2005 INFINITI QX4 tire type

IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
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DimensionsEAS001G4
Unit: mm (in)
Wheels & TiresEAS001G5
Drive type4x2 4x4
Overall length 5255 (206.9) 5255 (206.9)
Overall width 2001 (78.8) 2001 (78.8)
Overall height (with roof rack) 1976.8 (77.8) 1997.7 (78.7)
Front tread width 1725 (67.9) 1725 (67.9)
Rear tread width 1725 (67.9) 1725 (67.9)
Wheelbase 3130 (123.2) 3130 (123.2)
Minimum Running Ground Clearance (at front sus-
pension)With standard
undercover254.8 (10.03) 273.7 (10.77)
With oil pan skid
plate250.5 (9.86) 269.5 (10.61)
Drive Type Grade Road wheel Tire Spare tire size
All LE7-Spoke 18x8J Chromium Aluminum
AlloyP265/70R18 P265/70R18

LAN-10
[CAN]
CAN COMMUNICATION
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TYPE 3
System diagram

Type3
Brake pressure sensor signal R T
System setting signalRT
TR
Distance to empty signal T R
ASCD operation signal T R
ASCD OD cancel request T R
A/T CHECK indicator lamp signal T R
A/T position indicator lamp signal T R R
Current gear position signal T R
Tire pressure signal R T
Tire pressure data signal R T
1st position switch signal R T
4th position switch signal R T
Tow mode switch signal R T
A/T fluid temperature sensor signal T R
ICC operation signal R R T
ICC OD cancel request signal R R T
ICC sensor signal T R
ICC system display signal T R
ICC steering switch signal T RSignals ECM TCMICC
sen-
sorICC
unitDriver
seat
con-
trol
unitCom-
bina-
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mete
rDis-
play
con-
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unitBCMSteer-
ing
angle
sensorFront
air
con-
trol ABS
actu-
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elec-
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(con-
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PKIA8174E

LT-78
FRONT FOG LAMP
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Aiming AdjustmentEKS00B9M
The fog lamp is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable halogen bulb. Before performing aiming
adjustment, make sure of the following.

Keep all tires inflated to correct pressure.

Place vehicle on level ground.

See that vehicle is unloaded (except for full levels of coolant,
engine oil and fuel, and spare tire, jack, and tools). Have the
driver or equivalent weight placed in driver seat.
Adjust aiming in the vertical direction by turning the adjustment
screw.
NOTE:
Access adjustment screw from underneath front bumper. Turn screw
clockwise to raise pattern and counterclockwise to lower pattern.
1. Set the distance between the screen and the center of the fog
lamp lens as shown.
2. Turn front fog lamps ON.
3. Adjust front fog lamps using adjusting screw so that the top edge
of the high intensity zone is 200 mm (7.9 in) below the height of
the fog lamp centers as shown.

When performing adjustment, if necessary, cover the headlamps
and opposite fog lamp.
SEL350X
MEL327G
MEL328GA

MA-1
MAINTENANCE
L MAINTENANCE
CONTENTS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tool ......................................... 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ....................................... 5
General Maintenance ............................................... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ....................................... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance ....................... 7
Maintenance For Off-road Driving (4WD only) ......... 7
Schedule 1 ............................................................... 7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............... 8
Schedule 2 ............................................................... 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE .................................................................. 9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ............. 10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .......11
Fluids and Lubricants ..............................................11
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................... 12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL .................................... 12
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO ..... 12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ......................................... 13
Checking Drive Belts .............................................. 13
DRIVE BELT TENSION ...................................... 13
Changing Engine Coolant ...................................... 13
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ......................... 13
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ........................ 14
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ......................... 15
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................... 16
Changing Fuel Filter ............................................... 16
Changing Engine Air Cleaner Filter ........................ 16
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE ..................................... 16
Changing Engine Oil .............................................. 17
Changing Oil Filter ................................................. 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 18
Changing Spark Plugs ............................................ 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................... 20
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines .................................. 20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................... 21
Changing In-cabin Microfilter .................................. 21
Checking Exhaust System ...................................... 22
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 22
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................. 24
Changing Transfer Fluid ......................................... 24
DRAINING ........................................................... 24
FILLING ............................................................... 25
Checking Transfer Fluid ......................................... 25
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ................ 25
Checking Propeller Shaft ........................................ 25
Checking Final Drive Oil ......................................... 25
Changing Final Drive Oil ......................................... 25
Balancing Wheels ................................................... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ..................... 26
Tire Rotation ........................................................... 28
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks .................. 28
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ......................... 28
Checking Disc Brake .............................................. 28
ROTOR ................................................................ 28
CALIPER ............................................................. 29
PAD ..................................................................... 29
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage ..................... 29
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 29
STEERING LINKAGE ......................................... 29
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines .............. 29
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL .................................. 29
CHECKING LINES .............................................. 30
Checking Axle and Suspension Parts .................... 30
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
PARTS ................................................................. 30
DRIVE SHAFT ..................................................... 30

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to the FL section.
(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-13
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-20
Fuel linesI*MA-16
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4) R*MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-17
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-17
Spark plugs (double PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-18
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (5)EM-51
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
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Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
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Brake lines and cables I IMA-28
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I I MA-22
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-25,
MA-25
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-25,
MA-25
Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension
partsII I IMA-29,
MA-30
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-28
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-25
Exhaust system I I I IMA-22
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-21

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(1) If towing a trailer, or using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2ELS001BM
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section
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Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines and cables I IMA-28
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I IMA-22
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-25,
MA-25
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-25,
MA-25
Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension
partsIIIIMA-29,
MA-30
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-28
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-25
Exhaust system I I I IMA-22
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-21
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
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Title Perform at number of miles, kilome-
ters or months, whichever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
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3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
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Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-13
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-20
Fuel lines I* I*MA-16
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-17
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-17
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED
type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-18
Intake and exhaust valve clearance* NOTE (4)EM-51

PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EES001GX
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WA RN ING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Rear SuspensionEES001GY

When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with
the tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immedi-
ately.

Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The
spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions.

After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.

Caulking nuts are not reusable. Always use new caulking nuts for installation. New caulking nuts are pre-
oiled, do not apply any additional lubrication.

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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Wheel Alignment InspectionEES001HH
Rear Wheel Alignment Adjusting Bolts
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WA RN ING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface. Use CONSULT-II "EXHAUST SOLE-
NOID" active test to release the air pressure from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
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 runout and damage. Refer to WT-5, "
Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play.
5. Check the shock absorbers. Refer to RSU-26, "
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION" .
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 RSU-48, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .

If vehicle height is not within ± 10 mm (0.39 in) of the specification, perform the control unit initialization
procedure. Refer to RSU-46, "
Initialization Procedure" .
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.
WEIA0102E
1. Rear lower link adjusting bolt, LH 2. Front lower link adjusting bolt, LH 3. Front lower link adjusting bolt, RH
4. Rear lower link adjusting bolt, RH
Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)