2001 INFINITI QX4 spark plugs

Monitored item [Unit]ECM
input
signalsMain
signalsDescription Remarks
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]q
IIndicates the mean value of the air-fuel ratio
feedback correction factor per cycle.IWhen the engine is running, specifi-
cation range is indicated.
IThis data also includes the data for
the air-fuel ratio learning control. A/F ALPHA-B2 [%]q
NOTE:
IAny monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.
IRegarding R50 model, ªB1º indicates bank 1 and ªB2º indicates bank 2.
ACTIVE TEST MODENBEC0034S07
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
FUEL INJECTIONIEngine: Return to the original
trouble condition
IChange the amount of fuel injec-
tion using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.IHarness and connector
IFuel injectors
IHeated oxygen sensor
IGNITION TIMINGIEngine: Return to the original
trouble condition
ITiming light: Set
IRetard the ignition timing using
CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.IAdjust initial ignition timing
IACV-AAC/V
OPENINGIEngine: After warming up, idle
the engine.
IChange the IACV-AAC valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT-II.Engine speed changes according
to the opening percent.IHarness and connector
IIACV-AAC valve
POWER BAL-
ANCEIEngine: After warming up, idle
the engine.
IA/C switch ªOFFº
IShift lever ªNº
ICut off each injector signal one
at a time using CONSULT-II.Engine runs rough or dies.IHarness and connector
ICompression
IInjectors
IPower transistor
ISpark plugs
IIgnition coils
ENG COOLANT
TEMPIEngine: Return to the original
trouble condition
IChange the engine coolant tem-
perature using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.IHarness and connector
IEngine coolant temperature sen-
sor
IFuel injectors
FUEL PUMP
RELAYIIgnition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)
ITurn the fuel pump relay ªONº
and ªOFFº using CONSULT-II
and listen to operating sound.Fuel pump relay makes the operat-
ing sound.IHarness and connector
IFuel pump relay
VIAS SOL VALVEIIgnition switch: ON
ITurn solenoid valve ªONº and
ªOFFº with CONSULT-II and lis-
ten for operating sound.Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound.IHarness and connector
ISolenoid valve
SWIRL CONT
S O L VA LV EIIgnition switch: ON
ITurn solenoid valve ªONº and
ªOFFº with CONSULT-II and lis-
ten for operating sound.Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound.IHarness and connector
ISolenoid valve
PURG VOL
CONT/VIEngine: After warming up, run
engine at 1,500 rpm.
IChange the EVAP canister purge
volume control solenoid valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT-II.Engine speed changes according
to the opening percent.IHarness and connector
ISolenoid valve
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
EC-91

MEF036D
IntroductionNBEC0036
SEF233G
SEF234G
The engine has an ECM to control major systems such as fuel
control, ignition control, idle air control system, etc. The ECM
accepts input signals from sensors and instantly drives actuators.
It is essential that both input and output signals are proper and
stable. At the same time, it is important that there are no problems
such as vacuum leaks, fouled spark plugs, or other problems with
the engine.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a problem that occurs intermit-
tently rather than continuously. Most intermittent problems are
caused by poor electric connections or improper wiring. In this
case, careful checking of suspected circuits may help prevent the
replacement of good parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the problems. A road
test with CONSULT-II (or GST) or a circuit tester connected should
be performed. Follow the ªWork Flowº on EC-99.
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with
a customer who approaches with a driveability complaint. The cus-
tomer can supply good information about such problems, espe-
cially intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and
under what conditions they occur. A ªDiagnostic Worksheetº like the
example on next page should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for ªconventionalº problems first.
This will help troubleshoot driveability problems on an electronically
controlled engine vehicle.
SEF907L
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEETNBEC0036S01There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction
of engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make
trouble-shooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about a problem. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a
customer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the one on the next page in order
to organize all the information for troubleshooting.
Some conditions may cause the MIL to come on steady or blink and
DTC to be detected. Examples:
IVehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the engine to misfire.
IFuel filler cap was left off or incorrectly screwed on, allowing
fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð INTRODUCTION
Introduction
EC-97

5 CHECK IGNITION SPARK
1. Disconnect ignition wire from spark plug.
2. Connect a known good spark plug to the ignition wire.
3. Place end of spark plug against a suitable ground and crank engine.
4. Check for spark.
SEF575Q
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 6.
NG©Check ignition coil, power transistor and their circuits. Refer to ªDTC P1320 IGNITION
SIGNALº, EC-499
6 CHECK SPARK PLUGS
Remove the spark plugs and check for fouling, etc.
SEF156I
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 7.
NG©Repair or replace spark plug(s) with standard type one(s). For spark plug type, refer to
MA-13, ªENGINE MAINTENANCEº.
7 CHECK COMPRESSION PRESSURE
Check compression pressure. Refer to EM-14, ªMeasurement of Compression Pressureº.
Standard:
1,275 kPa (13.0 kg/cm
2, 185 psi)/300 rpm
Minimum:
981 kPa (10.0 kg/cm
2, 142 psi)/300 rpm
Difference between each cylinder:
98 kPa (1.0 kg/cm
2, 14 psi)/300 rpm
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 8.
NG©Check pistons, piston rings, valves, valve seats and cylinder head gaskets.
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DTC P0300 - P0306 NO.6-1CYLINDER MISFIRE, MULTIPLE CYLINDER
MISFIRE
Diagnostic Procedure (Cont'd)
EC-323

NBEM0007
SEM480G
SEM481G
JEM482G
SEM387C
1. Warm up engine.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Release fuel pressure.
Refer to EC-39, ªFuel Pressure Releaseº.
4. Remove engine cover and throttle wire.
5. Remove air duct with air cleaner case.
6. Remove harness connectors and harness brackets around
ignition coils.
7. Remove throttle body.
8. Disconnect ignition coil with power transistor harness
connectors, then remove ignition coils.
9. Remove all spark plugs.
IClean area around plug with compressed air before removing
the spark plug.
10. Attach a compression tester to No. 1 cylinder.
11. Depress accelerator pedal fully to keep throttle valve wide
open.
12. Crank engine and record highest gauge indication.
13. Repeat the measurement on each cylinder as shown above.
IAlways use a fully-charged battery to obtain specified
engine speed.
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)/rpm
Standard MinimumDifference limit between
cylinders
1,275 (13.0, 185)/300 981 (10.0, 142)/300 98 (1.0, 14)/300
14. If compression in one or more cylinders is low:
a. Pour a small amount of engine oil into cylinders through spark
plug holes.
b. Retest compression.
IIf adding oil helps compression, piston rings may be worn
or damaged. If so, replace piston rings after checking pis-
ton.
IIf pressure stays low, a valve may be sticking or seating
improperly. Inspect and repair valve and valve seat. (Refer
to SDS, EM-76 and EM-79.) If valve or valve seat is dam-
aged excessively, replace them.
IIf compression stays low in two cylinders that are next to
each other:
a) The cylinder head gasket may be leaking, or
b) Both cylinders may have valve component damage. Inspect
and repair as necessary.
15. Install parts in reverse order of removal.
16. Perform ªSelf-diagnosis Procedureº referring to EC-72, ªHow to
Erase DTCº if any DTC appears.
MEASUREMENT OF COMPRESSION PRESSURE
EM-14

12. Apply sealant to the hatched portion of rear timing chain case.
IApply continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surface of
rear timing chain case.
Refer to ªPOSITION FOR APPLYING LIQUID GASKETº,
EM-21.
IBefore installation, wipe off the protruding sealant.
SEM448G
13. Align rear timing chain case with dowel pins, then install on
cylinder head and block.
14. Tighten rear chain case bolts.
a. Tighten bolts in numerical order shown in the figure.
b. Repeat above step a.
15. Reinstall all removed parts in reverse order of removal.
SEM868E
Valve ClearanceNBEM0022CHECKINGNBEM0022S01Check valve clearance while engine is cold and not running.
1. Remove engine cover.
2. Remove air duct with air cleaner case, collectors, hoses, wires,
harnesses, connectors and so on.
3. Remove intake manifold collectors.
4. Remove ignition coils and spark plugs.
5. Remove RH and LH rocker covers.
6. Set No. 1 cylinder at TDC on its compression stroke.
IAlign pointer with TDC mark on crankshaft pulley.
CYLINDER HEAD
Installation (Cont'd)
EM-52

SEM894E
8. Turn crankshaft 240É and align as above.
9. Set No. 3 cylinder at TDC on its compression stroke.
10. Check only those valves shown in the figure.
Crank
positionValve
No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5 No. 6
INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH
No. 3 TDCqq qq
SEM958E
11. Turn crankshaft 240É and align as above.
12. Set No. 5 cylinder at TDC on its compression stroke.
13. Check only those valves shown in the figure.
Crank
positionValve
No. 1 No. 2 No. 3 No. 4 No. 5 No. 6
INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH INT EXH
No. 5 TDCqqqq
14. If all valve clearances are within specification, install the fol-
lowing parts. If they are out of specification, adjust the valve
clearances.
IIntake manifold collectors
IRH and LH rocker covers
IAll spark plugs
IAll ignition coils
SEM449G
ADJUSTINGNBEM0022S02Adjust valve clearance while engine is cold.
1. Turn crankshaft, to position cam lobe on camshaft of valve that
must be adjusted upward.
2. Thoroughly wipe off engine oil around adjusting shim using a
rag.
3. Using a extra-fine screwdriver, turn the round hole of the
adjusting shim in the direction of the arrow.
CYLINDER HEAD
Valve Clearance (Cont'd)
EM-54

QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX42001
Engine model VQ35DE
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Idle speed rpmA/T
(in ªNº position)750 50
Ignition timing (degree BTDC at idle speed) 15É 2É
CO% at idleIdle mixture screw is preset and
sealed at factory.
Drive belt deflection (Cold) mm (in) Used belt
Deflection of
new belt
LimitDeflection
after
adjustment
Alternator
Power steering oil pump
Fan7 (0.28)4-5
(0.16 - 0.20)3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177)
Air conditioner compressor 12 (0.472)9-10
(0.354 - 0.394)8-9
(0.31 - 0.35)
Applied pressed force
N (kg, lb)98 (10, 22)
Drive belt tension adjustment (Cold)
N (kg, lb)Used belt
New belt
LimitAfter
adjustment
Alternator
Power steering pump
Fan294 (30, 66)730 - 818
(74.4 - 83.5,
164 - 184)838 - 926
(85.4 - 94.5,
188 - 208)
Air conditioner compressor 196 (20, 44)348 - 436
(35.5 - 44.5,
78 - 98)470 - 559
(47.9 - 57.0,
106 - 126)
Radiator cap relief pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Cooling system leakage testing pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)157 (1.6, 23)
Compression pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)/rpmStandard 1,275 (13.0, 185)/300
Minimum 981 (10.0, 142)/300
Spark plugStandard PLFR5A-11
Cold PLFR6A-11
Hot PLFR4A-11
Applied model 245/70 R16 tire
Camber
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum þ0É35¢(þ0.58É)
Nominal 0É10¢(0.17É)
Maximum 0É55¢(0.92É)
Left and right
difference45¢(0.75É) or less
Caster
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 2É15¢(2.25É)
Nominal 3É00¢(3.00É)
Maximum 3É45¢(3.75É)
Left and right
difference45¢(0.75É) or less
Total toe-in Minimum 1 (0.04)
Distance (A þ B)
mm (in)Nominal 2 (0.08)
Maximum 3 (0.12)
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 5¢(0.08É)
Nominal 10¢(0.17É)
Maximum 15¢(0.25É)
Wheel turning angle
(Full turn)Minimum 30É00¢(30.00É)
Inside
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Nominal 33É00¢(33.00É)
Maximum 34É00¢(34.00É)
Outside
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 28É00¢(28.00É)
Nominal 31É00¢(31.00É)
Maximum 32É00¢(32.00É)
* Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full.
Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
Unit: mm (in)Front brake
Pad wear limit 2.0 (0.079)
Rotor repair limit 26.0 (1.024)
Rear brake
Lining wear limit 1.5 (0.059)
Drum repair limit 296.5 (11.67)
Pedal free height 175 - 185 (6.89 - 7.28)
Pedal depressed height*1 70 (2.76)
Parking brake
Number of notches*2 6 - 8
*1 Under force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) with engine running
*2 At pulling force: 196 N (20 kg, 44 lb)
Unit Liter US measure
Coolant with reservoir 9.2 9-3/4 qt
Engine*With oil filter 5.0 5-1/4 qt
Without oil filter 4.8 5-1/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 6.8 7-1/4 qt
Transmis-
sionA/T2WD
8.5 9 qt
4WD
All-mode 4WD transfer 3.0 2-5/8 qt
Differential carrierFront 1.85 3-7/8 pt
Rear 2.8 5-7/8 pt
Power steering system 0.9 1 qt
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant 0.60 - 0.70 kg 1.32 - 1.54 lb
Compressor
oil0.20 6.8 fl oz
* For further details, see ªChanging Engine Oilº in MA section.
Preload
(At hub bolt)
N (kg, lb)Wheel bearing lock nut
78-98(8-10,58-72)
Tightening torque
N×m (kg-m, ft-lb)
Retightening torque after loosen-
ing wheel bearing lock nut
N×m (kg-m, in-lb)0.5 - 1.5 (0.05 - 0.15, 4.3 - 13.0)
Axial end play
mm (in)0 (0)
Starting force at wheel hub bolt
N (kg, lb)A
Turning angle
degree15É - 30É
Starting force at wheel hub bolt
N (kg, lb)B
Wheel bearing preload at wheel hub
bolt
B þ A N (kg, lb)7.06 - 20.99 (0.72 - 2.14, 1.59 - 4.72)

MAINTENANCE
SECTION
MA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............2
PREPARATION...............................................................3
Special Service Tool ....................................................3
Commercial Service Tool .............................................3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................6
Schedule 1 ...................................................................7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.........7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE........................8
Schedule 2 ...................................................................9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.........9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE......................10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS........... 11
Fluids and Lubricants ................................................ 11
SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL..........................................12
GEAR OIL...............................................................12
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio .............................12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................13
Checking Drive Belts .................................................13
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................14
-DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT-..............................14
-REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT-..............................15
-FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM-..............................16
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................16
Changing Fuel Filter ..................................................16
WITH CONSULT-II..............................................16
WITHOUT CONSULT-II.......................................17
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .......................................17
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE...........................................17
Changing Engine Oil..................................................18
Changing Oil Filter .....................................................18
Changing Spark Plugs ...............................................19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .....................................20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................21
Checking Exhaust System.........................................21
Checking A/T Fluid ....................................................21
Changing A/T Fluid ....................................................21Checking All-mode 4WD Transfer Fluid ....................22
Changing All-mode 4WD Transfer Fluid ....................22
Checking Propeller Shaft ...........................................23
Greasing Propeller Shaft ...........................................23
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................23
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................24
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL GEAR........................24
Balancing Wheels ......................................................24
Tire Rotation ..............................................................24
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................25
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ............................25
Checking Disc Brake .................................................25
ROTOR...................................................................25
CALIPER.................................................................25
PAD........................................................................25
Checking Drum Brake ...............................................26
WHEEL CYLINDER..................................................26
DRUM.....................................................................26
LINING....................................................................26
TEMPORARY METHOD FOR CHECKING LINING
WEAR
.....................................................................26
Checking Steering Gear, Linkage and Transfer
Gear ...........................................................................26
STEERING GEAR....................................................26
STEERING LINKAGE...............................................26
STEERING TRANSFER GEAR..................................26
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ................27
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL........................................27
CHECKING LINES...................................................27
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches...........27
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters...............................................28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........29
Engine Maintenance ..................................................29
DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION......................................29
DRIVE BELT TENSION............................................29
SPARK PLUG TYPE................................................29
Chassis and Body Maintenance ................................29
WHEEL BALANCE...................................................29
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