Warninglight Name
Page
12-volt batteryCharge warning
light 2-11
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light2-11
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI)
system warning light (orange)*2-11
Brake system warning light
(yellow)
2-12
Brake warning light (red) 2-12
Direct Response Hybrid®Sys-
tem warning light 2-13
Distance Control Assist (DCA)
system warning light (orange)*
2-13
Engine oil pressure warning
light2-13
High temperature warning light 2-14
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power
Steering) warning light2-14
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system warning light (orange)*2-14
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
light (orange)*
2-14
Low tire pressure warning light 2-15 Warning
light Name
Page
Master warning light 2-16
Preview Function warning light
(orange)* 2-16
Seat belt warning light and
chime2-16
Supplemental air bag warning
light
2-17
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light2-17
Indicator light Name
Page
Adaptive Front lighting System
(AFS) off indicator light* 2-17
Approaching Vehicle Sound for
Pedestrians (VSP) OFF indicator
light2-18
Automatic Transmission (AT)
position indicator light
2-18
Blind Spot Intervention (BSI)
indicator light
(green)*2-18
ECO drive indicator light 2-18
EV indicator light
2-18
Exterior light indicator2-18
Front fog light indicator light 2-18 Indicator
light Name
Page
Front passenger air bag status
light 2-18
High beam indicator light 2-18
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off
indicator light*2-18
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
light (green)*
2-19
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL)2-19
READY to drive indicator light 2-20
Security indicator light 2-20
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights2-20
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light2-20
*: if so equipped
Illustrated table of contents0-11
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
2-10Instruments and controls
12-volt battery charge warning lightMaster warning lightIntelligent Brake Assist (IBA) off indicator
light*
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning lightPreview Function warning light (orange)*Lane Departure Warning (LDW) light (green)*
Seat belt warning light and chimeMalfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Blind Spot Warning (BSW)/Blind Spot Inter-
vention (BSI) system warning light (orange)*Supplemental air bag warning lightREADY to drive indicator light
Brake system warning light (yellow)Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning lightSecurity indicator light
Brake warning light (red)
Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) off
indicator light*Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Approaching Vehicle Sound for Pedestrians
(VSP) OFF indicator lightVehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
Direct Response Hybrid®System warning
lightAutomatic transmission (AT) position indica-
tor light *: if so equipped
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system warning
light (orange)*Blind Spot Intervention (BSI) ON indicator
light (green)*
Engine oil pressure warning lightECO drive indicator light
High temperature warning lightEV indicator light
Hybrid EPS (Electrical Power Steering) warn-
ing lightExterior light indicator
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system warn-
ing light (orange)*Front fog light indicator light
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) light (orange)*Front passenger air bag status light
Low tire pressure warning lightHigh beam indicator light
WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS
4. Push down the shift lock*Bas
illustrated.
5. Push the shift lever button
*Cand
move the shift lever to N (Neutral)
position
*Dwhile holding down the
shift lock.
Push the ignition switch to the ON position
to unlock the steering wheel (if so
equipped). Now the vehicle may be moved
to the desired location.
For models with a steering wheel lock
mechanism:
If the 12-volt battery is discharged com-
pletely, the steering wheel cannot be
unlocked. Do not move the vehicle with
the steering wheel locked.
If the lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park), have an INFINITI retailer check the
automatic transmission system as soon as
possible.
Adaptive shift control (ASC)
The adaptive shift control system automa-
tically operates when the transmission is
in the "D" (drive) position and selects an
appropriate gear depending on the road
conditions such as uphill, downhill or
curving roads. Control on uphill and curving roads:
A low gear is maintained that suits the
degree of the slope or curve to allow
smooth driving with a small number of
shifts.
Control on downhill roads:
The adaptive shift control system shifts to
a low gear that suits the degree of the
slope to reduce the number of times that
the brake must be used.
Control on winding roads:
A low gear is maintained on continuous
curves that involve repeated acceleration
and deceleration, so that smooth accelera-
tion is available instantly when the accel-
erator pedal is depressed.
NOTE:
. Adaptive shift control may not operate
when the transmission oil temperature
is low immediately after the start of
driving or when it is very hot.
. During some driving situations, hard
braking for example, the adaptive shift
control may automatically operate. The
transmission may automatically shift
to a lower gear for engine braking. This
increases engine speed but not vehicle
speed. Vehicle speed is controlled by the accelerator pedal when the vehicle
is in the Adaptive shift control mode.
. When the adaptive shift control oper-
ates, the transmission sometimes
maintains a lower gear for a longer
period of time than when adaptive shift
control is not operating. Engine speed
will be higher for a specific vehicle
speed while ASC system is operating
than when ASC is not operating.
Starting and driving5-17
8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirement.................................... 8-2
Scheduled maintenance .................................. 8-2
General maintenance....................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ................................... 8-2
General maintenance ........................................... 8-2 Explanation of maintenance items ................... 8-2
Maintenance precautions ..................................... 8-5
Engine compartment check locations ................... 8-7 VQ35HR engine ............................................... 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ....................... 8-10
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-10
Inverter cooling system...................................... 8-11
Checking inverter coolant level ...................... 8-12
Changing inverter coolant.............................. 8-12
Engine oil .......................................................... 8-12
Checking engine oil level............................... 8-12
Changing engine oil and filter ....................... 8-13
Automatic transmission fluid ............................. 8-15
Power steering fluid........................................... 8-15
Brake fluid......................................................... 8-16 Brake fluid .................................................... 8-16
Window washer fluid ......................................... 8-17 12-volt battery .................................................. 8-18
Checking battery fluid level.......................... 8-19
Jump starting ............................................... 8-19
Spark plugs ...................................................... 8-19 Replacing spark plugs ................................. 8-20
Air cleaner ........................................................ 8-20
Windshield wiper blades ................................... 8-21 Cleaning ...................................................... 8-21
Replacing..................................................... 8-22
Brakes .............................................................. 8-23
Self-adjusting brakes ................................... 8-23
Brake pad wear warning .............................. 8-23
Fuses ................................................................ 8-24
Engine compartment or trunk room.............. 8-24
Passenger compartment............................... 8-25
Intelligent Key battery replacement ................... 8-26
Lights................................................................ 8-29 Headlights ................................................... 8-29
Exterior and interior lights ........................... 8-30
Wheels and tires ............................................... 8-32
Tire pressure ............................................... 8-32
Tire labeling ................................................ 8-36
Types of tires............................................... 8-38
Tire chains ................................................... 8-39
Changing wheels and tires........................... 8-39
.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
9-2Technical 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 17-7/8 gal 14-7/8 gal67.4See
“Fuel information” (P.9-4).
Engine oil See“Engine oil” (P.8-12) for changing engine oil.
. Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
. INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at
an INFINITI retailer.
. Engine oil with API Certification Mark
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
. For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendation” (P.9-6).
Drain and refill With oil filter change
5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt
4.9
Without oil filter change 4-7/8 qt4.0 qt 4.6
Engine cooling system Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
With reservoir
9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir 7/8 qt3/4 qt 0.8
Inverter cooling system Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
With reservoir
2-3/4 qt 2-1/4 qt 2.6
Reservoir 1/2 qt
1/2 qt 0.5
Automatic transmission fluid ———.
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
. 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 trans-
mission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited
warranty.
Differential gear oil ———API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90
See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.
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 E-PSF or equivalent
. Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will
prevent the power steering system from operating properly.
Brake fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid* or equivalent DOT 3
*: Available in mainland USA through an INFINITI retailer.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS
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