2007 INFINITI QX56 radiator cap

A/T FLUID
AT-15
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7. Re-check the ATF level at ATF temperatures of approximately
65°C (149°F) using the “HOT” range on the ATF level gauge as
shown.
CAUTION:
• When wiping the ATF from the ATF level gauge, always
use lint-free paper, not a cloth.
• To check the ATF level, insert the ATF level gauge until the
cap contacts the top of the charging pipe, with the gauge
reversed from the normal inserted position as shown.
8. Check the ATF condition.
• If the ATF is very dark or has some burned smell, there may be an internal problem with the transmis-
sion. Refer to AT-165
. Flush the transmission cooling system after repairing the transmission.
• If the ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), replace the radiator and flush the transmis-
sion cooler lines using cleaning solvent and compressed air after repairing the transmission.
9. Install the ATF level gauge in the ATF charging pipe and install the ATF level gauge bolt.
10. Tighten the level gauge bolt to specification.
A/T Fluid Cooler CleaningINFOID:0000000003532226
Whenever an automatic transmission is repaired, overhauled, or replaced, the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the
radiator must be inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can become trapped in the A/T fluid cooler. This debris can con-
taminate the newly serviced A/T or, in severe cases, can block or restrict the flow of A/T fluid. In either case,
malfunction of the newly serviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as A/T fluid enters the cooler inlet. It will be necessary to back flush the cooler
through the cooler outlet in order to flush out any built up debris.
A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Position an oil pan under the automatic transmission's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Identify the inlet and outlet fluid cooler hoses.
WLIA0014E
SCIA1684E
ATF level gauge
bolt:: Refer to AT-223, "Removal and Installation (2WD)",
AT-225, "
Removal and Installation (4WD)".

ATC-108
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Insufficient Heating
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SYMPTOM: Insufficient heating
INSPECTION FLOW
1.CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPER ATIONAL CHECK - TEMPERATURE INCREASE
1. Press the AUTO switch.
2. Turn the temperature control dial (driver) clockwise until 32 ° C (90 ° F) is displayed.
3. Check for hot air at discharge air outlets.
Can this symptom be duplicated?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform complete system operational check. Refer to ATC-50, "
Operational Check (Front)" .
2.CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS
Check for any service bulletins.
>> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to ATC-48, "
A/C System Self-Diagnosis Function" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refer to ATC-48, "
A/C System Self-Diagnosis Function" .
4.CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
1. Check for proper engine coolant level. Refer to CO-9, "
Inspection".
2. Check hoses for leaks or kinks.
3. Check radiator cap. Refer to CO-9, "
Inspection" .
4. Check for air in cooling system.
>> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK AIR MIX DOOR OPERATION
Check the operation of the air mix door.
OK or NG
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Low-pressure side becomes nega-
tive. Liquid tank or front/rear side of
expansion valve′s pipe is frost-
ed or dewed. High-pressure side is closed
and refrigerant does not flow.
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Expansion valve or liquid tank
is frosted. Leave the system at rest until
no frost is present. Start it
again to check whether or not
the malfunction is caused by
water or foreign particles.
• If water is the cause, initially
cooling is okay. Then the wa-
ter freezes causing a block-
age. Drain water from
refrigerant or replace refrig-
erant.
• If due to foreign particles, re-
move expansion valve and
remove the particles with dry
and compressed air (not
shop air).
• If either of the above meth- ods cannot correct the mal-
function, replace expansion
valve.
• Replace liquid tank.
• Check oil for contamination.
AC362A

ATC-162
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REFRIGERANT LINES
2. Remove the radiator. Refer to CO-13.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the core su rface of the condenser and the radiator.
3. Disconnect the high-pressure flexible hose and the high-pressure pipe from the condenser.
CAUTION:
Cap or wrap the joint of the pipe with suitable ma terial such as vinyl tape to avoid the entry of air.
4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector. • Remove the refrigerant pressure sensor from the condenseras necessary.
5. Lift the condenser out of the mounting grommets to remove the condenser.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer to ATC-152, "
Component".
CAUTION:
• Replace the O-rings of the high-p ressure pipe, refrigerant pressure sensor, and high-pressure flexi-
ble hose with new ones, then apply compr essor oil to them when installing them.
• After charging refrigerant, check for leaks.
• Replace the grommets as necessary.
LJIA0145E

CO-4
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000003531564
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000003531565
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutterRemoving steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
WS39930000
(—)
Tube pressurePressing the tube of liquid gasket
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester adapterAdapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill toolFor refilling engine cooling system
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometerChecking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
NT046
S-NT052
S-NT564
LMA053
WBIA0539E

PREPARATION
CO-5
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Tool nameDescription
Power toolLoosening bolts and nuts
Radiator cap tester Checking radiator and radiator cap
Coolant system tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to reservoir filler
neck
Coolant system tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to reservoir cap
PBIC0190E
PBIC1982E
WBIA0408E
WBIA0409E

CO-6
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000003531566
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunctionPoor heat transferWater pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
— Thermostat stuck closed —
Damaged finsDust contamination or pa-
per clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tubeExcess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Water cut valve malfunctionExcess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.), phys-
ical damage
Reduced air flowCooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly — High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio———
Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolantEngine coolant leaksCooling hoseLoose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator capLoose
Poor sealing
RadiatorO-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tankExhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing systemCylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration

ENGINE COOLANT
CO-9
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ENGINE COOLANT
InspectionINFOID:0000000003531569
LEVEL CHECK
• Check if the engine coolant reservoir tank level is within MIN to
MAX level when engine is cool.
• Adjust engine coolant level as necessary.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator or reservoir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from
high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator or reservoir.
• To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system at the
reservoir filler neck using suitable tool and Tool.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE:
In case that engine coolant decreases, replenish cooling system
with engine coolant.
• If any concerns are found, repair or replace damaged parts.
CHECKING RESERVOIR CAP
• Check reservoir cap relief pressure using suitable tool and Tool.
NOTE:
Apply engine coolant to the cap seal.
• Replace the reservoir cap if there is any damage in the negative-
pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of the limit.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Inspect the radiator cap.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.
• Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.
• Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other foreign material are on the black rubber gasket or the
metal retainer.
Changing Engine CoolantINFOID:0000000003531570
WARNING:
• To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
SMA412B
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Leakage test pressure : 137 kPa (1.4 kg/cm, 20 psi)
WBIA0612E
Tool number : EG17650301 (J-33984-A)
Standard
: 95 - 125 kPa (0.97 - 1.28 kg/cm
2, 14 - 18 psi)
WBIA0611E

CO-10
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ENGINE COOLANT
• Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a turn
to release any built-up pressure, then push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest tem-
perature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Open the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator, and
remove the radiator filler cap. This is the only step required
when partially draining the cooling system (radiator only).
CAUTION:
Do not to allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.
4. When draining all of the coolant in the system for engine
removal or repair, it is necessary to drain the cylinder block.
Remove the RH cylinder block drain plug to drain the right bank
and the oil cooler hose to drain the left bank as shown.
5. Remove the reservoir tank to drain the engine coolant, then clean the reservoir tank before installing it.
6. Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration.
If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system.
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Close the radiator drain plug. Install the reservoir tank, cylinder block drain plug, and the oil cooler hose, if
removed for a total system drain or for engine removal or repair.
• The radiator must be completely empty of coolant and water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain plug. Use Genuine High Performance Thread
Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-45, "
Recommended Chemical Product and Sealant".
2. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heater ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
WBIA0391E
PBIC0146E
WBIA0392E
Radiator drain plug : Refer to CO-13, "Removal and Installation".
RH cylinder block drain plug : Refer to EM-78
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