2012 INFINITI G37 with oil filter

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]4-12 Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systemsMaintenance information GUID-6CA2CDFA-FC15-42AA-9EFD-CE037A72365B
The maintenance intervals can be dis-
played for the engine oil, oil filter, tire
and other reminders.
To set a maintenance interval, select a
preferred item from the list.
You can also set to display a message to
remind you that the maintenance needs to
be performed.
The following example shows how to set
the engine oil maintenance information.
Use the same steps to set the other
maintenance information.
1. Set the interval (mileage) of the main-
tenance schedule. To determine the
recommended maintenance interval,
refer to your “ INFINITI Service and
Maintenance Guide ” .
2. To display the reminder automatically
when the desired distance is reached,
select the “ Reminder ” key.
3. Reset the driving distance to the new
maintenance schedule.
4. To return to the previous screen, push
the BACK button.
The unit can be converted between “ US ”
and “ Metric ” . (See “ How to use SETTING button ” (P.4-14).)
SAA3003
Models with navigation system
SAA1611
Models without navigation system

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]. The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by an INFINITI retailer because
the fuel lines are under high pressure
even when the engine is off.
CAUTION. Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluid.
This “ 8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself ”
section gives instructions regarding only
those items which are relatively easy for an
owner to perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also
available. (See “ Owner ’ s Manual/Service
Manual order information ” (P.9-28).)
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and could affect your warranty coverage. If in
doubt about any servicing, we recommend
that it be done by an INFINITI retailer.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-7

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]GUID-FB0623EB-5FAD-40C4-9AB0-442E7E1A0410
SDI2505
VQ25HR engine
SDI2045
VQ37VHR engine CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL GUID-EB400D20-7A84-4713-89BD-9708FBC8D001
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operat-
ing temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check
the oil level. It should be within the
range
* 1
. If the oil level is below
* 2
,
remove the oil filler cap and pour
recommended oil through the opening.
Do not overfill
* 3
.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the break-
in period, depending on the severity of
operating conditions.
CAUTION Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insufficient
amount of oil can damage the engine, and such damage is not covered by warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER GUID-8EFE39B7-109C-4EBB-91A7-80DFF961CBD7
Vehicle set-up GUID-4BC77A05-BF08-445F-911E-85628C534413
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operat-
ing temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a
suitable floor jack and safety jack
stands. .
Place the safety jack stands under
the vehicle jack-up points. .
A suitable adapter should be at-
tached to the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the plastic engine undercover.
a. Remove the small plastic clip at the
center point of the undercover.
b. Then remove the other bolts that
hold the undercover in place.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
8-11ENGINE OIL

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourselfCAUTIONMake sure the correct lifting and support
points are used to avoid vehicle damage.
SDI2335
Two-wheel drive (2WD) models (VQ25HR/
VQ37VHR engine)
Engine oil and filter GUID-189A8074-AB5D-4F02-B5E6-2CEF3A0EAAE3
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain
plug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
* 1
with a
wrench and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot. SDI2047
All-wheel drive (AWD) models (VQ25HR/
VQ37VHR engine) .
Waste oil must be disposed of
properly. .
Check your local regulations.
4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the
engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter
* 2
with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning
it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting
surface with a clean rag.

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]CAUTIONBe sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine
damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a
slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:
11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with
a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench.
Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and
install the oil filler cap securely.
See “ Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ” (P.9-2) for drain and refill capacity. The drain and refill
capacity depends on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time. Use these specifi-
cations for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage
around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation GUID-28B45484-D2E9-4712-897E-4EBAD29B4BC7
1. Install the engine undercover into
position as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic
clip out.
b. Hold the engine undercover into
position.
c. Insert the clip through the under-
cover into the hole in the frame, then
push the center of the clip in to lock
the clip in place.
d. Install the other bolts that hold the
undercover in place. Be careful not
to strip the bolts or over-tighten
them. 2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the
ground.
3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.
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.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]9-2 Technical and consumer information GUID-83DC73A1-0226-4579-85B6-0002CD56C740
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 20 gal 16-5/8 gal 76 See “ Fuel recommendation ” (P.9-4).
Engine oil (VQ37VHR)*1
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark*2*3
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt 4.9
Without oil filter change 4-7/8 qt 4 qt 4.6
Engine oil (VQ25HR)*1
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5 qt 4-1/8 qt 4.7
Without oil filter change 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
Cooling system (VQ37VHR)
Automatic transmission
model With reservoir 9 qt 7-1/2 qt 8.5
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalentReservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Manual transmission model With reservoir 9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Cooling system (VQ25HR)
AWD With reservoir 9-1/4 qt 7-3/4 qt 8.8
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
2WD With reservoir 8-3/4 qt 7-1/4 qt 8.3
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
Manual transmission gear oil — — — Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4, Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil — — — For 7A/T 2WD models:
API GL-5 Synthetic Gear Oil Viscosity SAE 75W-90*6
All other models:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE
80W-90*5
Transfer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*7CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]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 and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*9 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease
Without limited slip differential — — —
NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
With limited slip differential — — —
Air conditioning system refrigerant — — — HFC-134a (R-134a)*10
Air conditioning system lubricants — — — NISSAN A/C System Oil
Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1:
For additional information, see “ Engine oil ” (P.8-11) for changing engine oil.
*2: INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at an INFINITI retailer.
*3: For additional information, see “ Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ” (P.9-6).
*4: 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.
*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32 8 F (0 8 C).
*6: See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.
*7: Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.
*8: DEXRON TM
VI type ATF may also be used.
*9: Available in mainland USA through an INFINITI retailer.
*10: For additional information, see “ Vehicle identification ” (P.9-12) for air conditioner specification label.
Technical and consumer information
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]9-6 Technical and consumer informationlimited warranty.
. E-85 is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi-
fied by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for that
region. STI0505
1. API certification mark
2. API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION GUID-5DAF484B-5225-4882-BA4B-DB4830EFE0AF
Selecting the correct oil GUID-7E56B07C-FA31-476B-909A-6FD2C08A7626
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see “ Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ” (P.9-2). INFINITI recommends
the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standar-
dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additives GUID-11AD1E70-8EAE-4D70-880A-3AA3882862D5
INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.