Infiniti Q70 Hybrid Owner's manual

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Owner's manual
2017 Infiniti Q70 Hybrid
Owner’s Manual and
Maintenance Information
Printing: October 2016 (07) / OM17E0 HY51U0 / Printed in U.S.A.
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle.
2017 Infiniti Q70 Hybrid
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Your INFINITI represents a new way of
thinking about vehicle design. It integrates
advanced engineering and superior crafts-
manship with a simple, refined aesthetic
sensitivity associated with traditional Ja-
panese culture.
The result is a different notion of luxury
and beauty. The car itself is important, but
so is the sense of harmony that the vehicle
evokes in its driver, and the sense of
satisfaction you feel with the INFINITI
from the way it looks and drives to the high
level of retailer service.
To ensure that you enjoy your INFINITI to
the fullest, we encourage you to read this
Owner’s Manual immediately. It explains
all of the features, controls and perfor-
mance characteristics of your INFINITI; it
also provides important instructions and
safety information.
A separate Warranty Information Booklet
is included in your Owner’s literature
portfolio. Always carry it with you when
you take your vehicle to an INFINITI
retailer. The Warranty Information Booklet
contents provide complete information
about all warranties covering this vehicle,
the requirements to keep the warranties in
effect as well as the INFINITI Roadside
Assistance program.
Additionally, a separate Customer Care
and Lemon Law Information Booklet will
explain how to resolve any concerns you
may have with your vehicle, as well as
clarify your rights under your state’s
lemon law.
In addition to factory installed options,
your vehicle may also be equipped with
additional accessories installed by INFINITI
or by your INFINITI retailer prior to delivery.
It is important that you familiarize yourself
with all disclosures, warnings, cautions
and instructions concerning proper use of
such accessories prior to operating the
vehicle and/or accessory. It is recom-
mended you see an INFINITI retailer for
details concerning the particular acces-
sories with which your vehicle is equipped.
READ FIRST THEN DRIVE SAFELY
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Before driving your vehicle, read your
Owner’s Manual carefully. This will ensure
familiarity with controls and maintenance
requirements, assisting you in the safe
operation of your vehicle.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REMIN-
DERS!
Follow these important driving rules to help
ensure a safe and comfortable trip for you
and your passengers!
. NEVER drive under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
. ALWAYS observe posted speed limits
and never drive too fast for conditions.
. ALWAYS give your full attention to
driving and avoid using vehicle features
or taking other actions that could
distract you.
. ALWAYS use your seat belts and appro-
priate child restraint systems. Pre-teen
children should be seated in the rear
seat.
. ALWAYS provide information about the
proper use of vehicle safety features to
all occupants of the vehicle.
. ALWAYS review this Owners Manual for
important safety information.
Foreword
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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate
governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems result-
ing from modification will not be covered
under the INFINITI warranties.
WARNING
Installing an aftermarket On-Board Diagnos-
tic (OBD) plug-in device that uses the port
during normal driving, for example remote
insurance company monitoring, remote ve-
hicle diagnostics, telematics or engine
reprogramming, may cause interference or
damage to vehicle systems. We do not
recommend or endorse the use of any
aftermarket OBD plug-in devices, unless
specifically approved by INFINITI. The vehi-
cle warranty may not cover damage caused
by any aftermarket plug-in device.
WHEN READING THE MANUAL
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This manual includes information for all
features and equipment available on this
model. Features and equipment in your
vehicle may vary depending on model, trim
level, options selected, order, date of
production, region or availability. There-
fore, you may find information about
features or equipment that are not in-
cluded or installed on your vehicle.
All information, specifications and illustra-
tions in this manual are those in effect at
the time of printing. INFINITI reserves the
right to change specifications, perfor-
mance, design or component suppliers
without notice and without obligation.
From time to time, INFINITI may update or
revise this manual to provide owners with
the most accurate information currently
available. Please carefully read and retain
with this manual all revision updates sent
to you by INFINITI to ensure you have
access to accurate and up-to-date informa-
tion regarding your vehicle. Current ver-
sions of vehicle Owner’s Manuals and any
updates can also be found in the Owner
section of the INFINITI website at https://
owners.infinitiusa.com/owners/naviga-
tion/manualsandGuides. If you have ques-
tions concerning any information in your
Owner’s Manual, contact INFINITI Consu-
mer Affairs. See the INFINITI CUSTOMER
CARE PROGRAM page in this Owner’s
Manual for contact information.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THIS MANUAL
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You will see various symbols in this
manual. They are used in the following
ways:
WARNING
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause death or serious
personal injury. To avoid or reduce the risk,
the procedures must be followed precisely.
CAUTION
This is used to indicate the presence of a
hazard that could cause minor or moderate
personal injury or damage to your vehicle.To
avoid or reduce the risk, the procedures
must be followed carefully.
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SIC0697
If you see the symbol above, it means “Do
not do this” or “Do not let this happen”.
NOS1274
If you see a symbol similar to those above
in an illustration, it means the arrow points
to the front of the vehicle.
NOS1275
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
those above indicate movement or action.
NOS1276
Arrows in an illustration that are similar to
those above call attention to an item in the
illustration.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
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WARNING
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain or
emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. In addition,
certain fluids contained in vehicles and
certain products of component wear contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
CANADA’S PRODUCTS CONTAINING
MERCURY REGULATIONS
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The display screen (models without
navigation system) on your vehicle
contains mercury. If these parts
require disposal, the repair facility
vehicle dismantler or recycler should
make sure they are recycled or
disposed of as hazardous waste in
accordance with applicable laws. For
information on safe handling proce-
dures, disposal and recycling op-
tions in accordance with Canada’s
Products Containing Mercury Regula-
tions, go to http://www.ec.gc.ca/
mercure-mercury/.
CALIFORNIA PERCHLORATE ADVI-
SORY
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Some vehicle parts, such as lithium
batteries, may contain perchlorate materi-
al. The following advisory is provided:
“Perchlorate Material - special handling
may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.”
Bluetooth
®
is a trademark
owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
and licensed to Visteon Corpora-
tion and Clarion Co., Ltd.
SiriusXM
®
services require a
subscription after trial period
and are sold separately or as a
package. The satellite service is
available only in the 48 contig-
uous USA and DC. SiriusXM
®
satellite service is also available
in Canada: see www.siriusxm.ca.
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© 2016 NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD.
All rights reserved. No part of this Owner’s
Manual may be reproduced or stored in a
retrieval system, or transmitted in any
form, or by any means, electronic, mechan-
ical, photocopying, recording or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
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INFINITI CUSTOMER CARE PROGRAM
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INFINITI CARES ...
Both INFINITI and your INFINITI retailer are dedicated to serving all your automotive needs. Your satisfaction with your vehicle and your
INFINITI retailer are our primary concerns.Your INFINITI retailer is always available to assist you with all your automobile sales and service
needs.
However, if there is something that your
INFINITI retailer cannot assist you with or
you would like to provide INFINITI directly
with comments or questions, please con-
tact our (INFINITI’s) Consumer Affairs De-
partment using our toll-free number:
For U.S. customers
1-800-662-6200
For Canadian customers
1-800-361-4792
The Consumer Affairs Department will ask
for the following information:
. Your name, address, and telephone
number
. Vehicle identification number (on dash
panel)
. Date of purchase
. Current odometer reading
. Your INFINITI retailer’s name
. Your comments or questions
OR
You can write to INFINITI with the informa-
tion on the left at:
For U.S. customers
INFINITI Division
Nissan North America, Inc.
Consumer Affairs Department
P.O. Box 685003
Franklin, TN 37068-5003
or via e-mail at:
nnaconsumeraffairs@nissan-usa.
com
For Canadian customers
INFINITI Division
Nissan Canada Inc.
5290 Orbitor Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W 4Z5
or via e-mail at:
information.centre@nissancanada.
com
If you prefer, visit us at:
www.infinitiUSA.com (for U.S. customer) or
www.infiniti.ca (for Canadian customers)
We appreciate your interest in INFINITI and
thank you for buying a quality INFINITI
vehicle.
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Hybrid System Overview
Hybrid
System
Illustrated table of contents
0
Safety Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Do-it-yourself
Maintenance and schedules
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Table of
Contents
10
Technical and consumer information
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Hybrid System Overview
INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®
System ................................. Hybrid System-2
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery ................. Hybrid System-2
High voltage cautions ........................ Hybrid System-2
Road accident cautions ...................... Hybrid System-3
Emergency shut-off system ................ Hybrid System-4
Operation of the hybrid system .......... Hybrid System-4
Starting and slow
speed driving ................................ Hybrid System-5
Medium or high speed driving ....... Hybrid System-5
Rapid acceleration ......................... Hybrid System-5
Deceleration and braking ............... Hybrid System-5
Stopping ....................................... Hybrid System-5
Energy monitors ................................ Hybrid System-5
Assist charge gauge ..................... Hybrid System-6
Energy Flow (models with
navigation system) ....................... Hybrid System-6
Fuel economy history
(models with navigation
system) ........................................ Hybrid System-7
Regenerative brake ........................... Hybrid System-8
Efficient use of your vehicle .............. Hybrid System-9
Approaching Vehicle Sound for
Pedestrians (VSP) system .................. Hybrid System-9
Hybrid vehicle precautions .............. Hybrid System-10
High voltage components ........... Hybrid System-10
Hybrid
vehicle characteristics ................ Hybrid System-11
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Hybrid System-2 Hybrid System Overview
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The INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System combines the power of a gasoline
engine and an electric motor to help
minimize fuel consumption and emissions.
Depending on driving conditions, the
vehicle runs on a combination of the
gasoline engine and the electric motor,
whichever is best for those conditions.
Because the gasoline engine charges the
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery as needed, the
battery does not have to be charged from
an outside source like an all-electric
vehicle.
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WARNING
Your vehicle contains a sealed Lithium ion
(Li-ion) high voltage battery. If the Li-ion
battery is disposed of improperly, there is a
risk of severe burns and electrical shock
that may result in serious injury or death
and there is also a risk of environmental
damage.
CAUTION
. Do not misuse the Li-ion battery.
. Do not use the Li-ion battery for any
other purpose.
The Li-ion battery is used to drive the
electric motors in the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
®
System.
The Li-ion battery has a limited service life.
It is recommended that you contact your
INFINITI retailer for information about
recycling or disposal of the battery.
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WARNING
. The INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System uses high voltage up to approxi-
mately 408 volts. The system can be hot
during and after starting. Be careful of
both the high voltage and the high
temperature. Obey the warning labels
attached to the vehicle.
. Never disassemble, remove or replace
high-voltage parts and harnesses as
well as their connectors. Doing so can
cause severe burns or electric shock that
may result in serious injury or death.
High-voltage harnesses are colored or-
ange. The vehicle high voltage system
has no user serviceable parts. It is
recommended that you take your vehicle
to an INFINITI retailer for any necessary
maintenance.
. Never try to remove the service plug
located in the trunk. The service plug is
used only when the vehicle is serviced
by trained technicians wearing personal
protection equipment and is part of the
high voltage system. Touching the ser-
vice plug can cause severe burns or
electric shock that may result in serious
INFINITI DIRECT RESPONSE HYBRID
®
SYSTEM
LITHIUM-ION (Li-ion) BATTERY HIGH VOLTAGE CAUTIONS
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injury or death.
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WARNING
In case of a collision:
. If your vehicle is drivable, pull your
vehicle off the road, put the transmis-
sion in the P (Park) position, apply the
parking brake and turn the INFINITI
Direct Response Hybrid
®
System off.
. Check to see if there are exposed high
voltage parts and cables. Never touch
the parts and cables. For their locations,
see High voltage components (P.Hy-
brid System-10). To avoid personal in-
jury, never touch high-voltage wiring,
connectors, and other high-voltage
parts, such as electric motor inverter
and Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery. An
electric shock may occur if exposed
electric wires are visible when viewed
from inside or outside of your vehicle.
Therefore, never touch exposed electric
wires.
. If the vehicle receives a strong impact to
the floor while driving, stop the vehicle
in a safe location and check the floor.
. Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If
liquid has leaked onto the ground, the
fuel system may have been damaged.
Leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
. Leaks or damage to the Li-ion battery
may result in a fire. If you discover them,
contact emergency services immedi-
ately. Since the fluid leak may be lithium
organic electrolyte from the Li-ion bat-
tery, never touch the fluid leak inside or
outside the vehicle. If the fluid contacts
your skin or eyes, wash it off immedi-
ately with a large amount of water and
receive immediate medical attention to
help avoid serious injury.
. If a fire occurs in the hybrid vehicle,
leave the vehicle as soon as possible.
Only use a type ABC, BC or C fire
extinguisher that is meant for use on
electrical fires. Using water or the
incorrect fire extinguisher can result in
serious injury or death from electrical
shock.
. If you are not able to safely assess the
vehicle due to vehicle damage, do not
touch the vehicle. Leave the vehicle and
contact emergency services. Advise 1st
responders that this is a hybrid vehicle.
. In the event of an accident that requires
body repair and painting, it is recom-
mended that the vehicle be delivered to
Hybrid System Overview Hybrid System-3
ROAD ACCIDENT CAUTIONS
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Hybrid System-4 Hybrid System Overview
an INFINITI retailer to have the Li-ion
battery pack and high voltage parts such
as the inverter, including the wiring
harness, removed prior to painting. Li-
ion battery packs exposed to heat in the
paint booth will experience capacity
loss. Damaged Li-ion battery packs may
also pose safety risks to untrained
mechanics and repair personnel.
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The emergency shut-off system is activated
and the high-voltage system automatically
turns off in the following conditions:
. Front and side collisions in which the air
bags are deployed.
. Certain rear collisions.
. Certain INFINITI Direct Response Hy-
brid
®
System malfunctions
For the above collisions and the certain
hybrid system malfunctions, the READY to
drive indicator light will turn off. See
“Warning lights, indicator lights and audi-
ble reminders” (P.2-11).
The emergency shut-off activates for the
above collisions to minimize risk of an
event that could cause injury or an
accident. If the emergency shut-off system
activates, the hybrid system may not
switched to READY to drive position, it is
recommended that you contact an INFINITI
retailer. Even if the ignition switch is
switched to READY to drive position, the
system may shut-off suddenly. Therefore,
drive cautiously to the nearest INFINITI
retailer or contact an INFINITI retailer as
soon as possible.
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To start the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®
System:
1. Depress the brake pedal and place the
ignition switch in the ON position when
the transmission is in the P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position (P is recommended).
(For more details, see “Push-button
ignition switch” (P.5-10).)
2. The READY to drive indicator light
flashes, then turns illuminated. (The
hybrid system switched to the READY to
drive mode when the indicator light
illuminates.)
When the READY to drive indicator light
illuminates, the vehicle can be
driven, even if the gasoline engine is not
running.
NOTE:
The gasoline engine starts and stops
automatically. It may stop during low
speed driving, deceleration or when the
vehicle is stopped.
The gasoline engine may automatically run
in the following conditions:
. The level of remaining charge in the
Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery is low. The
engine runs to charge the Li-ion battery
and to provide power to the drive the
EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION OF THE HYBRID SYSTEM
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vehicle.
. The temperature of the engine coolant
is low.
. Based on driving conditions.
. The shift lever is shifted to the P (Park)
position, the drivers seat belt is
released and the drivers side door is
then opened.
The hybrid system operates as follows
based on driving conditions and the Li-ion
battery charge.
STARTING AND SLOW SPEED DRIV-
ING
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The vehicle is driven by the electric motor
depending on the available Li-ion battery
charge.
MEDIUM OR HIGH SPEED DRIVING
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The system automatically controls the
gasoline engine and electric motor in order
to obtain the optimum fuel mileage and
performance, depending on the driving
situation and available Li-ion battery
charge.
When the remaining battery level is low,
the Li-ion battery is charged by the electric
motor that is driven to generate electric
power while the vehicle is driving.
RAPID ACCELERATION
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The vehicle is accelerated using both the
gasoline engine and the electric motor
depending on the available Li-ion battery
charge.
DECELERATION AND BRAKING
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The Li-ion battery is charged by the electric
motor that changes the energy of the
rotating wheels into electric power. See
“Regenerative brake” (P.Hybrid System-8).
STOPPING
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The gasoline engine may stop running to
save fuel depending on the available Li-ion
battery charge.
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The INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System monitors the status of power being
sent to the electric motor and the Lithium
ion (Li-ion) battery state of charge. The
status is shown on the assist charge gauge
in the meter and the energy flow/remain-
ing Li-ion battery charge in the vehicle
information display. System status can
also be shown on the navigation system
display (if so equipped) when the screen is
in the energy flow mode or energy/fuel
history mode.
Hybrid System Overview Hybrid System-5
ENERGY MONITORS
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Hybrid System-6 Hybrid System Overview
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ASSIST CHARGE GAUGE
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This meter displays the actual electric
motor power consumption and the char-
ging power to the Li-ion battery.
For additional information, See “Assist
charge gauge” (P.2-9).
ENERGY FLOW (models with navi-
gation system)
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When you use this system, make sure the
hybrid system is in the READY to drive
mode. See “Operation of the hybrid sys-
tem” (P.Hybrid System-4).
If you use the system with the hybrid
system off (ignition switch placed in the
ACC position) for a long time, it will
discharge the 12-volt battery power, and
the hybrid system will not start.
Energy Flow for various operating modes
can be displayed on the navigation system
monitor.
JVO0149X
Push the INFO button on the control panel
and highlight the “Energy Flow” key on the
display using the INFINITI controller then
push the ENTER button.
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This is an example of the Energy Flow
display. The Energy Flow display changes,
depending on the following operating
conditions. The graphic indicates the
amount of power in the Li-ion battery.
The following are displayed on the Energy
Flow screen.
. When the vehicle is powered only by the
electric motor or gasoline engine.
. When the vehicle is powered by both
the electric motor and the gasoline
engine.
. When the vehicle is charging the Li-ion
battery with the regenerative brake and
gasoline engine.
. When the vehicle is powered by the
gasoline engine and is charging the Li-
ion battery.
. When there is no Energy Flow in the
vehicle
The Energy Flow and remaining Li-ion
battery charge can be also shown on the
vehicle information display. See “Trip
computer” (P.2-30).
FUEL ECONOMY HISTORY (models
with navigation system)
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The Fuel Economy History screen appears
in the display with the navigation system
when the screen is in the Fuel Economy
History mode.
JVO0149X
1. Push the INFO button on the control
panel and highlight the “Energy Flow”
key on the display using the INFINITI
controller. Then push the ENTER button.
2. Highlight the “History” key, and push
the ENTER button.
Hybrid System Overview Hybrid System-7
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Hybrid System-8 Hybrid System Overview
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The Fuel Economy History can be displayed
on the navigation system monitor. This
displays the vehicle’s average fuel con-
sumption and regenerative electric power
at 2 minute intervals.
The displayed values on the screen indi-
cate general driving conditions. Accuracy
varies with driving habits and road condi-
tions.
1. Regenerated energy in the past 12
minutes: The regenerated energy in
the past 12 minutes is indicated with
symbols. One symbol indicates 30
watt-hour. The energy of 30 watt-hour
illuminates a 30 watt bulb for an hour.
2. Fuel consumption in the past 12 min-
utes: Fuel consumption in the past 12
minutes is displayed.
3. Current fuel consumption (Latest col-
umn): The current fuel consumption is
calculated and displayed based on
distance and fuel consumption.
NOTE:
Information shown in the yellow column
means current (within 2 minutes) and
information shown in the blue columns
means past (more than 2 minutes).
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When the vehicle decelerates while the
vehicle is driven with the shift lever in the D
(drive) position or in the manual shift
mode, the Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery can
be charged by the electric motor. The
electric motor converts the energy of the
rotating wheels into electric power under
the following circumstances:
. When the accelerator pedal is released.
. When the brake pedal is depressed
. When there is no malfunction in the
brake system or the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
®
System
The regenerative brake may not work
properly if the vehicle has tires and road
wheels other than the ones specified in
this manual.
REGENERATIVE BRAKE
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Drive your vehicle with smooth accelera-
tion and deceleration.
. While driving, energy is recovered
through the regenerative brake as the
vehicle decelerates. However, for most
efficient use, do not accelerate or
decelerate your vehicle more than
necessary.
. Avoid abrupt acceleration and decelera-
tion.
. The power of the Lithium ion (Li-ion)
battery can be checked on the Energy
Flow in the center display (models with
navigation system) or Li-ion battery
status meter in the vehicle information
display. See “Energy Flow (models with
navigation system)” (P.Hybrid System-
6) or “Trip computer” (P.2-30). Gradual
or non-abrupt acceleration and decel-
eration will make more effective use of
the electric motor power, using less
gasoline engine power.
. When parking, be sure to place the shift
lever in the P (Park) position. While
driving, place the shift lever in the D
(Drive) position.
GUID-D95ED0B0-EA84-4F85-BCE7-A082527D2C79
The Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedes-
trians (VSP) system is a function that uses
sound to help alert pedestrians of the
presence of the vehicle when it is being
driven at a low speed in the electric drive
mode under the following conditions:
. The sound starts when the vehicle
starts accelerating.
. The sound stops when the vehicle
speed is more than 19 MPH (30 km/h)
while accelerating.
. The sound starts when the vehicle
speed is less than 16 MPH (25 km/h)
while decelerating.
. The sound stops when the vehicle
stops.
. The sound does not stop with the
vehicle in the R (Reverse) position even
if the vehicle stops.
The VSP system is automatically turned on
when the vehicle is in the READY to drive
mode.
If there is a malfunction in the VSP system,
the VSP OFF indicator light in the meter
illuminates. See “Approaching Vehicle
Sound for Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator
light” (P.2-19).
WARNING
. If the sound from the VSP system is not
heard while driving, stop the vehicle in a
safe and quiet location. Open a window,
and then place the vehicle in the R
(Reverse) position with the brake pedal
firmly depressed. Check that the operat-
ing sound can be heard from the front
side of the vehicle.
. If the sound cannot be heard, it is
recommended that you immediately con-
tact an INFINITI retailer for inspection.
Hybrid System Overview Hybrid System-9
EFFICIENT USE OF YOUR VEHICLE
APPROACHING VEHICLE SOUND FOR
PEDESTRIANS (VSP) SYSTEM
Condition:
(18,1)
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Hybrid System-10 Hybrid System Overview
GUID-072ECCDB-CE14-42A7-B2AB-42AFC69146BC
HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS
GUID-5BC83D73-8D19-4309-ABE4-504C1C606C99
WARNING
. The INFINITI Direct Response Hybrid
®
System uses high voltage up to approxi-
mately 408 volts. The system can be hot
while and after starting. Be careful of
both the high voltage and the high
temperature. Obey the warning labels
attached to the vehicle.
. Never touch, disassemble, remove or
replace the high voltage parts, har-
nesses and their connectors. High vol-
tage harnesses are orange. Touching,
disassembling, removing or replacing
those parts and harnesses can cause
severe burns or electric shock that may
result in serious injury or death.
JVO0011X
1. Electric motor inverter
2. High voltage harnesses (orange)
3. Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery
4. DC/DC converter
5. Service plug
6. Electric compressor
7. Electric motor
8. 12-volt battery
The hybrid system uses high voltage up to
approximately 408 volts. High voltage
components are indicated in the illustra-
HYBRID VEHICLE PRECAUTIONS
Condition:
(19,1)
[ Edit: 2016/ 8/ 5 Model: 2017MY INFINITI Q70 Hybrid (HY51) OM17E0HY51U0) ]
tion. High voltage harnesses are orange.
The system can be hot while and after
starting. Be careful of both the high voltage
and the high temperature.
HYBRID VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
GUID-D766F542-0B07-4222-BDBB-B3A9293124E4
WARNING
. When you leave your vehicle, be sure to
place the ignition switch in the OFF
position.
. Be sure to put the transmission in the P
(Park) position because the vehicle can
move when the READY to drive indicator
light is on even if the gasoline engine is
not running. When the READY to drive
indicator light is on, do not leave your
vehicle in a shift position other than the
P (Park) position. The vehicle will creep
and start abruptly if the accelerator
pedal is depressed by mistake. This
may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
If the vehicle is parked for a long period of
time, the battery discharges gradually. To
avoid this occurrence, drive the vehicle for
approximately 30 minutes at least once
every two to three months. Otherwise, the
Lithium ion (Li-ion) battery may be da-
maged. If the Li-ion battery is completely
discharged and the hybrid system cannot be
activated, it is recommended that you
contact an INFINITI retailer.
High voltage parts and harnesses on the
hybrid vehicles emit approximately the
same amount of electromagnetic waves
as the conventional gasoline-powered ve-
hicles or home electronic appliances de-
spite of their electromagnetic shieldings.
Unwanted noise may occur in the reception
of a mobile two-way radio.
Charging the Li-ion battery while driving is
important. The vehicle cannot run if the Li-
ion battery is discharged. When in the N
(Neutral), D (Drive) or R (Reverse) position,
and while the accelerator pedal or the
brake pedal is not depressed, the Li-ion
battery does not recharge. Leaving the
transmission in the N (Neutral), D (Drive) or
R (Reverse) position, and while the accel-
erator pedal or the brake pedal is not
depressed for an extended period of time
(for example, when the shift lever is in the
D (Drive) position and the vehicle is
stopped only by the parking brake), may
discharge the Li-ion battery and the hybrid
system may automatically be turned off.
Hybrid System Overview Hybrid System-11
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Infiniti Q70 Hybrid Owner's manual

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