2013 INFINITI G CONVERTIBLE engine coolant

0-10Illustrated table of contents
GUID-D0379EF6-3391-4644-9BE5-AE240C2AF6F5
SIC4288
1. Tachometer (P.2-8)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-10)
3. Speedometer (P.2-7)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge(P.2-8) 5.
Dot matrix liquid crystal display/
Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-17)
6. Fuel gauge (P.2-9)
METERS AND GAUGES

GUID-2ED975C1-73AA-48D5-A763-122BCB2FAB12
SSI0345
VQ37VHR ENGINEGUID-FD4E85CB-A015-4203-BE63-133D9C42BAA51. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-22)
2. Battery (P.8-15)
3. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-10)
4. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-13)
5. Clutch fluid reservoir (Manual Trans-mission models) (P.8-13)
6. Window washer fluid reservoir (P.8-14)
7. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-13)
8. Air cleaner (P.8-19) 9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-8)
10. Drive belts location (P.8-18)
11. Engine Coolant reservoir (P.8-8)
12. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-10)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT

2 Instruments and controls
Cockpit...
................................................................ 2-3
Instrument panel ...
................................................. 2-4
Meters and gauges ...
.............................................. 2-6
Speedometer and odometer ...
............................ 2-7
Tachometer ...
...................................................... 2-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...
.................. 2-8
Fuel gauge ...
...................................................... 2-9
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ...
............................................. 2-10
Checking bulbs ...
.............................................. 2-10
Warning lights ...
............................................... 2-10
Indicator lights ...
.............................................. 2-15
Audible reminders ...
......................................... 2-16
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...
........................ 2-17
Indicators for operation ...
................................. 2-19
Indicators for retractable hard top ...
................. 2-22
Indicators for maintenance ...
............................ 2-23
Trip computer ...
................................................ 2-25
Security systems ...
............................................... 2-27
Vehicle Security System ...
................................ 2-27
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ...
.............. 2-29
Windshield wiper and washer switch ...
................. 2-30
Rain-sensing auto wiper system (if
so equipped) ...
................................................. 2-32 Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch
...
................................................ 2-33
Headlight and turn signal switch ...
....................... 2-33
Xenon headlights ...
......................................... 2-33
Headlight switch ...
.......................................... 2-34
Turn signal switch ...
........................................ 2-37
Fog light switch ...
........................................... 2-38
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
.......................... 2-38
Horn ...
................................................................. 2-39
Heated seats (if so equipped) ...
........................... 2-39
Climate controlled seats (if so equipped) ...
.......... 2-40
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch ...
......... 2-42
Clock ...
................................................................. 2-42
Adjusting the time ...
....................................... 2-42
Power outlets ...
.................................................... 2-43
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays (if so equipped) ...
.... 2-44
Front ...
............................................................ 2-44
Rear ...
............................................................. 2-44
Storage ...
............................................................. 2-45
Cup holders ...
................................................. 2-45
Glove box ...
.................................................... 2-46
Console box ...
................................................. 2-47
Storage box (if so equipped) ...
........................ 2-48
Windows ...
........................................................... 2-48
Power windows ...
............................................ 2-48>

2-6Instruments and controls
GUID-3B1C4B3C-B717-470C-B0BA-CE0B8A880581
SIC4288
1. Tachometer (P.2-8)
2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-10)
3. Speedometer (P.2-7)
4. Engine coolant temperature gauge(P.2-8) 5.
Dot matrix liquid crystal display/
Odometer/twin trip odometer
(P.2-17)
6. Fuel gauge (P.2-9) The needle indicators in the speedometer,
tachometer, engine coolant temperature
gauge and fuel gauge may move slightly
after the ignition switch is pushed to the
LOCK position. This is not a malfunction.
METERS AND GAUGES

2-8Instruments and controls
SIC4290
TACHOMETERGUID-31F47AB3-089B-4F11-98B9-D33B93C2EE0FThe tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM).Do not rev
the engine into the red zone
*1.
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce engine
speed. Operating the engine in the red zone
may cause serious engine damage.
SIC4291
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
GUID-F7FF1C42-B04D-447F-9A4A-F307FF0CD0E8The gauge indicates the engine coolant
temperature.
The engine coolant temperature is within
the normal range when the gauge needle
points within the zone
*1shown in the
illustration.
The engine coolant temperature varies with
the outside air temperature and driving
conditions.
CAUTION
If the gauge indicates engine coolant
temperature near the hot (H) end of the
normal range, reduce vehicle speed to
decrease temperature. If gauge is over the
normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as
safely possible. If the engine is overheated,
continued operation of the vehicle may
seriously damage the engine. See “If your
vehicle overheats” (P.6-16) for immediate
action required.

4-38Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
.The outside odor and exhaust gas
detection sensor detects industrial
odors such as pulp or chemicals and
exhaust gas such as gasoline or diesel.
When the automatic intake air control is
ON, for the first 5 minutes, the recircula-
tion mode is selected to prevent dust, dirt
and pollen from entering the vehicle and
cleans the air inside of the vehicle with
Plasmacluster
®ion that are emitted from
the ventilator.
After 5 minutes, the sensor detects outside
odors and exhaust gas and automatically
alternates between the recirculation mode
and outside air circulation mode.
OPERATING TIPSGUID-49AF0854-A2A0-4F7D-B7F0-98CA4B08BF2EWhen the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air
flow from the foot outlets may not operate.
This is not a malfunction. After the coolant
temperature warms up, air will flow nor-
mally from the foot outlets.
SIC2768
The sunload sensor*Aon the instrument
panel helps maintain a constant tempera-
ture. Do not put anything on or around this
sensor.
IN-CABIN MICROFILTERGUID-070CF22D-F703-4656-9B6D-17B643627103To make sure that the air conditioner
heats, defogs and ventilates efficiently,
replace the filter according the specified
maintenance intervals listed in the INFINITI
Service and Maintenance Guide. To replace
the filter, contact an INFINITI retailer.
The filter should be replaced if the air flow
decreases significantly or if windows fog
up easily when operating the heater or air conditioner. A natural grape seed polyphe-
nol filter (if so equipped) collects and
neutralizes dirt, pollen, dust, etc.
SERVICING CLIMATE CONTROLGUID-7B9D0A3E-E813-4349-9F89-91822264DE30The climate control system in your INFINITI
is charged with a refrigerant designed with
the environment in mind.
This refrigerant
will not harm the earth’s ozone layer.
However, special charging equipment and
lubricant are required when servicing your
INFINITI air conditioner. Using improper
refrigerants or lubricants will cause severe
damage to your climate control system.
(See “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” (P.9-2) for climate control sys-
tem refrigerant and lubricant recommenda-
tions.)
Your INFINITI retailer will be able to service
your environmentally friendly climate con-
trol system.
WARNING
The system contains refrigerant under high
pressure. To avoid personal injury, any air
conditioner service should be done only by
an experienced technician with the proper
equipment.

Preview function (Intelligent Cruise Control
system equipped models)...
............................. 5-52
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
..................... 5-54
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ...
............... 5-55
Cold weather driving ...
.......................................... 5-57
Freeing a frozen door lock ...
............................. 5-57
Antifreeze ...
...................................................... 5-57 Battery
...
......................................................... 5-57
Draining of coolant water ...
............................. 5-57
Tire equipment ...
............................................ 5-57
Special winter equipment ...
............................ 5-58
Driving on snow or ice ...
................................. 5-58
Engine block heater (if so equipped) ...
............ 5-58

5-12Starting and driving
GUID-D003D094-8840-4736-B337-1485A661FC0B.Make sure the area around the vehicle
is clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil,
coolant, brake fluid and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are
clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appear-
ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head re-
straints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen-
gers to do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position. (See “Warning/indica-
tor lights and audible reminders” (P.2-
10).)GUID-50357232-D4C2-4AE6-8431-0F23544AEC8E1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Automatic Transmission (AT) model:
Move the selector lever to the P (Park)
or N (Neutral) position. (P is recom-
mended.)
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the selector lever is in either of
the above positions.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position. Depress the clutch pedal fully
to the floor.
The starter is designed not to operate
unless the clutch pedal is fully de-
pressed.
The Intelligent Key must be carried
when operating the ignition switch.
3. Push the ignition switch to the ON position. Depress the brake pedal (AT
model) or the clutch pedal (MT model)
and push the ignition switch to start
the engine.
To start the engine immediately, push
and release the ignition switch while
depressing the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal (MT model) with the
ignition switch in any position..If the engine is very hard to start inextremely cold weather or when
restarting, depress the accelerator
pedal a little (approximately 1/3 to
the floor) and while holding, crank
the engine. Release the accelerator
pedal when the engine starts.
.If the engine is very hard to startbecause it is flooded, depress the
accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and hold it. Push the ignition
switch to the ON position to start
cranking the engine. After 5 or 6
seconds, stop cranking by pushing
the ignition switch to OFF. After
cranking the engine, release the
accelerator pedal. Crank the engine
with your foot off the accelerator
pedal by depressing the brake pedal
and the clutch pedal (MT model) and
pushing the push-button ignition
switch to start the engine. If the
engine starts, but fails to run, repeat
the above procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter for more than 15
seconds at a time. If the engine does not
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE