engine coolant INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Service Manual

MA-24
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug.
5. Install radiator cap.
6. Warm up until opening thermostat. Standard for warming-up time is approximately 10 minutes at 3,000
rpm.
Make sure thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
7. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50
C (122F).
Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.
If necessary, refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.
8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
10. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
11. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000
rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.
Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
12. Repeat step 11 three times.
13. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating steps 4 through 7 until engine coolant level
no longer drops.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-254,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.
3. Fill thermostat housing with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill
thermostat housing and reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap. Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(At “MAX” level):
0.6 (5/8 US qt, 1/2 lmp qt)
Air relief plug:
: 1.2 Nꞏm (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
SMA412B
Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 Nꞏm (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
: Engine front
PBIC3394E

ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
MA-25
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
MA
B
MA
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
4. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to CO-40, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LinesNLS0007T
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterNLS0007U
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7,
"PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .
Changing Engine OilNLS0007V
WAR NING :
Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer
to LU-26, "
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove mounting bolts, and then pull down the rear of front engine undercover and secure it using clip.
5. Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-187, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.Air relief plug:
: 1.2 Nꞏm (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
SMA803A
PBIC0993E
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 Nꞏm (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)

MA-40
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitNLS0008J
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VQ35DE)
*: If belt tension gauge cannot be installed at check points shown, check drive belt tension at different location on the belt.
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VK45DE)
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) (VQ35DE)
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) (VK45DE)
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) (VQ35DE)
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt) Deflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment* Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt
New beltUsed belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment Limit After adjustment
Alternator and
power steering
oil pump belt7 (0.28)4 - 5
(0.16 - 0.20)3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177)294 (30, 66)730 - 818
(74.5 - 83.5,
164 - 184)838 - 926
(85.5 - 94.5,
188 - 208)
A/C compressor
belt12 (0.47)9 - 10
(0.35 - 0.39)8 - 9
(0.31 - 0.35)196 (20, 44)348 - 436
(35.5 - 44.5,
78 - 98)470 - 559
(48 - 57,
106 - 126)
Applied pushing
force98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) —
KBIA1731J
Tension of drive belts Auto-adjustment by auto tensioner
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level) 8.9 (9-3/8, 7-7/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (At “MAX” level) 0.6 (5/8, 1/2)
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level) 10.4 (11, 9-1/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (At “MAX” level) 0.6 (5/8, 1/2)
Cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage testing pressure157 (1.6, 23)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)

HARNESS
PG-93
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
L
MA
B
PG
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
Wiring Diagram Codes (Cell Codes) NKS004ET
Use the chart below to find out what each wiring diagram code stands for.
Refer to the wiring diagram code in the alphabetical index to find the location (page number) of each wiring
diagram.
Code Section Wiring Diagram Name
A/C ATC Air Conditioner
AF1B1 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 Bank 1
AF1B2 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 Bank 2
AF1HB1 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 Heater Bank 1
AF1HB2 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 Heater Bank 2
AFS LT Adaptive Front Lighting System
APPS1 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS2 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS3 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
ASC/BS EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Brake Switch
ASC/SW EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Steering Switch
ASCBOF EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Brake Switch
ASCIND EC Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) Indicator
AT/IND DI A/T Indicator Lamp
AUT/DP SE Automatic Drive Positioner
AUTO/L LT Automatic Light System
AV AV Audio and Visual System
AWD TF AWD Control System
BACK/L LT Back-Up Lamp
BRK/SW EC Brake Switch
C/SEAT SE Climate Controlled Seat
CAN AT CAN Communication Line
CAN EC CAN Communication Line
CAN LAN CAN System
CHARGE SC Charging System
CHIME DI Warning Chime
CIGAR WW Cigarette Lighter
CLOCK DI Clock
COMBSW LT Combination Switch
COMPAS DI Compass and Thermometer
COOL/F EC Cooling Fan Control
CUR/SE EC Battery Current Sensor
D/LOCK BL Power Door Lock
DEF GW Rear Window Defogger
DTRL LT Headlamp - with Daytime Light System
ECM/PW EC ECM Power Supply for Back-Up
ECTS EC Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
ENG/ST BL Engine Start System
EPS STC Electric Controlled Power Steering System
ETC1 EC Electric Throttle Control Function
ETC2 EC Electric Throttle Control Motor Relay

RSU-2
PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
PrecautionsNES000J2
When installing rubber bushings, final tightening must be carried out under unladen conditions with tires
on ground. Oil will shorten the life of rubber bushings. Be sure to wipe off any spilled oil.
–Unladen conditions mean that fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
After servicing suspension parts, be sure to check wheel alignment.
Self-lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new ones when installing. Since new self-lock nuts are pre-
oiled, tighten as they are.

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
RSU-5
C
D
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
RSU
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYPFP:55020
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceNES000J6
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, back lash) of each component and component conditions
(wear, damage) are normal.
SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY INSPECTION
Measure axial end play by placing and moving up/down with an iron pry bar or something similar between sus-
pension arm and axle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
Check shock absorber for oil leakage, damage and replace if malfunction is detected.
Wheel Alignment InspectionNES000J7
DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions.
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Check the following:
1. Tires for improper air pressure and wear.
2. Road wheels for runout. Refer to WT-6, "
ROAD WHEEL" .
3. Wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to RAX-5, "
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
4. Ball joint axial end play of suspension arm. Refer to RSU-5, "
SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT AXIAL
END PLAY INSPECTION" .
5. Shock absorber operation.
6. Each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
7. Each of front lower link, rear lower link, radius rod, rear suspension member, suspension arm and shock
absorber for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
8. Vehicle height (posture).
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
–This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
–The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is
centered.
–The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
–The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
–Your alignment equipment should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.
–Check with the manufacturer of your specific equipment for their recommended Service/Calibration
Schedule.Standard value
Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)

RSU-18
SERVICE DATA
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
SERVICE DATAPFP:00030
Wheel Alignment (Unladen)*NES000JH
*: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
Ball JointNES000JI
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*)NES000JJ
*: Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions. Axle2WD AWD
Tire 245/45R18 245/40R19 245/45R18
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum – 1
10 (– 1.17)– 1 20 (– 1.33)– 0 40 (– 0.67)
Nominal – 0
40 (– 0.67)– 0 50 (– 0.83)– 0 10 (– 0.17)
Maximum – 0
10 (– 0.17)– 0 20 (– 0.33)0 20 (0.33)
Total toe-inDistanceMinimum 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
Nominal 2.8 mm (0.110 in)
Maximum 5.5 mm (0.217 in)
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum 0
(0)
Nominal 7
(0.12)
Maximum 14
(0.23)
Axial end play0 mm (0 in)
Swing torque 0.5 - 3.4 Nꞏm (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance (cotter pinhole position) 8.1 - 54.8 N (0.83 - 5.5 kg, 1.82 - 12.32 lb)
Rotating torque 0.5 - 3.4 Nꞏm (0.06 - 0.34 kg-m, 5 - 30 in-lb)
Applied model2WD AWD
245/45R18 245/40R19 245/45R18
Front (Hf)USA 717 mm (28.23 in)
721 mm (28.39 in)731 mm (28.78 in)
CANADA 718 mm (28.27 in) 732 mm (28.82 in)
Rear (Hr)USA 710 mm (27.95 in)
711 mm (27.99 in)725 mm (28.54 in)
CANADA 711 mm (27.99 in) 726 mm (28.58 in)
SFA818A

SC-1
STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEM
K ELECTRICAL
CONTENTS
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
L
M
SECTION SC
A
B
SC
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions for Power Generation Voltage Variable
Control System ......................................................... 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
BATTERY .................................................................... 4
How to Handle Battery ............................................. 4
METHODS OF PREVENTING OVER-DIS-
CHARGE ............................................................... 4
CHECKING ELECTROLYTE LEVEL .................... 5
SPECIFIC GRAVITY CHECK ............................... 5
CHARGING THE BATTERY ................................. 6
Trouble Diagnosis with Battery/Starting/Charging
System Tester (Battery) ............................................ 7
DIAGNOSTIC RESULT ITEM CHART .................. 8
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9
REMOVAL ........................................................
..... 9
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 9
STARTING SYSTEM ................................................ 10
System Description ................................................ 10
Wiring Diagram — START — .................................. 11
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS ................................ 11
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS ............................... 12
Trouble Diagnosis with Battery/Starting/Charging
System Tester (Starting) ......................................... 13
DIAGNOSTIC RESULT ITEM CHART ................ 13
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 14
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 1 ........................... 15
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2 ........................... 16
MINIMUM SPECIFICATION OF CRANKING
VOLTAGE REFERENCING COOLANT TEM-
PERATURE ......................................................... 16
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (2WD) .................... 17VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (AWD) .................... 18
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS ................................ 19
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 20
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (2WD) .................... 20
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (AWD) .................... 21
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS ................................ 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 22
CHARGING SYSTEM ............................................... 23
System Description ................................................. 23
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 23
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR .............................. 23
POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARIABLE
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................... 24
Wiring Diagram — CHARGE — ............................. 25
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (2WD) .................... 25
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (AWD) .................... 26
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS .............................
... 27
Trouble Diagnoses with Battery/Starting/Charging
System Tester (Charging) ....................................... 28
DIAGNOSTIC RESULT ITEM CHART ................ 30
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 31
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION ............................. 32
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 1 ........................... 32
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2 ........................... 33
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3 ........................... 33
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 4 ........................... 34
Power Generation Voltage Variable Control System
Operation Inspection .............................................. 35
Removal and Installation ........................................ 37
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS ............................... 37
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS ................................ 39
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 41
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS ............................... 41
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS ................................ 42
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 43
Battery .................................................................... 43
Starter ..................................................................... 43
Alternator ................................................................ 43

SC-16
STARTING SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2
Check “S” Connector Circuit
CAUTION:
Perform diagnosis under the condition that engine cannot start by the following procedure.
1. Remove fuel pump fuse.
2. Crank or start the engine (where possible) until the fuel pressure is released.
1. CHECK “S” CONNECTOR CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect starter motor connector.
3. Check voltage between starter motor harness connector and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> “S” connector circuit is OK. Further inspection necessary. Refer to SC-14, "WORK FLOW" .
NG >> Check the following.
Ignition switch and PDU
IPDM E/R
Harness between starter motor and IPDM E/R
MINIMUM SPECIFICATION OF CRANKING VOLTAGE REFERENCING COOLANT TEMPERA-
TURE
Te r m i n a l s
ConditionVoltage
(Approx.) (+)
(–)
Starter motor
connectorTe r m i n a l
F9 (VQ35DE)
E210 (VK45DE)1 GroundWhen the ignition
switch is in
START positionBattery voltage
PKIB8796E
Engine coolant temperature [C (F)] Voltage [V]
30 to 20 (22 to 4) 8.6
19 to 10 (2 to 14) 9.1
9 to 0 (16 to 32) 9.5
More than 1 (More than 34) 9.9

CHARGING SYSTEM
SC-39
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
L
MA
B
SC
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
VK45DE ENGINE MODELS
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
2. Remove engine front undercover, using power tools.
3. Remove “B” terminal nut (1).
4. Disconnect alternator connector (2).
5. Remove alternator ground harness mounting bolt (3).
6. Remove the harness bracket bolts (A).
7. Remove air intake duct. Refer to EM-177, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
8. Remove alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt. Refer to EM-174, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
9. Remove power steering oil reservoir tank (1) from the bracket,
engine coolant reservoir tank (2) and vacuum tank (3).
10. Remove the harness clips (A).
11. Remove alternator mounting bolts (B), using power tools.
12. Remove alternator assembly upward.
1. Alternator ground harness 2. “B” terminal nut 3. “B” terminal harness
4. Alternator nut 5. Alternator bracket 6. Alternator
7. Alternator mounting bolt 8. Alternator stay
: Nꞏm (kg-m, in-lb) : Nꞏm (kg-m, ft-lb) : Engine front
PKIB8812E
PKIB8813E
PKIB8814E