2006 INFINITI FX35 exh

EM-208
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TIMING CHAIN
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Timing Chain
Check for cracks and any excessive wear at link plates and roller
links of timing chain. Replace timing chain as necessary.
INSTALLATION
NOTE:

The above figure shows the relationship between the mating mark on each timing chain and that on the
corresponding sprocket, with the components installed.

Parts with an identification mark (R or L) should be installed on the corresponding bank according to the
mark.
Parts with an identification mark:
–Camshaft sprocket (INT)
–Dowel pin groove of camshaft sprocket (EXH) (camshaft sprocket is same part both banks)
–Chain tension guide
–Chain slack guide

To install timing chain and related parts, start with those on right bank. The procedure for installing parts
on left bank is omitted because it is the same as that for installation on right bank.
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TIMING CHAIN EM-209
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1. Make sure that crankshaft key and dowel pin of each camshaft are located as shown in the figure. (No. 1 cylinder at compres-
sion TDC)
NOTE:
Though camshaft does not stop at the position as shown in the
figure, for the placement of cam nose, it is generally accepted
camshaft is placed for the same direction of the figure.
2. Install camshaft sprockets.

Install onto correct side by checking with identification mark
on surface.

Install camshaft sprocket (EXH) by selectively using the
groove of dowel pin according to the bank. (Common part
used for both banks.)

Lock the hexagonal part of camshaft in the same procedure
as for removal, and tighten mounting bolts.
3. Install crankshaft sprockets for both banks.

Install each crankshaft sprocket so that its flange side (the
larger diameter side without teeth) faces in the direction
shown in the figure.
NOTE:
The same parts are used but facing directions are different. Camshaft dowel pin
: At cylinder head upper face side in each bank
Crankshaft key : At cylinder head side of left bank
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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 —

CAMSHAFT EM-215
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CAMSHAFTPFP:13001
ComponentsNBS003ID

Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS003IE
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle. Refer to EM-243, "ENGINE ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove timing chain. Refer to EM-203, "
TIMING CHAIN" .
1. Cylinder head (right bank) 2. Camshaft bracket (No. 2 to 5) 3. Adjusting shim
4. Valve lifter 5. Camshaft bracket (No. 1) 6. Seal washer
7. Camshaft (EXH) 8. Camshaft sprocket (EXH) 9. Camshaft sprocket (INT)
10. Camshaft (INT) 11. Cylinder head (left bank) 12. Adjusting shim
13. Valve lifter 14. Camshaft (INT) 15. Camshaft sprocket (INT)
16. Camshaft sprocket (EXH) 17. Camshaft (EXH) 18. Camshaft bracket (No. 1)
19. Seal washer 20. Camshaft bracket (No. 2 to 5) 21. Camshaft bracket (No. 6)
22. Harness bracket 23. Harness bracket
A. Refer to EM-219
.
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EM-216
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CAMSHAFT
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3. With hexagonal part of camshaft locked with wrench, loosen bolts securing camshaft sprocket to remove camshaft sprocket.
CAUTION:

Do not loosen mounting bolts with securing anything
other than the camshaft hexagonal portion or with ten-
sioning the timing chain.

After removing timing chain, do not turn crankshaft and
camshaft separately, or valves will strike the piston head.
4. Remove intake and exhaust camshaft brackets.

Mark camshafts, camshaft brackets and bolts so placed in the same position and direction for installa-
tion.

Equally loosen camshaft brackets and bolts in several steps in
reverse order as shown in the figure.

Lightly tapping with plastic hammer, remove camshaft bracket
(No. 1) and camshaft bracket (No. 6).
NOTE:
The bottom surface of each bracket will be stuck to cylinder
head because of liquid gasket.
5. Remove camshaft.
6. Remove adjusting shim and valve lifter if necessary.

Identify installation positions, and store them without mixing them up.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V-block on precise flat table, and support No. 2 and 5 journal of camshaft.
CAUTION:
Do not support journal No. 1 (on the side of camshaft
sprocket) because it has a different diameter from the other
four locations.
2. Set dial indicator vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn camshaft to one direction with hands, and measure the camshaft runout on dial indicator. (Total indicator reading)
4. If it exceeds the limit, replace camshaft.
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Limit : 0.02 mm (0.001 in)PBIC2499E

CAMSHAFT EM-217
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Camshaft Cam Height
1. Measure the camshaft cam height with micrometer.
2. If wear exceeds the limit, replace camshaft.
Camshaft Journal Oil Clearance
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL DIAMETER

Measure the outer diameter of camshaft journal with microme-
ter.
CAMSHAFT BRACKET INNER DIAMETER

Tighten camshaft bracket bolt with the specified torque. Refer to EM-219, "INSTALLATION" for the tight-
ening procedure.

Measure the inner diameter “A” of camshaft bracket with bore
gauge.
CAMSHAFT JOURNAL OIL CLEARANCE

(Oil clearance) = (Camshaft bracket inner diameter) – (Camshaft journal diameter).

If the calculated value out of the standard, replace either or both camshaft and cylinder head.
NOTE:
Camshaft bracket cannot be replaced as a single part, because it is machined together with cylinder head.
Replace whole cylinder head assembly. Standard cam height
Intake : 44.865 - 45.055 mm (1.7663 - 1.7738 in)
Exhaust : 43.925 - 44.115 mm (1.7293 - 1.7368 in)
Cam wear limit : 0.2 mm (0.008 in)
PBIC0039E
Standard:No. 1 : 25.938 - 25.955 mm (1.0212 - 1.0218 in)
No. 2, 3, 4 : 25.953 - 25.970 mm (1.0218 - 1.0224 in)
PBIC0040E
Standard: 26.000 - 26.021 mm (1.0236 - 1.0244 in)
PBIC1645E
Standard:No. 1 : 0.045 - 0.083 mm (0.0018 - 0.0033 in)
No. 2, 3, 4 : 0.030 - 0.068 mm (0.0012 - 0.0027 in)

CAMSHAFT EM-219
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Valve Lifter Clearance
VALVE LIFTER OUTER DIAMETER

Measure the outer diameter of valve lifter with micrometer.
VALVE LIFTER HOLE DIAMETER

Measure the inner diameter of valve lifter hole of cylinder head
with inside micrometer.
VALVE LIFTER CLEARANCE

(Valve lifter clearance) = (Valve lifter hole diameter) – (Valve lifter outer diameter)

If the calculated value is out of the standard, referring to each standard of valve lifter outer diameter and
valve lifter hole diameter, replace either or both valve lifter and cylinder head.
INSTALLATION
1. Install valve lifters and adjusting shims if removed.

Install it in the original position.
2. Install camshafts.

Follow your identification marks made during removal, or fol-
low the identification marks that are present on new cam-
shafts for proper placement and direction. Standard : 33.965 - 33.975 mm (1.3372 - 1.3376 in)
SEM961E
Standard : 34.000 - 34.016 mm (1.3386 - 1.3392 in)
SEM867E
Standard : 0.025 - 0.51 mm (0.0010 - 0.0200 in)
Bank INT/EXH
Identification
rib Paint marks
Identification
mark
M1 M2
RH INT Yes White No RH
EXH Yes No White RH
LH INT No White No LH
EXH No No White LH
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EM-220
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CAMSHAFT
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45

Install camshaft so that dowel pin on front end face are posi-
tioned as shown in the figure. (No. 1 cylinder TDC on its com-
pression stroke)
NOTE:
Though camshaft does not stop at the position as shown in
the figure, for the placement of cam nose, it is generally
accepted camshaft is placed for the same direction of the fig-
ure.
3. Install camshaft brackets.

Remove foreign material completely from camshaft bracket
backside and from cylinder head installation face.

Install by referring to installation location mark on upper sur-
face and front mark.

Install so that installation location mark can be correctly read
when viewed from the side of left exhaust bank.

Apply liquid gasket to mating surface of camshaft bracket (No.
1) as shown in the figure.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS".
CAUTION:

After installation, be sure to wipe off any excessive liq-
uid gasket leaking from part “A” and “B” (both on right
and left sides).

Remove completely any excess of liquid gasket inside
bracket.

Apply liquid gasket to mating surface of camshaft bracket (No.
6) on left bank intake as shown in the figure.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS".
CAUTION:

After installation, be sure to wipe off any excessive liq-
uid gasket leaking from part “A” and “B” (both on right
and left sides).

Remove completely any excess of liquid gasket inside
bracket.
Camshaft dowel pin
: At cylinder head upper face side in each bank
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