2004 INFINITI FX35 steering column

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INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM
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SETTING SCREEN

Setting of electric status can be changed by A/C and AV switch. The signal is sent to BCM through display
unit to change vehicle electric system setting.

Display unit is communicating with driver seat control unit.

Pressing “SETTING” switch once cycles display from DISPLAY→LANGUAGE→BEEP SET→SERVICE
ALERT→PERSONALIZED SETTINGS MENU→DISPLAY OFF→DISPLAY.

Using the joystick, setting of each item will become possible.
Adjustable Vehicle Status
NOTE:
Setting in factory shipment is ON.
Setting itemsSetting varia-
tionsInitial
settingOperation
DISPLAY ON/OFF ON It switches displayed/Non-displayed of the screen.
LANGUAGEENGLISH/
FRANCAIS– It switches displayed language.
BEEP SET ON/OFF ONIt selects beep sound ON/OFF during switch operation. How-
ever, even if beep is set OFF, beep for NO OPERATION and
for screen interception are not reset.
SERVICE ALERT ON/OFF OFFIt switches displayed/Non-displayed of alert indication.

When the setting is ON, if engine oil or tire rotation will be
replace distance, alert is displayed.

When the setting is OFF, alert is not displayed.
PERSONALIZED
SETTING MENUSLIDE BACK DR
SEAT ON EXITON/OFF
ON
NoteThe driver’s seat automatically moves back and returns to
the original position for exceptional ease of exit and entry.
(Models with automatic drive positioner.)
LIFT STEERING
WHEEL ON EXITON/OFF
ON
NoteThe steering column automatically tilts up and returns to the
original position for exceptional ease of entry and exit. (Mod-
els with automatic drive positioner.)
REMOTE UNLOCK
DOOR LOGICDR-1ST/ALL DR-1STThis key can switch the unlock doors of the 1st unlocking
operation as follows:

Only the driver side door⇔All the doors
HORN CHIRP WITH
REMOTEON/OFF ONThis key changes the horn chirp mode occurring when press-
ing the LOCK button on the keyfob.
LAMPS FLASH
WITH REMOTEALL/LOCK/
UNLOCK/OFFALLThis key changes the hazard indicator flash mode occurring
when pressing the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the keyfob.
AUTO RE-LOCK
TIME5m/1m/OFF 1mThe length of auto door re-lock time can be set. Select the
“Auto Re-Lock timer” key, then move the joystick to adjust the
time.
AUTO HEADLAMP
SENSITIVITYLEVEL 1/2/3/4LEVEL
2Automatic light illumination can be set as desired. Select the
“Auto Headlamp Sensitivity” key, then move the joystick to
the left (lower) or right (higher).
AUTO HEADLAMP
OFF DELAYOFF/30/45/60/
90/120/150/
180 SEC45 SECThis key can control how long it takes the automatic turn off
timer to extinguish the headlamps in “AUTO” position. Select
the “Auto Headlamp Off Delay” key, then move the joystick to
the left or right to adjust the timer.
SPEED SENSING
WIPER INTERVALON/OFF ONThis key turns on and off the driving speed dependent inter-
mittent wiper function.
CONFIRM RESET
SETTINGSYES/NO NOWhen this key is selected and turned on using the “ENTER”
button, all settings mode by PERSONALIZED SETTINGS will
return to the initial conditions.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM
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Vehicle Electronic Systems
How To Perform Vehicle Electronic Systems
1. Start the engine.
2. Push “SETTING” button.
3. Select “Vehicle Electronic Systems”.
4. Push “Enter” switch.
Application Items
Adjust Driver Seat When Exiting Vehicle
1. Select “Adjust Driver Seat When Exiting Vehicle”.
2. Push “Enter” switch.

The indicator light alternately turns on and off each time the “Enter” switch is pressed.
Lift Steering Column When Exiting Vehicle
1. Select “Lift Steering Column When Exiting Vehicle”.
2. Push “Enter” switch.

The indicator light alternately turns on and off each time the “Enter” switch is pressed.
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Icon DescriptionReference
page
Adjust Driver Seat When Exiting Vehicle The driver's seat automatically moves back and returns to the original
position.AV- 9 5
Lift Steering Column When Exiting Vehicle This function can be performed to On or Off.AV- 9 5
Selective Door UnlockThis key can switch the unlock doors of the 1st unlocking operation as
follows.

Only the driver side door (On)⇔All the doors (Off)AV- 9 6
Keyless Remote Response-HornThis key changes the horn chirp mode occurring when pressing the
Lock button on the Intelligent Key or keyfob. AV- 9 6
Keyless Remote Response-LightsThis key changes the hazard indicator flash mode occurring when
pressing the Lock or Unlock button on the Intelligent Key or keyfob. AV- 9 6
Auto Re-Lock TimeThe length of auto door relock time can be set.
(Setting value: OFF, 1min or 5min)AV- 9 6
Sensitivity of Automatic Headlights Sensitivity of automatic light can be set as desired.AV- 9 6
Automatic Headlights Off DelayYou can control how long it takes the automatic turn off timer to extin-
guish the headlights in AUTO position.
(Setting value: OFF, 30sec, 45sec, 60sec, 90sec, 120sec, 150sec or
180sec)AV- 9 6
Speed Dependent wiper This function can be performed to On or Off.AV- 9 6
Intelligent Key Lock Response-SoundThe sound pattern of the Intelligent Key operation can be set as
desired. (Setting value:OFF, Beeper or Horn chirp)AV- 9 6
Intelligent Key Unlock Response-Beep SoundThe beep sound when unlocking door with the intelligent key operation
can be turned On or Off.AV- 9 6
Intelligent Key Engine Start Function This function can be performed to On or Off.AV- 9 6
Intelligent Key Lock/Unlock FunctionThe door handle request switch lock/unlock operation with the Intelli-
gent Key can be canceled or activated.AV- 9 6
Return All Settings to DefaultThe all settings made by VEHICLE ELECTRONICS will return to
default.AV- 9 6

IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-NATS)
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4. CHECK BCM FUNCTION
1. Connect security indicator lamp connector.
2. Disconnect BCM connector M3.
3. Check voltage between BCM connector M3 terminal 23 (G/OR)
and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> BCM is malfunctioning.

Replace BCM.

Perform initialization with CONSULT-II.

For initialization, refer to “CONSULT-II Operation
Manual NATS-IVIS/NVIS”.
NG >> Check the following.

Harness for open or short between security indicator lamp and BCM.

Indicator lamp condition
Removal and Installation NATS Antenna Amp.AIS004PT
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Before servicing SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
1. Remove the steering column cover. Refer to IP-11, "
Removal and Installation" .
2. Disconnect the NATS antenna amp. connect, remove the screw
and NATS antenna amp.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.23 (G/OR) – Ground : Battery voltage
PIIA6150E
PIIA6064E

BR-8
BRAKE PEDAL
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REMOVAL
1. Remove front kicking plate (driver side). EI-39, "KICKING PLATE" .
2. Remove dash side finisher (driver side). EI-38, "
DASH SIDE FINISHER" .
3. Remove instrument lower panel (driver side). IP-19, "
INSTRUMENT PASSENGER LOWER PANEL" .
4. Remove steering column assembly. Refer to PS-12, "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Remove stop lamp switch and ASCD cancel switch (or brake switch) from pedal assembly.
6. Remove snap pin and clevis pin from brake booster clevis.
7. Remove mounting nuts and bolts from bracket, and remove
pedal assembly from the vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check that the rivets in the upper part of brake pedal are not
deformed.

Make sure sub bracket and slide plate are at least 4 mm (0.16
in) apart.

Check brake pedal for bend, damage, and cracks on the welded
parts. Replace the applicable part if a failure is detected.

Check clevis pin and resin stopper for damage and deformation.
If a failure is detected, replace clevis pin.
INSTALLATION
Paying attention to the following items, install in the reverse order of removal.

After installing brake pedal assembly to the vehicle, adjust brake pedal height.
1. Clevis pin 2. Snap pin 3. Brake pedal assembly
4. Stopper rubber 5. Pedal pad 6. ASCD cancel switch (Models with
ASCD)
Brake switch (Models with ACC)
7. Stop lamp switch 8. Clip
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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a. Remove passenger-side kicking plate, dash side finisher, and
glove box. Refer to EI-37, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" and IP-10,
"INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
b. Disconnect engine room harness connectors at unit sides ECM
and other.
c. Disengage intermediate fixing point. Pull out engine room har-
nesses to engine room side, and temporarily secure them on
engine.
CAUTION:

When pulling out harnesses, take care not to damage
harnesses and connectors.

After temporarily securing, cover connectors with vinyl or similar material to protect against for-
eign material adhesion.
Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove A/T fluid cooler hoses and power steering oil pump oil cooler hoses.
2. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Disconnect steering lower joint, and release steering shaft. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
4. Separate transmission and propeller shaft. Refer to PR-6, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
5. Disengage shift control linkage at selector lever side. Then, temporarily secure it on transmission, so that
it does not sag.
6. Remove rear plate cover from upper oil pan. Then, remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.
7. Remove bolts fixing transmission to lower rear side of upper oil pan.
8. Remove front stabilizer. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
9. Remove LH and RH sides tie-rod ends from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
10. Remove lower ends of LH and RH sides struts from lower arms. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
11. Remove LH and RH sides lower arms from suspension member. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
Removal Work
1. Use a manual lift table caddy (commercial service tool) or equiv-
alently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support
bottom of suspension member and transmission.
CAUTION:
Put a piece of wood or something similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.
2. Remove rear member mounting bolt.
3. Remove suspension member mounting bolt and nut. Refer to
FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
4. Carefully lower jack to remove engine, transmission, and sus-
pension member assembly. When performing work, observe the
following:
CAUTION:

Confirm there is no interference with vehicle.

Make sure all connection points have been disconnected.

Keep in mind the center of vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support vehicle
at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off lift.
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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Vehicle Underbody
1. Remove A/T fluid cooler hoses and power steering oil pump oil cooler hoses.
2. Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
3. Disconnect steering lower joint, and release steering shaft. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
4. Separate transmission and propeller shaft. Refer to PR-6, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
5. Disengage shift control linkage at selector lever side. Then, temporarily secure it on transmission, so that
it does not sag.
6. Remove rear plate cover from upper oil pan. Then, remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.
7. Remove bolts fixing transmission to lower rear side of upper oil pan.
8. Remove LH and RH sides tie-rod ends from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
9. Remove lower ends of LH and RH sides struts from lower arms. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
10. Remove LH and RH sides lower arms from suspension member. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION
ASSEMBLY" .
11. Remove LH and RH sides front drive shafts from LH and RH sides knuckles. Refer to FA X - 1 2 , "
FRONT
DRIVE SHAFT" .
Removal Work
1. Use a manual lift table caddy (commercial service tool) or equiv-
alently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support
bottom of suspension member and transmission.
CAUTION:
Put a piece of wood or something similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.
2. Remove rear member mounting bolt.
3. Remove suspension member mounting bolt and nut. Refer to
FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
4. Carefully lower jack to remove engine, transmission, and sus-
pension member assembly. When performing work, observe the
following:
CAUTION:

Confirm there is no interference with vehicle.

Make sure all connection points have been disconnected.

Keep in mind the center of vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support vehicle
at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off lift.
Separation Work
1. Install engine slingers into front of RH bank cylinder head and
rear of left bank cylinder head.
2. Remove power steering oil pump from engine side. Refer to PS-31, "
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP" .
3. Remove engine mounting insulator RR under side nut with power tool.
4. Lift with hoist and separate engine and transmission assembly from suspension member.
CAUTION:

Before and during this lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.

Avoid damage to and oil/grease smearing or spills onto engine mounting insulator.
PBIC0804E
Slinger bolts:
: 28.0 N·m (2.9 kg-m, 21 ft-lb)
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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2. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-36, "Changing Engine Coolant" .
3. Disconnect both battery terminal. Refer to SC-4, "
BATTERY" .
4. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from transmission.
CAUTION:

Handle carefully to avoid dropping and shocks.

Do not disassemble.

Do not allow metal powder to adhere to magnetic part at sensor tip.

Do not place sensors in a location where they are exposed to magnetism.
5. Remove the following parts:

Hood assembly; Refer to BL-14, "HOOD" .

Engine cover; Refer to EM-168, "ENGINE ROOM COVER" .

Front and rear engine undercover

Air duct (inlet), air duct and air cleaner case assembly; Refer to EM-172, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR
DUCT" .

Drive belts; Refer to EM-169, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Radiator and radiator hoses (upper and lower); Refer to CO-39, "RADIATOR" .

Front road wheels and tires
6. Discharge refrigerant from A/C circuit. Refer to ATC-137, "
REFRIGERANT LINES" .
Engine Room LH
1. Disconnect engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside for easier work.
2. Disconnect heater hoses, and install plugs to avoid leakage of engine coolant.
3. Disconnect ground cable from exhaust manifold cover to vehicle.
4. Disconnect vacuum hose between vehicle and engine and set it aside.
5. Remove A/C piping from A/C compressor, and temporarily fasten it on vehicle with a rope. Refer to AT C -
139, "Components" .
Engine Room RH
1. Disconnect fuel feed hose and EVAP hose. Refer to EM-188, "FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE" .
CAUTION:
Fit plugs onto disconnected hose to prevent fuel leak.
2. Disconnect engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside for easier work.
3. Disconnect ground cable from exhaust manifold cover to vehicle.
4. Disconnect vacuum hose between vehicle and engine and set it aside.
5. Disconnect reservoir tank of power steering oil pump from engine, and move it aside for easier work.
CAUTION:
When temporarily securing, keep reservoir tank upright to avoid a fluid leak.
Vehicle underbody
1. Remove front cross bar. Refer to FSU-6, "FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
2. Disconnect power steering oil pump from engine. Move it from its location and secure with a rope for eas-
ier work. Refer to PS-33, "
Removal and Installation (VK45DE models)" .
3. Remove A/T fluid cooler tube. Refer to AT- 2 6 9 , "
Removal and Installation (AWD models)" .
4. Remove exhaust front tube and center muffler with power tool. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
5. Remove RH and LH transverse link mounting bolts and nuts. Refer to FSU-14, "
TRANSVERSE LINK" .
6. Disconnect stabilizer connecting rod lower. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
7. Remove A/T control rod at control device assembly side. Then temporarily secure it on transmission, so
that it does not sag. Refer to AT- 2 3 3 , "
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM" .
8. Remove rear plate cover, then remove drive plate to torque converter connecting bolts. Refer to AT- 2 6 9 ,
"Removal and Installation (AWD models)" .
9. Disconnect steering lower joint at power steering gear assembly side, and release steering lower shaft.
Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
10. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to PR-6, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Propeller shaft ..................................................... PR-6
Propeller shaft on vehicle service ........................ PR-6
Propeller shaft vibration ....................................... PR-6
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-397, EC-1053
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R/VIEW - Wiring diagram ................................... DI-84
Radiator(VK45DE) ............................................. CO-39
Radiator(VQ35DE) ............................................ CO-14
Rear axle ........................................................... RAX-5
Rear bumper ........................................................ EI-18
Rear combination lamp removal and installation ..........
LT-147
Rear door ............................................ BL-148, GW-80
Rear seat ......................................................... SE-107
Rear suspension ............................................... RSU-5
Rear view monitor ............................................... DI-81
Rear washer .................................................... WW-35
Rear window defogger ...................................... GW-86
Rear wiper ....................................................... WW-35
Refrigerant connection precaution ..................... ATC-8
Refrigerant discharging evacuating charging ATC-137
Refrigerant general precaution .......................... ATC-7
Refrigerant lines ............................................ ATC-137
Refrigerant pressure sensor ........... EC-609, EC-1287,
ATC-90
, ATC-155
Refrigeration cycle ........................................... ATC-21
Removal and installation (A/T) ........... AT-266, AT-269
Removal and installation (Transfer) .................... TF-43
Revolution sensor (A/T) ...................... AT-116, AT-260
Ring gear diff. inspection ................................. RFD-13
Rocker cover(VK45DE) ................................... EM-193
Rocker cover(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-51
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ......................... LT-157
ROOM/L - Wiring diagram ................................ LT-164
RP/SEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-610, EC-1288
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Seal - See Exterior .............................................. EI-28
SEAT - Wiring diagram ...................................... SE-95
Seat belt inspection ............................................. SB-8
Seat belt pre-tensioner disposal ...................... SRS-49
Seat belt, front ..................................................... SB-4
Seat, rear ......................................................... SE-107
Self-diagnosis (Transfer) .................................... TF-21
SEN/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-490, EC-1157
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ................................... AT-236
Shift change signal ........................................ EC-1218
Shift lock system .............................................. AT-235
Shift schedule .................................................. AT-348
Shock absorber (rear) ....................................... RSU-9
Side air bag (satellite) sensor .......................... SRS-46
Side bearing preload diff. ................................. RFD-20
Side curtain air bag .......................................... SRS-43
Side flange installation diff. .............................. RFD-10
Side trim .............................................................. EI-37
SMJ (super multiple junction) ............................ PG-79
Spark plug replacement .................................... MA-26
Spark plug replacement(VQ35DE) ................... MA-19
Spark plug(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-186
Spark plug(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-43
Specification value ............................. EC-131, EC-780
Speedometer ........................................................ DI-4
Spiral cable ..................................................... SRS-38
Spot lamp .......................................................... LT-184
SROOF - Wiring diagram ..................... BL-167, RF-14
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint System ..... SRS-5
SRS Trouble diagnoses .................................... SRS-7
Stabilizer bar (rear) ......................................... RSU-16
Stall test (A/T) .................................................... AT-51
Standardized relay ............................................. PG-81
START - Wiring diagram .................................... SC-11
Starter ................................................................ SC-10
Starting system .................................................. SC-10
Steering gear and linkage inspection ................ MA-35
Steering linkage ................................................. PS-19
Steering wheel and column ................... PS-10, PS-12
Steering wheel turning force .............................. PS-10
Step lamp .......................................................... LT-124
Stop lamp .......................................................... LT-116
Stop lamp switch .............................. EC-550, EC-1220
STOP/L - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-118
Sun roof, electric ................................................ RF-10
Sunload sensor ............................. ATC-110, ATC-119
Sunroof .................................................. RF-10, RF-25
Supplemental Restraint System ....................... SRS-5
Suspension ....................................................... MA-36
Symbols and abbreviations ...................... GI-10, GI-23
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Tachometer ........................................................... DI-4
TCM circuit diagram ........................................... AT-50
TCM inspection table ......................................... AT-90
Thermostat(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-51
Thermostat(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-26
Three way catalyst function (Bank 1) . EC-316, EC-971
Three way catalyst function (Bank 2) . EC-316, EC-971
Three way catalyst precautions ............................ GI-6
Three way catalyst(VK45DE) .......................... EM-178
Three way catalyst(VQ35DE) ........................... EM-26
Throttle control motor ....................... EC-428, EC-1090
Throttle control motor relay .............. EC-423, EC-1085
Throttle position sensor (TPS) .......... EC-190, EC-284,
EC-485
, EC-487, EC-569, EC-848, EC-942, EC-1152,
EC-1154
, EC-1239
Tie-rod ............................................................... PS-19
Timing chain(VK45DE) ................................... EM-196
Timing chain(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-63
Tire rotation ............................................. WT-6, MA-34
Tooth contact diff. ........................................... RFD-24
Top tether strap child restraint ........................... SB-12
Torque converter installation AT-267, AT-268, AT-272
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve AT-123, AT-125
TPS1 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-286, EC-944
TPS2 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-192, EC-850