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#53 of 198 My 2003 G35 Battery Drain problem is FIXED! by nickdecarl Oct 29, 2008 (2:49 pm)
OK, now you can ignore all my previous posts -- here's the final scoop. I was measuring just under 1/2 amp draw at the 15A radio fuse next to the battery (fuse pulled, ignition off). I left the fuse out for two weeks and the car started every time. Convinced that the radio was causing the problem, I contacted the shop that repaired my CD changer (and supposedly the circuit board) back in August. They told me 1/2 amp draw was normal. At this time I became aware of another shop, Factory Car Stereo Repair, Inc. in Longwood, Florida (www.carstereohelp.com). I talked to two different guys there, and both told me the draw should be nearly zero at that fuse, ignition off. So I made arrangements to drive to them (two hours). First they metered the draw and got the same measurement as I did. Then they took the dash apart and pulled the radio (no easy task). They repaired the circuit board, and bench tested it, to confirm "no draw." While the dash was apart, they offered to replace the two small light bulbs in my dash clock, as they often die -- one of mine was bad. Then they re-installed the radio and dash. Everything worked with one crucial difference. Back at the 15A fuse (fuse pulled, ignition off), the draw was ZERO instead of 1/2 amp. Further, the car has started fine for the last week, even on the cold mornings we've had here in North Florida the last few days. Can you guess that I'm thrilled? I cannot overstate how pleased I was with the service, problem-solving methodology and expertise demonstrated by the three guys who helped me out at Factory Car Stereo Repair, Inc. All told, it took them about 2 1/2 hours to do the work. You can imagine how gratifying this was after taking a day off from work and driving two hours. But this problem had truly been drving me crazy. Their repair fee was incredibly reasonable too. They told me that they have fixed MANY of these 2003 G35 radios, and are seeing more and more of them. Good luck everybody and thanks for the many clues and information that helped me reach my solution.
#54 of 198 RI or MA by carabby Nov 06, 2008 (9:20 am)
Hi   Has anyone with this problem had their car fixed anywhere in MA or RI?   Thanks
#55 of 198 Re: 2003 G35 Coupe Electronic Problem [kdooley] by babijol Nov 19, 2008 (9:44 am)
Replying to: kdooley (Sep 23, 2008 10:12 am) Kdooley, I figured out that when I don't play my radio the problem don't occur. I haven't played my radio since August and the problem stopped. I know the problem still needs to get fixed and to make matters worst my cd changer is jammed and I cannot load or unload cd's. They told me at the dealer that I can trade my radio in for a new one and it will cost me $500 including labor. They said my radio is causing the vircuit board problem. I'm going to change the radio and then change my car.
#56 of 198 2003 G35 Electrical Problem Resolution? by kimbracrowe Jan 14, 2009 (8:36 pm)
I have read all of these messages and I would love to hear from someone who has had a resolution to the climate control/audio problem. I live in Atlanta and the dealer I have used for service is Infinity of Gwinnett. I bought this car 3 years ago from them.I have really enjoyed owning this car so far - not one speck of trouble.   I called Infinity of Gwinnett and explained my problem and was told that in 95 percent of these cases replacing the stereo fixes the problem. If that does not do it the the dash module needs replacing also. But they said start with the stereo. Their quotes were $800 to replace the Bose and 1300.00 for the module!   I can't see how fixing the sound system will restore the other dash functions?? I am not sure where to start? I have been laid off - so I have not been having to drive very much- but what if I need to defrost/defog my windshield? The ac is set at 67 degrees on auto and not on full blast like some I read about.   Please reply with some success stories! Replies to this message: kdooley (Jan 15, 2009 5:12 am) gta3504 (Jan 24, 2009 3:39 pm) lovetocook (Jan 27, 2009 12:17 pm) kdooley (Jan 27, 2009 12:25 pm)
#57 of 198 Re: 2003 G35 Electrical Problem Resolution? [kimbracrowe] by kdooley Jan 15, 2009 (5:12 am)
Replying to: kimbracrowe (Jan 14, 2009 8:36 pm) We ended up having the ignition switch replaced about two week ago at a cost of $170 at KAM's in Acworth. We haven't had a problem since, but the problem was intermittent, so time will tell. Our problem was that the dash lights, ac control panel and stereo would go black and not work. We could giggle the ignition and it would come back. The repair shop said they have replaced several ignition switches in the Infinity G35 and thought that would take care of the problem. Now we have a different problem. The brake and slip lights stay on. We haven't investigated that problem yet -- just started yesterday.
#58 of 198 Re: 2003 G35 Electrical Problem Solution!!!!! Miami, Florida by gta3504 Jan 24, 2009 (3:39 pm)
Replying to: kimbracrowe (Jan 14, 2009 8:36 pm) The best way to solve this problem is putting an after market radio, kit cost about $160 plus the radio, cabling and installation. I bought a Infinity G35 2003 the dealer put about two factory radios on it and they will work for a day and break AGAIN the dealer where i bought the car did the same thing to all their Infinities G35s problem solved!!!!!!! it cost the dealer $305 the bough a cheap radio which ill change later. Replies to this message: lovetocook (Jan 27, 2009 12:17 pm) kdooley (Jan 27, 2009 12:25 pm)
#59 of 198 Re: 2003 G35 Electrical Problem Solution!!!!! Miami, Florida [gta3504] by lovetocook Jan 27, 2009 (12:17 pm)
Replying to: gta3504 (Jan 24, 2009 3:39 pm) Do you know where to purchase the kit? I too have the same problem - some days the lights are on and i can control the air,radio, and heat and some days there is nothing lit up. Replies to this message: kdooley (Jan 27, 2009 12:25 pm)
#60 of 198 Re: 2003 G35 Electrical Problem Solution!!!!! Miami, Florida [lovetocook] by kdooley Jan 27, 2009 (12:25 pm)
Replying to: lovetocook (Jan 27, 2009 12:17 pm) To: lovetocook I had the same problem with my 2003 G35 and it was the ignition switch at a cost of about $170. Have you tried giggling the key in the switch to see if the lights, etc. come back on?
#61 of 198 Lights on stearing wheel out! by giuffria Feb 05, 2009 (7:25 am)
Can anyone tell me why my lights are out on my stearing wheel. All the other dashboard light work fine. I looked in the fuse box and could not find any blown fuses. I hate to bring in in to the dealership to get ripped off. HELP ANYONE!
#62 of 198 Re: 2008 Infiniti G35 Electronic Problems [dbrooks92] by bocatrip Feb 05, 2009 (8:38 pm)
Replying to: dbrooks92 (Oct 29, 2008 1:51 pm) The disc problem on the G35s is quite common. Many or all will eventually fail. I purchased my 04 G35 Coupe new and after reading all the problems with the CD changer, power window motors and window actuators, decided to take out an extended factory 4yr warranty. I have not replaced my CD changer yet, but I'm ready when it decides to die. Replies to this message: fastfred78 (Feb 09, 2009 2:09 pm) kdooley (Feb 09, 2009 2:40 pm) n2baba (Feb 21, 2009 5:33 am) babijol (Mar 04, 2009 9:06 am) kimbracrowe (Feb 09, 2009 2:50 pm) kimbracrowe (Mar 04, 2009 8:17 am)

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