8-30Do-it-yourself
SDI1575
Example
TIRE LABELING
Federal law requires tire manufac-
turers to place standardized informa-
tion on the sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and describes
the fundamental characteristics of
the tire and also provides the tire
identification number (TIN) for safety
standard certification. The TIN can be
used to identify the tire in case of a
recall.
SDI1606
Example
Tire size (example: P215/60R16
94H)
1. P: The “P” indicates the tire is designed for passenger vehicles.
(Not all tires have this informa-
tion.)
2. Three-digit number (215): This number gives the width in milli-
meters of the tire from sidewall
edge to sidewall edge.
3. Two-digit number (60): This num- ber, known as the aspect ratio,
gives the tire’s ratio of height to width.
4. R: The “R” stands for radial.
5. Two-digit number (16): This num- ber is the wheel or rim diameter in
inches.
6. Two- or three-digit number (94): This number is the tire’s load index.
It is a measurement of how much
weight each tire can support. You
may not find this information on all
tires because it is not required by
law.
7. H: Tire speed rating. You should not drive the vehicle faster than
the tire speed rating.
8-34Do-it-yourself
SDI1663
Wear indicator
Wear indicator location marks.
The locations are shown by
“
”, “TWI”, etc. depending on
tire types.
Tire wear and damage
WARNING
. Tires should be periodically in-
spected for wear, cracking, bul-
ging or objects caught in the
tread. If excessive wear, cracks,
bulging or deep cuts are found, the tire(s) should be replaced.
. The original tires have built-in
tread wear indicators. When
wear indicators are visible, the
tire(s) should be replaced.
. Tires degrade with age and use.
Have tires, including the spare,
over 6 years old checked by a
qualified technician, because
some tire damage may not be
obvious. Replace the tires as
necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.
. Improper service of the spare
tire may result in serious perso-
nal injury. If it is necessary to
repair the spare tire, it is re-
commended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this ser-
vice.
. For additional information re-
garding tires, refer to “Impor-
tant Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Informa-
tion” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet.
Replacing wheels and tires
When replacing a tire, use the same size,
tread design, speed rating and load carrying
capacity as originally equipped. (See “Speci-
fications” (P.10-7) for recommended types
and sizes of tires and wheels.)
WARNING
. The use of tires other than those
recommended or the mixed use of
tires of different brands, construc-
tion (bias, bias-belted or radial), or
tread patterns can adversely affect
the ride, braking, handling, ground
clearance, body-to-tire clearance,
tire chain clearance, speedometer
calibration, headlight aim and bum-
per height. Some of these effects may
lead to accidents and could result in
serious personal injury.
. If your vehicle was originally
equipped with 4 tires that were the
same size and you are only replacing
2 of the 4 tires, install the new tires
on the rear axle. Placing new tires on
the front axle may cause loss of
vehicle control in some driving condi-
tions and cause an accident and
personal injury.
10-8Technical and consumer information
DIMENSIONS
in (mm)
Overall length (with front
license plate) 196.1 (4,980)
Overall length (without front
license plate) 195.7 (4,970)
Overall width 72.6 (1,845)
Overall height 59.1 (1,500)
Front tread 62.0 (1,575)
Rear tread 61.8 (1,570)
Wheelbase 114.2 (2,900)
If you plan to travel in another country, you
should first find out if the fuel available is
suitable for your vehicle’s engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.
When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district, it may be necessary to modify the
vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.
When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsi-
bility of the user. INFINITI is not responsible
for any inconvenience that may result.
STI0716
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM-
BER (VIN) PLATE
The vehicle identification number plate is
attached as shown. This number is the
identification for your vehicle and is used in
the vehicle registration.
WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
IN ANOTHER COUNTRYVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
S
SafetyChild seat belts ............................................... 1-16
Reporting safety defects .......................... 10-18
Seat adjustment
Front power seat adjustment ....................... 1-3
Front seats ......................................................... 1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety ..................................................... 1-16
Infants ............................................................... 1-17
Injured persons ............................................... 1-12
Larger children ............................................... 1-17
Precautions on seat belt usage .................... 1-9
Pre-crash seat belts with
comfort function ............................................ 1-12
Pregnant women ........................................... 1-12
Seat belt cleaning ............................................. 7-7
Seat belt extenders ....................................... 1-15
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-16
Seat belt warning light and chime ............ 2-17
Seat belts ............................................................ 1-9
Seat belts with pretensioners .................... 1-49
Shoulder belt height adjustment ............... 1-15
Small children .................................................. 1-17
Three-point type ............................................ 1-12
Seat(s)
Climate controlled seats .............................. 2-45
Driver-side memory ...................................... 3-28
Heated seats .................................................. 2-44
Seats .................................................................... 1-2 Security system
Vehicle security system ................................ 2-32
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle
Immobilizer System)
Engine start ..................................................... 2-34
Servicing air conditioner (See heater and
air conditioner) ..................................................... 4-32
Servicing climate control ................................... 4-37
Shift lever
Shift lock release ........................................... 5-17
Shift lock release, Transmission ....................... 5-17
SHIFT “P” warning .............................................. 2-23
Shifting ................................................................... 5-15 Automatic transmission ............................... 5-14
Shoulder belt height adjustment ...................... 1-15
SNOW mode ......................................................... 5-19
Spare tire ............................................................... 10-7
Spark plugs ............................................................ 8-15
Speedometer ............................................................ 2-7
SPORT mode ........................................................ 5-19
Standard maintenance .......................................... 9-7
STANDARD mode ............................................... 5-19
Starting Before starting the INFINITI Direct
Response Hybrid
®System .......................... 5-13
Jump starting .................................................. 8-15
Precautions when starting and driving ..... 5-4
Push starting ................................................... 6-12
Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System .............................................. 5-13 Starting the INFINITI Direct Response
Hybrid
®System .................................................... 5-13
Starting the vehicle ............................................. 5-14
Status light, Front passenger air bag ............ 1-45
Steering
Heated steering wheel ................................. 2-43
Power steering ............................................. 5-119
Power steering fluid ..................................... 8-11
Steering lock release
malfunction indicator ................................... 2-23
Tilt/telescopic steering ................................ 3-24
Steering lock (if so equipped) ............................ 5-11
Storage ................................................................... 2-49
Storage box ........................................................... 2-52
Sun visors ............................................................... 3-24
Sunglasses holder ................................................ 2-50
Sunshade (rear) .................................................... 2-58
Supplemental air bag warning labels ............. 1-50
Supplemental air bag warning light .... 1-51, 2-17
Supplemental restraint system ........................ 1-37 Precautions on supplemental
restraint system ............................................. 1-37
Switch Autolight switch ............................................. 2-38
Fog light switch ............................................. 2-43
Hazard warning flasher switch .................... 6-2
Headlight switch ............................................ 2-38
Ignition switch ................................................ 5-14
Ignition switch automatic
transmission models ..................................... 5-14
Power door lock switch ................................. 3-5
11-7