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Infiniti G35 - How to Fix DS Mode Transmission Problem

If you have a 2nd Generation Infiniti G35/G37 (2007-2014) and have experienced problems with your DS transmission mode, this video may help. I have a 2007 G35x with 88k mi. I drive almost exclusively in DS (sport stick or tiptronic trans mode). Recently, I noticed that the DS Mode in my car would suddenly stopped working and the car reverted to Automatic Trans mode (D instead of DS/1-5 Mode as seen on your dash). In my case, shutting down the car and restarting it resolved the issue at first. But, not longer thereafter, the issue became progressively worse to the point where DS Mode no longer worked. After reading several forums, the common fix appears to be replacing the Transmission Shifter Assembly, Infiniti Part # 34901-JK60C. Others have mentioned needing to replace a related solinoid as well. I read in one forum where one person was able to remove excess white lithium grease present below the shifter and that solved his problem after two tries. This comment gave me the motivation to investigate further and here's what I found: There are three contactor switches on the shifter assembly. Two of the contactor switches control the +/- shifting action. In my case, these appeared to be fine and are easily visable on the drivers side of the shifter as blue contactor switches that are actuated by stainless clips when the shifter is toggled forward or back. The contactor switch that is the suspect is the DS Mode contactor switch. You will hear this switch as you toggle the shifter from side to side. Finding the switch is a bit tougher. The best way to see it is to remove the center console's cupholder assembly. Once removed, duck your head down behind the shifter assembly while using a flashlight and move the shifter from side to side (simulating going from D to DS modes). If you look closely enough, you will see the contactor switch. In my case, it appeared to have a fair amount of white lithium grease smeared around the switch. Using a can of electrical contact anti-corrosive spray with an extension straw, I sprayed the DS Mode contactor switch and this appears to have solved the problem. I also sprayed the lubricant within the associated white connector that was mentioned in the video as an extra measure. The video does a fairly decent job of explaining the process and here are a few extra notes that may help you out: 1. Be sure to be on flat ground with your emergency brake fully depressed (your car will not be in the Park position during this process). 2. This link will help with the center console removal: http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/2009... Note, for your process, you will not need to disconnect the battery. Also, I suggest placing the shifter in N for easier removal of the the boot. 3. To remove the shifter knob, pull the boot down to expose the shifter lock-clip, spread the lock-clip ears on the front side of the shifter with your fingers while pushing the lock-clip forward and then pull it toward the rear of the car to remove (observe the orientation of the clip for later reinsertion). 4. To remove the boot assemby, grab from the rear of the boot and lift (be sure the shifter is in the N position). Also disconnect the two electrical connectors. 5. Remove the center console's cupholder assembly by sliding it forward about one inch (as far as it will go) and then yank upward on the backend. Also disconnect the three electrical connectors. 6. Remove plastic cross member that seperates the boot and cupholder pieces using a phillips screwdriver (two screws). 7. Remember to push the transmission emergency lock release (the white button located on the forward/driver side of the shifter) to allow the shifter to move freely while performing your operation. 8. Before starting, buy a can of contacts cleaner/lubricant. There are multiple products out there that range in price. Here are a few worth mentioning: http://www.homedepot.com/p/CRC-2-26-5... (about $3) http://www.homedepot.com/p/CRC-QD-11-... (about $8) http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-Cable-Deox... (about $12) The product I used was purchased at Radio Shack in 2015 (same as Deoxit & made by Craig for both) for $2/can. Unfortunately, it appears to be discontinued. My recommendation is to get the CRC 2-26 at $3 from Home Depot. It gets excellent reviews on Amazon and likely is as good as Deoxit. Some also recommend using the CRC QD Cleaner ($8) first and then apply the lubricant. I only used the lubricant and it immediately did the trick. While at it, you may want to squirt the spray on the contactor switches that control the +/- shifting action as well. If you have the same result as me, your DS Mode will work as good as new and hopefully for at least another 80k mi or so until you need to clean the contactor switch again.