boot INFINITI JX 2013 Service And Maintenance Guide

Brake Light and Cruise Control
Switches
Inspect the clearance between the
brake pedal and the switches.
Brake Calipers, Pads, Rotors
Check for wear, deterioration and
fluid leaks. Replace any deteriorated
or damaged parts immediately.
Exhaust System
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes,
muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks,
deterioration, and damage. Tighten
connections or replace parts as nec-
essary.
In-Cabin Microfilter
Replace at specified intervals. When
driving for prolonged periods in dusty
conditions, replace the filter more fre-
quently.Propeller Shaft(s)
Check for damage, looseness, and
grease leakage (4WD/AWD/RWD).
Steering Gear and Linkage, Axle and
Suspension Parts, Drive Shaft Boots
Check for damage, looseness, and
leakage of oil or grease. Under severe
driving conditions, inspect more fre-
quently.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500
miles according to the instructions in
the Owner’s Manual (except G37 Se-
dan Journey Model with Sport Pack-
age, G37 Sedan Sport 6MT, G37
Coupe Journey model with Sport Pack-
age, G37 Coupe Sport 6MT, G37
Coupe Journey models with Perfor-
mance Tire & Wheel Package and all
G37 convertibles). When rotating
tires, check for damage and uneven
wear. Replace if necessary.Transmission Fluid – Automatic or
Manual, Differential Oil, Transfer
Case Oil
Visually inspect for signs of leakage at
specified intervals. If towing a trailer,
using a camper or car–top carrier, or
driving on rough or muddy roads, re-
place the transmission fluid/oil at ev-
ery 30,000 miles or 24 months
(60,000 miles for JX35 CVT fluid).
7-speed automatic
transmissionfluid
is maintenance free.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
11

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
7,500 MILES OR 6 MONTHS
16
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)3
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches1
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Manual transmissionoil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)3
❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmissionfluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches1
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Manual trans mission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (G25 Sedan, G37 Sedan, G37 Coupe and G37 Convertible).
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perform only thos e operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
15,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
18
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
22,500 MILES OR 18 MONTHS
20
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 AND 2
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)4
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid1,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light and cruise
control switches2
__CVT fluid__Differential oil1
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Manual transmissionoil1
__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)1
OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE
Premium Upgrade adds the following services to Schedul e1&2
:❑Lubricate all locks/hinges❑Replace automatic transmission fluid3
❑Replace differential oil❑Replace engine drive belts❑Replace manual transmission oil❑Replace radiator cap❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)❑Replace wiper blades❑Inspect the following:__All lights__Headlights/adjust if necessary
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, us ing a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
2 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (G25 Sedan, G37 Sedan, G37 Coupe and G37 Convertible).
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
30,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
22
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
37,500 MILES OR 30 MONTHS
24
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)3
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches1
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Manual transmissionoil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD) SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)3
❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmissionfluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches1
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Manual trans mission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (G25 Sedan, G37 Sedan, G37 Coupe and G37 Convertible).
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perform only thos e operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
45,000 MILES OR 36 MONTHS
26
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
52,500 MILES OR 42 MONTHS
28
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 AND 2
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)4
❑Replace spark plugs (only G37 IPL)❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid1,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light and cruise
control switches2
__CVT fluid1
__Differential oil1
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system
__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Manual transmissionoil1
__Transfer case oil (4WD/
AWD)1
OPTIONAL PREMIUM UPGRADE
Premium Upgrade adds the following services to Schedul e1&2
:❑Lubricate all locks/hinges❑Replace automatic transmission fluid3
❑Replace differential oil❑Replace engine drive belts❑Replace manual transmission oil❑Replace radiator cap❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)❑Replace wiper blades❑Inspect the following:__All lights__Headlights/adjust if necessary
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, us ing a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
2 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (G25 Sedan, G37 Sedan, G37 Coupe and G37 Convertible).
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
60,000 MILES OR 48 MONTHS
30
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE 1 (MORE SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Lubricate the propeller shaft (For QX56 4WD models)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints SCHEDULE 2 (LESS SEVERE)
❑Replace engine oil and filter❑Rotate tires (refer to pa
ge 11 for exceptions)
❑For the ultimate in prev entative maintenance, ask your Service Ad visor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection everytime youvisit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-greased after being immersed in water.
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
67,500 MILES OR 54 MONTHS
32
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE