2008 INFINITI FX35 oil viscosity

EC-136
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
OK >>
INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 15.
15.DISCONNECT AND RECONNE CT ECM HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector. Check pin terminal and connector for damage, and then reconnect it.
>> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F AL PHA-B2” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and make sure that the
each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-96, "
Symptom Matrix Chart".
17.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and make sure that the indication is within the
SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
- Engine oil level is too high
- Engine oil viscosity
- Belt tension of power steering, alternat or, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
- Noise from engine
- Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
- Valve clearance malfunction
- Intake valve timing control function malfunction
- Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19.CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.
 Crushed air ducts
 Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element
 Uneven dirt of air cleaner element
 Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
20.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, and “B/F UEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and
make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (“B/FUEL SCHDL” is more, “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” are less than the SP value)>>GO TO 21.
21.DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
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EC-714
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
OK >>
INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 15.
15.DISCONNECT AND RECONNE CT ECM HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector. Check pin terminal and connector for damage, and then reconnect it.
>> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F AL PHA-B2” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and make sure that the
each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-673, "
Symptom Matrix Chart".
17.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and make sure that the indication is within the
SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
- Engine oil level is too high
- Engine oil viscosity
- Belt tension of power steering, alternat or, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
- Noise from engine
- Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
- Valve clearance malfunction
- Intake valve timing control function malfunction
- Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19.CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.
 Crushed air ducts
 Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element
 Uneven dirt of air cleaner element
 Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
20.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, and “B/F UEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and
make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (“B/FUEL SCHDL” is more, “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” are less than the SP value)>>GO TO 21.
21.DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
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FFD-8
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DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
Changing Differential Gear OilINFOID:0000000001327481
DRAINING
1. Stop engine.
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem-bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to FFD-17, "
Disas-
sembly and Assembly", FFD-17, "Disassembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to FFD-17, "
Disas-
sembly and Assembly", FFD-17, "Disassembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
Checking Differential Gear OilINFOID:0000000001327482
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
 Make sure that oil is not leaking fr om final drive assembly or around it.
 Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
 Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly.
Refer to FFD-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly", FFD-17, "Disas-
sembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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Oil grade and Viscosity:
Refer to MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Oil capacity:
Approx. 0.65 (1-3/8 US pt, 1-1/8 Imp pt)
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ENGINE OILLU-7
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Oc. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with running engine.
Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000001325814
WARNING:
 Be careful not to get burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.
 Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine
oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thorough ly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up the engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-5, "
Inspec-
tion".
3. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap and then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30, "
Component (2WD Models)".
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specificat ion and viscosity:
Refer to MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, lmp qt)
CAUTION:
 When filling engine oil, do not pull out oil level gauge.
 The refill capacity depends on the engine oi l temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
 Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
8. Warm up the engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for engine oil leakage.
9. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-5, "
Inspection".
Oil pressure switch:
: 14.8 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
Oil pan drain plug: : 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
Drain and refill With oil filter change 4.7 (5, 4-1/8)
Without oil filter change 4.4 (4-5/8, 3-7/8)
Dry engine (Overhaul) 5.4 (5-3/4, 4-3/4)
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ENGINE OILLU-25
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6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to
EM-183, "Component".
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specificat ion and viscosity:
Refer to MA-9, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:
 The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.
 Always use oil level gauge to determine the proper amount of engine oil in engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
10. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-23, "
Inspection".
Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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)
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSMA-9
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000001328897
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0 °C (32 °F).
*4: Canada NISSAN Au tomatic Transmission Fluid or DEXRON
TM VI type ATF may also be used.
*5: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.
Engine Oil RecommendationINFOID:0000000001328898
NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conser ving oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubri-
cant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) certification and SAE viscosity standard. These oils
have the API certification mark on the front of the c ontainer. Oils which do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause engine damage.
Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measure Imp mea-
sure Liter
Engine oil
Drain and
refill With oil fil-
ter change
VK45DE 6-1/8 qt 5-1/8 qt 5.8
 Engine oil with API Certification Mark*1
 Viscosity SAE 5W-30
VQ35DE 5 qt 4 - 1/8 qt 4.7
Without oil
filter
change VK45DE 5-1/2 qt 4-5/8 qt 5.2
VQ35DE 4-5/8 qt 3-7/8 qt 4.4
Dry engine (Overhaul) VK45DE 7-3/8 qt 6-1/8 qt 7.0
VQ35DE 5-3/4 qt 4-3/4 qt 5.4
Cooling
system With res-
ervoir tank
VK45DE 10-5/8 qt 8-3/4 qt 10.0
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/ Coolant
or equivalent
VQ35DE 9-1/8 qt 7-5/8 qt 8.6
Reservoir
tank VK45DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
VQ35DE 7/8 qt 3/4 qt 0.8
Automatic transmission fluid 10-7/8 qt 9-1/8 qt 10.3 Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Differential gear oil Front 1-3/8 pt 1-1/8 pt 0.65 Genuine NI
SSAN Differential Oil Hypoid Super
GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity SAE 80W-
90 *3
Rear 3 pt 2-1/2 pt 1.40
Transfer fluid 2-5/8 pt 2-1/4 pt 1.25 Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continental U.S.
and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN Automatic
Transmission Fluid or equivalent (if available)
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0 Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*4
Brake fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Super He
avy Duty Brake Flu-
id*5 or equivalent
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116)
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid — — — Genuine NISSAN Windshie
ld Washer Concen-
trate Cleaner & Antifreeze or equivalent
Fuel
recommendation VK45DE — — —
Refer to
GI-5, "
Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded
Premium Gasoline Required)"
VQ35DE——— Refer to
GI-5, "Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded
Premium Gasoline Recommended)"
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VQ35DE ENGINE)MA-15
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4. Run the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to CO-10, "
Changing Engine Coolant".
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LineINFOID:0000000001328903
Inspect fuel lines, filler cap and tank for improper attachment, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections , chafing or deterioration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterINFOID:0000000001328904
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between
replacement intervals. Refer to MA-5
.
Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000001328905
WARNING:
 Be careful not to burn yoursel f, as engine oil may be hot.
 Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thorough ly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up the engine, and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer to LU-5, "
Inspec-
tion".
3. Stop the engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap and then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-30
.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specificat ion and viscosity:
Refer to MA-9
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Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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MA-22
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE (VK45DE ENGINE)
5. Rev engine two or three times under no-load.
6. Stop engine and wait until it cools down.
7. Drain water from the system. Refer to "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT".
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 until clear water begins to drain from radiator.
Checking Fuel LineINFOID:0000000001328912
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
Changing Air Cleaner FilterINFOID:0000000001328913
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals. Refer to MA-5.
1. Remove air duct (inlet), air cleaner case and mass air flow sensor assembly. Refer to EM-173
.
2. Remove air cleaner filter from air cleaner case.
Changing Engine OilINFOID:0000000001328914
WARNING:
 Be careful not to burn yoursel f, as engine oil may be hot.
 Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause ski n cancer. Try to avoid direct skin
contact with used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as
soon as possible.
1. Remove front engine undercover with power tool.
2. Warm up engine, put vehicle horizontally and check for engine oil leakage from engine components. Refer
to LU-23, "
Inspection".
3. Stop engine and wait for 15 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap, and then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer. Refer to EM-183
.
CAUTION:
Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Engine oil specification and viscosity:
Refer to MA-9
.
Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:
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Oil pan drain plug:
: 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
PBIC0993E
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)
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