timing belt INFINITI FX35 2007 Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART FX35/FX45
QUICK REFERENCE CHART FX35/FX45PFP:00000
ENGINE TUNE-UP DATA (VQ35DE)ELS0003W
Engine modelVQ35DE
Firing order1-2-3-4-5-6
Idle speed
A/T (In “P” or “N” position)rpm
650 ± 50
Ignition timing (BTDC at idle speed)
A/T (In “P” or “N” position)15° ± 5°
Drive BeltDeflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New beltUsed belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment Limit After adjustment
Alternator and power
steering oil pump belt7 (0.28)4 - 5
(0.16 - 0.20)3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177)294 (30, 66)730 - 818
(74.5 - 83.5,
164 - 184)838 - 926
(85.5 - 94.5,
188 - 208)
A/C compresor belt 12 (0.47)9 - 10
(0.35 - 0.39)8 - 9
(0.31 - 0.35)196 (20, 44)348 - 436
(35.5 - 44.5,
78 - 98)470 - 559
(47.9 - 57.0,
106 - 126)
Applied pushing force 98N (10kg, 22lb) —
Radiator cap relief pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
Standard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Cooling system leakage testing pres-
surekPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)157 (1.6, 23)
Compression pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)/rpm
Standard 1,275 (13.0, 185) /300
Minimum 981 (10.0, 142) /300
Spark plug Standard type PLFR5A-11
Hot type PLFR4A-11
Cold type PLFR6A-11
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ENGINE TUNE-UP DATA (VK45DE)
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen* )
ELS0003X
* : Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.Engine modelVK45DE
Firing order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Idle speed
A/T (In “P” or “N” position) rpm650 ± 50
Ignition timing
(BTDC at idle speed)12° ± 5°
Tensions of drive belts Auto adjustment by auto tensioner
Radiater cap relief pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
78 - 98 (0.8-1.0 , 11-14) Standard
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Cooling system leakage testing pressure
157 (1.6, 23)
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
Compression pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)/rpm
1,320 (13.5, 191) /300 Standard
Minimum 1,130 (11.5, 164) /300
Spark plug Standard type PLFR5A-11
Hot type PLFR4A-11
Cold type PLFR6A-11
Camber Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum –1° 29′ (–1.48°)
Nominal –0° 44′ (–0.73°)
Maximum 0° 01′ (0.02°)
Left and right difference 45′ (0.75°) or less
Caster Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 3° 02′ (3.03°)
Nominal 3° 47′ (3.78°)
Maximum 4° 32′ (4.53°)
Left and right difference 45′ (0.75°) or less
Kingpin inclination Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 12° 20′ (12.33°)
Nominal 13° 05′ (13.08°)
Maximum 13° 50′ (13.83°)
Total toe-in Distance Minimum 0.6 mm (0.024 in)
Nominal 1.6 mm (0.063 in)
Maximum 2.6 mm (0.102 in)
Angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0° 01′ (0.02°)
Nominal 0° 04′ (0.06°)
Maximum 0° 06′ (0.10°)
Wheel turning angle (Full turn) Inside Minimum 32° 00 (32.0°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal 35° 00 (35.0°)
Maximum 36° 00 (36.0°)
Outside
Nominal 30° 00 (30.0°)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
CompressorNJS000FI
LubricantNJS000FJ
RefrigerantNJS000FK
Engine Idling SpeedNJS000FL
Refer to EC-675, "Idle Speed and Ignition Timing" (VQ35DE) or EC-1366, "Idle Speed and Ignition Timing"
(VK45DE).
Belt TensionNJS000FM
Refer to EM-15, "DRIVE BELTS" (VQ35DE) or EM-174, "DRIVE BELTS" (VK45DE).
Model Calsonic Kansei make CWV-618
Ty p e V-6 variable displacement
Displacement
cm
3 (cu in)/rev Max. 184 (11.228)
Min. 14.5 (0.885)
Cylinder bore × stroke
mm (in) 37 (1.46)
× [2.3 - 28.6 (0.091 - 1.126)]
Direction of rotation Clockwise (viewed from drive end)
Drive belt Poly V
ModelCalsonic Kansei make CWV-618
Name Nissan A/C System Oil Type S (DH-PS)
Capacity
m (US fl oz, lmp fl oz) Total in system 180 (6.0, 6.3)
Compressor (Service part) charg-
ing amount 180 (6.0, 6.3)
Ty p e
HFC-134a (R-134a)
Capacity
kg (lb) 0.55 (1.21)

CO-22
[VQ35DE]
WATER PUMP
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
WATE R P U M PPFP:21020
ComponentsNBS003K5
Removal and InstallationNBS003K6
CAUTION:

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

Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using the radi-
ator cap tester (commercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301
(J33984-A)].
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-15, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
4. Remove air duct (inlet), power duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-17, "
AIR CLEANER AND
AIR DUCT" .
5. Remove water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block to drain engine coolant from engine inside.
6. Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover from front timing chain case.

U s e t h e s e a l c u t t e r [ S S T: K V 1 0 1111 0 0 ( J 3 7 2 2 8 ) ] t o c u t l i q u i d g a s k e t f o r r e m o v a l .
1. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 2. Chain tensioner cover 3. Water pump cover
4. Water pump 5. O-rings 6. Water drain plug (front)
SBIA0482E
PBIC2662E

EC-1
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
B ENGINE
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
VQ35DE
INDEX FOR DTC ...................................................... 15
DTC No. Index .................................................... ... 15
Alphabetical Index ............................................... ... 19
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ... 23
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ... 23
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ... 23
On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System of Engine and
A/T ....................................................................... ... 23
Precaution ........................................................... ... 24
PREPARATION ...................................................... ... 27
Special Service Tools .......................................... ... 27
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ... 28
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ............................... ... 29
System Diagram .................................................. ... 29
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System ................. ... 30
Electronic Ignition (EI) System ............................ ... 32
Fuel Cut Control (at No Load and High Engine
Speed) ................................................................. ... 33
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL .................. ... 34
Input/Output Signal Chart .................................... ... 34
System Description ............................................. ... 34
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD) ... 35
System Description ............................................. ... 35
Component Description ....................................... ... 36
CAN COMMUNICATION ....................................... ... 37
System Description ............................................. ... 37
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM .................... ... 38
Description .......................................................... ... 38
Component Inspection ........................................ ... 41
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 42
How to Detect Fuel Vapor Leakage .................... ... 42
ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY
(ORVR) ................................................................... ... 45
System Description ............................................. ... 45
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... ... 46
Component Inspection ........................................ ... 48 POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION ..............
... 50
Description ........................................................... ... 50
Component Inspection ......................................... ... 50
IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-
NATS) ..................................................................... ... 52
Description ........................................................... ... 52
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ......... ... 53
Introduction .......................................................... ... 53
Two Trip Detection Logic ..................................... ... 53
Emission-Related Diagnostic Information ............ ... 54
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................ ... 67
OBD System Operation Chart ............................. ... 71
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDURE ............................ ... 76
Basic Inspection .................................................. ... 76
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check ................. ... 81
Procedure After Replacing ECM ......................... ... 82
VIN Registration .................................................. ... 82
Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning ... ... 83
Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning .............. ... 83
Idle Air Volume Learning ..................................... ... 83
Fuel Pressure Check ........................................... ... 85
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................... ... 87
Trouble Diagnosis Introduction ............................ ... 87
DTC Inspection Priority Chart .............................. ... 93
Fail-Safe Chart .................................................... ... 95
Symptom Matrix Chart ......................................... ... 96
Engine Control Component Parts Location ......... .100
Vacuum Hose Drawing ........................................ .106
Circuit Diagram .................................................... .107
ECM Harness Connector Terminal Layout .......... .109
ECM Terminals and Reference Value .................. .109
CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE) ......................... .118
Generic Scan Tool (GST) Function ...................... .129
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor .... .132
Major Sensor Reference Graph in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... .134
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE .137
Description ........................................................... .137
Testing Condition ................................................. .137

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Wiring Diagram ...................................................
. 585
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 586
Component Inspection ........................................ . 589
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 589
DTC P2135 TP SENSOR ....................................... . 590
Component Description ....................................... . 590
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 590
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 590
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 591
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 592
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 593
Component Inspection ........................................ . 596
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 596
DTC P2138 APP SENSOR .................................... . 597
Component Description ....................................... . 597
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 597
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 597
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 598
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 599
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 600
Component Inspection ........................................ . 604
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 604
DTC P2A00, P2A03 A/F SENSOR 1 ..................... . 605
Component Description ....................................... . 605
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 605
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 605
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 606
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 607
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 610
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 616
ASCD BRAKE SWITCH ........................................ . 617
Component Description ....................................... . 617
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 617
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 618
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 619
Component Inspection ........................................ . 623
ASCD INDICATOR ................................................ . 624
Component Description ....................................... . 624
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 624
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 625
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 626
ELECTRICAL LOAD SIGNAL ............................... . 627
Description .......................................................... . 627
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 627
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 627
FUEL INJECTOR ................................................... . 629
Component Description ....................................... . 629
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 629
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 630
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 631
Component Inspection ........................................ . 635
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 635 FUEL PUMP ...........................................................
.636
Description ........................................................... .636
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .636
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .637
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .638
Component Inspection ......................................... .641
Removal and Installation ..................................... .641
ICC BRAKE SWITCH ............................................ .642
Component Description ....................................... .642
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .642
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .643
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .644
Component Inspection ......................................... .649
IGNITION SIGNAL ................................................. .650
Component Description ....................................... .650
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .651
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .656
Component Inspection ......................................... .661
Removal and Installation ..................................... .662
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR ................. .663
Component Description ....................................... .663
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .664
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .665
Removal and Installation ..................................... .667
SNOW MODE SWITCH ......................................... .668
Description ........................................................... .668
CONSULT-II Reference Value in the Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... .668
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .669
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .670
Component Inspection ......................................... .672
MIL AND DATA LINK CONNECTOR ..................... .673
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .673
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... .675
Fuel Pressure ...................................................... .675
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing ............................ .675
Calculated Load Value ......................................... .675
Mass Air Flow Sensor .......................................... .675
Intake Air Temperature Sensor ............................ .675
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor .................. .675
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Heater ................... .675
Heated Oxygen sensor 2 Heater ......................... .675
Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS) ...................... .675
Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE) ................... .675
Throttle Control Motor .......................................... .675
Fuel Injector ......................................................... .676
Fuel Pump ........................................................... .676
VK45DE
INDEX FOR DTC .................................................... .677
DTC No. Index ..................................................... .677
Alphabetical Index ............................................... .681
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... .685
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .............................................................. .685

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE EC-143
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16. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-96, "
Symptom Matrix Chart" .
17. CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and
make sure that the indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
–Engine oil level is too high
–Engine oil viscosity
–Belt tension of power steering, alternator, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
–Noise from engine
–Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
–Valve clearance malfunction
–Intake valve timing control function malfunction
–Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Crushed air ducts

Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element

Uneven dirt of air cleaner element

Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
PBIB2332E

EC-808
[VK45DE]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
16. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-758, "
Symptom Matrix Chart" .
17. CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and
make sure that the indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
–Engine oil level is too high
–Engine oil viscosity
–Belt tension of power steering, alternator, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
–Noise from engine
–Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
–Valve clearance malfunction
–Intake valve timing control function malfunction
–Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Crushed air ducts

Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element

Uneven dirt of air cleaner element

Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
PBIB2332E

EM-4Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
ROCKER COVER ..................................................
.200
Components ........................................................ .200
Removal and Installation ..................................... .200
REMOVAL ........................................................ .200
INSTALLATION ................................................. .202
TIMING CHAIN ....................................................... .203
Components ........................................................ .203
Removal and Installation ..................................... .204
REMOVAL ........................................................ .204
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... .208
INSTALLATION ................................................. .208
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .214
CAMSHAFT ............................................................ .215
Components ........................................................ .215
Removal and Installation ..................................... .215
REMOVAL ........................................................ .215
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... .216
INSTALLATION ................................................. .219
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .221
Valve Clearance ................................................... .222
INSPECTION .................................................... .222
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. .224
OIL SEAL ............................................................... .228
Removal and Installation of Valve Oil Seal .......... .228
REMOVAL ........................................................ .228
INSTALLATION ................................................. .228
Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal .......... .229
REMOVAL ........................................................ .229
INSTALLATION ................................................. .229
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal ........... .230
REMOVAL ........................................................ .230
INSTALLATION ................................................. .230
CYLINDER HEAD .................................................. .232
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. .232
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE ...... .232
Components ........................................................ .233
Removal and Installation ..................................... .233
REMOVAL ........................................................ .233
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... .234
INSTALLATION ................................................. .234
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .236
COMPONENTS ................................................ .236
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ .236
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... .237
Inspection After Disassembly .............................. .238
VALVE DIMENSIONS ....................................... .238
VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE ........................... .239
VALVE GUIDE REPLACEMENT ...................... .239
VALVE SEAT CONTACT .................................. .241
VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT ........................ .241
VALVE SPRING SQUARENESS ...................... .242
VALVE SPRING DIMENSIONS AND VALVE
SPRING PRESSURE LOAD ............................ .242 ENGINE ASSEMBLY ..............................................
.243
Components ......................................................... .243
Removal and Installation ...................................... .243
REMOVAL ......................................................... .243
INSTALLATION ................................................. .246
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .246
CYLINDER BLOCK ................................................ .248
Components ......................................................... .248
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .249
DISASSEMBLY ................................................. .249
ASSEMBLY ....................................................... .253
How to Select Piston and Bearing ....................... .258
DESCRIPTION ................................................. .258
HOW TO SELECT PISTON .............................. .259
HOW TO SELECT CONNECTING ROD BEAR-
ING .................................................................... .260
HOW TO SELECT MAIN BEARING ................. .261
Inspection After Disassembly ............................... .265
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY ............................... .265
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE ........ .265
PISTON TO PISTON PIN OIL CLEARANCE .... .265
PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE .................. .266
PISTON RING END GAP ................................. .266
CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION .... .267
CONNECTING ROD BIG END DIAMETER ..... .267
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING OIL CLEAR-
ANCE ................................................................ .267
CYLINDER BLOCK DISTORTION ................... .268
MAIN BEARING HOUSING INNER DIAMETER .269
PISTON TO CYLINDER BORE CLEARANCE . .269
CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNAL DIAMETER .. .270
CRANKSHAFT PIN JOURNAL DIAMETER ..... .271
CRANKSHAFT OUT-OF-ROUND AND TAPER .271
CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT ................................. .271
CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEAR-
ANCE ................................................................ .272
MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE .................. .273
CRUSH HEIGHT OF MAIN BEARING ............. .274
CRUSH HEIGHT OF CONNECTING ROD
BEARING .......................................................... .274
DRIVE PLATE ................................................... .274
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... .275
Standard and Limit ............................................... .275
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................... .275
DRIVE BELTS ................................................... .275
INTAKE MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST MANI-
FOLD ................................................................ .275
SPARK PLUG ................................................... .276
CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT BEARING ........ .276
CYLINDER HEAD ............................................. .278
CYLINDER BLOCK ........................................... .281
PISTON, PISTON RING AND PISTON PIN ..... .282
CONNECTING ROD ......................................... .283
CRANKSHAFT .................................................. .284
MAIN BEARING ................................................ .286
CONNECTING ROD BEARING ........................ .287

EM-14
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause of the Symptom.NBS003FY
1. Locate the area where noise occurs.
2. Confirm the type of noise.
3. Specify the operating condition of the engine.
4. Check specified noise source.
If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
A: Closely related B: Related C: Sometimes related —: Not related Location
of noise Type of
noise Operating condition of engine
Source of noise Check item Refer-
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Before
warm- up After
warm- up When
start- ing When
idling When
racing While
driving
Top of
engine
Rocker
cover
Cylinder
head Ticking or
clicking CA—AB— Tappet
noise Valve clearance
EM-93
Rattle C A — A B C Camshaft
bearing
noise Camshaft runout
Camshaft journal oil
clearance EM-85EM-86
Crank-
shaft pul-
ley
Cylinder
block
(Side of
engine)
Oil pan Slap or
knock —A—B B— Piston pin
noise Piston to piston pin oil
clearance
Connecting rod bush-
ing oil clearance EM-141
EM-143
Slap or
rap A——B B A Piston
slap noise Piston to cylinder bore
clearance
Piston ring side clear-
ance
Piston ring end gap
Connecting rod bend
and torsion EM-145EM-142
EM-142
EM-143
Knock A B C B B B
Connect-
ing rod
bearing
noise Connecting rod bush-
ing oil clearance
Connecting rod bear-
ing oil clearance EM-143EM-147
Knock A B — A B C
Main
bearing
noise Main bearing oil clear-
ance
Crankshaft runout EM-148
EM-147
Front of
engine
Timing
chain
case Tapping or
ticking AA—BBB Timing
chain and
timing
chain ten-
sioner
noise Timing chain cracks
and wear
Timing chain tensioner
operation EM-72
EM-64
Front of
engine Squeak-
ing or fizz-
ing AB—B—C Drive belts
(Sticking
or slip-
ping) Drive belts deflection
EM-15
CreakingABABAB Drive belts
(Slipping) Idler pulley bearing
operation
Squall
Creak AB—BAB Water
pump
noise Water pump operation CO-22,
"WATER
PUMP"