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M35 / M45 Specifications

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By: szhosian The posts in this thread are the basic technical specifications and other information of the various M models. Remember to click the pictures to see larger images, etc. The information presented was collected and gathered from public web sites, as well as various Nissan and Infiniti User’s Guides, Owner’s Manuals and Service Manuals […]

Infiniti J30 Specifications and Technical FAQ

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By: driverdriver This post is divided into six sections: Post Content: (1.0) J30 General Information (2.0) J30 & Media (3.0) J30 Modifications & Maintenance (4.0) Is this normal? (5.0) What should I look for in a used J30? (6.0) J30 Wisdom (from owners who’ve learned the hard way) (1.0) J30 General Information (1.1) When did […]

Infiniti G35: Technical Data / Specifications / Capacities

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By rydwhite 2003/2004 G35 Sedan Engine: 3.5 liter V6 (VQ 35) Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive/Optional All-wheel drive (G35X) Horsepower: 260 @ 6,000 RPM Torque: 260 lb-ft @4,800 RPM Suspension: Front: Independent, forged-aluminum multi-link with coil springs over ripple-control shock absorbers, stabilizer bar. Rear: Independent, forged-aluminum multi-link with coil springs, outboard ripple-control shock absorbers, stabilizer bar. […]

Replacing Motor Mounts on an Infiniti Q45

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By: Wes Stinson Diagnosis of bad motor mounts: – Set the parking brake – Put the car in drive – Place foot on brake as firmly as possible – Floor the gas pedal, release quickly – Have a helper (standing to the side) approximate the distance the engine moved – Anything over 1 inch and […]

Q45 Radiator Removal / Replacement

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By: Tangalora Prepare your work environment: – Wear full coveralls & safety glasses (to keep grease out if nothing else); – Shove a shop rag in your back pocket & a digital camera in your front pocket; – Sweep the floor of your work area clean (you *will* repeatedly drop stuff); – Place the Q45 […]

Q45 Chain Guides Removal / Replacement

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By: Tangalora ———————————————————————– SUMMARY: 90-93 Q45 chain guide repair (hints, suggestions, procedures): ———————————————————————– Formulate a basic overview understanding of the situation at hand: The whole chain is under tension; but we use tension & slack terminology. The crankshaft pulls on the straight leg of the chain (the tension side). Then (terminologically) the curved leg is […]

Should I Switch to Synthetic Oil?

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Overview So why do people use synthetic motor oils rather than sticking with the old petroleum based stand-bys which are admittedly cheaper? 1. Let’s start with the cost per quart issue. Synthetic motor oils ARE more expensive at purchase. However, these oils last longer, requiring fewer oil changes. As a synthetic motor oil outlasts several […]

Infiniti M35 / M45 Secret Diagnostic Mode

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“The ‘M’ has a “DIAGNOSTIC MODE” that is not documented. Follow these steps to enter [at your own risk] into the diagnostic mode. – Start Engine [required if you want to see all available diagnostic options]– Turn OFF the Audio system– While pushing the SETTING button, rotate the radio’s VOLUME control either clockwise or counter-clockwise […]

Changing the Belts on an Infiniti Q45

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By Wes Stinson, Infiniti Moderator Tools used: 12 and 14mm socket, hammer (always on-call ), Diagram of the belts and tensioners Here’s the correct procedure 1. Loosen alternator tensioner 2. Remove alternator tensioner 3. remove alternator belt 4. loosen waterpump/PS tensioner 5. Remove waterpump/PS tensioner 6. Loosen AC tensioner 7. Remove AC tensioner 8. Remove […]