2006 INFINITI G35 steering

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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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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Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of
computers that monitor and control a
number of systems to optimize perfor-
mance and help service technicians with
diagnosis and repair. Some of the com-
puters monitor emission control systems,
braking systems, engine systems, trans-
mission systems, tire pressure systems,
and air bag systems. Some data about ve-
hicle operation may be stored in the com-
puters for use during servicing. Other
data may be stored if a crash event oc-
curs. For example, vehicle speed, brake
application, steering angle, air bag readi-
ness, air bag performance, and seat belt
use by the driver or passenger may be re-
corded. These types of systems are some-
times called Event Data Recorders. Special equipment can be used to access
the electronic data that may be stored in
the vehicle's computers (sounds are not
recorded). INFINITI and INFINITI dealers
have equipment to access some of this
data; others may also have this equip-
ment. The data may be retrieved during
routine vehicle servicing or for special re-
search. It might also be accessed with the
consent of the vehicle owner or lessee, in
response to a request by law enforce-
ment, or as otherwise required or permit-
ted by law. A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the
best source of service and repair informa-
tion for your vehicle. Filled with wiring
diagrams, illustrations and step-by-step
diagnostic and adjustment procedures,
this manual is the same one used by the
factory trained technicians working at an
INFINITI dealer. Also available are genuine
INFINITI Owner's Manuals, and genuine
INFINITI Service and Owner's Manuals for
older INFINITI models.
In the USA:
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Service Manuals for the
2000 model year and later, contact:
Tweddle Litho Company
1-800-450-9491
www.nissan-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of
genuine INFINITI Service Manuals for the
1999 model year and prior, see an INFINITI
dealer, or contact:
Resolve Corporation
20770 Westwood Road
Strongsville, OH 44136
1-800-247-5321
For current pricing and availability of
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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
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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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Parking
Brake check .............................................. 8-23
Parking brake check .................................. 5-19
Parking brake operation ............................ 5-19
Parking on hills ......................................... 5-19
Parking/parking on hills .................................. 5-24
Personal lights................................................. 2-45
Phone
Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System ...... 4-30
Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-29
Power
Front seat adjustment ................................. 1-2
Power door lock .......................................... 3-3
Power outlet ............................................. 2-29
Power steering fluid .................................. 8-13
Power steering system .............................. 5-25
Power windows ......................................... 2-39
Precautions
All-wheel drive (AWD) driving safety............ 5-6
Audio operation......................................... 4-16
Braking precautions .................................. 5-26
Child restraints .......................................... 1-18
Cruise control ........................................... 5-20
Maintenance ............................................... 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-9
Supplemental restraint system .................. 1-36
When starting and driving ........................... 5-2
Push starting ................................................... 6-10 R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio .............................. 4-29
Steering wheel switch for audio control .... 4-28
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only)................................................... 9-25
Rear active steer (RAS) system......................... 5-29
Rear armrest pocket......................................... 2-37
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock ........ 3-5
Rear power point ............................................. 2-29
Rear seat adjustment ......................................... 1-5
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch.............................................................. 2-20
Recorders, Event data ...................................... 9-26
Registering your vehicle in another country ..... 9-10
Remote keyless entry system
Except Intelligent Key system ...................... 3-5
For Intelligent Key system ......................... 3-20
Reporting safety defects (US only) ................... 9-24
Roadside assistance program ............................ 6-2
Rollover ............................................................. 5-5
Room light....................................................... 2-44
S
Safety
Child seat belts.......................................... 1-12
Reporting safety defects (US only) ............ 9-24
Towing safety ............................................ 9-19
Seat
Belt warning light........................................ 1-9
Belt warning light and chime..................... 2-13 Seat adjustment
Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-2
Rear seat adjustment................................... 1-5
Seat belt(s)
Child safety................................................ 1-12
Infants ....................................................... 1-12
Injured persons .......................................... 1-13
Larger children ........................................... 1-13
Precautions on seat belt usage ................... 1-9
Pregnant women ........................................ 1-13
Pre-tensioner seat belt system .................. 1-50
Seat belt cleaning ....................................... 7-5
Seat belt extenders .................................... 1-17
Seat belt maintenance ............................... 1-17
Seat belts.................................................... 1-9
Seat belt warning light .............................. 2-13
Shoulder belt guide ................................... 1-17
Shoulder belt height adjustment................ 1-16
Small children............................................ 1-12
Three-point type with retractor ................... 1-13
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ................................... 3-34
Heated seats............................................. 2-26
Seats........................................................... 1-2
Secondary trunk lid release ............................. 3-27
Security system, Vehicle security system ......... 2-17
Security systems (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start ....................................... 2-18
Security systems (See vehicle security
system) ............................................................ 2-17
Selector lever, Shift lock release ...................... 5-15
Servicing air conditioner.......................... 4-10, 4-14
Shift lock release, Transmission ....................... 5-15
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Shifting
Automatic transmission ...................... 5-6, 5-12
Manual transmission .......................... 5-7, 5-16
Shoulder belt guide .......................................... 1-17
Shoulder belt height adjustment ...................... 1-16
Side air bag system (See supplemental side
air bag and curtain side-impact air bag
systems) .......................................................... 1-48
SNOW mode switch ......................................... 2-27
Spark plugs ..................................................... 8-19
Speedometer ..................................................... 2-3
Starting
Before starting the engine ......................... 5-10
Jump starting .............................................. 6-8
Precautions when starting and driving ........ 5-2
Push starting............................................. 6-10
Starting the engine .................................... 5-11
Status light, Front passenger air bag ............... 1-44
Steering
Power steering fluid .................................. 8-13
Power steering system .............................. 5-25
Rear active steer (RAS) system .................. 5-29
Steering wheel switch for audio
controls .................................................... 4-28
Tilting steering wheel................................ 3-30
Storage ............................................................ 2-31
Stowing golf bags............................................ 2-39
Sun shade ....................................................... 2-42
Sun visors ....................................................... 3-32
Sunglasses holder ........................................... 2-32
Sunroof ........................................................... 2-42
Automatic sunroof..................................... 2-42
Supplemental air bag warning labels ................ 1-51
Supplemental air bag warning light.......... 1-51, 2-14 Supplemental restraint system ......................... 1-36
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ...................................................... 1-36
Supplemental side and curtain side-impact
air bag systems ............................................... 1-48
Switch
Autolight switch ........................................ 2-22
Fog light switch......................................... 2-25
Hazard warning flasher switch .................. 2-25
Headlight switch........................................ 2-21
Ignition switch (except Intelligent Key
system) ....................................................... 5-6
Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ............................................... 5-6, 5-12
Ignition switch manual transmission
models ............................................... 5-7, 5-16
Power door lock switch ............................... 3-4
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ....................................................... 2-20
Steering wheel switch for audio control .... 4-28
Turn signal switch..................................... 2-24
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
switch ....................................................... 2-28
T
Tachometer........................................................ 2-4
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ............................................ 2-4
Theft (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start ..................................................... 2-18
Three way catalyst ............................................. 5-3
Tilting steering wheel ...................................... 3-30 Tire
Flat tire ....................................................... 6-2
Pressure, Low tire pressure warning
light .......................................................... 2-12
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ..... 5-3
Uniform tire quality grading ...................... 9-23
Tires
Spare tire ................................................. 8-48
Tire and Loading Information label ............ 9-12
Tire chains ................................................ 8-44
Tire dressing ............................................... 7-3
Tire pressure............................................. 8-37
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ................................................. 5-3, 6-2
Tire rotation .............................................. 8-45
Types of tires ............................................ 8-43
Wheel/tire size ........................................... 9-9
Wheels and tires ....................................... 8-37
Top tether strap child restraints ....................... 1-26
Towing
Flat towing ................................................ 9-22
Tow truck towing ....................................... 6-12
Towing a trailer ......................................... 9-18
Towing load/specification chart................. 9-18
Towing safety ............................................ 9-19
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system ............. 5-3
Trailer towing ................................................... 9-18
Transceiver, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver ...................................................... 2-46
Transmission
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)............. 8-13
Driving with automatic transmission ... 5-6, 5-12
Driving with manual transmission ....... 5-7, 5-16
Transmission selector lever lock release .... 5-15
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