2001 INFINITI QX4 wheel torque

COMMERCIAL SERVICE TOOLSNBAX0025
Tool name Description
1 Flare nut crowfoot
2 Torque wrench
NT360
Removing and installing each brake piping
a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
Rear axle oil seal drift
NT163
Installing oil seal
a: 74 mm (2.91 in) dia.
b: 68 mm (2.68 in) dia.
c: 10 mm (0.39 in)
Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)
Troubleshooting
NBAX0035Refer to ªNoise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) Troubleshootingº,
ªFRONT AXLEº, AX-3.
SMA525A
On-vehicle Service
REAR AXLE PARTSNBAX0026Check rear axle parts for excessive play, wear and damage.
1. Shake each rear wheel to check for excessive play.
2. Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: Refer to ªComponentsº, AX-19.
SRA755A
REAR WHEEL BEARINGNBAX00271. Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly.
2. Check axial end play.
Axial end play:
0mm(0in)
REAR AXLE
Preparation (Cont'd)
AX-18

InspectionNBAX0030AXLE SHAFTNBAX0030S01Check axle shaft for straightness, cracks, damage, wear and dis-
tortion. Replace if necessary.
BEARING CAGENBAX0030S02Check bearing cage for deformation and cracks. Replace if neces-
sary.
REAR AXLE HOUSINGNBAX0030S03Check rear axle housing for yield, deformation and cracks. Replace
if necessary.
SRA288A
InstallationNBAX00311. Press new wheel bearing until it bottoms end face of bearing
cage.
Maximum load P:
39 kN (4 ton, 4.4 US ton, 3.9 Imp ton)
Always press outer race of wheel bearing during installation.
SRA289A
2. Press new grease seal until it bottoms end face of bearing
cage.
After installing new grease seal, coat sealing lip with multi-
purpose grease.
SRA761A
3. Press axle shaft into inner race of wheel bearing.
Maximum load P:
47.1 kN (4.8 ton, 5.3 US ton, 4.72 Imp ton)
Be careful not to damage and deform grease seal.
SRA762A
4. Install plain washer and a new wheel bearing lock washer.
5. Tighten wheel bearing lock nut to specified torque.
: 245 - 314 N´m (25 - 32 kg-m, 181 - 231 ft-lb)
Fit wheel bearing lock washer lip in wheel bearing lock nut
groove correctly by tightening lock nut. Be sure to bend it up.
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REAR AXLE
Inspection
AX-21

SRA763A
6. Check wheel bearing preload.
a. Turn bearing cage (with respect to axle shaft) two or three
times. It must turn smoothly.
b. Attach spring gauge to bearing cage bolt (as shown at left) and
pull it at a speed of 10 rpm to measure preload.
Spring gauge indication:
6.9 - 48.1 N (0.7 - 4.9 kg, 1.5 - 10.8 lb)
SRA292A
7. Install new oil seal to rear axle housing using a suitable tool.
After installing new oil seal, coat sealing lip with multi-pur-
pose grease.
SRA012
8. Press ABS sensor rotor onto axle shaft until it contacts wheel
bearing lock nut.
9. Position axle shafts in rear axle housing with Tool as a guide.
Be careful not to damage oil seal.
SRA755A
10. Check axial end play.
a. Check that wheel bearings operate smoothly.
b. Check axial end play.
Axial end play:
0mm(0in)
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
WHEEL BEARING (REAR)NBAX0032
Wheel bearing axial end play0mm(0in)
Wheel bearing lock nut tightening torque 245 - 314 N´m (25 - 32 kg-m, 181 - 231 ft-lb)
Wheel bearing preload measured at bearing cage bolt 6.9 - 48.1 N (0.7 - 4.9 kg, 1.5 - 10.8 lb)
REAR AXLE
Installation (Cont'd)
AX-22

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NBBR0001The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to INFINITI QX4 is as follows:
IFor a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), seat belt
pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
IFor a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of side air bag module (located in the outer side of front seat),
satellite sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision), wiring harness,
warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
ITo avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed
by an authorized INFINITI dealer.
IImproper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
IDo not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation tape either just
before the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.
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Precautions for Brake SystemNBBR0002IUse brake fluid ªDOT 3º.
INever reuse drained brake fluid.
IBe careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it
may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed on
painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
ITo clean master cylinder parts, disc brake caliper parts or
wheel cylinder parts, use clean brake fluid.
INever use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They
will ruin rubber parts of hydraulic system.
IUse flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake
tubes.
IAlways torque brake lines when installing.
WARNING:
IClean brakes with a vacuum dust collector to minimize
risk of health hazard from powder caused by friction.
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PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
BR-3

Special Service ToolsNBBR0004The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV40106500
(J25852-B)
Rear wheel bearing
puller
NT724
Removing rear wheel sensor rotor
Commercial Service ToolsNBBR0005
Tool name Description
1 Flare nut crowfoot
2 Torque wrench
NT360
Removing and installing each brake piping
a: 10 mm (0.39 in)
Brake fluid pressure
gauge
NT151
Measuring brake fluid pressure
Rear wheel sensor rotor
drift
NT509
Installing rear wheel sensor rotor
a: 75 mm (2.95 in) dia.
b: 63 mm (2.48 in) dia.
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PREPARATION
Special Service Tools
BR-5

QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX42001
Engine model VQ35DE
Firing order 1-2-3-4-5-6
Idle speed rpmA/T
(in ªNº position)750 50
Ignition timing (degree BTDC at idle speed) 15É 2É
CO% at idleIdle mixture screw is preset and
sealed at factory.
Drive belt deflection (Cold) mm (in) Used belt
Deflection of
new belt
LimitDeflection
after
adjustment
Alternator
Power steering oil pump
Fan7 (0.28)4-5
(0.16 - 0.20)3.5 - 4.5
(0.138 - 0.177)
Air conditioner compressor 12 (0.472)9-10
(0.354 - 0.394)8-9
(0.31 - 0.35)
Applied pressed force
N (kg, lb)98 (10, 22)
Drive belt tension adjustment (Cold)
N (kg, lb)Used belt
New belt
LimitAfter
adjustment
Alternator
Power steering pump
Fan294 (30, 66)730 - 818
(74.4 - 83.5,
164 - 184)838 - 926
(85.4 - 94.5,
188 - 208)
Air conditioner compressor 196 (20, 44)348 - 436
(35.5 - 44.5,
78 - 98)470 - 559
(47.9 - 57.0,
106 - 126)
Radiator cap relief pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Cooling system leakage testing pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)157 (1.6, 23)
Compression pressure
kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)/rpmStandard 1,275 (13.0, 185)/300
Minimum 981 (10.0, 142)/300
Spark plugStandard PLFR5A-11
Cold PLFR6A-11
Hot PLFR4A-11
Applied model 245/70 R16 tire
Camber
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum þ0É35¢(þ0.58É)
Nominal 0É10¢(0.17É)
Maximum 0É55¢(0.92É)
Left and right
difference45¢(0.75É) or less
Caster
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 2É15¢(2.25É)
Nominal 3É00¢(3.00É)
Maximum 3É45¢(3.75É)
Left and right
difference45¢(0.75É) or less
Total toe-in Minimum 1 (0.04)
Distance (A þ B)
mm (in)Nominal 2 (0.08)
Maximum 3 (0.12)
Angle (left plus right)
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 5¢(0.08É)
Nominal 10¢(0.17É)
Maximum 15¢(0.25É)
Wheel turning angle
(Full turn)Minimum 30É00¢(30.00É)
Inside
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Nominal 33É00¢(33.00É)
Maximum 34É00¢(34.00É)
Outside
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)Minimum 28É00¢(28.00É)
Nominal 31É00¢(31.00É)
Maximum 32É00¢(32.00É)
* Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full.
Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
Unit: mm (in)Front brake
Pad wear limit 2.0 (0.079)
Rotor repair limit 26.0 (1.024)
Rear brake
Lining wear limit 1.5 (0.059)
Drum repair limit 296.5 (11.67)
Pedal free height 175 - 185 (6.89 - 7.28)
Pedal depressed height*1 70 (2.76)
Parking brake
Number of notches*2 6 - 8
*1 Under force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) with engine running
*2 At pulling force: 196 N (20 kg, 44 lb)
Unit Liter US measure
Coolant with reservoir 9.2 9-3/4 qt
Engine*With oil filter 5.0 5-1/4 qt
Without oil filter 4.8 5-1/8 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 6.8 7-1/4 qt
Transmis-
sionA/T2WD
8.5 9 qt
4WD
All-mode 4WD transfer 3.0 2-5/8 qt
Differential carrierFront 1.85 3-7/8 pt
Rear 2.8 5-7/8 pt
Power steering system 0.9 1 qt
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant 0.60 - 0.70 kg 1.32 - 1.54 lb
Compressor
oil0.20 6.8 fl oz
* For further details, see ªChanging Engine Oilº in MA section.
Preload
(At hub bolt)
N (kg, lb)Wheel bearing lock nut
78-98(8-10,58-72)
Tightening torque
N×m (kg-m, ft-lb)
Retightening torque after loosen-
ing wheel bearing lock nut
N×m (kg-m, in-lb)0.5 - 1.5 (0.05 - 0.15, 4.3 - 13.0)
Axial end play
mm (in)0 (0)
Starting force at wheel hub bolt
N (kg, lb)A
Turning angle
degree15É - 30É
Starting force at wheel hub bolt
N (kg, lb)B
Wheel bearing preload at wheel hub
bolt
B þ A N (kg, lb)7.06 - 20.99 (0.72 - 2.14, 1.59 - 4.72)

Wheels & Tires ..........................................................44
LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING...........45
Screw Jack ................................................................45
Garage Jack and Safety Stand .................................46
2-pole Lift ...................................................................47
Tow Truck Towing ......................................................472WD MODELS.........................................................48
4WD MODELS.........................................................48
VEHICLE RECOVERY..............................................49
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD BOLTS........50
SAE J1930 TERMINOLOGY LIST................................51
SAE J1930 Terminology List .....................................51
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
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ISERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONSare contained at the end of each section for quick reference of
data.
IThe followingSYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONSare used:
SYMBOL ABBREVIATION SYMBOL ABBREVIATION
Tightening torque
2WD2-Wheel Drive
Should be lubricated with grease. Unless oth-
erwise indicated, use recommended multi-pur-
pose grease.A/CAir Conditioner
Should be lubricated with oil. P/S Power Steering
Sealing point SST Special Service Tools
Checking point SAE Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
Always replace after every disassembly. ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid
qP
Apply petroleum jelly.
D1Drive range 1st gear
Apply ATF. D2Drive range 2nd gear
HSelect with proper thickness. D
3Drive range 3rd gear
IAdjustment is required. D
4Drive range 4th gear
SDS Service Data and Specifications OD Overdrive
LH, RH Left-Hand, Right-Hand 2
22nd range 2nd gear
FR, RR Front, Rear 2
12nd range 1st gear
M/T Manual Transaxle/Transmission 1
21st range 2nd gear
A/T Automatic Transaxle/Transmission 1
11st range 1st gear
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4WD4-Wheel Drive
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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