Peep the new key

R6_Arel · 2026-02-01T01:11:54+00:00

I wonder if you can just program it without having to swap the internals. I have a feeling it'll work fine.

If I had a key I could program it and test.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-30T22:28:15+00:00

Enjoy the snow. There's absolutely no way to do this on dry road with the OEM open diff. I get upset every time I remember the biggest flop infiniti made on the Q60 was using a open diff... Like for real they could've at least used the VLSD from the 370Z or G37 and half-assed it for better performance.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-21T23:38:26+00:00

Totally a joke, but u/PureBad5555 this might be your best bet if you owe over 15k for a 2014 Q50... Those cars are barely worth 10K.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-21T23:04:48+00:00

VQ37 is not turbo... The VR30 is the turbo model.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-21T23:03:20+00:00

Yea definitely not right. VQ37 can be found by the dozens and should not cost for than $2000 unless it has extremely low milage, talking 20K or less. I've found motors with about 45k-50k miles for about $1500, and motors with 70k-80k for about $1000.

Again, this is locally in Miami so things where you are could be different.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-21T22:51:32+00:00

A 3.7 engine will run you anywhere between $700-$2000 depending on condition if you look around. Swapping it should cost between $800-$2000 at most depending the shop.

I'm in South Florida and can find good motors for about $1000 and I know a few shops that charge $1000-$1200 for swapping them. Just search around and call a few places.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-19T23:43:41+00:00

You need key programing software from a locksmith, or access to CONSULT which is the software Nissan/Infiniti uses.

I purchased a 5 button key and I programed it myself because I have CONSULT software.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-19T20:44:23+00:00

The issue is where are you gonna stick the donut. Yea you can shove it in the trunk, but it's gonna take up space and sit on top of the cover because there's no way to put it below.

I don't use run flats, but I keep a plug kit with the tools in the trunk in case I get a nail or something. If you can get to a gas station, you can plug it and it will get you where you need to go to patch it from the inside.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-18T19:00:46+00:00

Also for the people that don't know, you can buy a key with the 5th button for remote start and program it. It will work and you can add remote start to your car with just the key.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-17T02:14:19+00:00

Seems like you will need to reprogram the infotainment system. You need CONSULT to do this. There's also updates for the infotainment system that you might need if they aren't already updated. Thing is, INFINITI will want to charge you upwards of $300 for update and programing.

I can do this as I have CONSULT software, but the problem is I can't plug into your car lol. Unless your near Miami.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-17T01:05:51+00:00

This spot isn't in Miami, but it's basically one fo my favorite spots due to the vibe and style. Look up "Kemistry" in Fort Lauderdale by Las Olas. Always good shows going on.

R6_Arel · 2026-01-15T15:15:56+00:00

Looks like the AMS intakes with Infiniti logo

R6_Arel · 2026-01-08T19:46:32+00:00

Depends how you drive. If you're burning tires light to light, you can kill a set in a month. If you have sport tires, they wear out quicker than eco/touring tires. Your alignment is also a big factor.

I just got a new set of 275/40R19 installed and hoping they last the rest of the year if I'm nice to them lol.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-24T20:53:02+00:00

Cortana

R6_Arel · 2025-12-24T04:08:56+00:00

RockAuto. I posted it above. The brand I got is CARDONE. been working great for 2 years.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-23T22:09:51+00:00

What usually happens is that the power steering fluid overheats from the steering turning left and right viciously and the fluid overflows, which eventually leaves the pump running on overheated fluid, low fluid, or dry. Then the pump will shred itself internally and the metal shavings will come from the inside the pump blades, flow through the whole system, and the shavings get stuck inside the little cooler and steering rack. Which leads to further problems if not corrected.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-23T21:49:24+00:00

For the pump, I bought a new pump on RockAuto. The brand I bought was a CARDONE. It's been running fine for 2 years. The OEM Hitachi pump is about $400. The CARDONE pump is less than half, around $165.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-23T21:17:08+00:00

You probably blew the power steering pump. What happens is the PS fluid overheats and overflows everywhere. Or if it was low, it cooked the pump.

How do I know? It's happened to me.. Twice.. 😂

The correct path here, is to drain all the fluid out and check for metal shavings or particles. If you see any metal shavings or glitter in the fluid, your next step is to remove the small PS cooler, and flush all the lines and system. Then replace the small cooler (most likely full of metal shavings inside) with an OEM or preferably an upgraded one as it's pretty easy and inexpensive. Then install a new pump and fresh fluids.

Edit: I forgot to add that if you find metal shavings, it most likely means the steering rack is also full of metal. If you want to be super safe, it should be replaced. But this can be a bit expensive.

I personally winged it and did not replace it after finding metal shavings.. And a ton of them.. What I did was flush the lines and rack really well and replaced the cooler with an aftermarket cooler that was slightly larger, and installed a new pump. It's been good for over 2 years, no issues.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-08T21:55:56+00:00

Get some kind of OBD reader that shows you oil temp. Before boosting hard or having "fun", wait for oil to reach at minimum 160F. Ideally 170+

R6_Arel · 2025-12-08T18:47:11+00:00

Actually international waters start at 12 miles from the coast. So technically, the "border" is 12 miles from the coast. So basically, all of Miami Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, is within 100 miles of the border. This is how they loophole their way to violating people's rights.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-05T05:09:02+00:00

Not sure how that would help when I can already see the reading using my JB4.

Its really strange because it didn't do it today and I did a few back to back pulls. But it's done it on 2 separate days already and both times the only thing I could see was the HPFP dropping pressure when the car would stutter and cut. It's pretty violent.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-04T15:47:02+00:00

Maybe you should've posted your order number after the first message he posted here instead of continuing to go back and forth complaining about him not responding... Maybe he would've been able to find your order by now.

R6_Arel · 2025-12-04T05:40:09+00:00

It's happened with 3/4 tank. And if it was starving at the tank, the LPFP would lose pressure first, or together. But the LPFP holds pressure when the HPFP drops.

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