Infiniti Q60 Coupe (2021 year). Manual in english — page 28

10 Technical and consumer information

Capacities and recommended fluids/lubricants . . 10-2

Fuel information . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 10-4
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation . . ... 10-6
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
oil 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 . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Removing air deflectors . . . . . . . . . . . 10-15
Vehicle loading information . . . . . . . . . . 10-16

Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 10-16
Vehicle load capacity . . . . . . . . . . ... 10-17
Loading tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 10-18
Measurement of weights . . . . . . . . ... 10-18

Towing a trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 10-19

Flat towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-19

Uniform tire quality grading . . . . . . . . . 10-20

Treadwear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10-20
Traction AA, A, B and C . . . . . . . . . . 10-20
Temperature A, B and C . . . . . . . . . 10-20

Emission control system warranty . . . . . . . 10-21
Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . .. 10-21
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
test (US only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-22
Event Data Recorders (EDR) . . . . . . . . ... 10-23
Owner’s Manual/Service Manual
order information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24

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Technical 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

76 L

20 gal

16-5/8 gal

ā

See “Fuel information” (P.10-4).

Engine oil

*1

Drain and refill

*1

: For additional

information, see
“Engine oil” (P.8-
6).

Two-Wheel
Drive (2WD)
model

With oil filter
change

5.3 L

5-5/8 qt

4-5/8 qt

ā

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

ā

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).

Without oil fil-
ter change

5.1 L

5-3/8 qt

4–1/2 qt

All-Wheel
Drive (AWD)
model

With oil filter
change

5.9 L

6-1/4 qt

5-1/4 qt

Without oil fil-
ter change

5.7 L

6 qt

5 qt

Engine coolant

Standard and
premium
grade

Total (with re-
servoir)

9.3 L

9-7/8 qt

8-1/8 qt

ā

Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent

Reservoir

0.5 L

1/2 qt

1/2 qt

Sport grade

Total (with re-
servoir)

10.4 L

11 qt

9-1/8 qt

Reservoir

0.5 L

1/2 qt

1/2 qt

Intercooler coolant Total (with reservoir)

3.2 L

3-3/8 qt

2-7/8 qt

Reservoir

0.4 L

3/8 qt

3/8 qt

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

—

—

—

ā

Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or equivalent

ā

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.

Differential gear
oil

Front

—

—

—

ā

Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or equivalent conventional (non-

synthetic) oil

Rear

—

—

—

ā

Genuine NISSAN HYPOID FLUID·S1 GL-5 75W-80 or equivalent

Transfer fluid

—

—

—

ā

Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF or equivalent

ā

INFINITI recommends using Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF (or equivalent) ONLY in INFINITI

transfers. Do not mix with other fluids. Using fluids that are not equivalent to Genuine NISSAN
Matic J ATF may damage the transfer. Damage caused by the use of fluids other than as
recommended is not covered under the INFINITI’s new vehicle limited warranty.

Brake fluid

Refill to the proper oil level according to

the instructions in the “8. Do-it-yourself”

section.

ā

Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

*4

or equivalent DOT 3

*4

: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI retailer.

Multi-purpose grease

—

—

—

ā

NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)

CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED
FLUIDS/LUBRICANTS

Fluid type

Capacity (approximate)

Recommended Fluids/Lubricants

Metric

Measure

US

Measure

Imperial

Measure

Air conditioning system refrigerant

—

—

—

ā

HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

For additional information, see “Vehicle identification” (P.10-11) for air conditioner specification
label.

Air conditioning system oil

—

—

—

ā

NISSAN A/C System Oil SP-A2 (PAG) or exact equivalent

Window washer fluid

—

—

—

ā

Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent

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FUEL INFORMATION

Use unleaded premium gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock
Index) number (Research octane number 96).
INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded
premium gasoline with 93 AKI number
(Research octane number 98) to obtain the
maximum vehicle performance and the best
driveability.
If unleaded premium gasoline is not avail-
able, unleaded regular gasoline with an
octane rating of at least 87 AKI number
(Research octane number 91) may be tem-
porarily used, but only under the following
precautions:

.

Have the fuel tank filled only partially

with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill
up with unleaded premium gasoline as
soon as possible.

.

Avoid full throttle driving and abrupt

acceleration.

Use unleaded premium gasoline for max-
imum vehicle performance.

CAUTION

.

Using a fuel other than that specified
could adversely affect the emission
control system, 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 a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol in your vehicle.
Your vehicle is not designed to run on
a fuel containing more than 15%
ethanol. Using a fuel containing more
than 15% ethanol in a vehicle not
specifically designed for a fuel con-
taining more than 15% ethanol 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 warranty.

.

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.

Gasoline specifications

INFINITI recommends using gasoline that
meets the World-Wide Fuel Charter
(WWFC) specifications where it is available.
Many of the automobile manufacturers
developed this specification to improve
emission system and vehicle performance.
Ask your service station manager if the
gasoline meets the World-Wide Fuel Char-
ter (WWFC) specifications.

Reformulated gasoline

Some fuel suppliers are now producing
reformulated gasolines. These gasolines are
specially designed to reduce vehicle emis-
sions. INFINITI supports efforts towards
cleaner air and suggests that you use
reformulated gasoline when available.

Gasoline containing oxygenates

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing
oxygenates such as ethanol, MTBE and
methanol with or without advertising their
presence. INFINITI does not recommend the
use of fuels of which the oxygenate content
and the fuel compatibility for your INFINITI
cannot be readily determined. If in doubt, ask

your service station manager.
If you use oxygenate-blend gasoline, please
take the following precautions as the usage
of such fuels may cause vehicle performance
problems and/or fuel system damage.

.

The fuel should be unleaded and have an

octane rating no lower than that re-
commended for unleaded gasoline.

.

If an oxygenate-blend, excepting a

methanol blend, is used, it should con-
tain no more than 15% oxygenate.

.

If a methanol blend is used, it should

contain no more than 5% methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). It should
also contain a suitable amount of ap-
propriate cosolvents and corrosion in-
hibitors. If not properly formulated with
appropriate cosolvents and corrosion
inhibitors, such methanol blends may
cause fuel system damage and/or vehi-
cle performance problems. At this time,
sufficient data is not available to ensure
that all methanol blends are suitable for
use in INFINITI vehicles.

If any undesirable driveability problems such
as engine stalling or hard hot starting are
experienced after using oxygenate-blend
fuels, immediately change to a non-oxyge-
nate fuel or a fuel with a low blend of MTBE.

Take care not to spill gasoline during
refueling. Gasoline containing oxygenates

can cause paint damage.

E-15 fuel

E-15 fuel is a mixture of approximately 15%
fuel ethanol and 85% unleaded gasoline. E-
15 can only be used in vehicles designed to
run on E-15 fuel. U.S. government regula-
tions require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps
to be identified with small, square, orange
and black label with the common abbrevia-
tion or the appropriate percentage for that
region.

E-85 fuel

E-85 fuel is a mixture of approximately 85%
fuel ethanol and 15% unleaded gasoline. E-
85 can only be used in a Flexible Fuel Vehicle
(FFV). Do not use E-85 fuel in your vehicle.
U.S. government regulations require fuel
ethanol dispensing pumps to be identified
by a small, square, orange and black label
with the common abbreviation or the appro-
priate percentage for that region.

Fuel containing MMT

MMT, or methylcyclopentadienyl manga-
nese tricarbonyl, is an octane boosting
additive. INFINITI does not recommend the
use of fuel containing MMT. Such fuel may
adversely affect vehicle performance, in-
cluding the emissions control system. Note
that while some fuel pumps label MMT

content, not all do, so you may have to
consult your gasoline retailer for more de-
tails.

Aftermarket fuel additives

INFINITI does not recommend the use of any
aftermarket fuel additives (Example: fuel
injector cleaner, octane booster, intake valve
deposit removers, etc.) which are sold com-
mercially. Many of these additives intended
for gum, varnish or deposit removal may
contain active solvent or similar ingredients
that can be harmful to the fuel system and
engine.

Octane rating tips

Using unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating lower than recommended above can
cause persistent, heavy spark knock. (Spark
knock is a metallic rapping noise.) If severe,
this can lead to engine damage. If you
detect a persistent heavy spark knock even
when using gasoline of the stated octane
rating, or if you hear steady spark knock
while holding a steady speed on level roads,
it is recommended you have an INFINITI
retailer correct the condition. Failure to
correct the condition is misuse of the
vehicle, for which INFINITI is not respon-
sible.

Incorrect ignition timing will result in knock-
ing, after-run or overheating. This in turn

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may cause excessive fuel consumption or
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) certification

or 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.

Oil viscosity:

The engine oil viscosity or thickness changes
with temperature. Because of this, it is
important that the engine oil viscosity be
selected based on the temperatures at which
the vehicle will be operated before the next
oil change. Choosing an oil viscosity other
than that recommended could cause serious
engine damage.

Selecting the correct oil filter:

Your new vehicle is equipped with a high-
quality genuine NISSAN oil filter. When
replacing, use the genuine oil filter or its
equivalent for the reason described in
change intervals.

Change intervals:

The oil and oil filter change intervals for your
engine are based on the use of the specified
quality oils and filters. Oil and filter other
than the specified quality, or oil and filter
change intervals longer than recommended
could reduce engine life. Damage to engines
caused by improper maintenance or use of
incorrect oil and filter quality and/or vis-
cosity is not covered by the new INFINITI
vehicle limited warranties.
Your engine was filled with a high quality
engine oil when it was built. You do not have
to change the oil before the first recom-
mended change interval. Oil and filter

change intervals depend upon how you use
your vehicle.

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM RE-
FRIGERANT AND OIL RECOM-
MENDATIONS

The air conditioner system in your INFINITI
vehicle must be charged with the refriger-
ant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) and NISSAN
A/C System Oil SP-A2 (PAG) or the exact
equivalents.

CAUTION

The use of any other refrigerant or oil
will cause severe damage to the air
conditioning system and will require the
replacement of all air conditioner system
components.

The refrigerant HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) in
your INFINITI vehicle does not harm the
earth’s ozone layer. Although this refrigerant
does not affect the earth’s atmosphere,
certain government regulations require the
recovery and recycling of any refrigerant
during automotive air conditioner system
service. Air conditioner system should only
be serviced by trained and certified techni-
cians to ensure proper and safe operation

(SAE J2845). An INFINITI retailer has the
trained technicians and equipment needed
to recover and recycle your air conditioner
s y s t e m r e f r i g e r a n t . O n l y n e w a n d
SAEJ2842 certified evaporator(s) shall be
used as replacement parts.
A damaged or leaking air conditioning
evaporator shall never be repaired or re-
placed with one removed from a used or
salvaged vehicle. To replace a damaged or
leaking evaporator, use only new and SAE
J2842 certified evaporator(s). It is recom-
mended that you visit an INFINITI retailer
when servicing your air conditioner system.

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ENGINE

Model

VR30DDTT

Type

Gasoline, 4-cycle

Cylinder arrangement

6-cylinder, V-slanted at 60°

Bore × Stroke

in (mm)

3.386× 3.386
(86.0 × 86.0)

Displacement

cu in (cm

3

)

182.88 (2,997)

Firing order

1-2-3-4-5-6

Idle speed

rpm

No adjustment is necessary.

Ignition timing
(B.T.D.C.)

degree/rpm

Spark plug

DILKAR8K8G

Spark plug gap (Normal)

in (mm)

0.031 (0.8)

Camshaft operation

Timing chain

This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.

STI0425

SPECIFICATIONS

WHEELS AND TIRES

Road wheel

Type

Size

Offset in (mm)

Conventional

19 × 9J

1.57 (40)

20 × 9J

1.57 (40)

20 × 9.5J

1.85 (47)

Tire

Type

Size

Pressure PSI (kPa) [Cold]

Conventional

P255/40RF19 96V

35 (240)

P255/35R20 97V XL

38 (260)

Front: 255/35R20 97Y XL

41 (280)

Rear: 275/30R20 97Y XL

38 (260)

Depending on the models, the emergency tire puncture repair kit is supplied.

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DIMENSIONS

in (mm)

Overall length

184.4 (4,685)

Overall width

72.8 (1,850)

Overall height

54.9 (1,395)
54.5 (1,385)*1

Front tread

61.2 (1,555)

Rear tread

61.8 (1,570)*2
62.4 (1,585)*3

Wheelbase

112.2 (2,850)

*1: Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
*2: 275/30R20 rear tire models
*3: 255/35R20 or 255/40RF19 tire models

If you plan to travel in another country,

you

should first find out if the fuel available is
suitable for your vehicle’s engine.
Using fuel with too low an octane rating may
cause engine damage. All gasoline vehicles
must be operated with unleaded gasoline.
Therefore, avoid taking your vehicle to areas
where appropriate fuel is not available.

When transferring the registration of your
vehicle to another country, state, province
or district,

it may be necessary to modify the

vehicle to meet local laws and regulations.
The laws and regulations for motor vehicle
emission control and safety standards vary
according to the country, state, province or
district; therefore, vehicle specifications may
differ.

When any vehicle is to be taken into
another country, state, province or district
and registered, its modifications, transpor-
tation, and registration are the responsi-
bility of the user. INFINITI is not responsible
for any inconvenience that may result.

STI0716

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM-
BER (VIN) PLATE

The vehicle identification number plate is
attached as shown. This number is the
identification for your vehicle and is used in
the vehicle registration.

STI0717

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM-
BER (chassis number)

The number is stamped as shown in the
engine compartment.

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WHEN TRAVELING OR REGISTERING
IN ANOTHER COUNTRY

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION

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STI0509

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

The number is stamped on the engine as
shown.

STI0707

F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. CERTIFICA-
TION LABEL

The Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S.) certifica-
tion label is affixed as shown. This label
contains valuable vehicle information, such
as: Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR),
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), month
and year of manufacture, Vehicle Identifica-
tion Number (VIN), etc. Review it carefully.

STI0719

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMA-
TION LABEL

The emission control information label is
attached as shown.

JVT0456X

TIRE AND LOADING INFORMA-
TION LABEL

The cold tire pressure is shown on the Tire
and Loading Information label affixed to the
pillar as illustrated.

STI0721

AIR CONDITIONER SPECIFICA-
TION LABEL

The air conditioner specification label is
attached as shown.

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Air conditioner specification label symbols:

Symbol Name

Reference

Graphic

Caution

ISO 7000 0434

Air Conditioning System (MAC) ISO 2575 D01

MAC System Lubricant Type
(PAG–POE)

Requires Registered Technician
to Service MAC System

Flammable Refrigerant

JVT0450X

Use the following steps to mount the license
plate.
Only use the recommended mounting posi-
tion, otherwise the radar sensor (Intelligent
Cruise Control (ICC) system) (if so equipped)
obstruction may result.
Before mounting the license plate, confirm
that the following parts are enclosed in the
plastic bag.

.

License plate bracket

.

J-nut × 2

.

Screw × 2

1. Park the vehicle on flat, level ground.
2. Locate the two dimples

in the front

grille.

3. Insert J-nuts

into the license plate

bracket.

4. Insert the bosses of the license plate

bracket into the front grille, aligning the
holes

with the location marks (two

dimples)

.

5. Install the license plate bracket with the

screws

provided.

6. Install the license plate with bolts that

are no longer than 0.55 in (14 mm).

JVT0455X

Left side

This vehicle is equipped with air deflectors in
front of the front wheels. The deflectors will
change the air flow to help improve aero-
dynamic performance.
When transporting your vehicle on a trailer,
the air deflectors may interfere with a steep
slope to a trailer bed. In this case, remove the
deflectors from the vehicle.
1. Loosen four screws as shown and re-

move the left-side air deflector

.

2. Tighten the removed screw

in its

original position.

Tightening torque:

4 to 6 ft-lb
(5.6 to 8.4 N·m)

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INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE

REMOVING AIR DEFLECTORS

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3. Perform the same procedure to remove

the right-side air deflector.

4. Store the two air deflectors and six

screws to reinstall in the reverse order.

5. When reinstalling, make sure all eight

screws are firmly tightened on both air
deflectors.

Tightening torque:

4 to 6 ft-lb
(5.6 to 8.4 N·m)

WARNING

.

It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside the
vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or
killed.

.

Do not allow people to ride in
any area of vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat
belts.

.

Be sure everyone in your vehicle
is in a seat and using a seat belt
properly.

TERMS

It is important to familiarize yourself
with the following terms before load-
ing your vehicle:

.

Curb Weight (actual weight of

your vehicle) - vehicle weight in-
cluding: standard and optional
equipment, fluids, emergency
tools, and spare tire assembly. This
weight

does not

include passen-

gers and cargo.

.

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) -

curb weight plus the combined
weight of passengers and cargo.

.

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ing) - maximum total combined
weight of the unloaded vehicle,
passengers, luggage, hitch, trailer
tongue load and any other op-
tional equipment. This information
is located on the F.M.V.S.S./C.M.
V.S.S. label.

.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

- maximum weight (load) limit
specified for the front or rear axle.
This information is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.

.

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight

Rating) - The maximum total
weight rating of the vehicle, pas-
sengers, cargo, and trailer.

.

Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load

limit, Total load capacity - max-
imum total weight limit specified
of the load (passengers and cargo)
for the vehicle. This is the max-
imum combined weight of occu-

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