2008 INFINITI FX35 Transmission cooler

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CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................5
INDEX FOR DTC ............................................ .....5
Alphabetical Index ............................................... ......5
DTC No. Index ..........................................................5
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................7
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
7
Precaution for On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System
of A/T and Engine .....................................................
7
Precaution .................................................................7
Service Notice or Precaution .....................................8
PREPARATION ...................................................9
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......9
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................9
A/T FLUID ...........................................................11
Changing A/T Fluid ............................................. ....11
Checking A/T Fluid ..................................................11
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning .......................................13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................16
Cross-Sectional View (2WD Models) .................. ....16
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for AWD) ....17
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for AWD) ....18
Shift Mechanism .................................................. ....18
TCM Function ..........................................................29
CAN Communication ...............................................30
Input/Output Signal of TCM .....................................31
Line Pressure Control .............................................31
Shift Control ............................................................33
Lock-up Control .......................................................34
Engine Brake Control ..............................................35
Control Valve ...........................................................36
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ......38
Introduction ......................................................... ....38
OBD-II Function for A/T System ..............................38
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-II ............38
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) .............. ....38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ............................40
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ....................................41
DTC Inspection Priority Chart ..................................41
Fail-Safe ..................................................................41
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair .......................................................
42
A/T Electrical Parts Location ...................................48
Circuit Diagram ........................................................49
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis .....................49
Road Test ................................................................53
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs ........58
Vehicle Speed at Which Lock-up Occurs/Releas-
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58
Symptom Chart ........................................................59
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Value .............83
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION) ..............84
Diagnosis Procedure without CONSULT-III ............91
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE .....94
Description ........................................................... ....94
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................94
Possible Cause ........................................................94
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................94
Wiring Diagram - AT - CAN .....................................95
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................96
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT .............97
Description ...............................................................97
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................97
Possible Cause ........................................................97
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................97
Wiring Diagram - AT - STSIG ..................................98
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................99
DTC P0700 TCM .............................................101
Description .............................................................101
On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................101
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AT-8
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PRECAUTIONS
After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform “DTC
(Diagnostic Trouble Code) Confirmation Procedure”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed in
the “DTC Confirmation Procedure”.
 Always use the specified brand of ATF. Refer to MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
 Use lint-free paper not cloth rags during work.
 After replacing the ATF, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.
 Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the out side of the transmission. It is important to pre-
vent the internal parts from becoming cont aminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
 Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.
 Use lint-free paper or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.
 Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.
 All parts should be carefully cleansed with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.
 Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.
 It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.
 The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced. Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent springs
and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.
 Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will s lide along bores in valve body under their own weight.
 Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings and
seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.
 Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.
 After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.
 When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of t he ATF is drained. Old ATF will remain in torque con-
verter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer to
AT- 11 , "
Changing A/T Fluid", AT- 11 , "Checking A/T Fluid".
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ATF COOLER SERVICE
If ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc. ), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiat or or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to AT-13, "
A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-13 (for VQ35DE), CO-40 (for VK45DE).
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS
 A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in comb ination with the ECM. The results can be read through
the blinking pattern of the A/T CHECK indicator or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Refer to the table on
AT-84, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic
result.
 The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL ar e automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM memo-
ries.
Always perform the procedure on AT-38, "
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)" to complete the
repair and avoid unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
For details of OBD-II, refer to EC-54
(for VQ35DE) or EC-632 (for VK45DE).
 Certain systems and components, especially those re lated to OBD, may use the new style slide-lock-
ing type harness connector. For descrip tion and how to disconnect, refer to PG-68
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A/T FLUID
When wiping away the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free paper, not a cloth one.
e. Re-insert A/T fluid level gauge into A/T fluid charging pipe as far as it will go. CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert the A/T fluid level gauge until the cap contacts the end of the A/T
fluid charging pipe, with the A/ T fluid level gauge reversed from the normal attachment conditions.
f. Remove A/T fluid level gauge and note reading. If reading is at low side of range, add ATF to the A/T fluid
charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
5. Drive vehicle for approximately 5 minutes in urban areas.
6. Make the A/T fluid temperature approximately 65 °C (149 °F).
NOTE:
A/T fluid level will be greatly affected by temper ature as shown in figure. Therefore, be certain to
perform operation while checki ng data with CONSULT-III.
a. Connect CONSULT-III to data link connector.
b. Select “MAIN SIGNALS” in “DATA MONITO R” mode for “TRANSMISSION” with CONSULT-III.
c. Read out the value of “ATF TEMP 1”.
7. Recheck A/T fluid level at A/T fluid temperatures of approximately 65 °C (149 °F) using “HOT” range on A/
T fluid level gauge.
CAUTION:
 When wiping away the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free paper, not a cloth one.
 To check A/T fluid level, inser t the A/T fluid level gauge
until the cap contacts the en d of the A/T fluid charging
pipe, with the A/T fluid level gauge reversed from the nor-
mal attachment conditions as shown.
8. Check A/T fluid condition.  If ATF is very dark or smells burned, check operation of A/T.
Flush cooling system after repair of A/T.
 If ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent
and compressed air after repair of A/T. Refer to CO-13
(for
VQ35DE) or CO-40
(for VK45DE) and AT-13, "A/T Fluid
Cooler Cleaning".
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A/T FLUIDAT-13
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9. Install the removed A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe.
10. Tighten level gauge bolt.
A/T Fluid Cooler CleaningINFOID:0000000001327130
Whenever an A/T is replaced, the A/ T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator must be inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can becom e trapped in the A/T fluid cooler. This debris can con-
taminate the newly serviced A/T or, in severe cases, can bl ock or restrict the flow of ATF. In either case, mal-
function of the newly se rviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as ATF enters the cooler inlet. It will be necessary to back flush the cooler
through the cooler outlet in order to flush out any built up debris.
A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Identify the inlet and outlet A/T fluid cooler hoses.
3. Disconnect the A/T fluid cooler inlet and outlet rubber hoses from the steel cooler tubes or bypass valve.
NOTE:
Replace the cooler hoses if rubber material from the hose
remains on the tube fitting.
4. Allow any ATF that remains in the cooler hoses to drain into the oil pan.
5. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
 Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying theTransmission Cooler Cleaner.
 Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
 Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
 Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
6. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.Level gauge bolt:
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A/T FLUID
7. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
8. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and of the cooler outlethose.
9. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose for 10 seconds to force out any
remaining ATF.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 three additional times.
11. Position an oil pan under the banjo bolts that connect the A/T fluid cooler steel lines to the A/T.
12. Remove the banjo bolts.
13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the A/T by spraying Transmission Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi) through each steel line from the cooler
side back toward the transmission for 10 seconds to force out any remaining ATF.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform "A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE".
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exte rior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission
Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
 Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
 Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
 Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
 Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the cooler inlet hose.
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICEAT-235
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8. Check foreign materials in oil pan to help determine causes of malfunction. If the ATF is very dark, smells burned, or contains
foreign particles, the frictional material (clutches, band) may
need replacement. A tacky film that will not wipe clean indicates
varnish build up. Varnish can c ause valves, servo, and clutches
to stick and can inhibit pump pressure.
 If frictional material is detected, perform A/T fluid cooler
cleaning. Refer to AT-13, "
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning".
9. Support A/T assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION:
When setting transmission jack, place wooden blocks to
prevent from damaging control valve with TCM and trans-
mission case.
10. Remove rear engine mounting member with power tool. Refer to AT-241, "
Removal and Installation (2WD
Models)".
11. Remove tightening bolts for rear extension assembly and trans- mission case.
12. Tap rear extension assembly with soft hammer.
13. Remove rear extension assembly from transmission case. (With needle bearing.)
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLYAT-241
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation (2WD Models)INFOID:0000000001327398
COMPONENTS
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
 When removing the A/T assembly from engine, fi rst remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS)
from the A/T assembly.
 Be careful not to damage sensor edge.
1. Disconnect the battery cabl e from the negative terminal.
2. Remove engine cover.
3. Remove A/T fluid level gauge.
4. Remove engine under cover with power tool.
5. Remove front cross bar. Refer to FSU-6, "
Removal and Installation"
6. Remove exhaust front tube and center muffler with power tool. Refer to EX-3, "Component".
7. Remove three way catalyst. Refer to EM-26, "
Removal and Installation".
8. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to PR-9, "
Removal and Installation".
9. Remove control rod. Refer to AT-206, "
Control Rod Removal and Installation".
1. A/T fluid charging pipe 2. O-ring 3. Engine mounting insulator (rear)
4. Rear engine mounting member 5. Copper washer 6. Fluid cooler tube
7. Bracket 8. A/T assembly 9. A/T fluid level gauge
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
10. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from A/T assembly.CAUTION:
 Do not subject it to impact by dropping or hitting it.
 Do not disassemble.
 Do not allow metal filings, etc. to get on the sensor's front
edge magnetic area.
 Do not place in an area affected by magnetism.
11. Remove starter motor. Refer to SC-14, "
Removal and Installa-
tion [VQ35DE Engine Models (2WD)]".
12. Remove fluid cooler tube.
13. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to EM-30, "
Removal and Instal-
lation (2WD Models)".
14. Remove rear cover plate. Refer to EM-30, "
Removal and Installation (2WD Models)".
15. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening bolts for drive plate and torque converter.
CAUTION:
When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from
the front of the engine.
16. Support A/T assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION:
When setting the transmission j ack, be careful not to allow
it to collide agai nst the drain plug.
17. Remove rear engine mounting member with power tool.
18. Remove engine mounting insulator (rear).
19. Remove air breather hose. Refer to AT-239, "
Removal and Installation".
20. Disconnect A/T assembly harness connector.
21. Remove A/T fluid charging pipe from A/T assembly.
22. Remove O-ring from A/T fluid charging pipe.
23. Plug up openings such as the A/T fluid charging pipe hole, etc.
24. Remove bolts fixing A/T assembly to engine assembly with power tool.
25. Remove A/T assembly from vehicle with a transmission jack. Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.
 Secure A/T assembly to a transmission jack.
INSPECTION
Installation and Inspection of Torque Converter
 After inserting a torque converter to a A/T, be sure to check dis-
tance “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
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Distance “A” : 25.0 mm (0.98 in) or more
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