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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
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H/AIM - Wiring diagram ...................................... LT-66
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................... LT-9
Handling precautions for plastics ..................... BL-187
Harness connector ............................................ PG-68
Harness layout .................................................. PG-41
Hazard warning lamp ......................................... LT-80
Headlamp ............................................................. LT-5
Headlamp aiming control ................................... LT-66
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp aiming control . LT-
66
Headlamp removal and installation .................... LT-31
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) .... EC-253, EC-264,
EC-277
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) .... EC-253, EC-264,
EC-277
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 1) ........ EC-163
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 2) ........ EC-163
Heated seat ....................................................... SE-84
Heater and cooling unit (Heater core) . ATC-153, ATC-
156
Heater unit (heater core) ............... ATC-153, ATC-156
Height (Dimensions) ........................................... GI-50
HFC134a (R134a) system identification ........... ATC-6
HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ............... ATC-5
HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-171
HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ......... ATC-14
HFC134a system service equipment precaution ATC-
11
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve .... AT-151,
AT-153
Homelink universal transceiver ........................ BL-156
Horn ................................................................ WW-55
HORN - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-55
How to erase DTC for OBD system .................. EC-61
HSEAT - Wiring diagram ................................... SE-86
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IATS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-189
ICC - Wiring diagram ....................................... ACS-20
ICC/BS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-504
ICC/SW - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-489
ICCBOF - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-611
Identification plate .............................................. GI-48
Idle air volume learning ..................................... EC-78
Idle speed .............................................. EC-71, EC-76
Idle speed control (ISC) .................... EC-444, EC-446
Ignition coil .......................................... EM-28, EC-618
Ignition control system .................................... EC-618
Ignition key hole illumination ............................ LT-134
Ignition timing ........................................ EC-71, EC-76
IGNSYS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-619
ILL - Wiring diagram ......................................... LT-163
Illumination ....................................................... LT-157
In vehicle sensor ........................... ATC-137, ATC-146
In-cabin Microfilter ............................................. MA-21
INJECT - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-599
Injector ............................................................. EC-598
Input clutch solenoid valve ................. AT-139, AT-141
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-10
Intake air temperature sensor ............ EC-188, EC-208
Intake door control linkage adjustment . ATC-85, ATC-
88
Intake door motor ........................... ATC-83, ATC-160
Intake manifold .................................................. EM-17
Intake sensor ................................ ATC-142, ATC-148
Integrated homelink transmitter - See Homelink univer-
sal tranceiver .................................................... BL-156
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... ACS-6
Interior ................................................................. EI-35
Interior lamp ...................................................... LT-134
Interior lamp on-off control ................................ LT-135
Internal gear (Transfer) ....................... TF-149, TF-176
IPDM (Intelligent power distribution module engine
room) ................................................................. PG-18
IVIS (Infiniti vehicle immobilizer system) .......... BL-137
IVIS (Infiniti vehicle immobilizer system) precautions ...
GI-3
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Jacking points ..................................................... GI-41
Junction box (J/B) .............................................. PG-76
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Key illumination ................................................ LT-135
KEYLES - Wiring diagram .................................. BL-49
Knock sensor (KS) ........................................... EC-335
KS - Wiring diagram ........................................ EC-336
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Laser beam aiming adjustment ....................... ACS-12
Length (Dimensions) .......................................... GI-50
License lamp .................................................... LT-111
Lifting points ....................................................... GI-42
Line pressure solenoid valve ........................... AT-122
Line pressure switch (Transfer) .......... TF-154, TF-167
Line pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-52
Location of electrical units ................................. PG-65
Low coast brake solenoid valve .......... AT-155, AT-157
Low tire pressure warning system ...................... WT-8
Low tire pressure warning system - trouble diagnoses
WT-11
Low tire pressure warning system - Wiring diagram .....
WT-11
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ..................................... ATC-22
Lubricants .......................................................... MA-11
Lubrication circuit (engine) .................................. LU-5
Lubrication oil A/C ........................................... ATC-22
Lubrication-locks, hinges and hood latches ....... MA-31
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MAFS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-174
, EC-182

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[CAN]
CAN COMMUNICATION
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Input/output signal chart
T: Transmit R: Receive
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SignalsECM
TCM
ICC sensor
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ICC unit
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Driver seat control unit Combination meter
Display control unit BCM
Steering angle sensor Front air control
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) IPDM E/R
A/C compressor request signal T R
Accelerator pedal position signal T RR R
ASCD CRUISE lamp signal TR
ASCD OD cancel request signal T R
ASCD operation signal T R
ASCD SET lamp signal TR
Battery voltage signal T R
Closed throttle position signal T R R
Cooling fan speed request signal T R
Engine coolant temperature signal TRR
Engine speed signal T RRR R R R
Engine status signal TR
Fuel consumption monitor signal TR
TR
ICC steering switch signal TR
Malfunction indicator lamp signal TR
Wide open throttle position signal T R
A/T CHECK indicator lamp signal TR

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CAN COMMUNICATION
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ASCD CRUISE lamp signalTR
ASCD OD cancel request signal T R
ASCD operation signal T R
ASCD SET lamp signal TR
Battery voltage signal T R
Closed throttle position signal T R R
Cooling fan speed request signal T R
Engine coolant temperature signal TRR
Engine speed signal T RRR R R R R
Engine status signal TR
Fuel consumption monitor signal TR
TR
ICC steering switch signal TR
Malfunction indicator lamp signal TR
Wide open throttle position signal T R
A/T CHECK indicator lamp signal TR
A/T fluid temperature sensor signal TR
A/T position indicator lamp signal TR R R
A/T self-diagnosis signal R T
Current gear position signal TR R
Output shaft revolution signal R TR R
P range signal TR R R
Turbine revolution signal R TR
ICC sensor signal T R
Buzzer output signal TR
RT
ICC OD cancel request signal R RT
ICC operation signal R RT
ICC system display signal TR
System setting signal TR
RT
1st position switch signal RT
4th position switch signal RT
Distance to empty signal T R
Signals
ECM
TCM
ICC sensor
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ICC unit
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Driver seat control unit Combination meter
Display control unit BCM
Steering angle sensor Front air control
Transfer control unit
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) IPDM E/R

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MAINTENANCE
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..... 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 5
General Maintenance .......................................... ..... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ..... 7
Maintenance For Off-road Driving (4WD only) .... ..... 7
Schedule 1 .......................................................... ..... 7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ..... 8
Schedule 2 .......................................................... ..... 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ... 10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ... ....11
Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... .... 11
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................ ... 12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL ................................. ... 12
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO .. ... 12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................... ... 13
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ... 13
DRIVE BELT TENSION ................................... ... 13
Changing Engine Coolant ................................... ... 13
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ...................... ... 13
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ..................... ... 14
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ...................... ... 15
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................ ... 16
Changing Fuel Filter ............................................ ... 16
Changing Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... ... 16
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE .................................. ... 16
Changing Engine Oil ........................................... ... 17
Changing Oil Filter .............................................. ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 18
Changing Spark Plugs ......................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines ............................... ... 20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................ ... 21
Changing In-cabin Microfilter ............................... ... 21
Checking Exhaust System ................................... ... 22
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .... ... 22
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ... ... 24
Changing Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 24
DRAINING ........................................................ ... 24
FILLING ............................................................ ... 25
Checking Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 25
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ............. ... 25
Checking Propeller Shaft ..................................... ... 25
Checking Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 25
Changing Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 26
Balancing Wheels ................................................ ... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 26
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT .................. ... 26
Tire Rotation ........................................................ ... 28
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ............... ... 28
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ...................... ... 28
Checking Disc Brake ........................................... ... 28
ROTOR ............................................................. ... 28
CALIPER .......................................................... ... 29
PAD .................................................................. ... 29
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .................. ... 29
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 29
STEERING LINKAGE ......................................... 29
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ........... ... 29
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL ............................... ... 29
CHECKING LINES ........................................... ... 30
Checking Axle and Suspension Parts ................. ... 30
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
PARTS .............................................................. ... 30
DRIVE SHAFT .................................................. ... 30

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsELS001BG
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolELS001PF
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV10115801
(J-38956)
Oil filter cap wrench Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill tool Filling cooling system
NT375
WBIA0539E
LMA053
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts
Spark plug wrench Removing and installing spark plug
PBIC0190E
S-NT047

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSMA-11
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Fluids and LubricantsELS001BN
*1: For further details, refer to MA-12, "SAE Viscosity Number" .
*2: 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 NISSAN new vehicle limited warr anty.
*3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III or MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label ”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0 ° C (32° F).
*7: DEXRON
TM III, MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN
dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTM III or MERCONTM Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
*8: For improved vehicle performance, NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
AKI (RON 96). For further details, refer to GI-5, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)" .
*9: See your INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil. Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel 105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 gal Unleaded gasoline with octane rating of
at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
6.2
6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt

API Certification Mark *1

API grade SG, Energy Conserving II or
API grade SH, SJ or SL *1

ILSAC grade GF-II and GF-III *1
Without oil filter
change
5.9
6 1/4 qt 5 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 8 qt
6 3/4 qt
Cooling system With reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 gal Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt API GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil
(Part No. 999MP-DF200p) or equivalent
*9
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Conti-
nental U.S and Alaska) or Canada NIS-
SAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *7
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 2 1/8 pt 1 3/4 pt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid ——— Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease ——— PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or
equivalent
Multi-purpose grease ——— NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 gal Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or
equivalent *5

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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SAE Viscosity NumberELS001BO
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. If 5W-
30 is not available, select the viscosity from the chart that is suit-
able for the outside temperature range.
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, long life, year-round, anti-freeze coolant
solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling system
additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:

When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized water
or distilled water.

Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling system.
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For outside temperatures down to:Anti-freeze coolant mixture ratio
° C ° FGenuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze coolant Demineralized water or distilled
water
– 35 ° – 30 ° 50 % 50 %

ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-13
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Checking Drive BeltsELS001PG
WARNING:
Be sure to perform when the engine is stopped.
1. Remove air duct and resonator assembly (inlet) when inspecting drive belt.
2. Make sure that indicator (single line notch) of each auto tensioner is within the allowable working range
“A” (between three line notches) as shown.
NOTE:

Check the auto tensioner indication when the engine is cold.

When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be “A” as shown.

The indicator notch is located on the moving side of the auto tensioner.
3. Visually check entire belt for wear, damage or cracks.
4. If the indicator is out of allowable working range or belt is damaged, replace the belt. Refer to EM-13,
"DRIVE BELTS" .
DRIVE BELT TENSION
There is no manual drive belt tension adjustment. The drive belt tension is automatically adjusted by the auto
tensioner.
Changing Engine CoolantELS001PH
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a
turn to release any built-up pressure, then push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest tem-
perature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
1. Drive belt 2. Power steering oil pump pulley 3. Generator pulley
4. Crankshaft pulley 5. A/C compressor6. Idler pulley
7. Cooling fan pulley 8. Water pump pulley9. Drive belt tensioner
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