2006 INFINITI QX56 radiator

BL-160
BODY REPAIR
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BODY REPAIRPFP:60100
Body Exterior Paint ColorEIS004T8
M: Metallic; 2S: 2-Coat Solid, 2P: 2-Coat Pearl; 3P: 3-Coat Pearl; t: New Cross Linking Clear Coat
LIIA1437E
ComponentColor code B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11
Description
Cobalt
Blue Kashmir Liquid
Onyx Jade Silver
Graphite Silver
Indulgence Tuscan
Pearl
Clear coat t t t t ttt
1 Outside
mirror Body
Chromium
plate Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P
Base Black KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3
2 Radiator
grille Center
and
emblemChromium
plate
Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P
3 Bumpers Fascias Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11
4 Valance BlackKH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3
5 Running
Boards Body Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11
Step pad Black
KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3 KH3
6 Outside
handles Chromium
plate
Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P
7 Side
Guard
Molding Base Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 BK12 BQ10
To p T r i m
Chromium
plate Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P
8 License
plate fin-
isher Base Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11
Top and
bottom
trim
Chromium
plate
Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P Cr2P
9 Cowl top
cover Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11
10 Rear
spoiler Body color B18 EY2 G10 J20 K11 K12 Q11

BL-196
BODY REPAIR
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HOODLEDGE

Work after radiator core support has been removed.
LIIA1154E

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ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
B ENGINE
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 2
Precautions for Liquid Gasket ............................. ..... 2
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING ..... ..... 2
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ..................... ..... 6
Troubleshooting Chart ......................................... ..... 6
COOLING SYSTEM ............................................... ..... 8
Cooling Circuit .......................................................... 8
System Drawing ....................................................... 9
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ... 10
Inspection ............................................................ ... 10
LEVEL CHECK ................................................ ... 10
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS ... 10
CHECKING RESERVOIR CAP ........................ ... 10
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP ........................... ... 10
Changing Engine Coolant ................................... ... 10
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ...................... .... 11
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ..................... .... 11
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ...................... ... 12
RADIATOR ............................................................. ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 16
Checking Radiator ............................................... ... 16
ENGINE COOLING FAN ........................................ ... 17
Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven Type) ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 17
Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type) .... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 18
WATER PUMP ....................................................... ... 19
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 20
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING ................... ... 21
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 21
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 21
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 22
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 22
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 22
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 23
Standard and Limit ............................................... ... 23
ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXI-
MATE) ............................................................... ... 23
THERMOSTAT ................................................. ... 23
RADIATOR ....................................................... ... 23

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PREPARATION
2006 QX56
PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsEBS00RE4
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsEBS00RE5
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV10111100
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
WS39930000
( — )
Tube pressure Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill tool For refilling engine cooling system
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
NT046
S-NT052
S-NT564
LMA053
WBIA0539E

PREPARATIONCO-5
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Tool nameDescription
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts
Radiator cap tester Checking radiator and radiator cap
Coolant system tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to reservoir filler
neck
Coolant system tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to reservoir cap
PBIC0190E
PBIC1982E
WBIA0408E
WBIA0409E

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
2006 QX56
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISPFP:00012
Troubleshooting ChartEBS00RE6
SymptomCheck items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
—
Thermostat stuck closed
—
Damaged fins Dust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Water cut valve malfunction Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.), phys-
ical damage
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud —— —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio —— —
Poor engine coolant quality —Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolant Engine coolant leaks Cooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into
cooling systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
rioration

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

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ENGINE COOLANT
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ENGINE COOLANTPFP:KQ100
InspectionEBS00RE9
LEVEL CHECK

Check if the engine coolant reservoir tank level is within MIN to
MAX level when engine is cool.

Adjust engine coolant level as necessary.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator or reservoir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from
high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator or reservoir.

To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system at
the reservoir filler neck using suitable tool and Tool.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE:
In case that engine coolant decreases, replenish cooling system
with engine coolant.

If any concerns are found, repair or replace damaged parts.
CHECKING RESERVOIR CAP

Check reservoir cap relief pressure using suitable tool and Tool.
NOTE:
Apply engine coolant to the cap seal.

Replace the reservoir cap if there is any damage in the nega-
tive-pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of
the limit.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Inspect the radiator cap.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.

Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.

Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other foreign material are on the black rubber gasket or the
metal retainer.
Changing Engine CoolantEBS00REA
WARNING:

To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a
turn to release any built-up pressure, then push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
SMA412B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Leakage test pressure : 137 kPa (1.4 kg/cm, 20 psi)
WBIA0612E
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Standard: 95 - 125 kPa (0.97 - 1.28 kg/cm
2 , 14 - 18 psi)
WBIA0611E