2008 Infiniti QX56 Owner's Manual - Page 324

COLD WEATHER DRIVING ● The system is designed as an aid to the driver in detecting large stationary objects to help avoid damaging the vehicle. The system will not detect small objects below the bumper, and may not detect objects close to the bumper or on the ground. ● If your vehicle sustains damage to the front bumper fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. The Front Sonar System (FSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the front bumper when the shift selector is in a forward gear. The system may not detect objects at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. The FSS detects obstacles up to 6 feet (1.8 m) from the front bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper, (refer to the illustration for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away, the tone will sound continuously. If the FSS detects a stationary or receding object further than 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. The FSS automatically turns on when the shift selector lever is placed in a forward gear and the ignition is ON. The FSS OFF switch on the instrument panel allows the driver to turn the FSS on and off. To turn the FSS off, the ignition must be ON, and the shift selector lever in D (Drive). An indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator light illuminates when the FSS is not turned off, it may indicate a failure in the FSS. Keep the FSS sensors (located on the front bumper fascia) free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean the sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will affect the accuracy of the FSS. FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply deicer through the key hole. If the lock becomes frozen, heat the key before inserting it into the key hole or use the remote keyless entry keyfob (if so equipped). ANTI-FREEZE In the winter when it is anticipated that the temperature will drop below 32°F (0°C), check the anti-freeze to assure proper winter protection. For details, see "Engine cooling system" in the "Maintenance and do-it-yourself" section of this manual. BATTERY If the battery is not fully charged during extremely cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should be checked regularly. For details, see "Battery" in the "Maintenance and do-it-yourself" section of this manual. 5-52 Starting and driving