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6. Remove water pipe, as necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
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6. Remove water pipe, as necessary.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Oil Cooler
Check oil cooler for cracks. Check oi
l cooler for clogging by blowing through engine coolant inlet. If necessary,
replace oil cooler.
Relief Valve
Check relief valve for movement, cracks and breaks by pushing the ball. If replacement is necessary, remove
relief valve by prying it out with suitable tool. Install a new valve in place by tapping it.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
Make sure that no foreign objects are adhering to t he installation planes of oil cooler or oil pan.
Tighten connector bolt after aligning stopper on the oil pan side
with protrusion of oil cooler.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Make sure level of engine oil and engine coolant, and adjust engine oil and engine coolant. Refer to LU-
23, "Inspection" and CO-37, "Inspection".
2. Start engine, and make sure there is no leak of engine oil or engine coolant.
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and the engine coolant level again. Refer to LU-23, "
Inspection" and CO-37,
"Inspection".
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REMOVAL
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle. Refer to
EM-237, "Component".
2. Remove front cover. Refer to EM-199, "
Component".
3. Remove oil pump drive spacer. Set bolts in the two bolt holes [M6 × pitch 1.0 mm (0.04 in)] on
the front surface. Using suitable puller, pull oil pump drive
spacer off from crankshaft.
NOTE:
The dimension between the centers of the two bolt holes is 33
mm (1.30 in).
In the figure, a commercial steering puller is used.
4. Remove oil pump.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the oil pump.
2. Install oil pump drive spacer as follows:
1. Oil pump body 2. Oil pump outer rotor 3. Oil pump inner rotor
4. Oil pump cover 5. Oil pump drive spacer 6. Regulator valve
7. Regulator valve spring 8. Regulator valve plug
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a. Insert oil pump drive spacer according to the directions of crank-
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a. Insert oil pump drive spacer according to the directions of crank-
shaft key and the two flat surfaces of oil pump inner rotor.
If the positional relationship does not allow the insertion, rotateoil pump inner rotor with a finger to allow spacer.
b. After confirming that the position of each part is in correct condi- tion to allow for spacer, force fit spacer by lightly tapping with
plastic hammer until it contacts and does not go further.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level. refer to LU-23, "Inspection".
2. Start engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil.
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Check the engine oil level and adjust engine oil. Refer to LU-23, "
Inspection".
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000001325836
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove oil pump cover.
2. Remove oil pump inner rotor and oil pump outer rotor from oil pump body.
3. After removing regulator valve plug, remove regulator valve spring and regulator valve.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Oil Pump Clearance
Measure the clearance with feeler gauge.
- Clearance between oil pump outer rotor and oil pump body (Posi-
tion 1)
- Tip clearance between oil pump inner rotor and oil pump outer rotor (Position 2)
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 INNER ROTOR OUTER DIAMETER
PBIC0058E
Standard : 0.114 - 0.200 mm (0.0045 - 0.0079 in)
Standard : Below 0.180 mm (0.0071 in)
PBIC0139E
Standard : 0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 in)
Standard : 0.030 - 0.090 mm (0.0012 - 0.0035 in)
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OIL PUMP BODY INNER DIAMETER- Measure the inner diameter of oil pump body with inside microme- ter. (Position 6)
OIL PUMP INNER DIAMETER TO OIL PUMP BODY CLEARANCE
- (Clearance) = (Oil pump body inner diameter) – (Oil pump inner rotor outer diameter)
If the measured/calculated values are out of the standard, replace oil pump assembly.
Regulator Valve Clearance
(Clearance) = D1(Valve hole diameter) – D2(Regulator valve outer
diameter of valve)
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 regulator valve hole by its own weight.
ASSEMBLY
Note the following, and assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Install oil pump inner rotor and oil pump outer rotor with thepunched marks on the oil pump cover side.
PBIC0141E
PBIC0142E
Standard : 0.045 - 0.091 mm (0.0018 - 0.0036 in)
Standard : 0.040 - 0.097 mm (0.0016 - 0.0038 in)
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OIL PRESSURE
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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OIL PRESSURE
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
*: Engine oil temperature at 80
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ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
OIL PUMP
Unit: mm (in)
REGULATOR VALVE
Unit: mm (in)
Engine speed Approximate discharge oil 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 5.8 (6-1/8, 5-1/8)
Without oil filter change 5.2 (5-1/2, 4-5/8)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.0 (7-3/8, 6-1/8)
Oil pump body to oil pump outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.200 (0.0045 - 0.0079)
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 0.030 - 0.090 (0.0012 - 0.0035)
Oil pump inner rotor to oil pump body clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Regulator valve to oil pump body clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
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MAINTENANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PREPARATION .............................................. .....2
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......2
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................2
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................3
Explanation of General Maintenance .................. ......3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................................5
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ......5
Schedule 1 ................................................................5
Schedule 2 ................................................................7
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS .................................................................
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Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... ......9
Engine Oil Recommendation ....................................9
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ..........................10
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE) ....11
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ....11
Drive Belts Tension Adjustment ..............................11
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................12
Checking Fuel Line .................................................15
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .....................................15
Changing Engine Oil ...............................................15
Changing Oil Filter ..................................................16
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ......17
Checking EVAP Vapor Line ....................................18
ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE) ....19
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ....19
Tension Adjustment ................................................19
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................19
Checking Fuel Line .............................................. ....22
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .....................................22
Changing Engine Oil ................................................22
Changing Oil Filter ...................................................23
Changing Spark Plugs (Platinum-Tipped Type) ......24
Checking EVAP Vapor Line .....................................25
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ...........26
Checking Exhaust System ................................... ....26
Checking A/T Fluid ..................................................26
Changing A/T Fluid ..................................................27
Checking Transfer Fluid ..........................................28
Changing Transfer Fluid ..........................................28
Checking Propeller Shaft .........................................29
Checking Differential Gear Oil .................................29
Changing Differential Gear Oil .................................29
Balancing Wheels (Bonding Weight Type) ..............30
Tire Rotation ............................................................31
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ...................32
Checking Brake Line and Cables ............................32
Changing Brake Fluid ..............................................32
Checking Disc Brake ...............................................32
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage ......................33
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Line ................33
Axle and Suspension Parts .....................................34
Drive Shaft ...............................................................34
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latch .............35
Checking Seat Belt, Buckles, Retractors, Anchors
and Adjusters ...........................................................
35
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit ..................................................37
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SERVICE INFORMATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001328891
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001328892
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
KV10115801
(J38956)
Oil filter wrench Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)
S-NT375
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)
Description
Power tool
(—) Loosening nuts and bolts
Spark plug wrench
(—) Removing and installing spark plug
Belt tension gauge
(BT3373-F) Checking drive belt tension (VQ35DE)
PBIC0190E
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General maintenance includes those items which shoul d be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform
checks and inspections themselves or have their INFINITI dealers do them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
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Tires Check the pressure with a gauge, including the spare, at least once a month
and always prior to a long distance trips. Adjust to the specified pressure if nec-
essary. Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear. —
Wheel nuts When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary. —
Windshield Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). MA-31
Transmitter compo-
nents in tire pressure
monitoring system
(TPMS)Replace grommet seal, valve core and cap of the transmitter in TPMS every tire
replacement by reaching wear limit of tire.
WT-10
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel
balancing may be needed. MA-30
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Windshield wiper
blades Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly. —
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the trunk
lid and back hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if
necessary. Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening
when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently. MA-35
Lamps
Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head-
lamp aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. —
Item
Reference page
Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly. —
Windshield wiper and
washer Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.
—
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steering
condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in) —
Seats Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every po-
sition. Check that the head restrains move up and down smoothly and that the
locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches
lock securely for folding-down rear seatbacks. —
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters
and retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely.
Check the belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-35
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