2008 INFINITI FX35 Service Manual

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001325866
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
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Except cool-
ing system 
parts mal-
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Abusive driving
High engine rpm un

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COOLING SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling CircuitINFOID:0000000001325867
System ChartINFOID:0000000001325868
PBIC4865E
PBIC4866E
3AA93ABC3ACD3AC03ACA3AC03AC63AC53A91

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LEVEL CHECK
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ENGINE COOLANT
4. Check drained engine coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If contaminated, flush the  engine cooling system. Refe

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8. Refill reservoir tank to “MAX” level line with engine coolant.
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RADIATOR
RADIATOR
ComponentINFOID:0000000001325871
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001325872
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Do not remove radiator cap when engine is hot

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6. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses. 
 Install blind plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid.
7. Remove radiator shroud (lo