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.
2011 Infiniti M56 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Driving Pattern B
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Infiniti M37. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Driving pattern B means a trip satisfying the following conditions.
- Engine speed reaches 400 RPM or more.
- Water temperature reaches 70°C (158°F) ore more.
- Vehicle speed of 70 - 120 km/h (44 - 75 MPH) is maintained for 60 seconds or more under the control of closed loop.
- Vehicle speed of 30 - 60 km/h (19 - 37 MPH) is maintained for 10 seconds or more under the control of closed loop.
- Under the closed loop control condition, the following state reaches 12 seconds or more in total: Vehicle speed of 4 km/h (2 MPH) or less with idling condition.
- The state of driving at 10 km/h (7 MPH) or more reaches 10 minutes or more in total.
- A lapse of 22 minutes or more after engine start.CAUTION: Always drive at a safe speed.
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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.