2006 INFINITI FX35 suspension

LIFTING POINT GI-41
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LIFTING POINTPFP:00000
Commercial Service Tools NAS0006P
CAUTION:

Every time the vehicle is lifted up, maintain the complete vehicle curb condition.

Since the vehicle's center of gravity changes when removing main parts on the front side (engine,
transmission, suspension etc.), support a jack up point on the rear side garage jack with a mission
jack or equivalent.

Since the vehicle's center of gravity changes when removing main parts on the rear side (rear axle,
suspension, etc.), support a jack up point on the front side garage jack with a mission jack or
equivalent.

Be careful not to smash or do not do anything that would affect piping parts.
Garage Jack and Safety Stand NAS0006Q
WARNING:

Park the vehicle on a level surface when using the jack. Make sure to avoid damaging pipes,
tubes, etc. under the vehicle.

Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. Always use safety stands when
you have to get under the vehicle.
Tool name Description
Board on attachment
Safety stand attachment
S-NT001
S-NT002

TOW TRUCK TOWING GI-45
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AWD MODELS
INFINITI recommends that a dolly be used as illustrated when towing AWD models.
CAUTION:
Never tow AWD models with any of the wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expen-
sive damage to the powertrain.
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle) NAS0006U
Securely install the vehicle recovery hook stored with jacking tools.
Make sure that the hook is properly secured in the stored place after
use.
WARNING:

Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them
to explode and result in serious injury. Parts of your vehicle
could also overheat and be damaged.
CAUTION:

Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the vehicle
recovery hooks or main structural members of the vehicle.
Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.

Do not use the vehicle tie downs to free a vehicle stuck in
sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow the vehicle using the vehi-
cle tie downs or recovery hooks.

Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehi-
cle. Never pull on the hook at an angle.

Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any
part of the suspension, steering, brake or cooling systems.

Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not rec-
ommended for use in vehicle towing or recovery.
PAIA0098E
PAIA0099E

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Electrical load signal circuit .............. EC-626, EC-1305
Electrical unit ..................................................... PG-75
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-68
Electronic ignition (EI) system ............. EC-33, EC-693
Engine control circuit diagram ......................... EC-108
Engine control component parts location ......... EC-101
Engine control module (ECM) .......... EC-481, EC-1146
Engine control system diagram ........... EC-30, EC-690
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-210,
EC-222
, EC-879, EC-892
Engine coolant(VK45DE) .................................. CO-38
Engine coolant(VQ35DE) ................................. CO-11
Engine fail-safe system ...................................... EC-96
Engine oil filter replacement ............................. MA-26
Engine oil filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............. MA-19
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-8
Engine oil replacement(VQ35DE) ..................... MA-18
Engine oil(VK45DE) ........................................... LU-25
Engine oil(VQ35DE) ............................................ LU-7
Engine removal(VK45DE) ............................... EM-243
Engine removal(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-113
Engine room cover(VK45DE) ......................... EM-173
ETC1 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-563, EC-1241
ETC2 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-558, EC-1236
ETC3 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-569, EC-1248
EVAP canister ...................................... EC-42, EC-702
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-397
, EC-405, EC-1063, EC-1071
EVAP canister vent control valve ...... EC-412, EC-419,
EC-1078
, EC-1085
EVAP control system (small leak) diagnosis .. EC-388,
EC-450
, EC-1054, EC-1116
EVAP control system pressure sensor ........... EC-425,
EC-428
, EC-434, EC-1091, EC-1094, EC-1100
EVAP control system purge flow monitoring diagnosis
EC-383
, EC-1049
EVAP vapor lines inspection ................. MA-21, MA-28
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system . EC-39, EC-699
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-154
Exhaust manifold(VK45DE) ............................ EM-183
Exhaust manifold(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-26
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-3
Exhaust system inspection ..................... EX-3, MA-29
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-155
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F/PUMP - Wiring diagram ................ EC-636
, EC-1315
Final drive pre-inspection .................. FFD-20, RFD-19
Final drive removal and installation .. FFD-13, FFD-15,
RFD-16
Floor trim ............................................................. EI-40
Flow charts ......................................................... GI-28
Fluid temperature sensor (A/T) ........................ AT-134
Fluorescent leak detector .............................. ATC-156
Freeze frame data ............................... EC-59, EC-720
Front axle ................................ FAX-4, FAX-10, RAX-5
Front brake solenoid valve ................. AT-150, AT-152
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-14
Front door ............................. BL-148, BL-152, GW-58
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-42
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-4
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ..... SB-2, SRS-3, SRS-48
Front suspension .............................................. FSU-6
FTS - Wiring diagram ....................................... AT-135
FTTS - Wiring diagram ...... EC-330, EC-335, EC-999,
EC-1004
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-34,
EC-694
Fuel filter replacement ......................................... FL-4
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-5
Fuel injection system (Bank 1) ......... EC-305, EC-317,
EC-975
, EC-986
Fuel injection system (Bank 2) ......... EC-305, EC-317,
EC-975
, EC-986
Fuel injector ..................................................... EC-628
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VK45DE) .............. EM-194
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VQ35DE) ................ EM-45
Fuel level sensor EC-460, EC-462, EC-464, EC-1125,
EC-1127
, EC-1129
Fuel line inspection .................................. FL-3, MA-25
Fuel line inspection(VQ35DE) .......................... MA-17
Fuel precautions .......................................... GI-6, GI-7
Fuel pressure check ........................... EC-86, EC-746
Fuel pressure release ......................... EC-86, EC-746
Fuel pump ....................................... EC-635, EC-1314
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-4
Fuel system ......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank ............................................................ FL-10
Fuel tank temperature sensor .......... EC-328, EC-334,
EC-997
, EC-1003
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ............. EC-42, EC-702
FUELB1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-307, EC-319, EC-977,
EC-988
FUELB2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-309, EC-321, EC-979,
EC-990
Fuse .................................................................. PG-16
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-82
Fusible link ........................................................ PG-16
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Gauges ................................................................. DI-5
Generic scan tool (GST) .................................. EC-130
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-58, GW-62
Grille - See Exterior ............................................ EI-22
Ground distribution ........................................... PG-29
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Harness connector ............................................ PG-72
Harness layout .................................................. PG-44
Headlining - See Roof trim .................................. EI-42
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) .... EC-270, EC-281,
EC-294
, EC-940, EC-951, EC-964
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) .... EC-270, EC-281,
EC-294
, EC-940, EC-951, EC-964
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 1) ....... EC-173,

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Molding - See Exterior ................... EI-25, EI-30, EI-33
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .... EC-31, EC-691
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-7
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NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-208
NAVI - Wiring diagram ..................................... AV-100
Navigation system ............................................. AV-93
NONDTC - Wiring diagram .............................. AT-186
NVH troubleshooting (EM) .............................. EM-171
NVH troubleshooting (EM)(VQ35DE) ............... EM-13
NVH troubleshooting (Final drive) ......... FFD-6, RFD-7
NVH troubleshooting (Propeller shaft) ................. PR-3
NVH troubleshooting (Transfer) ........................... TF-8
O
O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-175
, EC-845
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-177, EC-847
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-273, EC-284, EC-297,
EC-943
, EC-954, EC-967
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-275, EC-286, EC-299,
EC-945
, EC-956, EC-969
Oil cooler (engine)(VQ35DE) ............................. LU-14
Oil filter(VK45DE) .............................................. LU-28
Oil filter(VQ35DE) .............................................. LU-10
Oil pan (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. EM-187
Oil pan (engine)(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-30
Oil pressure (engine)(VK45DE) ......................... LU-25
Oil pressure (engine)(VQ35DE) ........................... LU-8
Oil pressure relief valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ........ LU-6
Oil pump (A/T) ................................................. AT-312
Oil pump (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. LU-31
Oil pump (engine)(VQ35DE) .............................. LU-17
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VK45DE) ..... LU-31
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ..... LU-17
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VK45DE) ......... EM-228
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VQ35DE) .......... EM-98
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) .......... FFD-9,
RFD-10
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) ......... FFD-11,
RFD-14
On board diagnostic system .............................. EC-54
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) .. EC-46,
EC-706
Out side mirror .................................................. GW-92
Overheat .......................................... EC-497, EC-1171
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Park/Neutral position switch ............ EC-489
, EC-1154
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .................... AT-112
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-4
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) ... EC-51, EC-711
PGC/V - Wiring diagram .. EC-399, EC-407, EC-1065,
EC-1073
PHASE - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-1039
PHSB1 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-370
PHSB2 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-372
Pilot bushing replacement - See Pilot
converter(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-124
Piston assembly(VK45DE) ............................. EM-259
Piston assembly(VQ35DE) ............................. EM-136
Piston pin inspection(VK45DE) ....................... EM-265
Piston pin inspection(VQ35DE) ...................... EM-141
Piston ring inspection(VK45DE) ..................... EM-266
Piston ring inspection(VQ35DE) ..................... EM-142
Piston to bore clearance(VK45DE) ................. EM-269
Piston to bore clearance(VQ35DE) ................ EM-145
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram . EC-491, EC-1156, AT-113
POS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-363, EC-1032
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-4
Power door mirror .............................................. BL-21
Power seat ......................................................... SE-92
Power steering fluid level ........................ PS-8, MA-37
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-17
Power steering hydraulic pressure .................... PS-29
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-29
Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor ........... EC-472
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-8
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-3
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram EC-430, EC-436, EC-1096,
EC-1102
Precations for Leak detection dye .................. ATC-16
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Pressure switch 1 .............................. AT-152, AT-171
Pressure switch 2 ............................................ AT-164
Pressure switch 3 .............................. AT-148, AT-173
Pressure switch 5 .............................. AT-156, AT-175
Pressure switch 6 .............................. AT-160, AT-177
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................. AT-54
Propeller shaft ........................................... PR-4, PR-7
Propeller shaft on vehicle service ............. PR-4, PR-7
Propeller shaft vibration ............................ PR-4, PR-7
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ............... EC-473, EC-1138
R
R/VIEW - Wiring diagram .................................. DI-119
Radiator(VK45DE) ............................................ CO-41
Radiator(VQ35DE) ............................................ CO-14
Rear bumper ....................................................... EI-17
Rear combination lamp removal and installation ..........
LT-154
Rear door ............................................ BL-148, GW-62
Rear seat ......................................................... SE-105
Rear suspension ............................................... RSU-5
Rear view monitor ............................................. DI-116
Rear window defogger ..................................... GW-67
Refrigerant connection precaution .................... ATC-8
Refrigerant discharging evacuating charging ATC-137
Refrigerant general precaution ......................... ATC-7
Refrigerant lines ............................................ ATC-137
Refrigerant pressure sensor .......... EC-662, EC-1341,
ATC-89
, ATC-154
Refrigeration cycle .......................................... ATC-21

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Removal and installation (A/T) ...........
AT-266, AT-269
Removal and installation (Transfer) .................... TF-44
Revolution sensor (A/T) ...................... AT-118, AT-259
Rocker cover(VK45DE) ................................... EM-200
Rocker cover(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-51
RP/SEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-663, EC-1342
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SAE J1979 - Service $01 - 09 ........... EC-130
, EC-714
Seal - See Exterior .............................................. EI-27
Seat belt inspection ............................................. SB-7
Seat belt, front ..................................................... SB-4
Seat, rear ......................................................... SE-105
Self-diagnosis (Transfer) .................................... TF-22
Self-diagnostic results ....................................... EC-71
SEN/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-485, EC-1150
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ................................... AT-233
Shift lock system .............................................. AT-232
Shift schedule .................................................. AT-359
Shock absorber (rear) ....................................... RSU-9
Side air bag (satellite) sensor .......................... SRS-47
Side curtain air bag .......................................... SRS-44
Side trim .............................................................. EI-37
SMJ (super multiple junction) ............................ PG-77
SNOW MODE SW ........................... EC-667, EC-1346
SNOWSW - Wiring diagram ............ EC-668, EC-1347
Spark plug replacement ..................................... MA-27
Spark plug replacement(VQ35DE) .................... MA-20
Spark plug(VK45DE) ....................................... EM-192
Spark plug(VQ35DE) ......................................... EM-43
Specification value ............................. EC-138, EC-801
Speedometer ........................................................ DI-5
Spiral cable ...................................................... SRS-40
SROOF - Wiring diagram ..................... BL-166, RF-13
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint System ...... SRS-5
SRS - Wiring diagram ...................................... SRS-12
SRS Trouble diagnoses ..................................... SRS-8
Stabilizer bar (rear) ......................................... RSU-16
Stall test (A/T) .................................................... AT-53
Standardized relay ............................................. PG-79
START - Wiring diagram ..................................... SC-9
Starter .................................................................. SC-8
Starting system .................................................... SC-8
Steering gear and linkage inspection ................ MA-36
Steering linkage ................................................. PS-17
Steering wheel and column ................... PS-10, PS-12
Steering wheel turning force .............................. PS-10
Stop lamp switch ............................. EC-551, EC-1229
STSIG - Wiring diagram .................................. AT-108
Sun roof, electric ................................................ RF-10
Sunload sensor ............................. ATC-109, ATC-118
Sunroof .................................................. RF-10, RF-23
Supplemental Restraint System ........................ SRS-5
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring diagram ..........
SRS-12
Suspension ........................................................ MA-37
Symbols and abbreviations ..................... GI-11, GI-24
Symptom matrix chart ........................................ EC-97
System readiness test (SRT) code ...... EC-60, EC-720
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Tachometer ........................................................... DI-5
TCM circuit diagram ........................................... AT-52
TCM inspection table ......................................... AT-89
Thermostat(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-53
Thermostat(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-27
Three way catalyst function (Bank 1) EC-377, EC-1044
Three way catalyst function (Bank 2) EC-377, EC-1044
Three way catalyst precautions ............................ GI-5
Three way catalyst(VK45DE) .......................... EM-183
Three way catalyst(VQ35DE) ........................... EM-26
Throttle control motor ....................... EC-568, EC-1247
Throttle control motor relay .............. EC-556, EC-1234
Throttle position sensor (TPS) .......... EC-215, EC-339,
EC-510
, EC-512, EC-589, EC-885, EC-1008, EC-1183,
EC-1185
, EC-1268
Throttle valve closed position learning . EC-84, EC-744
Tie-rod ............................................................... PS-17
Timing chain(VK45DE) ................................... EM-203
Timing chain(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-64
Tire rotation ............................................. WT-9, MA-35
Top tether strap child restraint ........................... SB-11
Torque converter installation AT-267, AT-268, AT-272
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve AT-125, AT-127
TPS1 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-341, EC-1010
TPS2 - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-217, EC-887
TPS3 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-591, EC-1270
Traction control system circuit (engine) .......... EC-495,
EC-496
Transfer control unit inspection table ................. TF-20
Transverse link (front) ...................................... FSU-14
TRNSCV - Wiring diagram ............................... BL-227
Trouble diagnoses .............................................. GI-12
Two trip detection logic ........................ EC-54, EC-714
Tyre pressure monitoring system - trouble diagnoses ..
WT-13
Tyre pressure monitoring system - wiring diagram .......
WT-14
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Unified meter and A/C amp. ............................... DI-28
V
Vacuum hose (brake system) ............................ BR-17
Vacuum hose drawing (Engine control) ........... EC-107
Valve clearance(VK45DE) .............................. EM-222
Valve clearance(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-93
Valve guide ..................................................... EM-108
Valve guide(VK45DE) ..................................... EM-239
Valve lifter ......................................................... EM-87
Valve seat(VK45DE) ....................................... EM-241
Valve seat(VQ35DE) ...................................... EM-110
Valve spring(VK45DE) .................................... EM-242
Valve spring(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-111

MA-2Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45 ROTOR .............................................................
... 36
CALIPER .......................................................... ... 36
PAD .................................................................. ... 36
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .................. ... 36
STEERING GEAR ............................................ ... 36
STEERING LINKAGE ....................................... ... 36
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ........... ... 37
Axle and Suspension Parts .................................. ... 37
Drive Shaft ........................................................... ... 38
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch ......... ... 38
Checking Seat Belt, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors
and Adjusters ....................................................... ... 39
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 40
Standard and Limit ............................................... ... 40
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VQ35DE) ... 40
BELT DEFLECTION AND TENSION (VK45DE) ... 40
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI- MATE) (VQ35DE) .............................................
... 40
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) (VK45DE) .............................................. ... 40
RADIATOR ........................................................ ... 40
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(VQ35DE) ......................................................... ... 40
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
(VK45DE) .......................................................... ... 41
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
(VQ35DE) ......................................................... ... 41
SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
(VK45DE) .......................................................... ... 41
WHEEL BALANCE ........................................... ... 41

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE MA-11
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* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perfo rm
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and inter vals are
required
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary.
NOTE:
(1) Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “GENERAL MAINTENANCE” heading earlier in this section. MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months 7.5
(12) 6 15
(24) 12 22.5
(36) 18 30
(48) 24 37.5
(60) 30 45
(72) 36 52.5
(84) 42 60
(96) 48
Brake lines & cables IIII MA-35
Brake pads & rotors
IIII MA-36
Automatic transmission & trans-
fer fluid & differential gear oil NOTE (1) I I I I
MA-29,
MA-31 ,
MA-32
Steering gear, linkage & transfer
gear, axle & suspension parts I I MA-36,
MA-37
Tire rotation NOTE (2) MA-4,
MA-35
Drive shaft boots and propeller
shaft (AWD models) IIII
MA-38, MA-32
Exhaust system
II MA-29
In-cabin microfilter
RR RR AT C - 1 2 4

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE MA-37
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Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesNLS00070
Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F)
or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS"


Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, dam-
age, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.

Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.
Axle and Suspension PartsNLS00071
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.

Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.

Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.

Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks or other damage.
SST850C
SST851C
SMA525A
SFA392B