ECO mode INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Service Manual

LU-8
[VQ35DE]
ENGINE OIL
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Crankshaft oil seals (front and rear)

Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:

Be careful not to get burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Oil pressure check should be done in “Parking position”.
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" .
2. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
3. Disconnect harness connector at oil pressure switch, and
remove oil pressure switch using deep socket (commercial ser-
vice tool).
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure switch.

Remove the oil pressure switch using a 26 mm (1.02 in) box
wrench. (AWD models)
4. Install the oil pressure gauge (SST) and hose (SST).
5. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
6. Check the engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
NOTE:
When the engine oil temperature is low, the engine oil pressure becomes high.
Engine oil pressure [Engine oil temperature at 80 °C (176 °F)]
Unit: [kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)]
If difference is extreme, check engine oil passage and oil pump for engine oil leaks.
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SBIA0453E
SLC926
Engine speed Approximate discharge pressure
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)

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(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(5) 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.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.
NOTE:
(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.MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
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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)
Months3.75
(6)
37.50
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Brake lines & cables I IMA-35
Brake pads & rotors I I I IMA-36
Automatic transmission &
transfer fluid & differential
gear oilNOTE (1) I IMA-29,
MA-31
,
MA-32
Steering gear, linkage &
transfer gear, axle & sus-
pension partsIIIIMA-36,
MA-37
Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-4,
MA-35
Drive shaft boots and pro-
peller shaft (AWD models) IIIIMA-38,
MA-32
Exhaust system I I I IMA-29
In-cabin microfilter R RAT C - 1 3 3
Climate controlled seat filterRSE-172
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
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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)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines & cables I IMA-35
Brake pads & rotors I I I IMA-36
Automatic transmission &
transfer fluid & differential
gear oilNOTE (1) I IMA-29,
MA-31
,
MA-32
Steering gear, linkage &
transfer gear, axle & sus-
pension partsI IIIMA-36,
MA-37
Tire rotation NOTE (2)MA-4,
MA-35
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 RAT C - 1 3 3
Climate controlled seat filterRSE-172

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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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
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Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. 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)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-14
,
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,
MA-25
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-15
,
MA-22
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-18,
MA-25
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
NISSAN engine oil filter or
equivalent.)RRRR R RRRMA-19,
MA-26
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-20,
MA-27
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (4)EM-94,
EM-224
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters 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)
48
Brake lines & cables I I I IMA-35
Brake pads & rotors I I I IMA-36
Automatic transmission & trans-
fer fluid & differential gear oilIIIIMA-29,
MA-31
,
MA-32
Steering gear, linkage & transfer
gear, axle & suspension partsIIMA-36,
MA-37
Tire rotation NOTE (1)MA-4,
MA-35
Drive shaft boots and propeller
shaft (AWD models) IIIIMA-38,
MA-32
Exhaust system I IMA-29

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and Lubricants NLS0007E
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and auto-
matic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle
limited warranty.
*3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F).
*4: Canada NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid or DEXRON
TM VI type ATF may also be used.
*5: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measureImp mea-
sureLiter
Engine oil
Drain and
refillWith oil fil-
ter changeVQ35DE 5 qt 4-1/8 qt 4.7
Engine oil with API Certification Mark
*1
Viscosity SAE 5W-30 VK45DE 5-3/4 qt 4-7/8 qt 5.5
Without oil
filter
changeVQ35DE 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
VK45DE 5-1/8 qt 4-1/4 qt 4.9
Dry engine (Overhaul)VQ35DE 5-3/4 qt 4-3/4 qt 5.4
VK45DE 7-1/8 qt 5-7/8 qt 6.7
Cooling
systemWith res-
ervoir tankVQ35DE 9-3/8 qt 7-7/8 qt 8.9
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
or equivalent VK45DE 11 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.4
Reservoir
tankVQ35DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
VK45DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3
Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF
*2
Differential gear oilFront 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.65 Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super
GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-
90*3Rear 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.40
Transfer fluid 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.25Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S.
and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent (if available)
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent
*4
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid*5 or equivalent
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
Fuel recommendationVQ35DE — — —Refer to GI-6, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded
Premium Gasoline Recommended) (VQ35DE
Engine Models)" .
VK45DE — — —Refer toGI-6, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded
Premium Gasoline Required) (VK45DE Engine
Models)" .

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Changing Differential Gear OilNLS00086
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
(For details, refer to FFD-8, "
Changing Differential Gear Oil" and RFD-9, "Changing Differential Gear Oil"
.)
2. Check oil level.
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type)NLS00087
REMOVAL
1. Remove inner and outer balance weights from the road wheel.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
2. Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the road wheel.
CAUTION:

Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.

After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the road
wheel.
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight mode settings and drive-in weight mode setting,
select and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for road wheels.
1. Set road wheel on tire balance machine using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.
2. When inner and outer unbalance values are shown on the tire balance machine indicator, multiply outer
unbalance value by 5/3 to determine balance weight that should be used. Select the outer balance weight
with a value closest to the calculated value above and install it to the designated outer position of, or at the
designated angle in relation to the road wheel.
CAUTION:

Do not install the inner balance weight before installing the outer balance weight.Oil grade and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS
AND LUBRICANTS" .
Capacity:
Front final drive (F160A)
0.65 (1 - 3/8 US pt, 1 - 1/8 lmp pt)
Rear final drive (R200)
1.4 (3 US pt, 2 - 1/2 lmp pt)
Filler plug:
Front final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Rear final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain plug:
Front final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Rear final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
SDIA1151E

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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
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System DescriptionNKS004E2

IPDM E/R (Intelligent Power Distribution Module Engine Room) integrates the relay box and fuse block
which were originally placed in engine compartment. It controls integrated relay via IPDM E/R control cir-
cuit.

IPDM E/R-integrated control circuit performs ON-OFF operation of relay, CAN communication control and
oil pressure switch signal reception, etc.

It controls operation of each electrical part via ECM, BCM and CAN communication lines.
CAUTION:
None of the IPDM E/R-integrated relays can be removed.
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY IPDM E/R
1. Lamp control
Using CAN communication, it receives signal from BCM and controls the following lamps:

Headlamps (HI, LO)

Tail, parking and license plate lamps

Front fog lamps
2. Daytime light relay control (for Canada models)
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the daytime light relay.
3. Wiper control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the front wipers.
4. Rear window defogger relay control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the rear window defogger relay.
5. A/C compressor control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from ECM and controls the A/C relay.
6. Cooling fan control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from ECM and controls cooling fan via cooling fan control
module.
7. Horn control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls horn relay.
8. Starter motor relay control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls starter motor relay.
9. Alternator control
Using CAN communication, it receives signal from ECM and controls power generation voltage.
CAN COMMUNICATION LINE CONTROL
With CAN communication, by connecting each control unit using two communication lines (CAN L-line, CAN
H-line), it is possible to transmit maximum amount of information with minimum wiring. Each control unit can
transmit and receive data, and reads necessary information only.
1. Fail-safe control

When CAN communication with other control units is impossible, IPDM E/R performs fail-safe control.
After CAN communication recovers normally, it also returns to normal control.

Operation of control parts by IPDM E/R during fail-safe mode is as follows:
Controlled system Fail-safe mode
Headlamps

With the ignition switch ON, the headlamp low relay is ON.

With the ignition switch OFF, the headlamp low relay is OFF.
Tail, parking and
license plate lamps

With the ignition switch ON, the tail lamp relay is ON.

With the ignition switch OFF, the tail lamp relay is OFF.
Cooling fan

With the ignition switch ON, the cooling fan HI operates.

With the ignition switch OFF, the cooling fan stops.
Front wiperUntil the ignition switch is turned off, the front wiper LO and HI remains in the same status it was in just
before fail−safe control was initiated.

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IPDM E/R STATUS CONTROL
In order to save power, IPDM E/R switches status by itself based on each operating condition.
1. CAN communication status

CAN communication is normally performed with other control units.

Individual unit control by IPDM E/R is normally performed.

When sleep request signal is received from BCM, mode is switched to sleep transient status.
2. Sleep transient status

Process to stop CAN communication is activated.

All systems controlled by IPDM E/R are stopped. When 3 seconds have elapsed after CAN communi-
cation with other control units is stopped, mode switches to sleep status.
3. Sleep status

IPDM E/R operates in low power mode.

CAN communication is stopped.

When a change in CAN communication line is detected, mode switches to CAN communication status.

When a change hood switch or ignition switch signal is detected, mode switches to CAN communica-
tion status.
CAN Communication System DescriptionNKS004E3
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Modern
vehicles are equipped with many electronic control units and each control unit shares information and links
with other control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are con-
nected with 2 communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission
with less wiring. Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
CAN Communication UnitNKS004E4
Refer to LAN-50, "CAN System Specification Chart" .
Function of Detecting Ignition Relay MalfunctionNKS004E5

When contact point of integrated ignition relay is stuck and cannot be turned OFF, IPDM E/R turns ON tail
and parking lamps for 10 minutes to indicate ignition relay malfunction.

When a state of ignition relay having built-in does not agree with a state of Ignition switch signal input by a
CAN communication from BCM, IPDM E/R lets tail lamp relay operate.
NOTE:
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the tail lamps are OFF.
Rear window defogger Rear window defogger relay OFF
A/C compressor A/C relay OFF
Front fog lamps Front fog lamp relay OFF Controlled system Fail-safe mode
Ignition switch signal Ignition relay status Tail lamp relay
ON ON —
OFF OFF —
ON OFF —
OFF ON ON (10 minutes)

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Auto Active TestNKS004E7
DESCRIPTION
In auto active test mode, operation inspection can be performed when IPDM E/R sends a drive signal to the
following systems:

Rear window defogger

Front wiper (LO, HI)

Tail lamps, parking lamps and license plate lamps

Front fog lamps

Headlamps (LO, HI)

A/C compressor (magnetic clutch)

Cooling fan

Oil pressure warning lamp
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Close hood and front door (passenger side), and then lift wiper arms away from windshield (to prevent
glass damage by wiper operation).
NOTE:
When auto active test is performed with hood opened, sprinkle water on windshield beforehand.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Turn ignition switch ON, and within 20 seconds, press driver's door switch 10 times (close other doors).
Then turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch ON within 10 seconds after ignition switch OFF.
5. When auto active test mode is actuated, horn chirps once. Oil pressure warning lamp starts blinking.
6. After a series of operations is repeated three times, auto active test is completed.
NOTE:
When auto active test mode has to be cancelled halfway, turn ignition switch OFF.
CAUTION:

Never start the engine.

If the engine starting operation is made, delete DTC on the self-diag results of CONSULT-II.
Refer to BL-79, "
CONSULT-II Application Items" .

Be sure to inspect GW-50, "Check door Switch" when the auto active test cannot be performed.

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INSPECTION IN AUTO ACTIVE TEST MODE
When auto active test mode is actuated, the following eight steps are repeated three times.
(A): Oil pressure warning lamp is blinking when the auto active test operating.
Operation steps
PKIC0273E
Test item Operation time/ frequency
1 Rear window defogger 10 seconds
2 Front wiper LO 5 seconds → HI 5 seconds
3 Tail lamps, parking lamps, license plate lamps 10 seconds
4 Front fog lamps 10 seconds
5 Headlamp (LO) 10 seconds
6 Headlamp (HI) ON-OFF 5 times
7 A/C compressor (magnetic clutch) ON-OFF 5 times
8 Cooling fan LO 5 seconds → HI 5 seconds

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3. PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH INDICATOR GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect Intelligent Key unit connector.
2. Check continuity between Intelligent Key unit connector and
push-button ignition switch connector.
3. Check continuity between push-button ignition switch connector.
OK or NG
OK >> Check harness condition.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
PDU Communication Circuit System 1NKS004EO
1. CHECK PDU COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT 1
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check voltage between Intelligent Key unit connector and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check harness condition.
NG >> GO TO 2.
AB
Continuity
Intelligent Key
unit connectorTe r m i n a lPush-button
ignition switch
connectorTerminal
M328
M275
Ye s 96
10 7
Push-button ignition
switch connectorTerminal Continuity
M275
Ground No 6
7
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Intelligent Key
unit connectorTerminal ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx)
M3342 GroundDriver side door is opened
(PDU wake up mode)0
Push-button ignition switch is in
lock state, 30 seconds after all
doors are closed (PDU sleep
mode)Battery
voltage
45 GroundPush-button ignition switch is in
LOCK positionBattery
voltage
Push-button ignition switch is in
ACC position0
Push-button ignition switch is in
ON position0
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