2006 INFINITI FX35 clutch

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ATC-91
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Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
*1 ATC-53, "FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 4 to 6. *2
ATC-71, "
Air Mix Door Motor Circuit"*3ATC-94, "Test Reading"
*4 ATC-58, "AUXILIARY MECHA-
NISM: TEMPERATURE SETTING
TRIMMER"
*5ATC-53, "FUNCTION CONFIRMA-
TION PROCEDURE", see No. 13. *6
ATC-64, "
LAN System Circuit"
*7 ATC-77, "Blower Motor Circuit"*8ATC-82, "Magnet Clutch Circuit"*9ATC-92, "PERFORMANCE TEST
DIAGNOSIS"
*10 ATC-60, "Operational Check"*11AT C - 7 , "CONTAMINATED REFRIG-
ERANT"
*12EM-15, "Checking Drive Belts"
(VQ35DE) or EM-174, "
Checking
Drive Belts" (VK45DE)
*13 EC-497, "
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION"
(VQ35DE) or EC-1171, "
SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION" (VK45DE)

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ATC-93
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Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
*1 ATC-142, "Removal and Installation
of Compressor Clutch"
*2ATC-77, "Blower Motor Circuit"*3 EM-15, "Checking Drive Belts"
(VQ35DE) or EM-174, "
Checking
Drive Belts" (VK45DE)
SJIA1642E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ATC-101
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AT C
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Self-diagnosisNJS000ED
SYMPTOM: Self-diagnosis cannot be performed.
INSPECTION FLOW
*1 Compressor Clutch, ATC-142,
"REMOVAL"
*2 Compressor Clutch, ATC-144,
"INSTALLATION"
*3AT C - 2 7 , "Maintenance of Lubricant
Quantity in Compressor"
*4AT C - 6 0 , "Operational Check"*5EM-15, "Checking Drive Belts"
(VQ35DE) or EM-174, "
Checking
Drive Belts" (VK45DE)
*1 AT C - 6 0 , "
Operational Check"*2ATC-62, "Power Supply and Ground
Circuit for Auto Amp."
*3 AT C - 4 1 , "SYMPTOM TABLE"
SJIA1594E

ATC-142
REFRIGERANT LINES
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
9. Disconnect compressor (ECV) connector.
10. Remove mounting bolts from compressor, using power tools.
11. Remove compressor downward of the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Installation is basically the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:

Replace O-rings of low-pressure flexible hose, high-pressure pipe and high-pressure flexible hose
with new ones, and then apply compressor oil to it when installing it.

When recharging refrigerant, check for leaks.
Removal and Installation of Compressor ClutchNJS000F3
REMOVAL
Overhaul
1. When removing center bolt, hold clutch disc with a clutch disc wrench (SST).
2. Remove clutch disc using a clutch disc puller (SST).
RJIA2061E
RJIA2060E
RHA136EB
RHA399F

ATC-144
REFRIGERANT LINES
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Inspection
Clutch disc
If the contact surface shows signs of damage due to excessive heat,
replace clutch disc and pulley.
Pulley
Check appearance of pulley assembly. If contact surface of pulley
shows signs of excessive grooving, replace clutch disc and pulley.
Contact surfaces of pulley assembly should be cleaned with a suit-
able solvent before reinstallation.
Coil
Check coil for loose connection or cracked insulation.
INSTALLATION
1. Install field coil. Be sure to align coil’s pin with hole in compressor’s front head.
2. Install field coil harness clip using a screwdriver.
3. Install pulley assembly using pulley installer (SST) and a hand press, and then install snap ring using snap ring pliers.
4. Install clutch disc on drive shaft, together with original shim(s). Press clutch disc down by hand.
RHA126F
RHA142E
RHA143EA
RHA127F

REFRIGERANT LINES ATC-145
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Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
5. Using holder to prevent clutch disc rotation. After tightening bolt, make sure pulley rotates smoothly.
6. Check clearance around entire periphery of clutch disc. If specified clearance is not obtained, replace adjusting spacer
and readjust.
Break-in Operation
When replacing compressor clutch assembly, always carry out break-in operation. This is done by engaging
and disengaging clutch about thirty-times. Break-in operation raises the level of transmitted torque. : 14 N·m (1.4 kg-m, 10 ft-lb)
RHA086E
Disc to pulley clear-
ance : 0.25 - 0.6 mm (0.010 - 0.024 in)
RJIA0965E

BL-8
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
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 only be eliminated
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 BL-9, "
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)

EI-6
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
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)