check engine INFINITI FX35 2007 Service Manual

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Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve ......
.155
REMOVAL ........................................................ .155
INSTALLATION ................................................. .155
Checking for Refrigerant Leaks ........................... .156
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Leak Detector ...................................................... .156
Dye Injection ........................................................ .156
Electrical Leak Detector ....................................... .157
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK DETECTOR ......................................................
.157
CHECKING PROCEDURE ............................... .158
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... .160
Compressor ......................................................... .160
Lubricant .............................................................. .160
Refrigerant ........................................................... .160
Engine Idling Speed ............................................. .160
Belt Tension ......................................................... .160

PRECAUTIONS ATC-13
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After connecting line, perform leak test and make sure that there is no leakage from connections.
When the refrigerant leaking point is found, disconnect that line and replace the O-ring. Then
tighten connections of seal seat to the specified torque.
Precautions for Servicing CompressorNJS000DB

Plug all openings to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.

When the compressor is removed, store it in the same way at it is when mounted on the car.

When replacing or repairing compressor, follow “Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compres-
sor” exactly. Refer to AT C - 2 7 , "
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor" .

Keep friction surfaces between clutch and pulley clean. If the surface is contaminated with lubri-
cant, wipe it off by using a clean waste cloth moistened with thinner.

After compressor service operation, turn the compressor shaft by hand more than five turns in
both directions. This will equally distribute lubricant inside the compressor. After the compressor
is installed, let the engine idle and operate the compressor for one hour.

After replacing the compressor magnet clutch, apply voltage to the new one and check for normal
operation.
Precautions for Service EquipmentNJS000DC
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for machine operation and machine maintenance. Never
introduce any refrigerant other than that specified into the machine.
ELECTRICAL LEAK DETECTOR
Be certain to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for tester operation and tester maintenance.
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LUBRICANT ATC-27
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Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in CompressorNJS000DL
The lubricant in the compressor circulates through the system with the refrigerant. Add lubricant to compres-
sor when replacing any component or after a large refrigerant leakage occurred. It is important to maintain the
specified amount.
If lubricant quantity is not maintained properly, the following malfunctions may result:

Lack of lubricant: May lead to a seized compressor.

Excessive lubricant: Inadequate cooling (thermal exchange interference)
LUBRICANT
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Adjust the lubricant quantity according to the test group shown below.
1. CHECK LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION
Can lubricant return operation be performed?

A/C system works properly.

There is no evidence of a large amount of lubricant leakage.
CAUTION:
If excessive lubricant leakage is noted, never perform the lubricant return operation.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
2. PERFORM LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION, PROCEEDING AS FOLLOWS
1. Start the engine, and set to the following conditions:
–Engine speed: Idling to 1,200 rpm
–A/C switch: ON
–Blower speed: Max. position
–Temp. control: Optional [Set so that intake air temperature is 25 to 30 °C (77 to 86 °F).]
–Intake position: Recirculation (REC)
2. Perform lubricant return operation for about 10 minutes.
3. Stop the engine.
>> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK REPLACEMENT PART
Should the compressor be replaced?
YES >> GO TO AT C - 2 9 , "LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACE-
MENT" .
NO >> GO TO AT C - 2 8 , "
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACE-
MENT EXCEPT COMPRESSOR" .
Name : NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ATC-53
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FUNCTION CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1. SET IN SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Set in self-diagnosis mode as follows. Within 10 seconds after starting engine (ignition switch is turned ON.), press OFF switch for at least 5 seconds.
NOTE:

If battery voltage drops below 12 V during diagnosis STEP-3, door motor speed becomes slower and as a
result, the system may generate an error even when operation is normal. To avoid this, start engine before
performing this diagnosis.

Former STEP-1 (LEDs and display screen are checked) does not exist in this self-diagnosis function.
>> GO TO 2.
2. STEP-2: SENSOR CIRCUITS ARE CHECKED FOR OPEN OR SHORT CIRCUIT
Does code No. 20 appear on the display?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 13.
3. CHECK TO ADVANCE SELF-DIAGNOSIS STEP-3
Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side).
Advance to self
-diagnosis STEP-3?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace A/C and AV switch. (Temperature control switch is malfunctioning.)
4. CHECK TO RETURN SELF-DIAGNOSIS STEP-2
Press temperature control (DOWN) switch (driver side).
Return to self
-diagnosis STEP-2?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Malfunctioning A/C and AV switch or unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to ATC-101, "
Self-diagno-
sis" .
5. STEP-3: MODE DOOR AND INTAKE DOOR POSITIONS ARE CHECKED
Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side).
Does code No. 30 appear on the display?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> GO TO 14.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Operational CheckNJS000E1
The purpose of the operational check is to check if the individual system operates properly.
CHECKING MEMORY FUNCTION
1. Press the temperature control (UP) switch (driver side) until 32°C (90 °F) is displayed.
2. Press OFF switch.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Press the AUTO switch.
6. Confirm that the set temperature remains at previous temperature.
7. Press OFF switch.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for ATC-102, "
Memory Function" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING BLOWER
1. Press fan (UP:+) switch. Blower should operate on low speed. The fan symbol should have one blade lit.
2. Press fan (UP:+) switch again, and continue checking blower speed and fan symbol until all speeds are checked.
3. Leave blower on max. speed.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 7 , "
Blower Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR
1. Press MODE switch and DEF switch.
2. Each position indicator should change shape.
3. Confirm that discharge air comes out according to the air distri- bution table. Refer to AT C - 3 7 , "
Discharge Air Flow" .
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 6 8 , "
Mode Door
Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual
inspection) and intake door position is at FRE when the D/F or DEF
is selected.
CHECKING INTAKE AIR
1. Press intake switch. Recirculation indicator should illuminate.
2. Press intake switch again. Fresh indicator should illuminate.
3. Listen for intake door position change. (Slight change of blower sound can be heard.)
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 4 , "
Intake Door Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual inspection) and intake door position is at FRE
when the D/F or DEF is selected.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE
1. Press temperature control (DOWN) switch (driver side) until 18 °C (60 °F) is displayed.
2. Check for cold air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 0 , "
Insufficient Cooling" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press temperature control (UP) switch (driver side) until 32 °C (90 °F) is displayed.
Conditions : Engine running at normal operating temperature
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8. CHECK REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Start the engine.
2. Check voltage of refrigerant pressure sensor. Refer to EC-132, "
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data
Monitor" (VQ35DE) or EC-796, "CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor" (VK45DE).
WITHOUT CONSULT-II
1. Start the engine.
2. Check voltage between ECM harness connector F101 terminal 70 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >>
WITH CONSULT-II: GO TO 9.

WITHOUT CONSULT-II: GO TO 10.
NG >> Refer to EC-663, "
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR" (VQ35DE) or EC-1345, "REFRIGER-
ANT PRESSURE SENSOR" (VK45DE).
9. CHECK BCM INPUT (FAN ON) SIGNAL
Check FAN ON/OFF signal. Refer to AT C - 4 0 , "
CONSULT-II Function
(BCM)" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 12.
NG >> GO TO 10.
10. CHECK CIRCUIT CONTINUITY BETWEEN BCM AND UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect BCM connector and unified meter and A/C amp. connector.
3. Check continuity between BCM harness connector M3 terminal 28 and unified meter and A/C amp. harness connector M57 ter-
minal 57.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 11.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
Terminals
Condition Voltage
(+)
( − )
ECM
connec-
tor Terminal
No.
F101 70 Ground A/C switch: ON
(Blower motor operates.) Approx. 1.0 - 4.0
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FAN SW ON : FAN ON SIG ON
FAN SW OFF : FAN ON SIG OFF
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28 – 57 : Continuity should exist.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRESSURE
Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table).
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High
High-pressure Side is Too High and Low-pressure Side is Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too high. The pressure returns to nor-
mal soon after water is
splashed on condenser. Excessive refrigerant charge
in refrigeration cycle. Reduce refrigerant until speci-
fied pressure is obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient. Insufficient condenser cooling
performance.
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1. Condenser fins are clogged.
2. Improper fan rotation of cooling fan.

Clean condenser.

Check and repair cooling fan
as necessary.

Low-pressure pipe is not
cold.

When compressor is
stopped high-pressure
value quickly drops by
approximately 196 kPa (2
kg/cm
2 , 28 psi). It then
decreases gradually there-
after. Poor heat exchange in con-
denser
(After compressor operation
stops, high-pressure
decreases too slowly.).
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Air in refrigeration cycle. Evacuate repeatedly and
recharge system.
Engine tends to overheat. Engine cooling systems mal-
function. Check and repair each engine
cooling system.

An area of the low-pres-
sure pipe is colder than
areas near the evaporator
outlet.

Low-pressure pipe is
sometimes covered with
frost.

Excessive liquid refrigerant
on low-pressure side.

Excessive refrigerant dis-
charge flow.

Expansion valve is open a
little compared with the
specification.
↓
Improper expansion valve
adjustment. Replace expansion valve.
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Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too high and
low-pressure side is too low.
Upper side of condenser and
high-pressure side are hot,
however, liquid tank is not so
hot. High-pressure tube or parts
located between compressor
and condenser are clogged or
crushed.

Check and repair or replace
malfunctioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
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Insufficient HeatingNJS000EB
SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
*1ATC-60, "Operational Check"*2ATC-71, "Air Mix Door Motor Circuit"*3AT C - 5 3 , "FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 4 to
6.
*4 ATC-53, "
FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 13. *5
ATC-64, "
LAN System Circuit"*6AT C - 7 7 , "Blower Motor Circuit"
*7 EC-209, "DTC P0117, P0118 ECT
SENSOR" (VQ35DE) or EC-880,
"DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SEN-
SOR" (VK45DE) *8
CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant"
(VQ35DE) or CO-38, "
Changing
Engine Coolant" (VK45DE) *9
CO-15, "
Checking Radiator Cap"
(VQ35DE) or CO-43, "
Checking
Radiator Cap" (VK45DE)
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Ambient Sensor CircuitNJS000EF
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Ambient Sensor
The ambient sensor is attached on the hood lock stay. It detects
ambient temperature and converts it into a resistance value which is
then input into the unified meter and A/C amp.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INPUT PROCESS
The unified meter and A/C amp. includes a processing circuit for the ambient sensor input. However, when the
temperature detected by the ambient sensor increases quickly, the processing circuit retards the unified meter
and A/C amp. function. It only allows the unified meter and A/C amp. to recognize an ambient temperature
increase of 0.33 °C (0.6 °F) per 100 seconds.
As an example, consider stopping for a few minutes after high speed driving. Although the actual ambient tem-
perature has not changed, the temperature detected by the ambient sensor will increase. This is because the
heat from the engine compartment can radiate to the front grille area, location of the ambient sensor.
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR AMBIENT SENSOR
SYMPTOM: Ambient sensor circuit is open or shorted. (21 or −21 is
indicated on unified meter and A/C amp. as a result of performing
self-diagnosis STEP-2.)
1. CHECK VOLTAGE BETWEEN AMBIENT SENSOR AND GROUND
1. Disconnect ambient sensor connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between ambient sensor harness connector E34 terminal 1 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 4.
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HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY ATC-127
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Insert piping securely until a click is heard.

After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.

When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
NOTE:

When filling radiator with coolant, refer to CO-11, "Changing Engine Coolant" (VQ35DE) or CO-38,
"Changing Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).

Recharge the refrigerant.
Heater & cooling unit assembly mounting bolt : 6.8 N·m (0.69 kg-m, 60 in-lb)
Steering member mounting nut and bolt : 12 N·m (1.2 kg-m, 9 fl-lb)
Steering column mounting nut and bolt : 16.7 N·m (1.7 kg-m, 12 fl-lb)