engine coolant INFINITI FX35 2004 Owner's Guide

RADIATOR
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Removal and InstallationABS006JS
WARNING:
Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine
coolant escaping from thermostat housing.
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-168, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove engine front undercover with power tool.
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-36, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
4. Remove air duct (inlet), air cleaner case and mass air flow sensor assembly. Refer to EM-172, "
AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
5. Remove radiator hoses (upper and lower).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to drive belts.
6. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses.
1. Radiator 2. Upper mount bracket 3. Mounting rubber
4. Radiator hose (lower) 5. Radiator drain plug 6. O-ring
7. A/T fluid cooler hose 8. Radiator hose (upper) 9. Reservoir tank hose
10. Reservoir tank cap 11. Reservoir tank 12. Radiator shroud (lower)
13. Radiator shroud
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RADIATOR
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11. Lift up and remove radiator.
CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch A/C condenser and radiator core
when removing.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-36, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid.
Checking Radiator CapABS008FY
1. Pull negative-pressure valve to open it and make sure that it
closes completely when released.

Make sure that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of
radiator cap negative-pressure valve.

Make sure that there are no unusualness in the opening and
closing conditions of negative-pressure valve.
2. Check radiator cap relief pressure.

When connecting radiator cap to radiator cap tester (commer-
cial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter [SST], apply
engine coolant to the cap seal surface.

Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness in negative-
pressure valve, or if the relief pressure exceed the limit.
Checking RadiatorABS008FZ
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows:
CAUTION:

Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.

When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radi-
ator shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from
entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.
PBIC1536E
SMA967B
Standard:
78 - 98 kPa (0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:
59 kPa (0.6 kg/cm
2 , 9 psi)
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WATER PUMP
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Removal and InstallationABS006JO
CAUTION:

When removing water pump, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belt.

Water pump can not be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-36, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-241, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove following parts:

Engine front undercover

Air duct (inlet); Refer to EM-172, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt; Refer to EM-169, "DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Remove fan coupling with cooling fan, and then water pump pulley.
4. Remove water pump.

Engine coolant will leak from the cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready under vehicle.
CAUTION:

Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.

Do not disassemble water pump.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on water
pump body and vane.

Make sure there is no looseness in vane shaft, and that it turns
smoothly when rotated by hand.

If anything is found, replace water pump.
1. Water pump pulley 2. Water pump 3. Gasket
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WATER PUMP
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INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-36, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE
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Removal and InstallationABS006JP
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-36, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-241, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-168, "
ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-172, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
4. Disconnect water suction hose from water inlet.
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble thermostat.
6. Remove intake manifolds (upper and lower). Refer to EM-174, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
1. Water connector 2. O-ring 3. Rubber ring
4. Heater hose 5. Water control valve 6. Water outlet
7. Gasket 8. O-ring 9. Water outlet pipe
10. Thermostat housing 11. Radiator cap 12. Radiator hose (upper)
13. Thermostat 14. Rubber ring 15. Water inlet
16. Water suction hose 17. Water suction pipe 18. Radiator hose (lower)
19. Gasket 20. O-ring 21. Heater pipe
22. Heater hose 23. Water hose 24. Water hose
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Install thermostat with jiggle valve facing upwards. (The position
deviation may be within the range of ±10 degrees)

Install water control valve with the up-mark facing up and the
frame center part facing upwards. (The position deviation may
be within the range of ±10 degrees)
Water Outlet Pipe and Heater Pipe
First apply a neutral detergent to O-rings, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the water outlet pipe and
heater pipe into the installation holes.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-36, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitABS006JQ
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
THERMOSTAT
WATER CONTROL VALVE
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level) 10.0 (10-5/8, 8-3/4)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)
Radiator cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.6, 23)
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84°C (176 - 183°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 10 mm/ 95°C (0.39 in/ 203°F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F)
Valve opening temperature 93.5 - 96.5°C (200 - 206°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 8 mm/ 108°C (0.315 in/ 226°F)
Valve closing temperature 90°C (194°F)

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COMBINATION METERS
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WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The water temperature gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.
ECM provides a water temperature signal to unified meter and A/C amp. with CAN communication line. Uni-
fied meter and A/C amp. provides a water temperature signal to combination meter for water temperature
gauge with communication line between unified meter and A/C amp. and combination meter.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
ECM provides an engine speed signal to unified meter and A/C amp. with CAN communication line. Unified
meter and A/C amp. provides an engine speed signal to combination meter for tachometer with communica-
tion line between unified meter and A/C amp. and combination meter.
FUEL GAUGE
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the fuel tank.
The fuel gauge is regulated by a variable ground signal supplied

from unified meter and A/C amp. terminal 36

through the fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump (main) terminals 5 and 2, and

through the fuel level sensor unit (sub) terminals 2 and 1

to unified meter and A/C amp. terminal 28 for the fuel gauge.
Unified meter and A/C amp. provides an fuel level signal to combination meter for fuel gauge with communica-
tion line between unified meter and A/C amp. and combination meter.
SPEEDOMETER
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) provides a vehicle speed signal to the unified meter and A/C amp.
with CAN communication line. After unified meter and A/C amp. received the vehicle speed signal, it changes
the signal to 8 pulse signal and provides the 8 pulse signal to the combination meter for the speedometer.
Component Parts and Harness Connector LocationAKS005MI
SKIA4796E

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UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP
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UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMPPFP:27760
System DescriptionAKS005N8

For the unified meter and A/C amp., the signal required for controlling the combination meter are inte-
grated in the A/C auto amp.

Unified meter and A/C amp. controls each operation for A/C auto amp. For information regarding A/C con-
trol, refer to AT C - 3 0 , "
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL" in ATC section.

Unified meter and A/C amp. inputs necessary information for combination meter from each unit by CAN
communication and so on.

And unified meter and A/C amp. outputs these signals using communication line (TX, RX) between unified
meter and A/C amp. and combination meter.

The signals required for the distance to empty (DTE) display are centralized in the unified meter and A/C
amp., converted into data, and sent to the display unit (without NAVI) display control unit (with NAVI) using
CAN communication.

Other input signals are also sent to the ECM, TCM, AWD control unit, BCM, display unit (without NAVI)
and display control unit (with NAVI) using CAN communication.

The unified meter and A/C amp. have a CONSULT-II function (self-diagnostic results, CAN diagnostic
support monitor, data monitor).
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS
Between Unified Meter & A/C amp. and Combination Meter
Unit Input Output
Unified meter and A/C amp.

Seat belt buckle switch signal (Driver's side)

Parking brake signal

Illumination control nighttime required signal

Refuel status signal

Low-fuel warning lamp condition signal

Combination meter receive error signal

Delivery destination data signal

Combination meter specifications signal

Vehicle speed signal (8-pulse)

Engine speed signal

Engine coolant temperature signal

Fuel level sensor signal (resistance value)

Malfunction indicator lamp signal

ABS warning lamp signal

Low tire pressure warning lamp signal

Brake warning lamp signal

A/T CHECK warning lamp signal

ICC warning lamp signal

Oil pressure switch signal

Door switch signal

AWD warning lamp signal

VDC OFF indicator lamp signal

SLIP indicator lamp signal

ASCD CRUISE indicator lamp signal

ASCD SET indicator lamp signal

High beam request signal

Turn indicator signal

Snow mode switch signal

ICC system display signal

A/T position indicator signal

Manual mode indicator signal

Manual mode gear position signal

CAN communication condition signal of A/T

Position lights request signal

Buzzer output signal

UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP
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4. Touch “START”.
5. Touch “RECORD” while monitoring, then the status of the moni-
tored item can be recorded. To stop recording, touch “STOP”.
Display Item List
SKIA4957E
Display item [Unit] MAIN SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENUContents
SPEED METER [km/h] or [mph] X XThis is the angle correction value after the speed signal
from the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) is
converted into the vehicle speed.
SPEED OUTPUT [km/h] or [mph] X XThis is the angle correction value before the speed signal
from the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) is
converted into the vehicle speed.
TACHO METER [rpm] X XThis is the converted value for the engine speed signal
from the ECM.
W TEMP METER [°C] or [°F] X XThis is the converted value for the engine coolant temper-
ature signal from the ECM.
FUEL METER [lit.] X XThis is the processed value for the signal (resistance
value) from the fuel gauge.
DISTANCE [km] or [mile] X XThis is the calculated value for the speed signal from the
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), the signal
(resistance signal) from the fuel gauge and fuel consump-
tion signal from ECM.
FUEL W/L [ON/OFF] X X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of low-fuel warning lamp.
MIL [ON/OFF] XIndicates [ON/OFF] condition of malfunction indicator
lamp.
AIR PRES W/L [ON/OFF] XIndicates [ON/OFF] condition of low tire pressure warning
lamp.
SEAT BELT W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of seat belt warning lamp.
BUZZER [ON/OFF] X X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of buzzer.
DOOR W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of door warning lamp.
HI-BEAM IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of high beam indicator.
TURN IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of turn indicator.
OIL W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of oil pressure warning lamp.
VDC/TCS IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of VDC OFF indicator lamp.
ABS W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ABS warning lamp.
SLIP IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of SLIP indicator lamp.
BRAKE W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of brake warning lamp.*
KEY G W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key warning lamp (green).
KEY R W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key warning lamp (red).
KEY KNOB W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key knob warning lamp.
M RANGE SW [ON/OFF] X XIndicates [ON/OFF] condition of manual mode range
switch.
NM RANGE SW [ON/OFF] X XIndicates [ON/OFF] condition of except for manual mode
range switch.