2004 INFINITI QX56 radiator

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ENGINE COOLANT
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InspectionEBS00I4W
LEVEL CHECK

Check if the engine coolant reservoir tank level is within MIN to
MAX level when engine is cool.

Adjust engine coolant level as necessary.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
WAR NIN G:
Never remove the radiator or reservoir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from
high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator or reservoir.

To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system at
the reservoir filler neck using suitable tool and Tool.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE:
In case that engine coolant decreases, replenish cooling system
with engine coolant.

If any concerns are found, repair or replace damaged parts.
CHECKING RESERVOIR CAP

Check reservoir cap relief pressure using suitable tool and Tool.
NOTE:
Apply engine coolant to the cap seal.

Replace the reservoir cap if there is any damage in the nega-
tive-pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of
the limit.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Inspect the radiator cap.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.

Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.

Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other foreign material are on the black rubber gasket or the
metal retainer.
Changing Engine CoolantEBS00I4X
Refer to MA-12, "Changing Engine Coolant" .
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
Refer to MA-12, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
SM A41 2B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Leakage test pressure : 137 kPa (1.4 kg/cm, 20 psi)
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Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Standard
: 95 - 125 kPa (0.97 - 1.28 kg/cm
2 , 14 - 18
psi)
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RADIATOR
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Removal and InstallationEBS00I4Y
WAR NIN G:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high-pressure
engine coolant escaping from the radiator.
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.
1. Remove engine room cover. Refer to EM-11, "
ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
2. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to MA-12, "
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
3. Remove air cleaner and air duct assembly. Refer to EM-14, "
REMOVAL" .
4. Disconnect A/T fluid cooler hoses.

Install blind plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid.
5. Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses from radiator.
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1. Radiator 2. Bolt 3. Mounting rubber
4. A/T fluid cooler hose 5. Radiator hose (lower) 6. Flaps
7. Radiator shroud (upper) 8. Radiator shroud (lower) 9. Drain plug
10. Radiator hose (upper) 11. Reservoir tank hose 12. By-pass hose
13. Reservoir tank 14. Reservoir tank cap

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6. Remove the lower radiator shroud.

Release the tabs, pull lower radiator shroud rearwards and
down to remove.
7. Remove the radiator shroud upper bolts and remove the radiator
shroud upper.
8. Remove the A/C condenser bolts and brackets.
NOTE:
Lift A/C condenser up and forward to remove from radiator.
9. Remove A/T oil cooler bolts and oil cooler from radiator and
position aside.
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RADIATOR
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10. Lift up and remove the radiator.
CAUTION:
Do not damage or scratch air conditioner condenser and
radiator core when removing.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of engine coolant. Refer to CO-8, "CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there are no leaks of the engine coolant.
Checking RadiatorEBS00NKC
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If necessary, clean radiator as follows.
CAUTION:

Be careful not to bend or damage the radiator fins.

When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as cooling fan, radi-
ator shroud and horns. Then tape the harness and electrical connectors to prevent water from
entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surfaces.
3. Stop washing when dirt and debris no longer flow out from the radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.

Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (5 kg/cm2 , 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm (11.8
in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core surfaces until no water sprays out.
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ENGINE COOLING FAN
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Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven Type)EBS00I51
REMOVAL
1. Remove air duct. Refer to EM-14, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Remove the lower radiator shroud. Refer to CO-10, "
RADIATOR" .
4. Remove cooling fan.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Fan Coupling
Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions.
Fan Bracket

Visually check that there is no significant looseness in the fan
bracket shaft, and that it turns smoothly by hand.

If there are any unusual concerns, replace the cooling fan pulley.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Install cooling fan with its front mark “F” facing front of engine. Refer to CO-13, "Removal and Installation
(Crankshaft Driven Type)" .
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of the engine coolant. Refer to CO-8, "CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there are no leaks of the engine coolant.
1. Cooling fan 2. Fan coupling 3. Fan bracket
4. Cooling fan pulley
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THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING
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REMOVAL
Removal of Thermostat
1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to MA-12, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
CAUTION:
Perform when engine is cold.
2. Remove air duct and resonator assembly. Refer to EM-14, "
REMOVAL" .
3. Remove engine room cover using power tools.
4. Disconnect water suction hose from water inlet.
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat.
Removal of Thermostat Housing, Water Outlet and Heater Pipe
1. Remove intake manifold. Refer to EM-15, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove thermostat housing, water outlet and heater pipe.
Removal of Water Cut Valve
1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to MA-12, "DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT" .
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1. Heater pipe 2. Gasket 3. Water outlet
4. Gasket 5. O-ring 6. O-ring
7. Thermostat housing 8. Rubber ring 9. Thermostat
10. Water inlet 11. Water suction hose 12. Water suction pipe
13. Gasket 14. Heater pipe

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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Standard and LimitEBS00I55
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)
Unit: (US gal, Imp gal)
THERMOSTAT
RADIATOR
Unit: kPa (kg/cm2 , psi)
Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank) (MAX level) 14.4 (3 3/4, 3 1/8)
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84°C (176 - 183°F)
Maximum valve lift More than 10 mm/95°C (0.39 in/203°F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F) or higher
Reservoir cap relief pressure Standard 95 - 125 (0.97- 1.28, 14 - 18)
Leakage test pressure 137 (1.4, 20)

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PREPARATION
2004 QX56
PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsUBS00GZ9
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester
adapterAdapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap and ra-
diator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV10117100
(J-36471-A)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
with 22 mm (0.87 in) hexagon nut
KV10114400
(J-38365)
Heated oxygen sensor
wrenchLoosening or tightening heated oxygen sensors
a: 22 mm (0.87 in)
(J-44626)
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sen-
sor wrenchLoosening or tightening air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
(J-44321)
Fuel pressure gauge
kitChecking fuel pressure
(J-44321-6)
Fuel pressure adapterConnecting fuel pressure gauge to quick connec-
tor type fuel lines.
(J-45488)
Quick connector re-
leaseRemove fuel tube quick connectors in engine
room.
S-NT564
S-NT379
S-NT636
LEM054
LEC642
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