2005 INFINITI QX4 tires

RSU-36
SUSPENSION ARM
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Check the ball joint. Replace the suspension arm assembly if
any of the following conditions exist:
–Ball stud is worn.
–Joint is hard to swing.
–Play in axial direction is excessive.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-25, "Components" .

Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
(unladen condition means that the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification, and
the spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions) with the tires on level ground.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-27, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" . Swinging force “A” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
Turning force “B” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
Vertical end play “C” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
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RSU-38
FRONT LOWER LINK
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-25, "Components" .

Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
(unladen condition means that the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification, and
the spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions) with the tires on level ground.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-27, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON or FLASH when there is a malfunction in 4WD system.
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF for approximately 1
second after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD Warning Lamp Indication
*: When 4WD warning lamp is ON, all the 4WD shift indicator lamps turn OFF.
AT P WA R N I N G L A M P
Even if A/T selector lever is in “P” position, vehicle may move because A/T parking mechanism does not oper-
ate when transfer is under neutral condition. ATP warning lamp is turned on so as to indicate this condition to
the driver.
System DiagramEDS002HB
Condition Content 4WD warning lamp
During self-diagnosis Indicates the malfunction position by number of flickers. Flickers at malfunction mode.
Lamp check*Checks the lamp by turning ON during engine starting. After
engine starts, it turns OFF if there are no malfunctions.ON
Malfunction in 4WD system*Turns ON to indicate malfunction. When ignition switch is
turned to “OFF” or the malfunction is corrected, it turns OFF.ON
When vehicle is driven with different
diameters of front and rear tiresFlickers once every 2 seconds.
Turns OFF when ignition switch is “OFF”.Flickers once every 2 sec-
onds.
High fluid temperature in transfer unitWhen fluid temperature is high or fluid temperature sensor cir-
cuit is shorted, it flickers twice every second.
It turns OFF when fluid temperature becomes normal.Flickers twice a second.
Other than above (System is nor-
mal.)Lamp is OFF. OFF
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TF-128
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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5. CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-36, "
Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Ref-
erence Values" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
6. CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS
1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to TF-144, "
Disassembly and Assembly" .
2. Check transfer inner parts.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes RapidlyEDS002HR
SYMPTOM:
While driving, 4WD warning lamp flashes rapidly.
NOTE:
Rapid flashing: 2 times/second
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK TIRE
Check the following.

Tire pressure

Wear condition

Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
2. CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP
Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle for a short period of time.
Does flashing stop?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE
Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to TF-102, "
Transfer Fluid Temperature"
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OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4. SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> GO TO 5.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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5. CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-36, "
Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Ref-
erence Values" .
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes SlowlyEDS002HS
SYMPTOM:
While driving, 4WD warning lamp flashes slowly. (When continuing to flash until turning ignition
switch OFF.)
NOTE:
Slow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK TIRE
Check the following.

Tire pressure

Wear condition

Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
2. CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE
Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to TF-102, "
Transfer Fluid Temperature"
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OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3. CHECK CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure switch system. Refer to TF-105, "
Clutch Pressure Switch" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4. SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> GO TO 5.
5. CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-36, "
Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Ref-
erence Values" .
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

WT-1
ROAD WHEELS & TIRES
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Revision: October 20052005 QX56 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tool ................................................. 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 4
WHEEL ....................................................................... 5
Inspection ................................................................. 5
WHEEL AND TIRE ASSEMBLY ................................. 6
Balancing Wheels .................................................... 6
REMOVAL ............................................................. 6
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT ...................... 6
Rotation .................................................................... 7
LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM ............ 8
System Components ................................................ 8
System Description .................................................. 8
TRANSMITTER ..................................................... 8
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RECEIVER ............. 8
BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE) ...................... 9
WARNING LAMP AND BUZZER .......................... 9
DISPLAY UNIT ...................................................... 9
CAN COMMUNICATION .......................................... 10
System Description ................................................ 10
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ...........................................11
Wiring Diagram .......................................................11
BCM Input/Output Signal Standard ........................ 13
ID Registration Procedure ...................................... 14
ID REGISTRATION WITH TRANSMITTER
ACTIVATION TOOL ............................................ 14
ID REGISTRATION WITHOUT TRANSMITTER
ACTIVATION TOOL ............................................ 15
Transmitter Wake Up Operation ............................. 16
WITH TRANSMITTER ACTIVATION TOOL ........ 16
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) ................................. 17
Self-Diagnosis ........................................................ 18DESCRIPTION .................................................... 18
FUNCTION .......................................................... 18
CONSULT-II ......................................................... 18
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair ...................................................... 20
INTRODUCTION ................................................. 20
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 20
Preliminary Check .................................................. 21
Malfunction Code/Symptom Chart .......................... 22
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SELF-DIAGNOSTIC
ITEMS ........................................................................ 24
Inspection 1: Transmitter or Control Unit (BCM) ..... 24
MALFUNCTION CODE NO. 21, 22, 23 OR 24 ... 24
Inspection 2: Transmitter - 1 ................................... 24
MALFUNCTION CODE NO. 31, 32, 33, 34, 41,
42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47 OR 48 ............................... 24
Inspection 3: Transmitter - 2 ................................... 25
MALFUNCTION CODE NO. 35, 36, 37 OR 38 ... 25
Inspection 4: Vehicle Speed Signal ........................ 26
MALFUNCTION CODE NO. 52 ........................... 26
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS .............. 27
Inspection 1: Warning Lamp Does Not Come On
When Ignition Switch Is Turned On ........................ 27
Inspection 2: Warning Lamp Stays On When Ignition
Switch Is Turned On ............................................... 27
Inspection 3: Warning Lamp Flashes When Ignition
Switch Is Turned On ............................................... 29
Inspection 4: Hazard Warning Lamp Flashes When
Ignition Switch Is Turned On .................................. 30
Inspection 5: “TIRE PRESSURE” Information In
Display Unit Does Not Exist .................................... 31
Inspection 6: ID Registration Cannot Be Completed ... 31
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ............................. 32
Transmitter (Pressure Sensor) ............................... 32
REMOVAL ........................................................... 32
INSTALLATION ................................................... 32
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 34
Road Wheel ............................................................ 34
Tire ......................................................................... 34

WT-4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEES001HY
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
WT-5WT-6WT-34WT-7—
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WT-34
PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RFD-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Refer to TIRES in this chart.
Refer to ROAD WHEEL in this chart.
BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Out-of-round
Imbalance
Incorrect tire pressure
Uneven tire wear
Deformation or damage
Non-uniformity
Incorrect tire size
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR AXLE AND REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKE
STEERING
SymptomTIRESNoise× ××××× × × × × ××
Shake××××× × ××× ××
Vibration××××××
Shimmy× ×××××× × × × ××
Shudder××××× × ××× ××
Poor quality ride or
handling××××× × ×××
ROAD
WHEELNoise×××××××××
Shake×× × ×× ×××
Shimmy, shudder×× × ×× ×××
Poor quality ride or
handling×× × ×× ×

WHEEL
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InspectionEES001HZ
1. Check tires for wear and improper inflation.
2. Check wheels for deformation, cracks and other damage. If
deformed, remove wheel and check wheel runout.
a. Remove tire from wheel and mount wheel on a tire balance
machine.
b. Set dial indicator as shown in the illustration. Refer to WT-34,
"Road Wheel" .
3. Check front wheel bearings for looseness.
4. Check front suspension for looseness.
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