2011 INFINITI M power steering

1. Battery
2. Fuse/fusible link holder
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Window washer fluid reservoir
6. Power steering fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Radiator filler cap
9. Engine coolant reservoir
10. Engine oil dipstick
11. Drive belts
12. Fuse/fusible link holder
SDI2537
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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. When checking or replacement is required, we
recommend an INFINITI retailer for servicing.
CAUTION
●
Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF. Do
not mix with other fluids.
● 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. Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked using the HOT
range (
1: HOT MAX.,2: HOT MIN.) at fluid
temperatures of 122 to 176°F (50 to 80°C) or
using the COLD range (
3: COLD MAX.,4:
COLD MIN.) at fluid temperatures of 32 to 86°F
(0 to 30°C).
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add Genuine
NISSAN PSF or equivalent. Remove the cap and
fill through the opening.
CAUTION
● Do not overfill.
● Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
SDI1765A
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID POWER STEERING FLUID
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CAUTION
●Do not ground accessories directly to the
battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the
variable voltage control system and the ve-
hicle battery may not charge completely.
● Use electrical accessories with the engine
running to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
The variable voltage control system measures
the amount of electrical discharge from the
battery and controls voltage generated by the
generator.
1. Power steering fluid pump
2. Alternator
3. Crankshaft pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor
5. Drive belt auto-tensioner
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK
position before servicing drive belts. The en-
gine could rotate unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness.
If the belt is in poor condition or loose,
have it replaced or adjusted by an INFINITI
retailer.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for con- dition and tension in accordance with the
maintenance schedule in your “INFINITI
Service and Maintenance Guide”.VK56VD engine
SDI2545
VQ37VHR engine
SDI2119
VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL SYSTEM DRIVE BELTS
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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 mea- sureLiter
Fuel 20-1/8 gal 16-3/4 gal 76 See “FUEL RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
Engine oil*6
Drain and refill With oil filter change VQ37VHR 5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt 4.9
•Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1*2
•Viscosity SAE 5W-30
VK56VD (2WD) 6-3/8 qt 5-1/4 qt 6.0
(AWD) 6-1/2 qt 5-3/8 qt 6.1
Without oil filter change VQ37VHR 4-7/8 qt 4.0 qt 4.6
VK56VD (2WD) 6.0 qt 5.0 qt 5.7
(AWD) 6-1/8 qt 5-1/8 qt 5.8
Cooling system With reservoir VQ37VHR 8-7/8 qt 7-3/8 qt 8.4
50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled waterVK56VD11-1/2 qt 9-5/8 qt 10.9
Reservoir VQ37VHR 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
VK56VD 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid ——— Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*3
Differential gear oil ———Front:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API
GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90*4Rear:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Synthetic 75W-90 or API GL-5 syn-
thetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90*5
Transfer fluid ——— Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*6
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instruc-
tions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*7
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*8 or equivalent DOT 3
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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Event Data Recorders (EDR)..........9-23
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........5-2
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .........8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ......8-12
F
Flashers
(See hazard warning flasher switch) .....2-37
Flat tire ..................... .6-2
Flat towing .................. .9-19
Floor mat cleaning ............... .7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-14
Brake fluid ................. 8-15
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ...............9-2
Engine coolant ............... 8-10
Engine oil .................. 8-11
Power steering fluid ............8-14
Window washer fluid ...........8-15
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player ..................... .4-58
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . .9-12
Fog light switch ............... .2-37
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system . .5-73
Front passenger air bag and status light . .1-43
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ........1-7
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .......1-3
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ............... .9-2
Fuel economy ................ 5-81
Fuel economy information (display) . . . 4-10 Fuel-filler cap
................ 3-19
Fuel-filler door ............... 3-19
Fuel octane rating .............9-4
Fuel recommendation ...........9-4
Gauge ....................2-8
Fuses ..................... .8-22
Fusible links ................. .8-23
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-57
Gascap .................... .3-19
Gauge ...................... .2-5
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge .
. . .2-7
Fuel gauge ..................2-8
Odometer ..................2-6
Speedometer ................2-6
Tachometer .................2-7
Trip computer ............... 2-24
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glove box ................... .2-47
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(with navigation system) ...........4-86
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth
(without navigation system) .........4-96
Hazard warning flasher switch ........2-37
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front
lighting system (AFS)) ...........2-35 Bulb replacement
............. 8-28
Headlight switch .............. 2-33
Xenon headlights ............. 2-32
Head restraints ................. .1-4
Heated seats ................. .2-39
Heated steering wheel .............2-38
Heater Automatic climate control . . . . .....4-30
Engine block heater ............5-93
HomeLink Universal Transceiver .......2-57
Hood release ................. .3-16
Hook, Coat hooks .............. .2-48
Horn ...................... .2-39
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Ignition switch, Automatic transmission
models ..................... .5-12
Ignition switch (Push-button) ..........5-7
Immobilizer system ............. .2-29
In-cabin microfilter .............. .4-43
Indicator, Dot matrix display .........2-19
Indicator lights ................ .2-15
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System .....2-29
INFINITI voice recognition standard
mode ..................... .4-109
INFINITI

voice recognition system ......4-109
INFO button .................. .4-8
Inside mirror ................. .3-23
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ......9-22
Instrument brightness control ........2-36
Instrument panel ............... .2-4
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light ...................... .2-16
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) system .....5-77
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Meters and gauges.............. .2-5
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control ..................... .2-36
Mirror Inside mirror ............... .3-23
Outside mirrors .............. 3-24
Monitor, Rearview monitor ..........4-24
Moonroof ................... .2-51
Music box hard drive ..........4-57 , 4-76
N
New vehicle break-in .............5-80
O
Odometer .................... .2-6
Off-road recovery ............... .5-5
Oil Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ............... .9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ......8-12
Checking engine oil level .........8-11
Engine oil .................. 8-11
Engine oil viscosity .............9-6
Oil filter replacement indicator .....2-23
Operation, Indicators for operation
(dot matrix) .................. .2-21
Outside air temperature ............2-25
Outside mirrors ................ .3-24
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .................. .9-23 P
Panic alarm .................. .3-14
Parking Parking brake operation ..........5-16
Parking on hills .............. 5-83
Parking brake break-in ............5-84
Personal lights ................ .2-55
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ........4-85
Power Power door lock .............. .3-4
Power outlet ................ 2-44
Power steering fluid ............8-14
Power steering system ..........5-84
Power windows .............. 2-49
Power front seat adjustment ..........1-3
Precautions Audio

operation ............. .4-44
Braking precautions ............5-84
Child restraints ............... 1-19
Cruise control ............... 5-39
Maintenance .................8-5
Seat belt usage ............... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system ......1-36
When starting and driving .........5-2
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function . .1-13
Preview function ............... .5-85
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................ .5-62
Preview Function warning light ........2-14
Push-button ignition switch ..........5-7
Push starting ................. .6-10 R
Radio ..................... .4-44
Radio Car phone or CB radio ...........4-85
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player .................... 4-58
Rain-sensing auto wiper system . . . . . . .2-31
Rapid air pressure loss .............5-6
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test (US only) ............. .9-22
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock . .3-6
Rear sunshade ................ .2-53
Rearview monitor .............. .4-24
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ..................... .2-32
Recorders, Event data .............9-23
Registering your vehicle in another
country .................... .9-10
Remote keyless entry system .........3-13
Reporting safety defects (US only) ......9-21
Roadside assistance program .........6-2
Rollover ..................... .5-5
Roof, Moonroof ............... .2-52
Safety Child seat belts .............. .1-17
Reporting safety defects (US only) ....9-21
S
Satellite radio operation ............4-59
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment ........1-3
Front seats ..................
1-3
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Seat belt(s)Child safety ................ .1-17
Infants .................... 1-18
Injured persons ............... 1-13
Larger children ............... 1-18
Precautions on seat belt usage ......1-11
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort
function ................... 1-13
Pregnant women .............. 1-13
Seat belt cleaning .............7-6
Seat belt extenders ............1-16
Seat belt maintenance ...........1-17
Seat belts .................. 1-11
Seat belts with pretensioners ......1-47
Seat belt warning light and chime ....2-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment .....1-16
Small children ............... 1-18
Three-point type .............. 1-14
Seat(s) Climate controlled seats .........2-40
Driver-side memory ............3-26
Heated seats ................ 2-39
Seats .....................1-2
Seat synchronization function ........3-27
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer
System), Engine start .............2-29
Security system, Vehicle security system . .2-27
Selector lever Shift lock release ............. .5-15
Servicing air conditioner
(See automatic climate control) .......4-30
Servicing climate control ...........4-44
SETTING button ................ .4-14
Shifting, Automatic transmission .......5-12
Shift lock release Transmission ............... .5-15Shoulder belt height adjustment
.......1-16
Spare tire .................... .9-9
Spark plugs .................. .8-19
Speedometer .................. .2-6
Starting Before starting the engine .........5-10
Precautions

when starting and driving . . 5-2
Starting the engine ............. 5-11
STATUS button ................. .4-8
Status light, Front passenger air bag . . . .1-43
Steering Heated steering wheel ...........2-38
Power steering fluid ............8-14
Power steering system ..........5-84
Steering lock release malfunction
indicator .................. 2-21
Steering-wheel-mounted controls for
audio .................... 4-83
Tilt/telescopic steering ..........3-21
Storage .................... .2-45
Sunglasses holder .............. .2-46
Sunshade (rear) ............... .2-53
Sun visors ................... .3-22
Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . .1-48
Supplemental air bag warning light . .1-48 , 2-15
Supplemental restraint system ........1-36
Supplemental restraint system, Precautions
on supplemental restraint system ......1-36
Switch Autolight switch ............. .2-33
Fog light switch .............. 2-37
Hazard warning flasher switch ......2-37
Headlight switch .............. 2-33
Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ................... 5-12
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) OFF switch . . 2-42
Power door lock switch...........3-5
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .................... 2-32
Turn signal switch ............. 2-37
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch ................... 2-43
T
Tachometer ................... .2-7
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge .............. .2-7
Theft (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start .................. .2-29
Three-way catalyst ............... .5-2
Tilt/telescopic steering .............3-21
Tire Tire replacement indicator ........2-23
Tire rotation ................ 8-37
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning
light ...................... .2-13
Tires Flat tire ................... .6-2
Low tire pressure warning system ....5-3
Spare tire ................. 8-40
Tire and Loading information label . . . 8-32
Tire chains ................. 8-37
Tire dressing ................7-4
Tire pressure ................ 8-30
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ....................5-3
Types of tires ............... 8-36
Uniform tire quality grading .......9-20
Wheels and tires ............. 8-30
Wheel/tire size ...............9-9
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