2006 INFINITI G35 fuel

performance problems and/or fuel system
damage.
O The fuel must be unleaded and have an
octane rating no lower than that recom-
mended for unleaded gasoline.
O If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a
methanol blend, is used, it should con-
tain no more than 10% oxygenate.
(MTBE may, however, be added up to
15%.)
O If a methanol blend is used, it should
contain no more than 5% methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It
should also contain a suitable amount
of appropriate cosolvents and corro-
sion inhibitors. If not properly formu-
lated with appropriate cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors, such methanol
blends may cause fuel system damage
and/or vehicle performance problems.
At this time, sufficient data is not avail-
able to ensure that all methanol blends
are suitable for use in INFINITI vehicles.
If any driveability problems such as en-
gine stalling and hard hot starting are ex-
perienced after using oxygenate-blend fu-
els, immediately change to a non-
oxygenate fuel or a fuel with a low blend
of MTBE. Take care not to spill gasoline during refu-
eling. Gasoline containing oxygenates can
cause paint damage.
E-85 fuel E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately
85% fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gaso-
line. E-85 can only be used in a Flexible
Fuel Vehicle (FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in
your vehicle. U.S. government regulations
require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to
be identified by a small, square, orange
and black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percentage for
that region.
Aftermarket fuel additives INFINITI does not recommend the use of
any aftermarket fuel additives (i.e. fuel in-
jector cleaner, octane booster, intake
valve deposit removers, etc.) which are
sold commercially. Many of these addi-
tives intended for gum, varnish or deposit
removal may contain active solvent or
similar ingredients that can be harmful to
the fuel system and engine.
Octane rating tips Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended can cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark
knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If se-
vere, this can lead to engine damage. If
you detect a persistent heavy spark knock
even when using gasoline of the stated oc-
tane rating, or if you hear steady spark
knock while holding a steady speed on
level roads, have your dealer correct the
condition. Failure to correct the condition
is misuse of the vehicle, for which INFINITI
is not responsible.
Incorrect ignition timing will result in
knocking, after-run or overheating. This in
turn may cause excessive fuel consump-
tion or damage to the engine. If any of the
above symptoms are encountered, have
your vehicle checked at an INFINITI dealer
or other competent service facility.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while ac-
celerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance.
See ªCapacities and recommended
fuel/lubricantsº earlier in this section.
INFINITI recommends the use of an energy
conserving oil in order to improve fuel
economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the
American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi- cation or International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee
(ILSAC) certification and SAE viscosity
standard. These oils have the API certifi-
cation mark on the front of the container.
Oils which do not have the specified
quality label should not be used as they
could cause engine damage. 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 fol-
lowed.
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 important that the engine oil vis-
cosity be selected based on the tempera-
tures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. The rec-
ommended SAE viscosity number chart
shows the recommended oil viscosities
for the expected ambient temperatures.
Choosing an oil viscosity other than that
recommended could cause serious engine
damage. STI0367
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When planning to travel in another
country, you should first find out if the
fuel available is suitable for your vehicle's
engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating
may cause engine damage. All gasoline
vehicles must be operated with unleaded
engine gasoline. Therefore, avoid taking
your vehicle to areas where appropriate
fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify
the vehicle to meet local laws and regula-
tions.
The laws and regulations for motor ve-
hicle emission control and safety stan-
dards vary according to the country,
state, province or district; therefore, ve-
hicle specifications may differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into an-
other country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, trans-
portation, and registration are the respon-
sibility of the user. INFINITI is not respon-
sible for any inconvenience that may re-
sult. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) PLATE The vehicle identification number plate is
attached as shown. This number is the
identification for your vehicle and is used
in the vehicle registration.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(Chassis number) The number is stamped as shown. STI0038 STI0302
WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING YOUR
VEHICLE IN ANOTHER COUNTRY VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
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O Trailer towing requires more fuel than
normal circumstances.
O Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500
miles (800 km).
O Have your vehicle serviced more often
than at intervals specified in the rec-
ommended maintenance schedule in
the INFINITI Service and Maintenance
Guide.
O When making a turn, your trailer
wheels will be closer to the inside of
the turn than your vehicle wheels. To
compensate for this, make a larger
than normal turning radius during the
turn.
O Crosswinds and rough roads will ad-
versely affect vehicle/trailer handling,
possibly causing vehicle sway. When
being passed by larger vehicles, be
prepared for possible changes in
crosswinds that could affect vehicle
handling. If swaying does occur, firmly
grip the steering wheel, steer straight
ahead, and immediately (but gradu-
ally) reduce vehicle speed. This combi-
nation will help stabilize the vehicle.
Never increase speed. O Be careful when passing other vehicles.
Passing while towing a trailer requires
considerably more distance than normal
passing. Remember the length of the
trailer must also pass the other vehicle
before you can safely change lanes.
O To maintain engine braking efficiency
and electrical charging performance,
do not use sixth gear (manual trans-
mission) or fifth position (automatic
transmission).
O Avoid holding the brake pedal down
too long or too frequently. This could
cause the brakes to overheat, re-
sulting in reduced braking efficiency.
O Increase your following distance to al-
low for greater stopping distances
while towing a trailer. Anticipate stops
and brake gradually.
O Do not use cruise control while towing
a trailer.
O Check your hitch, trailer wiring har-
ness connections, and trailer wheel
lug nuts after 50 miles (80 km) of
travel and at every break.
O When stopped in traffic for long pe-
riods of time in hot weather, put the
vehicle in the P (Park) position. When towing a trailer, transmission
oil/fluid should be changed more fre-
quently.
For additional information, see the ª8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section
earlier in this manual.
FLAT TOWING Towing your vehicle with all four wheels
on the ground is sometimes called flat
towing. This method is sometimes used
when towing a vehicle behind a recre-
ational vehicle, such as a motor home.
CAUTION O Failure to follow these guidelines can re-
sult in severe transmission damage.
O Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al-
ways tow forward, never backward.
O DO NOT tow any automatic transmission
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground (flat towing). Doing so WILL
DAMAGE internal transmission parts due
to lack of transmission lubrication.
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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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Installation on rear seat outboard or
center positions ........................................ 1-20
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-18
Top tether strap anchor point locations ..... 1-27
Child safety ...................................................... 1-12
Child safety rear door lock................................. 3-5
Chimes
Audible reminders ..................................... 2-16
Seat belt warning light and chime ............. 2-13
Cigarette lighter and ashtray ........................... 2-30
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ............................. 8-26
Cleaning exterior and interior ..................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock ............................................................... 2-29
Clutch fluid ...................................................... 8-14
Coat hook ........................................................ 2-38
Cold weather driving........................................ 5-30
Command (See Bluetooth
Hands-Free Phone
System) ........................................................... 4-36
Compact Disc (CD) changer operation .............. 4-25
Compass display ............................................... 2-6
Console box .................................................... 2-36
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ............................................................. 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with
navigation system)...................................... 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic) ................................................ 4-10
Steering wheel audio controls .................. 4-28
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-9
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-8 Corrosion protection .......................................... 7-5
Cruise control .................................................. 5-20
Cup holder....................................................... 2-32
Curtain side-impact air bag system (See
supplemental side air bag and curtain
side-impact air bag systems) ........................... 1-48
D
Daytime running light system .......................... 2-24
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch .................................... 2-20
Dimensions and weights ................................... 9-9
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system ..................................... 4-2
Door open warning light ................................... 2-11
Door Pockets .................................................... 2-31
Drive belts ....................................................... 8-19
Drive positioner, Automatic.............................. 3-34
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) safety precautions .... 5-6
Cold weather driving ................................. 5-30
Driving with automatic transmission ... 5-6, 5-12
Driving with manual transmission ....... 5-7, 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
E
Economy, Fuel.................................................. 5-22
Emission control information label ................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ................... 9-24
Engine
Before starting the engine ......................... 5-10
Break-in schedule ..................................... 5-22 Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................ 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter.................... 8-11
Checking engine coolant level .................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level .......................... 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge......................... 2-4
Engine block heater .................................. 5-32
Engine compartment check locations .......... 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................ 8-8
Engine oil .................................................. 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation..... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ..................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ................................. 9-11
Engine specifications .................................. 9-8
If your vehicle overheats ............................ 6-11
Starting the engine .................................... 5-11
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ........................................................ 3-34
Event data recorders........................................ 9-26
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ......................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........... 9-11
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter .......................... 8-20
Changing engine oil and filter.................... 8-11
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch) ............................................................. 2-25
Flat tire.............................................................. 6-2
Flat tire, Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ............................................................... 5-3
Flat towing....................................................... 9-22
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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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J
Jump starting .................................................... 6-8
K
Keyless entry
With Intelligent Key system (See
Intelligent Key system).............................. 3-20
Without Intelligent Key system (See remote
keyless entry system).................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................. 3-2
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ............................... 1-51
Air conditioner specification label ............. 9-13
Emission control information label ............ 9-12
Engine serial number ................................. 9-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..... 9-11
Tire and Loading Information label ............ 9-12
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ........... 9-10
LATCH (Lower Anthors and Tethers for
CHildren) system .............................................. 1-25
License plate, Installing front license plate ...... 9-13
Light
Air bag warning light.................................. 1-51
Bulb replacement ...................................... 8-31
Fog light switch......................................... 2-25
Headlight switch........................................ 2-21
Headlights Bulb replacement .................... 8-33
Interior lights ............................................ 2-44 Map lights ................................................ 2-44
Personal lights .......................................... 2-45
Replacement.............................................. 8-31
Room light ................................................ 2-44
Trunk light ................................................ 2-46
Vanity mirror light..................................... 2-46
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ........................................... 2-9, 2-14
Xenon headlights ...................................... 2-21
Lights, Exterior and interior light
replacement..................................................... 8-33
Loading information (See vehicle loading
information) ..................................................... 9-14
Lock
Door locks .................................................. 3-3
Glove box lock .......................................... 2-35
Power door lock .......................................... 3-3
Trunk lid ................................................... 3-25
Low fuel warning light ...................................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ........................ 2-12
M
Maintenance
Battery ...................................................... 8-16
General maintenance .................................. 8-2
Inside the vehicle ....................................... 8-4
Maintenance information (display) .............. 4-5
Maintenance precautions ............................ 8-5
Maintenance requirements.......................... 8-2
Outside the vehicle ..................................... 8-3
Seat belt maintenance ............................... 1-17
Under the hood and vehicle ....................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ...................... 2-15 Map lights ....................................................... 2-44
Mechanical key (for Intelligent Key system) ..... 3-23
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner .... 3-35
Meters and gauges ............................................ 2-3
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control ............................................................. 2-24
Mirror
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror ............. 3-32
Outside mirror control ............................... 3-33
Outside mirrors ......................................... 3-33
N
New vehicle break-in........................................ 5-22
O
Odometer .......................................................... 2-3
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter.................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level .......................... 8-10
Engine oil .................................................. 8-10
Engine oil viscosity ..................................... 9-5
Operating the engine (Intelligent Key
system) ............................................................ 3-14
Outside mirror control ..................................... 3-33
Outside mirrors................................................ 3-33
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats................... 6-11
Owner's Manual/Service Manual order
information ...................................................... 9-26
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