2006 INFINITI G35 brake light

CAUTIONO Do not overfill.
O Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent. For additional brake fluid specification in-
formation, refer to ªCapacities and recom-
mended fuel/lubricantsº in the ª9. Tech-
nical and consumer informationº section.
WARNING Use only new fluid. Old, inferior, or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake system.
Do not add synthetic brake fluid. The use of
improper fluids can damage the brake
system and affect the vehicle's stopping
ability.
CAUTION Do not spill the fluid on any painted sur-
faces. This will damage the paint. If fluid is
spilled, immediately wash the surface with
water.
BRAKE FLUID Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If
the fluid is below the MIN line
q 2
or the
brake warning light comes on, add Genu-
ine Nissan Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to the MAX
line
q 1
. If fluid must be added frequently,
the system should be thoroughly checked
by an INFINITI dealer. SDI1923
BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
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CLUTCH FLUID Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If
the fluid level is below the MIN line
q 2
,
add Genuine Nissan Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 fluid up to
the MAX line
q 1
.
If fluid is added frequently, the system
should be thoroughly checked by an
INFINITI dealer. WARNING Use only new fluid from a sealed container.
Old, inferior or contaminated fluid may dam-
age the clutch system.
CAUTION Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces.
This will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled,
wash the surface with water.
Add fluid when the low washer fluid
warning light comes on. Pull up the cap
and add a washer solvent to the water for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add
a windshield washer antifreeze. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions for the
mixture ratio.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.SDI1906A SDI1388B
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
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Self-adjusting brakes Your vehicle is equipped with self-
adjusting brakes.
The disc-type brakes self-adjust every
time the brake pedal is applied.
WARNINGSee an INFINITI dealer for a brake system
check if the brake pedal height does not re-
turn to normal.
Brake pad wear indicators The disc brake pads on your vehicle have
audible wear indicators. When a brake pad
requires replacement, it will make a high
pitched scraping or screeching sound when
the vehicle is in motion whether or not the
brake pedal is depressed. Have the brakes
checked as soon as possible if the wear in-
dicator sound is heard.
Under some driving or climate conditions,
occasional brake squeak, squeal or other
noise may be heard. Occasional brake
noise during light to moderate stops is
normal and does not affect the function or
performance of the brake system. Proper brake inspection intervals should
be followed. For additional information,
see the appropriate maintenance log
shown in the INFINITI Service and Mainte-
nance Guide.
High performance sports brake pads oc-
casionally make squeaks, squeals or
other braking noises because of their very
high friction coefficient.
These occasional brake noises are
normal, but if they continue, see an
INFINITI dealer.
BRAKE BOOSTER Check the brake booster function as fol-
lows:
1. With the engine off, press and release
the brake pedal several times. When
brake pedal movement (distance of
travel) remains the same from one
pedal application to the next, continue
on to the next step.
2. While depressing the brake pedal,
start the engine. The pedal height
should drop a little. 3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop
the engine. Keeping the pedal de-
pressed for about 30 seconds, the
pedal height should not change.
4. Run the engine for one minute without
depressing the brake pedal, then turn
it off. Depress the brake pedal several
times. The pedal travel distance will
decrease gradually with each depres-
sion as the vacuum is released from
the booster.
If the brakes do not operate properly, see
an INFINITI dealer.
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tionsº in the ª9. Technical and consumer
informationº section for recommended
types and sizes of tires and wheels.
WARNINGO The use of tires other than those recom-
mended or the mixed use of tires of dif-
ferent brands, construction (bias, bias-
belted or radial), or tread patterns can ad-
versely affect the ride, braking, handling,
ground clearance, body-to-tire clearance,
tire chain clearance, speedometer calibra-
tion, headlight aim and bumper height.
Some of these effects may lead to accidents
and could result in serious personal injury.
O If the wheels are changed for any reason,
always replace with wheels which have
the same off-set dimension. Wheels of a
different off-set could cause premature
tire wear, degrade vehicle handling char-
acteristics and/or interference with the
brake discs. Such interference can lead
to decreased braking efficiency and/or
early brake pad wear.
O When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel
is replaced, tire pressure will not be indi-
cated, the TPMS will not function and the low tire pressure warning light will flash.
Contact your INFINITI dealer as soon as
possible for tire replacement and/or sys-
tem resetting.
O Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the
proper operation of the TPMS.
O Do not install a deformed wheel or tire
even if it has been repaired. Such wheels
or tires could have structural damage
and could malfunction without warning.
O The use of retread tires is not recom-
mended.
O For additional information regarding tires,
refer to ªImportant Tire Safety Informationº
(US) or ªTire Safety Informationº (Canada)
in the Warranty Information Booklet.
CAUTION Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-
dial), and tread pattern on all four wheels.
Failure to do so may result in a circumference difference between tires on the front and
rear axles which will cause excessive tire
wear and may damage the transmission,
transfer case and differential gears (AWD
models).
Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle han-
dling and tire life. Even with regular use,
wheels can get out of balance. Therefore,
they should be balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be per-
formed with the wheels off the vehicle.
Spin balancing the wheels on the vehicle
could lead to transmission damage.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to ªImportant Tire Safety Informa-
tionº (US) or ªTire Safety Informationº
(Canada) in the INFINITI Warranty Informa-
tion Booklet.
Care of wheels O Wash the wheels when washing the
vehicle to maintain their appearance.
O Clean the inner side of the wheels
when the wheel is changed or the un-
derside of the vehicle is washed.
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure in-
structed in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section to determine the proper refill capacity. Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended
specificationsUS
measure Imp
measure Liter
Fuel*1 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 76
Engine oil (Drain and refill)*8
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
With reservoir 9-1/4 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.7
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/5 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid Ð Ð Ð Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*4
Manual transmission gear oil Ð Ð Ð Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85 or 75W-90
Differential gear oil Ð Ð Ð API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90*5
Transfer fluid Ð Ð Ð Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or CANADA NISSAN Automatic Trans-
mission Fluid*6
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper fluid level according to the in-
structions in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº
section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*10
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*7 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease Ð Ð Ð NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant Ð Ð Ð HFC-134a (R-134a)*9
Air conditioning system lubricants Ð Ð Ð NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Windshield washer fluid Ð Ð Ð Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For additional information, see ªFuel recommendationº later in this section.
*2: For additional information, see ªEngine oil and oil filter recommendationº later in this section.
*3: For additional information, see ªRecommended SAE viscosity numberº later in this section.
*4: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF 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 32ÉF (0ÉC).
*6: DEXRON TM
III/MERCON TM
or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact an INFINITI dealer for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended
brand(s) of DEXRON TM
III/MERCON TM
automatic transmission fluid.
*7: Available in mainland US through an INFINITI dealer.
*8: For additional information, see ªEngine oilº in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section for changing engine oil.
*9: For additional information, see ªVehicle identificationº later in this section for air conditioner specification label.
*10: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON TM
III/MERCON TM
or equivalent ATF may also be used.CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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CAUTIONO Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
O The hitch should not be attached to or af-
fect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
O Do not modify the vehicle exhaust
system, brake system, etc. to install a
trailer hitch.
O To reduce the possibility of additional
damage if your vehicle is struck from the
rear, where practical, remove the hitch
and/or receiver when not in use.
O After the hitch is removed, seal the bolt
holes to prevent exhaust fumes, water or
dust from entering the passenger com-
partment.
O Regularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely mounted. Tire pressures
O When towing a trailer, inflate the ve-
hicle tires to the recommended cold
tire pressure indicated on the Tire
and Loading Information label.
O Trailer tire condition, size, load
rating and proper inflation pressure
should be in accordance with the
trailer and tire manufacturers' speci-
fications.
Safety chains Always use a suitable chains between
your vehicle and the trailer. The safety
chains should be crossed and should be
attached to the hitch, not to the vehicle
bumper or axle. Be sure to leave enough
slack in the chains to permit turning cor-
ners.
Trailer lights
CAUTION When splicing into the vehicle electrical sys-
tem, a commercially available power-type module/converter must be used to provide
power for all trailer lighting. This unit uses
the vehicle battery as a direct power source
for all trailer lights while using the vehicle
tail light, stoplight and turn signal circuits
as a signal source. The module/converter
must draw no more than 15 milliamps from
the stop and tail lamp circuits. Using a
module/converter that exceeds these power
requirements may damage the vehicle's
electrical system. See a reputable trailer
dealer to obtain the proper equipment and to
have it installed.
Trailer lights should comply with federal
and/or local regulations. For assistance in
hooking up trailer lights, contact an
INFINITI dealer or reputable trailer dealer.
Trailer brakes If your trailer is equipped with a braking
system, make sure it conforms to federal
and/or local regulations and that it is
properly installed.
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WARNINGNever connect a trailer brake system directly
to the vehicle brake system.
Pre-towing tips O Be certain your vehicle maintains a
level position when a loaded and/or
unloaded trailer is hitched. Do not
drive the vehicle if it has an abnormal
nose-up or nose-down condition;
check for improper tongue load, over-
load, worn suspension or other pos-
sible causes of either condition.
O Always secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shifts while driving.
O Load the trailer so approximately 60%
of the trailer load is in the front half
and 40% is in the back half.
O Check your hitch, trailer tire pressure,
vehicle tire pressure, trailer light op-
eration, and trailer wheel lug nuts
every time you attach a trailer to the
vehicle.
O Be certain your rear view mirrors con-
form to all federal, state or local regula- tions. If not, install any mirrors required
for towing before driving the vehicle.
Trailer towing tips In order to gain skill and an under-
standing of the vehicle's behavior, you
should practice turning, stopping and
backing up in an area which is free from
traffic. Steering stability, and braking per-
formance will be somewhat different than
under normal driving conditions.
O Always secure items in the trailer to
prevent load shift while driving.
O Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or
stops.
O Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
O Always drive your vehicle at a mod-
erate speed. Some states or provinces
have specific speed limits for vehicles
that are towing trailers. Obey the local
speed limits.
O When backing up, hold the bottom of
the steering wheel with one hand.
Move your hand in the direction in
which you want the trailer to go. Make
small corrections and back up slowly.
If possible, have someone guide you
when you are backing up. O Always block the wheels on both vehicle
and trailer when parking. Parking on a
slope is not recommended; however, if
you must do so, and if your vehicle is
equipped with automatic transmission,
first apply the parking brake and block
the wheels, and then move the transmis-
sion selector lever into the P (Park) posi-
tion. If you move the selector lever to
the P (Park) position before applying the
parking brake and blocking the wheels,
transmission damage could occur.
O When going down a hill, shift into a
lower gear and use the engine braking
effect. When going up a long grade,
downshift the transmission to a lower
gear and reduce speed to reduce
chances of engine overloading and/or
overheating.
However, for long steep grades, do
not stay in 1st or 2nd gear when
driving above 35 MPH (56 km/h).
O If the engine coolant rises to an ex-
tremely high temperature when the air
conditioning system is on, turn off the
air conditioner. Coolant heat can be
additionally vented by opening the
windows, switching the fan control to
high and setting the temperature con-
trol to the HOT position.
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10 Index A
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ........................... 5-26
Advanced air bag system ................................. 1-42
Air bag system
Front (See INFINITI advanced air bag
system) ..................................................... 1-42
Side and curtain (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
systems) ................................................... 1-48
Front passenger air bag and status light ... 1-44
Air bag warning labels ...................................... 1-51
Air bag warning light ................................ 1-51, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-20
Air conditioner
Air conditioner operation........................... 4-10
Air conditioner service ...................... 4-10, 4-14
Air conditioner specification label ............. 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant
and lubricant recommendations ......... 4-14, 9-7
Ambient temperature ................................. 4-13
Heater and air conditioner (automatic) ...... 4-10
In-cabin microfilter .................................... 4-13
Alcohol, drugs and driving ................................. 5-5
All-wheel drive (AWD)....................................... 5-23
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light ................... 2-9
Anchor point locations
Top tether strap......................................... 1-27
Antenna ........................................................... 4-29 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......................... 5-26
Anti-lock brake warning light ........................... 2-10
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care............................. 7-2
Interior appearance care ............................. 7-4
Armrest
Rear armrest pocket .................................. 2-37
Ashtray (See cigarette lighter and ashtray) ...... 2-30
Audible reminders ............................................ 2-16
Audio operation precautions ............................ 4-16
Audio system ................................................... 4-14
Steering wheel switch for audio control .... 4-28
Autochanger
Compact Disc (CD) .................................... 4-25
Autolight system.............................................. 2-22
Automatic
Anti-glare inside mirror ............................. 3-32
Automatic adjusting function ..................... 2-41
Automatic sunroof..................................... 2-42
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)............. 8-13
Drive positioner ........................................ 3-34
Driving with automatic transmission ... 5-6, 5-12
Avoiding collision and rollover ........................... 5-5
B
Battery ............................................................. 8-16
Battery saver system................................. 2-23
Before starting the engine................................ 5-10 Belts (See drive belts) ...................................... 8-19
Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System ............. 4-30
Booster seats ................................................... 1-31
Brake
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) .................... 5-26
Brake and clutch fluid ............................... 8-14
Brake booster ........................................... 8-24
Brake fluid ................................................ 8-14
Brake pedal .............................................. 8-23
Brake pedal check .................................... 8-23
Brake system ............................................ 5-26
Parking brake check ......................... 5-19, 8-23
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-19
Warning light ............................................ 2-10
Break-in schedule ............................................ 5-22
Brightness control, Instrument panel ............... 2-24
Bulb check/instrument panel............................. 2-9
Bulb replacement ............................................. 8-31
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ..................................... 4-29
Card holder ..................................................... 2-38
CD care and cleaning ....................................... 4-27
Child restraints ................................................. 1-18
Booster seats ............................................. 1-31
Installation on front passenger seat .......... 1-28
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