2013 INFINITI QX oil capacities

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Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
*1with a
wrench and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter
*2with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning
it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine
damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter withclean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(15 to 21 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench. Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and install the oil filler cap securely.
CAUTION
The dipstick must be inserted in place to
prevent oil spillage from the dipstick hole
while filling the engine with oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” in the“9. Technical
and consumer information” section for
drain and refill capacity. The drain and
refill capacity depends on the oil
temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Al-
ways use the dipstick to determine the
proper amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-11

9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants....... 9-2Fuel information .............................................. 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ......... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ............................. 9-7
Specifications ...................................................... 9-8
Engine............................................................. 9-8
Wheels and tires ............................................. 9-9
Dimensions ................................................... 9-10
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................................................. 9-11
Vehicle identification ......................................... 9-11 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ....... 9-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ........................................... 9-11
Engine serial number .................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .......... 9-12
Emission control information label ................ 9-12
Tire and loading information label ................. 9-13
Air conditioner specification label.................. 9-13
Installing front license plate .............................. 9-13 Vehicle loading information............................... 9-14
Terms .......................................................... 9-14
Vehicle load capacity ................................... 9-15
Securing the load ........................................ 9-16
Loading tips................................................. 9-17
Measurement of weights.............................. 9-17
Towing a trailer ................................................. 9-18 Maximum load limits ................................... 9-18
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/
maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW) ............. 9-20
Towing load/specification ............................ 9-22
Towing safety............................................... 9-22
Flat towing................................................... 9-29
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-30 Treadwear .................................................... 9-30
Traction AA, A, B and C................................ 9-30
Temperature A, B and C ............................... 9-30
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-31
Reporting safety defects.................................... 9-31
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test .......................................................... 9-32
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-33
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-34

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

9-6Technical and consumer information
engine load.
JVT0159X
1. API certification mark
2. API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see“Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” earlier in this section. INFINITI
recommends the use of an energy conser-
ving oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standar-
dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additives
INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.

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

Low tire pressure warning light ......................... 2-15
Low tire pressure warning system
(See tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ..... 5-4
Luggage hooks ................................................. 2-59
M
MaintenanceBattery ......................................................... 8-16
General maintenance ..................................... 8-2
Inside the vehicle .......................................... 8-3
Maintenance indicators ................................ 2-27
Maintenance precautions ............................... 8-5
Maintenance requirements ............................. 8-2
Outside the vehicle ........................................ 8-2
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-31
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-20
Map lights ........................................................ 2-66
Master warning light ......................................... 2-17
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive positioner ..... 3-34
Meter Trip computer .............................................. 2-28
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6 Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-43
Mirror Inside mirror ................................................ 3-30
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-30
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-32
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-63
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ........................ 4-32
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-98
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-8
Oil
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-10
Engine oil .................................................... 8-10
Engine oil pressure gauge .............................. 2-9
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-27
Operation, operational indicators ...................... 2-24
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-29
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-30
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-14
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-34
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-17
Parking Brake break-in ........................................... 5-110
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-21
Parking on hills ......................................... 5-108 Phone
Bluetooth
®Hands-Free Phone System ......... 4-98
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-98
Pocket .............................................................. 2-58
Power
Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-4
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-52
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-13
Power steering system ............................... 5-110
Power windows ............................................ 2-61
Precautions Audio operation ........................................... 4-47
Braking precautions ................................... 5-110
Child restraints ............................................ 1-34
Cruise control .............................................. 5-54
Driving safety ................................................. 5-9
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-22
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
On-pavement and off-road driving .................. 5-8
Precautions on BCI system ........................... 5-51
Precautions on Blind Spot
Intervention system ..................................... 5-38
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-21
Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-55
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Preview function ............................................. 5-111
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-17
Push starting .................................................... 6-13
Push-button ignition switch .............................. 5-11
10-5

FUEL RECOMMENDATION:
VK56VD engine
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded
premium gasoline with an octane rating of
at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number
(Research octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not
available, you may use unleaded regular
gasoline with an octane rating of at least
87 AKI number (Research octane number
91), but you may notice a decrease in
performance.
CAUTION
.Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control systems, and may also affect
warranty coverage.
. Under no circumstances should a leaded
gasoline be used, because this will
damage the three way catalyst.
. Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed to
run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-15 or E-
85 fuel in a vehicle not specifically designed for E-15 or E-85 fuel can
adversely affect the emission control
devices and systems of the vehicle.
Damage caused by such fuel is not
covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
. U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be identi-
fied by a small, square, orange and black
label with the common abbreviation or
the appropriate percentage for that
region.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION:
.Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equiva-
lent
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See “Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” in the“9. Technical and con-
sumer information” section for engine oil
and oil filter recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES:
The label is typically located on the driver
side center pillar or on the driver’s door.
For additional information, see “Wheels
and tires” in the“8. Maintenance and do-
it-yourself” section.
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCE-
DURES RECOMMENDATION:
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations
outlined in the “Break-in schedule” in the
“5. Starting and driving” section of this
Owner’s Manual. Follow these recommen-
dations for the future reliability and
economy of your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION