oil viscosity INFINITI G37 2010 Owners Manual

The 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 gal 16-5/8 gal 76 See “FUEL RECOMMENDATION” later in this section.
Engine oil*2
Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5-1/8 qt 4-3/8 qt 4.9 •Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1*2
•Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 4-7/8 qt 4 qt 4.6
Cooling system
Automatic transmission
model With reservoir 9 qt 7-1/2 qt 8.5 50% Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
50% Demineralized or distilled water
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Manual transmission
model With reservoir 9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF*3
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 — — — Front:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5
Viscosity SAE 80W-90*4
Rear:
For 7AT 2WD models:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Synthetic 75W-90 or API GL-5 synthetic
gear oil, Viscosity SAE 75W-90*5
All other models:
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5
Viscosity SAE 80W-90*4
Transfer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*6
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the in-
structions in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-
yourself” section. Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*7
Brake and clutch fluid Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*8 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)*9
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
equivalentCAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS
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*1: INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil available at your INFINITI retailer.
*2: For additional information, see “ENGINE OIL” in the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section for changing engine oil.
*3: 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.
*4: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32°F (0°C).
*5: See an INFINITI retailer for service for synthetic oil.
*6: Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may damage the
transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
*7: DEXRON TM
VI type ATF may also be used.
*8: Available in mainland US through an INFINITI retailer.
*9: For additional information, see “VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION” later in this section for air conditioner specification label.
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1. API certification mark
2. API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure sat-
isfactory engine life and performance, see “CA-
PACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” earlier in this section.
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) certification or Interna-
tional Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE viscos-
ity standard. These oils have the API certifica-
tion 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 additives INFINITI 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 viscosity The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is impor-
tant 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 recom-
mended could cause serious engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When replac-
ing, use the genuine oil filter or its equivalent
for the reason described in change intervals.
Change intervals The 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 re-
duce engine life. Damage to engines caused by
improper maintenance or use of incorrect oil
and filter quality and/or viscosity is not covered
by the new INFINITI vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have to STI0505
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Car phone or CB radio ............ .4-85
Card holder .................. .2-47
Cargo net retainers ............. .2-49
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst . . . .5-2
Center multi-function control panel ..... .4-2
Child restraints ................ .1-20
Child restraints
Booster seats ............... .1-35
Installation using LATCH ......... 1-25
Installation using the seat belts ..... 1-29
LATCH system ............... 1-22
Precautions on child restraints ...... 1-21
Top tether strap .............. 1-24
Child safety .................. .1-15
Child safety rear door lock .......... .3-6
Chimes
Audible reminders ............ .2-18
Seat belt warning light and chime .... 2-16
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ....... .2-42
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ......... .8-21
Cleaning exterior and interior ..... .7-2 , 7-4
Climate control, Automatic
climate control ................ .4-28
Clock ..................... .2-40
Clutch fluid .................. .8-12
Coat hooks .................. .2-48
Cockpit ..................... .2-2
Cold weather driving ............. .5-55
Command (See Bluetooth  Hands-Free
Phone System) ............ .4-87 , 4-101
Compact Disc (CD) player
(See audio system) .............. .4-57
Compact spare tire .............. .8-39
Compass .................... .2-8
Console box ................. .2-45 Controller, Center multi-function control
panel ...................... .4-4
Controls
Control panel button (display) ...... .4-2
Heater
and
air conditioner controls
(See automatic climate control) ..... 4-28
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-8
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Corrosion protection ............. .7-6
Cruise control ................. .5-19
Cruise control
Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC
system) .................. .5-38
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system . . 5-21
Cruise indicator ............... .2-22
Cup holders .................. .2-43
Current fuel consumption .......... .2-25
D
Daytime running light system ........ .2-35
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ........... .2-32
Dimensions .................. .9-11
Display cleaning ................ .4-6
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ................. .4-2
Distance to empty .............. .2-25
Door/trunk open warning .......... .2-22
Dot matrix liquid crystal display ...... .2-19
Drive belts .................. .8-16
Drive positioner ............... .3-28 Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) .......... .5-43
Cold weather driving ........... 5-55
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-12
Driving with manual transmission .... 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
DS (Drive Sport) mode ............ .5-14
E
Economy, Fuel ................ .5-42
Elapsed time ................. .2-25
Elapsed time and trip odometer ...... .2-25
Emission control information label . . . . . .9-13
Emission control system warranty ..... .9-23
Engine
Before starting the engine ........ .5-10
Break-in schedule ............. 5-42
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................
9 -2
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Checking engine coolant level .......8-7
Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Engine block heater ............ 5-56
Engine compartment check locations . . . 8-6
Engine cooling system ...........8-7
Engine oil ..................8-8
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) .... 2-21
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M
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ...... .2-17
Map lights .................. .2-54
Master warning light ............. .2-15
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) . . .3-3
Memory storage, Automatic drive
positioner ................... .3-30
Meter
Trip computer ............... .2-24
Meters and gauges .............. .2-4
Meters and gauges, Instrument brightness
control ..................... .2-36
Mirror
Inside mirror ............... .3-25
Outside mirrors .............. 3-26
Monitor, Rearview monitor ......... .4-22
Moonroof ................... .2-52
N
New vehicle break-in ............. .5-42
No key warning ................ .2-21
O
Odometer .................... .2-5
Off-road recovery ............... .5-5
Oil
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants .................. .9-2
Changing engine oil and filter .......8-9
Checking engine oil level .........8-8 Engine oil ..................8-8
Engine oil viscosity .............9-6
Oil filter replacement indicator ..... 2-23
Operation, Indicators for operation (dot
matrix) ..................... .2-21
Outside air temperature ........... .2-26
Outside mirrors ................ .3-26
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual order
information .................. .9-25
P
Panic alarm .................. .3-15
Parking
Parking brake operation ......... .5-18
Parking brake release warning ...... 2-22
Parking on hills .............. 5-44
Parking brake break-in ........... .5-49
Personal lights ................ .2-54
Phone, Car phone or CB radio ....... .4-85
Power
Power door lock .............. .3-4
Power
outlet ................ 2-41
Power
steering fluid ............ 8-11
Power steering system .......... 5-48
Power windows .............. 2-49
Power front seat adjustment ......... .1-3
Pre-crash seat belts ............. .1-16
Precautions
Audio operation ............. .4-39
Braking precautions ............ 5-48
Child restraints ............... 1-21
Cruise control ............... 5-19
Maintenance .................8-5
Seat belt usage ............... 1-12 Supplemental restraint system ...... 1-40
When starting and driving . . .......5-2
Preview function ............... .5-49
Preview function (for Intelligent cruise
control system) ................ .5-42
Preview Function warning light ....... .2-15
Push starting .................. .6-9
Push-button ignition switch ......... .5-7
R
Radio ..................... .4-39
Radio
Car phone or CB radio .......... .4-85
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc
(CD) player ................. 4-54
Rain-sensing auto wiper system . . . . . . .2-31
Rapid air pressure loss ............ .5-6
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test (US only) ............. .9-24
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock . .3-6
Rear seats ................... .1-7
Rear window and outside mirror defroster
switch ..................... .2-32
Rearview monitor ............... .4-22
Recorders, Event data ............ .9-25
Registering your vehicle in
another country ................ .9-11
Remote keyless entry system ........ .3-14
Reporting safety defects (US only) ..... .9-23
Roadside assistance program ........ .6-2
Rollover ..................... .5-5
Roof,
Moonroof ............... .2-53
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FUEL RECOMMENDATION:
VQ37VHR engine Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index)
number (Research octane number 96).
If premium gasoline is not available, unleaded
regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI
number (Research octane number 91) may be
temporarily used, but only under the following
precautions:
● Have the fuel tank filled only partially with
unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with
unleaded premium gasoline as soon as pos-
sible.
● Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt accel-
eration.
However, for maximum vehicle performance, the
use of unleaded premium gasoline is recom-
mended.
CAUTION● Using a fuel other than that specified could
adversely affect the emission control sys-
tems, and may also affect warranty
coverage. ● Under no circumstances should a leaded
gasoline be used, since this will damage the
three way catalyst.
● Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle. Your
vehicle is not designed to run on E-85 fuel.
Using E-85 fuel can damage the fuel system
components and is not covered by the
INFINITI vehicle limited warranty.
For additional information, see “CAPACITIES
AND RECOMMENDED FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the
“9. Technical and consumer information” sec-
tion.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATION: ● Engine oil with API Certification Mark
● Viscosity SAE 5W-30
See “CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FUEL/LUBRICANTS” in the “9. Technical and
consumer information” section for engine oil
and oil filter recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES: The label is typically located on the driver side
center pillar or on the driver’s door. For addi-
tional information, see “WHEELS AND TIRES” in
the “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” sec-
tion. NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
RECOMMENDATION: During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations out-
lined in the “BREAK-IN SCHEDULE” in the “5.
Starting and driving” section of this Owner’s
Manual. Follow these recommendations for the
future reliability and economy of your new
vehicle.GAS STATION INFORMATION
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