2012 INFINITI G37 oil capacities

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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
8-13

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]9 Technical and consumer information Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants .......... 9-2
Fuel recommendation ......................................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ............ 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ................................ 9-7
Specifications ......................................................... 9-8
Engine ................................................................ 9-8
Wheels and tires ................................................ 9-9
Dimensions ...................................................... 9-11
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country .................................................... 9-11
Vehicle identification ............................................ 9-12
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate .......... 9-12
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................................. 9-12
Engine serial number ....................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-13
Emission control information label ................... 9-13
Tire and loading information label .................... 9-14
Air conditioner specification label ..................... 9-14
Installing front license plate ................................. 9-15
Sedan .............................................................. 9-15 Coupe (except for INFINITI Performance Line,
Aerodynamic Package models) ........................ 9-17
Coupe (INFINITI Performance Line,
Aerodynamic Package models) ........................ 9-19
Vehicle loading information .................................. 9-20
Terms ............................................................. 9-20
Vehicle load capacity ...................................... 9-21
Loading tips .................................................... 9-22
Measurement of weights ................................. 9-23
Towing a trailer .................................................... 9-23
Flat towing ...................................................... 9-23
Uniform tire quality grading ................................. 9-24
Treadwear ....................................................... 9-24
Traction AA, A, B and C ................................... 9-24
Temperature A, B and C .................................. 9-24
Emission control system warranty ........................ 9-25
Reporting safety defects ....................................... 9-26
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) .............................................................. 9-27
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .................................. 9-27
Owner ’ s Manual/Service Manual
order information ................................................. 9-28

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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 ]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.

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]10-2 CCabin air filter ...................................................... 4-40
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ......... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ......................................... 4-89
Card holder .......................................................... 2-49
Cargo net retainers .............................................. 2-51
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................... 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ................ 4-86
Center multi-function control panel ........................ 4-3
Child restraints .................................................... 1-23
LATCH system ................................................. 1-25
Precautions on child restraints ........................ 1-23
Child safety ......................................................... 1-21
Child safety rear door lock ..................................... 3-6
Chimes
Audible reminders .......................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime .................. 2-17
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays .............................. 2-44
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................. 8-24
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control, Automatic climate control ........... 4-31
Clock ................................................................... 2-42
Clutch fluid .......................................................... 8-15
Coat hooks .......................................................... 2-50
Cockpit .................................................................. 2-3
Cold weather driving ............................................ 5-58
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ...... 4-60
Compact spare tire .............................................. 8-43
Compass ................................................................ 2-9
Console box ......................................................... 2-48 Controller, Center multi-function control panel ....... 4-5
Controls
Control panel button ......................................... 4-3
INFINITI Controller ............................................. 4-5
Coolant
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ................................ 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ......................... 8-10
Corrosion protection .............................................. 7-6
Cruise control ...................................................... 5-21
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ...... 5-41
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............. 5-23
Cup holders ......................................................... 2-45
Current fuel consumption ..................................... 2-26
DDaytime running light system .............................. 2-37
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................... 2-34
Dimensions .......................................................... 9-11
Distance to empty ................................................ 2-26
Door/trunk open warning ..................................... 2-23
Dot matrix liquid crystal display .......................... 2-20
Drive belts ........................................................... 8-19
Drive positioner ................................................... 3-31
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...................................... 5-45
Cold weather driving ....................................... 5-58
Driving with automatic transmission ............... 5-14
Driving with manual transmission ................... 5-18 Precautions when starting and driving .............. 5-3
DS (Drive Sport) mode ......................................... 5-16
DVD player operation ........................................... 4-62
E Economy, Fuel ...................................................... 5-45
Elapsed time ........................................................ 2-26
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................... 2-26
Emission control information label ....................... 9-13
Emission control system warranty ........................ 9-25
Engine
Before starting the engine .............................. 5-12
Break-in schedule ........................................... 5-45
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................... 9-2
Changing engine coolant ................................ 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-11
Checking engine coolant level ......................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ................................ 8-11
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-8
Emergency engine shut off .............................. 5-11
Engine compartment check locations ................ 8-8
Engine cooling system ...................................... 8-9
Engine oil ....................................................... 8-11
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........... 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ..................... 2-24
Engine oil viscosity ........................................... 9-7
Engine serial number ...................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ........................................ 9-8
Engine start operation indicator (Automatic
Transmission models) ..................................... 2-22

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ..................................... 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ................................. 6-10
Starting the engine ......................................... 5-13
Entry/exit function ............................................... 3-31
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .................................. 9-27
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................. 5-3
FF.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ................ 9-13
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ................................. 8-21
Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-11
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ....... 2-39
Flat tire .................................................................. 6-2
Flat towing ........................................................... 9-23
Floor mat cleaning ................................................. 7-5
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) .................. 8-14
Brake and clutch fluid ..................................... 8-15
Brake fluid ...................................................... 8-15
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................... 9-2
Engine coolant .................................................. 8-9
Engine oil ....................................................... 8-11
Power steering fluid ........................................ 8-14
Window washer fluid ...................................... 8-16
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................... 4-57
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-39
Front passenger air bag and status light .............. 1-49 Front power seat adjustment .................................. 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ........................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints .......................... 1-12
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................... 9-2
Fuel economy .................................................. 5-45
Fuel economy information (display) ................. 4-11
Fuel octane rating ............................................. 9-4
Fuel recommendation ........................................ 9-4
Fuel-filler cap .................................................. 3-23
Fuel-filler door ................................................ 3-23
Gauge ............................................................... 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ................................ 3-25
Fuses ................................................................... 8-24
Fusible links ........................................................ 8-24
GGarage door opener, HomeLink ®
Universal Transceiver ........................................... 2-59
Gas cap ............................................................... 3-23
Gauge .................................................................... 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-8
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 2-9
Odometer .......................................................... 2-7
Speedometer .................................................... 2-7
Tachometer ....................................................... 2-8
Trip computer ................................................. 2-26
General maintenance ...................................... 8-3, 8-4
Glove box ............................................................ 2-47
Golf bag stowing ................................................. 2-51 H Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth ®
(models with navigation system) .......................... 4-90
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth ®
(models without navigation system) ................... 4-100
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................. 2-39
Head restraints ...................................................... 1-9
Headlights
Bulb replacement ............................................ 8-30
Headlight switch ............................................. 2-35
Xenon headlights ............................................ 2-34
Heated seats ....................................................... 2-40
Heater, Automatic climate control ........................ 4-31
HomeLink ®
Universal Transceiver ......................... 2-59
Hood release ....................................................... 3-18
Hook, Coat hooks ................................................ 2-50
Horn .................................................................... 2-40
I Ignition switch
(Push-button) .................................................... 5-9
Manual transmission models .......................... 5-18
Immobilizer system .............................................. 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ............................................... 4-40
Indicator
Dot matrix display .......................................... 2-20
Lights ............................................................. 2-18
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ..................... 2-30
INFINITI voice recognition system ....................... 4-114
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ................. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ........ 3-33
Meter, Trip computer ............................................ 2-26
Meters and gauges ................................................ 2-6
Instrument brightness control ......................... 2-38
Mirror
Inside mirror ................................................... 3-28
Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-29
Vanity mirror ................................................... 3-31
Monitor, Rearview monitor ................................... 4-23
Moonroof ............................................................. 2-55
NNew vehicle break-in ............................................ 5-45
No key warning .................................................... 2-22
OOdometer ............................................................... 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................... 5-7
Oil
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................... 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ......................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level ................................ 8-11
Engine oil ....................................................... 8-11
Engine oil viscosity ........................................... 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ........................ 2-24
Operation, Indicators for operation ...................... 2-22
Outside air temperature ....................................... 2-27
Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-29 Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ...................... 6-10
Owner ’ s Manual/Service Manual
order information ................................................. 9-28
PPanic alarm ......................................................... 3-15
Parking
Brake break-in ................................................ 5-51
Parking brake operation .................................. 5-20
Parking brake release warning ........................ 2-23
Parking on hills .............................................. 5-47
Personal lights ..................................................... 2-57
Phone
Bluetooth ®
hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ..................... 4-90
Bluetooth ®
hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) .............. 4-100
Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-89
Power
Front seat adjustment ....................................... 1-3
Power door lock ................................................ 3-4
Power outlet ................................................... 2-43
Power steering fluid ........................................ 8-14
Power steering system .................................... 5-50
Power windows ............................................... 2-52
Precautions
Audio operation .............................................. 4-41
Braking precautions ........................................ 5-51
Child restraints ............................................... 1-23
Cruise control ................................................. 5-21
Maintenance ..................................................... 8-6 Seat belt usage .............................................. 1-14
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-41
When starting and driving ................................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts ............................................. 1-16
Predictive course line settings ............................. 4-29
Preview function .................................................. 5-52
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) .................................................... 5-44
Preview Function warning light ............................. 2-16
Push starting ....................................................... 6-10
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models) .......................................... 2-22
Push-button ignition switch .......................... 5-9, 5-10
R Radio ................................................................... 4-41
Car phone or CB radio .................................... 4-89
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...................................................... 4-57
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ........................... 2-33
Rapid air pressure loss .......................................... 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
(US only) ............................................................. 9-27
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock ............ 3-6
Rear seats ............................................................. 1-7
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ................................................... 2-34
Rearview monitor ................................................. 4-23
Recorders, Event data .......................................... 9-27
Registering your vehicle in another country ......... 9-11
Remote keyless entry system ............................... 3-14
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]11 Gas station information GUID-DD68199B-CD7B-4ADD-95E6-126A4076593D
FUEL RECOMMENDATION: GUID-1B6BB97F-75F9-4567-9053-03BBB2C3A45D
VQ25HR engine GUID-DECF13E8-0D22-45CE-9350-2A04A0BCABEB
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded
premium gasoline with an octane rating of
at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number
(Research octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not
available, you may use unleaded regular
gasoline with an octane rating of at least
87 AKI number (Research octane number
91), but you may notice a decrease in
performance.
VQ37VHR engine GUID-A82B36D0-F5D9-47B7-A46D-54B892BED13A
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number
96).
If premium gasoline is not available,
unleaded regular gasoline with an octane
rating of 87 AKI number (Research octane
number 91) may be temporarily used, but
only under the following precautions:
. Have the fuel tank filled only partially
with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill
up with unleaded premium gasoline as
soon as possible. . Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt
acceleration.
However, for maximum vehicle perfor-
mance, the use of unleaded premium
gasoline is recommended.
CAUTION . Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control systems, and may also affect
warranty coverage.
. Under no circumstances should a leaded
gasoline be used, since this will damage
the three way catalyst.
. Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed to run on E-85
fuel. Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel
system components and is not covered
by the INFINITI vehicle limited warranty.
For additional information, see “ Capacities
and recommended fuel/lubricants ” (P.9-2).ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION: GUID-E3AAAF04-EC4A-4F4A-9D25-EB2E888A7574
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See “ Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ” (P.9-2) for engine oil and oil
filter recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES: GUID-959E7B8F-7B50-4AFD-8817-D07D3757D905
The label is typically located on the driver
side center pillar or on the driver ’ s door.
For additional information, see “ Wheels
and tires ” (P.8-33).
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION: GUID-BA3159B7-2BCC-4411-A559-5871D6C9235F
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations
outlined in the “ Break-in schedule ” (P.5-
45) of this Owner ’ s Manual. Follow these
recommendations for the future reliability
and economy of your new vehicle.GAS STATION INFORMATION