2004 INFINITI QX56 air condition

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions for Steering System .............................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools (SST) ..................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 5
POWER STEERING FLUID ........................................ 6
Checking Fluid Level ................................................ 6
Checking Fluid Leakage ........................................... 6
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System ................................. 6
STEERING WHEEL .................................................... 7
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .......................... 7
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION ...... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY ................ 7
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEER-
ING WHEEL .......................................................... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE .................................................................. 7
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..... 7
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 8
TILT SYSTEM ............................................................. 9
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9
TILT MOTOR AND TILT SENSOR ........................ 9
STEERING COLUMN ............................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................11
INSTALLATION ....................................................11INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 12
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 13
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 13
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 14
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY ...................... 14
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ............ 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 18
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 20
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 21
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ............................... 26
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ......................... 26
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE ................ 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 26
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 27
INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY ............. 27
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 27
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 28
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 28
HYDRAULIC LINE .................................................... 31
Removal and Installation ........................................ 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 33
Steering Wheel ....................................................... 33
Steering Column ..................................................... 33
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ................ 34
Steering Gear ......................................................... 35
Oil Pump ................................................................. 35
Steering Fluid .......................................................... 35

STEERING WHEEL
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CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION

Check installation condition of steering gear assembly, front suspension, axle and steering column.

Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.

Check if the mounting nuts for steering gear assembly are loose.
Refer to PS-15, "
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
1. Turn tires straight ahead, start engine, then turn steering wheel to the left and right lightly, and measure
steering wheel movement on the outer circumference when steering wheel is turned up to the point where
tires start moving.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEERING WHEEL

Check neutral position on steering wheel after confirming that front wheel alignment is correct. Refer to
FSU-6, "
Front Wheel Alignment" .
1. Turn tires straight ahead, check if steering wheel is in the neutral position.
2. If it is not in the neutral position, remove steering wheel and reinstall it correctly.
3. If the neutral position cannot be attained by repositioning the steering wheel two teeth or less on steering
stem, loosen tie-rod lock nuts of steering outer sockets, then adjust tie-rods by the same amount in the
opposite direction.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to operating temperature of 60° – 80°C (140° – 176°F).
4. Tires need to be inflated to specified pressure. Refer to WT-33, "
Tire" .
5. Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering
wheel has been turned 360° from the neutral position.
6. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, inspect
steering column. Refer to PS-11, "
INSPECTION AFTER
REMOVAL" .
7. If steering column meets specification, repair steering gear.
Refer to PS-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly" .
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
When checking front wheel turning angle, refer to FSU-8, "FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE" . End play of the axial direction for steering wheel : 0 mm (0 in)
LGIA0024E
Steering wheel play on the outer circumference : 0 − 35 mm (0 − 1.38 in)
Tool number : J-44372
Steering wheel
turning force: 39 N (4 kg-f, 9 lb-f) or less
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CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer comments; refer to RF-8, "
Diagnostic Worksheet" . This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.

The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to
obtain all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).

If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer
is concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.

After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.

Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions. Hard sur-
faces = higher pitch noise/softer surfaces = lower pitch noises/edge to surface = chirping.

Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch
dependent on materials/often brought on by activity.

Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.

Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.

Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.

Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often drought on by activity.

Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.

Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may
judge as acceptable may be irritating to the customer.

Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
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DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle "twist".
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

Removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

Tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

Feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

Placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

Looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to RF-6, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–Separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–Insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN
Parts Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)
76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)
76884-71L02: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)

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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll.
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
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Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lens loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

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Work FlowEIS002WP
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the outline of system. Refer to RF-10, "
System Description" .
3. According to the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause or replace of the malfunction.
Refer to RF-17, "
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom" .
4. Does sunroof system operate normally? If Yes, GO TO 5, If No, GO TO 3.
5. Inspection End.
Terminal Wire Color Item ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
12 R/L Front door switch RH signalON (door open) 0
OFF (door closed) Battery voltage
38 W/L Ignition power supply Ignition switch ON Battery voltage
47 SB Front door switch LH signalON (door open) 0
OFF (door closed) Battery voltage
67 B Ground — —
68 W/L RAP signalIgnition switch ON Battery voltage
Within 45 seconds after ignition switch is
turned OFF Battery voltage
When front door LH or RH is open while
retained power is operating0
69 W/R Power window power supply — Battery voltage
70 W/B BAT power supply — Battery voltage
Terminal Wire Color Item ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
1 W/L RAP signalIgnition switch ON Battery voltage
Within 45 seconds after ignition switch is
turned OFFBattery voltage
When front door LH or RH is open while
retained power is operating0
3 P/W Sunroof switch CLOSE signalIgnition switch ON and sunroof switch
CLOSE position0
Other than above Battery voltage
4OSunroof switch
TILT UP
signalIgnition switch ON and sunroof switch in
TILT UP position0
Other than above Battery voltage
5 W/R BAT power supply — Battery voltage
7 B Ground — —
8 Y Ground signal — —
9 P Sunroof switch OPEN signalIgnition switch ON and sunroof switch
OPEN position0
Other than above Battery voltage
10 L/RSunroof switch
TILT DOWN
signalIgnition switch ON and sunroof switch in
TILT DOWN position0
Other than above Battery voltage

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4. Touch "RETAINED PWR".
5. Select diagnosis mode. "DATA MONITOR", "ACTIVE TEST" and
"WORK SUPPORT" are available.
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Work item Description
RETAINED PWR SETRAP signal’s power supply period can be changed by mode setting. Select RAP signal’s
power supply period between the following three mode settings:

MODE 1 (45 sec.) / MODE 2 (OFF) / MODE 3 (2 min.)
Test item Description
RETAINED PWRThis test is able to supply RAP signal (power) from BCM to power window system, power
sunroof system. Those systems can be operated when turning on “RETAINED PWR” on
CONSULT-II screen even if the ignition switch is turned OFF.
NOTE:
During this test, CONSULT-II can be operated with ignition switch “OFF” position.
“RETAINED PWR” should be turned “ON” or “OFF” on CONSULT-II screen when
ignition switch ON. Then turn ignition switch OFF for checking retained power
operation. CONSULT-II might be stuck if “RETAINED PWR” is turned “ON” or “OFF”
on CONSULT-II screen when ignition switch is OFF.
Monitored item Description
IGN ON SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ignition switch.
DOOR SW-DR Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch driver side.
DOOR SW-AS Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch passenger side.
Symptom Diagnostic procedure and repair order Refer to page
Sunroof does not operate.1. Sunroof motor assembly power supply and
ground circuit checkRF-20
2. Sunroof switch system checkRF-19
3. BCM power supply and ground circuit checkRF-18
4. Replace sunroof motor assemblyRF-27