towing INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Service Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Description ............................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for NVIS/IVIS (NISSAN/INFINITI
VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - NATS) (If
Equipped) ................................................................. 3
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 4
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 4
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 4
General Precautions ................................................ 4
Precautions for Three Way Catalyst ......................... 6
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline
Recommended) ...................................................
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Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline
Required) ................................................................. 6
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System or
Engine Control System ............................................ 7
Precautions for Hoses .............................................. 7
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............... 7
HOSE CLAMPING ................................................ 7
Precautions for Engine Oils ...................................... 8
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS ............. 8
Precautions for Air Conditioning ............................... 8
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ................................... 9
Description ............................................................... 9
Terms ....................................................................... 9
Units ......................................................................... 9
Contents ................................................................... 9
Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions .... 10
Components ............................................................ 11
SYMBOLS ........................................................
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How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses .......................... 12
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 12
HOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUPS IN TROU-
BLE DIAGNOSES ............................................... 12
HARNESS WIRE COLOR AND CONNECTOR
NUMBER INDICATION ....................................... 13KEY TO SYMBOLS SIGNIFYING MEASURE-
MENTS OR PROCEDURES ............................... 14
How to Read Wiring Diagrams ............................... 16
CONNECTOR SYMBOLS ................................... 16
SAMPLE/WIRING DIAGRAM - EXAMPL - .......... 17
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 18
Abbreviations .......................................................... 24
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCI-
DENT ......................................................................... 25
How to Check Terminal ........................................... 25
CONNECTOR AND TERMINAL PIN KIT ............ 25
HOW TO PROBE CONNECTORS ...................... 25
How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical
Incident ................................................................... 28
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 28
INCIDENT SIMULATION TESTS ........................ 28
CIRCUIT INSPECTION ....................................
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Control Units and Electrical Parts ........................... 36
PRECAUTIONS .................................................. 36
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM .......................... 38
Description .............................................................. 38
Function and System Application ........................... 38
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement ............ 39
Checking Equipment .............................................. 39
CONSULT-II Start Procedure .................................. 39
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit .... 40
INSPECTION PROCEDURE .............................. 40
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ............................................ 41
LIFTING POINT ......................................................... 42
Special Service Tools ............................................. 42
Garage Jack and Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift ....... 42
Board-On Lift .......................................................... 43
TOW TRUCK TOWING ............................................. 44
Tow Truck Towing ................................................... 44
2WD MODELS .................................................... 44
AWD MODELS .................................................... 45
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) ........... 45
FRONT ................................................................ 45
REAR .................................................................. 45
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ........................... 46

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Tow Truck TowingNAS00081
CAUTION:
All applicable state or Provincial (in Canada) laws and local laws regarding the towing operation
must be obeyed.
It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage to the vehicle during
towing operation. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.
Always attach safety chains before towing.
When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and powertrain are in good order.
If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear (that is backward) with four wheels on
the ground. This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.
2WD MODELS
INFINITI recommends that vehicle be towed with the driving (rear) wheels off the ground or that a dolly be
used as illustrated.
CAUTION:
Never tow automatic transmission models with the rear wheels on the ground or four wheels on
the ground (forward or backward), as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the trans-
mission.
If it is necessary to tow the vehicle with the front wheels raised, always use towing dollies under
the rear wheels.
When towing rear wheel drive models with the front wheels on the ground or on towing dollies:
–Turn the ignition key to the OFF position, and secure the steering wheel in a straight ahead posi-
tion with a rope or similar device.Never secure the steering wheel by turning the ignition key to the
LOCK position. This may damage the steering lock mechanism.
–Move the selector lever to the N (Neutral) position.
When the battery of vehicle equipped with the Intelligent Key system is discharged, your vehicle
should be towed with the front wheels on towing dollies or place the vehicle on a flat bed truck.
If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the propeller shaft before towing to prevent dam-
age to the transmission.
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INFINITI recommends that a dolly be used as illustrated when towing AWD models.
CAUTION:
Never tow AWD models with any of the wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expen-
sive damage to the powertrain.
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) NAS00082
FRONT
Securely install the vehicle recovery hook stored with jacking tools.
Make sure that the hook is properly secured in the stored place after
use.
WAR NING :
Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them
to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle
could also overheat and be damaged.
CAUTION:
Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the vehicle
recovery hooks or main structural members of the vehicle.
Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.
Do not use the vehicle tie downs to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow the
vehicle using the vehicle tie downs or recovery hooks.
Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the hook at an angle.
Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake
or cooling systems.
Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or
recovery.
REAR
WAR NING :
Rear hook is not available.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
To tow a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission, an appropriate vehicle dolly MUST be placed
under the towed vehicle's drive wheels. Always follow the dolly manufacture's recommendations when using
their product.
If the vehicle is stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc., use the following procedure:
1. Turn off the Vehicle Dynamic Control System.
2. Make sure the area in front and behind the vehicle is clear of obstructions.
3. Turn the steering wheel right and left to clear an area around the front tires.
4. Slowly rock the vehicle forward and backward.
Shift back and forth between R (reverse) and D (drive).
Apply the accelerator as little as possible to maintain the rocking motion.
Release the accelerator pedal before shifting between R and D.
Do not spin the tires above 35 mph (55 km/h).
5. If the vehicle can not be freed after a few tries, contact a professional towing service to remove the vehi-
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Introduction of Periodic MaintenanceNLS0007B
Two different maintenance schedules are provided, and should be used, depending upon the conditions in
which the vehicle is mainly operated. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic
maintenance at the same mileage/time intervals.
Schedule 1Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if the driving habits frequently include
one or more of the following driving conditions:
Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).
Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures
remaining below freezing.
Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go “rush hour” traffic.
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery use.
Driving in dusty conditions.
Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.
Towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier.Emission Control Sys-
tem Maintenance
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Chassis and Body
Maintenance
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Schedule 2Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of driving conditions shown in
Schedule 1 apply to the driving habits.Emission Control Sys-
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(1) If towing a trailer, using a camper or a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) fluid (A/T, trans-
fer)/oil at every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months. Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J
ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmis-
sion, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2NLS0007D
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
NOTE:
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts if found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading (only for VK45DE engine) reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-4
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Drive shaft boots and pro-
peller shaft (AWD models)I IIIMA-38,
MA-32
Exhaust system I I I IMA-29
In-cabin microfilter R RATC-134
Climate controlled seat filterRSE-171
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
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Content Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
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Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-14
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MA-22
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-18,
MA-25
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-21,
MA-28
Fuel lines I* I*MA-18,
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Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-15
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Engine oil RRRRRRRRMA-18,
MA-25
Engine oil filter [Use part No.
15208 31U00 (for VK45DE),
15208 65F00 (for VQ35DE) or
equivalent.]RRRR R RRRMA-19
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Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-20,
MA-27
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
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Clearance"