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CAMSHAFT
2004 QX56

Install intake and exhaust side camshaft sprocket by selec-
tively using the groove of dowel pin according to the bank.
(Common part used for both banks.)
b. Lock the hexagonal part of camshaft in the same way as for
removal, and tighten bolts.
c. Check again that the timing mating mark on timing chain and on
each sprocket are aligned.
6. Install chain tensioner with the following procedure:
NOTE:
Left bank is shown.
a. Install chain tensioner.

Compress plunger and hold it with a stopper pin when install-
ing.

Loosen the slack guide side timing chain by rotating camshaft
hexagonal part if mounting space is small.
b. Remove stopper pin and release plunger, and then apply ten-
sion to timing chain.
c. Install chain tensioner cover onto front cover. (RH bank)

Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Seal-
ants" .
7. Check and adjust valve clearances. Refer to EM-52, "
Va l v e
Clearance" .
8. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order
of removal.
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INSPECTION
NOTE:
Perform inspection as follows after removal, installation or replacement of camshaft or valve-related parts, or if
there are unusual engine conditions due to changes in valve clearance over time (starting, idling, and/or
noise).
1. Warm up engine. Then stop engine.
2. Remove engine cover, battery cover and air duct. Refer to EM-11, "
Removal and Installation" , SC-9,
"REMOVAL" and EM-14, "Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove right bank and left bank rocker covers using power tool. Refer to EM-33, "
Removal and Installa-
tion" .
KBIA2480E
Chain tensioner bolts : 6.9 N·m (0.70 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Tensioner cover bolts : 9.0 N·m (0.92 kg-m, 80 in-lb)KBIA2479E
KBIA2547E

GI-30
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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Cold or Hot Start Up
On some occasions an electrical incident may occur only when the car is started cold, or it may occur when
the car is restarted hot shortly after being turned off. In these cases you may have to keep the car overnight to
make a proper diagnosis.
CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Introduction
In general, testing electrical circuits is an easy task if it is approached in a logical and organized method.
Before beginning it is important to have all available information on the system to be tested. Also, get a thor-
ough understanding of system operation. Then you will be able to use the appropriate equipment and follow
the correct test procedure.
You may have to simulate vehicle vibrations while testing electrical components. Gently shake the wiring har-
ness or electrical component to do this.
NOTE:
Refer to “How to Check Terminal” to probe or check terminal.
Testing for “Opens” in the Circuit
Before you begin to diagnose and test the system, you should rough sketch a schematic of the system. This
will help you to logically walk through the diagnosis process. Drawing the sketch will also reinforce your work-
ing knowledge of the system.
CONTINUITY CHECK METHOD
The continuity check is used to find an open in the circuit. The digital multimeter (DMM) set on the resistance
function will indicate an open circuit as over limit (no beep tone or no ohms symbol). Make sure to always start
with the DMM at the highest resistance level.
To help in understanding the diagnosis of open circuits, please refer to the previous schematic.

Disconnect the battery negative cable.

Start at one end of the circuit and work your way to the other end. (At the fuse block in this example)

Connect one probe of the DMM to the fuse block terminal on the load side.

Connect the other probe to the fuse block (power) side of SW1. Little or no resistance will indicate that
portion of the circuit has good continuity. If there were an open in the circuit, the DMM would indicate an
over limit or infinite resistance condition. (point A)

Connect the probes between SW1 and the relay. Little or no resistance will indicate that portion of the cir-
cuit has good continuity. If there were an open in the circuit, the DMM would indicate an over limit or infi-
nite resistance condition. (point B)

Connect the probes between the relay and the solenoid. Little or no resistance will indicate that portion of
the circuit has good continuity. If there were an open in the circuit, the DMM would indicate an over limit or
infinite resistance condition. (point C)
Any circuit can be diagnosed using the approach in the previous example.
OPEN A circuit is open when there is no continuity through a section of the circuit.
SHORTThere are two types of shorts.

SHORT CIRCUITWhen a circuit contacts another circuit and causes the normal resistance to
change.

SHORT TO GROUND When a circuit contacts a ground source and grounds the circuit.
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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/HEADLINER
Noises in the sunroof/headliner 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 lense 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.

POWER WINDOW SYSTEM
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Work FlowEIS002UU
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the outline of system. Refer to GW-15, "
System Description" .
3. According to the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction.
Refer to GW-36, "
Trouble Diagnoses Symptom Chart" .
4. Does power window system operate normally? Yes, GO TO 5, If No, GO TO 3.
5. INSPECTION END.
CONSULT-II Function (BCM)EIS002UV
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II INSPECTION PROCEDURE
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
1. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to the
data link connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”.
BCM diagnostic
test itemDiagnostic mode Content
Inspection by partWORK SUPPORT Changes setting of each function.
DATA MONITOR Displays BCM input/output data in real time.
ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays BCM self-diagnosis results.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.
ECU PART NUMBER BCM part number can be read.
CONFIGURATION Performs BCM configuration read/write functions.
BBIA0369E
BCIA0029E

GW-86
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
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CONSULT-II Function (BCM)EIS002VU
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURE
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carries out CAN communication.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data
link connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”.
5. Touch “BCM”.
If “BCM” is not indicated, go to GI-39, "
CONSULT-II Data Link
Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
BCM diagnostic
test itemDiagnostic mode Content
Inspection by partWORK SUPPORT Changes setting of each function.
DATA MONITOR Displays BCM input/output data in real time.
ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays BCM self-diagnosis results.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.
ECU PART NUMBER BCM part number can be read.
CONFIGURATION Performs BCM configuration read/write functions.
BBIA0369E
BCIA0029E
BCIA0030E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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.
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.

LT-2Revision: August 20072004 QX56 COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION ... 48
EXTERIOR LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL ... 48
DELAY TIMER FUNCTION ................................. 48
CAN Communication System Description .............. 48
Major Components and Functions .......................... 48
Schematic ............................................................... 49
Wiring Diagram — AUTO/L — ................................ 50
Terminals and Reference Values for BCM .............. 53
Terminals and Reference Values for IPDM E/R ...... 54
How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis ................ 55
Preliminary Check .................................................. 55
SETTING CHANGE FUNCTIONS ....................... 55
CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT .................................................................... 55
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) .................................. 57
CONSULT-II OPERATION ................................... 57
WORK SUPPORT ............................................... 58
DATA MONITOR .................................................. 58
ACTIVE TEST ..................................................... 59
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS ........................... 59
CONSULT-II Function (IPDM E/R) .......................... 60
CONSULT-II OPERATION ................................... 60
DATA MONITOR .................................................. 61
ACTIVE TEST ..................................................... 61
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom .................... 62
Lighting Switch Inspection ...................................... 62
Optical Sensor System Inspection .......................... 63
Removal and Installation of Optical Sensor ............ 64
REMOVAL ........................................................... 64
INSTALLATION .................................................... 64
HEADLAMP AIMING CONTROL .............................. 65
System Description ................................................. 65
Wiring Diagram — H/AIM — ................................... 66
Removal and Installation ........................................ 68
Switch Circuit Inspection ........................................ 68
FRONT FOG LAMP .................................................. 69
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 69
System Description ................................................. 69
OUTLINE ............................................................. 69
COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION ... 70
EXTERIOR LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL ... 70
CAN Communication System Description .............. 70
Wiring Diagram — F/FOG — .................................. 71
Terminals and Reference Values for BCM .............. 73
Terminals and Reference Values for IPDM E/R ...... 74
How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis ................ 74
Preliminary Check .................................................. 75
CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT .................................................................... 75
CONSULT-II Functions ........................................... 76
Front Fog Lamps Do Not Illuminate (Both Sides) ... 76
Front Fog Lamp Does Not Illuminate (One Side) ... 77
Aiming Adjustment .................................................. 78
Bulb Replacement .................................................. 79
Removal and Installation ........................................ 79
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING LAMPS ... 80
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 80
System Description ................................................. 80
OUTLINE ............................................................. 80TURN SIGNAL OPERATION ...............................80
HAZARD LAMP OPERATION .............................81
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM OPERA-
TION ....................................................................82
COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION ...82
CAN Communication System Description ..............82
Wiring Diagram — TURN — ...................................83
Terminals and Reference Values for BCM ..............85
How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis ................86
Preliminary Check ...................................................87
CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT .....................................................................87
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) ..................................88
CONSULT-II OPERATION ...................................88
DATA MONITOR ..................................................89
ACTIVE TEST ......................................................89
Turn Signal Lamp Does Not Operate ......................90
Rear Turn Signal Lamp Does Not Operate .............91
Hazard Warning Lamp Does Not Operate But Turn
Signal Lamps Operate ............................................92
Turn Signal Indicator Lamp Does Not Operate .......93
Bulb Replacement (Front Turn Signal Lamp) ..........94
Bulb Replacement (Rear Turn Signal Lamp) ..........94
Removal and Installation of Front Turn Signal Lamp ...94
Removal and Installation of Rear Turn Signal Lamp ...94
LIGHTING AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH ................95
Removal and Installation .........................................95
REMOVAL ............................................................95
INSTALLATION ....................................................95
HAZARD SWITCH .....................................................96
Removal and Installation .........................................96
REMOVAL ............................................................96
INSTALLATION ....................................................96
COMBINATION SWITCH ..........................................97
Wiring Diagram — COMBSW — ............................97
Combination Switch Reading Function ...................98
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) ..................................98
CONSULT-II OPERATION ...................................98
DATA MONITOR ..................................................99
Combination Switch Inspection ............................. 100
Removal and Installation ....................................... 102
Switch Circuit Inspection ....................................... 102
STOP LAMP ............................................................ 103
System Description ............................................... 103
Wiring Diagram — STOP/L — .............................. 104
High-Mounted Stop Lamp ..................................... 105
BULB REPLACEMENT ...................................... 105
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ....................... 105
Stop Lamp ............................................................. 105
BULB REPLACEMENT ...................................... 105
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ....................... 105
BACK-UP LAMP ..................................................... 106
Wiring Diagram — BACK/L — .............................. 106
Bulb Replacement ................................................. 107
Removal and Installation ....................................... 107
PARKING, LICENSE PLATE AND TAIL LAMPS .... 108
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location . 108
System Description ............................................... 108
OPERATION BY LIGHTING SWITCH ............... 109

LT-42
HEADLAMP (FOR CANADA) - DAYTIME LIGHT SYSTEM -
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How to Proceed With Trouble DiagnosisEKS007AG
1. Confirm the symptom or customer complaint.
2. Understand operation description and function description. Refer to LT-35, "
System Description" .
3. Perform the Preliminary Check. Refer to LT-42, "
Preliminary Check" .
4. Check symptom and repair or replace the cause of malfunction.
5. Does the headlamp operate normally? If YES: GO TO 6. If NO: GO TO 4.
6. Inspection End.
Preliminary CheckEKS007AH
CHECK BCM CONFIGURATION
1. CHECK BCM CONFIGURATION
Confirm BCM configuration for "DTRL" is set to "WITH". Refer to BCS-13, "
READ CONFIGURATION PROCE-
DURE" .
OK or NG
OK >> Continue preliminary check. Refer to LT- 4 2 , "INSPECTION FOR POWER SUPPLY AND
GROUND CIRCUIT" .
NG >> Change BCM configuration for "DTRL" to "WITH". Refer to BCS-16, "
WRITE CONFIGURATION
PROCEDURE" .
INSPECTION FOR POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
1. CHECK FUSES AND FUSIBLE LINK
Check for blown fuses or fusible link.
Refer to LT- 3 7 , "
Wiring Diagram — DTRL —" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of blown fuse before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-
4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
35 O/B Combination switch output 2
ONLighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
36 R/W Combination switch output 1
38 W/L Ignition switch (ON) ON — Battery voltage
39 W CAN-H — — —
40 R CAN-L — — —
67 B Ground ON — 0V
70 W/B Battery power supply (fusible
link)OFF
—Battery voltage Terminal
No.Wire
colorSignal nameMeasuring condition
Reference value
(Approx.) Ignition
switchOperation or condition
SKIA5292E
Unit Power source Fuse No.
BCMBattery f
Ignition switch ON or START position 59
Daytime light relay Battery 45