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SYSTEM
Check CAN system type from the vehicle shape and equipment.
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM : CA
N Communication Signal ChartINFOID:0000000006220533
Refer to LAN-17, "How to Use CAN Communication Signal Chart" for how to use CAN communication signal
chart.
T: Transmit R: Receive
1. ICC sensor
A. With ICC system
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Signal nameECM
4WD
ABS
TCM
A-BAG
AFSAV
BCM
CGW
HVAC
M&A
STRG
TPMS
IPDM-E ADP
PSB
E-SUS ICC
PWBD
A/C compressor request
signal TR
Accelerator pedal position
signal TRRR
R
ASCD OD cancel request
signal TR
ASCD operation signal T R
ASCD status signal T R
Closed throttle position sig-
nal TR
R
Cooling fan speed request
signal TR
Engine and A/T integrated
control signal TR
RT
Engine coolant temperature
signal TRR
Engine restart request sig-
nal TRR
TR
Engine speed signal T R R R R R R R
Engine status signal T R R R
Engine torque signal T R
Fuel consumption monitor
signal TRR
ICC brake switch signal T R
ICC prohibition signal T R
ICC steering switch signal T R
Malfunctioning indicator
lamp signal TR
N idle instruction signal TR
RT
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UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should
be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every po-
sition. Check that the head restrains move up and down smoothly and that the
locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches
lock securely for folding-down rear seatbacks. —
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-34
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. —
Brakes Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
booster Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance
under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to
keep the floor mats away from the pedal. BR-7
BR-15
Parking brake
Check that the lever or pedal has the proper travel and make sure that the ve-
hicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is ap-
plied. PB-3
Automatic transmis-
sion “Park” mecha-
nismCheck that the lock release button on the selector lever operates properly and
smoothly. On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the
selector lever in the P (Park) position without applying any brakes.
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Item
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Item Reference page
Windshield washer
fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. MA-12
Radiator and hosesCheck 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, de-
terioration or loose connections. MA-16
Brake fluid levels
Make sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
reservoir(s). MA-28
Battery
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines. Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions re-
quire frequent checks of the battery fluid level. PG-159
Engine drive belts
Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily. MA-12
Engine oil levelCheck the level on the oil level gauge after parking the vehicle on a level spot
and turning off the engine. LU-7
Power steering fluid
level and linesCheck the level on the dipstick with the engine off. Check the lines for improper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc.
MA-32
Exhaust system
Make sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the ex-
haust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate
the trouble and correct it. MA-21
Underbody
The underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around
the exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt
can easily accumulate. —
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 gasoline fumes are evident, check for
the cause and correct it immediately. —
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Introduction of Periodic MaintenanceINFOID:0000000006287729
Two different maintenance schedules are provided, and should be used, depending upon the conditions in
which the vehicle is mainly operated. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic
maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals.
Schedule 1INFOID:0000000006287730
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
Schedule 1Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if the driving habits frequently include
one or more of the following driving conditions:
 Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).
 Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures
remaining below freezing.
 Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
 Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use.
 Driving in dusty conditions.
 Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.
 Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier. Emission Control Sys-
tem Maintenance
MA-6Chassis and Body
Maintenance
Schedule 2 Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of driving conditions shown in
Schedule 1 apply to the driving habits. Emission Control Sys-
tem Maintenance
MA-8
Chassis and Body
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months 3.75
(6)3 7.50
(12) 6 11 . 2 5
(18) 9 15
(24) 12 18.75
(30)15 22.5
(36) 18 26.25
(42)21 30
(48) 24
Drive belts NOTE (1) MA-12
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-17
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-20
Fuel lines I*MA-17
Fuel filter NOTE (3) —
Engine coolant* NOTE (4) MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-17
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
NISSAN engine oil filter or
equivalent.)R R RRRRR R
MA-18
Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped
type)Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).
MA-19
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (5)
EM-12
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months 33.75
(54)27 37.5
(60) 30 41.25
(66)33 45
(72) 36 48.75
(78)39 52.5
(84) 42 56.25
(90)45 60
(96) 48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I* MA-12
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-17
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-20
Fuel lines I*MA-17
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000006220904
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and autom atic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited wa rranty.
*3: DEXRON™ VI type ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI dealer.
*5: Using transfer fluid other t han Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid will damage the transfer , which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty. See an INFINITI retailer for recommended transfer fluid.
*6: For hot climates, Viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0 °C (32 °F)
*7: See an INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil.
*8: Using Hydraulic Suspen sion fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Susp ension fluid will damage the Hydraulic Suspension,
which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty. See an INFINITI retailer for recommended hydraulic suspensio n fluid.
*9: The fluid capacity is the reference value.
Engine Oil RecommendationINFOID:0000000006287732
NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conservi ng oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubri-
cant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) ce rtification and SAE viscosity standard. These oils
have the API certification mark on t he front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause engine damage.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter change 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt 6.5
 Engine oil with API Certification Mark
*1
 Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 6-4/8 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 8 qt 6-3/4 qt 7.6
Cooling system With reservoir tank 15
-6/8 qt 13-1/8 qt 14.9
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Reservoir tank 1 qt 7/8 qt 1.0
Automatic transmission fluid 10-5/8 qt
*98-3/4 qt*910.0*9Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF *2
Power steering fluid 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*3
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3 (US FM-
VSS No. 116)
Transfer fluid 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5 Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for
ATX90A transfer*
5
Differential gear oilFront 1-5/8 pt 1-3/8 pt 0.75
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid
Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity
SAE 80W-90*
6
Rear 3/3/4 pt 3-1/8 pt 1.75Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Synthetic
75W-90 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Vis-
cosity SAE 75W-90*7
Suspension fluid — — —
Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension
Fluid*8
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
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Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture RatioINFOID:0000000006287733
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with
a high-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution.
The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhi bitors. Therefore, additional cooling system additives
are not necessary.
CAUTION:
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
(blue) or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled
water.
Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non- distilled water will reduce the life expectancy of the
factory-fill coolant.
1. API certification mark 2. API service symbol
SAIA1514E
For outside temperatures down to: Genuine NISSAN Anti-freeze
Coolant or equivalent Demineralized water or dis-
tilled water
° C °F
-35 -30 50% 50%
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
If water drain plug on cylinder block is removed, close and tighten it. Refer to EM-107, "Disassem-
bly and Assembly".
2. Check that each hose clamp is firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.
4. Fill radiator, and reservoir tank, to specified level. Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 3 (2-5/8 lmp qt) a minute to allow air
in system to escape.
 Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (d istilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-10, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
5. When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose, install air relief plug with clamp. Then refill
radiator with engine coolant.
6. Install radiator cap.
7. Install reservoir tank cap.
8. Warm up engine until opening thermostat less than 3,000 rpm.  Check thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
9. Stop the engine and cool down to less than approximately 50 °C (122 °F).
 Cool down using fan to reduce the time.
 If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
10. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant if necessary.
11. Repeat steps 6 through 10 two or more times with reservoir tank cap installed until engine coolant level no longer drops. : 1.96 N·m (0.2 kg-m, 17 in-lb)
2. Engine cover
: Vehicle front
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Engine coolant capacity : Refer to CO-23,
"PeriodicalMaintenanceS
pecification".
(With reservoir tank at
“MAX” level)JPBIA0412ZZ
Reservoir tank engine
coolant capacity :Refer to
CO-23,
"PeriodicalMaintenanceSp
ecification".
(At “MAX” level)
A : MAX
B: MIN
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12. Check cooling system for leakage with engine running.
13. Warm up the engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to
3,000 rpm with heater temperature controller se t at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.
 Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
14. Repeat step 13 three times.
15. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 4, and steps from 6 to 14 until engine
coolant level no longer drops.
ENGINE COOLANT : FlushingINFOID:0000000006394847
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug. CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring. Refer to CO-13, "
Exploded View".
If water drain plug on cylinder block is removed, close and tighten it. Refer to EM-107, "
Disassem-
bly and Assembly".
2. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.
3. Fill radiator and reservoir tank with water until water spills from the air relief holes, then close air relief
plugs with clamp. Fill radiator and rese rvoir tank with water and reinstall caps.
4. Run the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Rev the engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to MA-13, "
ENGINE COOLANT : Draining".
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
RESERVOIR TANK CAP
RESERVOIR TANK CAP : InspectionINFOID:0000000006394848
 Check valve seat of reservoir tank cap.
- Check if valve seat (A) is swollen to the extent that the edge of the metal plunger (B) cannot be seen when watching it vertically from
the top.
- Check if valve seat has no soil and damage. : 1.96 N·m (0.2 kg-m, 17 in-lb)
2. Engine cover
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DRIVER INFORMATION & MULTIMEDIA
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CONTENTS
METER, WARNING LAMP & INDICATOR
PRECAUTION ................ ...............................4
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....4
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
4
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Commercial Service Tools .................................. ......5
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................6
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... .....6
METER SYSTEM .........................................................6
METER SYSTEM : Component Parts Location .. ......6
METER SYSTEM : Component Description .............7
CLOCK .................................................................. ......7
CLOCK : Component Parts Location ........................8
SYSTEM ..............................................................9
METER SYSTEM .........................................................9
METER SYSTEM : System Diagram ........................9
METER SYSTEM : System Description ....................9
METER SYSTEM : Fail-Safe ..................................12
SPEEDOMETER ................ ........................................13
SPEEDOMETER : System Diagram ................... ....13
SPEEDOMETER : System Description ...................13
TACHOMETER ...................................................... ....13
TACHOMETER : System Diagram .........................14
TACHOMETER : System Description .....................14
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE .... ....14
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE :
System Diagram ......................................................
14
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE :
System Description .................................................
14
FUEL GAUGE ........................................................ ....14
FUEL GAUGE : System Diagram ............................14
FUEL GAUGE : System Description .......................14
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE ............................15
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE : System Dia-
gram .................................................................... ....
15
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE : System De-
scription ...................................................................
15
VOLTMETER ......................................................... ....15
VOLTMETER : System Diagram .............................15
VOLTMETER : System Description .........................15
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP ...........................15
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP : System Dia-
gram .................................................................... ....
15
OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP : System De-
scription ...................................................................
16
MASTER WARNING LAMP ................................... ....16
MASTER WARNING LAMP : System Diagram .......16
MASTER WARNING LAMP : System Description ....16
METER ILLUMINATION CONTROL ..................... ....16
METER ILLUMINATION CONTROL : System Di-
agram ......................................................................
16
METER ILLUMINATION CONTROL : System De-
scription ...................................................................
16
METER EFFECT FUNCTION ................................ ....17
METER EFFECT FUNCTION : System Diagram ....17
METER EFFECT FUNCTION : System Descrip-
tion ...........................................................................
17
INFORMATION DISPLAY ...................................... ....19
INFORMATION DISPLAY : System Diagram ..........19
INFORMATION DISPLAY : System Description .....20
OPERATION .....................................................28
Switch Name and Function ......................................28
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CLOCK
Unit Description
Combination meter Controls the following with the signals received from each unit via CAN communication and the sig-
nals from switches and sensors.
 Speedometer
 Tachometer
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
 Fuel gauge
 Engine oil pressure gauge
 Voltmeter
 Warning lamps
 Indicator lamps
 Meter illumination control
 Meter effect function
 Information display
Trip computer switch Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Enter switch signal
 Select switch signal
Trip reset and illumination con-
trol switch Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Trip reset switch signal
 Illumination control switch signal (+)
 Illumination control switch signal (
−)
ECM Transmits the following signals to the combination meter via CAN communication.
 Engine speed signal
 Engine coolant temperature signal
 Engine status signal
 Fuel consumption monitor signal
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) Transmits the vehicle speed signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
IPDM E/R Transmits the oil pressure switch signal to the BCM via CAN communication.
BCM Transmits the following signals to the combination meter via CAN communication.
 Oil pressure switch signal
 Position light request signal
 Dimmer signal
 Door switch signal
 Meter ring illumination request signal
 Starter relay status signal
TCM Transmits the shift position signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
A/T shift selector Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Manual mode signal
 Non-manual mode signal
 Manual mode shift up signal
 Manual mode shift down signal
Fuel level sensor unit Transmits the fuel level sensor signal to the combination meter.
Oil pressure switch Transmits the oil pressure switch signal to the IPDM E/R.
Ambient sensor Transmits the ambient sensor signal to the combination meter.
A/C auto amp. Transmits the A/C auto amp. connection recognition signal to the combination meter.
Parking brake switch Transmits the parking brake switch signal to the combination meter.
Washer level switch Transmits the washer level switch signal to the combination meter.
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SYSTEM
System Description Reference
Measuring in-
struments Speedometer Indicates vehicle speed.
MWI-13,
"SPEEDOME-
TER : System De-
scription"
Tachometer Indicates engine speed.MWI-14, "
TA -
CHOMETER :
System Descrip-
tion"
Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature.MWI-14, "
EN-
GINE COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE : System
Description"
Fuel gauge Indicates fuel level.
MWI-14, "
FUEL
GAUGE : System
Description"
Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure.MWI-15, "
EN-
GINE OIL PRES-
SURE GAUGE :
System Descrip-
tion"
Voltmeter Indicates voltage of ignition signal.
MWI-15, "
VOLT-
METER : System
Description"
Warning lamp/
indicator lampOil pressure warning lamp
The warning lamp turns ON or turns OFF,
according to engine hydraulic pressure.MWI-16, "
OIL
PRESSURE
WARNING LAMP
: System Descrip-
tion"
Master warning lamp
Turns ON/OFF in synchronization with a
warning indicated on the information display.MWI-16, "
MAS-
TER WARNING
LAMP : System
Description"
Meter illumi-
nation controlMeter illumination on/off control function
The meter illumination turns ON/OFF, ac-
cording to the status of ignition switch and a
cranking condition.
MWI-16, "
METER
ILLUMINATION
CONTROL : Sys-
tem Description"Meter illumination control function Switch mode between daytime mode and
night time mode, according to a light switch
position or ambient brightness.
Meter effect
function Engine-start effect function
Controls pointers of combination meter and
meter illumination at engine start to produce
illumination effects.MWI-17, "
METER
EFFECT FUNC-
TION : System
Description"Driver welcome function
Controls meter illumination to produce illu-
mination effects when getting in the vehicle.
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