Infiniti Q70 Hybrid (2018 year). Manual

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Getting the spare tire and tools

Raise the trunk floor cover

using the tab

Remove jacking tools located inside the
trunk as illustrated.
The spare tire is located under the trunk
room. Remove the cap

holding the spare

tire.

Jacking up the vehicle and removing
the damaged tire

WARNING

. Never get under the vehicle while it is

supported only by the jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.

. Use only the jack provided with your

vehicle to lift the vehicle. Do not use
the jack provided with your vehicle on
other vehicles. The jack is designed
for lifting only your vehicle during a
tire change.

. Use the correct jack-up points. Never

use any other part of the vehicle for
jack support.

. Never jack up the vehicle more than

necessary.

. Never use blocks on or under the jack.
. Do not start or run the INFINITI

Direct Response Hybrid

System

while vehicle is on the jack, as it may
cause the vehicle to move. This is
especially true for vehicles with lim-
ited slip differentials.

. Do not allow passengers to stay in

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2. Loosen each wheel nut one or two turns

by turning counterclockwise with the
wheel nut wrench. Do not remove the
wheel nuts until the tire is off the
ground.

3. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire

clears the ground. To lift the vehicle,
securely hold the jack lever and rod with
both hands as shown above. Remove the
wheel nuts, and then remove the tire.

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Installing the spare tire

The T-type spare tire is designed for
emergency use. (See specific instructions
under the heading “Wheels and tires” (P.8-
26).)
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface

between the wheel and hub.

2. Carefully put the spare tire on and

tighten the wheel nuts finger tight.

3. With the wheel nut wrench, tighten

wheel nuts alternately and evenly in the
sequence illustrated ( ,

) until

they are tight.

4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire

touches the ground. Then, with the

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In case of emergency

wheel nut wrench, tighten the wheel
nuts securely in the sequence illustrated.
Lower the vehicle completely.

WARNING

. Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly

tightened wheel nuts can cause the
wheel to become loose or come off.
This could cause an accident.

. Do not use oil or grease on the wheel

studs or nuts. This could cause the
nuts to become loose.

. Retighten the wheel nuts when the

vehicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.).

As soon as possible, tighten the wheel

nuts to the specified torque with a
torque wrench.
Wheel nut tightening torque:

80 ft-lb (108 N·m)

The wheel nuts must be kept tigh-
tened to specification at all times. It
is recommended that wheel nuts be
tightened to specifications at each
lubrication interval.

Adjust tire pressure to the COLD

pressure.
COLD pressure:

After the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more or driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km).

COLD tire pressures are shown on
the Tire and Loading Information
label affixed to the driver side center
pillar.

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5. Securely store the flat tire and jacking

equipment in the vehicle.

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6. Put trunk floor cover

against in the

trunk room and store the damaged tire.

7. Close the trunk.

WARNING

. Always make sure that the spare tire

and jacking equipment are properly
secured after use. Such items can
become dangerous projectiles in an
accident or sudden stop.

. The T-type spare tire and small size

spare tire are designed for emergency
use. See specific instructions under
the heading “Wheels and tires” (P.8-

26).

Before attempting to jump start the vehicle,
make sure the fuel tank is not empty and the
correct starting procedure is followed. See
“Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid

System” (P.5-13). Do not drive the

vehicle on battery power only if the fuel tank
is empty. The Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery will
become discharged and the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid

System will turn off.

CONFIRM BATTERY IS DIS-
CHARGED

If any of the following conditions occurs, the
12-volt battery might discharged:
. The instrument cluster and/or headlights

are not normal brightness.

. Audio accessories cannot be turned on.

. The hybrid system does not become

READY to drive mode.

. The ignition switch cannot be placed in

the ON position.

Check the following if you notice above
conditions.
1. Check that the 12-volt battery terminals

are tight and clean. See “12-volt battery”
(P.8-13). The battery is located on the
left hand side of the trunk behind an
access panel. If the 12-volt battery
terminals are loose, it is recommended
you contact your INFINITI retailer.

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IF THE VEHICLE DOES NOT START

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In case of emergency

2. If the 12-volt battery terminals are tight

and clean, try to jump start the vehicle.
See “Jump starting” (P.6-10).

If the hybrid system still does not start, it is
recommended that you contact an INFINITI
retailer.

To start your INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid

System with a booster battery, the

instructions and precautions below must be
followed.
Jump starting provides power to the 12 volt
system to allow the electrical systems to
operate. The electrical systems must be
operating to allow the Lithium ion (Li-ion)
battery to be charged. Jump starting does
not charge the Li-ion battery.

WARNING

. If done incorrectly, jump starting can

lead to a 12-volt 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 12-volt
battery. Make sure that the vent
tube is mounted.

. Do not allow battery fluid to come

into contact with eyes, skin, clothing
or painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a
corrosive sulfuric acid solution which
can cause severe burns. If the fluid
should come into contact with any-
thing, immediately flush the con-
tacted area with water.

. Keep the 12-volt 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 12-

volt 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
12-volt 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.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to jump start a hybrid
vehicle as a booster vehicle.

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 12-volt battery and

fuse box into close proximity to each
other.
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. Connect jumper cables in the sequence

as illustrated (

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For models with a steering wheel lock
mechanism: If the 12-volt battery is
disconnected or discharged, the steering
wheel will lock and cannot be turned.
Supply power using jumper cables be-
fore pushing the ignition switch and
disengaging the steering lock.

CAUTION

. Always connect positive (+) to posi-

tive (+) and negative (−) to body
ground (as illustrated) − not to the
12-volt battery.

. Make sure the jumper cables do not

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

4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle

and let it run for a few minutes.

5. Start the hybrid system of the vehicle

being jump started

CAUTION

If the hybrid system does not start right
away, push the ignition switch to the
OFF position and wait 10 seconds
before trying again.

6. After starting your vehicle, carefully

disconnect the negative cable and then
the positive cable (

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7. Put the battery cover and fuse cover on.

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In case of emergency

NOTE:
If it is not possible to turn the hybrid system
ON by following this procedure, it is
recommended that you contact an INFINITI
retailer immediately.

Do not attempt to start the engine by
pushing.

CAUTION

. Automatic transmission models can-

not 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.

. Hybrid models cannot be push-

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

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 turn the INFINITI Direct Re-
sponse Hybrid

System off.

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.

PUSH STARTING

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3. If engine overheating is caused by climb-

ing a long hill on a hot day, run the engine
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
hybrid system.) 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. 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 hybrid
system.

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.

. Always attach safety chains before

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TOWING YOUR VEHICLE

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In case of emergency

towing.

For information about towing your vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle (RV), see “Flat
towing” (P.10-16).

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Two-wheel drive 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. The vehicle should only
be loaded onto a flat bed using a winch.

WARNING

If your vehicle needs to be towed, do it
with the rear wheels raised. If the rear

wheels are on the ground when towing,
the electric motor may generate electri-
city. This may damage the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid

System com-

ponents and cause a fire.

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

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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. For models with a
steering wheel lock mechanism:
Never secure the steering wheel by
selecting the LOCK position. This
may damage the steering lock me-
chanism.

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
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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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.

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. Do not use a wax containing any abra-

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

Machine compounding or aggressive polish-
ing 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

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.

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.

. Do not clean the interior or trunk

using water. If water contacts the
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery, it may
cause a short circuit and damage the
battery.

. 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.

CLEANING INTERIOR

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