2007 INFINITI QX56 recommended oil

MA-8
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
(1) If towing a trailer, or using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2INFOID:0000000003533863
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section
- Page
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- Content
Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines and cables I IMA-27
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-27
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I IMA-21
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24
Steering gear and linkage, axle and suspen-
sion partsIIIIMA-28,
MA-29
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-27
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-24
Exhaust system I I I IMA-21
In-cabin microfilter R RMA-20
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
or - Content Ti-
tle Perform at number of miles, kilometers
or months, whichever comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-12
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-15
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-19
Fuel lines I* I*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (2) —
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-16
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED
type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).EM-29
Intake and exhaust valve clearance* NOTE (4)EM-103

MA-10
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000003533864
*1: For further details, refer to MA-10, "SAE Viscosity Number" .
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III or MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F).
*7: DEXRON
TM III, MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a INFINITI
dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTM III or MERCONTM Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
*8: For improved vehicle performance, INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91
AKI (RON 96). For further details, refer to GI-4, "
Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)" .
*9: See your INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil.
SAE Viscosity NumberINFOID:0000000003533865
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL
DescriptionCapacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel
105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 galUnleaded gasoline with octane rating of
at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
change6.2 6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt
• API Certification Mark *1
• API grade SG, Energy Conserving II or
API grade SH, SJ or SL *1
• ILSAC grade GF-II and GF-III *1 Without oil filter
change5.9 6 1/4 qt 5 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul)
7.6 8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Cooling systemWith reservoir
at MAX level14.4 3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 galGenuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil
1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 ptAPI GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil
(Part No. 999MP-DF200P) or equivalent
*9
Transfer fluid
3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qtGenuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Continen-
tal U.S and Alaska) or Canada NISSAN
Automatic Transmission Fluid *7
Front final drive oil
1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF)
1.0 2 1/8 pt 1 3/4 pt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease — — —PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or equiv-
alent
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid
4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 galGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system oil
290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equiv-
alent *5

RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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• SAE 5W-30 viscosity oil is preferred for all temperatures. If 5W-30
is not available, select the viscosity from the chart that is suitable
for the outside temperature range.
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory with a high-quality, long life, year-round, anti-freeze coolant
solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and corrosion inhibitors. Therefore, additional cooling system
additives are not necessary.
CAUTION:
• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to use only Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze cool-
ant or equivalent with the proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-freeze and 50% demineralized water or
distilled water.
• Other types of coolant solutions may damage your cooling system.
BLIA0001E
For outside temperatures down to: Anti-freeze coolant mixture ratio
° C° FGenuine NISSAN Long Life
Antifreeze coolant Demineralized water or distilled
water
– 35°– 30°50 % 50 %

PS-6
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POWER STEERING FLUID
POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking Fluid LevelINFOID:0000000003532821
Check power steering fluid level with engine off, referring to the scale
on reservoir tank.
Use HOT range for fluid temperatures of 50° – 80°C (122° – 176°F).
Use COLD range for fluid temperatures of 0° – 30°C (32° – 86°F).
CAUTION:
• Do not overfill.
• Do not reuse any used power steering fluid.
• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-10
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Checking Fluid LeakageINFOID:0000000003532822
Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment and for
leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
1. Run engine until fluid temperature reaches 50° – 80°C (122° –
176°F) in reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel right-to-left several times.
3. Hold steering wheel at each “lock” position for five seconds to
check fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may
be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over tighten con-
nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to PS-21
.
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating a leak from the steering gear.
Air Bleeding Hydraulic SystemINFOID:0000000003532823
Incomplete air bleeding causes the following. When this happens, bleed air again.
• Air bubbles in reservoir tank.
• Clicking noise in oil pump.
• Excessive buzzing in oil pump.
NOTE:
When vehicle is stationary or while steering wheel is being turned slowly, some noise may be heard from oil
pump or gear. This noise is normal and does not affect any system.
1. Stop engine, and then turn steering wheel fully to right and left several times.
CAUTION:
Do not allow steering fluid reservoir tank to go below the MIN level line. Check tank frequently and
add fluid as needed.
2. Run engine at idle speed. Turn steering wheel fully right and then fully left, hold for about three seconds.
Then check for fluid leakage.
3. Repeat step 2 several times at about three second intervals.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in the locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibil-
ity that oil pump may be damaged.)
4. Check for air bubbles or cloudy fluid.
5. If air bubbles or cloudiness still exists, stop engine, perform steps 2 and 3 again until air bubbles or cloud-
iness does not exist.
6. Stop engine, check fluid level.
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SGIA0506E

RFD-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Servicing Rear Final DriveINFOID:0000000003532597
• Before starting diagnosis of the vehicle, understand the symptoms well. Perform correct and systematic
operations.
• Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. When matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts they are applied to.
• Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, a dust proof area is recommended.
• Before disassembly, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of the unit, preventing them from
entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
• Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
• Avoid using cotton gloves or a shop cloth to prevent the entering of lint.
• Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and abnormal wear. Replace them
with new ones if necessary.
• Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the unit is disassembled.
• Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow them dry.
• Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
• When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mating surface; then remove any moisture, oil, and
foreign materials from the application and mating surfaces.
• In principle, tighten nuts or bolts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If a
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.
• During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque.
• Add new differential gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-purpose grease, as specified.

CARRIER COVER
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CARRIER COVER
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532605
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear final drive assembly. Refer to RFD-14, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the carrier cover bolts and separate the carrier cover
from the gear carrier using Tool.
CAUTION:
• Do not damage the mating surface.
• Do not insert flat-bladed screwdriver, this will damage the
mating surface.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply a 3 mm (0.12 in) bead of sealant to the mating surface of
the carrier cover as shown.
• Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to GI-45,
"Recommended Chemical Product and Sealant".
CAUTION:
Remove any old sealant adhering to the mating surfaces.
Also remove any moisture, oil, or foreign material adhering
to the application and mating surfaces.
2. Install the carrier cover to the gear carrier. Tighten the bolts to
the specified torque. Refer to RFD-15, "
Disassembly and
Assembly".
3. Install the rear final drive assembly. Refer to RFD-14, "
Removal
and Installation".
CAUTION:
Fill the rear final drive assembly with recommended differential gear oil. Refer to RFD-8
. Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WDIA0123E
WDIA0282E

REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY
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17. Apply a 3.2mm (0.126 in) bead of sealant to the mating surface
of the carrier cover.
• Use Genuine Silicone RTV or equivalent. Refer to GI-45,
"Recommended Chemical Product and Sealant".
CAUTION:
Remove any old sealant adhering to the mating surfaces.
Also remove any moisture, oil, or foreign material adhering
to the application and mating surfaces.
18. Install the carrier cover to the gear carrier. Tighten the bolts to
the specified torque.
19. Install the side flange.
Side Flange
1. Apply multi-purpose grease to the lips of the new side oil seal.
Then drive the new side oil seal in evenly until it becomes flush
with the gear carrier using Tool.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse side oil seal.
• Do not incline the new side oil seal when installing.
• Apply multi-purpose grease to the lips of the new side oil
seal.
2. Install the side flange using Tool.
a. Install the Tool to the side oil seal as shown.
b. Insert the side flange until the serrated part of the side flange
has engaged the serrated part of the side gear and remove the
Tool.
c. Drive in the side flange using suitable tool.
NOTE:
Installation is completed when the driving sound of the side
flange turns into a sound which seems to affect the whole rear
final drive assembly.
WDIA0282E
Tool number : ST35271000 ( — )
SPD560
Tool number : KV38107900 (J-39352)
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