Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Infiniti Q45 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.75 OZS. | 0.19 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | N/A | N/A | R-134a | For further details see "Air conditioner specification label". | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 11.20 QTS. | 10.59 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON III | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 1.25 QTS. | 1.18 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 4.1L Eng | 12.40 QTS. | 11.73 L | Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze Coolant | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 4.1L Eng | w/Filter | 5.60 QTS. | 5.29 L | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.1L Eng | w/o Filter | 5.10 QTS. | 4.82 L | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below 0Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 0Deg.F) | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 4.1L Eng | 21.10 GALS. | 79.87 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON IIE or DEXRON III | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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