oil capacities INFINITI QX80 2020 Owner's Manual

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Engine oil and filter
1. Place a large drain pan under the drainplug.
2. Remove the oil filler cap.
3. Remove the drain plug
with a wrench
and completely drain the oil.
CAUTION
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the
engine oil is hot.
.Waste oil must be disposed of prop- erly.
.Check your local regulations.
4. (Perform steps 4 to 7 only when the engine oil filter change is needed.)
Loosen the oil filter
with an oil filter
wrench. Remove the oil filter by turning it
by hand.
5. Wipe the engine oil filter mounting sur- face with a clean rag.
CAUTION
Be sure to remove any old rubber gasket
remaining on the mounting surface of
the engine. Failure to do so could lead to
engine damage.
6. Coat the gasket on the new filter with clean engine oil.
7. Screw in the oil filter clockwise until a slight resistance is felt, then tighten
additionally more than 2/3 turn.
Oil filter tightening torque:11 to 15 ft-lb
(15 to 21 N·m)
8. Clean and re-install the drain plug with a new washer. Securely tighten the drain
plug with a wrench. Drain plug tightening torque:
22 to 29 ft-lb
(29 to 39 N·m)
Do not use excessive force.
9. Refill engine with recommended oil and install the oil filler cap securely.
CAUTION
The dipstick must be inserted in place to
prevent oil spillage from the dipstick
hole while filling the engine with oil.
See “Capacities and recommended
fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2) for drain and
refill capacity. The drain and refill capa-
city depends on the oil temperature and
drain time. Use these specifications for
reference only. Always use the dipstick
to determine the proper amount of oil in
the engine.
10. Start the engine and check for leakage around the drain plug and the oil filter.
Correct as required.
11. Turn the engine off and wait more than 15 minutes. Check the oil level with the
dipstick. Add engine oil if necessary.
Do-it-yourself8-7

The following descriptions are provided to
give you a better understanding of the
scheduled maintenance items that should
be regularly checked or replaced. The main-
tenance schedule indicates at which mile-
age/time intervals each item requires
service.
In addition to scheduled maintenance, your
vehicle requires that some items be checked
during normal day-to-day operation. Refer
to “General maintenance” (P.9-2).
Items marked with “*” are recommended by
INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. You
are not required to perform maintenance on
these items in order to maintain the warran-
ties which come with your vehicle. Other
maintenance items and intervals are re-
quired.
When applicable, additional information can
be found in the “8. Do-it yourself” section of
this manual.
NOTE:
INFINITI does not advocate the use of non-
OEM approved aftermarket flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against perform-
ing these services on an INFINITI product.
Many of the aftermarket flushing systems
use non-OEM approved chemicals or sol-
vents, the use of which has not been
validated by INFINITI.
For recommended fuel, lubricants, fluids,grease, and refrigerant, refer to “Capacities
and recommended fluids/lubricants” (P.10-
2) of this manual.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
Drive belt*:
Check engine drive belt for wear, fraying or
cracking and for proper tension. Replace any
damaged drive belt.
Engine air filter:
Replace at specified intervals. When driving
for prolonged periods in dusty conditions,
check/replace the filter more frequently.
Engine coolant*
Replace coolant at the specified interval.
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to
use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-
freeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent with the
proper mixture. (Refer to “Engine cooling
system” (P.8-4) to determine the proper
mixture for your area.)
NOTE:
Mixing any other type of coolant or the use
of non-distilled water may reduce the
recommended service interval of the cool-
ant.
Engine oil and oil filter:
Replace engine oil and oil filter at the
specified intervals. For recommended oil
grade and viscosity refer to “Capacities and
recommended fluids/lubricants” (P.10-2).
Engine valve clearance*:
Inspect only if valve noise increases. Adjust
valve clearance if necessary.
Evaporative emissions control vapor lines*:
Check vapor lines for leaks or looseness.
Tighten connections or replace parts as
necessary.
Fuel lines*:
Check the fuel hoses, piping and connections
for leaks, looseness, or deterioration. Tight-
en connections or replace parts as necessary.
Spark plugs:
Replace at specified intervals. Install new
plugs of the type as originally equipped.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTE-
NANCE
Brake lines and cables:
Visually inspect for proper installation.
Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration,
and signs of leaking. Replace any deterio-
rated or damaged parts immediately.
Maintenance and schedules9-5
EXPLANATION OF SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCE ITEMS

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
Vehicle loading information ...................................... 10-14 Terms ........................................................................\
. 10-14 Vehicle load capacity .......................................... 10-15
Securing the load ................................................. 10-16
Loading tips ............................................................ 10-17
Measurement of weights .................................... 10-17
Towing a trailer ........................................................... 10-18 Maximum load limits ........................................... 10-18
Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)/
maximum Gross Axle Weight (GAW) ............. 10-19
Towing load/specification ................................. 10-21
Towing safety ....................................................... 10-22
Flat towing ............................................................. 10-30
Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 10-30 Treadwear .............................................................. 10-30
Traction AA, A, B and C ..................................... 10-31
Temperature A, B and C .................................... 10-31
Emission control system warranty ......................... 10-31
Reporting safety defects .......................................... 10-32
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance
(I/M) test ....................................................................... 10-33
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ................................... 10-34
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information ........................................................ 10-34

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 98.4 L 26 gal 21-5/8 gal

See “Fuel information” (P.10-4).
Engine oil*1 With oil filter change 6.5 L 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt

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


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).
Drain and refill
*1: For additional information,
see “Changing engine oil and
filter” (P.8-6).
Without oil filter change 6.2 L 6-1/2 qt 5-1/2 qt
Engine coolant
With reservoir 16.3 L 17-1/4 qt 14-3/8 qt


Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or
equivalent
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.
Transfer fluid — — —

Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer or equivalent


Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid (or
equivalent) may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the
INFINITI New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Front differential gear oil — — —

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

Genuine 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.


Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent


DEXRON
TMVI type ATF may also be used.
Brake fluid

Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid*2 or equivalent DOT
3
*2: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI retailer.
Suspension fluid — — —

Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension Fluid or equivalent


Using Hydraulic Suspension fluid other than Genuine NISSAN
Hydraulic Suspension Fluid (or equivalent) 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 — — —

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

10-6Technical and consumer information
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.

11-2
Cargo light .............................................................. 2-71
Catalytic converter, Three way catalyst ......... 5-4
Center ventilators ................................................ 4-26
Child restraints ..................................................... 1-30Booster seats .................................................. 1-47
LATCH system ............................................... 1-32
Precautions on child restraints .................. 1-30
Top tether strap ............................................. 1-35
Child safety ........................................................... 1-28
Child safety rear door lock .................................. 3-6
Chimes Audible reminders .......................................... 2-19
Seat belt warning light and chime ............ 2-16
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .............................. 8-19
Cleaning exterior and interior .................... 7-2, 7-5
Climate control Automatic air conditioner .......................... 4-28
Automatic climate control .......................... 4-27
Clock ........................................................................\
2-31
Coat hooks ............................................................ 2-62
Cockpit ...................................................................... 2-3
Cold weather driving ........................................ 5-127
Console box ........................................................... 2-60
Console light ......................................................... 2-70
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 ....................................................... 5-60
Fixed speed cruise control (on
ICC system) ..................................................... 5-78
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .... 5-62
Cruise indicator .................................................... 2-25
Cup holders ........................................................... 2-57
Current fuel consumption ................................. 2-29
D
Daytime running light system .......................... 2-43
Dimensions ......................................................... 10-10
Distance Control Assist (DCA) system .......... 5-82
Drive belts .............................................................. 8-13
Drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Driving Cold weather driving .................................. 5-127
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 .................................................... 5-111
Elapsed time ......................................................... 2-29
Elapsed time and trip odometer ..................... 2-29
Emission control information label ............... 10-12
Emission control system warranty ............... 10-31
EngineBefore starting the engine .......................... 5-15
Break-in schedule ....................................... 5-109 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 ................................... 5-128
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 viscosity ........................................ 10-7
Engine serial number ................................. 10-12
Engine specifications ................................... 10-8
Engine start operation indicator ............... 2-23
If your vehicle overheats ............................. 6-14
Oil pressure gauge .......................................... 2-9
Protection mode ............................................ 5-17
Starting the engine ....................................... 5-15
Entry/exit function, Automatic
drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Event Data Recorders (EDR) ........................ 10-34
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ........................ 5-4
Explanation of scheduled
maintenance items ................................................. 9-5
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 .................................................... 1-10
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 ................................................... 2-45
Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with
pedestrian detection system ............................ 5-93
Forward Emergency Braking system
warning light ......................................................... 2-14
Front passenger air bag and status light ..... 1-59
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 ............................................... 5-111
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 ................................. 5-110
Fuses ....................................................................... 8-18
Fusible links ........................................................... 8-19
G
Garage door opener HomeLink®
Universal Transceiver ........................ 2-71, 2-75
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 ................................................. 2-29
General maintenance ............................................. 9-2
Glove box ............................................................... 2-59
H
Hazard warning flasher switch ........................... 6-2
Head restraints/headrests ................................ 1-13
Headlight washer ................................................ 2-43
Headlights Aiming control ................................................ 2-42
Aiming control (See adaptive front
lighting system (AFS)) .................................. 2-43
Bulb replacement .......................................... 8-24
Headlight switch ............................................ 2-38
Heated seats ......................................................... 2-46
Heated steering wheel ....................................... 2-45
Heater Automatic climate control .......................... 4-27
Engine block heater ................................... 5-128
High beam assist ................................................. 2-40
Hill start assist system ..................................... 5-119
HomeLink
®Universal Transceiver ....... 2-71, 2-75
Hood release ......................................................... 3-21
Hook Coat hooks ...................................................... 2-62
Luggage hook ................................................. 2-62
Horn ........................................................................\
. 2-46
I
Ignition switch (Push-button) .......................... 5-12
Immobilizer system .............................................. 2-33
In-cabin microfilter .............................................. 4-36
Indicator
Lights ................................................................ 2-17
11-3

Standard maintenance .................................... 9-7
Maintenance schedules ........................................ 9-6
Malfunction indicator light (MIL) ..................... 2-17
Map lights .............................................................. 2-70
Master warning light .......................................... 2-16
Mechanical key (Intelligent Key system) .......... 3-3
Memory storage, Automatic
drive positioner .................................................... 3-39
Meter Trip computer ................................................. 2-29
Meters and gauges ................................................ 2-6 Instrument brightness control .................. 2-44
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 ............................................................... 2-66
Moving Object Detection (MOD) ................... 4-21
N
New vehicle break-in ....................................... 5-109
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
Operation, operational indicators ................... 2-22
Outside air temperature .................................... 2-31
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 .............................................. 5-122
Parking brake operation .............................. 5-22
Parking on hills ............................................ 5-120
Phone Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-37
Pocket ..................................................................... 2-61
Power Front seat adjustment ................................... 1-4
Moonroof ......................................................... 2-67
Power door lock ............................................... 3-4
Power outlet ................................................... 2-54
Power steering fluid ....................................... 8-8
Power steering system .............................. 5-122 Power windows ............................................. 2-64
Precautions Braking precautions .................................... 5-122
Child restraints ............................................... 1-30
Cruise control ................................................ 5-60
Driving safety ................................................. 5-10
Maintenance ..................................................... 8-2
On-pavement and off-road driving ........... 5-8
Seat belt usage .............................................. 1-17
Supplemental restraint system .................. 1-51
When starting and driving ............................ 5-4
Predictive Forward Collision
Warning (PFCW) ............................................... 5-101
Push starting ......................................................... 6-13
Push-button ignition switch ............................. 5-12R
Radio
Car phone or CB radio ................................. 4-37
Rain-sensing auto wiper system ..................... 2-36
Rapid air pressure loss .......................................... 5-9
Readiness for inspection/maintenance
(I/M) test ............................................................ 10-33
Rear door alert ..................................................... 2-52
Rear door lock, Child safety rear door lock .... 3-6
Rear personal lights ............................................ 2-70
Rear ventilators .................................................... 4-26
Rear window wiper and washer switch ....... 2-37
Rear window wiper blades ............................... 8-16
Recorders, Event data .................................... 10-34
11-5

FUEL INFORMATION
VK56VD engine
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded
premium gasoline with an octane rating of at
least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number
(Research octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-
able, you may use unleaded regular gasoline
with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI
number (Research octane number 91), but
you may notice a decrease in performance.
CAUTION
.Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control systems, 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 E-15 or E-85 fuel in your
vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed
to run on E-15 or E-85 fuel. Using E-
15 or E-85 fuel in a vehicle not
specifically designed for E-15 or E-
85 fuel 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.8-27).
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-
109). Follow these recommendations for
the future reliability and economy of your
new vehicle.
GAS STATION INFORMATION