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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISS AN/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SRS AIR BAG”.
 Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
 When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s)
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
 When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
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NOTE:
 Before removing and installing any control units, first tu rn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect bot h battery cables.
 After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
 Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnos is according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the bat tery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro-
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. (At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock wi ll remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
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 Disconnect battery negative terminal in advance.
 Disconnect air bag system line in advance.
 Never tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.
 Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
 When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, that may get
in the way with a shop cloth.
 When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, cover the tool surface with vinyl tape to protect parts.
 Keep removed parts protected with a shop cloth.
 If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.
 If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.
 Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.
 After reassembly is complete, check that each part functions correctly.
 Remove stains via the following procedure.
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping off the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain:
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3%), dip the cloth, then wipe off the stain with the
cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then wipe off the detergent completely. Then
wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.
 Never use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine.
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[ ]:Number indicates step in removal procedures.
WARNING:
Before servicing, turn igni tion switch OFF, disconnect battery ne gative terminal, and wait 3 minutes or
more.
CAUTION:
When removing, always use a remover tool that is made of plastic.
REMOVAL
1. Remove instrument lower cover.
1. Pull disengaged pawls downward.
2. Pull back instrument lower cover.
3. Disconnect harness connectors.
Squawker LH [20] [20]
Instrument lower panel LH [21] [2] [2] [21]
Disconnect meter control switch
harness connector [22] [3] [3] [22]
Driver air bag module [23] [23]
Steering wheel [24] [24]
Steering column cover [25] [25]
Combination switch [26] [26]
Spiral cable [27] [27]
Cluster lid A [28] [4] [4] [28]
Combination meter [29] [5] [29]
Instrument finisher A [5]
Upper ventilator grille [30] [30]
Center speaker [31] [31]
Cluster lid C [32] [6] [6] [32]
Cluster lid C lower [33] [7] [33]
AV control unit [34] [8] [34]
Cluster lid D [35] [7] [35]
Front display unit [36] [8] [36]
instrument panel assembly
mounting screws and bolts [37] [37]
Squawker LH harness clip [38] [38]
Instrument panel assembly [39] [39]
Instrument finisher B [40]
PA R T S
INSTRU-
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METER FRONT
DISPLAY UNIT AV c o n t r o l
unit INSTRU-
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FINISHER A INSTRU-
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FINISHER B CENTER
CONSOLE
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3. Remove center console assembly front fixing screws (B).
4. Lift up center console assembly back side, and then remove center console assembly.
17. Remove front body side welt LH. Refer to INT-20, "
BODY SIDE WELT : Removal and Installation".
18. Remove front pillar garnish LH. Refer to INT-19, "
FRONT PILLAR GARNISH : Removal and Installation".
19. Remove speaker grille LH. 1. Disengage speaker grille LH fixing pawls with remover tool (A).
2. Pull up speaker grille LH.
CAUTION:
Apply protective tape (B) on the part to protect it from dam-
age.
20. Remove squawker LH. Refer to AV-218, "
Removal and Installation".
21. Remove instrument lower panel LH. 1. Remove food opener lever fixing bolts. Refer to DLK-238, "
Removal and Installation"
2. Pull back instrument lower panel LH, and then disengage
the clips and pawl.
3. Disconnect harness connectors and aspirator duct.
22. Disconnect meter control s witch harness connector (A).
23. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SR-11, "
Removal and Installation".
24. Remove steering wheel. Refer to ST-33, "
Removal and Installation".
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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R180A :
Draining ..................................................................
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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R180A : Re-
filling .......................................................................
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R230 ............. ...25
REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R230 : Inspec-
tion ..........................................................................
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R230 : Drain-
ing ...........................................................................
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R230 : Refill-
ing ...........................................................................
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WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) .....................26
WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) : Adjust-
ment ..................................................................... ...
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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS ........................27
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Inspection ...28
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES ............................... ...28
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Inspection .............28
BRAKE FLUID ....................................................... ...28
BRAKE FLUID : Bleeding Brake System ................28
DISC BRAKE ......................................................... ...30
DISC BRAKE : Inspection ......................................30
DISC BRAKE : Front Disc Brake ............................31
DISC BRAKE : Rear Disc Brake .............................31
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ........................ ...31
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Inspection ......31
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES ............... ...32
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspec-
tion ..........................................................................
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AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS ...........................32
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection .. ...32
DRIVE SHAFT ........................................................ ...33
DRIVE SHAFT : Inspection .....................................33
BODY MAINTENANCE .....................................34
LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH .................. ...34
LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricat-
ing ...........................................................................
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SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS ................................... ...
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SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection .................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .......... ................................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ...
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DRIVE BELTS ........................................................ ...35
DRIVE BELTS : Drive Belts ....................................35
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ...35
ENGINE COOLANT :
Periodical Maintenance Specification ....................
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ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ...35
ENGINE OIL : Periodical Maintenance Specifica-
tion ..........................................................................
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SPARK PLUG ........................................................ ...35
SPARK PLUG : Spark Plug ....................................35
ROAD WHEEL ....................................................... ...35
ROAD WHEEL : Road Wheel .................................35
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Explanation of General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000006287728
General maintenance includes those items which shoul d be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform
checks and inspections themselves or have their INFINITI dealers do them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed fr om time to time, unless otherwise specified.
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.
Item Reference page
Tires Check the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips.
Adjust the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. WT-69
Wheel nuts
When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary. —
Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000km (7,500 miles). If the vehicle is equipped
with different sized tires in the front and rear, tires cannot be rotated. WT-63
Tire Pressure Moni-
toring System (TPMS)
transmitter compo-
nentsReplace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires
are replaced due to wear or age.
WT-66
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf 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. FSU-7
RSU-6
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Windshield wiper
blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the back
door. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make
sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently. MA-34
Lamps
Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head-
lamp aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. —
Item
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Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.
—
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condi-
tion, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in) —
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CHASSIS MAINTENANCE
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem-bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches
the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE)
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BALANCING WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE)
Preparation Before Adjustment
Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the road wheel.
CAUTION:
 Be careful not to scratch th e road wheel during removal.
 After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wi pe clean traces of releasing agent from the road
wheel.
Wheel Balance Adjustment
If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight m ode settings and drive-in weight mode setting, select
and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for road wheels.
1. Set road wheel on tire balance machine using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.
2. When inner and outer unbalance values are shown on the tire balance machine indicator, multiply outer unbalance value by 5/3 to determine balance weight t hat should be used. Select the outer balance weight
with a value closest to the calculated value above and in stall to the designated outer position of, or at the
designated angle in relation to the road wheel.
CAUTION:
 Never install the inner balance weight be fore installing the outer balance weight.
 Before installing the balance weight, always to clean the mating surface of the road wheel.
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Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and
Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to DLN-222, "
General
Specification".
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a. Indicated unbalance value
× 5/3 = balance weight to be installed
Calculation example:
23 g (0.81 oz) × 5/3 = 38.33 g (1.35 oz) ⇒ 37.5 g (1.32 oz) bal-
ance weight (closer to calculated balance weight value)
NOTE:
Note that balance weight value must be closer to the calculated
balance weight value.
Example:
36.2 ⇒ 35 g (1.23 oz)
36.3 ⇒ 37.5 g (1.32 oz)
b. Installed balance weight in the position.  When installing balance weight (1) to road wheels, set it into
the grooved area (A) on the inner wall of the road wheel as
shown in the figure so that the balance weight center (B) is
aligned with the tire balance machine indication position
(angle) (C).
CAUTION:
 Always use genuine NISSAN ad hesion balance weights.
 Balance weights are non-re usable; always replace with
new ones.
 Never install more than four sheets of balance weight.
c. If calculated balance weight value exceeds 50 g (1.76 oz), install two balance weight sheets in line with each other as shown in
the figure.
CAUTION:
Never install one balance weight sheet on top of another.
3. Start the tire balance machine again.
4. Install drive-in balance weight on inner side of road wheel in the tire balance machine indication position (angle).
CAUTION:
Never install more than two balance weight.
5. Start the tire balance machine. Check that the inner and outer residual unbalance value is within the allowable unbalance
value.
CAUTION:
If either residual unbalan ce value exceeds limit, repeat installation procedures.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS
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Dynamic (At flange) : Refer to WT-69, "
Road Wheel".
Static (At flange) : Refer to WT-69, "
Road Wheel".
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