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.
2016 Infiniti Q50 Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Gas | 3.10 OZS. | 0.09 L | PAG SP-10 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.10 LBS. | 0.49 KG | HFC-134a (R-134a) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Gas | 9.75 QTS. | 9.22 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 | 1.38 PTS. | 0.65 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 | 2.25 PTS. | 1.06 L | API - GL-5, SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.0L Eng | w/Reservoir tank | 9.50 QTS. | 8.99 L | BASF Glysantin G48 | S | |
| Engine Oil | AWD,2.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 7.00 QTS. | 6.62 L | API - SAE 0W-30 | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. | S |
| Engine Oil | AWD,2.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.50 QTS. | 6.15 L | API - SAE 0W-30 | As an alternative to API - SAE 0W-30 OIL, SAE 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40 may be used. | S |
| Fuel Tank | Gas | 20.00 GALS. | 75.7 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | Gas | N/A | N/A | Genuine NISSAN E-PSF or equivalent | The use of power steering fluid other than Genuine NISSAN E-PSF will prevent the power steering system from operating properly. | S | |
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.13 PTS. | 1 L | Genuine NISSAN Matic J Automatic Transmission Fluid | Using transfer fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in drive ability and transfer durability, and may damage the transfer, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty. | 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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