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FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
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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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PBIC1653E
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Removal and InstallationEBS00M3T
1. Inspection hole cover 2. Inspection hole cover O-ring 3. Lock ring
4. Fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel
pump assembly5. Fuel tank 6. Fuel tank protector
7. Fuel tank protector clips 8. Fuel tank straps 9. Fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel
pump assembly O-ring
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FUEL TANK
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REMOVAL
WAR NIN G:
Follow the “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-3, "
General Precau-
tions" .
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank, if necessary.
Position the vehicle so it is level.
2. Remove the fuel filler cap to release the pressure from inside the fuel tank.
3. Check the fuel level on level gauge. If the fuel gauge indicates
more than the level as shown (full or almost full), drain the fuel
from the fuel tank until the fuel gauge indicates the level as
shown, or less.
If the fuel pump does not operate, use the following procedure
to drain the fuel to the specified level after disconnecting the
fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe.
a. Insert a suitable hose of less than 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter into
the fuel filler pipe through the fuel filler opening to drain the fuel
from fuel filler pipe.
b. Insert a suitable hose into the fuel tank through the fuel filler
hose to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
As a guide, the fuel level reaches the fuel gauge position as shown, or less, when approximately 14
liters (3 3/4 US gal, 3 1/8 Imp gal) of fuel are drained from the fuel tank.
4. Remove the LH rear wheel and tire. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation" .
5. Remove the four clips and remove the rear fender protector, front.
6. Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe and dis-
connect the vent hose quick connector.
7. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-93, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
8. Remove the second row LH rear seat and the third row rear seat. Refer to SE-104, "
REAR SEAT" .
9. Remove the second and third row rear seat belt buckles mounted on the floor. Refer to SB-3, "
SEAT
BELTS" .
10. Remove the LH center pillar trim, the LH rear trim panel, and the LH rear side door kick plate and weather
stripping. Refer to EI-35, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
11. Remove the second row rear center console and base. Refer to EI-37, "
FLOOR TRIM" .
12. Reposition the floor carpet out of the way to access the inspection hole cover, located under the center LH
rear seat.
10. Fuel filler hose 11. Fuel filler pipe 12. Fuel filler cup
13. Fuel filler hose grommet 14. Fuel filler cap 15. Fuel tank shield
WBIA0390E
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13. Remove the inspection hole cover by turning the retainers 90°
degrees clockwise.
Remove the o-ring.
14. Disconnect the fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel pump
assembly electrical connector, the EVAP hose, and the fuel feed
hose.
Disconnect the quick connector as follows:
Hold the sides of the connector, push in tabs and pull out the
tube.
If the connector and the tube are stuck together, push and pull
several times until they start to move. Then disconnect them
by pulling.
LBIA0382E
LBIA0383E
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CAUTION:
The quick connector can be disconnected when the tabs
are completely depressed. Do not twist the quick connec-
tor more than necessary.
Do not use any tools to disconnect the quick connector.
Keep the resin tube away from heat. Be especially careful
when welding near the tube.
Prevent any acid liquids such as battery electrolyte, from
getting on the resin tube.
Do not bend or twist the resin tube during connection.
Do not remove the remaining retainer on the hard tube (or
the equivalent) except when the resin tube or the retainer
is replaced.
When the resin tube or hard tube, or the equivalent, is
replaced, also replace the retainer with a new one (white
colored retainer).
To keep the quick connector clean and to avoid damage
and contamination from foreign materials, cover the
quick connector with plastic bags or suitable material as
shown.
15. Remove the four bolts and remove the fuel tank shield.
16. Remove the propeller shaft. Refer to PR-8, "
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT" .
17. Remove the three clips and remove the fuel tank protector at the
front of the fuel tank as necessary to transfer to the new fuel
tank.
18. Disconnect fuel filler hose, and vent hose at the fuel tank side.
PBIC1268E
PBIC0163E
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19. Remove the fuel tank strap bolts while supporting the fuel tank
with a suitable lift jack.
20. Disconnect the EVAP hose from the molded clip in the top of the fuel tank while lowering the fuel tank.
21. Lower the fuel tank using a suitable lift jack and remove it.
22. If necessary, remove the lock ring using Tool.
23. If necessary, remove the fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel
pump assembly.
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 pipe and hose connections for
leaks while applying fuel pressure.
2. Start the engine and rev it above idle, then check that there are no fuel leaks at any of the fuel pipe and
hose connections.
LBIA0387E
Tool number : — (J-46536)
LBIA0389E
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
2005 QX56
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Standard and LimitEBS00M3U
Fuel tank capacity
105.8 (28 US gal, 23 1/4 Imp gal)
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FSU-1
FRONT SUSPENSION
E SUSPENSION
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Revision: October 20052005 QX56 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions .............................................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 4
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ........................... 5
Components ............................................................. 5
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ............................................. 6
Front Suspension Parts ............................................ 6
Front Wheel Alignment ............................................. 6
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION ............................... 6
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMEN-
DATIONS .............................................................. 6
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS .............................. 7
CAMBER AND CASTER ....................................... 7
TOE-IN .................................................................. 7
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..................... 8
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER ............... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 10
Disassembly and Assembly ................................... 10
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............... 10
ASSEMBLY ..........................................................11STABILIZER BAR ..................................................... 12
Removal and Installation ........................................ 12
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
UPPER LINK ............................................................. 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
LOWER LINK ............................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 14
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14
UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT ... 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15
Inspection ............................................................... 15
SWINGING FORCE ............................................ 15
TURNING FORCE ............................................... 15
VERTICAL END PLAY ........................................ 16
KNUCKLE ................................................................. 17
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ......................... 17
Removal and Installation ........................................ 17
REMOVAL ........................................................... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ....................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 20
General Specifications (Front) ................................ 20
Wheel Alignment (Unladen
*1 )*6 ............................. 20
Ball Joint ................................................................. 21
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*
1 ) .............................. 21