2008 INFINITI QX56 service

BR-2
Removal and Installation ........................................28
FRONT DISC BRAKE ........................................29
Exploded View of Brake Pads ............................. ...29
Removal and Installation of Brake Pads .................29
Brake Burnishing Procedure ...................................30
Exploded View of Brake Caliper .............................31
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Ro-
tor ...........................................................................
31
REAR DISC BRAKE ..........................................34
Exploded View of Brake Pads ............................. ...34
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ..................34
Brake Burnishing Procedure ...................................35
Exploded View of Brake Caliper .............................35
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and
Disc Rotor ............................................................ ...
36
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY .............37
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ........................ ...37
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ...37
FRONT DISC BRAKE .......................................39
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ...39
REAR DISC BRAKE ....................................... ...42
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ...42
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .......... ................................. ...............
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ...
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General Specification ........................................... ...45
Brake Pedal ............................................................45
Brake Booster .........................................................46
Check Valve ............................................................46
Front Disc Brake .....................................................46
Rear Disc Brake ......................................................46
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PRECAUTIONSBR-3
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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004894476
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty 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 inoper ative, 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 unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied 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 Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric 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 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000004894475
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 disconnecti ng 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 power 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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PREPARATIONBR-5
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000004894478
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000004894479
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
—
(J-46532)
Brake and clutch pedal height measure-
ment tool Measuring brake pedal height
38-PFM90.5
(—)
Pro-Cut PFM90 On-Car Brake Lathe Turning rotors
LFIA0227E
ALFIA0092ZZ
Tool name
Description
1. Flare nut crowfoot
2. Torque wrench Removing and installing each brake pip-
ing.
a: 10 mm (0.39 in) / 12 mm (0.47 in)
Power tool Removing nuts, bolts and screws.
S-NT360
PBIC0190E
PBIC0191E
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FRONT DISC BRAKEBR-7
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BASIC INSPECTION
FRONT DISC BRAKE
BRAKE PAD
BRAKE PAD : InspectionINFOID:0000000004894482
PA D W E A R
Check pad thickness from the inspection holes on cylinder body.
Check using a scale if necessary.
DISC ROTOR
DISC ROTOR : InspectionINFOID:0000000004894483
VISUAL
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. Replace as necessary.
RUNOUT
1. Attach disc rotor to wheel hub using wheel nuts (at two or more positions).
2. Inspect runout using a dial gauge placed at 10 mm (0.39 in) inside the disc edge.
NOTE:
Before measuring, make sure that wheel bearing axial end play
is within the specification. Refer to FA X - 6 , "
On-Vehicle Inspec-
tion and Service".
3. When runout exceeds limit value, displace mounting positions of disc rotor by one hole. And then find a position of the minimum value for runout.
4. If runout is outside the specified value after performing the above operation, turn disc rotor using Tool.
THICKNESS
Standard thickness : Refer to BR-46, "Front Disc
Brake".
Repair limit thickness : Refer to BR-46, "
Front Disc
Brake".
WFIA0522E
Runout limit : Refer to BR-46, "Front Disc
Brake".
(with it attached to the vehicle)
Tool number : 38-PFM90.5 ( — )
BRA0580D
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REAR DISC BRAKEBR-9
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REAR DISC BRAKE
BRAKE PAD
BRAKE PAD : InspectionINFOID:0000000004894484
PA D W E A R
Check pad thickness from the inspection holes on cylinder body.
Check using a scale if necessary.
DISC ROTOR
DISC ROTOR : InspectionINFOID:0000000004894485
VISUAL
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. Replace as necessary.
RUNOUT
1. Attach disc rotor to wheel hub using wheel nuts (at two or more positions).
2. Inspect runout using dial gauge placed at 10 mm (0.39 in) inside disc edge.
NOTE:
Before measuring, make sure that wheel bearing axial end play
is within the specification. Refer to RAX-6, "
On-Vehicle Inspec-
tion and Service".
3. When runout exceeds limit value, displace mounting positions of disc rotor by one hole. And then find a position of the minimum value for runout.
4. If runout is outside the specified value after performing the above operation, turn disc rotor using Tool.
THICKNESS
Check the thickness of the disc rotor using a micrometer. Replace
disc rotor if the thickness is less than the wear limit. Standard thickness : Refer to
BR-46, "
Rear Disc
Brake".
Repair limit thickness : Refer to BR-46, "
Rear Disc
Brake".
BRA0010D
Runout limit : Refer to BR-46, "Rear Disc Brake".
(With it attached to the vehicle)
Tool number : 38-PFM90.5 ( — )
BRA0697D
Standard thickness : Refer to BR-46, "Rear
Disc Brake".
Repair limit thickness : Refer to BR-46, "
Rear
Disc Brake".
Thickness variation
(Measured at 8 positions) : Refer to
BR-46, "
Rear
Disc Brake".
SFIA2284E
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BR-40
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
4. Remove piston seals from cylinder body, using a suitable tool.CAUTION:
• Be careful not to damage cylinder inner wall.
• Do not reuse piston seals.
5. Remove the bleed valve and cap.
CALIPER INSPECTION
Cylinder Body
Check inside surface of cylinder for score, rust, wear, damage or foreign materials. If any of the above condi-
tions are observed, replace cylinder body.
Minor damage from rust or foreign materials may be el iminated by polishing surface with a fine emery paper.
Replace cylinder body if necessary.
CAUTION:
Use new brake fluid for cleaning. Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene.
Torque Member
Check for wear, cracks, and damage. If damage or def ormation is present, replace the affected part.
Piston
Check piston for score, rust, wear, damage or presence of foreign materials. Replace if any of the above con-
ditions are observed.
CAUTION:
Piston sliding surface is plated, do not polish with emery paper even if rust or foreign materials are
stuck to sliding surface.
Sliding Pins, and Sliding Pin Boots
Check sliding pin and sliding pin boot for wear, damage, and cracks. If damage or deformation is present,
replace the affected part.
CAUTION:
Trailing/upper slidi ng pin must be replaced at each service.
ASSEMBLY
1. Install bleed valve and cap.
2. Apply rubber grease to new piston seals and insert seals into
grooves on cylinder body.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston seals.
SFIA0141E
SFIA2399E
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)BR-45
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
General SpecificationINFOID:0000000004894499
Unit: mm (in)
Brake PedalINFOID:0000000004894500
Unit: mm (in)
CAUTION:
When equipped with adjustable pedal, the pedal must be in the forward most position (closest to the floor) for pedal height
adjustment. Front brake Brake model
AD41VA
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 350 x 30 (13.78 x 1.181)
Pad Length × width × thickness 151.6 x 56.5 x 12.0 (5.97 x 2.22 x 0.476)
Cylinder bore diameter 50.8 (2.00)
Rear brake Brake model AD14VE
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 320 x 14 (12.60 x 0.551)
Pad Length × width × thickness 83.0 x 33.0 x 12.0 (3.268 x 1.299 x 0.472)
Cylinder bore diameter 48 (1.89)
Control valve Valve model Electric brake force distribution
Brake booster Booster model C215T
Diaphragm diameter 215 (8.46)
Recommended brake fluid Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
Pedal free height (H) with pedal in forward most position 182.3 - 192.3 (7.18 - 7.57)
Pedal travel (T) 153.3 (6.04)
Stop lamp switch and ASCD cancel switch threaded end to brake pedal bracket gap 0.74 - 1.96 (0.029 - 0.077)
ALFIA0149ZZ
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BR-46
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Brake Booster
INFOID:0000000004894501
Unit: mm (in)
Check ValveINFOID:0000000004894502
Front Disc BrakeINFOID:0000000004894503
Unit: mm (in)
Rear Disc BrakeINFOID:0000000004894504
Unit: mm (in)
Output rod length [at -66.7 kPa (-500 mmHg, -19.69 inHg) vacuum] 15.6 - 15.9 (0.614 - 0.626)
Input rod installation length (B) 151 (5.94)
SBR208E
WFIA0382E
Vacuum leakage
[at vacuum of – 66.7 kPa(– 500 mmHg, – 19.69 inHg)]Within 1.3 kPa (10 mmHg, 0.39 inHg) of vacuum for 15 seconds
Brake model
AD41VA
Brake pad Standard thickness (new)
12.0 (0.476)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new)
30 (1.181)
Repair limit thickness 28 (1.102)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.03 (0.001)
Brake model AD14VE
Brake pad Standard thickness (new)
12.0 (0.472)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
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