2006 INFINITI FX35 removal

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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NIS001U7
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.
PrecautionsNIS001U8

Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

Disconnect air bag system line in advance.

Never tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.

Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.

When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, which
may get in the way with cloth.

When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, protect parts by wrapping them with vinyl or tape.

Keep removed parts protected with cloth.

If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.

If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.

Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.

After re-assembly has been completed, make sure each part functions correctly.

Remove stains in the following way.
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain:
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3% or less), dip the cloth, then clean off the stain
with the cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then clean off the detergent completely.
Then wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.

Do not use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine.

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845 - 71L00 : 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur.Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370 - 4B000 : 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad / 68239-13E00 : 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll The following
materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingNIS001UC
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J43980) to repair the noise.

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Removal and InstallationNIS001UF
WORK STEP
When removing instrument panel and pad, combination meter, display unit and audio unit, center console take
steps in the order shown by the numbers below.
CAUTION:

Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

Disconnect air bag system line in advance.

Never temper with air bag lid or force air bag lid to open, as this may adversely affect air bag per-
formance.

Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
[ ]: Number indicates step in removal procedures. 1. Front defroster grille (RH) 2. Instrument panel and pad 3. Front defroster grille (LH)
4. Combination meter assembly 5. Steering lock escutcheon 6. Side ventilation (LH)
7. Display unit and audio unit 8. Wiper and washer switch 9. Rubber
10. Lighting and turn signal switch 11. Combination meter bracket 12. Cluster lid C
13. Steering column upper cover 14. Steering column lower cover 15. Steering column front lower cover
16. Instrument side panel (LH) 17. Instrument clock finisher assembly 18. A/T console finisher assembly
19. Instrument driver lower panel 20. Center console 21. Instrument side panel (RH)
22. Instrument lower cover 23. Instrument passenger lower panel 24. Side ventilation (RH) metal clip clip pawl
Parts Reference
page Instrument
panel and pad Combination
meter Display unit and
audio unit Center console
(A) Front kicking plate (RH/LH) EI-39
[ 1 ] [ 1 ]
(B) Dash side finisher (RH/LH) EI-38
[ 2 ] [ 2 ]
(C) Front pillar garnish (RH/LH) EI-39
[ 3 ]
(D) A/T select lever knob AT- 2 2 9
[ 4 ] [ 1 ]
(E) Instrument clock finisher assembly IP-12
[ 5 ] [ 2 ]
(F) A/T console finisher assembly IP-12
[ 6 ] [ 3 ]
(G) Instrument side panel (RH/LH) IP-12
[ 7 ] [ 4 ]
(H) Center console IP-12
[ 8 ] [ 5 ]
(I) Instrument lower cover IP-13
[ 9 ]
(J) Instrument passenger lower panel IP-13
[10]
(K) Instrument driver lower panel IP-13
[11] [ 3 ]
(L) Steering column front lower cover IP-13
[12] [ 4 ]
(M) Steering column lower cover IP-13
[13] [ 5 ]
(N) Steering column upper cover IP-14
[14] [ 6 ]
(O) Wiper and washer switch IP-14
[15] [ 7 ]
(P) Lighting and turn signal switch IP-14
[16] [ 8 ]
(Q) Steering lock escutcheon IP-14
[17] [ 9 ]
(R) Combination meter assembly IP-14
[18] [10]
(S) Cluster lid C IP-14
[19] [ 1 ]
(T) Display unit and audio unit IP-15
[20] [ 2 ]
(U) Front defroster grille (RH/LH) IP-15
[21]
(V) Combination meter bracket IP-15
[22]
(W) Side ventilation (RH/LH) IP-15
[23]
(X) Instrument panel and pad IP-15
[24]

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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
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REMOVAL
(A) Front Kicking Plate (RH/LH)
Remove front kicking plate (RH/LH). Refer to EI-37, "BODY SIDE TRIM" .
(B) Dash Side Finisher (RH/LH)
1. Remove plastics nut.
2. Remove dash side finisher (RH/LH). Refer to EI-37, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
(C) Front Pillar Garnish (RH/LH)
Pull to inside of vehicle, disengage metal clips and remove front pillar garnish. Refer to EI-37, "BODY SIDE
TRIM" .
(D) A/T Select Lever Knob
1. Pull down knob cover.
2. Remove lock-pin of select lever knob.
3. Lift up select lever knob and remove select lever knob. Refer to AT- 2 2 9 , "
Control Device Removal and
Installation" .
(E) Instrument Clock Finisher
1. Remove screw and then pull back to your side of instrument
clock finisher.
2. Disconnect clips and harness connector, and remove instrument clock finisher.
(F) A/T Console Finisher
1. Insert a remover into side between gaps of A/T console finisher assembly and remove by lifting A/T console finisher.
2. Disconnect harness connector.
(G) Instrument Side Panel (RH/LH)
1. Remove screws with power tool.
2. Pull to the side, disconnect clip and pawls and remove instru- ment side panel (RH/LH).
(H) Center Console
1. Remove screws with power tool.
2. Remove console sub-harness
PIIB8535E
PIIB8534E
PIIB8536E

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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
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(N) Steering Column Upper Cover
Remove the steering column upper cover.
(O) Wiper and Washer Switch
Remove wiper and washer switch. Refer to WW-37, "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper and Washer
Switch" .
(P) Lighting and Turn Signal Switch
Remove lighting and turn signal switch. Refer to LT- 111 , "LIGHTING AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH" .
(Q) Steering Lock Escutcheon
Pull back to your side, and remove steering lock escutcheon.
(R) Combination Meter Assembly
1. Remove bolts with power tool, and then remove connector
bracket.
2. Remove bolts with power tool and then disconnect harness con- nector.
CAUTION:
To prevent it from damaged by interference with the combina-
tion meter assembly, protect the combination meter assembly
with cloths.
(S) Cluster Lid C
1. Insert a remover into gap between instrument panel and pad, pull back to your side, and disconnect metal clips below.
2. Disconnect harness connectors, and remove cluster lid C.
CAUTION:
Cover surroundings with cloth to avoid scratches or damages.
PIIA5002E
PIIA5003E
PIIB8533E

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(T) Display Unit and Audio Unit
1. Remove screws with power tool.
2. Disconnect harness connector, and remove display unit and audio unit.
CAUTION:
Unit is heavy, so be careful not to pinch your fingers when
working.
(U) Front Defroster Grille (RH/LH)
Insert a remover into gaps between front defroster grille (RH/LH) and
instrument panel and pad, lift front defroster grille up, and remove
front defroster grille (RH/LH).
(V) Combination Meter Bracket
1. Remove bolts.
2. The installation bolts of the harness clip and steering column assembly is removed, steering column assembly is pulled back-
ward, and set combination meter bracket free from the instru-
ment panel and pad. Refer to PS-12, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
(W) Side Ventilation (RH/LH)
1. Insert a remover into gaps between instrument panel and pad,
pull back to your side, and disconnect metal clips below.
2. Disconnect door mirror switch harness connectors, and remove side ventilation (RH/LH).
(X) Instrument Panel and Pad
1. Remove bolts and screws.
2. Remove front passenger air bag module. Refer to SRS-42, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Disconnect harness connectors, and remove instrument panel and pad from passenger door opening por- tion.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
PIIB1335E
PIIA5009E
PIIA5010E
PIIA5011E

PRECAUTIONS LAN-3
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[CAN]PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NKS00345
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 When Using CONSULT-IINKS00346
When connecting CONSULT-II to data link connector, connect them through CONSULT-II CONVERTER.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
CHECK POINTS FOR USING CONSULT-II
1. Has CONSULT-II been used without connecting CONSULT-II CONVERTER on this vehicle?
–If YES, GO TO 2.
–If NO, GO TO 5.
2. Is there any indication other than indications relating to CAN communication system in the self-diagnosis results?
–If YES, GO TO 3.
–If NO, GO TO 4.
3. Based on self-diagnosis results unrelated to CAN communication, carry out the inspection.
4. Malfunctions may be detected in self-diagnosis depending on control units carrying out CAN communica- tion. Therefore, erase the self-diagnosis results.
5. Diagnose CAN communication system. Refer to LAN-5, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES WORK FLOW" .
Precautions For Trouble DiagnosisNKS00347
CAN SYSTEM

Do not apply voltage of 7.0 V or higher to the measurement terminals.

Use the tester with its open terminal voltage being 7.0 V or less.

Be sure to turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal before
checking the circuit.

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When Displaying CAN Communication System ErrorsNKS00349
WHEN A MALFUNCTION IS DETECTED BY CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

CAN communication line is open. (CAN-H, CAN-L, or both)

CAN communication line is shorted. (Ground, between CAN lines, or other harnesses)

The areas related to CAN communication of unit is malfunctioning.
WHEN A MALFUNCTION IS DETECTED EXCEPT CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

Removal and installation of parts: When the units that perform CAN communication or the sensors related
to CAN communication are removed and installed, malfunction may be detected (or DTC other than CAN
communication may be detected).

Fuse blown out (removed): CAN communication of the unit may be stopped at such time.

Low voltage: If the voltage decreases because of battery discharge when IGN is ON, malfunction may be
detected by self-diagnosis according to the units.