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2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)
Cowl: Service and Repair
2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION Service and Repair
COWL TOP
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove clips of hood ledge cover and remove hood ledge cover.
2. Remove wiper arms (RH/LH). Refer to "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop Location".
3. Remove cowl top seal rubber.
4. Remove clips of cowl top cover (RH) and remove cowl top cover (RH).
5. Remove clips, cap and bolts and remove cowl top cover (LH).
6. Remove washer hose from cowl top cover.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- When installing cowl top cover, make sure that blind clips are securely fitted in panel holes on body, and then press them in.
- After installing, perform adjustment of wiper arms. Refer to WW-33, "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop Location".
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove clips of hood ledge cover and remove hood ledge cover.
2. Remove wiper arms (RH/LH). Refer to "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop Location".
3. Remove cowl top seal rubber.
4. Remove clips of cowl top cover (RH) and remove cowl top cover (RH).
5. Remove clips, cap and bolts and remove cowl top cover (LH).
6. Remove washer hose from cowl top cover.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
- When installing cowl top cover, make sure that blind clips are securely fitted in panel holes on body, and then press them in.
- After installing, perform adjustment of wiper arms. Refer to WW-33, "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjustment of Wiper Arms Stop Location".
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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.