fuel filter INFINITI QX80 2021 Owner's Manual

15,000 miles/(24,000 km)/
12 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
30,000 miles/(48,000 km)/
24 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
• Inspect fuel lines/connections
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect steering gear and linkage
• Inspect axle and suspension parts
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replace engine air filter (1)
• Replace brake fluid
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be required.
30,000 miles/(48,000 km)/
36 months
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect steering gear and linkage
• Inspect axle and suspension parts
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Inspect exhaust system
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replace brake fluid

45,000 miles/(72,000 km)/
36 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Replace Intelligent Key battery
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
60,000 miles/(96,000 km)/
48 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect engine drive belts
• Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
• Inspect fuel lines/connections
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect axle and suspension parts
• Inspect steering gear and linkage
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Replace engine air filter (1)
• Replace brake fluid
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be required.

75,000 miles/(120,000 km)/
60 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect engine drive belts
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
90,000 miles/(144,000 km)/
72 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect engine drive belts
• Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
• Inspect fuel lines/connections
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect steering gear and linkage
• Inspect axle and suspension parts
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine air filter (1)
• Replace brake fluid
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Replace Intelligent Key battery
• Perform tire rotation
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be required.

105,000 miles/(168,000 km)/
84 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect engine drive belts
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine coolant (1)
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Replace spark plugs (2)
• Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD
models)
• Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) First replacement interval is 105,000
miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first
replacement, replace every 75,000 miles
(120,000 km) or 60 months.
(2) Replace spark plug when the gap exceeds
0.053 in (1.35 mm) even if within specified
replacement mileage.
120,000 miles/(192,000 km)/
96 months
Standard maintenance:
• Inspect brake lines and cables
• Inspect brake pads and rotors
• Inspect engine drive belts
• Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
• Inspect fuel lines/connections
• Inspect exhaust system
• Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models)
• Inspect steering gear and linkage
• Inspect axle and suspension parts
• Inspect differential gear oil
• Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models)
• Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models)
• Replace engine air filter (1)
• Replace brake fluid
• Replace engine oil and filter
• Replaced in-cabin microfilter
• Perform tire rotation
•
Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions,
more frequent maintenance may be required.

.Keep your engine tuned up.
. Follow the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure. Low tire pressure increases tire
wear and lowers fuel economy.
. Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Improper alignment increases tire wear
and lowers fuel economy.
. Use the recommended viscosity engine
oil. (See “Engine oil and oil filter recom-
mendation” (P.10-6).)
WARNING
. Do not attempt to raise two wheels
off the ground and shift the trans-
mission to any drive or reverse posi-
tion with the engine running. Doing
so may result in drivetrain damage or
unexpected vehicle movement which
could result in serious vehicle damage
or personal injury.
. Do not attempt to test a 4WD
equipped vehicle on a 2-wheel dy-
namometer or similar equipment even
if the other two wheels are raised off
the ground. Make sure you inform
test facility personnel that your ve-
hicle is equipped with 4WD before it
is placed on a dynamometer. Using
the wrong test equipment may result
in drivetrain damage or unexpected
vehicle movement which could result
in serious vehicle damage or personal
injury.
CAUTION
.Do not drive the vehicle in the 4HI or
4LO position on dry hard surface
roads. Driving on dry, hard surfaces in 4HI or 4LO may cause unnecessary
noise, tire wear and increased fuel
consumption.
If the Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
warning light turns on when driving
on dry hard surface roads:
— in the 4HI position, shift the 4WD shift switch to AUTO.
— in the 4LO position, stop the vehicle and shift the transmission
lever to the N (Neutral) position
with the brake pedal depressed
and shift the 4WD shift switch to
AUTO.
If the 4WD warning light is still on
after the above operation, have
your vehicle checked. It is recom-
mended you visit an INFINITI
retailer for this service.
. The transfer case may be damaged if
you continue driving with the 4WD
warning light blinking.
See “On-pavement and off-road driving
precautions” (P.5-8) for other precautions
for offroad driving.
Starting and driving5-113
INCREASING FUEL ECONOMYINFINITI ALL-MODE 4WD®(if so equipped)

8-2Do-it-yourself
When performing any inspection or main-
tenance work on your vehicle, always take
care to prevent serious accidental injury to
yourself or damage to the vehicle. The
following are general precautions which
should be closely observed.
WARNING
.Park the vehicle on a level surface,
apply the parking brake securely and
block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle from moving. Move the shift
lever to P (Park).
. Be sure the ignition switch is in the
OFF or LOCK position when per-
forming any parts replacement or
repairs.
. Never connect or disconnect the
battery or any transistorized compo-
nent while the ignition switch is in the
ON position.
. Never leave the engine or automatic
transmission related component har-
nesses disconnected while the igni-
tion switch is in the ON position.
. If you must work with the engine
running, keep your hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from moving
fans, belts and any other moving parts.
. It is advisable to secure or remove
any loose clothing and remove any
jewelry, such as rings, watches, etc.
before working on your vehicle.
. Always wear eye protection when-
ever you work on your vehicle.
. If you must run the engine in an
enclosed space such as a garage, be
sure there is proper ventilation for
exhaust gases to escape.
. Never get under the vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If it is
necessary to work under the vehicle,
support it with safety stands.
. Keep smoking materials, flame and
sparks away from fuel tank and the
battery.
. Your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic engine cooling fan. It may
come on at any time without warn-
ing, even if the ignition key is in the
OFF position and the engine is not
running. To avoid injury, always dis-
connect the negative battery cable
before working near the fan.
. On gasoline engine models, the fuel
filter or fuel lines should be serviced
because the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is off. It is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for this service.
CAUTION
.
Do not work under the hood while the
engine is hot. Turn the engine off and
wait until it cools down.
. Avoid direct contact with used en-
gine oil and coolant. Improperly dis-
posed engine oil, coolant, and/or
other vehicle fluids can damage the
environment. Always conform to lo-
cal regulations for disposal of vehicle
fluid.
This “8. Do-it-yourself” section gives in-
structions regarding only those items which
are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
A genuine INFINITI Service Manual is also
available. (See “Owner’s Manual/Service
Manual order information” (P.10-35).)
You should be aware that incomplete or
improper servicing may result in operating
difficulties or excessive emissions, and could
affect your warranty coverage. If in doubt
about any servicing, it is recommended you
have it done by an INFINITI retailer.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS

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

22,500 Miles/18 Months/36,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect Intelligent key battery.Replace engine oil and filter.Perform tire rotation
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
25,000 Miles/30 Months/40,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect exhaust system.Replace engine oil and filter
30,000 Miles/24 Months/48,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses.Inspect fuel lines/connections.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace differential gear oil.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Replace engine oil and filter.Replace engine air filter (1).Replace brake fluid.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more
frequent maintenance may be required.
Maintenance and schedules9-9

60,000 Miles/48 Months/96,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect engine drive belts.Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses.Inspect fuel lines/connections.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Replace differential gear oil.Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models).Replace engine air filter (1).Replace brake fluid.Replace engine oil and filter.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more
frequent maintenance may be required.
60,000 Miles/72 Months/96,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect exhaust system.Replace engine oil and filter.Replace brake fluid.Replace differential gear oil.Replace transfer case oil (4WD models)
65,000 Miles/78 Months/104,000
Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect exhaust system.Replace engine oil and filter
Maintenance and schedules9-13

9-16Maintenance and schedules
85,000 Miles/102 Months/
136,000 Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect exhaust system.Replace engine oil and filter
90,000 Miles/72 Months/144,000
Km
Standard maintenance:.Inspect brake lines and cables.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect engine drive belts.Inspect fuel tank vapor vent system hoses.Inspect fuel lines/connections.Inspect exhaust system.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Replace differential gear oil.Inspect transfer case oil (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Replace engine air filter (1).Replace brake fluid.Replace engine oil and filter.Replace in-cabin microfilter.Replace Intelligent Key battery.Perform tire rotation.Lubricate propeller shaft grease (4WD models)
Severe maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
(1) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more
frequent maintenance may be required.
90,000 Miles/108 Months/
144,000 Km
Standard maintenance:
Not Applicable. Proceed to next interval.
Severe maintenance:
.Inspect brake pads and rotors.Inspect steering gear and linkage.Inspect axle and suspension parts.Inspect propeller shaft (4WD models).Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD models).Inspect exhaust system.Replace engine oil and filter.Replace brake fluid