2013 INFINITI G SEDAN brake and clutch fluid

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CAUTION
.If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction in
the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked by
an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
. If the AWD warning light blinks on when
you are driving:
—blinks rapidly (about twice a sec-
ond):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. The driving mode will
change to 2WD to prevent the AWD
system from malfunctioning. If the
warning light turns off, you can drive
again.
—blinks slowly (about once every 2seconds):
Pull off the road in a safe area, and
idle the engine. Check that all tire
sizes are the same, tire pressure is
correct and tires are not worn.
. If the warning light is still on after the
above operations, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
orAnti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning light
GUID-999CB2F5-4FF3-4D41-ACF3-7E00ED4B6C0FWhen the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the Anti-lock Braking System
(ABS) warning light illuminates and then
turns off. This indicates the ABS is opera-
tional.
If the ABS warning light illuminates while
the engine is running, or while driving, it
may indicate the ABS is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
If an ABS malfunction occurs, the anti-lock
function is turned off. The brake system
then operates normally, but without anti-
lock assistance. (See “Brake system”(P.5-
53).)
Automatic transmission check
warning light (if so equipped)
GUID-A564A816-81E3-40F1-8684-0ED502ABDB57When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the light comes on for 2
seconds. If the light comes on at any other
time, it may indicate the transmission is
not functioning properly. Have your INFINITI
retailer check and repair the transmission.
orBrake warning lightGUID-9EF95796-7290-4F31-AB06-6BE1BB80003DThis light functions for both the parking
brake and the foot brake systems.
Parking brake indicator:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light comes on when the
parking brake is applied.
Low brake fluid warning light:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, the light warns of a low brake
fluid level. If the light comes on while the
engine is running with the parking brake
not applied, stop the vehicle and perform
the following:
1. Check the brake fluid level. If brake
fluid is necessary, add fluid and have
the system checked by your INFINITI
retailer. (See “Brake and clutch fluid”
(P.8-14).)
2. If the brake fluid level is correct, have the warning system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
indicator:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407When the parking brake is released and
the brake fluid level is sufficient, if both
the brake warning light and the Anti-lock
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8. Engine start operation indicator
(Manual Transmission models)
GUID-6F348F29-B160-4632-B05C-A45F6D5E7AD7This indicator means that the engine will
start by pushing the ignition switch with
the clutch pedal depressed.
9. Parking brake release warningGUID-7289EFE7-F400-4C19-9597-F8AA159911CAThis warning appears when the vehicle
speed is above 4 MPH (7 km/h) and the
parking brake is applied.
10. Low fuel warningGUID-2FE47C40-46BC-4EC8-AC52-E90EBB5F8B0FThis warning appears when the fuel level in
the tank is getting low. Refuel as soon as it
is convenient, preferably before the fuel
gauge reaches the empty (E) position.
There is a small reserve of fuel remaining
in the tank when the fuel gauge reaches
the empty (E) position.
11. Low washer fluid warningGUID-54C94524-E0BC-4326-8A11-B2CD705757A6This warning appears when the washer
tank fluid is at a low level. Add washer fluid
as necessary. (See“Window washer fluid”
(P.8-15).)
12. Door/trunk open warning (igni-
tion switch is in the ON position)
GUID-50585695-BAF8-48B7-8A81-CEA312693DE1This warning appears if any of the doors and/or the trunk lid are open or not closed
securely. The vehicle icon indicates which
door or the trunk lid is open on the display.
13. Loose fuel cap warningGUID-479E9C15-B26C-477B-8AA7-ED29D6CD76EDThis warning appears when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the
vehicle has been refueled. (See
“Fuel-filler
door” (P.3-22).)
14. Check tire pressure warningGUID-174D3E5C-C80F-432A-944F-EE13C51D1486This warning appears when the low tire
pressure warning light in the meter illumi-
nates and low tire pressure detected. The
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE warning appears
each time the ignition switch is placed in
the ON position as long as the low tire
pressure warning light remains illumi-
nated. If this warning appears, stop the
vehicle and adjust the tire pressure to the
recommended COLD tire pressure shown
on the Tire and Loading Information label.
(See“Low tire pressure warning light” (P.2-
15) and “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” (P.5-4).)
15.“Time to rest” indicatorGUID-9639DC97-247E-4499-BA1B-AFF133E94400This indicator appears when the set “time
to rest” indicator activates. You can set the
time for up to 6 hours. (See “Tripcomputer”
(P.2-26).)
16. Low outside temperature warn-
ing
GUID-E9986E7D-DDA6-4BCF-8D8E-D8F9C645C41BThis warning appears if the outside tem-
perature is below 378F (38C). The warning
can be set not to be displayed. (See “Trip
computer” (P.2-26).)
17. Cruise indicatorGUID-8437A118-88BE-4895-A266-56D415AE4EC7
Cruise main switch indicator:GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The indicator is displayed when the cruise
control main switch is pushed. When the
main switch is pushed again, the indicator
disappears. When the cruise control main
switch indicator is displayed, the cruise
control system is operational.
Cruise set switch indicator:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407The indicator is displayed while the vehicle
speed is controlled by the cruise control
system. If the indicator blinks while the
engine is running, it may indicate that the
cruise control system is not functioning
properly. Have the system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
See“Cruise control” (P.5-22) for details.
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8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement...
.................................... 8-3
Scheduled maintenance ...
.................................. 8-3
General maintenance ...
....................................... 8-3
Where to go for service ...
................................... 8-3
General maintenance ...
........................................... 8-3
Explanation of maintenance items ...
................... 8-3
Maintenance precautions ...
..................................... 8-6
Engine compartment check locations ...
................... 8-8
VQ37VHR engine ...
............................................. 8-8
Engine cooling system ...
......................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ...
....................... 8-10
Changing engine coolant ...
............................... 8-10
Engine oil ...
.......................................................... 8-11
Checking engine oil level ...
............................... 8-11
Changing engine oil and filter ...
....................... 8-11
Automatic transmission fluid ...
............................. 8-13
Power steering fluid ...
........................................... 8-14
Brake and clutch fluid ...
....................................... 8-14
Brake fluid ...
.................................................... 8-15
Clutch fluid (if so equipped) ...
.......................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ...
......................................... 8-15
Battery ...
.............................................................. 8-16
Coupe ...
........................................................... 8-17
Sedan and coupe ...
.......................................... 8-17
Jump starting ...
................................................ 8-18 Variable voltage control system
...
......................... 8-19
Drive belts ...
........................................................ 8-19
Spark plugs ...
...................................................... 8-20
Replacing spark plugs ...
................................. 8-20
Air cleaner ...
........................................................ 8-21
Windshield wiper blades ...
................................... 8-22
Cleaning ...
...................................................... 8-22
Replacing ...
..................................................... 8-22
Brakes ...
.............................................................. 8-23
Self-adjusting brakes ...
................................... 8-23
Brake pad wear warning ...
.............................. 8-23
Fuses ...
................................................................ 8-24
Engine compartment ...
.................................... 8-24
Passenger compartment ...
............................... 8-25
Intelligent Key battery replacement ...
................... 8-26
Lights ...
................................................................ 8-28
Sedan ...
.......................................................... 8-28
Coupe ...
.......................................................... 8-29
Headlights ...
................................................... 8-30
Exterior and interior lights ...
........................... 8-30
Wheels and tires ...
............................................... 8-33
Tire pressure ...
............................................... 8-33
Tire labeling ...
................................................ 8-37
Types of tires ...
............................................... 8-39
Tire chains ...
................................................... 8-40
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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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SDI2025
BRAKE FLUIDGUID-99026060-C0AC-4F76-8C26-6B47003C3E51Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
fluid is below the MIN line
*2or the brake
warning light comes on, add Genuine
NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT 3fluid up to the MAX line
*1. If fluid must be added frequently, the
system should be checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
SDI1906A
CLUTCH FLUID (if so equipped)GUID-27C4E9C5-6E75-49DB-A514-FE503E946A9FCheck the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
fluid level is below the MIN line
*1, add
Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid or equivalent DOT 3fluid up to the
MAX line
*2. If fluid must be added
frequently, the system should be checked
by an INFINITI retailer.
GUID-9300F307-19B1-4EC9-B93C-3421C155DC4A
SDI2027
WARNING
Antifreeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out
of the reach of children.
Fill the window washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add window washer fluid
when the low window washer fluid warning
appears on the dot matrix liquid crystal
display.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir,
lift the cap off the reservoir tank and pour
the window washer fluid into the tank
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-15
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
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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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10 Index
Number
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) system...
................. 5-60
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) warning light ...
....... 2-14
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ...
......................... 5-57
Advanced air bag system ...
.................................. 1-47
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ...
............................. 1-47
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
...... 1-49
Front-seat mounted side-impact supplemental
air bag system ...
............................................. 1-52
Roof-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
....................... 1-52
Air bag warning labels ...
...................................... 1-55
Air bag warning light ...
............................... 1-55, 2-17
Air cleaner housing filter ...
................................... 8-21
Air conditioner Air conditioner service ...
................................. 4-41
Air conditioner specification label ...
................ 9-14
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
.................. 4-41, 9-7
Automatic climate control ...
............................ 4-31
In-cabin microfilter ...
....................................... 4-41
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ...
................................................ 2-29
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...
.................................. 5-8
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...
........................................ 5-48 All-wheel drive (AWD) driving
safety precautions
...
.............................................. 5-8
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light ...
.................. 2-12
Antenna ...
............................................................ 4-84
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
......................... 5-57
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ...
.... 2-13
Appearance care Exterior appearance care ...
................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ...
................................ 7-4
Armrest ...
............................................................. 1-13
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) ...
.... 2-43
Audible reminders ...
............................................ 2-19
Audio operation precautions ...
............................. 4-41
Audio system ...
.................................................... 4-41
Steering wheel audio controls ...
...................... 4-83
Autolight system ...
............................................... 2-35
Automatic
Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ...
............................................ 2-54
Automatic climate control ...
.................. 4-32, 4-34
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-13
Climate control ...
............................................ 4-31
Door locks ...
..................................................... 3-6
Drive positioner ...
........................................... 3-30
Driving with automatic transmission ...
............ 5-14
Moonroof ...
..................................................... 2-55
Seat positioner ...
............................................ 3-30
Average fuel consumption and speed ...
................ 2-26
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
............................ 5-6
B
Battery ...
.............................................................. 8-16
Battery saver system ...
................................... 2-37
Intelligent Key ...
.............................................. 8-26
Variable voltage control system ...
................... 8-19
Before starting the engine ...
................................ 5-12
Belts (See drive belts) ...
....................................... 8-19
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-85
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-96
Bluetooth
®streaming audio ...
............................. 4-73
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
.................... 5-57
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-14
Brake fluid ...
................................................... 8-15
Brake system ...
............................................... 5-53
Parking brake operation ...
............................... 5-21
Warning light ...
............................................... 2-13
Break-in schedule ...
............................................. 5-46
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ...
.................................. 4-9
Instrument panel ...
......................................... 2-38
Bulb check/instrument panel ...
............................ 2-12
Bulb replacement ...
.............................................. 8-28
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