2008 INFINITI QX56 recommended oil

ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-15
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3. Open the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator, and
remove the radiator filler cap. This is the only step required
when partially draining the cooling system (radiator only).
CAUTION:
Do not to allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.
4. When draining all of the coolant in the system for engine removal or repair, it is necessary to drain the cylinder block.
Remove the RH cylinder block drain plug to drain the right bank
and the oil cooler hose to drain the left bank as shown.
5. Remove the reservoir tank to drain the engine cool ant, then clean the reservoir tank before installing it.
6. Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Cool-
ant" .
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Close the radiator drain plug. Install the reservoir tank, cylinder block drain plug, and the oil cooler hose, if
removed for a total system drain or for engine removal or repair.
• The radiator must be complete ly empty of coolant and water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain plug. Use Genuine High Performance Thread
Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants" .
2. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heat er ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
3. Remove the vented reservoir cap and replace it wit h a non-vented reservoir cap before filling the cooling
system.
WBIA0391E
PBIC0146E
WBIA0392E
Radiator drain plug : Refer to CO-15 .
RH cylinder block drain plug : Refer to EM-82
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CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCEMA-27
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2. Check the oil level as shown. A
dd the specified oil as necessary.
NOTE:
Rear final drive shown, front final drive similar
3. Install the filler plug and tighten to specification.
Changing Final Drive OilINFOID:0000000001606187
1. Remove the filler plug.
2. Remove the drain plug and drain the final drive oil.
3. Apply sealant to the drain plug threads. • Use High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants" .
4. Install the drain plug and tighten to specification.
5. Refill the rear final drive with new specified oil.
6. Check the oil level. NOTE:
Rear final drive shown, front final drive similar
7. Install the filler plug and tighten to specification.
AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006059786
BALANCING WHEELS (ADH ESIVE WEIGHT TYPE)
Preparation Before Adjustment
Remove inner and outer balance weights from the r oad wheel using releasing agent, remove double-faced
adhesive tape from the road wheel.
CAUTION:
• Be careful not scratch the road wheel during removal. Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to
MA-12, "
Fluids and
Lubricants" .
LLIA0068E
Filler plug : Refer to DLN-214, "Disassembly and Assembly" (FFD), DLN-251, "Disassem-
bly and Assembly" (RFD).
Drain plug : Refer to DLN-214, "
Disassembly and Assembly" (FFD), DLN-251, "Dis-
assembly and Assembly" (RFD).
Oil grade and capacity : Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants" .
LLIA0068E
Filler plug : Refer to DLN-214, "Disassembly and Assembly" (FFD), DLN-251, "Disassem-
bly and Assembly" (RFD).
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POWER STEERING FLUIDST-13
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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
POWER STEERING FLUID
Checking Fluid LevelINFOID:0000000001534691
Check power steering fluid level with engine off, referring to the scale
on reservoir tank.
Use HOT range for fluid temperatures of 50 ° – 80 °C (122 ° – 176 °F).
Use COLD range for fluid temperatures of 0 ° – 30 °C (32° – 86°F).
CAUTION:
• Do not overfill.
• Do not reuse any used power steering fluid.
• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent. Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants" .
Checking Fluid LeakageINFOID:0000000001534692
Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment and for
leaks, cracks, damage, loose connec tions, chafing or deterioration.
1. Run engine until fluid temperature reaches 50 ° – 80° C (122° –
176° F) in reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel right-to-left several times.
3. Hold steering wheel at each “lock” position for five seconds to check fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may
be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over tighten con- nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to ST-17, "
On-Vehicle Inspection and Ser-
vice".
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating a leak from the steering gear.
Air Bleeding Hydraulic SystemINFOID:0000000001534693
Incomplete air bleeding causes the following. When this happens, bleed air again.
• Air bubbles in reservoir tank.
• Clicking noise in oil pump.
• Excessive buzzing in oil pump. NOTE:
When vehicle is stationary or while steering wheel is being turned slowly, some noise may be heard from oil
pump or gear. This noise is normal and does not affect any system.
1. Stop engine, and then turn steering wheel fully to right and left several times. CAUTION:
Do not allow steering fluid reservoir tank to go below the MIN level line. Check tank frequently and
add fluid as needed.
2. Run engine at idle speed. Turn steering wheel fully right and then fully left, hold for about three seconds.
Then check for fluid leakage.
3. Repeat step 2 several times at about three second intervals. CAUTION:
Do not hold steeri ng wheel in the locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibil-
ity that oil pump may be damaged.)
4. Check for air bubbles or cloudy fluid.
LGIA0021E
SGIA0506E
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PRECAUTIONSTM-175
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• All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or reassembly.
• Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.
• It is very important to perform func tional tests whenever they are indicated.
• The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced. Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent springs
and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.
• Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.
• Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings and
seals, or hold bearings and washers in pl ace during assembly. Do not use grease.
• Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.
• Clean or replace ATF cooler if excessive foreign material is found in oil pan or clogging strainer. Refer to TM-
182, "A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning".
• After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.
• When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque con- verter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer to
TM-180, "
Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)".
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000001531487
ATF COOLER SERVICE
• If A/T fluid contains fictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiat or or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines with
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to TM-182,
"A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-15, "Removal and Installation".
CHECKING AND CHANGING A/T FLUID
• Increase ATF oil temperature to 80 °C (176° F) first, then check and adjust oil level at 65 °C (149° F).
NOTE:
The A/T has both water cooling and air cooling systems. The air cooling system has a bypass valve. When
ATF oil temperature is at or below 50 °C (122° F), it does not flow through the air cooled system. If A/T oil
level is adjusted without flow throughout the entir e system, the level will be 10mm lower than required.
Therefore, all piping should be filled with oil when adjusting level.
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS
• A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. Refer to the table on TM-32,
"CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.
• The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM memo- ries.
Always perform the procedure on TM-30, "
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)" to complete the
repair and avoid unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
For details of OBD-II, refer to TM-30
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• Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use the new style slide-
locking type harness connector. For descrip tion and how to disconnect, refer to PG-65
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TM-276
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ASSEMBLY
32. Install output shaft in transmission case.CAUTION:
Do not mistake front of shaft for rear because both sides
look similar (thinner end is front side).
33. Install bearing race to output shaft.
34. Install rear extension assembly (2WD models) or adapter case assembly (4WD models) according to the following procedures.
a. 2WD models
i. Apply recommended sealant (Genuine Anaerobic Liquid Gasket or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants".) to rear extension assembly as shown.
CAUTION:
Completely remove all moisture, oil, old sealant and any
foreign material from the tr ansmission case and rear exten-
sion assembly mating surfaces.
ii. Install rear extension assembly to transmission case. CAUTION:
Insert the tip of parking rod between the parking pawl and
the parking actuator support when assembling the rear
extension assembly.
SCIA5030E
SCIA5245E
SCIA5212E
SCIA5029E
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ASSEMBLYTM-285
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3. Install oil pump assembly in transmission case. CAUTION:
Apply ATF to oil pump bearing.
4. Apply recommended sealant (Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products
and Sealants".) to oil pump assembly as shown.
CAUTION:
Completely remove all moistu re, oil, old sealant and any
foreign material from the oil pump bolts and oil pump bolt
mating surfaces.
5. Tighten oil pump bolts to specified torque. CAUTION:
Apply ATF to oil pump bushing.
6. Install O-ring to input clutch assembly. CAUTION:
• Do not reuse O-ring.
• Apply ATF to O-ring.
7. Install converter housing to transmission case and tighten bolts to specified torque.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse self-sealing bolt (A).
SCIA2811E
SCIA5321E
Oil pump bolts : 48 N·m (4.9 kg-m, 35 ft-lb)
SCIA2300E
SCIA5011E
Converter housing bolt : 52 N·m (5.3 kg-m, 38 ft-lb)
Self-sealing bolt (A) : 61 N·m (6.2 kg-m, 45 ft-lb)
WCIA0624E
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