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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2003I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLETESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSSTALL TEST
2003 Infiniti I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)
Stall Test
2003 Infiniti I35 V6-3.5L (VQ35DE)SECTION Stall Test
Stall Test
STALL TEST PROCEDURE
1. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid and oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until fluid and oil reach operating temperature.
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
^ It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in D position.
6. Accelerate to wide open throttle gradually while applying foot brake.
7. Quickly note the engine stall revolution and immediately release throttle.
^ During test, never hold throttle wide open for more than 5 seconds.
Stall revolution: 2,550 - 3,050 rpm
8. Move selector lever to N position.
9. Cool off ATF.
^ Run engine at idle for at least one minute.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 with selector lever in 2nd, 1st and R positions.
JUDGEMENT OF STALL TEST
The test result and possible damaged components relating to each result are shown.
In order to pinpoint the possible damaged components, follow the "WORK FLOW CHART" shown.
NOTE: Stall revolution is too high in D, 3rd, 2nd or 1st position:
^ Slippage occurs in 1st gear but not in 2nd and 3rd gears. Low one-way clutch slippage
^ Slippage occurs in the following gears:
1st through 3rd gears in D position and engine brake functions with selector lever set to 3rd position.
1st and 2nd gears in 2nd position and engine brake functions with accelerator pedal released (fully closed throttle). Forward clutch or forward one-way clutch slippage Stall revolution is too high in R position:
^ Engine brake does not function in 1st position. Low & reverse brake slippage
^ Engine brake functions in 1st position. Reverse clutch slippage
Stall revolution within specifications:
^ Vehicle does not achieve speed of more than 80 km/h (50 MPH)......One-way clutch seizure in torque converter housing
CAUTION:
Be careful since automatic fluid temperature increases abnormally.
^ Slippage occurs in 3rd and 4th gears in D position. High clutch slippage
^ Slippage occurs in 2nd and 4th gear in D position. Brake band slippage
^ Engine brake does not function in 2nd and 3rd gears in D position with 3rd position switch set to ON, 2nd gear in 2nd position, and 1st gear in 1st position. Overrun clutch slippage
Stall revolution less than specifications:
^ Poor acceleration during starts. One-way clutch slippage in torque converter
STALL TEST PROCEDURE
1. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid and oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until fluid and oil reach operating temperature.
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
^ It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in D position.
6. Accelerate to wide open throttle gradually while applying foot brake.
7. Quickly note the engine stall revolution and immediately release throttle.
^ During test, never hold throttle wide open for more than 5 seconds.
Stall revolution: 2,550 - 3,050 rpm
8. Move selector lever to N position.
9. Cool off ATF.
^ Run engine at idle for at least one minute.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 with selector lever in 2nd, 1st and R positions.
JUDGEMENT OF STALL TEST
The test result and possible damaged components relating to each result are shown.
In order to pinpoint the possible damaged components, follow the "WORK FLOW CHART" shown.
NOTE: Stall revolution is too high in D, 3rd, 2nd or 1st position:
^ Slippage occurs in 1st gear but not in 2nd and 3rd gears. Low one-way clutch slippage
^ Slippage occurs in the following gears:
1st through 3rd gears in D position and engine brake functions with selector lever set to 3rd position.
1st and 2nd gears in 2nd position and engine brake functions with accelerator pedal released (fully closed throttle). Forward clutch or forward one-way clutch slippage Stall revolution is too high in R position:
^ Engine brake does not function in 1st position. Low & reverse brake slippage
^ Engine brake functions in 1st position. Reverse clutch slippage
Stall revolution within specifications:
^ Vehicle does not achieve speed of more than 80 km/h (50 MPH)......One-way clutch seizure in torque converter housing
CAUTION:
Be careful since automatic fluid temperature increases abnormally.
^ Slippage occurs in 3rd and 4th gears in D position. High clutch slippage
^ Slippage occurs in 2nd and 4th gear in D position. Brake band slippage
^ Engine brake does not function in 2nd and 3rd gears in D position with 3rd position switch set to ON, 2nd gear in 2nd position, and 1st gear in 1st position. Overrun clutch slippage
Stall revolution less than specifications:
^ Poor acceleration during starts. One-way clutch slippage in torque converter
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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.