I recently purchased a used 2004 G35 Coupe with 60,000 miles. I have seen the list of services that should have been done as indicated on the maintenance schedule, but I have no idea if these have been done for my car. What do you guys consider "essential" for my mileage? How much will these services run me? And lastly, any recommendations on where to have it done (Chicago area)?

Thanks!

 

start with transmission fluids, and other fluids too!. check brakes. in case put the computer in ur car to see if it trows any codes..also oil change.

 

oil and filter
tranny fluid (check color and condition first)
diff fluid (check color and condition first)
Air filter
Check drive belts - probably need to be replaced at this age/mileage
Engine coolant - (check color and condition first) need to replace the coolant if it hasn't been done
Cabin filter

also have suspension bushings checked for wear, especially the fornt compression rods
shocks might need to be replaced if ride is rough

 

Agree. I would also replace the plugs. This would give you the opportunity to check for the oil in the plug tube problem indicating a valve cover leak. There is a TSB for this problem on 1st gen g35 coupes.

My 04 g35 coupe just hit 60k. I plan to do most of the service myself. Have replaced rotors and brake pads, changed oil, air filter, in cabin air filter, transmission fluid replaced. Still need to do plugs/belts/differential.

 

You must have an independent shop in your area that's done work for you before, hopefully they're knowledgeable enough to work on Infiniti's. With zero history have them check all fluids, belts and filters. It's more important about quality of the fluids rather than there level, dark fluids need to be replaced. Brakes on the '04s have been a problem but can be solved by using aftermarket pads like Hawk HPS. Have them check your suspension, if the tires show irregular wear you may need an alignment. When you do an oil change it's a good idea to use synthetic oil like Mobil 1 5W/30 which will extend the life of you motor. Any parts you might need are available from our sponsors like Riverside Infiniti, they give us a major discount compared to other dealerships. 800-913-3130 ask for Tony in parts....Good Luck and enjoy your new ride! Don't go to dealerships for service, especially Infiniti!
Gary

 

^Guess that means don't take ur G to Riverside Infiniti neither!

 

Though Infiniti dealer service prices are certainly higher, one thing to consider is that you get a loaner car when you bring in for service. For some, that can be a big deal.

Also, WRT to swapping out for Hawk HPS brake pads, I wouldn't recommend that in the Chicagoland area. Cold stops will be horrendous for 9 months out of the year. For SoCal, it's one thing where your brake temps will be higher to begin with, but in the upper Midwest, it will translate to poor braking.

 

I would be extremley careful with the transmission fluid. If you are not sure if the fluid had ever been changed before, by changing it now you are at risk of playing havoc with your transmissions performance. If it was serviced before, you should be ok. Sometimes any varnish that builds up in the transmission is what is holding things together, and after the fluid change, slippage becomes evident.

 

??? Did u just indirectly say to never change ur tranny fluid cuz the buildup is good and thas what's holding the tranny together?!

 

Thank you for all the good information. When I picked up the car the dealership changed the pads and rotors (I heard a little squeaking when I test drove) so my brakes feel fine. I will definitely get the filters and fluids checked out as suggested. I'm a little confused about the last comment regarding the trans fluid though...can someone please clarify further?

 

What he's referring to is that if the trans fluid hasn't been changed in 60K miles with the varnish build up it may not function correctly if you swap out the old fluid. I've heard this rumor before, if it were mine I'd definitely change the fluid!
Gary

 

^^ +1

My 05 had some slight slippage (around 60K miles too) and the dealership told me that I should flush the fluid but that it would either make it better or worse. They bursted their pressure hose because of the build up. Eventually they were able to flush the fuild and build up out. Now the slippage is much much worse. Have to go back.... :-(