ECO mode INFINITI M 2010 Owners Manual

cWhen towing rear wheel drive models with
the front wheels on the ground or on towing
dollies: Push the ignition switch to the ACC
or ON position, and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position with a
rope or similar device. Never secure the
steering wheel by selecting the LOCK posi-
tion. This may damage the steering lock
mechanism.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
INFINITI recommends that towing dollies be
used when towing your vehicle or place the
vehicle on a flatbed truck as illustrated.
CAUTION
Never tow AWD models with any of the wheels
on the ground as this may cause serious and
expensive damage to the powertrain.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
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REPLACING SPARK PLUGS
If replacement is required, see an INFINITI re-
tailer for servicing.
Platinum-tipped spark plugs (for
VK45DE engine model)
It is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped
spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type spark plugs since they will last much
longer. Follow the maintenance log shown in
the ªINFINITI Service and Maintenance Guideº.
Do not reuse the spark plugs by cleaning or
regapping.
Always replace spark plugs with recommended
or equivalent ones.
Iridium-tipped spark plugs (for
VQ35HR engine model)
It is not necessary to replace the iridium-tipped
spark plugs as frequently as the conventional
type spark plugs since they will last much
longer. Follow the maintenance schedule in
ªINFINITI Service and Maintenance Guideº, but
do not reuse them by cleaning or regapping.
Always replace spark plugs with recommended
or equivalent ones.Remove the retainers
s1as illustrated and pull
out the filter element
s2.
The filter element should not be cleaned and
reused. Replace it according to the mainte-
SDI2020
VQ35HR engine
SDI2033
AIR CLEANER
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Tire and Loading Information label
s1Seating capacity: The maximum num-ber of occupants that can be seated
in the vehicle.
s2Vehicle load limit: See ªVEHICLE
LOADING INFORMATIONº in the ª9.
Technical and consumer informa-
tionº section.
s3Original size: The size of the tires
originally installed on the vehicle at
the factory.
s4Cold tire pressure: Inflate the tires to this pressure when the tires are cold.
Tires are considered COLD after the
vehicle has been parked for 3 or
more hours, or driven less than 1 mile
(1.6 km) at moderate speeds. The
recommended cold tire inflation is
set by the manufacturer to provide
the best balance of tire wear, vehicle
handling, driveability, tire noise,
etc., up to the vehicle's GVWR.
s5Tire size Ð see ªTIRE LABELINGº later
in this section.
s6Spare tire size or compact spare tire
size (if so equipped)
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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
cWhen 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.
c 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.
c Replacing tires with those not originally
specified by INFINITI could affect the proper
operation of the TPMS. c
For additional information regarding tires,
refer to ªImportant Tire Safety Informationº
(US) or ªTire Safety Informationº (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.
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cFor additional information regarding tires,
refer to ªImportant Tire Safety Informationº
(US) or ªTire Safety Informationº (Canada) in
the Warranty Information Booklet.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
CAUTION
cAlways 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.
c 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 ªImportant Tire Safety Informationº (US) or
ªTire Safety Informationº (Canada) in the
INFINITI Warranty Information Booklet.
Care of wheels
c Wash the wheels when washing the vehicle
to maintain their appearance.
c Clean the inner side of the wheels when the
wheel is changed or the underside of the
vehicle is washed.
c Do not use abrasive cleaners when washing
the wheels.
c Inspect wheel rims regularly for dents or
corrosion. Such damage may cause loss of
pressure or poor seal at the tire bead. c
INFINITI recommends that the road wheels
be waxed to protect against road salt in
areas where it is used during winter.
Spare tire (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire)
Observe the following precautions if the TEM-
PORARY USE ONLY spare tire must be used,
otherwise your vehicle could be damaged or
involved in an accident.
WARNING
cThe TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire should
be used for emergency use. It should be re-
placed with the standard tire at the first op-
portunity to avoid possible tire or differen-
tial damage.
c Drive carefully while the TEMPORARY USE
ONLY spare tire is installed. Avoid sharp
turns and abrupt braking while driving.
c 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
Information label.
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Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a
vehicle behind a recreational vehicle, such as a
motor home.
CAUTION
cFailure to follow these guidelines can result
in severe transmission damage.
c Whenever flat towing your vehicle, always
tow forward, never backward.
c DO NOT tow any automatic transmission ve-
hicle with all four wheels on the ground (flat
towing). Doing so WILL DAMAGE internal
transmission parts due to lack of transmis-
sion lubrication.
c DO NOT tow an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ve-
hicle with any of the wheels on the ground.
Doing so may cause serious and expensive
damage to the powertrain.
c For emergency towing procedures refer to
ªTOWING RECOMMENDED BY INFINITIº in the
ª6. In case of emergencyº section of this
manual.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) models
Do not tow an AWD vehicle with any of the
wheels on the ground.
Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic
transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly
MUST be placed under the towed vehicle's drive
wheels. Alwaysfollow the dolly manufacturer's
recommendations when using their product. DOT (Department Of Transportation) Quality
Grades: All passenger car tires must conform to
federal safety requirements in addition to these
grades.
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
TREADWEAR
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times
as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires
depends upon actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics
and climate.
FLAT TOWING
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
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A vehicle equipped with All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
should never be tested using a two wheel
dynamometer (such as the dynamometers used
by some states for emissions testing), or similar
equipment. Make sure you inform 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
transmission damage or unexpected vehicle
movement which could result in serious vehicle
damage or personal injury.
Due to legal requirements in some states/ areas
or provinces, your vehicle may be required to be
in what is called the ªready conditionº for an
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) test of the emis-
sion control system.
The vehicle is set to the ªready conditionº when
it is driven through certain driving patterns.
Usually, the ªready conditionº can be obtained
by ordinary usage of the vehicle.
If a powertrain system component is repaired or
the battery is disconnected, the vehicle may be
reset to a ªnot ready conditionº. Before taking
the I/M test, check the vehicle's
inspection/maintenance test readiness condi-
tion. Push the ignition switch to the ON position
without starting the engine. If the Malfunction
Indicator Light (MIL) comes on steady for 20
seconds and then blinks for 10 seconds, the I/Mtest condition is ªnot readyº. If the MIL does not
blink after 20 seconds, the I/M test condition is
ªreadyº.
If the MIL indicates the vehicle is in a ªnot
readyº condition, drive the vehicle through the
following pattern to set the vehicle to the
ªready conditionº. If you cannot or do not want
to perform the driving pattern, an INFINITI re-
tailer can conduct it for you.
WARNING
Always drive the vehicle in a safe and prudent
manner according to traffic conditions and
obey all traffic laws.
1. Start the engine. Allow the engine to idle
until the engine coolant temperature
gauge needle points between the C and H
(normal operating temperature).
2. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h), then quickly release the accelera-
tor pedal completely and keep it released
for at least 10 seconds.
3. Quickly depress the accelerator pedal for a moment, then drive the vehicle at a
speed of 53 to 60 MPH (86 to 96 km/h) for
at least 9 minutes.
4. Stop the vehicle. Leave the engine run- ning. 5. Accelerate the vehicle to 35 MPH (55
km/h) and maintain the speed for 20
seconds.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 at least 10 times.
7. Accelerate the vehicle to 55 MPH (88 km/h) and maintain the speed for at least
3 minutes.
8. Stop the vehicle. Place the transmission selector lever in the P (Park) or N (Neutral)
position.
9. Turn the engine off.
10. Repeat steps 1 through 8 at least one more time.
If step 1 through 7 is interrupted, repeat the
preceding step. Any safe driving mode is ac-
ceptable between steps. Do not stop the engine
until step 7 is completed.
READINESS FOR INSPECTION/
MAINTENANCE (I/M) TEST
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This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data
Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is
to record, in certain crash or near crash-like
situations, such as an air bag deployment or
hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle's systems per-
formed. The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems
for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds
or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:
cHow various systems in your vehicle were
operating;
c Whether or not the driver and passenger
safety belts were buckled/fastened;
c How far (if at all) the driver was depressing
the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
c How fast the vehicle was traveling.
c Sounds are not recorded.
These data can help provide a better under-
standing of the circumstances in which crashes
and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle
only if a nontrivial crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under normal
driving conditions and no personal data (e.g.
name, gender, age and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with
the type of personally identifying data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equip-
ment is required and access to the vehicle or
the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle
manufacturer and INFINITI retailer, other par-
ties, such as law enforcement, that have the
special equipment, can read the information if
they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. EDR
data will only be accessed with the consent of
the vehicle owner or lessee or as otherwise
required or permitted by law.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is the best
source of service and repair information for your
vehicle. Filled with wiring diagrams, illustra-
tions and step-by-step diagnostic and adjust-
ment procedures, this manual is the same one
used by the factory trained technicians working
at an INFINITI retailer. Also available are genu-
ine INFINITI Owner's Manuals, and genuine
INFINITI Service and Owner's Manuals for older
INFINITI models.
In the USA:
For current pricing and availability of genuine
INFINITI Service Manuals
for the 2000 model
year and later, contact:
1-800-450-9491
www.infiniti-techinfo.com
For current pricing and availability of genuine
INFINITI Service Manuals for the 1999 model
year and prior, see an INFINITI retailer, or
contact:
1-800-247-5321
For current pricing and availability of genuine
INFINITI Owner's Manuals for this model year
and prior, see an INFINITI retailer, or contact:
1-800-247-5321
EVENT DATA RECORDERS (EDR) OWNER'S MANUAL/SERVICE MANUAL
ORDER INFORMATION
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C
Cabin air filter .................4-33
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants ..................9-2
Car phone or CB radio .............4-73
Cargo (See vehicle loading information) . . .2-43
Cargo net ....................2-43
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst . . . .5-2
CD/CF care and cleaning ...........4-57
Center multi-function control panel ......4-2
Child restraints .................1-19
Child restraints Booster seats ................1-35
Installation using LATCH .........1-24
Installation using the seat belts .....1-28
LATCH system ................ 1-21
Precautions on child restraints ......1-19
Top tether strap .............. 1-23
Child safety ...................1-14
Child safety rear door lock ...........3-6
Chimes, Audible reminders ..........2-20
Cigarette lighter and ashtrays ........2-39
Circuit breaker, Fusible link ..........8-26
Cleaning exterior and interior ......7-2 , 7-4
Climate control Automatic climate control .........4-29
Climate control rear switch ..........4-33
Climate controlled seats ............2-35
Clock ......................2-38
Coat hooks ...................2-43
Cockpit ......................2-2
Cold weather driving ..............5-56
Command (See Bluetooth THands-Free Phone
System) .................4-76 , 4-89 Compact Disc (CD) player/changer
......4-45
Compact spare tire ..............8-44
CompactFlash (CF) player ...........4-47
Compass .....................2-9
Console box ..................2-42
Controller, Center multi-function control
panel .......................4-4
Controls Control panel button (display) .......4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls (See
automatic climate control) ........4-29
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ...................9-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-11
Checking engine coolant level ......8-11
Corrosion protection ..............7-6
Cruise control ..................5-23
Cruise control Fixed speed cruise control (on ICC
system) ...................5-42
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system . . 5-25
Cup holders ...................2-40
D
Daytime running light system .........2-31
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside
mirror defroster switch ............2-28
Dimensions and weights ...........9-10
Display cleaning .................4-5
Display controls (See center multi-function
control panel) ..................4-2
Door open warning light ............2-14
Dot matrix liquid crystal display .......2-21Drive belts
...................8-19
Drive positioner ................3-26
Driving All-wheel drive (AWD) ...........5-47
All-wheel drive (AWD) safety
precautions .................5-7
Cold weather driving ...........5-56
Driving with automatic transmission . . . 5-11
Precautions when starting and driving . . 5-2
DS (Drive Sport) mode .............5-13
DVD player, INFINITI mobile entertainment
system .....................4-62
E
Economy, Fuel .................5-46
Emission control information label ......9-12
Emission control system warranty ......9-20
Engine Before starting the engine .........5-10
Break-in schedule ............. 5-46
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................9-2
Changing engine coolant .........8-11
Changing engine oil and filter ......8-12
Checking engine coolant level ......8-11
Checking engine oil level .........8-12
Engine block heater ............5-57
Engine compartment check locations . . . 8-6
Engine cooling system ..........8-10
Engine oil .................. 8-12
Engine oil and oil filter
recommendation ..............9-6
Engine oil viscosity .............9-6
Engine serial number ...........9-12
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Engine specifications............9-8
If your vehicle overheats .........6-10
Starting the engine ............. 5-11
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......2-7
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ....................3-26
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ..........9-23
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........5-2
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label . . .9-12
Filter Air cleaner housing filter .........8-21
Changing engine oil and filter ......8-12
Flashers (See hazard warning flasher
switch) ......................2-33
Flat tire ......................6-2
Flat towing ...................9-19
Floor mat cleaning ................7-4
Fluid Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) . . . .8-15
Brake fluid ................. 8-16
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ..................9-2
Engine coolant ............... 8-10
Engine oil .................. 8-12
Power steering fluid ............8-16
Window washer fluid ...........8-17
FM-AM-SAT radio with Compact Disc (CD)
player/changer .................4-43
Fog light switch ................2-33
Front passenger air bag and status light . .1-47
Front power seat adjustment ..........1-2
Front seat, Front seat adjustment .......1-2Front-seat active head restraints
........1-8
Fuel Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ...................9-2
Fuel economy ............... 5-46
Fuel economy information (display) ....4-9
Fuel octane rating .............9-4
Fuel recommendation ...........9-4
Fuel-filler cap ............... 3-20
Fuel-filler door ............... 3-20
Gauge ....................2-7
Fuses ......................8-25
Fusible links ..................8-26
G
Garage door opener, HomeLink TUniversal
Transceiver ...................2-51
Gascap .................... .3-20
Gauge .......................2-5
Gauge Engine coolant temperature gauge . . . .2-7
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Odometer ..................2-6
Speedometer ................2-6
Tachometer .................2-6
General maintenance ..............8-2
Glove box ....................2-41
Hands-free phone system BluetoothT (with navigation system) . . .4-74
BluetoothT (without navigation
system) ................... 4-84 H
Hard-disk drive audio system
(Music Box) ...................4-50
Hazard warning flasher switch ........2-33
Head restraints ..................1-5
Headlights Aiming control (See adaptive front
lighting system (AFS)) ...........2-31
Bulb replacement ............. 8-31
Headlight switch .............. 2-29
Xenon headlights ............. 2-29
Headphones (See INFINITI mobile
entertainment system) .........4-64 , 4-72
Heated seats ..................2-34
Heater Automatic climate control .........4-29
Engine block heater ............5-57
HomeLinkT Universal Transceiver .......2-51
Hood release ..................3-17
Hook, Coat hooks ...............2-43
Horn .......................2-34
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ..........5-8
Ignition switch, Automatic transmission
models ......................5-11
Immobilizer system ..............2-25
In-cabin microfilter ...............4-33
Indicator lights .................2-18
Indicator, Dot matrix display .........2-21
INFINITI mobile entertainment system
(MES) ......................4-62
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