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.
2005 Infiniti Q45FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
With GST
- Lift up drive wheels.
- Start engine (VDC switch OFF) and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Start engine and wait at least 70 seconds.
- Set voltmeter probes to ECM terminal 32 (EVAP control system pressure sensor signal) and ground.
- Check EVAP control system pressure sensor value at idle speed and note it.
- Establish and maintain the following conditions for at least 1 minute.AIR CONDITIONER SWITCH REFERENCE
Air conditioner switch ON Headlamp switch ON Rear window defogger switch ON Engine speed Approx. 3, 000 rpm Gear position Any position other than P, N or R - Verify that EVAP control system pressure sensor value stays 0.1V less than the value at idle speed (measured at step 6) for at least 1 second.
- If NG, go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ".
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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.