maintenance schedule INFINITI EX 2013 Service And Maintenance Guide

OWNER’S LITERATURE INFORMATION...............................2
INTRODUCTION
Infiniti Maintenance ............................................3
Why Infiniti Service? ............................................4
Extended Service Products ........................................5
Genuine Infiniti Collision Parts .....................................7
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Determining the Proper M aintenance Interval..........................8
Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items ..........................9
Maintenance Schedules ........................................13
HEV Li-ion Battery Replacement Record ..............................47
Maintenance Log .............................................49
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Maintain Your InvestmentPreventative scheduled maintenance is an important investment to
optimize the performance, durability, r eliability, safety and resale value
of your Infiniti. Scheduling your v ehicle’s maintenance at the
recommended intervals will ensure your vehicle is running at its best.
We want you to enjoy your Infiniti vehicle. This Service and Maintenance
Guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle receives proper
and timely maintenance that is necessary. Key services are explained in
detail, along with an outline of scheduled maintenance to help you
maintain y our vehicle. Your local Infiniti retailer canassist you in
determining the best schedule based on your driving habits and local
conditions.
Failure to perform scheduled maintenance may result in excluding
portions of your vehicle from warranty coverage and may reduce the
performance, durability, reliabi lity, safety and/or resale value of your
vehicle. See your Warranty Information Booklet and Owner’s Manual for
details.
INFINITI MAINTENANCE
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As a condition of your vehicle’s warranty, you are responsible for properly maintaining your vehicle. In maintaining your
vehicle, you should follow either Schedule 1 or Schedule 2 as listed below. Use these guidelines to determine which
maintenance schedule to use.
SCHEDULE 1 (more severe operating
conditions), every 3,750 miles or 3 months,
whichever comes first
Use Schedule 1 if you primarily oper-
ate your vehicle under any of these
conditions:
● Repeated short trips of less than 5
miles in normal temperatures or less
than 10 miles in freezing temperatures
● Stop-and-go traffic in hot weather or
low speed driving for long distances
● Driving in dusty conditions or on
rough, muddy, or salt-spread roads
● Towing a trailer, or using a camper or
car-top carrier
SCHEDULE 2 (less severe operating
conditions), every 7,500 miles or 6 months,
whichever comes first
Schedule 2 features 7,500-mile ser-
vice intervals; with Schedule 2 fewer
maintenance items are regularly
checked or replaced than with Sched-
ule 1.
Generally, Schedule 2 applies only to
highway driving in temperate
conditions. Use Schedule 2 only if you
primarily operate your vehicle under
conditions other than those listed in
Schedule 1.
PREMIUM MAINTENANCE*
Premium Maintenance is a Infiniti-
recommended optional upgrade that
adds services to Schedule 1 and 2
when maintenance is performed.
Performing the Premium upgrade ser-
vices may optimize the performance,
durability, reliabi lity, and resale value
of your vehicle. (Premium Mainte-
nance items are available at every 30,
000 miles or 24 month interval.)
* Premium Maintenance is an Infiniti-recommended option; however, you need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the warranties which co me with your
Infiniti. Premium Maintenance may not be available outside the United States, please inquire of your retailer.
❑ For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Co nsultant for a complimentary Multi-Point In spection every time you visit y our participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 12 and 13 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
DETERMINING THE PROPER MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
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The following descriptions are pro-
vided to give you a better understand-
ing of the scheduled maintenance
items that should be regularly
checked or replaced. The mainte-
nance log indicates at which
mileage/time intervals each item re-
quires service.
In addition to scheduled mainte-
nance, your Infiniti requires that
some items be checked during nor-
mal day-to-day operation. You can
find these items listed under “Gen-
eral Maintenance” in Chapter 8 of
your Owner’s manual.
Items marked with“*”are recom-
mended by Infiniti for reliable vehicle
operation. You are not required to per-
form such maintenance in order to
maintain the emission warranty or
manufacturer recall liability. Other
maintenance items and intervals are
required. When applicable, additional informa-
tion can be found in the “Do-it-
yourself” section in Chapter 8 of your
Owner’s Manual.
NOTE:Nissan North America
does not advocate the use of
non-OEM approved
aftermarket flushing systems
and strongly advises against
performing these services on a
Infinti product. Many of the
aftermarket flushing systems
use non- OEM approved
chemicals or solvents, the use
of which has not been
validated by Nissan North
America.
For recommended fuel, lubricants,
fluids, grease, and refrigerant refer to
Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
Emission Control System
Maintenance:
Drive Belts*
Check engine drive belts for wear,
fraying or cracking and for proper ten-
sion. Replace any damaged drive
belts.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, check/replace the filter
more frequently.
Engine Coolant*
Replace engine coolant at the speci-
fied interval. The recommended ser-
vice interval of the factory-fill coolant
is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 7
years, whichever comes first. When
adding or replacing coolant, be sure
to use only Genuine Nissan Long Life
Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue) or equiva-
lent with the proper mixture. (Refer to
the owner’s manual to determine the
proper mixture for your area). Subse-
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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quent replacement of Genuine Nissan
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue)
should occur every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 5 years, whichever
comes first. NOTE: Mixing any other
type of coolant or the use of non-
distilled water will reduce the recom-
mended service interval of the cool-
ant.
Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)
Inverter Coolant
Replace inverter coolant at the speci-
fied interval. The recommended ser-
vice interval of the factory-fill coolant
is 125,000 miles (200,000 km) or 15
years, whichever comes first. Subse-
quent replacement of Genuine Nissan
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Blue)
should occur every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 5 years, whichever
comes first. When adding or replacing
coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(Blue) or equivalent with the propermixture. (Refer to the Owner’s Manual
to determine the proper mixture for
your area.)
NOTE: Mixing any other type of cool-
ant or the use of non-distilled water
will reduce the recommended service
interval of the coolant.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recom-
mended oil grade and viscosity refer
to Chapter 9 in your Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance*
Inspect only if valve noise increases.
Adjust valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative Emissions Control Vapor
Lines*
Check vapor lines and connections
for leaks or looseness. Tighten con-
nections or replace parts as neces-
sary.
Fuel Filter
Maintenance-free item (In-tank type
filter).
Fuel Lines*
Check the fuel hoses, piping and con-
nections for leaks, looseness, or de-
terioration. Tighten connections or re-
place parts as necessary.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Re-
placement Intervals for IPL models
differ from non-IPL models. Install
new plugs of the same type as origi-
nally equipped.
Chassis
and Body Maintenance:
Brake Lines and Cables
Visually inspect for proper installa-
tion. Check for chafing, cracks, dete-
rioration, and signs of leaking. Re-
place any deteriorated or damaged
parts immediately.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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Brake Light and Cruise Control
Switches
Inspect the clearance between the
brake pedal and the switches.
Brake Calipers, Pads, Rotors
Check for wear, deterioration and
fluid leaks. Replace any deteriorated
or damaged parts immediately.
Exhaust System
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks,
deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as nec-
essary.
In-Cabin Microfilter
Replace at specified intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, replace the filter more fre-
quently.Propeller Shaft(s)
Check for damage, looseness, and
grease leakage (4WD/AWD/RWD).
Steering Gear and Linkage, Axle and
Suspension Parts, Drive Shaft Boots
Check for damage, looseness, and
leakage of oil or grease. Under severe
driving conditions, inspect more fre-
quently.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500
miles according to the instructions in
the Owner’s Manual (except G37 Se-
dan Journey Model with Sport Pack-
age, G37 Sedan Sport 6MT, G37
Coupe Journey model with Sport Pack-
age, G37 Coupe Sport 6MT, G37
Coupe Journey models with Perfor-
mance Tire & Wheel Package and all
G37 convertibles). When rotating
tires, check for damage and uneven
wear. Replace if necessary.Transmission Fluid – Automatic or
Manual, Differential Oil, Transfer
Case Oil
Visually inspect for signs of leakage at
specified intervals. If towing a trailer,
using a camper or car–top carrier, or
driving on rough or muddy roads, re-
place the transmission fluid/oil at ev-
ery 30,000 miles or 24 months
(60,000 miles for JX35 CVT fluid).
7-speed automatic
transmissionfluid
is maintenance free.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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The following Maintenance Schedule has been compiled by Infiniti to
assist youin performing the recommended m aintenance services and
keeping appropriate records of services performed. Along with the
related repair invoices, receipts, and other such records, a properly
documented maintenance history could enhance the value of your
vehicle should you ever wish to sell it. The services listed represent the
minimal factory recommended requirements for each time/mileage
interval, up to 120,000 miles / 96 months.
Beginning on page 49 you will find a maintenance log that should be
used to track when and where services were performed. Ask your Service
Consultant to stamp and update your log each time your vehicle is
serviced.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

For the ultimate in preventative maintenance, ask your
Service Consultant for a complimentary Multi-Point In-
spection every timeyou visit your participating Infiniti
retailer.
MPI’s are performed by Infiniti factory trained Technicians
who will provide you with a detailed report of your vehicles
condition.
Driving your Infiniti should be as worry-free an experience
as possible. Trust your Infiniti retailer to inspect and main-
tain your vehicle so you can take pride in knowing your
vehicle is ready for the road ahead.
*Available at participating retailers
NOTE: Form shown is an example. Actual form may vary.
COMPLIMENTARY MULTI-POINT INSPECTION*
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filterSCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
Next scheduled maintenance at
7,500 Miles or 6 Months
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3,750 MILES OR 3 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
7,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE