2008 INFINITI FX35 instrument cluster removal

ATC-116
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DUCTS AND GRILLES
DUCTS AND GRILLES
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001328216
COMPONENT LAYOUT
REMOVAL
Removal of Center Ventilator Grilles
1. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-10.
2. Remove mounting screws, and then remove center ventilator grilles.
Removal of Side Ventilation
Remove side ventilation. Refer to IP-10.
Removal of Rear Ventilator Grilles
1. Remove center pillar lower garnish. Refer to IP-10.
1. Defroster nozzle 2. Side defroster duct (left) 3. Side ventilator duct (left)
4. Instrument panel 5. Side ventilation (left) 6. Center ventilator grille (left)
7. Center ventilator grille (right) 8. Side ventilation (right) 9. Center ventilator duct (right)
10. Side ventilator duct (right) 11. Side defroster duct (right) 12. Center ventilator duct
13. Center ventilator duct (left)
PJIA0166E
RJIA2048E
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AUDIOAV-41
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3. Check the signal between audio unit harness connector M60 terminal 22 and ground with CONSULT-III or oscilloscope.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END (System is OK.)
NG >> Replace unified meter and A/C amp.
Locking CD Auto-Changer MechanismINFOID:0000000001328690
CAUTION:
 Prior to removing a malfunctioning CD auto-changer unit that will be shipped for repair, the changer mechanism MUST BE LOCKED to prevent the mech anism from being damaged during shipping.
 If a CD is jammed or unable to be removed from th e unit, do NOT lock the changer mechanism. If the
unit is to be shipped for repair, carefully package the unit to prevent vibration and shock.
DAMPER LOCK PROCEDURE
1. Eject and remove any CDs from the audio unit.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF. Wait until audio unit display is off and mechanism stops moving (mechanism
sound stops).
3. Press any one of the disc selection buttons once. When a display shows on the audio unit, press the
same disc selection button again within 5 seconds.
 The changer mechanism will lock itself within 10 seconds.
4. After mechanism stops moving (mechanism s ound stops), open the driver and passenger window, and
then disconnect negative battery cable.
NOTE:
After installing a new or remanufactured audio unit, switching the audio unit ON will automatically unlock the
mechanism. A special unlocking procedure is not required.
Removal and Installation of Audio UnitINFOID:0000000001328691
REMOVAL
1. Perform damper lock operation. Refer to AV-41, "Locking CD Auto-Changer Mechanism".
2. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-10
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3. Remove screws (6) with power tool, and remove audio unit with display and unified meter and A/C amp. from instrument panel.
4. Remove screws and remove audio unit.
INSTALLATION
Te r m i n a l Condition Reference
signal
(+) (–)
22 Ground When vehicle speed is ap-
prox. 40 km/h (25 MPH)
SKIA6809E
ELF1080D
SKIA5800E
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSISBL-9
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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.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001327781
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The 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 while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the ar eas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) 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. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESEI-7
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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.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001328057
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The 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 while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the ar eas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) 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. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESGW-7
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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 originallyoccurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001327958
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installationinformation.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The 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 isolat e a squeak or rattle. If you saturatet he 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 procedures also apply to thecenter 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 startsand stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the ar eas 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 intothe trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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IP-6
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in 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.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001328085
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The 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. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLYIP-11
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001328088
WORK STEP
When removing instrument panel and pad, combination me ter, display unit and audio unit, center console take
steps in the order shown by the numbers below.
CAUTION:
 Disconnect both battery cables in advance.
 Disconnect air bag system line in advance.
 Never temper with air bag lid or force air bag lid to open, as this may adversely affect air bag perfor-
mance.
 Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
10. Lighting and turn signal switch 11. Combination meter bracket 12. Cluster lid C
13. Steering column upper cover 14. Steering column lower cover 15. Steering column front lower cover
16. Instrument side panel (LH) 17. Instrument clock finisher assembly 18. A/T console finisher assembly
19. Instrument driver lower panel 20. Center console 21. Instrument side panel (RH)
22. Instrument lower cover 23. Instrument passenger lower panel 24. Side ventilation (RH)
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Parts Reference
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panel and pad Combination
meter Display unit
and audio unit Center console
(A) Front kicking plate (RH/LH) EI-38
[1] [1]
(B) Dash side finisher (RH/LH) EI-38
[2] [2]
(C) Front pillar garnish (RH/LH) EI-38
[3]
(D) A/T select lever knob AT- 2 0 5
[4] [1]
(E) Instrument clock finisher assembly (E) Instrument
Clock Finisher [5] [2]
(F) A/T console finisher assembly (F) A/T Console
Finisher [6] [3]
(G) Instrument side panel (RH/LH) (G) Instrument
Side Panel (RH/LH) [7] [4]
(H) Center console (H) Center
Console [8] [5]
(I) Instrument lower cover (I) Instrument
Lower Cover [9]
(J) Instrument passenger lower panel (J) Instrument
Passenger Lower
Panel [10]
(K) Instrument driver lower panel (K) Instrument
Driver Lower Panel [11] [3]
(L) Steering column front lower cover (L) Steering
Column Front Lower Cover [12] [4]
(M) Steering column lower cover (M) Steering
Column Lower
Cover [13] [5]
(N) Steering column upper cover (N) Steering
Column Upper Cover [14] [6]
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IP-12
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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
[]: Number indicates step in removal procedures.
REMOVAL
(A) Front Kicking Plate (RH/LH)
Remove front kicking plate (RH/LH). Refer to EI-38.
(B) Dash Side Finisher (RH/LH)
1. Remove plastics nut.
2. Remove dash side finisher (RH/LH). Refer to EI-38
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(C) Front Pillar Garnish (RH/LH)
Pull to inside of vehicle, disengage metal clips and remove front pillar garnish. Refer to EI-38.
(D) A/T Select Lever Knob
1. Pull down knob cover.
2. Remove lock-pin of select lever knob.
3. Lift up select lever knob and remove select lever knob.
Refer to AT-205, "
Control Device Removal and Installation".
(E) Instrument Clock Finisher
1. Remove screw and then pull back to your side of instrument
clock finisher.
2. Disconnect clips and harness connector, and remove instrument clock finisher.
(F) A/T Console Finisher
(O) Wiper and washer switch (O) Wiper and
Washer Switch [15] [7]
(P) Lighting and turn signal switch (P) Lighting and
Turn Signal Switch [16] [8]
(Q) Steering lock escutcheon (Q) Steering Lock
Escutcheon [17] [9]
(R) Combination meter assembly (R) Combination
Meter Assembly [18] [10]
(S) Cluster lid C (S) Cluster Lid C [19] [1] (T) Display unit and audio unit (T) Display Unit
and Audio Unit [20] [2]
(U) Front defroster grille (RH/LH) (U) Front
Defroster Grille (RH/LH) [21]
(V) Combination meter bracket (V) Combination
Meter Bracket [22]
(W) Side ventilation (RH/LH) (W) Side
Ventilation (RH/LH) [23]
(X) Instrument panel and pad (X) Instrument
Panel and Pad [24]
Parts
Reference
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panel and pad Combination
meter Display unit
and audio unit Center console
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