2010 INFINITI QX56 fuel

PRECAUTIONSGI-27
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system. The connectors should be disconnected only when working according to the WORK FLOW of
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES in EC and TM sections.
Three Way CatalystINFOID:0000000005149593
If a large amount of unburned fuel flows into the catalyst, the catalyst temperature will be excessively high. To
prevent this, follow the instructions.
• Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously damage the three way catalyst.
• When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine compression, make tests quickly and only when nec-
essary.
• Do not run engine when the fuel tank level is low, otherwise the engine may misfire, causing damage to the
catalyst.
Do not place the vehicle on flammable material. Keep flammable material off the exhaust pipe and the three
way catalyst.
Precaution for Fuel (Unlead ed Premium Gasoline Required)INFOID:0000000005149594
Use unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of at least 91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 96).
If unleaded premium gasoline is not available, unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87
AKI number (Research octane number 91) can be us ed, but only under the following precautions:
• have the fuel tank filled only partially with unleaded regular gasoline, and fill up with unleaded premium gas- oline as soon as possible.
• avoid full throttle driving and abrupt acceleration.
However, for maximum vehicle performance, the u se of unleaded premium gasoline is recommended.
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Usin g leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Using a fuel
other than that specified could adversely affect the emission cont rol devices and systems, and could
also affect the warranty coverage validity.
Multiport Fuel Inje ction System or Engine Control SystemINFOID:0000000005149595
• Before connecting or disconnecting any harness connector for the
multiport fuel injection system or ECM:
Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Otherwise, there may be damage to ECM.
• Before disconnecting pressurized fuel line from fuel pump to injec- tors, be sure to release fuel pressure.
• Be careful not to jar components such as ECM and mass air flow
sensor.
HosesINFOID:0000000005149596
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• To prevent damage to rubber hose, do not pry off rubber hose withtapered tool or screwdriver.
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PRECAUTIONS
• To reinstall the rubber hose securely, make sure that hose insertionlength and orientation is correct. (If tube is equipped with hose
stopper, insert rubber hose into tube until it butts up against hose
stopper.)
HOSE CLAMPING
• If old rubber hose is re-used, install hose clamp in its original posi-tion (at the indentation where the old clamp was). If there is a trace
of tube bulging left on the old rubber hose, align rubber hose at
that position.
• Discard old clamps; replace with new ones.
• After installing plate clamps, apply force to them in the direction of the arrow, tightening rubber hose equally all around.
Engine OilsINFOID:0000000005149597
Prolonged and repeated contact with used engine oil may cause skin cancer. Try to avoid direct skin contact
with used oil.
If skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
HEALTH PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
• Avoid prolonged and repeated contact with oils, particularly used engine oils.
• Wear protective clothing, including impervious gloves where practicable.
• Do not put oily rags in pockets.
• Avoid contaminating clothes, pa rticularly underpants, with oil.
• Heavily soiled clothing and oil-impregnated footwear should not be worn. Overalls must be cleaned regu- larly.
• First aid treatment should be obtained immediately for open cuts and wounds.
• Use barrier creams, applying them before each work period, to help the removal of oil from the skin.
• Wash with soap and water to ensure all oil is removed (skin cleansers and nail brushes will help). Prepara-
tions containing lanolin replace the natural skin oils which have been removed.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene, diesel fuel, gas oil, thinners or solvents for cleaning skin.
• If skin disorders develop, obtain medical advice without delay.
• Where practical, degrease components prior to handling.
• Where there is a risk of eye contact, eye protection should be worn, for example, chemical goggles or face
shields; in addition an eye wash facility should be provided.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION PRECAUTIONS
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LIFTING POINTGI-31
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• When setting the lift arm, do not allow the arm to contact the brake tubes, brake cable, or fuel lines.
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LAN
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMLAN-45
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS > [CAN]
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Engine speed signal
T RRR R R R R R
Engine status signal TR
Fuel consumption monitor signal TR
RT
ICC steering switch signal TR
Malfunction indicator lamp signal T R
Wide open throttle position signal T R
A/T CHECK indicato r lamp signal T R
A/T fluid temperature sensor signal T R
A/T position indicator lamp signal TR RR
A/T self-diagnosis signal R T
Current gear position signal TR R
Input speed signal R TR
Output shaft revolution signal R TR R
P range signal TR R RR
ICC sensor signal T R
Buzzer output signal TR
TR
ICC OD cancel request signal R RT
ICC operation signal R RT
ICC system display signal TR
System setting signal TRT
RTR
A/C switch/indicator signal TR
RT
A/C switch signal RT R
Blower fan motor switch signal RT
Day time running light request signal TR R
Door lock/unlock status signal TR
Door switch signal R R TR R R
Front fog light request signal TR
Front wiper request signal RT R
High beam request signal TR R
Horn chirp signal TR
Ignition switch signal RTR R
Key fob door unlock signal RT
Key fob ID signal RT
Key switch signal RT
Low beam request signal TR
Position light request signal TR R
Rear window defogger switch signal T RR
Sleep wake up signal RT R R
Theft warning horn request signal TR
Signal name/Connecting unit
ECM
TCM
LASER ICC
ADP AV
BCM
HVAC I-KEY M&A
STRG 4WD
ABS
IPDM-E
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CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
NOTE:
CAN data of the air bag diagnosis sensor unit is not us
ed by usual service work, thus it is omitted.
Tire pressure data signal R T
Tire pressure signal R TR
Turn indicator signal TR
Buzzer output signal TR
Door lock/unlock request signal RT
Hazard request signal RT
Hazard warning lamp request signal RT
Ignition knob switch signal RT
KEY warning signal TR
LOCK warning signal TR
Panic alarm request signal RT
Power window open request signal RT
1st position switch signal R T
4th position switch signal R T
Distance to empty signal RT
Fuel level low warning signal RT
Fuel level sensor signal R T
Parking brake switch signal RT
Seat belt buckle switch signal RT
Stop lamp switch signal R T
Tow mode switch signal R T
Vehicle speed signal RRR RRR R T
RRRT
Steering angle sensor signal TR
ABS malfunction signal RT
ABS warning lamp signal RT
Brake pressure sensor signal RT
Brake warning lamp signal RT
SLIP indicator lamp signal RT
TCS malfunction signal RT
VDC malfunction signal RT
VDC OFF indicator lamp signal RRT
VDC operation signal RT
Front wiper stop position signal RT
High beam status signal R T
Hood switch signal RT
Low beam status signal R T
Rear window defogger control signal R RT
Signal name/Connecting unit
ECM
TCM
LASER ICC
ADP
AV
BCM
HVAC I-KEY M&A
STRG 4WDABS
IPDM-E
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MA-1
MAINTENANCE
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CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE
PRECAUTION .......
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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
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................6
GENERAL MAINTE NANCE ........................... .....6
General Maintenance .......................................... ......6
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................................9
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ......9
Maintenance for Off-road Driving (4WD only) ...........9
Schedule 1 ................................................................9
Schedule 2 ..............................................................11
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS ................................................................
13
Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... ....13
Engine Oil Recommendation ..................................14
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................15
DRIVE BELTS ....................................................... ....15
DRIVE BELTS : Exploded View ..............................15
DRIVE BELTS : Checking Drive Belts ....................15
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ....15
ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection .............................15
ENGINE COOLANT : Changing Engine Coolant ....17
FUEL LINES .......................................................... ....19
FUEL LINES : Checking Fuel Line ..........................19
FUEL FILTER ......................................................... ....19
FUEL FILTER : Changing Fuel Filter .......................19
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................... ....19
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Exploded View ................20
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Removal and Installation
(Viscous paper type) ................................................
20
ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ....20
ENGINE OIL : Inspection .........................................20
ENGINE OIL : Changing Engine Oil ........................22
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ....22
OIL FILTER : Removal and Installation ...................22
SPARK PLUG ........................................................ ....23
SPARK PLUG : Exploded View ...............................24
SPARK PLUG : Removal and Installation ...............24
EVAP VAPOR LINES ............................................ ....25
EVAP VAPOR LINES : Checking EVAP Vapor
Line ..........................................................................
25
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ...........26
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER ...................................... ....26
IN-CABIN MICROFILTER : Removal and Installa-
tion ....................................................................... ....
26
EXHAUST SYSTEM ...................................................26
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Checking Exhaust System ....26
A/T FLUID .............................................................. ....27
A/T FLUID : Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF) ..............27
A/T FLUID : Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF) ..............29
TRANSFER FLUID ................................................ ....30
TRANSFER FLUID : Replacement ..........................30
TRANSFER FLUID : Inspection ..............................30
PROPELLER SHAFT ............................................. ....31
PROPELLER SHAFT : Checking Propeller Shaft ....31
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ................................... ....31
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GENERAL MAINTENANCEMA-7
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UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically (e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel).
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. MA-39, "SEAT BELT,
BUCKLES, RETRAC-
TORS, ANCHORS AND
ADJUSTERS : Checking
Seat Belts, Buckles, Re-
tractors, Anchors and
Adjusters"
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure the pedal does not catch
or require uneven effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. ACC-6, "Accelerator
Control"
Brakes
Check that the brake does not pull the vehicle to one side when applied. —
Brake pedal and
booster Check the pedal for smooth operation and make sure it has the proper distance
under it when depressed fully. Check the brake booster function. Be sure to keep
the floor mats away from the pedal. BR-15, "
Inspection and
Adjustment", BR-10, "In-
spection"
Parking brake
Check that the lever or the pedal has the proper travel and make sure that the
vehicle is held securely on a fairly steep hill when only the parking brake is ap-
plied. PB-5, "On-Vehicle Ser-
vice"
Automatic transmis-
sion “Park” mecha-
nismCheck that the lock release button on the selector lever operates properly and
smoothly. On a fairly steep hill check that the vehicle is held securely with the se-
lector lever in the P position without applying the brakes.
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Windshield washer
fluid Check that there is adequate fluid in the tank.
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Engine coolant level Check the coolant level when the engine is cold. CO-10, "
Inspection"
Radiator and hosesCheck the front of the radiator and clean off any dirt, insects, leaves, etc., that
may have accumulated. Make sure the hoses have no cracks, deformation, de-
terioration or loose connections. —
Brake fluid level Make sure that the brake fluid level is between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines on the
reservoir. MA-34, "
BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL AND LEAKS : On
Board Inspection"
Battery
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines.
Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under severe conditions require fre-
quent checks of the battery fluid level. —
Engine drive belt Make sure that no belt is frayed, worn, cracked or oily. MA-15, "
DRIVE BELTS :
Checking Drive Belts"
Engine oil levelCheck the level on the oil level gauge after parking the vehicle on a level spot and
turning off the engine. LU-8, "Inspection"
Power steering fluid
level and lines
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine off. Check the lines for improper
attachment, leaks, cracks, etc. MA-37, "POWER
STEERING FLUID AND
LINES : Checking Fluid
Level"
Automatic transmis-
sion fluid level
Check the level on the fluid level gauge after putting the selector lever in “P” with
the engine idling. MA-27, "A/T FLUID :
Checking the A/T Fluid
(ATF)"
Exhaust system
Make sure there are no loose supports, cracks or holes. If the sound of the ex-
haust seems unusual or there is a smell of exhaust fumes, immediately locate
the trouble and correct it. MA-26, "EXHAUST SYS-
TEM : Checking Exhaust
System"
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
UnderbodyThe underbody is frequently exposed to corrosive substances such as those
used on icy roads or to control dust. It is very important to remove these sub-
stances, otherwise rust will form on the floor pan, frame, fuel lines and around the
exhaust system. At the end of winter, the underbody should be thoroughly
flushed with plain water, being careful to clean those areas where mud and dirt
can easily accumulate. —
Fluid leaks Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other fluid leaks after the vehicle
has been parked for a while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after use is
normal. If you should notice any leaks or gasoline fumes are evident, check for
the cause and correct it immediately. —
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