NOTE
•The wheel lock bolt has an individual code.
A wheel lock key with other than the indi-
vidual code cannot remove the wheel lock
bolt. If you lose the wheel lock key, it is
recommended you contact an INFINITI re-
tailer for a duplicate with the original
wheel lock key code.
•Record the key number and keep it in a
safe place, not in the vehicle.
•When you ask for a service at an INFINITI
retailer, make sure to keep the lock key in
the vehicle. Otherwise, wheels cannot be
removed and the service cannot be per-
formed.For the jump-starting procedure, use only the
jump-starting connection point, consisting of
a positive terminal and an earth point, in the
engine compartment.
WARNING
•If done incorrectly, jump starting can
lead to a battery explosion, resulting in
severe injury or death. It could also dam-
age your vehicle.
•Explosive hydrogen gas is always pres-
ent in the vicinity of the battery. Keep all
sparks and flames away from the bat-
tery.
•Do not allow battery fluid to come into
contact with eyes, skin, clothes or
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is a cor-
rosive sulfuric acid which can cause se-
vere burns. If the fluid should come into
contact with anything, immediately
flush the contacted area with water.
•Keep the battery out of the reach of chil-
dren.
•The booster battery must be rated at
12 volts. Use of an improperly rated bat-
tery can damage your vehicle.
•Whenever working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protectors (for
example, goggles or industrial safety
spectacles) and remove rings, metal
bands, or any other jewelry. Do not lean
over the battery when jump starting.
•Do not attempt to jump start a frozen
battery. It could explode and cause seri-
ous injury.
•Your vehicle has an automatic engine
cooling fan. It could come on at any time.
Keep hands and other objects away
from it.
JUMP STARTING
6-10In case of emergency
When performing any inspection or mainte-
nance work on your vehicle, always take care
to prevent serious accidental injury to your-
self or damage to the vehicle. The following
are general precautions which should be
closely observed.
WARNING
•Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply
the parking brake securely and block the
wheels to prevent the vehicle from mov-
ing. Press the P (Park) button.
•Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position when performing any parts re-
placement or repairs.
•Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Always turn off the engine
and wait until it cools down.
•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 any jewelry, such as
rings, watches, etc. before working on
your vehicle.
•If you must run the engine in an enclosed
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 by a jack.
•Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel and the battery.
•Never connect or disconnect either the
battery or any transistorized compo-
nent connector while the ignition switch
is in the ON position.
•On gasoline engine models with the
Multiport Fuel Injection system, the fuel
filter and fuel lines should be serviced by
an INFINITI retailer or qualified work-
shop because the fuel lines are under
high pressure even when the engine is
turned off.
•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 position
and the engine is not running. To avoid
injury, always disconnect the negative
battery cable before working near the
fan.
•Always wear eye protection whenever
you work on your vehicle.
•Never leave the engine or the transmis-
sion related component harness connec-
tor disconnected while the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
•Avoid direct contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, engine coolant, and/or other vehicle
fluids can hurt the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluids.
This “ 8. Do-it-yourself” section provides in-
structions regarding only those items which
are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or im-
proper servicing may result in operating diffi-
culties or excessive emissions, and could af-
fect your warranty coverage.If in doubt
about any servicing, it is recommended you
have it done by an INFINITI retailer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
8-2Do-it-yourself
•When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only INFINITI Genuine En-
gine Coolant, BASF Glysantin G40 or
equivalent in its quality. The use of other
types of engine coolant may damage the
engine cooling system.
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
NOTE
The coolant level must only be checked and
corrected when the engine is cold.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level if the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine is cold.2. Slowly turn cap
1half a turn counter-
clockwise to allow excess pressure to es-
cape.
3. Turn cap
1further counter-clockwise
and remove it.
If the coolant is at the level of marker bar
3in the filler neck when cold, there is
enough coolant in coolant expansion tank
2.
4. If necessary, top up with INFINITI Genu-
ine Engine Coolant, BASF Glysantin G40
or equivalent in its quality.
5. Replace cap
1and turn it clockwise as
far as it will go.
If the cooling system frequently requires
coolant, have it checked. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
An INFINITI retailer can change the engine
coolant.
Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheating.
WARNING
•To avoid being scalded, never change
the coolant when the engine is hot.
•Never remove the radiator cap when the
engine is hot. Serious burns could be
caused by high pressure fluid escaping
from the radiator.
•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 reach of children
and pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly.
Check your local regulations.
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8-4Do-it-yourself
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it
reaches the normal operating tempera-
ture, then turn it off.
3. Remove the oil filler cap by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Remove the engine undershield.
5.
Place a large drain pan under the drain plug.
6. Remove the drain plug with a wrench by
turning it counterclockwise and com-
pletely drain the oil. If the oil filter is to be
changed, remove and replace it at this
time. For additional information, refer to
"Changing engine oil filter" later in this
section.
•Waste oil must be disposed of properly.
•Check your local regulations.
7. Clean and reinstall the drain plug and a
new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Do not use excessive
force.
Drain plug tightening torque: 22 ft-lb,
30 N•m
8. Refill engine with recommended oil
through the oil filler opening, then install
the oil filler cap securely.
For additional information on drain and
refill capacity, refer to "Recommended
fluids/lubricants and capacities".
The drain and refill capacity depends on the
oil temperature and drain time. Use these
specifications for reference only. Always
use the dipstick to determine when the
proper amount of oil is in the engine.
9. Start the engine. Check for leakage
around the drain plug and oil filter. Correct
as required.
10. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Turn the engine off and wait more than
15 minutes.
3. Place a large drain pan under the oil filter
1.
4. Loosen the oil filter
1with an oil filter
wrench by turning it counterclockwise.
Then remove the oil filter by turning it by
hand.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself. The engine
oil may be hot.
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2.0L gasoline engine
8-6Do-it-yourself
REINITIALISATION PROCEDURE
AFTER BATTERY
RECONNECTION
If the battery has been reconnected, check
the following items:
•Clock setting (if so equipped). For details,
see "Clock", or the separately provided
INFINITI InTouch Owner’s Manual.
•Reset the desired radio stations to the pre-
set station buttons. For details, see the
audio device descriptions in the separately
provided INFINITI InTouch Owner’s
Manual.
JUMP-STARTING
If jump-starting is necessary, see "Jump
starting". If the engine does not start by jump
starting, the battery may have to be replaced.
It is recommended that you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
WARNING
Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position before servicing drive belt. The en-
gine could rotate unexpectedly.
1. Visually inspect each belt for signs of un-
usual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If
the belt is in poor condition or loose, have
it replaced or adjusted. It is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
2. Have the belts checked regularly for con-
dition and tension in accordance with the
maintenance schedule as shown in a
separately provided Warranty Informa-
tion and Maintenance booklet.Replace the spark plugs according to the
maintenance schedule shown in a separate
maintenance booklet.
If replacement is required, it is recommended
that you visit an INFINITI retailer.
Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
WARNING
Be sure the engine and ignition switch are
off and that the parking brake is engaged
securely.
CAUTION
•Be sure to use the correct socket to re-
move the spark plugs. An incorrect
socket can cause damage to the spark
plugs.
DRIVE BELT SPARK PLUGS
8-12Do-it-yourself
7. Make sure that wiper blade1is seated
correctly.
8. Move the wiper arm back onto the rear
window.If the brakes do not operate properly, it is
recommended that you have the brakes
checked. It is recommended that you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
SELF-ADJUSTING BRAKES
Your vehicle is equipped with self-adjusting
brakes. The disc-type brakes self-adjust ev-
ery time the brake pedal is applied.Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of
the same rating, which you can recognize by
the color and fuse rating. The fuse ratings are
listed in the fuse allocation chart.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have
the cause traced and rectified. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.
The fuses in your vehicle disconnect faulty
circuits. if a fuse blows, all the components on
the circuit and their functions will fail.
BEFORE REPLACING A FUSE
•Secure the vehicle against rolling away.
•Switch off all electrical consumers.
•Remove the key from the ignition lock.
The fuses are located in various fuse boxes:
•Fuse box in the engine compartment on
the left-hand side of the vehicle, when
viewed in the direction of travel.
•Fuse box in the front-passenger footwell.
The fuse allocation chart is on the fuse box in
the front-passenger footwell.
BRAKES FUSES
Do-it-yourself8-17
4. To release cover3press retaining clamp
2.
5. Fold out cover
3in the direction of the
arrow to the catch.
6. Remove cover
3forwards.
NOTE
Fuse allocation chart
4is located on the
lower right-hand side of cover
3.To close:
1. Insert cover
3on the left-hand side of
the fuse box into the retainer. Cover
3engages in the retainers.
2. Fold down cover
3until clamps2lock
audibly.
3. Fold back perforated floor covering
1.
4. Fit the floor mats.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery or removed parts.
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INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
8-20Do-it-yourself
CHECKING THE BATTERY
Press the(LOCK) or(UNLOCK)
button.
The battery is working properly if the battery
check light
1lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if the battery check
light
1does not light up briefly. Replace the
battery.
NOTE
•If the key battery is checked within the
signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the
(LOCK) or(UN-
LOCK) button locks or unlocks the vehicle.
•You can obtain a battery from an INFINITI
retailer.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
Replace the battery in the Intelligent Key as
follows:
1. Take the emergency key element out of
the key (see "Mechanical key")
2. Press emergency key element
2into the
opening into the key in the direction of the
arrow until the battery cover
1opens.
When doing so, do not hold cover
1shut.
3. Remove battery tray cover
1.4. Repeatedly tap the key against your palm
until battery
1falls out.
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