2008 INFINITI QX56 service

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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..118
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ..
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Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ..
118
Precaution for Transfer Assembly and Transfer
Control Unit Replacement .....................................
119
Precaution .............................................................119
Service Notice .......................................................120
PREPARATION .........................................121
PREPARATION .............................................. ..121
Special Service Tool ........................................... ..121
Commercial Service Tool ......................................124
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................125
TRANSFER OIL FILTER ................................ ..125
Removal and Installation .......................................125
TRANSFER FLUID ......................................... ..127
Replacement ....................................................... ..127
Inspection ..............................................................127
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................128
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT ........................ ..128
Removal and Installation .......................................128
FRONT OIL SEAL ............................................129
Removal and Installation .......................................129
REAR OIL SEAL ..............................................131
Removal and Installation .......................................131
SIDE OIL SEAL .............................................. ..133
Removal and Installation .......................................133
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE ................... ..134
Removal and Installation .......................................134
AIR BREATHER HOSE .................................. ..135
Removal and Installation .......................................135
TRANSFER MOTOR ...................................... ..138
Removal and Installation .......................................138
REMOVAL AND INSTALLA TION .............139
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ............................... ..139
Removal and Installation .......................................139
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ........... .140
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ............................... ..140
Disassembly and Assembly ................................ ..140
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..177
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................177
PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F1310
PRECAUTION ...... ......................................
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PRECAUTIONS ...............................................179
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ..
179
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect .................................
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PREPARATION .........................................181
PREPARATION ...............................................181
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..181
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................182
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .........................
182
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..182
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................183
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................183
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ..183
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............184
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................184
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..184
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ............186
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................186
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..186
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... .
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..188
Snap Ring ..............................................................188
PROPELLER SHAFT: 2S1410
PRECAUTION ...... ......................................
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PRECAUTIONS ...............................................189
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ..
189
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect .................................
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PREPARATION .........................................191
PREPARATION ...............................................191
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Commercial Service Tool ......................................191
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................192
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... .
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..192
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................193
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .193
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ..193
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..............194
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .194
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..194
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ............197
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .197
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..197
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ........................................................ ..
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............................................................... .
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General Specification .......................................... ..199
Snap Ring ..............................................................200
FRONT FINAL DRIVE: M205
PRECAUTION .............. ..............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .201
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .............................................................. ..
201
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect .................................
201
Precaution for Servicing Front Final Drive .............202
PREPARATION ..........................................203
PREPARATION .............................................. .203
Special Service Tool ............................................ ..203
Commercial Service Tool ......................................205
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................206
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... .
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..206
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................207
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ............................ .207
Changing Differential Gear Oil ...............................207
Checking Differential Gear Oil ............................. ..207
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................208
SIDE OIL SEAL .............................................. ..208
Removal and Installation .......................................208
FRONT OIL SEAL ............................................209
Removal and Installation .......................................209
CARRIER COVER .......................................... ..211
Removal and Installation .......................................211
REMOVAL AND INSTALLA TION .............212
FRONT FINAL DRIVE .................................... ..212
Removal and Installation .......................................212
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ...........214
FRONT FINAL DRIVE .................................... ..214
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .214
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ........ .................................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
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General Specification ........................................... .231
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................231
REAR FINAL DRIVE: R230
PRECAUTION ............... ............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..233
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" .............................................................. .
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Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ................................
233
Precaution for Servicing Rear Final Drive .............234
PREPARATION .........................................235
PREPARATION .............................................. ..235
Special Service Tool ............................................ .235
Commercial Service Tool ......................................239
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...........................240
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... ..
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................240
DESCRIPTION ................................................ ..241
Cross-Sectional View ........................................... .241
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .................242
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ..............................242
Changing Differential Gear Oil ............................. .242
Checking Differential Gear Oil ..............................242
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ..............................243
FRONT OIL SEAL ............................................243
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SIDE OIL SEAL .............................................. ..245
Removal and Installation .......................................245
CARRIER COVER .......................................... ..247
Removal and Installation .......................................247
REMOVAL AND INSTALLA TION .............248
REAR FINAL DRIVE ...................................... ..248
Removal and Installation .......................................248
DISASSEMBLY AND AS SEMBLY ............251
REAR FINAL DRIVE .......................................251
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..251
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... .
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..268
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................268
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint Syst
em (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR 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 w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, 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 in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000004857589
NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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PRECAUTIONS
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Before replacing transfer cont rol unit, perform transfer con-
trol unit input/output signal inspection and make sure transfer
control unit functions properly. Refer to DLN-80, "
Reference
Va lu e".
Service NoticeINFOID:0000000001737207
• After overhaul refill the transfer with new transfer fluid.
• Check the fluid level or replace the fluid only with the vehicle parked on level ground.
• During removal or installation, keep inside of transfer clear of dust or dirt.
• Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.
• Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the transfer. It is important to prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
• Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matchmarks are required, be cer-
tain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.
• All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or reassembly.
• Check appearance of the disassembled parts for dam age, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with new ones if necessary.
• Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transfer is disassembled.
• In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If tight-
ening sequence is specified, use it.
• Observe the specified torque when assembling.
• Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.
• Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
• Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transfer.
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Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001604407
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
KV40104000
(—)
Flange wrench • Removing self-lock nut
• Installing self-lock nut
a: 85 mm (3.35 in)
b: 65 mm (2.56 in)
KV381054S0
(J-34286)
Puller • Removing front oil seal
• Removing rear oil seal
• Removing metal bushing
KV38100500
(—)
Drift • Installing front oil seal
a: 80 mm (3.15 in) dia.
b: 60 mm (2.36 in) dia.
ST30720000
(J-25405)
Drift • Installing rear oil seal
• Installing mainshaft front bearing and oil
seal
a: 77 mm (3.03 in) dia.
b: 55.5 mm (2.185 in) dia.
KV40105310
(—)
Drift • Installing dust cover
a: 89 mm (3.50 in) dia.
b: 80.7 mm (3.17 in) dia.
ST22360002
(J-25679-01)
Drift • Installing side oil seal
a: 23 mm (0.91 in) dia.
b: 32 mm (1.26 in) dia.
NT659
ZZA0601D
ZZA0811D
ZZA0811D
ZZA1003D
ZZA1091D
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PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tool
INFOID:0000000001604408
Tool name Description
Puller • Removing companion flange
Pin punch • Removing retainer pin
• Installing retainer pin
a: 6 mm (0.24 in) dia.
Power tool • Removing transfer case assembly
NT077
NT410
PBIC0190E
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)DLN-177
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
General SpecificationINFOID:0000000001604421
Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000001604422
CLEARANCE BETWEEN INNER GEAR AND OUTER GEAR
Unit: mm (in)
CLUTCH
Unit: mm (in)
PINION GEAR END PLAY
Unit: mm (in)
CLEARANCE BETWEEN SHIFT FORK AND SLEEVE
Unit: mm (in)
SELECTIVE PARTS
Sub-oil Pump
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information. Applied model
4WD
VK56DE A/T
Transfer model AT X 1 4 B
Fluid capacity (Approx.) (US qt, lmp qt) 3.0 (3-1/8, 2-5/8)
Gear ratio High
1.000
Low 2.625
Number of teeth Planetary
gear
Sun gear
57
Internal gear 91
Front drive sprocket 38
Front drive shaft 38
ItemSpecification
Sub-oil pump 0.015 - 0.035 (0.0006 - 0.0014)
Main oil pump 0.015 - 0.035 (0.0006 - 0.0014)
ItemLimit value
Drive plate 1.4 (0.055)
ItemStandard
Pinion gear end play 0.1 - 0.7 (0.004 - 0.028)
ItemStandard
Shift fork and sleeve Less than 0.36 (0.0142)
Gear thicknessPart number*
Inner gear Outer gear
9.27 - 9.28 (0.3650 - 0.3654) 31346 0W46231347 0W462
9.28 - 9.29 (0.3654 - 0.3657) 31346 0W46131347 0W461
9.29 - 9.30 (0.3657 - 0.3661) 31346 0W46031347 0W460
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