vibration INFINITI FX35 2007 Service Manual

AT-48
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45

WHERE..... Road conditions

HOW..... Operating conditions, Symptoms
Diagnostic Worksheet Chart
Customer name MR/MS Model and Year VIN
Trans. Model Engine Mileage
Malfunction Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
Frequency ❏ Continuous ❏ Intermittent ( times a day)
Symptoms ❏ Vehicle does not move. ( ❏ Any position ❏ Particular position)
❏ No up-shift ( ❏ 1st → 2nd ❏ 2nd → 3rd ❏ 3rd → 4th ❏ 4th → 5th)
❏ No down-shift ( ❏ 5th → 4th ❏ 4th → 3rd ❏ 3rd → 2nd ❏ 2nd → 1st)
❏ Lock-up malfunction
❏ Shift point too high or too low.
❏ Shift shock or slip ( ❏ N → D ❏ Lock-up ❏ Any drive position)
❏ Noise or vibration
❏ No kick down
❏ No pattern select
❏ Others
()
A/T CHECK indicator lamp ❏ Continuously lit ❏ Not lit
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ❏ Continuously lit ❏ Not lit
1 ❏ Read the item on cautions concerning fail-safe and understand the customer's complaint. AT- 4 4
2 ❏
A/T fluid inspection AT- 5 3❏ Leak (Repair leak location.)
❏ State
❏ Amount
3 ❏
Stall test and line pressure test AT- 5 3
, AT-
54❏ Stall test
❏ Torque converter one-way clutch
❏ Front brake
❏ High and low reverse clutch
❏ Low coast brake
❏ Forward brake
❏ Reverse brake
❏ Forward one-way clutch ❏
1st one-way clutch
❏ 3rd one-way clutch
❏ Engine
❏ Line pressure low
❏ Except for input clutch and direct
clutch, clutches and brakes OK
❏ Line pressure inspection - Suspected part:

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AUDIO
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3. CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL
1. Connect audio unit and unified meter and A/C amp. connectors.
2. Start engine and drive vehicle at more than 40 km/h (25 MPH).
3. Check the signal between audio unit harness connector M60 terminal 22 and ground with CONSULT-II or oscilloscope.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END (System is OK.)
NG >> Replace unified meter and A/C amp.
Locking CD Auto-Changer MechanismNKS003B1
CAUTION:

Prior to removing a malfunctioning CD auto-changer unit that will be shipped for repair, the
changer mechanism MUST BE LOCKED to prevent the mechanism from being damaged during
shipping.

If a CD is jammed or unable to be removed from the unit, do NOT lock the changer mechanism. If
the unit is to be shipped for repair, carefully package the unit to prevent vibration and shock.
DAMPER LOCK PROCEDURE
1. Eject and remove any CDs from the audio unit.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF. Wait until audio unit display is off and mechanism stops moving (mechanism sound stops).
3. Press any one of the disc selection buttons once. When a display shows on the audio unit, press the same disc selection button again within 5 seconds.

The changer mechanism will lock itself within 10 seconds.
4. After mechanism stops moving (mechanism sound stops), open the driver and passenger window, and then disconnect negative battery cable.
NOTE:
After installing a new or remanufactured audio unit, switching the audio unit ON will automatically unlock the
mechanism. A special unlocking procedure is not required.
Terminal Condition Reference
signal
(+) (–)
22 Ground When vehicle speed is
approx. 40 km/h (25 MPH)
SKIA6809E
ELF1080D

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS BL-7
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Work FlowNIS001LK
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to BL-11, "
Diagnostic Worksheet" . This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.

The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to
obtain all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).

If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer
is concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.

After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.

Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces=higher pitch noise/softer surfaces=lower pitch noises/edge to surface=chirping

Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch
dependent on materials/often brought on by activity.

Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.

Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.

Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.

Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.

Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.

Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may
judge as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.

Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
SBT842

BL-8
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle "twist".
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool (Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will only be eliminated
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to BL-9, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 × 135 mm (3.94 × 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 × 85 mm (2.36 × 3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15 ×
25 mm(0.59 × 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50
× 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)

BL-236
BODY REPAIR
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UNDERCOATING
The underside of the floor and wheelhouse are undercoated to prevent rust, vibration, noise and stone chip-
ping. Therefore, when such a panel is replaced or repaired, apply undercoating to that part. Use an undercoat-
ing which is rust preventive, soundproof, vibration-proof, shock-resistant, adhesive, and durable.
Precautions in Undercoating
1. Do not apply undercoating to any place unless specified (such as the areas above the muffler and three
way catalyst which are subjected to heat).
2. Do not undercoat the exhaust pipe or other parts which become hot.
3. Do not undercoat rotating parts.
4. Apply bitumen wax after applying undercoating.
5. After putting seal on the vehicle, put undercoating on it.
SIIA2252E

BR-1
BRAKE SYSTEM
F BRAKES
CONTENTS
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BRAKE SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 3
Precautions for Brake System ............................. ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 5
BRAKE PEDAL ..................................................... ..... 6
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ..... 6
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. ..... 6
Components ........................................................ ..... 7
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 7
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 7
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ..... 8
INSTALLATION ................................................ ..... 8
BRAKE FLUID ....................................................... ..... 9
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ..... 9
LEVEL CHECK ................................................ ..... 9
Drain and Refill .................................................... ..... 9
Bleeding Brake System ....................................... ... 10
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE .................................... ....11
Hydraulic Circuit .................................................. .... 11
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Tube and
Brake Hose ......................................................... .... 11
REMOVAL ........................................................ .... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................ .... 11
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and
Brake Hose ......................................................... ... 12
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12
Inspection After Installation ................................. ... 12
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ............................... ... 13
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ... 13
LEAK INSPECTION ......................................... ... 13
Components ........................................................ ... 13
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 13 REMOVAL ........................................................
... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 14
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 14
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 14
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 14
BRAKE BOOSTER ................................................ ... 15
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ... 15
OPERATING CHECK ....................................... ... 15
AIRTIGHT CHECK ........................................... ... 15
Components ........................................................ ... 15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
VACUUM LINES .................................................... ... 17
Components ........................................................ ... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17
Inspection ............................................................ ... 18
VISUAL INSPECTION ...................................... ... 18
CHECK VALVE INSPECTION .......................... ... 18
FRONT DISC BRAKE ............................................ ... 19
On-Vehicle Inspection .......................................... ... 19
PAD WEAR INSPECTION ................................ ... 19
Components ........................................................ ... 19
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ............... ... 20
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 20
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly ... 20
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 21
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper
Assembly ............................................................. ... 21
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 21
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 22
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 22
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION ............................ ... 24
Brake Burnishing Procedure ................................ ... 24
REAR DISC BRAKE .............................................. ... 25
On-Vehicle Inspection .......................................... ... 25

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING BR-5
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartNFS000LR
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
BR-19
,
BR-25
BR-19
, BR-25
BR-19
, BR-25—
—
BR-24, BR-30—
—
—
BR-24, BR-30—
NVH in PR section
NVH in FFD and RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX and FSU, RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in FAX and RAX section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
Drum out of round
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
STEERING
Symptom BRAKE Noise
××× ×× ×××
××
Shake ×××××
××
Shimmy, Judder ××××××× ××× ×

BRC-2Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................
... 44
Actuator Motor Circuit .......................................... ... 45
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 45
ABS Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit) Power
Supply and Ground Circuit .................................. ... 46
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 46
Stop Lamp Switch Circuit ..................................... ... 48
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 48
Brake Fluid Level Switch Circuit .......................... ... 50
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 50
When “ST ANG SEN SIGNAL” Appears on Self-
diagnosis Results Display .................................... ... 51
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 51
When “DECEL G SEN SET” Appears on Self-diag-
nostic Results Display (AWD Models) ................. ... 51
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 51
CAN Communication Circuit ................................ ... 52
INSPECTION PROCEDURE ............................ ... 52
Component Inspection ......................................... ... 52
VDC OFF SWITCH ........................................... ... 52
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ........... ... 53
Excessive ABS Function Operation Frequency ... ... 53
Unexpected Pedal Reaction ................................ ... 53
The Braking Distance is Long .............................. ... 54 The ABS Function Does Not Operate ..................
... 54
Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound Occurs ... 54
Vehicle Jerks During VDC/TCS/ABS Control ....... ... 55
WHEEL SENSORS ................................................ ... 57
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 57
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 57
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 57
SENSOR ROTOR ................................................... ... 59
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 59
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 59
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 59
ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (ASSEMBLY) ... 60 Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 60
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 60
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 61
G SENSOR ............................................................. ... 62
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 62
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 62
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 62
STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ................................ ... 63
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 63
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 63
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 63

BRC-8
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
System DiagramNFS000N3
FunctionsNFS000N4
VDC

In addition to the TCS/ABS function, the driver steering amount and brake operation amount are detected
from steering angle sensor and pressure sensor, and the vehicle's driving status (amount of under steer-
ing / over steering) is determined from information from G sensor, wheel sensor, etc., and this information
is used to improve vehicle stability by controlling the braking and engine power to all four wheels.

SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of VDC operation.

During VDC operation, body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and mechanical noises may be heard. This is
normal.

ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp might turn on when vehicle is sub-
ject to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when vehicle is on a turn table, a ship or a steep slope
such as bank while engine is running. In this case, restart engine on a normal road, and if ABS warning
lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off, there is no malfunction.
TCS

The wheel spin of the drive wheels is detected by ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) from the
wheel speed signals from four wheels, so if wheel spin occurs, drive wheel right and left brake fluid pres-
sure control and engine fuel cut are performed while throttle value is restricted to reduce the engine
torque and decrease the amount of wheel spin. In addition, the degree throttle is opened is controlled to
achieve the optimum engine torque.

Depending on road circumstances, the driver may have a sluggish feel. This is normal, because the opti-
mum traction has the highest priority under TCS operation.

TCS may be activated any time vehicle suddenly accelerates, suddenly down/upshifts, or is driven on a
road with a varying surface friction coefficient.

During TCS operation, it informs a driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.
SFIA1160E

BRC-54
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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The Braking Distance is LongNFS000O0
CAUTION:
On slippery road surfaces, the stopping distance might be longer with the ABS operating than when
the ABS is not operating.
1. CHECK FUNCTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector E56 to deactivate ABS. In this condition,
check stopping distance. After inspection, connect connector.
OK or NG
OK >>
Bleed air from brake piping.

Check brake system.
NG >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-53, "
Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .
The ABS Function Does Not OperateNFS000O1
CAUTION:
The ABS does not operate when the speed is 10 km/h (6 MPH) or less.
1. CHECK ABS WARNING LAMP DISPLAY
Make sure warning lamp turns off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON or when driv-
ing.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-53, "Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-25, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound OccursNFS000O2
CAUTION:
Under the following conditions, when brake pedal is lightly depressed (just place a foot on it), ABS is
activated and vibration is felt. However, this is normal.

When shifting gears

When driving on slippery road

During cornering at high speed

When passing over bumps or grooves

When pulling away just after starting engine [at approximately 10 km/h (6 MPH) or higher]
1. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if pedal vibration or operation sound occurs when engine is started.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-25, "Self-Diagnosis" .
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check symptom when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.
Does the symptom occur when the electrical component (head lamp, etc.) switches are operated?
YES >> Check if there is a radio, antenna, antenna lead wire, or wiring close to ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) (or its wiring), and if there is, move it farther away.
NO >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-53, "
Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .