engine cooling system INFINITI FX35 2004 Workshop Manual

ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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5. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-10, "STARTING SYSTEM" .
6. Separate engine from transmission assembly. Refer to AT- 2 6 9 , "
Removal and Installation (AWD models)"
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7. Remove front final drive from engine. Refer to FFD-10, "
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY" .
8. Remove engine mounting insulators (RH and LH) and brackets (RH and LH) from engine with power tool.
9. Remove engine rear member and engine mounting insulator (rear) from transmission.
INSTALLATION
Note to the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Where positioning pin is used, be sure to securely insert it into the hole of mating part.

When installing engine mount brackets (RH and LH) to cylinder
block, tighten two upper bolts (shown as “A” in the figure) first.
Then tighten two lower bolts (shown as “B” in the figure).
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Before starting engine, check the levels of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. If less than
required quantity, fill to the specified level.

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of engine coolant, engine oil, working fluid,
fuel and exhaust gas.

Bleed air from passages in pipes and tubes of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check amounts of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. Refill to
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
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Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Working fluid Level Leakage Level
Fuel — Leakage —
Exhaust gas — Leakage —

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Camshaft inspection(VK45DE) ........................ EM-209
Camshaft inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... EM-84
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) .. EC-308, EC-966
Camshaft(VK45DE) ......................................... EM-208
Camshaft(VQ35DE) ........................................... EM-82
CAN .................................................................... DI-29
CAN - Wiring diagram ......... EC-143, EC-793, LAN-22,
LAN-53
, LAN-89, LAN-135, LAN-169, LAN-208
CAN (Controller Area Network) . BL-25, BL-59, BL-93,
BL-185
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16, LAN-6, LAN-21,
LAN-52
, LAN-87, LAN-133, LAN-167, LAN-206
CAN communication EC-36, EC-142, EC-684, EC-792,
AT-31
, AT-105, TF-12, TF-31, WT-9, BRC-11, BL-25,
BL-59
, BL-93, BL-185, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16,
WW-9
, LAN-6, LAN-21, LAN-52, LAN-87, LAN-133,
LAN-167
, LAN-206
Canister-See EVAP canister ........... EC-646, EC-1323
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ................................ SC-24
Charging system ................................................ SC-23
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-28
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-59
CIGAR - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-52
Cigarette lighter ............................................... WW-52
Cigarette lighter illumination ............................. LT-156
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-17
Clock ................................................................... DI-79
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-79
Closed loop control .............................. EC-33, EC-680
Collision diagnosis ........................................... SRS-56
Combination lamp, rear, removal and installation ........
LT-147
Combination meter ............................................... DI-4
Combination meter removal and installation - See
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-11
COMM - Wiring diagram ...................... AV-69, AV-116
COMPAS - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-37
Compass ............................................................ DI-35
Component Location (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-43
Compression pressure(VK45DE) .................... EM-224
Compression pressure(VQ35DE) ...................... EM-98
Compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-143
Compressor special service tool ...................... ATC-17
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-154
Connecting rod bearing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-263
Connecting rod bearing clearance(VQ35DE) .. EM-138
Connecting rod bushing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-258
Connecting rod bushing clearance(VQ35DE) . EM-138
Connecting rod(VK45DE) ................................ EM-258
Connecting rod(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-136
Console box - See Instrument panel ................... IP-10
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-25
CONSULT-II Reference value (A/T) .................. AT-91
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-77
Control valve (A/T) ............................................. AT-36
Controller Area Network (CAN) . BL-25, BL-59, BL-93,
BL-185
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16, LAN-6, LAN-21,
LAN-52
, LAN-87, LAN-133, LAN-167, LAN-206
Converter housing installation ........... AT-268, AT-272
COOL/F - Wiring diagram ................ EC-477, EC-1145
Coolant replacement(VQ35DE) ........................ MA-15
Cooling circuit (engine)(VK45DE) ..................... CO-34
Cooling circuit (engine)(VQ35DE) ...................... CO-9
Cooling fan motor ............................ EC-484, EC-1151
Cooling fan(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-47
Cooling fan(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-21
Cowl top .............................................................. EI-24
Cowl top cover .................................................... EI-24
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation ......................................... EC-655
, EC-1332
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) ..... EC-302, EC-960
Crankshaft(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-241
Crankshaft(VQ35DE) ...................................... EM-136
Crash zone sensor .......................................... SRS-45
Cylinder block boring(VK45DE) ...................... EM-261
Cylinder block(VK45DE) ................................. EM-240
Cylinder block(VQ35DE) ................................. EM-120
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VK45DE) .......... EM-226
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VQ35DE) .......... EM-101
Cylinder head(VK45DE) ................................. EM-224
Cylinder head(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-98
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D/LOCK - Wiring diagram ....................... BL-27
, BL-33
Daytime light system ........................................... LT-38
Daytime running light - See Daytime light system LT-38
Diagnosis sensor unit ..................................... SRS-48
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for OBD system EC-15,
EC-662
Direct clutch solenoid valve ............... AT-160, AT-162
Display and amp.assembly ............... ATC-51, ATC-63
Door glass ........................................... GW-76, GW-80
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Front) ................ GW-78
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Rear) ................. GW-83
Door lock .......................................................... BL-152
Door mirror ...................................................... GW-113
Door trim ............................................................. EI-35
Door, front ........................................... BL-148, GW-76
Door, rear ............................................ BL-148, GW-80
Drive belt inspection ......................................... MA-21
Drive belt inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... MA-14
Drive belt(VK45DE) ........................................ EM-169
Drive belt(VQ35DE) .......................................... EM-15
Drive pinion diff. inspection ............................. RFD-13
Drive shaft ......................................................... MA-37
Drive shaft (rear) ............................................... RAX-9
Driver air bag .................................................. SRS-36
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-41
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-133
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ECM power supply EC-136
, EC-404, EC-785, EC-1060
ECM/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-405, EC-1061
ECTS - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-187, EC-844
Electric sunroof .................................................. RF-10

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Headlining - See Roof trim .................................. EI-42
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (bank 1) .... EC-205, EC-214,
EC-226
, EC-433, EC-439, EC-863, EC-872, EC-884,
EC-1103
, EC-1109
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (bank 2) .... EC-205, EC-214,
EC-226
, EC-433, EC-439, EC-863, EC-872, EC-884,
EC-1103
, EC-1109
Heated oxygen sensor 1 heater (bank 1) ....... EC-149,
EC-806
Heated oxygen sensor 1 heater (bank 2) ....... EC-149,
EC-806
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) .... EC-236, EC-245,
EC-446
, EC-457, EC-894, EC-903, EC-1116, EC-1127
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) .... EC-236, EC-245,
EC-446
, EC-457, EC-894, EC-903, EC-1116, EC-1127
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 1) ....... EC-157,
EC-814
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 2) ....... EC-157,
EC-814
Heated seat ....................................................... SE-98
Heater and cooling unit (Heater core) ........... ATC-126
HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ............... ATC-5
HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-137
HFC134a (R134a) system service tools .......... ATC-18
HFC134a system service equipment precaution ..........
ATC-13
High & low reverse clutch solenoid valve ....... AT-164,
AT-166
Hood ................................................................... BL-14
Horn ................................................................. WW-56
HORN - Wiring diagram ................................... WW-56
HSEAT - Wiring diagram ................................... SE-99
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, EC-839
ICC - Wiring diagram ....................................... ACS-20
ICC/BS - Wiring diagram ................. EC-524, EC-1191
ICC/SW - Wiring diagram ................ EC-510, EC-1176
ICCBOF - Wiring diagram ................ EC-616, EC-1294
Idle air volume learning ....................... EC-49, EC-698
Idle mixture ratio .................................. EC-38, EC-687
Idle speed ............................................ EC-38, EC-687
Idle speed control (ISC) .... EC-392, EC-394, EC-1048,
EC-1050
Ignition coil ....................................... EC-585, EC-1262
Ignition coil(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-185
Ignition coil(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-42
Ignition control system ..................... EC-585, EC-1262
Ignition key hole illumination ............................. LT-153
Ignition timing ...................................... EC-38, EC-687
IGNSYS - Wiring diagram ................ EC-586, EC-1263
Illumination control ............................................ LT-197
In vehicle sensor ........................... ATC-107, ATC-118
INF/D - Wring diagram ....................................... AV-63
INJECT - Wiring diagram ................. EC-598, EC-1275
Injector ............................................. EC-597, EC-1274
Input clutch solenoid valve ................. AT-152, AT-154
Instrument panel ................................................. IP-10
Intake air temperature sensor ........... EC-180, EC-200,
EC-837
, EC-858
Intake door control linkage adjustment ............ ATC-78
Intake door motor ............................ ATC-76, ATC-124
Intake manifold(VK45DE) ............................... EM-174
Intake manifold(VQ35DE) ................................. EM-24
Intake sensor ................................ ATC-113, ATC-120
Intake valve timing control (Bank 1) ... EC-145, EC-795
Intake valve timing control (Bank 2) ... EC-145, EC-795
Intake valve timing control position sensor (Bank 1) ....
EC-1095
Intake valve timing control position sensor (Bank 2) ....
EC-1095
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve (Bank 1) ......
EC-408
, EC-1070
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve (Bank 2) ......
EC-408
, EC-1070
Integrated homelink transmitter ....................... BL-228
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system .............. ACS-6
Interior ................................................................. EI-37
Interior lamp ...................................................... LT-157
IPDM (Intelligent power distribution module engine
room) ................................................................. PG-18
IVCB1 - Wiring diagram .... EC-409, EC-798, EC-1071
IVCB2 - Wiring diagram .... EC-411, EC-800, EC-1073
IVCSB1 - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1096
IVCSB2 - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1098
IVIS (Infiniti vehicle immobilizer system) precautions ...
GI-3
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Knock sensor (KS) ............................. EC-297
, EC-955
KS - Wiring diagram ........................... EC-298, EC-956
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LAN system circuit ........................................... ATC-66
Laser beam aiming adjustment ....................... ACS-12
Latch (lower anchors and tether for children) system ...
SB-11
Line pressure solenoid valve ........................... AT-127
Line pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-52
Liquid gasket application ................................... LU-21
Liquid gasket application(VQ35DE) EM-6, LU-3, CO-3
Location of electrical units ................................. PG-70
Low coast brake solenoid valve ......... AT-168, AT-170
Low tire pressure warning system ...................... WT-7
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ........................ ATC-7, ATC-27
Lubrication circuit (engine)(VK45DE) ................ LU-23
Lubrication circuit (engine)(VQ35DE) .................. LU-5
Lubrication oil A/C .......................................... ATC-161

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MAINTENANCE
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 4
Explanation of General Maintenance ....................... 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7
Schedule 1 ............................................................... 8
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9
Schedule 2 ............................................................. 10
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ................................................................ 10
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .............. 11
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 12
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 12
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 13
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL .................................... 13
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 13
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE) ......... 14
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 14
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 14
ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP BELT ........................................................ 15
AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR BELT ....... 15
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 15
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 15
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 16
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 17
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 17
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 17
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 17
Changing Engine Oil .............................................. 17
Changing Oil Filter ................................................. 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 19
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ..... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................... 19INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................... 20
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 20
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE) ......... 21
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 21
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 21
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 21
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 22
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 22
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 23
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 24
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 24
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 24
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 24
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 25
REMOVAL ........................................................... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................... 25
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 25
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ...... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 27
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 27
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 28
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 28
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 28
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 30
Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 30
Changing Transfer Fluid ......................................... 31
Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 31
Checking Differential Gear Oil ................................ 31
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................ 32
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ............. 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 32
Tire Rotation ........................................................... 34
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 34
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 34
Changing Brake Fluid ............................................. 34
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 35

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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

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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SAE Viscosity NumberALS000G9
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE
10W-30 and 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient
temperature is above -18°C (0°F)
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture RatioALS000GA
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality,
year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solution
contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling
system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or equivalent with the
proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized
water/distilled water.
Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling sys-
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MMA117AA
SMA947CA

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ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL PUMP BELT
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Loosen idler pulley lock nut (A) and adjust tension by turning
adjusting bolt (B).

For specified belt tension, refer to MA-14, "Checking Drive
Belts" .
3. Tighten nut (A).
AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR BELT
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Loosen idler pulley lock nut (C) and adjust tension by turning adjusting bolt (D).

For specified belt tension, refer to MA-14, "Checking Drive Belts" .
3. Tighten nut (C).
Changing Engine CoolantALS000H2
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, never change engine coolant when engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove cap. First, turn cap a quarter of a turn to
release built-up pressure. Then turn cap all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tools.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and remove
radiator cap.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
When drain all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on engine cylinder block.
Refer to EM-121, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to MA-17, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" . : 34.8 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 26 ft-lb)
SBIA0532E
: 34.8 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 26 ft-lb)
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4. Remove reservoir tank, drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-126, "
ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
3. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.

Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS".

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt,1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute
to allow air in system to escape.

When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug with new O-ring.
4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature with radiator cap installed.
5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed.

Repeat two or three times.
Watch engine coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).

Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
7. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
8. Repeat steps 3 through 6 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
9. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.Radiator drain plug:
: 1.18 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 10 in-lb)
SBIA0445E
Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level)
: Approximately 8.6 (9-1/8 US qt, 7-5/8 lmp qt)
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Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at “MAX” level)
: 0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
Air relief plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)
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10. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.

Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
11. Repeat step 10 three times.
12. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating step 3 through 6 until engine coolant level no
longer drops.

Clean excess engine coolant from engine.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Fill radiator with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill radiator and
reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
2. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
4. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
5. Drain water from the system. Refer to MA-15, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
6. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LinesALS000GI
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterALS000GJ
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between
replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7, "
PERIODIC MAINTE-
NANCE" .
Changing Engine OilALS000H3
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, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL
LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
5. Drain engine oil.
SMA803A
SBIA0463E

MA-22
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove engine front undercover with power tool.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.

Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive
belts.
When draining all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on engine cylinder
block. Refer to EM-241, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to MA-23, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
4. Remove reservoir tank, drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If cylinder block water drain plugs are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-244, "
ASSEM-
BLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
3. Fill thermostat housing and reservoir tank to specified level.

Refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4
Imp qt) a minute to allow air in system to escape.

Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent mixed with water (distilled or
demineralized). Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
SBIA0444E
Radiator drain plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
PBIC1530E
Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level):
Approx. 10.0 (10-5/8 US qt, 8-3/4 Imp qt)