2001 INFINITI QX4 wheels

Wheels & TiresNBGI0007S04
Grade Road wheel/offset mm (in) Tire Spare tire size
LE17 x 8JJ Aluminum/20 (0.79)
16 x 7JJ Aluminum/20 (0.79)*P245/65R17 105S
P245/70R16 106S*P245/65R17 105S
* Option for 2WD model
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Wheels & Tires
GI-44

NBGI0008
WARNING:
INever get under the vehicle while it is supported only by
the jack. Always use safety stands to support the frame
when you have to get under the vehicle.
IPlace wheel chocks at both front and back of the wheels
on the ground.
Screw JackNBGI0008S01
SGI927
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LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING
GI-45

2-pole Lift=NBGI0008S03WARNING:
When lifting the vehicle, open the lift arms as wide as possible
and ensure that the front and rear of the vehicle are well bal-
anced.
When setting the lift arm, do not allow the arm to contact the
brake tubes, brake cable and fuel lines.
SGI133A
SGI988
Tow Truck TowingNBGI0008S04CAUTION:
IAll applicable state or Provincial (in Canada) laws and
local laws regarding the towing operation must be
obeyed.
IIt is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid
possible damage to the vehicle during towing operation.
Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at
dealer.
IAlways attach safety chains before towing.
IWhen towing, make sure that the transmission, steering
system and power train are in good order. If any unit is
damaged, dollies must be used.
INever tow an automatic transmission model from the rear
(that is backward) with four wheels on the ground as this
may cause serious and expensive damage to the trans-
mission.
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LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING
2-pole Lift
GI-47

SGI989
2WD MODELSNBGI0008S0402INFINITI recommends that vehicle be towed with the driving (rear)
wheels off the ground as illustrated.
CAUTION:
IWhen towing manual or automatic transmission models
with the front wheels on the ground: Turn the ignition key
to the OFF position and secure the steering wheel in a
straightahead position with a rope or similar device. Never
place the ignition key in the LOCK position. This will result
in damage to the steering lock mechanism.
IWhen towing manual transmission models with the rear
wheels on the ground or four wheels on the ground (if you
do not use towing dollies): Always release the parking
brake and move the transmission shift lever to the N (neu-
tral) position.
Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances.
Manual transmission models:
ISpeed: Below 95 km/h (60 MPH)
IDistance: Less than 800 km (500 miles)
If the speed or distance must necessarily be greater, remove the
propeller shaft beforehand to prevent damage to the transmission.
SGI950
4WD MODELSNBGI0008S0403INFINITI recommends that a dolly or a flat bed truck be used as
illustrated when towing all-mode 4WD models.
LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING
Tow Truck Towing (Cont'd)
GI-48

Symptom Check items
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
functionÐ Overload on engineAbusive drivingHigh engine rpm under
no load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system malfunc-
tion
Ð Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flowBlocked bumper Ð
Ð Blocked radiator grilleInstalled car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator Ð
Blocked condenser
Ð
Installed large fog lamp
Service Data and Specifications (SDS)
THERMOSTATNBLC0030
Valve opening temperature76.5ÉC (170ÉF)
Valve liftMore than 8.6 mm/90ÉC (0.339 in/194ÉF)
WATER CONTROL VALVENBLC0035
Valve opening temperature95ÉC (203ÉF)
Valve liftMore than 8.0 mm/108ÉC (0.315 in/226ÉF)
RADIATORNBLC0031Unit: kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
Cap relief pressureStandard 78 - 98 (0.8 - 1.0, 11 - 14)
Limit 59 - 98 (0.6 - 1.0,9-14)
Leakage test pressure157 (1.6, 23)
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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Overheating Cause Analysis (Cont'd)
LC-25

MAINTENANCE
SECTION
MA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............2
PREPARATION...............................................................3
Special Service Tool ....................................................3
Commercial Service Tool .............................................3
GENERAL MAINTENANCE............................................4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE............................................6
Schedule 1 ...................................................................7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.........7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE........................8
Schedule 2 ...................................................................9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.........9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE......................10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS........... 11
Fluids and Lubricants ................................................ 11
SAE Viscosity Number ..............................................12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL..........................................12
GEAR OIL...............................................................12
Anti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio .............................12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE..............................................13
Checking Drive Belts .................................................13
Changing Engine Coolant..........................................14
-DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT-..............................14
-REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT-..............................15
-FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM-..............................16
Checking Fuel Lines ..................................................16
Changing Fuel Filter ..................................................16
WITH CONSULT-II..............................................16
WITHOUT CONSULT-II.......................................17
Changing Air Cleaner Filter .......................................17
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE...........................................17
Changing Engine Oil..................................................18
Changing Oil Filter .....................................................18
Changing Spark Plugs ...............................................19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .....................................20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE.......................21
Checking Exhaust System.........................................21
Checking A/T Fluid ....................................................21
Changing A/T Fluid ....................................................21Checking All-mode 4WD Transfer Fluid ....................22
Changing All-mode 4WD Transfer Fluid ....................22
Checking Propeller Shaft ...........................................23
Greasing Propeller Shaft ...........................................23
Checking Differential Gear Oil ...................................23
Changing Differential Gear Oil ..................................24
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL GEAR........................24
Balancing Wheels ......................................................24
Tire Rotation ..............................................................24
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks.....................25
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ............................25
Checking Disc Brake .................................................25
ROTOR...................................................................25
CALIPER.................................................................25
PAD........................................................................25
Checking Drum Brake ...............................................26
WHEEL CYLINDER..................................................26
DRUM.....................................................................26
LINING....................................................................26
TEMPORARY METHOD FOR CHECKING LINING
WEAR
.....................................................................26
Checking Steering Gear, Linkage and Transfer
Gear ...........................................................................26
STEERING GEAR....................................................26
STEERING LINKAGE...............................................26
STEERING TRANSFER GEAR..................................26
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ................27
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL........................................27
CHECKING LINES...................................................27
Lubricating Locks, Hinges and Hood Latches...........27
Checking Seat Belts, Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters...............................................28
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS).........29
Engine Maintenance ..................................................29
DRIVE BELT DEFLECTION......................................29
DRIVE BELT TENSION............................................29
SPARK PLUG TYPE................................................29
Chassis and Body Maintenance ................................29
WHEEL BALANCE...................................................29
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Changing Differential Gear OilNBMA00271. Drain oil from drain plug and refill with new gear oil.
2. Check oil level.
Oil grade and viscosity:
See ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICATNSº,
MA-11, 12.
Oil capacity:
Front
1.85(3-7/8 US pt, 3-1/4 Imp pt)
Rear
2.8(5-7/8 US pt, 4-7/8 Imp pt)
Filler plug:
Front
: 39 - 59 N´m (4 - 6 kg-m, 29 - 43 ft-lb)
Rear
: 59 - 118 N´m (6 - 12 kg-m, 43 - 87 ft-lb)
Drain plug:
Front
: 59 - 98 N´m (6 - 10 kg-m, 43 - 72 ft-lb)
Rear
: 59 - 118 N´m (6 - 12 kg-m, 43 - 87 ft-lb)
LIMITED-SLIP DIFFERENTIAL GEARNBMA0027S01IUse only approved limited-slip differential gear oil.
ILimited-slip differential identification.
1. Lift both rear wheels off the ground.
2. Turn one rear wheel by hand.
3. If both rear wheels turn in the same direction simultaneously,
vehicle is equipped with limited-slip differential.
Balancing WheelsNBMA0028Adjust wheel balance using the road wheel center.
Wheel balance (Maximum allowable unbalance):
Refer to SDS, MA-29.
SGI991
Tire RotationNBMA0029IAfter rotating the tires, adjust the tire pressure.
IRetighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has been driven
for 1,000 km (600 miles). (also in cases of a flat tire, etc.)
Wheel nuts:
: 118 - 147 N´m (12 - 15 kg-m, 87 - 108 ft-lb)
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Changing Differential Gear Oil
MA-24

SPD356A
On-vehicle Service
PROPELLER SHAFT VIBRATIONNBPD0003If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout
first.
1. Raise rear wheels.
2. Measure propeller shaft runout at several points by rotating
final drive companion flange with hands.
Runout limit: 0.6 mm (0.024 in)
SPD523A
Propeller shaft runout measuring points:
Unit: mm (in)
Distance A B C
3F80B-2BJ 372.5 (14.67) 240 (9.45) 240 (9.45)
2S80B-T 280 (11.02) 463.5 (18.25) 266.5 (10.49)
2F71H 173.5 (6.83) Ð Ð
SPD102
3. If runout exceeds specifications, disconnect propeller shaft at
final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange
180 degrees and reconnect propeller shaft.
4. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications,
replace propeller shaft assembly.
5. Perform road test.
APPEARANCE CHECKINGNBPD0004IInspect propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks.
If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
IIf center bearing is noisy or damaged, replace center bearing.
SPD103
Removal and InstallationNBPD0005IPut matchmarks on flanges and separate propeller shaft from
final drive.
PROPELLER SHAFT
On-vehicle Service
PD-6