2003 Infiniti G35 Flywheel & Clutch Replacement
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2018
- Here it is, my comprehensive Clutch/Flywheel replacement video. As with all of my videos they are made for inexperienced mechanics so my apologies to those who don't need all the detail. If you want to skip ahead to a particular part you can use the time stamps below. Also feel free to view in 2x speed if desired. If you have any questions about anything or need some more detail feel free to ask. Full parts list is included at the bottom of this description. 2 things I should make more clear: When separating the transmission from engine do not apply too much side-side or up-down force, also if you use my method to remove the pilot bearing, clean up the excess grease once it is removed.
1:12 - Begin the Uninstall, under body
3:03 - Remove the Prop Shaft
5:46 - Separate Shift Linkage from Shift Lever
10:31 - Remove Slave Cylinder
10:53 - Remove CPS & Wiring Harness
15:45 - DIY Anchor to help control/lower rear of transmission
17:17 - Remove Starter
17:45 - Remove Bell Housing Bolts
25:12 - Keep Track of all the Bolts
25:35 - Remove Rear Transmission Brace
26:35 - Separate Transmission from Engine
27:54 - Remove Release Bearing Assembly
29:44 - Remove Clutch & Flywheel
31:22 - Clutch Fork Assembly & Press in new Release Bearing
33:59 - Pilot Bearing - (*Clean up excess grease once removed)
36:30 - Install Flywheel
38:26 - Install Clutch Disk & Clutch Cover
42:55 - Install Clutch Fork Assembly
46:00 - Install Transmission
47:46 - Torque Bell Housing Bolts
49:25 - Connect Starter
50:54 - Install Slave Cylinder
51:37 - Install Rear Brace
52:11 - Install Shift Lever Assembly
54:42 - Test Gear Engagement for Binding
55:27 - Install Prop Shaft
Parts:
LUK DMF067 Flywheel: a.co/d/6vruB2g
LUK Clutch Set 06-072 (stamped Valeo): a.co/d/cw2Ga4j
Front Y-Pipe Exhaust Gaskets: a.co/d/cLjTylj
Rear Y-Pipe Exhaust Gasket: a.co/d/93eek1D
Tools:
Puller: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01... - Auta a dopravní prostředky
I was 19 with my first g35 coupe and found this video to swap out the clutch
It helped me so much man I can’t thank you enough
I’ve sent over 20 people the link to this video so they can do it there self and not pay a mechanic over 3,000
Thanks for recommending the video. Happy to help.
Thank you for the great video, it was very informative and followed this to change my clutch and flywheel on my RHD 350z HR. Because of the slight difference in vehicle, there were a few small differences such as starter motor being on the other side of the bell housing and having to remove the clutch line that goes to the internal concentric slave cylinder. You managed to break the job into small, clear, easy to follow steps so that anyone at home could follow along, so great job. Keep up the good videos/work!
Thank you for your comment. Happy to help.
Your pilot bushing idea of filling the cavity with grease was amazing! Fortunately I had the perfect bolt with a smooth shoulder like you used and out it came. Thank you for the idea!
Actually got the idea from another video, can't remember where, but happy to pass it along. Glad it worked for you.
This was very informative man! I'm about to order my clutch & flywheel components and was debating to have a mechanic do it or just do the job myself. (Leaning towards of doing it myself lol). Keep up the good work bro.
My pleasure. I'd you have any questions please let me know.
I wish you lived close to me. My clutch is finally going on my beloved 2004 G35 Coupe, and I don’t remotely have the funds to pay for a pro job. 😖
This is a fantastic and thorough video. Yet as I watch, it’s setting in that this is a near impossible task to do on my own. I have no idea what I’m going to do, but I will not give up.
I just did the clutch on my daughter's 2004 BMW and the Infiniti was easier. This one took me 2 weeks working a little bit each day after work and weekends.
Thank u so much for this video. I was scared at first but watching this video helped me alot
Good luck, you can do it.
This is what quality content looks like
Thank you, much appreciated.
I'm changing my clutch at the end of the month, and this will help me a lot!
Happy to help, thanks for the comment.
Thanks for documenting this. I will be using this in the near future when I do mines. I'm at 197K miles on factory clutch. 2005 G35 Sedan. Will be replacing with lightened flywheel manufactured by Exedy. Gonna have to pull some favors from buddies to use their lift, cause I'm not doing this on jackstands.
Good luck with it.
The thoroughness and detail is much appreciated
Happy to help.
Great job man! Was bouncing around from video to video until i found yours. Nobody seems to want to tell you what torque specs for bolts....just that they are torqueing them. I had to keep Google g tlrque slecs from other videos until I found this one, so great job man!
My pleasure. I like to be thorough in my videos.
It’s not that important as long as they’re tight
Great video! Will be referencing this when I replace my clutch
Thanks, good luck.
I really appreciate you making this video! Great job! 👏
Happy to help. Thanks.
Thanks a bunch! Started this exact repair, and your video helped clarify / give visuals alongside the Infiniti manual. Also helped with reassembly. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
My pleasure
AWESOME! Keep up the great work, Subbed!
Thanks, been watching your channel for a while now. Great content.
@@JRsGarage thanks! Love how detailed you go into the repairs.
Great video man, I've come across a few videos and yours is the best one, hands down
Did you end up draining transmission before removing drive shaft?
I will be doing my clutch on the weekd that I got from rock auto
Thank you for the compliment. If I recall correctly, no, I did not drain the fluid. Good luck.
Awesome video! Can you do a detailed video like this for a rear main seal on a 2004 G35 coupe with automatic?
Sorry, I don't have access to an automatic G to film. Except for the difference of how the transmission bolts to the engine and obvious lack of clutch and flywheel, the process would be very similar to get access to the rear of the engine. Thanks for the compliment.
Amazing job, and great patience. Thank you, and God bless!🤗
Thank you. My pleasure.
What puller is that? I need to get one and that one looks much more beefier than all the trash I have found.
This one: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B018LMAVBG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I need to understand what sorcery you possess in regards to getting the bracket on the top of the engine towards the back, closest to the firewall. The bolt that is under the bent portion of the bracket (kind of hidden) it's an absolute pain to get to, any tips? I have an automatic 04 but the process is relatively the same, the difference between the manual and auto when it comes to this point is the dipstick for the trans is attached to that same bracket. Any help would be appreciated!
Sorry, I'm not sure about the auto trans removal.. I can only assume that there's slightly less room to get at the bolts because the manual, although difficult, was not impossible. I tried to explain as much as I could, how to reach all of the bolts in my video.
I just did 350z. The clutch engagement is 1 inch off the floor. Did your engagement stay the same since your install? I'm going to bleed it again because it seems very low.
I wouldn't say that it's as close as 1" but it is definitely picking up closer to the floor than the worn out clutch that it replaced. I had to relearn how to shift my G35 but now I'm used to it after several hundred miles. This is normal due to the increased friction material which means you will need to press on the clutch pedal more to disengage the additional thickness of material. A bleed might help you out. I have a video about bleeding/flushing the clutch fluid here: czcams.com/video/47mmWuYw2Ic/video.html Good luck.
would you happen to have a downloadable version. im taking my lap top to a rental garage. they dont have wifi. and i would appreciate being able to watch.fastwforward and rewind this while working on the car.
My upload speed is really slooooooooowww, but here it is finally: 1drv.ms/v/s!AnVl9mnzz9OrgqRrFoIbo_Q-b1WDsA
Can you help me with two questions?
The first one is did you lose any transmission fluid when you are trying to drop the transmission down? Cause if you do, you have to add some more in after you got the transmission back in right?
The second one is where can I buy or download that shop manual? I do have the Haynes Manual but I don’t like it because it doesn’t go into detail like the one you have.
No, I did not lose any.
The manual can be found here: cardiagn.com/2003-infiniti-g35-sedan-model-v35-series-factory-service-manual-sm3e-1v35u9/
Using a 12 point socket on a 6 point bolt is a very easy way to strip it. Especially on exhaust bolts
Good tip.
Good job
Happy to help.
I understand that the later G35 has an internal slave cylinder. Can this be converted to external?
Don't have a clue, sorry. Anything's possible with enough cash and fabrication skills.
Maybe get an older bell housing with an external slave cylinder and old fork. No problems yet with my 2007 and 110k.
did you need to lift or support the engine?
No, I didn't.
Not having a lift. What would be the best way to support the car and have room to pull the tranny out
I've seen it done on 4 Jack stands.
Any merch or donations ? I wanna contribute to you helping me !!
I really appreciate it but, no. For now, I do this for the fun of it. Maybe I'll monetize at some point.
If my 3rd and 5th gear grind when i shift quickly would that be the synchros ?
Sounds like an internal transmission problem.
@@JRsGarage new trans otw smh
Good luck.
do u need a lift to do this?
No, you don't need a lift but it would help.
Were you in the Navy by any chance?
Air Force
Pulling the engine is easier.
Wasn't an option.
Any G35 Drivers in San Diego?
I'm sure there are lots of them. But if you want to meet them a comment on my little channel might not be the best way. Thanks for watching though.
I'm in La Mesa. 2007 G35 manual with rear-wheel steering.
@@amazoidal hit me up @vq.ezane on IG
Is this a stock dual-mass flywheel? Those are expensive!
It's aftermarket, Luk brand. See the link in the description. Pretty much a replica of the stock one. Luk may even be the manufacturer of the stock part.
So the existing flywheel was OK? Nissan says to replace it on every clutch job.
No, I replaced the stock one with the Luk when I did the clutch. Stock one didn't look that bad but I knew I didn't want to have to drop the transmission again if it ended up going bad.
Did you notice a lack of engagement smoothness without the dual-mass flywheel? The V-6 is rather rough at low rpms.
The Luk I replaced it with is dual mass.
Who else was nervous about doing this until they seen this video?
You can do it. I'm happy to help.
@@JRsGarage I actually just started on it today, got the car up in the air, shifter out, y pipe and driveshaft coming out next
Awesome, hope it goes well for you.
@@JRsGarage dropping the transmission tomorrow!!
@@JRsGarage I DID IT!!!!