washer fluid INFINITI M 2010 User Guide

Steering wheel:Check for changes in the steer-
ing conditions, such as excessive free play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes: Make sure that all
warning lights and chimes are operating prop-
erly.
Windshield defroster: Check that the air comes
out of the defroster outlets properly and in
sufficient quantity when operating the heater or
air conditioner.
Windshield wiper and washer*: Check that the
wipers and washer operate properly and that
the wipers do not streak.
Under the hood and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time
you check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery*: Check the fluid level in each cell. It
should be between the MAX and MIN lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or un-
der severe condition require frequent checks of
the battery fluid level.
Brake fluid level*: Make sure that the brake
fluid level is between the MAX and MIN lines on
the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*: Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold. Engine drive belts*:
Make sure that the drive
belts are not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level*: Check the level after parking
the vehicle on a level surface and turning off the
engine. Wait more than 10 or 15 minutes for the
oil to drain back into the oil pan.
Exhaust system: Make sure there are no loose
supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the
exhaust seems unusual or there is a smell of
exhaust fumes, immediately have the exhaust
system inspected by an INFINITI retailer. (See
ªPRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING AND DRIVINGº
in the ª5. Starting and drivingº section for
exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).)
Fluid leaks: Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil,
water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. Water dripping from
the air conditioner after use is normal. If you
should notice any leaks or if gasoline fumes are
evident, check for the cause and have it cor-
rected immediately.
Power steering fluid level* and lines: Check the
level when the fluid is cold, with the engine off.
Check the lines for proper attachment, leaks,
cracks, etc.
Radiator and hoses: Check the front of the
radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves, etc., that may have accumulated. Make sure the
hoses have no cracks, deformation, rot or loose
connections.
Underbody:
The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel
lines and around the exhaust system. At the
end of winter, the underbody should be thor-
oughly flushed with plain water, being careful
to clean those areas where mud and dirt may
accumulate. For additional information, see
ªCLEANING EXTERIORº in the ª7. Appearance
and careº section.
Windshield washer fluid*: Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
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1. Fuse/fusible link holder
2. Battery
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Window washer fluid reservoir6. Engine coolant reservoir
7. Power steering fluid reservoir
8. Radiator filler cap
9. Engine drive belt location
10. Engine oil dipstick11. Air cleaner
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1. Fuse/fusible link holder
2. Battery
3. Radiator filler cap
4. Engine oil dipstick
5. Engine oil filler cap6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Window washer fluid reservoir
8. Power steering fluid reservoir
9. Air cleaner
10. Engine drive belt location11. Engine coolant reservoir
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Fill the window washer fluid reservoir periodi-
cally. Add window washer fluid when the low
window washer fluid warning light comes on.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift the
cap off the reservoir tank and pour the window
washer fluid into the tank opening.
Add a washer solvent to the washer for better
cleaning. In the winter season, add a wind-
shield washer antifreeze. Follow the manufac-
turer's instructions for the mixture ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when driv-
ing conditions require an increased amount of
window washer fluid.Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN Wind-
shield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze
or equivalent.
CAUTION
c
Do not substitute engine anti-freeze coolant
for window washer solution. This may result
in damage to the paint.
c Do not fill the window washer reservoir tank
with washer fluid concentrates at full
strength. Some methyl alcohol based
washer fluid concentrates may permanently
stain the grille if spilled while filling the win-
dow washer reservoir tank.
c Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates with wa-
ter to the manufacturer's recommended lev-
els before pouring the fluid into the window
washer reservoir tank. Do not use the win-
dow washer reservoir tank to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water. c
Keep the battery surface clean and dry.
Clean the battery with a solution of baking
soda and water.
c Make certain the terminal connections are
clean and securely tightened.
c If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days or
longer, disconnect the negative ( 2) battery
terminal cable to prevent discharging it.
WARNING
c Do not expose the battery to flames or elec-
trical sparks. Hydrogen gas generated by
the battery is explosive. Do not allow battery
fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or
painted surfaces. After touching a battery or
battery cap, do not touch or rub your eyes.
Thoroughly wash your hands. If the acid con-
tacts your eyes, skin or clothing, immedi-
ately flush with water for at least 15 minutes
and seek medical attention.
c Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the
battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a
higher load on the battery which can gener-
ate heat, reduce battery life, and in some
cases lead to an explosion.
c When working on or near a battery, always
wear suitable eye protection and remove all
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Capacity (Approximate)Recommended specifications
US measure
Imp measureLiter
Multi-purpose grease NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ÐÐÐ HFC-134a (R-134a)*9
Air conditioning system lubricants ÐÐÐ NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or exact equivalent
Window washer fluid ÐÐÐ Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-
freeze or equivalent
*1:For additional information, see ªENGINE OILº in the ª8. Maintenance and do-it-yourselfº section for changing engine oil.
*2: For additional information, see ªENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER RECOMMENDATIONº later in this section.
*3: INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Oil available at your INFINITI retailer.
*4: For 5-speed AT: If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic
S ATF or Matic J 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.
For 7-speed AT: 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.
*5: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 32ÉF (0ÉC).
*6:
If Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid or equivalent (if
available) may also be used.
*7:
DEXRONTMVI type ATF or Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid may also be used.
*8: Available in mainland US through an INFINITI retailer.
*9: For additional information, see ªVEHICLE IDENTIFICATIONº later in this section for air conditioner specification label.
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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
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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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Washer switch, Windshield wiper and
washer switch.................2-27
Washing .....................7-2
Waxing ......................7-2
Weights (See dimensions and weights) . . .9-10
Wheel/tire size .................9-9
Wheels and tires ................8-34
Wheels and tires, Cleaning aluminum alloy
wheels ......................7-3
Wheels, Rear Active Steer system ......5-55
Window washer fluid ..............8-17
Window(s) Cleaning ...................7-3
Power windows .............. 2-43
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . .2-27
Wiper Rain-sensing auto wiper system .....2-28
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . 2-27
Wiper blades ................ 8-22
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Xenon headlights ...............2-29
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