2007 INFINITI FX35 drive shaft

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-
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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

MA-14
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)PFP:10001
Checking Drive BeltsNLS00063
WARNING:
Be sure to perform when engine is stopped.
1. Inspect belts for cracks, fraying, wear and oil. If necessary, replace.
2. Inspect drive belt deflection or tension at a point on belt midway between pulleys.

Inspection should be done only when engine is cold, or over
30 minutes after engine is stopped.

Measure the belt tension with belt tension gauge (Commercial
service tool: BT3373-F or equivalent) at points marked
shown in the figure.

When measuring the deflection, apply 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) at
the marked point.

Adjust if the belt deflection exceeds the limit or if the belt ten-
sion is not within specifications.
CAUTION:

When checking the belt deflection or the tension immediately after installation, first adjust it to
the specified value. Then, after turning crankshaft two turns or more, re-adjust to the specified
value to avoid variation in deflection between pulleys.

Tighten idler pulley lock nut by hand and measure the deflection or the tension without loose-
ness.
Belt Deflection and Tension
*: If belt tension gauge cannot be installed at check points shown, check drive belt tension at different location on belt.
Drive Belts Tension AdjustmentNLS00064
CAUTION:

When belt is replaced with a new one, adjust it to value for “New belt” to accommodate for insuffi-
cient adaptability with pulley grooves.

When deflection or tension of belt being used exceeds “Limit”, adjust it to value for “After adjust-
ment”.

When checking belt deflection or tension immediately after installation, first adjust it to the speci-
fied value. Then, after turning crankshaft two turns or more, re-adjust to the specified value to
avoid variation in deflection between pulleys.

When installing belt, make sure that it is correctly engaged with pulley grooves.

Keep engine oil, working fluid and engine coolant away from belt and pulley grooves.

Do not twist or bend belt excessively.
KBIA1731J
Items Deflection adjustment Unit: mm (in) Tension adjustment* Unit: N (kg, lb)
Used belt New belt Used belt
New belt
Limit After adjustment Limit After adjustment
Alternator and
power steering
oil pump belt 7 (0.28)
4 - 5
(0.16 - 0.20) 3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177) 294 (30, 66) 730 - 818
(74.5 - 83.5, 164 - 184) 838 - 926
(85.5 - 94.5, 188 - 208)
A/C compressor
belt 12 (0.47) 9 - 10
(0.35 - 0.39) 8 - 9
(0.31 - 0.35) 196 (20, 44) 348 - 436
(35.5 - 44.5, 78 - 98) 470 - 559
(48 - 57,
106 - 126)
Applied pushing
force 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) —
Portion
Belt tightening method for adjustment
Alternator and power steering oil pump belt Adjusting bolt on idler pulley
A/C compressor belt Adjusting bolt on idler pulley

MA-38
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
Drive ShaftNLS00072
Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease
leakage.
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood LatchNLS00073
SFA108A
PIIA7009E

PB-4
PARKING BRAKE CONTROL
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
PARKING BRAKE CONTROLPFP:36010
ComponentsNFS000MQ
Removal and InstallationNFS000MR
REMOVAL
1. Remove front kicking plate (driver side). Refer to IP-12, "(A) Front Kicking Plate (RH/LH)" .
2. Remove front body side welt (driver side). Refer to EI-38, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
3. Remove dash side finisher (driver side). Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
4. Remove instrument lower panel (driver side). Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
5. Remove adjusting nut.
6. Remove front cable installation bolts, nuts, and lock plate, then remove front cable from the vehicle.
7. Remove heat insulator between center muffler and rear propeller shaft.
8. Remove exhaust center muffler. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
9. Remove propeller shaft. Refer to PR-9, "
Removal and Installation" .
10. Remove rear disc caliper and disc rotors. Refer to BR-26, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper
Assembly" .
11. Remove parking brake shoe, and remove rear cable from toggle lever. Refer to PB-6, "
PARKING BRAKE
SHOE" .
1. Device assembly 2. Spring insulator 3. Return spring
4. Lock plate 5. Front cable 6. Return spring
7. Rear left cable 8. Rear right cable 9. Pin
10. Adjusting nut
SFIA1943E

PR-1
PROPELLER SHAFT
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
CONTENTS
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PROPELLER SHAFT
PREPARATION ........................................................... 2
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 2
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 2
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 3
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 3
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT ............................... ..... 4
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ..... 4
APPEARANCE AND NOISE INSPECTION ..... ..... 4
PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATION ................... ..... 4
Components ........................................................ ..... 4
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 5
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 5
INSPECTION ................................................... ..... 5
INSTALLATION ................................................ ..... 6
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT ................................. ..... 7
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ..... 7 APPEARANCE AND NOISE INSPECTION .....
..... 7
PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATION ................... ..... 7
Components ........................................................ ..... 8
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 9
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 9
INSPECTION ................................................... ... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 11
Disassembly and Assembly of Center Bearing ... ... 12
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 12
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 13
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 14
General Specifications ......................................... ... 14
2WD MODELS ................................................. ... 14
AWD MODELS ................................................. ... 14
Journal Axal Play ................................................. ... 14
Propeller Shaft Runout ........................................ ... 14

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING PR-3
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Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartNDS000AS
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
Front
PR-4—
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PR-4PR-5
NVH in FFD and RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX, FSU, and RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in RAX section
NVH in BR section
NVH in PS section
RearPR-7PR-11—
PR-8—
PR-7PR-10
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Uneven rotating torque
Center bearing improper installation
Excessive center bearing axial end play
Center bearing mounting (insulator) cracks, damage or deterioration
Excessive joint angle
Rotation imbalance
Excessive runout
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise
××××××××××××××
Shake × × ××××××
Vibration ××××××× ×× × ×

PR-4
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFTPFP:37200
On-Vehicle InspectionNDS000D2
APPEARANCE AND NOISE INSPECTION

Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATION
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first.
1. Measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring point by rotating final drive companion flange with hands. For measuring
point, refer to PR-4, "
Propeller Shaft Runout Measuring Point" .
2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90,
180, 270 degrees and install propeller shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
Propeller Shaft Runout Measuring Point

Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point “ ”)
ComponentsNDS000AU
Propeller shaft runout limit : 0.8 mm (0.031 in)
SDIA1759E
Dimension A: 381.5 mm (15.01 in)
PDIA0768J
1. Propeller shaft assembly 2. O-ring
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" , for the symbols in the figure.
PDIA1215E

FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT PR-5
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Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
Removal and InstallationNDS000AV
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front and rear engine undercover with a power tool.
2. Remove the front cross bar with a power tool. Refer to FSU-6, "
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY" .
3. Remove the exhaust front tube bracket with a power tool. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
4. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor harness connector.
5. Remove the exhaust front tube mounting nuts with a power tool. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
6. Remove the right bank three way catalyst with a power tool. Refer to EM-26, "
Removal and Installation"
(VQ35DE), EM-183, "Removal and Installation" (VK45DE).
7. Remove the power steering piping mounting bolts. Refer to PS-
41, "HYDRAULIC LINE" .
8. Remove the power steering gear box fixing bolts to secure work- ing area for removal of propeller shaft. Refer to PS-18, "
POWER
STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the steering gear box piping dur-
ing removal.
9. Put matching marks onto propeller shaft flange yoke and final drive companion flange.
CAUTION:
For matching mark, use paint. Do not damage propeller
shaft flange and companion flange.
10. Remove the propeller shaft fixing bolts.
11. Set the transmission jack at the transfer, remove rear engine mounting bolts, and then lower transmission jack about 40 - 50
mm (0.16 - 0.21 in).
12. Remove propeller shaft from the front final drive and transfer.
INSPECTION

Inspect propeller shaft runout at measuring point. If runout
exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly. For
measuring point, refer to PR-4, "
Propeller Shaft Runout Measur-
ing Point" .
SDIA1516E
SDIA1517E
SDIA1518E
Propeller shaft runout limit : 0.8 mm (0.031 in)
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