2010 INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE oil

6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil mainte-
nance intervals or during the break-in period,
depending on the severity of operating condi-
tions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly. Operat-
ing the engine with an insufficient amount of oil
can damage the engine, and such damage is
not covered by the warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Vehicle set-up
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.
●Place the safety jack stands under the
vehicle jack-up points.
● A suitable adapter should be attached to
the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the plastic engine undercover.
a. Remove the small plastic clips at the center of the undercover.
b. Then remove the bolts that hold the un- dercover in place.
CAUTION
Make sure the correct lifting and support
points are used to avoid vehicle damage.
Engine oil and filter
1.Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
1with a wrench
and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil
is hot.
●Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
● Check your local regulations.
(Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine
oil filter change is needed.)
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4. Loosen the oil filter2with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning it
by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket re-
maining on the mounting surface of the engine.
Failure to do so could lead to engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten ad-
ditionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and
install the oil filler cap securely.
See “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical
and consumer information” section for
drain and refill capacity. The drain and
refill capacity depends on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only. Always use the
dipstick to determine the proper amount of
oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakagearound the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Install the engine undercover into positionas the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic clips out.
b. Hold the engine undercover into position.
c. Insert the clips through the undercover into the holes in the frame, then push the
center of the clips in to lock the clips in
place.
d. Install the bolts that hold the undercover in place. Be careful not to strip the bolts
or over-tighten them.
2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
WARNING
●Prolonged and repeated contact with used
engine oil may cause skin cancer.
● Try to avoid direct skin contact with used oil.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as
possible.
● Keep used engine oil out of the reach of
children.
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9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants........ 9-2
Fuel recommendation ........................... 9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ......... 9-5
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ..................... 9-6
Specifications ..................................... 9-7
Engine ........................................ 9-7
Wheels and tires ............................... 9-8
Dimensions .................................... 9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification ............................. 9-10
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ........9-10
Vehicle identification number (chassis
number) ...................................... 9-10
Engine serial number .......................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Emission control information label ...............9-11
Tire and loading information label ...............9-11
Air conditioner specification label ...............9-12Installing front license plate
.......................9-12
Vehicle loading information .......................9-14
Terms ........................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity ........................... 9-15
Loading tips .................................. 9-16
Measurement of weights ....................... 9-17
Towing a trailer .................................. 9-17
Flat towing ................................... 9-17
Uniform tire quality grading .......................9-18
Treadwear .................................... 9-18
Traction AA, A, B and C ........................ 9-18
Temperature A, B and C ....................... 9-18
Emission control system warranty .................9-19
Reporting safety defects (US only) .................9-19
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test ....9-20
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information ...................................... 9-21
In the event of a collision ......................9-22
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure instructed in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 20 gal16-5/8 gal 76 See “FUEL RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill With oil filter change 5-1/8 qt4-3/8 qt4.9 •Engine oil with API Certification Mark*2, *3
•Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 4-7/8 qt4 qt4.6
Cooling system Automatic transmission model With reservoir 9 qt7-1/2 qt 8.5 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Reservoir 7/8 qt3/4 qt0.8
Manual transmission model With reservoir 9-1/8 qt7-5/8 qt8.6
Reservoir 7/8 qt3/4 qt0.8
Automatic transmission fluid ——— Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
Manual transmission gear oil ——— Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil ——— For M/T models: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API
GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90*5
For A/T models: Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Synthetic 75W-90 or API GL-5 syn-
thetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90*6
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions
in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*7
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*8 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease Without limited slip differential NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
With limited slip differential
Air conditioning system refrigerant ——— HFC-134a (R-134a)*9
Air conditioning system lubricants ——— NISSAN A/C System Oil
Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid ——— Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For additional information, see “ENGINE OIL” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.
*2: For additional information, see “ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
*3: INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at your INFINITI retailer.
*4: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S 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 SAE90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32°F(0°C).
*6: See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.
*7: DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
*8: Available in mainland US through an INFINITI retailer.
*9: For additional information, see “VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION” later in this section for air conditioner specification label.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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1. API certification mark
2. API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, qual-
ity, and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance, see “CAPACITIES
AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS” 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) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE viscos-
ity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion 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 followed.
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 impor-
tant that the engine oil viscosity be selected
based on the temperatures at which the vehicle
will be operated before the next oil change.
Choosing an oil viscosity other than that recom-
mended could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replac-
ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent
for the reason described in change intervals.
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Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other than
the specified quality, or oil and filter change
intervals longer than recommended could re-
duce engine life. Damage to engines caused by
improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil
and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered
by the new INFINITI vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have to
change the oil before the first recommended
change interval. Oil and filter change intervals
depend upon how you use your vehicle. Opera-
tion under the following conditions may require
more frequent oil and filter changes.
●repeated short distance driving at cold out-
side temperatures,
● driving in dusty conditions,
● extensive idling,
● stop and go “rush hour” traffic,
Refer to the “INFINITI Service and Maintenance
Guide” for the maintenance schedule.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
REFRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your INFINITI ve-
hicle must be charged with the refrigerant HFC-
134a (R-134a) and the lubricant, NISSAN A/C sys-
tem oil Type S or the exact equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or lubricant will
cause severe damage to the air conditioning
system and will require the replacement of all
air conditioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
INFINITI vehicle will not harm the earth’s ozone
layer. Although this refrigerant does not affect
the earth’s atmosphere, certain governmental
regulations require the recovery and recycling
of any refrigerant during automotive air condi-
tioning system service. Your INFINITI retailer
has the trained technicians and equipment
needed to recover and recycle your air condi-
tioning system refrigerant.
Contact an INFINITI retailer when servicing your
air conditioning system.
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Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst . . . .5-2
Center multi-function control panel......4-2
Child restraints ................ .1-18
Child restraints Booster seats ............... .1-29
Installation using LATCH
Lower Anchors ............... 1-21
Installation using the seat belts .....1-23
Precautions on child restraints ......1-18
Child safety .................. .1-13
Chimes, Audible reminders ..........2-15
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........2-39
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..........8-20
Cleaning exterior and interior ......7-2 , 7-4
Climate control, Automatic
climate control ................ .4-28
Clock ..................... .2-38
Closing the retractable hard top .......3-23
Clutch fluid .................. .8-11
Cockpit ..................... .2-2
Cold weather driving ............. .5-51
Command (See Bluetooth Hands-Free
Phone System) .............4-80 , 4-94
Compact Disc (CD) player
(See audio system) .............. .4-52
Compact spare tire .............. .8-35
Console box ................. .2-42
Controller, Center multi-function control
panel ...................... .4-4
Controls Control panel button (display) .......4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(See automatic climate control) .....4-28
Coolant
Capacities and recommended
fuel/ lubricants .............. .9-2Changing engine coolant
.........8-8
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Corrosion protection ..............7-6
Cruise control ................. .5-18
Cruise control Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC
system) .................. .5-37
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system . . 5-20
Cruise indicator ................ .2-19
Cup holders .................. .2-40
Current

fuel consumption ...........2-23
D
Daytime running light system .........2-32
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............2-29
Dimensions ................... .9-9
Display cleaning ................ .4-6
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ................. .4-2
Distance to empty .............. .2-23
Door/trunk open warning ...........2-19
Dot matrix liquid crystal display .......2-15
Drive belt ................... .8-15
Drive positioner ............... .3-39
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-51
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-11
Driving with manual transmission ....5-15
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
DS (Drive Sport) mode .............5-13 E
Economy, Fuel ................. .5-41
Elapsed time ................. .2-23
Elapsed time and trip odometer . ......2-23
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ......6-3
Emission control information label ......9-11
Emission control system warranty . .....9-19
Engine Before starting the engine .........5-10
Break-in schedule ............. 5-41
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................9-2
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Engine block heater ............5-53
Engine compartment check locations . . . 8-6
Engine cooling system ...........8-7
Engine oil ..................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..............9-5
Engine oil replacement indicator .....2-21
Engine oil viscosity .............9-5
Engine serial number ...........9-10
Engine specifications ............9-7
Engine start operation indicator
(Automatic Transmission models) ....2-18
Engine start operation indicator
(Manual
Transmission models) ......2-19
If your vehicle overheats .........6-19
Starting the engine ............5-10
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Engine coolant temperature gauge......2-6
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..........9-21
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 .........8-17
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch) ................ .2-34
Flat tire ..................... .6-2
Flat tire Changing flat tire (with spare tire) . . . .6-12
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) .............6-3
Flat towing .................. .9-17
Floor mat cleaning ............... .7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-11
Brake and clutch fluid ...........8-11
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...............9-2
Engine coolant ...............8-7
Engine oil ..................8-8
Power steering fluid ............8-11
Window washer fluid ...........8-12
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ..................... .4-49
Fog light switch ............... .2-34
Front passenger air bag and status light . . .1-41
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .......1-3Front-seat active head restraints
.......1-10
Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Fuel economy ................ 5-41
Fuel economy information (display) ....4-9
Fuel octane rating .............9-3
Fuel recommendation ...........9-3
Fuel-filler cap ............... 3-32
Fuel-filler door ............... 3-32
Gauge ....................2-7
Fuses ..................... .8-19
Fusible links ................. .8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-49
Gascap .................... .3-32
Gauge ...................... .2-4
Gauge Engine

coolant temperature gauge . . . .2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-5
Speedometer ................2-5
Tachometer .................2-6
Trip computer ............... 2-22
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glove box ................... .2-42
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(with navigation system) ...........4-78Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(without navigation system)
.........4-89
Hard top If the top does not open or close . . . .3-23
Indicators for retractable hard top (dot
matrix) ................... 3-22
Initializing ................. 3-24
Operating using the Intelligent Key . . . 3-24
Retractable hard top operation ......3-18
Hazard warning flasher switch . . . . . . . .2-34
Head restraints ................. .1-7
Headlights Bulb replacement .............8-24
Headlight switch .............. 2-30
Xenon headlights ............. 2-30
Heated seats ................. .2-35
Heater Automatic climate control .........4-28
Engine block heater ............5-53
HomeLink Universal Transceiver ......2-49
Hood release ................. .3-17
Horn ...................... .2-35
Ignition switch Automatic transmission models ......5-11
Manual transmission models .......5-15
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ..........5-7
Immobilizer system ............. .2-26
In-cabin microfilter .............. .4-35
Indicator lights ................ .2-13
Indicator,
Dot matrix display .........2-15
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .....2-26
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