INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Service Manual

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Turbine Revolution SensorNCS001RJ
Vehicle Speed Sensor A/T (Revolution Sensor)NCS001RK
Reverse BrakeNCS001RL
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Total End PlayNCS001RM
BEARING RACE FOR ADJUSTING TOTAL END PLAY
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.Name ConditionData
(Approx.)
Turbine revolution
sensor 1When running at 50 km/h (31 MPH) in 4th speed with the closed throttle position signal “OFF”.
1.3 kHz
Turbine revolution
sensor 2When running at 20 km/h (12 MPH) in 1st speed with the closed throttle position signal “OFF”.
Name Condition Data (Approx.)
Revolution sensor When running at 20 km/h (12 MPH). 185 Hz
Model code number 98X1D, 98X6C, 98X1C, 98X6D, 95X7A
Number of drive plates6
Number of driven plates6
Clearance mm (in) Standard 0.7 - 1.1 (0.028 - 0.043)
Thickness of retaining platesThickness mm (in) Part number*
4.2 (0.165)
4.4 (0.173)
4.6 (0.181)
4.8 (0.189)
5.0 (0.197)
5.2 (0.205) 31667 90X14
31667 90X15
31667 90X16
31667 90X17
31667 90X18
31667 90X19
Total end play mm (in) 0.25 - 0.55 (0.0098 - 0.0217)
Thickness mm (in) Part number*
0.8 (0.031)
1.0 (0.039)
1.2 (0.047)
1.4 (0.055)
1.6 (0.063)
1.8 (0.071)31435 95X00
31435 95X01
31435 95X02
31435 95X03
31435 95X04
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 5
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 6
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a) ..... 6
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT ....................... 7
General Refrigerant Precautions .............................. 7
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection ................... 7
ABOUT ONE-TOUCH JOINT ................................ 7
FEATURES OF NEW TYPE REFRIGERANT
CONNECTION .................................................... 10
O-RING AND REFRIGERANT CONNECTION ... 10
Precautions for Servicing Compressor ................... 12
Precautions for Service Equipment ........................ 13
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT ............ 13
ELECTRICAL LEAK DETECTOR ....................... 13
VACUUM PUMP ................................................. 13
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET .................................... 13
SERVICE HOSES ............................................... 14
SERVICE COUPLERS ........................................ 14
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE ...................... 14
CHARGING CYLINDER ...................................... 14
Precautions for Leak Detection Dye ....................... 15
IDENTIFICATION ................................................ 15
IDENTIFICATION LABEL FOR VEHICLE ........... 15
PREPARATION ......................................................... 16
Special Service Tools ............................................. 16
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment ... 17
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 19
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM ..................................... 20
Refrigerant Cycle ................................................... 20
REFRIGERANT FLOW ....................................... 20
FREEZE PROTECTION ..................................... 20
Refrigerant System Protection ............................... 20
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR ............. 20
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ............................... 20Variable Displacement Compressor ....................... 21
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................. 21
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 22
Component Layout ................................................. 25
LUBRICANT .............................................................. 26
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor ... 26
LUBRICANT ........................................................ 26
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION .................. 26
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT
COMPRESSOR .................................................. 27
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT ....................... 27
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL ............................... 29
Description of Air Conditioner LAN Control System ... 29
System Construction .............................................. 29
OPERATION ........................................................ 30
TRANSMISSION DATA AND TRANSMISSION
ORDER ............................................................... 30
AIR MIX DOOR CONTROL (AUTOMATIC TEM-
PERATURE CONTROL) ..................................... 31
FAN SPEED CONTROL ...................................... 31
INTAKE DOOR CONTROL ................................. 31
MODE DOOR CONTROL ................................... 31
UPPER VENTILATOR DOOR CONTROL .......... 31
MAGNET CLUTCH CONTROL ........................... 32
SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM .............................. 32
Description of Control System ................................ 33
Control Operation ................................................... 33
DISPLAY SCREEN .............................................. 33
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH ................................ 34
DISPLAY SCREEN .............................................. 34
MODE SWITCH (DRIVER SIDE) ........................ 34
MODE SWITCH (PASSENGER SIDE) ................ 34
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (DRIVER
SIDE) ................................................................... 34
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (PASSEN-
GER SIDE) .......................................................... 34

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DEFROSTER (DEF) SWITCH ............................. 34
UPPER VENT SWITCH ...................................... 34
A/C SWITCH ....................................................... 35
FAN SWITCHES .................................................. 35
OFF SWITCH ...................................................... 35
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH ............. 35
INTAKE SWITCH ................................................. 35
DUAL SWITCH .................................................... 35
Control Operation (Rear Control Switch) ................ 35
AUTO SWITCH ................................................... 35
FAN SWITCH ...................................................... 35
REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH ..... 36
Fail-Safe Function .................................................. 36
Discharge Air Flow ................................................. 37
System Description ................................................. 38
SWITCHES AND THEIR CONTROL FUNCTION ... 38
CAN Communication System Description .............. 39
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ............................................ 40
CONSULT-II Function (ECM) .................................. 40
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION ....................... 40
DATA MONITOR .................................................. 40
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair ...................................................... 40
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 40
SYMPTOM TABLE .............................................. 41
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 42
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 42
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT .......................... 43
Schematic ............................................................... 44
Wiring Diagram —A/C— ......................................... 46
Auto Amp. Terminals and Reference Value ............ 54
PIN CONNECTOR TERMINAL LAYOUT ............ 54
TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR
UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. ........................ 54
Self-diagnosis Function .......................................... 56
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 56
FUNCTION CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE ...... 57
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: TEMPERATURE
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 63
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: FOOT POSITION
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 64
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: INLET PORT MEM-
ORY FUNCTION ................................................. 64
Operational Check .................................................. 65
CHECKING MEMORY FUNCTION ..................... 65
CHECKING BLOWER ......................................... 65
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR (MODE SWITCH
AND DEF SWITCH) ............................................ 65
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR (UPPER VENT
SWITCH) ............................................................. 66
CHECKING INTAKE AIR ..................................... 66
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE ......... 66
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE .......... 66
CHECKING A/C SWITCH ................................... 66
CHECKING AUTO MODE ................................... 66
Power Supply and Ground Circuit for Auto Amp. ... 67
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 67
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 68DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR A/C SYSTEM ... 68
Rear Control Switch Circuit ..................................... 70
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR REAR CON-
TROL SWITCH .................................................... 70
LAN System Circuit ................................................. 71
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR LAN CIRCUIT ... 71
Mode Door Motor Circuit ......................................... 76
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 76
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 77
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 78
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR MODE DOOR
MOTOR ................................................................ 78
Upper Ventilator Door Motor Circuit ........................ 79
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 79
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 80
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 81
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR UPPER VEN-
TILATOR DOOR MOTOR .................................... 81
Air Mix Door Motor Circuit ....................................... 82
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 82
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 83
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 84
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR AIR MIX DOOR
MOTOR ................................................................ 84
Air Mix Door Motor PBR Circuit .............................. 84
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR AIR MIX DOOR
MOTOR PBR ....................................................... 84
Intake Door Motor Circuit ........................................ 85
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 85
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 86
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 87
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE DOOR
MOTOR ................................................................ 87
Blower Motor Circuit ................................................ 88
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 88
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 89
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 90
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR BLOWER
MOTOR ................................................................ 90
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 92
Magnet Clutch Circuit .............................................. 93
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 93
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 94
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR MAGNET
CLUTCH .............................................................. 94
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 97
Insufficient Cooling .................................................. 98
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 98
PERFORMANCE TEST DIAGNOSIS ................100
PERFORMANCE CHART ..................................102
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRES-
SURE .................................................................104
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR INSUFFI-
CIENT COOLING ...............................................106
Insufficient Heating ...............................................108
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................108
Noise .....................................................................109
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................109
Self-diagnosis .......................................................110

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Memory Function ................................................. . 111
INSPECTION FLOW ......................................... . 111
Ambient Sensor Circuit ......................................... 112
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION .......................... 112
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INPUT PROCESS .. 112
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR AMBIENT
SENSOR ............................................................ 112
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 114
In-vehicle Sensor Circuit ....................................... 115
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION .......................... 115
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR IN-VEHICLE
SENSOR ............................................................ 116
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 117
Sunload Sensor Circuit ......................................... 118
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION .......................... 118
SUNLOAD INPUT PROCESS ........................... 118
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR SUNLOAD
SENSOR ............................................................ 118
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................ 120
Intake Sensor Circuit ............................................ 121
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ......................... 121
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE SEN-
SOR .................................................................. 121
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................ 122
CONTROLLER ....................................................... 123
Removal and Installation of Multifunction Switch . 123
REMOVAL ......................................................... 123
INSTALLATION ................................................. 123
AUTO AMP ............................................................. 124
Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C
Auto Amp. ............................................................ 124
REMOVAL ......................................................... 124
INSTALLATION ................................................. 124
AMBIENT SENSOR ................................................ 125
Removal and Installation ...................................... 125
REMOVAL ......................................................... 125
INSTALLATION ................................................. 125
IN-VEHICLE SENSOR ............................................ 126
Removal and Installation ...................................... 126
REMOVAL ......................................................... 126
INSTALLATION ................................................. 126
SUNLOAD SENSOR .............................................. 127
Removal and Installation ...................................... 127
REMOVAL ......................................................... 127
INSTALLATION ................................................. 127
INTAKE SENSOR ................................................... 128
Removal and Installation ...................................... 128
REMOVAL ......................................................... 128
INSTALLATION ................................................. 128
BLOWER UNIT ....................................................... 129
Removal and Installation ...................................... 129
REMOVAL ......................................................... 129
INSTALLATION ................................................. 129
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 130
BLOWER MOTOR .................................................. 131
Removal and Installation ...................................... 131
REMOVAL ......................................................... 131
INSTALLATION ................................................. 131INTAKE DOOR MOTOR .........................................132
Removal and Installation ......................................132
REMOVAL .........................................................132
INSTALLATION .................................................132
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER .......................................133
Removal and Installation ......................................133
FUNCTION ........................................................133
REPLACEMENT TIMING ..................................133
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES .....................133
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY ...............134
Removal and Installation ......................................134
REMOVAL .........................................................134
INSTALLATION .................................................135
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................137
MODE DOOR MOTOR ............................................139
Removal and Installation ......................................139
REMOVAL .........................................................139
INSTALLATION .................................................139
AIR MIX DOOR MOTOR .........................................140
Removal and Installation ......................................140
REMOVAL .........................................................140
INSTALLATION .................................................140
UPPER VENTILATOR DOOR MOTOR ..................141
Removal and Installation ......................................141
REMOVAL .........................................................141
INSTALLATION .................................................141
HEATER CORE .......................................................142
Removal and Installation ......................................142
REMOVAL .........................................................142
INSTALLATION .................................................142
DUCTS AND GRILLES ...........................................143
Removal and Installation ......................................143
COMPONENT LAYOUT ....................................143
REMOVAL .........................................................145
INSTALLATION .................................................149
REFRIGERANT LINES ...........................................150
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ...............150
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIP-
MENT ................................................................150
Components .........................................................152
VQ35DE ............................................................152
VK45DE .............................................................153
Removal and Installation of Compressor ..............153
REMOVAL .........................................................153
INSTALLATION .................................................156
Check Disc to Pulley Clearance ...........................156
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible
Hose and Pipe ......................................................157
REMOVAL .........................................................157
INSTALLATION .................................................157
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................158
REMOVAL .........................................................158
INSTALLATION .................................................159
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Pipe 1
(Engine Compartment) .........................................159
REMOVAL .........................................................159
INSTALLATION .................................................160
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe 1

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REMOVAL .........................................................161
INSTALLATION ..................................................162
Removal and Installation of Liquid Tank ...............163
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .....................163
REMOVAL .........................................................163
INSTALLATION ..................................................164
Removal and Installation of Condenser ................164
REMOVAL .........................................................164
INSTALLATION ..................................................166
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure
Sensor ..................................................................166
REMOVAL .........................................................166
INSTALLATION ..................................................166
Removal and Installation of Evaporator ................167
REMOVAL .........................................................167
INSTALLATION ..................................................167Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve .......168
REMOVAL ..........................................................168
INSTALLATION ..................................................168
Checking for Refrigerant Leaks ............................169
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Leak Detector ........................................................169
Dye Injection .........................................................169
Electrical Leak Detector ........................................170
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK
DETECTOR .......................................................170
CHECKING PROCEDURE ................................171
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ....173
Compressor ..........................................................173
Lubricant ...............................................................173
Refrigerant ............................................................173
Engine Idling Speed ..............................................173
Belt Tension ..........................................................173

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NJS000FN
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery DisconnectNJS000FO
NOTE:

This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS (NISSAN/INFINITI
VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - NATS).

Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK″ position.

Always use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing
work. If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS, an electrically controlled steering lock
mechanism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-II.

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Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top CoverNJS000FP
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)NJS000FQ
CAUTION:

CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants
are mixed and compressor malfunction is likely to occur, refer to “CONTAMINATED REFRIGER-
ANT” below. To determine the purity of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use
Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Recharging equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.

Use only specified lubricant for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) compo-
nents. If lubricant other than that specified is used, compressor malfunction is likely to occur.

The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) lubricant rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The fol-
lowing handling precautions must be observed:
–When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately cap (seal) the component to
minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere.
–When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, never remove the caps (unseal) until just
before connecting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possi-
ble to minimize the entry of moisture into system.
–Only use the specified lubricant from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of lubri-
cant. Without proper sealing, lubricant will become moisture saturated and should not be used.
–Never allow lubricant (Nissan A/C System Oil Type S) to come in contact with styrene foam parts.
Damage may result.
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CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT
If a refrigerant other than pure HFC-134a (R-134a) is identified in a vehicle, take appropriate steps
shown below:

Explain to the customer that environmental regulations prohibit the release of contaminated refrigerant
into the atmosphere.

Explain that recovery of the contaminated refrigerant could damage service equipment and refrigerant
supply.

Suggest the customer return the vehicle to the location of previous service where the contamination may
have occurred.

In case of repairing, recover the refrigerant using only dedicated equipment and containers. Never
recover contaminated refrigerant into the existing service equipment. If the facility does not have
dedicated recovery equipment, contact a local refrigerant product retailer for available service. This refrig-
erant must be disposed of in accordance with all federal and local regulations. In addition, replacement of
all refrigerant system components on the vehicle is recommended.

If the vehicle is within the warranty period, the air conditioner warranty is void. Please contact Nissan Cus-
tomer Affairs for further assistance.
General Refrigerant PrecautionsNJS000FR
WARNING:

Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from the A/C system, using certified service equipment meet-
ing requirements of SAE J-2210 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment], or J-2209 [HFC-134a (R-
134a) recovery equipment]. If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before
resuming service. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and
lubricant manufacturers.

Never release refrigerant into the air. Use approved recovery/recycling equipment to capture the
refrigerant every time an air conditioning system is discharged.

Always wear eye and hand protection (goggles and gloves) when working with any refrigerant or
air conditioning system.

Never store or heat refrigerant containers above 52°C (126°F).

Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame; if container warming is required, place the
bottom of the container in a warm pail of water.

Never intentionally drop, puncture, or incinerate refrigerant containers.

Keep refrigerant away from open flames: poisonous gas will be produced if refrigerant burns.

Refrigerant will displace oxygen, therefore be certain to work in well ventilated areas to prevent
suffocation.

Never pressure test or leak test HFC-134a (R-134a) service equipment and/or vehicle air condition-
ing systems with compressed air during repair. Some mixtures of air and HFC-134a (R-134a) have
been shown to be combustible at elevated pressures. These mixtures, if ignited, may cause injury
or property damage. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant
manufacturers.
Precautions for Refrigerant ConnectionNJS000FS
A new type refrigerant connection has been introduced to all refrigerant lines except the following location.

Expansion valve to evaporator

Refrigerant pressure sensor to liquid tank
ABOUT ONE-TOUCH JOINT
Description

One-touch joints are pipe joints which do not require tools during piping connection.

Unlike conventional connection methods using union nuts and flanges, controlling tightening torque at
connection point is not necessary.

When removing a pipe joint, use a disconnector.

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COMPONENT PARTS
FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENT PARTS
NOTE:

Garter spring (2) cannot be removed from cage (A) of male-side piping.

Indicator ring (3) remains near piping connection point, however, this is not a malfunction. (This is to
check piping connection during factory assembly.)
REMOVAL
1. Clean piping connection point, and set a disconnector.
1 Pipe (Male side)
Retains O-rings (4).

Retains garter spring (2) in cage (A).
2 Garter spring Anchors female side piping (5).
3 Indicator ringWhen connection is made properly, this is ejected from male-side piping (1). (This part is no longer
necessary after connection.)
4 O-ring Seals connection point. (Not reusable)
5 Pipe (Female side)

Seals connection by compressing O-rings (4).

Anchors piping connection using flare (B) and garter spring (2).
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2. Slide disconnector in axial direction of piping, and stretch garter spring with tapered point of disconnector.
3. Slide disconnector farther so that inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of
female-side piping flare. Then male-side piping can be disconnected.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean piping connection points, and insert male-side piping into female-side piping.
2. Push inserted male-side piping harder so that female-side piping flare stretches garter spring.
3. If inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of female-side piping flare, garter
spring seats on flare. Then, it fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare to anchor
piping connection point.
NOTE:
When garter spring seats on flare, and fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare,
it clicks.
CAUTION:

Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.

Insert piping securely until a click is heard.

After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connec-
tion does not come loose.
NOTE:
One-touch joint connection is used in points below.

Low-pressure flexible hose to low-pressure pipe 1 (O-ring size: 16)

High-pressure flexible hose to condenser (O-ring size: 12)

High-pressure pipe 1 to high-pressure pipe 2 (O-ring size: 8)

High-pressure pipe 1 to condenser (O-ring size: 8)
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