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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2003I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINEENGINE LUBRICATIONOIL PUMP, ENGINESYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
2003 Infiniti I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)
System Specifications
2003 Infiniti I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)SECTION System Specifications
OIL PUMP
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.260 mm (0.0045 - 0.0102 inch)
Inner rotor to outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.18 mm (0.0071 inch)
Body to inner rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 inch)
Body to outer rotor axial clearance 0.050 - 0.110 mm (0.0020 - 0.0043 inch)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 mm (0.0018 - 0.0036 inch)

Tightening torque
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.260 mm (0.0045 - 0.0102 inch)
Inner rotor to outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.18 mm (0.0071 inch)
Body to inner rotor axial clearance 0.030 - 0.070 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 inch)
Body to outer rotor axial clearance 0.050 - 0.110 mm (0.0020 - 0.0043 inch)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 mm (0.0018 - 0.0036 inch)
Tightening torque
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.