2008 INFINITI FX35 Brake System

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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
Check Stop Lamp Switch
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1.CHECK STOP LAMP SWIT CH POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect stop lamp switch connector.
2. Check voltage between stop lamp switch connector E210 termi- nal 1 (GY) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace harness between stop lamp switch and fuse.
2.CHECK STOP LAMP SWITCH OPERATION
Check continuity between stop la mp switch connector E210 terminal
1 and 2.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Replace stop lamp switch.
3.CHECK STOP LAMP SWITCH GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Check continuity between stop lamp switch connector E210 ter- minal 2 (P) and Intelligent Key unit connector M34 terminal 26
(P/L).
2. Check continuity between stop lamp switch connector E210 ter- minal 2 (P) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Stop lamp switch is OK.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
Check Park Position SwitchINFOID:0000000001327865
1.CHECK PARK POSITION SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition knob LOCK position.
2. Check voltage between Intelligent Key unit connector and ground. 1 (GY) - Ground : Battery voltage
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Brake pedal depressed : Continuity should exist.
Brake pedal not de-
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: Continuity should not exist.
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2 (P) - 26 (P/L) : Continuity should exist.
2 (P) - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
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BR-1
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CONTENTS
BRAKE SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......2
Precaution for Brake System ....................................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ......3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......4
BRAKE PEDAL .............................................. .....5
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ......5
Component ................................................................6
Removal and Installation ...........................................6
BRAKE FLUID .....................................................8
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ......8
Drain and Refill ..........................................................8
Bleeding Brake System .............................................8
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE ................................10
Hydraulic Circuit .................................................. ....10
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Tube and
Brake Hose .............................................................
10
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping
and Brake Hose ......................................................
11
Inspection After Installation .....................................11
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ........................ ....12
On-Board Inspection ........................................... ....12
Component ..............................................................12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
Disassembly and Assembly ....................................13
BRAKE BOOSTER ...........................................14
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ....14
Component ..............................................................14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
VACUUM LINES ...............................................16
Component ..............................................................16
Removal and Installation .........................................16
Inspection ................................................................16
FRONT DISC BRAKE .......................................18
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ....18
Component ..............................................................18
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ...................19
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assem-
bly ........................................................................ ....
19
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper As-
sembly .....................................................................
20
Brake Burnishing Procedure ....................................23
REAR DISC BRAKE .........................................24
On-Vehicle Inspection ......................................... ....24
Component ..............................................................24
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ...................25
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assem-
bly ........................................................................ ....
25
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper As-
sembly .....................................................................
26
Brake Burnishing Procedure ....................................29
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
30
General Specification ..............................................30
Brake Pedal .............................................................30
Brake Booster ..........................................................30
Check Valve ............................................................30
Front Disc Brake ......................................................30
Rear Disc Brake ......................................................30
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BR-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM” and “SEAT BELTS” of this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISS AN/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SUPPLEMEN TAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM”.
 Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000001612920
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000001327604
 Clean dust on front brake and rear brake with a vacuum dust collector. Do not blow with compressed air.
 Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”. MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
 Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
 Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
 To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper and wheel cylinder, use new brake fluid.
 Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
 Use a flare nut crowfoot and torque wrench when installing brake
tube.
 When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.
 Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect connec- tors for ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or battery neg-
ative terminal.
 Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal
occurs at very low mileage.
Refer to BR-23, "
Brake Burnishing Procedure" (Front disc brake),
BR-29, "
Brake Burnishing Procedure" (Rear disc brake).
WARNING:
 Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cl oth, then clean with a dust collector.
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BR-8
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BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
On-Board InspectionINFOID:0000000001327610
LEVEL CHECK
 Make sure the fluid level in reservoir tank is within the standard(between MAX and MIN lines).
 Visually check around reservoir tank for fluid leakage.
 If fluid level is excessively low, check brake system for leakage.
 Release parking brake pedal and see if brake warning lamp goes off. If not, check brake system for fluid leakage.
Drain and RefillINFOID:0000000001327611
CAUTION:
 Refill with new brake fluid “DOT3”.
 Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
 Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it way cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted surfaces of bo dy, immediately wipe it off and them wash it away with water
immediately.
 Before working, disconnect connectors of ABS actua tor and electric unit (control unit) or battery
negative terminal.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to each bleed valve.
2. Depress brake pedal, loosen each bleed valve, and gradually remove brake fluid.
3. Make sure there is no foreign material in reservoir tank, and refill with new brake fluid.
4. Rest foot on brake pedal. Loosen bleed valve. Slowly depress pedal until it stops. Tighten bl eed valve. Release brake pedal.
Repeat this process a few times, then pause to add new brake
fluid to master cylinder. Continue until new brake fluid flows out.
5. Bleed Air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding Brake System".
Bleeding Brake SystemINFOID:0000000001327612
CAUTION:
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BRAKE FLUIDBR-9
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 Carefully monitor brake fluid level in reservoir tank during bleeding operation.
 Refill with new brake fluid “DOT 3”. Make sure it is at least half
way at all times while bleeding air out of system.
 Place a container under master cylinder not to spill brake fluid.
 Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit) or battery negative terminal.
 Bleed air in the following order. Right rear brake → Left front
brake → Left rear brake → Right front brake
1. Connect a transparent vinyl tube to bleed valve.
2. Fully depress brake pedal several times.
3. With brake pedal depressed, open bleed valve to release air.
4. Close bleed valve.
5. Release brake pedal slowly.
6. Repeat steps 2, through 5, until clear brake fluid comes out of bleed valve.
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BR-10
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BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE
Hydraulic CircuitINFOID:0000000001327613
CAUTION:
 All brake hoses and tubes must be free from excessive bending, twisting and pulling.
 Make sure there is no interference with other part s when turning steering both clockwise and coun-
terclockwise.
 The brake tubes and hoses is an important safety pa rt. If a brake fluid leak is detected, always disas-
semble the parts. Replace applicable part with a new one, if necessary.
 Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it way cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted surfaces of bo dy, immediately wipe it off and them wash it away with water
immediately.
 Do not bend or twist brake hose sharply, or strongly pull it.
 When removing components, cover br ake line connections so that no dirt, no dust, or other foreign
matter gets in.
 Refill with new brake fluid “ DOT 3 ”.
 Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
Removal and Installation of Fr ont Brake Tube and Brake HoseINFOID:0000000001327614
REMOVAL
1. Drain brake fluid. Refer to BR-8, "Drain and Refill".
2. Using a flare nut wrench, remove brake tube from brake hose.
3. Remove union bolt and remove brake hose from caliper assembly.
4. Remove lock plate and remove brake hose from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position brake hose by aligning with the protrusion on caliper assembly, and them tighten union bolt to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse copper washer.
2. Install brake hose to brake tube. Temporarily tighten flare nut by hand as much as possible. Secure them it to bracket with lock
plate.
3. Using a flare nut torque wrench, tighten flare nut to the specified
torque.
4. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding Brake
System".
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BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERBR-13
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5. Remove master cylinder assembly mounting nut, re move master cylinder assembly from the vehicle.
Refer to BR-14, "
Removal and Installation".
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
 Refill with new brake fluid “DOT3”.
 Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install in the reverse order of removal, and tight en mounting nuts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-14,
"Component".
2. Refill brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding Brake System".
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000001327620
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
 Master cylinder can not be disassembled.
 Remove reservoir tank only when absolutely necessary.
1. Remove pin (1).
2. Remove reservoir tank and grommet from master cylinder
assembly.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
 Do not use mineral oil such as kerosene, g asoline during the cleaning and assembly process.
 Do not drop parts. If a part is dropped, do not use it.
1. Apply brake fluid grommet and attach to master cylinder assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse grommet.
Do not reuse pin.
2. Install reservoir tank onto master cylinder assembly.
3. Install pin (1).
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BRAKE BOOSTERBR-15
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CAUTION:
 Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted surfaces of body, immediately wipe it off and them wash it away with water
immediately.
 Be careful not to deform or bend brake tube while removing and installing brake booster.
 Replace clevis pin if it is damaged.
 Be careful not to damage brake booster stud bolt thr eads. If brake booster is tilted or inclined during
installation, dash panel may damage the threads.
 Install the check valve in the correct direction.
1. Remove vacuum hose from brake booster. Refer to BR-16
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2. Remove brake master cylinder. Refer to BR-12, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect harness connector from brake booster assembly. (ICC model)
4. Remove snap pin and clevis pin from inside the vehicle. Refer to BR-6, "
Component".
5. Remove nuts from brake booster and brake pedal bracket.
6. Remove brake booster assembly from engine room.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Output Rod Length Inspection
1. Using a handy vacuum pump, apply a vacuum of –66.7 kPa (– 500 mmHg, –19.69 inHg) to brake booster.
2. Check output rod length.
INSTALLATION
1. Loosen lock nut to adjust input r od length so that the length “B”
(shown in the figure) satisfies the specified value.
2. After adjusting “B”, temporarily tighten lock nut to install brake booster assembly to the vehicle. At this time, make sure to
install a gasket between brake booster assembly and the engine
room.
3. Connect brake pedal with clevis of input rod.
4. Install brake pedal bracket mounting nuts and bolt and tighten them to the specified torque. BR-6, "
Component".
5. Install brake tube from brake master cylinder to ABS actuator. Refer to BR-10, "
Hydraulic Circuit".
6. Install master cylinder to booster assembly. Refer to BR-12, "
Removal and Installation".
7. Adjust the height and play of brake pedal. BR-5, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
8. Tighten lock nut of input rod to the specified torque. Refer to BR-14, "
Component".
9. Bleed air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding Brake System".
Standard dimension when
applying a vacuum of
− 66.7 kPa ( −500 mmHg, −19.69 inHg):
15.6 − 15.9 mm (0.614 − 0.626 in)
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Length “B” : 126.5 mm (4.98 in)
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