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.
2012 Infiniti M37 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
A/T Fluid: Changing
Recommended fluid and fluid capacity: Refer to "GENERAL SPECIFICATIONΒ ".
CAUTION:
- Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF. Never mix with other ATF.
- Using ATF other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and A/T durability, and may damage the A/T, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
- When filling ATF, be careful not to scatter heat generating parts such as exhaust.
- Step 1
- Install the O-ring (315268E000) (A) to the charging pipe (310811EA5A) (B).
- Step 2
- Use CONSULT to check that the ATF temperature is 40Β°C (104Β°F) or less.
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Remove the drain plug from the oil pan, and then drain the ATF.
- When the ATF starts to drip, temporarily tighten the drain plug to the oil pan.NOTE: Never replace drain plug and drain plug gasket with new ones yet.
- Remove overflow plug from oil pan.
- Install the charging pipe (A) to the overflow plug hole.CAUTION: Tighten the charging pipe by hand.
- Install the bucket pump hose (B) to the charging pipe.CAUTION: Insert the bucket pump hose all the way to the end of the charging pipe.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
