charging INFINITI M35 2006 Factory User Guide

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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
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AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONER
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 5
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 6
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a) ..... 6
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT ....................... 7
General Refrigerant Precautions .............................. 7
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection ................... 7
ABOUT ONE-TOUCH JOINT ................................ 7
FEATURES OF NEW TYPE REFRIGERANT
CONNECTION .................................................... 10
O-RING AND REFRIGERANT CONNECTION ... 10
Precautions for Servicing Compressor ................... 12
Precautions for Service Equipment ........................ 13
RECOVERY/RECYCLING EQUIPMENT ............ 13
ELECTRICAL LEAK DETECTOR ....................... 13
VACUUM PUMP ................................................. 13
MANIFOLD GAUGE SET .................................... 13
SERVICE HOSES ............................................... 14
SERVICE COUPLERS ........................................ 14
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE ...................... 14
CHARGING CYLINDER ...................................... 14
Precautions for Leak Detection Dye ....................... 15
IDENTIFICATION ................................................ 15
IDENTIFICATION LABEL FOR VEHICLE ........... 15
PREPARATION ......................................................... 16
Special Service Tools ............................................. 16
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment ... 17
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 19
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM ..................................... 20
Refrigerant Cycle ................................................... 20
REFRIGERANT FLOW ....................................... 20
FREEZE PROTECTION ..................................... 20
Refrigerant System Protection ............................... 20
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR ............. 20
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE ............................... 20Variable Displacement Compressor ....................... 21
GENERAL INFORMATION ................................. 21
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 22
Component Layout ................................................. 25
LUBRICANT .............................................................. 26
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor ... 26
LUBRICANT ........................................................ 26
LUBRICANT RETURN OPERATION .................. 26
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT
COMPRESSOR .................................................. 27
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR
COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT ....................... 27
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL ............................... 29
Description of Air Conditioner LAN Control System ... 29
System Construction .............................................. 29
OPERATION ........................................................ 30
TRANSMISSION DATA AND TRANSMISSION
ORDER ............................................................... 30
AIR MIX DOOR CONTROL (AUTOMATIC TEM-
PERATURE CONTROL) ..................................... 31
FAN SPEED CONTROL ...................................... 31
INTAKE DOOR CONTROL ................................. 31
MODE DOOR CONTROL ................................... 31
UPPER VENTILATOR DOOR CONTROL .......... 31
MAGNET CLUTCH CONTROL ........................... 32
SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM .............................. 32
Description of Control System ................................ 33
Control Operation ................................................... 33
DISPLAY SCREEN .............................................. 33
MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH ................................ 34
DISPLAY SCREEN .............................................. 34
MODE SWITCH (DRIVER SIDE) ........................ 34
MODE SWITCH (PASSENGER SIDE) ................ 34
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (DRIVER
SIDE) ................................................................... 34
TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH (POTEN-
TIO TEMPERATURE CONTROL) (PASSEN-
GER SIDE) .......................................................... 34

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Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top CoverNJS000FP
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)NJS000FQ
CAUTION:
CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants
are mixed and compressor malfunction is likely to occur, refer to “CONTAMINATED REFRIGER-
ANT” below. To determine the purity of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use
Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Recharging equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.
Use only specified lubricant for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) compo-
nents. If lubricant other than that specified is used, compressor malfunction is likely to occur.
The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) lubricant rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The fol-
lowing handling precautions must be observed:
–When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately the cap (seal) the component
to minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere.
–When installing refrigerant components to a vehicle, never remove the caps (unseal) until just
before connecting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possi-
ble to minimize the entry of moisture into system.
–Only use the specified lubricant from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of lubri-
cant. Without proper sealing, lubricant will become moisture saturated and should not be used.
–Never allow lubricant (Nissan A/C System Oil Type S) to come in contact with styrene foam parts.
Damage may result.
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WAR NING :
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.
When the compressor is removed, store it in the same way at it is when mounted on the car. Fail-
ure to do so will cause lubricant to enter the low-pressure chamber.
When connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.
After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
When installing an air conditioner in the vehicle, connect the pipes at the final stage of the opera-
tion. Never remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for con-
nection.
Allow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.
Thoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.
Always replace used O-rings.
When connecting tubes, apply lubricant to circle of the O-rings shown in illustration. Be careful
not to apply lubricant to threaded portion.
O-ring must be closely attached to the groove of tube.
When replacing the O-ring, be careful not to damage O-ring and tube.
Connect tube until a click can be heard, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure
that the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.
After connecting line, perform leak test and make sure that there is no leakage from connections.
When the refrigerant leaking point is found, disconnect that line and replace the O-ring. Then
tighten connections of seal seat to the specified torque.
Precautions for Servicing CompressorNJS000FT
Plug all openings to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
When the compressor is removed, store it in the same way at it is when mounted on the car.
When replacing or repairing compressor, follow “Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compres-
sor” exactly. Refer to ATC-26, "
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor" .
Keep friction surfaces between clutch and pulley clean. If the surface is contaminated with lubri-
cant, wipe it off by using a clean waste cloth moistened with thinner. Lubricant name : Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
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SERVICE HOSES
Be certain that the service hoses display the markings described
(colored hose with black stripe). All hoses must include positive shut-
off devices (either manual or automatic) near the end of the hoses
opposite to the manifold gauge.
SERVICE COUPLERS
Never attempt to connect HFC-134a (R-134a) service couplers to a
CFC-12 (R-12) A/C system. The HFC-134a (R-134a) couplers will
not properly connect to the CFC-12 (R-12) system. However, if an
improper connection is attempted, discharging and contamination
may occur.
REFRIGERANT WEIGHT SCALE
Verify that no refrigerant other than HFC-134a (R-134a) and speci-
fied lubricants have been used with the scale. If the scale controls
refrigerant flow electronically, the hose fitting must be 1/2
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ACME.
CHARGING CYLINDER
Using a charging cylinder is not recommended. Refrigerant may be vented into air from cylinder’s top valve
when filling the cylinder with refrigerant. Also, the accuracy of the cylinder is generally less than that of an
electrical scale or of quality recycle/recharge equipment.
RHA272D
Shut-off valve rotation A/C service valve
Clockwise Open
Counterclockwise Close
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and EquipmentNJS000FX
Never mix HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant and/or its specified lubricant with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and/or
its lubricant.
Separate and non-interchangeable service equipment must be used for handling each type of refrigerant/lubri-
cant.
Refrigerant container fittings, service hose fittings and service equipment fittings (equipment which handles
refrigerant and/or lubricant) are different between CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). This is to avoid
mixed use of the refrigerants/lubricant.
Never use adapters that convert one size fitting to another: refrigerant/lubricant contamination occurs and
compressor malfunction may result.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerantContainer color: Light blue
Container marking: HFC-134a (R-
134a)
Fitting size: Thread size
Large container 1/2 -16 ACME
Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
(DH-PS)Type: Polyalkylene glycol oil (PAG),
type S (DH-PS)
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a)
swash plate compressors (Nissan
only)
Capacity: 40 m (1.4 US fl oz., 1.4
Imp fl oz.)
(ACR2005-NI)
ACR5 A/C Service CenterFunction: Refrigerant recovery,
recycling and recharging
(J-41995)
Electrical A/C leak detectorPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
S-NT196
S-NT197
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(J-43926)
Refrigerant dye leak detection kit
Kit includes:
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41459)
HFC-134a (R-134a) dye injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4 ounce
bottle
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)
(J-43872)
Refrigerant dye cleanerPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
(J-42220)
UV lamp and UV safety gogglesPower supply:
DC 12 V (Battery terminal)
For checking refrigerant leak when
fluorescent dye is installed in A/C
system
Includes:
UV lamp and UV safety goggles
(J-41447)
HFC-134a (R-134a) fluorescent
leak detection dye
(Box of 24, 1/4 ounce bottles)Application:
For HFC-134a (R-134a) PAG oil
Container:
1/4 ounce (7.4 cc) bottle
(Includes self-adhesive dye
identification labels for affixing to
vehicle after charging system with
dye.)
(J-41459)
HFC-134a (R-134a) dye injector
Use with J-41447, 1/4 ounce
bottleFor injecting 1/4 ounce of fluorescent
leak detection dye into A/C system
(J-43872)
Refrigerant dye cleanerFor cleaning dye spills
(J-39183)
Manifold gauge set (with hoses
and couplers)Identification:
The gauge face indicates HFC-134a
(R-134a).
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2 -16 ACME Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ZHA200H
SHA438F
SHA439F
SHA440F
SHA441F
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LUBRICANT
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LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPONENTS REPLACEMENT EXCEPT COM-
PRESSOR
After replacing any of the following major components, add the correct amount of lubricant to the system.
Amount of lubricant to be added:
*1: If the refrigerant leak is small, no addition of lubricant is needed.
LUBRICANT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE FOR COMPRESSOR REPLACEMENT
1. Before connecting recovery/recycling recharging equipment to vehicle, check recovery/recycling recharg-
ing equipment gauges. No refrigerant pressure should be displayed. If NG, recover refrigerant from equip-
ment lines.
2. Connect recovery/recycling recharging equipment to vehicle. Confirm refrigerant purity in supply tank
using recovery/recycling recharging equipment and refrigerant identifier. If NG, refer to ATC-7, "
CONTAM-
INATED REFRIGERANT" .
3. Confirm refrigerant purity in vehicle A/C system using recovery/recycling recharging equipment and refrig-
erant identifier. If NG, refer to ATC-7, "
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT" .
4. Discharge refrigerant into the refrigerant recovery/recycling equipment. Measure lubricant discharged into
the recovery/recycling equipment.
5. Drain the lubricant from the old (removed) compressor into a graduated container and recover the amount
of lubricant drained.
6. Drain the lubricant from the new compressor into a separate, clean container.
7. Measure an amount of new lubricant installed equal to amount drained from old compressor. Add this
lubricant to new compressor through the suction port opening.
8. Measure an amount of new lubricant equal to the amount recovered during discharging. Add this lubricant
to new compressor through the suction port opening.
9. If the liquid tank also needs to be replaced, add another 5 m (0.2 US fl oz., 0.2 Imp fl oz.) of lubricant at
this time.
Do not add this 5 m (0.2 US fl oz., 0.2 Imp fl oz.) of lubricant when replaces the compressor only.
Part replacedLubricant to be added to system
Remarks
Amount of lubricant
m (US fl oz., Imp fl oz.)
Evaporator 75 (2.5, 2.6) —
Condenser 35 (1.2, 1.2) —
Liquid tank 10 (0.3, 0.4) —
In case of refrigerant leak30 (1.0, 1.1) Large leak
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Small leak
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INTAKE SENSOR
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Removal and InstallationNJS000H9
REMOVAL
1. Remove low-pressure pipe 1 and high-pressure pipe 2. Refer to ATC-162, "Removal and Installation of
Low-Pressure Pipe 1 and High-Pressure Pipe 2" .
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable material such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
2. Slide evaporator to passenger side, and then remove intake
sensor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Replace O-rings of A/C piping with new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing
it.
Mark the mounting position of intake sensor bracket prior to removal so that the reinstalled sen-
sor can be located in the same position.
Female-side piping connection 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 completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.
When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
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CAUTION:
Replace O-rings of A/C piping with new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing
it.
Female-side piping connection 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 completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connection
does not come loose.
When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
NOTE:
When filling radiator with coolant, refer to CO-11, "Changing Engine Coolant" (VQ35DE) or CO-40,
"Changing Engine Coolant" (VK45DE).
Recharge the refrigerant.
Heater & cooling unit assembly mounting bolt
: 6.9 Nꞏm (0.7 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Instrument stay mounting nut and bolt
: 12 Nꞏm (1.25 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)

REFRIGERANT LINES
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HFC-134a (R-134a) Service ProcedureNJS000HM
SETTING OF SERVICE TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Discharging Refrigerant
WAR NING :
Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from A/C system using certified service equipment meeting
requirements of SAE J-2210 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment] or J-2209 [HFC-134a (R-134a)
recovery equipment]. If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming ser-
vice. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and lubricant manu-
facturers.
Evacuating System and Charging Refrigerant
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