Engine oil maintenance INFINITI QX4 2001 Factory User Guide

Schedule 2NBMA0004S02EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCENBMA0004S0201
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Section
- Page
or
- Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers
or months, whichever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive beltsI* I* MA-13
Air cleaner filter[R] [R] MA-17
EVAP vapor linesI* I* MA-20
Fuel linesI* I* MA-16
Fuel filter* NOTE (1)MA-16
Engine coolant NOTE (2)R* MA-14
Engine oilRRRRRRRRMA-18
Engine oil filter (Use part No. 15208-
31U00 or equivalent.)RRRRRRRRMA-18
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED type) Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km) MA-19
Intake & exhaust valve clearance* NOTE (3)EM-52, ªValve Clear-
anceº
NOTE:
(1) When the filter becomes clogged, the vehicle speed cannot be increased as the driver wishes. In such an event, replace the filter.
(2) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(3) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
HMaintenance items and intervals with ª*º are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the
emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are required.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Schedule 2
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Checking Drive BeltsNBMA0010
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1. Inspect belt for cracks, fraying, wear and oil. If necessary,
replace.
2. Inspect drive belt deflection or tension at a point on the belt
midway between pulleys.
3. Check belt tension using belt tension gauge (BT3373-F or
equivalent).
Inspect drive belt deflection or tension when engine is cold.
Adjust if belt deflections exceed the limit or if belt tension is
not within specifications.
Belt deflection and tension
Deflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment *1 Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New beltUsed belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment Limit After adjustment
Alternator
Power steering
oil pump
Fan7 (0.28)4-5
(0.16 - 0.20)3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177)294 (30, 66)730 - 818 (74.4 -
83.5, 164 - 184)838 - 926 (85.4 -
94.5, 188 - 208)
Air conditioner
compressor12 (0.47)9-10
(0.35 - 0.39)8-9
(0.31 - 0.35)196 (20, 44)348 - 436 (35.5 -
44.5, 78 - 98)470 - 559 (47.9 -
57.0, 106 - 126)
Applied pushing
force98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) Ð
*1 If belt tension gauge cannot be installed at check points shown, check drive belt tension at a different location on the belt.
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Checking Drive Belts
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SMA096D
Changing Engine OilNBMA0015WARNING:
IBe careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.
IProlonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine com-
ponents.
2. Stop engine and wait for more than 10 minutes.
3. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
4. Drain oil and refill with new engine oil.
Oil specification and viscosity
IAPI grade SG or SH, Energy ConservingI&IIorAPIgrade
SJ, Energy Conserving
IAPI Certification Mark
IILSAC grade GF-I & GF-II
ISee ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº, MA-11.
Oil capacity (Approximately):
Unit:(US qt, Imp qt)
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 5.0 (5-1/4, 4-3/8)
Without oil filter change 4.8 (5-1/8, 4-1/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 6.8 (7-1/4, 6)
CAUTION:
IBe sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
Oil pan drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N´m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
IThe 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.
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5. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil fil-
ter for oil leakage.
6. Stop engine and wait for more than 10 minutes.
7. Check oil level.
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Changing Oil FilterNBMA00161. Remove oil filter with Tool.
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine and engine oil
are hot.
The filter is a full-flow cartridge type and is provided with a relief
valve.
Refer to LC-7, ªOil Filterº.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Changing Engine Oil
MA-18

SMA010
2. Clean oil filter mounting surface on cylinder block. Coat rubber
seal of new oil filter with engine oil.
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3. Screw in the oil filter until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
an additional 2/3 turn.
4. Add engine oil.
Refer to MA-18, ªChanging Engine Oilº.
IClean excess oil from engine.
SMA098D
Changing Spark PlugsNBMA00171. Remove engine cover.
2. Remove throttle wires.
3. Remove air duct with air cleaner assembly.
4. Disconnect harness connectors and harness brackets around
ignition coil sides.
5. Remove throttle body. (Only when removing the No. 4 cylinder
spark plug)
6. Disconnect ignition coil harness connectors.
7. Loosen ignition coil fixing bolts and pull out coil from intake
manifold connector.
Ignition coil:
: 8.5 - 10.7 N´m (0.86 - 1.1 kg-m, 75 - 95 in-lb)
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8. Check type and gap of new spark plug.
Spark plug type:
Symbol Make
Standard type PLFR5A-11 NGK
Cold type PLFR6A-11 NGK
Hot type PLFR4A-11 NGK
Gap (Nominal): 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Spark plug:
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
Changing Oil Filter (Cont'd)
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2WD, 4WD model
8.5(9 US qt, 7-1/2 Imp qt)
Drain plug:
: 29 - 39 N´m (3.0 - 4.0 kg-m, 22 - 29 ft-lb)
4. Run engine at idle speed for five minutes.
5. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-21, ªChecking A/T
Fluidº. If fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 5.
SMA439B
Checking All-mode 4WD Transfer FluidNBMA0022Check for oil leakage and fluid level.
A/T fluid is used for the all-mode 4WD transfer in the factory.
Never start engine while checking fluid level.
Filler plug:
: 10 - 20 N´m (1.0 - 2.0 kg-m, 87 - 174 in-lb)
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Changing All-mode 4WD Transfer FluidNBMA0023When changing all-mode 4WD transfer fluid completely, A/T fluid
may be used.
Fluid grade:
Nissan Matic ªDº (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or
Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Refer to ªFluids and Lubricantsº, ªRECOMMENDED
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº, MA-11.
Fluid capacity:
3.0(3-1/8 US qt, 2-5/8 Imp qt)
Drain plug:
: 10 - 20 N´m (1.0 - 2.0 kg-m, 87 - 174 in-lb)
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing A/T Fluid (Cont'd)
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Engine Maintenance
DRIVE BELT DEFLECTIONNBMA0038Unit: mm (in)
Used belt deflection
Deflection of new belt
Limit Deflection after adjustment
Alternator
Power steering oil pump
Fan7 (0.28)4 - 5 (0.16 - 0.20) 3.5 - 4.5 (0.138 - 0.177)
Air conditioner compressor 12 (0.47) 9 - 10 (0.35 - 0.39)8 - 9 (0.31 - 0.35)
Applied pushing force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
DRIVE BELT TENSIONNBMA0042Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment
Generator
Power steering oil pump
Fan294 (30, 66) 730 - 818 (74.4 - 83.5, 164 - 184) 838 - 926 (85.4 - 94.5, 188 - 208)
Air conditioner compressor 196 (20, 44) 348 - 436 (35.5 - 44.5, 78 - 98) 470 - 559 (47.9 - 57.0, 106 - 126)
SPARK PLUG TYPENBMA0039
Symbol Make
Standard type PLFR5A-11 NGK
Cold type PLFR6A-11 NGK
Hot type PLFR4A-11 NGK
Plug gap (Nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Chassis and Body Maintenance
WHEEL BALANCENBMA0040
Maximum allowable unbalanceDynamic (At rim flange) g (oz) 10 (0.35) (one side)
Static g (oz) 20 (0.71)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Engine Maintenance
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