tow INFINITI FX35 2008 Service Manual

AT-8
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PRECAUTIONS
After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform “DTC
(Diagnostic Trouble Code) Confirmation Procedure”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed in
the “DTC Confirmation Procedure”.
 Always use the specified brand of ATF. Refer to MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
 Use lint-free paper not cloth rags during work.
 After replacing the ATF, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.
 Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the out side of the transmission. It is important to pre-
vent the internal parts from becoming cont aminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
 Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.
 Use lint-free paper or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.
 Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.
 All parts should be carefully cleansed with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.
 Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.
 It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.
 The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced. Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent springs
and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.
 Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will s lide along bores in valve body under their own weight.
 Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings and
seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.
 Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.
 After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.
 When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of t he ATF is drained. Old ATF will remain in torque con-
verter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer to
AT- 11 , "
Changing A/T Fluid", AT- 11 , "Checking A/T Fluid".
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000001327125
ATF COOLER SERVICE
If ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc. ), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiat or or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to AT-13, "
A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-13 (for VQ35DE), CO-40 (for VK45DE).
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS
 A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in comb ination with the ECM. The results can be read through
the blinking pattern of the A/T CHECK indicator or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Refer to the table on
AT-84, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic
result.
 The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL ar e automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM memo-
ries.
Always perform the procedure on AT-38, "
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)" to complete the
repair and avoid unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
For details of OBD-II, refer to EC-54
(for VQ35DE) or EC-632 (for VK45DE).
 Certain systems and components, especially those re lated to OBD, may use the new style slide-lock-
ing type harness connector. For descrip tion and how to disconnect, refer to PG-68
.
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AT-14
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A/T FLUID
7. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
8. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and of the cooler outlethose.
9. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose for 10 seconds to force out any
remaining ATF.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 three additional times.
11. Position an oil pan under the banjo bolts that connect the A/T fluid cooler steel lines to the A/T.
12. Remove the banjo bolts.
13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the A/T by spraying Transmission Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi) through each steel line from the cooler
side back toward the transmission for 10 seconds to force out any remaining ATF.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform "A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE".
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exte rior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission
Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
 Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
 Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
 Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
 Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the cooler inlet hose.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISAT-41
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
DTC Inspection Priority ChartINFOID:0000000001327148
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, per form inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If “DTC U1000” is displayed with other DTCs, fi rst perform the trouble diagnosis for “DTC U1000 CAN
COMMUNICATION”. Refer to AT- 9 4
.
Fail-SafeINFOID:0000000001327149
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode make s it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit.
In fail-safe mode, even if the selector lever is “D” or “M” mode, the transmission is fixed in 2nd, 4th or 5th
(depending on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”.
Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under s pecial conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the ti re rotation), the transmission can go into fail-safe
mode. If this happens, switch OFF the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it ON again to return to the
normal shift pattern. Therefore, t he customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the
“WORK FLOW” (Refer to AT- 4 2
).
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, th is function controls the A/T to mark driving possible.
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Signals are input from two systems - from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) installed on the trans-
mission and from combination meter so normal driving is possible even if there is a malfunction in one of the
systems. And if vehicle speed sens or A/T (revolution sensor) has unus ual cases, 5th gear and manual mode
are prohibited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving po ssible. And if there are malfunctions in tow systems,
the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor
If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving po ssible. And if there are malfunctions in tow systems,
the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based on input indi-
cating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre- determined accelerator opening) in order to make driving
possible.
PNP Switch
In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters t he TCM, the position indicator is switched OFF, the
starter relay is switched OFF (starter starting is di sabled), the back-up lamp relay switched OFF (back-up lamp
is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” position to make driving possible.
Starter Relay
The starter relay is switched OFF. (Starter starting is disabled.)
A/T Interlock
 If there is an A/T interlock judgment malfunction, t he A/T is fixed in 2nd gear to make driving possible.
NOTE:
When the vehicle is driven fixed in 2nd gear, a turbine revolution sensor malfunction is displayed,
but this is not a turbine r evolution sensor malfunction.
 When the coupling pattern below is detected, the fail- safe action corresponding to the pattern is performed.
A/T 1st Engine Braking
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN communication line
2 Except above
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SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEMAT-207
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1. Disconnect lower lever of control device and control rod.
2. Remove manual lever from A/T assembly.
3. Remove control rod from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order of removal. Be careful of the following:
 After installation is completed, adjust and check A/T position. Refer to AT-207, "
Adjustment of A/T Position"
and AT-207, "Checking of A/T Position".
Adjustment of A/T PositionINFOID:0000000001327385
1. Loosen nut of control rod.
2. Place PNP switch and selector lever in “P” position.
3. While pressing lower lever toward rear of vehicle (in “P” position
direction), tighten nut to the specified torque. Refer to AT-206,
"Control Rod Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Do not push the bracket.
Checking of A/T PositionINFOID:0000000001327386
1. Place selector lever in “P” posit ion, and turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check selector lever can be shifted to other than “P” position when brake pedal is depressed. Also check
selector lever can be shifted from “P” position only when brake pedal is depressed.
3. Move the selector lever and check for excessive effort, sticking, noise or rattle.
4. Check the selector lever stops at each position wit h the feel of engagement when it is moved through all
the positions. Check whether or not t he actual position the selector lever is in matches the position shown
by the shift position indicator and the transmission body.
5. The method of operating the lever to individual positions cor- rectly should be as shown in the figure.
6. When selector button is pressed in “P”, “R”, or “N” position with-
out applying forward/backward force to selector lever, check but-
ton operation for sticking.
7. Check the back-up lamps illuminate only when lever is placed in the “R” position. Check the back-up lamps does not illuminate
when selector lever is pushed against “R” position in the “P” or
“N” position.
8. Check the engine can only be started with the selector lever in the “P” and “N” positions. (With selector lever in the “P” position,
engine can be started even when selector lever is moved for-
ward and backward.)
9. Check transmission is locked completely in “P” position.
10. When selector lever is set to manual shift gate, check manual mode is displayed on combination meter. Shift selector lever to “+” and “-” sides, and check set shift position changes. (Only while a vehicle is oper-
ating.)
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AT-220
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
3. Connect TCM connectors.
4. Install O-ring in A/T assembly harness connector.CAUTION:
 Do not reuse O-ring.
 Apply ATF to O-ring.
5. Install A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 to bracket.
6. Install A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 (with bracket) in control valve with TCM, and then tighten A/T fluid temperature sensor 2
mounting bolt to the specified torque. Refer to "COMPO-
NENTS".
CAUTION:
Adjust bolt hole of bracket to bolt hole of control valve with
TCM.
7. Install control valve with TCM in transmission case. CAUTION:
 Make sure that turbine revolu tion sensor securely installs
turbine revolution sensor hole.
 Hang down revolution senso r harness toward outside so
as not to disturb installation of control valve with TCM.
 Adjust A/T assembly harness co nnector of control valve
with TCM to terminal hole of transmission case.
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AT-326
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ASSEMBLY
g. Install control valve with TCM in transmission case.CAUTION:
 Make sure that turbine revolu tion sensor securely installs
turbine revolution sensor hole.
 Hang down revolution senso r harness toward outside so
as not to disturb installation of control valve with TCM.
 Adjust A/T assembly harness co nnector of control valve
with TCM to terminal hole of transmission case.
 Assemble it so that manual valve cutout is engaged with manual plate projection.
h. Install bolts A, B and C to control valve with TCM.  : Front
i. Tighten bolt 1, 2 and 3 temporarily to prevent dislocation. After that tighten them in order (1 → 2 → 3), and then tighten other
bolts to the specified torque. Refer to AT-249, "
Component".
 : Front
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Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
A 42 (1.65) 5
B 55 (2.17) 6
C 40 (1.57) 1
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ATC-108
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HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY
HEATER & COOLING UNIT ASSEMBLY
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001328211
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Drain coolant from cooling system. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine Coolant" (VQ35DE) or CO-37,
"Changing Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).
3. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-23
.
4. Remove high-pressure pipe 2 mounting clip.
5. Remove low-pressure flexible hose bracket mounting bolt. Refer to ATC-128, "
Removal and Installation of
Low-Pressure Flexible Hose".
6. Disconnect low-pressure pipe 1 and high-pressure pipe 2 from evaporator.
a. Set a disconnector [high-pressure side (SST: 9253089908), low- pressure side (SST: 9253089916)] on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it. CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of low- pressure pipe 1, 2 and high-
pressure pipe 2, 3 with suitab le material such as vinyl tape
to avoid the entry of air.
7. Remove electric throttle control actuator (VQ35DE). Refer to EM-19
.
8. Disconnect two heater hoses from heater core.
9. Remove instrument panel and pad. Refer to IP-10
.
10. Remove blower unit. Refer to ATC-103
.
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DUCTS AND GRILLESATC-117
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2. Remove mounting clips, and then remove rear ventilator grilles.
Removal of Defroster Nozzle, Ducts and Ventilator Ducts
1. Remove instrument panel and pad. Refer to IP-10.
2. Remove mounting screws, and then remove side defroster ducts.
3. Remove mounting screws, and then remove defroster nozzle.
4. Remove mounting screws, and then remove side ventilator ducts (right and left).
5. Remove mounting screws, and then remove center ventilator duct.
Removal of Rear Ventilator Ducts
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10.
2. Slide rear ventilator duct 2 toward vehicle front, and then remove it.
3. Remove floor carpet. Refer to EI-41
.
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ATC-128
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REFRIGERANT LINES
5. Using holder to prevent clutch disc rotation.After tightening bolt, make sure pulley rotates smoothly.
6. Check clearance around entire periphery of clutch disc. If specified clearance is not obtained, replace adjusting spacer
and readjust.
Break-in Operation
When replacing compressor clutch assembly, always carry out break-in operation. This is done by engaging
and disengaging clutch about thirty-times. Break-in oper ation raises the level of transmitted torque.
Removal and Installation of Low-Pressure Flexible HoseINFOID:0000000001328221
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (for HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove the air cleaner case and air duct. Refer to EM-17
(VQ35DE) or EM-173 (VK45DE).
3. Remove low-pressure flexible hose bracket mounting bolt.
4. Disconnect one-touch joint between low-pressure flexible hose and low-pressure pipe 1.
a. Set a disconnector (SST: 9253089916) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it. CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of low- pressure flexible hose and low-
pressure pipe 1 with suitable material such as vinyl tape to
avoid the entry of air. : 14 N·m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)
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Disc to pulley clear-
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: 0.25 - 0.6 mm (0.010 - 0.024 in)
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REFRIGERANT LINESATC-131
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Removal and Installation of Low-Pre ssure Pipe 1 (Engine Compartment)INFOID:0000000001328223
REMOVAL
1. Use a refrigerant collecting equipment (f or HFC-134a) to discharge the refrigerant.
2. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-23
.
3. Remove low-pressure pipe 1 bracket and low-pressure flexible hose bracket mounting bolts.
4. Disconnect one-touch joints.
a. Set a disconnector (SST: 9253089916) on A/C piping.
b. Slide a disconnector toward vehicle front until it clicks.
c. Slide A/C piping toward vehicle front and disconnect it.
5. Remove low-pressure pipe 1. CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of low-pressure pipe 1 and 2 with suit-
able material such as vinyl ta pe to avoid the entry of air.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
 Replace O-rings of low-pressure pipe 1 with new ones, and th en apply compressor oil to it when
installing it.
 Female-side piping c onnection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.
 Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
 After piping connection is comple ted, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.
 When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks. High-pressure flexible hose bracket mounting bolt
: 5.5 N·m (0.56 kg-m, 49 in-lb)
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