Black plate (361,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3
Recommended fluid:
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
CAUTION
.Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.
. Do not fill the window washer
reservoir tank with washer fluid
concentrates at full strength. Some
methyl alcohol based washer fluid
concentrates may permanently stain
the grille if spilled while filling the
window washer reservoir tank.
. Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir tank. Do not use the
window washer reservoir tank to
mix the washer fluid concentrate
and water. .
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
. If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative ( ) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharging it.
WARNING
. Do not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas
generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a
battery or battery cap, do not touch
or rub your eyes. Thoroughly wash
your hands. If the acid contacts your
eyes, skin or clothing, immediately
flush with water for at least 15
minutes and seek medical attention.
. Do not operate the vehicle if the
fluid in the battery is low. Low
battery fluid can cause a higher load
on the battery which can generate
heat, reduce battery life, and in
some cases lead to an explosion. .
When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.
. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling.
. Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.BATTERY
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-13
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Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3
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 21-5/8 gal18 gal 82 Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (RON 91)*1
Engine oil*2
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4-7/8 qt4 qt4.6
.Engine oil with API Certification Mark*3
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 4-1/2 qt3-3/4 qt 4.3
Cooling system With reservoir 10 qt8-1/4 qt 9.4
50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Reservoir 7/8 qt3/4 qt 0.8
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid —— — Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2*4
Differential gear oil —— —Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5 Viscosity SAE
80W-90*5
Transfer oil —— —Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5 Viscosity SAE
80W-90
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*8
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease —— — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant —— — HFC-134a (R-134a)*7
Air conditioning system lubricants —— — NISSAN A/C System Oil Type R or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid —— —
Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1: For additional information, see “FUEL RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
*2: For additional information, see “ENGINE OIL” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.
*3: For additional information, see “ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
*4: Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2. Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 will damage the CVT, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited
warranty.
*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32 8F(0 8C).
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through a NISSAN dealer.
*7: For additional information, see “VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION” later in this section for air conditioner specification label.
*8: DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS9-2
Technical and consumer information
Black plate (410,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3
from traffic. Steering stability, and braking
performance will be somewhat different than
under normal driving conditions.
.Always secure items in the trailer to prevent
load shift while driving.
. Lock the trailer hitch coupler with a pin or
lock to prevent the coupler from inadver-
tently becoming unlatched.
. Avoid abrupt starts, acceleration or stops.
. Avoid sharp turns or lane changes.
. Always drive your vehicle at a moderate
speed. Some states or provinces have
specific speed limits for vehicles that are
towing trailers. Obey the local speed limits.
. 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.
Always block the wheels on both vehicle and
trailer when parking. Parking on a slope is not
recommended; however, if you must do so:
CAUTION
If you move the shift selector lever to
the P (Park) position before blocking the wheels and applying the parking
brake, transmission damage could oc-
cur.
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Have someone place blocks on the downhill side of the vehicle and trailer wheels.
3. After the wheel blocks are in place, slowly release the brake pedal until the blocks
absorb the vehicle load.
4. Apply the parking brake.
5. Shift the transmission into P (Park) .
6. Turn off the engine.
To drive away:
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Shift the transmission into gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Drive slowly until the vehicle and trailer are clear from the blocks.
6. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
7. Have someone retrieve and store the blocks.
. 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 over-
loading and/or overheating.
. If the engine coolant rises to an extremely
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
control to the HOT position.
. Trailer towing requires more fuel than normal
circumstances.
. Avoid towing a trailer for the first 500 miles
(800 km) .
. Have your vehicle serviced more often than
at intervals specified in the recommended
maintenance schedule in the NISSAN Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide.
. 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.
. Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely
affect vehicle/trailer handling, possibly caus-
ing vehicle sway. When being passed by
larger vehicles, be prepared for possible
changes in crosswinds that could affect9-22
Technical and consumer information
Black plate (414,1)
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3
A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
should never be tested using a two wheel
dynamometer (such as the dynamometers used
by some states for emissions testing) , or similar
equipment. Make sure you inform test facility
personnel that your vehicle is equipped with
AWD before it is placed on a dynamometer.
Using the wrong test equipment may result in
transmission damage or unexpected vehicle
movement which could result in serious vehicle
damage or personal injury.
Due to legal requirements in some states/areas
or provinces, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the “ready condition” for an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-
sion control system.
The vehicle is set to the “ready condition” when
it is driven through certain driving patterns.
Usually, the “ready condition” can be obtained
by ordinary usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a “not ready condition”. Before taking
the I/M test, check the vehicle’s inspection/
maintenance test readiness condition. Turn the
ignition switch to the ON position without
starting the engine. If the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20 seconds and
then blinks for 10 seconds, the I/M test
condition is “not ready”. If the MIL does not
blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is“ready”.
If the MIL indicates the vehicle is in a “not ready”
condition, drive the vehicle through the following
pattern to set the vehicle to the “ready condi-
tion”. If you cannot or do not want to perform the
driving pattern, a NISSAN dealer can conduct it
for you.
WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and
prudent manner according to traffic
conditions and obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle until the engine coolant temperature gauge
needle points between the C and H (normal
operating temperature) .
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) , then quickly release the accelerator
pedal completely and keep it released for at
least 10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a speed of
53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for at least 9
minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine running.
5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55 km/h) and maintain the speed for 20 seconds. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 10 times.
7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h)
and maintain the speed for at least 3
minutes.
8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission selector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral)
position.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more time.
If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is
acceptable between steps. Do not stop the
engine until step 7 is completed.
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST9-26
Technical and consumer information
Black plate (2,1)
10-2Cold weather driving.............................. 5-29
Command (See Bluetooth
®Hands-Free
Phone System) .............................. 4-76, 4-90
Command (See INFINITI voice recognition
system) ..................................... 4-11, 4-104
Compact Disc (CD) changer
(See audio system) ................................ 4-41
Compact Disc (CD) player/changer .............. 4-46
CompactFlash (CF) player
(See audio system) ................................ 4-49
Compass ............................................. 2-7
Console box ........................................ 2-43
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ................................................. 8-11
Coolant Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ........................ 8-8
Checking engine coolant level .................. 8-7
Corrosion protection ................................. 7-5
Cover, Cargo cover ................................ 2-45
Cruise control ...................................... 5-18
Cup holders ........................................ 2-41
CVT, Driving with CVT
(Continuously Variable Transmission) ............. 5-13
D
Daytime running light system ..................... 2-34
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............................ 2-31
Dimensions and weights ............................ 9-8
Display cleaning ...................................... 4-5
Display controls
(See center multi-function control panel) .......... 4-2
Door/lift gate open warning ....................... 2-20 Dot matrix liquid crystal display
................... 2-17
Drive belt ........................................... 8-15
Drive positioner .................................... 3-30
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ......................... 5-21
Cold weather driving .......................... 5-29
Driving with CVT
(Continuously Variable Transmission) ......... 5-13
On-pavement and off-road driving ............. 5-5
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2
Safety precautions ............................... 5-7
DVD player, NISSAN mobile entertainment ...... 4-63
E
Economy, Fuel ..................................... 5-20
Elapsed time ....................................... 2-22
Emission control information label ................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty ................ 9-25
Engine Before starting the engine .................... 5-12
Break-in schedule .............................. 5-20
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ........................ 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level .................. 8-7
Checking engine oil level ........................ 8-8
Coolant temperature gauge ..................... 2-6
Engine block heater ........................... 5-30
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 .............. 2-20Engine oil viscosity
.............................. 9-5
Engine serial number ............................ 9-9
Engine specifications ............................ 9-7
Engine start operation indicator .............. 2-18
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 6-11
Starting the engine ............................ 5-13
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive positioner . . . 3-30
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..................... 9-27
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .................... 5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ........... 9-9
Filter Air cleaner housing filter ...................... 8-16
Changing engine oil and filter ................... 8-8
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) . . . 2-36
Flat tire ................................................ 6-2
Flat towing .......................................... 9-23
Floor mat cleaning ................................... 7-4
Fluid Brake fluid ...................................... 8-12
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ............................................. 8-11
Engine coolant ................................... 8-7
Engine oil ......................................... 8-8
Power steering fluid ........................... 8-11
Window washer fluid .......................... 8-12
FM-AM radio with Compact Disc (CD)
changer ............................................. 4-39
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
changer ............................................. 4-44
Fog light switch .................................... 2-35
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Front manual seat adjustment....................... 1-3
Front passenger air bag and status light ........ 1-52
Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-4
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .................. 1-3
Front-seat active head restraint ................... 1-11
Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ......................................... 9-2
Distance to empty ............................. 2-23
Fuel economy .................................. 5-20
Fuel economy information (display) ............. 4-9
Fuel octane rating ................................ 9-3
Fuel recommendation ............................ 9-3
Fuel-filler cap ................................... 3-23
Fuel-filler door .................................. 3-23
Gauge ............................................ 2-7
Fuses ............................................... 8-20
Fusible links ........................................ 8-20
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink
®Universal
Transceiver ......................................... 2-55
Gas cap ............................................ 3-23
Gauge ................................................ 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............. 2-6
Fuel gauge ....................................... 2-7
Odometer ......................................... 2-5
Speedometer ..................................... 2-5
Tachometer ....................................... 2-6
Trip computer .................................. 2-21
General maintenance ................................ 8-2
Glove box. .......................................... 2-43 H
Hands-free phone system Bluetooth
®(with navigation system) .......... 4-75
Bluetooth®(without navigation system) ...... 4-85
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 2-36
Head restraints ....................................... 1-9
Headlights Bulb replacement .............................. 8-25
Headlight switch ............................... 2-32
Xenon headlights .............................. 2-32
Headphones (See INFINITI mobile
entertainment system) ...................... 4-66, 4-73
Heated seats ....................................... 2-37
Heater Engine block heater ........................... 5-30
Heater and air conditioner operation ......... 4-26
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-55
Hood release ....................................... 3-18
Hook Coat hooks ..................................... 2-48
Luggage hook .................................. 2-46
Horn ................................................ 2-36
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ....................... 5-9
Immobilizer system ................................. 2-27
In-cabin microfilter ................................. 4-30
Indicator Dot matrix display .............................. 2-17
Lights ........................................... 2-14
INFO button .......................................... 4-8
Inside mirror ........................................ 3-27
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ................ 9-26Instrument brightness control
..................... 2-35
Instrument panel ..................................... 2-2
Intelligent Key system ......................... 3-3, 3-7
Key operating range ............................. 3-9
Key operation .................................. 3-10
Warning light ................................... 2-12
Warning signals ................................ 3-13
Intelligent Key warning light ....................... 2-12
Interior light control switch ........................ 2-53
Interior light replacement .......................... 8-27
Interior lights ....................................... 2-53
iPod
®player operation ............................. 4-51
ISOFIX child restraint .............................. 1-28
J
Jump starting ......................................... 6-9
K
Keyless entry
(See remote keyless entry system) ............... 3-15
Keys................................................... 3-2 For Intelligent Key system ................. 3-3, 3-7
L
Labels Air bag warning labels ......................... 1-58
Air conditioner specification label ............ 9-10
Emission control information label ............ 9-10
Engine serial number ............................ 9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label. ....... 9-9
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-31, 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ............. 9-8
LATCH system ..................................... 1-28
10-3
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3
Black plate (6,1)
10-6StartingBefore starting the engine .................... 5-12
Jump starting ..................................... 6-9
Precautions when starting and driving ......... 5-2
Push starting ................................... 6-10
Starting the engine ............................ 5-13
STATUS button ...................................... 4-8
Status light, Front passenger air bag ............ 1-52
Steering Power steering fluid ........................... 8-11
Power steering system ........................ 5-25
Steering lock ................................... 5-10
Steering lock release malfunction
indicator ........................................ 2-18
Steering-wheel-mounted controls for
audio ............................................ 4-61
Tilt/telescopic steering ........................ 3-25
Storage ............................................. 2-41
Storage box ........................................ 2-44
Sun visors .......................................... 3-26
Sunglasses holder ................................. 2-42
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-58
Supplemental air bag warning light ....... 1-58, 2-14
Supplemental restraint system .................... 1-45
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 1-45
Switch Autolight switch ................................ 2-33
Fog light switch ................................ 2-35
Hazard warning flasher switch ................ 2-36
Headlight switch ............................... 2-32
Overdrive OFF switch ......................... 5-15
Power door lock switch ......................... 3-6
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ........................................... 2-31 Turn signal switch
.............................. 2-35
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch . . . 2-39
T
Tachometer ........................................... 2-6
Temperature display ............................... 2-23
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge ................................... 2-6
Theft (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System) ,
Engine start ........................................ 2-27
Three-way catalyst ................................... 5-2
Tilt/telescopic steering ............................ 3-25
“Time to rest” indicator ............................ 2-20
Tire Pressure, Low tire pressure warning light . . . 2-12
Tire replacement indicator ..................... 2-20
Tires Flat tire ............................................ 6-2
Low tire pressure warning system .............. 5-3
Tire and Loading information label .... 8-31, 9-10
Tire chains ...................................... 8-36
Tire dressing ..................................... 7-3
Tire pressure ................................... 8-30
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ..................................... 5-3, 6-2
Tire rotation .................................... 8-36
Types of tires ................................... 8-35
Uniform tire quality grading ................... 9-24
Wheel/tire size ................................... 9-7
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-30
Tonneau cover (see cargo cover) ................. 2-45
Top tether strap child restraints .................. 1-29
Touch screen system ................................ 4-4 Towing
Flat towing ...................................... 9-23
Tow truck towing ............................... 6-12
Towing a trailer ................................. 9-15
Towing safety .................................. 9-20
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system ........... 5-3
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system .............. 6-2
Trailer towing ....................................... 9-15
Transceiver, HomeLink
®Universal
Transceiver ......................................... 2-55
Transmission Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
fluid ............................................. 8-11
Driving with CVT
(Continuously Variable Transmission) ......... 5-13
Transmission selector lever lock release ..... 5-16
Transmitter
(See remote keyless entry system) ............... 3-15
Traveling or registering your vehicle in another
country ................................................ 9-8
Trip computer ...................................... 2-21
Trip odometer ...................................... 2-22
Turn signal switch .................................. 2-35
U
Underbody cleaning ................................. 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading ....................... 9-24
V
Vanity mirror ........................................ 3-30
Vanity mirror lights ................................. 2-55
Variable voltage control system ................... 8-15
Vehicle Dimensions and weights ........................ 9-8
Model "Z51-D" EDITED: 2009/ 8/ 3