2006 INFINITI M35 pressure

PRECAUTIONS
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2. Slide disconnector in axial direction of piping, and stretch garter spring with tapered point of disconnector.
3. Slide disconnector farther so that inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of
female-side piping flare. Then male-side piping can be disconnected.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean piping connection points, and insert male-side piping into female-side piping.
2. Push inserted male-side piping harder so that female-side piping flare stretches garter spring.
3. If inside diameter of garter spring becomes larger than outside diameter of female-side piping flare, garter
spring seats on flare. Then, it fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare to anchor
piping connection point.
NOTE:
When garter spring seats on flare, and fits in between male-side piping cage and female-side piping flare,
it clicks.
CAUTION:
Female-side piping connection is thin and easy to deform. Slowly insert the male-side piping
straight in axial direction.
Insert piping securely until a click is heard.
After piping connection is completed, pull male-side piping by hand to make sure that connec-
tion does not come loose.
NOTE:
One-touch joint connection is used in points below.
Low-pressure flexible hose to low-pressure pipe 1 (O-ring size: 16)
High-pressure flexible hose to condenser (O-ring size: 12)
High-pressure pipe 1 to high-pressure pipe 2 (O-ring size: 8)
High-pressure pipe 1 to condenser (O-ring size: 8)
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CAUTION:
The new and former refrigerant connections use different O-ring configurations. Never confuse O-
rings since they are not interchangeable. If a wrong O-ring is installed, refrigerant may leak at the con-
nection.
O-Ring Part Numbers and Specifications
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Connection type Piping connection point Part number QTY O-ring size
NewLow-pressure flexible hose to low-pressure pipe 1 (One-
touch joint)92473 N8221 2 16
High-pressure pipe 1 to high-pressure pipe 2 (One-touch
joint)92471 N8221 2 8
Condenser to high-pressure flexible hose (One-touch joint) 92472 N8221 2 12
Condenser to high-pressure pipe 1 (One-touch joint) 92471 N8221 28
Low-pressure pipe to low-pressure flexible hose (VK45DE) 92474 N8210 1 19
Low-pressure pipe 1 to expansion valve 92473 N8210 1 16
High-pressure pipe 2 to expansion valve 92471 N8210 1 8
Compressor to low-pressure flexible hose (VQ35DE)
92474 N8210 1 19
Compressor to low-pressure pipe (VK45DE)
Compressor to high-pressure flexible hose 92472 N8210 1 12
Liquid tank to condenser pipeInlet
92471 N82101
8
Outlet 1
FormerRefrigerant pressure sensor to liquid tank J2476 89956 1 10
Expansion valve to evaporatorInlet 92475 71L00 1 12
Outlet 92475 72L00 1 16

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WAR NING :
Make sure all refrigerant is discharged into the recycling equipment and the pressure in the system is
less than atmospheric pressure. Then gradually loosen the discharge side hose fitting and remove it.
CAUTION:
When replacing or cleaning refrigerant cycle components, observe the following.
When the compressor is removed, store it in the same way at it is when mounted on the car. Fail-
ure to do so will cause lubricant to enter the low-pressure chamber.
When connecting tubes, always use a torque wrench and a back-up wrench.
After disconnecting tubes, immediately plug all openings to prevent entry of dirt and moisture.
When installing an air conditioner in the vehicle, connect the pipes at the final stage of the opera-
tion. Never remove the seal caps of pipes and other components until just before required for con-
nection.
Allow components stored in cool areas to warm to working area temperature before removing seal
caps. This prevents condensation from forming inside A/C components.
Thoroughly remove moisture from the refrigeration system before charging the refrigerant.
Always replace used O-rings.
When connecting tubes, apply lubricant to circle of the O-rings shown in illustration. Be careful
not to apply lubricant to threaded portion.
O-ring must be closely attached to the groove of tube.
When replacing the O-ring, be careful not to damage O-ring and tube.
Connect tube until a click can be heard, then tighten the nut or bolt by hand until snug. Make sure
that the O-ring is installed to tube correctly.
After connecting line, perform leak test and make sure that there is no leakage from connections.
When the refrigerant leaking point is found, disconnect that line and replace the O-ring. Then
tighten connections of seal seat to the specified torque.
Precautions for Servicing CompressorNJS000FT
Plug all openings to prevent moisture and foreign matter from entering.
When the compressor is removed, store it in the same way at it is when mounted on the car.
When replacing or repairing compressor, follow “Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compres-
sor” exactly. Refer to ATC-26, "
Maintenance of Lubricant Quantity in Compressor" .
Keep friction surfaces between clutch and pulley clean. If the surface is contaminated with lubri-
cant, wipe it off by using a clean waste cloth moistened with thinner. Lubricant name : Nissan A/C System Oil Type S
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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsNJS000FW
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
9253089908
(for high-pressure pipe 1)
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9253089912
(for high-pressure flexible hose)
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9253089916
(for low-pressure pipe 1 and
low-pressure flexible hose)
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Disconnector tool set
(J-45815)Disconnect one-touch joint connection
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Commercial Service ToolsNJS000FY
Service hoses
High-pressure side hose
(J-39501-72)
Low-pressure side hose
(J-39502-72)
Utility hose
(J-39476-72)Hose color:
Low hose: Blue with black stripe
High hose: Red with black stripe
Utility hose: Yellow with black stripe
or green with black stripe
Hose fitting to gauge:
1/2 -16 ACME
Service couplers
High-pressure side coupler
(J-39500-20)
Low-pressure side coupler
(J-39500-24)Hose fitting to service hose:
M14 x 1.5 fitting is optional or
permanently attached.
(J-39650)
Refrigerant weight scaleFor measuring of refrigerant
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2
-16 ACME
(J-39649)
Vacuum pump
(Including the isolator valve)Capacity:
Air displacement: 4 CFM
Micron rating: 20 microns
Oil capacity: 482 g (17 oz.)
Fitting size: Thread size
1/2 -16 ACME Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
S-NT201
S-NT202
S-NT200
S-NT203
Tool nameDescription
Refrigerant identifier equipmentChecking for refrigerant purity and
system contamination
Power toolFor loosening bolts and nuts
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEMPFP:KA990
Refrigerant CycleNJS000FZ
REFRIGERANT FLOW
The refrigerant flows from the compressor, through the condenser with liquid tank, through the evaporator, and
back to the compressor. The refrigerant evaporation in the evaporator is controlled by an externally equalized
expansion valve, located inside the evaporator case.
FREEZE PROTECTION
To prevent evaporator frozen up, the evaporator air temperature is monitored, and the voltage signal to the
unified meter and A/C amp. will make the A/C relay go OFF and stop the compressor.
Refrigerant System ProtectionNJS000G0
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE SENSOR
The refrigerant system is protected against excessively high- or low-pressures by the refrigerant pressure sen-
sor, located on the liquid tank. If the system pressure rises above, or falls below the specifications, the refriger-
ant pressure sensor detects the pressure inside the refrigerant line and sends the voltage signal to the ECM.
ECM makes the A/C relay go OFF and stops the compressor when pressure on the high-pressure side
detected by refrigerant pressure sensor is over about 3,119 kPa (31.8 kg/cm
2 , 452 psi), or below about 118
kPa (1.2 kg/cm
2 , 17 psi).
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
The refrigerant system is also protected by a pressure relief valve, located in the rear head of the compressor.
When the pressure of refrigerant in the system increases to an unusual level [more than 3,628 kPa (37 kg/cm
2
, 526 psi)], the release port on the pressure relief valve automatically opens and releases refrigerant into the
atmosphere.
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Variable Displacement CompressorNJS000G1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. The variable compressor provides refrigerant control under varying conditions. During cold winters, it may
not produce high refrigerant pressure discharge (compared to previous units) when used with air condi-
tioning systems.
2. For air conditioning systems with the compressor, the clutch remains engaged unless: the system main
switch, fan switch or ignition switch is turned OFF. When ambient (outside) temperatures are low or when
the amount of refrigerant is insufficient, the clutch is disengaged to protect the compressor.

REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
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Operation
1. Control Valve
–By changing high-pressure valve lift amount, built-in electronic control valve executes the following:
• Controls high-pressure valve discharge amount.
• Changes crankcase pressure in compressor.
• Changes angle of swash plate.
–Amount of high-pressure valve lift is determined by factors below.
• Low-pressure applied to diaphragm
• Spring load of set spring
• Balance of magnetic force generated in magnet coil
–Electronic control valve (ECV) magnet coil receives electric signal (duty control) from unified meter and A/
C amp. Then, magnetic force generated by electric current is changed to control high-pressure valve lift
amount.
2. Maximum Cooling
High-pressure valve is closed by magnetic force generated by electric signal sent from unified meter and
A/C amp. At this time, cylinder moves full stroke due to pressure balance between inside crankcase (Pc)
and suction line (Ps).
Under this condition, the swash plate is set to the maximum stroke position.
3. Capacity Control
When no electric signal is sent from unified meter and A/C amp. (current: OFF), high-pressure valve is
opened by spring force.
Since suction pressure is low, it makes the suction port close and the discharge port open. Thus, crank-
case pressure becomes high as high-pressure enters the crankcase.
–The force acts around the link near the swash plate, and is generated by the pressure difference before
and behind the piston.
–The thrust flange and link are located where the piston generates the highest pressure. Piston pressure is
between suction pressure Ps and discharge pressure Pd, which is close to suction pressure Ps. If crank-
case pressure Pc rises due to capacity control, the force around the link makes the swash plate angle
decrease and also the piston stroke decrease. In other words, crankcase pressure increase triggers pres-
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