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ENGINE ASSEMBLY
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5. Remove the cowl extension. Refer to EI-18, "Removal and Installation" .
6. Remove the engine room cover using power tools.
7. Remove the air duct and air cleaner case assembly EM-14, "
REMOVAL" .
8. Disconnect the vacuum hose between the vehicle and engine and set it aside.
9. Remove the radiator assembly and hoses. Refer to CO-12, "
REMOVAL" .
10. Remove the drive belts. Refer to EM-12, "
Removal" .
11. Remove the fan blade. Refer to CO-15, "
REMOVAL" .
12. Disconnect the engine room harness from the fuse box and set it aside.
13. Disconnect the ECM.
14. Disconnect the engine room harness from the engine side and set it aside.
15. Disconnect the engine harness grounds.
16. Disconnect the power steering reservoir tank from the engine and move it aside.
17. Disconnect the power steering oil pump from the engine. Move it aside and secure it using suitable wire or
rope. Refer to PS-26, "
REMOVAL" .
18. Remove the A/C compressor bolts and set the compressor aside. Refer to ATC-179, "
REMOVAL" .
19. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum line.
20. Disconnect the EVAP line.
21. Disconnect the fuel hose at the engine side connection. Refer to EM-29, "
REMOVAL" .
22. Disconnect the heater hoses at cowl, and install plugs to avoid leakage of engine coolant.
23. Remove the A/T oil level indicator and indicator tube upper bolts.
24. Remove the front final drive assembly (4x4 only). Refer to FFD-11, "
REMOVAL" .
25. Remove the exhaust manifolds. Refer to EM-19, "
Removal and Installation" .
26. Install the engine slingers into the left bank cylinder head and
right bank cylinder head.
27. Remove the A/T. Refer to AT-244, "
Removal and Installation
(4x2)" or AT-247, "Removal and Installation (4x4)" .
28. Lift using hoist and secure the engine in position.
29. Remove the engine assembly from the vehicle, avoid interfer-
ence with the vehicle body.
CAUTION:
Before and during lifting, always check if any harnesses
are left connected.
30. Remove the parts that may restrict installation of the engine to the engine stand.
NOTE:
This procedure is described assuming that you use an engine stand mounting to the surface to which the
transmission mounts.
a. Remove the drive plate.
Holding the crankshaft pulley bolt, lock the crankshaft to remove the drive plate bolts.
Loosen the bolts diagonally.
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Engine slinger torque: 45.0 N·m (4.6 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)
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CYLINDER BLOCK
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CAUTION:
Ensure the dowel pin is installed in the crankshaft.
When installing the drive plate to crankshaft, be sure to
correctly align crankshaft side dowel pin and drive plate
side dowel pin hole.
Tighten drive plate bolts crosswise several times.
NOTE:
Install the drive plate and reinforcement plate in the direction
shown.
Secure the drive plate using suitable tool.
Tighten the drive plate bolts crosswise several times.
Unlock drive plate, remove tool.
20. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
How to Select Piston and Bearing EBS00LMK
DESCRIPTION
*For the service parts, the grade for fitting cannot be selected between a piston pin and a connecting rod.
(Only 0 grade is available.) The information at the shipment from the plant is described as a reference.
The identification grade stamped on each part is the grade for the dimension measured in new condition.
This grade cannot apply to reused parts.
For reused or repaired parts, measure the dimension accurately. Determine the grade by comparing the
measurement with the values of each selection table.
For details of the measurement method of each part, the reuse standards, and the selection method of the
selective fitting parts, refer to the text.Drive plate bolts : 88.2 N·m (9.0 kg-m, 65 ft-lb)
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Connecting points Connecting parts Selection items Selection methods
Between cylinder block to
crankshaftMain bearingMain bearing grade (bearing
thickness)Determined by match of cylin-
der block bearing housing
grade (Housing inside diame-
ter) and crankshaft journal
grade (journal outside diame-
ter)
Between crankshaft to connect-
ing rodConnecting rod bearingConnecting rod bearing grade
(bearing thickness)Connecting rod bearing grade
= crankshaft pin grade (pin
diameter). No grade exists for
inside diameter of connecting
rod large end.
Between cylinder block to pis-
tonPiston and piston pin assembly.
The piston is available together
with piston pin as an assembly.Piston grade (piston diameter)Piston grade = cylinder bore
grade (diameter of bore)
*Between piston to connecting
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DRIVE SHAFT
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Steel Ball
Check for any compression scars, cracks, fractures, or unusual wear.
Inner Race
Check the ball sliding surface for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.
Check for any damage to the serrated part.
CAUTION:
If any defective conditions are found, install a new housing, ball cage, steel ball, and inner race as
a set.
ASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Wrap the serrated part of the drive shaft with tape. Install the
boot band and boot to drive shaft.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
2. Remove the tape wound around the serrated part of the drive shaft.
3. Install the ball cage, steel ball, and inner race assembly on the
drive shaft, and secure them tightly using the snap ring.
NOTE:
Discard the old snap ring and use a new one for assembly.
4. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, onto the housing (indicated by * marks), and install it
onto shaft. Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS" .
5. Install the stopper ring onto the housing.
6. After installation, pull on the shaft to check engagement between the sliding joint and the stopper ring.
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Grease capacity : 130 − 150 g (4.58 − 5.29 oz)
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7. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by * marks)
as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by *
marks) of shaft and housing, boot may come off. Remove
all grease from surfaces.
8. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the length indicated
below. Insert a suitable tool into large end of boot. Bleed air from
boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:
The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified value.
Do not to touch the tip of the screwdriver to the inside of the boot.
9. Secure the large and small ends of the boot with the new boot
bands as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
10. After installing the sliding joint housing to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that the boot is posi-
tioned correctly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new
boot band.
Wheel Side
1. Insert the Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the joint
sub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from the ball groove and serration hole. Refer to MA-11, "
REC-
OMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" . After inserting the
grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off the grease that has oozed
out.
2. Wrap the serrated part of the drive shaft with tape. Install the
boot band and boot onto the shaft. Do not damage the boot.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
3. Remove the protective tape wound around the serrated part of
the drive shaft.Boot installation length “L ” : 145 mm (5.71 in)
WDIA0287E
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4. Attach the circlip to the drive shaft. The circlip must fit securely
into the drive shaft groove. Attach the nut to the joint sub-assem-
bly.
Use a soft hammer to press-fit the circlip.
NOTE:
Discard the old circlip and use a new one for assembly.
5. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, into the joint sub-assembly and the large end of the
boot. Refer to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
6. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by the *
marks) as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on the boot mounting surfaces (indicated
by the * marks) of the drive shaft and joint sub-assembly,
the boot may come off. Remove all grease from the drive
shaft surfaces.
7. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the specified length.
Insert a suitable tool into the large end of the boot. Bleed the air
from the boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:
The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified length.
Do not contact inside surface of boot with the tip of the screwdriver.
8. Secure large and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
using tool as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
Secure boot band so that dimension "M" meets specification
as shown.
9. After installing the joint sub-assembly to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that it is positioned cor-
rectly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new boot
band.Grease capacity : 145 − 165 g (5.11 − 5.82 oz)
RAC0049D
Boot installation length “L” : 168.4 mm (6.63 in)
Tool number : KV40107300 ( — )WDIA0288E
RAC1133D
Dimension "M" : 1.0 – 4.0 mm (0.39 – 1.57 in)
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FUEL SYSTEM
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FUEL SYSTEMPFP:17503
Checking Fuel LinesEBS00M3Q
Inspect fuel lines, fuel filler cap and fuel tank for improper attach-
ment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterio-
ration.
If necessary, repair or replace damaged parts.
General PrecautionsEBS00M3R
WA RN ING:
When replacing fuel line parts, be sure to observe the following.
Put a “CAUTION: INFLAMMABLE” sign in the workshop.
Be sure to work in a well ventilated area and furnish workshop with a CO2 fire extinguisher.
Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from the work area.
CAUTION:
Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
–Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put the lid on securely. Keep the container in
safe area.
–Release fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-93, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
–Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Always replace O-rings and clamps with new ones.
Do not kink or twist hoses when they are being installed.
Do not tighten hose clamps excessively to avoid damaging
hoses.
Tighten high-pressure rubber hose clamp so that clamp
end is 3 mm (0.12 in) from hose end.
Tightening torque specifications are the same for all rubber
hose clamps.
Check that the screw does not contact adjacent parts.
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FUEL SYSTEM
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After connecting the fuel tube quick connectors, make sure
the quick connectors are secure.
Ensure that the connector and resin tube do not contact
any adjacent parts.
After installing tubes, make sure there is no fuel leakage at
connections in the following steps.
–Apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch
ON (with engine stopped). Then check for fuel leaks at con-
nections.
–Start the engine and rev it up and check for fuel leaks at
connections.
Use only a Genuine NISSAN fuel filler cap as a replacement.
If an incorrect fuel filler cap is used, the MIL may come on.
For servicing “Evaporative Emission System” parts, refer to
EC-32, "
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM" .
For servicing “On Board Refueling Vapor Recovery
(ORVR)” parts, refer to EC-39, "
ON BOARD REFUELING
VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)" .
PBIC1268E
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FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
2005 QX56
11. Remove the lock ring using Tool.
12. Remove the fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel pump assem-
bly.
CAUTION:
Do not bend the float arm during removal.
Avoid impacts such as dropping when handling the com-
ponents.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Connect the quick connector as follows:
–Check the connection for any damage or foreign materials.
–Align the connector with the pipe, then insert the connector straight into the pipe until a click is heard.
–After connecting the quick connector, make sure that the con-
nection is secure by checking as follows:
–Pull the tube and the connector to make sure they are securely
connected.
–Visually inspect the connector to make sure the two retainer tabs
are securely connected.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
1. Turn the ignition switch ON but do not start engine, then check the fuel pipes and hose connections for
leaks while applying fuel pressure to the system.
2. Start the engine and rev it above idle speed, then check that there are no fuel leaks at any of the fuel pipe
and hose connections.Tool number : — (J-46536)
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