2004 INFINITI QX56 engine oil

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Revision: August 20072004 QX56 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Liquid Gasket .................................. 2
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING .......... 2
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tool ......................................... 4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ............................................ 5
Lubrication Circuit .................................................... 5
System Drawing ....................................................... 6
ENGINE OIL ............................................................... 7
Inspection ................................................................. 7
OIL LEVEL ............................................................ 7
OIL APPEARANCE ............................................... 7
OIL LEAKAGE ....................................................... 7
OIL PRESSURE CHECK ...................................... 7
Changing Engine Oil ................................................ 8
OIL FILTER ............................................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............... 10OIL COOLER ............................................................ 11
Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
REMOVAL ........................................................... 11
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 12
OIL PUMP ................................................................. 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 14
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 14
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 14
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 14
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 15
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 16
Standard and Limit .................................................. 16
OIL PRESSURE .................................................. 16
OIL PUMP ........................................................... 16
REGULATOR VALVE .......................................... 16
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE) ........ 16

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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Liquid GasketEBS00I4E
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface
and remove the old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the mating surfaces.

Tap the seal cutter to insert it.

In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it.
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application
surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.

Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the
liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering
moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the Tool.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location
with the specified dimensions.

If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply the
liquid gasket to the groove.

As for the bolt holes, normally apply the liquid gasket inside
the holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be
applied outside the holes.

Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.

If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.

Do not retighten after the installation.

Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the
engine with engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.Too l n u mb er : K V 1011110 0 (J -37228)
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Tool number : WS39930000 ( — )
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ENGINE OIL
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OIL LEVEL

Before starting the engine make sure the vehicle is parked on a
flat and level surface, then check the oil level. If the engine is
already running, turn it off and allow 10 minutes before check-
ing.

Check that the oil level is within the low (L) and high (H) range
as indicated on the dipstick.

If the engine oil level is out of range, add oil as necessary. Refer
to GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
OIL APPEARANCE

Check the engine oil for a white milky appearance or excessive contamination.

If the engine oil is milky, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair the broken
parts.
OIL LEAKAGE
Check for oil leakage around the following areas.

Oil pan

Oil pan drain plug

Oil pressure sensor

Oil filter

Oil cooler

Intake valve timing control cover

Intake valve timing control solenoid valve

Front cover

Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head

Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover

Crankshaft oil seal (front and rear)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WA RN ING:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as engine oil may be hot.

Put the selector lever in the Park “P” position.
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
OIL LEVEL" .
2. Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Disconnect the oil pressure sensor harness connector.
4. Remove the oil pressure sensor.
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5. Install Tools.
6. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
7. Check the engine oil pressure with engine running under no-load.
Engine oil pressure [Engine oil temperature at 80°C (175°F)]
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2
, psi)
CAUTION:
If the difference is extreme, check the oil passages and oil pump for leaks and blockages.
8. After the inspections, install the oil pressure sensor as follows:
a. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to oil pressure sensor and engine.
b. Apply liquid gasket and tighten oil pressure sensor to the specification.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants" .
c. After warming up engine, make sure there is no leakage of engine oil with engine running.
Changing Engine OilEBS00I4K
WAR NIN G:

Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil is hot.

Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may
cause skin cancer; try to avoid direct skin contact with
used engine oil. If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly
with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
1. Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
2. Warm up engine, and check for oil leakage from engine compo-
nents. Refer to LU-7, "
OIL LEAKAGE" .
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Loosen oil filler cap, then remove drain plug.
5. Drain engine oil.
6. Install drain plug with new washer.
CAUTION:

Be sure to clean drain plug and install with new washer.
7. Refill with new engine oil. Refer to MA-10, "
Fluids and Lubricants" . Tool number : ST25051001 (J-25695-1)
: ST25052000 (J-25695-2)
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Engine Speed Approximate Discharge Pressure
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)
Oil pressure sensor torque : 14.7 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
Oil pan drain plug : 34.3 N·m (3.5 kg-m, 25 ft-lb)
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ENGINE OIL
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Engine oil capacity (Approximate):
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt)
CAUTION:

The refill capacity depends on the engine oil temperature and drain time. Use these specifica-
tions for reference only.

Always use the oil level gauge to determine when the proper amount of engine oil is in the
engine.
8. Warm up engine and check area around drain plug and oil filter for oil leakage.
9. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
10. Check engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "
OIL LEVEL" .
Drain and refillWith oil filter change 6.2 (6 1/2, 5-1/2)
Without oil filter change 5.9 (6-1/4, 5-1/4)
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 (8, 6-3/4)

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OIL FILTER
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OIL FILTERPFP:15208
Removal and InstallationEBS00I4L
REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
2. Remove the oil filter using Tool.
CAUTION:

The oil filter is provided with a relief valve.
Use Genuine NISSAN oil filter or equivalent.

Be careful not to get burned when the engine and engine
oil are hot.

When removing, prepare a shop cloth to absorb any
engine oil leakage or spillage.

Do not allow engine oil to adhere to the drive belts.

Completely wipe off any engine oil that adheres to the engine and the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove foreign materials adhering to the oil filter installation surface.
2. Apply engine oil to the oil seal circumference of the new oil filter.
3. Screw the oil filter manually until it touches the installation sur-
face, then tighten it by 2/3 turn. Or tighten to specification.
4. Inspect the engine for oil leakage. Refer to LU-10, "
INSPEC-
TION AFTER INSTALLATION" .
5. Install the engine front undercover using power tool.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-7, "OIL LEVEL" .
2. After warming up the engine, check for engine oil leakage.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check engine oil level and add engine oil. Refer to LU-7, "
OIL LEVEL" . Tool number : KV10115801 (J-38956)
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Oil filter : 17.7 N·m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
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OIL COOLER
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Removal and InstallationEBS00I4M
WA RN ING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil and engine coolant are hot.
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
2. Disconnect water hose, pinching hoses near oil cooler to prevent engine coolant from spilling.
CAUTION:
Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
3. Remove oil filter. Refer to LU-10, "
Removal and Installation" .
CAUTION:
Do not spill engine oil on the drive belts.
4. Remove connector bolt, and remove oil cooler.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Oil Cooler
Check oil cooler for cracks. Check oil cooler for clogging by blowing compressed air through engine coolant
inlet. If necessary, replace oil cooler assembly.
Relief Valve
Inspect relief valve for movement, cracks and breaks by pushing the ball. If replacement is necessary, remove
valve by prying it out using suitable tool. Install a new valve in place by tapping it.
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1. Oil pan 2. Water hose 3. Water pipe
4. Water hose 5. Oil cooler bolt 6. Oil filter
7. Oil cooler 8. O-ring 9. Relief valve
10. Water hose 11. Connector pipe 12. Gasket

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OIL COOLER
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal, paying attention to the following:

Confirm that no foreign objects are adhering to the sealing sur-
faces of the oil cooler or oil pan.

Tighten the connecting bolt after aligning the stopper on the oil
pan side with protrusion of the oil cooler.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Check level of engine oil and engine coolant, and add engine oil and engine coolant. Refer to LU-7, "OIL
LEVEL" and CO-8, "LEVEL CHECK" .
2. Start the engine, and check there is no leak of engine oil or engine coolant.
3. Stop engine and wait for 10 minutes.
4. Check engine oil level and engine coolant level again.
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