2005 INFINITI FX35 oil filter

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PRECAUTIONS
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HOSE CLAMPING

If old rubber hose is re-used, install hose clamp in its original
position (at the indentation where the old clamp was). If there is
a trace of tube bulging left on the old rubber hose, align rubber
hose at that position.

Discard old clamps; replace with new ones.

After installing plate clamps, apply force to them in the direction
of the arrow, tightening rubber hose equally all around.
Precautions for Engine OilsAAS000F3
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin contact
with used oil.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS

Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, particularly used engine oils.

Wear protective clothing, including impervious gloves where practicable.

Do not put oily rags in pockets.

Avoid contaminating clothes, particularly underpants, with oil.

Heavily soiled clothing and oil-impregnated footwear should not be worn. Overalls must be cleaned regu-
larly.

First aid treatment should be obtained immediately for open cuts and wounds.

Use barrier creams, applying them before each work period, to help the removal of oil from the skin.

Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed (skin cleansers and nail brushes will help). Prepa-
rations containing lanolin replace the natural skin oils which have been removed.

Do not use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or solvents for cleaning skin.

If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice without delay.

Where practical, degrease components prior to handling.

Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should be worn, for example, chemical goggles or face
shields; in addition an eye wash facility should be provided.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
Dispose of used oil and used oil filters through authorized waste disposal contractors to licensed waste dis-
posal sites, or to the waste oil reclamation trade. If in doubt, contact the local authority for advice on disposal
facilities.
It is illegal to pour used oil on to the ground, down sewers or drains, or into water sources.
The regulations concerning pollution vary between regions.
Precautions for Air Conditioning AAS000F4
Use an approved refrigerant recovery unit any time the air conditioning system must be discharged. Refer to
ATC/MTC section “HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure”, “REFRIGERANT LINES” for specific instructions.
SMA021D
SMA022D

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A
A/C air flow ...................................................... ATC-37
A/C component layout ..................................... ATC-26
A/C compressor clutch removal and installation ...........
ATC-144
A/C compressor mounting ........... ATC-141, ATC-144,
ATC-148
, ATC-149, ATC-150, ATC-151, ATC-152,
ATC-154
, ATC-155, ATC-156, ATC-157
A/C compressor precaution ............................. ATC-13
A/C compressor special service tool ................ ATC-17
A/C control operation (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-34
A/C diagnostic work flow (auto A/C) .............. ATC-102
A/C evaporator ............................................... ATC-156
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ........ ATC-6
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure .......
ATC-138
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ... ATC-18
A/C HFC134a system service equipment precaution ...
ATC-13
A/C lubricant (R134a) ...................................... ATC-27
A/C lubrication oil ........................................... ATC-162
A/C operational check ...................................... ATC-61
A/C self-diagnoses (auto A/C) ........ ATC-53, ATC-102
A/C service data specification ........................ ATC-162
A/C system description (auto A/C) ................... ATC-30
A/C trouble diagnoses (auto A/C) .................... ATC-40
A/C, A - Wiring diagram ................................... ATC-46
A/T fluid checking ...................... AT-13, AT-52, MA-29
A/T fluid cooler cleaning .................................... AT-15
A/T fluid replacement ............................. AT-12, MA-31
A/T fluid temperature sensor ........................... AT-136
A/T IND - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-54
A/T self-diagnoses ........................................... AT-103
A/T shift lock system ........................................ AT-236
A/T shift lock system - Wiring diagram ............ AT-237
A/T trouble diagnoses ........................................ AT-43
A/T Wiring diagram AT - CAN .......................... AT-107
A/T Wiring diagram AT - FTS .......................... AT-137
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MAIN ........................ AT-183
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MMSW ..................... AT-171
A/T Wiring diagram AT - NONDTC .................. AT-190
A/T Wiring diagram AT - PNP/SW ................... AT-115
A/T Wiring diagram AT - STSIG ...................... AT-110
A/T Wiring diagram AT - VSS A/T ................... AT-120
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor ........ EC-619,
EC-626
, EC-640, EC-1302, EC-1309, EC-1323
Accelerator pedal released position learning .... EC-96,
EC-786
AF1B1-Wiring diagram ...... EC-490, EC-499, EC-508,
EC-518
, EC-529, EC-539, EC-551
AF1B2-Wiring diagram ...... EC-492, EC-501, EC-510,
EC-520
, EC-531, EC-541, EC-553
AF1HB1-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-407
AF1HB2-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-409
Air bag .............................................................. SRS-3
Air bag precautions ........................................... SRS-3
Air cleaner and air duct(VK45DE) ................... EM-176
Air cleaner and air duct(VQ35DE) .................... EM-17
Air cleaner filter replacement ............................ MA-25
Air cleaner filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............ MA-18
Air cleaner filter(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-18
Air conditioner cut control ................... EC-35, EC-726
Air flow meter - See Mass air flow sensor ....... EC-186,
EC-195
, EC-893, EC-902
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 ......... EC-488, EC-497, EC-506,
EC-516
, EC-526, EC-536, EC-548
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 heater ............................ EC-405
Air mix. door motor ......................... ATC-73, ATC-132
Ambient sensor ............................. ATC-104, ATC-117
Angular tightening application ............................. EM-6
Angular tightening application(VK45DE) ........ EM-164
APPS1 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-621, EC-1304
APPS2 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-628, EC-1311
APPS3 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-642, EC-1325
ASC/BS - Wiring diagram ............... EC-599, EC-1273
ASC/SW - Wiring diagram .............. EC-583, EC-1256
ASCBOF - Wiring diagram .............. EC-689, EC-1379
ASCD .................................................. EC-36, EC-727
ASCD (automatic speed control device) ........... ACS-3
ASCIND - Wiring diagram ............... EC-696, EC-1386
Ashtray illumination .......................................... LT-157
AT indicator lamp ................................................ DI-54
Auto air conditioner - Wiring diagram ............. ATC-46
Auto amp ...................................................... ATC-116
Auto anti-dazzling inside mirror ....................... GW-84
Automatic amplifier ........... ATC-51, ATC-63, ATC-116
Automatic transmission fluid replacement ........ MA-32
AV and NAVI control unit ................................... AV-89
AV communication line .................................... AV-114
AWD - Wiring diagram ....................................... TF-17
Axle ................................................................... MA-37
Axle housing (rear) ........................................... RAX-7
B
Back Door ........................................................ BL-164
Back door ......................................................... BL-164
Back door opener - See Back door .................. BL-168
BACK/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-127
Back-up lamp ................................................... LT-127
Basic inspection ............................................... EC-769
Battery ................................................................. SC-4
Battery/Starting/Charging System Tester SC-6, SC-13,
SC-26
BCM (Body control module) .............................. BCS-3
Block heater(VK45DE) .................................... EM-245
Block heater(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-122
Blower motor ................................... ATC-79, ATC-123
Blower unit .................................................... ATC-121
Board computer ................................................. AV-58
Brake booster .................................................... BR-15
Brake fluid level ................................................ MA-35
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-11
Brake inspection ............................................... MA-36
Brake lines and cables inspection .................... MA-35
Brake master cylinder ........................................ BR-13
Brake switch ................................... EC-614, EC-1297

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ECTS - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-210, EC-916
Electric sunroof .................................................. RF-10
Electric throttle control actuator ........ EC-424, EC-426,
EC-1148
, EC-1150
Electric throttle control actuator (VK45DE) ..... EM-178
Electric throttle control actuator (VQ35DE) ....... EM-19
Electrical load signal circuit .............. EC-679, EC-1369
Electrical unit ..................................................... PG-76
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-70
Electronic ignition (EI) system ............. EC-33, EC-724
Engine control module (ECM) .......... EC-402, EC-1134
Engine control system diagram ....................... EC-721
Engine control system diagram and chart ......... EC-30
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-208,
EC-220
, EC-914, EC-927
Engine coolant(VK45DE) .................................. CO-37
Engine coolant(VQ35DE) ................................. CO-11
Engine oil filter replacement ............................. MA-26
Engine oil filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............. MA-19
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-8
Engine oil replacement(VQ35DE) ..................... MA-18
Engine oil(VK45DE) ........................................... LU-25
Engine oil(VQ35DE) ............................................ LU-7
Engine removal(VK45DE) ............................... EM-240
Engine removal(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-112
Engine room cover(VK45DE) ......................... EM-172
ETC1 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-427, EC-1151
ETC2 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-434, EC-1158
ETC3 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-438, EC-1162
EVAP canister ...................................... EC-42, EC-733
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-336
, EC-1069, EC-1233
EVAP canister vent control valve ...... EC-343, EC-568,
EC-1076
, EC-1241
EVAP control system (small leak) diagnosis .. EC-327,
EC-367
, EC-1061, EC-1108
EVAP control system pressure sensor ........... EC-350,
EC-353
, EC-359, EC-1083, EC-1086, EC-1092
EVAP control system purge flow monitoring diagnosis
EC-322
, EC-1056
EVAP vapor lines inspection ................. MA-21, MA-28
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system . EC-39, EC-730
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-156
Exhaust manifold(VK45DE) ............................ EM-182
Exhaust manifold(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-26
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-3
Exhaust system inspection ..................... EX-3, MA-29
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-157
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F/FOG - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-81
F/PUMP - Wiring diagram ................ EC-669, EC-1359
Final drive pre-inspection .................. FFD-20, RFD-17
Final drive removal and installation .. FFD-12, FFD-14,
RFD-14
Floor trim ............................................................. EI-39
Flow charts ......................................................... GI-27
Fluid temperature sensor (A/T) ........................ AT-136
Fluorescent leak detector ............................. ATC-158
Fog lamp, front ................................................... LT-79
Front axle ............................................ FAX-4, FAX-10
Front brake solenoid valve ................. AT-154, AT-156
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-14
Front door ............................. BL-153, BL-157, GW-76
Front fog lamp .................................................... LT-79
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-39
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-3
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ..... SB-2, SRS-3, SRS-44
Front suspension .............................................. FSU-6
Front washer ...................................................... WW-4
Front wiper ......................................................... WW-4
FTTS - Wiring diagram .... EC-269, EC-274, EC-1006,
EC-1011
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-34,
EC-725
Fuel filter replacement ......................................... FL-4
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-5
Fuel injection system (Bank 1) .......... EC-986, EC-995
Fuel injection system (Bank 2) .......... EC-986, EC-995
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VK45DE) .............. EM-192
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VQ35DE) ................ EM-45
Fuel level sensor EC-385, EC-387, EC-389, EC-1117,
EC-1119
, EC-1121
Fuel line inspection .................................. FL-3, MA-25
Fuel line inspection(VQ35DE) .......................... MA-17
Fuel precautions .......................................... GI-6, GI-7
Fuel pressure check ........................... EC-99, EC-789
Fuel pressure release ......................... EC-99, EC-789
Fuel pump ....................................... EC-668, EC-1358
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-4
Fuel system ......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank ............................................................ FL-10
Fuel tank temperature sensor .......... EC-267, EC-273,
EC-1004
, EC-1010
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ............. EC-42, EC-733
FUELB1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-250, EC-260, EC-988,
EC-997
FUELB2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-251, EC-261, EC-989,
EC-998
Fuse .................................................................. PG-17
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-83
Fusible link ........................................................ PG-17
G
Gauges ................................................................. DI-5
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-76, GW-80
Glove box lamp ................................... LT-156, LT-202
Grille - See Exterior ............................................ EI-22
Ground distribution ........................................... PG-31
H
H/AIM - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-75
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-11
Harness connector ............................................ PG-74
Harness layout .................................................. PG-46

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M/ANT - Wiring diagram .................................... AV-52
MAFS - Wiring diagram ..... EC-189, EC-197, EC-896,
EC-904
Magnet clutch ................................. ATC-84, ATC-144
MAIN - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-164, EC-855
Maintenance (engine)(VQ35DE) ...................... MA-14
Major overhaul (Final drive) .............. FFD-16, RFD-16
Major overhaul (Transfer) .................................. TF-45
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ............ EC-186, EC-195,
EC-893
, EC-902
Meter ..................................................................... DI-5
METER - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-10
MIL data link connectors circuit ....... EC-703, EC-1393
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram .................. EC-703, EC-1393
Mirror, door ..................................................... GW-114
Mirror, out side ................................................ GW-114
Misfire .............................................. EC-285, EC-1022
Mode door control linkage adjustment ............. ATC-72
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-70, ATC-131
Molding - See Exterior ................... EI-25, EI-29, EI-32
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .... EC-31, EC-722
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-7
N
NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-216
NAVI - Wiring diagram ..................................... AV-106
Navigation system ............................................. AV-87
NVH troubleshooting (EM) .............................. EM-170
NVH troubleshooting (EM)(VQ35DE) ............... EM-13
NVH troubleshooting (Final drive) ......... FFD-6, RFD-7
NVH troubleshooting (Propeller shaft) ................. PR-3
NVH troubleshooting (Transfer) ........................... TF-8
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) precautions
GI-3
O
O2H1B1 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-879
O2H1B2 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-881
O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-180, EC-887
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-182, EC-889
O2S1B1 - Wiring diagram ... EC-937, EC-947, EC-959
O2S1B2 - Wiring diagram ... EC-939, EC-949, EC-961
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-230, EC-240, EC-445,
EC-456
, EC-968, EC-978, EC-1190, EC-1201
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-232, EC-242, EC-447,
EC-458
, EC-970, EC-980, EC-1192, EC-1203
Oil cooler (engine)(VQ35DE) ............................. LU-14
Oil filter(VK45DE) .............................................. LU-28
Oil filter(VQ35DE) .............................................. LU-10
Oil pan (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. EM-185
Oil pan (engine)(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-30
Oil pressure (engine)(VK45DE) ......................... LU-25
Oil pressure (engine)(VQ35DE) ........................... LU-8
Oil pressure relief valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ........ LU-6
Oil pump (A/T) ................................................. AT-308
Oil pump (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. LU-31
Oil pump (engine)(VQ35DE) .............................. LU-17
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VK45DE) ...... LU-31
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ..... LU-17
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VK45DE) ......... EM-225
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VQ35DE) .......... EM-97
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) .......... FFD-9,
RFD-10
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) ......... FFD-11,
RFD-12
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) .. EC-46,
EC-737
Out side mirror ............................................... GW-114
Overheat ........................................................ EC-1213
P
P/SCKT - Wiring diagram ................................ WW-57
Park/Neutral position switch ........... EC-609, EC-1283
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .................... AT-114
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-3
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) .. EC-51, EC-742
Personal lamp ..................................... LT-153, LT-187
PGC/V - Wiring diagram .. EC-338, EC-562, EC-1071,
EC-1235
PHASE - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1045
PHSB1 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-309
PHSB2 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-311
Pilot bushing replacement - See Pilot
converter(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-123
Piston assembly(VK45DE) ............................. EM-255
Piston assembly(VQ35DE) ............................. EM-135
Piston pin inspection(VK45DE) ....................... EM-262
Piston pin inspection(VQ35DE) ...................... EM-140
Piston ring inspection(VK45DE) ..................... EM-263
Piston ring inspection(VQ35DE) ..................... EM-141
Piston to bore clearance(VK45DE) ................. EM-266
Piston to bore clearance(VQ35DE) ................ EM-144
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram .............. EC-611, EC-1285
POS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-302, EC-1038
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-4
Power door mirror .............................................. BL-21
Power seat ......................................................... SE-92
Power socket ................................................... WW-57
Power steering fluid level ........................ PS-8, MA-37
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-19
Power steering hydraulic pressure .................... PS-31
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-31
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-8
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-3
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram EC-355, EC-361, EC-1088,
EC-1094
Precations for Leak detection dye .................. ATC-16
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Pressure switch 1 .............................. AT-156, AT-175
Pressure switch 2 ............................................ AT-168
Pressure switch 3 .............................. AT-152, AT-177
Pressure switch 5 .............................. AT-160, AT-179

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ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. ..... 3
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ....................................... ..... 5
Lubrication Circuit ............................................... ..... 5
System Chart ...................................................... ..... 6
ENGINE OIL .......................................................... ..... 7
Inspection ............................................................ ..... 7
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ........................................ ..... 7
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE ........................... ..... 7
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ................................... ..... 7
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ................................. ..... 8
Changing Engine Oil ........................................... ..... 9
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 10
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............ ... 10
OIL FILTER BRACKET (AWD) .............................. ... 12
Components ........................................................ ... 12
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 12
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............ ... 13
OIL COOLER ......................................................... ... 14
Components ........................................................ ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............ ... 16
OIL PUMP .............................................................. ... 17
Components ........................................................ ... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17 REMOVAL ........................................................
... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 18
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 19
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 20
Standard and Limit ............................................... ... 20
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ................................ ... 20
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) ..... ... 20
OIL PUMP ........................................................ ... 20
REGULATOR VALVE ....................................... ... 20
VK45DE
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ... 21
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. ... 21
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ... 21
PREPARATION ...................................................... ... 22
Special Service Tools .......................................... ... 22
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ... 22
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ....................................... ... 23
Lubrication Circuit ................................................ ... 23
System Chart ....................................................... ... 24
ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ... 25
Inspection ............................................................ ... 25
ENGINE OIL LEVEL ......................................... ... 25
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE ........................... ... 25
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE ................................... ... 25
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ................................. ... 25
Changing Engine Oil ............................................ ... 27
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ... 28
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 28
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 28
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 28

LU-4
[VQ35DE]
PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsABS004SQ
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsABS004SR
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
ST25051001
(J25695-1)
Oil pressure gauge Measuring oil pressure
Maximum measuring range: 2,452 kPa (25
kg-cm
2 , 356 psi)
ST25052000
(J25695-2)
Hose Adapting oil pressure gauge to oil pan (upper)
KV10115801
(J38956)
Oil filter wrench Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)
WS39930000
(—)
Tube presser Pressing tube of liquid gasket
NT050
S-NT559
S-NT375
NT052
Tool name
Description
Power tools Loosening nuts and bolts
Deep socket Removing and installing oil pressure switch
(2WD model)
a: 26 mm (1.02 in)
PBIC0190E
PBIC2072E

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InspectionABS004SU
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting engine, put vehicle horizontally and check the engine oil level. If engine is already started, stop
it and allow 10 minutes before checking.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
2. Insert oil level gauge and make sure the engine oil level is within the range shown in the figure.
3. If it is out of range, adjust it.
NOTE:
When checking the engine oil level, insert oil level gauge with its
tip aligned with oil level gauge guide on cylinder head. (In figure,
air cleaner case and air duct are removed.)
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE

Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination.

If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant.
Repair or replace damaged parts.
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check for engine oil leakage around the following areas:

Oil pans (lower and upper)

Oil pan drain plug

Oil pressure switch

Oil filter

Oil filter bracket (AWD models)

Oil cooler

Water pump cover

Chain tensioner cover

Intake valve timing control cover and intake valve timing control solenoid valve

Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover

Mating surface between front timing chain case and rear timing chain case

Mating surface between rear timing chain case and cylinder head

Mating surface between rear timing chain case and cylinder block.

Mating surface between rear timing chain case and oil pan (upper)

Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
PBIC3101E
KBIA1343E

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a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and the mating surface.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to the specification. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
c. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with running engine.
Changing Engine OilABS004SV
WARNING:

Be careful not to get 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 the engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-7, "
ENGINE
OIL LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop the engine and wait for 10 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-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:

When filling engine oil, do not pull out oil level gauge.

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 the engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop the 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)