tank INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART FX35/FX45
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen*)
ELS0003Y
* : Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
BRAKEELS0003Z
* : Under force of 490 N( 50 kg, 110 lb ) with engine running.
REFILL CAPACITIESELS00040
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum – 1° 18′ ( – 1.30° )
Nominal – 0° 48′ ( – 0.80° )
Maximum – 0° 18′ ( – 0.30° )
To t a l t o e - i nDistance ( A – B ) Minimum 2.4 mm ( 0.094 in )
Nominal 4.7 mm ( 0.185 in )
Maximum 7.0 mm ( 0.276 in )
Angle (left plus right )
Degree minute (Degree)Minimum 0° 05′ ( 0.08° )
Nominal 0° 10′ ( 0.17° )
Maximum 0° 15′ ( 0.25° )
Front brake Pad wear limit 2.0 mm ( 0.079 in )
Rotor repair limit 26.0 mm ( 1.024 in )
Rear brake Pad wear limit 2.0 mm ( 0.079 in )
Rotor repair limit 14.0 mm ( 0.551 in )
Pedal free height 161.5 - 171.5 mm ( 6.358 - 6.752 in )
Pedal depressed height* More than 80 mm ( 3.15 in )
UNITLiter US measure
Fuel tank90 23 - 3/4 gal
Coolant ( With reservoir tank )VQ35DE 8.6 9 - 1/8 qt
VK45DE 10.0 10 - 5/8 qt
Engine(VQ35DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 4.7 5 qt
Without oil filter change 4.4 4 - 5/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5.4 5 - 3/4 qt
Engine(VK45DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 6.6 7qt
Without oil filter change 6.0 6 - 3/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 7.7 8 - 1/8 qt
Transmission A/T 10.3 10 - 7/8 qt
Transfer1.25 2 - 5/8 pt
Differential carrierFront 0.65 1 - 3/8 pt
Rear 1.4 3 pt
Power steering system 1.0 1 - 1/8 qt
Air conditioning systemCompressor oil 0.18 6.0 fl oz
Refrigerant 0.55 kg 1.21 lb
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ACS-12
[ICC]
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT
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LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENTPFP:00026
OutlineAKS006YI
Adjust the laser beam aiming every time the ICC sensor is removed or installed.
CAUTION:

Place the vehicle on the level ground when the laser beam aiming adjustment is operated.

Follow the CONSULT-II when adjusting the Laser beam aiming (Laser beam aiming adjustment
cannot be operated without CONSULT-II).
PreparationAKS006YJ

Keep all tires inflated to correct pressures. Adjust the tire pressure to the specified pressure value.

See that there is no-load in vehicle other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position).
Coolant, engine oil filled up to correct level and full fuel tank.

Shift the gear into “P” position and release the parking brake.

Clean the sensor with a soft cloth.
Outline of Adjustment ProcedureAKS006YK
1. Set up the ICC target board [KV99110100 (J-45718)].
2. Adjust the sensor following the procedure on CONSULT-II (Turn manually the screw for up-down position
adjustment. ICC sensor automatically adjust the right-left position.).
Setting the ICC Target BoardAKS006YL
Accurate ICC target board setting is required for the laser beam aiming adjustment.
CAUTION:
ICC system does not function normally if laser beam aiming is not accurate.
ADJUSTING HEIGHT OF THE TARGET
1. Attach a triangle scale as shown in the right figure.
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Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 112
Intake Sensor Circuit ............................................. 113
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION .......................... 113
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE SEN-
SOR ................................................................... 113
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 114
CONTROLLER ........................................................115
Removal and Installation of A/C and AV Switch .... 115
REMOVAL .......................................................... 115
INSTALLATION .................................................. 115
AUTO AMP ..............................................................116
Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C
Amp. ...................................................................... 116
REMOVAL .......................................................... 116
INSTALLATION .................................................. 116
AMBIENT SENSOR .................................................117
Removal and Installation ....................................... 117
REMOVAL .......................................................... 117
INSTALLATION .................................................. 117
IN-VEHICLE SENSOR .............................................118
Removal and Installation ....................................... 118
REMOVAL .......................................................... 118
INSTALLATION .................................................. 118
SUNLOAD SENSOR ...............................................119
Removal and Installation ....................................... 119
REMOVAL .......................................................... 119
INSTALLATION .................................................. 119
INTAKE SENSOR ................................................... 120
Removal and Installation ...................................... 120
REMOVAL ......................................................... 120
INSTALLATION ................................................. 120
BLOWER UNIT ....................................................... 121
Removal and Installation ...................................... 121
REMOVAL ......................................................... 121
INSTALLATION ................................................. 121
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 122
BLOWER MOTOR .................................................. 123
Removal and Installation ...................................... 123
REMOVAL ......................................................... 123
INSTALLATION ................................................. 123
INTAKE DOOR MOTOR ......................................... 124
Removal and Installation ...................................... 124
REMOVAL ......................................................... 124
INSTALLATION ................................................. 124
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER ....................................... 125
Removal and Installation ...................................... 125
FUNCTION ........................................................ 125
REPLACEMENT TIMING .................................. 125
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES ..................... 125
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY .............. 126
Removal and Installation ...................................... 126
REMOVAL ......................................................... 126
INSTALLATION ................................................. 127
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 128
MODE DOOR MOTOR ........................................... 130
Removal and Installation ...................................... 130
REMOVAL ......................................................... 130
INSTALLATION ................................................. 130AIR MIX DOOR MOTOR .........................................131
Removal and Installation ......................................131
REMOVAL .........................................................131
INSTALLATION .................................................131
HEATER CORE .......................................................132
Removal and Installation ......................................132
REMOVAL .........................................................132
INSTALLATION .................................................132
DUCTS AND GRILLES ...........................................133
Removal and Installation ......................................133
REMOVAL .........................................................133
INSTALLATION .................................................136
REFRIGERANT LINES ...........................................137
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ...............137
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIP-
MENT ................................................................137
Components .........................................................139
VK45DE .............................................................139
VQ35DE ............................................................140
Removal and Installation of Compressor ..............140
REMOVAL .........................................................140
INSTALLATION .................................................142
Removal and Installation of Compressor Clutch ..143
REMOVAL .........................................................143
INSTALLATION .................................................145
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................147
REMOVAL .........................................................147
INSTALLATION .................................................148
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Flexible
Hose .....................................................................148
REMOVAL .........................................................148
INSTALLATION .................................................149
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe 1
(Engine Compartment) .........................................149
REMOVAL .........................................................149
INSTALLATION .................................................150
Removal and Installation of High-pressure Pipe 1
and 2 (Engine Compartment) ...............................150
REMOVAL .........................................................150
INSTALLATION .................................................151
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe 2
and High-pressure Pipe 3 .....................................151
REMOVAL .........................................................151
INSTALLATION .................................................152
Removal and Installation of Liquid Tank ...............153
REMOVAL .........................................................153
INSTALLATION .................................................153
Removal and Installation of Condenser ................154
REMOVAL .........................................................154
INSTALLATION .................................................154
Removal and Installation of Refrigerant Pressure
Sensor ..................................................................155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of Evaporator ................155
REMOVAL .........................................................155
INSTALLATION .................................................155
Removal and Installation of Expansion Valve .......156

PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
AJS001BM
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 for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)AJS0013V
WARNING:

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, do not 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.
–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.
–Do not allow lubricant (Nissan A/C System Oil Type S) to come in contact with styrofoam parts.
Damage may result.
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT
If a refrigerant other than pure HFC-134a ( R-134a) is identified in a vehicle, your options are:

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 your service equipment and refriger-
ant supply.

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

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PRECAUTIONS
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CAUTION:
The new and former refrigerant connections use different O-ring configurations. Do not confuse O-
rings since they are not interchangeable. If a wrong O-ring is installed, refrigerant will leak at, or
around, the connection.
O-Ring Part Numbers and Specifications
WARNING:
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.

When the compressor is removed, store it in the same position as it is when mounted on the car.
Malfunction to do so will cause lubricant to enter the low-pressure chamber.

When connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.

After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.

When installing an air conditioner in the vehicle, connect the pipes as the final stage of the opera-
tion. Do not remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for
connection.

Allow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.

Thoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.

Always replace used O-rings.

When connecting tube, apply lubricant to circle of the O-rings shown in illustration. Be careful not
to apply lubricant to threaded portion.
Lubricant name: Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
Part number: KLH00-PAGS0

O-ring must be closely attached to dented portion of tube.

When replacing the O-ring, be careful not to damage O-ring and tube.

Connect tube until you hear it click, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure that
the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.
Connection type Piping connection point Part number QTY O-ring size
NewLow-pressure pipe 1 to low-pressure pipe 2 (One-touch joint) 92473 N8221 2 16
Low-pressure pipe 2 to expansion valve 92473 N8210 1 16
High-pressure pipe 1 to high-pressure pipe 2 (One-touch joint) 92471 N8221 2 8
High-pressure pipe 3 to expansion valve 92471 N8210 1 8
High-pressure pipe 2 to high-pressure pipe 3 (One-touch joint) 92471 N8221 2 8
Condenser to high-pressure flexible hose (One-touch joint) 92472 N8221 2 12
Condenser to high-pressure pipe 1 (One-touch joint) 92471 N8221 2 8
Low-pressure flexible hose to low-pressure pipe 1 (One-touch
joint)92473 N8221 2 16
Compressor to low-pressure flexible hose 92474 N8210 1 19
Compressor to high-pressure flexible hose 92472 N8210 1 12
Liquid tank to condenser pipeInlet
92471 N82101
8
Outlet 1
FormerRefrigerant pressure sensor to condenser J2476 89956 1 10
Expansion valve to evaporatorInlet 92475 71L00 1 12
Outlet 92475 72L00 1 16

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEMPFP:KA990
Refrigerant CycleAJS00146
REFRIGERANT FLOW
The refrigerant flows in the standard pattern, that is, through the compressor, the condenser with liquid tank,
through the evaporator, and back to the compressor. The refrigerant evaporation through the evaporator coil is
controlled by an externally equalized expansion valve, located inside the evaporator case.
FREEZE PROTECTION
Under usual operating conditions, when the A/C is switched on, the compressor runs continuously, and the
evaporator pressure, and therefore, temperature is controlled by the compressor to prevent freeze up.
Refrigerant System ProtectionAJS00147
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR
The refrigerant system is protected against excessively high- or low-pressure by the refrigerant pressure sen-
sor, located on the condenser. If the system pressure rises above, or falls below the specifications, the refrig-
erant pressure sensor detects the pressure inside the refrigerant line and sends the voltage signal to the ECM.
ECM makes the A/C relay go OFF and stops the compressor when pressure on the high-pressure side
detected by refrigerant pressure sensor is over about 2,746 kPa (28 kg/cm
2 , 398 psi), or below about 134 kPa
(1.4 kg/cm
2 , 20 psi).
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
The refrigerant system is also protected by a pressure relief valve, located in the rear head of the compressor.
When the pressure of refrigerant in the system increases to an unusual level [more than 3,727 kPa (38 kg/cm
2
, 540 psi)], the release port on the pressure relief valve automatically opens and releases refrigerant into the
atmosphere.
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LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT COM-
PRESSOR
After replacing any of the following major components, add the correct amount of lubricant to the system.
Amount of lubricant to be added
*1: If refrigerant leak is small, no addition of lubricant is needed.Part replacedLubricant to be added to system
Remarks
Amount of lubricant
m (US fl oz., Imp fl oz.)
Evaporator 75 (2.5, 2.6) -
Condenser 35 (1.2, 1.2) -
Liquid tank 10 (0.3, 0.4) -
In case of refrigerant leak30 (1.0, 1.1) Large leak
- Small leak *1

LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
1. Before connecting recovery/recycling recharging equipment to vehicle, check recovery/recycling recharg-
ing equipment gauges. No refrigerant pressure should be displayed. If NG, recover refrigerant from equip-
ment lines.
2. Connect recovery/recycling recharging equipment to vehicle. Confirm refrigerant purity in supply tank
using recovery/recycling recharging equipment and refrigerant identifier. If NG, refer to AT C - 5 , "
CONTAM-
INATED REFRIGERANT" .
3. Confirm refrigerant purity in vehicle A/C system using recovery/recycling recharging equipment and refrig-
erant identifier. If NG, refer to AT C - 5 , "
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT" .
4. Discharge refrigerant into the refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Measure lubricant discharged into
the recovery/recycling equipment.
5. Drain the lubricant from the old (removed) compressor into a graduated container and recover the amount
of lubricant drained.
6. Drain the lubricant from the new compressor into a separate, clean container.
7. Measure an amount of new lubricant installed equal to amount drained from old compressor. Add this
lubricant to new compressor through the suction port opening.
8. Measure an amount of new lubricant equal to the amount recovered during discharging. Add this lubricant
to new compressor through the suction port opening.
9. If the liquid tank also needs to be replaced, add an additional 5 m (0.2 US fl oz., 0.2 Imp fl oz.) of lubri-
cant at this time.
Do not add this 5 m (0.2 US fl oz., 0.2 Imp fl oz.) of lubricant if only replacing the compressor.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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.Pressure is reduced soon
after water is splashed on
condenser.Excessive refrigerant charge
in refrigeration cycleReduce refrigerant until speci-
fied pressure is obtained.
Air suction by cooling fan is
insufficient.Insufficient condenser cooling
performance
↓
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.)
↓
Air in refrigeration cycleEvacuate 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.

Plates are sometimes cov-
ered 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
adjustmentReplace 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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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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High-pressure Side is Too Low and Low-pressure Side is Too High
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too Low
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too low and
low-pressure side is too high.High- and low-pressure sides
become equal soon after com-
pressor operation stops.Compressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
↓
Damaged inside compressor
packingsReplace compressor.
No temperature difference
between high- and low-pres-
sure sidesCompressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
↓
Damaged inside compressor
packings.Replace compressor.
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Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too low.

There is a big temperature
difference between receiver
drier outlet and inlet. Outlet
temperature is extremely
low.

Liquid tank inlet and expan-
sion valve are frosted.Liquid tank inside is slightly
clogged.

Replace liquid tank.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.

Temperature of expansion
valve inlet is extremely low
as compared with areas
near liquid tank.

Expansion valve inlet may
be frosted.

Temperature difference
occurs somewhere in high-
pressure side.High-pressure pipe located
between receiver drier and
expansion valve is clogged.

Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
Expansion valve and liquid
tank are warm or only cool
when touched.Low refrigerant charge
↓
Leaking fittings or componentsCheck refrigerant for leaks.
Refer to ATC-157, "
Checking
for Refrigerant Leaks" .
There is a big temperature dif-
ference between expansion
valve inlet and outlet while the
valve itself is frosted.Expansion valve closes a little
compared with the specifica-
tion.
↓
1. Improper expansion valve
adjustment
2. Malfunctioning expansion
valve
3. Outlet and inlet may be
clogged.

Remove foreign particles by
using compressed air.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
An area of the low-pressure
pipe is colder than areas near
the evaporator outlet.Low-pressure pipe is clogged
or crushed.

Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.

Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
Air flow volume is not enough
or is too low.Evaporator is frozen.

Check intake sensor circuit.
Refer to AT C - 11 3 , "
Intake
Sensor Circuit" .

Replace compressor.
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