2007 INFINITI M35 oil

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OIL PUMP
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INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Oil Pump Clearance

Measure the clearance with feeler gauge.
–Clearance between oil pump outer rotor and oil pump body
(Position “1”)
–Tip clearance between oil pump inner rotor and oil pump outer
rotor (Position “2”)
–If out of the standard, replace inner rotor and outer rotor.

Measure the clearance with feeler gauge and straightedge.
–Side clearance between oil pump inner rotor and oil pump body
(Position “3”)
–Side clearance between oil pump outer rotor and oil pump body
(Position “4”)

Calculate the clearance between oil pump inner rotor and oil pump body as follows:
OIL PUMP BODY INNER DIAMETER
–Measure the inner diameter of oil pump body with inside
micrometer. (Position “5”)
OIL PUMP INNER ROTOR OUTER DIAMETER
–Measure the outer diameter of protruded portion of oil pump
inner rotor with micrometer. (Position “6”)
OIL PUMP INNER ROTOR TO OIL PUMP BODY CLEARANCE
–(Clearance) = (Oil pump body inner diameter) – (Oil pump inner rotor outer diameter)

If measured/calculated values are out of the standard, replace oil pump assembly.Standard : 0.114 - 0.260 mm (0.0045 - 0.0102 in)
Standard : Below 0.180 mm (0.0071 in)
SLC932A
Standard : 0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 in)
Standard : 0.050 - 0.110 mm (0.0020 - 0.0043 in)
SLC933A
PBIC0821E
Standard : 0.045 - 0.091 mm (0.0018 - 0.0036 in)

OIL PUMP
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Regulator Valve Clearance
(Clearance) = (Regulator valve hole diameter) – (Regulator valve
outer diameter)

If the calculated value is out of the standard, replace oil pump
assembly.
CAUTION:

Coat regulator valve with engine oil.

Make sure that it falls smoothly into valve hole by its own
weight.
ASSEMBLY
Note the following, and assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

Install oil pump inner rotor with the groove faced to oil pump
cover side.Standard : 0.040 - 0.097 mm (0.0016 - 0.0038 in)
PBIC0822E
PBIC0832E

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitNBS004Q6
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
*: Engine oil temperature at 80°C (176°F)
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
OIL PUMP
Unit: mm (in)
REGULATOR VALVE
Unit: mm (in) Engine speed Approximate discharge pressure*
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul)5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.260 (0.0045 - 0.0102)
Oil pump inner rotor to oil pump outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.180 (0.0071)
Oil pump body to oil pump inner rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor axial clearance 0.050 - 0.110 (0.0020 - 0.0043)
Oil pump inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Liquid GasketNBS005SI
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface.

Remove liquid gasket completely from the liquid gasket application surface, mounting bolts, and bolt
holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface with white gasoline (lighting and heating
use) to remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
3. Apply liquid gasket to the liquid gasket application surface.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-47, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .

Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.

If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.

Do not retighten mounting bolts or nuts after the installation.

After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill engine oil and engine coolant.

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsNBS004Q8
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNBS004Q9
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST25051001
(J25695-1)
Oil pressure gaugeMeasuring oil pressure
Maximum measuring range: 2,452 kPa (25
kg/cm
2 , 356 psi)
ST25052000
(J25695-2)
HoseAdapting oil pressure gauge to cylinder block
KV10115801
(J38956)
Oil filter wrenchRemoving and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 (2.531 in)
S-NT050
S-NT559
S-NT375
Tool nameDescription
Power toolLoosening nuts and bolts
Deep socketRemoving and installing oil pressure switch
a: 26 mm (1.02 in)
PBIC0190E
PBIC2072E

ENGINE OIL
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ENGINE OILPFP:KLA92
InspectionNBS004QC
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
NOTE:
Before starting engine, put vehicle horizontally and check the engine oil level. If engine is already started, stop
it and allow 15 minutes before checking.
1. Pull out oil level gauge and wipe it clean.
2. Insert oil level gauge and make sure the engine oil level is within
the range shown in the figure.
3. If it is out of range, adjust it.
ENGINE OIL APPEARANCE

Check engine oil for white turbidity or heavy contamination.

If engine oil becomes turbid and white, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant.
Repair or replace damaged parts.
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE
Check for oil leakage around the following area.

Oil pan

Oil pan drain plug

Oil pressure switch

Oil filter

Intake valve timing control cover

Intake valve timing control solenoid valve

Front cover

Chain tensioner cover

Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head

Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover

Crankshaft oil seals (front and rear)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Oil pressure check should be done in “Parking position”.
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-27, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" .
2. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
3. Disconnect harness connector at oil pressure switch, and
remove oil pressure switch using deep socket (commercial ser-
vice tool).
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock oil pressure switch.
PBIC0801E
PBIC1524E

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ENGINE OIL
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4. Install oil pressure gauge and hose (SST).
5. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
6. Check the engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
NOTE:
When engine oil temperature is low, engine oil pressure becomes high.
Engine oil pressure [Engine oil temperature at 80°C (176°F)]
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
If difference is extreme, check oil passage and oil pump for oil leaks.
7. After the inspections, install oil pressure switch as follows:
a. Remove old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure switch and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure switch to the specification.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-47, "
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL
PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS" .
c. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with running engine.
Changing Engine OilNBS004QD
WARNING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct
skin contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand
cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer
to LU-27, "
ENGINE OIL LEAKAGE" .
2. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
3. Loosen oil filler cap.
4. Remove mounting bolts, and then pull down the rear of front engine undercover and secure it using clip.
5. Remove drain plug and then drain engine oil.
SLC926
Engine speed Approximate discharge pressure
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)
: 14.8 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
PBIC0993E

ENGINE OIL
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6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-187, "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil.
Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-12, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-27, "
ENGINE OIL LEVEL" . Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 5.5 (5-3/4, 4-7/8)
Without oil filter change 4.9 (5-1/8, 4-1/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 6.7 (7-1/8, 5-7/8)