radiator INFINITI FX35 2006 Workshop Manual

RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) CO-45
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RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)PFP:21460
ComponentsNBS005RX
Disassembly and AssemblyNBS003KN
PREPARATION
1. Attach spacer to tip of radiator plate pliers A (SST). Spacer specification: 18 mm (0.71 in) wide × 8.5 mm (0.335 in)
long × 1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick.
2. Make sure that when radiator plate pliers A are closed dimension H ′′ is approx. 7.6 mm (0.299 in).
3. Adjust dimension H ′′ with spacer, if necessary.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove upper and lower tanks with radiator plate pliers B
(SST).
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble lower tank and A/T fluid cooler.
NOTE:
Regard lower tank and A/T fluid cooler as an assembly.
1. Upper tank 2. Sealing rubber 3. Core
4. Lower tank (with A/T fluid cooler)
PBIC2549E
SLC655CB
SLC903-A

CO-46
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Grip the crimped edge and bend it upwards so that radiator
plate pliers B slips off.
CAUTION:
Do not bend excessively.

In areas where radiator plate pliers B cannot be used, use
flat-blade screwdriver to bend the edge up.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage tank.
2. Remove sealing rubber.
3. Make sure the edge stands straight up.
ASSEMBLY
1. Clean contact portion of tank.
SLC893
SLC930
SLC931
SLC932

RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) CO-47
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2. Install new sealing rubber while pushing it with fingers. CAUTION:
Be careful not to twist sealing rubber.
3. Caulk tank in numerical order as shown in the figure with radia- tor plate pliers A (SST).

Use pliers in the locations where radiator plate pliers A cannot
be used.
SLC917A
SLC904-A
PBIC2076E
SLC897

CO-48
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4. Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.
5. Make sure that there is no leakage. Refer to CO-48, "
INSPECTION" .
INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with radiator cap tester adapter (SST) and radia-
tor cap tester (commercial service tool).

provide used radiator and connect it to tested radiator using
radiator hoses as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
The used radiator should be tested beforehand to confirm it
has no leakage. If used one is not available, it is possible to
use new service part as a radiator testing tool.
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of hose coming undone while under pressure, securely fasten it down with
hose clamp.
CAUTION:
Attach hose to A/T fluid cooler to seal its inlet and outlet.
2. Check for leakage by soaking radiator in water container with the testing pressure applied. Standard height “H” : 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
SLC554A
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)PBIC1658E
PBIC1699E

COOLING FAN CO-49
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COOLING FANPFP:21140
Components (Crankshaft Driven type)NBS005RY
Removal and InstallationNBS003KO
REMOVAL
1. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-177, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
2. Remove engine front undercover with power tool.
3. Remove radiator shroud (lower). Refer to CO-41, "
RADIATOR" .
4. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-174, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
5. Remove fan coupling and cooling fan assembly. CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch radiator core when removing.
6. Remove cooling fan from fan coupling.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Fan Coupling
Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions.

If anything is found, replace fan coupling.
Cooling Fan
Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.

If anything is found, replace cooling fan.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, install in the reverse order of removal.

Install cooling fan with its front mark “F” facing front of vehicle. Refer to CO-49, "Removal and Installation"
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1. Cooling fan 2. Fan coupling 3. Fan pulley
4. Water pump
PBIC1537E
SLC072

WATER PUMP CO-51
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WAT E R P U MPPFP:21020
ComponentsNBS005S0
Removal and InstallationNBS003KR
CAUTION:

When removing water pump, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belts.

Water pump can not be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-
A)].
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-38, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-249, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove following parts:

Engine front undercover

Air duct (inlet); Refer to EM-177, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt; Refer to EM-174, "DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Remove fan coupling with cooling fan, and then water pump pulley.
4. Remove water pump.

Engine coolant will leak from cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready under vehicle.
CAUTION:

Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.

Do not disassemble water pump.
1. Water pump pulley 2. Water pump 3. Gasket
PBIC1538E

CO-52
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WATER PUMP
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Visually check that there is no significant dirt or rusting on water
pump body and vane.

Make sure there is no looseness in vane shaft, and that it turns
smoothly when rotated by hand.

If anything is found, replace water pump.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J–33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-38, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up engine. Visually check if there is no leaks of engine coolant.
PBIC1539E

THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE CO-53
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THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVEPFP:21200
ComponentsNBS005S1
1. O-ring 2. Water outlet pipe 3. Thermostat housing
4. Radiator cap 5. Radiator hose (upper) 6. Water hose
7. Water hose 8. Water pipe 9. Water hose
10. Water hose 11. Thermostat 12. Rubber ring
13. Water inlet 14. Water suction hose 15. Water suction pipe
16. Radiator hose (lower) 17. Water hose 18. Water hose
19. O-ring 20. Heater pipe 21. Heater hose
22. Gasket 23. Water outlet 24. Water control valve
25. Rubber ring 26. O-ring 27. Water connector
28. Heater hose 29. Gasket
A. To radiator B. To oil cooler C. To cylinder block
PBIC4557E

CO-54
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THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE
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Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS003KS
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-38, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-249, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-173, "
ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-177, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
4. Disconnect water suction hose from water inlet.
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat. CAUTION:
Do not disassemble thermostat.
6. Remove intake manifolds (upper and lower). Refer to EM-179, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
7. Disconnect radiator hose (upper) and water hoses from thermostat housing.
8. Disconnect heater hoses from water outlet and heater pipe.
9. Remove thermostat housing, water outlet pipe, water connector, water control valve, water outlet and heater pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water control valve.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Make sure that valves both in thermostat and water control valve are completely closing at normal temper-
ature.

Place a thread so that it is caught in the valves of the thermostat
and water control valve. Immerse fully in a container filled with
water. Heat while stirring. (The example in the figure shows ther-
mostat.)

The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the
valve opens and falls from the thread.

Continue heating. Check the maximum valve lift.
NOTE:
The maximum valve lift standard temperature for water control
valve is the reference value.

After checking the maximum valve lift, lower the water tempera-
ture and check the valve closing temperature.
Standard values:

If the malfunctioning condition, when closing valve at normal temperature, or measured values are out of
the standard, replace thermostat and/or water control valve.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
D. To heater core E. To cylinder head (left bank) F. To cylinder head (right bank)
G. To intake manifold adapter
SLC252B
Thermostat Water control valve
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84 °C (176 - 183 °F) 93.5 - 96.5 °C (200 - 206 °F)
Maximum valve lift More than 10 mm/ 95
°C
(0.39 in/ 203 °F) More than 8 mm/ 108
°C
(0.315 in/ 226 °F)
Valve closing temperature 77 °C (171 °F) 90 °C (194 °F)

THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE CO-55
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Thermostat and Water Control Valve

Install thermostat and water control valve with the whole circum-
ference of each flange part fit securely inside rubber ring. (The
example in the figure shows thermostat.)

Install thermostat with jiggle valve facing upwards. (The position
deviation may be within the range of ±10 degrees)

Install water control valve with the up-mark facing up and the
frame center part facing upwards. (The position deviation may
be within the range of ±10 degrees)
Water Outlet Pipe and Heater Pipe
First apply a neutral detergent to O-rings, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the water outlet pipe and
heater pipe into the installation holes.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)] and
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-38, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up engine. Visually check if there is no leaks of engine coolant.
PBIC0157E
PBIC0158E