2006 INFINITI FX35 engine

VARIABLE INDUCTION AIR CONTROL SYSTEM (VIAS) EC-1357
[VK45DE]
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4. CHECK VACUUM HOSE
1. Stop engine.
2. Check hoses and tubes between intake manifold and power valve actuator for crack, clogging, improper connection or dis-
connection. Refer to EC-768, "
Vacuum Hose Drawing" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair hoses or tubes.
5. CHECK VACUUM TANK
Refer to EC-1358, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace vacuum tank.
6. CHECK VIAS CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect VIAS control solenoid valve (1) harness connector.
–Vacuum tank (2)
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between VIAS control solenoid valve terminal 1 and ground with CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> GO TO 7.
SEF109L
PBIB3236E
Voltage: Battery voltage
PBIB0173E

EC-1362
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Fuel PressureNBS004I1
Idle Speed and Ignition TimingNBS004I2
*: Under the following conditions:

Air conditioner switch: OFF

Electric load: OFF (Lights, heater fan & rear window defogger)

Steering wheel: Kept in straight-ahead position
Calculated Load ValueNBS004I3
Mass Air Flow SensorNBS004I4
*: Engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature and running under no load.
Intake Air Temperature SensorNBS004I5
Engine Coolant Temperature SensorNBS004I6
Fuel Tank Temperature SensorNBS004I7
Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)NBS004I8
Refer to EC-1036, "Component Inspection" .
Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE)NBS004I9
Refer to EC-1043, "Component Inspection" .
A/F Sensor 1 HeaterNBS004LW
Fuel pressure at idling kPa (kg/cm2 , psi) Approximately 350 (3.57, 51)
Target idle speed No load* (in P or N position) 650
±50 rpm
Air conditioner: ON In P or N position 700 rpm or more
Ignition timing In P or N position 12 ° ± 5 ° BTDC
Condition Calculated load value% (Using CONSULT-II or GST)
At idle 14.0 - 33.0
At 2,500 rpm 12.0 - 25.0
Supply voltageBattery voltage (11 - 14V)
Output voltage at idle 1.0 - 1.3V*
Mass air flow (Using CONSULT-II or GST) 2.0 - 6.0 g·m/sec at idle*
7.0 - 20.0 g·m/sec at 2,500 rpm*
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
25 (77) 1.800 - 2.200
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
Resistance [at 25°C (77 °F)] 2.3 - 4.3 Ω

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsNIS001TI
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNIS001TJ
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
(J-39570)
Chassis ear Locationg the noise
(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rattle
Kit Repairing the cause of noise
SIIA0993E
SIIA0994E
Tool name
Description
Engine ear Locating the noise
Power tool
SIIA0995E
PIIB1407E

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool (Chassis Ear: J-39570,Engine Ear and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to EI-7, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 × 135 mm (3.94 × 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 × 85 mm (2.36 × 3.35 in)/76884-71L02:15 ×
25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50
× 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun-visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted under-hood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

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ENGINE MECHANICAL
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PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect ..................................... ..... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ............................ ..... 5
Precautions for Drain Engine Coolant and Engine
Oil ........................................................................ ..... 5
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel Piping ......... ..... 5
Precautions for Removal and Disassembly ........ ..... 5
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment .................................................................... ..... 5
Precautions for Assembly and Installation .......... ..... 6
Precautions for Angle Tightening ........................ ..... 6
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. ..... 6
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING ..... ..... 6
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 6
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 8
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 8
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ... 10
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ... 13
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise ............... ... 13
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. .................................................. ... 14
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................ ... 15
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ... 15
Tension Adjustment ............................................. ... 15
ALTERNATOR AND POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP BELT ..................................................... ... 16
A/C COMPRESSOR BELT .............................. ... 16
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................ ... 17
Components ........................................................ ... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 17 INSTALLATION ................................................
... 18
Changing Air Cleaner Filter ................................. ... 18
INSPECTION ................................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 18
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR ....................... ... 19
Components ........................................................ ... 19
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 22
INTAKE MANIFOLD .............................................. ... 24
Components ........................................................ ... 24
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 24
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 24
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 25
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATA-
LYST ....................................................................... ... 26
Components ........................................................ ... 26
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 26
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 28
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 28
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .............................. ... 30
Components (2WD Models) ................................ ... 30
Removal and Installation (2WD Models) ............. ... 30
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 30
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 32
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 35
Components (AWD Models) ................................ ... 35
Removal and Installation (AWD Models) ............. ... 36
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 36
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 38
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 38
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 41

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IGNITION COIL ......................................................
... 42
Components ........................................................ ... 42
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 42
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 42
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 42
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE) .......... ... 43
Components ........................................................ ... 43
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 43
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 43
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... ... 43
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 44
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ..................... ... 45
Components ........................................................ ... 45
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 45
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 45
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 47
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 50
ROCKER COVER .................................................. ... 51
Components ........................................................ ... 51
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 51
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 51
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 52
FRONT TIMING CHAIN CASE .............................. ... 54
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 54
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 54
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 58
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 63
TIMING CHAIN ....................................................... ... 64
Components ........................................................ ... 64
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 65
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 65
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... ... 72
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 72
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 82
CAMSHAFT ............................................................ ... 83
Components ........................................................ ... 83
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 84
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 84
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... ... 85
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 88
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 92
Valve Clearance ................................................... ... 93
INSPECTION .................................................... ... 93
ADJUSTMENT ................................................. ... 96
OIL SEAL ............................................................... ... 98
Removal and Installation of Valve Oil Seal .......... ... 98
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 98
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 98
Removal and Installation of Front Oil Seal .......... ... 99
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 99
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 99
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal ........... ... 99
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 99
INSTALLATION ................................................. .100
CYLINDER HEAD .................................................. .101
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. .101
CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE ...... .101
Components ........................................................ .102 Removal and Installation ......................................
.102
REMOVAL ......................................................... .102
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... .103
INSTALLATION ................................................. .104
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .105
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .106
DISASSEMBLY ................................................. .106
ASSEMBLY ....................................................... .107
Inspection After Disassembly ............................... .108
VALVE DIMENSIONS ....................................... .108
VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE ........................... .108
VALVE GUIDE REPLACEMENT ...................... .109
VALVE SEAT CONTACT ................................... .110
VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT ......................... .110
VALVE SPRING SQUARENESS ...................... . 111
VALVE SPRING DIMENSIONS AND VALVE
SPRING PRESSURE LOAD ............................. .112
ENGINE ASSEMBLY .............................................. .113
Components (2WD Models) ................................. .113
Removal and Installation (2WD Models) .............. .113
REMOVAL ......................................................... .114
INSTALLATION ................................................. .116
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .117
Components (AWD Models) ................................ .118
Removal and Installation (AWD Models) ............. .118
REMOVAL ......................................................... .119
INSTALLATION ................................................. .121
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .122
CYLINDER BLOCK ................................................ .123
Components ......................................................... .123
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .124
DISASSEMBLY ................................................. .124
ASSEMBLY ....................................................... .129
How to Select Piston and Bearing ....................... .136
DESCRIPTION ................................................. .136
HOW TO SELECT PISTON .............................. .136
HOW TO SELECT CONNECTING ROD BEAR-
ING .................................................................... .137
HOW TO SELECT MAIN BEARING ................. .138
Inspection After Disassembly ............................... .141
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY ............................... .141
CONNECTING ROD SIDE CLEARANCE ........ .141
PISTON TO PISTON PIN OIL CLEARANCE .... .141
PISTON RING SIDE CLEARANCE .................. .142
PISTON RING END GAP ................................. .142
CONNECTING ROD BEND AND TORSION .... .143
CONNECTING ROD BIG END DIAMETER ..... .143
CONNECTING ROD BUSHING OIL CLEAR-
ANCE ................................................................ .143
CYLINDER BLOCK DISTORTION ................... .144
MAIN BEARING HOUSING INNER DIAMETER .145
PISTON TO CYLINDER BORE CLEARANCE . .145
CRANKSHAFT MAIN JOURNAL DIAMETER .. .146
CRANKSHAFT PIN JOURNAL DIAMETER ..... .147
CRANKSHAFT OUT-OF-ROUND AND TAPER .147
CRANKSHAFT RUNOUT ................................. .147
CONNECTING ROD BEARING OIL CLEAR-

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MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE ................. . 148
MAIN BEARING CRUSH HEIGHT ................... . 149
CONNECTING ROD BEARING CRUSH
HEIGHT ............................................................ . 149
MAIN BEARING CAP BOLT OUTER DIAMETER . 149
CONNECTING ROD BOLT OUTER DIAMETER . 150
DRIVE PLATE .................................................. . 150
OIL JET ............................................................ . 150
OIL JET RELIEF VALVE .................................. . 150
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... . 151
Standard and Limit .............................................. . 151
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................... . 151
DRIVE BELT .................................................... . 152
INTAKE MANIFOLD COLLECTOR, INTAKE
MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD ........ . 152
SPARK PLUG .................................................. . 152
CAMSHAFT AND CAMSHAFT BEARING ....... . 153
CYLINDER HEAD ............................................ . 155
CYLINDER BLOCK .......................................... . 158
PISTON, PISTON RING AND PISTON PIN ..... . 159
CONNECTING ROD ........................................ . 160
CRANKSHAFT ................................................. . 161
MAIN BEARING ............................................... . 162
CONNECTING ROD BEARING ....................... . 163
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PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... . 164
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect ..................................... . 164
OPERATION PROCEDURE ............................ . 164
Precautions for Drain Engine Coolant and Engine
Oil ........................................................................ . 164
Precautions for Disconnecting Fuel Piping ......... . 164
Precautions for Removal and Disassembly ........ . 164
Precautions for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment .................................................................... . 164
Precautions for Assembly and Installation .......... . 164
Parts Requiring Angle Tightening ........................ . 165
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. . 165
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING ..... . 165
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE . 165
PREPARATION ...................................................... . 167
Special Service Tools .......................................... . 167
Commercial Service Tools ................................... . 169
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... . 171
NVH Troubleshooting — Engine Noise ............... . 171
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom. .................................................. . 172
ENGINE ROOM COVER ....................................... . 173
Components ........................................................ . 173
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 173
REMOVAL ........................................................ . 173
INSTALLATION ................................................ . 173
DRIVE BELTS ........................................................ . 174
Components ........................................................ . 174 Checking Drive Belts ...........................................
.174
Tension Adjustment ............................................. .174
Removal and Installation ..................................... .174
REMOVAL ........................................................ .174
INSTALLATION ................................................ .175
Components ........................................................ .176
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner and Idler Pulley .......... .176
REMOVAL ........................................................ .176
INSTALLATION ................................................ .176
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT ............................ .177
Components ........................................................ .177
Removal and Installation ..................................... .177
REMOVAL ........................................................ .177
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .178
INSTALLATION ................................................ .178
Changing Air Cleaner Filter ................................. .178
REMOVAL ........................................................ .178
INSTALLATION ................................................ .178
INTAKE MANIFOLD .............................................. .179
Components ........................................................ .179
Removal and Installation ..................................... .180
REMOVAL ........................................................ .180
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .182
INSTALLATION ................................................ .182
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .182
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATA-
LYST ....................................................................... .183
Components ........................................................ .183
Removal and Installation ..................................... .183
REMOVAL ........................................................ .183
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .185
INSTALLATION ................................................ .185
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .............................. .187
Components ........................................................ .187
Removal and Installation ..................................... .187
REMOVAL ........................................................ .187
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .189
INSTALLATION ................................................ .189
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .190
IGNITION COIL ...................................................... .191
Components ........................................................ .191
Removal and Installation ..................................... .191
REMOVAL ........................................................ .191
INSTALLATION ................................................ .191
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE) .......... .192
Components ........................................................ .192
Removal and Installation ..................................... .192
REMOVAL ........................................................ .192
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .192
INSTALLATION ................................................ .193
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ..................... .194
Components ........................................................ .194
Removal and Installation ..................................... .194
REMOVAL ........................................................ .194
INSTALLATION ................................................ .196
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. .198