air conditioning INFINITI FX35 2008 Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART FX35/FX45
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen*)
ELS0003Y
* : Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
BRAKEELS0003Z
* : Under force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) with engine running.
REFILL CAPACITIESELS00040
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum –1° 18′ (–1.30°)
Nominal –0° 48′ (–0.80°)
Maximum – 0° 18′ (– 0.30°)
Total toe-inDistance Minimum 2.4 mm (0.09 in)
Nominal 4.7 mm (0.19 in)
Maximum 7.0 mm (0.28 in)
Angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0° 05′ (0.08°)
Nominal 0° 10′ (0.17°)
Maximum 0° 15′ (0.25°)
Front brake Pad repair limit 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
Rotor wear limit 32.0 mm (1.260 in)
Rear brake Pad repair limit 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
Rotor wear limit 14.0 mm (0.551 in)
Pedal free height 161.5 - 171.5 mm (6.358 - 6.752 in)
Pedal depressed height* More than 95 mm (3.74 in)
UNITLiter US measure
Fuel tank90 23 - 3/4 gal
Coolant (With reservoir tank)VQ35DE 8.6 9 - 1/8 qt
VK45DE 10.0 10 - 5/8 qt
Engine (VQ35DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 4.7 5 qt
Without oil filter change 4.4 4 - 5/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5.4 5 - 3/4 qt
Engine (VK45DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 5.8 6 - 1/8 qt
Without oil filter change 5.2 5 - 1/2 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 7.0 7 - 3/8 qt
Transmission A/T 10.3 10 - 7/8 qt
Transfer1.25 2 - 5/8 pt
Differential carrierFront 0.65 1 - 3/8 pt
Rear 1.4 3 pt
Power steering system 1.0 1 - 1/8 qt
Air conditioning systemCompressor oil 0.18 6.0 fl oz
Refrigerant 0.55 kg 1.21 lb
2008

PRECAUTIONSATC-5
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
C
DE
F
G H
I
K L
M A
B
AT C
N
O P
 Never release refrigerant into the air. Use appr oved recovery/recycling equipment to capture the
refrigerant every time an air co nditioning system is discharged.
 Always wear eye and hand protection (goggles and gloves) when working with any refrigerant or air
conditioning system.
 Never store or heat refrigerant containers above 52 °C (126 °F).
 Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame; if container warming is required, place the
bottom of the container in a warm pail of water.
 Never intentionally drop, puncture, or incinerate refrigerant containers.
 Keep refrigerant away from open flames: poison ous gas will be produced if refrigerant burns.
 Refrigerant will displace oxygen, therefore be certa in to work in well ventilated areas to prevent suf-
focation.
 Never pressure test or leak test HFC-134a (R-134a) service equipment and/or vehicle air conditioning
systems with compressed air during repair. Some mixtures of air and HFC-134a (R-134a) have been
shown to be combustible at elevat ed pressures. These mixtures, if ig nited, may cause injury or prop-
erty damage. Additional health a nd safety information may be obtain ed from refrigerant manufactur-
ers.
Precaution for Refrigerant ConnectionINFOID:0000000001328155
A new type refrigerant connection has been introduced to a ll refrigerant lines except the following location.
 Expansion valve to evaporator
 Refrigerant pressure sensor to condenser
ABOUT ONE-TOUCH JOINT
Description
 One-touch joints are pipe joints which do not require tools during piping connection.
 Unlike conventional connection methods using union nuts and flanges, controlling tightening torque at con-
nection point is not necessary.
 When removing a pipe joint, use a disconnector.
COMPONENT PARTS
FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENT PARTS
NOTE:
1 Pipe (Male-side)  Retains O-rings.
 Retains garter spring in cage (A).
2 Garter spring Anchors female-side piping.
3 Indicator ring When connection is made properly, this is ejected from male-side piping. (This part is no longer nec-
essary after connection.)
4 O-ring Seals connection point. (Not reusable)
5 Pipe (Female-side)  Seals connection by compressing O-rings.
 Anchors piping connection using flare (B) and garter spring.
RJIA4383J
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

ATC-18
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Evaporator intake air temperature is less than 20°C (68 °F).
Engine is running at speeds less than 1,500 rpm.
This is because the V-6 compressor prov ides a means of “capacity” control.
2. The V-6 variable compressor provides refrigerant c ontrol under varying conditions. During cold winters, it
may not produce high refrigerant pressure discharge (compared to previous units) when used with air
conditioning systems.
3. A “clanking” sound may occasionally be heard during re frigerant charge. The sound indicates that the tilt
angle of the wobble (swash) plate has changed and is not a malfunction.
4. For air conditioning systems with the V-6 compresso r, the clutch remains engaged unless: the system
main switch, fan switch or ignition switch is tur ned OFF. When ambient (outside) temperatures are low or
when the amount of refrigerant is insufficient, t he clutch is disengaged to protect the compressor.
DESCRIPTION
General
The variable compressor is a swash plate type that c hanges piston stroke in response to the required cooling
capacity.
The tilt of the wobble (swash) plate allows the piston’ s stroke to change so that refrigerant discharge continu-
ously change from 14.5 to 184 cm
3 (0.885 to 11.228 cu in).
RJIA1260E
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

ATC-78
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Test Reading
Recirculating-to-discharge Air Temperature Table
Ambient Air Temperature-to -operating Pressure Table
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR UNUSUAL PRESSURE
Whenever system’s high and/or low side pressure(s) is/are unusual, diagnose using a manifold gauge. The
marker above the gauge scale in the following tables indicates the standard (usual) pressure range. Since the
standard (usual) pressure, however, differs from vehicle to vehicle, refer to above table (Ambient air tempera-
ture-to-operating pressure table).
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too High
Hood Open
TEMP. Max. COLD
Mode switch (Ventilation) set
Intake switch (Recirculation) set
Fan (blower) speed Max. speed set
Engine speed Idle speed
Operate the air conditioning system for 10 minutes before taking measurements.
Inside air (Recirculating air) at blower assembly inlet Discharge air temperature at center ventilator
°C ( °F)
Relative humidity
% Air temperature
°C ( °F)
50 - 60 20 (68) 11.2 - 13.2 (52 - 56)
25 (77) 12.2 - 14.8 (54 - 59)
30 (86) 15.5 - 18.6 (60 - 65)
35 (95) 21.0 - 24.5 (70 - 76)
40 (104) 28.7 - 32.6 (84 - 91)
60 - 70 20 (68) 13.2 - 15.2 (56 - 59)
25 (77) 14.8 - 17.3 (59 - 63)
30 (86) 18.6 - 21.6 (65 - 71)
35 (95) 24.5 - 28.0 (76 - 82)
40 (104) 32.6 - 36.5 (91 - 98)
Ambient air High-pressure (Discharge side)
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi) Low-pressure (Suction side)
kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
Relative humidity
% Air temperature
°C ( °F)
50 - 70 20 (68)
961 - 1,167
(9.8 - 11.9, 139 - 169) 216 - 265
(2.2 - 2.7, 31 - 38)
25 (77) 1,108 - 1,353
(11.3 - 13.8, 161 - 196) 230 - 281
(2.3 - 2.9, 33 - 41)
30 (86) 1,275 - 1,549
(13.0 - 15.8, 185 - 225) 261 - 320
(2.7 - 3.3, 38 - 46)
35 (95) 1,549 - 1,893
(15.8 - 19.3, 225 - 274) 297 - 364
(3.0 - 3.7, 43 - 53)
40 (104) 1,814 - 2,216
(18.5 - 22.6, 263 - 321) 357 - 435
(3.6 - 4.4, 52 - 63)
Vehicle condition Indoors or in the shade (in a well-ventilated place)
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

ATC-80
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Low-pressure Side Sometimes Becomes Negative
Low-pressure Side Becomes Negative
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too low.  There is a big temperature
difference between liquid
tank outlet and inlet. Outlet
temperature is extremely
low.
 Liquid tank inlet and expan-
sion valve are frosted. Liquid tank inside is slightly
clogged.
 Replace liquid tank.
 Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
 Temperature of expansion valve inlet is extremely low
as compared with areas
near liquid tank.
 Expansion valve inlet is frosted.
 Temperature difference oc- curs somewhere in high-
pressure side. High-pressure pipe located be-
tween liquid tank and expan-
sion valve is clogged.
 Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
 Check lubricant for contami- nation.
Expansion valve and liquid
tank are warm or slightly cool
when touched. Low refrigerant charge.
↓
Leaking fittings or compo-
nents.
Check refrigerant for leaks.
Refer to
ATC-138, "
Checking
of Refrigerant Leaks".
There is a big temperature dif-
ference between expansion
valve inlet and outlet while the
valve itself is frosted. Expansion valve closes a little
compared with the specifica-
tion.
↓
1. Improper expansion
valve adjustment.
2. Malfunctioning expansion
valve.
3. Outlet and inlet may be clogged.  Remove foreign particles by
using compressed air.
 Replace expansion valve.
 Check lubricant for contami-
nation.
An area of the low-pressure
pipe is colder than areas near
the evaporator outlet. Low-pressure pipe is clogged
or crushed.  Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
 Check lubricant for contami- nation.
Air flow volume is not enough
or is too low. Evaporator is frozen.  Check intake sensor circuit.
Refer to AT C - 9 4 , "
Intake
Sensor Circuit".
 Replace compressor.
 Repair evaporator fins.
 Replace evaporator.
Refer to AT C - 6 4 , "
Blower
Motor Circuit".
AC353A
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Low-pressure side sometimes be-
comes negative.  Air conditioning system does
not function and does not cy-
clically cool the compart-
ment air.
 The system constantly func- tions for a certain period of
time after compressor is
stopped and restarted. Refrigerant does not discharge
cyclically.
↓
Moisture is frozen at expan-
sion valve outlet and inlet.
↓
Water is mixed with refrigerant.
 Drain water from refrigerant
or replace refrigerant.
 Replace liquid tank.
AC354A
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

DI-96
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
COMPASS
if an aftermarket (i.e., non original equipment) antenna with a magnetic base is attached to the vehicle. Cali-
brate the mirror compass if the display shows onl y one direction or a limited number of directions.
NOTE:
 If “magnetic hats” are used in the dealership for vehicle identification, remove the hat from the vehicle before
performing the following steps. Do NOT put the hat back on the vehicle after the procedure is completed.
 Drive the vehicle to an open level area; away from large metallic objects, structures, and overhead power
lines.
 Turn off “non-essential” electrical accessories (r ear window defrost, heater/air conditioning, wipers) and
close the doors.
1. Verify the correct compass zone setting for the geographical location. Refer to DI-95, "
Zone Variation Set-
ting Procedure".
2. Press and hold the inside mirror switch for more than 9 seconds.
3. “C” is displayed on the compass display, when calibration starts.
4. Drive slowly [less than 8 km/h (5 mph)] in a circle until the “C / CAL” is replaced with primary headings (N,
NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, or NW).
NOTE:
This will require driving at least 2 complete 360 degree circles; 3 complete circles may be required.
5. The compass calibration procedure is now complete. The compass should operate normally. NOTE:
If at any time the compass continually displays the in correct direction or the reading is erratic or locked,
repeat the calibration procedure.
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

EC-1
ENGINE
C
DE
F
G H
I
J
K L
M
SECTION EC
A
EC
N
O P
CONTENTS
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
VQ35DE
SERVICE INFORMATION .. .........................
17
INDEX FOR DTC ............................................ ....17
DTC No. Index .................................................... ....17
Alphabetical Index ...................................................20
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................25
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ....
25
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ....25
On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of Engine and
A/T ...........................................................................
25
Precaution ...............................................................26
PREPARATION ..................................................29
Special Service Tool ........................................... ....29
Commercial Service Tool ........................................30
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ............................31
Schematic ........................................................... ....31
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System .....................31
Electronic Ignition (EI) System ................................34
Fuel Cut Control (at No Load and High Engine
Speed) .....................................................................
34
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL ...............36
Input/Output Signal Chart .................................... ....36
System Description .................................................36
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE
(ASCD) ...............................................................
37
System Description ............................................. ....37
Component Description ...........................................38
CAN COMMUNICATION ....................................39
System Description ............................................. ....39
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM ................40
Description .......................................................... ....40
Component Inspection ......................................... ....42
Removal and Installation .........................................44
How to Detect Fuel Vapor Leakage .........................44
ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOV-
ERY (ORVR) ......................................................
46
System Description ..................................................46
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................46
Component Inspection .............................................48
POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION .........51
Description ...............................................................51
Component Inspection .............................................51
IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYS-
TEM-NATS) .......................................................
53
Description ...............................................................53
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ....54
Introduction ..............................................................54
Two Trip Detection Logic .........................................54
Emission-Related Diagnostic Information ................55
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ............................71
OBD System Operation Chart .................................74
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDURE .......................80
Basic Inspection ......................................................80
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check .....................84
Procedure After Replacing ECM .............................84
VIN Registration ......................................................84
Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning .......85
Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning .................85
Idle Air Volume Learning .........................................85
Fuel Pressure Check ...............................................87
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ....................................89
Trouble Diagnosis Introduction ................................89
DTC Inspection Priority Chart ..................................93
Fail-Safe Chart ........................................................95
Symptom Matrix Chart .............................................96
Engine Control Component Parts Location ...........100
Vacuum Hose Drawing ..........................................106
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

EC-8
Component Inspection ...........................................545
ASCD INDICATOR ..........................................547
Component Description ....................................... ..547
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
547
Wiring Diagram ......................................................548
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................548
ELECTRICAL LOAD SIGNAL .........................550
Description ........................................................... ..550
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
550
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................550
FUEL INJECTOR .............................................552
Component Description ....................................... ..552
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
552
Wiring Diagram ......................................................553
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................554
Component Inspection ...........................................557
Removal and Installation .......................................557
FUEL PUMP .....................................................558
Description ........................................................... ..558
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
558
Wiring Diagram ......................................................559
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................560
Component Inspection ...........................................562
Removal and Installation .......................................562
ICC BRAKE SWITCH ......................................563
Component Description ....................................... ..563
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
563
Wiring Diagram ......................................................564
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................565
Component Inspection ...........................................567
IGNITION SIGNAL ...........................................569
Component Description ....................................... ..569
Wiring Diagram ......................................................570
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................575
Component Inspection ...........................................578
Removal and Installation .......................................580
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR ..........581
Component Description ....................................... ..581
Wiring Diagram ......................................................582
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................583
Removal and Installation .......................................585
SNOW MODE SWITCH ...................................586
Description ........................................................... ..586
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ..
586
Wiring Diagram ......................................................587
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................587
Component Inspection ...........................................589
MIL AND DATA LINK CONNECTOR ...............591
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .591
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ................................................................
593
Fuel Pressure ....................................................... .593
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing .............................593
Calculated Load Value ..........................................593
Mass Air Flow Sensor ...........................................593
Intake Air Temperature Sensor .............................593
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor ...................593
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1 Heater ....................593
Heated Oxygen sensor 2 Heater ..........................593
Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS) .......................594
Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE) .....................594
Throttle Control Motor .......................................... .594
Fuel Injector ..........................................................594
Fuel Pump .............................................................594
VK45DE
SERVICE INFORMATION .. .......................
595
INDEX FOR DTC ............................................ ..595
DTC No. Index ..................................................... .595
Alphabetical Index .................................................598
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..603
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .............................................................. .
603
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover .603
On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of Engine and
A/T ........................................................................
603
Precaution .............................................................604
PREPARATION ................................................607
Special Service Tool ............................................ .607
Commercial Service Tool ......................................608
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ..........................609
Schematic ............................................................ .609
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System ...................609
Electronic Ignition (EI) System ..............................612
Fuel Cut Control (at No Load and High Engine
Speed) ..................................................................
612
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL .............614
Input/Output Signal Chart .................................... .614
System Description ...............................................614
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE
(ASCD) ..............................................................
615
System Description .............................................. .615
Component Description ........................................616
CAN COMMUNICATION ..................................617
System Description .............................................. .617
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM ..............618
Description ........................................................... .618
Component Inspection ..........................................620
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

EC-36
< SERVICE INFORMATION >[VQ35DE]
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
Input/Output Signal ChartINFOID:0000000001325899
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001325900
This system improves engine operati
on when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned OFF.
 When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
 When cranking the engine.
 At high engine speeds.
 When the engine coolant temperature becomes excessively high.
 When operating power steering during low engine speed or low vehicle speed.
 When engine speed is excessively low.
 When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner ON signal*
1
Air conditioner
cut controlAir conditio
ner relay
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine speed*2
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Power steering pressure sensor Power steering operation
Wheel sensorVehicle speed*
1
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C

EC-614
< SERVICE INFORMATION >[VK45DE]
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
Input/Output Signal ChartINFOID:0000000001326495
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001326496
This system improves engine operati
on when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned off.
 When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
 When cranking the engine.
 At high engine speeds.
 When the engine coolant temperature becomes excessively high.
 When operating power steering during low engine speed or low vehicle speed.
 When engine speed is excessively low.
 When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner ON signal*
1
Air conditioner
cut controlAir conditio
ner relay
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine speed*
2
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Battery
Battery voltage*
2
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Power steering pressure sensor Power steering operation
Wheel sensorVehicle speed*
1
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A913A773A893A873A873A8E3A773A983AC73AC93AC03AC3
3A893A873A873A8F3A773A9D3AAF3A8A3A8C3A863A9D3AAF3A8B3A8C