fuel filter INFINITI G-CONVERTIBLE 2012 Owners Manual

2-26Instruments and controls
amount of fuel in the fuel tank and the
actual fuel consumption.
The display is updated every 30 seconds.
The dte mode includes a low range warning
feature. If the fuel level is low, the warning
is displayed on the screen.
When the fuel level drops even lower, the
dte display will change to“——”.
. If the amount of fuel added is small, the
display just before the ignition switch
is pushed to the OFF position may
continue to be displayed.
. When driving uphill or rounding curves,
the fuel in the tank shifts, which may
momentarily change the display.
5. Outside air temperature (ICY —8F
or 8C)
GUID-34491345-E055-48F3-AB44-5EB401652C23The outside air temperature is displayed in
8F or 8C in the range of −22 to 1318F (−30
to 558C).
The outside air temperature mode includes
a low temperature warning feature. If the
outside air temperature is below 378F
(38C), the warning is displayed on the
screen.
The outside temperature sensor is located
in front of the radiator. The sensor may be affected by road or engine heat, wind
directions and other driving conditions.
The display may differ from the actual
outside temperature or the temperature
displayed on various signs or billboards.
6. SettingGUID-6491617F-C802-4BA5-83F8-4FEBEE69CF78Setting cannot be made while driving. A
message
“Setting can only be operated
when stopped” is also displayed on the
dot matrix crystal display.
The
switch*Aandswitch*Bare
used in the setting mode to select and
decide a menu.
SKIP:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407Push theswitch*Ato move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch*Bto select other
menus.
ALERT:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 3 submenus under the alert
menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. TIME TO REST
Select this submenu to specify when the
“time to rest” indicator activates.
. ICY
Select this submenu to display the low
outside temperature warning.
MAINTENANCE:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 5 submenus under the main-
tenance menu.
. BACK
Select this submenu to return to the top
page of the setting mode.
. ENGINE OIL
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for changing the engine oil.
. OIL FILTER
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing the oil filter.
. TIRE
Select this submenu to set or reset the
distance for replacing tires.
. OTHER
Select this submenu and set or reset
the distance for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires.
DISPLAY:
GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407There are 3 submenus under the display
menu.

8-6Maintenance and do-it-yourself
.The fuel filter or fuel lines should be
serviced by an INFINITI retailer because
the fuel lines are under high pressure
even when the engine is off.
CAUTION
.Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used engine oil
and coolant. Improperly disposed engine
oil, coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids
can damage the environment. Always
conform to local regulations for disposal
of vehicle fluid.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself”
section gives instructions regarding only
those items which are relatively easy for an
owner to perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner’s manual/service
manual order information” (P.9-24).)
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and could affect your warranty coverage.
If in
doubt about any servicing, we recommend
that it be done by an INFINITI retailer.

SDI2335
Engine oil and filterGUID-1CDEEF93-AD62-40A3-B762-F692019EE0591. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
*1with a
wrench and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
.Waste oil must be disposed of
properly.
.Check your local regulations.
(Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the
engine oil filter change is needed.)
4. Loosen the oil filter
*2with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning
it by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting
surface with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of the
engine. Failure to do so could lead to engine
damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with
clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(14.7 to 20.5 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the
drain plug with a wrench. Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill the engine with the recommended oil through the oil filler opening, and
install the oil filler cap securely.
See “Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants” (P.9-2) for drain and
refill capacity. The drain and refill
capacity depends on the oil tempera-
ture and drain time. Use these specifi-
cations for reference only. Always use
the dipstick to determine the proper
amount of oil in the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-11

Always replace spark plugs with recom-
mended or equivalent ones.
GUID-CC965B91-AF8B-4F99-99C4-ECB0137BE4DE
SDI2363
Remove the retainers*1as illustrated and
pull out the filter element
*2.
The filter element should not be cleaned
and reused. Replace it according to the
maintenance intervals. See “INFINITI Ser-
vice and Maintenance Guide” for mainte-
nance intervals. When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing
and the cover with a damp cloth.
WARNING
.
Operating the engine with the air
cleaner removed can cause you or others
to be burned. The air cleaner not only
cleans the air, it stops flame if the
engine backfires. If it is not there, and
the engine backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed, and be careful when working
on the engine with the air cleaner
removed.
. Never pour fuel into the throttle body or
attempt to start the engine with the air
cleaner removed. Doing so could result
in serious injury.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-19
AIR CLEANER

9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants...
....... 9-2
Fuel recommendation ...
...................................... 9-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
......... 9-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
............................. 9-7
Specifications ...
...................................................... 9-8
Engine ...
............................................................. 9-8
Wheels and tires ...
............................................. 9-9
Dimensions ...
................................................... 9-10
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ...
................................................. 9-11
Vehicle identification ...
......................................... 9-11
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ...
....... 9-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ...
........................................... 9-11
Engine serial number ...
.................................... 9-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
.......... 9-12
Emission control information label ...
................ 9-12
Tire and loading information label ...
................. 9-13
Air conditioner specification label ...
.................. 9-13 Installing front license plate
...
.............................. 9-13
Except for Aerodynamic Package models ...
...... 9-14
For Aerodynamic Package models ...
................ 9-16
Vehicle loading information ...
............................... 9-17
Terms ...
.......................................................... 9-17
Vehicle load capacity ...
................................... 9-18
Loading tips ...
................................................. 9-19
Measurement of weights ...
.............................. 9-20
Towing a trailer ...
................................................. 9-20
Flat towing ...
................................................... 9-20
Uniform tire quality grading ...
.............................. 9-21
Treadwear ...
.................................................... 9-21
Traction AA, A, B and C ...
................................ 9-21
Temperature A, B and C ...
............................... 9-21
Emission control system warranty ...
..................... 9-22
Reporting safety defects ...
.................................... 9-22
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test ...
.......................................................... 9-23
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 9-24
Owner’s manual/service manual
order information ...
.............................................. 9-24

9-2Technical and consumer information
GUID-5C50C075-20DD-4C3C-BC1F-8D4154A4AB7AThe following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the“8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended specifications
US measure Imp measure Liter
Fuel 20 gal16-5/8 gal 76 See“Fuel recommendation” (P.9-4).
Engine oil*1
Drain and refill With oil filter change 5-1/8 qt4-3/8 qt 4.9
.Engine oil with API Certification Mark*2, *3
. Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 4-7/8 qt4 qt4.6
Cooling system
Automatic transmission
model With reservoir
9 qt7-1/2 qt 8.5
Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Reservoir
7/8 qt3/4 qt 0.8
Manual transmission model With reservoir
9-1/8 qt7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir 7/8 qt3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*4
Manual transmission gear oil ———Genuine NISSAN Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) HQ Multi 75W-85 or API GL-4,
Viscosity SAE 75W-85
Differential gear oil ———API GL-5 Synthetic Gear Oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90*5
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*6
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*7 or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease Without limited slip differential ———
NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
With limited slip differential ———
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———HFC-134a (R-134a)*8
Air conditioning system lubricants ———NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid ———Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
*1:
For additional information, see “Engine oil”(P.8-10) for changing engine oil.*2:For additional information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.9-6).*3:INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at your INFINITI retailer.*4:Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S 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.
*5:See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.*6:DEXRONTMVI type ATF may also be used.
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/
LUBRICANTS

9-6Technical and consumer information
STI0505
1. API certification mark
2. API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RE-
COMMENDATION
GUID-058FA41E-D16E-49C1-B0F1-1263C55FFFD2
Selecting the correct oilGUID-9C2E08EF-024B-4ED8-82D3-E209D6D2E59EIt is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see“Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants” (P.9-2). INFINITI recommends
the use of an energy conserving oil in
order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certifi-
cation or International Lubricant Standar-
dization and Approval Committee (ILSAC)
certification and SAE viscosity standard.
These oils have the API certification mark
on the front of the container. Oils which do
not have the specified quality label should
not be used as they could cause engine
damage.
Oil additivesGUID-9E75C8D6-814E-4BD1-BCD1-16235F7FBEB1INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.Oil which may contain foreign matter or
has been previously used should not be
used.
Oil viscosityGUID-8F8E9479-970D-4961-A158-B90660C9C234The engine oil viscosity or thickness
changes with temperature. Because of this,
it is important that the engine oil viscosity
be selected based on the temperatures at
which the vehicle will be operated before
the next oil change. Choosing an oil
viscosity other than that recommended
could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filterGUID-9B993B66-0673-49BD-8C4D-409281450A66Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in
change intervals.
Change intervalsGUID-F52EE258-6ADA-49F3-A839-FCF212BBD17BThe oil and oil filter change intervals for
your engine are based on the use of the
specified quality oils and filters. Oil and
filter other than the specified quality, or oil
and filter change intervals longer than
recommended could reduce engine life.
Damage to engines caused by improper
maintenance or use of incorrect oil and

10 Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)...
......................... 5-53
Advanced air bag system ...
.................................. 1-40
Air bag system Advanced air bag system ...
............................. 1-40
Door-mounted curtain side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
....................... 1-45
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
...... 1-42
Front-seat mounted side-impact
supplemental air bag system ...
....................... 1-45
Air bag warning labels ...
...................................... 1-48
Air bag warning light ...
............................... 1-48, 2-14
Air cleaner housing filter ...
................................... 8-19
Air conditioner
Air conditioner service ...
................................. 4-39
Air conditioner specification label ...
................ 9-13
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations ...
................... 4-39, 9-7
Automatic climate control ...
............................ 4-30
In-cabin microfilter ...
....................................... 4-38
Alarm, How to stop alarm (see vehicle
security system) ...
................................................ 2-28
Alcohol, drugs and driving ...
.................................. 5-8
Antenna ...
............................................................ 4-83
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
......................... 5-53
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning light ...
.... 2-10
Appearance care
Exterior appearance care ...
................................ 7-2
Interior appearance care ...
................................ 7-4
Ashtrays (See cigarette lighter and ashtrays) ...
.... 2-43 Audible reminders
...
............................................ 2-16
Audio operation precautions ...
............................. 4-39
Audio system ...
.................................................... 4-39
Steering wheel audio controls ...
...................... 4-81
Auto closure ...
..................................................... 3-30
Autolight system ...
............................................... 2-34
Automatic Automatic adjusting function
(front windows) ...
............................................ 2-50
Automatic climate control ...
.................. 4-31, 4-34
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-12
Climate control ...
............................................ 4-30
Door locks ...
..................................................... 3-6
Drive positioner ...
........................................... 3-38
Driving with automatic transmission ...
............ 5-13
Seat positioner ...
............................................ 3-38
Average fuel consumption and speed ...
................ 2-25
Avoiding collision and rollover ...
............................ 5-7
B
Battery ...
.............................................................. 8-15
Battery saver system ...
................................... 2-35
Intelligent Key ...
.............................................. 8-24
Variable voltage control system ...
................... 8-17
Before starting the engine ...
................................ 5-12
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-84
Bluetooth
®hands-free phone system
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-95 Bluetooth
®streaming audio
...
............................. 4-66
Brake
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) ...
.................... 5-53
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-13
Brake fluid ...
................................................... 8-14
Brake system ...
............................................... 5-50
Parking brake operation ...
............................... 5-20
Warning light ...
............................................... 2-11
Break-in schedule ...
............................................. 5-45
Brightness control Display ON/OFF button ...
.................................. 4-9
Instrument panel ...
......................................... 2-37
Bulb check/instrument panel ...
............................ 2-10
Bulb replacement ...
.............................................. 8-26
C
Cabin air filter ...
................................................... 4-38
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants ...
...... 9-2
Car phone or CB radio ...
...................................... 4-83
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ...
................ 5-4
CD/CF/USB memory care and cleaning ...
............. 4-80
Center multi-function control panel ...
..................... 4-3
Child restraints ...
................................................. 1-19
Child Restraint Lower Anchors ...
...................... 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ...
..................... 1-19
Child safety ...
...................................................... 1-17
Chimes, Audible reminders ...
............................... 2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ...
........................... 2-43
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ...
............................... 8-22

10-2
Cleaning exterior and interior...
....................... 7-2, 7-4
Climate control, Automatic climate control ...
........ 4-30
Clock ...
................................................................ 2-42
Closing the retractable hard top ...
....................... 3-25
Clutch fluid ...
....................................................... 8-13
Cockpit ...
............................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ...
......................................... 5-56
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio system) ...
... 4-56
Compact spare tire ...
........................................... 8-38
Console box ...
...................................................... 2-46
Controller, Center multi-function control panel ...
.... 4-5
Controls Control panel button ...
...................................... 4-3
INFINITI Controller ...
.......................................... 4-5
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
............................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level ...
........................ 8-9
Corrosion protection ...
........................................... 7-7
Cruise control ...
................................................... 5-21
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC system) ...
... 5-40
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ...
.......... 5-23
Cup holders ...
...................................................... 2-44
Current fuel consumption ...
.................................. 2-25
D
Daytime running light system ...
........................... 2-36
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ...
................................................ 2-33
Dimensions ...
....................................................... 9-10 Distance to empty
...
............................................. 2-25
Door/trunk open warning ...
.................................. 2-20
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...
....................... 2-17
Drive belt ...
.......................................................... 8-17
Drive positioner ...
................................................ 3-38
Driving Cold weather driving ...
.................................... 5-56
Driving with automatic transmission ...
............ 5-13
Driving with manual transmission ...
................ 5-18
Precautions when starting and driving ...
........... 5-3
DS (Drive Sport) mode ...
...................................... 5-15
DVD player operation ...
........................................ 4-58
E
Economy, Fuel ...
................................................... 5-45
Elapsed time ...
..................................................... 2-25
Elapsed time and trip odometer ...
........................ 2-25
Emergency tire puncture repair kit ...
...................... 6-8
Emission control information label ...
.................... 9-12
Emission control system warranty ...
..................... 9-22
Engine
Before starting the engine ...
........................... 5-12
Break-in schedule ...
........................................ 5-45
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Changing engine coolant ...
............................... 8-9
Changing engine oil and filter ...
...................... 8-10
Checking engine coolant level ...
........................ 8-9
Checking engine oil level ...
............................. 8-10
Coolant temperature gauge ...
............................ 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ...
........................... 5-11 Engine block heater
...
..................................... 5-57
Engine compartment check locations ...
............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ...
................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
.................................................... 8-10
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ...
........ 9-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ...
.................. 2-23
Engine oil viscosity ...
........................................ 9-6
Engine serial number ...
................................... 9-12
Engine specifications ...
..................................... 9-8
Engine start operation indicator (Automatic
Transmission models) ...
.................................. 2-19
Engine start operation indicator (Manual
Transmission models) ...
.................................. 2-20
If your vehicle overheats ...
.............................. 6-16
Starting the engine ...
...................................... 5-12
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ...
............................... 9-24
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ...
.......................... 5-3
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ...
............. 9-12
Filter
Air cleaner housing filter ...
.............................. 8-19
Changing engine oil and filter ...
...................... 8-10
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher switch) ...
.... 2-38
Flat tire ...
............................................................... 6-2
Changing flat tire (with spare tire) ...
................. 6-3
Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) ...
........................................ 6-8
Flat towing ...
........................................................ 9-20
Floor mat cleaning ...
.............................................. 7-5

FluidAutomatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...
............... 8-12
Brake and clutch fluid ...
.................................. 8-13
Brake fluid ...
................................................... 8-14
Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Engine coolant ...
............................................... 8-8
Engine oil ...
.................................................... 8-10
Power steering fluid ...
..................................... 8-13
Window washer fluid ...
................................... 8-14
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ...
........................................................ 4-53
Fog light switch ...
................................................ 2-37
Front passenger air bag and status light ...
........... 1-42
Front power seat adjustment ...
............................... 1-3
Front seat, Front seat adjustment ...
........................ 1-3
Front-seat active head restraints ...
....................... 1-10
Fuel Capacities and
recommended fuel/lubricants ...
........................ 9-2
Fuel economy ...
............................................... 5-45
Fuel economy information (display) ...
.............. 4-11
Fuel octane rating ...
.......................................... 9-4
Fuel recommendation ...
..................................... 9-4
Fuel-filler cap ...
............................................... 3-31
Fuel-filler door ...
............................................. 3-31
Gauge ...
............................................................ 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...
............................. 3-33
Fuses ...
................................................................ 8-22
Fusible links ...
..................................................... 8-22G
Garage door opener, HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ...
........................................ 2-53
Gas cap ...
............................................................ 3-31
Gauge ...
................................................................. 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ...
................. 2-8
Fuel gauge ...
..................................................... 2-9
Odometer ...
....................................................... 2-7
Speedometer ...
................................................. 2-7
Tachometer ...
.................................................... 2-8
Trip computer ...
.............................................. 2-25
General maintenance ...
................................... 8-2, 8-3
Glove box ...
......................................................... 2-46
H
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models with navigation system) ...
....................... 4-84
Hands-free phone system, Bluetooth®
(models without navigation system) ...
.................. 4-95
Hard top If the top does not open or close ...
................. 3-25
Indicators for retractable hard top
(dot matrix) ...
......................................... 2-22, 3-23
Initializing ...
.................................................... 3-26
Operating using the Intelligent Key ...
.............. 3-26
Retractable hard top operation ...
.................... 3-19
Hazard warning flasher switch ...
.......................... 2-38
Head restraints ...
................................................... 1-7
Headlights
Bulb replacement ...
......................................... 8-26 Headlight switch
...
.......................................... 2-34
Xenon headlights ...
......................................... 2-33
Heated seats ...
.................................................... 2-39
Heater
Automatic climate control ...
............................ 4-30
Engine block heater ...
..................................... 5-57
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...
...................... 2-53
Hood release ...
.................................................... 3-18
Horn ...
................................................................. 2-38
I
Ignition switch
(Push-button) ...
................................................. 5-9
Manual transmission models ...
....................... 5-18
Immobilizer system ...
........................................... 2-29
In-cabin microfilter ...
............................................ 4-38
Indicator Dot matrix display ...
....................................... 2-17
Lights ...
.......................................................... 2-15
INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System ...
.................. 2-29
INFINITI voice recognition system ...
.................... 4-109
INFO button ...
........................................................ 4-9
Inside mirror ...
..................................................... 3-35
Inspection/maintenance (I/M) test ...
.................... 9-23
Instrument brightness control ...
........................... 2-37
Instrument panel ...
................................................ 2-4
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ...
............... 5-23
Preview function ...
.......................................... 5-45
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light ...
.................................................... 2-12
Intelligent Key ...
..................................................... 3-3
10-3