Owner`s manual

Automatic transmission fluid level*
Check the level after putting the selector lever
in ‘‘P’’ with the engine idling.
Exhaust system Make sure there are no
loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound
of the exhaust seems unusual or there is a
smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate
the trouble and correct it. (See the carbon
monoxide warning in the ‘‘Starting and
driving’’ section.)
Underbody The underbody is frequently ex-
posed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very
important to remove these substances, other-
wise rust will form on the floor pan, frame,
fuel lines and around the exhaust system. At
the end of winter, the underbody should be
thoroughly flushed with plain water, being
careful to clean those areas where mud and
dirt may accumulate. See the ‘‘Appearance and
care’’ section for additional information.
Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel,
oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping
from the air conditioner after use is normal. If
you should notice any leaks or if gasoline
fumes are evident, check for the cause and
have it corrected immediately.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
To ensure smooth, trouble-free, safe and
economical driving, INFINITI provides two
different maintenance schedules that may be
used, depending upon the conditions in which
you usually drive. These schedules contain
both distance and time intervals, up to 60,000
miles (96,000 km)/48 months. For most
people, the odometer reading will indicate
when service is needed. However, if you drive
very little, your vehicle should be serviced at
the regular time intervals shown in the sched-
ule. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or
48 months, continue periodic mainte-
nance at the same mileage/time inter-
vals.
SCHEDULE 1
Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if
your driving habits frequently include one or
more of the following driving conditions:
O Repeated short trips of less than 5
miles (8 km).
O Repeated short trips of less than 10
miles (16 km) with outside tempera-
tures remaining below freezing.
O Operating in hot weather in stop-
and-go ‘‘rush hour’’ traffic.
O Extensive idling and/or low speed
driving for long distances, such as
police, taxi or door-to-door delivery
use.
O Driving in dusty conditions.
MAINTENANCE
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