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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2012M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCESERVICE INTERVALSNORMAL SERVICE90000 MI OR 144000 KM
2012 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)
90000 MI or 144000 KM
2012 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)SECTION 90000 MI or 144000 KM
Inspect
Steering and Suspension
Inspect axle and suspension parts including front suspension ball joints. Inspect the steering gear and associated linkages including all ball joints. Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Fuel Supply Line
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Check fuel hoses, piping and connections for leaks, looseness, or deterioration.
Fluid - Differential
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect for signs of leakage.
Fluid - A/T
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect for signs of leakage. Except 7 speed automatic transmission. Replace (not just inspect) if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
Exhaust System
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, deterioration, and damage.
Evaporative Emissions Hose
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Check vapor lines and connections for leaks or looseness.
Drive Belt
Inspect engine drive belts initially at 60,000 miles or every 48 months, then every 15,000 miles or 12 months thereafter.
Disc Brake System
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Check brake calipers, pads and rotors for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Brake Hose/Line
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first. Check brake lines and cables for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace
Oil Filter, Engine
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Brake Fluid
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Element
Replace at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first, except on G37 Coupe & Sedan Journey models with Sport Package, G37 Sport 6MT, G37 Coupe with Performance Tire and Wheel package.
Steering and Suspension
Inspect axle and suspension parts including front suspension ball joints. Inspect the steering gear and associated linkages including all ball joints. Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Fuel Supply Line
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Check fuel hoses, piping and connections for leaks, looseness, or deterioration.
Fluid - Differential
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect for signs of leakage.
Fluid - A/T
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect for signs of leakage. Except 7 speed automatic transmission. Replace (not just inspect) if towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads.
Exhaust System
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Visually inspect exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for leaks, cracks, deterioration, and damage.
Evaporative Emissions Hose
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first. Check vapor lines and connections for leaks or looseness.
Drive Belt
Inspect engine drive belts initially at 60,000 miles or every 48 months, then every 15,000 miles or 12 months thereafter.
Disc Brake System
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first. Check brake calipers, pads and rotors for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Brake Hose/Line
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months whichever occurs first. Check brake lines and cables for wear, deterioration and fluid leaks.
Replace
Oil Filter, Engine
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first.
Cabin Air Filter / Purifier
Perform at mileage interval or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Brake Fluid
Perform at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Element
Replace at mileage interval or every 24 months, whichever comes first.
Rotate
Tires
Perform at mileage interval or every 6 months, whichever comes first, except on G37 Coupe & Sedan Journey models with Sport Package, G37 Sport 6MT, G37 Coupe with Performance Tire and Wheel package.
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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.