automatic transmission INFINITI FX35 2004 Owner's Guide

MA-12
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
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

MA-30
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Changing A/T FluidALS000GC
1. Warm up ATF.
2. Stop engine.
3. Remove the tightening bolt for ATF level gauge.
4. Drain ATF from drain plug and refill with new ATF. Always refill same volume with drained fluid.

To replace the ATF, pour in new fluid at the charging pipe with the engine idling and at the same time
drain the old fluid from the radiator cooler hose return side.

When the color of the fluid coming out is about the same as the color of the new fluid, the replacement
is complete. The amount of new transmission fluid to use should be 30 to 50% increase of the stipu-
lated amount.
CAUTION:

Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF. Do not mix with other fluid.

Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterio-
ration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic
transmission, which is not covered by the warranty.

When filling ATF, take care not to splash heat generating parts such as exhaust with ATF.

Do not reuse drain plug gasket.
5. Run engine at idle speed for 5 minutes.
6. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-28, "
Checking A/T Fluid" . If fluid is still dirty, repeat step 2.
through 5.
7. Install the removed ATF level gauge in the fluid charging pipe.
Checking Transfer FluidALS000GD
Check for oil leakage and oil level.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.ATF: Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF
Fluid capacity: 10.3 (10-7/8 US qt, 9-1/8 lmp qt)
Drain plug:
: 34 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Level gauge bolt:
: 5.1 N·m (0.52 kg-m, 45 in-lb)
Filler plug:
: 34.5 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
SDIA2028E

STARTING SYSTEM
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Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Removal and Installation AKS00BQ1
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS
Removal
1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove engine front and rear undercover, using power tools.
3. Disconnect S connector.
4. Remove B terminal nut.
5. Remove starter motor mounting bolts.
6. Loosen A/T fluid cooler tube clip bolts. Refer to AT- 2 6 6 ,
"TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY" in “AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS-
SION (A/T)” section.
7. Remove starter motor to the direction of under side the vehicle.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be sure to tighten B terminal nut carefully.
1. Starter motor 2. Starter motor mounting bolt 3. B terminal harness
4. B terminal nut 5. S connector 6. Cylinder block
PKIA2809E
PKIA2810E

SE-16
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
CAN Communication System DescriptionAIS003MN
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
CAN Communication UnitAIS004UO
Refer to LAN-6, "CAN COMMUNICATION" .
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