coolant INFINITI FX35 2006 Owner's Manual

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WATER PUMP
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b. Screw M8 bolts [pitch: 1.25 mm (0.0492 in) length: approx. 50 mm (1.97 in)] into water pumps upper and lower mounting bolt
holes until they reach timing chain case. Then, alternately
tighten each bolt for a half turn, and pull out water pump.
CAUTION:

Pull straight out while preventing vane from contacting
socket in installation area.

Remove water pump without causing sprocket to contact
timing chain.
c. Remove M8 bolts and O-rings from water pump. CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water pump.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check for badly rusted or corroded water pump body assembly.

Check for rough operation due to excessive end play.

If anything is found, replace water pump.
INSTALLATION
1. Install new O-rings to water pump.

Apply engine oil and engine coolant to O-rings as shown in
the figure.

Locate O-ring with white paint mark to engine front side.
2. Install water pump. CAUTION:
Do not allow cylinder block to nip O-rings when installing
water pump.

Make sure timing chain and water pump sprocket are
engaged.

Insert water pump by tightening mounting bolts alternately
and evenly.
3. Install timing chain tensioner (primary) as follows:
JLC357B
SLC943A
PBIC1397E
PBIC1058E

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WATER PUMP
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b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with the tube presser [SST: WS39930000 ( — )] to mating surface of chain ten-
sioner cover and water pump cover.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS" .
CAUTION:
Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
c. Tighten mounting bolts.
5. Install water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block.

Apply liquid gasket to the thread of water drain plug (front).
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
6. Install in the reverse order of removal for remaining parts.

After starting engine, let idle for three minutes, then rev engine up to 3,000 rpm under no load to
purge air from the high-pressure chamber of chain tensioner. Engine may produce a rattling
noise. This indicates that air still remains in the chamber and is not a matter of concern.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
PBIC2663E

WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY CO-27
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ComponentsNBS003K7
Removal and InstallationNBS003K8
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover using power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and from water drain plug at the front of cylinder block. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-22, "WATER PUMP" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-17, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
4. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) and oil cooler water hose from water inlet and thermostat assembly.
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat assembly. CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water inlet and thermostat assembly.
Replace them as a unit, if necessary.
1. Water inlet and thermostat assembly 2. Gasket
SBIA0483E
SLC962AB

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WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures. It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve operation.

If the malfunctioning condition, when valve seating at ordinary
room temperature, or measured values are out of the standard,
replace water inlet and thermostat assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
Thermostat
Valve opening temperature 76 - 79 °C (169 - 174 °F)
Maximum valve lift 8.6 mm / 90 °C (0.339 in / 194 °F)
Valve closing temperature 71 °C (160 °F)
SLC949A

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ComponentsNBS003K9
Removal and InstallationNBS003KA
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and from water drain plug at the front of cylinder block. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-22, "WATER PUMP" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-19, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
4. Remove air duct (inlet), air duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-17, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR
DUCT" .
5. Remove radiator hose (upper) and heater hose.
6. Remove the following parts, when remove water outlet.

A/T fluid charging pipe; Refer to AT- 2 6 6 , "TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY" .

Intake manifold collectors (upper and lower). Refer to EM-19, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .

Rocker cover (right bank). Refer to EM-51, "ROCKER COVER" .
7. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor as necessary. CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage engine coolant temperature sensor.
8. Remove water outlet, heater pipe, water bypass hoses and water pipe.
1. Harness bracket 2. Water hose 3. Water bypass hose
4. Engine coolant temperature sensor 5. Gasket 6. Water outlet
7. Heater hose 8. Water pipe 9. Radiator hose (upper)
10. Heater pipe 11. Washer 12. O-ring
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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING
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INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Securely insert each hose, and install clamp at a position where it does not interfere with the pipe bulge.

When inserting water pipe into water outlet, apply neutral detergent to O-ring.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) CO-31
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00100
Standard and LimitNBS003KB
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
THERMOSTAT
Engine coolant capacity [With reservoir tank (“MAX” level)] 8.6 (9-1/8, 7- 5/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (At “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)
Cap relief pressure Standard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage testing pressure 157 (1.6, 23)
Valve opening temperature 76 - 79 °C (169 - 174 °F)
Maximum valve lift 8.6 mm / 90 °C (0.339 in / 194 °F)
Valve closing temperature 71 °C (160 °F)

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISPFP:00012
Troubleshooting ChartNBS003KF
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
—
Thermostat and water con-
trol valve stuck closed —
Damaged fins Dust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flow Cooling 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 coolant Engine coolant leaks Cooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into
cooling system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
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ENGINE COOLANT
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ENGINE COOLANTPFP:KQ100
InspectionNBS003KI
LEVEL CHECK

Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the
“MIN” to “MAX” when engine is cool.

Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.
LEAK CHECK

To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap
tester adapter (SST).
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant
escaping from thermostat housing.
CAUTION:
Higher testing pressure than specified may cause radiator
damage.
NOTE:
In a case engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Engine CoolantNBS003KJ
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove radiator cap. First, turn radiator cap a
quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn radiator cap all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then remove radiator cap.
When draining all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on cylinder block. Refer
to EM-249, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-40, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
SMA412B
Testing pressure : 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
PBIC1528E
SBIA0444E

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REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug. CAUTION:
Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-253,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Make sure that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
4. Fill thermostat housing and reservoir tank to specified level.

Refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4
Imp qt) a minute to allow air in system to escape.

Use Genuine Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent mixed with water (distilled or
demineralized). Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug.
5. Install radiator cap.
6. Warm up until opening thermostat. Standard for warming-up time is approximately 10 minutes at 3,000 rpm.

Make sure thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
7. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50 °C (122 °F).

Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.
8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant. Radiator drain plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
PBIC1530E
Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level):
Approx. 10.0 (10-5/8 US qt, 8-3/4 Imp qt)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(At “MAX” level):
0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
SMA412B