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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Infiniti -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Compressor, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

Refer to Figs. through for compressor replacement noting the following:

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove compressor belt.
  • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

  • With engine off, depress brake pedal several times. There should be no change in pedal stroke.
  • With brake pedal depressed, start engine. Pedal should go down slightly.
  • Run engine for two minutes, then turn engine off.
  • Depress brake pedal slowly several t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Infiniti -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> All Models -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveabilty symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven 10...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

  • Place vehicle in neutral and release parking brake.
  • Raise vehicle off ground and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Loosen center bearing bracket nuts. Do not remove center bearing bracket nuts.
  • Mark companion flange on front drive. Its recommended to use paint for reference marks. Never damage driveshaft flange and companion...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove engine under cover.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Disconnect harness connector.
  • Remove mounting bolts and alternator with bracket.
  • Remove mounting bolts an...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Infiniti -> 1996-2001 Q45
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the passenger side instrument panel under cover.
  • Remove the glove compartment.
  • Remove the instrument reinforcement from instrument panel.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover retainer clip, then the cover, Fig. .
  • Remove the lower cabin air filter element, then the upper el...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Infiniti -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

When the ignition key is placed in the on or start position, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate for approximately 7 seconds, then turn off. This lamp cycle indicat...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

  • Remove engine under cover and drain radiator coolant into suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper and lower radiator hoses.
  • Remove radiator shroud, Fig. ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Air Conditioning -> Alternator and Power Steering
Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

Alternator and Power Steering

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Remove front engine undercover with suitable tool.
  • Loosen idler pulley lock nut and adjust tension by turning adjusting bolt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Clean and inspect belt surfaces of all pulleys.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque alternator idle...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Ground Connector Location Diagram for 1997 Infiniti Q45  4.1 V8 GASEngine Ground Connector Location Diagram for 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Alternator
  • Starter Motor
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Inhibitor Switch
  • Compressor
  • Door Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Infiniti Q45  4.1 V8 GASDoor Wiring Harness Connector Locations Diagram for 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Left Hand Rear Door Switch
  • Right Hand Rear Door Switch
  • Right Hand Rear Door Lock Actuator
  • Left Hand Rear Door Lock Actuator
  • Connector D-42
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Infiniti Q45  4.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Seat Back Heater
  • 1997 Infiniti Q45  4.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Symbol Identification
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C System O-Ring Seal Leaks
    Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: Windshield Cracking
    Vehicle: 1997 Infiniti Q45 4.1 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Infiniti Q45 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Infiniti Q45 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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