2007 INFINITI QX56 ECU

POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
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POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532829
CAUTION:
Spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if steering column is separated from steering gear
assembly. Therefore secure steering wheel to avoid turning.
REMOVAL
1. Turn wheels to the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove tires from vehicle using power tool.
3. Remove undercover using power tool.
4. On 4WD model, remove front final drive, then support drive shafts with wire. Refer to FFD-12, "
Removal
and Installation" .
5. Make sure slit of lower joint fits with the projection on rear cover
cap, while checking that mark on steering gear assembly aligns
with mark on rear cover cap.
6. Remove cotter pin at steering outer socket and discard, then loosen nut.
1. Cotter pin 2. Mounting bracket 3. Mounting insulator
4. Steering gear assembly 5. Washer
WGIA0127E
SST491C

POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
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• With steering wheel in straight ahead position, make sure slit of
lower joint fits with the projection on rear cover cap, while checking
that mark on steering gear assembly aligns with mark on rear
cover cap
• After installation, bleed the air from the steering hydraulic system. Refer to PS-6, "
Air Bleeding Hydraulic
System" .
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check if steering wheel turns smoothly when it is turned several times fully to the left and right lock positions.
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000003532830
CAUTION:
• Secure steering gear assembly with a vise, using copper plates or something similar to prevent it
from being damaged. Do not grip cylinder with a vise.
SST491C
1. Boot clamp 2. Inner socket 3. Boot
4. Boot clamp 5. Outer socket 6. Cylinder tubes
7. Gear housing assembly 8. Connector
WGIA0128E

REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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4. Install the ball cage, steel ball, and inner race assembly on the
shaft, and secure them tightly using the snap ring.
NOTE:
Discard the old snap ring and use a new one for assembly.
5. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, onto the housing (indicated by * marks), and install it
onto shaft. Refer to MA-10
.
6. Install the stopper ring onto the housing.
7. After installation, pull on the shaft to check engagement between the joint sub-assembly and the stopper
ring.
8. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by * marks)
as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by*
marks) of shaft and housing, boot may come off. Remove
all grease from surfaces.
9. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the length indicated
below. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver or similar tool into smaller
side of boot. Bleed the air from the boot to prevent any boot
deformation.
CAUTION:
• The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified value.
• Do not to touch the tip of the screwdriver to the inside of the boot.
10. Secure the big and small ends of the boot with the new boot
bands as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
11. After installing the housing and shaft, rotate the boot to check that the boot is positioned correctly. If the
boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new boot band.
Wheel Side
SDIA1125E
Grease capacity : 175 − 195 g (6.17 − 6.88 oz)
RAC0678D
Boot installation length “L ” : 147.9 mm (5.82 in)
WDIA0045E
SFA395

RAX-12
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REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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-10
. 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-10
.
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.
SDIA1127E
SFA800
Grease capacity : 140 − 160 g (4.93 − 5.64 oz)
RAC0049D
Boot installation length “L” : 134.5 mm (5.30 in)
WDIA0046E

REAR DRIVE SHAFT
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8. Secure the big and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
9. After installing the joint sub-assembly and shaft, rotate the boot to check that it is positioned correctly. If
the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new boot band.
SFA395

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle "twist".
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
• Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
• If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
• Removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
• Tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only tem-
porarily.
• Feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
• Placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
• Looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to RF-6, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE
• If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
• If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
- Separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
- Insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)
76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)
76884-71L02: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
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

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lens loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component installed to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator installation pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

SUNROOF
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CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-36, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure".
Work SupportINFOID:0000000003533104
Active TestINFOID:0000000003533105
Data MonitorINFOID:0000000003533106
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by SymptomINFOID:0000000003533107
BCM diagnostic
test itemDiagnostic mode Description
Inspection by partWORK SUPPORTSupports inspections and adjustments. Commands are transmitted to the BCM for
setting the status suitable for required operation, input/output signals are received
from the BCM and received data is displayed.
DATA MONITOR Displays BCM input/output data in real time.
ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays BCM self-diagnosis results.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR The result of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.
ECU PART NUMBER BCM part number can be read.
CONFIGURATION Performs BCM configuration read/write functions.
Work item Description
RETAINED PWR SETRAP signal’s power supply period can be changed by mode setting. Selects RAP sig-
nal’s power supply period between the following three steps:
• MODE 1 (45 sec.) / MODE 2 (OFF) / MODE 3 (2 min.)
Test item Description
RETAINED PWRThis test is able to supply RAP signal (power) from BCM to power window system,
power sunroof system. Those systems can be operated when turning on "RETAINED
PWR" on CONSULT-II screen even if the ignition switch is turned OFF.
NOTE:
During this test, CONSULT-II can be operated with ignition switch in "OFF" posi-
tion. "RETAINED PWR" should be turned "ON" or "OFF" on CONSULT-II screen
when ignition switch ON. Then turn ignition switch OFF for checking retained
power operation. CONSULT-II might be stuck if "RETAINED PWR" is turned "ON"
or "OFF" on CONSULT-II screen when ignition switch is OFF.
Monitored item Description
IGN ON SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ignition switch.
DOOR SW-DR Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch driver side.
DOOR SW-AS Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch passenger side.
Symptom Diagnostic procedure and repair order Refer to page
Sunroof does not operate.1. Sunroof motor assembly power supply and ground cir-
cuit checkRF-16
2. Sunroof switch system checkRF-16
3. BCM power supply and ground circuit checkBCS-15
4. Replace sunroof motor assemblyRF-20