2004 INFINITI QX56 power steering

UPPER LINK
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Removal and InstallationEES0010N
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove wheel opening shield.
3. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
4. Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using
Tool.

Support lower link with jack.
5. Remove upper link mounting bolts and nuts.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Upper Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Upper Link Ball Joint
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .

After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" . Tool number : ST29020001 (J24319-01)
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LOWER LINK
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Removal and InstallationEES0010O
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to FSU-12, "
Removal and Installation" .
4. Remove drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to FAX-7, "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
6. Remove lower link adjusting bolts and nuts, then the lower link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .

After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" .
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KNUCKLE
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On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEES0010R
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to FSU-21, "
Ball Joint" .
Removal and InstallationEES0010S
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel and tire from vehicle using power tool.
2. Without disconnecting the hydraulic lines, remove brake caliper using power tool. Reposition it aside with
wire. Refer to BR-22, "
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor" .
CAUTION:
It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of caliper assembly. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so that the brake
hose in not under tension.
NOTE:
Avoid depressing brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
3. Put alignment marks on disc rotor and wheel hub and bearing
assembly, then remove disc rotor.
4. Remove ABS sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-64, "
Removal and Installation" .
CAUTION:
Do not pull on ABS sensor harness.
5. Remove cotter pin, then remove lock nut from drive shaft using power tool.
6. Remove steering outer socket cotter pin at steering knuckle, then loosen mounting nut using power tool.
1. Disc rotor 2. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 3. Wheel stud
4. Splash guard 5. Steering knuckle
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7. Disconnect steering outer socket from steering knuckle using
Tool. Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to threads and to prevent Tool from
coming off suddenly, temporarily install mounting nut
loosely.
8. Remove drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to FAX-7, "
Removal and Installation" .
9. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
10. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.
11. Support lower link using a suitable jack.
12. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
13. Separate upper link ball joint from steering knuckle using Tool.
14. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool. Then
remove steering knuckle from lower link ball joint.
15. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.

Perform ball joint inspection. Refer to FSU-15, "Inspection" . Tool number : HT72520000 (J-25730-A)
WGIA0130E
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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4Drive range 4th gear
FR, RR Front, Rear
LH, RH Left-Hand, Right-Hand
M/T Manual Transaxle/Transmission
OD Overdrive
P/S Power Steering
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
SDS Service Data and Specifications
SST Special Service Tools
2WD 2-Wheel Drive
2
22nd range 2nd gear
2
12nd range 1st gear
1
21st range 2nd gear
1
11st range 1st gear ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION

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TOW TRUCK TOWING
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Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. Always use safety stands to
support the frame when you have to get under the vehicle.

Place wheel chocks at both front and back of the wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:

All applicable State or Provincial (in Canada) laws and local laws regarding the towing operation
must be obeyed.

It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage during towing opera-
tion. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.

Always attach safety chains before towing.

When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and powertrain are in good order.
If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.

Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear
(i.e., backward) with four wheels on the ground as this may
cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.
2WD MODELS
NISSAN does not recommend towing automatic transmission
equipped vehicles with the drive wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:

When towing with the front wheels on the ground: Turn the
ignition key to the OFF position and move the transmission
selector lever to N (neutral) position, turn the ignition key to
OFF position and secure the steering wheel in a straight
ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never place
the ignition key in the LOCK position. This will result in
damage to the steering lock mechanism.
Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances.
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Speed : Below 95 km/h (60 MPH)
Distance : Less than 800 km (500 miles)
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
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MAFS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-149
, EC-156
Magnet clutch ............................... ATC-104, ATC-167
MAIN - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-128
Main oil pump (Transfer) .................................. TF-122
Mainshaft (Transfer) ........................................ TF-116
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 1 ....................... MA-6
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 2 ....................... MA-8
Major overhaul (Final drive) .............. FFD-14, RFD-13
Major overhaul (Transfer) ................................ TF-110
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................ EC-63
Map lamp .......................................................... LT-129
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ............. EC-146, EC-154
Meter ..................................................................... DI-5
METER - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-10
MIL data link connectors circuit ....................... EC-631
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-631
MIRROR - Wiring diagram ................................ GW-99
Misfire .............................................................. EC-243
Mode door control linkage adjustment ............. ATC-65
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-63, ATC-152
Model variation ................................................... GI-46
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .................. EC-26
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-6
Multi-remote control system ............................... BL-44
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NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-141
NAVI - Wiring diagram ....................................... AV-79
NAVI Control Unit ............................................ AV-157
Neutral-4LO switch ............................................ TF-96
Nissan torque demand (NTD) control system .... EC-29
NVH troubleshooting (AX) ................................. FAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (EM) .................................. EM-9
NVH troubleshooting (Final drive) ..................... RFD-5
NVH troubleshooting (Propeller shaft) ................. PR-3
NVH troubleshooting (RAX) .............................. RAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (RSU) .............................. RSU-5
NVH troubleshooting (ST) .................................... PS-5
NVH troubleshooting (WT)NVH troubleshooting (WT) .
WT-3
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) precautions
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O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-140
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-142
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-188, EC-199, EC-386,
EC-398
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-190, EC-201, EC-388,
EC-400
Oil cooler (engine) ............................................. LU-11
Oil filter ............................................................... LU-10
Oil filter (Transfer) ............................................ TF-107
Oil pan (engine) ................................................ EM-22
Oil pressure (engine) ........................................... LU-7
Oil pressure relief valve (engine) ......................... LU-5
Oil pump (engine) .............................................. LU-13
Oil seal replacement (engine) ........................... EM-56
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) FFD-8, RFD-6
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) FFD-10, RFD-
8
On board diagnostic system ............................. EC-49
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) EC-640
Overheat ......................................................... EC-410
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P/SCKT - Wiring diagram ................................. WW-54
Pantograph jack .................................................. GI-40
Park/Neutral position switch ............................ EC-546
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .................... AT-109
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-4
Parking lamp .................................................... LT-108
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) .............. EC-645
Periodic maintenance ......................................... MA-6
Personal lamp .................................................. LT-129
PGC/V - Wiring diagram ................... EC-287, EC-498
PHASE - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-261
Pinion bearing preload diff. ............................. RFD-21
Piston pin inspection ......................................... EM-89
Piston ring inspection ........................................ EM-90
Piston to bore clearance ................................... EM-94
Planetary carrier (Transfer) .............................. TF-127
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-548
POS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-256
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-6
Power seat ......................................................... SE-88
Power steering fluid level .................................. MA-29
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-15
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-26
Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor ........... EC-346
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-6
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-4
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram ................. EC-304, EC-310
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Precautions in repairing high strength steel ..... BL-192
Pressure switch 1 ............................... AT-154, AT-175
Pressure switch 2 ............................................. AT-172
Pressure switch 3 ............................... AT-148, AT-178
Pressure switch 5 ............................... AT-160, AT-181
Pressure switch 6 ............................... AT-166, AT-184
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................. AT-59
Propeller shaft ........................................... PR-4, PR-8
Propeller shaft inspection .................................. MA-24
Propeller shaft on vehicle service ....................... PR-8
Propeller shaft vibration ............................ PR-4, PR-8
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-347
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R/VIEW - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-75
Radiator ............................................................ CO-10
Rear Audio Remote Control Unit ....................... AV-47

INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
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1. Remove instrument lower cover LH. Refer to IP-13, "Instrument Lower Cover LH" .
2. Remove glove box assembly.
3. Remove center console lower covers.
4. Remove shift knob and A/T finisher. Refer to IP-13, "
A/T Finisher" .

Disconnect harness from bottom of A/T finisher.
5. Remove shifter assembly. Refer to AT-233, "
Control Device Removal and Installation" .

Disconnect harness and shifter cable.
6. Remove center console and disconnect harness.
7. Remove cluster lid C and disconnect harnesses.
8. Remove cluster lid D and disconnect harness.
9. Remove display assembly and the audio unit. Refer to AV-45, "
Removal and Installation for Audio Unit"
and AV- 1 5 8 , "Removal and Installation of Display Unit" .
10. Remove power point assemblies.
11. Remove front passenger air bag status light.
12. Remove hazard switch.
13. Remove clock.
14. Remove combination meter cover.
15. Remove cluster lid A and disconnect harness.
16. Remove combination meter and disconnect harness.
17. Remove lower knee protector LH.
18. Remove the upper and lower steering column covers.

Disconnect harness from ADP steering switch.
19. Remove defrost grille and disconnect optical sensor harness.
20. Remove side ventilator assembly LH.
21. Remove side ventilator assembly RH.
22. Remove instrument panel.

Remove passenger air bag nuts and remove air bag. Refer to SRS-50, "FRONT PASSENGER AIR
BAG MODULE" .

Disconnect GPS antenna.

Disconnect harnesses to instrument panel speakers LH and RH and remove speakers.

Disconnect all remaining harnesses.
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Steering member brackets 2. Bracket assembly LH 3. Steering member assembly
4. Combination meter cover 5. Defrost grille 6. Instrument panel speaker LH
7. Instrument panel 8. Bin mat 9. Side ventilator assembly LH
10. Instrument lower cover LH 11. Lower knee protector LH 12. Steering column cover upper
13. Steering column cover lower 14. Center console lower cover LH 15. Combination meter
16. Audio unit bracket LH 17. Driver instrument stay 18. Audio unit
19. Passenger instrument stay 20. Display assembly 21. Switch assembly
22. Cluster lid A 23. Cluster lid D ventilator LH 24. Front passenger air bag status light
25. Power point assemblies 26. Clock 27. Cluster lid C
28. Front air control 29. Audio control 30. Hazard switch
31. Cluster lid D ventilator RH 32. Cluster lid D 33. Glove box door
34. Glove box assembly 35. Glove box housing 36. Glove box striker
37. Rubber bumpers 38. Glove box damper 39. Audio unit bracket RH
40. Center console lower cover RH 41. Fuse block cover 42. Side ventilator assembly RH
43. Instrument panel bracket 44. Instrument panel speaker RH 45. Bracket assembly RH
46. Key cylinder escutcheon 47. Instrument lower cover RH