8-6 INFINITI QX80 2018 Owner's Manual

0-12Illustrated table of contents
JVC0976X
VK56VD ENGINE
1. Window washer fluid reservoir(P.8-10)
2. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
3. Engine oil dipstick (P.8-6)
4. Power steering fluid reservoir (P.8-8) 5. Engine oil filler cap (P.8-6)
6. Brake fluid reservoir (P.8-9)
7. Fuse/fusible link holder (P.8-18)
8. Battery (P.8-11)
9. Radiator filler cap (P.8-4)
10. Engine coolant reservoir (P.8-4)11. Drive belts (P.8-13)
12. Air cleaner (P.8-14)
ENGINE COMPARTMENT

2-10Instruments and controls
to check the oil level. (See “Engine oil”
(P.8-6).)
. If the gauge needle does not move
with the proper amount of engine oil,
have the vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service. Continued vehicle
operation in such a condition could
cause serious damage to the engine.
SIC4376
VOLTMETER
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the volt meter indicates the
battery voltage. When the engine is running,
it indicates the generator voltage.
While cranking the engine, the volt drop
below the normal range. If the needle is not
in the normal range (10.5 to 15.5 volt) while
the engine is running, it may indicate that the
charging system is not functioning properly.
Have the system checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.
METER/RING ILLUMINATION
AND NEEDLE SWEEP
The ring illumination surrounding meters and
gauges illuminates when the driver’s door is
closed after getting into the vehicle with the
Intelligent Key carried in.
When the engine is started, the indicator
needles will sweep in the speedometer and
tachometer and the ring illumination will be
brightened gradually. This function can be
turned off. (See “Trip computer” (P.2-28).)

2-14Instruments and controls
Charge warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, it may indicate the charging system
is not functioning properly. Turn the engine
off and check the alternator belt. If the belt is
loose, broken, missing or if the light remains
on, have your vehicle serviced immediately. It
is recommended you visit an INFINITI re-
tailer for this service.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving if the alternator
belt is loose, broken or missing.
Distance Control Assist (DCA)
system warning light (orange; if so
equipped)
This light comes on if there is a malfunction
in the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system.
If the warning light illuminates, park the
vehicle in a safe place. Turn the engine off,
restart the engine, resume driving and turn
on the DCA system again.
If it is not possible to turn on the system or
the warning light stays on, it may indicate
that the system is malfunctioning. Although the vehicle is still driveable under normal
conditions, have the vehicle checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
See “Distance Control Assist (DCA)” (P.5-
87).
Engine oil pressure warning
light
This light warns of low engine oil pressure. If
the light flickers or comes on during normal
driving, pull off the road in a safe area, stop
the engine immediately and call an INFINITI
retailer or other authorized repair shop.
The engine oil pressure warning light is not
designed to indicate a low oil level. Use the
dipstick to check the oil level. (See “Engine
oil” (P.8-6).)
CAUTION
Running the engine with the engine oil
pressure warning light on could cause
serious damage to the engine almost
immediately. Such damage is not cov-
ered by warranty. Turn off the engine as
soon as it is safe to do so.
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
warning light (4WD models)
Thewarning light comes on when the
ignition switch is pushed to ON. It turns off
soon after the engine is started.
If the 4WD system malfunctions, or the
diameter of the front and the rear wheels are
different, the warning light will either remain
illuminated or blink. (See “INFINITI all-mode
4WD
®” (P.5-120).)
CAUTION
. If the warning light comes on while
driving there may be a malfunction in
the 4WD system. Reduce the vehicle
speed and have your vehicle checked
as soon as possible. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.
. If the 4WD warning light turns on
when driving on dry or hard surfaced
roads:
— in the 4H(I) position, shift the 4WD shift switch to AUTO
— in the 4L(O) position, stop the vehicle and shift the transmission
shift lever to the N (Neutral)
position and shift the 4WD shift

8 Do-it-yourself
Maintenance precautions ............................................... 8-2
Engine compartment check locations ......................... 8-3VK56VD engine model .............................................. 8-3
Engine cooling system ..................................................... 8-4 Checking engine coolant level ................................. 8-5
Changing engine coolant .......................................... 8-5
Engine oil ........................................................................\
..... 8-6 Checking engine oil level ........................................... 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter .................................. 8-6
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .......................... 8-8
Power steering fluid ......................................................... 8-8
Brake fluid ........................................................................\
... 8-9 Brake fluid ..................................................................... 8-9
Window washer fluid ................................................... 8-10
Battery ........................................................................\
....... 8-11 Jump starting ............................................................. 8-12
Variable voltage control system ................................. 8-13
Drive belts ........................................................................\
. 8-13
Spark plugs ....................................................................... 8-14 Replacing spark plugs .............................................. 8-14
Air cleaner ........................................................................\
. 8-14 Windshield wiper blades .............................................. 8-15
Cleaning ..................................................................... 8-15
Replacing ................................................................... 8-16
Rear window wiper blades .......................................... 8-16
Brakes ........................................................................\
........ 8-17 Self-adjusting brakes ............................................. 8-17
Brake pad wear warning ....................................... 8-17
Brake booster ........................................................... 8-17
Fuses ........................................................................\
.......... 8-18 Engine compartment .............................................. 8-18
Passenger compartment ....................................... 8-19
Intelligent Key battery replacement ........................ 8-20
Lights ........................................................................\
......... 8-23
Headlights ................................................................ 8-24
Exterior and interior lights ................................... 8-24
Wheels and tires ............................................................. 8-27
Tire pressure ............................................................. 8-27
Tire labeling .............................................................. 8-31
Types of tires ........................................................... 8-33
Tire chains ................................................................. 8-33
Changing wheels and tires .................................. 8-34

8-6Do-it-yourself
JVM0728X
CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface andapply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn off the engine. Wait more than 15
minutes for the oil to drain back into the
oil pan.
4. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way.
5. Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level. It should be within the range
.
If the oil level is below, remove the oil
filler cap and pour recommended oil
through the opening. Do not overfill
.6. Recheck oil level with the dipstick.
It is normal to add some oil between oil
maintenance intervals or during the break-
in period, depending on the severity of
operating conditions.
CAUTION
Oil level should be checked regularly.
Operating the engine with an insuffi-
cient amount of oil can damage the
engine, and such damage is not covered
by warranty.
CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND
FILTER
Vehicle set-up
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
apply the parking brake.
2. Run the engine until it reaches operating temperature.
3. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes.
4. Raise and support the vehicle using a suitable floor jack and safety jack stands.
.Place the safety jack stands under thevehicle jack-up points.
.A suitable adapter should be attachedto the jack stand saddle.
5. Remove the engine undercover.
.Remove the bolts that hold the under- cover in place.
CAUTION
Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.
ENGINE OIL

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 typeCapacity (approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric
Measure US
Measure Imperial
Measure
Fuel 98.4 L26 gal21-5/8 gal ÂSee “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil*1 With oil filter change 6.5 L6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt ÂGenuine “NISSAN Motor Oil 0W-20 SN” is recommended.
 If the above motor oil is not available, use an equivalent motor oil that
matches the above grade and viscosity. For additional information,
see “Engine oil and oil filter recommendation” (P.10-6).
Drain and refill
*1: For additional information,
see “Changing engine oil and
filter” (P.8-6).
Without oil filter change 6.2 L6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt
Engine coolant
With reservoir 16.3 L 17-1/4 qt 14-3/8 qt
ÂPre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Matic S ATF
 INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF 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.
Transfer fluid —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer or equivalent
 Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid may
damage the transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
Front differential gear oil —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or
equivalent conventional (non-synthetic) oil
Rear differential gear oil —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super-S GL-5 synthetic
75W-90 or equivalent
Power steering fluid (PSF) Refill to the proper oil level according to the instructions
in the “8. Do-it-yourself” section. Â
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
 DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid ÂGenuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT
3
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI retailer.
Suspension fluid —— —ÂGenuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension Fluid or equivalent
 Using Hydraulic Suspension fluid other than Genuine NISSAN
Hydraulic Suspension fluid will damage the Hydraulic Suspension,
which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty. See
an INFINITI retailer for recommended hydraulic suspension fluid.
Multi-purpose grease —— —ÂNLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

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Cargo floor box .................................................... 2-60
Cargo light ............................................................. 2-68
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ......... 5-4
Center ventilators ................................................ 4-25
Chassis and body maintenance ....................... 9-10
Child restraints ...................................................... 1-31Booster seats .................................................. 1-48
LATCH system ............................................... 1-33
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-31
Top tether strap ............................................. 1-36
Child safety ........................................................... 1-29
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes Audible reminders .......................................... 2-21
Seat belt warning light and chime ............ 2-17
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .............................. 8-19
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-5
Climate control Automatic climate control ............. 4-26, 4-28
Clock ........................................................................\
2-51
Coat hooks ............................................................ 2-59
Cockpit ...................................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ........................................ 5-136
Console box ........................................................... 2-57
Coolant Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-5
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-5
Corrosion protection ............................................. 7-8 Cruise control ....................................................... 5-65
Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system) .................................................... 5-84
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .... 5-66
Cup holders ........................................................... 2-54
D
Daytime running light system .......................... 2-42
Dimensions ......................................................... 10-10
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system .......... 5-87
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system
warning light ......................................................... 2-14
Drive belts .............................................................. 8-13
Drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Driving Cold weather driving ................................. 5-136
Driving with automatic transmission ....... 5-18
On-pavement and off-road driving ........... 5-8
Precautions when starting and driving ..... 5-4
Safety precautions ........................................ 5-10
E
Economy, Fuel ................................................... 5-120
Elapsed time ......................................................... 2-29
Emission control information label ............... 10-12
Emission control system maintenance ............ 9-8
Emission control system warranty ............... 10-31
EngineBefore starting the engine .......................... 5-15
Break-in schedule ........................................ 5-119 Capacities and recommended fluids/
lubricants .......................................................... 10-2
Changing engine coolant ............................... 8-5
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Checking engine coolant level ...................... 8-5
Checking engine oil level ............................... 8-6
Coolant temperature gauge ......................... 2-8
Emergency engine shut off ......................... 5-14
Engine block heater .................................... 5-137
Engine compartment check locations ........ 8-3
Engine cooling system ................................... 8-4
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
Engine oil and oil
filter recommendation .................................. 10-6
Engine oil replacement indicator ............... 2-27
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 10-7
Engine serial number ................................. 10-12
Engine specifications ................................... 10-8
Engine start operation indicator ............... 2-24
If your vehicle overheats ............................. 6-14
Oil pressure gauge .......................................... 2-9
Protection mode ............................................ 5-17
Remote engine start
operation indicator ........................................ 2-24
Starting the engine ....................................... 5-15
Entry/exit function, Automatic
drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ........................ 10-33
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........................ 5-4
Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ................................................. 9-5

Extended storage fuse warning ...................... 2-25
Extended storage switch .................................. 8-20
F
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label .... 10-12
FilterAir cleaner housing filter ............................. 8-14
Changing engine oil and filter ...................... 8-6
Flashers (See hazard warning
flasher switch) ......................................................... 6-2
Flat tire ...................................................................... 6-3
Flat towing ......................................................... 10-30
Flexible seating ..................................................... 1-11
Floor mat cleaning ................................................. 7-6
Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......... 8-8
Brake fluid ......................................................... 8-9
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Engine coolant .................................................. 8-4
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
Power steering fluid ....................................... 8-8
Window washer fluid .................................. 8-10
Fog light switch ................................................... 2-44
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
pedestrian detection system ......................... 5-100
Forward Emergency Braking system
warning light ......................................................... 2-15
Front passenger air bag and status light ..... 1-60
Front power seat adjustment ............................. 1-4 Front seat
Front seat adjustment ........................ 1-4, 1-10
Front-seat active head restraint ...................... 1-17
Fuel
Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants ................. 10-2
Fuel economy .............................................. 5-120
Fuel information ........................................... 10-4
Fuel octane rating ........................................ 10-4
Fuel-filler cap .................................................. 3-26
Fuel-filler door ............................................... 3-26
Gauge .................................................................. 2-9
LOOSE FUEL CAP warning ...................... 3-28
Fuel efficient driving tips ................................. 5-119
Fuses ....................................................................... 8-18
Fusible links ........................................................... 8-19
G
Garage door opener HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ....................... 2-68, 2-72
Gas cap ................................................................... 3-26
Gauge ........................................................................\
. 2-6 Engine coolant temperature gauge ............ 2-8
Engine oil pressure gauge ............................. 2-9
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 2-9
Odometer ............................................................ 2-7
Speedometer ...................................................... 2-7
Tachometer ....................................................... 2-8
Trip computer ................................................. 2-28
General maintenance ............................................. 9-2 Glove box ............................................................... 2-56
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 6-2
Head restraints/headrests ................................ 1-13
Headlight washer ................................................ 2-42
Headlights
Aiming control ................................................ 2-41
Aiming control (See adaptive front
lighting system (AFS)) .................................. 2-42
Bulb replacement .......................................... 8-24
Headlight switch ............................................ 2-37
Heated seats ......................................................... 2-46
Heated steering wheel ....................................... 2-45
Heater Automatic climate control ............. 4-26, 4-28
Engine block heater .................................... 5-137
High beam assist ................................................. 2-39
Hill start assist system ..................................... 5-128
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ...... 2-68, 2-72
Hood release ......................................................... 3-21
Hook Coat hooks ...................................................... 2-59
Luggage hook ................................................. 2-59
Horn ........................................................................\
. 2-45
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) .......................... 5-12
Immobilizer system .............................................. 2-32
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-35
11-3

Low tire pressure warning system (See tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)) ............... 5-5
Luggage hooks ..................................................... 2-59
M
MaintenanceBattery .............................................................. 8-11
General maintenance ...................................... 9-2
Inside the vehicle ............................................. 9-3
Maintenance indicators ............................... 2-27
Maintenance log ............................................ 9-14
Maintenance precautions .............................. 8-2
Maintenance requirements ........................... 9-2
Maintenance schedules ................................. 9-6
Maintenance under severe
driving conditions .......................................... 9-13
Outside the vehicle ......................................... 9-2
Seat belt maintenance ................................. 1-28
Standard maintenance .................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules ........................................ 9-6
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) .................... 2-19
Map lights .............................................................. 2-66
Master warning light ........................................... 2-17
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .......... 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic
drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Meter
Trip computer ................................................. 2-28
Meters and gauges ................................................ 2-6 Instrument brightness control ................... 2-43 Mirror
Inside mirror ................................................... 3-30
Outside mirrors .............................................. 3-36
Smart Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-31
Vanity mirror ................................................... 3-38
Monitor Around View®Monitor .................................. 4-3
Moonroof ............................................................... 2-64
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ................... 4-20
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 ...................... 8-6
Checking engine oil level ............................... 8-6
Engine oil ........................................................... 8-6
Engine oil pressure gauge ............................. 2-9
Engine oil viscosity ........................................ 10-7
Oil filter replacement indicator .................. 2-27
Operation, operational indicators ................... 2-24
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-29
Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-36
Overheat, If your vehicle overheats ............... 6-14 Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ............................................. 10-34
P
Panic alarm ............................................................ 3-16
Parking
Brake break-in .............................................. 5-131
Parking brake operation .............................. 5-22
Parking on hills ............................................. 5-129
Phone Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-36
Pocket ..................................................................... 2-58
Power Front seat adjustment ................................... 1-4
Moonroof ......................................................... 2-64
Power door lock ............................................... 3-4
Power outlet ................................................... 2-51
Power steering fluid ....................................... 8-8
Power steering system .............................. 5-131
Power windows ............................................. 2-61
Precautions
Braking precautions .................................... 5-131
Child restraints ............................................... 1-31
Cruise control ................................................. 5-65
Driving safety ................................................. 5-10
Maintenance ..................................................... 8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving ........... 5-8
Seat belt usage .............................................. 1-18
Supplemental restraint system .................. 1-52
When starting and driving ............................ 5-4
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