engine oil INFINITI Q60 COUPE 2020 Owner's Guide

9-8Maintenance and schedules
STANDARD MAINTENANCEAbbreviations: I = Inspect and correct or replace as necessary, R = Replace
MAINTENANCE OPERA-
TION
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles ×
1,000 (km ×
1,000)
Months MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
5
(8) 6 10
(16) 12 15
(24) 18 20
(32) 24 25
(40) 30 30
(48) 36 35
(56) 42 40
(64) 48 45
(72) 54 50
(80) 60 55
(88) 66 60
(96) 72 65
(104) 78 70
(112) 84 75
(120) 90 80
(128) 96 85
(136) 102 90
(144) 108 95
(152) 114 100
(160) 120 105
(168) 126 110
(176) 132 115
(184) 138 120
(192) 144
Air cleaner filter NOTE (1) RR R R
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (2)
Brake fluid$ RR R R R R
Brake lines and cables IIII II I I II I I
Brake pads and rotors$ IIIIII I I I I I I
Drive belts NOTE (3) I* I* I*I*I* I*I* I* I*
Engine coolant* NOTE (4)
(5)
Engine oil & oil filter$ NOTE (6) R R R R R R RR RR R R
EVAP vapor lines & Fuel lines I*I* I* I* I* I*
Exhaust system$ II I I I I
Fuel filter NOTE (2)
In-cabin microfilter RRR R R RR R
Intake

& exhaust valve clear-
ance NOTE (7)
Intelligent Key battery IR R R R RR R
Propeller shaft & drive shaft
boots (AWD models)$ IIIIII I I I I I I
Spark plugs NOTE (8) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
Steering gear and linkage, axle
and suspension parts$ II I I I I
Stop lamp switch and brake
pedal position switch NOTE (9) I
III II I I II I I
Tire rotation NOTE
(10)
Transfer fluid & differential
gear oil NOTE
(11) IIIIII I I I I I I

NOTE:
Maintenance items with “$” should be performed more frequently according to “Maintenance under severe driving conditions” (P.9-10).
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(2) Periodic maintenance is not required.
(3) After 40,000 miles (64,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months.
(5) Use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% antifreeze and 50%
demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water may reduce the life expectancy of the
factory fill coolant.
(6) If the oil replacement indicator is displayed, change the engine oil and filter as soon as possible. After replacing the engine oil, reset the
display.
(7) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
(8) Replace spark plug when the plug gap exceeds 0.043 in (1.1 mm) even if within specified replacement mileage.
(9) Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches.
(10) Refer to “Tire rotation” under “General maintenance” (P.9-2).
(11) If using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or 24
months.
*: 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.
Maintenance and schedules9-9

10 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants ..... 10-2Fuel information ....................................................... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation ........... 10-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations .................................... 10-7
Specifications .................................................................. 10-8
Engine ........................................................................\
.. 10-8
Wheels and tires ........................................................ 10-9
Dimensions ............................................................... 10-10
When traveling or registering in
another country ............................................................. 10-11
Vehicle identification ................................................... 10-11 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) plate ....... 10-11
Vehicle identification number
(chassis number) ...................................................... 10-11
Engine serial number ............................................. 10-12
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label ........ 10-12
Emission control information label ................... 10-12
Tire and loading information label .................... 10-13
Air conditioner specification label ..................... 10-13 Installing front license plate ..................................... 10-13
Removing air deflectors ............................................ 10-14
Vehicle loading information ..................................... 10-15
Terms ....................................................................... 10-15
Vehicle load capacity .......................................... 10-16
Loading tips ............................................................ 10-17
Measurement of weights .................................... 10-17
Towing a trailer ........................................................... 10-18 Flat towing ............................................................. 10-18
Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 10-18
Treadwear .............................................................. 10-18
Traction AA, A, B and C ..................................... 10-19
Temperature A, B and C .................................... 10-19
Emission control system warranty ......................... 10-19
Reporting safety defects .......................................... 10-20
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) ................................................................ 10-21
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ................................... 10-22
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ........................................................ 10-22

10-2Technical and consumer information
The following are approximate capacities. The actual refill capacities may be a little different. When refilling, follow the procedure
instructed in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section to determine the proper refill capacity.
Fluid type Capacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 76 L 20 gal 16-5/8 gal

See “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil
*1Drain and refill*1: For additional
information, see
“Engine oil” (P.8-
6). Two-Wheel
Drive (2WD)
model
With oil filter
change
5.3 L 5-5/8 qt 4-5/8 qt


Genuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” (or equivalent) is recommended.


If the above motor oil (or engine oil) is not available, a synthetic 0W-20 GF-5 SN motor oil (or
engine oil) may be used. Damage caused by the use of motor oil (or engine oil) other than as
recommended is not covered under INFINITI’s new vehicle limited warranty. For additional
information, see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.10-6).
Without oil fil-
ter change
5.1 L 5-3/8 qt 4–1/2 qt
All-Wheel
Drive (AWD)
model With oil filter
change
5.9 L 6-1/4 qt 5-1/4 qt
Without oil fil-
ter change 5.7 L 6 qt 5 qt
Engine coolant Standard and premium
gradeTotal (with re-
servoir)
9.3 L 9-7/8 qt 8-1/8 qt


Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Reservoir 0.5 L 1/2 qt 1/2 qt
Sport grade Total (with re- servoir) 10.4 L 11 qt 9-1/8 qt
Reservoir 0.5 L 1/2 qt 1/2 qt
Intercooler coolant Total (with reservoir) 3.2 L 3-3/8 qt 2-7/8 qt
Reservoir 0.4 L 3/8 qt 3/8 qt
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ———

Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or equivalent


INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF (or equivalent) ONLY in INFINITI
automatic transmissions. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF may damage the automatic transmission. Damage caused by the
use of fluids other than as recommended is not covered under the INFINITI’s new vehicle limited
warranty.
Differential gear
oil Front
———

Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent conventional (non-
synthetic) oil
Rear ———

Genuine NISSAN HYPOID FLUID·S1 GL-5 75W-80 or equivalent
Transfer fluid ———

Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF or equivalent


INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF (or equivalent) ONLY in INFINITI
transfers. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN
Matic J ATF may damage the transfer. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under the INFINITI’s new vehicle limited warranty.
Brake fluid Refill to the proper oil level according to
the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section.


Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
*4or equivalent DOT 3*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI retailer.
Multi-purpose grease — — —

NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

10-6Technical and consumer information
may cause excessive fuel consumption or
damage to the engine. If any of the above
symptoms are encountered, have your ve-
hicle checked. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for servicing.
However, now and then you may notice
light spark knock for a short time while
accelerating or driving up hills. This is no
cause for concern, because you get the
greatest fuel benefit when there is light
spark knock for a short time under heavy
engine load.
JVT0342X
API certification mark
API service symbol
ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER
RECOMMENDATION
Selecting the correct oil
It is essential to choose the correct grade,
quality, and viscosity engine oil to ensure
satisfactory engine life and performance,
see “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2). INFINITI recommends
the use of an energy conserving oil in order
to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the Amer-
ican Petroleum Institute (API) certificationor International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certifica-
tion and SAE viscosity standard. These oils
have the API certification mark on the front
of the container. Oils which do not have the
specified quality label should not be used as
they could cause engine damage.
Oil additives:
INFINITI does not recommend the use of oil
additives. The use of an oil additive is not
necessary when the proper oil type is used
and maintenance intervals are followed.
Oil which may contain foreign matter or has
been previously used should not be used.

Oil viscosity:
The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is
important that the engine oil viscosity be
selected based on the temperatures at which
the vehicle will be operated before the next
oil change. Choosing an oil viscosity other
than that recommended could cause serious
engine damage.
Selecting the correct oil filter:
Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in
change intervals.
Change intervals:
The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other
than the specified quality, or oil and filter
change intervals longer than recommended
could reduce engine life. Damage to engines
caused by improper maintenance or use of
incorrect oil and filter quality and/or vis-
cosity is not covered by the new INFINITI
vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filterchange intervals depend upon how you use
your vehicle.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND LUBRICANT
RECOMMENDATIONS
The air conditioning system in your INFINITI
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFC-134a (R-134a) and the lubricant,
NISSAN A/C system oil PAG or the exact
equivalents.
CAUTION
The use of any other refrigerant or
lubricant may cause severe damage to
the air conditioning system and may
require the replacement of all air condi-
tioner system components.
The refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) in your
INFINITI vehicle will not harm the earth’s
ozone layer. Although this refrigerant does
not affect the earth’s atmosphere, certain
governmental regulations require the recov-
ery and recycling of any refrigerant during
automotive air conditioning system service.
Your INFINITI retailer has the trained tech-
nicians and equipment needed to recover
and recycle your air conditioning system refrigerant.
It is recommended you visit an INFINITI
retailer when servicing your air conditioning
system.
Technical and consumer information10-7

11-2
ChimesAudible reminders .......................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............ 2-17
Circuit breaker
Fusible link ....................................................... 8-18
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-5
Climate control
Automatic air conditioner ........................... 4-36
Clock ...................................................................... 2-31
Coat hooks ............................................................ 2-51
Cockpit ...................................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ........................................ 5-135
Compass .................................................................... 2-9
Console box ........................................................... 2-50
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-5
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-4
Corrosion protection ............................................. 7-8
Courtesy light ....................................................... 2-59
Cruise control ....................................................... 5-66 Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system) ..................................................... 5-85
Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) ................. 5-68
Cruise indicator .................................................... 2-25
Cup holders ........................................................... 2-48
Current fuel consumption ................................. 2-29D
Daytime running light system .......................... 2-42
Defroster switch Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ............................................. 2-37
Dimensions ......................................................... 10-10
Direct Adaptive Steering ................................. 5-124
Distance Control Assist (DCA) ........................ 5-89
Distance to empty ............................................... 2-29
Drive belts .............................................................. 8-13
Drive positioner .................................................... 3-33
Driver assist system indicator .......................... 2-25
Driving Cold weather driving .................................. 5-135
Driving with Automatic
Transmission (AT) .......................................... 5-16
Precautions when starting and driving ..... 5-4
E
ECO drive indicator light ................................... 2-18
ECO mode ............................................................. 5-22
ECO pedal system ............................................... 5-22
Economy
Fuel ................................................................. 5-120
Elapsed time ......................................................... 2-29
Elapsed time and trip odometer ..................... 2-29
Emergency tire puncture repair kit .................... 6-5
Emission control information label ............... 10-12
Emission control system warranty ............... 10-19 Engine
Before starting the engine .......................... 5-14
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-119
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-7
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-4
Checking engine oil level ............................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge ......................... 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ......................... 5-13
Engine block heater ................................... 5-136
Engine compartment check locations ........ 8-3
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-3
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
Engine oil and filter
replacement indicator ................................... 2-27
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation .................................. 10-6
Engine serial number ................................. 10-12
Engine specifications ................................... 10-8
Engine start operation indicator ............... 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ............................. 6-13
Intercooler cooling system ............................ 8-5
Remote engine start ..................................... 3-19
Remote engine start
operation indicator ........................................ 2-23
Starting the engine ....................................... 5-15
Engine coolant temperature gauge .................. 2-8
Entry/exit function Automatic drive positioner ......................... 3-33

Event Data Recorders (EDR) ........................ 10-22
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........................ 5-4
Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ................................................. 9-5
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .... 10-12
FilterAir cleaner housing filter ............................. 8-15
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-7
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch) ......................................................... 6-2
Flat tire ...................................................................... 6-3 Repairing flat tire (with emergency tire
puncture repair kit) .......................................... 6-5
Flat Tire - Visit dealer warning ....................... 2-24
Flat towing ......................................................... 10-18
Floor mat cleaning ................................................. 7-6
Floor mat installation ............................................ 7-6
Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-9
Brake fluid ......................................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Engine coolant .................................................. 8-3
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
Intercooler coolant .......................................... 8-5
Window washer fluid .................................. 8-10
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-44
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) system
warning light ......................................................... 2-13 Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
pedestrian detection system ......................... 5-100
Front passenger air bag and status light ..... 1-46
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-3
Front seat
Front seat adjustment .................................... 1-3
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Fuel economy .............................................. 5-120
Fuel information ........................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ........................................ 10-4
Fuel-filler cap .................................................. 3-25
Fuel-filler door ............................................... 3-25
Gauge .................................................................. 2-9
Fuel Efficient Driving Tips .............................. 5-119
Fuses ....................................................................... 8-17
Fusible links ........................................................... 8-18
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink®Universal Transceiver ............ 2-59
Gas cap ................................................................... 3-25
Gauge ........................................................................\
. 2-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............ 2-8
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 2-9
Odometer ............................................................ 2-7
Speedometer ...................................................... 2-7
Tachometer ....................................................... 2-8
Trip computer ................................................. 2-29
General maintenance ............................................. 9-2 Glove box ............................................................... 2-50
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 6-2
Head restraints/headrests .................................. 1-7
Headlights
Aiming control (See Adaptive Front
lighting System (AFS)) ................................. 2-42
Headlight switch ............................................ 2-38
Heated seats ......................................................... 2-45
Heated steering wheel ....................................... 2-47
Heater Engine block heater ................................... 5-136
Heater and air conditioner ................................ 4-34
High beam assist ................................................. 2-39
Hill start assist system ..................................... 5-132
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver .................. 2-59
Hood release ......................................................... 3-22
Hook Coat hooks ...................................................... 2-51
Trunk hooks .................................................... 2-52
Horn ........................................................................\
. 2-44
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) ................................................. 5-11
Immobilizer system .............................................. 2-33
Indicator Lights ................................................................ 2-18
Vehicle information display ........................ 2-20
11-3

General maintenance ...................................... 9-2
Indicators for maintenance (vehicle
information display) ...................................... 2-26
Inside the vehicle ............................................. 9-3
Maintenance log ............................................ 9-11
Maintenance precautions .............................. 8-2
Maintenance requirements ........................... 9-2
Maintenance schedules ................................. 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions .......................................... 9-10
Outside the vehicle ......................................... 9-2
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-17
Standard maintenance .................................... 9-7
Under the hood and vehicle ......................... 9-4
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) .................... 2-18
Map lights .............................................................. 2-57
Master warning light .......................................... 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .......... 3-3
Memory storage
Automatic drive positioner ......................... 3-33
Meter Trip computer ................................................. 2-29
Meters and gauges ................................................ 2-6 Instrument brightness control ................... 2-43
Mirror
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-29
Outside mirrors .............................................. 3-31
Vanity mirror ................................................... 3-32
Monitor Around View
®Monitor ................................ 4-11
RearView Monitor ........................................... 4-3 Moonroof ............................................................... 2-55
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ................... 4-29
N
New vehicle break-in ........................................ 5-119
O
Odometer .................................................................. 2-7
Off-road recovery .................................................. 5-9
Oil
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-7
Checking engine oil level ............................... 8-6
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
One touch unlock sensor (See Intelligent
Key system) .............................................................. 3-9
Operation Indicators for operation ............................... 2-23
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-31
Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-31
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ............... 6-13
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ............................................. 10-22
P
Panic alarm ............................................................ 3-17
Parking
Parking brake operation ............................. 5-20 Parking on hills ............................................. 5-123
Parking brake break-in .................................... 5-127
PERSONAL mode ............................................... 5-24
Phone Car phone or CB radio ................................ 4-42
Power
Power door lock ............................................... 3-4
Power outlet ................................................... 2-47
Power steering system ............................. 5-124
Power windows ............................................. 2-52
Power moonroof ................................................. 2-55
Power steering warning light ........................... 2-16
Pre-crash seat belts with
comfort function ................................................... 1-13
Precautions Braking precautions .................................... 5-126
Child restraints ............................................... 1-19
Cruise control ................................................. 5-66
Maintenance ..................................................... 8-2
Seat belt usage ............................................... 1-11
Supplemental restraint system .................. 1-38
When starting and driving ............................ 5-4
Predictive Forward Collision
Warning (PFCW) ............................................... 5-110
Push starting ......................................................... 6-12
Push-button ignition switch .............................. 5-11R
Radio Car phone or CB radio ................................ 4-42
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ..................... 2-36
11-5

FUEL INFORMATION
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number 96).
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded
premium gasoline with 93 AKI number
(Research octane number 98) to obtain the
maximum vehicle performance and the best
driveability.
If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-
able, unleaded regular gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 87 AKI number
(Research octane number 91) may be tem-
porarily used, but only under the following
precautions:
.Have the fuel tank filled only partially
with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill
up with unleaded premium gasoline as
soon as possible.
. Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt
acceleration.
Use unleaded premium gasoline for max-
imum vehicle performance.
CAUTION
. Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission control system, and may also affect
warranty coverage.
. Under no circumstances should a
leaded gasoline be used, because this
will damage the three-way catalyst.
. Do not use a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol. Your vehicle is not
designed to run on a fuel containing
more than 15% ethanol. Using a fuel
containing more than 15% ethanol in
a vehicle not specifically designed for
a fuel containing more than 15%
ethanol can adversely affect the
emission control devices and systems
of the vehicle. Damage caused by
such fuel is not covered by the
INFINITI new vehicle limited war-
ranty.
. Do not use fuel that contains the
octane booster methylcyclopentadie-
nyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT).
Using fuel containing MMT may
adversely affect vehicle performance
and vehicle emissions. Not all fuel
dispensers are labeled to indicate
MMT content, so you may have to
consult your gasoline retailer for
more details. Note that Federal and
California laws prohibit the use of
MMT in reformulated gasoline. .
U.S. government regulations require
ethanol dispensing pumps to be iden-
tified by a small, square, orange and
black label with the common abbre-
viation or the appropriate percen-
tage for that region.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDA-
TION:
See “Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants” (P.10-2) for engine oil and oil
filter recommendation.
COLD TIRE PRESSURES:
The label is typically located on the driver
side center pillar or on the driver’s door. For
additional information, see “Wheels and
tires” (P.8-25).
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN PRO-
CEDURES RECOMMENDATION:
During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km) of
vehicle use, follow the recommendations
outlined in the “Break-in schedule” (P.5-
119) of this Owner’s Manual. Follow these
recommendations for the future reliability
and economy of your new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION