2006 INFINITI QX56 brake pads

TROUBLE DIAGNOSISBRC-23
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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Basic InspectionEFS004XN
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL, FLUID LEAK, AND BRAKE PAD INSPECTION
1. Check fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. If fluid level is low, add fluid.
2. Check the brake piping and around the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) for leaks. If there is
leaking or seeping fluid, check the following items.

If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connection is loose, tighten the piping to the specified
torque and recheck for leaks.

If there is damage to the connection flare nut or ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) threads,
replace the damaged part and recheck for leaks.

When there is fluid leaking or seeping from a fluid connection, use a clean cloth to wipe off the fluid and
recheck for leaks. If fluid is still seeping out, replace the damaged part. If the fluid is leaking at the ABS
actuator and electric unit (control unit), replace the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) assem-
bly.
CAUTION:
The ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot be disassembled and must be replaced
as an assembly.
3. Check the brake pads for excessive wear.
POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure the battery positive cable, negative cable and ground connection are not loose. In addition, make
sure the battery is sufficiently charged.
ABS WARNING LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP AND VDC OFF INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure ABS warning lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and VDC OFF indicator lamp (when VDC OFF switch is off), turn on for approximately 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON. If they do not, check the
VDC OFF indicator lamp and the VDC OFF switch. Refer to BRC-56, "
VDC OFF SWITCH" . Check CAN
communications. If there are no errors with the VDC OFF switch or CAN communication system, check
combination meter. Refer to DI-5, "
COMBINATION METERS" .
2. Make sure the lamps turn off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON. If the lamp does not turn off, conduct self-diagnosis.
3. With the engine running, make sure the VDC OFF indicator lamp turns on and off when the VDC OFF switch is turned on and off. If the indicator lamp status does not correspond to switch operation, check the
VDC OFF switch. Refer to BRC-56, "
VDC OFF SWITCH" .
4. Make sure ABS warning lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and VDC OFF indicator lamp turn off approximately 2 seconds after the engine is started. If ABS warning lamp, SLIP indicator lamp or VDC OFF indicator lamp
have not turned off 10 seconds after the engine has been started, conduct self-diagnosis of the ABS actu-
ator and electric unit (control unit).
5. After conducting the self-diagnosis, be sure to erase the error memory. Refer to BRC-28, "
CONSULT-II
Function (ABS)" .

PERIODIC MAINTENANCEMA-7
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCEPFP:00026
Introduction of Periodic MaintenanceELS001BJ
Two different maintenance schedules are provided, and should be used, depending upon the conditions in
which the vehicle is mainly operated. After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, continue the periodic
maintenance at the same mileage or time intervals, whichever comes first.
Maintenance For Off-road Driving (4WD only)ELS001BK
After driving the vehicle off-road through sand, mud, or water; more frequent maintenance may be required for
the following items:
Brake pads and rotors
Brake lines and hoses
Rear final drive oil, transmission fluid, and transfer fluid
Steering linkage
Drive shafts
Engine air cleaner filter
In-cabin microfilters
Schedule 1ELS001BL
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
Schedule 1
Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 1 if your driving habits frequently includes
one or more of the following driving conditions:

Repeated short trips of less than 5 miles (8 km).

Repeated short trips of less than 10 miles (16 km) with outside temperatures
remaining below freezing.

Operating in hot weather in stop-and-go
“rush hour ” traffic.

Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for long distances, such as police,
taxi or door-to-door delivery use.

Driving in dusty conditions.

Driving on rough, muddy, or salt spread roads.

Towing a trailer or using a car-top carrier. Emission Control Sys-
tem Maintenance
MA-7
Chassis and Body
MaintenanceMA-8
Schedule 2Follow Periodic Maintenance Schedule 2 if none of the driving conditions shown
in Schedule 1 apply to the driving habits.
Emission Control Sys-
tem MaintenanceMA-7Chassis and Body
MaintenanceMA-8
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE 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)
Months 3.75
(6)
3 7.50
(12)
6 11 . 2 5
(18)
9 15
(24)
12 18.75
(30)
15 22.5
(36)
18 26.25
(42)
21 30
(48)
24
Drive belts NOTE (1) MA-13
Air cleaner filterNOTE (2) [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor lines I*MA-20
Fuel lines I*MA-16
Fuel filter NOTE (3) —
Engine coolant NOTE (4) MA-13
Engine oilR R R R R R R R MA-17
Engine oil filterR R R R R R R R MA-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-105

MA-8
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 da maged.
(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 inter vals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only.
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE 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) Months 33.75
(54)27 37.5
(60) 30 41.25
(66)33 45
(72) 36 48.75
(78)39 52.5
(84) 42 56.25
(90)45 60
(96) 48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-13
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-16
EVAP vapor lines I*MA-20
Fuel lines I*MA-16
Fuel filter NOTE (3) —
Engine coolant NOTE (4) R*MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R R MA-17
Engine oil filterR R R R R R R R MA-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-105
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section- Page
or
- Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first. Miles x
1,000(km x
1,000)
Months 3.75
(6)
3 7.5
(12)
6 11 . 2 5
(18)
9 15
(24)
12 18.75
(30)
15 22.5
(36)
18 26.25
(42)
21 30
(48)
24
Brake lines and cables IIMA-28
Brake pads and rotors II IIMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1)IIMA-22
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1)IIMA-25,
MA-25
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1)IIMA-25,
MA-25
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspen-
sion parts IIII
MA-29,
MA-30
Tire Rotation NOTE (2) MA-28
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD)II IIMA-25
Exhaust system II IIMA-22
In-cabin microfilter RRMA-21

PERIODIC MAINTENANCEMA-9
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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 da maged.
(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 inter vals are
required. MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section- Page or
- Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first. Miles x
1,000(km x
1,000)
Months 33.75
(54)27 37.5
(60) 30 41.25
(66)33 45
(72) 36 48.75
(78)39 52.5
(84) 42 56.25
(90)45 60
(96) 48
Brake lines and cables IIMA-28
Brake pads and rotors IIIIMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1)IIMA-22
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1)IIMA-25,
MA-25
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1)IIMA-25,
MA-25
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspen-
sion parts IIIIMA-29,
MA-30
Tire Rotation NOTE (2) MA-28
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD)IIIIMA-25
Exhaust system IIIIMA-22
In-cabin microfilter RRMA-21
MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
or - Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilome-
ters or months, whichever comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 7.5
(12)
6 15
(24)
12 22.5
(36)
18 30
(48)
24 37.5
(60)
30 45
(72)
36 52.5
(84)
42 60
(96)
48
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 R MA-17
Engine oil filterR R R R R R R R MA-17
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED
type) Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).
MA-18
Intake and exhaust valve clearance* NOTE (4) EM-105

MA-10
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate. [ ]: At the mileage interval only.
(1) Refer to “ Tire rotation” under the “ General maintenance ” heading earlier in this section.
MAINTENANCE OPERATION
MAINTENANCE INTERVALReference
Section
- Page or
- Content
Title
Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.
Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months 7.5
(12) 6 15
(24) 12 22.5
(36) 18 30
(48) 24 37.5
(60) 30 45
(72) 36 52.
5
(84)
42 60
(96) 48
Brake lines and cables IIIIMA-28
Brake pads and rotors IIIIMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid IIIIMA-22
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil IIIIMA-25,
MA-25
Rear final drive oil IIIIMA-25,
MA-25
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspen-
sion parts. IIMA-29,
MA-30
Tire rotation NOTE (1) MA-28
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft
(4WD)IIII
MA-25
Exhaust system IIMA-22
In-cabin microfilter RRRRMA-21

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCEMA-29
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CALIPER
Check the caliper for any leaks, repair as necessary.
PA D
Check the pads for wear or damage. Refer to BR-32, "Front Disc
Brake" , BR-33, "Rear Disc Brake" .
Checking Steering Gear and LinkageELS001CD
STEERING GEAR

Check the steering gear housing for looseness, damage and oil
leakage as shown.

Check the steering column connections for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGE

Check the ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage, and grease leak-
age.
Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesELS001CE
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL

Check the power steering fluid level with the engine off.

Check fluid level on reservoir. Use “HOT ” range at fluid tempera-
tures of 50 ° to 80 °C (122 ° to 176 °F). Use “COLD” range at fluid
temperatures of 0 ° to 30 °C (32 ° to 86 °F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
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