drain coolant INFINITI M35 2007 Factory User Guide

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Removal and InstallationNBS004R2
CAUTION:

When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belts.

Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using the radi-
ator cap tester (commercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service
tool).
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-15, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-19, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT"
.
3. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
4. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-16, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
5. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
6. Remove water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder
block to drain engine coolant from engine inside.
7. Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover from front timing chain case.
1. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 2. Chain tensioner cover 3. Water pump cover
4. Water pump 5. O-rings 6. Water drain plug (front)
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b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with tube presser
(commercial service tool) to mating surface of chain tensioner
cover and water pump cover.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-47, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS" .
CAUTION:
Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
c. Tighten mounting bolts.
5. Install water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block.

Apply liquid gasket to the thread of water drain plug (front).
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-47, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
6. Install in the reverse order of removal for remaining parts.

After starting engine, let idle for three minutes, then rev engine up to 3,000 rpm under no load to
purge air from the high-pressure chamber of chain tensioner. Engine may produce a rattling
noise. This indicates that air still remains in the chamber and is not a matter of concern.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) and the
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
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WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY
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ComponentsNBS004R3

Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbols in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS004R4
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-15, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-19, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
3. Remove front engine undercover using power tool.
4. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and from water drain plug at the
front of cylinder block. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-24, "WATER PUMP" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
5. Disconnect radiator hose (lower) and oil cooler water hose from water inlet and thermostat assembly.
6. Remove water inlet and thermostat assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water inlet and thermostat assembly.
Replace them as a unit, if necessary.
1. Water inlet and thermostat assembly 2. Gasket
A. To oil cooler
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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING
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REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-15, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-21, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .
3. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-19, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT"
.
4. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
5. Drain engine coolant from radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and from water drain plug at the
front of cylinder block. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" and CO-24, "WATER PUMP" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
6. Remove radiator hose (upper) and heater hose.
7. Remove the following parts, when remove water outlet.

A/T fluid charging pipe: Refer to AT- 2 7 4 , "TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY" .

Intake manifold collectors (upper and lower): Refer to EM-21, "INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR" .

Rocker cover (right bank): Refer to EM-53, "ROCKER COVER" .
8. Remove engine coolant temperature sensor as necessary.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage engine coolant temperature sensor.
1. Harness bracket 2. Water hose 3. Water bypass hose
4. Engine coolant temperature sensor 5. Gasket 6. Water outlet
7. Heater hose 8. Water pipe 9. Radiator hose (upper)
10. Heater pipe 11. Washer 12. O-ring
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InspectionNBS004RE
LEVEL CHECK

Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the
“MIN” to “MAX” when engine is cool.

Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.
LEAK CHECK

To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) (A) and radiator
cap tester adapter (commercial service tool) (B).
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant
escaping from thermostat housing.
CAUTION:
Higher testing pressure than specified may cause radiator
damage.
NOTE:
In a case engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Engine CoolantNBS004RF
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove radiator cap. First, turn radiator cap a
quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn radiator cap all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-173, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-179, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
3. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.
When draining all of engine coolant in the system, open
water drain plugs on cylinder block. Refer to EM-253, "
DIS-
ASSEMBLY" .
4. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant
and clean reservoir tank before installing.
5. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated,
flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-42, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
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Testing pressure: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
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1 : Radiator drain plug hole
2 : Front engine undercover
: Engine front
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ENGINE COOLANT
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CAUTION:
Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-257,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Make sure that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug (1) on heater hose.
4. Fill thermostat housing and reservoir tank to specified level.

Refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4
Imp qt) a minute to allow air in system to escape.

Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent mixed with water (distilled or
demineralized). Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

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 (122°F).

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.Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level):
Approx. 10.4 (11 US qt, 9-1/8 Imp qt)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(At “MAX” level):
0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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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-257,
"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.
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.Radiator drain plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Air relief plug:
: 1.2 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)

RADIATOR
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ComponentsNBS004RG

Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbols in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS004RH
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure engine
coolant escaping from thermostat housing. Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap. Slowly turn it a
quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Carefully remove radiator cap by turning it all the way.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the following parts:

Front engine undercover (power tool).

Engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-173, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .

Air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-177, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
2. Remove front grille and front grille support. Refer to EI-16, "
FRONT GRILLE" .
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-40, "
ENGINE COOLANT" .
1. Reservoir tank cap 2. Reservoir tank 3. Reservoir tank bracket
4. Reservoir tank hose 5. Radiator hose (upper) 6. Air guide
7. Mount bracket (RH) 8. Mounting rubber (upper) 9. A/C condenser
10. Mount bracket (LH) 11. Radiator 12. Mounting rubber (lower)
13. A/T fluid cooler hose 14. A/T fluid cooler hose 15. O-ring
16. Drain plug 17. Radiator hose (lower) 18. Cooling fan assembly
A. To thermostat housing B. To water suction pipe C. To transmission
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COOLING FAN
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Removal and InstallationNBS004RN
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to EM-173, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Remove air duct (inlet) and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-177, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR
DUCT" .
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-40, "
ENGINE COOLANT" .
4. Disconnect harness connector from cooling fan control module, and move harness to aside.
5. Remove radiator hose (upper). Refer to CO-43, "
RADIATOR" .
6. Remove cooling fan assembly.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage or scratch on radiator core.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Only use genuine parts for radiator shroud and cooling fan mounting bolt and observe the specified
torque (to prevent radiator from being damaged).
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Make sure that fan motors operate normally.
1. Sub-harness 2. Cooling fan control module 3. Sub-harness
4. Fan motor (LH) 5. Fan motor (RH) 6. Fan shroud
7. Cooling fan (RH) 8. Cooling fan (LH)
A. Apply on fan motor shaft.
: Apply Genuine High Strength Lock-
ing Sealant or equivalent.
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WATER PUMP
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ComponentsNBS004RP

Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbols in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS004RQ
CAUTION:

When removing water pump, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belts.

Water pump can not be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter (commercial service tool).
REMOVAL
1. Remove following parts:

Front engine undercover (power tool)

Engine cover: Refer to EM-179, "INTAKE MANIFOLD" .

Engine room cover (RH and LH): Refer to EM-173, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .

Air duct (inlet): Refer to EM-177, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt: Refer to EM-174, "DRIVE BELTS" .
2. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-40, "
Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-253, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove water pump pulley.
4. Remove water pump.

Engine coolant will leak from cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready under vehicle.
CAUTION:

Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.

Do not disassemble water pump.
1. Water pump 2. Water pump pulley 3. Gasket
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