2008 INFINITI QX56 brake

REAR SUSPENSION MEMBERRSU-13
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4. Disconnect the rear load leveling air suspension hoses at the rear load leveling air suspension compressor assembly.
• To disconnect the hoses, push in on the lock ring using a suit-able tool and pull the hose out.
5. Remove both of the rear wheel and tire assemblies using power tool.
6. Remove the brake caliper without disconnecting the brake hoses, using power tool. Reposition the brake caliper out of the
way using a suitable wire. Refer to BR-36, "
Removal and Instal-
lation of Brake Caliper and Disc Rotor" .
CAUTION:
• Do not crimp or stretch the brake hose when reposition- ing the brake caliper out of the way.
• Do not press brake pedal while the brake caliper is removed.
7. Remove the spare tire.
8. Remove both lower shock bolts.
9. Disconnect the two rear ABS sensor electrical connectors.
10. Remove the two rear drive shafts. Refer to RAX-10, "
Removal and Installation" .
11. Remove the rear final drive. Refer to DLN-248, "
Removal and Installation" .
12. Remove the EVAP canister bolt from the top of the rear suspension member.
13. Disconnect the parking brake cables from the brackets on the rear suspension member.
14. Disconnect parking brake cables at equalizer. Refer to PB-7, "
Removal and Installation"
15. Set a suitable jack to support each of the rear lower links and the
coil spring tension.
16. Remove both of the rear lower link outer bolts and lower the jack to remove the rear coil springs.
17. Remove the two bolts to disconnect the seat belt latch anchor from the rear suspension member.
18. Disconnect both of the connecting r ods from the front lower link.
19. Set a suitable jack under the rear suspension member.
20. Remove the six rear suspension member bolts.
21. Slowly lower the jack to remove the rear suspension member, suspension arm, front and rear lower links and stabilizer bar as
an assembly.
22. If necessary, remove the suspension arm, spare tire bracket, height sensor, rear load leveling air suspension hoses, stabilizer
bar, knuckle, and front and rear lower links from the rear sus-
pension member.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check the rear suspension member for deformation, cracks, and other damage and replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
LEIA0074E
LEIA0077E
LEIA0075E
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SEAT BELTSSB-13
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2. Proceed to the designated safe area.
3. Drive the vehicle at approximately 16 km/h (10 MPH). Notify any passengers of a pending sudden stop. The driver and passenger must be prepared to brace t hemselves in the event the retractor does not lock.
Apply brakes firmly and make a very hard stop.
During stop, seat belts should lock and not be extended. If the seat belt retractor and belt assembly does not
lock, perform the retractor off-vehicle check.
SEAT BELT RETRACTOR OFF-VEHICLE CHECK
1. Remove the seat belt retractor and belt assembly.
2. Slowly pull out belt while tilting the retractor assembly forward from the mounted position without twisting
the retractor assembly as shown in the illustration.
If retractor does not operate within specif ications, replace the retractor assembly.
15 degrees or less tilt : Belt can be pulled out.
35 degrees or more tilt : Belt locks and cannot be pulled out.
PHIA0257E
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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM/ENGINE START FUNCTIONSEC-9
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FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM /ENGINE START FUNCTION
System DiagramINFOID:0000000001539100
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001539101
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
Intelligent Key Unit
IPDM E/R
BCM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
• The engine start function of Intelligent Key system is a system that makes it possible to start and stop the
engine without using the key. It verifies the electr onic ID using two-way communications when pressing the
ignition knob switch while carrying the Intelligent Key, which operates based on the results of electronic ID
verification for Intelligent Key using two-way communications between the Intelligent Key and the vehicle.
NOTE:
The driver should carry the Intelligent Key at all times.
Switch/Input signal Input signal to
Intelligent Key unit Intelligent Key unit
function Actuator/Output signal
Key switch Mechanical key
(insert/remove)
Engine start function• KEY warning lamp/buzzer
• Steering lock solenoid
• Starter relay requ
est (to IPDM E/R)
• Inside key antenna
(Front and rear center console, over-
head console, luggage compartment)
• Key interlock solenoid
Ignition knob switch
Ignition knob
(push/release)
Steering lock solenoid Steering lock
(lock/unlock)
Inside key antenna
(Front and rear center console, over-
head console, luggage compartment) Intelligent key
(inside antenna detection
area or not.)
Switch/Input signal Input signal to
IPDM E/R IPDM E/R function
Actuator/Output signal
Transmission range switch P, N range Engine start function• Starter relay
• Starter motor
Switch/Input signal Input signal to
BCM BCM function
Actuator/Output signal
Key switch Brake
(press/release)
Engine start function• Inside key antenna
(Front and rear center console, over-
head console, luggage compartment)
ALKIA0925GB
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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM/ENGINE START FUNCTION SYMPTOMS
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM/ENGIN E START FUNCTION SYMPTOMS
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000001539175
NOTE:
• Before performing the diagnosis in the following table, check “ SEC-3, "
Work Flow"”.
• Check that vehicle is under the condition shown in “Conditions of vehicle” before starting diagnosis, and check each symptom.
• Engine cranking is enabled when the shift lever is in the "Park" position, and in the "Neutral" position only if the brake pedal is depressed.
• If the following symptoms are detec ted, check systems shown in the “Diagnosis/service procedure” column
in this order.
CONDITIONS OF VEHICLE (OPERATING CONDITIONS)
• Engine start function is ON when setting on CONSULT-III.
• Mechanical key is not inserted in key cylinder.
• One or more of Intelligent Keys with registered Intelligent Key ID is in the vehicle.
Symptom Diagnosis/service procedureReference
page
Ignition switch does not turn on with Intelligent Key.
[LCD displays "KEY DETECTED"] 1. Check steering lock solenoid.
DLK-95
2. Replace Intelligent Key unit.SEC-116
Ignition switch does not turn on with Intelligent Key.
[LCD does not display "PUSH" with arrow toward key
cylinder] 1. Check Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground circuit.
DLK-642. Check ignition knob switch.DLK-112
3. Check key switch (BCM input). D L K - 111
4. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input).DLK-109
5. Replace Intelligent Key unit.SEC-116
Ignition switch does not turn on with Intelligent Key.
[LCD displays " NO KEY"] 1a. Check inside key antenna 1 (rear of center console).
DLK-56
1b. Check inside key antenna 2 (luggage compartment).DLK-58
1c. Check inside key antenna 3 (front of center console).DLK-60
1d. Check inside key antenna 4 (overhead console area).DLK-64
2. Replace Intelligent Key unit.SEC-116
Ignition switch does not turn on with mechanical key1. Check key switch (BCM input).
D L K - 1112. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input).DLK-109
Engine cannot be cranked with transmission in "Park"
or in "Neutral" position with brake pedal depressed.1. Check transmission signal.
TM-43
2. Check stop lamp switch.EXL-81
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SN
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTSN-5
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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
Preliminary CheckINFOID:0000000001754055
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the sonar sensor preliminary check is to confirm that there are no outside factors affecting the
sonar system.
CONDITIONS
• Ignition switch ON
• No obstructions within 3.0 m (10 ft.) of sonar sensors
SONAR SENSOR STATUS CHECK
• Check that the sonar sensors are properly aligned (no deformation in sensor mounting areas).
• Check that snow, mud or other foreign obj ects are not adhering to the sonar sensors.
• Check that there is no deformation, scratc hes or other damage to the sonar sensors.
• Check that water has not accu mulated in the sonar sensors.
CAUTION:
Use water, cotton swab, or other soft material for cleaning the sensors.
1. Check that there are no obstacles wit hin each sonar sensor's detection range.
2. Check that there are no nearby ultrasound sources such as the sounds of vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines or truck air brakes.
3. Check that the vehicle is on a level surface.
Sonar sensors Detection range
Front Approx. 1.0 m (3 ft.) maximum
Rear Approx. 1.8 m (5.9 ft.) maximum
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ST-12
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001534684
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symp tom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
ST-13ST-13ST-37ST-37ST-37ST-13ST-36ST-37
EM-13, "
Checking Drive Belts
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ST-29ST-31ST-29ST-20ST-23
DLN-182, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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DLN-206, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and suspect-
ed parts
Fluid level
Air in hydraulic system
Outer socket ball joint swinging force
Outer socket ball joint rotating torque
Outer socket ball joint end play
Steering fluid leakage
Steering wheel play
Steering gear rack sliding force
Drive belt looseness
Improper steering wheel
Improper installation or looseness of tilt lock lever
Mounting rubber deterioration
Steering column deformation or damage
Improper installation or looseness of steering column
Steering linkage looseness
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT FINAL DRIVE
WHEEL HUB
SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
Symptom Noise
× × ××××× × × ××××××× ×
Shake ×××× ××××× ×
Vibration ××××× × ××× ×
Shimmy ××× × ×××× ×
Shudder × × ×××× ×
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STEERING WHEELST-15
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STEERING WHEEL
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000004920096
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION
• Check installation condition of steering gear assembly, front suspension, axle and steering column.
• Check if movement exists when steering wheel is mo ved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.
• Check if the nuts for steering gear assembly are loose. Refer to ST-23, "
Removal and Installation".
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
1. Turn tires straight ahead, start engine, then turn steer ing wheel to the left and right lightly, and measure
steering wheel movement on the outer circumference when steering wheel is turned up to the point where
tires start moving.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEERING WHEEL
• Check neutral position on steering wheel after confirming that front wheel alignment is correct. Refer to FSU-
7, "Front Wheel Alignment".
1. Turn tires straight ahead, check if steering wheel is in the neutral position.
2. If it is not in the neutral position, remo ve steering wheel and reinstall it correctly.
3. If the neutral position cannot be attained by repositi oning the steering wheel two teeth or less on steering
stem, loosen tie-rod lock nuts of steering outer socket s, then adjust tie-rods by the same amount in the
opposite direction.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to operating temperature of 60 ° – 80 °C (140 ° – 176 °F).
4. Tires need to be inflated to specified pressure. Refer to WT-51, "
Tire".
5. Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering wheel has been turned 360 ° from the neutral position.
End play of the axial direction
for steering wheel : 0 mm (0 in)
LGIA0024E
Steering wheel play on the outer circumference : 0 − 35 mm (0 − 1.38 in)
Tool number — (J-44372)
Steering wheel turning force : 39 N (4 kg-f, 9 lb-f) or less
WGIA0035E
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TM-1
TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE
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CONTENTS
TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION
BASIC INSPECTION ....... .............................5
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ..... .....5
Work Flow ........................................................... ......5
Diagnostic Work Sheet ..............................................6
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................8
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ................................ .....8
Cross-Sectional View (2WD models) .................. ......8
Cross-Sectional View (4WD models) ........................9
Shift Mechanism ........................................................9
TCM Function ..........................................................20
CAN Communication ...............................................21
Input/Output Signal of TCM .....................................22
Line Pressure Control .............................................22
Shift Control ........................................................ ....24
Lock-up Control .......................................................25
Engine Brake Control ..............................................26
Control Valve ...........................................................26
Component Parts Location ......................................28
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ............................ ....29
System Description ............................................. ....29
Component Parts Location ......................................29
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ......30
Introduction ......................................................... ....30
OBD-II Function for A/T System ..............................30
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-II ............30
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) ..................30
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ............................31
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM) .............................32
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION) ......... ....32
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS .........................38
U1000 CAN COMM CI RCUIT .............................38
Description .......................................................... ....38
On Board Diagnosis Logic ......................................38
Possible Cause .......................................................38
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. ....38
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................38
P0615 STARTER RELAY .................................39
Description ...............................................................39
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ....
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................39
Possible Cause ........................................................39
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................39
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................39
P0700 TRANSMISSION CONTROL .................42
Description ...............................................................42
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................42
Possible Cause ........................................................42
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................42
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................42
P0705 TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH A ...43
Description ...............................................................43
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ....
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................43
Possible Cause ........................................................43
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................43
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................43
P0717 INPUT SPEED SENSOR A ....................46
Description ...............................................................46
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ....
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................46
Possible Cause ........................................................46
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................46
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................46
P0720 OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR ...................48
Description ...............................................................48
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode .................................................................... ....
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................48
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