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Owner's Manual - Infiniti Owner Portal - Infiniti USA

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JVS0122X<br />

SONAR SYSTEM OFF SWITCH<br />

The sonar system OFF switch on the<br />

instrument panel allows the driver to turn<br />

the sonar system on and off. To turn the<br />

sonar system on and off, the ignition<br />

switch must be in the “ON” position. The<br />

indicator light *1 on the switch will<br />

illuminate when the system is turned on.<br />

If the indicator light flashes when the<br />

sonar system is not turned off, it may<br />

indicate a malfunction in the sonar system.<br />

POWER STEERING BRAKE SYSTEM<br />

WARNING<br />

If the engine is not running or is turned off<br />

while driving, the power assist for the<br />

steering will not work. Steering will be<br />

harder to operate.<br />

The power assisted steering uses a hydraulic<br />

pump, driven by the engine, to<br />

assist steering.<br />

If the engine stops or the drive belt breaks,<br />

you will still have control of the vehicle.<br />

However, much greater steering effort is<br />

needed, especially in sharp turns and at<br />

low speeds.<br />

BRAKING PRECAUTIONS<br />

The brake system has two separate hydraulic<br />

circuits. If one circuit malfunctions,<br />

you will still have braking at two wheels.<br />

Vacuum assisted brakes<br />

The brake booster aids braking by using<br />

engine vacuum. If the engine stops, you<br />

can stop the vehicle by depressing the<br />

brake pedal. However, greater foot pressure<br />

on the brake pedal will be required to<br />

stop the vehicle and the stopping distance<br />

will be longer.<br />

When the brake pedal is depressed slowly<br />

and firmly, you may hear a clicking noise<br />

and feel a slight pulsation. This is normal<br />

and indicates that the Brake Assist System<br />

is operating.<br />

Wet brakes<br />

When the vehicle is washed or driven<br />

through water, the brakes may get wet.<br />

As a result, your braking distance will be<br />

longer and the vehicle may pull to one side<br />

during braking.<br />

To dry brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe<br />

speed while lightly tapping the brake pedal<br />

to heat-up the brakes. Do this until the<br />

brakes return to normal. Avoid driving the<br />

Starting and driving 5-95

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