tow INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

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PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Precautions ACS002L6

Before connecting or disconnecting the A/T assembly har-
ness connector, turn ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect
the battery cable from the negative terminal. Because bat-
tery voltage is applied to TCM even if ignition switch is
turned “OFF”.

After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform
“DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) Confirmation Procedure”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed
in the “DTC Confirmation Procedure”.

Always use the specified brand of ATF. Refer to MA-12, "Fluids and Lubricants" .

Use paper rags not cloth rags during work.

After replacing the ATF, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.

Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the transmission. It is important to
prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.

Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.

Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.

Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.

All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.

It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.

The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent
springs and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.

Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.

Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings
and seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.

Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.

After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.

When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque
converter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer
to AT- 1 2 , "
Changing A/T Fluid" , AT- 1 2 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
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A/T FLUID
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7. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
8. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and of the cooler outlet
hose.
9. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 - 9 kg/cm
2 (70 - 130 psi) through the cooler outlet hose for 10 sec-
onds to force out any remaining fluid.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 three additional times.
11. Position an oil pan under the banjo bolts that connect the fluid cooler steel lines to the transmission.
12. Remove the banjo bolts.
13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the transmission by spraying the Transmission
Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 - 9 kg/cm
2 (70 - 130 psi) through each steel line from the cooler side
back toward the transmission for 10 seconds to force out any remaining fluid.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform AT- 1 5 , "
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE" .
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exterior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the automatic transmission's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of the Transmission
Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:

Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying
the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.

Spray the Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with ade-
quate ventilation.

Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis-
sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet hose until fluid flows out of the cooler
inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the
cooler inlet hose.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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DTC Inspection Priority ChartACS007A2
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If DTC “U1000” is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for “DTC U1000 CAN
COMMUNICATION LINE”. Refer to AT- 1 0 5
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Fail-SafeACS007A3
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode makes it possible to operate even if there is a an mal-
function in a main electronic control input/output signal circuit.
In fail-safe mode, even if the selector lever is “D” or “M” mode, the transmission is fixed in 2nd or 4th (depend-
ing on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”. When fail-safe
mode is triggered, when the ignition switch is switched “ON”, the A/T CHECK indicator lamp flashes for about
8 seconds. (Refer to AT- 1 0 3 , "
TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" ).
Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under special conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the tire rotation), the transmission can go into fail-safe
mode. If this happens, switch “OFF” the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it “ON” again to return to
the normal shift pattern. Also, the A/T CHECK indicator lamp flashes for about 8 seconds once, then is
cleared. Therefore, the customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the “diagnostics
flow” (Refer to AT- 4 5
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FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, this function controls the A/T to make driving possible.
Vehicle Speed Sensor A/T (Revolution Sensor)

Signals are input from two systems - from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) installed on the
transmission and from combination meter so normal driving is possible even if there is a malfunction in
one of the systems. And if vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) has unusual cases, 5th gear and
manual mode are prohibited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor

If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor

If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based
on input indicating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre-determined accelerator opening) in order
to make driving possible.
PNP Switch

In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters the TCM, the position indicator is switched “OFF”, the
starter relay is switched “OFF” (starter starting is disabled), the back-up lamp relay switched “OFF” (back-
up lamp is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” range to make driving possible.
Starter Relay

The starter relay is switched “OFF”. (Starter starting is disabled.)
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN communication line
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SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM
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REMOVAL
1. Disconnect lower lever of control device and control rod.
2. Remove knob cover below selector lever downward.
3. Pull lock pin out of selector lever knob.
4. Remove selector lever knob.
5. Remove console finisher.

Refer to IP-10, "Component Parts Drawing" .
6. Remove center console.

Refer to IP-10, "Component Parts Drawing" .
7. Remove key interlock cable from control device.

Refer to AT- 2 4 0 , "Removal and Installation" .
8. Disconnect A/T device harness connector.
9. Remove control device assembly.
INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order of removal. Be careful of the following:

After installation is completed, adjust and check A/T position.
Adjustment of A/T PositionACS002RR
1. Loosen nut of control rod.
2. Place PNP switch and selector lever in “P” position.
3. While pressing lower lever toward rear of vehicle (in P position
direction), tighten nut to specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not push the bracket.
Checking of A/T PositionACS002RS
1. Place selector lever in “P” position, and turn ignition switch ON (Do not start engine).
2. Make sure selector lever can be shifted to other than “P” position when brake pedal is depressed. Also
make sure selector lever can be shifted from “P” position only when brake pedal is depressed.
3. Move the selector lever and check for excessive effort, sticking, noise or rattle.
4. Confirm the selector lever stops at each position with the feel of engagement when it is moved through all
the positions. Check whether or not the actual position the selector lever is in matches the position shown
by the shift position indicator and the transmission body.
5. The method of operating the lever to individual positions cor-
rectly should be as shown in the figure.
6. When selector button is pressed in “P”, “R”, or “N” position with-
out applying forward/backward force to selector lever, check but-
ton operation for sticking.
7. Confirm the back-up lamps illuminate only when lever is placed
in the “R” position. Confirm the back-up lamps does not illumi-
nate when selector lever is pushed against “R” position in the
“P” or “N” position.
8. Confirm the engine can only be started with the selector lever in
the “P” and “N” positions.
9. Make sure transmission is locked completely in “P” position.
10. When selector lever is set to manual shift gate, make sure manual mode is displayed on combination
meter.
Shift selector lever to “+” and “-” sides, and make sure set shift position changes.
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:26 N·m (2.7 kg-m, 19 ft-lb)
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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Installation
CAUTION:
After completing installation, check A/T fluid leakage and fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 2 , "
Changing A/T
Fluid" , AT- 1 2 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
1. Install O-ring in A/T assembly harness connector.
CAUTION:

Do not reuse O-ring.

Apply ATF to O-ring.
2. Install A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 to bracket.
3. Install A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 in control valve with TCM.
(With bracket.)
CAUTION:
Adjust bolt hole of bracket to bolt hole of control valve with
TCM.
4. Install control valve with TCM in transmission case.
CAUTION:

Make sure that turbine revolution sensor securely installs
turbine revolution sensor hole.

Hang down revolution sensor harness toward outside so
as not to disturb installation of control valve with TCM.

Adjust A/T assembly harness connector of control valve
with TCM to terminal hole of transmission case.
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b. Install A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 (with bracket) in control
valve with TCM.
CAUTION:
Adjust bolt hole of bracket to bolt hole of control valve.
c. Install O-ring to A/T assembly harness connector.
CAUTION:

Do not reuse O-ring.

Apply ATF to O-ring.
d. Install control valve with TCM in transmission case.
CAUTION:

Make sure that turbine revolution sensor securely installs
turbine revolution sensor hole.

Hang down revolution sensor harness toward outside so
as not to disturb installation of control valve with TCM.

Adjust A/T assembly harness connector of control valve
with TCM to terminal hole of transmission case.

Assemble it so that manual valve cutout is engaged with
manual plate projection.
e. Install bolts A, B and C to control valve with TCM.: 7.9 N·m (0.81 kg-m, 70 in-lb)
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HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY
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HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLYPFP:27110
Removal and InstallationAJS0015J
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge refrigerant.
2. Drain coolant from cooling system. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" (VQ35DE) or CO-36,
"Changing Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).
3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-24, "
COWL TOP" .
4. Remove high-pressure pipe 2 mounting clip.
5. Remove low-pressure flexible hose bracket mounting bolts.
6. Disconnect evaporator-side one touch joint.
a. Set a disconnector (High-pressure side: 92530-89908, Low-
pressure side: 92530-89916) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it.
CAUTION:
Seal connection opening of piping with a cap or vinyl tape
to avoid exposure to atmosphere.
7. Remove electronic control throttle assembly (VQ35DE). Refer to
EM-19, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
8. Disconnect two heater hoses from heater core.
9. Remove instrument panel assembly. Refer to IP-11, "
Removal
and Installation" .
10. Remove blower unit. Refer to ATC-121, "
BLOWER UNIT" .
11. Remove instrument stays (driver side and passenger side).
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DUCTS AND GRILLES
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Removal of Rear Ventilator Ducts
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-11, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Slide rear ventilator duct 2 toward vehicle front, and then remove it.
3. Remove floor carpet. Refer to EI-40, "
Removal and Installation" .
4. Remove rear ventilator duct 3 mounting clips, and then remove rear ventilator duct 3.
5. Remove instrument panel assembly. Refer to IP-11, "
Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove rear ventilator duct 1 with center floor duct attached.
7. Remove rear ventilator duct 1 from center floor duct.
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REFRIGERANT LINES
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REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove the air cleaner and air duct. Refer to EM-17, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" (VQ35DE) or EM-
172, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" (VK45DE).
3. Remove mounting bolt for low-pressure flexible hose bracket.
4. Disconnect one-touch joint between low-pressure flexible hose
and low-pressure pipe 1.
a. Set a disconnector (92530-89916) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
5. Remove mounting nut from low-pressure flexible hose.
6. Remove low-pressure flexible hose.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
7. Remove low-pressure pipe (VK45DE).
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REFRIGERANT LINES
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INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:

Replace the O-ring of the high-pressure flexible hose with a new one, then apply compressor oil to
it when installing it.

Connection point for female-side piping is thin. So, when inserting male-side piping, take care not
to deform female-side piping. Slowly insert in axial direction.

Insert one-touch joint connection point securely until it clicks.

After piping has been connected, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure piping does not
come off.

When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Low-pressure Pipe 1 (Engine Compartment)AJS0015V
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-24, "
COWL TOP" .
3. Remove mounting bolt for low-pressure pipe 1 bracket and low-
pressure flexible hose bracket.
4. Disconnect one-touch joints.
a. Set a disconnector (92530-89916) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it.
5. Remove low-pressure pipe 1.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such
as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.Bolt mounting the high-pressure flexible hose bracket
Tightening torque : 5.5 N·m (0.56 kg-m, 49 in-lb)
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