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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2=NBSC0020S04Check ªBº Terminal CircuitNBSC0020S0401
1 CHECK ªBº TERMINAL CONNECTION
Check to see if ªBº terminal is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 2. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/Charging system test.
NG©Repair ªBº terminal connection.
2 CHECK ALTERNATOR ªBº TERMINAL CIRCUIT
Check voltage between alternator terminal B and ground using a digital circuit tester.
SEL425X
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 3.
NG©Check the following.
I120A fusible link (lettera, located in fuse and fusible link box)
IHarness for open or short between alternator and fusible link
3 CHECK ªBº TERMINAL CONNECTION QUALITY (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
Check voltage between alternator terminal B and battery positive terminal using a digital tester.
SEL426X
OK or NG
OK©Replace the alternator. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/Charging
system test.
NG©Check harness between the battery and the alternator for poor continuity.
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3=NBSC0020S05Check ªSº Terminal CircuitNBSC0020S0501
1 CHECK ªSº TERMINAL CONNECTION
Check to see if ªSº terminal is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 2.
NG©Repair ªSº terminal connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/
Charging system test.
2 CHECK ALTERNATOR ªSº TERMINAL CIRCUIT
Check voltage between alternator terminal 2 and ground using a digital circuit tester.
SEL427X
OK or NG
OK©GO TO 3.
NG©Check the following.
I7.5A fuse (No. 65, located in fuse and fusible link box)
IHarness for open or short between alternator and fuse
3 CHECK ªSº TERMINAL CONNECTION QUALITY (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
Check voltage between alternator terminal 2 and battery positive terminal using a digital tester.
SEL428X
OK or NG
OK©Replace the alternator. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/Charging
system test.
NG©Check harness between the battery and the alternator for poor continuity.
MALFUNCTION INDICATORNBSC0020S06The IC regulator warning function activates to illuminate
ªCHARGEº warning lamp, if any of the following symptoms occur
while alternator is operating:
IExcessive voltage is produced.
INo voltage is produced.
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ConstructionNBSC0012
MEL951LA
MEL952LA
Removal and InstallationNBSC0013
CHARGING SYSTEM
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BatteryNBSC0014
Applied area USA Canada
Type80D26R
Capacity V-AH12-65
Cold cranking current A
(For reference value)582
StarterNBSC0015
TypeM0T50371
MITSUBISHI make
Reduction gear type
System voltage12V
No-loadTerminal voltage 11.0V
Current Less than 90A
Revolution More than 2,700 rpm
Minimum diameter of commutator28.8 mm (1.134 in)
Minimum length of brush7.0 mm (0.276 in)
Brush spring tension18.3 - 24.8 N (1.87 - 2.53 kg, 4.11 - 5.58 lb)
Movement ªº in height of pinion assembly 0.5 - 2.0 mm (0.020 - 0.079 in)
AlternatorNBSC0016
TypeLR1110-712
HITACHI make
Nominal rating12V-110A
Ground polarityNegative
Minimum revolution under no-load (When 13.5 volts is applied) Less than 1,000 rpm
Hot output current (When 13.5 volts is applied)More than 35A/1,300 rpm
More than 85A/2,500 rpm
More than 110A/5,000 rpm
Regulated output voltage14.1 - 14.7V
Minimum length of brushMore than 6.0 mm (0.236 in)
Brush spring pressure 1.0 - 3.43 N (102 - 350 g, 3.60 - 12.34 oz)
Slip ring minimum outer diameter More than 26.0 mm (1.024 in)
Rotor (Field coil) resistance2.31W
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STEERING SYSTEM
SECTION
ST
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............2
Precautions for Steering System .................................2
PREPARATION...............................................................3
Special Service Tools ..................................................3
Commercial Service Tools ...........................................5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................6
NVH Troubleshooting Chart.........................................6
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE..................................................7
Checking Steering Wheel Play ....................................7
Checking Neutral Position on Steering Wheel ............7
PRE-CHECKING........................................................7
CHECKING...............................................................7
Front Wheel Turning Angle ..........................................7
Checking Gear Housing Movement ............................8
Adjusting Rack Retainer ..............................................8
Checking and Adjusting Drive Belts ............................8
Checking Fluid Level ...................................................8
Checking Fluid Leakage ..............................................8
Bleeding Hydraulic System..........................................9
Checking Steering Wheel Turning Force ....................9
Checking Hydraulic System.......................................10
STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN......... 11
Components............................................................... 11
Removal and Installation ........................................... 11
STEERING WHEEL................................................. 11
STEERING COLUMN...............................................12
Disassembly and Assembly .......................................13
Inspection...................................................................14
TILT MECHANISM...................................................14
STEERING TRANSFER GEAR.....................................15
Removal .....................................................................15
Installation ..................................................................16
Inspection...................................................................16
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE................17
Components...............................................................17
Removal and Installation ...........................................18
Disassembly...............................................................19
Inspection...................................................................20
BOOT.....................................................................20
RACK.....................................................................20
PINION ASSEMBLY.................................................20
GEAR HOUSING CYLINDER....................................20
TIE-ROD OUTER AND INNER SOCKETS..................21
Assembly ...................................................................21
Adjustment .................................................................24
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP....................................27
Components...............................................................27
Pre-disassembly Inspection .......................................27
Disassembly...............................................................28
Inspection...................................................................29
Assembly ...................................................................29
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........32
General Specifications ...............................................32
Steering Wheel ..........................................................32
Steering Column ........................................................32
Steering Transfer Gear ..............................................32
Steering Gear and Linkage .......................................33
Power Steering ..........................................................33
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NBST0044The 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.
Precautions for Steering SystemNBST0002IBefore disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
IDisassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is important to prevent the internal parts from
becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
IPlace disassembled parts in order, on a parts rack, for easier and proper assembly.
IUse nylon cloths or paper towels to clean the parts; common shop rags can leave lint that might
interfere with their operation.
IBefore inspection or reassembly, carefully clean all parts with a general purpose, non-flammable
solvent.
IBefore assembly, apply a coat of recommended power steering fluid* to hydraulic parts. Vaseline
may be applied to O-rings and seals. Do not use any grease.
IReplace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. Avoid damaging O-rings, seals and gaskets during instal-
lation. Perform functional tests whenever designated.
*: Genuine Nissan PSF II or equivalent. Refer to MA-11, ªFluids and Lubricantsº.
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
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Special Service ToolsNBST0003The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV48100700
(J26364)
Torque adapter
NT169
Measuring pinion rotating torque
ST35300000
(Ð)
Drift
NT073
Installing power steering oil pump oil seal
a: 59 mm (2.32 in) dia.
b: 45 mm (1.77 in) dia.
ST27180001
(J25726-A)
Steering wheel puller
NT544
Removing steering wheel
ST29020001
(J24319-01)
Ball joint remover
NT694
Removing ball joint
a: 34 mm (1.34 in)
b: 6.5 mm (0.256 in)
c: 61.5 mm (2.421 in)
KV48103500
(J26357 and J26357-10)
Pressure gauge
NT547
Measuring oil pressure
KV48102500
(Ð)
Pressure gauge adapter
NT542
Measuring oil pressure
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