2008 INFINITI QX56 fuel cap

FL-12
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FUEL TANK
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Follow the “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-4, "
General Precau-
tion" .
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank, if necessary. • Position the vehicle so it is level.
2. Remove the fuel filler cap to release the pressure from inside the fuel tank.
3. Check the fuel level on level gauge. If the fuel gauge indicates more than the level as shown (full or almost full), drain the fuel
from the fuel tank until the fuel gauge indicates the level as
shown, or less.
• If the fuel pump does not operate, use the following procedure
to drain the fuel to the specified level after disconnecting the
fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe.
a. Insert a suitable hose of less than 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter into the fuel filler pipe through the fuel filler opening to drain the fuel
from fuel filler pipe.
b. Insert a suitable hose into the fuel tank through the fuel filler hose to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
• As a guide, the fuel level reaches the fuel gauge position as shown, or less, when approximately 14
liters (3 3/4 US gal, 3 1/8 Imp gal) of fuel are drained from the fuel tank.
4. Remove the LH rear wheel and tire. Refer to WT-48, "
Rotation" .
5. Remove the four clips and remove the rear fender protector, front.
6. Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe and dis- connect the vent hose quick connector.
7. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-494, "
Fuel Pressure Check" .
8. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
9. Remove the second row seat and the third row LH seat. Refer to SE-54, "
Removal and Installation" (sec-
ond row), SE-62, "
LH Side Seat" (third row).
10. Remove the second and third row rear seat belt buckles mounted on the floor. Refer to SB-7, "
Removal
and Installation of Second Row Seat Belt", SB-9, "Removal and Installation of Third Row Seat Belt".
11. Remove the LH center pillar trim, the LH rear trim panel, and the LH rear side door kick plate and weather
stripping. Refer to INT-14, "
Removal and Installation" .
12. Remove the second row rear center console and base. Refer to IP-21, "
Removal and Installation" .
13. Reposition the floor carpet out of the way to access the inspection hole cover, located under the center LH
rear seat.
13. Fuel filler hose grommet 14. Fuel filler cap 15. Fuel tank shield
16. Clip 17. Fuel filler pipe shield
WBIA0390E
LBIA0386E
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)FL-17
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Standard and LimitINFOID:0000000001534436
Fuel tank capacity
105.8 (28 US gal, 23 1/4 Imp gal)
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GI-26
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PRECAUTIONS
• Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
• If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of radio and each control unit is erased.
• To prevent serious burns: Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
• Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in an appropriate manner.
• Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray
and possibly a fire.
• Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent prior to inspection or assembly.
• Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
• Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.
• Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.
• Do not touch the terminals of electrical com ponents which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
• After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, atta ch a tag to indicate the proper connection.
• Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
• Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
• Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recommended special tools where specified for safe and efficient service repairs.
• When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems, check all affected lines for leaks.
• Before servicing the vehicle: Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate covers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
WARNING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic tro uble codes, do not carelessly disconnect the harness
connectors which are related to the engine control system and TCM (transmission control module)
SEF289H
SGI233
PBIC0190E
SGI234
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MA-12
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000001606168
*1: For further details, refer to MA-12, "Engine Oil Recommendation" .
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may cause deterioration in driveability and
automatic transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new
vehicle limited warranty.
*3: DEXRON
TM VI type ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your INFINITI dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient te mperatures above 0° C (32 ° F).
*7: Using fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF may cause de terioration in driveability and transfer durability, and may
damage the transfer, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*8: For improved vehicle performance, INFINITI recommends the use of unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at leas t 91
AKI (RON 96). For further details, refer to GI-27, "
Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Recommended)".
*9: See your INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil.
Engine Oil RecommendationINFOID:0000000006211816
Description Capacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel 105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 gal Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of at least 87 AKI (RON 91) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
6.5
6 7/8 qt 5 3/4 qt
• API Certification Mark*1
• Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter
change
6.2
6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 8 qt
6 3/4 qt
Cooling system With reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
15 1/4 qt 12 5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt API GL-5 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Oil
(Part No. 999MP-DF200P) or equivalent
*9
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic D ATF *7
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid —— —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease —— —PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or equiv-
alent
Multi-purpose grease —— — NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid 4.9 5 1/8 qt 4 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz NISSAN A/C System Oil Type S or equiv-
alent *5
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2008 QX56

ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-17
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2. Fill the radiator and the reservoir tank (to the “MAX”
line), with water. Reinstall the radiator cap and leave
the vented reservoir cap off.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Press the engine accelerator two or three times under no-load.
5. Stop the engine and wait until it cools down.
6. Drain the water from the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Coolant" .
7. Repeat steps 2 through 6 until clear water begins to drain from the radiator.
Checking Fuel LineINFOID:0000000001606172
Inspect the fuel lines and fuel tank for improper mounting, leaks,
cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing, or deterioration.
As necessary, repair or replace any faulty parts.
Changing Fuel FilterINFOID:0000000001606173
The fuel filter is part of the fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly. Refer to FL-7, "Removal
and Installation" .
WARNING:
Before replacing the fuel filter, release the fuel pressure from the fuel system. Refer to EC-494, "
Fuel
Pressure Check".
Changing Engine Air Cleaner FilterINFOID:0000000001606174
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE
NOTE:
• The viscous paper type filter does not need cleaning between replacement intervals.
• Replace the air filter as necessary for required maintenance.
1. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly.
SMA803A
1. Air cleaner case (upper) 2. Air cleaner filter3. Air cleaner case (lower)
4. Air duct and resonator assembly
WBIA0465E
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ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-21
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• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change
intervals.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Use standard type spark plug for normal condition.
• The hot type spark plug is suitable when fouling occurs with the standard type spark plug under conditionssuch as:
- Frequent engine starts
- Low ambient temperatures
• The cold type spark plug is suitable when spark knock occurs with the standard type spark plug under condi- tions such as:
- Extended highway driving
- Frequent high engine revolution
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock spark plug.
Checking EVAP Vapor LineINFOID:0000000001606178
1. Visually inspect the EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment, cracks, damage, loose connections, chaf-
ing, or deterioration.
2. Inspect the vacuum relief valve of the fuel tank filler cap for clogging and sticking.
Refer to EC-496, "
How to Detect Fuel Vapor Leakage" .
SMA806CA
Make NGK
Model Standard model
Standard type DILFR5A-11
Gap (Nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
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