2007 INFINITI QX56 steering wheel

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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution 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 performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
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 har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER" Service
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• Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bags and seat belt
pre-tensioners to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
• The air diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “⇐” pointing toward the front of
the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.
• The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
• Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side
facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
• Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
• After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
Occupant Classification System PrecautionINFOID:0000000003532851
Replace control unit and passenger front seat cushion as an assembly.

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
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Driver Air Bag ModuleINFOID:0000000003532854
The driver air bag module is dual stage and located in the steering
wheel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level.
Front Passenger Air Bag ModuleINFOID:0000000003532855
The front passenger air bag module is located behind the instrument
panel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level. Refer to SRS-6, "
Occupant Classi-
fication System (OCS)" for more information.
Front Side Air BagINFOID:0000000003532856
Front side air bag modules are built into the front seatback assem-
blies. Vehicles with side air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
Side Curtain Air BagINFOID:0000000003532857
Side curtain air bag modules are located above the vehicle headlining.
Vehicles with side curtain air bags are equipped with labels as
shown.
WHIA0325E
WHIA0332E
WHIA0327E
WHIA0041E

DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
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DRIVER AIR BAG MODULE
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a driver
air bag direct-connect harness connector is damaged, the spiral cable must be replaced.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove the left and right side lids and bolts.
3. Lift the driver air bag module from the steering wheel.
4. Disconnect the horn connector and air bag harness, then remove the driver air bag module.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-6, "
Direct-connect SRS
Component Connectors" .
CAUTION:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Always place air bag module with pad side facing upward.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air
bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
• Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding
90°C (194°F).
1. Horn harness 2. Steering wheel hook 3. Inflator harness
4. Side lids RH/LH 5. Driver air bag module 6. Steering wheel
WHIA0159E
LHIA0052E

SPIRAL CABLE
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SPIRAL CABLE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532874
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
1. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to PS-7
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2. Remove the column cover upper and lower.
3. Remove wiper and washer switch connector, then pinch the tabs
at wiper and washer switch base and slide away from steering
column to remove.
4. While pressing tabs, pull lighting and turn signal switch toward
driver door and disconnect from base.
WHIA0233E
1. Steering wheel 2. Lighting and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switch
4. Spiral cable 5. Driver air bag module connector 6. Column cover upper
7. Column assembly 8. Column cover lower 9. Screw (Do not remove)
10. Screw
LHIA0034E
LHIA0035E

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SPIRAL CABLE
5. Remove the screws, release the clip, and remove the spiral
cable.
CAUTION:
• Do not disassemble spiral cable.
• Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
6. Remove the spiral cable connectors.
CAUTION:
With the steering linkage disconnected, the spiral cable may snap by turning the steering wheel
beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about 2.5
turns from the neutral position.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make
sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral
position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right
end position and ending with the knob at the top.
• If equipped with VDC, refer to BRC-54, "
Adjustment of Steering
Angle Sensor Neutral Position" for steering angle sensor adjust-
ment.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure
no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation
Check" .
CAUTION:
• The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the
cable is not installed in the correct position.
• With the steering linkage disconnected, the cable may snap
by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited number of
turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about
2.5 turns from the right end position.
LHIA0036E
WGIA0038E
PHIA0275E

COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Frontal CollisionINFOID:0000000003532882
Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag
has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for dam-
age, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment
with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air
bag moduleIf the front passenger
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors
for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with
the instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fas-
teners.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air
bags or seat belt pre-
tensioners* have
been activated:
REPLACE the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new fas-
teners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, termi-
nals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone
sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tension-
er assemblies
(All applicable loca-
tions: buckle, reel, lap
outer)If either the driver or
passenger seat belt
pre-tensioner* has
been activated:
REPLACE all seat
belt pre-tensioner as-
semblies with new
fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner
assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS com-
ponents have been
activated:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit.
Install with new fas-
teners.If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.

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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Side and Rollover Collision
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Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
WHEN SRS IS ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Replace the following components:
- Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
- Diagnosis sensor unit
- (LH or RH) side air bag (satellite) sensor (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
2. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- Replace any SRS components and the related parts showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks,
deformation).
3. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
WHEN SRS IS NOT ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- If the front seat back assembly is damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.
2. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral
cable.If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
Occupant classifica-
tion system (Passen-
ger seat)1. Remove passenger seat.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged — REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
Harness and connec-
tors1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any SRS har-
ness.
Instrument panel If the passenger front
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instru-
ment panel assembly.If the passenger front air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the instrument panel. Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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1. Brake pedal depressed.
2. Move A/T selector lever to “N” position.
3. Set 4WD shift switch to “2WD”, “AUTO”, “4H”, “4LO”, “4H”,
“AUTO” and “2WD” in order. (Stay at each switch position for at
least 1 second.)
Do 4WD shift indicator and 4LO indicator lamps change properly?
Does buzzer sound?
YES >> GO TO "CRUISE TEST".
NO >> GO TO TF-107, "
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp or 4LO Indi-
cator Lamp Does Not Change" .
CRUISE TEST
1.CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
1. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Park vehicle on flat surface.
3. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
4. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
5. Start engine.
6. Drive vehicle for at least 30 seconds at a speed higher than 20 km/h (12 MPH).
Check 4WD warning lamp turned ON?
On steady>>Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-48, "Self-Diagnosis Procedure" or TF-48, "Self-Diagno-
sis Procedure".
Flash rapidly>>GO TO T F - 111 , "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly" .
Flash slowly>>GO TO TF-112, "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (1)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> GO TO TF-113, "Heavy Tight-corner Braking Symptom Occurs".
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (2)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “4HI” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO TF-114, "
4WD System Does Not Operate" .
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