instrument cluster INFINITI FX35 2005 Service Manual

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DUCTS AND GRILLES
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Removal and InstallationAJS0015O
REMOVAL
Removal of Center Ventilator Grille
1. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-11, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Remove mounting screws, and then remove center ventilator grille.
Removal of Side Ventilation
Remove side ventilation. Refer to IP-11, "Removal and Installation" .
Removal of Rear Ventilator Grille
1. Remove center pillar lower garnish. Refer to EI-36, "Removal and Installation" .
1. Defroster nozzle 2. Side defroster duct (left) 3. Side ventilator duct (left)
4. Instrument panel 5. Side ventilation (left) 6. Center ventilator grille (left)
7. Center ventilator grille (right) 8. Side ventilation (right) 9. Center ventilator duct (right)
10. Side ventilator duct (right) 11. Side defroster duct (right) 12. Center ventilator duct
13. Center ventilator duct (left)
RJIA2047E
RJIA2048E

AUDIO AV-47
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Removal and Installation of Audio UnitAKS005TO
REMOVAL
1. Perform damper lock operation. Refer toAV- 4 6 , "Locking CD Auto-Changer Mechanism" .
2. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-11, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove screws (6) with power tool, and remove audio unit with display and unified meter and A/C amp. from instrument panel.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Disassembly and Assembly for Audio UnitAKS007YV
DISASSEMBLY
Remove audio unit screws (8) and display screws (4) and unified meter and A/C amp. screws (2) with power
tool and remove bracket.
CAUTION:

When carrying audio unit body, do not touch internal mechanism access from cassette tape slot.

Be careful not to allow foreign matter from cassette tape slot.
ASSEMBLY
Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly.
NOTE:
Use appropriate screws for each, as screws for audio unit and display unit are different from that for unified
meter and A/C amp.
SKIA5800E
1. Display 2. Bracket (LH) 3. Audio unit
4. Screw (For metal) 5. Screw (For plastic) 6. Bracket (RH)
7. Unified meter and A/C amp.
SKIA5799E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS BL-9
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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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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.

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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 fol-
lowing 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 TroubleshootingAIS003A1
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 (J43980) to repair the noise.

IP-6
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845 - 71L00 : 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
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 follow-
ing 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 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 TroubleshootingAIS003CG
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 (J43980) to repair the noise.

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WORK STEP
When removing instrument panel and pad, combination meter, display unit and audio unit, center console take
steps in the order shown by the numbers below.
CAUTION:

Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

Disconnect air bag system line in advance.

Never temper with air bag lid or force air bag lid to open, as this may adversely affect air bag per-
formance.

Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
1. Front defroster grille (RH) 2. Instrument panel and pad 3. Front defroster grille (LH)
4. Screw 5. Bolt 6. Combination meter assembly
7. Steering lock escutcheon 8. Side ventilation (LH) 9. Display unit and audio unit
10. Wiper and washer switch 11. Clip 12. Rubber
13. Lighting and turn signal switch 14. Combination meter bracket 15. Cluster lid C
16. Steering column upper cover 17. Steering column lower cover 18. Steering column front lower cover
19. Instrument side panel (LH) 20. Instrument clock finisher 21. A/T console finisher
22. Instrument driver lower panel 23. Console finisher (LH) 24. Center console
25. Console finisher (RH) 26. Instrument side panel (RH) 27. Instrument lower cover
28. Instrument passenger lower panel 29. Side ventilation (RH) 30. Front passenger air bag module mounting nut
Parts Reference
page Instrument
panel and pad Combination
meter Display unit and
audio unit Center console
(A) Front kicking plate (RH/LH) EI-38
[ 1 ] [ 1 ]
(B) Dash side finisher (RH/LH) EI-37
[ 2 ] [ 2 ]
(C) Front pillar garnish (RH/LH) EI-38
[ 3 ]
(D) A/T select lever knob AT- 2 3 3
[ 4 ] [ 1 ]
(E) Instrument clock finisher IP-12
[ 5 ] [ 2 ]
(F) A/T console finisher IP-12
[ 6 ] [ 3 ]
(G) Console finisher (RH/LH) IP-12
[ 7 ] [ 4 ]
(H) Center console IP-12
[ 8 ] [ 5 ]
(I) Instrument lower cover IP-13
[ 9 ]
(J) Instrument passenger lower panel IP-13
[10]
(K) Instrument driver lower panel IP-13
[11] [ 3 ]
(L) Steering column front lower cover IP-13
[12] [ 4 ]
(M) Steering column lower cover IP-13
[13] [ 5 ]
(N) Steering column upper cover IP-14
[14] [ 6 ]
(O) Wiper and washer switch IP-14
[15] [ 7 ]
(P) Lighting and turn signal switch IP-14
[16] [ 8 ]
(Q) Steering lock escutcheon IP-14
[17] [ 9 ]
(R) Combination meter assembly IP-14
[18] [10]
(S) Instrument side panel (RH/LH) IP-14
[19]
(T) Cluster lid C IP-15
[20] [ 1 ]
(U) Display unit and audio unit IP-15
[21] [ 2 ]
(V) Front defroster grille (RH/LH) IP-15
[22]
(W) Combination meter bracket IP-15
[23]
(X) Side ventilation (RH/LH) IP-16
[24]
(Y) Instrument panel and pad IP-16
[25]

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(T) Cluster Lid C
1. Insert a remover into gap between instrument panel and pad,
pull back to your side, and disconnect metal clips below.
2. Disconnect harness connectors, and remove cluster lid C.
CAUTION:
Cover surroundings with cloth to avoid scratches or damages.
(U) Display Unit and Audio Unit
1. Remove screws with power tool.
2. Disconnect harness connector, and remove display unit and audio unit.
CAUTION:
Unit is heavy, so be careful not to pinch your fingers when
working.
(V) Front Defroster Grille (RH/LH)
Insert a remover into gaps between front defroster grille (RH/LH) and
instrument panel and pad, lift front defroster grille up, and remove
front defroster grille (RH/LH).
(W) Combination Meter Bracket
1. Remove bolts.
2. The installation bolts of the harness clip and steering column assembly is removed, steering column assembly is pulled back-
ward, and set combination meter bracket free from the instru-
ment panel and pad. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
PIIA4994E
PIIB1335E
PIIA5009E
PIIA5010E

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 TroubleshootingAIS003AW
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. 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 (J43980) to repair the noise.

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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 TroubleshootingAIS002WY
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 (J43980) to repair the noise.