2006 INFINITI FX35 transmission

ENGINE ASSEMBLY EM-121
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3. Remove front suspension member mounting nuts. Refer to FSU-6, "FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
4. Carefully lower jack, or raise lift to remove the engine, transmission assembly, transfer, front final drive assembly and front suspension member. When performing work, observe the following caution:
CAUTION:

Confirm there is no interference with the vehicle.

Make sure that all connection points have been disconnected.

Keep in mind the center of the vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support the
vehicle at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off the lift.
Separation Work
1. Install engine slingers into front of cylinder head (right bank) and
rear of cylinder head (left bank).

To protect rocker cover against damage caused by tilting of
engine slinger, insert spacer between cylinder head and
engine rear lower slinger, in direction shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Spacer is a component part of engine rear upper slinger
assembly.
2. Remove power steering oil pump from engine side. Refer to PS-29, "
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP" .
3. Remove engine mounting insulators (RH and LH) under side nuts with power tool.
4. Lift with hoist and separate the engine, the transmission assembly, the transfer assembly and the front final drive assembly from front suspension member.
CAUTION:

Before and during this lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.

Avoid damage to and oil/grease smearing or spills onto engine mounting insulator.
5. Remove alternator. Refer to SC-20, "
CHARGING SYSTEM" .
6. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-8, "
STARTING SYSTEM" .
7. Remove front propeller shaft from the front final drive assembly side. Refer to PR-4, "
FRONT PROPEL-
LER SHAFT" .
8. Separate the engine from the transmission assembly. Refer to AT- 2 6 6 , "
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY" .
9. Remove the front final drive assembly from oil pan (upper). Refer to FFD-13, "
FRONT FINAL DRIVE
ASSEMBLY" .
10. Remove each engine mounting insulator and each engine mounting bracket from the engine with power tool.
11. Remove rear engine mounting member and engine mounting insulator (rear) from the transmission assembly.
12. Remove dynamic damper from the transfer assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal. Slinger bolts:
: 28.0 N·m (2.9 kg-m, 21 ft-lb)
PBIC2061E
KBIA1017E

EM-122
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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45

Do not allow engine mounting insulator to be damage and careful no engine oil gets on it.

For a location with a positioning pin, insert it securely into hole of mating part.

For a part with a specified installation orientation, refer to component figure in EM-118, "Components
(AWD Models)" .

When installing engine mounting bracket (RH and LH) on cylin-
der block, tighten two upper bolts (shown as “A” in the figure)
first. Then tighten two lower bolts (shown as “B” in the figure).

Install engine mounting bracket (RH) (lower) as follows:
–Temporarily tighten mounting bolts (shown as “C”, “D” and “E” in
the figure).
–Tighten mounting bolts to the specified torque with following
mounting surfaces touched.
 Engine mounting bracket (RH) to engine mounting bracket (RH) (lower) (shown as “C” and “D” in figure).
 Front final drive to engine mounting bracket (RH) (lower) (shown as “E” in figure).

Make sure all engine mounting insulators are seated properly,
then tighten mounting nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The following are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid. power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
PBIC3042E
Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —

EM-124
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CYLINDER BLOCK
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45

Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
Disassembly and AssemblyNBS003H6
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the engine assembly from the vehicle, and separate transmission assembly, transfer assembly
(AWD models), front final drive assembly (AWD models) and front suspension member from the engine.
Refer to EM-113, "
ENGINE ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove exhaust manifold. Refer to EM-26, "
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATALYST" .
1. Reinforcement plate 2. Drive plate 3. Rear oil seal retainer
4. Cover 5. Gasket 6. Cylinder block
7. Knock sensor 8. Oil jet 9. Thrust bearing
10. Pilot converter 11. Main bearing 12. Crankshaft
13. Crankshaft key 14. Main bearing cap 15. Main bearing cap bolt
16. Main bearing beam 17. Baffle plate (2WD models) 18. Connecting rod bolt
19. Connecting rod bearing cap 20. Connecting rod bearing 21. Connecting rod
22. Snap ring 23. Piston pin 24. Piston
25. Oil ring 26. Second ring 27. Top ring
A. Refer to EM-129
B. Crankshaft side C. Chamfered
1. Cylinder block 2. Gasket 3. Water connector
4. Gasket 5. Cylinder block heater 6. Connector protector cap
PBIC2614E

CYLINDER BLOCK EM-125
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3. Install engine sub-attachment with engine stand shaft [SST] to right side of cylinder block.

Use a spacer to the engine rear side.
4. Lift the engine, and mount it onto engine stand [SST].

A widely use engine stand can be used.
CAUTION:
Use an engine stand that has a load capacity [approxi-
mately 220 kg (485 lb) or more] large enough for support-
ing the engine weight.
NOTE:
This example is an engine stand for holding at transmission
mounting side with drive plate removed.
5. Drain engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "
Changing Engine Oil" .
SBIA0503E
PBIC2685E
PBIC0085E

EM-184
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EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATALYST
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7. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-174, "DRIVE BELTS" .
8. Remove air fuel ratio sensor 1 and heated oxygen sensor 2 as follows:
a. Disconnect air fuel ratio sensor 1 and heated oxygen sensor 2 harness connectors.
b. Remove air fuel ratio sensor 1 and heated oxygen sensor 2 on both bank with heated oxygen sensor wrench (SST).
CAUTION:

Be careful not to damage air fuel ratio sensor 1 and
heated oxygen sensor 2.

Discard any air fuel ratio sensor 1 and heated oxygen
sensor 2 which have been dropped onto a hard surface
such as a concrete floor; replace with a new one.
9. Remove exhaust mounting bracket between three way catalysts (right and left bank) and transmission. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
10. Disconnect A/C piping from A/C compressor, then remove A/C compressor with power tool. Refer to AT C -
139, "Components" .
11. Remove alternator and bracket. Refer to SC-20, "
CHARGING SYSTEM" .
12. Remove exhaust front tube with power tool. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
13. Remove steering lower joint at power steering gear assembly side, and release steering lower shaft. Refer to PS-17, "
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
14. Remove three way catalysts (right and left bank).
15. Remove exhaust manifold covers. (right and left bank)
PBIC2333E
PBIC2334E

EM-188
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45

Do not spill engine oil on drive belts.
6. Drain engine coolant. Refer to CO-38, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
7. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-174, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
8. Remove auto tensioner of power steering oil pump belt. Refer to EM-176, "
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner and
Idler Pulley" .
9. Remove power steering oil pump with piping connected, and temporarily secure it aside with ropes or equivalent. Refer to PS-29, "
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP" .
10. Remove A/C compressor with piping connected, and temporarily secure it aside with ropes or equivalent. Refer to ATC-139, "
Components" .
11. Remove A/C compressor fitting bolts, and install A/C compressor temporarily on vehicle side with ropes or equivalent.
12. Remove harness of lower side of oil pan.
13. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from transmission. CAUTION:

Handle carefully to avoid dropping and shocks.

Do not disassemble it.

Do not allow metal powder to adhere to magnetic part at sensor tip.

Do not place sensors in a location where they are exposed to magnetism.
14. Install engine slinger and hang engine assembly to secure position. Refer to EM-243, "
ENGINE ASSEM-
BLY" .
15. Remove front suspension member with power tool. Refer to FSU-17, "
FRONT SUSPENSION MEMBER" .
16. Remove front final drive assembly. Refer to FFD-13, "
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY" .
17. Remove oil filter. Refer to LU-28, "
OIL FILTER" .
18. Disconnect oil cooler water hoses, and remove oil cooler water pipe and oil cooler. Refer to LU-29, "
OIL
COOLER" .
19. Remove oil pan as the follows:
a. Remove rear plate cover.
b. Remove transmission joint bolts which pierce oil pan. Refer to AT- 2 6 9 , "
Removal and Installation (AWD
Models)" .
c. Loosen mounting bolts with power tool in reverse order as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Disregard the numerical order No. 11 and 17 in removal.
PBIC0194E

EM-190
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45

Tighten mounting bolts in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure.
NOTE:
Tighten mounting bolts No. 1 and 2 in two steps. The numeri-
cal order No. 11 and 17 shown second steps.

There are three types of mounting bolts. Refer to the following
for locating bolts.
e. Tighten transmission joint bolts. Refer to AT- 2 6 9 , "
Removal and Installation (AWD Models)" .
f. Install rear plate cover.
4. Install oil pan drain plug with new drain plug washer.

Refer to the figure of components of former page for installation direction of drain plug washer. Refer to
EM-187, "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
NOTE:
At least 30 minutes after oil pan is installed, pour engine oil.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check engine oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LU-25, "ENGINE OIL" .
2. Start engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Check engine oil level again. Refer to LU-25, "
ENGINE OIL" .
M6
× 30 mm (1.18 in) : 18, 19
M8 × 100 mm (3.94 in) : 5, 9
M8 × 45 mm (1.77 in) : Except the above
PBIC0194E

EM-214
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TIMING CHAIN
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f. Further tighten by 90 degrees. (Angle tightening)

Check the tightening angle by referencing to the notches. The
angle between two notches is 90 degrees.
15. Rotate crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to confirm it turns smoothly.
16. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step. NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in guide may gen-
erate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this does not indicate an unusualness.
Noise will stop after hydraulic pressure rises.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Inspection for Leaks
The followings are procedures for checking fluids leak, lubricates leak and exhaust gases leak.

Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required
quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS"

Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
–Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel
leakage at connection points.
–Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.

Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids
including engine oil and engine coolant.

Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.

After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the
specified level, if necessary.
Summary of the inspection items:
* Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid. power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
PBIC2346E
Item Before starting engine Engine running After engine stopped
Engine coolant Level Leakage Level
Engine oil Level Leakage Level
Other oils and fluid* Level Leakage Level
Fuel Leakage Leakage Leakage
Exhaust gases — Leakage —