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3. Align the center of both the jack head2and the notches at the jack-up point3as
shown.
4. Fit the groove of the jack head between
the two notches as shown.5. Loosen each wheel bolt by one or two
turns counterclockwise with the wheel
wrench.
Do not remove the wheel bolts until the
tire is off the ground.
Models with wheel lock bolts (if equipped) :
If the wheel is equipped with a wheel lock
bolt, insert the wheel lock key
1and
loosen it as previously described.
The wheel lock bolt can only be removed
with the wheel lock key. A key number is
necessary if you need to duplicate the
wheel lock key.Record the key number as shown on the
key code card on the “Security informa-
tion” page at the end of this manual and
keep it in a safe place, not in the vehicle. If
you lose the wheel lock key, it is recom-
mended you see your INFINITI retailer for
a duplicate with the original wheel lock
key code.
Make sure to keep the lock key in the
vehicle. Otherwise, wheels cannot be re-
moved and the service cannot be per-
formed.
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6. To lift the vehicle, securely hold and turn
the ratchet handle
1clockwise as shown.
7. Carefully raise the vehicle until the tire
clears the ground.
8. Remove the wheel bolts, then remove the
wheel with the flat tire.
WARNING
The wheel is heavy. Be sure that your feet
are clear of the wheel and use gloves as
necessary to avoid injury.
Installing the wheel
WARNING
•A temporary use spare wheel and tire is
designed for emergency use.
•Never use wheel bolts other than those
provided with your vehicle. Incorrect
wheel bolts or improperly tightened
wheel bolts may cause the wheel to be-
come loose or come off. This could cause
an accident.
•Never use oil or grease on the wheel
bolts. This may cause the wheel bolts to
become loose.
ATighten
BLoosen
1. Clean any mud or dirt from the surface
between the wheel and the hub.
2. Carefully fit the wheel and tighten the
wheel bolts with your fingers. Check that
all the wheel bolts contact the wheel sur-
face horizontally and on the bevelled side.
Models with wheel lock bolt (if equipped):
Insert the wheel lock key into the wheel
lock bolt and tighten into the wheel finger
tight.
3. With the wheel wrench, tighten the wheel
bolts alternately and evenly in the se-
quence as illustrated (
1-5) until they
are tight.
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4. Lower the vehicle slowly until the tire
touches the ground.
5. Tighten the wheel bolts securely using the
wheel wrench in the sequence as illus-
trated.
6. Lower the vehicle completely.
7. Install the wheel cover (if equipped).
Wheel bolt tightening torque:
96 ft-lb (130 N•m, 13 kg-m)
As soon as possible, tighten the wheel bolts
to the specified torque with a torque wrench.
The wheel bolts must be kept tightened to
specification at all times. It is recommended
that the wheel bolts be tightened to specifi-
cation at each maintenance interval.
Adjust the tire pressure to the COLD pres-
sure.
COLD pressure is the tire pressure as mea-
sured after the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more or driven for less than
1 mile (1.6 km).
COLD tire pressures are shown on the tire
and loading information label affixed to the
driver's side center pillar.Wheel lock bolts(if equipped)
In order to prevent theft, the specially de-
signed wheel lock bolt is installed to each
wheel. The wheel lock bolt cannot be re-
moved with the commonly used tools.
When removing tires, use the lock key pro-
vided with your vehicle.
Removing the wheel lock bolt:
1. Insert the wheel lock key
1to the wheel
lock bolt.
2. To remove the wheel lock bolt, turn the
wheel lock key counterclockwise using the
wheel wrench.
CAUTION
•Do not use a power tool to remove the
wheel lock bolts.
•When installing the wheel, tighten the
wheel lock bolts to the same tightening
torque as the normal wheel bolts. For
details, see "Installing the wheel" earlier
in this section.
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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
retailer 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.
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WARNING
Always follow the instructions below. Fail-
ure to do so could result in damage to the
charging system and cause personal injury.1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle,
position the two vehicles to bring their
batteries near each other.
Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.2. Check if the parking brake is applied.
If not, after connecting the vehicle with
the booster battery (after step 8), apply
the parking brake.
The vehicle has an electric parking brake,
for more information see, "Parking brake"
3. Press the P (Park) button.
4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical sys-
tems (headlights, hazard lights etc,).
5. Ensure that the ignition switch of the ve-
hicle being jump-started is in the OFF po-
sition.
6. Open the hood. For details, see "Hood".
7. Remove the vent caps (if equipped) on the
battery and cover the battery with an old
cloth.
8. Connect the jump leads in the sequence
(
1→2→3→4) as illustrated.
CAUTION
•Always connect positive+to positive
+and negative-to body ground (for
example, strut mounting bolt, engine lift
bracket, etc.) – not to the battery's
negative
-.
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•Be sure that the jumper cables do not
touch moving parts in the engine com-
partment and that the cable clamps do
not contact any other metal.
9. Start the engine of the other vehicle
Aand let it run for a few minutes. Keep the
engine speed at about 2,000 rpm.
10. Start the engine of your vehicle
Bin the
normal way.
CAUTION
Do not keep the starter motor engaged for
more than 10 seconds. If the engine does
not start right away, place the ignition
switch in the OFF position and wait 10 sec-
onds before trying again.
11. After starting the engine of your vehicle,
carefully disconnect the negative lead
and then the positive lead (
4→3→2→1).
12.
Remove and dispose of the cloth that was
used to cover the ventilator holes as it may
be contaminated with corrosive acid.
13. Install the ventilator caps (if equipped).
14. Close the hood.NOTE
For models which incorporate the Idle Stop/
Start System:
•Ensure that the battery fitted is the spe-
cial battery that is enhanced with regard
to the charge-discharge capacity and life
performance. Avoid using any other bat-
tery for the Idle Stop/Start System, as
this may cause early deterioration of the
battery or a malfunction of the Idle Stop/
Start System. It is recommended that a
Genuine INFINITI battery is fitted. For
more information, it is recommended you
contact an INFINITI retailer.
•If the battery terminal is disconnected
(for battery replacement, etc.) and then
reconnected, there may be some delay be-
fore the Idle top/Start System reacti-
vates.Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing
the vehicle.
CAUTION
•Automatic Transmission (AT) model
cannot be push-started or tow-started.
Attempting to do so may cause damage
to the transmission.
•Three-way catalyst equipped models
should not be started by pushing. At-
tempting to do so may cause damage to
the three-way catalyst.
•Never try to start the vehicle by towing
it; when the engine starts, the forward
surge could cause the vehicle to collide
with the tow vehicle.
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WARNING
•Do not continue to drive if your vehicle
overheats. Doing so could cause engine
damage or a vehicle fire.
•To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never remove the radiator or coolant
reservoir cap while the engine is hot.
When the radiator or coolant reservoir
cap is removed, pressurized hot water
will spurt out, possibly causing serious
injury.
•Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
If
the engine of your vehicle is overheating
(indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge) or if you feel a lack of engine power,
detect unusual noise, etc., proceed as follows:
1. Move and park the vehicle safely off the
road and away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard warning flasher lights.
3. Apply the parking brake.
4. Press the P (Park) button.
DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE.
5. Open all windows.6. Switch off the air conditioner system (if
equipped).
7. Set the heater or air conditioner tempera-
ture control to maximum “HOT” and fan
speed control to maximum speed.
8. Exit the vehicle.
9. Visually inspect and listen for steam or
coolant escaping from the radiator before
opening the hood.
WARNING
Ifsteam or water is coming from the engine,
stand clear to prevent getting burned.
10. Open the hood. For details, see "Hood".
11.
Visually check if the cooling fan is running.
12. Visually check the radiator and radiator
hoses for leakage.
WARNING
Be careful not to allow your hands, hair,
jewelry or clothing to come into contact
with, or get caught in, engine belts or the
engine cooling fan. The engine cooling fan
can start at any time.13. After the engine cools down, check the
coolant level in the engine coolant reser-
voir with the engine running.Do not
open the radiator cap (if equipped).
14. If the level is low, remove the engine
coolant reservoir cap and add coolant
slowly into the reservoir. After refilling
the reservoir to the MAX level, install the
reservoir cap.
15. Close the hood.
Have your vehicle inspected or repaired. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer.
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When towing your vehicle, all jurisdictions and
local regulations for towing must be followed.
Incorrect towing equipment could damage
your vehicle. Towing instructions are available
from an INFINITI retailer. Local service opera-
tors are generally familiar with the applicable
laws and procedures for towing. To assure
proper towing and to prevent accidental dam-
age to your vehicle, INFINITI recommends
having a service operator tow your vehicle. It is
advisable to have the service operator carefully
read the following precautions.
WARNING
•Never ride in a vehicle that is being
towed.
•Never get under your vehicle after it has
been lifted by a tow truck.
CAUTION
•When towing, make sure that the trans-
mission, axles, steering system and
powertrain are in working condition. If
any of these conditions apply, dollies or
a flatbed tow truck must be used.
•Always attach safety chains before
towing.
TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
INFINITI
INFINITI recommends towing your vehicle
based upon the type of drivetrain. Please re-
fer to the diagrams in this section to ensure
that your vehicle is properly towed.
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