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.

2007 Infiniti M35 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

General Specifications

SERVICE DATA SPECIFICATIONS

Applied model

VQ35DE engine

VK45DE engine

2WD

AWD

2WD

Automatic transmission model

RE5R05A

Transmission model code number

98X1D

98X1C

95X7A

Stall torque ratio

1.74: 1

1.87: 1

Transmission gear ratio

1st

3.842

3.827

2nd

2.353

2.368

3rd

1.529

1.519

4th

1.000

5th

0.839

0.834

Reverse

2.765

2.613

Recommended fluid

Genuine NISSAN Matic ATF⁽¹⁾

Fluid capacity

10.3 liter (10-7/8 US qt, 9-1/8 Imp qt)

CAUTION:

Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF. Do not mix with other fluid.
Using ATF other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will deteriorate in driveability and A/T durability, and may damage the A/T, which is not covered by the warranty.

⁽¹⁾	Refer to "FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ". Also, refer to Technical Service Bulletin INFINITI; SPECIAL AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID REQUIREMENT .

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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.