2004 INFINITI FX35 Service Manual

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NOTE:
At the time of the start of this procedure front suspension member is removed, and cylinder head is
hanged by hoist with engi

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2. At each of several locations on bottom surface of cylinder head,
measure distortion in six directions.

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d. Turn all bolts “90” degrees clockwise (angle tightening).
e. Turn all bolts “90” degrees clockwise again [target: 90 deg

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DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove spark plug with spark plug wrench (commercial service tool).
2. Remove valve lifter

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5. Install the valves.
Larger diameter valves are for intake side.
6. Install valve spring (uneven pitch type).
Install smaller p

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VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE
Valve Stem Diameter
Measure inner diameter of valve guide with inside micrometer.
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2. Drive out valve guide with a press [under a 20 kN (2 ton, 2.2 US
ton, 2.0 lmp ton) pressure] or hammer and suitable tool.
CAUTIO

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VALVE SEAT CONTACT
After confirming that the dimensions of valve guides and valves
are within specificat