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Model "S51-D" EDITED: 2008/ 3/ 26
ods can the Rear Active Steer system be
fully appreciated and safety assured.
FREEING A FROZEN DOOR LOCK
To prevent a door lock from freezing, apply
deicer through the key hole. If the lock
becomes frozen, heat the key before
inserting it into the key hole or use the
Intelligent Key system.
ANTIFREEZE
In the winter when it is anticipated that the
outside temperature will drop below 32
8
F
(0
8
C), check antifreeze to assure proper
winter protection. For additional informa-
tion, see
“
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
”
in the
“
8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself
”
sec-
tion.
BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the
battery fluid may freeze and damage the
battery. To maintain maximum efficiency,
the battery should be checked regularly.
For additional information, see
“
BATTERY
”
in the
“
8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself
”
section.
DRAINING OF COOLANT WATER
If the vehicle is to be left outside without
antifreeze, drain the cooling system, in-
cluding the engine block. Refill before
operating the vehicle. For details, see
“
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
”
in the
“
8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
”
section.
TIRE EQUIPMENT
SUMMER tires have a tread designed to
provide superior performance on dry pave-
ment. However, the performance of these
tires will be substantially reduced in snowy
and icy conditions. If you operate your
vehicle on snowy or icy roads, INFINITI
recommends the use of MUD & SNOW or
ALL SEASON tires on all four wheels.
Consult an INFINITI dealer for the tire type,
size, speed rating and availability informa-
tion.
For additional traction on icy roads,
studded tires may be used. However, some
U.S. states and Canadian provinces prohi-
bit their use. Check local, state and
provincial laws before installing studded
tires.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded
snow tires, on wet or dry surfaces, may be
poorer than that of non-studded snow
tires.
Tire chains may be used. For details, see
“
TIRE CHAINS
”
in the
“
8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself
”
section of this manual.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving
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