2006 INFINITI QX56 service

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PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER ”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for ICC System ServiceEKS00BLD

Do not look straight into the laser beam discharger when adjusting laser beam aiming.

Turn the ON/OFF switch OFF during chassis dynamometer testing.

Do not remove, disassemble, or reposition the ICC sensor unless told to do so.

Erase DTC when replacing parts of ICC system, then check the operation of ICC system after adjusting
laser beam aiming if necessary.

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Special Service ToolEKS00BLF
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV99110100
(J-45718)
ICC target board Performing laser beam aiming ad-
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LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT
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Outline of Laser Beam Aiming Adjustment ProcedureEKS00BLN
CAUTION:

The laser beam aiming adjustment cannot be performed without CONSULT-II.

The laser beam aiming adjustment must be performed every time the ICC sensor is removed,
installed or has been moved as a result of a collision.
1. Prepare the vehicle and the work area.
2. Set up the ICC target board. For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
3. Adjust the sensor following the procedure on CONSULT-II.
4. Check system operation after the adjustment.
PreparationEKS00BLO

Place the vehicle on level ground. Shift the transmission into "P" position and release the parking brake.

Adjust the tire pressure to the specified value.

See that there is no load in the vehicle. Coolant, engine oil and fuel should be filled to correct level.

Check that the vehicle suspension has been adjusted to the standard height by the load leveling rear air
suspension system. Refer to RSU-12, "
Basic Inspection" .

Clean the sensor with a soft cloth.
Setting up the ICC Target BoardEKS00BLP
CAUTION:
Accuracy in setting up the ICC target board is essential for the laser beam aiming adjustment.
For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
ADJUSTING HEIGHT OF THE TARGET
1. Attach a triangle scale as shown.Tool number : KV99110100 (J-45718)
LKIA0632E
WKIA1849E

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INDEX FOR DTC ...................................................
..... 5
Alphabetical Index ............................................... ..... 5
DTC No. Index .................................................... ..... 6
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 7
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 7
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System
of A/T and Engine .................................................... 7
Precautions ......................................................... ..... 8
Service Notice or Precautions ............................. ..... 9
PREPARATION ...................................................... ... 10
Special Service Tools .......................................... ... 10
Commercial Service Tools ................................... .... 11
A/T FLUID .............................................................. ... 12
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ... ... 12
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ... ... 12
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning ................................... ... 14
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................... ... 17
Cross-Sectional View (2WD models) .................. ... 17
Cross-Sectional View (4WD models) .................. ... 18
Shift Mechanism .................................................. ... 19
TCM Function ...................................................... ... 30
CAN Communication ........................................... ... 31
Input/Output Signal of TCM ................................. ... 31
Line Pressure Control ......................................... ... 32
Shift Control ........................................................ ... 33
Lock-up Control ................................................... ... 34
Engine Brake Control .......................................... ... 36
Control Valve ....................................................... ... 36
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ......... ... 38
Introduction ......................................................... ... 38
OBD-II Function for A/T System .......................... ... 38
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-II ......... ... 38
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) .............. ... 38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................ ... 41
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................... ... 42
DTC Inspection Priority Chart ............................. ... 42
Fail-Safe .............................................................. ... 42
How To Perform Trouble Diagnosis For Quick and Accurate Repair ...................................................
... 44
A/T Electrical Parts Location ............................... ... 49
Circuit Diagram ....................................................... 50
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis ................. ... 51
Check Before Engine is Started ........................... ... 55
Check at Idle ........................................................... 55
Cruise Test - Part 1 .............................................. ... 56
Cruise Test - Part 2 .............................................. ... 58
Cruise Test - Part 3 .............................................. ... 59
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears ................... ... 60
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up .................................................. 60
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Slip Lock-up ............................................................ 60
Symptom Chart ....................................................... 61
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values ........ ... 83
CONSULT-II Function (A/T) ................................. ... 84
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE ........... ... 96
Description ........................................................... ... 96
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... ... 96
Possible Cause ....................................................... 96
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. ... 96
Wiring Diagram — AT — CAN ............................. ... 97
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... ... 99
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT .................. .100
Description ........................................................... .100
CONSULT-II Reference Value ............................. .100
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .100
Possible Cause .................................................... .100
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .100
Wiring Diagram — AT — STSIG ......................... .101
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .102
DTC P0700 TCM .................................................... .104
Description ........................................................... .104
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .104
Possible Cause .................................................... .104
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .104
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .104
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH .105
Description ........................................................... .105

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Shift Lock Control Unit Reference Values ............
.223
Component Inspection ......................................... .224
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM ................................... .226
Control Device Removal and Installation ............. .226
Adjustment of A/T Position .................................. .227
Checking of A/T Position ..................................... .227
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ......................................... .228
Oil Pan ................................................................. .228
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature
Sensor 2 .............................................................. .230
Rear Oil Seal ....................................................... .240
AIR BREATHER HOSE .......................................... .241
Removal and Installation ..................................... .241
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ............................... .243
Removal and Installation (2WD) .......................... .243
Removal and Installation (4WD) .......................... .246
OVERHAUL ............................................................ .250
Components ........................................................ .250
Oil Channel .......................................................... .258
Locations of Adjusting Shims, Needle Bearings,
Thrust Washers and Snap Rings ......................... .260
DISASSEMBLY ...................................................... .264
Disassembly ........................................................ .264
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS ..................... .282
Oil Pump .............................................................. .282Front Sun Gear, 3rd One-Way Clutch ..................
.284
Front Carrier, Input Clutch, Rear Internal Gear .... .286
Mid Sun Gear, Rear Sun Gear, High and Low
Reverse Clutch Hub ............................................. .291
High and Low Reverse Clutch ............................. .296
Direct Clutch ........................................................ .298
ASSEMBLY ............................................................ .300
Assembly (1) ........................................................ .300
Adjustment ........................................................... .313
Assembly (2) ........................................................ .316
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... .323
General Specifications ......................................... .323
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears .................... .323
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up ................................................ .324
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Slip Lock-up ......................................................... .324
Stall Speed ........................................................... .324
Line Pressure ....................................................... .324
A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor ............................. .324
Turbine Revolution Sensor ................................... .324
Vehicle Speed Sensor A/T (Revolution Sensor) .. .324
Reverse brake ...................................................... .325
Total End Play ...................................................... .325

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER ”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System of A/T and EngineECS00CDK
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:

Be sure to turn the ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect the negative battery cable before any
repair or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves,
etc. Will cause the MIL to light up.

Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)

Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. May cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.

Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system, etc.

Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.

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Before connecting or disconnecting the A/T assembly har-
ness connector, turn ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect
negative battery cable. Because battery voltage is applied
to TCM even if ignition switch is turned “OFF”.

After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform
“DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) CONFIRMATION PROCE-
DURE”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed
in the “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE”.

Always use the specified brand of ATF. Refer to MA-11, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use paper rags not cloth rags during work.

After replacing the ATF, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.

Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the transmission. It is important to
prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.

Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.

Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.

Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.

All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.

It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.

The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent
springs and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.

Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.

Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings
and seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.

Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.

Clean or replace ATF cooler if excessive foreign material is found in oil pan or clogging strainer. Refer to
AT- 1 4 , "
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning" .

After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.

When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque
converter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer
to AT- 1 2 , "
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)" , AT- 1 2 , "Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF)" .
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ATF COOLER SERVICE
If A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to AT- 1 4 , "
A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning" . For radiator replacement, refer to CO-14, "RADIATOR" .
CHECKING AND CHANGING A/T FLUID SERVICE
Increase ATF temperature by 80°C (176 °F) once, and then check ATF level in 65° C (149°F) when adjusting
ATF level.
NOTE:
JA60 uses both systems of a water-cooling and of an air-cooling. Air-cooling system has a by-pass valve.
When ATF temperature is not over 50 °C (122 °F) with water-cooling system OFF, it does not flow to air-cooling
system. If ATF level is set without the flow of ATF, the level will be 10mm lower than the standard. Therefore,
piping should be filled with ATF when adjusting level.
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS

A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. Refer to the table on AT- 8 6 ,
"SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.

The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM mem-
ories.
Always perform the procedure on AT- 3 9 , "
HOW TO ERASE DTC" to complete the repair and avoid
unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
For details of OBD-II, refer to EC-48, "
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM" .

Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use the new style slide-
locking type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG-68, "
HAR-
NESS CONNECTOR" .