2004 INFINITI FX35 check engine light

EM-6
[VQ35DE]
PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45

When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is speci-
fied, do exactly as specified.

Replace with new liquid gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.

Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for
any restriction and blockage.

Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.

Release air within route when refilling after draining engine coolant.

Before starting engine, apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch “ON” (with engine
stopped). Then make sure that there are no leaks at fuel line connections.

After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check engine coolant, fuel, engine oil and
exhaust systems for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angle TighteningABS005ZP

Use an angle wrench [SST: KV10112100 (BT8653-A)] for the final tightening of the following engine parts:
–Cylinder head bolts
–Main bearing cap bolts
–Connecting rod cap bolts
–Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angle
tightening)

Do not use a torque value for final tightening.

The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.

Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.
Precautions for Liquid GasketABS005ZQ
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating
surface using a seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket
sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

Tap seal cutter to insert it, and then slide it by tapping on the
side as shown in the figure.

In areas where seal cutter is difficult to use, use plastic hammer
to lightly tap the areas where the liquid gasket is applied.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as screwdriver is
used, be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using a scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to liquid gas-
ket application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid
gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface
with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove adher-
ing moisture, grease and foreign materials.
PBIC0002E
PBIC0003E

EM-160
[VK45DE]
PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45

When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the
ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is speci-
fied, do exactly as specified.

Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.

Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for
any restriction and blockage.

Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust.
Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.

Release air within route when refilling after draining engine coolant.

After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check engine coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust
systems for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angle TighteningABS006I0

Use angle wrench [SST: KV10112100 (BT8653-A)] for the final tightening of the following engine parts:
–Cylinder head bolts
–Main bearing cap bolts
–Connecting rod cap nuts
–Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angle
tightening)

Do not use a torque value for final tightening.

The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.

Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and coated with engine oil.
Precautions for Liquid GasketABS006I1
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing mounting bolts and nuts, separate the mating
surface using seal cutter (SST) and remove old liquid gasket
sealing.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.

In areas where seal cutter (SST) is difficult to use, use plastic
hammer to lightly tap the areas where liquid gasket is applied.
CAUTION:
If for some unavoidable reason tool such as a flat-blade
screwdriver is used, be careful not to damage the mating
surfaces.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Using scraper, remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid
gasket application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid
gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating sur-
face with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove
adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
PBIC0002E
PBIC0003E

EM-246
[VK45DE]
CYLINDER BLOCK
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45

Press-fit pilot converter with its chamfering side facing crank-
shaft as shown in the figure.

It is possible to remove pilot converter without hoisting engine
with engine stand.
5. Install crankshaft to cylinder block.

While turning crankshaft by hand, make sure it turns smoothly.
6. Install main bearing caps.

Align the identification number to the journal position to install.

Install the upper side of the identification number facing the
front of engine. (The number shall be read correctly from the
rear of engine.)

Using plastic hammer or similar tool, tap them lightly to seat
them on the installation position.
NOTE:
Main bearing cap cannot be replaced as a single parts, because
it is machined together with cylinder block.
7. Install each main bearing cap bolt as follows:
a. Apply new engine oil to threads and seating surface of main
bearing cap bolts, and tighten all bolts temporarily.
b. Tighten main bearing cap bolt (M12) in order of 1 to 10.
c. Tighten main bearing cap sub bolt (M9) in order of 11 to 20.
d. Tighten main bearing cap bolt (M12) to 40 degrees clockwise in
order of 1 to 10. (Angle tightening)
CAUTION:
Use angle wrench (SST) to check tightening angle in step
“d” and “e”. Do not make judgment by visual inspection.
e. Tighten main bearing cap sub bolt (M9) to 30 degrees clockwise
in order of 11 to 20. (Angle tightening)
f. Tighten side bolt (M10) in order of 21 to 30.

After installing main bearing cap bolts, make sure that crankshaft can be rotated smoothly.

Check the crankshaft end play. Refer to EM-256, "CRANKSHAFT END PLAY" .
g. Install cover of cylinder block rear left side (next to the starter motor housing).
SEM537E
PBIC0095E
: 39.2 N·m (4.0 kg-m, 29 ft-lb)
: 29.4 N·m (3.0 kg-m, 22 ft-lb)
PBIC0090E
PBIC0096E
: 49 N·m (5.0 kg-m, 36 ft-lb)

GI-28
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45

Freezing

Water intrusion

Electrical load

Cold or hot start up
Get a thorough description of the incident from the customer. It is important for simulating the conditions of the
problem.
Vehicle Vibration
The problem may occur or become worse while driving on a rough road or when engine is vibrating (idle with
A/C on). In such a case, you will want to check for a vibration related condition. Refer to the following illustra-
tion.
CONNECTORS & HARNESS
Determine which connectors and wiring harness would affect the electrical system you are inspecting. Gently
shake each connector and harness while monitoring the system for the incident you are trying to duplicate.
This test may indicate a loose or poor electrical connection.
HINT
Connectors can be exposed to moisture. It is possible to get a thin film of corrosion on the connector termi-
nals. A visual inspection may not reveal this without disconnecting the connector. If the problem occurs inter-
mittently, perhaps the problem is caused by corrosion. It is a good idea to disconnect, inspect and clean the
terminals on related connectors in the system.
SENSORS & RELAYS
Gently apply a slight vibration to sensors and relays in the system you are inspecting.
This test may indicate a loose or poorly mounted sensor or relay.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
There are several reasons a vehicle or engine vibration could cause an electrical complaint. Some of the
things to check for are:

Connectors not fully seated.

Wiring harness not long enough and is being stressed due to engine vibrations or rocking.

Wires laying across brackets or moving components.

Loose, dirty or corroded ground wires.

Wires routed too close to hot components.
To inspect components under the hood, start by verifying the integrity of ground connections. (Refer to Ground
Inspection described later.) First check that the system is properly grounded. Then check for loose connection
by gently shaking the wiring or components as previously explained. Using the wiring diagrams inspect the
wiring for continuity.
BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
An improperly routed or improperly clamped harness can become pinched during accessory installation. Vehi-
cle vibration can aggravate a harness which is routed along a bracket or near a screw.
SGI839

TERMINOLOGY
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Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT
valveEGRC-BPT valve BPT valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid
valveEGRC-solenoid valve EGR control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sen-
sor
EGRT sensor Exhaust gas temperature sensor
EGR temperature sensor
Flash electrically erasable programmable
read only memoryFEEPROM ***
Flash erasable programmable read only
memoryFEPROM ***
Flexible fuel sensor FFS ***
Flexible fuel system FF system ***
Fuel pressure regulator *** Pressure regulator
Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
valve*** PRVR control solenoid valve
Fuel trim FT ***
Heated Oxygen sensor HO2S Exhaust gas sensor
Idle air control system IAC system Idle speed control
Idle air control valve-air regulator IACV-air regulator Air regulator
Idle air control valve-auxiliary air control
valveIACV-AAC valve Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve
Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve IACV-FICD solenoid valve FICD solenoid valve
Idle air control valve-idle up control sole-
noid valveIACV-idle up control solenoid valve Idle up control solenoid valve
Idle speed control-FI pot ISC-FI pot FI pot
Idle speed control system ISC system ***
Ignition control IC ***
Ignition control module ICM ***
Indirect fuel injection system IFI system ***
Intake air IA Air
Intake air temperature sensor IAT sensor Air temperature sensor
Knock *** Detonation
Knock sensor KS Detonation sensor
Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST ***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valve Air-fuel ratio control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection System MFI system Fuel injection controlNEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM

LT-20
HEADLAMP - XENON TYPE -
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
Display Item List
NOTE:
1. Vehicles without auto light system display this item, but cannot monitor it.
2. Vehicles without daytime light system display this item, but cannot monitor it.
ACTIVE TEST
Operation Procedure
1. Touch “HEAD LAMP” on “SELECT TEST ITEM” screen.
2. Touch “ACTIVE TEST” on “SELECT DIAG MODE” screen.
3. Touch item to be tested and check operation of the selected item.
4. During the operation check, touching “BACK” deactivates the operation.
Display Item List
Monitor item Contents
IGN ON SW “ON/OFF” Displays “IGN position (ON)/OFF, ACC position (OFF)” judged from the ignition switch signal.
ACC ON SW “ON/OFF” Displays “ACC (ON)/OFF, Ignition OFF (OFF)” status judged from ignition switch signal.
HI BEAM SW “ON/OFF”Displays status (high beam switch: ON/Others: OFF) of high beam switch judged from light-
ing switch signal.
HEAD LAMP SW 1 “ON/OFF”Displays status (headlamp switch 1: ON/Others: OFF) of headlamp switch 2 judged from
lighting switch signal.
HEAD LAMP SW 2 “ON/OFF”Displays status (headlamp switch 2: ON/Others: OFF) of headlamp switch 2 judged from
lighting switch signal.
LIGHT SW 1 ST “ON/OFF”Displays status (lighting switch 1st position: ON/Others: OFF) of lighting switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
AUTO LIGHT SW
NOTE 1 “ON/OFF”Displays status of the lighting switch as judged from the lighting switch signal. (AUTO posi-
tion: ON/Other than AUTO position: OFF)
PASSING SW “ON/OFF”Displays status (flash-to-pass switch: ON/Others: OFF) of flash-to-pass switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
FR FOG SW “ON/OFF”Displays status (front fog lamp switch: ON/Others: OFF) of front fog lamp switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
DOOR SW - DR “ON/OFF”Displays status of the driver door as judged from the driver door switch signal. (Door is open:
ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - AS “ON/OFF”Displays status of the passenger door as judged from the passenger door switch signal.
(Door is open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - RR “ON/OFF”Displays status of the rear door as judged from the rear door switch (RH) signal. (Door is
open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - RL “ON/OFF”Displays status of the rear door as judged from the rear door switch (LH) signal. (Door is
open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
BACK DOOR SW “ON/OFF”Displays status of the back door as judged from the back door switch signal. (Door is open:
ON/Door is closed: OFF)
TURN SIGNAL R “ON/OFF” Displays status (Turn right: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from lighting switch signal.
TURN SIGNAL L “ON/OFF” Displays status (Turn left: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from lighting switch signal.
ENGINE RUN
NOTE 2“ON/OFF” Displays status (Engine running: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from engine status signal.
PKB SW
NOTE 2“ON/OFF”Displays status (Parking brake switch: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from parking brake switch
signal.
OPTICAL SENSOR
NOTE 1
[0 - 5V] Displays “ambient light (close to 5V when light/close to 0V when dark)” judged from optical
sensor signal.
Test item Description
TAIL LAMP Allows tail lamp relay to operate by switching ON–OFF.
HEAD LAMP Allows headlamp relay to operate by switching ON−OFF.
FR FOG LAMP Allows fog lamp relay to operate by switching ON–OFF.

LT-50
DAYTIME LIGHT SYSTEM
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
NOTE:
1. Vehicles without auto light system display this item, but cannot monitor it.
2. Vehicles without daytime light system display this item, but cannot monitor it.
ACTIVE TEST
Operation Procedure
1. Touch “HEAD LAMP” on “SELECT TEST ITEM” screen.
2. Touch “ACTIVE TEST” on “SELECT DIAG MODE” screen.
3. Touch item to be tested and check operation of the selected item.
4. During the operation check, touching “BACK” deactivates the operation.
Display Item List
NOTE:
1. Vehicles without daytime light lamp system display this item, but cannot monitor it.
2. This item is displayed, but cannot monitor it. HEAD LAMP SW 1 “ON/OFF”Displays status (headlamp switch 1: ON/Others: OFF) of headlamp switch 2 judged from
lighting switch signal.
HEAD LAMP SW 2 “ON/OFF”Displays status (headlamp switch 2: ON/Others: OFF) of headlamp switch 2 judged from
lighting switch signal.
LIGHT SW 1 ST “ON/OFF”Displays status (lighting switch 1st position: ON/Others: OFF) of lighting switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
AUTO LIGHT SW
NOTE 1 “ON/OFF”Displays status of the lighting switch as judged from the lighting switch signal. (AUTO posi-
tion: ON/Other than AUTO position: OFF)
PASSING SW “ON/OFF”Displays status (flash-to-pass switch: ON/Others: OFF) of flash-to-pass switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
FR FOG SW “ON/OFF”Displays status (front fog lamp switch: ON/Others: OFF) of front fog lamp switch judged from
lighting switch signal.
DOOR SW - DR “ON/OFF”Displays status of the driver door as judged from the driver door switch signal. (Door is open:
ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - AS “ON/OFF”Displays status of the passenger door as judged from the passenger door switch signal.
(Door is open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - RR “ON/OFF”Displays status of the rear door as judged from the rear door switch (RH) signal. (Door is
open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
DOOR SW - RL “ON/OFF”Displays status of the rear door as judged from the rear door switch (LH) signal. (Door is
open: ON/Door is closed: OFF)
BACK DOOR SW “ON/OFF”Displays status of the back door as judged from the back door switch signal. (Door is open:
ON/Door is closed: OFF)
TURN SIGNAL R “ON/OFF” Displays status (Turn right: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from lighting switch signal.
TURN SIGNAL L “ON/OFF” Displays status (Turn left: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from lighting switch signal.
ENGINE RUN
NOTE 2“ON/OFF” Displays status (Engine running: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from engine status signal.
PKB SW
NOTE 2“ON/OFF”Displays status (Parking brake switch: ON/Others: OFF) as judged from parking brake
switch signal.
OPTICAL SENSOR
NOTE 1
[0 - 5V] Displays “ambient light (close to 5V when light/close to 0V when dark)” judged from optical
sensor signal. Monitor item Contents
Test item Description
TAIL LAMP Allows tail lamp relay to operate by switching ON–OFF.
HEAD LAMP Allows headlamp relay to operate by switching ON−OFF.
FR FOG LAMP Allows fog lamp relay to operate by switching ON–OFF.
DTRL
NOTE 1Allow day time light lamp operate by switching ON–OFF.
CORNERING LAMP
NOTE 2—

LT-52
DAYTIME LIGHT SYSTEM
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4. CHECK GROUND
1. Check continuity between clearance lamp RH harness connec-
tor E23 terminal 3 (B) and ground.
2. Check continuity between clearance lamp LH harness connec-
tor E43 terminal 3 (B) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
5. CHECK BULB
Check bulbs of lamp which does not illuminate.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace bulb.
6. CHECK DAYTIME RELAY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect combination meter connector.
2. Check continuity between daytime lamp relay harness connec-
tor E15 terminal 1 (L) and combination meter harness connector
M20 terminal 10 (L/W).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
7. CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect combination meter connector.
2. Start engine running.
3. Select “BCM” on CONSULT-II. With “HEAD LAMP” data monitor,
make sure “ENGINE RUN” turns ON-OFF linked with operation
of engine running or stop.
4. Select “BCM” on CONSULT-II. With “HEAD LAMP” data monitor,
make sure “PKB SW” turns ON-OFF linked with operation of
parking brake switch.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace BCM. Refer to BCS-15, "Removal and Installation of BCM" .
NG >> GO TO 8.3 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
3 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
SKIA5881E
1 (L) – 10 (L/W) : Continuity should exist.
PKIA5216E
Engine running : ENGINE RUN ON
Engine stop : ENGINE RUN OFF
Parking brake ON : PKR SW ON
Parking brake OFF : PKR SW OFF
SKIA5883E