2004 INFINITI QX56 parking brake

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4. Before driving, fluid level can be checked at fluid temperatures of 30° to 50°C (86° to 122°F) using
“COLD” range on ATF level gauge as follows.
a. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
b. Start engine and move selector lever through each gear position. Leave selector lever in “P” position.
c. Check fluid level with engine idling.
d. Remove ATF level gauge and wipe clean with lint-free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping away the fluid level gauge, always use lint-free paper, not a cloth one.
e. Re-insert ATF level gauge into charging pipe as far as it will go.
CAUTION:
To check fluid level, insert the ATF level gauge until the cap
contacts the end of the charging pipe, with the gauge
reversed from the normal attachment conditions.
f. Remove ATF level gauge and note reading. If reading is at low
side of range, add fluid to the charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill.
5. Increase ATF temperature by 80°C (176°F) once.
6. Make the fluid temperature approximately 65°C (149°F).
NOTE:
Fluid level will be greatly affected by temperature as shown. Therefore, be certain to perform oper-
ation while checking data with CONSULT-II.
a. Connect CONSULT-II to data link connector.
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Wheel Balance
Tire RotationELS0010P
1. Rotate the tires on each side from front to back as shown.

Do not include the same spare tire when rotating the tires.
2. Adjust the tire pressure to specification. Refer to WT-33, "
Tire" .
3. After the tire rotation, retighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles),
and also after a wheel and tire have been installed such as after repairing a flat tire.
Checking Brake Fluid Level and LeaksELS0010Q

Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank. It should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the reservoir tank.

If the fluid level is extremely low, check the brake system.

If the brake warning lamp comes on when the fluid is at the cor-
rect level, check the brake fluid level switch and the parking
brake switch.
Checking Brake Lines and CablesELS0010R
1. Check the brake lines and hoses for cracks, deterioration, and
other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leaks are visible around the brake line joints,
retighten the joint, or replace damaged parts as necessary.
2. Check for brake fluid leaks by fully depressing brake pedal while
engine is running.
Wheel type AluminumSteel
Inside Outside
Maximum radial
runout limitLateral mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) or less 1.0 (0.039) or less 0.9 (0.035) or less
Radial mm (in) 0.3 (0.012) or less 0.8 (0.031) or less 0.4 (0.016) or less
Maximum residual
imbalanceDynamic
(at rim flange)Less than 5 g (0.18 oz) (per side)
Static (at rim flange) Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)
Wheel nuts : Refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .
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Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 2
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM ...................................... 3
On-Vehicle Service ................................................... 3
PEDAL STROKE ................................................... 3
INSPECTION ........................................................ 3
ADJUSTMENT ...................................................... 3
PARKING BRAKE CONTROL ................................... 4
Components ............................................................. 4
Removal and Installation .......................................... 4
REMOVAL ............................................................. 4
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 5PARKING BRAKE SHOE ........................................... 6
Removal and Installation .......................................... 6
COMPONENTS ..................................................... 6
REMOVAL ............................................................. 6
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ......................... 7
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 7
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ........ 9
Parking Drum Brake ................................................. 9
Parking Brake Control .............................................. 9

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PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Commercial Service ToolsEFS003Q3
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
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(J-21177-A)
Brake drum clearence gaugeMeasuring rear rotor drum to parking
brake shoe clearance
Power toolLoosening bolts and nuts
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On-Vehicle ServiceEFS003Q4
PEDAL STROKE

When parking brake pedal is operated with the specified force, make sure the stroke is within the specified
number of notches. Check by listening and counting the ratchet clicks.
INSPECTION

Make sure the components are attached properly, checking for looseness or backlash.

Check parking brake pedal assembly for bends, damage and cracks, and replace if necessary.

Check cable for wear and damage, and replace if necessary.

Check parking brake warning lamp switch for malfunction, and replace if necessary. Refer to DI-32, "Wir-
ing Diagram — WARN —" .
ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove lower driver instrument panel. Refer to IP-13, "Instrument Lower Cover LH" .
2. Partially engage parking brake pedal to access adjusting nut.
3. Insert a deep socket wrench to rotate adjusting nut and loosen
cable sufficiently. Then, disengage the parking brake pedal.
4. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
5. Remove the rotor and measure inner diameter at widest point
using Tool.
6. Transfer measurement less 0.6 mm to the parking brake shoes
and adjust accordingly.
7. Using wheel nuts, secure the disc to the hub to prevent it from
tilting.
8. Rotate disc rotor to make sure there is no drag.
9. Adjust cable as follows:
a. Operate pedal 10 or more times with a force of 490 N (50 kg,
11 0 l b ) .
b. Rotate adjusting nut with deep socket to adjust pedal stroke to
specification.
c. With parking brake pedal completely disengaged, make sure
there is no drag on the parking brake.Pedal stroke : 3 − 4 notches [under force of 196 N (20.0 kg, 44.1 lb)]
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Tool number : — (J-21177A)
Pedal stroke : 3 − 4 notches [under force of
196 N (20.0 kg, 44.1 lb)]
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ComponentsEFS003Q5
Removal and InstallationEFS003Q6
REMOVAL
1. Remove lower instrument panel and center console. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY"
.
2. Remove floor trim. Refer to EI-36, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove adjusting nut.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse adjusting nut after removing it.
4. Remove the lock plate from the front cable.
5. Remove front parking brake cable bolts and nut.
6. Disconnect return spring from equalizer.
7. Disconnect the front parking brake cable from the equalizer and remove front cable.
8. Remove rear disc rotors. Refer to BR-28, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly and Disc
Rotor" .
9. Remove parking brake shoes, and remove rear cable from toggle lever. Refer to PB-6, "
PARKING BRAKE
SHOE" .
10. Remove equalizer from right and left rear cables.
11. Remove right and left rear cable bolts and nuts, then remove right and left rear cables.
1. Pedal assembly 2. Front cable 3. Right rear cable
4. Left rear cable 5. Return spring 6. Equalizer
7. Adjusting nut 8. Lock plate
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INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse adjusting nut after removing it.

Adjust parking brake. Refer to PB-3, "ADJUSTMENT" .

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PARKING BRAKE SHOE
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Removal and InstallationEFS003Q7
COMPONENTS
REMOVAL
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Clean the brakes with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne particles or other
materials.
NOTE:
Remove the disc rotor only with the parking brake pedal completely disengaged.
1. Remove the rear disc rotor. Refer to BR-28, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly and
Disc Rotor" .
2. Remove the rear drive shaft. Refer to RAX-7, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Disconnect ABS sensor at harness connector. Then remove ABS sensor wire from grommet mounts.
4. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to RAX-5, "
Removal and Installation" .

Withdraw ABS sensor harness through back plate when removing wheel hub and bearing assembly.
5. Remove the return springs.
6. Remove the adjuster.
7. Remove the retainers, anti-rattle pins and shoes.
8. Disconnect the parking brake cable from the toggle lever.
9. Remove back plate.
1. Back plate 2. Shoes 3. Toggle lever
4. Return springs 5. Retainers 6. Adjuster
7. Anti-rattle pins
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