2004 INFINITI QX56 oil temperature

DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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On Board Diagnosis LogicUBS00H8V
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to CO-8, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-11, "
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE
RATIO" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckUBS00H8W
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WA RN ING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-415,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-415,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).

Engine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)

Cooling fan

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-418,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
SEF 6 21 W

SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)
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SPARK PLUG (PLATINUM-TIPPED TYPE)PFP:22401
Removal and InstallationEBS00ILJ
REMOVAL
1. Remove the ignition coil. Refer to EM-26, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove the spark plug using suitable tool.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Use standard type spark plug for normal condition.
The hot type spark plug is suitable when fouling occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditions
such as:

Frequent engine starts

Low ambient temperatures
The cold type spark plug is suitable when spark knock occurs with the standard type spark plug under condi-
tions such as:

Extended highway driving

Frequent high engine revolution
1. Ignition coil 2. Spark plug
KBIA2505E
SEM 29 4A
MakeNGK
Standard typePLFR5A-11
Hot typePLFR4A-11
Cold typePLFR6A-11
Gap (Nominal) : 1.1 mm (0.043 in)

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CYLINDER HEAD
2004 QX56
Removal and InstallationEBS00ILT
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle. Refer to EM-70, "REMOVAL" .
2. Remove the following components and related parts:

Auto tensioner of drive belts and idler pulley. Refer to EM-12, "DRIVE BELTS" .

Thermostat housing and hose. Refer to CO-17, "Removal of Thermostat Housing, Water Outlet and
Heater Pipe" .

Oil pan and oil strainer. Refer to EM-22, "OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER" .

Fuel tube and fuel injector assembly. Refer to EM-29, "FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE" .

Intake manifold. Refer to EM-15, "INTAKE MANIFOLD" .

Ignition coil. Refer to EM-26, "IGNITION COIL" .

Rocker cover. Refer to EM-33, "ROCKER COVER" .
3. Remove crankshaft pulley, front cover, oil pump, and timing chain. Refer to EM-35, "
TIMING CHAIN" .
4. Remove camshaft sprockets and camshafts. Refer to EM-43, "
CAMSHAFT" .
5. Remove cylinder head bolts in reverse order shown.
1. Harness bracket 2. Engine coolant temperature sensor 3. Washer
4. Cylinder head gasket (left bank) 5. Cylinder head (right bank) 6. Cylinder head bolt
7. Cylinder head gasket (right bank) 8. Cylinder head (left bank)
KBIA2528E
PBIC0068E

PRECAUTIONS
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Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.

Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.

When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.

Before servicing the vehicle:
Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate cov-
ers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
WA RN ING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic trouble codes, do not carelessly disconnect the harness
connectors which are related to the engine control system and TCM (transmission control module)
system. The connectors should be disconnected only when working according to the WORK FLOW of
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES in EC and AT sections.
Precautions for Three Way CatalystEAS00149
If a large amount of unburned fuel flows into the catalyst, the catalyst temperature will be excessively high. To
prevent this, follow the instructions.

Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously damage the three way catalyst.

When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine compression, make tests quickly and only when
necessary.

Do not run engine when the fuel tank level is low, otherwise the engine may misfire, causing damage to
the catalyst.
Do not place the vehicle on flammable material. Keep flammable material off the exhaust pipe and the three
way catalyst.
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)EAS001KH
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87
AKI number (Research octane number 91) can be used, but only under the following precautions:

have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium
gasoline as soon as possible.

avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration.
However, for maximum vehicle performance, the use of unleaded premium gasoline is recommended.
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Do not use E-85
fuel (85% fuel ethanol, 15% unleaded gasoline) unless the vehicle is specifically designed for E-85 fuel
PBIC0190E
SGI234

GI-36
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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Do not apply excessive shock to the control unit by dropping or
hitting it.

Be careful to prevent condensation in the control unit due to
rapid temperature changes and do not let water or rain get on it.
If water is found in the control unit, dry it fully and then install it in
the vehicle.

Be careful not to let oil to get on the control unit connector.

Avoid cleaning the control unit with volatile oil.

Do not disassemble the control unit, and do not remove the
upper and lower covers.

When using a DMM, be careful not to let test probes get close to
each other to prevent the power transistor in the control unit
from damaging battery voltage because of short circuiting.

When checking input and output signals of the control unit, use
the specified check adapter.
SMJ INSTALLATION
To install SMJ, tighten bolts until orange “fulltight” mark appears and
then retighten to specified torque as required.
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten bolts, otherwise, they may be damaged.
SAIA0255E
SEF 3 48 N
SMJ :3 - 5 N·m (0.3 - 0.5 kg-m, 26 - 43 in-lb)
CEL969

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Numerics
2-4WD shift solenoid valve ................................ TF-95
4LO indicator lamp ............................................. TF-90
4WD shift indicator lamp .................................... TF-85
4WD shift switch ................................................ TF-95
4WD solenoid valve ........................................... TF-95
4WD warning lamp ............................................ TF-13
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A/C air flow ...................................................... ATC-29
A/C compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-
167
A/C compressor mounting ............................. ATC-166
A/C compressor precaution ............................. ATC-11
A/C compressor special service tool ................ ATC-14
A/C control operation (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-26
A/C diagnostic work flow (auto A/C) .............. ATC-120
A/C evaporator ............................................... ATC-175
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system identification ..... ATC-7
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ........ ATC-5
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-
162
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ... ATC-14
A/C HFC134a system service equipment precaution ...
ATC-11
A/C lubricant (R134a) ...................................... ATC-22
A/C lubrication oil ............................................. ATC-22
A/C operational check ....................... ATC-56, ATC-59
A/C self-diagnoses (auto A/C) ........ ATC-53, ATC-120
A/C service data specification ........................ ATC-182
A/C trouble diagnoses (auto A/C) .................... ATC-33
A/C, A - Wiring diagram ................................... ATC-41
A/T - Wiring diagram .......................................... AT-52
A/T fluid checking ...................... AT-13, AT-58, MA-21
A/T fluid cooler cleaning .................................... AT-15
A/T fluid replacement ............................. AT-13, MA-23
A/T fluid temperature sensor ........................... AT-131
A/T IND - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-41
A/T indicator ........................................................ DI-41
A/T shift lock system ........................................ AT-236
A/T trouble diagnoses ........................................ AT-43
ABS - Wiring diagram ..................................... BRC-16
ABS (anti-lock brake system) ........................... BRC-7
Accelerator control system ............................... ACC-2
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor . EC-556, EC-
562, EC-576
Accelerator pedal released position learning ..... EC-44
AF1B1-Wiring diagram EC-431, EC-439, EC-447, EC-
456, EC-466, EC-475, EC-487
AF1B2-Wiring diagram EC-433, EC-441, EC-449, EC-
458, EC-468, EC-477, EC-489
AF1HB1-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-355
AF1HB2-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-357
Aiming adjustment .................................. LT-31, LT-78
Air bag .............................................................. SRS-3
Air cleaner and air duct ..................................... EM-14
Air cleaner filter replacement ............................ MA-15
Air conditioner cut control ................................. EC-30
Air flow meter - See Mass air flow sensor EC-146, EC-
154
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 .. EC-429, EC-437, EC-445, EC-
454, EC-463, EC-472, EC-484
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 heater ........................... EC-354
Air mix. door motor .......................................... ATC-67
All - mode 4WD system ..................................... TF-10
Ambient sensor ............................. ATC-125, ATC-136
Angular tightening application ............................. EM-3
APPS1 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-558
APPS2 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-564
APPS3 - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-578
ASC/BS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-536
ASC/SW - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-519
ASCBOF - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-622
ASCD .............................................................. EC-647
ASCD (automatic speed control device) ........... ACS-3
ASCD brake switch ........................... EC-534, EC-621
ASCD indicator lamp ....................................... EC-628
ASCD steering switch ..................................... EC-517
ASCIND - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-629
ATP switch ......................................................... TF-96
ATP warning lamp .............................................. TF-89
AUDIO - Wiring diagram .................................... AV-10
AUT/DP - Wiring diagram .................................. SE-19
Auto air conditioner - Wiring diagram .............. ATC-41
Auto anti-dazzling inside mirror ........... GW-76, GW-77
Autolamp ............................................................ LT-47
Automatic amplifier ......................................... ATC-60
Automatic transmission number .......................... GI-48
AV and NAVI control unit ................................... AV-63
AV communication line ...................................... AV-87
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Back door trim ..................................................... EI-31
Back sonar .......................................................... DI-59
BACK/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-106
Back-up lamp ................................................... LT-106
Ball joint (front) ................................................ FSU-15
Basic inspection ................................................ EC-79
Battery ................................................................. SC-4
Battery/Starting/Charging System Tester SC-6, SC-12,
SC-19
BCM (Body control module) .............................. BCS-3
Block heater ...................................................... EM-73
Blower motor ................................... ATC-83, ATC-140
Body alignment ................................................ BL-174
Body component parts ..................................... BL-161
Body construction ............................................ BL-173
Body exterior paint color .................................. BL-160
Body mounting ................................................. BL-159
Body repair ....................................................... BL-160
Body sealing .................................................... BL-170
Brake booster .................................................... BR-17
Brake fluid level ................................................. MA-27
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-12
Brake inspection ............................................... MA-28

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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Driver air bag .................................................. SRS-45
DTC work support ............................................ EC-113
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-37
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-157
DVD Player ........................................................ AV-59
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ECM input/output signal ..................................... EC-96
ECM power supply ............................. EC-128, EC-361
ECM relay ........................................................ EC-128
ECM/PW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-362
ECTS - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-167
Electric sunroof .................................................. RF-10
Electric throttle control actuator ......... EC-365, EC-367
Electrical load signal circuit .............................. EC-612
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-64
Electronic ignition (EI) system ........................... EC-28
Engine control circuit diagram ........................... EC-94
Engine control component parts location ........... EC-88
Engine control module (ECM) .......................... EC-351
Engine control system diagram and chart ......... EC-23
Engine coolant .................................................... CO-8
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-165,
EC-178
Engine fail-safe system ...................................... EC-77
Engine oil ............................................................. LU-7
Engine oil filter replacement ............................. MA-16
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-7
Engine oil replacement ..................................... MA-16
Engine removal ................................................. EM-70
Engine room cover ............................................ EM-11
Engine serial number .......................................... GI-48
ETC1 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-368
ETC2 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-375
ETC3 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-379
EVAP canister .................................................. EC-636
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-285
, EC-496
EVAP canister vent control valve ....... EC-292, EC-504
EVAP control system (small leak) diagnosis .. EC-276,
EC-316
, EC-324
EVAP control system pressure sensor .... EC-299, EC-
302, EC-308
EVAP control system purge flow monitoring diagnosis
EC-271
EVAP vapor lines inspection ............................. MA-19
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system ............. EC-633
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-175
Exhaust manifold .............................................. EM-19
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-3
Exhaust system inspection .................................. EX-3
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-177
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F/FOG - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-71
F/PUMP - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-602
Final drive pre-inspection .................. FFD-15, RFD-12
Final drive removal and installation ... FFD-12, RFD-10
Flow charts .......................................................... GI-27
Fluid temperature sensor (A/T) ........................ AT-131
Fluids ................................................................ MA-10
Fluorescent leak detector .............................. ATC-178
Fog lamp, front ................................................... LT-69
Foot lamp ......................................................... LT-129
Freeze frame data ............................... EC-54, EC-107
Front brake solenoid valve ................. AT-151, AT-154
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-13
Front case (Transfer) ....................................... TF-125
Front combination lamp removal and installation LT-33
Front door ............................. BL-129, BL-132, GW-69
Front Door Trim ................................................... EI-31
Front drive shaft (Transfer) .............................. TF-115
Front fog lamp .................................................... LT-69
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-50
Front seat ........................................................... SE-96
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-3
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ............... SRS-3, SRS-57
Front washer ...................................................... WW-4
Front wiper ......................................................... WW-4
FTTS - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-227, EC-232
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-30
Fuel filter replacement ......................................... FL-5
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-5
Fuel injection system (Bank 1) .......... EC-208, EC-217
Fuel injection system (Bank 2) .......... EC-208, EC-217
Fuel injector and fuel tube ................................. EM-29
Fuel level sensor ................. EC-334, EC-336, EC-338
Fuel line inspection .............................................. FL-3
Fuel precautions ................................................... GI-5
Fuel pressure check .......................................... EC-46
Fuel pressure release ....................................... EC-46
Fuel pump ....................................................... EC-601
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-5
Fuel system .......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank .............................................................. FL-9
Fuel tank temperature sensor ........... EC-225, EC-231
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ......................... EC-636
FUELB1 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-210, EC-219
FUELB2 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-211, EC-220
Fuse ...................................................... PG-67, PG-77
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-77
Fuse block ......................................................... PG-76
Fusible link ............................................ PG-67, PG-77
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Garage jack and safety stand ............................. GI-40
Gauges ................................................................. DI-5
Generator .......................................................... SC-17
Generic scan tool (GST) ................................. EC-116
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-69, GW-72
Glove box lamp ................................... LT-152, LT-153
GPS antenna ..................................................... AV-62
Grease .............................................................. MA-10
Ground distribution ............................................ PG-30

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H/AIM - Wiring diagram ...................................... LT-66
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-10
Handling precautions for plastics ..................... BL-189
Harness connector ............................................ PG-68
Harness layout .................................................. PG-40
Hazard warning lamp ......................................... LT-80
Headlamp ............................................................. LT-6
Headlamp aiming control ................................... LT-65
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp aiming control . LT-
65
Headlamp removal and installation .................... LT-33
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) .... EC-186, EC-196,
EC-383
, EC-395
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) .... EC-186, EC-196,
EC-383
, EC-395
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 1) ........ EC-138
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 2) ........ EC-138
Heated seat ....................................................... SE-89
Heater and cooling unit (Heater core) . ATC-144, ATC-
147
Heater unit (heater core) ............... ATC-144, ATC-147
Height (Dimensions) ........................................... GI-49
HFC134a (R134a) system identification ........... ATC-7
HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ............... ATC-5
HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-162
HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ......... ATC-14
HFC134a system service equipment precaution ATC-
11
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve .... AT-163,
AT-166
Horn ................................................................ WW-56
HORN - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-56
How to erase DTC for OBD system .................. EC-62
HSEAT - Wiring diagram ................................... SE-91
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I/MIRR - Wiring diagram ................................... GW-76
IATS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-162
ICC - Wiring diagram ....................................... ACS-20
ICC/BS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-527
ICC/SW - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-512
ICCBOF - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-614
Identification plate .............................................. GI-47
Idle air volume learning ..................................... EC-44
Idle mixture ratio ................................................ EC-33
Idle speed .......................................................... EC-33
Idle speed control (ISC) .................... EC-342, EC-344
Ignition coil .......................................... EM-26, EC-583
Ignition control system .................................... EC-583
Ignition key hole illumination ............................ LT-129
Ignition timing .................................................... EC-33
IGNSYS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-584
ILL - Wiring diagram ......................................... LT-158
Illumination ....................................................... LT-152
Illumination control .............................. LT-152, LT-169
In vehicle sensor ........................... ATC-128, ATC-137
In-cabin Microfilter ............................................. MA-20
INJECT - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-596
Injector ............................................................. EC-595
Input clutch solenoid valve ................. AT-145, AT-148
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-10
Instrument panel speaker .................................. AV-46
INT/L - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-135
Intake air temperature sensor ............ EC-161, EC-181
Intake door control linkage adjustment . ATC-78, ATC-
80
Intake door motor ........................... ATC-76, ATC-151
Intake manifold .................................................. EM-15
Intake sensor ................................ ATC-133, ATC-139
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... ACS-6
Interior ................................................................. EI-34
Interior lamp ...................................................... LT-129
Interior lamp on-off control ................................ LT-129
Internal gear (Transfer) ..................................... TF-127
IPDM (Intelligent power distribution module engine
room) ................................................................. PG-17
IVIS (Infiniti vehicle immobilizer system) precautions ...
GI-3
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Jacking points ..................................................... GI-40
Junction box (J/B) .............................................. PG-76
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Key illumination ................................................ LT-129
Keyless entry system - See Multi-remote control system
BL-44
Knock sensor (KS) ........................................... EC-250
KS - Wiring diagram ........................................ EC-251
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Length (Dimensions) .......................................... GI-49
License lamp .................................................... LT-108
Lifting points ....................................................... GI-41
Line pressure solenoid valve ........................... AT-124
Line pressure switch (Transfer) .......................... TF-95
Line pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-59
Liquid gasket application ......................... LU-2, FFD-2
Location of electrical units ................................. PG-64
Low coast brake solenoid valve .......... AT-169, AT-172
Low tire pressure warning system ...................... WT-7
Low tire pressure warning system - trouble diagnoses
WT-10
Low tire pressure warning system - Wiring diagram .....
WT-10
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ..................................... ATC-22
Lubricants .......................................................... MA-10
Lubrication circuit (engine) .................................. LU-5
Lubrication oil A/C ........................................... ATC-22
Lubrication-locks, hinges and hood latches ....... MA-30