Roadside Assistance

Jump Starting

To start the hybrid system with a booster battery, the instructions and precautions below must be followed.





Jump starting provides power to the 12V system to allow the electrical systems to operate. The electrical systems must be operating to allow the Li-ion battery to be charged. Jump starting does not charge the Li-ion battery.




Discharged 12V battery may cause the following issues:

- The instrument cluster cannot be displayed while the ignition switch is turned ON. (The hybrid system cannot start)
- Headlamps, horn, etc. are weak.







NOTE:

Jumper cable connections under the hood of the M35 HYBRID are not connected directly to a battery. They are connected to chassis ground and a fuse box terminal. Refer to the following instructions and the above illustration.

1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle (A), position the two vehicles (A and B) to bring the 12V battery and fuse box into close proximity to each other.

DO NOT allow the two vehicles to touch.

2. Apply the parking brake. Move the selector lever to the P (Park) position. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.)

3. Remove fuse box cover on the M35 HYBRID and connect jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated 1-2-3-4

For models with a steering wheel lock mechanism:

If the 12V battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and cannot be turned. Supply power using jumper cables before pushing the ignition switch and disengaging the steering lock.





4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle (A) and let it run for a few minutes.

5. Start the hybrid system of the vehicle being jump started (B).

6. After starting the hybrid system, carefully disconnect the negative cable and then the positive cable 1-2-3-4.

7. Reinstall the fuse box cover.


NOTE:

If it is not possible to turn the hybrid system ON by following this procedure, contact an INFINITI retailer immediately.

Towing Guidelines






INFINITI strongly recommends that M35 HYBRID be towed wit the driving wheels off the ground or that the vehicle be placed on a flatbed truck.





Perform vehicle towing by holding up drive (rear) wheels or on flatbed in order to prevent secondary damage from voltage generated by the motor (built into the transmission). In addition, push the ignition switch OFF when towing the vehicle. Refer to the following illustration.