8-12Maintenance and do-it-yourself
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
After the operation
1. Install the engine undercover intoposition as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plasticclip 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.
Contact an INFINITI retailer if replacement
is required.
CAUTION
.Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF.
Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using automatic transmission fluid other
than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will
cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and
may damage the automatic transmis-
sion, which is not covered by the INFINITI
new vehicle limited warranty.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
9-2Technical and consumer information
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 26 gal 21-5/8 gal 98.4 See “Fuel information”later in this section.
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt 6.5
.Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent*2
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark*3
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30*3
Without oil filter change 6-1/2 qt
5-1/2 qt 6.2
Cooling system With reservoir 15-3/4 qt
13-1/8 qt
14.9Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid ———
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
Transfer fluid ———
Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer*5
Front differential gear oil ——— Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-
90*6
Rear differential gear oil ——— API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90*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 fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*9 or equivalent DOT 3
Suspension fluid ———
Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension Fluid*10
Multi-purpose grease ———
NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———
HFC-134a (R-134a)*11
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”in the“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.*2:INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at INFINITI retailers.*3:For additional information, see“Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” later in this section.*4:Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic
transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
*5:Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid will damage the transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.*6:For hot climates, Viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32 8F(08C).*7:See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.*8:DEXRONTMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS
10-2
C
Cabin air filter ................................................... 4-46
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...................................... 4-98
Cargo floor box ................................................. 2-60
Cargo light ........................................................ 2-68
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ................ 5-3
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ............. 4-80
Center multi-function control panel ..................... 4-3
Child restraints ................................................. 1-34Booster seats ............................................... 1-51
LATCH system .............................................. 1-36
Precautions on child restraints ..................... 1-34
Top tether strap ........................................... 1-39
Child safety ...................................................... 1-32
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes Audible reminders ....................................... 2-21
Seat belt warning light and chime ............... 2-17
Circuit breaker, Fusible link............................... 8-24
Cleaning exterior and interior ....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control Automatic climate control .................. 4-39, 4-41
Clock ................................................................ 2-51
Coat hooks ....................................................... 2-59
Cockpit ............................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ....................................... 5-117
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ... 4-63
Console box ...................................................... 2-57
Controller, Center multi-function control panel .... 4-4 Controls
Control panel button ...................................... 4-3
INFINITI Controller .......................................... 4-4
Coolant
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ........................ 8-9
Corrosion protection ........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ................................................... 5-54
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ... 5-74
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .......... 5-56
Cup holders ...................................................... 2-54
D
Daytime running light system ........................... 2-41
Dimensions ....................................................... 9-10
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system ................ 5-78
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light .................................................... 2-14
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ....................... 2-22
Drive belts ........................................................ 8-18
Drive positioner ................................................ 3-33
Driving Cold weather driving .................................. 5-117
Driving with automatic transmission ............ 5-17
On-pavement and off-road driving .................. 5-8
Precautions when starting and driving ........... 5-3
Safety precautions ......................................... 5-9
Dual head restraint DVD system ........................ 4-83 DVD (Digital Versatile Disc) player operation ..... 4-64
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................. 5-100
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-29
Emission control information label .................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-31
Engine
Before starting the engine ........................... 5-14
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-98
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ........................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ............................ 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-13
Engine block heater ................................... 5-118
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-8
Engine oil .................................................... 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-27
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator ................... 2-24
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-14
Oil pressure gauge ........................................ 2-9
Protection mode .......................................... 5-16
Remote engine start operation indicator ...... 2-24
Starting the engine ...................................... 5-14
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive positioner ... 3-33
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-33
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
Extended storage fuse warning ......................... 2-25
Extended storage switch ................................... 8-25
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...... 6-2
Flat tire ............................................................... 6-3
Flat towing ........................................................ 9-29
Flexible seating ................................................. 1-18
Floor mat cleaning .............................................. 7-5
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-12
Brake fluid ......................................... 8-13, 8-14
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Engine coolant ............................................... 8-8
Engine oil .................................................... 8-10
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Window washer fluid ................................... 8-15
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................ 4-60
Fog light switch ................................................ 2-44
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system ........... 5-90 Front auxiliary input jacks ................................. 4-78
Front passenger air bag and status light ........... 1-63
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-4
Front seat
Front seat adjustment .......................... 1-4, 1-18
Front-seat active head restraint ......................... 1-16
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Fuel economy............................................. 5-100
Fuel economy information (display) ................ 4-9
Fuel information ............................................. 9-4
Fuel octane rating .......................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ............................................... 3-25
Fuel-filler door ............................................. 3-25
Gauge ............................................................ 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ............................. 3-27
Fuel efficient driving tips ................................... 5-98
Fuses ................................................................ 8-23
Fusible links ..................................................... 8-24
G
Garage door opener HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ................. 2-68
Gas cap ............................................................ 3-25
Gauge ................................................................. 2-6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ................. 2-8
Engine oil pressure gauge .............................. 2-9
Fuel gauge ..................................................... 2-9
Odometer....................................................... 2-7
Speedometer ................................................. 2-7 Tachometer .................................................... 2-8
Trip computer .............................................. 2-28
General maintenance .......................................... 8-2
Glove box ......................................................... 2-57
H
Hands-Free Phone System, Bluetooth®............. 4-98
Hazard warning flasher switch ............................ 6-2
Head restraints ................................................. 1-10
Headlight washer .............................................. 2-42
Headlights Aiming control ............................................. 2-41
Aiming control (See adaptive front lighting
system (AFS)) ............................................... 2-41
Bulb replacement ......................................... 8-29
Headlight switch .......................................... 2-38
Xenon headlights ......................................... 2-38
Heated seats .................................................... 2-45
Heated steering wheel ...................................... 2-44
Heater Automatic climate control .................. 4-39, 4-41
Engine block heater ................................... 5-118
Hill start assist system ................................... 5-107
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...................... 2-68
Hood release .................................................... 3-20
Hook Coat hooks .................................................. 2-59
Luggage hook .............................................. 2-59
Horn ................................................................. 2-45
10-3