2009 INFINITI QX56 air filter

AIR CLEANER FILTEREM-15
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AIR CLEANER FILTER
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000005885865
Removal and Installation (Viscous paper type)INFOID:0000000005885866
REMOVAL
NOTE:
• The viscous paper type filter does not
need cleaning between replacement intervals.
• Replace the air filter as necessary for periodic maintenance. Refer to MA-8, "
Introduction of Periodic Mainte-
nance".
1. Remove the air cleaner case (upper).
2. Remove the air cleaner filter from the air cleaner case (lower).
INSTALLATION
1. Install the new air cleaner filter in the air cleaner case (lower).
2. Install the air cleaner case (upper).
1. Air cleaner case (lower) 2. Air cleaner filter3. Air cleaner case (upper)
4. Air duct and resonator assembly Front
ALBIA0413GB
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AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCTEM-25
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AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005885873
REMOVAL
1. Remove the engine room cover using power tool. Refer to
EM-24, "Removal and Installation".
2. Disconnect the harness connector from air cleaner case (upper).
3. Disconnect crankcase ventil ation hoses at resonator.
4. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly and air cleaner case.
5. Remove air cleaner filter and air cleaner case (lower)
• Add marks as necessary for easier installation.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Air cleaner case (lower) 2. Air cleaner filter 3. Air cleaner case (upper)
4. Air duct and resonator assembly Front
ALBIA0413GB
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINEREM-33
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OIL PAN AND OIL STRAINER
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005885879
REMOVAL
WARNING:
To avoid the danger of being scalded, never drain the engine oil when the engine is hot.
1. Remove the engine. Refer to
EM-78, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the oil pan (lower) using the following steps.
1. Oil pan (upper) 2. O-ring3. O-ring
4. O-ring 5. O-ring (with collar)6. Oil level gauge guide
7. Oil level gauge 8. O-ring9. Connector bolt
10. Oil filter 11. Oil cooler12. Relief valve
13. Oil pressure switch 14. Gasket15. Drain plug
16. Oil pan (lower) 17. Oil strainer
KBIA2465E
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FL-1
ENGINE
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CONTENTS
FUEL SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
FUEL SYSTEM ....................................................4
General Precaution ............................................. ......4
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
BASIC INSPECTION ....................................6
FUEL SYSTEM ............................................... .....6
Checking Fuel Line ............................................. ......6
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ................7
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER
AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY .........................
7
Removal and Installation ..................................... .....7
FUEL TANK ......................................................11
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....11
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..............16
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER
AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY ........................
16
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ....16
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit .............................................. ....17
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PRECAUTIONSGI-29
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Dispose of used oil and used oil filters through authorized waste disposal contractors to licensed waste dis-
posal sites, or to the waste oil reclamation trade. If in doubt, contact the local authority for advice on disposal
facilities.
It is illegal to pour used oil on to the ground, down sewers or drains, or into water sources.
The regulations concerning po llution vary between regions.
Air ConditioningINFOID:0000000003771205
Use an approved refrigerant recovery unit any time t he air conditioning system must be discharged. Refer to
HA-20, "
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure".
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LU-1
ENGINE
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CONTENTS
ENGINE LUBRICATION SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Precaution for Liquid Gasket .....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................6
LUBRICATION SYSTEM ............................... .....6
Lubrication Circuit ............................................... ......6
Schematic .................................................................7
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................8
ENGINE OIL ................................................... .....8
Inspection ............................................................ ......8
Changing Engine Oil ............................................ .....9
OIL FILTER .......................................................11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................12
OIL COOLER ....................................................12
Exploded View ..................................................... ....12
Removal and Installation .........................................12
OIL PUMP .........................................................14
Exploded View .........................................................14
Removal and Installation .........................................14
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..............16
OIL PUMP .........................................................16
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ....16
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit .............................................. ....18
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LU-8
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ENGINE OIL
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL
InspectionINFOID:0000000003771270
OIL LEVEL
• Before starting the engine make sure the vehicle is parked on a flatand level surface, then check the oil level. If the engine is already
running, turn it off and allow 10 minutes before checking.
• Check that the oil level is within the low (L) and high (H) range as indicated on the dipstick.
• If the engine oil level is out of range, add oil as necessary. Refer to
MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
OIL APPEARANCE
• Check the engine oil for a white milky appearance or excessive contamination.
• If the engine oil is milky, it is highly probable that it is contaminated with engine coolant. Repair the broken
parts.
OIL LEAKAGE
Check for oil leakage around the following areas:
•Oil pan
• Oil pan drain plug
• Oil pressure switch
• Oil filter
• Oil cooler
• Intake valve timing control cover
• Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
• Front cover
• Mating surface between cylinder block and cylinder head
• Mating surface between cylinder head and rocker cover
• Crankshaft oil seal (front and rear)
OIL PRESSURE CHECK
WARNING:
• Be careful not to burn yoursel f, as engine oil may be hot.
• Put the A/T shift selector in the Park “P” position.
1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to LU-8, "
Inspection".
2. Remove engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Disconnect the oil pressure switch harness connector.
4. Remove the oil pressure switch (A).
SMA954C
WBIA0791E
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LU-12
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OIL COOLER
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR
OIL COOLER
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003771273
WARNING:
Be careful not to burn yourself, as the engine oil and engine coolant are hot.
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from the radiator. Refer to CO-11, "Changing Engine Coolant".
2. Disconnect water hoses from the oil cooler. CAUTION:
Do not spill engine coolant on the drive belt.
3. Remove oil filter. Refer to LU-11, "
Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Do not spill engine oil on the drive belt.
4. Remove connector bolt, and remove oil cooler and O-ring.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Oil Cooler
Check oil cooler for cracks. Check oil cooler for clogging by blowing compressed air through engine coolant
inlet. If necessary, replace oil cooler assembly.
1. Oil pan 2. Water hose3. Water pipe
4. Water hose 5. Connector bolt 6. Oil filter
7. Oil cooler 8. O-ring 9. Relief valve
10. Water hose 11. Connector pipe 12. Gasket
A. To thermostat housing B. Refer to LU-11
C. To cylinder block
WBIA0790E
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