2010 INFINITI QX56 heating

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BODY REPAIR
Precaution in Repairing High Strength Steel
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High strength steel is used for body panels in order to reduce vehicle weight.
Accordingly, precautions in repairing automotive bodies made of high strength steel are described below:
High strength steel (hss) used in nissan vehicles
SP130 is the most commonly used HSS.
SP150 HSS is used only on parts that require much more strength.
Read the following precautions when repairing HSS:
1. Additional points to consider • The repair of reinforcements (such as side members) by heat-ing is not recommended since it may weaken the component.
When heating is unavoidable, do not heat HSS parts above
550° C (1,022° F).
Verify heating temperature with a thermometer.
(Crayon-type and other similar type thermometer are appropri-
ate.)
LIIA1061E
Tensile strength Nissan/Infiniti designation Major applicable parts
373 N/mm
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(38kg/mm2 ,54klb/sq in) SP130• Front inner pillar upper
• Front pillar hinge brace
• Outer front pillar reinforcement
• Other reinforcements
785-981 N/mm
2
(80-100kg/mm2
114-142klb/sq in) SP150
• Outer sill reinforcement
• Main back pillar
PIIA0115E
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
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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
COOLING SYSTEM ....................................... .....6
Cooling Circuit ..................................................... ......6
Schematic .................................................................7
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ..................8
Troubleshooting Chart ...............................................8
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENA NCE ....................10
ENGINE COOLANT ....................................... ....10
Inspection ............................................................ ....10
Changing Engine Coolant .......................................11
RADIATOR ........................................................14
Checking Radiator ............................................... ....14
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................15
RADIATOR ....... .................................................15
Exploded View ..................................................... ....15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
ENGINE COOLING FAN ...................................18
Exploded View .........................................................18
Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven
Type) .......................................................................
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Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type) ........19
WATER PUMP ..................................................20
Exploded View .........................................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING ..............22
Exploded View .........................................................22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Standard and Limit .............................................. ....24
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000005149040
SymptomCheck items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
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Thermostat stuck closed Coolant circulation
Damaged fins
Dust contamination or pa-
per clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Water cut valve malfunction Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.), phys-
ical damage
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud —Radiator shroud —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio —
Coolant viscosity —
Poor engine coolant quality —Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolant Engine coolant leaksCooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for da
mage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISCO-9
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Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function —
Overload on engine Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for ex-
tended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system malfunc-
tion
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Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked radiator grille Installed car brassiere
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Mud contamination or paper
clogging
Blocked bumper
Blocked radiator
Blocked condenser
Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom
Check items
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THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPINGCO-23
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Perform when the engine is cold.
2. Disconnect the water cut valve connector.
3. Disconnect the water hoses from the water cut valve.
4. Remove the water cut valve.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
• Place a thread so that it is caught in the valve of the thermostat.
Immerse fully in a container filled with water. Heat while stirring.
• The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the valve opens and falls from the thread.
• Continue heating. Check the full-open lift amount.
• After checking the full-open lift amount, lower the water tempera-
ture and check the valve closing temperature.
Standard values:
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Installation of Thermostat
• Install the thermostat with the whole circumference of each flange
part fit securely inside the rubber ring as shown.
• Install the thermostat with the jiggle valve facing upwards.
Installation of Water Outlet Pipe and Heater Pipe
First apply a neutral detergent to the O- rings, then quickly insert the insertion parts of the water outlet pipe and
heater pipe into the installation holes.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Check for leaks of the engine coolant. Refer to CO-10, "Inspection".
• Start and warm up the engine. Visually check for leaks of the engine coolant.
SLC252B
Thermostat
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84°C (176 - 183 ° F)
Full-open lift amount More than 10 mm/ 95°C (0.39 in/ 203° F)
Valve closing temperature 77°C (171 °F) or higher
KBIA2502E
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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SYSTEMDEF-5
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Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000005146819
Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146820
ALLIA0314ZZ
1. A. Steering column assembly B. BCM M18, M20 (view with instru-
ment panel removed) 2. A/C and AV switch assembly (rear
window defogger switch) M98 3. A. Rear window defogger ground
connector D604
B. Rear window defogger connector
D406
4. IPDM E/R E120, E122, E124 5. Do or mirror (door mirror defogger)
LH D4, RH D107
BCM • Operates the rear window defogger with the operation of rear window defogger switch.
• Performs the timer control of rear window defogger.
Rear window defogger relay • Operates the rear window defogger and the door mirror defogger with the control signal from
BCM.
A/C and AV switch assembly
(rear window defogger switch) • The rear window defogger switch is turned ON.
• Turns the indicator lamp ON when detecting the operation of rear window defogger.
Rear window defogger • Heats the heating wire with the power supply from the rear window defogger relay to prevent
the rear window from fogging up.
Door mirror defogger • Heats the heating wire with the power supply from the heated mirror relay to prevent the door
mirror from fogging up.
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DEF-10
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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146830
Heats the heating wire with the power supply from the rear window defogger relay to prevent the rear window
from fogging up.
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000005146831
1. CHECK REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
Check that the heating wire of rear window defogger is heated when turning the rear window defogger switch
ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Rear window defogger is OK.
NO >> Refer to DEF-10, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000005146832
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to DEF-27, "Wiring Diagram".
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check voltage between rear window defogger connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> GO TO 3
2. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect rear window defogger.
3. Check continuity between rear window defogger connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4
NO >> Repair or replace harness.
3. CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY
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defogger switch Voltage (V)
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Rear window
defogger
connector Te r m i n a l
D406 1 Ground ON Battery voltage
OFF 0
ALLIA0177ZZ
Rear window defogger connector Terminal
GroundContinuity
D604 2 Yes
ALLIA0178ZZ
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DEF-12
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DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER LH
DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER LH
DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146834
Heats the heating wire with the power supply from the rear window defogger relay to prevent the door mirror
from fogging up.
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000005146835
1. CHECK DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER LH
Check that heating wire of door mirror defogger LH is heated when turning the rear window defogger switch
ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Door mirror defogger is OK.
NO >> Refer to DEF-12, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000005146836
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to DEF-27, "Wiring Diagram".
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY
Check if the following fuse in the IPDM E/R is blown.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse.
2. CHECK DOOR MIRROR DE FOGGER POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Check voltage between IPDM E/R connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3
NO >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PCS-35, "
Removal and Installation of IPDM E/R".
3. CHECK DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT 2
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect door mirror LH.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between door mirror LH connector and ground.
COMPONENT PARTS AMPEREFUSE NO.
IPDM E/R 15A43
ConnectorTe r m i n a l
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (-)
E120 23 Ground Rear window defogger
switch ON
Battery voltage
Rear window defogger
switch OFF 0
LIIA2049E
ConnectorTe r m i n a l
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (-)
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