2018 INFINITI Q60 maintenance schedule

Illustrated table of contents0
Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint
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Instruments and controls
Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition
systems
Starting and driving
In case of emergency
Appearance and care
Do-it-yourself
Maintenance and schedules
Technical and consumer information
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Table of
Contents
11Index

Turning the PFCW system ON/OFF ................. 5-118
PFCW system limitations...................................... 5-120
System temporarily unavailable ........................... 5-122
System malfunction ................................................. 5-123
System maintenance............................................... 5-124
Break-in schedule.......................................................... 5-124
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips........................................... 5-125
Increasing fuel economy .............................................. 5-126
Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) (if
so equipped) .................................................................... 5-126
Parking/parking on hills.............................................. 5-128
Power steering................................................................ 5-129
Electric power steering type ................................. 5-129
Hydraulic pump electric power
steering type.............................................................. 5-129
Direct Adaptive Steering type ............................. 5-130
Brake system................................................................... 5-132
Braking precautions................................................. 5-132
Parking brake break-in ........................................... 5-132
Brake assist...................................................................... 5-133
Brake assist................................................................ 5-133
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .......................... 5-133Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ................ 5-134
Brake force distribution........................................ 5-135
Active trace control ..................................................... 5-136
Hill Start Assist system............................................... 5-138
Chassis control.............................................................. 5-138
Idling Stop System (if so equipped) ........................ 5-139
Retrograde movement control function ......... 5-140
Idling Stop System display.................................. 5-140
Idling Stop OFF switch........................................ 5-142
Cold weather driving................................................... 5-143
Freeing a frozen door lock.................................. 5-143
Antifreeze ................................................................ 5-143
Battery...................................................................... 5-143
Draining of coolant water................................... 5-143
Tire equipment ....................................................... 5-143
Special winter equipment.................................... 5-144
Driving on snow or ice ......................................... 5-144
Engine block heater (if so equipped)................ 5-144
Active noise cancellation/Active
sound enhancement..................................................... 5-145
Active noise cancellation..................................... 5-146
Active sound enhancement ................................ 5-146

5-124Starting and driving
JVS0869X
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The sensoris located behind the grille of
the front bumper.
To keep the system operating properly, be
sure to observe the following:
.Always keep the sensor area of the front
grille clean.
.Do not strike or damage the areas around
the sensor.
.Do not cover or attach stickers or similar
objects on the front bumper near the
sensor area. This could cause failure or
malfunction.
.Do not attach metallic objects near the
sensor area (brush guard, etc.). Thiscould cause failure or malfunction.
.Do not alter, remove or paint the front
bumper. It is recommended you contact
an INFINITI retailer before customizing
or restoring the front bumper.
FCC Notice:
For USA:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2.This device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning
Changes or modification not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
For Canada:
This device complies with Industry Canada
licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
1.This device may not cause interference,
and
2.This device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km),
follow these recommendations to obtain
maximum engine performance and en-
sure the future reliability and economy
of your new vehicle.
Failure to follow these recommendations
may result in shortened engine life and
reduced engine performance.
.Avoid driving for long periods at constant
speed, either fast or slow. Do not run the
engine over 4,000 rpm.
.Do not accelerate at full throttle in any
gear.
.Avoid quick starts.
.Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
BREAK-IN SCHEDULE

5-126Starting and driving
.Keep your engine tuned up.
.Follow the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
.Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
.Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
.Use the recommended viscosity engine
oil. (See “Engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendation” (P.10-8).)If any malfunction occurs in the Intelligent
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system while the
engine is running, warning messages appear
in the vehicle information display.
JVS0228M
If the “AWD Error” warningappears, there
may be a malfunction in the Intelligent AWD
system. Reduce vehicle speed and have the
system checked as soon as possible. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
The “AWD High Temp.” (high temperature)
warning
may appear while trying to free a
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMYINTELLIGENT ALL-WHEEL
DRIVE (AWD) (if so equipped)

8-6Do-it-yourself
The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round anti-freeze and coolant protec-
tion. The anti-freeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine
cooling system additives are not necessary.
WARNING
.Never remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot. Wait until the
engine and radiator cool down. Ser-
ious burns could be caused by high
pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator. See precautions in “If your
vehicle overheats” (P.6-21) of this
manual.
.The radiator is equipped with a
pressure type radiator cap. To pre-
vent engine damage, use only a
genuine NISSAN radiator cap.
CAUTION
.Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system and
cause damage to the engine, trans-mission and/or cooling system.
.When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to −34°F (−37°C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your
vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) con-
centrate following the directions on
the container. If an equivalent cool-
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
used, follow the coolant manufac-
ture’s instructions to maintain mini-
mum antifreeze protection to −34°F
(−37°C). The use of other types of
coolant solutions other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent may damage
the engine cooling system.
.The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000
km) or 7 years. Mixing any other type
of coolant other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue), including Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
(green), or the use of non-distilledwater will reduce the life expectancy
of the factory-fill coolant. Refer to
the “9. Maintenance and schedules”
section of this manual for more de-
tails.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (for
VR30DDTT engine models)

8-8Do-it-yourself
The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
BASF Glysantin
®G48®and 50% water to
provide year-round anti-freeze and coolant
protection. The anti-freeze solution contains
rust and corrosion inhibitors. Additional
engine cooling system additives are not
necessary.
WARNING
Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Wait until the engine and
radiator cool down. Serious burns could
be caused by high pressure fluid escaping
from the radiator. See precautions in “If
your vehicle overheats” (P.6-21) of this
manual.
CAUTION
.Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system and
cause damage to the engine, trans-
mission and/or cooling system.
.When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only BASF Glysantin
®
G48®or equivalent. BASF Glysantin®
G48®is pre-diluted to provide anti-freeze protection to −34°F (−37°C). If
additional freeze protection is
needed due to weather where you
operate your vehicle, add BASF Gly-
santin
®G48®concentrate following
the directions on the container. If an
equivalent coolant other than BASF
Glysantin
®G48®is used, follow the
coolant manufacture’s instructions to
maintain minimum antifreeze protec-
tion to −34°F (−37°C). The use of
other types of coolant solutions
other than BASF Glysantin
®G48®
or equivalent may damage the engine
cooling system.
.The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 120,000 miles (192,000
km) or 10 years. Mixing any other
type of coolant other than BASF
Glysantin
®G48®, or the use of non-
distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory-fill cool-
ant. Refer to the “9. Maintenance
and schedules” section of this manual
for more details.
JVM0303X
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Check the coolant level in the reservoir when
the engine is running and after it reaches
normal operating temperature. If the coolant
level is below MIN level
, add coolant up to
the MAX level. Tighten the cap securely
after adding engine coolant.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (for
2.0L turbo gasoline engine models)

8-20Do-it-yourself
JVM0655X
VR30DDTT engine
1. Water pump
2. Alternator
3. Drive belt auto-tensioner
4. Crankshaft pulley
5. Air conditioner compressorJVM0433X
2.0L turbo gasoline engine
1. Water pump
2. Crankshaft pulley
3. Drive belt auto-tensioner
4. Air conditioner compressor
5. Alternator
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or LOCK position before servicing drive
belts. The engine could rotate unexpect-
edly.1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of
unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness.
If the belt is in poor condition or loose,
have it replaced or adjusted. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for
this service.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for
condition and tension in accordance with
the maintenance schedule shown in the
“9. Maintenance and schedules” section.
DRIVE BELTS

WARNING
Be sure the engine and the ignition
switch are off and that the parking
brake is engaged securely.
CAUTION
Be sure to use the correct socket to
remove the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can damage the spark plugs.
SDI2020
REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
If replacement is required, it is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
It is not necessary to replace the iridium-
tipped spark plugs as frequently as the
conventional type spark plugs since they will
last much longer. Follow the maintenance
schedule shown in the “9. Maintenance and
schedules” section, but do not reuse them by
cleaning or regapping.
Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
WARNING
.Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or
others to be burned. The air cleaner
not only cleans the air, it stops flame
if the engine backfires. If it is not
there, and the engine backfires, you
could be burned. Do not drive with
the air cleaner removed, and be care-
ful when working on the engine with
the air cleaner removed.
.Never pour fuel into the throttle body
or attempt to start the engine with
the air cleaner removed. Doing so
could result in serious injury.
The filter element should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the main-
tenance schedule shown in the “9. Main-
tenance and schedules” section. When
replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the
air cleaner housing and the cover with a
damp cloth.
When maintenance is required, it is recom-
mended you contact an INFINITI retailer for
servicing.
Do-it-yourself8-21
SPARK PLUGS AIR CLEANER