2009 INFINITI QX56 oil temperature

TM-176
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PRECAUTIONS
 All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection orreassembly.
 Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.
 It is very important to perform functional 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 s lide 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 place 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-
183, "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-181, "Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)"
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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-183,
"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 ar e 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
.
 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-68
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TM-186
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
STALL TEST
STALL TEST
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A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check
 Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to TM-179, "Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)".
Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/
T fluid temperature is 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F). Inspect the
amount of ATF. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
Fluid condition Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state) Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudy Water in the fluidReplace the ATF and check for plac-
es where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/T
Replace the ATF and check for im-
proper operation of the A/T.
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LINE PRESSURE TESTTM-189
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5. Start the engine, then measure the line pressure at both idle and the stall speed.
CAUTION:
 Keep the brake pedal pressed all the way down during
measurement.
 When measuring the line pressu re at the stall speed, refer
to TM-186, "Inspection and Judgment"
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6. After the measurements are complete, install the oil pressure detection plug and tighten to the regulation torque below.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the O-ring.
Line Pressure
Judgement of Line Pressure Test
Oil pressure detection
plug :7.3 N·m (0.74 kg-m, 65 in-lb)SAT493G
Engine speed
Line pressure [kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)]
R position D position
At idle speed 425 - 465 (4.3 - 4.7, 62 - 67) 379 - 428 (3.9 - 4.4, 55 - 62)
At stall speed 1,605 - 1,950 (16.4 - 19.9, 233 - 283) 1,310 - 1,500 (13.4 - 15.3, 190 - 218)
Judgement Possible cause
Idle speed Low for all positions
(P, R, N, D)
Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and low oil pump output.
For example
 Oil pump wear
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking or spring fatigue
 Oil strainer
⇒ oil pump ⇒ pressure regulator valve passage oil leak
 Engine idle speed too low
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
High Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the line pressure adjustment func-
tion.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 ATF temperature sensor malfunction
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking in “OFF” state, filter clog, cut line)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
Stall speed Oil pressure does
not rise higher than
the oil pressure for
idle.
Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the pressure adjustment function.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 TCM breakdown
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (shorting, sticking in“ ON” state)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
 Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
The pressure rises,
but does not enter
the standard posi-
tion. Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and malfunction in the pres-
sure adjustment function.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking, filter clog)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
 Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
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ROAD TESTTM-191
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YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “P” Position V ehicle Moves When Pushed” on the diagnostics work-
sheet, then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Start the engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Release the parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “N” Position Ve hicle Moves” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “D” position.
When the transmission is shifted from
“N” to “D”, is there an excessive shock?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “Large Shock ("N" to "D" Position) on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R” position.
3. Release the brake for 4 to 5 seconds.
Does the vehicle creep backward?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward In "R" Position” on the diagnostics worksheet, then continue the road test.
7.CHECK “D” POSITION FUNCTIONS
Inspect whether the vehicle creeps forward when the transmission is put into the “D” position.
Does the vehicle creep forward in the
“D” positions?
YES >> Go to TM-191, "Cruise Test - Part 1", TM-193, "Cruise Test - Part 2", and TM-194, "Cruise Test -
Part 3".
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in "D" Position” on the diagnostics work- sheet, then continue the road test.
Cruise Test - Part 1INFOID:0000000003772029
1.CHECK STARTING OUT FROM D1
1. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to warm up the engine oil and ATF. Appropriate temperature for the ATF: 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F)
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D” position.
6. Press the accelerator pedal about half way down to accelerate the vehicle.
With CONSULT-III
Read off the gear positions.
Starts from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot be Started From D1” on the diagnostics worksheet, then
continue the road test.
2.CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 → D2
Press down the accelerator pedal about half way and inspect if the vehicle shifts up (D1 → D2) at the appropri-
ate speed.
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CONTROL VALVE WITH TCMTM-203
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
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CONTROL VALVE WITH TCM
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2INFOID:0000000004219688
COMPONENTS
CONTROL VALVE WITH TCM REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal
1. Disconnect negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-77, "Removal and Installation".
2. Drain A/T fluid. Refer to TM-181, "Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)"
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3. Disconnect A/T assembly harness connector.
1. Transmission 2. Snap ring 3. Sub-harness
4. Control valve with TCM 5. Bracket 6. A/T fluid temperature sensor 2
7. Oil pan gasket 8. Brackets 9. Oil pan bolt
10. Oil pan 11. Magnet 12. Drain plug
13. Drain plug gasket 14. A/T assembly harness connector 15. O-ring
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TM-204
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
CONTROL VALVE WITH TCM
4. Remove snap ring from A/T assembly harness connector.
5. Push A/T assembly harness connector.CAUTION:
Do not damage connector.
6. Remove oil pan and oil pan gasket. Refer to TM-201, "Oil Pan"
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7. Disconnect A/T fluid temperat ure sensor 2 connector (A).
CAUTION:
Do not damage connector.
8. Straighten the four terminal clips to free the terminal cord assembly for A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 harness.
 : Terminal clip
9. Straighten terminal clip to fr ee the output speed sensor harness.
10. Disconnect output speed sensor connector (1). CAUTION:
Do not damage connector.
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CONTROL VALVE WITH TCMTM-209
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11. Connect A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 connector (A).
12. Securely fasten terminal cord assembly and A/T fluid tempera- ture sensor 2 harness with terminal clips
 : Terminal clip
13. Connect output speed sensor connector (1).
14. Securely fasten output speed sensor harness with terminal clip.
15. Install oil pan to transmission case. Refer to TM-201, "Oil Pan"
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16. Pull up A/T assembly harness connector. CAUTION:
Do not damage connector.
17. Install snap ring to A/T assembly harness connector.
18. Connect A/T assembly harness connector.
19. Connect the negative battery terminal.
20. Refill the A/T with fluid and check the fluid level and for fluid leakage. Refer to TM-179, "Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)"
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF A/ T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR 2
Removal
1. Disconnect negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-77, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove oil pan and oil pan gasket. Refer to TM-201, "Oil Pan"
.
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CONTROL VALVE WITH TCMTM-211
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2. Install A/T fluid temperature sens or 2 (with bracket) in control
valve with TCM. Tighten A/T flui d temperature sensor 2 bolt to
the specified torque. Refer to TM-203, "Control Valve with TCM
and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2".
CAUTION:
Adjust bolt hole of bracket to bolt hole of control valve with
TCM.
3. Connect A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 connector (A).
4. Securely fasten A/T fluid temperature sensor 2 harness with ter- minal clip .
5. Install oil pan to transmission case. Refer to TM-201, "Oil Pan"
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6. Connect the negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-77, "Removal and Installation"
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7. Refill the A/T with fluid and check the fluid level and for fluid leakage. Refer to TM-179, "Checking the A/T
Fluid (ATF)".
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