washer fluid INFINITI FX35 2004 Owner's Manual

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and Lubricants ALS000G8
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F).
*4: DEXRON
TM III/ MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact an INFINITI
dealer for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRON TM III/ MERCONTM automatic trans-
mission fluid.
*5: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III/ MERCONTM , or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measureImp mea-
sureLiter
Engine oil
Drain and
refillWith oil fil-
ter changeVK45DE 6-3/4 qt 5-5/8 qt 6.4 For VK45DE engine

API Certification Mark*1

API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*1

ILSAC grade GF-II & GF-III*1
For VQ35DE engine

API Certification Mark*1

API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or
API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*1

ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III *1 VQ35DE 5 qt 4 - 1/8 qt 4.7
Without oil
filter
changeVK45DE 6-1/8 qt 5-1/8 qt 5.8
VQ35DE 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
Dry engine (Overhaul)VK45DE 7-5/8 qt 6-3/8 qt 7.2
VQ35DE 5-3/4 qt 4-3/4 qt 5.4
Cooling
systemWith res-
ervoir tankVK45DE 10-5/8 qt 8-3/4 qt 10.0
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
or equivalent VQ35DE 9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir
tankVK45DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
VQ35DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3 Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Differential gear oilFront 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.65
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80 W-90 *3
Rear 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.40
Transfer fluid 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.25Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S.
and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic
Transmission Fluid*4
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid*6 or equivalent
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze Fluid or equivalent

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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)
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6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30, "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level.
Changing Oil FilterALS000GL
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Using oil filter wrench (SST), remove oil filter.
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
Use genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
are hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belts.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adhere to engine
and vehicle.Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)
PBIC0249E
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
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Checking Fuel LinesALS000GS
Inspect fuel lines and tank for improper attachment, leaks, cracks,
damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration. If necessary,
repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterALS000GT
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7,
"PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .
1. Remove air duct (inlet), air cleaner case and mass air flow sensor assembly. Refer to EM-172, "
AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
2. Remove air cleaner filter from air cleaner case.
Changing Engine OilALS000H7
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for oil leak-
age from engine components. Refer to LU-25, "
ENGINE OIL
LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap, and then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-181, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
SMA803A
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
PBIC0993E
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 6.4 (6-3/4, 5-5/8)
without oil filter change 5.8 (6-1/8, 5-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.2 (7-5/8, 6-3/8)

PS-8
POWER STEERING FLUID
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POWER STEERING FLUIDPFP:KLF20
Checking Fluid LevelAGS000GT

Stop engine before performing a fluid level check.

Ensure that fluid level is between the MAX range and MIN level.

Because fluid level differs within the HOT range and the COLD
range, check it carefully.
CAUTION:

Do not overfill the Max level.

Do not reuse any used power steering fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Checking Fluid LeakageAGS000GU
Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment and for
leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
1. Run engine until fluid temperature reaches 50 to 80° C (122 to
176°F) in reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel right-to-left several times.
3. Hold steering wheel at each “lock” position for five seconds to
check fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may
be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over tighten con-
nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to PS-31, "
POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP" .
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating a from steering gear.
Air Bleeding Hydraulic SystemAGS000GV
Incomplete air bleeding causes the following. When this happens, bleed air again.

Generation of air bubbles in reservoir tank.

Generation of clicking noise in oil pump.

Excessive buzzing in oil pump.
NOTE:
When vehicle is stationary or while steering wheel is being turned slowly, some noise may be heard from
oil pump or gear. This noise is normal and does not affect any system.
1. Stop engine, and then turn steering wheel fully to right and left several times.
CAUTION:
Do not allow steering fluid reservoir tank to go below the low-level line. Check tank frequently and
add fluid as needed.
2. Run engine at idle speed. Turn steering wheel fully to the right and then fully to the left, and keep for about
three seconds. Then check whether a fluid leakage has occurred.
3. Repeat the 2nd procedure several times at about three seconds intervals.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in the locked position more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility
that oil pump may be damaged.)
4. Check generation of air bubbles and cloud in fluid.HOT : Fluid temperatures from 50 to 80 °C (122 to
176°F)
COLD : Fluid temperatures from 0 to 30°C (32 to 86°F)
SGIA0232J
SGIA0506E

POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMPPFP:49110
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceAGS000H2
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE (VQ35DE MODELS)
CAUTION:
Before starting work, confirm belt tension is proper.
1. Connect oil pressure gauge (SST) and oil pressure gauge
adapter (SST) between oil pump discharge connector and high
pressure hose and then bleed air from the hydraulic circuit.
2. Start engine. Allow engine to run until tank temperature reaches
50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F).
CAUTION:

Warm up engine with shut-off valve fully opened. If
engine is started with shut-off valve closed, fluid pres-
sure in power steering pump increases to maximum. This
will raise fluid temperature excessively.

Be careful not to contact hose with belt when engine is
started.
3. With engine at idle, close shut-off valve and read the relief oil
pressure.
CAUTION:
Do not close shut-off valve of pressure gauge for more than 10 seconds.
4. After measurement, open shut-off valve slowly.
If relief oil pressure is outside the specification, disassemble and repair oil pump. Refer to PS-33, "
Disas-
sembly and Assembly (VQ35DE models)" .
5. After inspection, disconnect oil pressure gauge (SST) and oil pressure gauge adapter (SST) from hydrau-
lic circuit, connect oil pump discharge connector and high pressure hose. Add fluid and bleed air from
hydraulic circuit thoroughly.
Refer to PS-8, "
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System" .
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE (VK45DE MODELS)
CAUTION:
Before starting work, confirm belt tension is proper.
SGIA0570E
SST
Pressure gaugeKV48103500
(J26357&J26357-10)
Oil pump sideEye joint KV48102500-01 ( — )
Washer KV48102500-04 ( — )
Bolt KV48102500-03 ( — )
High pressure
piping sideFlare joint KV48102500-02 ( — )
Washer KV48102500-04 ( — )
Bolt KV48102500-03 ( — )
Relief oil pressure:
9,900 - 10,700 kPa (101 - 109 kg/cm
2 , 1449 - 1564 psi)
SGIA0522E

TF-8
TRANSFER FLUID
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
TRANSFER FLUIDPFP:31001
ReplacementADS000RN
DRAINING
1. Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer unit sufficiently.
2. Stop the engine, and remove the drain plug to drain the transfer
fluid.
3. Apply sealant to drain plug. Install drain plug on transfer and
tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-44, "
Components" .

Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to GI-48,
"Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
FILLING
1. Remove filler plug and add transfer fluid until fluid level reaches
the specified limit near filler plug mounting hole.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the fluid. (Fill up for approx. 3 minutes.)
2. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check the fluid level again.
3. Set a new seal washer onto filler plug and install it on transfer
and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-44, "
Compo-
nents" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse seal washer.
InspectionADS000RO
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL
1. Check fluid level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the
figure.
2. Before installing filler plug, set a new seal washer. Install filler
plug on transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-
44, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse seal washer.
SDIA2087E
Fluid capacity
: Approx. 1.25 (2-5/8 US pt, 2-1/4 lmp pt)
SDIA2028E
SDIA2028E

FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
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2. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it “OFF” (auto stop).
3. Push wiper arm onto pivot shaft, paying attention to blind spline.
4. Attach washer tube to washer tube joint.
5. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface to set
the blade center to clearance “L1” & “L2” immediately before
tightening nut.
6. Eject washer fluid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it “OFF”.
7. Ensure that wiper blades stop within clearance “L1” & “L2”.

Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque.
ADJUSTMENT
Refer to WW-28, "INSTALLATION" .
Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Motor and LinkageAKS00577
REMOVAL
1. Prior to wiper motor and linkage removal, turn ON wiper switch to operate wiper motor and then turn it
“OFF” (auto stop).
2. Remove wiper arm. Refer to WW-28, "
REMOVAL" .
3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-24, "
Removal and Installa-
tion" in “EI” section.
4. Remove washer tube.
5. Disconnect wiper motor connector.
6. Remove wiper motor and linkage mounting bolts, and remove
wiper motor and linkage.
INSTALLATION
1. Install wiper motor and linkage to the vehicle.
2. Connect wiper motor assembly to the connector. Turn wiper switch ON to operate wiper motor, then turn
wiper switch OFF (auto stop).
3. Attach washer tube to washer tube joint.
4. Install cowl top cover. Refer to EI-24, "
Removal and Installation" in “EI” section.
5. Install wiper arms. Refer to WW-28, "
Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper
Arms Stop Location" .
6. Attach wiper arm washer tube.
CAUTION:

Do not drop the wiper motor or cause it to contact other parts.

Check grease conditions of the motor arm and wiper link joint (at retainer). Apply grease if nec-
essary.Clearance “L1” : 44.4 - 54.4 mm (1.75 - 2.14 in)
Clearance “L2” : 38 - 48 mm (1.50 - 1.89 in)
Front wiper arm nuts
: 23.6 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
PKIA7843E
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Removal and Installation of Front Wiper and Washer SwitchAKS0057E
REMOVAL
1. Remove steering column upper cover. Refer to IP-14, "(N)
Steering Column Upper Cover" in “IP” section.
2. Disconnect wiper and washer switch connector.
3. Pull wiper and washer switch toward the passenger door while
pressing pawls in direction shown by the arrow in the figure, and
remove it from the base.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of Washer TankAKS0057F
REMOVAL
1. Remove bolt and pull out washer tank inlet.
2. Remove fillet molding (RH) and fender protector (RH). Refer to
EI-14, "
Removal and Installation" , EI-25, "Removal and Installa-
tion" in “EI” section.
3. Remove bumper fascia assembly. Refer to EI-14, "
Removal and
Installation" in “EI” section.
4. Disconnect washer pump connector and wash fluid level sensor
connector.
5. Remove washer tank mounting screw and nuts.
6. Remove washer tube, and remove washer tank from the vehicle.
SKIA5075E
SKIA5076E
SKIA5077E
SKIA5078E

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REAR WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
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Removal and Installation of Rear Wiper Arm, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop
Location
AKS0057T
REMOVAL
1. Operate wiper motor, and stop it at the auto stop position.
2. Remove cover wiper arm.
3. Remove wiper arm nut, and remove wiper arm from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Prior to wiper arm installation, turn on wiper switch to operate
wiper motor and then turn it “OFF” (auto stop).
2. Lift the blade up and then set it down onto glass surface to set
the blade center to clearance “L” immediately before tightening
nut.
3. Eject washer fluid. Turn on wiper switch to operate wiper motor
and then turn it “OFF”.
4. Ensure that wiper blades stop within clearance “L”.

Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of Rear Wiper Motor AKS0057U
Clearance “L” : 45 - 60 mm (1.77 - 2.36 in)
Rear wiper arm nut : 5.0 N·m (0.51 kg-m, 44 in-lb)
SKIA5083E
1. Rear wiper motor 2. Screw 3. Wiper blade
4. Wiper arm 5. Cover wiper arm 6. Nut
7. Pivot cap 8. Nut 9. Washer
10. Cushion rubber
SKIA5084E

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Check Valve InspectionAKS0057X
A check valve is provided in the washer fluid line. Be careful not to
connect check valve to washer tube in the wrong direction.
Removal and Installation of Rear Wiper and Washer SwitchAKS0057Y
Refer to WW-33, "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper and Washer Switch" .
Removal and Installation of Washer TankAKS0057Z
Refer to WW-33, "Removal and Installation of Washer Tank" .
Removal and Installation of Washer PumpAKS00580
Refer to WW-34, "Removal and Installation of Washer Motor" .
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