alignment INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART FX35/FX45
ENGINE TUNE-UP DATA (VK45DE)
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen* )
ELS0003X
* : Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.Engine modelVK45DE
Firing order1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Idle speed
A/T (In “P” or “N” position) rpm650±50
Ignition timing
(BTDC at idle speed)12°±5°
CO% at idle 0.7 - 9.9 % and engine runs smoothly
Tensions of drive belts Auto adjustment by auto tensioner
Radiater cap relief pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
Standard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0 , 11 - 14 )
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Cooling system leakage testing pressure
157(1.6, 23)
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
Compression pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)/rpm
Standard 1,320 (13.5, 191) /300
Minimum 1,130 (11.5, 164)/300
Spark plug Standard type PLFR5A - 11
Hot type PLFR4A - 11
Cold type PLFR6A - 11
Camber Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum – 1° 29′ ( – 1.48° )
Nominal – 0° 44′ ( – 0.73° )
Maximum 0° 01′ ( 0.02° )
Left and right difference 45′ ( 0.75° ) or less
Caster Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 3° 02′ ( 3.03° )
Nominal 3° 47′ ( 3.78° )
Maximum 4° 32′ ( 4.53° )
Left and right difference 45′ ( 0.75° ) or less
Kingpin inclination Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 12° 20′ ( 12.33° )
Nominal 13° 05′ ( 13.08° )
Maximum 13 50′ ( 13.83° )
Total toe-in Distance (A – B) Minimum 0.6 mm ( 0.024 in )
Nominal 1.6 mm ( 0.063 in )
Maximum 2.6 mm ( 0.102 in )
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute (Degree)Minimum –
Nominal 6′ ( 0.1° )
Maximum –
Wheel turning angle (Full turn) Inside MInimum 32° 00′ ( 32.0° )
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Nominal 35° 00′ ( 35.0° )
Maximum 36° 00′ ( 36.0° )
Outside
Nominal 30° 00′ ( 30.0° )
Degree minute (Decimal degree)
2004

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
2004

BL-4Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45Diagnostic Procedure 5 ........................................205
VEHICLE SECURITY HEADLAMP ALARM
CHECK ..............................................................205
Diagnostic Procedure 6 ........................................205
DOOR LOCK AND UNLOCK SWITCH CHECK .205
IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-
NATS) ......................................................................206
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location .206
System Description ...............................................206
DESCRIPTION ..................................................206
SECURITY INDICATOR ....................................207
System Composition .............................................208
ECM Re-communicating Function ........................208
Wiring Diagram – NATS – .....................................209
MODELS WITH INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM . 209
MODELS WITHOUT INTELLIGENT KEY SYS-
TEM ...................................................................211
Terminals and Reference Value for Steering Lock
Unit/with Intelligent Key System ...........................212
Terminals and Reference Value for Intelligent Key
Unit/with Intelligent Key System ...........................212
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM ..............213
CONSULT-II ..........................................................214
CONSULT-II INSPECTION PROCEDURE ........214
CONSULT-II DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE FUNC-
TION ..................................................................215
HOW TO READ SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS .215
NATS SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT ITEM
CHART ..............................................................216
Diagnosis Procedure ............................................217
WORK FLOW ....................................................217
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart .......................218
Security Indicator Inspection ................................218
Diagnostic Procedure 1 ........................................219
Diagnostic Procedure 2 ........................................220
Diagnostic Procedure 3 ........................................221
Diagnostic Procedure 4 ........................................222
Diagnostic Procedure 5 ........................................223
Diagnostic Procedure 6 ........................................224
Diagnostic Procedure 7 ........................................226
Removal and Installation NATS Antenna Amp. ....227
REMOVAL .........................................................227
INSTALLATION ..................................................227
INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER ...........228Wiring Diagram —TRNSCV— ..............................228
Trouble Diagnoses ................................................229
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................229
BODY REPAIR ........................................................231
Body Exterior Paint Color ......................................231
Body Component Parts .........................................232
UNDERBODY COMPONENT PARTS ...............232
BODY COMPONENT PARTS ............................234
Corrosion Protection .............................................236
DESCRIPTION ..................................................236
ANTI-CORROSIVE WAX ...................................237
UNDERCOATING ..............................................238
STONE GUARD COAT ......................................239
Body Sealing .........................................................240
DESCRIPTION ..................................................240
Body Construction .................................................243
BODY CONSTRUCTION ...................................243
Body Alignment .....................................................244
BODY CENTER MARKS ...................................244
PANEL PARTS MATCHING MARKS .................245
DESCRIPTION ..................................................246
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ................................247
UNDERBODY ....................................................249
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT ........................251
REAR BODY ......................................................253
Handling Precautions For Plastics ........................255
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASTICS ..255
LOCATION OF PLASTIC PARTS ......................256
Precautions In Repairing High Strength Steel .......258
HIGH STRENGTH STEEL (HSS) USED IN NIS-
SAN VEHICLES .................................................258
Replacement Operations ......................................261
DESCRIPTION ..................................................261
HOODLEDGE ....................................................264
FRONT SIDE MEMBER ....................................266
FRONT SIDE MEMBER (PARTIAL REPLACE-
MENT) ................................................................268
FRONT PILLAR .................................................270
CENTER PILLAR ...............................................272
OUTER SILL ......................................................274
REAR FENDER .................................................276
REAR PANEL ....................................................278
REAR END CROSSMEMBER ...........................280
REAR FLOOR REAR .........................................282
REAR SIDE MEMBER EXTENSION .................285

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll The following
materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW(TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingAIS004LF
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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BODY REPAIR
Revision: 2004 November2004 FX35/FX45
Body AlignmentAIS00627
BODY CENTER MARKS
A mark has been placed on each part of the body to indicate the vehicle center. When repairing parts dam-
aged by an accident which might affect the vehicle frame (members, pillars, etc.), more accurate and effective
repair will be possible by using these marks together with body alignment specifications.
SIIA2258E

BODY REPAIR
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PANEL PARTS MATCHING MARKS
A mark has been placed on each body panel to indicate the parts matching positions. When repairing parts
damaged by an accident which might affect the vehicle structure (members, pillars, etc.), more accurate and
effective repair will be possible by using these marks together with body alignment specifications.
SIIA2259E

BRC-6
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
ON-VEHICLE SERVICEPFP:00000
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral PositionAFS001S9
In case of doing work that applies to the list below, make sure to adjust neutral position of steering angle sen-
sor before running vehicle.
×: Required
–: Not required
CAUTION:
To adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor, make sure to use CONSULT-II.
(Adjustment cannot be done without CONSULT-II.)
1. Stop vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector on vehicle, and turn ignition
switch ON (do not start engine).
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
3. Touch “ABS”, “WORK SUPPORT” and “ST ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT” on CONSULT-II screen in
this order. Refer to BRC-26, "
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURE" .
4. Touch “START”.
CAUTION:
Do not touch steering wheel while adjusting steering angle
sensor.
5. After approximately 10 seconds, touch “END”. (After approxi-
mately 60 seconds, it ends automatically.)
6. Turn ignition switch OFF, then turn it ON again.
CAUTION:
Be sure to carry out above operation.
7. Run vehicle with front wheels in straight-ahead position, then
stop.
8. Select “DATA MONITOR”, “SELECTION FROM MENU”, and “STR ANGLE SIG” on CONSULT-II screen.
Then make sure “STR ANGLE SIG” is within 0 ±3.5 deg. If value is more than specification, repeat steps 3
to 7.
9. Erase memory of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) and ECM.
10. Turn ignition switch OFF.
Calibration of Decel G-sensor (AWD Model)AFS001TQ
NOTE:
After removing/installing or replacing yaw rate/side/decel G-sensor, ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit), suspension components, or after adjusting wheel alignment make sure to calibrate of decel G-sensor
before running vehicle.
CAUTION:
To calibrate decel G-sensor, make sure to use CONSULT-II. (Adjustment cannot be done without CON-
SULT-II.)
Situation Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position
Removing/Installing ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)−
Replacing ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)×
Removing/Installing steering angle sensor×
Removing/Installing steering components×
Removing/Installing suspension components×
Change 4 tires to new ones –
Tire rotation–
Adjusting wheel alignment×
SFIA0371E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-35
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisAFS001SR
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-12, "How to Proceed With Diagno-
sis" .

If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), steering angle sensor, steering system parts or suspension
system parts have been replaced, or if alignment has been adjusted, be sure to adjust neutral position of
steering angle sensor before driving. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Posi-
tion" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-27, "SELF-DIAGNOSIS" .

When checking continuity and voltage between units, be sure to check for disconnection, looseness,
bend, or collapse of connector terminals. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace connector termi-
nals.

For intermittent symptoms, possible cause is malfunction in harness, harness connector, or terminals.
Move harness, harness connector, and terminals to check for poor connections.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

To use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), active tests,
or work support, first stop work, then connect CONSULT-II and select “ABS”.

While self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II shows malfunction, if CONSULT-II active test is performed,
an engine system error may be indicated. In this case, start engine to resume the normal screen.

VDC/TCS/ABS system electronically controls brake operation and engine output. The following symptoms
may be caused by normal operations:
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noiseThis is noise of motor inside ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Slight noise may occur during VDC, TCS, and ABS operation.
Normal
When the vehicle speed goes over 20 km/h (12.5 MPH), motor and
valves operating noise may be heard. It happens only once after IGN
(ignition) is ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check
noiseWhen engine starts, slight “click” noise may be heard from engine room.
This is normal and is part of system operation check.Normal
VDC/TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp blink-
ing)TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving
over location where friction coefficient varies, when up/downshifting, or
when fully depressing accelerator pedal.
Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer. For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press
VDC OFF SW to turn VDC/TCS function off.
When accelerator pedal is depressed on a chassis dynamometer (fixed
front-wheel type), vehicle speed will not increase. This is not normal. It is
result of TCS being activated by stationary front wheels. Warning lamp
may also illuminate to indicate “sensor system error”. This is also nor-
mal, and is the result of the stationary front wheels being detected. To be
certain, restart engine, and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more.
Make sure warning lamp does not illuminate.
ABS operation (Longer stop-
ping distance)On roads with low friction coefficients, such as snowy roads or gravel
roads, vehicles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. There-
fore, when driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed
sufficiently low.Normal
Insufficient feeling of accel-
erationDepending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of accelera-
tion is insufficient. This is because traction control, which controls
engine and brakes to achieve optimal traction, has the highest priority
(for safety). As a result, there may be times when acceleration is slightly
less than usual for the same accelerator pedal operation.Normal

EC-796
[VK45DE]
DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor
Intake valve timing control position sensors are located in the front of
cylinder heads in both bank 1 and bank 2.
This sensor uses a Hall IC.
The cam position is determined by the intake primary cam sprocket
concave (in three places). The ECM provides feedback to the intake
valve timing control for appropriate target valve open-close timing
according to drive conditions based on detected cam position.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeABS00C0G
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicABS00C0H
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
SEF359Z
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V TIM (B1)
INT/V TIM (B2)

Engine: After warming up

Air conditioner switch: OFF

Shift lever: N

No loadIdle−5° - 5°CA
2,000 rpm Approx. 0° - 20°CA
INT/V SOL (B1)
INT/V SOL (B2)

Engine: After warming up

Air conditioner switch: OFF

Shift lever: N

No loadIdle 0% - 2%
2,000 rpm Approx. 25% - 50%
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name Detecting condition Possible cause
P0011
0011
(Bank 1)
Intake valve timing control
performanceAThe alignment of the intake valve timing
control has been misresistered.

Harness or connectors
(Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve circuit is open or shorted.)

Harness or connectors
(Intake valve timing control position
sensor circuit is open or shorted.)

Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve

Intake valve timing control position
sensor

Crankshaft position sensor (POS)

Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)

Accumulation of debris to the signal
pick-up portion of the camshaft P0021
0021
(Bank 2)BThere is a gap between angle of target
and phase-control angle degree.
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Intake valve timing control The signal is not energized to the solenoid valve and the valve control does not function

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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E
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MA
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EI
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll The following
materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW(TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingAIS00376
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.