2010 Infiniti FX50 Owner's Manual - Page 401

REAR ACTIVE STEER SYSTEM (if so equipped) ● If brake related parts such as brake pads, rotors and calipers are not standard equipment or are extremely deteriorated, the VDC system may not operate properly and both and indicator lights may illuminate. ● When driving on extremely inclined surfaces such as higher banked corners, the VDC system may not operate properly and the indicator may flash or both and indicator lights may illuminate. Do not drive on these types of roads. ● When driving on an unstable surface such as a turntable, ferry, elevator or ramp, the indicator may flash or both and indicator lights may illuminate. This is not a malfunction. Restart the engine after driving onto a stable surface. ● If wheels or tires other than the recommended ones are used, the VDC system may indicator not operate properly and the and indicator may flash or both lights may illuminate. ● The VDC system is not a substitute for winter tires or tire chains on a snow covered road. ● The ABLS system helps provide increased traction, but will not prevent accidents due to abrupt steering operation or by careless driving or dangerous driving practices. Reduce vehicle speed and be especially careful when driving and cornering on slippery surfaces. Always drive carefully. The Rear Active Steer system is an electronically controlled four-wheel steering system. The angle of the rear wheels are adjusted by the Rear Active Steer system, depending on the vehicle speed and steering angle. The rear wheels are designed to turn momentarily in the opposite direction and then change to the same direction as the front wheels. At low speeds, the rear wheels will not turn and the system functions as a two-wheel steering system. If a malfunction occurs in the system, the Rear Active Steer function will stop but the ordinary two-wheel steering system will operate normally. The "RAS" warning light will illuminate. If the light illuminates while driving, contact an INFINITI retailer for repair. WARNING The Rear Active Steer system, although a sophisticated device, cannot prevent accidents resulting from careless or dangerous driving techniques. Ultimately the responsibility for safety of self and others rests in the hands of the driver. Therefore only through attentive and careful driving methods can the Rear Active Steer system be fully appreciated and safety assured. Starting and driving 5-79