radiator INFINITI QX4 2005 Factory Owner's Manual

THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING
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Removal and InstallationEBS00LND
REMOVAL
Removal of Thermostat
1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to MA-13, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
CAUTION:
Perform when engine is cold.
2. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly. Refer to EM-14, "
REMOVAL" .
3. Remove the engine room cover using power tools.
4. Disconnect the water suction hose from the water inlet.
5. Remove the water inlet and thermostat.
Removal of Thermostat Housing, Water Outlet and Heater Pipe
1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to EM-15, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove the thermostat housing, water outlet and heater pipe.
Removal of Water Cut Valve
1. Drain the engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to MA-13, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
KBIA2501E
1. Heater pipe 2. Gasket 3. Water outlet
4. Gasket 5. O-ring 6. O-ring
7. Thermostat housing 8. Rubber ring 9. Thermostat
10. Water inlet 11. Water suction hose 12. Water suction pipe
13. Gasket 14. Heater pipe

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitEBS00LNE
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US gal, Imp gal)
THERMOSTAT
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
Engine coolant capacity with reservoir ("MAX" level) 14.4 (3 3/4, 3 1/8)
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) or higher
Reservoir cap relief pressure Standard 95 - 125 (0.97- 1.28, 14 - 18)
Leakage test pressure 137 (1.4, 20)

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsUBS00KZ4
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester
adapterAdapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap and ra-
diator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV10117100
(J-36471-A)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
with 22 mm (0.87 in) hexagon nut
KV10114400
(J-38365)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
a: 22 mm (0.87 in)
(J-44626)
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sen-
sor wrenchLoosening or tightening air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
(J-44321)
Fuel pressure gauge
kitChecking fuel pressure
(J-44321-6)
Fuel pressure adapterConnecting fuel pressure gauge to quick connec-
tor type fuel lines.
(J-45488)
Quick connector re-
leaseRemove fuel tube quick connectors in engine
room.
S-NT564
S-NT379
S-NT636
LEM054
LEC642
LBIA0376E
PBIC0198E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muffler/
Gasket
55555 55 5EM-19
, EX-
3Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tionOil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/Oil
filter/Oil gallery/Oil cooler
55555 55 5EM-22
, LU-
13 , LU-10 ,
LU-11
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oilLU-7
Cooling Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler cap
55555 55 45CO-12
Thermostat 5CO-19
Water pum pCO-17
Water galleryCO-8
Cooling fan 5CO-15
Coolant level (Low)/Contami-
nated coolant5CO-10
IVIS (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System —
NATS)11BL-137
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA

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DTC P0125 ECT SENSOR
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3. CHECK THERMOSTAT OPERATION
When the engine is cold [lower than 70°C (158°F)] condition, grasp lower radiator hose and confirm the engine
coolant does not flow.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace thermostat. Refer to CO-19, "
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING" .
4. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-156, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
Refer to EC-197, "
Wiring Diagram" .
>>INSPECTION END
Component InspectionUBS00H22
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Check resistance between engine coolant temperature sensor
terminals 1 and 2 as shown in the figure.
<Reference data>
2. If NG, replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
Removal and InstallationUBS00H23
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to CO-19, "THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING" .
PBIB2005E
Engine coolant temperature°C (°F) Resistance kΩ
20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
SEF 0 12 P

DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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On Board Diagnosis LogicUBS00H8V
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-12, "
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE
RATIO" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckUBS00H8W
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WA RN ING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-445,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-445,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).

Engine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)

Cooling fan

IPDM E/R (Cooling fan relay)

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-448,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
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4. Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CON-
SULT-II.
5. If the results are NG, go to EC-445, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-445,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-445,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
3. Disconnect engine coolant temperature sensor harness connec-
tor.
4. Connect 150Ω resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor
harness connector.
5. Start engine and make sure that cooling fan operates.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to overheat engine.
6. If NG, go to EC-445, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
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SEF 6 21 W
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4. CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK
Apply pressure to the cooling system with a tester, and check if the
pressure drops.
CAUTION:
Higher than the specified pressure may cause radiator damage.
Pressure should not drop.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the following for leak. Refer to CO-10, "
CHECK-
ING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS" .

Hose

Radiator

Wate r p ump
5. CHECK RADIATOR CAP
Apply pressure to cap with a tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace radiator cap.
6. CHECK THERMOSTAT
1. Check valve seating condition at normal room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and valve lift.
3. Check if valve is closed at 5°C (9°F) below valve opening tem-
perature.
For details, refer to CO-19, "
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIP-
ING" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace thermostat
7. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-199, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.Testing pressure: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)
PBIC1528E
Radiator cap relief
pressure:59 - 98 kPa (0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2
, 9 - 14 psi)
SL C7 55 A
Valve opening temperature: 82°C (180°F) [standard]
Valve lift: More than 10.0 mm/95°C
(0.394 in/203°F)
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5. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform EC-156, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PG-17, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MOD-
ULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
NG >> Repair or replace harness connectors.
Main 12 Causes of OverheatingUBS00H8Z
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-6, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" . Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1

Blocked radiator

Blocked condenser

Blocked radiator grille

Blocked bumper

Visual No blocking —
2

Coolant mixture
Coolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixtureMA-11, "RECOM-
MENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS"
3
Coolant level
Visual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckCO-10, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
4
Radiator cap
Pressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2 , 9 - 14
psi) (Limit)CO-10, "
CHECKING
RESERVOIR CAP"
ON*25
Coolant leaks
Visual No leaksCO-10, "CHECKING
COOLING SYSTEM FOR
LEAKS"
ON*26
Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hotCO-19, "THERMOSTAT
AND WATER PIPING"
ON*17
Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P1217 (EC-440,
"DTC P1217 ENGINE
OVER TEMPERATURE"
).
OFF 8

Combustion gas leak
Color checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
39
Coolant temperature
gauge
Visual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—

Coolant overflow to
reservoir tank
Visual No overflow during driving
and idlingCO-10, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
OFF*410
Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankCO-10, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
OFF 11
Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)EM-63, "Inspection After
Disassembly"
12
Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonEM-89, "Inspection After
Disassembly"

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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lens loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.