manual transmission INFINITI Q70 HYBRID 2015 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
5,000 miles according to the instruc-
tions in the Owner’s Manual (except
Q50S with Performance Wheel Pack-
age, Q60 Coupe Journey model with
Sport Package, Q60 Coupe Sport 6MT,
Q60 Coupe Journey models with Per-
formance Tire & Wheel Package and
all Q60 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, replace the transmis-
sion fluid/oil at every:
●20,000 miles or 24 months.
●30,000 miles for QX60 Hybrid
Electronic Vehicle (HEV).
●60,000 miles for QX60 (except
HEV) CVT fluid.
●7-speed automatic transmission
fluid if maintenance free.
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ITEMS
11

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches3
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Manual transm ission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perf orm only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
10,000 MILES OR 12 MONTHS
16
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace brake fluid❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid2,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light & cruise con-
trol switches4
__CVT fluid__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Exhaust system
__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transm ission oil2
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)2
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, usin g a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
20,000 MILES OR 24 MONTHS
18
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Replace CVT Fluid (QX60 Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)4
❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches3
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Manual transm ission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
❑For Optional Premium Maintenance Upgrade information please see page 39.
❑ For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perf orm only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
4MileageOnly
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
30,000 MILES OR 36 MONTHS
20
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace brake fluid❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid2,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light & cruise con-
trol switches4
__CVT fluid__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Engine drive belts
__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transm ission oil2
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Transfer case oil
(4WD/AWD)2
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, usin g a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
40,000 MILES OR 48 MONTHS
22
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches3
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Engine drive belts__Manual transm ission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perf orm only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
50,000 MILES OR 60 MONTHS
24
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace CVT Fluid (QX60 Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)5
❑Replace brake fluid❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Replace spark plugs (only Q60 IPL)❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid2,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light & cruise con-
trol switches4
__CVT fluid2
__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Engine drive belts
__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transm ission oil2
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Transfer case oil (4WD/
AWD)2
❑For Optional Premium Maintenance Upgrade information please see page 39.
❑ For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, usin g a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
5MileageOnly
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
60,000 MILES OR 72 MONTHS
26
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑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 switches3
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Engine drive belts__Manual transm ission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
NOTE: Refer to Page 9 for Engine Coolant maintenance information.
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perf orm only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
70,000 MILES OR 84 MONTHS
28
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace brake fluid❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission
fluid2,3
__Axle & suspension parts__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, ro-
tors
__Brake light & cruise con-
trol switches4
__CVT fluid__Differential oil2
__Drive shaft boots (4WD/
AWD)
__Engine drive belts__Exhaust system
__Front suspension ball
joints
__Fuel lines/connections__Fuel tank vapor vent sys-
tem hoses
__Manual transm ission oil2
__Propeller shaft (4WD/
AWD/RWD)
__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball
joints
__Transfer case oil (4WD/
AWD)2
❑For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Replace (not just inspect) oil/fluid if towing a trailer, usin g a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
3 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission.
4 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
80,000 MILES OR 96 MONTHS
30
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE
❑Replace engine oil and filter
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace CVT Fluid (QX60 Hybrid Electronic Vehicle (HEV)4
❑Replace in-cabin microfilter❑Lubricate Propeller shaft grease (for QX80 4WD)1
❑Rotate tires (refer to page 11 for exceptions)❑Inspect the following:__Automatic transmission fluid2
__Brake lines & cables__Brake calipers, pads, rotors__Brake light & cruise control switches3
__CVT fluid__Differential oil__Drive shaft boots (4WD/AWD)__Engine drive belts__Manual transm ission oil__Propeller shaft (4WD/AWD/RWD)__Transfer case oil (4WD/AWD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Severe Operating
Conditions
❑Replace brake fluid
❑Inspect the following:__Axle & suspension parts__Exhaust system__Front suspension ball joints__Steering gear and linkage__Steering linkage ball joints
NOTE: Refer to Page 9 for Engine Coolant maintenance information.
❑For Optional Premium Maintenance Upgrade information please see page 39.
❑ For the ultimate in prevent ative maintenance, ask your Service Advi sor for a complimentary Multi-Point Inspection every time you visit your participating Infiniti
retailer. See page 14 for more information on Multi-Point Inspections.
1 The propeller shaft should be re-gr eased after being immersed in water.
2 Except models with 7-speed automatic transmission. Equipment varies by model. Perf orm only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
3 Inspect the clearance between the brake pedal and the switches (Q40, Q50, Q60 Coupe and Q60 Convertible).
4MileageOnly
Equipment varies by model. Perform only those operations that apply to your vehicle.
90,000 MILES OR 108 MONTHS
32
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE