Infiniti QX: Rapid air pressure loss
Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can occur if the tire is punctured or is damaged due to hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid air pressure loss can also be caused by driving on under-inflated tires. Rapid air pressure loss can affect the handling and stability of the vehicle, especially at highway speeds. Help prevent rapid air pressure loss by maintaining the correct air pressure and visually inspect the tires for wear and damage. See “Wheels and tires” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. If a tire rapidly loses air pressure or “blows-out” while driving maintain control of the vehicle by following the procedure below. Please note that this procedure is only a general guide. The vehicle must be driven as appropriate based on the conditions of the vehicle, road and traffic.
WARNING
The following actions can increase the
chance of losing control of the vehicle if
there is a sudden loss of tire air pressure.
Losing control of the vehicle may cause a
collision and result in personal injury.
► The vehicle generally moves or pulls in
the direction of the flat tire.
► Do not rapidly apply the brakes.
► Do not rapidly release the accelerator
pedal.
► Do not rapidly turn the steering wheel.
1. Remain calm and do not overreact.
2. Maintain a firm grip on the steering
wheel with both hands and try to hold a
straight course.
3. When appropriate, slowly release the
accelerator pedal to gradually slow the
vehicle.
4. Gradually steer the vehicle to a safe
location off the road and away from
traffic if possible.
5. Lightly apply the brake pedal to gradually
stop the vehicle.
6. Turn on the hazard warning flashers
and either contact a roadside emergency
service to change the tire or see
“Changing a flat tire” in the “6. In case
of emergency” section of this Owner’s
Manual.
Off-road recovery
If the right side or left side wheels
unintentionally leave the road surface,
maintain control of the vehicle by following
the procedure below. Please note that this
procedure is only a genera ...
Drinking alcohol/drugs and driving
WARNING
Never drive under the influence of alcohol or
drugs. Alcohol in the bloodstream reduces
coordination, delays reaction time and impairs
judgement. Driving after drinking
alcohol incr ...
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Fog Lamps
Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions.
The fog lamps button is on the exterior lamps control to the left of the steering
column.
► (Fog Lamps): Press the exterior ...
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blow out, especially if the tires are maintained
properly. See Tires .
If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if
there is ever a blo ...
Air bag (Amber)
Illuminates as a bulb check when the ignition is switched on and extinguishes
when the engine is started.
If the lamp illuminates when driving, there is a fault with the air bag system.
Seek qu ...