2009 INFINITI QX56 coolant

ECM
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 Sea level
 Flat road
 Ambient air temperature: 20 - 30
°C (68 - 86 °F)
 Diagnosis is performed as quickly as possible under normal conditions.
Under different conditions [For example: ambient air temperature other than 20 - 30 °C (68 - 86 °F)], diagno-
sis may also be performed.
Pattern 1:
 The engine is started at the engine coolant temperature of −10 to 35 °C (14 to 95 °F)
(where the voltage between the ECM terminal 73 and ground is 3.0 - 4.3V).
 The engine must be operated at id le speed until the engine coolant temperature is greater than 70 °C
(158 °F) (where the voltage between the ECM te rminal 73 and ground is lower than 1.4V).
 The engine is started at the fuel tank temperature of warmer than 0 °C (32 °F) (where the voltage
between the ECM terminal 107 and ground is less than 4.1V).
Pattern 2:
 When steady-state driving is performed again even afte r it is interrupted, each diagnosis can be conducted.
In this case, the time required for diagnosis may be extended.
Pattern 3:
 Operate vehicle following the driving pattern shown in the figure.
 Release the accelerator pedal during decelerating vehicle speed from 90 km/h (56 MPH) to 0 km/h (0 MPH).
Pattern 4:
 The accelerator pedal must be held very steady during steady- state driving.
 If the accelerator pedal is moved, the test must be conducted all over again.
*1: Depress the accelerator pedal until vehicle speed is 90 km/h (56
MPH), then release the accelerator pedal and keep it released for
more than 10 seconds. Depress the accelerator pedal until vehicle
speed is 90 km/h (56 MPH) again.
*2: Checking the vehicle speed with GST is advised.
Suggested Transmi ssion Gear Position
Set the selector lever in the D positi on with the overdrive switch turned ON.
TEST VALUE AND TEST LIMIT
The following is the information specified in Service $06 of SAE J1979.
The test value is a parameter used to determine whether a system/circuit diagnostic test is OK or NG while
being monitored by the ECM during self-diagnosis. The test limit is a reference value which is specified as the
maximum or minimum value and is compared with the test value being monitored.
These data (test value and test limit) are specified by On Boad Monitor ID(OBDMID), Test ID (TID), Unit and
Scaling ID and can be displayed on the GST screen.
The items of the test value and test limit will be disp layed with GST screen which items are provided by the
ECM. (eg., if the bank 2 is not applied on this v ehicle, only the items of the bank 1 is displayed)
PBIB2244E
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
(continued on next page)
SYSTEM — ENGINE MECHANICAL & OTHER
Mass air flow sensor circuit
1
12 2
222 2 EC-103,
EC-109
Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit
333
EC-120,
EC-128
Air fuel ratio (A/F ) sensor 1 circuit EC-136
,
EC-140
,
EC-143
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EC-146
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EC-377

Throttle position sensor circuit 22EC-124
,
EC-185
,
EC-302
,
EC-304
,
EC-369
Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit 3 2 1 EC-280
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EC-362
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EC-365
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EC-373
Knock sensor circuit 2 3 EC-195
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) circuit 2 2EC-198
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) circuit 3 2 EC-202
Vehicle speed signal circuit 2 3 3 3 EC-271
Power steering pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3 EC-277
ECM 22333333333 EC-280,
EC-282
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cir-
cuit 32 13223 3
EC-100
Transmission range signal circuit 3 3 3 3 3 EC-288
Refrigerant pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3 4EC-416
Electrical load signal circuit 3EC-390
Air conditioner circuit 223333333 3 2HAC-25
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) 4 BRC-37
SYMPTOM
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muffler/
Gasket 55555 55 5 EM-30
,
EX-
5Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tion Oil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/Oil
filter/Oil gallery/Oil cooler
55555 55 5 EM-33
,
LU-
14 , LU-11 ,
LU-12
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oil LU-8, "In-spection"
Cooling Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler cap
55555 55 45 CO-15
Thermostat 5
CO-22
Water pumpCO-20
Water galleryCO-6
Cooling fan 5CO-18,
CO-
19
Coolant level (Low)/Contaminat-
ed coolant 5
CO-10
IVIS (INFINITI Vehicle Immobilizer System —
NATS) 11
SEC-6
SYMPTOM
Reference
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
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NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONEC-479
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NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION
Fuel Cut Control (at No
Load and High Engine Speed)INFOID:0000000003771740
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
If the engine speed is above 1,800 rpm under no load (for example, the shift position is neutral and engine
speed over is 1,800 rpm) fuel will be cut off after some time. The exact time when the fuel is cut off varies
based on engine speed.
Fuel cut will be operated until the engine speed reaches 1,500 rpm, then fuel cut will be cancelled.
NOTE:
This function is different from deceleration control listed under EC-28, "System Description"
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Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
TCM Neutral position
Fuel cut control Fuel injector
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine speed
Wheel sensor Vehicle speed*
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PREPARATIONEC-485
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Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000003771745
(J-45488)
Quick connector re-
lease
Remove fuel tube quick connectors in engine
room.
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refrac-
tometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in en-
gine coolant
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
PBIC0198E
WBIA0539E
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)
Description
Leak detector
i.e.: (J-41416) Locating the EVAP leak
EVAP service port
adapter
i.e.: (J-41413-OBD) Applying positive pressure through EVAP service
port
Fuel filler cap adapter
i.e.: (MLR-8382) Checking fuel tank vacuum relief valve opening
pressure
Socket wrench Removing and installing engine coolant tempera- ture sensor
S-NT703
S-NT704
S-NT815
S-NT705
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Fuel PressureINFOID:0000000003771755
Idle Speed and Ignition TimingINFOID:0000000003771756
*: Under the following conditions:
 Air conditioner switch: OFF
 Electric load: OFF (Lights and heater fan)
 Steering wheel: Kept in straight-ahead position
Calculated Load ValueINFOID:0000000003771757
Mass Air Flow SensorINFOID:0000000003771758
*: Engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature and running under no load.
Intake Air Temperature SensorINFOID:0000000003771759
Engine Coolant Temperature SensorINFOID:0000000003771760
A/F Sensor 1 HeaterINFOID:0000000003771761
Fuel pressure at idling kPa (kg/cm2, psi)
Approximately 350 (3.57, 51)
Target idle speed No-load* (in P or N position) 650
±50 rpm
Air conditioner: ON In P or N position 700 rpm or more
Ignition timing In P or N position 15 ° ± 5 ° BTDC
Condition Calculated load value % (Using CONSULT-IIl or GST)
At idle 14.0 - 33.0
At 2,500 rpm 12.0 - 25.0
Supply voltage Battery voltage (11 - 14V)
Output voltage at idle 1.0 - 1.3V*
Mass air flow (Using CONSULT-IIl or GST) 3.0 - 9.0 g·m/sec at idle*
9.0 - 28.0 g·m/sec at 2,500 rpm*
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
25 (77) 1.800 - 2.200
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.1 - 2.9
50 (122) 0.68 - 1.00
90 (194) 0.236 - 0.260
Resistance [at 25°C (77 °F)] 1.98 - 2.66 Ω
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CONTENTS
ENGINE MECHANICAL
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................3
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....3
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
3
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
3
Precaution for Drain Engine Coolant .........................4
Precaution for Disconnecting Fuel Piping .................4
Precaution for Removal and Disassembly ................4
Precaution for Inspection, Repair and Replace-
ment .................................................................... ......
4
Precaution for Assembly and Installation ..................4
Parts Requiring Angular Tightening ..........................4
Precaution for Liquid Gasket ............................... ......5
PREPARATION ............................................6
PREPARATION .............................................. .....6
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......6
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................8
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ..............................10
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ ....
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NVH Troubleshooting - Engine Noise ................. ....10
Use the Chart Below to Help You Find the Cause
of the Symptom .......................................................
11
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................13
DRIVE BELTS ................................................ ....13
Exploded View .................................................... ....13
Checking Drive Belts ...............................................13
Removal and Installation .........................................13
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner and Idler Pulley ......... ....14
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................15
Exploded View .................................................... ....15
Removal and Installation (Viscous paper type) .......15
SPARK PLUG ...................................................16
Exploded View ..................................................... ....16
Removal and Installation .........................................16
CAMSHAFT VALVE CLEARANCE ..................18
Valve Clearance ......................................................18
COMPRESSION PRESSURE ...........................23
Checking Compression Pressure ............................23
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................24
ENGINE ROOM COVER ...................................24
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....24
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT .......................25
Exploded View .........................................................25
Removal and Installation .........................................25
INTAKE MANIFOLD .........................................26
Exploded View .........................................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY
CATALYST ........................................................
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Exploded View .........................................................30
Removal and Installation .........................................30
OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER .........................33
Exploded View .........................................................33
Removal and Installation .........................................33
IGNITION COIL .................................................37
Exploded View .........................................................37
Removal and Installation .........................................37
ROCKER COVER .............................................38
Exploded View .........................................................38
Removal and Installation .........................................38
FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ................40
Exploded View .........................................................40
Removal and Installation .........................................40
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PRECAUTIONS
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Drain Engine CoolantINFOID:0000000005885850
Drain engine coolant when engine is cooled.
Precaution for Disconnecting Fuel PipingINFOID:0000000005885851
• Before starting work, make sure no fire or spark producing items are in the work area.
• Release fuel pressure before disconnecting and disassembly.
• After disconnecting pipes, plug openings to stop fuel leakage.
Precaution for Removal and DisassemblyINFOID:0000000005885852
• When instructed to use special service tools, use the s pecified tools. Always be careful to work safely, avoid
forceful or uninstructed operations.
• Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.
• Cover openings of engine system with tape or the equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.
• Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organi zed way for easy troubleshooting and assembly.
• When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified. Power tools may be used
where noted in the step.
Precaution for Inspection, Repair and ReplacementINFOID:0000000005885853
Before repairing or replacing, thoroughly inspect parts. Inspect new replacement parts in the same way, and
replace if necessary.
Precaution for Assembly and InstallationINFOID:0000000005885854
• Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts to specification.
• When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with theones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is specified,
do exactly as specified.
• Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.
• Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for any restriction and blockage.
• Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust. Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.
• Release air within route when refilling after draining engine coolant.
• Before starting engine, apply fuel pressure to fuel lines with turning ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). Then make sure that there are no leaks at fuel line connections.
• After repairing, start engine and increase engine s peed to check engine coolant, fuel, oil, and exhaust sys-
tems for leakage.
Parts Requiring Angular TighteningINFOID:0000000005885855
• For final tightening of the following engine parts use Tool:
- Cylinder head bolts
- Main bearing cap bolts
- Connecting rod cap bolts
- Crankshaft pulley bolt (No angle wrench is required as the bolt flange is provided with notches for angle tightening)
• Do not use a torque value for final tightening.
• The torque value for these parts are for a preliminary step.
• Ensure thread and seat surfaces are clean and lightly coated with engine oil. Tool number : KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)
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