overheating INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
B ENGINE
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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
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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

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-
rioration

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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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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-
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Except cool-
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parts mal-
function— Overload on engineAbusive drivingHigh engine rpm under no
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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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Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45Component Inspection ......................................... 414
Removal and Installation ...................................... 414
DTC P1121 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL
ACTUATOR ............................................................ 415
Component Description ........................................ 415
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 415
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 415
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 416
DTC P1122 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL
FUNCTION .............................................................. 417
Description ........................................................... 417
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 417
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 417
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 418
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 419
Component Inspection ......................................... 422
Removal and Installation ...................................... 422
DTC P1124, P1126 THROTTLE CONTROL MOTOR
RELAY .................................................................... 423
Component Description ........................................ 423
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 423
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 423
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 425
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 426
DTC P1128 THROTTLE CONTROL MOTOR ........ 428
Component Description ........................................ 428
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 428
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 428
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 429
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 430
Component Inspection ......................................... 431
Removal and Installation ...................................... 432
DTC P1143, P1163 HO2S1 ..................................... 433
Component Description ........................................ 433
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
. 433
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 433
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 434
Overall Function Check ........................................ 435
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 435
Component Inspection ......................................... 437
Removal and Installation ...................................... 438
DTC P1144, P1164 HO2S1 ..................................... 439
Component Description ........................................ 439
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 439
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 440
Overall Function Check ........................................ 441
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 441
Component Inspection ......................................... 443
Removal and Installation ...................................... 445
DTC P1146, P1166 HO2S2 ..................................... 446
Component Description ........................................ 446
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 446DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................447
Overall Function Check ........................................447
Wiring Diagram .....................................................449
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................452
Component Inspection ..........................................454
Removal and Installation ......................................456
DTC P1147, P1167 HO2S2 .....................................457
Component Description ........................................457
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................457
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................458
Overall Function Check ........................................458
Wiring Diagram .....................................................460
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................463
Component Inspection ..........................................465
Removal and Installation ......................................467
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL ....468
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................468
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................468
Overall Function Check ........................................468
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................469
DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT ..........................470
Description ............................................................470
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................470
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................470
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................470
DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ............471
Description ............................................................471
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................471
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................471
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................471
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE ........472
Description ............................................................472
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................475
Overall Function Check ........................................475
Wiring Diagram .....................................................477
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................479
Main 12 Causes of Overheating ...........................484
Component Inspection ..........................................484
DTC P1225 TP SENSOR ........................................485
Component Description ........................................485
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................485
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................485
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................486
Removal and Installation ......................................486
DTC P1226 TP SENSOR ........................................487
Component Description ........................................487
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................487
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................487
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................488
Removal and Installation ......................................488
DTC P1229 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ................489
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................489
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................489
Wiring Diagram .....................................................490
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................491

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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................1095
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................1095
Wiring Diagram ....................................................1096
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................1099
Component Inspection .........................................11 0 2
Removal and Installation .....................................11 0 2
DTC P1143, P1163 HO2S1 ....................................110 3
Component Description .......................................11 0 3
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 0 3
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................11 0 4
Overall Function Check .......................................11 0 5
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................11 0 5
Component Inspection .........................................11 0 7
Removal and Installation .....................................11 0 8
DTC P1144, P1164 HO2S1 ....................................110 9
Component Description .......................................11 0 9
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 0 9
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................111 0
Overall Function Check .......................................1111
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................1111
Component Inspection .........................................111 3
Removal and Installation .....................................111 5
DTC P1146, P1166 HO2S2 ....................................111 6
Component Description .......................................111 6
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................111 6
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................111 7
Overall Function Check .......................................111 7
Wiring Diagram ....................................................111 9
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................11 2 2
Component Inspection .........................................11 2 5
Removal and Installation .....................................11 2 6
DTC P1147, P1167 HO2S2 ....................................112 7
Component Description .......................................11 2 7
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 2 7
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 2 7
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................11 2 8
Overall Function Check .......................................11 2 8
Wiring Diagram ....................................................11 3 0
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................11 3 3
Component Inspection .........................................11 3 6
Removal and Installation .....................................11 3 7
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL ...113 8
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 3 8
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................11 3 8
Overall Function Check .......................................11 3 9
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................11 3 9
DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT .........................114 0
Description ...........................................................11 4 0
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 4 0
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................11 4 0
Diagnostic Procedure ..........................................11 4 0DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ............11 41
Description ...........................................................11 4 1
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 4 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 4 1
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 4 1
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE .......11 42
Description ...........................................................11 4 2
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 4 3
Overall Function Check ........................................11 4 3
Wiring Diagram ....................................................11 4 5
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 4 7
Main 12 Causes of Overheating ..........................11 5 0
Component Inspection .........................................11 5 1
DTC P1225 TP SENSOR .......................................11 52
Component Description .......................................11 5 2
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 5 2
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 5 2
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 5 3
Removal and Installation ......................................11 5 3
DTC P1226 TP SENSOR .......................................11 54
Component Description .......................................11 5 4
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 5 4
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 5 4
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 5 5
Removal and Installation ......................................11 5 5
DTC P1229 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ...............11 56
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 5 6
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 5 6
Wiring Diagram ....................................................11 5 7
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 5 8
DTC P1444 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE ..............................11 60
Description ...........................................................11 6 0
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 6 0
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 6 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 6 1
Wiring Diagram ....................................................11 6 2
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 6 4
Component Inspection .........................................11 6 7
Removal and Installation ......................................11 6 7
DTC P1446 EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL
VALVE .....................................................................11 68
Component Description .......................................11 6 8
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 6 8
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 6 8
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 6 9
Wiring Diagram ....................................................11 7 0
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................11 7 1
Component Inspection .........................................11 7 2
DTC P1564 ICC STEERING SWITCH ...................11 74
Component Description .......................................11 7 4
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 7 4
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................11 7 4
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................11 7 4

DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeABS006V9
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicABS006VA
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-13, "
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckABS006VB
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
AIR COND SIG

Engine: After warming up, idle
the engineAir conditioner switch: OFF OFF
Air conditioner switch: ON
(Compressor operates.)ON
COOLING FAN

Engine: After warming up, idle
the engine

Air conditioner switch: OFFEngine coolant temperature is 94°C
(201°F) or lessOFF
Engine coolant temperature is
between 95°C (203°F) and 99°C
(210°F)LOW
Engine coolant temperature is
between 100°C (212°F) and 104°C
(219°F)MID
Engine coolant temperature is 105°C
(221°F) or moreHI
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).

Engine coolant level was not added to the
system using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)

IPDM E/R

Cooling fan

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-484,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .

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5. CHECK RADIATOR CAP
Apply pressure to cap with a tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace radiator cap.
6. CHECK THERMOSTAT
1. Check valve seating condition at normal room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and valve lift.
3. Check if valve is closed at 5°C (9°F) below valve opening tem-
perature.
For details, refer to CO-26, "
WATER INLET AND THERMO-
STAT ASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace thermostat
7. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-189, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
8. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-484, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
>>INSPECTION END Radiator cap relief pressure:
59 - 98 kPa (0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm
2
, 9 - 14 psi)
SLC755A
Valve opening temperature: 76.5°C (170°F) [standard]
Valve lift: More than 8.6 mm/90°C
(0.339 in/194°F)
SLC343

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Main 12 Causes of OverheatingABS006VE
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-7, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" .
Component InspectionABS006VF
COOLING FAN MOTORS-1 AND -2
1. Disconnect cooling fan motor harness connectors.
2. Supply cooling fan motor terminals with battery voltage and
check operation.
Cooling fan motor should operate.
If NG, replace cooling fan motor.
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1

Blocked radiator

Blocked condenser

Blocked radiator grille

Blocked bumper

Visual No blocking —
2

Coolant mixture
Coolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixtureMA-13
3
Coolant level
Visual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckCO-11
4
Radiator cap
Pressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2 , 9 - 14
psi) (Limit)CO-15
ON*25
Coolant leaks
Visual No leaksCO-11
ON*26
Thermostat
Touch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hotCO-26
ON*17
Cooling fan
CONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P1217 (EC-472
).
OFF 8

Combustion gas leak
Color checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
39
Coolant temperature
gauge
Visual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—

Coolant overflow to
reservoir tank
Visual No overflow during driving
and idlingCO-11
OFF*410
Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
tor
Visual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankCO-11
OFF 11
Cylinder head
Straight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)EM-100
12
Cylinder block and pis-
tons
Visual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonEM-120
Cooling fan speedCooling fan motor terminals
(+) (−)
Middle (MID)1 3 and 4
2 3 and 4
1 and 2 3
1 and 2 4
High (HI) 1 and 2 3 and 4
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