2004 INFINITI FX35 oil viscosity

ENGINE OIL
LU-9
[VQ35DE]
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Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
Changing Engine OilABS004SV
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL
LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Remove drain plug and oil filler cap.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" . Oil pressure switch:
: 14.8 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)

ENGINE OIL
LU-27
[VK45DE]
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5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-181, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use the oil level gauge to determine when the proper amount of engine oil is in the
engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-25, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" . Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 6.4 (6-3/4, 5-5/8)
without oil filter change 5.8 (6-1/8, 5-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.2 (7-5/8, 6-3/8)

MA-1
MAINTENANCE
L MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
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SECTION MA
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MAINTENANCE
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 4
Explanation of General Maintenance ....................... 4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7
Schedule 1 ............................................................... 8
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 8
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 9
Schedule 2 ............................................................. 10
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ................................................................ 10
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .............. 11
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 12
Fluids and Lubricants ............................................. 12
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 13
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL .................................... 13
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ......................... 13
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE) ......... 14
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 14
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 14
ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP BELT ........................................................ 15
AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR BELT ....... 15
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 15
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 15
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 16
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 17
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 17
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 17
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 17
Changing Engine Oil .............................................. 17
Changing Oil Filter ................................................. 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 19
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ..... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................... 19INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................... 20
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 20
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE) ......... 21
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 21
Tension Adjustment ................................................ 21
Changing Engine Coolant ....................................... 21
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT .......................... 22
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 22
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 23
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 24
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .................................... 24
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 24
Changing Engine Oil ............................................... 24
Changing Oil Filter .................................................. 25
REMOVAL ........................................................... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................... 25
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 25
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ...... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 27
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 27
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 28
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 28
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 28
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 30
Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 30
Changing Transfer Fluid ......................................... 31
Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 31
Checking Differential Gear Oil ................................ 31
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................ 32
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ............. 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 32
Tire Rotation ........................................................... 34
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 34
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 34
Changing Brake Fluid ............................................. 34
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 35

MA-12
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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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

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
MA-13
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SAE Viscosity NumberALS000G9
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL
SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. SAE
10W-30 and 10W-40 viscosity oil may be used if the ambient
temperature is above -18°C (0°F)
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture RatioALS000GA
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality,
year-round, anti-freeze coolant solution. The anti-freeze solution
contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling
system additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine
NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant or equivalent with the
proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized
water/distilled water.
Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling sys-
tem.
MMA117AA
SMA947CA

MA-18
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30, "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level.
Changing Oil FilterALS000GL
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Using oil filter wrench (SST), remove oil filter.
CAUTION:

Oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
Use genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when engine and engine oil
are hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to drive belts.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adhere to engine
and vehicle.Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)
PBIC0249E
SBIA0454E

MA-24
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
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Checking Fuel LinesALS000GS
Inspect fuel lines and tank for improper attachment, leaks, cracks,
damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration. If necessary,
repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterALS000GT
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-7,
"PERIODIC MAINTENANCE" .
1. Remove air duct (inlet), air cleaner case and mass air flow sensor assembly. Refer to EM-172, "
AIR
CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
2. Remove air cleaner filter from air cleaner case.
Changing Engine OilALS000H7
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for oil leak-
age from engine components. Refer to LU-25, "
ENGINE OIL
LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap, and then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-181, "
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in the engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
SMA803A
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
PBIC0993E
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 6.4 (6-3/4, 5-5/8)
without oil filter change 5.8 (6-1/8, 5-1/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.2 (7-5/8, 6-3/8)

MA-32
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
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Changing Differential Gear OilALS000FN
1. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type)ALS000FO
REMOVAL
1. Remove inner and outer balance weights from the road wheel.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
2. Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the road wheel.
CAUTION:

Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.

After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the road
wheel.
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT

If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight mode settings and drive-in weight mode setting,
select and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for road wheels.
1. Set road wheel on wheel balancer using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.
2. When inner and outer unbalance values are shown on the wheel balancer indicator, multiply outer unbal-
ance value by 5/3 to determine balance weight that should be used. Select the outer balance weight with
a value closest to the calculated value above and install it to the designated outer position of, or at the
designated angle in relation to the road wheel.
CAUTION:

Do not install the inner balance weight before installing the outer balance weight.Oil grade and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS
AND LUBRICANTS"
Capacity:
Front final drive (F160A)
0.65 (1 - 3/8 US pt, 1 - 1/8 lmp pt)
Rear final drive (R200, R200V)
1.4 (3 US pt, 2 - 1/2 lmp pt)
Filler plug:
Front final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Rear final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain plug:
Front final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Rear final drive
: 34.5 N-m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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