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Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) models
with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
INFINITI recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving (front) wheels off the
ground or place the vehicle on a flatbed truck
as illustrated.
CAUTION
∙ Never tow CVT models with the frontwheels on the ground or four wheels on
the ground (forward or backward), as
this may cause serious and expensive
damage to the transmission. If it is neces-
sary to tow the vehicle with the rear
wheels raised always use towing dollies
under the front wheels.
∙ When towing CVT models with the rear wheels on the ground or on towing
dollies: – Place the ignition switch in the OFF
position, and secure the steering
wheel in a straight-ahead position
with a rope or similar device. Never
secure the steering wheel by placing
the ignition switch in the LOCK posi-
tion. This may damage the steering
lock mechanism (for models with a
steering lock mechanism).
VEHICLE RECOVERY
(freeing a stuck vehicle)
WARNING
To avoid vehicle damage, serious personal
injury or death when recovering a stuck
vehicle:
∙ Contact a professional towing service torecover the vehicle if you have any ques-
tions regarding the recovery procedure.
∙ Tow chains or cables must be attached only to main structural members of the
vehicle.
∙ Do not use the vehicle tie-downs to tow or free a stuck vehicle.
∙ Only use devices specifically designed for vehicle recovery and follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions.LCE2371
6-16In case of emergency

∙ Always pull the recovery device straightout from the front of the vehicle. Never
pull at an angle.
∙ Route recovery devices so they do not touch any part of the vehicle except the
attachment point.
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,
etc., use a tow strap or other device designed
specifically for vehicle recovery. Always fol-
low the manufacturer’s instructions for the
recovery device.
Rocking a stuck vehicle
WARNING
∙ Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
∙ Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in
serious injury. Parts of your vehicle could
also overheat and be damaged.
If your vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud,
etc., use the following procedure: 1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions. 3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to
clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and backward.
∙ Shift back and forth between R (Re- verse) and D (Drive).
∙ Apply the accelerator as little as pos- sible to maintain the rocking motion.
∙ Release the accelerator pedal before shifting between R (Reverse) and D
(Drive).
∙ Do not spin the tires above 55 km/h (34 mph).
5. If the vehicle cannot be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing ser-
vice to remove the vehicle.
In case of emergency6-17

8 Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements.......................8-2
General maintenance .............................8-2
Explanation of general maintenance
items .........................................8-2
Maintenance precautions .........................8-5
Engine compartment check locations ..............8-6
Engine cooling system ........................... 8-8
Checking engine coolant level ................. 8-8
Changing engine coolant ......................8-9
Engine oil ........................................8-9
Checking engine oil level .......................8-9
Changing engine oil ......................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter ....................8-12
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) fluid . . 8-13
Power steering fluid ............................ 8-13
Brake fluid ..................................... 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid ........................ 8-14
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir ............8-14
Battery ........................................ 8-16
Jump starting ............................... 8-18
Drive belt ...................................... 8-18
Spark plugs .................................... 8-19
Replacing spark plugs ....................... 8-19Air cleaner
..................................... 8-20
Air conditioner filter ......................... 8-20
Windshield wiper blades ........................ 8-21
Cleaning .................................... 8-21
Replacing ................................... 8-21
Parking brake and brake pedal ..................8-22
Checking parking brake ......................8-22
Checking brake pedal ........................ 8-23
Brake booster ............................... 8-23
Fuses .......................................... 8-24
Engine compartment ........................ 8-24
Passenger compartment .....................8-25
Battery replacement ............................ 8-25
INFINITI Intelligent Key ......................8-26
Lights ......................................... 8-28
Headlights .................................. 8-28
Fog

lights ................................... 8-28
Exterior and interior lights ...................8-29
Wheels and tires ............................... 8-31
Tire pressure ................................ 8-31
Types of tires ............................... 8-34
Tire chains .................................. 8-35
Changing wheels and tires ...................8-35

Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time unless other-
wise specified.
Doors and hoodCheck that all doors and the
hood operate smoothly as well as the back
door, trunk lid and hatch. Also make sure that
all latches lock securely. Lubricate if neces-
sary. Make sure that the secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the pri-
mary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication fre-
quently.
Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular ba-
sis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights,
tail lights, turn signal lights and other lights
are all operating properly and installed se-
curely. Also check the aim of the headlights.
Tires* Check the pressure with a gauge often
and always prior to long distance trips. Adjust
the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to
the pressure specified. Check carefully for
damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tire rotation* In the case that Two-Wheel
Drive (2WD) and front and rear tires are same
size; tires should be rotated every 10,000 km
(6,000 miles). Tires marked with directional indicators can only be rotated between front
and rear. Make sure that the directional indi-
cators point in the direction of wheel rotation
after the tire rotation is completed.
In the case that Four-Wheel Drive and All
Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD) and front and rear
tires are the same size; tires should be rotated
every 5,000 km (3,000 miles). Tires marked
with directional indicators can only be ro-
tated between front and rear. Make sure that
the directional indicators point in the direc-
tion of wheel rotation after the tire rotation is
completed.
In the case that front tires are different size
from rear tires; tires cannot be rotated.
The timing for tire rotation may vary accord-
ing to your driving habits and the road sur-
face conditions.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components (if so equipped)
Re-
place the TPMS transmitter grommet seal,
valve core and cap when the tires are re-
placed due to wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance If the vehicle
should pull to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect un-
even or abnormal tire wear, there may be a
need for wheel alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway
speeds, wheel balancing may be needed.
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular
basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as
necessary.
Wiper blades* Check for cracks or wear if not
functioning correctly. Replace as necessary.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning
the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal Check the pedal for
smooth operation and make sure the pedal
does not catch or require uneven effort. Keep
the floor mat away from the pedal.
Brake pedal* Check the pedal for smooth
operation and make sure that it is the proper
distance from the floor mat when depressed
fully. Check the brake booster function. Be
sure to keep the floor mat away from the
pedal.
Parking brake* Check the parking brake op-
eration regularly. Check that the lever (if so
equipped) or the pedal (if so equipped) has
the proper travel. Also make sure that the
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vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill
when only the parking brake is applied.
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt
system (for example, buckles, anchors, ad-
justers and retractors) operate properly and
smoothly, and are installed securely. Check
the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or
damage.
Steering wheel Check for changes in the
steering condition, such as excessive play,
hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes Make sure that all
warning lights and chimes are operating
properly.
Windshield defogger Check that the air
comes out of the defogger outlets properly
and in good 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* (except for maintenance free bat-
teries)
Check the fluid level in each cell. The
fluid should be at the bottom of the filler
opening. Vehicles operated in high tempera-
tures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level.
NOTE:
Care should be taken to avoid situations
that can lead to potential battery discharge
and potential no-start conditions such as:
1. Installation or extended use of elec-
tronic accessories that consume battery
power when the engine is not running
(Phone chargers, GPS, DVD players,
etc.).
2. Vehicle is not driven regularly and/or
only driven short distances.
In these cases, the battery may need to be
charged to maintain battery health.
Brake (and clutch) fluid level(s)* For Manual
Transmission (M/T) model; make sure that
the brake and clutch fluid levels are between
the MAX and MIN lines on the reservoirs.
Except for Manual Transmission (M/T)
model; make sure that the brake fluid level is
between the MAX and MIN lines on the res-
ervoir. Engine coolant level*
Check the coolant level
when the engine is cold. Make sure that the
coolant level is between the MAX and MIN
lines on the reservoir.
Engine drive belt(s)* Make sure the drive
belt(s) is not frayed, worn, cracked or oily.
Engine oil level* Check the level after parking
the vehicle (on level ground) and turning off
the engine.
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 fuel fumes
are evident, check for the cause and have it
corrected 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.
Windshield-washer fluid* Check that there is
adequate fluid in the reservoir.
8-4Maintenance and do-it-yourself

VQ35DE engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Drive belt location
4. Fuse box
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse box
9. Fuse/Fusible link box
10 Fuse/Fusible link box
11. Battery
12. Engine oil dipstick
13. Radiator cap
14. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
LDI2498
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
8-6Maintenance and do-it-yourself

VQ35DD engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Drive belt location
4. Fuse box
5. Engine oil filler cap
6. Brake fluid reservoir
7. Air cleaner
8. Fuse box
9. Fuse/Fusible link box
10 Fuse/Fusible link box
11. Battery
12. Engine oil dipstick
13. Radiator cap
14. Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
LDI3012
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-7

CAUTION
∙ Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT FluidNS-3. Do not mix with other fluids.
∙ Using transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will
damage the CVT, which is not covered by
the warranty.
When checking or replacement of CVT fluid is
required, we recommend an INFINITI retailer
for servicing.
Check the fluid level in the reservoir.
The fluid level should be checked when the
fluid is cold at fluid temperatures of 0 to
30ºC (32 to 86ºF). The fluid level can be
checked with the level gauge which is at-
tached to the cap. To check the fluid level,
remove the cap. The fluid level should be
between the MAX
Aand MINBlines.
If the fluid is below the MIN
Bline, add
Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent. Re-
move the cap and fill through the opening.
WARNING
Power steering fluid is poisonous and
should be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of the reach of children.
CAUTION
∙ DO NOT OVERFILL.
∙ Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent
will prevent the power steering system
from operating properly.
LDI2861
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID POWER STEERING FLUID
Maintenance and do-it-yourself8-13

Fluid typeCapacity (approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Differential gear oil ———• Genuine NISSAN Diff Oil Hypoid Super semi-synthetic GL-5
75W-90
• Use Genuine NISSAN Diff Oil Hypoid Super semi-synthetic GL-5.
Using differential gear oil other than Genuine NISSAN Diff Oil Hypoid
Super semi-synthetic GL-5 will damage the differential gear, which is
not covered by the warranty.
Transfer fluid ———• Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent (mineral oil)
Power Steering Fluid (PSF) ———• Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent.
• Use of a power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will
prevent the power steering system from operating properly.
Brake fluid ———For Mexico
• Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid, or equivalent DOT 3 or DOT 4
• Never mix different types of fluids (DOT 3 and DOT 4)
Except for Mexico
• Genuine NISSAN Brake Fluid, or equivalent DOT 3
Multi-purpose grease ——— • NLGI No. 2 (Lithium Soap base)
Air conditioning system refrigerant ———• HFC-134a (R-134a)
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Air conditioning system oil ———• Genuine NISSAN A/C System Oil DH-PS or equivalent
• For additional information, refer to “Air conditioner system
refrigerant and oil recommendations” in this section.
Windshield-washer fluid 5 L 1-3/8 gal 1-1/8 gal• Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze fluid or equivalent
Technical and consumer information9-3

Child safety rear door lock...........3-6
Chimes, audible reminders ..........2-15
Cigarettelighterandashtray ........2-54
Cleaning exterior and interior ......7-2,7-4
Climate control seat switch .........2-45
Cold weather driving .............5-151
Console box ..................2-58
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) ......................5-18
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid .................8-13
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
Controls Heater and air conditioner controls. . .4-34
Coolant Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-9
Checking engine coolant level .......8-8
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....2-6
Corrosion protection ..............7-6
Cruisecontrol..................5-76
Cupholders...................2-59
D
Daytime Running Light System .......2-43
Defogger Switch ................2-38
Dimensionsandweights............9-7
Dimmer switch for instrument panel ....2-44
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system . . .5-99
Doors .......................3-4
Drivebelt....................8-18
Drive positioner, Automatic .....3-37,3-39Driving
Cold weather driving ...........5-151
Driving with Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT) ............5-18
Precautions when starting
and driving ..............5-4,5-10
Driving the vehicle ...............5-18
Dual panel moonroof .............2-67
Dual power moonroof .........2-67,2-67
E
Economy - fuel ................5-133
Emergency engine shutoff .......5-15,6-2
Engine Before starting the engine ........5-17
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................9-2
Changing engine coolant ..........8-9
Changing engine oil ............8-10
Changing engine oil filter .........8-12
Checking engine coolant level .......8-8
Checking engine oil level ..........8-9
Engine compartment check locations . .8-6
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....2-6
Engine cooling system ...........8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
Engine serial number ............9-9
Engine specifications ............9-6
Starting the engine ............5-17
Engine coolant temperature gauge ......2-6
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) .......5-4
Explanation of maintenance items ......8-2
Extended storage switch ...........2-55 F
Flashers (See
hazard warning flasher switch) ........6-2
Flat tire ......................6-3
Floor mat positioning aid ............7-5
Fluid B
rakefluid .................8-14
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................9-2
Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) fluid .................8-13
Engine coolant ................8-8
Engine oil ...................8-9
Power steering fluid ............8-13
Windshield-washerfluid.........8-14
Fog light switch ................ 2-45
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
Pedestrian Detection system ....2-10,5-112
Front air bag system (See
supplemental restraint system) .......1-54
Front and rear sonar system ........5-147
Front-door pocket ...............2-56
Front power seat adjustment .........1-3
Frontseats....................1-2
Fuel Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants................9-2
Fuel economy ............... 5-133
Fuel-filler door and cap ..........3-30
Fuel gauge ..................2-7
Loose fuel cap warning ..........2-28
Fuel-filler door .................3-29
Fuel gauge ....................2-7
Fuses ......................8-24
10-2