2004 INFINITI QX56 service

ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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Check with the manufacturer of your specific alignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to FSU-21,
"Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .
1. When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.

The alignment specifications programmed into your alignment machine that operate these indicators
may not be correct.

This may result in an ERROR.
2. Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-
pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). Do NOT use this “Rolling Compensation”
method.

Use the “Jacking Compensation” method. After installing the alignment targets or head units, raise the
vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.

See Instructions in the alignment machine you are using for more information.
CAMBER AND CASTER
1. Measure camber and caster of both the right and left wheels
with a suitable alignment gauge and adjust as necessary to
specification.
2. If outside of the specified value, adjust camber and caster using
the adjusting bolts in the front lower link.
CAUTION:
After adjusting the camber then check the toe-in.
NOTE:
Camber changes about 3' (0.11°) with each graduation of one
adjusting bolt. Refer to table below for examples of lower link
adjusting bolt effect on camber and caster.
3. Tighten the adjusting bolt nuts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "
Components" . Camber : Refer to FSU-20, "
Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*1 )" .
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Rear adjusting
bolt1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0 1 In 1 Out
Front adjusting
bolt1 Out 1 In 1 In 1 Out 1 In 1 Out 0 0
Camber
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)0 (0) 0 (0) 7' (0.11°)-7' (-0.11°)3' (0.11°) -3' (-0.11°)3' (0.11°) -3' (-0.11°)
Caster
Degree minute
(Decimal degree)-14' (-0.11°) 14' (0.11°) 0 (0) 0 (0) 7' (0.11°) -7' (-0.11°)-7' (-0.11°)7' (0.11°)

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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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TOE-IN
WAR NIN G:

Always perform the following procedure on a flat surface.

Make sure that no person is in front of the vehicle before pushing it.
1. Bounce the front of vehicle up and down to stabilize the vehicle height (posture).
2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft).
3. Put a mark on base line of the tread (rear side) of both front tires
at the same height as hub center as shown. These marks are
measuring points.
4. Measure the distance “A” on the rear side of the front tires as
shown.
5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180°
degrees (1/2 a turn).
CAUTION:
If the wheels have rotated more than 180° degrees (1/2
turn), start this procedure again from the beginning. Never
push the vehicle backward.
6. Measure the distance “B” on the front side of the front tires at the
same marks as shown. Total toe-in is calculated as “A” – “B”.
7. Adjust the toe-in by varying the length of the steering outer tie-
rods.
a. Loosen the outer tie-rod lock nuts.
b. Adjust the toe-in by screwing the outer tie-rods in or out.
c. Tighten the outer tie-rod lock nuts to specification.
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
1. Start engine and run at idle.
2. Set wheels in straight-ahead position. Then move vehicle for-
ward until front wheels rest on turning radius gauge properly.

Make sure vehicle is level.
3. Rotate steering wheel all the way right and left; measure turning
angle.

If front wheel turning angles are out of the specification, check
if the following parts are worn or damaged.
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Total toe-in : Refer to FSU-20, "Wheel Alignment
(Unladen*1 )" .
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Standard length “L” : Refer to PS-15, "POWER
STEERING GEAR AND LINK-
AGE" .
Lock nut : Refer to PS-15, "
Removal and
Installation" .
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Wheel turning angle
(full turn): Refer to FSU-20, "Wheel
Alignment (Unladen*1 )" .
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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–Steering gear
–Ste er ing c olumn
–Front suspension components
If found that they are worn or damaged, replace them with new ones.

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COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBERPFP:56210
Removal and InstallationEES0010K
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt using power tool.
3. Remove the three shock absorber upper mounting nuts using
power tool.
4. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.

Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for
removal.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

The step in the shock absorber assembly lower seat faces outside of vehicle.

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .
Disassembly and AssemblyEES0010L
DISASSEMBLY
1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing)
the piston rod lock nut as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time.
2. Compress the spring using commercial service tool until the
shock absorber mounting insulator can be turned by hand.
WAR NIN G:
Make sure that the pawls of the two spring compressors are
firmly hooked on the spring. The spring compressors must
be tightened alternately and evenly so as not to tilt the
spring.
3. Remove the piston rod lock nut.

Discard the piston rod lock nut, use a new nut for assembly.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Shock Absorber Assembly

Check for smooth operation through a full stroke, both compression and extension.

Check for oil leakage on welded or gland packing portions.

Check piston rod for cracks, deformation or other damage and replace if necessary.
Mounting Insulator and Rubber Parts
Check cemented rubber-to-metal portion for separation or cracks. Check rubber parts for deterioration and
replace if necessary.
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KNUCKLE
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Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to FSU-21, "
Ball Joint" .
Removal and InstallationEES0010S
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire from vehicle using power tool.
2. Without disconnecting the hydraulic lines, remove brake caliper using power tool. Reposition it aside with
wire. Refer to BR-22, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor" .
CAUTION:
It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of caliper assembly. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so that the brake
hose in not under tension.
NOTE:
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Put alignment marks on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing
assembly, then remove disc rotor.
4. Remove ABS sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-64, "
Removal and Installation" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on ABS sensor harness.
5. Remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
6. Remove steering outer socket cotter pin at steering knuckle, then loosen mounting nut using power tool.
1. Disc rotor 2. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 3. Wheel stud
4. Splash guard 5. Steering knuckle
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General Specifications (Front)EES0010T
Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1 )EES0012Y
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Target value 37° 31′ (37.52°)
*3: Target value 33° 59′ (33.98°)
*4: Target value 37° 44′ (37.73°)
*5: Target value 33° 29′ (33.48°) Suspension type Independent double wishbone coil over shock
Shock absorber type Double-acting hydraulic
StabilizerStandard equipment
Drive type2WD 4WD
Camber
Degree minute (decimal degree)Minimum -0° 51′ (-0.85°)-0° 33′ (-0.55°)
Nominal -0° 6′ (-0.10°)0° 12′ (0.20°)
Maximum 0° 39′ (0.65°)0° 57′ (0.95°)
Cross camber 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Caster
Degree minute (decimal degree)Minimum 3° 15′ (3.25°)2°45′ (2.75°)
Nominal 4° 0′ (4.00°)3° 30′ (3.50°)
Maximum 4° 45′ (4.75°)4° 15′ (4.25°)
Cross caster 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less 0° 45′ (0.75°) or less
Kingpin inclination
Degree minute (decimal degree)13° 32′ (13.53°)13°13′ (13.22°)
Total toe-inDistance (A − B)Minimum 1.8 mm (0.07 in) 1.8 mm (0.07 in)
Nominal 2.8 mm (0.11 in) 2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Maximum 3.8 mm (0.15 in) 3.8 mm (0.15 in)
Angle (left side and right side)
Degree minute (decimal degree)Minimum 0° 3′ (0.05°)0° 3′ (0.05°)
Nominal 0° 5′ (0.08°)0° 5′ (0.08°)
Maximum 0° 7′ (0.12°)0° 7′ (0.12°)
Wheel turning angle
(full turn)Inside
Degree minute (decimal degree)34° 31′ – 38° 31′ *2
(34.52° – 38.52°)34° 44′ – 38° 44′ *4
(34.73° – 38.73°)
Outside
Degree minute (decimal degree)30° 59′ – 34° 59′ *3
(30.98° – 34.98°)30° 29′ – 34° 29′ *5
(30.48° – 34.48°)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Ball JointEES0013H
*1 Measure at cotter pin hole
*2 Measure at groove
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )EES0010W
Unit: mm (in)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Confirm level using Consult-II, register 1103. Set rear wheel arch height to “0” if necessary.Swinging force “A”Upper ball joint 8.1 – 103.2 N (0.8 – 10.5 kg-f, 1.8 – 23.2 lb-f) *1
Lower ball joint 11.4 – 145.5 N (1.1 – 14.8 kg-f, 2.5 – 32.7 lb-f) *2
Turning torque “B” 0.5 - 6.4 N·m (0.05 - 0.65 kg-m, 4 - 57 in-lb)
Vertical end play “C”0 mm (0 in)
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Suspension type
Air leveling*2
Applied model 2WD 4WD
Front wheelarch height (Hf)913
(35.94)931
(36.65)
Rear wheelarch height (Hr)912
(35.91)932
(36.69)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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