2007 INFINITI FX35 radiator cap

RADIATOR CO-15
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4. Remove reservoir tank and reservoir tank bracket.
5. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses from radiator.

Install blind plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid.
6. Removal radiator hoses (upper and lower) and reservoir tank hose. CAUTION:
Be careful not to allow engine coolant to contact drive belts.
7. Remove radiator cooling fan assembly. Refer to CO-21, "
COOLING FAN" .
8. Rotate two radiator upper mount brackets 90 degrees in the direction shown in the figure, and remove them.
9. Lift up and remove radiator. CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch A/C condenser and radiator core
when removing.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant and A/T fluid.
Checking Radiator CapNBS003JY

Check valve seat of radiator cap.
–Check if valve seat is swollen to the extent that the edge of the
plunger cannot be seen when watching it vertically from the top.
–Check if valve seat has no soil and damage.
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SBIA0448E
PBIC2816E

CO-16
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RADIATOR
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45

Pull negative-pressure valve to open it, and make sure that it
close completely when released.
–Make sure that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of
radiator cap negative-pressure valve.
–Make sure that there are no unusualness in the opening and
closing conditions of negative-pressure valve.

Check radiator cap relief pressure.
–When connecting radiator cap to the radiator cap tester (com-
mercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter (SST),
apply engine coolant to the cap seal surface.

Replace radiator cap if there is an unusualness related to the above three.
CAUTION:
When installing radiator cap, thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue
or foreign material.
Checking RadiatorNBS003JZ
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.

Be careful not to bend or damage radiator fins.

When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as radiator cooling fan
assembly and horns. Then tape harness and connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surfaces once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.

Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.81
in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.
SMA967B
Standard:
78 - 98 kPa (0.8 - 1.0 kg/cm
2 , 11 - 14 psi)
Limit:
59 kPa (0.6 kg/cm
2 , 9 psi)
SLC755A

CO-20
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RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
4. Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.
5. Make sure that there is no leakage. Refer to CO-20, "
INSPECTION" .
INSPECTION
1. Apply pressure with the radiator cap tester adapter (SST) and
the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool).
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of hose coming undone while under
pressure, securely fasten it down with hose clamp.
CAUTION:
Attach hose to A/T fluid cooler to seal its inlet and outlet.
2. Check for leakage by soaking radiator in water container with the testing pressure applied. Standard height “H” : 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)
SLC554A
Testing pressure
: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm
2 , 23 psi)
SLC933-A
SLC934

CO-22
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WATER PUMP
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WATE R P U M PPFP:21020
ComponentsNBS003K5
Removal and InstallationNBS003K6
CAUTION:

When removing water pump assembly, be careful not to get engine coolant on drive belts.

Water pump cannot be disassembled and should be replaced as a unit.

After installing water pump, connect hose and clamp securely, then check for leaks using the radi-
ator cap tester (commercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301
(J33984-A)].
REMOVAL
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Remove drive belts. Refer to EM-15, "
DRIVE BELTS" .
3. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when the engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
4. Remove air duct (inlet), power duct and air cleaner case assembly. Refer to EM-17, "
AIR CLEANER AND
AIR DUCT" .
5. Remove water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block to drain engine coolant from engine inside.
6. Remove chain tensioner cover and water pump cover from front timing chain case.

U s e t h e s e a l c u t t e r [ S S T: K V 1 0 1111 0 0 ( J 3 7 2 2 8 ) ] t o c u t l i q u i d g a s k e t f o r r e m o v a l .
1. Timing chain tensioner (primary) 2. Chain tensioner cover 3. Water pump cover
4. Water pump 5. O-rings 6. Water drain plug (front)
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PBIC2662E

CO-26
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WATER PUMP
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b. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with the tube presser
[SST: WS39930000 ( — )] to mating surface of chain ten-
sioner cover and water pump cover.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND
SEALANTS" .
CAUTION:
Attaching should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
c. Tighten mounting bolts.
5. Install water drain plug (front) on water pump side of cylinder block.

Apply liquid gasket to the thread of water drain plug (front).
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-48, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
6. Install in the reverse order of removal for remaining parts.

After starting engine, let idle for three minutes, then rev engine up to 3,000 rpm under no load to
purge air from the high-pressure chamber of chain tensioner. Engine may produce a rattling
noise. This indicates that air still remains in the chamber and is not a matter of concern.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
PBIC2663E

CO-28
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WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
1. Check valve seating condition at ordinary room temperatures. It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve operation.

If the malfunctioning condition, when valve seating at ordinary
room temperature, or measured values are out of the standard,
replace water inlet and thermostat assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.
Thermostat
Valve opening temperature 76 - 79 °C (169 - 174 °F)
Maximum valve lift 8.6 mm / 90 °C (0.339 in / 194 °F)
Valve closing temperature 71 °C (160 °F)
SLC949A

CO-30
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WATER OUTLET AND WATER PIPING
Revision: 2006 July 2007 FX35/FX45
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

Securely insert each hose, and install clamp at a position where it does not interfere with the pipe bulge.

When inserting water pipe into water outlet, apply neutral detergent to O-ring.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant using the radiator cap tester adapter [SST: EG17650301 (J33984-A)]
and the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool). Refer to CO-11, "
LEAK CHECK" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there is no leaks of engine coolant.

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) CO-31
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00100
Standard and LimitNBS003KB
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
THERMOSTAT
Engine coolant capacity [With reservoir tank (“MAX” level)] 8.6 (9-1/8, 7- 5/8)
Reservoir tank engine coolant capacity (At “MAX” level) 0.8 (7/8, 3/4)
Cap relief pressure Standard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 (0.6, 9)
Leakage testing pressure 157 (1.6, 23)
Valve opening temperature 76 - 79 °C (169 - 174 °F)
Maximum valve lift 8.6 mm / 90 °C (0.339 in / 194 °F)
Valve closing temperature 71 °C (160 °F)