Infiniti QX: Special winter equipment - Cold weather driving - Starting and driving - Infiniti QX Owner's ManualInfiniti QX: Special winter equipment

It is recommended that the following items be carried in the vehicle during winter:
► A scraper and stiff-bristled brush to remove ice and snow from the windows and wiper blades.
► A sturdy, flat board to be placed under the jack to give it firm support.
► A shovel to dig the vehicle out of snowdrifts.
► Extra window washer fluid to refill the reservoir tank.

    Tire equipment
    SUMMER tires have a tread designed to provide superior performance on dry pavement. However, the performance of these tires will be substantially reduced in snowy and icy conditions. If you op ...

    Driving on snow or ice
    WARNING ► Wet ice (328F, 08C and freezing rain), very cold snow or ice can be slick and very hard to drive on. The vehicle will have much less traction or “grip” under these condi ...

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    Tread wear
    The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified U.S. government course. For example, a tire graded 150 would ...

    When to Check Lubricant
    It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle ...

    Engine block heater (if so equipped)
    Engine block heaters are used to assist in cold temperature starting. The engine block heater should be used when the outside temperature is 208F (−78C) or lower. To use the engine bloc ...