2005 INFINITI FX35 cooling

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COOLING SYSTEM
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System ChartABS006JH
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ENGINE COOLANT CO-37
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InspectionABS006JI
LEVEL CHECK

Check if the reservoir tank engine coolant level is within the
“MIN” to “MAX” when engine is cool.

Adjust the engine coolant level as necessary.
LEAK CHECK

To check for leaks, apply pressure to the cooling system with
radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap
tester adapter (SST).
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious
burns could occur from high-pressure engine coolant
escaping from thermostat housing.
CAUTION:
Higher testing pressure than specified may cause radiator
damage.
NOTE:
In a case engine coolant decreases, replenish radiator with engine coolant.

If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Engine CoolantABS006JJ
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, do not change engine coolant when engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around radiator cap and carefully remove radiator cap. First, turn radiator cap a
quarter of a turn to release built-up pressure. Then turn radiator cap all the way.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Remove grommet from engine front undercover.
SMA412B
Testing pressure : 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm2 , 23 psi)
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CO-38
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ENGINE COOLANT
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2. Open radiator drain plug at the bottom of radiator, and then
remove radiator cap.
When draining all of engine coolant in the system, open water drain plugs on cylinder block. Refer
to EM-246, "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Remove reservoir tank as necessary, and drain engine coolant and clean reservoir tank before installing.
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-39, "
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM" .
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 water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-249,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Make sure that each hose clamp has been firmly tightened.
3. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
4. 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" .
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Radiator drain plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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Engine coolant capacity
(With reservoir tank at “MAX” level):
Approx. 10.0 (10-5/8 US qt, 8-3/4 Imp qt)

ENGINE COOLANT CO-39
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When engine coolant overflows air relief hole on heater hose,
install air relief plug.
5. Install radiator cap.
6. Warm up until opening thermostat. Standard for warming-up time is approximately 10 minutes at 3,000 rpm.

Make sure thermostat opening condition by touching radiator hose (lower) to see a flow of warm water.
CAUTION:
Watch water temperature gauge so as not to overheat engine.
7. 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.
8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 two or more times with radiator cap installed until engine coolant level no longer drops.
10. Check cooling system for leaks with engine running.
11. Warm up engine, and check for sound of engine coolant flow while running engine from idle up to 3,000 rpm with heater temperature controller set at several position between “COOL” and “WARM”.

Sound may be noticeable at heater unit.
12. Repeat step 11 three times.
13. If sound is heard, bleed air from cooling system by repeating steps 4 through 7 until engine coolant level no longer drops.
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM
1. Install reservoir tank, and radiator drain plug.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new O-ring.
If water drain plugs on cylinder block are removed, close and tighten them. Refer to EM-249,
"ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove air relief plug on heater hose.
3. Fill thermostat housing with water until water spills from the air relief hole, then close air relief plug. Fill thermostat housing and reservoir tank with water and reinstall radiator cap.
4. Run engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature. Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity
(At “MAX” level):
0.8 (7/8 US qt, 3/4 lmp qt)
SMA412B
Radiator drain plug:
: 1.19 N·m (0.12 kg-m, 11 in-lb)
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CO-44
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RADIATOR
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CAUTION:
When installing a radiator cap, thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue
or foreign material.
Checking RadiatorABS008FZ
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows:
CAUTION:

Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.

When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radi-
ator shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from
entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surface once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.

Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8
in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.

COOLING FAN CO-49
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REMOVAL
1. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-176, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
2. Remove engine front undercover with power tool.
3. Remove radiator shroud (lower). Refer to CO-41, "
RADIATOR" .
4. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-173, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
5. Remove fan coupling and cooling fan assembly. CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch radiator core when removing.
6. Remove cooling fan from fan coupling.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Fan Coupling
Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions.

If anything is found, replace fan coupling.
Cooling Fan
Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.

If anything is found, replace cooling fan.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, install in the reverse order of removal.

Install cooling fan with its front mark “F” facing front of vehicle. Refer to CO-49, "Removal and Installation
(Crankshaft Driven Type)" .
1. Cooling fan 2. Fan coupling 3. Fan pulley
4. Water pump
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COOLING FAN
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Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type)ABS006JU
REMOVAL
1. Remove front grille. Refer to EI-22, "FRONT GRILLE" .
2. Disconnect harness connector from fan motor.
3. Remove cooling fan assembly. CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch A/C condenser when removed.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Cooling fan is controlled by ECM. For details. Refer to EC-1213, "DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPER-
ATURE" .
Disassembly and Assembly (Motor Driven Type)ABS00A3O
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove cooling fan from fan motor.
2. Remove fan motor from fan grille.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Cooling Fan
Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.

If anything is found, replace cooling fan.
ASSEMBLY
Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1. Cooling fan 2. Fan grille 3. Fan motor
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WATER PUMP CO-51
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Removal and InstallationABS006JO
CAUTION:

When removing water pump, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belts.

Water pump can not be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using radiator
cap tester (commercial service tool) and radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-
A)].
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-37, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-246, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove following parts:

Engine front undercover

Air duct (inlet); Refer to EM-176, "AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .

Alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt; Refer to EM-173, "DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Remove fan coupling with cooling fan, and then water pump pulley.
4. Remove water pump.

Engine coolant will leak from cylinder block, so have a receptacle ready under vehicle.
CAUTION:

Handle the water pump vane so that it does not contact any other parts.

Do not disassemble water pump.
1. Water pump pulley 2. Water pump 3. Gasket
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