8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself Maintenance requirements ............................... 8-2
General maintenance........................................ 8-2
Explanation of general maintenance
items .......................................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions .................................. 8-5
Engine compartment check locations................ 8-7
Engine cooling system ..................................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level..................... 8-8
Changing engine coolant............................. 8-9
Engine oil ....................................................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level........................... 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-11
Automatic transmission fluid........................... 8-13
Power steering fluid ........................................ 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid..................................... 8-14
Brake fluid................................................. 8-14
Clutch fluid ............................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ....................................... 8-15
Battery ............................................................ 8-16
Jump starting ............................................. 8-18
Drive belts ...................................................... 8-19
Spark plugs .................................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ............................... 8-20 Air cleaner...................................................... 8-20
Windshield wiper blades ................................. 8-21
Cleaning .................................................... 8-21
Replacing .................................................. 8-22
Parking brake and brake pedal....................... 8-23
Checking parking brake............................. 8-23
Checking brake pedal................................ 8-23
Brake booster ........................................... 8-24
Fuses .............................................................. 8-25
Engine compartment.................................. 8-25
Passenger compartment ............................ 8-27
Keyfob battery replacement ............................ 8-28
Keyfob (except Intelligent Key) .................. 8-28
Intelligent Key ........................................... 8-29
Lights.............................................................. 8-31
Headlights................................................. 8-33
Exterior and interior lights......................... 8-33
Wheels and tires ............................................ 8-37
Tire pressure ............................................. 8-37
Tire labeling .............................................. 8-41
Types of tires ............................................ 8-43
Tire chains ................................................ 8-44
Changing wheels and tires ........................ 8-45
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1. Fuse/fusible link holder
2. Battery
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (MT models)
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Window washer fluid reservoir
9. Radiator filler cap
10. Drive belts
11. Engine oil dipstick
12. Air cleaner
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LOCATIONS
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Two types of fuses are used. Type
q A
is
used in the fuse boxes in the engine com-
partment. Type
q B
is used in the passen-
ger compartment fuse box.
Type
q A
fuses are provided as spare
fuses. They are stored in the passenger
compartment fuse box.
Type
q A
fuses can be installed in the en-
gine compartment and passenger com-
partment fuse boxes. If a type
q A
fuse is used to replace a type
q B
fuse, the type
q A
fuse will not be level
with the fuse pocket as shown in the il-
lustration. This will not affect the perfor-
mance of the fuse. Make sure the fuse is
installed in the fuse box securely.
Type
q B
fuses cannot be installed in the
underhood fuse boxes. Only use type
q A
fuses in the underhood fuse boxes. ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION Never use a fuse of a higher or lower am-
perage rating than that specified on the fuse
box cover. This could damage the electrical
system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch and head-
light switch are in the OFF position.SDI1751 SDI1752 SDI1392A
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2. Open the engine hood and remove the
cover on the battery and the
fuse/fusible link holder.
3. Remove the fuse/fusible link holder
cover.
4. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller.
The fuse puller is located in the pas-
senger compartment fuse box.
5. If the fuse is open
q A
, replace it with a
new fuse
q B
. Spare fuses are stored in
the passenger compartment fuse box.
6. If a new fuse also opens, have the
electrical system checked and re-
paired by an INFINITI dealer.
Fusible links If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate and fuses are in good condition,
check the fusible links. If any of these
fusible links are melted, replace only with
genuine INFINITI parts. SDI1753
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
CAUTIONNever use a fuse of a higher or lower am-
perage rating than that specified on the fuse
box cover. This could damage the electrical
system or cause a fire.
If any electrical equipment does not oper-
ate, check for an open fuse. 1. Be sure the ignition switch and the
headlight switch are in the OFF posi-
tion.
2. Open the fuse box lid
q 1
.
3. Remove the fuse with the fuse puller
q 2
.
4. If the fuse is open
q A
, replace it with a
new fuse
q B
. Spare fuses
q 3
are
stored in the fuse box.
5. If a new fuse also opens, have the
electrical system checked and re-
paired by an INFINITI dealer. SDI1962 SDI1754
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Floor mat cleaning ............................................. 7-4
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)............. 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ............................... 8-14
Brake fluid ................................................ 8-14
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 9-2
Engine coolant............................................ 8-8
Engine oil .................................................. 8-10
Power steering fluid .................................. 8-13
Window washer fluid ................................. 8-15
FM-AM-SATELLITE radio with compact disc (CD)
changer ........................................................... 4-22
Fog light switch ............................................... 2-25
Front passenger air bag and status light.......... 1-44
Front power seat adjustment .............................. 1-2
Fuel
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 9-2
Fuel economy ............................................ 5-22
Fuel economy information (display) ............ 4-4
Fuel-filler cap ............................................ 3-28
Fuel-filler door .......................................... 3-28
Fuel octane rating ....................................... 9-3
Fuel recommendation.................................. 9-3
Gauge ......................................................... 2-5
Fuses ............................................................... 8-25
Fusible links .................................................... 8-26
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver ...................................................... 2-46
Gas cap ........................................................... 3-28 Gauge................................................................ 2-3
Engine coolant temperature gauge.............. 2-4
Fuel gauge .................................................. 2-5
Odometer.................................................... 2-3
Speedometer .............................................. 2-3
Tachometer ................................................. 2-4
General maintenance ......................................... 8-2
Glove box ........................................................ 2-35
Glove box (upper) ............................................ 2-35
Glove box lock ................................................. 2-35
Golf bag stowing ............................................. 2-39
H
Hands-Free Phone System, Bluetooth ............ 4-30
Hazard warning flasher switch ......................... 2-25
Head restraints .................................................. 1-8
Headlights
Bulb replacement...................................... 8-33
Headlight switch........................................ 2-21
Xenon headlights ...................................... 2-21
Heated seats ................................................... 2-26
Heater
Engine block heater .................................. 5-32
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ...... 4-10
HomeLink Universal Transceiver .................... 2-46
Hood release ................................................... 3-24
Hook, Coat hook.............................................. 2-38
Horn ................................................................ 2-26
How to stop alarm, Vehicle security ................. 2-18 I
Ignition switch
(except Intelligent Key system) ................... 5-6
Automatic transmission models .......... 5-6, 5-12
Key positions .............................................. 5-8
Manual transmission models .............. 5-7, 5-16
Immobilizer system .......................................... 2-18
In-cabin microfilter ........................................... 4-13
Indicator lights ................................................. 2-14
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System
Engine start ........................................ 5-8, 5-10
Inside
Automatic anti-glare mirror ....................... 3-32
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ................... 9-25
Instrument brightness control .......................... 2-24
Instrument panel ............................................... 2-2
Instrument pocket ............................................ 2-31
Intelligent Key system
Engine starting .......................................... 3-14
Key operating range .................................. 3-16
Key operation............................................. 3-11
Mechanical key and valet key ................... 3-23
Operating the engine................................. 3-14
Remote keyless operation ......................... 3-20
Trouble-shooting guide .............................. 3-19
Warning light............................................. 2-12
Warning signals ......................................... 3-17
Intelligent Key warning light............................. 2-12
Interior light replacement ................................ 8-33
Interior lights .................................................. 2-44
Interior trunk lid release .................................. 3-27
ISOFIX child restraint........................................ 1-25
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