2014 INFINITI Q70 HYBRID oil temperature

8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself
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 vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (for example, each
time you check the engine oil or refuel). 12-volt battery*:
Check the fluid level in
each cell. It should be between the MAX
and MIN lines. Vehicles operated in high
temperatures 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 12-volt battery
discharge and potential no-start condi-
tions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of electro-
nic accessories that consume 12-volt
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 12-volt battery may
need to be charged to maintain 12-volt
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 hybrid system. 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.
Inverter coolant lebel: Check the coolant
level when the inverter is cold.
Power steering fluid level* and lines:
Check the level when the fluid is cold,
with the hybrid system off. Check the lines
for proper attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the

8-12Maintenance and do-it-yourself
JVM0038X
CHECKING INVERTER COOLANT LE-
VEL
Check the coolant level in the reservoir
when the engine and inverter are cold. If
the coolant level is below the MIN level
*B,
add coolant to the MAX level
*A.
If the inverter cooling system frequently
requires coolant, have it checked by an
INFINITI retailer.
CHANGING INVERTER COOLANT
An INFINITI ratailer can change the inverter
coolant. The service procedure can be
found in the INFINITI Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in inverter
overheating.
WARNING
. To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the
inverter is hot.
. Never remove the cap when the inverter
is hot. Serious burns could be caused by
high pressure fluid escaping from the
inverter coolant reservoir.
. Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
. Keep coolant out of the reach of children
and pets.
Inverter coolant must be disposed of
properly. Check your local regulations.
SDI2045
VQ35HR engine
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operat- ing temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into
the oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be within the
range
*1. If the oil level is below*2,
ENGINE OIL

remove the oil filler cap and pour
recommended oil through the opening.
Do not overfill
*3.
6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the break-
in period, depending on the severity of
operating conditions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insufficient
amount of oil can damage the engine, and
such damage is not covered by warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Vehicle set-up
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operat- ing temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable floor jack and safety jack
stands.
.Place the safety jack stands underthe vehicle jack-up points.
.A suitable adapter should be at-tached to the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the plastic engine undercover.
.Remove the small plastic clip at the center point of the undercover.
.Then remove the other bolts thathold the undercover in place.
CAUTION
Make sure the correct lifting and support
points are used to avoid vehicle damage.
SDI2335
VQ35HR engine
Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drain
plug.
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.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-13

.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.When checking or replacement is required,
we recommend an INFINITI retailer for
servicing.
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.
JVM0054X
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(0to30 8C).
If the fluid is below the MIN line, add
Genuine NISSAN E-PSF. Remove the cap
and fill through the opening.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-15
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID POWER STEERING FLUID

9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants....... 9-2
Fuel 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 ............................................. 9-8
Dimensions ..................................................... 9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................................................... 9-9
Vehicle identification ........................................... 9-9 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ......... 9-9
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ........................................... 9-10
Engine serial number .................................... 9-10
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .......... 9-10
Emission control information label ................ 9-11
Tire and loading information label ................. 9-11
Air conditioner specification label.................. 9-11 Installing front license plate .............................. 9-12
Vehicle loading information............................... 9-13 Terms .......................................................... 9-13
Vehicle load capacity ................................... 9-15
Loading tips................................................. 9-16
Measurement of weights.............................. 9-16
Towing a trailer ................................................. 9-17 Flat towing................................................... 9-17
Uniform tire quality grading .............................. 9-17 Treadwear .................................................... 9-17
Traction AA, A, B and C................................ 9-18
Temperature A, B and C ............................... 9-18
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-18
Reporting safety defects.................................... 9-19
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test
(US only)........................................................... 9-20
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-21
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-21

Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosity
The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of this,
it is important that the engine oil viscosity
be selected based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in
change intervals.
Change intervals
The oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Oil and
filter other than the specified quality, or oil
and filter change intervals longer than
recommended could reduce engine life.
Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil andfilter quality and/or viscosity is not covered
by the new INFINITI vehicle limited warran-
ties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not
have to change the oil before the first
recommended change interval. Oil and
filter change intervals depend upon how
you use your vehicle. Operation under the
following conditions may require more
frequent oil and filter changes.
.
repeated short distance driving at cold
outside temperatures,
. driving in dusty conditions,
. extensive idling,
. stop and go “rush hour”traffic,
Refer to the “INFINITI Service and Main-
tenance Guide” for the maintenance sche-
dule.AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT RE-
COMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your
INFINITI vehicle must be charged with the
refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the
lubricant, ND-OIL11.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or lubricant
will cause severe damage to the air con-
ditioning system and will require the repla-
cement of all air conditioner system
components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
INFINITI vehicle will not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does
not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain
governmental regulations require the re-
covery and recycling of any refrigerant
during automotive air conditioning system
service. Your INFINITI retailer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed
to recover and recycle your air conditioning
system refrigerant.
Contact an INFINITI retailer when servicing
your air conditioning system.
Technical and consumer information9-7

E
ECO drive indicator light ................................... 2-18
ECO mode ......................................................... 5-19
ECO pedal system ............................................. 5-19
Economy
Fuel ............................................................. 5-91
Efficient use of your vehicle ............ Hybrid System-8
Elapsed time ..................................................... 2-30
Elapsed time and trip odometer ........................ 2-30
Emergency hybrid system shut off ...................... 6-3
Emergency shut-off system ............. Hybrid System-4
Emission control information label .................... 9-11
Emission control system warranty ..................... 9-18
Energy flow ............................ Hybrid System-5, 4-11
Energy monitor ................................................. 2-28
Energy monitors .............................. Hybrid System-5
Engine Before starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System ........................................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-90
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ............................. 8-10
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-10
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Emergency engine shut off ........................... 5-11
Engine block heater ................................... 5-104
Engine compartment check locations ............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-9 Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator .................. 2-26
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Engine serial number ................................... 9-10
Engine specifications ..................................... 9-8
If your vehicle overheats .............................. 6-12
Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System ........................................... 5-12
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................... 2-30
Entry/exit function Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-27
EV mode odometer and twin trip odometer ....... 2-29
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ............................... 9-21
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) .......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ............. 9-10
Fail-safe ............................................................ 5-16
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .............................. 8-20
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...... 6-2
Flat tire ............................................................... 6-3
Flat towing ........................................................ 9-17
Floor mat ............................................................ 7-6
Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ............... 8-15
Brake fluid ................................................... 8-16
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2 Engine coolant ............................................... 8-9
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Window washer fluid ................................... 8-17
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ........................................................ 4-62
Fog light switch ................................................ 2-43
Forest Air
TM....................................................... 4-42
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system ........... 5-82
Front passenger air bag and status light ........... 1-44
Front power seat adjustment ............................... 1-3
Front seat Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ......................... 1-9
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Fuel economy............................................... 5-91
Fuel economy information (display) .............. 4-12
Fuel information ............................................. 9-4
Fuel octane rating .......................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ............................................... 3-20
Fuel-filler door ............................................. 3-20
Gauge ............................................................ 2-8
Fuel economy history ...................... Hybrid System-7
Fuel efficient driving tips ................................... 5-90
Fuses ................................................................ 8-24
Fusible links ..................................................... 8-24
10-3

10-6
Under the hood and vehicle ........................... 8-4
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ....................... 2-19
Manual shift mode ............................................ 5-15
Map lights ........................................................ 2-61
Master warning light ......................................... 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .............. 3-3
Memory function ............................................... 3-29
Memory storage Automatic drive positioner ........................... 3-28
Meter
Trip computer .............................................. 2-28
Meters and gauges ............................................. 2-6 Instrument brightness control ...................... 2-42
Mirror Inside mirror ................................................ 3-24
Outside mirrors ............................................ 3-25
Vanity mirror ................................................ 3-26
Monitor RearView monitor ......................................... 4-26
Moonroof .......................................................... 2-57
N
New vehicle break-in ......................................... 5-90
Noise and vibration ...................... Hybrid System-12
O
Odometer............................................................ 2-7
Off-road recovery ................................................ 5-7 Oil
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ........................ 9-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-13
Checking engine oil level ............................. 8-12
Engine oil .................................................... 8-12
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 9-7
Oil filter replacement indicator ..................... 2-26
Operation Indicators for operation (dot matrix) ............. 2-23
Operation of the hybrid system ....... Hybrid System-4
“OTHER” indicator ............................................. 2-27
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-30
Outside mirrors ................................................. 3-25
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ................... 6-12
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information .............................................. 9-21
P
Panic alarm ...................................................... 3-14
Parking
Brake break-in ............................................. 5-96
Parking brake operation ............................... 5-18
Parking on hills ........................................... 5-92
Parking brake break-in ...................................... 5-96
Personal lights .................................................. 2-61
Phone
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) .................. 4-84
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ............. 4-95 Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-84
Power Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Power door lock ............................................. 3-4
Power outlet ................................................ 2-49
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-15
Power steering system ................................. 5-95
Power windows ............................................ 2-55
Power moonroof ............................................... 2-58 Precautions
Audio operation ........................................... 4-48
Braking precautions ..................................... 5-96
Child restraints ............................................ 1-19
Cruise control .............................................. 5-46
Lane departure warning (LDW) system ......... 5-22
Maintenance .................................................. 8-5
Seat belt usage ........................................... 1-10 Supplemental restraint system ..................... 1-37
When starting and driving .............................. 5-3
Precautions on LDP system ............................... 5-26
Pre-crash seat belts with comfort function ........ 1-12
Preview function ............................................... 5-97
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................................................. 5-69
Preview Function warning light .......................... 2-16
Push starting .................................................... 6-12
Push-button ignition switch ....................... 5-9, 5-10
Push-button ignition switch positions ............... 5-10