2011 INFINITI M wiper blades

RAIN-SENSING AUTO WIPER SYSTEM
The rain-sensing auto wiper system can auto-
matically turn on the wipers and adjust the
wiper speed depending on the rainfall and the
vehicle speed by using the rain sensor located
on the upper part of the windshield.
To set the rain-sensing auto wiper system, push
the lever down to the AUTO position
1. The
wiper will sweep once while the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
The rain sensor sensitivity level can be adjusted
by turning the knob toward the front
2(High)
or toward the rear
3(Low).
● High — High sensitive operation
● Low — Low sensitive operation To turn the rain-sensing auto wiper system off,
push up the lever to the OFF position, or pull
down the lever to the LO or HI position.
CAUTION
Do not touch the rain sensor and around it when
the wiper switch is in the AUTO position and the
ignition switch is in the ON position. The wipers
may operate unexpectedly and cause to an in-
jury or a wiper damage.
● The rain-sensing auto wipers are intended for
use during rain. If the switch is left in the
AUTO position, the wipers may operate unex-
pectedly when dirt, fingerprints, oil film or
insects are stuck on or around the sensor.
The wipers may also operate when exhaust
gas or moisture affect the rain sensor.
● The rain-sensing auto wipers may not oper-
ate if rain does not hit the rain sensor even if
it is raining.
● When the windshield glass is coated with
water repellent, the speed of the rain-
sensing auto wipers may be higher even
though the amount of the rainfall is small.
● Be sure to turn off the rain-sensing auto wiper
system when you use a car wash. ●
Using genuine wiper blades is recommended
for proper operation of the rain-sensing auto
wiper system. (See “WINDSHIELD WIPER
BLADES” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section for wiper blade replace-
ment.)
SIC4190
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SPECIAL WINTER EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that the following items be
carried in the vehicle during winter:
●A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove
ice and snow from the windows and wiper
blades.
● A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the
jack to give it firm support.
● A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
● Extra window washer fluid to refill the reser-
voir tank.
DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE
WARNING
● Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain), very
cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to
drive on. The vehicle will have much less
traction or “grip” under these conditions.
Try to avoid driving on wet ice until the road
is salted or sanded.
● Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and slow down with care. If accel-
erating or downshifting too fast, the drive
wheels will lose even more traction. ●
Allow more stopping distance under these
conditions. Braking should be started
sooner than on dry pavement.
● Allow greater following distances on slip-
pery roads.
● Watch for slippery spots (glare ice). These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If a patch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake
while on the ice, and avoid any sudden steer-
ing maneuvers.
● Do not use the cruise control on slippery
roads.
● Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases un-
der your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the ex-
haust pipe and from around your vehicle.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (if so
equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist in cold
temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 20°F (7°C) or
lower.
To use the engine block heater
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Open the hood and unwrap the engine
block heater cord.
3. Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3-wire, 3-pronged extension
cord.
4. Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded
110-volt AC (VAC) outlet.
5. The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least2-4hours, depending on
outside temperatures, to properly warm
the engine coolant. Use an appropriate
timer to turn the engine block heater on.
6. Before starting the engine, unplug and properly store the cord to keep it away
from moving parts.
WARNING
●Do not use your engine block heater with an
ungrounded electrical system or a
2-pronged adapter. You can be seriously in-
jured by an electrical shock if you use an
ungrounded connection.
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement.......................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance ........................ 8-2
General maintenance ........................... 8-2
Where to go for service ......................... 8-2
General maintenance .............................. 8-2
Explanation of maintenance items ............... 8-2
Maintenance precautions .......................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................ 8-6
Vk56vd engine ................................. 8-6
VQ37VHR engine ............................... 8-8
Engine cooling system ............................ 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ..................8-10
Changing engine coolant ........................ 8-11
Engine oil ........................................ 8-11
Checking engine oil level .......................8-11
Changing engine oil and filter ..................8-12
Automatic transmission fluid ......................8-14
Power steering fluid .............................. 8-14
Brake fluid ...................................... 8-15
Brake fluid ................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ............................. 8-15
Battery .......................................... 8-16
Jump starting ................................. 8-17
Variable voltage control system ...................8-18Drive belts
....................................... 8-18
Spark plugs ..................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ......................... 8-19
Air cleaner ....................................... 8-19
Windshield wiper blades .......................... 8-20
Cleaning ...................................... 8-20
Replacing ..................................... 8-21
Brakes .......................................... 8-22
Self-adjusting brakes .......................... 8-22
Brake pad wear warning ....................... 8-22
Fuses ........................................... 8-22
Engine compartment ........................... 8-23
Passenger compartment ....................... 8-24
Intelligent Key battery replacement ................8-25
Lights ........................................... 8-27
Headlights .................................... 8-28
Exterior

and interior lights ..................... 8-28
Wheels and tires ................................. 8-30
Tire pressure .................................. 8-30
Tire labeling .................................. 8-34
Types of tires ................................. 8-36
Tire chains ................................... 8-37
Changing wheels and tires..................... 8-37
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When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication fre-
quently.
Lights*:Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and other
lights are all operating properly and installed
securely. Also check headlight aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When checking the
tires, make sure no wheel nuts are missing, and
check for any loose wheel nuts. Tighten if
necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km). If your vehicle is
equipped with different sized tires in the front
and rear, tires cannot be rotated.
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. If nec-
essary, adjust the pressure in all tires, includ-
ing the spare, to the pressure specified. Check
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) trans-
mitter components: Replace the TPMS transmit-
ter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the
tires are replaced due to wear or age.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance: If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the
INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Windshield:
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Have a
damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for cracks or
wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal: Check the pedal for smooth
operation and make sure the pedal does not
catch or require uneven effort. Keep the floor
mat away from the pedal. Automatic transmission P (Park) mechanism:
On
a fairly steep hill, check that your vehicle is held
securely with the selector lever in the P (Park)
position without applying any brakes.
Brake pedal: Check the pedal for smooth opera-
tion. If the brake pedal suddenly goes down
further than normal, the pedal feels spongy or
the vehicle seems to take longer to stop, see an
INFINITI retailer immediately. Keep the floor mat
away from the pedal.
Brakes: Check that the brakes do not pull the
vehicle to one side when applied.
Parking brake: Check the parking brake opera-
tion regularly. The vehicle should be securely
held on a fairly steep hill with only the parking
brake applied. If the parking brake needs ad-
justed, see an INFINITI retailer.
Seat belts: Check that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, adjuster
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly,
and are installed securely. Check the belt web-
bing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.
Seats: Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to ensure
they operate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in every position. Check that the head
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Remove the retainers1as illustrated and pull
out the filter element
2.
The filter element should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the mainte- nance intervals. See “INFINITI Service and Main-
tenance Guide” for maintenance intervals.
When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the
air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp
cloth.
WARNING
●
Operating the engine with the air cleaner
removed can cause you or others to be
burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the
air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. If it
isn’t there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with the air
cleaner removed, and be careful when work-
ing on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
● Never pour fuel into the throttle body or at-
tempt to start the engine with the air cleaner
removed. Doing so could result in serious
injury.
CLEANING
If your windshield is not clear after using the
windshield washer or if a wiper blade chatters
when running, wax or other material may be on
the blade or windshield.
Clean the outside of the windshield with a
washer solution or a mild detergent. Your wind-
shield is clean if beads do not form when
rinsing with clear water.
Clean each blade by wiping it with a cloth
soaked in a washer solution or a mild deter-
gent. Then rinse the blade with clear water. If
your windshield is still not clear after cleaning
the blades and using the wiper, replace the
blades.
Worn windshield wiper blades can damage the
windshield and impair driver vision.
VQ37VHR engine
SDI2546
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
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REPLACING
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
Before replacing the wiper blades, the wiper
should be in the fully up position to avoid
scratching the engine hood or damaging the
wiper arm. To pull up the wiper arm, see
“WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH” in
the “2. Instruments and controls” section.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab
A, and then move
the wiper blade down the wiper arm
1
while pushing the release tab to remove. 3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper
arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so the dimple is in the groove.
CAUTION
●After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position;
otherwise it may be damaged when the hood
is opened.
● Make sure the wiper blades contact the
glass; otherwise the arm may be damaged
from wind pressure. If you wax the surface of the hood, be careful
not to let wax get into the washer nozzle
A.
This may cause clogging or improper wind-
shield washer operation. If wax gets into the
nozzle, remove it with a needle or small pin
B.
Be careful not to damage the nozzle.
SDI2048
SDI2362
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Touch screen system..............4-4
Towing Flat towing ................ .9-19
Towing a trailer .............. 9-19
Tow truck towing ............. 6-12
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system . . . .5-3
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system .....6-2
Trailer towing ................. .9-19
Transceiver, HomeLink Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-57
Transmission Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-14
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-12
Transmission selector lever lock
release ................... 5-15
Transmitter
(See remote keyless entry system) ......3-13
Traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................ .9-10
Trip computer ................. .2-24
Trip odometer ................. .2-25
Trunk Interior trunk lid release ..........3-19
Trunk lid .................. 3-17
Trunk lid release switch ..........3-17
Trunk open request switch ........3-17
Trunk release power cancel switch . . . 3-18
Trunk light .................. .2-56
Trunk pass-through .............. .1-10
Turn signal switch .............. .2-37
U
Underbody cleaning .............. .7-3
Uniform tire quality grading .........9-20 V
Vanity mirror ................. .3-26
Vanity mirror lights ............. .2-56
Variable voltage control system .......8-18
Vehicle Dimensions ................ .9-10
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ....6-15
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off
switch ................... 2-43
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system . . 5-89Vehicle information and settings (display) . . 4-8Vehicle identification number (VIN) ......9-11
Vehicle loading information ..........9-15
Vehicle security system ............2-27
Ventilators .................. .4-30
Voice command (See Bluetooth Hands-Free
Phone System) .............4-87 , 4-101
Voice recognition, Alternate command
mode ..................... .4-122
Voice recognition system ..........4-109
Warning Dot matrix display .............2-19
Hazard warning flasher switch ......2-37
Lane departure warning (LDW) system . . 5-21
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) . . 5-3Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ..................2-9
W
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels . . .1-48
Warning light Air bag warning light ...........1-48 Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light
..................... 2-10
Brake warning light ............2-11
Lane departure warning light .......2-13
Low tire pressure warning light . . . . . 2-13
Seat belt warning light and chime ....2-14
Warning lights ................ .2-10
Warranty, Emission control system
warranty .................... .9-21
Washer switch, Windshield wiper and
washer switch ................ .2-30
Washing .................... .7-2
Waxing ..................... .7-2
Welcome light ................ .2-54
Wheels and tires ............... .8-30
Wheels and tires Care of wheels ............... .7-3
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels . . . . . 7-3
Wheel/tire size ................ .9-9
Window(s) Cleaning .................. .7-3
Power windows .............. 2-49
Window washer fluid ............. .8-15
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . .2-30
Wiper Rain-sensing auto wiper system .....2-31
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . 2-30
Wiper blades ................ 8-20
X
Xenon headlights ............... .2-32
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