vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill
when only the parking brake is applied.
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, ad-
justers and retractors) operate properly and
smoothly, and are installed securely. Check
the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or
damage.
Steering wheel Check for changes in the
steering condition, such as excessive play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes Make sure that all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defogger Check that the air
comes out of the defogger outlets properly
and in good quantity when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer* Check that
the wipers and washer operate properly and
that the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time
you check the engine oil or refuel). Battery* (except for maintenance free bat-
teries)
Check the fluid level in each cell. The
fluid should be at the bottom of the filler
opening. Vehicles operated in high tempera-
tures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake (and clutch) fluid level(s)* For Manual
Transmission (M/T) model; make sure that
the brake and clutch fluid levels are between
the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoirs.
Except for Manual Transmission (M/T)
model; make sure that the brake fluid level is
between the MAX and MIN lines on the res-
ervoir. Engine coolant level*
Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold. Make sure that the
coolant level is between the MAX and MIN
lines on the reservoir.
Engine drive belt(s)* Make sure the drive
belt(s) is not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level* Check the level after parking
the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off
the engine.
Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping
from the air conditioner after use is normal. If
you should notice any leaks or if fuel fumes
are evident, check for the cause and have it
corrected immediately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines Check
the level when the fluid is cold with the engine
off. Check the lines for proper attachment,
leaks, cracks, etc.
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.)
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
WARNING
∙ Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the battery is low. Low battery fluid can
cause a higher load on the battery which
can generate heat, reduce battery life,
and in some cases lead to an explosion.
∙ When working on or near a battery, al- ways wear suitable eye protection and
remove all jewelry.
∙ Do not tip the battery. Keep the vent caps tight and the battery level. ∙ Battery posts, terminals and related ac-
cessories contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Wash hands after handling.
∙ Keep battery out of the reach of children.
∙ Do not expose the battery to flames, an electrical spark or a cigarette. Hydrogen
gas generated by the battery is explo-
sive. Explosive gases can cause blindness
or injury. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your skin, eyes, fabrics or painted
surfaces. Sulfuric acid can cause blind-
ness or injury. After touching a battery or
battery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If the
acid contacts your eyes, skin or clothing,
immediately flush with water for at least
15 minutes and seek medical attention. 1. Remove the vent caps with a screwdriver
as shown. Use a cloth to protect the
battery case.
WDI0224
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-17
10 Index
2nd row bench seat adjustment....1-5,1-7
A
Air bag (See supplemental restraint
system).....................1-47
Air bag system Front (See supplemental front impact
airbagsystem)..............1-54
Air bag warning labels ............1-65
Airbagwarninglight.........1-65,2-13
Air bag warning light,
supplemental ..............1-65,2-13
Air cleaner ...................8-20
Air cleaner housing filter ..........8-20
Air conditioner Air conditioner operation ........4-34
Air conditioner specification label . . .9-10
Air conditioner system refrigerant
and oil recommendations .........9-5
Filter ....................8-20
Heater and air conditioner (automatic)
(if so equipped) ..............4-33
Heater and air conditioner controls . .4-34
Servicing air conditioner .........4-42
Alarm system (See
vehicle security system) ...........2-32
Anchor point locations ............1-31
Antenna ....................4-42
Antifreeze ..................5-151
Anti-lock brake warning light .........2-9
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) .....5-141Armrests.....................1-8
Around View® Monitor
............4-3
Audible reminders ...............2-15
Autolight switch ...............2-40
Automatic Automatic drive positioner . . .3-37, 3-39
Automatic power window switch . . .2-64
Automatic anti-glare inside mirror .....3-33
Automatic door locks .............3-6
Automatic drive positioner .....3-37,3-39
B
Backup Collision Intervention (BCI) ....5-60
Battery ................5- 151, 8-16
Charge warning light ...........2-10
Battery replacement .............8-25
INFINITI Intelligent Key .........8-26
Keyfob...................8-25
Before starting the engine ..........5-17
Belt (See drive belt) ..............8-18
Blind Spot Intervention® (BSI) .......5-48
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) .........5-38
Boosterseats.................1-43
Brake Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) . . .5-141
Brake booster ...............8-23
Brakefluid.................8-14
Brakelight(Seestoplight) .......8-29
Brakepedal ............8-22,8-23
Brake system ...............5-141
Brakewarninglight ............2-9 Brake wear indicators
......2-15,8-23
Parking brake check ...........8-22
Parking brake operation .........5-23
Self-adjusting brakes ..........8-23
Brakeassist .................5-142
Brakefluid...................8-14
Brake system .................5-141
Break-in schedule ..............5-132
Brightness control Instrument panel .............2-44
Bulb check/instrument panel .........2-8
Bulb replacement ...............8-29
C
C
apacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................9-2
Cargoareastoragebin ...........2-61
Cargolight................... 2-73
Cargo (See vehicle loading information). .9-12
Car phone or CB radio ............4-42
Check engine indicator light (See
malfunction indicator lamp) .........2-14
Check tire pressure ..............2-28
Child restraints .....1-19,1-20,1-26,1-28
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers
for CHildren) System ...........1-28
Precautions on child
restraints ......1-26,1-33,1-38,1-43
Top tether strap anchor point
locations..................1-31
Child restraint with top tether strap ....1-30
On-pavement and off-road
driving
precautions..................5-8
Precautions on booster
seats..........1-26,1-33,1-38,1-43
Precautions on child
restraints.......1-26,1-33,1-38,1-43
Precautionsonseatbeltusage .....1-16
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system....................1-47
Precautions when starting
anddriving..............5-4,5-10
Predictive Forward Collision Warning
(PFCW) ....................5-121
Push starting ..................6-13
R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ..........4-42
Rain-sensingautowipersystem ......2-36
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) .......5-68
Rear Door Alert .........2-31,2-32,2-50
Rear power windows .............2-64
Rear window and outside mirror
defogger switch ................2-38
Rear window wiper and washer switches .2-37
Recommended Fluids ..............9-2
Refrigerant recommendation .........9-5
Registering a vehicle in another country . . .9-8
Remote Engine Start .............5-18
Remote Start ..................3-20
Roof rack ....................2-62 S
Safety Child safety rear door lock .........3-6
Child seat belts . . .1-26, 1-33, 1-38, 1-43
Seat adjustment Front power seat adjustment .......1-3
Second row bench seats .......1-5,1-7
Seatback pockets ...............2-56
Seat belt Childsafety.................1-19
Infantsandsmallchildren ........1-20
InjuredPerson ...............1-21
Largerchildren...............1-20
Precautionsonseatbeltusage .....1-16
Pregnant women .............1-20
Seat belt extenders ............1-25
Seat belt maintenance ..........1-26
Seat belts ...............1-16,7-6
Three-pointtypewithretractor.....1-21
Seat belt extenders ..............1-25
Seat belt warning light .........1-19,2-12
Seats 2nd row bench seat adjustment . . .1-5, 1-7
Adjustment ..................1-2
Armrests ...................1-8
Automatic drive positioner ....3-37,3-39
Frontseats..................1-2
Heated seats ................2-46
Seats/floormats ................7-5
Security indicator light ............2-14
Security system (INFINITI vehicle immobilizer system),
engine start ..........2-33,3-4,5-16 Security systems
Vehicle security system ..........2-32
Self-adjusting brakes .............8-23
Servicing air conditioner ...........4-42
Spark plug replacement ............8-19
Spark plugs ...................8-19
Specifications ..................9-6
Speedometer ...................2-5
SRS warning label ...............1-65
Stability control ................5-143
Starting Before starting the engine ........5-17
Jump starting ............6-11, 8-18
Precautions when starting
anddriving..............5-4,5-10
Push starting ................6-13
Starting the engine ............5-17
Starting the engine ..............5-17
Steering Heatedsteeringwheel.......... 2-48
Power
steering fluid ............8-13
Power steering system .........5-140
Steering wheel .................3-31
Stoplight....................8-29
Storage.....................2-56
Storagebin................... 2-61
Storage tray ..................2-57
Sunglasses case ................ 2-58
Sunglasses holder ...............2-58
Sunroof (see Moonroof) ...........2-66
Sun visors ....................3-32
Supplemental air bag warning labels ....1-65
Supplemental air bag warning
light....................1-65,2-13
Supplemental front impact air bag
system ......................1-54
10-5