2004 INFINITI FX35 coolant capacity

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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
VQ35DE
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 3
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 5
Special Service Tools ............................................... 5
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS .......................... 7
Troubleshooting Chart .............................................. 7
COOLING SYSTEM .................................................... 9
Cooling Circuit .......................................................... 9
System Drawing ..................................................... 10
ENGINE COOLANT ...................................................11
Inspection ................................................................ 11
LEVEL CHECK .................................................... 11
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .... 11
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 11
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 11
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 12
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 13
RADIATOR ................................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 15
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 15
Checking Radiator .................................................. 16
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) .............................. 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................... 17
PREPARATION ................................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 17
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 18
INSPECTION ...................................................... 20
COOLING FAN ......................................................... 21
Removal and Installation ........................................ 21
REMOVAL ........................................................... 21INSTALLATION ................................................... 21
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 21
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 21
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 21
WATER PUMP .......................................................... 22
Removal and Installation ........................................ 22
REMOVAL ........................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 25
WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY .... 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................... 27
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 27
WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING ................... 28
Removal and Installation ........................................ 28
REMOVAL ........................................................... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 29
Standard and Limit .................................................. 29
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) .................................................................. 29
THERMOSTAT .................................................... 29
RADIATOR .......................................................... 29
VK45DE
PRECAUTIONS ........................................................ 30
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ................................................................. 30
PREPARATION ......................................................... 31
Special Service Tools ............................................. 31
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 31
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ........................ 32
Troubleshooting Chart ............................................ 32

CO-2Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45 COOLING SYSTEM .................................................. 34
Cooling Circuit ........................................................ 34
System Drawing ..................................................... 35
ENGINE COOLANT .................................................. 36
Inspection ............................................................... 36
LEVEL CHECK .................................................... 36
LEAK CHECK ...................................................... 36
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 36
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 36
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 37
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 38
RADIATOR ................................................................ 39
Removal and Installation ........................................ 39
REMOVAL ........................................................... 39
INSTALLATION .................................................... 41
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 41
Checking Radiator Cap .......................................... 41
Checking Radiator .................................................. 41
RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE) ............................... 43
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 43
PREPARATION ................................................... 43
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 43
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 44
INSPECTION ....................................................... 46
COOLING FAN .......................................................... 47
Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven Type) ... 47
REMOVAL ........................................................... 47
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 47INSTALLATION .................................................... 47
Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type) ........ 48
REMOVAL ............................................................ 48
INSTALLATION .................................................... 48
Disassembly and Assembly (Motor Driven Type) ... 48
DISASSEMBLY .................................................... 48
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 48
ASSEMBLY .......................................................... 48
WATER PUMP ........................................................... 49
Removal and Installation ......................................... 49
REMOVAL ............................................................ 49
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 49
INSTALLATION .................................................... 50
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 50
THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE ..... 51
Removal and Installation ......................................... 51
REMOVAL ............................................................ 51
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................ 52
INSTALLATION .................................................... 52
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 53
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 54
Standard and Limit .................................................. 54
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) .................................................................. 54
RADIATOR ........................................................... 54
THERMOSTAT ..................................................... 54
WATER CONTROL VALVE .................................. 54

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ENGINE COOLANT
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If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-13, "FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
4. Remove reservoir tank, drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank if removed, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-126, "
ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
3. Fill radiator and reservoir tank to specified level.

Use Genuine Nissan Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or
equivalent mixed with water (distilled or demineralized).
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS".

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck
slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt,1-3/4 lmp qt) a minute
to allow air in system to escape.

When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug with new O-ring.
4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature with radiator cap installed.
5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed.

Repeat two or three times.
CAUTION:
Watch engine coolant temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).

Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill radiator up to filler neck with engine coolant.
7. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.Radiator drain plug:
: 1.18 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 10 in-lb)
SBIA0445E
Engine coolant capacity
(with reservoir tank at “MAX” level)
: Approximately 8.6 (9-1/8 US qt, 7-5/8 lmp qt)
SMA182B
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at “MAX” level)
: 0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
Air relief plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)
SMA412B

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00100
Standard and LimitABS004W0
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
THERMOSTAT
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
Engine coolant capacity [With reservoir tank (“MAX” level)] 8.6 (9-1/8, 7- 5/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)
ThermostatStandard
Valve opening temperature 76.0 - 79.0°C (169 - 174°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 8.6 mm / 90°C (0.339 in / 194°F)
Valve closing temperature More than 71°C (160°F)
Cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.6, 23)

ENGINE COOLANT
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REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean radiator drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If cylinder block water drain plugs are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-244, "
ASSEM-
BLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
3. Fill thermostat housing and reservoir tank to specified level.

Refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.

Pour engine coolant through engine coolant filler neck slowly of less than 2 (2-1/8 US qt, 1-3/4
Imp qt) a minute to allow air in system to escape.

Use Genuine Nissan long Life Antifreeze/Coolant or equivalent mixed with water (distilled or
demineralized). Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug.
4. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature with radiator cap installed.
5. Run engine at 3,000 rpm for 10 seconds and return to idle speed.

Repeat two or three times.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
6. Stop engine and cool down to less than approximately 50°C (122°F).

Cool down using a fan to reduce the time.

If necessary, refill engine coolant up to filler neck of thermostat housing.
7. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
8. Repeat steps 3 through 6 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer
drops.
9. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.Radiator drain plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
PBIC1530E
Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level):
Approx. 10.0 (10-5/8 US qt, 8-3/4 Imp qt)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(at “MAX” level):
0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
SMA412B

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitABS006JQ
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
THERMOSTAT
WATER CONTROL VALVE
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level) 10.0 (10-5/8, 8-3/4)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (at “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)
Radiator cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage test pressure 157 (1.6, 23)
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84°C (176 - 183°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 10 mm/ 95°C (0.39 in/ 203°F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F)
Valve opening temperature 93.5 - 96.5°C (200 - 206°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 8 mm/ 108°C (0.315 in/ 226°F)
Valve closing temperature 90°C (194°F)

MA-2Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45ROTOR ................................................................ 35
CALIPER ............................................................. 35
PAD ..................................................................... 35
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage ..................... 35
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 35
STEERING LINKAGE .......................................... 35
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines .............. 36
Axle and Suspension Parts ..................................... 36
Drive Shaft .............................................................. 37
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch ............ 37
Checking Seat Belt, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors
and Adjusters .......................................................... 38
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 39
Standard and Limit .................................................. 39
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VQ35DE) ... 39
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VK45DE) ... 39
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-MATE) (VQ35DE) ................................................ 39
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) (VK45DE) ................................................. 39
RADIATOR ........................................................... 39
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(VQ35DE) ............................................................ 39
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(VK45DE) ............................................................. 40
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
(VQ35DE) ............................................................ 40
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
(VK45DE) ............................................................. 40
WHEEL BALANCE .............................................. 40

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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and Lubricants ALS000G8
*1: For further details, see “SAE Viscosity Number”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0°C (32°F).
*4: DEXRON
TM III/ MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact an INFINITI
dealer for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRON TM III/ MERCONTM automatic trans-
mission fluid.
*5: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III/ MERCONTM , or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*6: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measureImp mea-
sureLiter
Engine oil
Drain and
refillWith oil fil-
ter changeVK45DE 6-3/4 qt 5-5/8 qt 6.4 For VK45DE engine

API Certification Mark*1

API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*1

ILSAC grade GF-II & GF-III*1
For VQ35DE engine

API Certification Mark*1

API grade SG/SH, Energy Conserving I & II or
API grade SJ or SL, Energy Conserving*1

ILSAC grade GF-I, GF-II & GF-III *1 VQ35DE 5 qt 4 - 1/8 qt 4.7
Without oil
filter
changeVK45DE 6-1/8 qt 5-1/8 qt 5.8
VQ35DE 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
Dry engine (Overhaul)VK45DE 7-5/8 qt 6-3/8 qt 7.2
VQ35DE 5-3/4 qt 4-3/4 qt 5.4
Cooling
systemWith res-
ervoir tankVK45DE 10-5/8 qt 8-3/4 qt 10.0
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
or equivalent VQ35DE 9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir
tankVK45DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
VQ35DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3 Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Differential gear oilFront 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.65
API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80 W-90 *3
Rear 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.40
Transfer fluid 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.25Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S.
and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic
Transmission Fluid*4
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*5
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty Brake
Fluid*6 or equivalent
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze Fluid or equivalent