Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1997 Infiniti Q45 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Detention Switch
- Disconnect shift lock solenoid harness connector, located below shift lever housing. See Figure . Check for continuity between terminals No. 5 and 6 on shift lock solenoid harness connector. Continuity should only exist with shift lever in Park position and shift lever button depressed or with shift lever in any position other than Park and shift lever button released.
- Check for continuity between terminals No. 5 and 7 on shift lock solenoid harness connector. Continuity should only exist with shift lever in Park position and shift lever button depressed or with shift lever in any position other than Park and shift lever button released.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.