2005 INFINITI FX35 Wheel nuts

FSU-10
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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16. Remove stabilizer connecting rod upper nut with power tool,
separate stabilizer connecting rod and strut assembly.
17. Remove mounting nuts between engine mounting insulator and front suspension member.
18. Remove mounting bolts which are at the back of transverse link (mounting part with body) with power tool, separate transverse
link.
19. Remove mounting nuts between front suspension member and body with power tool.
20. Move jack down slowly to remove front suspension member, transverse link, stabilizer bar, drive shaft (For AWD models) and
steering knuckle from vehicle as a unit.
21. Remove transverse link from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-14,
"TRANSVERSE LINK" .
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-8, "Components" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.

After removing/installing or replacing suspension components and steering components, check wheel
alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check the following item after service.
–Installation condition of wheel sensor harness.
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COIL SPRING AND STRUT FSU-11
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COIL SPRING AND STRUTPFP:55302
Removal and InstallationAES000N7
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove brake hose lock plate. Then remove brake hose from strut assembly.
3. Remove wheel sensor harness from strut assembly. CAUTION:
Do not pull wheel sensor harness.
4. Remove stabilizer connecting rod upper nut with power tool, separate stabilizer connecting rod and strut assembly.
5. Remove fixing bolts and nuts between strut assembly and steer- ing knuckle with power tool.
6. Remove mounting nuts on mounting insulator bracket with power tool, then remove strut upper plate, strut spacer and strut
from vehicle.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-8, "Components" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.

After removing/installing or replacing suspension components, check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6,
"Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Check the following item after service.
–Installation condition of wheel sensor harness.
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FSU-16
STABILIZER BAR
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STABILIZER BARPFP:54611
Removal and InstallationAES000NA
REMOVAL
1. Remove tire from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove undercover with power tool.
3. Remove stabilizer connecting rod lower nut with power tool, sep- arate stabilizer bar and stabilizer connecting rod.
4. Remove stabilizer clamp mounting bolts and nuts with power tool.
5. Remove stabilizer bar, stabilizer clamp, stabilizer bushing from vehicle.
6. Remove stabilizer connecting rod upper nut with power tool, separate stabilizer connecting rod and strut.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check stabilizer bar, stabilizer connecting rod, stabilizer bushing and stabilizer clamp deformation, cracks and
damage, and replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-8, "Components" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.

After removing/installing or replacing suspension components, check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-6,
"Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

Stabilizer bar uses pillow ball type connecting rod. Position ball
joint with case on pillow ball head parallel to stabilizer bar.
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FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER FSU-17
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Removal and InstallationAES000NB
REMOVAL
1. Set engine slinger to engine, then suspend an engine.
2. Remove tire from vehicle with power tool.
3. Remove undercover with power tool.
4. Remove front cross bar.
5. Remove mounting bolts which are at the back of transverse link (mounting part with body) with power tool, separate transverse
link.
6. Remove mounting bolts which are at the front of transverse link with power tool, separate transverse link.
7. Remove steering hydraulic piping bracket from front suspension member. Refer to PS-41, "
HYDRAULIC LINE" .
8. Remove mounting bolts of steering gear with power tool, then hang steering gear on vehicle. Refer to PS-19, "
POWER
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
9. Remove stabilizer bar from front suspension member and stabi- lizer connecting rod lower side with power tool.
10. Remove mounting nuts between engine mounting insulator and front suspension member.
11. Remove mounting nuts between front suspension member and body with power tool.
12. Move jack down slowly to remove front suspension member from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check front suspension member for deformation, cracks, or any other damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION

Refer to FSU-8, "Components" for tightening torque. Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Refer to component parts location and do not reuse non-reusable parts.

After removing/installing or replacing suspension components and steering components, check wheel
alignment. Refer to FSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

After adjusting wheel alignment, adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "Adjust-
ment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .
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PRECAUTIONS GI-5
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Before jacking up the vehicle, apply wheel chocks or other tire
blocks to the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. After
jacking up the vehicle, support the vehicle weight with safety
stands at the points designated for proper lifting before working
on the vehicle.
These operations should be done on a level surface.

When removing a heavy component such as the engine or tran-
saxle/transmission, be careful not to lose your balance and drop
them. Also, do not allow them to strike adjacent parts, especially
the brake tubes and master cylinder.

Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:
Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.

If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of
radio and each control unit is erased.

To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in
an appropriate manner.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.

Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.

Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers, cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new
ones.

Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.

Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.

Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.

After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indicate the proper connection.

Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.

Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.

Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.

When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE MA-5
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OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc. Item
Reference page
Tires Check the pressure with a gauge, including the spare, at least once a month
and always prior to a long distance trips. Adjust to the specified pressure if
necessary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. —
Wheel nuts When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary. —
Windshield Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every
six months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). MA-35
Wheel alignment and
balance If the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel
balancing may be needed. MA-33
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FSU-6
Windshield wiper
blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the
trunk lid and back hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubri-
cate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from
opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently. MA-38
Lamps
Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head-
lamp aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. —
Item
Reference page
Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak. —
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steer-
ing condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in) —
Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every
position. Check that the head restrains move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the
latches lock securely for folding-down rear seatbacks. —
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-39
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. —
Brakes Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
booster Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper dis-
tance under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be
sure to keep the floor mats away from the pedal. BR-6
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE MA-35
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Tire RotationALS000HB

After rotation the tires, adjust the tire pressure.

Retighten the wheel nuts when the vehicle has been driven for
1,000 km (600 miles) (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.).
CAUTION:

Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating the tires.

When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing
the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.
Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksALS000FQ

If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.
Checking Brake Lines and CablesALS000FR

Check brake fluid lines and parking brake cables for improper
attachment, leaks, chafing, abrasions, deterioration, etc.
Changing Brake FluidALS000FS
1. Drain brake fluid from each bleed valve.
2. Refill until new brake fluid comes out from each bleed valve. Use same procedure as in bleeding hydraulic system to refill
brake fluid.
Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake System" .

Refill with recommended Genuine Nissan Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116).
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .

Never reuse drained brake fluid.

Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas. Tightening torque of wheel nut
: 112.6 N·m (11 kg, 83 ft-lb)
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE MA-37
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Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesALS000FV
Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F)
or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS"


Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, dam-
age, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.

Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
Axle and Suspension PartsALS000FW
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.

Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.

Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.

Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks or other damage.
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