Infiniti FX35 / FX45. Manual - part 279

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RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)

2.

Install new sealing rubber while pushing it with fingers.

CAUTION:

Be careful not to twist sealing rubber.

3.

Caulk tank in numerical order as shown in the figure with radia-
tor plate pliers A (SST).

• Use pliers in the locations where radiator plate pliers A [SST:

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4.

Make sure that the rim is completely crimped down.

SLC917A

SLC904-A

PBIC2076E

SLC897

Standard height “H”

: 8.0 - 8.4 mm (0.315 - 0.331 in)

SLC554A

RADIATOR (ALUMINUM TYPE)

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Make sure that there is no leakage. Refer to "INSPECTION".

INSPECTION

1.

Apply pressure with radiator cap tester adapter (commercial ser-
vice tool) and radiator cap tester (commercial service tool).
• provide used radiator and connect it to tested radiator using

radiator hoses as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
The used radiator should be tested beforehand to confirm it
has no leakage. If used one is not available, it is possible to
use new service part as a radiator testing tool. 

WARNING:

To prevent the risk of hose coming undone while under pressure, securely fasten it down with
hose clamp.

CAUTION:

Attach hose to A/T fluid cooler to seal its inlet and outlet.

2.

Check for leakage by soaking radiator in water container with
the testing pressure applied.

Testing pressure

: 157 kPa (1.6 kg/cm

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, 23 psi)

PBIC5158E

PBIC1699E

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COOLING FAN

COOLING FAN

Component (Crankshaft Driven type)

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1.

Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to 

EM-173, "Component"

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2.

Remove engine front undercover with power tool.

3.

Remove radiator shroud (lower). Refer to 

CO-40, "Component"

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4.

Remove drive belts. Refer to 

EM-170, "Component"

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5.

Remove fan coupling and cooling fan assembly.

CAUTION:

Do not damage or scratch radiator core when removing.

6.

Remove cooling fan from fan coupling.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Fan Coupling

Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions. 
• If anything is found, replace fan coupling.

Cooling Fan

Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.
• If anything is found, replace cooling fan.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, install in the reverse order of removal.
• Install cooling fan with its front mark “F” facing front of vehicle. Refer to "Removal and Installation".

1.

Cooling fan

2.

Fan coupling

3.

Fan and water pump pulley

4.

Water pump

PBIC1537E

SLC072

COOLING FAN

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Component (Motor Driven Type)

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Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1.

Remove front grille. Refer to 

EI-22, "Component Parts Location"

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2.

Disconnect harness connector from fan motor.

3.

Remove cooling fan assembly.

CAUTION:

Do not damage or scratch A/C condenser when removed.

INSTALLATION

Install in the reverse order of removal.
• Cooling fan is controlled by ECM. For details. Refer to  

EC-1030, "Description"

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Disassembly and Assembly (Motor Driven Type)

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DISASSEMBLY

1.

Remove cooling fan from fan motor.

2.

Remove fan motor from fan grille.

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Cooling Fan

Inspect cooling fan for crack or unusual bend.
• If anything is found, replace cooling fan.

ASSEMBLY

Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

1.

Cooling fan

2.

Fan grille

3.

Fan motor

PBIC1666E