2007 INFINITI M35 engine cover

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
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Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesNLS0008E
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 PartsNLS0008F
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

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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
PFP:284B7
System DescriptionNKS004E2

IPDM E/R (Intelligent Power Distribution Module Engine Room) integrates the relay box and fuse block
which were originally placed in engine compartment. It controls integrated relay via IPDM E/R control cir-
cuit.

IPDM E/R-integrated control circuit performs ON-OFF operation of relay, CAN communication control and
oil pressure switch signal reception, etc.

It controls operation of each electrical part via ECM, BCM and CAN communication lines.
CAUTION:
None of the IPDM E/R-integrated relays can be removed.
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY IPDM E/R
1. Lamp control
Using CAN communication, it receives signal from BCM and controls the following lamps:

Headlamps (HI, LO)

Tail, parking and license plate lamps

Front fog lamps
2. Daytime light relay control (for Canada models)
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the daytime light relay.
3. Wiper control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the front wipers.
4. Rear window defogger relay control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls the rear window defogger relay.
5. A/C compressor control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from ECM and controls the A/C relay.
6. Cooling fan control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from ECM and controls cooling fan via cooling fan control
module.
7. Horn control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls horn relay.
8. Starter motor relay control
Using CAN communication, it receives signals from BCM and controls starter motor relay.
9. Alternator control
Using CAN communication, it receives signal from ECM and controls power generation voltage.
CAN COMMUNICATION LINE CONTROL
With CAN communication, by connecting each control unit using two communication lines (CAN L-line, CAN
H-line), it is possible to transmit maximum amount of information with minimum wiring. Each control unit can
transmit and receive data, and reads necessary information only.
1. Fail-safe control

When CAN communication with other control units is impossible, IPDM E/R performs fail-safe control.
After CAN communication recovers normally, it also returns to normal control.

Operation of control parts by IPDM E/R during fail-safe mode is as follows:
Controlled system Fail-safe mode
Headlamps

With the ignition switch ON, the headlamp low relay is ON.

With the ignition switch OFF, the headlamp low relay is OFF.
Tail, parking and
license plate lamps

With the ignition switch ON, the tail lamp relay is ON.

With the ignition switch OFF, the tail lamp relay is OFF.
Cooling fan

With the ignition switch ON, the cooling fan HI operates.

With the ignition switch OFF, the cooling fan stops.
Front wiperUntil the ignition switch is turned off, the front wiper LO and HI remains in the same status it was in just
before fail−safe control was initiated.

IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
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Removal and Installation of IPDM E/RNKS004EC
: Vehicle front
REMOVAL
1. Remove cowl top cover (RH). Refer to EI-18, "COWL TOP" .
2. Disengage pawls (A) on both side of IPDM E/R cover B (1),
remove IPDM E/R cover A (2).
3. While pushing pawl (A) on backside of IPDM E/R cover B (1)
toward vehicle front to unlock, lift up IPDM E/R (2).
4. Disengage pawls on both side of IPDM E/R (1), remove IPDM E/
R cover B.
5. Remove harness connector from IPDM E/R (1) and remove
IPDM E/R (1).
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
SKIB4109E
SKIB4110E
SKIB4111E

FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
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Removal and InstallationNDS000EC
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine undercover with a power tool.
2. If necessary, remove heat bracket.
3. Remove the three way catalyst (right bank) with a power tool. Refer to EX-3, "
EXHAUST SYSTEM" .
4. Put matching marks onto propeller shaft flange yoke and final
drive companion flange.
CAUTION:
For matching marks, use paint. Do not damage propeller
shaft flange and companion flange.
5. Remove the propeller shaft fixing bolts.
6. 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" .

As shown in the figure, while fixing yoke on one side, check axial
play of joint. If outside the standard, replace propeller shaft
assembly.

Check propeller shaft for bend and damage. If damage is
detected, replace propeller shaft assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble joints.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, install in the reverse order of removal.

Align matching marks to install propeller shaft to final drive com-
panion flange, and then tighten to specified torque. Refer to PR-
4, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the bolts.

After assembly, perform a driving test to check propeller shaft
vibration. If vibration occurred, separate propeller shaft from
final drive or transfer. Reinstall companion flange after rotating it
by 90, 180, 270 degrees. Then perform driving test and check
propeller shaft vibration again at each point.
SDIA1517E
Propeller shaft runout limit : 0.8 mm (0.031 in)
SPD106
Journal axial play : 0 mm (0 in)
PDA0005D
SDIA1517E

PS-30
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMPPFP:49110
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceNGS000DE
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE
CAUTION:
Make sure that belt tension is normal before starting the following procedure.
1. Connect the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] between oil pump
discharge connector and high-pressure hose. Bleed air from the
hydraulic circuit while opening valve fully. Refer to PS-8, "
Air
Bleeding Hydraulic System" .
2. Start engine. Run engine until oil temperature reaches 50 to
80°C (122 to 176°F).
CAUTION:

Leave the valve of the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST]
fully open while starting and running engine. If engine is
started with the valve closed, the hydraulic pressure in
oil pump goes up to the relief pressure along with
unusual increase of oil temperature.

Be sure to keep hose clear of belts and other parts when
engine is started.
3. Fully close the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] valve with
engine at idle and measure the relief oil pressure.
CAUTION:
Never keep valve closed for 10 seconds or longer.
4. Open the valve slowly after measuring. Repair oil pump if the
relief oil pressure is outside the standard. Refer to PS-31, "
Dis-
assembly and Assembly (Models with VK45DE)" , PS-35, "Disassembly and Assembly (Models with
VQ35DE)" .
5. After inspection, disconnect the hydraulic pressure gauge [SST] from hydraulic circuit, then add fluid and
bleed air. Refer to PS-8, "
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System" .
Removal and InstallationNGS000DF
REMOVAL
1. Drain power steering fluid from reservoir tank.
2. Remove undercover from vehicle with a power tool.
3. Loosen drive belt. Refer to EM-16, "
DRIVE BELTS" (VQ35DE), EM-174, "DRIVE BELTS" (VK45DE).
4. Remove drive belt from oil pump pulley.
5. Remove piping of high pressure and low pressure (drain fluid from their pipings). Refer to PS-39,
"HYDRAULIC LINE" .
6. Remove power steering oil pump mounting bolts, and then remove power steering oil pump. Refer to PS-
39, "Removal and Installation" .
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal. For tightening torque, refer to PS-39, "HYDRAULIC LINE" .

Perform the following procedure after installing.
–Adjust belt tension (VQ35DE). Refer to EM-16, "Tension Adjustment" .
–About the installation of VK45DE drive belt, refer to EM-174, "Tension Adjustment" .
–Bleed air. Refer to PS-8, "Air Bleeding Hydraulic System" . Relief oil pressure:
8,520 - 9,320 kpa (86.9 - 95.1 kg/cm
2 , 1,235 - 1,351 psi)
SGIA0915E

BATTERY
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Trouble Diagnosis with Battery Service CenterNKS005BP
For battery testing, use Battery Service Center (J-48087). For details and operating instructions, refer to Tech-
nical Service Bulletin and/or Battery Service Center User Guide.
Removal and Installation NKS005BQ
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine room cover RH.
2. Remove battery cover.
3. Remove the clips (A), and remove hoodledge cover RH (1).
4. Remove the cowl top cover (RH). Refer to EI-18, "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Loosen battery terminal nuts (1), and disconnect both battery
cables from battery terminals.
CAUTION:
When disconnecting, disconnect the battery cable from the
negative terminal first.
6. Remove battery fix frame mounting nuts (2) and battery fix
frame.
7. Remove battery.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Locate the battery at the outside of the vehicle in the battery tray when installing the battery.
Check that the positive terminal cap opens and closes.
CAUTION:
When connecting, connect the battery cable to the positive terminal first.
PKIB8791E
3 : Relay box
PKIB8792E
Battery fix frame mounting nut
: 4.4 N·m (0.45 kg-m, 39 in-lb)
Battery terminal nut
: 5.4 N·m (0.55 kg-m, 48 in-lb)

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STARTING SYSTEM
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Removal and Installation NKS005BU
VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (2WD)
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
2. Remove engine front and rear undercover, using power tools.
3. Remove “B” terminal nut (1).
4. Disconnect “S” connector (2).
5. Remove starter motor mounting bolts (A), using power tools.
6. Remove starter motor downward from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be sure to tighten “B” terminal nut carefully.
1. Starter motor mounting bolt 2. Harness clip bracket 3. “S” connector
4. “B” terminal nut 5. “B” terminal harness 6. Starter motor
7. Oil pan : N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) : N·m (kg-m, in-lb)
: Engine front
PKIB8799E
PKIB8800E

STARTING SYSTEM
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VQ35DE ENGINE MODELS (AWD)
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
2. Remove engine rear undercover, using power tools.
3. Remove exhaust mounting bracket. Refer to EM-28, "
Removal and Installation" .
4. Remove “B” terminal nut (1).
5. Disconnect “S” connector (1).
6. Remove starter motor mounting bolts (A) and harness bracket
(2), using power tools.
7. Remove starter motor downward from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be sure to tighten “B” terminal nut carefully.
1. Starter motor mounting bolt 2. Oil pan 3. Starter motor
4. “B” terminal harness 5. “B” terminal nut 6. “S” connector
: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) : Engine front
PKIB8801E
PKIB8802E
PKIB8803E