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 QX56 RWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 7.00 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.32 LBS. | 1.05 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.63 QTS. | 10.05 L | NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid Matic S | Using Fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission. The capacity is a reference quantity. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 0.82 QTS. | 0.77 L | Genuine NISSAN Hypoid Differential Oil Hypoid Super GL-5 80W-90 or 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 | 1.88 QTS. | 1.77 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | w/Reservoir tank | 15.75 QTS. | 14.9 L | Pre-diluted Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (blue) or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 6.88 QTS. | 6.51 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.50 QTS. | 6.15 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Dry engine | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | API - SAE 5W-30 | INFINITI recommends Genuine NISSAN Ester Engine Oil. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 26.00 GALS. | 98.42 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.13 QTS. | 1.06 L | Genuine NISSAN Power Steering Fluid or equivalent | DEXRON VI type ATF may also be used. | S | ||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.57 QTS. | 1.48 L | Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for ATX90A transfer | Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid will damage the transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty. See an INFINITI retailer for recommended transfer fluid. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Genuine 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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