Infiniti M 2006 Maintenance Manual

MAINTENANCE

L MAINTENANCE

SECTION MA

CONTENTS

PREPARATION ........................................................... 3

Special Service Tools ............................................... 3

Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3

GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 4

Explanation of General Maintenance ....................... 4

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7

Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7

Schedule 1 ............................................................... 8

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-

NANCE ............................... ...... ............................. 8

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9

Schedule 2 ............................................................. 10

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-

NANCE ............................... ...... ........................... 10

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ..............11

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 12

Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 12

SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 13

GASOLINE ENGINE OIL .................................... 13

Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 13

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE) ......... 14

Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 14

Drive Belts Tension Adjustment ............................. 14

ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL

PUMP BELT ............................. ....... .................... 15

A/C COMPRESSOR BELT ................................. 15

Changing Engine Coolant .................. ...... ....... ....... 15

DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 15

REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 16

FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 17

Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 18

Changing Air Cleaner Filter ......... ....... ...... ....... ....... 18

VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 18

Changing Engine Oil .......................... ...... ....... ....... 18

Changing Oil Filter ................................... ....... ....... 19

REMOVAL ........................................................... 19

INSTALLATION ................................................... 19

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 20

Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum- Tipped Type) ..... 20

REMOVAL ........................................................... 20

MAINTENANCE

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .......................21

INSTALLATION ...................................................21

Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 21

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE) .........22

Checking Drive Belts ..............................................22

Tension Adjustment ................................................ 22

Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 22

DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 22

REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT .........................23

FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 24

Checking Fuel Lines ...............................................25

Changing Air Cleaner Filter ....................................25

VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 25

Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 25

Changing Oil Filter ..................................................26

REMOVAL ...........................................................26

INSTALLATION ...................................................26

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................27

Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ......27

REMOVAL ...........................................................27

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .......................27

INSTALLATION ...................................................28

Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 28

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ...................29

Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 29

Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 29

Changing A/T Fluid .................................................31

Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 31

Changing Transfer Fluid .........................................32

Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 32

Checking Differential Gear Oil ................................ 32

Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................ 33

Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ............. 33

REMOVAL ...........................................................33

WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 33

Tire Rotation ... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ...... ....... ....35

Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ..................35

Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 35

Changing Brake Fluid .............................................35

Checking Disc Brake ..............................................36

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ROTOR ..................................... ...........................36

CALIPER .............................................................36

PAD .....................................................................36

Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .....................36

STEERING GEAR ...............................................36

STEERING LINKAGE ..........................................36

Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ..............37

Axle and Suspension Parts .....................................37

Drive Shaft .............................................................. 38

Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch ............38

Checking Seat Belt, Buckles, Retractor s, Anchors

and Adjusters ..........................................................39

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ......40

Standard and Limit ..................................................40

BEL T DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VQ35DE) ...40

BEL T DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VK45DE) ...40

ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-

MATE) (VQ35DE) ................................................40

ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-

MATE) (VK45DE) .................................................40

RADIATOR ............................. .......................... ....40

ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

(VQ35DE) ............................................................40

ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

(VK45DE) .................. ....................................... ....41

SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)

(VQ35DE) ............................................................41

SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)

(VK45DE) .................. ....................................... ....41

WHEEL BALANCE ......... ....... ..............................41

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION PFP:00002

Special Service Tools NLS00078

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of spec ial ser vi ce tool s illust rat ed here.

Tool number (Kent-Moore No.) Tool name

Description

KV10115801 (J38956) Oil filter wrench

S-NT375

Removing and installing oil filter

a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)

Commercial Service Tools NLS00079

Tool name (Kent-Moore No.)

Power tool (—)

PBIC0190E

Spark plug wrench (—)

Description

Loosening nuts and bolts

Removing and installing spark plug

Belt tension gauge (BT3373-F)

S-NT047

AMA126

Checking drive belt tension (VQ35DE)

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE PFP:00000 Explanation of General Maintenance NLS0007A

General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform checks and inspections themselves or have their INFINITI dealers do them.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be pe rf ormed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.

Item Reference page Tires Check the pressure with a gauge, including the spa re, at least once a month

and always prior to a long distance trips. Adjust to the specified pressu re if necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

Wheel nuts When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missi ng, and check for any

loose nuts. Tighten if necessary.

Windshield

Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). MA-35 Wheel alignment and

balance

Windshield wiper blades

Doors and engine hood

Lamps Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and

Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Chec k the winds hi eld at least ever y six months for cracks or other damage. Re pair as necessary.

If the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight an d lev el road, or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at norm al high w ay speeds, wheel balancing may be needed.

Check for cracks or wear if they do not wip e p rop erl y. —

Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the trunk lid. Also make sure that all latches lock secur el y. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. When driving in areas using road salt or other corros ive mater ia ls , che ck lu brication frequently.

other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis.

MA-33

FSU-6

FSU-23

MA-38

—

(2WD),

(AWD)

—

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regu lar basis, such as w hen performin g periodic mai ntenanc e, cleaning the vehicle, etc.

Item Reference page

Warning lamps and chimes

Windshield wiper and washer

Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster out le ts properly and i n sufficient

Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steer-

Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to

Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchor s, adj ust ers

Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch

Brakes Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one si de w hen applied. — Brake pedal and

booster

Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are oper at in g prop erly. — Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not

streak.

quantity when operating the heater or air condi tioner.

ing condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.

Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)

make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every position. Check that the head restrains mov e up and dow n smoothly and that the locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latch ed posi t io ns. Ch eck that the latches lock securely for f ol ding-down rear seatbacks .

and retractors) operate properly and sm oot hl y, and are installed securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or dama ge.

or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal.

Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal.

MA-39

BR-6

—

, BR-18

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Item Reference page Parking brake Check that the pedal has the proper travel and make su re t hat the vehic le is

held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is appli ed.

Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism

Check that the lock release button on the selector lever operates properly and smoothly. On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the P (Park) position without applying any brakes.

UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check t he engine oil or refuel).

Item Reference page

Windshield washer fluid

Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. MA-15 Radiator and hoses Check the front of the radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves, etc., that

Brake fluid level Make sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “M IN” lines on

Battery Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”

Engine drive belts Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily. MA-14, MA-22 Engine oil level Check the level on the oil level gauge after parking the vehicle on a level spot

Power steering fluid level and lines

Exhaust system Make sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the

Underbody The und erb ody i s frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those

Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle

Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —

may have accumulated. Make sure th e hoses h ave no cr acks, deformation, deterioration or loose connections.

the reservoir.

lines. Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid level.

and turning off the engine. Check the level on the dipstick with the engine off. Check the lines for improper

attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.

exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of exha ust fum es, immediately locate the trouble and correct it.

used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these substances, otherwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and aroun d the exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly flushed with plain water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt can easily accumulate.

has been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for the cause and correct it immediately.

ELECTROLYTE LEVEL"

SC-5, "

MA-18

PB-2

—

, MA-22

—

MA-35

CHECKING

, MA-25

MA-37

MA-29

—

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PFP:00026

Introduction of Periodic Maintenance NLS0007B

Two different maintenance sche dules are provided, and sho uld be used, depending upon the conditions in which the vehi cl e is main ly op erate d. After 6 0,00 0 miles (96,00 0 km ) or 48 months , continue the pe riodic

maintenance at the same milea ge /tim e inte r va ls.

Schedule 1

Schedule 2

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if the drivi ng habits frequently include one or more of the following driving conditions:

● Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).

● Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temper at ure s

remaining below freezing.

● Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour ” t raffic.

● Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances , suc h as poli ce,

taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

● Driving in dusty conditions.

● Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.

● Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier.

Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of driving conditions shown in Schedule 1 apply to the driving habits.

Emission Control System Maintenance

Chassis and Body Maintenance

Emission Control System Maintenance

Chassis and Body Maintenance

MA-8

MA-9

MA-10

MA-11

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Schedule 1 NLS0007C

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles,

kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Drive belts NOTE (1)

Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]

EVAP vapor lines I*

Fuel lines I* Fuel filter NOTE (3) —

Engine coolant NOTE (4)

Engine oil R RRRRRRR

Engine oil filter [Use part No. 15208 31U00 (for VK45DE), 15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE) or equivalent.]

Spark plugs (PLATINUMTIPPED type)

Intake & exhaust valve clearance*

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

NOTE (5)

3.75 (6)

7.50 (12)

R RRRRRRR

11.25 (18)

Replace every 105,000 miles (169, 000 km ) .

18.75

(24)

(30)

22.5 (36)

26.25 (42)

(48)

Reference

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Content Title

MA-14

MA-22

MA-18

MA-25

MA-21

MA-28

MA-18

MA-25

MA-15

MA-22

MA-18

MA-25

MA-19

MA-26

MA-20,

MA-27

EM-93,

"Valve Clear-

ance", EM222, "Valve Clearance"

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles,

kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Drive belts NOTE (1) I*

Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]

EVAP vapor lines I*

Fuel lines I* Fuel filter NOTE (3) —

Engine coolant NOTE (4) R*

Engine oi l R R R R R R R R

Engine oil filter [Use part No. 15208 31U00 (for VK45DE), 15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE) or equivalent.]

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

33.75 (54)

R RRRRRRR

37.5 (60)

41.25 (66)

(72)

48.75 (78)

52.5 (84)

56.25 (90)

(96)

Reference

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MA-14 MA-22

MA-18 MA-25

MA-21 MA-28

MA-18 MA-25

MA-15 MA-22

MA-18 MA-25

MA-19 MA-26

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Spark pl ugs (PLATINUMTIPPED type)

Intake & exhaust valve clearance*

NOTE:

(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading (only for VK45DE engine) reaches the maximum limit. (2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, mor e frequent maintenance may be required. (3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section. (4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replac e ever y 30, 000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months. (5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clea ran ce. * Maintenance items and intervals w ith “*” are recommended by INFINITI for re liable vehicle operation. The owner need not perf orm such maintenance in order to maintain the emission w arranty or manufact urer recall liab ility. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

NOTE (5)

33.75 (54)

37.5 (60)

41.25 (66)

Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).

(72)

48.75 (78)

52.5 (84)

56.25 (90)

(96)

Reference

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Content Title

MA-20

MA-27

EM-93,

"Valve Clear-

ance", EM222, "Valve Clearance"

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles,

kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Brake lines & cables I I MA-35 Brake pads & rotors I I I I MA-36 Automatic transmission &

transfer fluid & differential gear oil

Steering gear, linkage & transfer gear, axle & suspension parts

Tire rotation NOTE (2) Drive shaft boots and pro-

peller shaft (AWD models) Exhaust system I I I I MA-29 In-cabin microfilter R R ATC-134 Climate controlled seat fil te r R SE-171

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

NOTE (1) I I

3.75 (6)

7.50 (12)

11.25 (18)

IIII

(24)

18.75 (30)

22.5 (36)

26.25 (42)

(48)

Reference

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Content Title

MA-29,

MA-31

MA-32

MA-36

MA-37

MA-4

MA-35

MA-38

MA-32

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles,

kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Brake lines & cables I I MA-35 Brake pads & rotors I I I I MA-36 Automatic transmission &

transfer fluid & differential gear oil

Steering gear, linkage & transfer gear, axle & suspension parts

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Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

NOTE (1) I I

33.75 (54)

37.5 (60)

41.25 (66)

IIII

(72)

48.75 (78)

52.5 (84)

56.25 (90)

MA-9

(96)

Reference

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MA-29,

MA-31

MA-32

MA-36

MA-37

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL

Perform at number of miles, kilometers or months, whichever comes first.

Tire rotation NOTE (2) Drive shaft boots and pro-

peller shaft (AWD models) Exhaust system I I I I MA-29 In-cabin microfi lter R R ATC-134 Climate controlled seat filter R SE-171

NOTE:

(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not ju st insp ect ) fluid (A/T, transfer)/oil at every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 month s. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Gen uine NISSAN Matic J

ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durabi lity, and may damage the automatic tr ansmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.

(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

33.75 (54)

37.5 (60)

41.25 (66)

IIII

(72)

48.75 (78)

52.5 (84)

56.25 (90)

(96)

Reference

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MA-4

MA-35

MA-38

MA-32

Schedule 2 NLS0007D

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles,

kilometers or mo nths, whichever comes first.

Drive belts NOTE (1) I*

Air cleaner filter [R] [R]

EV AP vapor lines I* I*

Fuel lines I* I*

Fuel filter NOTE (2) —

Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*

Engine oil R R R R R R R R

Engine oil filter [Use part No. 15208 31U00 (for VK45DE), 15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE) or equivalent.]

Spark plugs (PLATINUMTIPPED type)

Intake & exhaust valve clearance*

NOTE:

(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading (only for VK45DE engine) reaches the maximum limit. (2) Maintenance-free item. For service proce dures, refer to FL section. (3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months , repl ace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months. (4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance. * Maintenance items and intervals w ith “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle oper ation. The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the emission w arra nty or manufact urer recal l liability. Other maintenance items and interva ls a re required

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

NOTE (4)

7.5

22.5

(12)

(24)

(36)

RRRRRRRR

Replace every 105,000 miles (169, 000 km) .

(48)

37.5 (60)

(72)

52.5 (84)

(96)

Reference Sec-

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MA-14

MA-22

MA-18

MA-25

MA-21

MA-28

MA-18

MA-25

MA-15

MA-22

MA-18

MA-25

MA-19

MA-26

MA-20,

MA-27

EM-93, "

Clearance", EM-

Valve

222, "Valve Clearance"

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE

Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL Perform at number of miles, kilo-

meters or months, whichever comes first.

Brake lines & cables I I I I MA-35 Brake pads & rotors I I I I MA-36

Automatic transmission & transfer fluid & differential gear oil

Steering gear, li nkage & transfer gear, axle & suspension parts

Tire rot a tion NOTE (1)

Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (AWD models)

Exhaust system I I MA-29 In-cabin microfilter R R R R ATC-134 Climate controlled seat filter R R SE-171

NOTE:

(1) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.

Miles x 1,000

(km x 1,000)

Months

7.5

(12)

22.5

(24)

(36)

IIII

37.5

(48)

(60)

(72)

52.5 (84)

(96)

Reference Sec-

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Content Title

MA-29 MA-31

MA-32

MA-36,

MA-37

MA-4

MA-35

MA-38,

MA-32

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS PFP:00000 Fluids and Lubricants NLS0007E

Capacity (Approximate)

US measure

With oil fil-

Engine oi l Drain and refill

Dry engine (Overhaul)

Cooling system

Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3 Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2

Differential gear oil

Transfer fluid 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.25

Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5

Brake fluid — — —

Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap bas e)

Windshield washer fluid — — —

Fuel recommendation

*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.

*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.

*3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F). *4: DEXRON dealer for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRON

mission fluid. *5: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON

*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.

ter change Without oil

filter change

With reservoir tank

Reservoir tank

III/ MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the cont i nental Uni ted States and Alaska contact an INFINITI

VK45DE 5-3/4 qt 4-7/8 qt 5.5 ●For VK45DE engine VQ35DE 5 qt 4 - 1/8 qt 4.7 VK45DE 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.9

VQ35DE 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4 VK45DE 7-1/8 qt 5-7/8 qt 6.7

VQ35DE 5-3/4 qt 4-3/4 qt 5.4

VK45DE 11 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.4 VQ35DE 9-3/8 qt 7-7/8 qt 8.9 VK45DE 5/8 qt 1/2 qt 0.6 VQ35DE 5/8 qt 1/2 qt 0.6

Front 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.65

Rear 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.40

VK45DE — — —

VQ35DE — — —

Imp mea-

sure

Liter

III/ MERCONTM , or equivalent ATF may also be used.

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Genuine NISSAN engine oil API Certification Mark*1 API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*1 ILSAC grade GF-II & GF-III*1

●For VQ35DE engine Genuine NISSAN engine oil API Certification Mark*1 API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving *1 ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III *1

Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or equivalent

API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *3

Genuine NISSAN Matic D A TF (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid*4

Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*6 or equivalent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

Refer to GI-6, "

Premium Gasoline Required)" .

Refer to GI-6, "

Premium Gasoline Recommended )" .

Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded

III/ MERCONTM automatic trans-

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

SAE Viscosity Number NLS0007F

GASOLINE ENGINE OIL

SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE 10W-30 and 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient temperature is above -18°C (0°F)

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Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio NLS0007G

The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhib itors. Therefore, add itional cooling system additi ves are not necess ary.

CAUTION:

When adding or re pla cin g c oo lan t, b e sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized water/distilled water. Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling system.

SMA947CA

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