Owner`s manual

EXPLANATION OF MAINTE-
NANCE ITEMS
Additional information on the following
items with * is found in the “8. Do-it-
yourself” section.
Outside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
performed from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Tires* Check the pressure with a gauge at
least once a month and always prior to long
distance trips, including the spare, and adjust
to the specified pressure if necessary. Check
carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Wheel nuts* When checking the tires, make
sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary.
Tire rotation* Tires should be rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km). However, the timing
for tire rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface conditions.
Wheel alignment and balance If the ve-
hicle pulls to either side while driving on a
straight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for
wheel alignment.
If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal
highway speeds, wheel balancing may be
needed. For additional information regarding
tires, refer to “Important Tire Safety Informa-
tion” in the Infiniti Warranty Information book-
let (US).
Windshield Clean the windshield on a regu-
lar basis. Check the windshield at least every
six months for cracks or other damage. Have
a damaged windshield repaired by a qualified
repair facility.
Windshield wiper blades* Check for
cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
DoorsandenginehoodCheckthatalldoors
and the engine hood, operate properly. Also
ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate
hingesandlatches ifnecessary. Makesure that
the secondarylatch keepsthehoodfromopen-
ing when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other
corrosive materials, check lubrication fre-
quently.
Inside the vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on a regular basis, such as when
performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc.
Lights* Clean the headlights on a regular ba-
sis. Make sure that the headlights, stop lights,
tail lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all operating properly and installed se-
curely. Also check headlight aim.
Warning lights and chime Make sure that
all warning lights and chime are operating
properly.
MAINTENANCE
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