2008 INFINITI FX35 air condition

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work FlowINFOID:0000000001328030
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the c onditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to RF-8, "
Diagnostic Worksheet". This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.
 The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to obtain all the facts and conditions that exist w hen the noise occurs (or does not occur).
 If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer is
concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.
 After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.
 Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fa st movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces=higher pitch noise/softer surfaces=l ower pitch noises/edge to surface=chirping
 Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow mo vement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity.
 Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contac t/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
 Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/someti mes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
 Tick—(Like a clock second hand) Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
 Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise) Thump characteristics include softer k nock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
 Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include hi gh frequency rattle/firm contact.
 Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may judge as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.
 Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperat ure, may have a great effect on noise level.
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or lo cation of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
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If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half- clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
 Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
 If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, che ck ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool (Chassis Ear: J39570, Engine Ea r and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
 removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from. Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
 tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only tem-
porarily.
 feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
 placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
 looking for loose components and contact marks. Refer to RF-6, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting".
REPAIR THE CAUSE
 If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
 If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
- separate components by repositioning or loos ening and retightening the component, if possible.
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts Depart-
ment.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J43980). Each item can be ordered
separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 × 135 mm (3.94 × 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 × 85 mm (2.36 × 3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15 ×
25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact.Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 × 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50
× 50 mm (1.97 × 1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW(TEFLON) TAPE
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
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Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. Cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noi se. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas).Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or ra ttle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation pr ocedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them wh ile driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J43980) to repair the noise.
TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. Trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, se curing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sunvisor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the pos ition the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplic ated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. Rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of thes e incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs c an usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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Work FlowINFOID:0000000001328040
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the outline of system. Refer to RF-10, "
System Description".
3. According to the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction. Refer to RF-15,
"Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom".
4. Does sunroof system operate normally? If Yes, GO TO 5. If No, GO TO 3.
5. INSPECTION END.
CONSULT-III Function (BCM)INFOID:0000000001328041
ACTIVE TEST
WORK SUPPORT
DATA MONITOR
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by SymptomINFOID:0000000001328042
BCM diagnostic test item Check item diagnostic test mode Content Refer to page
RETAINED PWR Work support Changes setting of each function.
“WORK SUP-
PORT”
Data monitor Displays the input data of BCM in real time. “DATA MONI-
TOR”
Active test Gives a drive signal to a load to check the operation. “ACTIVE
TEST”
Test Item Description
RETAINED PWR This test is able to supply RAP signal (powe
r) from BCM (body control module) to power window
system and power sunroof system (if equipped). Those systems can be operated when turning on
“RETAINED PWR” on CONSULT-III screen even if the ignition switch is turned OFF.
NOTE:
During this test, CONSULT-III can be operated with ignition switch in OFF position. “RETAINED
PWR” should be turned ON or OFF on CONSULT-III screen when ignition switch is ON. Then turn
ignition switch OFF to check retained power operation. CONSULT-III might be stuck if “RETAINED
PWR” is turned to ON or OFF on CONSULT- III screen when ignition switch is OFF.
Work item Description
RETAINED PWR Rap signal’s power supply period can be changed by mode setting. Selects rap signal’s power sup-
ply period between three steps
 MODE1 (45 sec.) / MODE2 (OFF) / MODE 3 (2 min.).
Monitor item Description
IGN ON SW Indicates [ON / OFF] condition of ignition switch
DOOR SW–DR Indicates [ON / OFF] condition of front door switch driver side
DOOR SW–AS Indicates [ON / OFF] condition of front door switch passenger side
Symptom Diagnostic procedure and repair order Refer to page
Sunroof does not operate. 1. Check BCM power supply and ground circuit.
RF-16
2. Check sunroof motor assembly power supply and ground circuit.RF-16
3. Check sunroof switch system. RF-18
4. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-22
Motor does not stop at the sunroof fully -open or
fully- closed position.1. Check initialization procedure.
RF-10
2. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-22
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SUNROOF
3. Check voltage between BCM connector M4 terminal 53, 54 andground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check condition of harness and connector.
NG >> Replace BCM.
Check Sunroof Switch SystemINFOID:0000000001328045
1.CHECK SUNROOF SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check voltage between sunroof motor assembly connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace sunroof motor assembly.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK SUNROOF SWITCH CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect sunroof motor assembly and sunroof switch connector.
3. Check continuity between sunroof motor assembly c onnector R5 terminal 1, 5 and sunroof switch connec-
tor R56 terminal 1, 3.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace harness between sunroof motor assembly and sunroof switch.
3.CHECK SUNROOF SWITCH GROUND CIRCUIT
Check continuity between sunroof switch connector R56 terminal 2 and ground. 53 (Y/B) – Ground : Battery voltage
54 (W) – Ground : Battery voltage
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Connector
Terminals (Wire color)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
R5 1 (BR)
GroundSunroof switch is operated
TILT UP or SLIDE CLOSE
0
Other than above Battery voltage
5 (LG) Sunroof switch is operated
TILT DOWN or SLIDE OPEN
0
Other than above Battery voltage
PIIA6155E
1 (BR) – 3 (BR) : Continuity should exist.
5 (LG) – 1 (LG) : Continuity should exist.
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OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
4.CHECK SUNROOF SWITCH
Check continuity between sunroof switch terminal 1, 3 and 2.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace sunroof motor assembly.
NG >> Replace sunroof switch.
Check Door SwitchINFOID:0000000001328046
1.CHECK DOOR SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL With CONSULT-III
Check (“DOOR SW-DR” and “DOOR SW-AS”) in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
Without CONSULT-III
Check voltage between BCM connector M3, B14 terminals 12, 62 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Door switch is OK.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK DOOR SWITCH CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 2 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
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Terminals Condition Continuity
1 2Sunroof switch is operated
TILT DOWN or SLIDE OPEN
Ye s
Other than above No
3 Sunroof switch is operated
TILT UP or SLIDE CLOSE
Ye s
Other than above No
PIIA6157E
Monitor item Condition
DOOR SW-DR OPEN : ON
CLOSE : OFF
DOOR SW-AS OPEN : ON
CLOSE : OFF
Item Terminals (Wire color)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
Passenger side
door switch 12 (P/B)
Ground OPEN 0
CLOSE Battery voltage
Driver side door
switch 62 (W) OPEN 0
CLOSE Battery voltage
PIIA6158E
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2. Remove side flanges.
3. Rotate drive pinion back and forth 2 to 3 times to check for unusual noise and rotation malfunction.
4. Rotate drive pinion at least 20 times to check for smooth operation of the bearing.
5. Measure total preload with the preload gauge.
NOTE:
Total preload torque = Pinion bearing preload torque + Side
bearing preload torque
 If measured value is out of the specification, disassemble it to
check and adjust each part. Adjust the pinion bearing preload and
side bearing preload.
Adjust the pinion bearing preload first, then adjust the side bearing preload.
Drive Gear Runout
1. Remove rear cover. Refer to "Differential Assembly".
2. Fit a dial indicator to the drive gear back face.
3. Rotate the drive gear to measure runout.
 If the runout is outside of the repair limit, check drive gear assem- bly condition; foreign material may be caught between drive gear
and differential case, or differential case or drive gear may be
deformed, etc.
CAUTION:
Replace drive gear and dri ve pinion gear as a set.
Tooth Contact
1. Remove rear cover. Refer to "Differential Assembly".Tool number A: KV38100800 (J-25604-01)
Tool number A: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)
Total preload torque:
2.85 - 3.75 N·m (0.29 - 0.38 kg-m, 26 - 33 in-lb)
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When the preload torque is largeOn pinion bearings: Replace the collapsible spacer.
On side bearings: Use thinner side bearing adjusting washers by the same amount to
each side. Refer to RFD-38, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
When the preload is small On pinion bearings: Tighten the drive pinion lock nut.
On side bearings: Use thicker side bearing adjusting washers by the same amount to
each side. Refer to RFD-38, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
Runout limit: 0.05 mm (0.0020 in)
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