2004 INFINITI FX35 check engine

BR-12
BRAKE PIPING AND HOSE
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Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and Brake Hose AFS001N0
REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer to BR-9, "Drain and Refill" .
2. Using a flare nut wrench, remove brake tube from brake hose.
3. Remove bolt.
4. Remove union bolt, and then remove brake hose from caliper assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Install brake hose to caliper assembly positioning hole and
tighten union bolt to the specified torque.
NOTE:
Do not reuse copper washer.
2. Install brake hose to brake tube, partially tighten flare nut as far
as possible by hand, then tighten bolt to the specified torque.
3. Using a flare nut wrench, tighten flare nut to the specified
torque.
4. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake
System" .
Inspection After InstallationAFS001N1
CAUTION:
If a leak is detected at the connections, retighten it or, if necessary, replace the damaged part.
1. Check brake lines (tubes and hoses), and connections for fluid leaks, damage, twist, deformation, contact
with other parts, and loose connections. Replace any damage parts.
2. While depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg, 177 lb) with engine running for approximately
5 seconds, check for fluid leakage from each part.: 23.5 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
SFIA1942E

BRAKE BOOSTER
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BRAKE BOOSTERPFP:47200
On-Vehicle ServiceAFS001N6
OPERATING CHECK
With engine stopped, change the vacuum to the atmospheric pres-
sure by depressing brake pedal several times. Then with brake
pedal fully depressed, start engine and when the vacuum pressure
reaches the standard, make sure the clearance between brake pedal
and floor panel decreases.
CAUTION:
Depressing pedal interval is approximately 5 seconds.
AIRTIGHT CHECK

Run engine at idle for approximately 1 minute, and stop it after
applying vacuum to booster. Depress brake pedal normally to
change the vacuum to the atmospheric pressure. Make sure dis-
tance between brake pedal and floor panel gradually increases.

Depress brake pedal while engine is running, and stop
engine with pedal depressed. The pedal stroke should not
change after holding pedal down for 30 seconds.
CAUTION:
Depressing pedal interval is approximately 5 seconds.
BRA0037D
SBR365AA

VACUUM LINES
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CHECK VALVE INSPECTION
Airtightness Inspection
Use a handy vacuum pump to check.
When connected to booster side (1):
Vacuum decrease should be within 1.3 kPa
(10 mmHg, 0.39 inHg) for 15 seconds under
a vacuum of – 66.7 kPa (– 500 mmHg, –
19.69 inHg)
When connected to engine side (2):
No vacuum will be applied
SFIA0210E

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationsAFS001NF
Unit: mm (in)
Brake PedalAFS001NG
Brake BoosterAFS001NH
Va c u u m t y p e
Check ValveAFS001NI
Front Disc BrakeAFS001NJ
Front brake Brake model CLZ31VC
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 320 × 28 (12.60 × 1.10)
Pad Length × width × thickness 111.0 × 73.5 × 9.5 (4.73 × 2.894 × 0.374)
Cylinder bore diameter 63.6 (2.504)
Rear brake Brake model AD14VE
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 308 × 16 (12.13 × 0.63)
Pad Length × width × thickness 83.0 × 33.0 × 8.5 (3.268 × 1.299 × 0.335)
Cylinder bore diameter 42.86 (1.6874)
Master cylinder Cylinder bore diameter 25.4 (1.00)
Control valve Valve model Electric brake force distribution
Brake booster Booster model C215T
Diaphragm diameterPrimary 228.5 (9.0)
Secondary 203.0 (8.0)
Recommended brake fluidDOT 3
Brake pedal height (from dash panel top surface) 161.5 − 171.5 mm (6.36 − 6.75 in)
Depressed pedal height [under a force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb)
with engine running]More than 80 mm (3.15 in)
Clearance between stopper rubber and the threaded end of
stop lamp switch 0.74 − 1.96 mm (0.0291 − 0.0772 in)
Pedal play 3 − 11 mm (0.12 − 0.43 in)
Input rod installation standard dimension 15.6 − 15.9 mm (0.614 − 0.626 in)
Vacuum leakage
[at vacuum of – 66.7 kPa(– 500 mmHg, – 19.69 inHg)]Within 1.3 kPa (10 mmHg, 0.39 inHg) of vacuum for 15 seconds
Brake modelCLZ31VC
Brake padStandard thickness (new) 9.5 mm (0.374 in)
Repair limit thickness 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
Disc rotorStandard thickness (new) 28.0 mm (1.102 in)
Repair limit thickness 26.0 mm (1.024 in)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015mm (0.0006 in)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.04 mm (0.0016 in)

PRECAUTIONS
BRC-3
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
AFS00289
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Brake SystemAFS001S3

Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”.

Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas such as body. If brake fluid is splashed, wipe it off
and flush area with water immediately.

Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene to clean. They will ruin rubber parts and cause
improper operation.

Using a flare nut crowfoot and torque wrench, securely tighten
brake tube flare nuts.

Brake system is an important safety part. If a brake fluid leak is
detected, always disassemble the affected part. If a malfunction
is detected, replace part with a new one.

Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect electri-
cal connectors of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or
battery negative terminal.

When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.
Precautions for Brake ControlAFS001S4

During VDC/TCS/ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This
is normal.

Just after starting vehicle after ignition switch ON, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noise may
be heard from engine room. This is a normal status of operation check.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.

When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from cus-
tomer (what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting
diagnostic servicing. Besides electrical system inspection, check booster operation, brake fluid level, and
fluid leaks.

If tire size and type are used in an improper combination, or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts,
stopping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.

If there is a radio, antenna, or antenna lead-in wire (including wiring) near control module, VDC/TCS/ABS
function may have a malfunction or error.
SBR686C

BRC-4
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
PRECAUTIONS
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If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness
pinches, open circuits, and improper wiring.

If the following components are replaced with non-genuine components or converted, VDC OFF indicator
lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on or the VDC system may not operate properly. Components
related to suspension (Shock Absorber, Strut, Spring, Bush, etc.), Tires, wheels (exclude specified size),
components related to brake (Pad, Rotor, Caliper, etc.), components related to engine (Muffler, ECM,
etc.), components related to body reinforcement (Roll bar, Tower bar, etc.).

Driving in the condition of breakage or excessive wear of suspension, tires or components related to the
brakes may cause VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp turn on, and the VDC system may
not operate properly.

When the TCS or VDC is activated by sudden acceleration or sudden turn, some noise may occur. The
noise is a result of the normal operation of the TCS and VDC.

When driving on roads which have extreme slopes (such as mountainous roads) or high banks (such as
sharp carves on a freeway), the VDC may not operate normally, or VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP
indicator lamp may turn on. However, this is not a malfunction, if normal operation can be resumed after
restarting engine.

Sudden turns (such as spin turns, acceleration turns), drifting, etc. When VDC function is OFF (VDC SW
ON) may cause the G -sensor system indicate a malfunction. However, this is not a malfunction, if normal
operation can be resumed after restarting engine.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
BRC-9
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When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises
may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
EBD FunctionAFS001SF

Electronic brake distributor is a function that detects subtle slippages between front and rear wheels dur-
ing braking, and it improves handling stability by electronically controlling the brake fluid pressure which
results in reduced rear wheel slippage.

In case of electrical system break down, the fail-safe function is activated, EBD and ABS becomes inoper-
ative, and ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp are turned on.

Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-II is available.

During EBD operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is normal.

When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises
may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without EBD when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
Fail-Safe FunctionAFS001SG
VDC / TCS SYSTEM
In case of malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are turned
on, and the condition of vehicle is the same as the condition of vehicles without VDC/TCS system. In case of
malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, the ABS control continues to operate normally without VDC/TCS control.
CAUTION:
If the fail-safe function is activated, then perform the self-diagnosis for VDC/TCS/ABS control system.
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In case of electrical malfunctions with the ABS, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indica-
tor lamp will turn on. In case of electrical malfunctions with the EBD, brake warning lamp, ABS warning lamp,
VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. Simultaneously, the VDC/TCS/ABS become one
of the following conditions of the fail-safe function.
1. For malfunction of ABS, only the EBD is activated and the condition of vehicle is the same condition of
vehicles without TCS/ABS system.
2. For malfunction of EBD, EBD and ABS become inoperative, and the condition of vehicle is the same as
the condition of vehicles without TCS/ABS, EBD system.
NOTE:
In condition 1 described above, an ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a normal condition
because a self-diagnosis for “Key Switch ON” and “the First Starting” are being performed.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardAFS001SP
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-II
CAUTION:
The display shows ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) calculation data, so a normal value
might be displayed even in the event the output circuit (harness) is open or short-circuited.
Monitor item Display contentData monitor
Note: Error inspection
checklist
ConditionReference value in
normal operation
SLCT LVR POSI A/T shift positionP: P position
R: R position
N: N position
D: D position
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GEAR A/T gear position1: 1st gear
2: 2nd gear
3: 3rd gear
4: 4th gear
5: 5th gear
FR RH SENSOR
FR LH SENSOR
RR RH SENSOR
RR LH SENSORWheel speedVehicle stopped 0 [km/h (MPH)]
BRC-37, "
Inspection 1:
Wheel Sensor System"Vehicle running (Note 1)Almost in accor-
dance with speed-
ometer display
(within ±10 %)
ACCEL POS SIG Open/close condition
of throttle valve (linked
with accelerator pedal).Accelerator pedal not
depressed (ignition switch is
ON)0 %
Communication circuit
between VDC/TCS/ABS
control unit and ECM
Depress accelerator pedal
(ignition switch is ON)0 to 100 %
ENGINE SPEED With engine runningWith engine stopped 0 rpm
EC section
Engine runningAlmost in accor-
dance with
tachometer display
STR ANGLE SIGSteering angle
detected by steering
angle sensorStraight-ahead Approx. 0 degBRC-42, "
Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Sensor
System"Steering wheel turned –756 to 756 deg
YAW RATE SENYaw rate detected by
yaw rate sensorVehicle stopped Approx. 0 d/sBRC-44, "
Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sen-
sor (2WD model), Yaw
Rate/Side/Decel G-sen-
sor (AWD models) Sys-
tem"
Vehicle running –100 to 100 d/s
SIDE G-SENSORTransverse G detected
by side G-sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2BRC-44, "Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sen-
sor (2WD model), Yaw
Rate/Side/Decel G-sen-
sor (AWD models) Sys-
tem"
Vehicle running
–16.7 to 16.7 m/s2
PRESS SENSORBrake fluid pressure
detected by pressure
sensorWith ignition switch turned ON
and brake pedal releasedApprox. 0 bar
BRC-40, "
Inspection 4:
Pressure Sensor Sys-
tem"With ignition switch turned ON
and brake pedal depressed0 to 170 bar
BATTERY VOLTBattery voltage sup-
plied to ABS actuator
and electric unit (con-
trol unit)Ignition switch ON 10 to 16 VBRC-48, "
Inspection 9:
ABS Actuator and Elec-
tric Unit (Control Unit)
Power Supply and
Ground System"
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operationBrake pedal depressed ONBRC-50, "
Inspection 10:
Stop Lamp Switch Sys-
tem"Brake pedal not depressed OFF