ITB19-028

Classification:
Reference:
Date:
EM19-009
ITB19-028
September 25, 2019
Q50 AND Q60 WITH VR30DDTT (V6) ENGINE;
ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG SERVICE INFORMATION
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2016-2020 Q50 (V37)
2017-2020 Q60 (CV37)
APPLIED ENGINE: VR30DDTT (V6)
SERVICE INFORMATION
Whenever installing an engine oil drain plug on an APPLIED VEHICLE with a VR30DDTT (V6) engine, NEVER
tighten the drain plug greater than its specified torque. Over-tightening may loosen the threaded insert in the oil
pan (lower), causing an oil leak. ALWAYS replace the drain plug gasket after removing the drain plug, and then
tighten the drain plug to the specified torque.

VR30DDTT (V6) engine oil drain plug torque (with new gasket):
 2WD and AWD: 33.5 N•m (3.4 kg-m, 25 ft-lbs)

Avoid contact with the engine oil as it may be hot and cause burns.

Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with used engine oil as it may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid
direct skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash with a suitable hand cleaner or
soap as soon as possible.
AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE
REFERENCE
September 25, 2019
ITB19-028
DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published
Infiniti Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained
individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that
a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Infiniti retailer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.
1/1