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2008 Infiniti EX35

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 EX35.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (S5)

The 2008 Infiniti EX35 is classified as a PASSENGER CAR, utilizing a powertrain that requires 5.2 quarts of 5W-30 API SL oil and routes output through a five-speed automatic (S5) transmission to deliver EPA-estimated fuel economy of 17 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. As the earliest model in the 2008–2012 production span, this model year accumulates the highest concentration of reported issues within the series, logging 44 total owner complaints against the 2012 model’s five. Steering surfaces as the dominant concern area alongside four official recalls, establishing this inaugural year as the most heavily documented in the EX35’s reliability history.

Model year2012 2011 2010 2009 2008

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.2 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 API SLOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy17/24/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 35 · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1520865F0E. Note the factory front wiper blades is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 35 · 585 CCAOEM · verified

Tail / brake / turnSTOPOEM · verified

Tire sizeP225-60R17OEM · verified

Wheel / rim7.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	1520865F0E
Engine air filter	16546JK20A
Spark plug	22401EW61C
Front wiper blades	288901BA1A discontinued · alt 288901BA0A
Serpentine belt	11720JK20A
Thermostat	1305031U00 alt 21200JK20A
Cabin air filter	27277VX01A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic (S5)

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	17 / 24 / 19 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume	92 cu ft
Cargo volume	19 cu ft
Recommended fuel	Premium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the EX35 of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1–6.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2008 Journey

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2008	Journey 3.5L V6	6.10 sec	14.50 sec	297 hp	RWD
2008	Journey 3.5L V6	6.20 sec	14.60 sec	297 hp	AWD
2008	Journey 3.5L V6	6.70 sec	14.90 sec	297 hp	AWD
2010	Journey 3.5L V6	6.50 sec	14.90 sec	297 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.2 qt of 5W-30 API SL engine oil, 80W-90 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 3 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	10.8
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	1.4 Pints
Differential Gear Oil	80W-90 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity	3.1 Pints
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API

Engine torques

Engine Flywheel Bolts	65 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts	22 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	5 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Transfer Case Fill Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	92 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	133-136 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub	133-136 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-2-3-4-5-6
Ignition Timing	11, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance	5 degrees
Ignition Timing Reference RPM	Idle rpm

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.21 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	5.07 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	35
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	585 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test	23 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief	11-14 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature	169-174 °F
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)	51.0 psi
Engine Compression	142
Engine Oil Pressure	14 psi @ Idle, 43 psi @ 2000 rpm psi
Intake Valve Lash	0.010-0.013 in
Exhaust Valve Lash	0.011-0.015 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket	20 ft-lbs / 32 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle	98 ft-lbs / 62 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.079; Rear: 0.079 in
Rotor Max Parallel Variation	0.0006 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0014 in / 0.0022 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.102 in / 0.63 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.102 in / 0.63 in
Rotor Minimum Machining	1.024 in / 0.551 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs — tightening sequence 1 stages

Bolts 7-10

1.4 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

14-15 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-95

14–15 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

33 ft. lbs., step 2: 90

33 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 4 stages

1	77.0 ft. lbs.	77 ft. lbs
2	Loosen all bolts completely in order.
3	30.0 ft. lbs.	30 ft. lbs
4	95 degrees	95 degrees

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

5 ft. lbs., step 2: 19 ft. lbs., step 3: intake collector: 8

5 ft. lbs

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

24-28 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90-95

24–28 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 3,750 mi; spark plugs at 105,000 mi; coolant every 3,750 mi. The big-interval services (every 3,750 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 3,750 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Hydraulic System (inspect fluid level) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill)
Every 7,500 mi	Battery (inspect electrolyte level) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Steering Gear Box Assembly (inspect)
Every 15,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Air Conditioning System (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Pedal Assembly (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Drive Belt (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel System (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 105,000 mi	Spark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2008 Infiniti EX35 was the model's launch year, and the federal data shows it carries the heaviest burden of the generation: 44 complaints, 4 recalls, and 1 investigation — all peaks within the available record. By comparison, 2009 saw complaints plummet to just 8 with only 1 recall and no investigations, suggesting many of the 2008's issues were early-production teething problems that Infiniti addressed quickly. Complaints rebounded somewhat in 2011 (20 complaints, 2 recalls) before settling to a generational low in 2012 (5 complaints, 0 recalls), indicating a rough early arc followed by gradual stabilization. The 2008's top complaint areas — Steering (11 complaints), Air Bags (9), and Engine (3) — along with 5 crash complaints and 2 fire complaints, point to a first-year vehicle with meaningful safety-related concerns that the data does not root-cause specifically. As the most problematic year in this generation's arc, the 2008 EX35 is the weakest candidate for a used purchase; a buyer prioritizing reliability should look to the 2009 or 2012 model years, which show significantly cleaner federal records.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

Owner complaints

5 involved a crash · 2 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

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Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 44 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Steering11

Air Bags9

Engine3

Structure2

Unknown Or Other2

Electrical System2

Suspension,Power Train,Electrical System1

Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

15V054000Steering:ColumnReported 02/02/2015

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2008 Infiniti EX35 vehicles equipped with the power tilt/telescope option included in the premium package, manufactured June 29, 2007, to April 25… Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering shaft on the Infiniti EX35, FX35, and FX45 vehicles, and will replace the steering column assembly on the Nissan…

08V066000Air BagsReported 12/02/2008

NISSAN IS RECALLING 16,365 MY 2008 INFINITI EX35 AND MY 2009 NISSAN MURANO VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING, THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU) MAY CAUSE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG NOT TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED IF… Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ACU IN AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 88 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
ITB09-063C	2026-04-13	Structure	CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
ITB10-029C	2024-05-20	Electrical System	CAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…
ITB13-052E	2024-05-20	Electrical System	INTELLIGENT KEY NOT DETECTED / ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See…
ITB13-006D	2024-05-20	Electrical System	CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…
ITB17-009H	2024-04-29	Visibility/Wiper	WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

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Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 35 battery Vehicles taking 5.2 qt Engine oil filter 1520865F0E Engine air filter 16546JK20A Spark plug 22401EW61C Front wiper blades 288901BA1A

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2008 EX35 take?

5.2 qt of 5W-30 API SL, per the factory manual.

Does the 2008 EX35 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the EX35 get?

EPA figures are 17 city / 24 highway / 19 combined mpg.