2004 INFINITI FX35 Body

EC-1314
[VK45DE]
SNOW MODE SWITCH
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Diagnostic ProcedureABS00CFO
1. CHECK SNOW MODE SWITICH OVERALL FUNCTION-I
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “SNOW MODE SW” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with
CONSULT-II.
3. Check “SNOW MODE SW” indication under the following condi-
tions.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
2. CHECK SNOW MODE SWITICH OVERALL FUNCTION-II
1. Start engine.
2. Check the snow mode indicator in the snow mode switch under the following condition.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK GROUND CONNECTIONS
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Loosen and retighten three ground screws on the body.
Refer to EC-791, "
Ground Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace ground connections.
CONDITION INDICATION
Snow mode switch: ON ON
Snow mode switch: OFF OFF
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CONDITION INDICATION
Snow mode switch: ON ON
Snow mode switch: OFF OFF
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR
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EXTERIOR & INTERIOR
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Work ................................................ 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 5
Work Flow ................................................................ 5
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 5
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 6
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 6
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 6
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 6
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 7
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 7
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 7
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 7
DOORS ................................................................. 7
TRUNK .................................................................. 8
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 8
SEATS ................................................................... 8
UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 8
Diagnostic Worksheet .............................................. 9
CLIP AND FASTENER ..............................................11
Clip and Fastener .................................................... 11
FRONT BUMPER ..................................................... 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
FRONT FILLET MOLDING ASSEMBLY ............. 17REAR BUMPER ........................................................ 18
Removal and Installation ........................................ 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
REAR BUMPER FASCIA .................................... 21
REAR BUMPER CLOSING ................................. 22
DRAFTER GUARD ............................................. 22
REAR FILLET MOLDING ASSEMBLY ................ 22
FRONT GRILLE ........................................................ 23
Removal and Installation ........................................ 23
REMOVAL ........................................................... 23
INSTALLATION ................................................... 23
COWL TOP ............................................................... 24
Removal and Installation ........................................ 24
REMOVAL ........................................................... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
FENDER PROTECTOR ............................................ 25
Removal and Installation ........................................ 25
REMOVAL ........................................................... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................... 25
DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING ..................................... 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
FRONT DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING .................. 26
REAR DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING .................... 26
DOOR OUTSIDE LOWER MOLDING ...................... 27
Removal and Installation ........................................ 27
FRONT AND REAR DOOR OUTSIDE LOWER
MOLDING ............................................................ 27
DOOR PARTING SEAL ............................................ 28
Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
REMOVAL ........................................................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
CENTER MUD GUARD ............................................ 29
Removal and Installation ........................................ 29
REMOVAL ........................................................... 29
INSTALLATION ................................................... 29
WINDSHIELD MOLDING .......................................... 30
Removal and Installation ........................................ 30
REMOVAL ........................................................... 30
INSTALLATION ................................................... 30

EI-2Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45 BACK DOOR WINDOW MOLDING .......................... 31
Removal and Installation ........................................ 31
REMOVAL ........................................................... 31
INSTALLATION .................................................... 31
ROOF SIDE MOLDING ............................................. 33
Removal and Installation ........................................ 33
REMOVAL ........................................................... 33
INSTALLATION .................................................... 33
ROOF RAIL ............................................................... 34
Removal and Installation ........................................ 34
REMOVAL ........................................................... 34
INSTALLATION .................................................... 34
ROOF RAIL BRACKET ....................................... 34
DOOR FINISHER ...................................................... 35
Removal and Installation ........................................ 35
DOOR FINISHER (FRONT AND REAR) ............. 35
BODY SIDE TRIM ..................................................... 37
Removal and Installation ........................................ 37
CENTER PILLAR LOWER GARNISH ................. 37
CENTER PILLAR UPPER GARNISH .................. 38
DASH SIDE FINISHER ....................................... 38
FRONT PILLAR GARNISH ................................. 39
KICKING PLATE .................................................. 39
CENTER MUDGUARD FINISHER (FRONT/REAR) .................................................................. 39
FLOOR TRIM ............................................................. 40
Removal and Installation ......................................... 40
REMOVAL ............................................................ 40
INSTALLATION .................................................... 41
HEADLINING ............................................................. 42
Removal and Installation ......................................... 42
REMOVAL ............................................................ 43
INSTALLATION .................................................... 43
LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM ......................................... 44
Removal and Installation ......................................... 44
REMOVAL ............................................................ 45
INSTALLATION .................................................... 45
BACK DOOR TRIM ................................................... 46
Removal and Installation ......................................... 46
REMOVAL ............................................................ 46
INSTALLATION .................................................... 46
BACK DOOR OUTSIDE FINISHER ..................... 46

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570,Engine Ear and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to EI-7, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 × 135 mm (3.94 × 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 × 85 mm (2.36 × 3.35 in)/76884-71L02:15
× 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)

CENTER MUD GUARD
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CENTER MUD GUARDPFP:76850
Removal and InstallationAIS0037H
REMOVAL
1. Remove bolts center mud-guard lower portion.
2. Remove screws center mud-guard front and rear portion.
3. Insert driver rolled with cloth or tapes between guard and body side sill, then pull it back to your side.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
1. Center mud-guard 2. Grommet 3. Clip
4. Bolt 5. Screw
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WINDSHIELD MOLDING
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
WINDSHIELD MOLDINGPFP:72700
Removal and InstallationAIS00584
REMOVAL
Remove windshield molding. Refer to GW-11, "REMOVAL" .
INSTALLATION
Install windshield molding. Refer to GW-12, "INSTALLATION" .
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1. Dam rubber 2. Molding 3. Windshield glass
4. Spacer 5. Mirror base 6. Bond
7. Insulator 8. Panel 9. Body side (outer)
10. Cowl top cover 11. Pad 12. Bracket

BODY SIDE TRIM
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CAUTION:
Wrap the tip of flat-bladed screwdriver with a cloth when removing metal clips from garnishes.
CENTER PILLAR LOWER GARNISH
Removal
1. Remove front and rear kicking plate.
2. Remove front and rear body side welt.
1. Front pillar garnish 2. Front body side welt 3. Dash side finisher
4. Nut 5. Front kicking plate 6. Center pillar lower garnish
7. Center pillar upper garnish 8. Bolt 9. Center pillar upper cap
10. Rear body side welt 11. Rear kicking plate 12. Clip (C203)
13. Center mudguard finisher (rear) 14. Center mudguard finisher (front)
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BODY SIDE TRIM
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3. Remove center pillar lower garnish.
NOTE:
Insert screwdriver rolled with cloth between panel on vehicle and
clips, then disconnect clips.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
To install, check if all clips are matched over holes of panel on vehicle, then push on.
CENTER PILLAR UPPER GARNISH
Removal
1. Remove seat belt shoulder anchor. Refer to SB-4, "Removal and Installation of Front Seat Belt" .
2. Remove front and rear kicking plate.
3. Remove front and rear body side welt.
4. Remove center pillar lower garnish.
5. Remove center pillar upper cap and bolt.
6. Remove center pillar upper garnish.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
DASH SIDE FINISHER
Removal
1. Remove front kicking plate.
2. Remove front body side welt.
3. Remove nut.
4. Remove dash side finisher.
NOTE:
Insert screwdriver rolled with cloth between panel on vehicle and
clips, then disconnect clips.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
To install, check if all clips are matched over holes of panel on vehicle, then push on.
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