2005 INFINITI FX35 brake rotor

QUICK REFERENCE CHART M35/M45
REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (Unladen*)
ELS0003Y
* : Fuel, engine coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
BRAKEELS0003Z
* : Under force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) with engine running.
REFILL CAPACITIESELS00040
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree)Minimum – 1° 18′ (– 1.30°)
Nominal – 0° 48′ (– 0.80°)
Maximum – 0° 18′ (– 0.30°)
Total toe-inDistance ( A – B ) Minimum 2.4 mm (0.094 in)
Nominal 4.7 mm (0.185 in)
Maximum 7.0 mm (0.276 in)
Angle (left plus right )
Degree minute (Degree)Minimum 0° 05′ (0.08°)
Nominal 0° 10′ (0.17°)
Maximum 0° 15′ (0.25°)
Front brake Pad wear limit 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
Rotor repair limit 26.0 mm (1.024 in)
Rear brake Pad wear limit 2.0 mm (0.079 in)
Rotor repair limit 14.0 mm (0.551 in)
Pedal free height 161.5 - 171.5 mm (6.358 - 6.752 in)
Pedal depressed height* More than 80 mm (3.15 in)
UNITLiter US measure
Fuel tank90 23 - 3/4 gal
Coolant ( With reservoir tank )VQ35DE 8.6 9 - 1/8 qt
VK45DE 10.0 10 - 5/8 qt
Engine(VQ35DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 4.7 5 qt
Without oil filter change 4.4 4 - 5/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5.4 5 - 3/4 qt
Engine(VK45DE)Drain and refill
With oil filter change 6.4 6 - 3/4 qt
Without oil filter change 5.8 6 - 1/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 7.2 7 - 5/8 qt
Transmission A/T 10.3 10 - 7/8 qt
Transfer1.25 2 - 5/8 pt
Differential carrierFront 0.65 1 - 3/8 pt
Rear 1.4 3 pt
Power steering system 1.0 1 - 1/8 qt
Air conditioning systemCompressor oil 0.18 6.0 fl oz
Refrigerant 0.55 kg 1.21 lb
2005

BR-1
BRAKE SYSTEM
F BRAKES
CONTENTS
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BRAKE SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 3
Precautions for Brake System ............................. ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 5
BRAKE PEDAL ..................................................... ..... 6
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ..... 6
PLAY AND CLEARANCE BETWEEN BRAKE
PEDAL AND FLOOR PANEL WITH PEDAL
DEPRESSED ................................................... ..... 6
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. ..... 7
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 7
COMPONENT PARTS LOCATION .................. ..... 7
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 8
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ..... 8
INSTALLATION ................................................ ..... 8
BRAKE FLUID ....................................................... ..... 9
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ..... 9
LEVEL CHECK ................................................ ..... 9
Drain and Refill .................................................... ..... 9
Bleeding Brake System ....................................... ... 10
BRAKE PIPING AND HOSE ................................. ....11
Hydraulic Circuit .................................................. .... 11
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Piping and
Brake Hose ......................................................... .... 11
REMOVAL ........................................................ .... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................ .... 11
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and
Brake Hose ......................................................... ... 12
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12
Inspection After Installation ................................. ... 12
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ............................... ... 13
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ... 13 LEAK INSPECTION .........................................
... 13
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 13
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 13
Components ........................................................ ... 13
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 14
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 14
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 14
BRAKE BOOSTER ................................................ ... 15
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ... 15
OPERATING CHECK ....................................... ... 15
AIRTIGHT CHECK ........................................... ... 15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17
VACUUM LINES .................................................... ... 18
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 18
Inspection ............................................................ ... 18
VISUAL INSPECTION ...................................... ... 18
CHECK VALVE INSPECTION .......................... ... 19
FRONT DISC BRAKE ............................................ ... 20
On-Vehicle Inspection .......................................... ... 20
PAD WEAR INSPECTION ................................ ... 20
Components ........................................................ ... 20
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ............... ... 21
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 21
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly ... 21
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 21
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper
Assembly ............................................................. ... 22
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 22
CALIPER INSPECTION ................................... ... 23
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 23
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION ............................ ... 24
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE .............. ... 25
REAR DISC BRAKE .............................................. ... 26

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On-Vehicle Inspection ..........................................
... 26
PAD WEAR INSPECTION ................................ ... 26
Components ........................................................ ... 26
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ................ ... 27
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 27
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly ... 27
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 27
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 28
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper Assembly .............................................................
... 28
DISASSEMBLY ................................................. ... 28
CALIPER INSPECTION .................................... ... 29
ASSEMBLY ....................................................... ... 29
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION ............................ ... 30
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE .............. ... 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 32
General Specifications ......................................... ... 32
Brake Pedal ......................................................... ... 32
Brake Booster ...................................................... ... 32
Check Valve ......................................................... ... 32
Front Disc Brake .................................................. ... 32
Rear Disc Brake ................................................... ... 32

PRECAUTIONS BR-3
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
AFS0028A
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top CoverAFS0038B
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions for Brake SystemAFS001MQ

Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”.

Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.

To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper and wheel cylinder, use clean brake fluid.

Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.

Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube.

When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.

Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect con-
nectors for ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or battery
terminal.

Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing
drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal
occurs at very low mileage.
Refer to BR-25, "
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE" .
WARNING:

Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe
with a dust collector.
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING BR-5
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartAFS001MS
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
BR-20
,
BR-26
BR-20
, BR-26
BR-20
, BR-26—
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BR-24, BR-30—
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BR-24, BR-31

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NVH in PR section
NHV in RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX and FSU, RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in RAX section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
Drum out of round
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
STEERING
Symptom BRAKE Noise
××× ×× ×××
××
Shake ×××××
××
Shimmy, Judder ××××××× ××× ×

FRONT DISC BRAKE BR-21
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WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:

While removing cylinder body never depress brake pedal because piston will pop out.

It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of caliper assembly. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so as not to stretch
brake hose.

Do not damage piston boot.

If any shim is subject to serious corrosion, replace it with a new one.

Always replace shims and shim covers as a set when replacing brake pads.

Burnish brake contact surface after refinishing or replacing rotors, after replacing pads, or it a soft
pedal occurs at very low mileage. Refer to BR-25, "
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE" .
Removal and Installation of Brake PadAFS001RZ
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove lower sliding pin bolt.
3. Suspend cylinder body with a wire and remove pad and shim from torque member.
INSTALLATION
1. Attach inner shim and shim cover to inner pad, and outer shim to outer pad.
2. Push piston in so that pad is firmly installed and mount cylinder body to torque member.
NOTE:
Using a disc brake piston tool (commercial service tool), etc., makes it easier to push in piston.
CAUTION:
By pushing in piston, brake fluid returns to master cylinder reservoir tank. Watch the level of the
surface of reservoir tank.
3. Attach pat retainer to torque member.
CAUTION:
When attaching pad retainer, attach it firmly so that it does
not float up higher than torque member, as shown in the fig-
ure.
4. Install lower sliding pin bolt and tighten it to the specified torque.
5. Check brake for drag.
6. Attach tires to the vehicle.
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper AssemblyAFS001S0
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Drain brake fluid. Refer to BR-9, "
Drain and Refill" .
3. Remove union bolts and torque member bolts, and remove brake caliper assembly from the vehicle.
4. Remove disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:

Refill with new brake fluid “DOT3”.
2: PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease or silicone-based grease
3: Polyglycol ether based lubricant
: Brake fluid
PFIA0273E

BR-22
FRONT DISC BRAKE
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Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install disc rotor.
2. Install caliper assembly to the vehicle, and tighten bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
When attaching caliper assembly to the vehicle, wipe any
oil off knuckle spindle, washers and caliper assembly
attachment surfaces.
3. Install brake hose to brake caliper assembly, and tighten union bolt to the specified torque.
CAUTION:

Do not reuse copper washers for union bolt.

Attach brake hose to caliper assembly together with
union bolt and washers.
4. Refill new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake System" .
5. Attach tires to the vehicle.
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper AssemblyAFS001S1
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove sliding pin bolt, and then remove the pad, shim, shim cover, and pad retainer from the torque member.
2. Remove sliding pins and sliding pin boots from torque member.
3. Place a wooden block as shown in the figure, and blow air from union bolt mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
CAUTION:
Do not get your fingers caught in piston.
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
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2. Apply brake fluid to piston, rubber grease to piston boot, then
install piston boot in to piston groove.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston boot.
3. Insert into cylinder body by hand and insert piston boot piston-side lip into piston groove. CAUTION:
Press piston evenly and vary the pressing point to prevent cylinder inner wall from being rubbed.
4. Install sliding pins and sliding pin boots to torque member.
5. Attach inner shim and inner shim cover to inner pad, and attach the outer shim to the outer pad.
6. Install cylinder body. Tighten sliding pin bolt to the specified torque.
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION
Visual Inspection
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. If any of them is detected, replace
applicable part.
Runout Inspection
1. Using wheel nuts, fix disc rotor to wheel hub. (2 or more positions)
2. Inspect runout using a dial gauge. [Measured at 10 mm (0.39 in) inside the disc edge.]
NOTE:
Make sure that wheel bearing axial end play is within the specifi-
cations before measuring runout. Refer to FAX-4, "
On-Vehicle
Inspection and Service" .
3. If runout is outside the limit, find the minimum runout point by shifting mounting positions of disc rotor and wheel hub by one hole.
4. If runout is still out of specification, turn rotor with on-car brake lathe. (“MAD DL-8700”, “AMMCO 700 and 705” or equivalent.)
Thickness Inspection
Using a micrometer, check thickness of disc rotor. If thickness is out-
side the standard, replace disc rotor.
SFIA2279E
Runout limit
(with the disc rotor attached to
the vehicle) : 0.04 mm (0.0016 in)
Runout limit
(just the disc rotor) : 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
BRA0013D
Standard thickness : 28.0 mm (1.102 in)
Repair limit thickness : 26.0 mm (1.024 in)
Maximum uneven wear
(measured at 8 positions) : 0.015 mm (0.0006 in)
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