2012 INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE key battery

5-56Starting and driving
stable surface.
. If wheels or tires other than the INFINITI
recommended ones are used, the VDC
system may not operate properly and
the VDC warning light
may illumi-
nate.
. The VDC system is not a substitute for
winter tires or tire chains on a snow
covered road.
GUID-B293D084-3604-45BD-A663-CF453888F902
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCKGUID-2C882469-11A3-4715-8BCB-FA19FFE0887FTo prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
deicer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before
inserting it into the key hole or use the
Intelligent Key system.
ANTIFREEZEGUID-C3261124-A271-4B19-A25E-63CCB5008F6AIn the winter when it is anticipated that the
outside temperature will drop below 328F
(08C), check antifreeze to assure proper
winter protection. For additional informa-
tion, see “Engine cooling system” (P.8-8).
BATTERYGUID-F9CBEBD7-C133-422D-A36C-05EFDC8A701EIf the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
For additional information, see “Battery”
(P.8-15).
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATERGUID-52E88C59-7722-46BD-A12A-8762FEB37D9CIf the vehicle is to be left outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, in-
cluding the engine block. Refill before
operating the vehicle. For details, see
“Engine cooling system” (P.8-8).
TIRE EQUIPMENTGUID-A19A4B63-2858-43F2-970D-016811637FE9SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
provide superior performance on dry pave-
ment. However, the performance of these
tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
and icy conditions. If you operate your
vehicle on snowy or icy roads, INFINITI
recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or
ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.
Consult an INFINITI retailer for the tire
type, size, speed rating and availability
information.
For additional traction on icy roads,
studded tires may be used. However, some
U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohi-
bit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing studded
tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
Tire chains may be used. For details, see
“Tire chains”(P.8-35) of this manual.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING

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 ...
........................................... 8-3
Explanation of maintenance items ...
................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ...
..................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ...
................... 8-7
VQ37VHR engine ...
............................................. 8-7
Engine cooling system ...
......................................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level ...
......................... 8-9
Changing engine coolant ...
................................. 8-9
Engine oil ...
.......................................................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ...
............................... 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ...
....................... 8-10
Automatic transmission fluid ...
............................. 8-12
Power steering fluid ...
........................................... 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ...
....................................... 8-13
Brake fluid ...
.................................................... 8-14
Clutch fluid (if so equipped) ...
.......................... 8-14
Window washer fluid ...
......................................... 8-14
Battery ...
.............................................................. 8-15
Jump starting ...
................................................ 8-17
Variable voltage control system ...
......................... 8-17 Drive belt
...
.......................................................... 8-17
Spark plugs ...
...................................................... 8-18
Replacing spark plugs ...
................................. 8-18
Air cleaner ...
........................................................ 8-19
Windshield wiper blades ...
................................... 8-20
Cleaning ...
...................................................... 8-20
Replacing ...
..................................................... 8-20
Brakes ...
.............................................................. 8-21
Self-adjusting brakes ...
................................... 8-21
Brake pad wear warning ...
.............................. 8-21
Fuses ...
................................................................ 8-22
Engine compartment ...
.................................... 8-22
Passenger compartment ...
............................... 8-23
Intelligent Key battery replacement ...
................... 8-24
Lights ...
................................................................ 8-26
Headlights ...
................................................... 8-26
Exterior and interior lights ...
........................... 8-27
Wheels and tires ...
............................................... 8-29
Tire pressure ...
............................................... 8-29
Tire labeling ...
................................................ 8-32
Types of tires ...
............................................... 8-34
Tire chains ...
................................................... 8-35
Changing wheels and tires ...
........................... 8-35

vehicle has been parked for a while. Water
dripping from the air conditioner after use
is normal. If you should notice any leaks or
if gasoline fumes are evident, check for the
cause and have it corrected immediately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:
Check the level with the engine off. Check
the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses:Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects,
leaves, etc., that may have accumulated.
Make sure the hoses have no cracks,
deformation, rot or loose connections.
Underbody: The underbody is frequently
exposed to corrosive substances such as
those used on icy roads or to control dust.
It is very important to remove these
substances, otherwise rust will form on
the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around
the exhaust system. At the end of winter,
the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to
clean those areas where mud and dirt may
accumulate. For additional information,
see “Cleaning exterior” (P.7-2).
Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there
is adequate fluid in the reservoir.
GUID-10AF39EE-6E4C-416A-9D4D-B725EAC05CA0When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury to
yourself or damage to the vehicle. The
following are general precautions which
should be closely observed.
WARNING
. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply
the parking brake securely and block the
wheels to prevent the vehicle from
moving. For manual transmission mod-
els, move the shift lever to N (Neutral).
For automatic transmission models,
move the selector lever to P (Park).
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
. Never connect or disconnect the battery
or any transistorized component while
the ignition switch is in the ON position.
. Never leave the engine or automatic
transmission related component har-
nesses disconnected while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
. Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.
. If you must run the engine in an
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come on
at any time without warning, even if the
ignition key is in the OFF position and
the engine is not running. To avoid
injury, always disconnect the negative
battery cable before working near the
fan.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

8-24Maintenance and do-it-yourself
necessary to replace it. Replace only the
open fuse in the switch with a new fuse.
How to remove the extended storage
switch:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C4071. To remove the extended storage switch,be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF position.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs
*1found on
each side of the storage switch.
5. Pull the storage switch straight out from the fuse box
*2.
GUID-1F9B8636-7E6E-45E3-956E-110F7CC84D80
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
SDI2451
Replace the battery as follows:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of theIntelligent Key and remove the mechan-
ical key.
2. Insert a flat-blade screwdriver wrapped with a cloth into the slit of the corner
and twist it to separate the upper part
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT

10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)...
......................... 5-53
Advanced air bag system ...
.................................. 1-40
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ...
............................. 1-40
Door-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
....................... 1-45
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
...... 1-42
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
....................... 1-45
Air bag warning labels ...
...................................... 1-48
Air bag warning light ...
............................... 1-48, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter ...
................................... 8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service ...
................................. 4-39
Air conditioner specification label ...
................ 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
................... 4-39, 9-7
Automatic climate control ...
............................ 4-30
In-cabin microfilter ...
....................................... 4-38
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ...
................................................ 2-28
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...
.................................. 5-8
Antenna ...
............................................................ 4-83
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
......................... 5-53
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ...
.... 2-10
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ...
................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ...
................................ 7-4
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) ...
.... 2-43 Audible reminders
...
............................................ 2-16
Audio operation precautions ...
............................. 4-39
Audio system ...
.................................................... 4-39
Steering wheel audio controls ...
...................... 4-81
Auto closure ...
..................................................... 3-30
Autolight system ...
............................................... 2-34
Automatic Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ...
............................................ 2-50
Automatic climate control ...
.................. 4-31, 4-34
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-12
Climate control ...
............................................ 4-30
Door locks ...
..................................................... 3-6
Drive positioner ...
........................................... 3-38
Driving with automatic transmission ...
............ 5-13
Seat positioner ...
............................................ 3-38
Average fuel consumption and speed ...
................ 2-25
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
............................ 5-7
B
Battery ...
.............................................................. 8-15
Battery saver system ...
................................... 2-35
Intelligent Key ...
.............................................. 8-24
Variable voltage control system ...
................... 8-17
Before starting the engine ...
................................ 5-12
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-84
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-95 Bluetooth
®streaming audio
...
............................. 4-66
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
.................... 5-53
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-13
Brake fluid ...
................................................... 8-14
Brake system ...
............................................... 5-50
Parking brake operation ...
............................... 5-20
Warning light ...
............................................... 2-11
Break-in schedule ...
............................................. 5-45
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ...
.................................. 4-9
Instrument panel ...
......................................... 2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ...
............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement ...
.............................................. 8-26
C
Cabin air filter ...
................................................... 4-38
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...
...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...
...................................... 4-83
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ...
................ 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ...
............. 4-80
Center multi-function control panel ...
..................... 4-3
Child restraints ...
................................................. 1-19
Child Restraint Lower Anchors ...
...................... 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ...
..................... 1-19
Child safety ...
...................................................... 1-17
Chimes, Audible reminders ...
............................... 2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ...
........................... 2-43
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ...
............................... 8-22

10-4
Intelligent Key battery discharge indicator...
........ 2-19
Intelligent Key insertion indicator ...
...................... 2-19
Intelligent Key removal indicator ...
....................... 2-19
Intelligent Key system ...
......................................... 3-7
Battery replacement ...
..................................... 8-24
Key operating range ...
....................................... 3-9
Key operation ...
.............................................. 3-10
Warning light ...
............................................... 2-12
Warning signals ...
........................................... 3-12
Intelligent Key warning light ...
............................. 2-12
Interior light control switch ...
............................... 2-51
Interior light replacement ...
.................................. 8-27
Interior lights ...
.................................................... 2-51
Interior trunk lid release ...
................................... 3-31
iPod
®player operation ...
..................................... 4-71
ISOFIX child restraint ...
........................................ 1-21
J
Jump starting ...
.................................................... 6-13
K
Keyless entry (See remote keyless
entry system) ...
.................................................... 3-14
Keys ...
................................................................... 3-3
For Intelligent Key system ...
.............................. 3-7
L
Labels
Air bag warning labels ...
................................. 1-48 Air conditioner specification label
...
................ 9-13
Emission control information label ...
............... 9-12
Engine serial number ...
................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
........ 9-12
Tire and Loading information label ...
...... 8-30, 9-13
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ...
.............. 9-11
License plate, Installing front license plate ...
....... 9-13
Light Air bag warning light ...
................................... 1-48
Bulb replacement ...
......................................... 8-26
Fog light switch ...
........................................... 2-37
Headlight switch ...
.......................................... 2-34
Headlights bulb replacement ...
....................... 8-26
Indicator lights ...
............................................ 2-15
Interior light control switch ...
.......................... 2-51
Interior lights ...
............................................... 2-51
Map lights ...
................................................... 2-51
Replacement ...
................................................ 8-26
Trunk light ...
................................................... 2-52
Vanity mirror lights ...
...................................... 2-52
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ...
........................................ 2-10
Xenon headlights ...
......................................... 2-33
Lights, Exterior and interior light replacement ...
... 8-27
Loading information (See vehicle
loading information) ...
......................................... 9-17
Lock Automatic door locks ...
..................................... 3-6
Door locks ...
..................................................... 3-5
Power door lock ...
............................................. 3-5
Trunk lid ...
...................................................... 3-29 Locking with mechanical key
...
............................... 3-5
Low fuel warning ...
.............................................. 2-20
Low tire pressure warning light ...
......................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ...
..... 5-4
Low washer fluid warning ...
................................. 2-20
M
Maintenance
Battery ...
......................................................... 8-15
General maintenance ...
............................. 8-2, 8-3
Indicators for maintenance ...
........................... 2-23
Inside the vehicle ...
.......................................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ...
............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ...
............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ...
........................................ 8-3
Seat belt maintenance ...
................................. 1-17
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...
....................... 2-15
Map lights ...
........................................................ 2-51
Master warning light ...
......................................... 2-13
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ...
.............. 3-4
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ...
..... 3-39
Meter Trip computer ...
.............................................. 2-25
Meters and gauges ...
............................................. 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...
...................... 2-37
Mirror
Inside mirror ...
................................................ 3-35
Outside mirrors ...
............................................ 3-36
Vanity mirror ...
................................................ 3-37
Monitor, Rearview monitor ...
................................ 4-23