2006 INFINITI QX56 heating

OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISCO-7
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Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function—
Overload on engine Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
—
Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper
—
—
Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom
Check items

CO-22Revision: November 2009
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING
2006 QX56
CAUTION:
Perform when the engine is cold.
2. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly. Refer to EM-15, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove the engine room cover using power tool.
4. Disconnect the heater hose (heater core side).
5. Remove the heater hose bracket.
6. Disconnect the water cut valve connector.
7. Remove the water cut valve.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Place a thread so that it is caught in the valve of the thermostat.
Immerse fully in a container filled with water. Heat while stirring.

The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the
valve opens and falls from the thread.

Continue heating. Check the full-open lift amount.

After checking the full-open lift amount, lower the water temper-
ature and check the valve closing temperature.
Standard values:
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Installation of Thermostat

Install the thermostat with the whole circumference of each
flange part fit securely inside the rubber ring as shown.

Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve facing upwards.
Installation of Water Outlet Pipe and Heater Pipe
First apply a neutral detergent to the O-rings, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the water outlet pipe and
heater pipe into the installation holes.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check for leaks of the engine coolant. Refer to CO-10, "CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS" .

Start and warm up the engine. Visually check for leaks of the engine coolant.
SLC252B
Thermostat
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84°C (176 - 183° F)
Full-open lift amount More than 10 mm/ 95°C (0.39 in/ 203°F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171°F) or higher
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Component Description .......................................
. 440
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 440
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 440
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 441
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 441
DTC P0500 VSS .................................................... . 442
Description .......................................................... . 442
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 442
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 442
Overall Function Check ....................................... . 442
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 443
DTC P0506 ISC SYSTEM ...................................... . 444
Description .......................................................... . 444
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 444
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 444
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 445
DTC P0507 ISC SYSTEM ...................................... . 446
Description .......................................................... . 446
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 446
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 446
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 447
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR .................................... . 448
Component Description ....................................... . 448
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 448
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 448
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 448
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 449
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 450
Component Inspection ........................................ . 452
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 452
DTC P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLY ...................... . 453
Component Description ....................................... . 453
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 453
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 453
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 454
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 455
DTC P0605 ECM ................................................... . 457
Component Description ....................................... . 457
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 457
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 457
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 458
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ............... . 460
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 460
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 460
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 461
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 463
DTC P0850 PNP SWITCH ..................................... . 465
Component Description ....................................... . 465
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 465
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 465
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 465
Overall Function Check ....................................... . 466
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 467
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 468
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL ... . 470
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 470
DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT ........................ . 471Description ...........................................................
.471
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .471
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .471
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .471
DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ........... .472
Description ........................................................... .472
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .472
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .472
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .472
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE ....... .473
Description ........................................................... .473
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .473
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .474
Overall Function Check ....................................... .474
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .476
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .478
Main 12 Causes of Overheating .......................... .481
Component Inspection ......................................... .482
DTC P1225 TP SENSOR ....................................... .483
Component Description ....................................... .483
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .483
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .483
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .484
Removal and Installation ..................................... .484
DTC P1226 TP SENSOR ....................................... .485
Component Description ....................................... .485
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .485
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .485
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .486
Removal and Installation ..................................... .486
DTC P1564 ICC STEERING SWITCH ................... .487
Component Description ....................................... .487
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .487
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .487
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .488
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .489
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .490
Component Inspection ......................................... .493
DTC P1564 ASCD STEERING SWITCH ............... .494
Component Description ....................................... .494
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .494
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .494
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .495
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .496
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .497
Component Inspection ......................................... .500
DTC P1568 ICC FUNCTION .................................. .501
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .501
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .501
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .501
DTC P1572 ICC BRAKE SWITCH ......................... .502
Component Description ....................................... .502
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .502
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .502
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .503

EC-314Revision: November 2009
DTC P0181 FTT SENSOR
2006 QX56
Component InspectionUBS00H39
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Remove fuel level sensor unit.
2. Check resistance between “fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump ”
terminals 3 and 4 by heating with hot water or heat gun as
shown in the figure.
Removal and InstallationUBS00H3A
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to FL-6, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" .
Temperature °C (°F) Resistance kΩ
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
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DTC P0182, P0183 FTT SENSOREC-319
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Component InspectionUBS00H3G
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Remove fuel level sensor unit.
2. Check resistance between “fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump”
terminals 3 and 4 by heating with hot water or heat gun as
shown in the figure.
Removal and InstallationUBS00H3H
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to FL-6, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" .
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance kΩ
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
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DTC P0300 - P0308 MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE, NO. 1 - 8 CYLINDER MIS-FIRE
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DTC P0300 - P0308 MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE, NO. 1 - 8 CYLINDER MIS-
FIRE
PFP:00000
On Board Diagnosis LogicUBS00L0T
When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the crank-
shaft position (CKP) sensor (POS) signal to vary, ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage)
On the 1st trip that a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to over-
heating, the MIL will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC on a second trip, the MIL will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MIL will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration) For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect vehicle emissions), the MIL will only
light when the misfire is detected on a second trip. During this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP sen-
sor signal every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or on multiple cylinders.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureUBS00L0U
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws when driv-
ing.
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speedOn board diagnosis of misfire
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0300
0300 Multiple cylinder misfire
detected
Multiple cylinder misfire.

Improper spark plug

Insufficient compression

Incorrect fuel pressure

The injector circuit is open or shorted

Fuel injector

Intake air leak

The ignition signal circuit is open or
shorted

Lack of fuel

Signal plate

Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1

Incorrect PCV hose connection
P0301
0301
No.1 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302
0302 No. 2 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303
0303 No. 3 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304
0304 No. 4 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 4 cylinder misfires.
P0305
0305 No. 5 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 5 cylinder misfires.
P0306
0306 No. 6 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 6 cylinder misfires.
P0307
0307 No. 7 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 7 cylinder misfires.
P0308
0308 No. 8 cylinder misfire
detected
No. 8 cylinder misfires.

EC-474Revision: November 2009
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
2006 QX56
On Board Diagnosis LogicUBS00H8V
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to MA-13, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-8, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-12, "
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE
RATIO" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckUBS00H8W
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap and/or reservoir tank cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could
be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator and/or reservoir tank.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator. Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-478,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-478,
"Diagnostic Procedure" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217 Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).

Engine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)

Cooling fan

IPDM E/R (Cooling fan relay)

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Reservoir tank

Reservoir tank cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-481,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
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EC-480Revision: November 2009
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
2006 QX56
8. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-481, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
>> INSPECTION END
PROCEDURE A
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E120.
3. Check voltage between IPDM E/R terminal 22 and ground with CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.

40A fusible link

Harness for open or short between IPDM E/R and battery
>> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
3. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR SHORT
1. Disconnect cooling fan motor harness connector.
2. Check harness continuity between cooling fan motor terminal 1 and IPDM E/R terminal 24, cooling fan motor terminal 2 and
ground.
Refer to wiring diagram.
3. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4. CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR
Refer to EC-482, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace cooling fan motor. Voltage: Battery voltage
PBIB2067E
Continuity should exist.
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