●Do not fill a portable fuel container in
the vehicle or trailer. Static electricity
can cause an explosion of flammable
liquid, vapor or gas in any vehicle or
trailer. To reduce the risk of serious
injury or death when filling portable fuel
containers:
– Always place the container on the ground when filling.
– Do not use electronic devices when filling.
– Keep the pump nozzle in contact with the container while you are fill-
ing it.
– Use only approved portable fuel con- tainers for flammable liquid.
CAUTION
●Do not use E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. For additional information, re-
fer to “Fuel Recommendation” in the
“Technical and consumer information”
section of this manual. ●
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning will ap-
pear if the fuel-filler cap is not properly
tightened. It may take a few driving trips
for the message to be displayed. Failure
to tighten the fuel-filler cap properly
after the LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ap-
pears may cause the
Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
● Failure to tighten the fuel-filler cap
properly may cause the
Malfunc-
tion Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate.
If the
light illuminates because
the fuel-filler cap is loose or missing,
tighten or install the cap and continue
to drive the vehicle. The
light
should turn off after a few driving trips.
If the
light does not turn off after a
few driving trips, have the vehicle in-
spected by an INFINITI retailer.
● For additional information, refer to
“Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)” in
the “Instruments and Controls” section
in this manual.
● If fuel is spilled on the vehicle body,
flush it away with water to avoid paint
damage. To remove the fuel-filler cap:
1. Turn the fuel-filler cap counterclockwise to remove.
2. Put the fuel-filler cap on the cap holder
1
while refueling.
To install the fuel-filler cap: 1. Insert the fuel-filler cap straight into the fuel- filler tube.
2. Turn the fuel-filler cap clockwise until a single click is heard.
LPD2065
Pre-driving checks and adjustments3-27
Loose Fuel Cap warning
The LOOSE FUEL CAP warning appears in the
vehicle information display when the fuel-filler
cap is not tightened correctly after the vehicle has
been refueled. It may take a few driving trips for
the message to be displayed. To turn off the
warning, perform the following:1. Remove and install the fuel-filler cap as soon as possible. For additional information, refer
to “Fuel-filler cap” in this section.
2. Tighten the fuel-filler cap until it clicks. 3. Press the
next buttonAon the steer-
ing wheel for about 1 second to turn off the
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning
Bafter tight-
ening the fuel-filler cap.
WARNING
● Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving. You could lose control of your
vehicle and cause an accident.
● Do not adjust the steering wheel any
closer to you than is necessary for
proper steering operation and comfort.
The driver’s air bag inflates with great
force. If you are unrestrained, leaning
forward, sitting sideways or out of posi-
tion in any way, you are at greater risk of
injury or death in a crash. You may also
receive serious or fatal injuries from the
air bag if you are up against it when it
inflates. Always sit back against the
seatback and as far away as practical
from the steering wheel. Always use the
seat belts.
LPD2066
TILT/TELESCOPIC STEERING
3-28Pre-driving checks and adjustments
UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances from the
underbody, otherwise rust may form on the floor
pan, frame, fuel lines and exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, in those areas
where mud and dirt may have accumulated. Refer
to the “Appearance and care” section of this
manual.
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir. When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precau-
tions which should be closely observed.
WARNING
●
Park the vehicle on a level surface, ap-
ply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from moving. Move the shift lever to P
(Park) .
● Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position when performing any
parts replacement or repairs.
● If you must work with the engine run-
ning, keep your hands, clothing, hair
and tools away from moving fans, belts
and any other moving parts.
● It is advisable to secure or remove any
loose clothing and remove any jewelry,
such as rings, watches, etc. before
working on your vehicle.
● Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle. ●
Your vehicle is equipped with an auto-
matic engine cooling fan. It may come
on at any time without warning, even if
the ignition switch is in the OFF posi-
tion and the engine is not running. To
avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working
near the fan.
● If you must run the engine in an en-
closed space such as a garage, be sure
there is proper ventilation for exhaust
gases to escape.
● Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is neces-
sary to work under the vehicle, support
it with safety stands.
● Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from the fuel tank and
battery.
● The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by an INFINITI retailer because
the fuel lines are under high pressure
even when the engine is off.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-5
9 Technical and consumer information
Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities.......9-2
Recommended fuel: ............................9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendations ..........9-6
Air conditioner system refrigerant and oil
recommendations ..............................9-7
Specifications .....................................9-8
Engine ........................................9-8
Wheels and tires ...............................9-9
Dimensions and weights ........................9-9
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country .................................. 9-10
Vehicle identification .............................. 9-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate .........9-10
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) .............................. 9-10
Engine serial number ........................... 9-11
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Emission control information label ...............9-11
Tire and loading information label ................9-12Air conditioner specification label
................9-12
Installing front license plate ........................9-13
Vehicle loading information ........................9-14
Terms ........................................ 9-14
Vehicle load capacity .......................... 9-15
Securing the load .............................. 9-17
Loading tips .................................. 9-18
Measurement of weights .......................9-18
Towing a trailer ................................... 9-18
Maximum load limits ........................... 9-19
Towing load/specification .......................9-22
Towing safety ................................. 9-22
Flat towing .................................... 9-28
Uniform tire quality grading ........................9-29
Emission control system warranty ..................9-30
Reporting safety defects .......................... 9-31
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test .....9-32
Event Data Recorders (EDR) .......................9-32
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order information . . . 9-33
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be slightly different. When refilling, follow the procedure
described in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 19-1/2 gal16-1/4 gal74 L• For additional information, refer to “Recommended Fuel” in
this section.
Engine oil Drain and refill• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil” in the “Main-
tenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
QR25DER With oil filter
change 6-1/8 qt
5-1/8 qt5.8 L• Genuine NISSAN engine oil or equivalent
• Engine oil with API Certification Mark, Viscosity SAE
0W-20
• For additional information, refer to “Engine oil and oil filter
recommendations” in this section.
• As an alternative to this recommended oil, SAE conven-
tional petroleum oils may be used and meet all specifications
and requirements necessary to maintain the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Without oil filter
change 5-7/8 qt
4-7/8 qt5.5 L
Cooling system With reservoir 2-1/2 gal 2-1/8 gal9.6 L • Pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water or equivalent •
Pre-diluted mixture of 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) and 50% water or equivalent
Inverter cooling system
———
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid Refill to the proper level according to the instructions in the
“Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual. • Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3
• INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid
NS-3 ONLY in INFINITI CVTs. Do not mix with other fluids.
Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN CVT
Fluid NS-3 may damage the CVT. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered un-
der INFINITI’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS/
LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
9-2Technical and consumer information
RECOMMENDED FUEL:
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) num-
ber (Research octane number 91) .
CAUTION
●Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control system, and may also affect the
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 ad-
versely affect the emission control de-
vices and systems of the vehicle. Dam-
age 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 abbrevia-
tion or the appropriate percentage for
that region.
For additional information, refer to “Recom-
mended fluids/lubricants and capacities” in the
“Technical and consumer information” section.
Gasoline specifications
INFINITI recommends using gasoline that meets
the World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) specifi-
cations where it is available. Many of the automo-
bile manufacturers developed this specification
to improve emission control system and vehicle
performance. Ask your service station manager if
the gasoline meets the WWFC specifications.
Reformulated gasoline
Some fuel suppliers are now producing reformu-
lated gasolines. These gasolines are specially
designed to reduce vehicle emissions. INFINITI
supports efforts towards cleaner air and sug-
gests that you use reformulated gasoline when
available.
Gasoline containing oxygenates
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxy-
genates such as ethanol, MTBE and methanol
with or without advertising their presence.
INFINITI does not recommend the use of fuels of
which the oxygenate content and the fuel com-
patibility for your INFINITI cannot be readily de-
termined. If in doubt, ask your service station
manager.
If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please take
the following precautions as the usage of such
fuels may cause vehicle performance problems
and/or fuel system damage. ● The fuel should be unleaded and have
an octane rating no lower than that
recommended for unleaded gasoline.
● If an oxygenate-blend other than
methanol blend is used, it should con-
tain no more than 10% oxygenate.
(MTBE may, however, be added up to
15%.)
● E-15 fuel contains more than 10% oxy-
genate. E-15 fuel will adversely affect
the emission control devices and sys-
tems of the vehicle and should not be
used. Damage caused by such fuel is
not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
9-4Technical and consumer information
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATIONS
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality
and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory
engine life and performance. For additional infor-
mation, refer toRecommended fluids/lubricants
and capacities in this section. INFINITI recom-
mends the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American
Petroleum Institute (API) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE vis-
cosity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion 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 ad-
ditives. The use of an oil additive is not necessary
when the proper oil type is used and maintenance
intervals are followed.
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
to select the engine oil viscosity based on the
temperatures at which the vehicle will be oper-
ated 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 INFINITI vehicle is equipped with a
high-quality Genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use a Genuine NISSAN 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. Using engine oil and filters
that are not of the specified quality, or exceeding
recommended oil and filter change intervals
could reduce engine life. Damage to the engine
caused by improper maintenance or use of incor-
rect oil and filter quality and/or viscosity is not
covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
LTI2051
9-6Technical and consumer information
Break-in schedule................5-91
Brightness/contrastbutton ........4-9,4-18
Brightness control Instrument panel ...............2-39
Bulb check/instrument panel ...........2-9
Bulb replacement ................8-27
C
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants . .9-2
Cargolight....................2-63
Cargo(Seevehicleloadinginformation)....9-14
Car phone or CB radio .............4-106
CD care and cleaning ..............4-92
CD player (See audio system) .........4-70
Check tire pressure ...............2-28
Child restraints .......1-23,1-24,1-25,1-27
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
CHildren) System ..............1-27
Precautions on child
restraints.........1-25,1-32,1-39,1-45
Top tether strap anchor point locations . .1-30
Child restraint with top tether strap .......1-29
Child safety rear door lock ............3-7
Chimes, audible reminders ...........2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtray ..........2-47
Cleaningexteriorandinterior...........7-2
Clock set/adjustment ...........4-8,4-16
C.M.V.S.S. certification label ..........9-11
Cold weather driving ..............5-105
Compact disc (CD) player ...........4-70
Consolebox...................2-54
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) . . .5-17 Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid ..................8-13 Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
.............5-17
Control panel buttons ..............4-10
Brightness/contrast button ......4-9,4-18
Enterbutton...............4-4,4-10
Without navigation system ..........4-4
Controls Audio controls (steering wheel) .......4-92
Heater and air conditioner controls .....4-43
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Changingenginecoolant...........8-8
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking inverter coolant level .......8-10
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Corrosion protection ...............7-7
Cruisecontrol..................5-52
Cupholders...................2-52
D
Daytime running light system (Canada only) . .2-38
Defroster switch Rear window defroster switch .......2-35
Digital Versatile Disc (DVD) player .......4-73
Dimensionsandweights.............9-9
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ......2-39
Display controls
(seecontrolpanelbuttons) ........4-4,4-10
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system .....5-74
Door locks .....................3-4
Drive belt .....................8-17
Drive positioner, Automatic ...........3-33
Drive Sport Mode Selector ...........5-22Driving
Cold weather driving ............5-105
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) .............5-17
Precautions when starting and driving ....5-4
Dual head restraint DVD system ........4-94
E
Economy-fuel..................5-93
Emission control information label .......9-11
Emission control system warranty .......
9-
30
Engine Before starting the engine ..........5-16
Blockheater ................5-107
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants.................9-2
Changing engine coolant ...........8-8
Changingengineoil.............8-12
Changing engine oil filter ..........8-13
Checking engine coolant level ........8-8
Checking engine oil level ..........8-10
Engine compartment check locations ....8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge .....2-6
Engine cooling system ............8-7
Engineoil...................8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . .9-6
Engine oil pressure warning light ......2-10
Engine oil viscosity ..............9-6
Engine serial number ............9-11
Engine specifications .............9-8
Starting the engine .............5-16
Engine coolant temperature gauge .......2-6
Enter button .................4-4,4-10
Event data recorders ..............9-32
10-2