2013 INFINITI G SEDAN power steering

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securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fraying, wear or damage.
Seats:Check seat position controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
ensure they operate smoothly and that all
latches lock securely in every position.
Check that the head restraints move up
and down smoothly and that the locks (if
so equipped) hold securely in all latched
positions.
Steering wheel: Check for changes in the
steering conditions, such as excessive free
play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that
all warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air
comes out of the defroster outlets properly
and in sufficient quantity when operating
the heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicleGUID-29B64B94-E77F-40DC-A4B2-6B5D542860EDThe maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel). Battery*:
Check the fluid level in each cell.
It should be between the MAX and MIN
lines. Vehicles operated in high tempera-
tures or under severe condition require
frequent checks of the battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery dis-
charge and potential no-start conditions
such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the
brake fluid level is between the MAX and
MIN lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant
level when the engine is cold.
Engine drive belts*: Make sure that no belt
is frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
Exhaust system:
Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the
sound of the exhaust seems unusual or
there is a smell of exhaust fumes, im-
mediately have the exhaust system in-
spected by an INFINITI retailer. (See
“Precautions when starting and driving”
(P.5-3) for exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for
fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the
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 when the fluid is cold,
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.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5
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8-8Maintenance and do-it-yourself
GUID-AFE9B83F-FA8B-4F31-955F-26554D8ED4E6
JVC0332X
VQ37VHR ENGINEGUID-7476C613-7968-488E-A6AE-1408D693BF3B1. Fuse/fusible link holder
2. Battery
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir5. Clutch fluid reservoir (Manual Trans-
mission models)
6. Window washer fluid reservoir
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Air cleaner
9. Radiator filler cap 10. Drive belts
11. Engine coolant reservoir
12. Engine oil dipstick
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK LOCATIONS
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8-14Maintenance and do-it-yourself
GUID-D565E040-B16F-4851-A817-C2480F2A6602
SDI1765A
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked using the
HOT range (
*1: HOT MAX.,*2: HOT MIN.)
at fluid temperatures of 122 to 1768F (50
to 808C) or using the COLD range (
*3:
COLD MAX.,
*4: COLD MIN.) at fluid
temperatures of 32 to 868F (0 to 308C).
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent. Re-
move the cap and fill through the opening.
CAUTION
. Do not overfill.
. Use Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
GUID-7601D96E-EEDD-44AF-87A6-218F86572DA1For further brake and clutch fluid informa-
tion, see “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” (P.9-2) of this manual.
WARNING
.Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contaminated
fluid may damage the brake system. The
use of improper fluids can damage the
brake system and affect the vehicle’s
stopping ability.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Brake fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out
of the reach of children.
CAUTION
Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces.
This will damage the paint. If fluid is spilled,
wash the surface with water.
POWER STEERING FLUID BRAKE AND CLUTCH FLUID
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GUID-943BC148-9A3A-474D-8113-30A996E2E73B
CAUTION
.Do not ground accessories directly to the
battery terminal. Doing so will bypass
the variable voltage control system and
the vehicle battery may not charge
completely.
. Use electrical accessories with the en-
gine running to avoid discharging the
vehicle battery.
The variable voltage control system mea-
sures the amount of electrical discharge
from the battery and controls voltage
generated by the generator.
GUID-2598C543-2A3B-4E05-90F6-3739930B5F0C
SDI2119
1. Power steering fluid pump
2. Alternator
3. Crankshaft pulley
4. Air conditioner compressor
5. Drive belt auto-tensioner
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or
LOCK position before servicing drive belts.
The engine could rotate unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of
unusual wear, cuts, fraying or loosen- ess. If the belt is in poor condition or
loose, have it replaced or adjusted by
an INFINITI retailer.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for condition and tension in accordance
with the maintenance schedule in your
“INFINITI Service and Maintenance
Guide”.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-19
VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL SYSTEM DRIVE BELTS
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9-2Technical and consumer information
GUID-83DC73A1-0226-4579-85B6-0002CD56C740The 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 information”(P.9-4).
Engine oil*1 .Engine oil with API Certification Mark*2*3
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Drain 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
Cooling system
Automatic transmission
model With reservoir 9 qt 7-1/2 qt 8.5
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Manual transmission model With reservoir 9-1/2 qt 7-7/8 qt 9.0
Reservoir
7/8 qt3/4 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*5
All other models:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE
80W-90*6
Transfer fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*7
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.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS
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9-22Technical and consumer information
MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSGUID-50D1912A-C00F-4ED3-8ACC-D24A0397214B
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of
your vehicle. When the vehicle is
loaded, drive to a scale and weigh
the front and the rear wheels sepa-
rately to determine axle loads. In-
dividual axle loads should not
exceed either of the gross axle
weight ratings (GAWR). The total of
the axle loads should not exceed the
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
These ratings are given on the
vehicle certification label. If weight
ratings are exceeded, move or re-
move items to bring all weights
below the ratings.
GUID-BC9945CE-0C0A-468B-8072-EAC4EDA8B7B5Your vehicle was designed to be used to
carry passengers and cargo. INFINITI does
not recommend trailer towing, because it
places additional loads on your vehicle’s
engine, drivetrain, steering, braking, and
other systems.
An INFINITI Towing Guide (U.S. only) is
available on the website at
www.InfinitiUSA.com. This guide includes
information on trailer towing capability and
the special equipment required for proper
towing.
CAUTION
Vehicle damage resulting from towing a
trailer is not covered by INFINITI warranties.
FLAT TOWINGGUID-A4A9B27A-245D-4579-9712-944464AA5082Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on
the ground is sometimes called flat towing.
This method is sometimes used when
towing a vehicle behind a recreational
vehicle, such as a motor home.
CAUTION
.Failure to follow these guidelines can
result in severe transmission damage.
. Whenever flat towing your vehicle, al-
ways tow forward, never backward.
. DO NOT tow any automatic transmission
vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground (flat towing). Doing so WILL
DAMAGE internal transmission parts
due to lack of transmission lubrication.
. DO NOT tow an All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
vehicle with any of the wheels on the
ground. Doing so may cause serious and
expensive damage to the powertrain.
. For emergency towing procedures refer
to“Towing recommended by INFINITI”
(P.6-13) of this manual.
Automatic transmissionGUID-5322E855-87A5-4D73-B422-7DD7455EF723
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models:GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Do not tow an AWD vehicle with any of the
wheels on the ground.
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407To tow a vehicle equipped with an auto-
matic transmission, an appropriate vehicle
TOWING A TRAILER
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Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models)...
.................................. 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ...
.............................. 6-11
Starting the engine ...
...................................... 5-13
Entry/exit function ...
............................................ 3-30
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 9-26
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
.......................... 5-3
F
F.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) ...
...... 6-2
Flat tire ...
............................................................... 6-3
Flat towing ...
........................................................ 9-22
Floor mat cleaning ...
.............................................. 7-5
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-13
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-14
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 ...
................................... 8-15
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
........................................................ 4-60
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 ...
............................................... 5-47
Fuel economy information (display) ...
.............. 4-11
Fuel information ...
............................................. 9-4
Fuel octane rating ...
.......................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
............................................... 3-22
Fuel-filler door ...
............................................. 3-22
Gauge ...
............................................................ 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...
............................. 3-24
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips ...
.................................. 5-46
Fuses ...
................................................................ 8-24
Fusible links ...
..................................................... 8-24
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ...
................. 2-59
Gas cap ...
............................................................ 3-22
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
Glove box ...
......................................................... 2-47 Golf bag stowing
...
.............................................. 2-50
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-85
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-96
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
............................ 6-2
Head restraints (front seats) ...
............................... 1-9
Head restraints (rear seats) ...
............................... 1-13
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 ...
.................................................... 3-17
Hook, Coat hooks ...
............................................. 2-50
Horn ...
................................................................. 2-39
I
Ignition switch
(Push-button) ...
................................................. 5-9
Manual transmission models ...
....................... 5-19
Immobilizer system ...
........................................... 2-30
In-cabin microfilter ...
............................................ 4-41
Indicator Dot matrix display ...
....................................... 2-20
Lights ...
.......................................................... 2-18
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Seat belt maintenance...
................................. 1-21
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...
....................... 2-18
Map lights ...
........................................................ 2-56
Master warning light ...
......................................... 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) ...
.............. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ...
..... 3-32
Meter, Trip computer ...
......................................... 2-26
Meters and gauges ...
............................................. 2-6
Instrument brightness control ...
...................... 2-38
Mirror
Inside mirror ...
................................................ 3-27
Outside mirrors ...
............................................ 3-29
Vanity mirror ...
................................................ 3-30
Monitor, Rearview monitor ...
................................ 4-23
Moonroof ...
.......................................................... 2-54
N
New vehicle break-in ...
......................................... 5-46
No key warning ...
................................................. 2-22
O
Odometer ...
............................................................ 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 ...
................... 6-11
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ...
.............................................. 9-27
P
Panic alarm ...
...................................................... 3-15
Parking Brake break-in ...
............................................. 5-54
Parking brake operation ...
............................... 5-21
Parking brake release warning ...
..................... 2-23
Parking on hills ...
........................................... 5-49
Personal lights ...
.................................................. 2-56
Phone Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ...
.................. 4-85
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ...
............. 4-96
Car phone or CB radio ...
................................. 4-84
Power Front seat adjustment ...
.................................... 1-3
Power door lock ...
............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ...
................................................ 2-42
Power steering fluid ...
..................................... 8-14
Power steering system ...
................................. 5-53
Power windows ...
............................................ 2-51
Precautions
Audio operation ...
........................................... 4-41 Braking precautions
...
..................................... 5-53
Child restraints ...
............................................ 1-24
Cruise control ...
.............................................. 5-22
Maintenance ...
.................................................. 8-6
Seat belt usage ... ........................................... 1-14
Supplemental restraint system ...
..................... 1-41
When starting and driving ...
.............................. 5-3
Pre-crash seat belts ...
.......................................... 1-17
Predictive course line settings ...
.......................... 4-29
Preview function ...
............................................... 5-54
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ...
................................................. 5-45
Preview Function warning light ...
.......................... 2-16
Push starting ...
.................................................... 6-11
Push warning (Automatic
Transmission models) ...
....................................... 2-22
Push-button ignition switch ...
....................... 5-9, 5-10
R
Radio ...
................................................................ 4-41
Car phone or CB radio ...
................................. 4-84
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
................................................... 4-60
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ...
........................ 2-33
Rapid air pressure loss ...
....................................... 5-7
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ...
.................................................... 9-26
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock ... ......... 3-6
Rear seats ...
.......................................................... 1-7
Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ...
................................................ 2-34
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