2008 INFINITI QX56 4WD

TM-178
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
A/T FLUID
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
A/T FLUID
Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)INFOID:0000000004917424
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-8, "
Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Before driving, the A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid temperatures of 30 ° to 50° C (86° to 122° F) using the “COLD”
range on the A/T fluid level gauge as follows:
a. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
b. Start the engine and move the shift selector through each gear position. Move the shift selector into the “P” position.
c. Check the A/T fluid level with the engine idling.
d. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint- free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/ T fluid level gauge,
always use a lint-free paper, not a cloth.
e. Re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe until the cap contacts the t op of the A/T fluid charging pipe
as shown.
CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert th e A/T fluid level gauge until
the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe, with
the gauge reversed from th e normal inserted position.
f. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and note the A/T fluid level. If the A/T fluid level is at low si de of range, add A/T fluid to the
transmission through the A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill the transmission with A/T fluid.
g. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
2. Warm up the engine and transmission.
3. Check for any A/T fluid leaks.
4. Drive the vehicle to increase the A/T fluid temperature to 80 ° C (176 ° F).
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A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-214, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-216, "Removal
and Installation (4WD)"
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5. Allow the A/T fluid temperature to fall to approximately 65 °C (149° F). Use the CONSULT-III to monitor the
A/T fluid temperature as follows:
NOTE:
The A/T fluid level will be significantly affected by the A/T fluid temperature as shown. Therefore monitor
the A/T fluid temperature data using the CONSULT-III.
a. Connect CONSULT-III to data link connector.
b. Select “MAIN SIGNALS” in “DATA MO NITOR” mode for “A/T” with CONSULT-III.
c. Read out the value of “ATF TEMP 1”.
6. Re-check the A/T fluid level at A/T fluid temperatures of approxi-
mately 65° C (149°F) using the “HOT” range on the A/T fluid
level gauge as shown. The HOT range is between 50 ° - 80° C
(122° - 176 ° F).
CAUTION:
• When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/T fluid level gauge, always use lint-free paper, not a cloth.
• To check the A/T fluid level, insert the A/T fluid level gauge until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charg-
ing pipe, with the gauge reversed from the normal
inserted position as shown.
7. Check the A/T fluid condition. • If the A/T fluid is very dark or has some burned smell, there
may be an internal problem with the transmission. Refer to
TM-182, "
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning". Flush the transmission
cooling system after repairing the transmission.
• If the A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), replace the radiator and flush the transmission cooler
lines using cleaning solvent and compressed air after repairing
the transmission.
8. Install the A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe.
9. Tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification.
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A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-214, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-216, "Removal
and Installation (4WD)"
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TM-180
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
A/T FLUID
Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)
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CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fl uid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-8, "
Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge.
4. Drain the A/T fluid from the drain plug hole, then install the drain plug with a new gasket. Refill the transmission with new A/T
fluid. Always refill with the same volume as the drained A/T fluid.
Use the A/T fluid level gauge to check the A/T fluid level as
shown. Add A/T fluid as necessary.
• To flush out the old A/T fluid from the transmission oil coolers, pour new A/T fluid into the A/T fluid charg-
ing pipe with the engine idling and at the same time drain the old A/T fluid from the auxiliary transmis-
sion oil cooler hose return line.
• When the color of the A/T fluid coming out of the auxiliary transmission oil cooler hose return line is
about the same as the color of the new A/T fluid, flushing out the old A/T fluid is complete. The amount
of new A/T fluid used for flushing should be 30% to 50% increase of the specified capacity.
CAUTION:
• Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF and do not mix with other fluids.
• Using A/T fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Mati c J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability
and automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is
not covered by the warranty.
• When filling the transmission with A/T fluid, do not spill the A/T fluid on any heat generating parts such as the exhaust manifold.
• Do not reuse the drain plug gasket.
5. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification.
6. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
7. Check the fluid level and condition. If the A/T fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 6.
8. Install the A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe and install the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
9. Tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification. Drain plug : Refer to
TM-220, "
Component".
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A/T fluid grade and capacity : Refer to MA-12, "Fluids and Lubricants".
A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to TM-214, "
Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-216, "Removal and
Installation (4WD)".
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A/T FLUIDTM-181
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A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to TM-214, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-216, "Removal and
Installation (4WD)".
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AIR BREATHER HOSETM-197
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AIR BREATHER HOSE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000004917433
VK56DE Models 2WD
CAUTION:
• Install air breather hose with paint mark at upper side.
• When installing the air breather hose, do not crush or block by folding or bending the hose.
• When inserting the hose to the tran smission tube, be sure to insert it fully until its end reaches the
tube bend portion.
• Make sure clip is securely installed to bracket.
VK56DE Models 4WD
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REAR OIL SEALTM-213
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REAR OIL SEAL
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal
1. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to DLN-194, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove transfer from transmission (4WD models). Refer to DLN-139, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove rear oil seal using suitable tool. CAUTION:
Do not scratch rear extension assembly (2WD models) or
adapter case assembly (4WD models).
Installation
1. Install new rear oil seal until it is flush into the rear extensioncase (2WD models) using Tool or adapter case (4WD models)
using suitable tool.
CAUTION:
• Apply ATF to rear oil seal.
• Do not reuse rear oil seal.
2. Install transfer to transmission (4WD models). Refer to DLN-
139, "Removal and Installation".
3. Install rear propeller shaft. Refer to DLN-194, "
Removal and
Installation".
4. Check the A/T fluid level and for fluid leakage. Refer to TM-178,
"Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)".
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Tool number : ST33400001 (J-26082)
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TM-216
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
• When installing transmission to the engine, attach the bolts in the order as shown.CAUTION:
• When replacing an engine or transmission you must make
sure the dowels are installe d correctly during re-assembly.
• Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause
vibration, oil leaks or breakage of drivetrain components.
NOTE:
*: No.2 bolt also secures air breather vent.
CAUTION:
• When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwi se as viewed from the front of the engine.
• After converter is installed to drive plate, rota te crankshaft several turns and check to be sure that
transmission rotates fr eely without binding.
NOTE:
• Align the positions of bolts for drive plate with those of the torque converter, and temporarily tighten the bolts. Then tighten the bolts
with the specified torque.
• Install crankshaft pos ition sensor (POS).
• After completing installation check fluid leakage, fluid level and the positions of A/T. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)",
TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position" and TM-194, "Adjustment of A/
T Position".
Removal and Installation (4WD)INFOID:0000000004917499
COMPONENTS
Transmission to engine bolts : 113 N·m (12 kg-m,
83 ft-lb)
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TM-224
< DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY >
OVERHAUL
VK56DE models for 4WD
16. Bearing race17. Needle bearing18. Manual plate
19. Parking rod 20. Manual shaft oil seal 21. Manual shaft
22. O-ring 23. Band servo anchor end pin 24. Detent spring
25. Spacer 26. Seal ring27. Return spring
28. O-ring 29. Servo assembly30. Snap ring
31. Snap ring 32. Sub-harness33. Control valve with TCM
34. Bracket 35. A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 36. Terminal cord assembly
37. O-ring 38. Retaining pin39. Transmission case
*: Apply Genuine Anaerobic Liquid Gasket or equivalent.
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