2004 INFINITI QX56 air suspension

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ACS-12
[ICC]
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT
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LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENTPFP:00026
Outline of Laser Beam Aiming Adjustment ProcedureEKS007TI
CAUTION:

The laser beam aiming adjustment cannot be performed without CONSULT-II.

The laser beam aiming adjustment must be performed every time the ICC sensor is removed,
installed or has been moved as a result of a collision.
1. Prepare the vehicle and the work area.
2. Set up the ICC target board.
3. Adjust the sensor following the procedure on CONSULT-II.
4. Check system operation after the adjustment.
PreparationEKS007PC

Place the vehicle on level ground. Shift the transmission into "P" position and release the parking brake.

Adjust the tire pressure to the specified value.

See that there is no load in the vehicle. Coolant, engine oil and fuel should be filled to correct level.

Check that the vehicle suspension has been adjusted to the standard height by the load leveling rear air
suspension system. Refer to RSU-12, "
Basic Inspection" .

Clean the ICC sensor with a soft cloth.
Setting up the ICC Target BoardEKS007PE
CAUTION:
Accuracy in setting up the ICC target board is essential for the laser beam aiming adjustment.
ADJUSTING HEIGHT OF THE ICC TARGET BOARD
1. Attach a triangle scale as shown.Tool number : KV99110100 (J-45718)
WKIA1848E
WKIA1849E

BL-166
BODY REPAIR
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1. Front shock absorber bracket RH/LH
2. Front differential mounting bracket RH/LH
3. 1st cab mounting bracket RH/LH
4. Front side member extension assembly RH/LH
5. 1st crossmember assembly
6. 2nd crossmember assembly
7. Front upper link mounting bracket RH/LH
8. Panhard rod bracket reinforcement
9. Bound bumper bracket RH/LH
10. Front brake hose bracket RH/LH
11. Panhard rod reinforcement
12. 4th crossmember gusset RH/LH
13. 2nd cab mounting bracket RH/LH
14. 3rd cab mounting bracket RH/LH
15. 4th cab mounting reinforcement RH/LH
16. 4th cab mounting bracket RH/LH
17. Rear suspension mounting bracket RH/LH
18. Rear brake hose bracket
19. Rear shock absorber bracket assembly RH/LH
20. Rear bound bumper bracket RH/LH
21. Rear bracket bumper reinforcement RH/LH
22. Cab mounting bracket assembly RH/LH
23. 9th crossmember assembly
24. Exhaust bracket assembly
25. Canister bracket, LH
26. 7th crossmember reinforcement
27. 7th crossmember assembly
28. 6th crossmember assembly
29. 4th crossmember gusset RH/LH
30. 4th crossmember assembly
31. 3rd crossmember assembly
32. Frame assembly

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
BR-5
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BR
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEFS003P6
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
BR-21
, BR-27
BR-21
, BR-27
BR-21
, BR-27
BR-25
, BR-30
BR-25
, BR-30
BR-25
, BR-30
BR-25
, BR-30
BR-25
, BR-30
BR-25
, BR-31
BR-25
, BR-31

PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FFD-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (FFD),
RFD-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (RFD)
FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (FAX),
RAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (RAX)
FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (FSU),
RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (RSU)
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
DRIVESHAFT
SUSPENSION
TIRES AND ROAD WHEEL
STEERING
SymptomNoise××× × × × × ××
Shake××××××
Shimmy, Shudder××××××× × × ××

FAX-4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS001AI
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
FAX -1 3FA X - 7FA X - 5FA X - 5FA X - 7FA X - 5
PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FFD-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
Wheel bearing damage
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT FINAL DRIVE
SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise×× ×× ×××××××
Shake× ××× × ×××××
Vibration××××× × ×× ×
Shimmy× ×× ×××××
Shudder×××× ×××××
Poor quality ride or
handling××× ×××

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
FFD-7
C
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
FFD
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS0035I
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
FFD-15FFD-15

FFD-15
FFD-16
FFD-16
MA-24, "
Checking Final Drive Oil
"
PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (FSU) and RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (RSU)
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (FAX) and RAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
" (RAX)
BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
Possible cause and suspected parts
Rough gear tooth
Improper gear contact
Tooth surfaces worn
Incorrect backlash
Companion flange excessive runout
Improper gear oil
Propeller shaft
Axle and suspension
Tires
Road wheel
Drive axle
Brakes
Steering
Symptom Differential Noise×××××××××××××

FSU-4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEES0010G
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. Repair or replace parts as necessary.
x: ApplicableReference page
FSU-5FSU-10FSU-5FSU-5FSU-21FSU-6FSU-6FSU-6
PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FFD-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
"
Possible Cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation,
damage or deflection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise× × ×××× × × × × × ××
Shake×××× × × ×××××
Vib ratio n××××× × ×× ×
Shimmy× × ×× × × × × ××
Shudder××× ×××××
Poor quality ride or handling××××× ×× ×××

FSU-6
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICEPFP:00000
Front Suspension PartsEES0010I
Check front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear and
other damage.

Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
If looseness is noted, inspect wheel bearing end play, then
check ball joint end play. Refer to FSU-15, "
Inspection" .

Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted (4WD only).

Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage.

Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks and other damage.
Front Wheel AlignmentEES0010J
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WAR NIN G:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear suspension parts before
making any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, coolant, and lubricant are full; and that the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
their designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-4, "
Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FAX-5, "
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mounting point of the suspension components for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the rear suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-21, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .

For air leveling vehicles, verify the level using Consult-II memory register 1103 and set to 0 ± 10 mm (0
± 0.39 in) as necessary.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.

This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN vehicle.

The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.

The alignment machine itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.

The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated.

Your alignment machine should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information.Suspension component torques : Refer to FSU-5,
"Components" .
SM A52 5A
SFA392B