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Aiming AdjustmentNKS003P5
PREPARATION BEFORE ADJUSTING
For details, refer to the regulations in your own country.
Before performing aiming adjustment, check the following.
1. Keep all tires inflated to correct pressures.
2. Place vehicle on flat surface.
3. Set that there is no-load in vehicle other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position).
Coolant, engine oil filled up to correct level and full fuel tank.
LOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAM
1. Turn headlamp low beam ON.
2. Use adjusting screws to perform aiming adjustment.
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PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 4
Explanation of General Maintenance ....................... 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7
Schedule 1 ............................................................... 8
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9
Schedule 2 ............................................................. 10
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ................................................................ 10
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .............. 11
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 12
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 12
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 13
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL .................................... 13
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 13
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE) ......... 14
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 14
Drive Belts Tension Adjustment ............................. 14
ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP BELT ........................................................ 15
A/C COMPRESSOR BELT ................................. 15
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 15
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 15
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 16
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 17
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................ ... 18
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 18
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 18
Changing Engine Oil .............................................. 18
Changing Oil Filter ................................................. 19
REMOVAL ........................................................
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INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 20
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ..... 20
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 20INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 21
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE) ......... 22
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 22
Tension Adjustment .............................................
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Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 22
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 22
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 23
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 24
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................ ... 25
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 25
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 25
Changing Engine Oil ............................................
... 25
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 26
REMOVAL ........................................................
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INSTALLATION ................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 27
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ...... 27
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 27
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 28
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 29
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 29
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 29
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 31
Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 31
Changing Transfer Fluid ......................................... 32
Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 32
Checking Differential Gear Oil ................................ 32
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................ 33
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ............. 33
REMOVAL ........................................................
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WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 33
Tire Rotation ........................................................... 35
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 35
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 35
Changing Brake Fluid ............................................. 35
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 36

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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Schedule 1NLS0007C
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.50
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Drive belts NOTE (1)MA-14
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MA-22
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-18,
MA-25
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-21,
MA-28
Fuel linesI*MA-18,
MA-25
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4)MA-15
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MA-22
Engine oil R R RRRRR RMA-18,
MA-25
Engine oil filter [Use part No.
15208 31U00 (for VK45DE),
15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE)
or equivalent.]R R RRRRR RMA-19
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MA-26
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-20,
MA-27
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (5)EM-93, "Valve Clear-
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222, "Va l v e
Clearance"
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
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(km x 1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-14
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MA-22
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-18,
MA-25
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-21,
MA-28
Fuel linesI*MA-18,
MA-25
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4) R*MA-15
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MA-22
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-18,
MA-25
Engine oil filter [Use part No.
15208 31U00 (for VK45DE),
15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE)
or equivalent.]R R RRRRRRMA-19
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MA-26

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NOTE:
(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) fluid (A/T, trans-
fer)/oil at every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J
ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmis-
sion, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2NLS0007D
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
NOTE:
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading (only for VK45DE engine) reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-4
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MA-35
Drive shaft boots and pro-
peller shaft (AWD models)I IIIMA-38,
MA-32
Exhaust system I I I IMA-29
In-cabin microfilter R RATC-134
Climate controlled seat filterRSE-171
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-14
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MA-22
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-18,
MA-25
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-21,
MA-28
Fuel lines I* I*MA-18,
MA-25
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-15
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MA-22
Engine oil RRRRRRRRMA-18,
MA-25
Engine oil filter [Use part No.
15208 31U00 (for VK45DE),
15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE) or
equivalent.]RRRR R RRRMA-19
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MA-26
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-20,
MA-27
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (4)EM-93, "
Va l v e
Clearance", EM-
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Clearance"

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Checking Fuel LinesNLS0007K
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterNLS0007L
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7,
"PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .
Changing Engine OilNLS0007M
WAR NING :
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up the engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE
OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove mounting bolts, and then pull down the rear of front
engine under cover (1) and secure it using clip.
5. Remove drain plug (2) and then drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-29, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
SMA803A
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Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 Nꞏm (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Use the standard type spark plug for normal condition.
The hot type spark plug is suitable when fouling occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditions
such as:
Frequent engine starts
Low ambient temperatures
The cold type spark plug is suitable when spark knock occurs with the standard type spark plug under condi-
tions such as:
Extended highway driving
Frequent high engine revolution
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock spark plug.
Do not use a wire brush for cleaning.
If plug tip is covered with carbon, spark plug cleaner may
be used.
Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between
change intervals.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Checking EVAP Vapor LinesNLS0007P
1. Visually inspect EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment and for cracks, damage, loose connections,
chafing and deterioration.
2. Inspect fuel tank filler cap vacuum relief valve for clogging, sticking, etc.
Refer to EC-39, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" .
MakeNGK
Standard typePLFR5A-11
Hot typePLFR4A-11
Cold typePLFR6A-11
Gap (Nominal) : 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
Cleaner air pressure:
Less than 588 kPa (6 kg/cm
2 , 85 psi)
Cleaning time:
Less than 20 seconds
SMA773C
SMA806CA
: 24.5 Nꞏm (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)

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4. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to CO-40, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LinesNLS0007T
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterNLS0007U
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7,
"PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .
Changing Engine OilNLS0007V
WAR NING :
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer
to LU-26, "
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove mounting bolts, and then pull down the rear of front engine undercover and secure it using clip.
5. Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-187, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.Air relief plug:
: 1.2 Nꞏm (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
SMA803A
PBIC0993E
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 Nꞏm (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYPFP:55020
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceNES000J6
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY INSPECTION
Measure axial end play by placing and moving up/down with an iron pry bar or something similar between sus-
pension arm and axle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
Check shock absorber for oil leakage, damage and replace if malfunction is detected.
Wheel Alignment InspectionNES000J7
DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions.
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Check the following:
1. Tires for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Road wheels for runout. Refer to WT-6, "
ROAD WHEEL" .
3. Wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to RAX-5, "
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
4. Ball joint axial end play of suspension arm. Refer to RSU-5, "
SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT AXIAL
END PLAY INSPECTION" .
5. Shock absorber operation.
6. Each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
7. Each of front lower link, rear lower link, radius rod, rear suspension member, suspension arm and shock
absorber for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
8. Vehicle height (posture).
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
–This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
–The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is
centered.
–The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
–The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
–Your alignment equipment should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
–Check with the manufacturer of your specific equipment for their recommended Service/Calibration
Schedule.Standard value
Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)