITI
retailer.

When towing your vehicle, all State (Provincial in
Canada) and local regulations for towing must be
followed. Incorrect towing equipment could dam-
age your vehicle. Towing instructions are avail-
able from an INFINITI retailer. Local service op-
erators are generally familiar with the applicable
laws and procedures for towing. To assure
proper towing and to prevent accidental damage
to your vehicle, INFINITI recommends having a
service operator tow your vehicle. It is advisable
to have the service operator carefully 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 trans-

mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.

● Always attach safety chains before

towing.

For information about towing your vehicle behind
a recreational vehicle (RV), refer to “Flat towing”
in the “Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion of this manual.

TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
INFINITI

TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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Front-Wheel Drive models

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

WARNING

● Never tow your vehicle with the front

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 nec-
essary to tow the vehicle with the rear
wheels raised always use towing dollies
under the front wheels.

● When towing with the rear wheels on

the ground or on towing dollies, place
the ignition switch in the ACC or ON
position, and secure the steering wheel
in the straight-ahead position with a
rope or similar device.

VEHICLE RECOVERY (freeing a stuck
vehicle)

Pulling a stuck vehicle

WARNING

To avoid vehicle damage, serious per-
sonal injury or death when recovering a
stuck vehicle:

● Contact a professional towing service

to recover the vehicle if you have any
questions

regarding

the

recovery

procedure.

● Attach recovery devices only to main

structural members of the vehicle or the
recovery hooks.

● 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.

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If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use a tow strap or other device designed specifi-
cally for vehicle recovery. Always follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the recovery de-
vice.

Do not use the tie-down hooks for towing or
vehicle recovery.

Rocking a stuck 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.

If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc.,
use the following procedure:

1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control System

(VDC).

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 back-

ward.

● Shift back and forth between R (Reverse)

and D (Drive).

● Apply the accelerator as little as possible

to maintain the rocking motion.

● 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.

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In order to maintain the appearance of your ve-
hicle, it is important to take proper care of it.

To protect the paint surfaces, please wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:

● after a rainfall to prevent possible damage

from acid rain.

● after driving on coastal roads.
● when contaminants such as soot, bird drop-

pings, 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 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, espe-
cially brushless ones, use some acid for
cleaning. The acid may react with some
plastic vehicle components, 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 deter-
gents, gasoline or solvents.

● Do not wash the vehicle in direct sun-

light 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

taken

when

removing

caked-on dirt or other foreign sub-
stances so the paint surface is not
scratched or damaged.

Rinse the vehicle thoroughly 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 cleaned regularly. Take care 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.

A damp chamois can be used to dry the vehicle to
avoid water spots.

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
re-applying wax.

An INFINITI retailer can assist you in choosing the
proper product.

● Wax your vehicle only after a thorough wash-

ing. Follow the instructions supplied with the
wax.

● Do not use a wax containing any abrasives,

cutting compounds or cleaners that may
damage the vehicle finish.

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

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REMOVING SPOTS

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

UNDERBODY

In areas where road salt is used in winter, it is
necessary to clean the underbody regularly in
order to prevent dirt and salt from building up and
causing the acceleration of corrosion on the un-
derbody and suspension. Before the winter pe-
riod and again in the spring, the underseal must
be checked and, if necessary, retreated.

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 windows,
do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasive
cleaners or chlorine-based disinfectant
cleaners. They could damage the electri-
cal conductors, radio antenna elements or
rear window defroster elements.

ALUMINUM ALLOY WHEELS

Wash the wheels regularly with a sponge damp-
ened in a mild soap solution, especially during
winter months in areas where road salt is used. If
not removed, road salt can discolor the wheels.

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 am-
bient temperature.

● Rinse the wheel to completely remove

the cleaner within 15 minutes after the
cleaner is applied.

CHROME PARTS

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

TIRE DRESSINGS

INFINITI does not recommend the use of tire
dressings. Tire manufacturers apply a coating to
the tires to help reduce discoloration of the rub-
ber. 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 coat-

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

● Apply a light coat of tire dressing to help

prevent

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 com-
pletely 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 damp-
ened 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 manu-
facturer’s recommendations. Some fabric pro-
tectors 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 sensor. This can also affect the opera-
tion of the air bag system and result in
serious personal injury.

CAUTION

● Never use benzine, thinner or any simi-

lar material.

● Small dirt particles can be abrasive and

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

● Never use fabric protectors unless rec-

ommended by the manufacturer.

● Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on

meter or gauge lens covers. It may dam-
age 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 per-

manent discoloration when they contact ve-
hicle interior surfaces. Place the air fresh-
ener 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 imme-
diate damage and discoloration when
spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions before using the air fresheners.

MOONROOF

The moonroof is made from a suede material.

Clean the moonroof material as follows:

CAUTION

To help prevent damaging the moonroof
while cleaning:

● Do not rub the material with a cloth.

Doing so can damage the surface of the
material or cause a stain to spread.

● Never use benzine, thinner or any simi-

lar chemical to clean the suede. This
may discolor the moonroof and damage
the surface.

● Clean water based stains by patting the

surface with a clean soft cloth dampened
in warm water. Press a clean dry cloth
onto the surface to remove as much
dampness as possible and then let air dry.

● Clean oil based stains by patting the sur-

face with a clean soft cloth dampened in
warm water. Press a clean dry cloth onto
the surface to remove as much damp-
ness as possible and then let air dry.

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FLOOR MATS

WARNING

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

● NEVER place a floor mat on top of an-

other floor mat in the driver front
position.

● Use only genuine INFINITI floor mats

specifically designed for use in your ve-
hicle model. See your INFINITI retailer
for more information.

● Properly position the mats in the floor-

well using the floor mat positioning aid.
See

ⴖFloor mat positioning aidⴖ in this

section.

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

Floor mat positioning aid

This vehicle includes the following floor mat po-
sitioning aids to help keep your floor mats in
place:

● two driver’s side front floor mat brackets
● two passenger’s side front floor mat bracket
● one driver’s side 2nd row floor mat bracket
● one passenger’s side 2nd row floor mat

bracket

Bracket

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Bracket positions

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Genuine INFINITI floor mats have been specially
designed for your vehicle model. The floor mats
have grommet holes incorporated in them. Posi-
tion each mat by placing the floor mat bracket
hook through the floor mat grommet holes while
centering the mat in the floorwell.

Periodically check to make certain the mats are
properly positioned.

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 in the shade
before using them. See “Seat belt maintenance”
in the “Safety – Seats, seat belts and supplemen-
tal restraint system” section of this manual.

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.

CLEANING THE SEAT TRACKS

CAUTION

Periodically clean the seat tracks to pre-
vent reduction of ability to move the seats.

Clean periodically with a high-powered vacuum
cleaner. Dirt and debris may reduce the ability to
adjust the seat. A wet cleansing agent may be
used if necessary.

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 coat-

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

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
INFLUENCE THE RATE OF
CORROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the ve-
hicle body underside can accelerate corrosion.
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 and where
atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is
used.

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Temperature

High temperatures accelerate the rate of corro-
sion 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 acceler-
ates the corrosion process. Road salt also accel-
erates the disintegration 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 de-

bris from the passenger compartment
by washing it out with a hose. Remove
dirt with a vacuum cleaner or broom.

● Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface de-icing are
extremely corrosive. They accelerate corrosion
and deterioration of underbody components
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 corro-
sion, which may be required in some areas, con-
sult an INFINITI retailer.

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