Infiniti Q60 Coupe (2021 year). Manual in english — page 24

Occasionally remove loose dust from the
interior trim, plastic parts and seats using a
vacuum cleaner or soft bristled brush. Wipe
the vinyl and leather surfaces with a clean,
soft cloth dampened in mild soap solution,
then wipe clean with a dry soft cloth.
Regular care and cleaning is required in order
to maintain the appearance of the leather.
Before using any fabric protector, read the
manufacturer’s recommendations. Some
fabric protectors contain chemicals that
may stain or bleach the seat material.
Use a cloth dampened only with water, to
clean the meter and gauge lens.

WARNING

Do not use water or acidic cleaners (hot
steam cleaners) on the seat. This can
damage the seat or occupant classifica-
tion sensors. This can also affect the
operation of the air bag system and
result in serious personal injury.

CAUTION

.

Never use benzine, thinner, or any
similar material.

.

For cleaning, use a soft cloth, dam-
pened with water. Never use a rough
cloth, alcohol, benzine, thinner or any
kind of solvent or paper towel with a
chemical cleaning agent. They will
scratch or cause discoloration to the
lens.

.

Do not spray any liquid such as water
on the meter lens. Spraying liquid
may cause the system to malfunction.

.

Small dirt particles can be abrasive
and damaging to the leather surfaces
and should be removed promptly. Do
not use saddle soap, car waxes,
polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, sol-
vents, detergents or ammonia-based
cleaners as they may damage the
leather’s natural finish.

.

Only use fabric protectors approved
by INFINITI.

.

Do not use glass or plastic cleaner on
meter or gauge lens covers. It may
damage the lens cover.

LEATHER CLEANING KIT (if so
equipped)

Spray onto the leather cleaning cloth, then
gently wipe the surface of leather. Use a dry
towel to absorb any excess moisture.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently
because soiling on such surfaces is much
more visible.
Always follow the manufacturer’s instruc-
tions supplied with the leather cleaning kit.
You can obtain the leather cleaning kit from
an INFINITI retailer or other authorized
repair shop.

CAUTION

Do not leave the leather cleaning kit
inside the vehicle. The leather cleaning
kit left in a closed vehicle can become
very hot.

AIR FRESHENERS

Most air fresheners use a solvent that could
affect the vehicle interior. If you use an air
freshener, take the following precautions:

.

Hanging-type air fresheners can cause

permanent discoloration when they con-
tact vehicle interior surfaces. Place the

Appearance and care

7-5

CLEANING INTERIOR

7-6

Appearance and care

air freshener in a location that allows it
to hang free and not contact an interior
surface.

.

Liquid-type air fresheners typically clip

on the vents. These products can cause
immediate damage and discoloration
when spilled on interior surfaces.

Carefully read and follow the manufac-
turer’s instructions before using air fresh-
eners.

FLOOR MATS

WARNING

To avoid potential pedal interference
that may result in a collision, injury or
death:

.

NEVER place a floor mat on top of
another floor mat in the driver front
position or install them upside down
or backwards.

.

Use only genuine INFINITI floor mats
or equivalent floor mats that are
specifically designed for use in your
vehicle model and model year.

.

Properly position the mats in the
floorwell using the floor mat posi-
tioning hook. See “Floor mat installa-
tion” (P.7-6).

.

Make sure the floor mat does not
interfere with pedal operation.

.

Periodically check the floor mats to
make sure they are properly installed.

.

After cleaning the vehicle interior,
check the floor mats to make sure
they are properly installed.

The use of genuine INFINITI floor mats can
extend the life of your vehicle carpet and
make it easier to clean the interior. Mats
should be maintained with regular cleaning
and replaced if they become excessively
worn.

JVA0023X

Floor mat installation

Your vehicle is equipped with floor mat
positioning hook(s). The number and shape
of the floor mat positioning hook(s) for each
seating position varies depending on the
vehicle.
When installing genuine INFINITI floor mats,
follow the installation instructions provided
with the floor mat and the following:
1. Position the floor mat in the floorwell so

that the mat grommet holes are aligned
with the hook(s).

2. Secure the grommet holes into the hook

(s) and ensure that the floor mat is
properly positioned.

3. Make sure the floor mat does not

interfere with pedal operation. With the
ignition in the OFF position and the shift
lever in the P (Park) position, fully apply
and release all pedals. The floor mat
must not interfere with pedal operation
or prevent the pedal from returning to its
normal position. It is recommended you
see an INFINITI retailer for details about
installing the floor mats in your vehicle.

SAI0051

Positioning hooks

The illustration shows the location of the
floor mat positioning hooks.

SEAT BELTS

The seat belts can be cleaned by wiping
them with a sponge dampened in a mild soap
solution. Allow the belts to dry completely
before using them.
See “Seat belts” (P.1-11).

WARNING

Do not allow wet seat belts to roll up in
the retractor. NEVER use bleach, dye, or
chemical solvents to clean the seat belts,

since these materials may severely
weaken the seat belt webbing.

Appearance and care

7-7

7-8

Appearance and care

MOST COMMON FACTORS
CONTRIBUTING TO VEHICLE
CORROSION

.

The accumulation of moisture-retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.

.

Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor traffic accidents.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS IN-
FLUENCE THE RATE OF COR-
ROSION

Moisture

Accumulation of sand, dirt and water on the
vehicle body underside can accelerate corro-
sion. Wet floor coverings will not dry
completely inside the vehicle, and should be
removed for drying to avoid floor panel
corrosion.

Relative humidity

Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas
where the temperatures stay above freezing
where atmospheric pollution exists, or where
road salt is used.

Temperature

A temperature increase will accelerate the
rate of corrosion to those parts which are
not well ventilated.

Air pollution

Industrial pollution, the presence of salt in
the air in coastal areas, or heavy road salt
use will accelerate the corrosion process.
Road salt will also accelerate the disintegra-
tion of paint surfaces.

TO PROTECT YOUR VEHICLE
FROM CORROSION

.

Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep

the vehicle clean.

.

Always check for minor damage to the

paint and repair it as soon as possible.

.

Keep drain holes at the bottom of the

doors open to avoid water accumulation.

.

Check the underbody for accumulation of

sand, dirt or salt. If present, wash with
water as soon as possible.

CAUTION

.

NEVER remove dirt, sand or other
debris from the passenger compart-
ment by washing it out with a hose.
Remove dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

.

Never allow water or other liquids to
come in contact with electronic com-
ponents inside the vehicle as this may
damage them.

Chemicals used for road surface deicing are
extremely corrosive. They accelerate corro-
sion and deterioration of underbody compo-
nents such as the exhaust system, fuel and
brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and
fenders.

In winter, the underbody must be cleaned
periodically.

For additional protection against rust and
corrosion, which may be required in some
areas, it is recommended you consult an
INFINITI retailer.

CORROSION PROTECTION

8 Do-it-yourself

Maintenance precautions . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-2
Engine compartment check locations . . . . . . . 8-3

VR30DDTT engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Engine cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Checking engine coolant level . . . . . . . . 8-4
Changing engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-5

Intercooler cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5

Checking intercooler coolant level . . . . . . . 8-6

Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6

Checking engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-6
Changing engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . .. 8-7

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) . . . . . . .. 8-9
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-9
Window washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-10
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-11

Checking battery fluid level . . . . . . . . . 8-12
Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13

Variable voltage control system . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-13
Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-14

Replacing spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-14

Air cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Windshield wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-15

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15
Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-16

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16

Self-adjusting brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-16
Brake pad wear warning . . . . . . . . . ... 8-16

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-17

Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8-17
Passenger compartment . . . . . . . . . ... 8-18

Intelligent Key battery replacement . . . . . . . 8-19
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22

Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-23
Exterior and interior lights . . . . . . . . . 8-23

Wheels and tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25

Tire pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-25
Tire labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Types of tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 8-32
Tire chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-34
Changing wheels and tires . . . . . . . . .. 8-34
Jacking up the vehicle and replacing tires . .. 8-38

8-2

Do-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.

.

Because the fuel lines are under high
pressure even when the engine is off,
it is recommended you visit an
INFINITI retailer for service of the

fuel filter or fuel lines.

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.10-24).)
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

JVC0968X

VR30DDTT ENGINE

1.

Battery

2.

Engine oil dipstick

3.

Engine oil filler cap

4.

Brake fluid reservoir

5.

Fuse/fusible link holder

6.

Air cleaner

7.

Engine drive belt location

8.

Radiator filler cap

9

Intercooler cooling reservoir

10. Engine coolant reservoir
11. Window washer fluid reservoir

The engine cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round anti-freeze and coolant protec-
tion. The anti-freeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional engine
cooling system additives are not necessary.

WARNING

.

Never remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot. Wait until the
engine and radiator cool down. Ser-
ious burns could be caused by high
pressure fluid escaping from the
radiator. See precautions in “If your
vehicle overheats” (P.6-13) of this
manual.

.

The radiator is equipped with a
pressure type radiator cap. To pre-
vent engine damage, use only a
genuine NISSAN radiator cap.

CAUTION

.

Never use any cooling system addi-
tives such as radiator sealer. Addi-
tives may clog the cooling system and
cause damage to the engine, trans-

Do-it-yourself

8-3

ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS

ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM

8-4

Do-it-yourself

mission and/or cooling system.

.

When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to −34°F (−37°C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your
vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) con-
centrate following the directions on
the container. If an equivalent cool-
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
used, follow the coolant manufac-
ture’s instructions to maintain mini-
mum antifreeze protection to −34°F
(−37°C). The use of other types of
coolant solutions other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent may damage
the engine cooling system.

.

The life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant is 105,000 miles (168,000
km) or 7 years. Mixing any other type
of coolant other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) (or equivalent coolant),
including Genuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze/ Coolant (green), or the

use of non-distilled water will reduce
the life expectancy of the factory-fill
coolant. Refer to the “9. Mainte-
nance and schedules” section of this
manual for more details.

JVM0652X

CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank
when the engine is running and after it
reaches normal operating temperature. If
the coolant level is below MIN level

, add

coolant up to the MAX level

. If the

reservoir tank is empty, check the coolant
level in the radiator

when the engine is cold

.

If there is insufficient coolant in the radiator,
fill the radiator with coolant up to the filler
cap above the radiator upper hose opening
and also add it to the reservoir tank up to the
MAX level

. Put on the filler cap above the

radiator upper hose and with the reservoir
cap open, start the engine. Run the engine

until it reaches normal operating tempera-
ture. Add coolant up to the MAX level

.

Tighten the cap securely after adding engine
coolant.

If the cooling system requires coolant fre-
quently, have it checked. It is recommended
you visit an INFINITI retailer for this
service.

CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT

It is recommended that major cooling system
repairs be performed by an INFINITI retailer.
The service procedures can be found in the
appropriate INFINITI Service Manual.

Improper servicing can result in reduced
heater performance and engine overheat-
ing.

WARNING

.

To avoid the danger of being scalded,
never change the coolant when the
engine is hot.

.

Never remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot. Serious burns could
be caused by high pressure fluid
escaping from the radiator.

.

Avoid direct skin contact with used
coolant. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner

as soon as possible.

.

Keep coolant out of reach of children
and pets.

Engine coolant must be disposed of prop-
erly. Check your local regulations.

The intercooler cooling system is filled at the
factory with a pre-diluted mixture of 50%
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) and 50% water to provide
year-round anti-freeze and coolant protec-
tion. The antifreeze solution contains rust
and corrosion inhibitors. Additional inter-
cooler cooling system additives are not
necessary.

WARNING

.

Never remove the coolant reservoir
cap when the engine is hot. Wait until
the engine cools down. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure fluid
escaping from the coolant reservoir.

.

The intercooler reservoir is equipped
with a pressure type cap. To prevent
engine and intercooler damage, use
only a genuine NISSAN intercooler
reservoir cap.

CAUTION

.

Never use any additives in the cool-
ant such as radiator sealer in the
cooling system. This may cause da-
mage to the intercooler.

Do-it-yourself

8-5

INTERCOOLER COOLING SYSTEM

8-6

Do-it-yourself

.

When adding or replacing coolant, be
sure to use only Genuine NISSAN
Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue)
or equivalent. Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is pre-
diluted to provide antifreeze protec-
tion to −34°F(−37°C). If additional
freeze protection is needed due to
weather where you operate your
vehicle, add Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) con-
centrate following the directions on
the container. If an equivalent cool-
ant other than Genuine NISSAN Long
Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) is
used, follow the coolant manufac-
turer’s instructions to maintain mini-
mum antifreeze protection to −34°F
(−37°C). The use of other types of
coolant solutions other than Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Cool-
ant (blue) or equivalent may damage
the Intercooler cooling system.

JVM0653X

CHECKING INTERCOOLER
COOLANT LEVEL

Check the coolant level in the reservoir when
the engine is cold. If the coolant level is
below the MIN level

, add coolant to the

MAX level

.

If the intercooler cooling system frequently
requires coolant, have it checked. It is
recommended you visit an INFINITI retailer
for this service.

JVM0654X

CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

apply 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

.

ENGINE OIL

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 the

vehicle jack-up points.

.

A suitable adapter should be attached

to the jack stand saddle.

5. Remove the plastic engine undercover.

.

Remove the small plastic clip at the

center point of the undercover.

.

Then remove the other bolts that hold

the undercover in place.

CAUTION

Make sure the correct lifting and sup-
port points are used to avoid vehicle
damage.

JVM0668X

2WD models

JVM0669X

AWD models

Do-it-yourself

8-7

8-8

Do-it-yourself

Engine oil and filter

1. Place a large drain pan under the drain

plug.

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

(14.7 to 20.6 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

(29.4 to 39.2 N·m)

Do not use excessive force.

9. Refill engine with recommended oil and

install the oil filler cap securely.
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.

After the operation

1. Install the engine undercover into posi-

tion as the following steps.
a. Pull the center of the small plastic clip

out.

b. Hold the engine undercover into posi-

tion.

c. Insert the clip through the undercover

into the hole in the frame, then push
the center of the clip in to lock the clip
in place.

d. Install the other bolts that hold the

undercover in place. Be careful not to
strip the bolts or over-tighten them.

2. Lower the vehicle carefully to the

ground.

3. Dispose of waste oil and filter properly.

WARNING

.

Prolonged and repeated contact with
used engine oil may cause skin cancer.

.

Try to avoid direct skin contact with
used oil. If skin contact is made, wash
thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner
as soon as possible.

.

Keep used engine oil out of reach of
children.

When checking or replacement is required,
we recommend an INFINITI retailer for
servicing.

CAUTION

.

It is recommended that you use only
Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF. Do
not mix with other fluids.

.

Using automatic transmission fluid
other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S
ATF or equivalent may cause dete-
rioration in driveability and auto-
matic transmission durability, and
may damage the automatic transmis-
sion. Damage caused by the use of
fluid other than as recommended is
not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.

For further brake fluid information, see
“Capacities and recommended fluids/lubri-
cants” (P.10-2) of this manual.

WARNING

.

Use only new fluid from a sealed
container. Old, inferior or contami-
nated fluid may damage the brake
system. The use of improper fluids
can damage the brake system and
affect the vehicle’s stopping ability.

.

Clean the filler cap before removing.

.

Brake fluid is poisonous and should
be stored carefully in marked con-
tainers out of the reach of children.

CAUTION

Do not spill the fluid on painted surfaces.
This will damage the paint. If fluid is
spilled, wash the surface with water.

Do-it-yourself

8-9

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FLUID (ATF)

BRAKE FLUID

8-10

Do-it-yourself

JVM0731X

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. If the
fluid is below the MIN line

or the brake

warning light comes on, add Genuine
NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or
equivalent

DOT 3

fluid up to the MAX line

.

If fluid must be added frequently, the system
should be checked. It is recommended you
visit an INFINITI retailer for this service.

JVM0253X

WARNING

Antifreeze is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers
out of the reach of children.

Fill the window washer fluid reservoir per-
iodically. Add window washer fluid when the
low window washer fluid warning appears in
the vehicle information display.
To fill the window washer fluid reservoir, lift
the cap off the reservoir and pour the
window washer fluid into the reservoir
opening.

To check the window washer fluid level, use
your finger to plug the hole

of the cap/

tube assembly, then remove it from the
reservoir. If there is no fluid in the tube,
add fluid.
Add a washer solvent to the washer for
better cleaning. In the winter season, add a
windshield washer antifreeze. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the mixture
ratio.
Refill the reservoir more frequently when
driving conditions require an increased
amount of window washer fluid.
Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN
Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner &
Antifreeze or equivalent.

CAUTION

.

Do not substitute engine anti-freeze
coolant for window washer solution.
This may result in damage to the
paint.

.

Do not fill the window washer re-
servoir with washer fluid concen-
trates at full strength. Some methyl
alcohol based washer fluid concen-
trates may permanently stain the
grille if spilled while filling the win-
dow washer reservoir.

WINDOW WASHER FLUID

.

Pre-mix washer fluid concentrates
with water to the manufacturer’s
recommended levels before pouring
the fluid into the window washer
reservoir. Do not use the window
washer reservoir to mix the washer
fluid concentrate and water.

.

Keep the battery surface clean and dry.

Clean the battery with a solution of
baking soda and water.

.

Make certain the terminal connections

are clean and securely tightened.

.

If the vehicle is not to be used for 30 days

or longer, disconnect the negative (−)
battery terminal cable to prevent dis-
charging it.

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 electro-
nic 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.

CAUTION

When the battery cable is removed from
the battery terminal, do not close either
of front doors. The automatic window
adjusting function will not work, and the
side roof panel may be damaged.

To disconnect the negative (−) battery
terminal, perform the procedure in the
following order. Otherwise, the window
and the side roof panel may contact and be
damaged.
1. Close the windows.
2. Open the hood.
3. Close and lock all the doors.
4. Disconnect the negative (−) battery

terminal.

5. Securely close the hood.
To connect the negative (−) battery terminal,
perform the procedure in the following
order. Otherwise, the window and the side
roof panel may contact and be damaged.
1. Unlock and open the driver side door. Do

not close the door.

2. Open the hood.
3. Connect the negative (−) battery term-

inal. Then close the hood.

4. Fully open the driver side door window.
5. Close the driver side door and the

window.

WARNING

.

Do not expose the battery to flames
or electrical sparks. Hydrogen gas

Do-it-yourself

8-11

BATTERY

8-12

Do-it-yourself

generated by the battery is explosive.
Do not allow battery fluid to contact
your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted
surfaces. After touching a battery or
battery cap, do not touch or rub your
eyes. Thoroughly wash your hands. If
the acid contacts your eyes, skin or
clothing, immediately flush with
water for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.

.

Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid
in the battery is low. Low battery
fluid can cause a higher load on the
battery which can generate heat,
reduce battery life, and in some cases
lead to an explosion.

.

When working on or near a battery,
always wear suitable eye protection
and remove all jewelry.

.

Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after hand-
ling.

.

Keep the battery out of the reach of
children.

DI0137MA

CHECKING BATTERY FLUID LE-
VEL

Check the fluid level in each cell (remove the
battery cover if it is necessary). It should be
between the UPPER LEVEL

and LOWER

LEVEL

lines.

If it is necessary to add fluid, add only
distilled water to bring the level to the
indicator in each filler opening.

Do not

overfill.

SDI1480C

1. Remove the cell plugs

.

2. Add distilled water up to the UPPER

LEVEL

line.

If the side of the battery is not clear,
check the distilled water level by looking
directly above the cell; the condition
indicates OK and the conditions

needs

more to be added.

3. Tighten cell plugs

.

Vehicles operated in high temperatures or
under severe conditions require frequent
checks of the battery fluid level.