2006 INFINITI QX56 wheel

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REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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5. Separate the drive shaft from the wheel hub and bearing assembly by lightly tapping the end with a suit-
able hammer and wood block. If it is difficult to separate, use a suitable puller.
6. Remove the drive shaft. CAUTION:
When removing the drive shaft, do not bend at an excessive angle to the drive shaft joint. Do not
excessively extend the slide joint.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Move the joint up and down, left and right, and in the axial direc-
tion. Check for any rough movement or significant looseness.

Check the boot for cracks or other damage, and for any grease
leakage.

If necessary, disassemble the drive shaft, and repair as neces-
sary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Do not reuse the drive shaft inside flange bolts, discard after removal and use new bolts for installation.

Do not reuse the cotter pin, discard after removal and use a new cotter pin for installation.
Disassembly and AssemblyEDS001XQ
DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise.CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the
drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands.
RAA0030D
1. Plug 2. Housing3. Snap ring
4. Ball cage, steel ball, liner race assembly 5. Stopper ring 6. Boot band
7. Boot 8. Shaft9. Circlip
10. Joint sub-assembly
SDIA1488E

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3. If the plug needs to be removed, move the boot to the wheel side, then drive the plug out using a suitable
plastic hammer.
4. Remove the stopper ring with a flat-bladed screwdriver as shown, and pull the housing out.
5. Remove the snap ring, then remove the ball cage, steel ball, inner race assembly from the drive shaft.
6. Remove the boot from the drive shaft.
7. Remove any old grease on the housing using paper towels.
Wheel Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise. CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the
drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands, then remove the boot from the joint sub-assembly.
3. Screw a suitable drive shaft puller 30 mm (1.18 in) or more into the threaded part of the joint sub-assembly. Pull the joint sub-
assembly out of the drive shaft as shown.
CAUTION:

If the joint sub-assembly cannot be removed after five or
more attempts, replace the drive shaft and joint sub-
assembly as a set.

Align the sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove the
joint sub-assembly by pulling directly.
4. Remove the boot from the drive shaft.
5. Remove the circlip from the drive shaft.
6. While rotating the ball cage, remove any old grease on the joint sub-assembly using paper towels.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Drive Shaft

Replace the drive shaft if there is any runout, cracking, or other damage.
Joint Sub-assembly

Check for any rough rotation or unusual axial looseness.

Clean any foreign material from inside the joint sub-assembly.
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REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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Wheel Side
1. Insert the Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the joint
sub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from the ball groove and serration hole. Refer to MA-11, "
REC-
OMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" . After inserting the
grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off the grease that has oozed
out.
2. Wind the serrated part of the shaft with tape. Install the boot band and boot onto the shaft. Do not damage the boot.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
3. Remove the protective tape wound around the serrated part of the shaft.
4. Attach the circlip to the shaft. The circlip must fit securely into the shaft groove. Attach the nut to the joint sub-assembly.
Use a soft hammer to press-fit the circlip.
NOTE:
Discard the old circlip and use a new one for assembly.
5. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the housing from the large end of the boot. Refer
to MA-11, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .
6. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by the * marks) as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on the boot mounting surfaces (indicated
by the * marks) of the shaft and housing, the boot may
come off. Remove all grease from the shaft surfaces.
7. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the specified length. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into the smaller
side of the boot. Bleed the air from the boot to prevent boot
deformation.
CAUTION:

The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified length.

Do not contact inside surface of boot with the tip of the screwdriver.
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SFA800
Grease capacity : 140 − 160 g (4.93 − 5.64 oz)
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Boot installation length “L” : 134.5 mm (5.30 in)WDIA0046E

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Wheel BearingEDS001XR
Drive ShaftEDS001XS
Measurement of spring scaleLess than 26.6 N (2.7 kg, 5.95 lb)
Axial end play 0 mm (0 in)
JointWheel sideFinal drive side
Grease capacity 140
− 160 g
(4.93 − 5.64 oz) 175
− 195 g
(6.17 − 6.88 oz)
Boot installed length 134.5 mm (5.30 in)147.9 mm (5.82 in)

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGRFD-7
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS0044N
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
RFD-23RFD-17RFD-17RFD-18RFD-18RFD-8
PR-3, "
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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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Gear tooth rough
Gear contact improper
Tooth surfaces worn
Backlash incorrect
Companion flange excessive runout
Gear oil improper
PROPELLER SHAFT
REAR AXLE
REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom FINAL DRIVE Noise ××××××××××××××

RSU-1
REAR SUSPENSION
E SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
Precautions for Rear Suspension ....................... ..... 3
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 5
CAN COMMUNICATION ....................................... ..... 6
System Description ............................................. ..... 6
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................... ..... 7
How to Perform Trouble Diagnoses for Quick and
Accurate Repair .................................................. ..... 7
INTRODUCTION .............................................. ..... 7
CLARIFY CONCERN ....................................... ..... 7
WORK FLOW ........................................................ 8
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ..... 9
Wiring Diagram — A/SUSP — ............................ ... 10
Basic Inspection .................................................. ... 12
AIR HOSES ...................................................... ... 12
POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS
AND BATTERY INSPECTION ......................... ... 12
CK SUSP INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION ... ... 12
CK SUSP Indicator Lamp Timing ........................ ... 12
Control Unit Input/Output Signal Standard .......... ... 12
CONSULT-II Function (AIR LEVELIZER) ............ ... 13
CONSULT-II OPERATION ............................... ... 13
SELF-DIAGNOSIS ........................................... ... 14
WORK SUPPORT ............................................ ... 15
DATA MONITOR .............................................. ... 16
ACTIVE TEST .................................................. ... 16
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SELF-DIAGNOSTIC
ITEMS .................................................................... ... 18
Height Sensor System Inspection ....................... ... 18
Exhaust Valve Solenoid System Inspection ........ ... 19
Compressor Motor, Compressor Motor Relay and
Circuit Inspection ................................................. ... 21
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS ......... ... 24Load Leveling Rear Air Suspension System Does
Not Operate ............................................................ 24
CK SUSP Indicator Lamp Stays On When Ignition
Switch Is Turned On ............................................
... 25
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ........................... 26 Components ........................................................ ... 26
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...................... ... 27
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION ................. ... 27
Wheel Alignment Inspection ................................ ... 28
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .......................... ... 28
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMEN-
DATIONS .......................................................... ... 28
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS .......................... ... 29
CAMBER .......................................................... ... 29
TOE-IN ............................................................. ... 29
REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER ............................... 31 Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 31
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 32
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 33
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 34
SHOCK ABSORBER ............................................. ... 35
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 35
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 35
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 35
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 35
SUSPENSION ARM ............................................... ... 36
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 36
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 36
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 36
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 37
FRONT LOWER LINK ........................................... ... 38
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 38
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 38
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 38
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 39
REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING .................. ... 40
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 40
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 40
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 41
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 41

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STABILIZER BAR ..................................................
... 42
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 42
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 42
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ..................... ... 42
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 42
REAR LOAD LEVELING AIR SUSPENSION COM-
PRESSOR ASSEMBLY ............................................ 43 Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 43
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 43
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 44HEIGHT SENSOR ..................................................
... 45
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 45
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 45
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 46
CONTROL UNIT ..................................................... ... 47
Removal and Installation ...................................... ... 47
REMOVAL ......................................................... ... 47
INSTALLATION ................................................. ... 47
Initialization Procedure ......................................... ... 47
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 48
Wheel Alignment .................................................. ... 48
Ball Joint .............................................................. ... 48
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*
1 ) ............................ ... 49

PRECAUTIONSRSU-3
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
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 Rear SuspensionEES001GY

When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with
the tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immedi-
ately.

Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The
spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions.

After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.

Caulking nuts are not reusable. Always use new caulking nuts for installation. New caulking nuts are pre-
oiled, do not apply any additional lubrication.