2005 INFINITI FX35 check transmission fluid

AT-218
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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4. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 4 3 , "
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 2 9 0 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 0 8 , "Oil Pump" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
5. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 4 3 , "
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 2 9 0 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 0 8 , "Oil Pump" .
–Power train system. Refer to AT- 2 9 0 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
–Transmission case. Refer to AT- 2 9 0 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
6. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT- 2 4 3 , "
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 5 2 , "
A/T Fluid Condition
Check" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> GO TO 10.
7. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM

Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 ,
"Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.24).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 8 , "
Cruise Test - Part 1" .
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 9.
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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Rear Oil SealACS0081G
REMOVAL
1. Remove center muffler with power tool. Refer to EX-3, "Removal
and Installation" .
2. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to PR-9, "
Removal and
Installation" .
3. Remove transfer assembly from transmission assembly (AWD models). Refer to TF-44, "
Removal and Installation" .
4. Remove rear oil seal using a flat-bladed screwdriver.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to scratch rear extension assembly (2WD
models) or adapter case assembly (AWD models).
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
After completing installation, check A/T fluid leakage and A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T
Fluid" .
1. As shown in the right figure, use the drift to drive rear oil seal into rear extension assembly (2WD models) or adapter case
assembly (AWD models) until it is flush.
CAUTION:

Apply ATF to rear oil seal.

Do not reuse rear oil seal.
2. Install transfer assembly to transmission assembly (AWD mod- els). Refer to TF-44, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Install rear propeller shaft. Refer to PR-9, "
Removal and Installa-
tion" .
4. Install center muffler. Refer to EX-3, "
Removal and Installation" .
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AT-264
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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7. Remove oil pan and oil pan gasket.
8. Check foreign materials in oil pan to help determine causes of
malfunction. If the ATF is very dark, smells burned, or contains
foreign particles, the frictional material (clutches, band) may
need replacement. A tacky film that will not wipe clean indicates
varnish build up. Varnish can cause valves, servo, and clutches
to stick and can inhibit pump pressure.

If frictional material is detected, perform A/T fluid cooler
cleaning. Refer to AT- 1 5 , "
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning" .
9. Support transmission assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION:
When setting transmission jack, place wooden blocks to
prevent from damaging control valve with TCM and trans-
mission case.
10. Remove rear engine mounting member with power tool. Refer to AT- 2 7 0 , "
Removal and Installation (2WD
Models)" .
11. Remove tightening bolts for rear extension assembly and trans- mission case.
12. Tap rear extension assembly with soft hammer.
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10. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from transmission
assembly.
CAUTION:

Do not subject it to impact by dropping or hitting it.

Do not disassemble.

Do not allow metal filings, etc. to get on the sensor's front
edge magnetic area.

Do not place in an area affected by magnetism.
11. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-18, "
VQ35DE ENGINE
MODELS (2WD)" .
12. Remove fluid cooler tube.
13. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to EM-30, "
Removal and Installation (2WD Model)" .
14. Remove rear cover plate. Refer to EM-30, "
Removal and Installation (2WD Model)" .
15. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening bolts for drive plate and torque converter.
CAUTION:
When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.
16. Support transmission assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION:
When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to allow
it to collide against the drain plug.
17. Remove rear engine mounting member with power tool.
18. Remove air breather hose. Refer to AT- 2 6 8 , "
Removal and
Installation" .
19. Disconnect A/T assembly connector.
20. Remove A/T fluid charging pipe from transmission assembly.
21. Plug up openings such as the fluid charging pipe hole, etc.
22. Remove bolts fixing transmission assembly to engine assembly with power tool.
23. Remove transmission assembly from vehicle with a transmis- sion jack.

Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.

Secure transmission assembly to a transmission jack.
INSPECTION
Installation and Inspection of Torque Converter

After inserting a torque converter to a transmission, be sure to
check distance “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
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Distance “A”: 25.0 mm (0.98 in) or more
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AT-272
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
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INSTALLATION
Install the removed parts in the reverse order of the removal, while paying attention to the following work.

When installing transmission assembly to the engine assembly,
attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the following standard.

Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of
the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the bolts. Then,
tighten the bolts with the specified torque. Refer to AT- 2 7 0 ,
"COMPONENTS" .
CAUTION:

When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.

When tightening the tightening bolts for the torque con-
verter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, be sure to
confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley
mounting bolts.

After converter is installed to drive plate, rotate crankshaft
several turns and check to be sure that transmission rotates freely without binding.

Install crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to EM-30, "Removal and Installation (2WD Model)" .

After completing installation, check A/T fluid leakage, A/T fluid level, and the A/T positions of A/T. Refer to
AT- 1 2 , "
Changing A/T Fluid" , AT- 2 3 5 , "Adjustment of A/T Position" , AT- 2 3 5 , "Checking of A/T Position" .
Bolt No. 1 2 3 4
Number of bolts 1 5 2 2
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in) 55 (2.17) 65 (2.56) 65 (2.56) 35 (1.38)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) 75
(7.7, 55) 55
(5.6, 41) 47
(4.8, 35)
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AT-276
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
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24. Remove transmission assembly with transfer from vehicle.

Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.

Secure transmission assembly to a jack.
25. Remove transfer from transmission assembly. Refer to TF-44,
"Removal and Installation" .
INSPECTION
Installation and Inspection of Torque Converter

After inserting a torque converter to a transmission, be sure to
check distance “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
INSTALLATION
Install the removed parts in the reverse order of the removal, while paying attention to the following work.

When installing transmission assembly to the engine assembly, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with
the following standard.
For VQ35DE models
For VK45DE models
*: No.2 bolt also secures A/T fluid charging pipe.
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Distance “A”
VQ35DE models: 25.0 mm (0.98 in) or more
VK45DE models: 22.0 mm (0.87 in) or more
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Bolt No. 1 2 3 4
Number of bolts 1 5 2 1
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in) 55 (2.17) 65 (2.56) 35 (1.38) 40 (1.57)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) 75
(7.7, 55) 47
(4.8, 35) 34
(3.5, 25)
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Bolt No. 1 2* 3
Number of bolts 5 1 4
Bolt length
“ ”mm (in) 70 (2.76) 70 (2.76) 65 (2.56)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) 11 3
(12, 83) 74.0
(7.5, 55)
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Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of
the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the bolts. Then,
tighten the bolts with the specified torque. Refer to AT- 2 7 3 ,
"COMPONENTS (FOR VQ35DE)" or AT- 2 7 4 , "COMPONENTS
(FOR VK45DE)" .
CAUTION:

When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.

When tightening the tightening bolts for the torque con-
verter after fixing the crankshaft pulley bolts, be sure to
confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley
mounting bolts.

After converter is installed to drive plate, rotate crankshaft several turns and check to be sure that
transmission rotates freely without binding.

Install crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to EM-30, "Removal and Installation (2WD Model)" , EM-
185, "Removal and Installation" .

After completing installation, check A/T fluid leakage, A/T fluid level, and the positions of A/T. Refer to AT-
12, "Changing A/T Fluid" , AT- 2 3 5 , "Adjustment of A/T Position" , AT- 2 3 5 , "Checking of A/T Position" .
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FRONT TIMING CHAIN CASE EM-63
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The followings are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in guide may generate a
pounding noise during and just after the engine start. However, this does not indicate an unusualness.
Noise will stop after hydraulic pressure rises.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, or any oil/fluids including engine oil
and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid. power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc. Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage