2010 INFINITI QX oil capacities

4. Place a large drain pan under the drain plug
B.
5. Remove the drain plug
Bwith a wrench by
turning it counterclockwise and completely
drain the oil.
If the oil filter is to be changed, remove and
replace it at this time. See “Changing engine
oil filter” later in this section.
● Waste oil must be disposed of prop-
erly.
● Check your local regulations.
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 reach of
children.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot. 6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a new
washer. Securely tighten the drain plug with
a wrench. Do not use excessive force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 22 - 29 ft-lb (29 - 39 N·m)
7. Refill engine with recommended oil through the oil filler opening, then install the oil filler
cap securely.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the “Technical and con-
sumer information” section of this manual for
drain and refill capacity.
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine when the proper
amount of oil is in the engine.
8. Start the engine. Check for leakage around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct as re-
quired.
9. Turn the engine off and wait more than 10 minutes. Check the oil level with the dipstick.
Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply
the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
A.
4. Loosen the oil filter
Awith an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise. Then
remove the oil filter by turning it by hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
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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 recommendations ..........9-5
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-6
Specifications . . . ..................................9-7
Engine ........................................9-7
Wheels and tires ...............................9-8
Dimensions and weights ........................9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ...................................9-9
Vehicle identification ...............................9-9
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate ..........9-9
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ...............................9-9
Engine serial number ........................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-10
Emission control information label ...............9-10
Tire and loading information label ................9-11
Air conditioner specification label ................9-11Installing front license plate
........................9-11
Vehicle loading information ........................9-12
Terms ........................................ 9-12
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-12
Securing the load .............................. 9-14
Loading tips .................................. 9-15
Measurement of weights .......................9-15
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-16
Maximum load limits ........................... 9-16
Towing load/specification. . . ....................9-19
Towing safety ................................. 9-20
Flat towing .................................... 9-28
Snow plow ...................................... 9-28
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-29
Emission control system warranty ..................9-30
Reporting safety defects (US only) .................9-30
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-31
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-32
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-32 In the event of a collision .......................9-33
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The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 28 gal23-1/4 gal 105.8 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1
Engine oil *7 Drain and RefillWith oil filter change 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt 6.5 Engine oil with API Certification Mark *2
Viscosity SAE 5W-30 *2
Without oil filter change 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2
Cooling system With reservoir 3-3/4 gal 3-1/8 gal 14.4 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Automatic transmission fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in
the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF *3
Power steering fluid (PSF) Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.*4
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid *5 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease ———NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant — ——HFC-134a (R-134a) *6
Air conditioning system oil ———NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equivalent *6
Transfer fluid 3-1/8 qt 2-5/8 qt 3.0 Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada
NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent (if available)
Front differential gear oil 3-3/8 pt 2-7/8 pt 1.6 Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 OR API GL-5
Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *8
Rear differential gear oil 3-3/4 pt 3-1/8 pt 1.75 API GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 gear oil or equivalent *9
Windshield washer fluid (shared between
front and rear wipers) 1-1/4 gal 1 gal
4.5Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or
equivalent
*1: For further details, see “Fuel recommendation.”
*2: For further details, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendations.”
*3: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new ve-
hicle limited warranty.
*4: DEXRON™ VI type ATF or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid may also be used.
*5: Available in mainland USA through your INFINITI dealer.
*6: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label.”
*7: For further details, see “Changing engine oil.”
*8: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F) .
*9: See your INFINITI dealer for service.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
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\bCapacities
and recommended fuel/lubricants\b earlier in this
section. INFINITI recommends the use of an en-
ergy 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 vis-
cosity 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 ad-
ditives. 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 important
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated before the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended could
cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new INFINITI vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When re-
placing, use a genuine NISSAN oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in “Change
intervals”.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
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10 Index
4WD warning light...............2-11
A
Adjusting pedal position ............3-25
Aiming control, headlights ...........2-27
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system) .....................1-52
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
air bag system) ...............1-59
Air bag warning labels .............1-66
Air bag warning light ...........1-67, 2-13
Air cleaner housing filter ............8-17
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...........4-25
Air conditioner specification label .....9-11
Air conditioner system refrigerant and
oil recommendations .............9-6
Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-22
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-24
Servicing air conditioner ..........4-25
Alarm system
(See vehicle security system) .........2-20
Anchor point locations .............1-36
Antenna .....................4-54
Anti-lock brake warning light ........2-8, 2-9
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ........5-50
Audible reminders ................2-15
Audio system ..................4-26
Compact disc (CD) player .........4-37Audio System
CompactFlash (CF) player .........4-39
Audio system FM/AM/SAT radio with compact disc (CD)
player ....................4-34
Audio System Music Box hard-disk drive audio
system ....................4-41
Audio system Radio ....................4-26
Rear audio controls .............4-53
Audio System Settings ...................4-34
Audio system Steering wheel audio control switch. . . .4-51
Autolight switch .................2-26
Automatic Automatic drive positioner .........3-29
Automatic power window switch .....2-49
Automatic
transmission position indicator
light .....................2-19
Driving with automatic transmission . . . .5-13
Transmission selector lever lock
release ....................5-16
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .......3-27
Automatic door locks ...............3-6
AUX jack .....................4-39
B
Battery ......................8-13 Charge warning light
............2-10
Before starting the engine ...........5-11
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-15
Block heater Engine ....................5-56
Bluetooth hands-free phone system .....4-70
Booster seats ..................1-49
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ......5-50
Brake assist (for Intelligent cruise control
system) ...................5-38
Brake fluid ..................8-12
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-28
Brake system ................5-49
Brake warning light ..............2-9
Brake wear indicators ........2-15, 8-22
Parking brake operation ..........5-17
Self-adjusting brakes ............8-22
Brakes ......................8-22
Break-in schedule ................5-40
Brightness control Instrument panel ..............2-28
Brightness/contrast button ...........4-18
Bulb check/instrument panel ..........2-8
Bulb replacement ................8-28
C
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...................9-2
Captain’s chair adjustment (2nd row) ......1-4
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Car phone or CB radio.............4-69
Cargo light ...................2-54
Cargo net ....................2-45
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .9-12
CD care and cleaning .............4-50
CD player (See audio system) .........4-37
Child restraint with top tether strap ......1-36
Child restraints .......1-30, 1-30, 1-31, 1-33
Precautions on child
restraints ........1-31, 1-39, 1-44, 1-49
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-36
Child safety rear door lock ............3-6
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-15
Cleaning exterior and interior ..........7-2
Clock ...................2-34, 4-35
(models with navigation system) ......4-13
Clock set ....................4-13
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-10
Cold weather driving ..............5-54
Compact disc (CD) player ...........4-37
CompactFlash (CF) player ...........4-39
Console box ...............2-36, 2-42
Control panel buttons ..............4-2
Brightness/contrast button .........4-18
Enter button ..................4-2
Setting button ................4-11
Startup screen ................4-5
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) ......4-51
Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-22
Rear audio controls .............4-53
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-24
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-8 Checking engine coolant level
........8-7
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Corrosion protection ...............7-5
Cruise control ..................5-17
Cup
holders ...................2-40
Curtain side-impact and rollover air bag . . .1-64
D
Daytime running light system
(Canada only) ..................2-28
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ....................2-24
Digital video disc DVD .............4-54
Dimensions and weights .............9-8
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-28
Display controls (see control panel buttons) . .4-2
Distance to empty ................4-7
Door locks ....................3-4
Drive belt ....................8-15
Drive positioner, Automatic ...........3-29
Driving Cold weather driving ............5-54
Driving with automatic transmission . . . .5-13
Precautions when starting and driving . . .5-2
E
Economy - fuel .................5-40
Emission control information label .......9-10
Emission control system warranty .......9-30
Engine Before starting the engine .........5-11 Block heater
.................5-56
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-8
Changing engine oil .............8-9
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-10
Checking engine coolant level ........8-7
Checking engine oil level ..........8-8
Engine compartment check locations . . . .8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engine oil ...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-5
Engine serial number ............9-10
Engine specifications .............9-7
Starting the engine ............ .5-12
Engine

oil pressure gauge ............2-6
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .........2-10
Enter button ....................4-2
Event data recorders ..............9-32
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........5-2
Eyeglass case ..................2-37
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) ......2-29
Flat tire ......................6-2
Floor mat positioning aid .............7-5
Fluid Brake fluid ..................8-12
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
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Engine coolant................8-7
Engine oil ...................8-8
Power steering fluid .............8-11
Window washer fluid ............8-12
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-10
Fog light switch .................2-29
Front air bag system
(See supplemental restraint system) .....1-59
Front seats ....................1-2
Front sonar system ............2-33, 5-53
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Fuel economy ................5-40
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Fuel octane rating ..............9-4
Fuel recommendation ............9-3
Fuel-filler door and cap ...........3-23
Fuses ......................8-23
Fusible links ...................8-24
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver ...................2-54
Gascap.....................3-23
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-5
Engine oil pressure gauge ..........2-6
Fuel gauge ..................2-6
Odometer ...................2-4
Speedometer .................2-4
Tachometer ..................2-5
Trip odometer .................2-4
Voltmeter ...................2-7 General maintenance
..............8-2
Glass hatch ...................3-22
Glove box ....................2-37
Glove box lock .................2-37
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth . . . .4-70
Hazard

warning flasher switch .........2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch ........2-24
Headlight control switch ............2-25
Headlights ....................8-27
Headlights, aiming control ...........2-27
Headphones (See INFINITI mobile
entertainment system) .............4-58
Heated seats ..................2-30
Heated steering wheel .............2-31
Heater Heater and air conditioner controls . . . .4-22
Heater operation ..............4-23
Rear seat air conditioner ..........4-24
HomeLink Universal Transceiver .......2-54
Hood release ..................3-18
Hook Luggage hook ................2-44
Horn .......................2-30
I
Ignition switch ..................5-9
Immobilizer system ............3-3, 5-11
Important vehicle information label .......9-10
In-cabin microfilter ...............8-17
Increasing fuel economy ............5-40 Indicator lights and audible reminders
(See warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders)
.....................2-8
INFINITI mobile entertainment system
(MES) ......................4-54
INFINITI vehicle immobilizer
system ................2-21, 3-3, 5-11
INFINITI voice recognition system .......4-82
Inside automatic anti-glare mirror .......3-27
Instrument brightness control .........2-28
Instrument panel ..............0-6, 2-2
Instrument panel dimmer switch ........2-28
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system Brake assist .................5-38
Intelligent Key system Key operating range .............3-9
Key operation ................3-10
Mechanical key ................3-3
Remote
keyless entry operation ......3-12
Troubleshooting guide ...........3-17
Warning signals ...............3-17
Interior light ...................2-52
ISOFIX child restraints .............1-33
J
Jump starting ...................6-8
K
Keyfob battery replacement ..........8-25
Keyless entry With Intelligent Key system
(See Intelligent Key system) ........3-12
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Keys, For Intelligent Key system.........3-2
L
Labels Air conditioner specification label .....9-11
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-10
Emission control information label .....9-10
Engine serial number ............9-10
F.M.V.S.S. certification label ........9-10
Tire and Loading Information label .....9-11
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate . .9-9
Warning labels (for SRS) ..........1-66
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren)
System ......................1-33
License plate Installing the license plate .........9-11
Lift gate .....................3-18
Lift gate release .................3-22
Light Air bag warning light .........1-67, 2-13
Brake light (See stop light) .........8-28
Bulb check/instrument panel ........2-8
Bulb replacement ..............8-28
Charge warning light ............2-10
Fog light switch ...............2-29
Headlight and turn signal switch ......2-24
Headlight control switch ..........2-25
Headlights ..................8-27
Interior light .................2-52
Light bulbs ..................8-27
Low tire pressure warning light ......2-11
Low washer fluid warning light .......2-19
Passenger air bag and status light .....1-61
Personal lights ...............2-53 Security indicator light
...........2-14
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ...................2-8
Lights Map lights ..................2-54
Lock Child safety rear door lock ..........3-6
Door locks ..................3-4
Glove

box lock ...............2-37
Lift gate release ...............3-22
Power door locks ...............3-5
Low fuel warning light ......2-11, 2-12, 2-19
Low tire pressure warning light ........2-11
Low washer fluid warning light .........2-19
Luggage hook ..................2-44
Luggage rack (see roof rack) .........2-46
Luggage (See vehicle loading information) . .9-12
Luggage storage
(see vehicle loading information) ........2-43
M
Maintenance Changing the maintenance interval .....4-9
Displaying the maintenance notice
reminder ...................4-10
General maintenance ............8-2
Inside the vehicle ...............8-3
Maintenance precautions ..........8-5
Outside the vehicle ..............8-2
Resetting the maintenance interval . . . .4-10
Seat belt maintenance ...........1-29
Setting ....................4-9
Under the hood and vehicle .........8-4
Malfunction indicator light ...........2-14 Map lights
....................2-54
Map pocket ...................2-38
Meters and gauges ................2-3
Instrument brightness control .......2-28
Mirror Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .....3-27
Outside mirror control ...........3-27
Outside mirrors ...............3-27
Vanity mirror .................3-26
Moonroof ....................2-50
Music Box hard-disk drive audio system . . .4-41
O
Octane rating (See fuel octane rating) .....9-4
Odometer .....................2-4
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ................ .9-2
Changing

engine oil .............8-9
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-10
Checking engine oil level ..........8-8
Engine oil ...................8-8
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . .9-5
Engine oil pressure low/engine coolant
temperature high warning light .......2-10
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-5
Outside mirror control .............3-27
Outside mirrors .................3-27
Overheat If your vehicle overheats ..........6-10
Owner’s manual order form ..........9-32
Owner’s manual/service manual order
information ....................9-32
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