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”
NIS001SQ
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 NIS001SR

Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

Do not 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 CLOTHTAPE
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 place 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 TroubleshootingNIS001SV
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. 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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LID WEATHERSTRIP OVERLAP ADJUSTMENT AND SURFACE MISMATCH ADJUSTMENT
1. Tilt up glass lid.
2. After loosening glass lid TORX bolts (T25) (left and right), tilt down glass lid.
3. Adjust glass lid from outside of vehicle so it resembles “A–A” “B– B” “C–C” as shown in the figure to the right.
4. To prevent glass lid from moving after adjustment, first tighten the TORX bolts (T25) of front left, and then tighten the TORX
bolts (T25) of rear right.
5. Tighten remaining TORX bolts (T25), being careful to prevent glass lid from moving.
6. Tilt glass lid up and down several times to make sure it moves smoothly.
Removal and InstallationNIS001TE

After any adjustment, check sunroof operation and glass lid alignment.

Handle finisher plate and glass lid with care so as not to cause damage.

It is desirable for easy installation to mark each point before removal.
CAUTION:

Always work with a helper.

Fully close the glass lid assembly, before removal, then do not operate motor assembly after
removal.
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SUNROOF UNIT ASSEMBLY
Removal
CAUTION:

Always work with a helper.

When taking sunroof unit out, use clothes to protect the seats and trim from damage.

After installing the sunroof unit and glass lid, be sure to perform the leakage test and make sure
there is no malfunction.
1. Tilt up glass lid.
2. Remove the headlining. Refer to EI-42, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Disconnect drain hoses.
4. Remove glass lid. Refer to RF-26, "
GLASS LID" .
5. Remove motor mounting screws. Remove sunroof motor assembly and disconnect harness connector.
CAUTION:

Before removing sunroof motor assembly, make sure
that sunroof is fully closed.

After removing sunroof motor assembly, do not attempt
to rotate sunroof motor as a single unit.
6. Remove nuts on the front end and side rail.
7. Remove curtain air bag bracket bolts, then remove curtain air bag bracket from the rail side. Refer to SRS-44, "
Removal and
Installation" .
8. Remove front/rear sunroof bracket bolts, then remove sunroof unit assembly from roof panel.
9. Remove sunroof unit assembly through the passenger room while being careful not to damage the seats and trim.
1. Glass lid 2. TORX bolt (T25) 3. Washer
4. Rear sunroof bracket 5. Front sunroof bracket 6. Wind deflector
7. Sunroof unit assembly 8. Noise cover 9. Sunroof motor assembly
10. Screw 11. Sunshade 12. Nut
13. Bolt 14. Drain plate 15. Sunshade stopper
16. Drain hose
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PIIA6191E
PIIA6193E

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SUNROOF
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Installation
1. Temporarily tighten the mounting bolts on the front/rear sunroof brackets (RH/LH).
2. Bring sunroof unit assembly into passenger room and place the rear end of the rail onto the sunroof brackets.
3. Tighten the mounting nuts on the front end.
4. Tighten the installation points diagonally excluding the installation point of the sunroof bracket around the roof opening.
5. Tighten the bolts on the sunroof bracket to the vehicle side and then tighten the bolt to the rail side.
6. Tighten the bolts on the curtain air bag bracket to the rail side. Refer to SRS-44, "
Removal and Installation" .
GLASS LID
Removal
1. Tilt up glass lid.
2. Remove TORX bolts (T25) from remove glass lid.
Installation
1. Tighten bolts diagonally on the glass lid.
2. After installation, carry out fitting adjustment.
PIIA6193E
PIIA6191E
PIIA6193E
PIIA6192E

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SUNSHADE
Removal
NOTE:
Detaching is possible even with the sunshade attached on the vehicle.
1. Remove the headlining. Refer to EI-42, "
Removal and Installation" .
2. Remove sunshade stopper.
3. The protection tape is pasted to the sunshade knob.
4. Pull sunshade out of the rear end of the sunroof frame, and remove it from the frame.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the sunshade and sunshade knob while lift-
ing up a little.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
WIND DEFLECTOR
Removal
NOTE:
Detaching is possible even with the wind deflector attached on the vehicle.
1. The sunroof is opened.
2. Remove spring hinge screws, then remove hinge from the frame.
3. Remove the wind deflector.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
SUNROOF MOTOR ASSEMBLY
Removal
1. Remove headlining. Refer to EI-42, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Remove motor mounting screw.
3. Disconnect harness connector from sunroof motor assembly, then remove sunroof motor assembly.
CAUTION:

When removing the sunroof motor assembly, be sure that
the sunroof is in the fully closed position.

Do not run the removed sunroof motor assembly as a
single unit.
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REAR FINAL DRIVE
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REAR FINAL DRIVE
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 2
Service Notice or Precautions ............................. ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 7
DESCRIPTION ....................................................... ..... 8
Cross-Sectional View .......................................... ..... 8
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ................................... ..... 9
Changing Differential Gear Oil ............................ ..... 9
DRAINING ........................................................ ..... 9
FILLING ............................................................ ..... 9
Checking Differential Gear Oil ............................. ..... 9
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ...................... ..... 9
FRONT OIL SEAL ................................................. ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
IDENTIFICATION STAMP OF REPLACEMENT
FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL .............. ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12
SIDE OIL SEAL ..................................................... ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 14 REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY .........................
... 16
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 16
COMPONENTS ................................................ ... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 18
COMPONENTS ................................................ ... 18
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 19
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 26
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................ ... 26
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 37
General Specifications ......................................... ... 37
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ... 37
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT ................................... ... 37
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE .... ... 37
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................ ... 37
BACKLASH ...................................................... ... 37
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT .................... ... 37
SELECTIVE PARTS ......................................... ... 37

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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Service Notice or PrecautionsNDS000BH

Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.

Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.

Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with a new ones if necessary.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.

Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.

When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.

Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.

Avoid using cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.

During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.