tire type INFINITI G37 2010 User Guide

4.
Three-digit code: Tire type code (Op-
tional)5.
Three-digit code: Date of Manufacture6.
Four numbers represent the week and
year the tire was built. For example,
the numbers 3103 means the 31st
week of 2003. If these numbers are
missing, then look on the other side-
wall of the tire.
 3
Tire ply composition and material
The number of layers or plies of
rubber-coated fabric in the tire.
Tire manufacturers also must indi-
cate the materials in the tire, which
include steel, nylon, polyester, and
others.
 4
Maximum permissible inflation pres-
sure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure.  5
Maximum load rating
This number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that
can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
always use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.
 6
Term of “tubeless” or “tube type”
Indicates whether the tire requires an
inner tube (“tube type”) or not
(“tubeless”).
 7
The word “radial”
The word “radial” is shown, if the tire
has radial structure.
 8
Manufacturer or brand name
Manufacturer or brand name is
shown.
Other tire-related terminology:
In addition to the many terms that are
defined throughout this section, In-
tended Outboard Sidewall is (1) the side-
wall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer,
brand and/or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the same mold-
ing on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(2) the outward facing sidewall of an
asymmetrical tire that has a particular
side that must always face outward
when mounted on a vehicle.
TYPES OF TIRES WARNING● When changing or replacing tires, be sure all
four tires are of the same type (Example:
Summer, All Season or Snow) and construc-
tion. An INFINITI retailer may be able to help
you with information about tire type, size,
speed rating and availability.
● Replacement tires may have a lower speed
rating than the factory equipped tires, and
may not match the potential maximum ve-
hicle speed. Never exceed the maximum
speed rating of the tire.
● Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the proper
operation of the TPMS.
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● For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
All season tires INFINITI specifies all season tires on some
models to provide good performance all year,
including snowy and icy road conditions. All
Season tires are identified by ALL SEASON
and/or M&S (Mud and Snow) on the tire side-
wall. Snow tires have better snow traction than
All Season tires and may be more appropriate in
some areas.
Summer tires INFINITI specifies summer tires on some models
to provide superior performance on dry roads.
Summer tire performance is substantially re-
duced in snow and ice. Summer tires do not
have the tire traction rating M&S on the tire
sidewall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in snowy or
icy conditions, INFINITI recommends the use of
SNOW tires or ALL SEASON tires on all four
wheels. Snow tires If snow tires are needed, it is necessary to
select tires equivalent in size and load rating to
the original equipment tires. If you do not, it can
adversely affect the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
Generally, snow tires will have lower speed
ratings than factory equipped tires and may not
match the potential maximum vehicle speed.
Never exceed the maximum speed rating of the
tire.
If you install snow tires, they must be the same
size, brand, construction and tread pattern on
all four wheels.
For additional traction on icy roads, studded
tires may be used. However, some U.S. states
and Canadian provinces prohibit their use.
Check local, state and provincial laws before
installing studded tires. Skid and traction capa-
bilities of studded snow tires, on wet or dry
surfaces, may be poorer than that of non-
studded snow tires. TIRE CHAINS Use of tire chains may be prohibited according
to location. Check the local laws before install-
ing tire chains. When installing tire chains,
make sure they are the proper size for the tires
on your vehicle and are installed according to
the chain manufacturer’s suggestions. Use only
SAE Class S chains. Class “S” chains are used
on vehicles with restricted tire to vehicle clear-
ance. Vehicles that can use Class “S” chains are
designed to meet the SAE standard minimum
clearances between the tire and the closest
vehicle suspension or body component re-
quired to accommodate the use of a winter
traction device (tire chains or cables). The mini-
mum clearances are determined using the fac-
tory equipped tire size. Other types may dam-
age your vehicle. Use chain tensioners when
recommended by the tire chain manufacturer to
ensure a tight fit. Loose end links of the tire
chain must be secured or removed to prevent
the possibility of whipping action damage to
the fenders or underbody. If possible, avoid
fully loading your vehicle when using tire
chains. In addition, drive at a reduced speed.
Otherwise, your vehicle may be damaged
and/or vehicle handling and performance may
be adversely affected.
Tire chains must be installed only on the rear
wheels and not on the front wheels.
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Never install tire chains on a TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire.
Do not use tire chains on dry roads. Driving with
tire chains in such conditions can cause dam-
age to the various mechanisms of the vehicle
due to some overstress.
CHANGING WHEELS AND TIRES
Tire rotation (Models equipped with
same size tires on all wheels) INFINITI recommends rotating the tires
every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). (See
“FLAT TIRE” in the “6. In case of emer-
gency” section for tire replacing proce-
dures.)
As soon as possible, tighten the wheel
nuts to the specified torque with a torque
wrench. Wheel nut tightening torque:
80 ft-lb (108 N·m)
The wheel nuts must be kept tightened to
the specification at all times. It is recom-
mended that wheel nuts be tightened to
the specification at each tire rotation in-
terval. WARNING●
After rotating the tires, check and ad-
just the tire pressure. ●
Retighten the wheel nuts when the
vehicle has been driven for 600 miles
(1,000 km) (also in cases of a flat tire,
etc.). ●
Do not include the T-type spare tire or
any other small size spare tire in the
tire rotation. ●
For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet. SDI1662
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The original tires have built-in tread
wear indicators. When wear indica-
tors are visible, the tire(s) should be
replaced.●
Tires degrade with age and use. Have
tires, including the spare, over 6
years old checked by a qualified tech-
nician, because some tire damage
may not be obvious. Replace the tires
as necessary to prevent tire failure
and possible personal injury.●
Improper service of the spare tire may
result in serious personal injury. If it
is necessary to repair the spare tire,
contact an INFINITI retailer.●
For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety
Information” (US) or “Tire Safety In-
formation” (Canada) in the Warranty
Information Booklet. Replacing wheels and tires When replacing a tire, use the same size, tread
design, speed rating and load carrying capacity
as originally equipped. (See “SPECIFICATIONS”
in the “9. Technical and consumer information”
section for recommended types and sizes of
tires and wheels.)
WARNING● The use of tires other than those recom-
mended or the mixed use of tires of different
brands, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-
dial), or tread patterns can adversely affect
the ride, braking, handling, ground clear-
ance, body-to-tire clearance, tire chain
clearance, speedometer calibration, head-
light aim and bumper height. Some of these
effects may lead to accidents and could re-
sult in serious personal injury. ● If the wheels are changed for any reason,
always replace with wheels which have the
same off-set dimension. Wheels of a differ-
ent off-set could cause premature tire wear,
degrade vehicle handling characteristics
and/or interference with the brake
discs/drums. Such interference can lead to
decreased braking efficiency and/or early
brake pad/shoe wear. See “WHEELS AND
TIRES” in the “9. Technical and consumer
information” section of this manual for
wheel off-set dimensions.
● When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel is
replaced, the TPMS will not function and the
low tire pressure warning light will flash for
approximately 1 minute. The light will re-
main on after 1 minute. Contact your INFINITI
retailer as soon as possible for tire replace-
ment and/or system resetting.
● Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the proper
operation of the TPMS.
● Do not install a damaged or deformed wheel
or tire even if it has been repaired. Such
wheels or tires could have structural damage
and could fail without warning.
● The use of retread tire is not recommended.
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● For additional information regarding tires,
refer to “Important Tire Safety Information”
(US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models CAUTION● Always use tires of the same type, size,
brand, construction (bias, bias-belted or ra-
dial), and tread pattern on all four wheels.
Failure to do so may result in a circumference
difference between tires on the front and
rear axles which will cause excessive tire
wear and may damage the transmission,
transfer case and differential gears.
● ONLY use spare tires specified for the AWD
model.
If excessive tire wear is found, it is recom-
mended that all four tires be replaced with tires
of the same size, brand, construction and tread
pattern. The tire pressure and wheel alignment
should also be checked and corrected as nec-
essary. Contact an INFINITI retailer. Wheel balance Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should be performed with
the wheels off the vehicle. Spin balancing the
wheels on the vehicle could lead to mechanical
damage.
For additional information regarding tires, refer
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or
“Tire Safety Information” (Canada) in the
INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Care of wheels See “CLEANING EXTERIOR” in the “7. Appear-
ance and care” section for details about care of
the wheels.
Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
(T-type) spare tire) Observe the following precautions if the T-type
spare tire must be used, otherwise your vehicle
could be damaged or involved in an accident. WARNING● The T-type spare tire should be used for
emergency use. It should be replaced with
the standard tire at the first opportunity to
avoid possible tire or differential damage.
● Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid sharp
turns and abrupt braking while driving.
● Periodically check spare tire inflation pres-
sure. Always keep the pressure of the TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire at 60 psi (420
kPa, 4.2 bar). Always keep the pressure of
the full size spare tire (if so equipped) at the
recommended pressure for standard tires,
as indicated on the Tire and Loading Infor-
mation label. For Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label location, see “Tire and Loading
Information label” in the index of this
manual.
● With the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire
installed do not drive your vehicle at speeds
faster than 50 MPH (80 km/h).
● When driving on roads covered with snow or
ice, the TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire
should be used on the front wheels and origi-
nal tire used on the rear wheels (drive
wheels). Use tire chains only on the two rear
original tires.
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WHEELS AND TIRES
Road wheel Sedan:
Type Size Offset in (mm)
Conventional 17 × 7-1/2J 1.77 (45)
18 × 7-1/2J 1.77 (45)
Front: 18 × 7-1/2J 1.77 (45)
Rear: 18 × 8-1/2J 1.97 (50)
Spare 17 × 4T 1.18 (30)
18 × 4T 0 (0)
Coupe:
Type Size Offset in (mm)
Conventional 18 × 8J 1.69 (43)
Front: 19 × 8-1/2J 1.69 (43)
Rear: 19 × 9J 1.77 (45)
Spare 17 × 4T 1.18 (30)
18 × 4T 0 (0)
Technical and consumer information
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Tire Sedan:
Type Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]
Conventional P225/55R17 33 (230)
P225/50R18
Front: 225/50R18
Rear: 245/45R18
Spare (T-type) T145/80D17
60 (420)T145/70R18
T145/70D18
Coupe:
Type Size Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]
Conventional P225/50R18 33 (230)
Front: 225/45R19 35 (240)
Rear: 245/40R19
Spare (T-type) T145/80D17 60 (420)
T145/70R18
T145/70D18
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Safety
Child seat belts .............. .1-15
Reporting safety defects (US only) . . . 9-23
S
Satellite radio operation ........... .4-55
Seat adjustment
Front power seat adjustment ....... .1-3
Front seats ..................1-3
Seat belt(s)
Child safety ................ .1-15
Infants .................... 1-15
Injured persons ............... 1-16
Larger children ............... 1-15
Pre-crash seat belts ............ 1-16
Precautions on seat belt usage ...... 1-12
Pregnant women .............. 1-16
Seat belt cleaning ..............7-5
Seat belt extenders ............ 1-20
Seat belt maintenance .......... 1-20
Seat belt warning light and chime .... 2-16
Seat belts .................. 1-12
Seat belts with pretensioners ...... 1-52
Shoulder belt height adjustment ..... 1-19
Small children ............... 1-15
Three-point type .............. 1-16
Seat synchronization function ....... .3-29
Seat(s)
Driver-side memory ........... .3-28
Heated seats ................ 2-38
Seats .....................1-2
Security system (INFINITI Vehicle
Immobilizer System), Engine start ..... .2-29
Security system, Vehicle security system . .2-27 Selector lever
Shift lock release ............. .5-15
Servicing air conditioner (See automatic
climate control) ............... .4-28
Servicing climate control .......... .4-38
SETTING button ................ .4-12
Shift lock release
Transmission ............... .5-15
Shifting
Automatic transmission ......... .5-12
Manual transmission ........... 5-16
Shoulder
belt
height adjustment ...... .1-19
Sliding front passenger’s seat ........ .1-5
Snow mode switch .............. .2-40
Sonar system ................. .5-46
Sonar system off switch ........... .5-48
Spare tire .................... .9-9
Spark plugs .................. .8-16
Speedometer .................. .2-5
Starting
Before starting the engine ........ .5-10
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
Starting the engine ............. 5-11
STATUS button ................. .4-7
Status light, Front passenger air bag . . . .1-47
Steering
Power steering fluid ........... .8-11
Power steering system .......... 5-48
Steering lock release malfunction
indicator .................. 2-21
Steering-wheel-mounted controls for
audio .................... 4-83
Tilt/telescopic steering .......... 3-23
Storage .................... .2-43
Storage box .................. .2-47
Stowing golf bags .............. .2-48 Sun visors .................. .3-24
Sunglasses holder .............. .2-45
Supplemental air bag warning labels . . . .1-53
Supplemental air bag warning light . .1-53 , 2-16
Supplemental restraint system ....... .1-40
Supplemental restraint system,
Precautions on supplemental restraint
system ..................... .1-40
Switch
Autolight switch ............. .2-33
Fog light switch .............. 2-37
Hazard warning flasher switch ...... 2-37
Headlight switch .............. 2-33
Ignition switch automatic transmission
models ................... 5-12
Ignition switch manual transmission
models ................... 5-16
Power door lock switch ...........3-5
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch .................... 2-32
Snow mode switch ............ 2-40
Turn
signal switch ............. 2-37
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch ................. 2-40
T
Tachometer ................... .2-6
Temperature gauge, Engine coolant
temperature gauge .............. .2-6
Theft (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System),
Engine start .................. .2-29
Thigh extension ................ .1-5
Three-way catalyst ............... .5-2
Tilt/telescopic steering ........... .3-23
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Tire
Tire replacement indicator ....... .2-23
Tire rotation ................ 8-36
Tire pressure, Low tire pressure warning
light ...................... .2-14
Tires
Flat tire ................... .6-2
Low tire pressure warning system ....5-3
Spare tire ................. 8-39
Tire and Loading information label . . . 8-30
Tire chains ................. 8-35
Tire dressing ................7-4
Tire pressure ................ 8-28
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ....................5-3
Types of tires ............... 8-34
Uniform tire quality grading ....... 9-22
Wheel/tire size ...............9-9
Wheels and tires ............. 8-28
Top tether strap child restraints ...... .1-24
Touch screen system ............. .4-4
Towing
Flat towing ................ .9-21
Tow truck towing .............. 6-11
Towing a trailer .............. 9-21
TPMS, Tire pressure monitoring system . . . .5-3
TPMS, Tire pressure warning system .... .6-2
Trailer towing ................. .9-21
Transceiver, HomeLink  Universal
Transceiver .................. .2-57
Transmission
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-11
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-12
Driving with manual transmission .... 5-16
Transmission selector lever
lock release ................. 5-15 Transmitter (See remote keyless entry
system) .................... .3-14
Traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country ................ .9-11
Trip computer ................. .2-24
Trip odometer ................. .2-25
Trunk
Interior trunk lid release ........ .3-20
Trunk lid .................. 3-18
Trunk lid release switch .......... 3-18
Trunk
net for extra window washer
fluid ..................... 2-49
Trunk open request switch ........ 3-19
Trunk release power cancel switch . . . 3-19
Trunk light .................. .2-56
Trunk pass-through .............. .1-12
Turn signal switch .............. .2-37
U
Underbody cleaning .............. .7-3
Uniform tire quality grading ........ .9-22
V
Vanity mirror ................. .3-28
Vanity mirror lights ............. .2-56
Variable voltage control system ....... .8-15
Vehicle
Dimensions ................ .9-11
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) .... 6-13
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
off switch ................. 2-40 Vehicle dynamic control (VDC)
system ................... 5-53
Vehicle information and settings
(display) ...................4-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ..... .9-12
Vehicle loading information ......... .9-17
Vehicle security system ........... .2-27
Ventilators .................. .4-27
Voice command (See Bluetooth  Hands-Free
Phone System) ............ .4-87 , 4-101
Voice recognition system ......... .4-109
Voice recognition, Alternate command
mode ..................... .4-122
W
Walk-in mechanism .............. .1-6
Warning
Dot matrix display ............ .2-19
Hazard warning flasher switch ...... 2-37
Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ....................5-3
Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders .................. 2-11
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels . . .1-53
Warning light
Air bag warning light ........... .1-53
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light . . . 2-12
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) warning
light ..................... 2-12
Brake warning light ............ 2-12
Intelligent Key warning light ....... 2-14
Low
tire
pressure warning light ..... 2-14
Seat belt warning light and chime .... 2-16
Warning lights ................ .2-12
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