2003 INFINITI G35 oil change

Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva-
lent
Make sure that the ! side faces the
bottom case.
3. Close the lid securely.
4. Push the keyfob button two or three times
to check its operation.
See your INFINITI retailer if you need any
assistance for replacement.
If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 4
above.
O Be careful not to touch the circuit board
and the battery terminal.
O An improperly disposed battery can
harm the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
O The keyfob is water-resistant; however,
if it gets wet, immediately wipe it com-
pletely dry.
O When changing batteries, do not let dust
or oil get on the keyfob.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer compliance could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND
FILTER Change the engine oil and filter according to
the maintenance intervals shown in the ª9.
Maintenanceº section.
Vehicle set-up 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating
temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10
minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a suit-
able floor jack and safety jack stands.
O Place the safety jack stands under the
vehicle jack-up points.
O A suitable adapter should be attached to
the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the plastic engine undercover.
a. Remove the small plastic clip at the center
point of the undercover.
b. Then remove the other bolts that hold the
undercover in place. CAUTION Make sure the correct lifting and support
points are used to avoid vehicle dam-
age.
Engine oil and filter 1. Place a large drain pan under the drain
plug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug with a wrench and
completely drain the oil.
CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
O Waste oil must be disposed of properly. SDI1520
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Make sure that the ! side faces the
bottom case.
3. Close the lid securely.
4. Push the keyfob button two or three times
to check its operation.
See your INFINITI retailer if you need any
assistance for replacement.
If the battery is removed for any reason
other than replacement, perform step 4
above.
O Be careful not to touch the circuit board
and the battery terminal.
O An improperly disposed battery can
harm the environment. Always confirm
local regulations for battery disposal.
O The keyfob is water-resistant; however,
if it gets wet, immediately wipe it com-
pletely dry.
O When changing batteries, do not let dust
or oil get on the keyfob.
FCC Notice:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer compliance
could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any inter-
ference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
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Schedule 1 Abbreviations: R = Replace, I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first. Miles x 1,000 3.75 7.5 11.25 15 18.75 22.5 26.25 30 33.75 37.5 41.25 45 48.75 52.5 56.25 60
(km x 1,000) (6) (12) (18) (24) (30) (36) (42) (48) (54) (60) (66) (72) (78) (84) (90) (96)
Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 48
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Brake lines & cables IIII
Brake pads & rotors IIIIIIII
Manual transmission gear oil or automatic trans-
mission fluid & differential gear oil See NOTE (1) IIII
Steering gear & linkage, axle & suspension parts IIIIIIII
Tire rotation See NOTE (2)
Exhaust system IIIIIIII
In-cabin microfilter RRRR
NOTE: (1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
or 24 months. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan ATF Matic Fluid J will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to ªTire rotationº under the ªGeneral maintenanceº heading earlier in this section.
Maintenance
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the ª8. Do-it-yourselfº section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended
specificationsUS
measure Imp
measure Liter
Fuel 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 76 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (RON 96)*1
Engine oil*7
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5 qt 4-1/8 qt 4.7 O API Certification Mark*2, *3
O API grade SG/SH, Energy Conservin gI&IIorAPI grade SJ or SL, Energy
Conserving*2, *3
O ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II, GF-III*2, *3Without oil filter change 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
Cooling system Sedan AT 9 qt 7-1/2 qt 8.5
With reservoir Coupe, Sedan MT 9-1/4 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.7
Genuine NISSAN anti-freeze coolant or equivalent
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/5 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid Ð Ð Ð Genuine Nissan ATF Matic Fluid J*4
Manual transmission gear oil Ð Ð Ð API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil Ð Ð Ð API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*5
Power steering fluid
Refill to the proper oil level according to the instruc-
tions in the ª8. Do-it-yourselfº section. Genuine Nissan PSFII or equivalent*9
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine Nissan Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3 (U.S. FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease Ð Ð Ð NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant Ð Ð Ð HFC-134a (R-134a)*8
Air conditioning system lubricants Ð Ð Ð Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
*1: For additional information, see later in this section for fuel recommendation.
*2: For additional information, see later in this section for engine oil and oil filter recommendation.
*3: For additional information, see later in this section for recommended SAE viscosity number.
*4: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine Nissan ATF Matic Fluid J will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and
may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures always above 0ÉC (32ÉF).
*6: Available in mainland US through your INFINITI retailer.
*7: For additional information, see ªEngine oilº in the ª8. Do-it-yourselfº section for changing engine oil.
*8: For additional information, see ªVehicle identificationº in this section for air conditioner specification label.
*9: Genuine Nissan PSF, Canada Nissan Automatic Transmission fluid, Dexron TM
III/Mercon TM
or equivalent ATF may also be used.CAPACITIES AND
RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS/FLUIDS
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct quality, and
viscosity oil to ensure satisfactory engine life
and performance. INFINITI recommends the
use of a low friction oil (energy conserving oil)
in order to improve fuel economy and con-
serve energy. Oils which do not have the
specified quality label should not be used as
they could cause engine damage.
Only those engine oils with the American Pe-
troleum Institute (API) certification mark on the front of the container should be used. This type
of oil supersedes the existing API SG, SH, or
SJ and Energy Conservin gI&II categories.
If you cannot find engine oil with the API
certification mark, use an API grade SG/SH,
Energy Conservin gI&IIorAPI grade SJ or
SL, Energy conserving oil. An oil with a single
designation SG or SH, or in combination with
other categories (for example, SG/CC or
SG/CD) may also be used if one with the API
certification mark cannot be found. An ILSAC
grade GF-I, GF-II, GF-III oil can also be used.
INFINITI recommends mineral based oils.
These oils must however, meet the API quality and SAE viscosity ratings specified for your
vehicle.
Oil additives INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.
Oil viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is impor-
tant that the engine oil viscosity be selected
based on the temperatures at which the ve-
hicle will be operated before the next oil
change. The recommended SAE viscosity
number chart shows the recommended oil
viscosities for the expected ambient tempera-
tures. Choosing an oil viscosity other than that
recommended could cause serious engine
damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replac-
ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent
for the reason described in change intervals.STI0293
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Change intervals The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than
the specified quality, or oil and filter change
intervals longer than recommended could re-
duce engine life. Damage to engines caused
by improper maintenance or use of incorrect
oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the new INFINITI vehicle warran-
ties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have to
change the oil before the first recommended
change interval. Oil and filter change intervals
depend upon how you use your vehicle. Op-
eration under the following conditions may
require more frequent oil and filter changes.
O repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures,
O driving in dusty conditions,
O extensive idling,
O towing a trailer,
O stop and go ªrush hourº traffic.
O aggressive driving RECOMMENDED SAE VISCOSITY
NUMBER
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all
ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30,
10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the
ambient temperature is above 0ÉF (þ18ÉC). AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS The air conditioning system in this INFINITI
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S or the exact
equivalents.
CAUTION The use of any other refrigerant or lubri-
cant will cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require the
replacement of all air conditioner sys-
tem components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
INFINITI vehicle will not harm the earth's
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does not
affect the earth's atmosphere, certain govern-
mental regulations require the recovery and
recycling of any refrigerant during automotive
air conditioning system service. Your INFINITI
retailer has the trained technicians and equip-
ment needed to recover and recycle your air
conditioning system refrigerant.
Contact your INFINITI retailer when servicing
your air conditioning system. TI1028-C
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the brakes to overheat, resulting in reduced
braking efficiency. Shift down and use en-
gine braking.
When towing a trailer, change transmission
oil more frequently.
See ªPeriodic maintenance schedulesº in
the ª9. Maintenanceº section. Shift down
and use engine braking. DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must conform
to federal safety requirements in addition to
these grades.
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
Treadwear Treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on tire wear rate when tested under
controlled conditions on specified government
test courses. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and a half (1-1/2) times as well
on the government course as a tire graded
100. However, relative tire performance de-
pends on actual driving conditions, and may
vary significantly from the norm due to varia-
tions in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction AA, A, B and C The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent
the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING The traction grade assigned to your ve-
hicle tires is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not in-
clude acceleration, cornering, hydro-
planing, or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature A, B and C Temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C. They represent a tire's resistance to
heat build-up, and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sus-
tained high temperature can cause tire mate-
rial to degenerate, reducing tire life. Excessive
temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a performance level
which all passenger car tires must meet under
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades A and B represent higher levels of
performance on laboratory test wheels than
the minimum required by law.UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY
GRADING
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