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.
2004 Infiniti FX45FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.21 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.88 QTS. | 10.29 L | NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic J | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | For hot climates, SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures always above 32Deg.F (0Deg.C). | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.48 QTS. | 1.4 L | API - GL-5, SAE 80W-90 | For hot climates, SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures always above 32Deg.F (0Deg.C). | S | |
| Engine Coolant | w/Reservoir tank | 10.60 QTS. | 10.03 L | 50/50 mixture of NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent and demineralized or distilled water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 7.00 QTS. | 6.62 L | API - SG/SH Energy Conserving I and II or API - SJ or SL, Energy Conserving, ILSAC GF-I, GF-II and GF-III, SAE 5W-30 | API - SAE 5W-30 is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.40 QTS. | 6.05 L | API - SG/SH Energy Conserving I and II or API - SJ or SL, Energy Conserving, ILSAC GF-I, GF-II and GF-III, SAE 5W-30 | API - SAE 5W-30 is preferred for all ambient temperatures. SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 may be used if the ambient temperature is above 0Deg.F (-18Deg.C). | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 23.75 GALS. | 89.9 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.05 QTS. | 0.99 L | NISSAN Power Steering Fluid or equivalent | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.32 QTS. | 1.24 L | NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic D | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | NISSAN Windshield Washer Concentrate Cleaner and Antifreeze or equivalent | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | 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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