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.
2009 Infiniti QX56 AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 10.00 OZS. | 0.29 L | PAG 150 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.38 LBS. | 1.07 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 11.25 QTS. | 10.64 L | NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic S | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.70 QTS. | 1.6 L | NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 , SAE 80W-90 or API - GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 | For hot climates, SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures always above 32Deg.F (0Deg.C). | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear | 1.85 QTS. | 1.75 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | w/Reservoir tank | 15.25 QTS. | 14.43 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 | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.50 QTS. | 6.15 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Overhaul | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 28.00 GALS. | 105.99 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.06 QTS. | 1 L | NISSAN Power Steering Fluid or equivalent | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 3.17 QTS. | 2.99 L | NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic D | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 4.75 QTS. | 4.49 L | 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.