2006 INFINITI QX56 instrument cluster

AV-56
AUDIO
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5. Remove Bose speaker amp. screws (A) and remove Bose
speaker amp. from Bose speaker amp./satellite radio tuner
bracket.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CENTER SPEAKER
Removal
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-16, "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION" .
2. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-12, "
Removal" .
3. Disconnect center speaker connectors.
4. Remove the center speaker screws and remove the center speaker.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT DOOR SPEAKER
Removal
1. Remove front door finisher. Refer to EI-32, "DOOR FINISHER" .
2. Remove the four front door speaker screws.
3. Disconnect connector and remove front door speaker.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT TWEETER
Removal
1. Remove front tweeter grille. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
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AV S W I T C H
Refer to AV- 5 5 , "AV SWITCH" .
DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT
Removal
1. Remove display unit. Refer to AV- 1 6 7 , "DISPLAY UNIT" .
2. Remove display control unit.
Installation
Installation is in reverse order of removal.
DISPLAY UNIT
Removal
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-16, "Center Console" .
2. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-12, "
CLUSTER LID D" .
3. Disconnect center speaker connector.
4. Disconnect display unit connectors.
5. Remove display unit.
6. Remove display unit brackets.
Installation
Installation is in reverse order of removal.
GPS ANTENNA
Removal
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-16, "Center Console" .
2. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-12, "
CLUSTER LID D" .
3. Disconnect center speaker.
4. Remove defroster grille. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
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WKIA1512E

BL-8
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18 ×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 ×25 mm (0.59 ×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS00627
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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CLOCK
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REMOVAL
1. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL
ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove screws (3) and remove clock from cluster lid C.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESEI-7
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80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18 ×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15× 25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS0062W
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESGW-7
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Revision: November 2009 2006 QX56
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18 ×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15× 25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following mate-
rials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS004TO
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

IP-1
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 3
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS . ..... 4
Work Flow ................................................................ 4 CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ................................ ..... 4
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE .. ..... 5
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ...... ..... 5
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ................................................. ..... 5
REPAIR THE CAUSE ...................................... ..... 5
CONFIRM THE REPAIR .................................. ..... 6
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ...... ..... 6
INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................................... ..... 6
CENTER CONSOLE ........................................ ..... 6
DOORS ............................................................ ..... 6
TRUNK ............................................................. ..... 7
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ................................ ..... 7
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR) ..... 7
SEATS .............................................................. ..... 7UNDERHOOD ..................................................
..... 7
Diagnostic Worksheet .......................................... ..... 8
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY ...................... ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 11
CLUSTER LID C .............................................. ... 12
CLUSTER LID D .............................................. ... 12
INSTRUMENT LOWER COVER LH ................ ... 13
COMBINATION METER ................................... ... 13
A/T FINISHER .................................................. ... 13
Lower Instrument Panel RH and Glove Box ........ ... 14
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..................... ... 14
Glove Box ............................................................ ... 15
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .................... ... 15
Center Console ....................................................... 16 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..................... ... 16
Center Console ....................................................... 17 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .................... ... 17
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 17
Rear Console .......................................................... 18 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..................... ... 18
Rear Console .......................................................... 19 DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .................... ... 19

IP-6
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 x 50 mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50 x 50
mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 x 50 mm (1.18 x 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 x 25 mm (0.59 x 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS0062R
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops