2004 INFINITI QX56 Factory Service Manual

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual EM-70Revision: August 2007
ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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ENGINE ASSEMBLYPFP:10001
Removal and InstallationEBS00ILW
WAR NIN G:
Situate vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
Place chocks at front and back

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5. Remove the cowl extension. Refer to EI-18, "Removal and Installation"  .
6. Remove engine room cover using power tools

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Before starting engine, check the levels of engine coolant, engine oil and working fluid. If less than
required quan

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INFINITI QX56 2004  Factory Service Manual CYLINDER BLOCK
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CYLINDER BLOCKPFP:11010
Disassembly and AssemblyEBS00ILX
WBIA0471E

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* Refer to GI-45, "Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants"  .
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove engine assembly. Refer to EM-70, "REMOVAL"  .
2. Remove the

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5. Drain engine coolant by removing cylinder block drain plug “A”,
“B”, “C” and “D” as shown.
6. Remove th

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11. Remove the piston from the connecting rod as follows. 
a. Remove the snap ring using suitable tool.
b. Heat piston to 60° to 70°C (140° to 15

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d. Remove the main bearing cap. 
Insert bolts (2) into bolt holes, and then remove main bearing
cap by lifting up and sha