heating INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

ATC-2Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45DUAL SWITCH (WITH LEFT AND RIGHT VEN-
TILATION TEMPERATURE SEPARATELY
CONTROL SYSTEM) .......................................... 35
Fail-safe Function ................................................... 36
Discharge Air Flow ................................................. 37
System Description ................................................. 38
SWITCHES AND THEIR CONTROL FUNCTION ... 38
CAN Communication System Description .............. 39
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ............................................ 40
CONSULT-II ............................................................ 40
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION ....................... 40
DATA MONITOR .................................................. 41
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair ...................................................... 42
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 42
SYMPTOM TABLE .............................................. 42
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 43
ENGINE COMPARTMENT .................................. 43
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT .......................... 44
Schematic ............................................................... 45
Wiring Diagram —A/C— ......................................... 46
Auto Amp. Terminals and Reference Value ............ 51
PIN CONNECTOR TERMINAL LAYOUT ............ 51
TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR
UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. ........................ 51
Self-diagnosis Function .......................................... 53
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 53
FUNCTION CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE ...... 54
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: TEMPERATURE
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 59
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: FOOT POSITION
SETTING TRIMMER ........................................... 60
AUXILIARY MECHANISM: INLET PORT MEM-
ORY FUNCTION ................................................. 60
Operational Check .................................................. 61
CHECKING MEMORY FUNCTION ..................... 61
CHECKING BLOWER ......................................... 61
CHECKING DISCHARGE AIR ............................ 61
CHECKING RECIRCULATION ............................ 62
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE ......... 62
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE .......... 62
CHECK A/C SWITCH .......................................... 62
CHECKING AUTO MODE ................................... 63
Power Supply and Ground Circuit for Auto Amp. ... 63
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 63
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 64
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR A/C SYSTEM ... 64
LAN System Circuit ................................................ 66
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR LAN CIR-
CUIT .................................................................... 66
Mode Door Motor Circuit ........................................ 70
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 70
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................... 71
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 72
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR MODE
DOOR MOTOR ................................................... 72
Air Mix Door Motor Circuit ...................................... 73
INSPECTION FLOW ........................................... 73SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 74
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 75
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR AIR MIX
DOOR .................................................................. 75
Air Mix Door Motor PBR Circuit .............................. 75
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR AIR MIX
DOOR PBR .......................................................... 75
Intake Door Motor Circuit ........................................ 76
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 76
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 77
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 78
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE
DOOR MOTOR .................................................... 78
Blower Motor Circuit ................................................ 79
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 79
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 80
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ............................ 81
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR BLOWER
MOTOR ................................................................ 81
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 83
Magnet Clutch Circuit .............................................. 84
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 84
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..................................... 85
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR MAGNET
CLUTCH .............................................................. 85
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................... 90
Insufficient Cooling .................................................. 91
INSPECTION FLOW ............................................ 91
PERFORMANCE TEST DIAGNOSIS .................. 93
PERFORMANCE CHART .................................... 95
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRES-
SURE ................................................................... 96
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INSUFFI-
CIENT COOLING ................................................. 98
Insufficient Heating ...............................................100
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................100
Noise .....................................................................101
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................101
Self-diagnosis .......................................................102
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................102
Memory Function ..................................................103
INSPECTION FLOW ..........................................103
Ambient Sensor Circuit .........................................104
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................104
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INPUT PROCESS .104
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR AMBIENT
SENSOR ............................................................104
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................106
In-vehicle Sensor Circuit .......................................107
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................107
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR IN-VEHICLE
SENSOR ............................................................108
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................109
Sunload Sensor Circuit .........................................110
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION ..........................110
SUNLOAD INPUT PROCESS ...........................110
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR SUNLOAD
SENSOR ............................................................110

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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WORK FLOW
SYMPTOM TABLE
*1ATC-61, "Operational Check"
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Symptom Reference Page
A/C system does not come on. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for A/C System.AT C - 6 3 , "
Power
Supply and Ground
Circuit for Auto
Amp."
A/C system cannot be controlled.
Go to Integrated Display System.

Go to Navigation System.AV-78, "
Trouble
Diagnosis Chart by
Symptom" (Without
navigation system)
or AV-84, "
A/C and
AV Switch Does Not
Operate" (With nav-
igation system)
Air outlet does not change.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Mode Door Motor. (LAN)AT C - 7 0 , "
Mode
Door Motor Circuit"Mode door motor does not operate normally.
Discharge air temperature does not change.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Air Mix Door Motor.
(LAN)ATC-73, "
Air Mix
Door Motor Circuit"Air mix door motor does not operate nor-
mally.
Intake door does not change.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Intake Door Motor. (LAN)ATC-76, "
Intake
Door Motor Circuit"Intake door motor does not operate nor-
mally.
Blower motor operation is malfunctioning.
Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Blower Motor.ATC-79, "
Blower
Motor Circuit"Blower motor operation is malfunctioning
under out of starting fan speed control.
Magnet clutch does not engage. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Magnet Clutch.ATC-84, "
Magnet
Clutch Circuit"
Insufficient coolingGo to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Insufficient Cooling.AT C - 9 1 , "
Insufficient
Cooling"
Go to Diagnostic Procedure for Insufficient Cooling.AT C - 9 8 , "
DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCE-
DURE FOR
INSUFFICIENT
COOLING"
Insufficient heating Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Insufficient Heating.ATC-100, "Insuffi-
cient Heating"
Noise Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Noise.ATC-101, "Noise"
Self-diagnosis cannot be performed. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Self-diagnosis.ATC-102, "Self-
diagnosis"
Memory function does not operate. Go to Trouble Diagnosis Procedure for Memory Function.ATC-103, "Memory
Function"

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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CHECKING RECIRCULATION
1. Press recirculation (REC) switch one time. Recirculation indica-
tor should illuminate.
2. Press fresh (FRE) switch one time. Fresh indicator should illumi-
nate.
3. Listen for intake door position change (you should hear blower
sound change slightly).
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 7 6 , "
Intake Door
Motor Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
NOTE:
Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual
inspection) and intake door position is at FRESH when the DEF or D/F is selected.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE DECREASE
1. Press temperature (DOWN) switch (driver side) until 18°C
(60°F) is displayed.
2. Check for cold air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 9 1 , "
Insufficient
Cooling" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECKING TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press temperature (UP) switch (driver side) until 32°C (90°F) is
displayed.
2. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for ATC-100, "
Insufficient
Heating" .
If OK, continue the check.
CHECK A/C SWITCH
1. Press AUTO switch and A/C switch.
2. A/C switch indicator will turn ON.

Confirm that the compressor clutch engages (sound or visual
inspection).
If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for AT C - 8 4 , "
Magnet Clutch
Circuit" .
If OK, continue the check.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Insufficient HeatingAJS00150
SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
*1ATC-61, "Operational Check".*2AT C - 7 3 , "Air Mix Door Motor Circuit".*3ATC-54, "FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 4 to
6.
*4ATC-54, "
FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 13.*5AT C - 6 6 , "
LAN System Circuit".*6ATC-79, "Blower Motor Circuit".
*7EC-185, "
DTC P0117, P0118 ECT
SENSOR" (VQ35DE) or EC-842,
"DTC P0117, P0118 ECT SEN-
SOR" (VK45DE).*8CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant"
(VQ35DE) or CO-36, "
Changing
Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).*9CO-15, "
Checking Radiator Cap"
(VQ35DE) or CO-41, "
Checking
Radiator Cap" (VK45DE).
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Read the Following Precautions When Repairing HSS:
1. Additional points to consider
lThe repair of reinforcements (such as side members) by heat-
ing is not recommended since it may weaken the component.
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above
550°C (1,022°F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appro-
priate.)
lWhen straightening body panels, use caution in pulling any
HSS panel. Because HSS is very strong, pulling may cause
deformation in adjacent portions of the body. In this case,
increase the number of measuring points, and carefully pull
the HSS panel.
lWhen cutting HSS panels, avoid gas (torch) cutting if possi-
ble. Instead, use a saw to avoid weakening surrounding areas
due to heat. If gas (torch) cutting is unavoidable, allow a mini-
mum margin of 50 mm (1.97in).
lWhen welding HSS panels, use spot welding whenever possi-
ble in order to minimize weakening surrounding areas due to
heat.
If spot welding is impossible, use M.I.G. welding. Do not use
gas (torch) welding because it is inferior in welding strength.
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 3
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 5
Special Service Tools ............................................... 5
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS .......................... 7
Troubleshooting Chart .............................................. 7
COOLING SYSTEM .................................................... 9
Cooling Circuit .......................................................... 9
System Drawing ..................................................... 10
ENGINE COOLANT ...................................................11
Inspection ................................................................ 11
LEVEL CHECK .................................................... 11
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .... 11
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 11
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 11
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 12
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 13
RADIATOR ................................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 15
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 15
Checking Radiator .................................................. 16
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) .............................. 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................... 17
PREPARATION ................................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 18
INSPECTION ...................................................... 20
COOLING FAN ......................................................... 21
Removal and Installation ........................................ 21
REMOVAL ........................................................... 21INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 21
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 21
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 21
WATER PUMP .......................................................... 22
Removal and Installation ........................................ 22
REMOVAL ........................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 25
WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY .... 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................... 27
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 27
WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING ................... 28
Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
REMOVAL ........................................................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 29
Standard and Limit .................................................. 29
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) .................................................................. 29
THERMOSTAT .................................................... 29
RADIATOR .......................................................... 29
VK45DE
PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 30
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ................................................................. 30
PREPARATION ......................................................... 31
Special Service Tools ............................................. 31
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 31
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ........................ 32
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................ 32

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
ABS009A8
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 Liquid GasketABS005ZR
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating
surface using a seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket
sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the
side as shown in the figure.

In areas where seal cutter is difficult to use, use plastic hammer
to lightly tap the areas where the liquid gasket is applied.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using a scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid
gasket application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid
gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating sur-
face with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove
adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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Troubleshooting ChartABS004UZ
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunctionPoor heat transferWater pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
— Thermostat stuck closed —
Damaged finsDust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tubeExcess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flowCooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly — High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio—— —
Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolantEngine coolant leaksCooling hoseLoose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator capLoose
Poor sealing
RadiatorO-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tankExhaust gas leaks into
cooling systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function— Overload on engineAbusive drivingHigh engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
— Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flowBlocked bumper —
— Blocked radiator grilleInstalled car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser
Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp Symptom Check items

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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Troubleshooting ChartABS006JF
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunctionPoor heat transferWater pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
— Thermostat stuck closed —
Damaged finsDust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tubeExcess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flowCooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly — High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio—— —
Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolantEngine coolant leaksCooling hoseLoose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator capLoose
Poor sealing
RadiatorO-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tankExhaust gas leaks into
cooling systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
rioration