check oil INFINITI G37 2012 Owners Manual

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]GUID-20167C10-9FEC-49A8-BD90-B52F0ED487EA
Warning
light Name Page
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models)* 2-12
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
warning light 2-13
Automatic Transmission check
warning light 2-13
Brake warning light 2-13
Charge warning light 2-14
Engine oil pressure warning
light 2-14
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS)
warning light* 2-14
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system warning light (orange)* 2-15
Intelligent Key system warning
light 2-15
Low tire pressure warning light 2-15
Master warning light 2-16
Preview Function warning light
(orange)* 2-16
Seat belt warning light 2-17 Warning
light Name Page
Supplemental air bag warning
light 2-17
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
warning light 2-17
Indicator
light Name Page
Automatic Transmission posi-
tion indicator light* 2-18
Exterior light indicator 2-18
Front fog light indicator light 2-18
Front passenger air bag status
light 2-18
High beam indicator light 2-18
Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) 2-18
Security indicator light 2-19
Turn signal/hazard indicator
lights 2-19
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
off indicator light 2-19
*: if so equipped
Illustrated table of contents
0-15WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-12 Instruments and controls GUID-4DFBC906-87A9-4F02-A005-17EFB9C1B112
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light (AWD
models)* Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
warning light (orange)* Exterior light indicator
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light Intelligent Key warning light Front fog light indicator light
Low tire pressure warning light Front passenger air bag status light
Automatic transmission check warning light Master warning light High beam indicator light
Brake warning light Preview Function warning light (orange)* Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Seat belt warning light Security indicator light
Charge warning light Supplemental air bag warning light Turn signal/hazard indicator lights
Engine oil pressure warning light Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) warning light Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off indicator
light
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) warning light* Automatic transmission position indicator
light* *: if so equipped
CHECKING BULBS GUID-EA46E715-CDC1-4316-A1CC-964FA500463C
With all doors closed, apply the parking
brake and push the ignition switch to the
ON position without starting the engine.
The following lights will come on (if so
equipped):
, or , , , , ,
The following lights come on briefly and
then go off (if so equipped):
, or , , , , ,
If any light does not come on, it may
indicate a burned-out bulb or an open circuit in the electrical system. Have the
system checked by an INFINITI retailer.
Some indicators and warnings are also
displayed on the dot matrix crystal display
between the speedometer and tachometer.
(See “ Dot matrix liquid crystal display ”
(P.2-20).) WARNING LIGHTS GUID-7D034C77-E122-4514-8406-A8ED72A0DDF7
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning
light (AWD models) (if so equipped) GUID-6272AC4F-020E-4475-8EA4-DEB8ABD3D971
The warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off
soon after the engine is started.
If the AWD system malfunctions, or the
diameter of the front and the rear wheels
are different, the warning light will either
remain illuminated or blink. (See “ All-
Wheel Drive (AWD) ” (P.5-45).)WARNING/INDICATOR LIGHTS AND
AUDIBLE REMINDERS

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-14 Instruments and controlsBraking System (ABS) warning light illumi-
nate, it may indicate the ABS is not
functioning properly. Have the brake sys-
tem checked, and if necessary repaired, by
an INFINITI retailer promptly. (See “ Anti-
lock Braking System (ABS) warning light ”
(P.2-13).)
WARNING. Your brake system may not be working
properly if the warning light is on.
Driving could be dangerous. If you judge
it to be safe, drive carefully to the
nearest service station for repairs.
Otherwise, have your vehicle towed
because driving it could be dangerous.
. Pressing the brake pedal with the
engine stopped and/or low brake fluid
level may increase your stopping dis-
tance and braking will require greater
pedal effort as well as pedal travel.
. If the brake fluid level is below the
minimum or MIN mark on the brake fluid
reservoir, do not drive until the brake
system has been checked at an INFINITI
retailer. Charge warning light GUID-C69BB772-79B3-4499-9F43-9AE7FF3014AD
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging
system is not functioning properly. Turn
the engine off and check the alternator
belt. If the belt is loose, broken, missing or
if the light remains on, see an INFINITI
retailer immediately.
CAUTION Do not continue driving if the alternator belt
is loose, broken or missing.
Engine oil pressure warning
light GUID-6767AD33-F6A9-4349-9656-7255256FF262
This light warns of low engine oil pressure.
If the light flickers or comes on during
normal driving, pull off the road in a safe
area, stop the engine immediately and call
an INFINITI retailer or other authorized
repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is
not designed to indicate a low oil level.
Use the dipstick to check the oil level. (See
“ Engine oil ” (P.8-11).) CAUTION Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not covered
by warranty. Turn off the engine as soon as
it is safe to do so.
4 Wheel Active Steer (4WAS)
warning light (if so equipped) GUID-F4EA15D8-084C-4F11-9CF5-9BFAB55B87A4
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate that there is a
malfunction with the 4 Wheel Active Steer
(4WAS) portion of the steering system.
Push the ignition switch to the OFF position
and then to the ON position. If the light
does not turn off after cycling the engine,
have the system checked by an INFINITI
retailer.
For further information about the 4 Wheel
Active Steer system, see “ 4 Wheel Active
Steer (4WAS) system ” (P.5-57).
If a malfunction occurs in the system, the 4
Wheel Active Steer (4WAS) function will
cease but driving can be continued. How-
ever, the steering wheel is slightly turned

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]2-24 Instruments and controls18. Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system MAIN switch indicator (if so
equipped) GUID-D9CC1D2D-CB35-47C6-91AE-D047809EAD42
The indicator is displayed when the In-
telligent Cruise Control (ICC) system main
switch is pushed. When the main switch is
pushed again, the indicator disappears.
While the main switch indicator is dis-
played, the ICC system is operational.
SIC3281INDICATORS FOR MAINTENANCE GUID-5EA9FA72-B4A3-457B-B214-AB899857C8F6
1. Engine oil replacement indicator GUID-9093AFD1-78A3-4D19-83A9-09CE6DADBB03
This indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for changing the engine oil.
You can set or reset the distance for
changing the engine oil. (See “ Trip compu-
ter ” (P.2-26).)
2. Oil filter replacement indicator GUID-F7238B25-6F5D-425C-B3DE-A16E7C387E58
This indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for replacing the oil filter.
You can set or reset the distance for
replacing the oil filter. (See “ Trip compu-
ter ” (P.2-26).)
3. Tire replacement indicator GUID-77B7A7D1-C9B1-4B0B-A034-325DDE961E03
This indicator appears when the customer
set distance comes for replacing tires. You
can set or reset the distance for replacing
tires. (See “ Trip computer ” (P.2-26).)
WARNING The tire replacement indicator is not a
substitute for regular tire checks, including
tire pressure checks. See “ Changing wheels
and tires ” (P.8-40). Many factors including
tire inflation, alignment, driving habits and

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]road conditions affect tire wear and when
tires should be replaced. Setting the tire
replacement indicator for a certain driving
distance does not mean your tires will last
that long. Use the tire replacement indicator
as a guide only and always perform regular
tire checks. Failure to perform regular tire
checks, including tire pressure checks could
result in tire failure. Serious vehicle damage
could occur and may lead to a collision,
which could result in serious personal injury
or death.
4. “ OTHER ” indicator GUID-D62188FD-F0C6-498B-8B24-505D6E1D491D
This indicator appears when the customer
set time comes for replacing items other
than the engine oil, oil filter and tires. You
can set or reset the distance for replacing
the items. (See “ Trip computer ” (P.2-26).)
More maintenance reminders are also
available on the center display. (See
“ How to use INFO button ” (P.4-9).) SIC3282
Instruments and controls
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]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 — 8 F
or 8 C) GUID-35621BA5-D61E-4ECD-9628-F300D193449A
The outside air temperature is displayed in
8 F or 8 C in the range of − 22 to 131 8 F ( − 30
to 55 8 C).
The outside air temperature mode includes
a low temperature warning feature. If the
outside air temperature is below 37 8 F
(3 8 C), 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. Setting GUID-9F18B5C6-F437-4D24-B240-415AA28B0E09
Setting 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
* A
and switch
* B
are
used in the setting mode to select and
decide a menu.
SKIP: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
Push the switch
* A
to move to the
warning check mode.
Push the
switch
* B
to select other
menus.
ALERT: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
There 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-9C24-47B7F579C407
There 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-9C24-47B7F579C407
There are 3 submenus under the display
menu.
Instruments and controls
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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]5-12 Starting and driving SSD0768
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY DIS-
CHARGE GUID-9671F916-0B52-40C4-A8B6-C2EBEE799C79
If the battery of the Intelligent Key is
almost discharged, the guide light
* B
of
the Intelligent Key port
* A
blinks and the
indicator appears on the dot matrix liquid
crystal display. (See “ Dot matrix liquid
crystal display ” (P.2-20).)
In this case, inserting the Intelligent Key
into the port
* 1
allows you to start the
engine. Make sure that the key ring side
faces backward as illustrated. Insert the
Intelligent Key in the port until it is latched
and secured. To remove the Intelligent Key from the port,
push the ignition switch to the OFF position
and pull the Intelligent Key out of the port.
NOTE:
The Intelligent Key port does not charge
the Intelligent Key battery. If you see the
low battery indicator in the dot matrix
liquid crystal display, replace the battery
as soon as possible. (See “ Intelligent Key
battery replacement ” (P.8-26).)
CAUTION . Never place anything except the Intelli-
gent Key in the Intelligent Key port.
Doing so may cause damage to the
equipment.
. Make sure the Intelligent Key is in the
correct direction when inserting it to the
Intelligent Key port. The engine may not
start if it is in the incorrect direction.
. Remove the Intelligent Key from the
Intelligent Key port after the ignition
switch is pushed to the OFF position. GUID-9AB14243-C48A-46A2-B252-8756B1BD5A3D
. Make sure the area around the vehicle
is clear.
. Check fluid levels such as engine oil,
coolant, brake fluid and window
washer fluid as frequently as possible,
or at least whenever you refuel.
. Check that all windows and lights are
clean.
. Visually inspect tires for their appear-
ance and condition. Also check tires for
proper inflation.
. Lock all doors.
. Position seat and adjust head re-
straints.
. Adjust inside and outside mirrors.
. Fasten seat belts and ask all passen-
gers to do likewise.
. Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is pushed to
the ON position. (See “ Warning/indica-
tor lights and audible reminders ” (P.2-
12).)BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]5-18 Starting and driving4. Push down the shift lock
* B
as
illustrated.
5. Push the selector lever button
* C
and
move the selector lever to N (Neutral)
position
* D
while holding down the
shift lock.
Now the vehicle may be moved to the
desired location.
If the lever cannot be moved out of P
(Park), have an INFINITI retailer check the
automatic transmission system as soon as
possible.
Adaptive shift control (ASC) GUID-F11A26ED-2920-48C5-B33E-4D8F7EBFD667
The adaptive shift control system automa-
tically operates when the transmission is
in the "D" (drive) and "DS" (Drive Sport)
position and selects an appropriate gear
depending on the road conditions such as
uphill, downhill or curving roads.
Control on uphill and curving roads: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
A low gear is maintained that suits the
degree of the slope or curve to allow
smooth driving with a small number of
shifts.
Control on downhill roads: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
The adaptive shift control system shifts to
a low gear that suits the degree of the slope, and uses the engine braking to
reduce the number of times that the brake
must be used.
Control on winding roads: GUID-D73A39BF-43C8-459F-9C24-47B7F579C407
A low gear is maintained on continuous
curves that involve repeated acceleration
and deceleration, so that smooth accelera-
tion is available instantly when the accel-
erator pedal is depressed.
NOTE:
. Adaptive shift control may not operate
when the transmission oil temperature
is low immediately after the start of
driving or when it is very hot.
. During some driving situations, hard
braking for example, the adaptive shift
control may automatically operate. The
transmission may automatically shift
to a lower gear for engine braking. This
increases engine speed but not vehicle
speed. Vehicle speed is controlled by
the accelerator pedal when the vehicle
is in the Adaptive shift control mode.
. When the adaptive shift control oper-
ates, the transmission sometimes
maintains a lower gear for a longer
period of time than when adaptive shift
control is not operating. Engine speed will be higher for a specific vehicle
speed while ASC system is operating
than when ASC is not operating.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION GUID-55540C91-1BB1-4931-BE6A-9E10E00B9B1A
WARNING . Do not downshift abruptly on slippery
roads. This may cause a loss of control.
. Do not over-rev the engine when shifting
to a lower gear. This may cause a loss of
control or engine damage.
CAUTION . Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal
while driving. This may damage the
clutch.
. Fully depress the clutch pedal before
shifting to help prevent transmission
damage.
. Stop your vehicle completely before
shifting into R (Reverse).
. When the vehicle is stopped for a period
of time, for example at a stop light, shift
to N (Neutral) and release the clutch

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]5-46 Starting and drivingIf any malfunction occurs in the AWD
system while the engine is running, the
warning light will come on.
The warning light may blink rapidly (about
twice per second) while trying to free a
stuck vehicle due to high power train oil
temperature. The driving mode may change
to two-wheel drive. If the warning light
blinks rapidly during operation, stop the
vehicle with the engine idling in a safe
place immediately. Then if the light goes
off after a while, you can continue driving.
A large difference between the diameters
of front and rear wheels will make the
warning light blink slowly (about once per
two seconds). Pull off the road in a safe
area, and idle the engine. Check that all
tire sizes are the same, tire pressure is
correct and tires are not worn.
If the warning light is blinking after the
above operation, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon as
possible.
WARNING. For AWD equipped vehicles, do not
attempt to raise two wheels off the ground and shift the transmission to
any drive or reverse position with the
engine running. Doing so may result in
drivetrain damage or unexpected vehicle
movement which could result in serious
vehicle damage or personal injury.
. Do not attempt to test an AWD equipped
vehicle on a 2-wheel dynamometer (such
as the dynamometers used by some
states for emissions testing) or similar
equipment even if the other two wheels
are raised off the ground. Make sure that
you inform the test facility personnel
that your vehicle is equipped with AWD
before it is placed on a dynamometer.
Using the wrong test equipment may
result in drivetrain damage or unex-
pected vehicle movement which could
result in serious vehicle damage or
personal injury.
CAUTION . Do not operate the engine on a free
roller when any of the wheels are raised.
. If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction in the AWD system. Reduce the vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked by
an INFINITI retailer as soon as possible.
. If the warning light remains on after the
above operation, have your vehicle
checked by an INFINITI retailer as soon
as possible.
. The power train may be damaged if you
continue driving with the warning light
blinking.

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[ Edit: 2012/ 1/ 17 Model: V36-D ]. Wax your vehicle only after a thorough
washing. Follow the instructions sup-
plied with the wax.
. Do not use a wax containing any
abrasives, cutting compounds or clea-
ners that may damage the vehicle
finish.
Machine compound or aggressive polish-
ing on a base coat/clear coat paint finish
may dull the finish or leave swirl marks.
REMOVING SPOTS GUID-6A92BAAD-C79F-4B71-AC08-B8D8170F5C52
Remove tar and oil spots, industrial dust,
insects, and tree sap as quickly as possible
from the paint surface to avoid lasting
damage or staining. Special cleaning
products are available at an INFINITI
retailer or any automotive accessory
stores.
UNDERBODY GUID-235CB819-FCF9-47D3-B2C4-CF42120CA1E4
In areas where road salt is used in winter,
the underbody must be cleaned regularly.
This will prevent dirt and salt from building
up and causing the acceleration of corro-
sion on the underbody and suspension.
Before the winter period and again in the
spring, the underseal must be checked
and, if necessary, re-treated. GLASS GUID-5D4F0140-EB2A-48A1-9AE9-32E16AC93BA3
Use glass cleaner to remove smoke and
dust film from the glass surfaces. It is
normal for glass to become coated with a
film after the vehicle is parked in the hot
sun. Glass cleaner and a soft cloth will
easily remove this film.
CAUTION When cleaning the inside of the windows,
do not use sharp-edged tools, abrasive
cleaners or chlorine-based disinfectant clea-
ners. They could damage the electrical
conductors, radio antenna elements or rear
window defroster elements.
WHEELS GUID-41803024-4AB1-47D5-838F-E8FDD80A7DF3
Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.
. Clean the inner side of the wheels when
the wheel is changed or the underside
of the vehicle is washed.
. Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents
or corrosion. Such damage may cause
loss of pressure or poor seal at the tire
bead. . INFINITI recommends that the road
wheels be waxed to protect against
road salt in areas where it is used
during winter.
CAUTION Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing
the wheels.
Aluminum alloy wheels GUID-7407AEDF-85CD-42A8-BA1D-79993CC06EC3
Wash regularly with a sponge dampened in
a mild soap solution, especially during
winter months in areas where road salt is
used. Salt could discolor the wheels if not
removed.
CAUTION Follow the directions below to avoid stain-
ing or discoloring the wheels:
. Do not use a cleaner that uses strong
acid or alkali contents to clean the
wheels.
. Do not apply wheel cleaners to the
wheels when they are hot. The wheel
temperature should be the same as
Appearance and care
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