During the normal day-to-day operation of
the vehicle, general maintenance should
be performed regularly as prescribed in
this section. If you detect any unusual
sounds, vibrations or smell, be sure to
check for the cause or have an INFINITI
retailer do it promptly. In addition, you
should notify an INFINITI retailer if you
think that repairs are required.
When performing any checks or mainte-
nance work, see“Maintenance precau-
tions” later in this section.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE
ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with “*” is found later in this
section.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be performed from time to time, unless
otherwise specified.
Doors and engine hood: Check that all
doors and the engine hood, operate
properly. Also ensure that all latches lock
securely. Lubricate hinges, latches, latch
pins, rollers and links if necessary. Make
sure that the secondary latch keeps the
hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or
other corrosive materials, check lubrication
frequently.
Lights*:
Clean the headlights on a regular
basis. Make sure that the headlights, stop
lights, tail lights, turn signal lights, and
other lights are all operating properly and
installed securely. Also check headlight
aim.
Road wheel nuts (lug nuts)*: When check-
ing the tires, make sure no wheel nuts are
missing, and check for any loose wheel
nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation*: Tires should be rotated
every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). If your
vehicle is equipped with different sized
tires in the front and rear, tires cannot be
rotated.
Tires*: Check the pressure with a gauge
often and always prior to long distance
trips. If necessary, adjust the pressure in
all tires, including the spare, to the
pressure specified. Check carefully for
damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components: Replace the TPMS
transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires are replaced due to
wear or age.
Tire, wheel alignment and balance:
If the
vehicle should pull to either side while
driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear,
there may be a need for wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at
normal highway speeds, wheel balancing
may be needed.
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada)
in the INFINITI Warranty Information Book-
let.
Windshield: Clean the windshield on a
regular basis. Check the windshield at
least every six months for cracks or other
damage. Have a damaged windshield
repaired by a qualified repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades*: Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked on a regular basis, such as
when performing periodic maintenance,
cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
U
Underbody cleaning ............................................ 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-17
USB memory operation ..................................... 4-73
V
Vanity mirror ..................................................... 3-28
Vanity mirror lights ........................................... 2-65
VehicleDimensions .................................................... 9-9
Identification number (VIN) ............................ 9-9
Loading information ..................................... 9-13
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ................ 6-15
Security system ........................................... 2-34
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch ...... 2-50
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) system .......... 5-98
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
warning light ............................................... 2-17
Vehicle information and settings (display) .... 4-10
Ventilators ........................................................ 4-34
Voice command (Bluetooth
®Hands-Free
Phone System) ................................................ 4-104
Voice command (INFINITI voice
recognition system) ............................. 4-119, 4-128
Voice recognition
Alternate command mode .......................... 4-125
Standard mode .......................................... 4-112
Voice recognition system ................................ 4-112
VQ35HR engine ................................................... 8-7
W
Warning
Dot matrix display ....................................... 2-21
Hazard warning flasher switch ..................... 2-45
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-22
Lights .......................................................... 2-11
Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) .............................. 5-4, 6-2, 8-32
Warning/indicator lights and
audible reminders ........................................ 2-10
Warning labels
Air bag warning labels ................................. 1-51
Warning light Air bag warning light ......................... 1-51, 2-17
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
warning light ............................................... 2-11
Brake system warning light (yellow) ............. 2-12
Brake warning light (red) ............................. 2-12
Lane departure warning light ....................... 2-14
Low tire pressure warning light .................... 2-15
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-16
Warning lights .................................................. 2-11
Warranty
Emission control system warranty ................ 9-18
Washer switch Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-36
Washing ............................................................. 7-2
Waxing ............................................................... 7-2
Welcome light ................................................... 2-63
Wheel/tire size ................................................... 9-8 Wheels and tires ............................................... 8-32
Care of wheels ............................................... 7-3
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels .................... 7-3
Window washer fluid ........................................ 8-17
Window(s) Cleaning ........................................................ 7-3
Power windows ............................................ 2-58
Windshield wiper and washer switch ................ 2-36
Wiper Rain-sensing auto wiper system ................... 2-38
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-36
Wiper blades ............................................... 8-21
X
Xenon headlights .............................................. 2-39
10-9