2004 INFINITI QX56 oil change

LT-70
FRONT FOG LAMP
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through grounds E9, E15 and E24.
FOG LAMP OPERATION
The fog lamp switch is built into the combination switch. The lighting switch must be in the 2ND position or
AUTO position (LOW beam is ON) and the fog lamp switch must be ON for fog lamp operation.
With the fog lamp switch in the ON position, the CPU of the IPDM E/R grounds the coil side of the fog lamp
relay. The fog lamp relay then directs power

through 20A fuse (No. 56, located in the IPDM E/R)

through IPDM E/R terminal 50

to front turn/fog lamp LH terminal 1, and

through IPDM E/R terminal 51

to front turn/fog lamp RH terminal 1.
Ground is supplied

to front turn/fog lamp LH and RH terminal 3

through grounds E9, E15 and E24.
With power and ground supplied, the front fog lamps illuminate.
COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION
Refer to BCS-3, "COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION" .
EXTERIOR LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL
When the combination switch (lighting switch) is in the 2ND position (ON), the fog lamp switch is ON, and the
ignition switch is turned from ON or ACC to OFF, the battery saver control feature is activated.
Under this condition, the fog lamps (and headlamps) remain illuminated for 5 minutes, then the fog lamps (and
headlamps) are turned off.
Exterior lamp battery saver control mode can be changed by the function setting of CONSULT-II.
CAN Communication System DescriptionEKS007B6
Refer to LAN-5, "CAN COMMUNICATION" .

PARKING, LICENSE PLATE AND TAIL LAMPS
LT-109
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OPERATION BY LIGHTING SWITCH
With the lighting switch in the 1ST or 2ND position (or if the auto light system is activated), the BCM receives
input signal requesting the parking, license plate, side marker and tail lamps to illuminate. This input signal is
communicated to the IPDM E/R across the CAN communication lines. The CPU in the IPDM E/R controls the
tail lamp relay coil, which when energized, directs power

through 10 A fuse (No. 37, located in the IPDM E/R)

through IPDM E/R terminal 57

to front combination lamp LH and RH terminal 3

to license plate lamps terminal +

to rear combination lamp LH and RH terminal 3.
Ground is supplied

to front combination lamp LH and RH terminal 4

through grounds E9, E15 and E24, and

to rear combination lamp LH terminal 1

through grounds B7 and B19, and

to rear combination lamp RH terminal 1 and

to license plate lamps terminal –

through grounds B117 and B132.
With power and ground supplied, the parking, license plate and tail lamps illuminate.
COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION
Refer to BCS-3, "COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION" .
EXTERIOR LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL
When the combination switch (lighting switch) is in the 1ST (or 2ND) position, and the ignition switch is turned
from ON or ACC to OFF, the battery saver control feature is activated.
Under this condition, the parking, license and tail lamps remain illuminated for 5 minutes, then the parking,
license plate and tail lamps are turned off.
Exterior lamp battery saver control mode can be changed by the function setting of CONSULT-II.
CAN Communication System DescriptionEKS007CF
Refer to LAN-5, "CAN COMMUNICATION" .

ENGINE OIL
LU-9
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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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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
2004 QX56
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitEBS00I4P
OIL PRESSURE
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
OIL PUMP
Unit: mm (in)
REGULATOR VALVE
Unit: mm (in)
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US qt, Imp qt) Engine speed Approximate discharge oil pressure
Idle speed More than 98 (1.0, 14)
2,000 rpm More than 294 (3.0, 43)
Body to outer rotor radial clearance 0.114 - 0.200 (0.0045 - 0.0079)
Inner rotor to outer rotor tip clearance Below 0.180 (0.0071)
Body to inner rotor side clearance 0.030 - 0.070 (0.0012 - 0.0028)
Body to outer rotor side clearance 0.030 - 0.090 (0.0012 - 0.0035)
Inner rotor to brazed portion of housing clearance 0.045 - 0.091 (0.0018 - 0.0036)
Regulator valve to oil pump cover clearance 0.040 - 0.097 (0.0016 - 0.0038)
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)

MA-8
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(1) If towing a trailer, or using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2ELS00102
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section
- Page
or
- Content
Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines and cables I IMA-27
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I IMA-21
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension
partsII IIMA-28,
MA-29
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-27
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-24
Exhaust system I I I IMA-21
In-cabin microfilter R RAT C - 1 4 2
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
or - Content
Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-12
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-15
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-19
Fuel lines I* I*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-16
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-17
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (4)EM-52

MA-10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsELS00103
*1: For further details, MA-11, "SAE Viscosity Number" .
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III or MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F).
*7: DEXRON
TM III, MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN
dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTM III or MERCONTM Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid.
*8: For further details, refer to GI-5, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)" . DescriptionCapacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel
105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 galUnleaded gasoline with octane rating of
at least 91 AKI (RON 96) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
change6.2 6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt

API Certification Mark *1

API grade SL, Energy Conserving *1

ILSAC grade GF-III *1 Without oil filter
change5.9 6 1/4 qt 5 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul)
7.6 8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Cooling systemWith reservoir at
MAX level14.4 3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 galGenuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil
1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Transfer fluid
3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qtGenuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Conti-
nental U.S and Alaska) or Canada NIS-
SAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *7
Front final drive oil
1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF)
1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease — — —PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or
equivalent
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid
4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 galGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system lubricants
290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type S
(DH-PS) or equivalent *5

RFD-8
SIDE OIL SEAL
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SIDE OIL SEALPFP:33142
Removal and InstallationEDS002JL
REMOVAL
1. Remove the drive shaft inside flange bolts to disconnect the rear drive shafts from the rear final drive.
Support the rear drive shaft using a suitable wire.
2. Remove the side flange using Tools as shown.
a. Install Tool “A” on the side flange.
b. Pull the side flange out using Tool “B” as shown.
3. Remove the side oil seal using a suitable tool as shown.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the sealing lips of the side oil seal.
2. Press-fit the new side oil seal using Tool, until the front surface
of the side oil seal is level with the end surface of the housing.
CAUTION:

Keep the side oil seal even when installing, do not tilt the
side oil seal when pressing it in.

Discard the old side oil seal, always install a new side oil
seal.
3. Install the side flange using Tool.
a. Attach Tool to the side oil seal as shown.
b. After the side flange is inserted and the serrated part of the side
gear has engaged the serrated part of the flange, remove Tool.
c. Position a suitable drift on the center of the side flange, then
drive it in until the sound changes.
NOTE:
When the installation is complete, the driving sound of the side
flange turns into a sound which seems to affect the whole final
drive.Tool number A: KV40104100 ( — )
Tool number B: ST36230000 (J-25840–A)
Circlip installed position : Final drive side
LDIA0110E
LDIA0109E
Tool number : ST35271000 ( — )
LDIA0111E
Tool number : KV38107900 (J-39352)
SDIA0822E