2010 INFINITI QX56 check engine

ENGINE MAINTENANCEMA-25
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• Checking and adjusting plug gap is not required between change
intervals.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Spark Plug Types
CAUTION:
Do not drop or shock spark plug.
EVAP VAPOR LINES
EVAP VAPOR LINES : Checking EVAP Vapor LineINFOID:0000000005259660
1. Visually inspect the EVAP vapor lines for improper attachment, cracks, damage, loose connections, chaf-
ing, or deterioration.
2. Inspect the vacuum relief valve of the fuel tank filler cap for clogging and sticking. Refer to EC-491, "
How
to Detect Fuel Vapor Leakage" .
SMA806CA
Make NGK
Model Standard model
Standard type DILFR5A-11
Gap (Nominal) 1.1 mm (0.043 in)
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• If anything is found, repair or replace damaged parts.
A/T FLUID
A/T FLUID : Checking
the A/T Fluid (ATF)INFOID:0000000005403151
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-9, "
Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Before driving, the A/T fluid level can be checked at A/T fluid temperatures of 30 ° to 50 ° C (86 ° to 122° F) using the “COLD”
range on the A/T fluid level gauge as follows:
a. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
b. Start the engine and move the selector lever through each gear position. Shift the selector lever into the “P” position.
c. Check the A/T fluid level with the engine idling.
d. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint- free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping the A/T fluid from the A/T fluid level gauge,
always use a lint-free paper, not a cloth.
e. Re-insert the A/T fluid level gauge into the A/T fluid charging pipe until the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe
as shown.
CAUTION:
To check A/T fluid level, insert th e A/T fluid level gauge until
the cap contacts the top of the A/T fluid charging pipe, with
the gauge reversed from the normal inserted position.
f. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge and note the A/T fluid level. If the A/T fluid level is at low side of range, add A/T fluid to the
transmission through the A/T fluid charging pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not overfill the tran smission with A/T fluid.
g. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
2. Warm up the engine and transmission.
3. Check for any A/T fluid leaks.
4. Drive the vehicle to increase the A/T fluid temperature to 80 ° C (176 ° F).
SMA211A
LLIA0071E
A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-186, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-188, "Removal
and Installation (4WD)"
SCIA2899E
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A/T FLUID : Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)INFOID:0000000005403152
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to
MA-9, "
Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge.
4. Drain the A/T fluid from the drain plug hole, then install the drain plug with a new gasket. Refill the transmission with new A/T
fluid. Always refill with the same volume as the drained A/T fluid.
Use the A/T fluid level gauge to check the A/T fluid level as
shown. Add A/T fluid as necessary.
• To flush out the old A/T fluid from the transmission o il coolers, pour new A/T fluid into the A/T fluid charg-
ing pipe with the engine idling and at the same time drain the old A/T fluid from the auxiliary transmis-
sion oil cooler hose return line.
• When the color of the A/T fluid coming out of the aux iliary transmission oil cooler hose return line is
about the same as the color of the new A/T fluid, flushing out the old A/T fluid is complete. The amount
of new A/T fluid used for flushing should be 30% to 50% increase of the specified capacity.
CAUTION:
• If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used.
• Using ATF fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration
in driveability and A/T durability, and may damage the A/T, which is not covered by the warranty.
• When filling the transmission with A/T fluid, do not spill the A/T fluid on any heat generating
parts such as the exhaust parts.
• Do not reuse the drain plug gasket.
5. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and tighten t he A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification.
6. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
7. Check the fluid level and condition. If the A/T fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 6.
8. Install the A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe and install the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
9. Tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification. Drain plug : Refer to
TM-192, "
Component".
LLIA0071E
A/T fluid grade and capacity : Refer to MA-13, "Fluids and Lubricants".
A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-186, "
Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-188, "Removal and
Installation (4WD)".
LLIA0071E
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MA-30
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TRANSFER FLUID
TRANSFER FLUID : ReplacementINFOID:0000000005403153
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the transfer fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-9, "
Intro-
duction of Periodic Maintenance".
DRAINING
1. Stop engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket and drain the fluid.
3. Install the drain plug with a new gasket to the transfer. Tighten to
the specified torque. Refer to DLN-142, "
Disassembly and
Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug and gasket.
2. Fill the transfer with new fluid until the fluid level reaches the specified limit near the filler plug hole.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill fluid. (Fil l up for approx. 3 minutes.)
3. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check fluid level again.
4. Install the filler plug with a new gasket to the transfer. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-142, "
Disassembly and
Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
TRANSFER FLUID : InspectionINFOID:0000000005403154
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the transfer fluid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-9, "
Intro-
duction of Periodic Maintenance".
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL
1. Make sure that fluid is not leaking from the transfer assembly or around it.A/T fluid level
gauge bolt
: Refer to
TM-186, "
Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-188, "Removal and
Installation (4WD)".
SDIA3208E
Fluid grade and capacity : Refer to MA-13, "Fluids and
Lubricants".
SDIA3209E
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2. Check fluid level from the filler plug hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking fluid level.
3. Install the filler plug with a new gasket to the transfer. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-142, "
Disassembly and
Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
PROPELLER SHAFT
PROPELLER SHAFT : Checking Propeller ShaftINFOID:0000000005259668
Check the front and rear propeller shafts for damage, dents, and cracks. Check the joints for looseness and
any damage. Repair or replace as necessary.
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Changing Front Differential Gear OilINFOID:0000000005403155
DRAINING
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the drain plug from the front final drive assembly to drain the differential gear oil.
3. Install the drain plug with sealant applied on the thr eads to the front final drive assembly. Tighten to the
specified torque. Refer to DLN-217, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
• Use High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Prod-
ucts and Sealants".
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug from the front final drive assembly.
2. Fill the front final drive assembly with new differential gear oil
until the level reaches the specified level near the filler plug hole.
3. Install the filler plug with sealant applied on the threads to the front final drive assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer
to DLN-217, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
• Use High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Checking Front Differential Gear OilINFOID:0000000005403156
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL LEAKAGE AND LEVEL
1. Make sure that differential gear oil is not leaking from the front final drive assembly or around it.
2. Check the differential gear oil level from the filler plug hole as
shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checki ng differential gear oil level.
3. Install the filler plug with sealant applied on the threads to the front final drive assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer
to DLN-217, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
• Use High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
SDIA3209E
Differential gear oil
grade and capacity : Refer to
MA-13, "Fluids
and Lubricants".
LDIA0176E
LDIA0176E
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DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Changi ng Rear Differential Gear Oil
INFOID:0000000005403157
DRAINING
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the drain plug and gasket from the rear final drive
assembly to drain the differential gear oil.
3. Install the drain plug with a new gasket to the rear final drive assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-253,
"Disassembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
FILLING
1. Remove the filler plug and gasket from the rear final drive assembly.
2. Fill the rear final drive assembly with new differential gear oil until the level reaches the specified level near the filler plug hole.
3. Install the filler plug with a new gasket on it to the rear final drive assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-253,
"Disassembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Checking Rear Differential Gear OilINFOID:0000000005403158
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
1. Make sure that differential gear oil is not leaki ng from the rear final drive assembly or around it.
2. Check the differential gear oil level from the filler plug hole as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checki ng differential gear oil level.
3. Install the filler plug with a new gasket on it to the rear final drive assembly. Tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-253,
"Disassembly and Assembly".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse gasket.
WHEELS
WHEELS : Balancing WheelsINFOID:0000000005403159
Removal
1. Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the wheel. CAUTION:
• Be careful not to scratch the wheel during removal.
• After removing double-faced adh esive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the wheel.
Wheel Balance Adjustment
LLIA0068E
Differential gear oil
grade and capacity: Refer to MA-13, "Fluids and
Lubricants".
LLIA0068E
LLIA0068E
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Wheel balance (Maximum allowable imbalance):
WHEELS : RotationINFOID:0000000005403160
NOTE:
Follow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service intervals. Refer to MA-9, "
Schedule 1" .
1. Rotate the tires on each side from front to back as shown. Do not include the spare tire when rotating the tires.
CAUTION:
When installing wheel s, tighten them diagonally by dividing
the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.
2. Adjust the tire pressure to specification. Refer to WT-52, "
Tire" .
3. After the tire rotation, retighten the wheel nuts after the vehicle has been driven for 1,000 km (600 miles), and also after every
wheel and tire have been installed such as after repairing a flat tire.
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAK S : On Board InspectionINFOID:0000000005403161
LEVEL CHECK
• Make sure the fluid level in reservoir tank is between MAX and MIN
lines as shown.
• Visually check around reservoir tank for fluid leaks.
• If fluid level is excessively low, check brake system for leaks.
• If brake warning lamp remains illuminated after parking brake pedal is released, check brake system for fluid leaks.
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES
BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Ch ecking Brake Line and CablesINFOID:0000000005259676
1. Check the brake lines and hoses for cracks, deterioration, and
other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leaks are visible around the brake line joints,
retighten the joint, or replace damaged parts as necessary.
2. Check for brake fluid leaks by fully depressing brake pedal while engine is running.
DISC BRAKE
Maximum allowable imbalance Dynamic (At rim flange) 5 g (0.18 oz) (one side)
Static
10 g (0.35 oz)
Wheel nut torque : 133 N·m (14 kg-m, 98 ft-lb)
SMA829C
LFIA0225E
SBR389C
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• Check the steering gear housing for looseness, damage and oil
leakage as shown.
• Check the steering column connections for looseness.
STEERING LINKAGE
• Check the ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage, and grease leak-
age.
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINE S : Checking Fluid LevelINFOID:0000000005403166
Check power steering fluid level with engine off, referring to the scale
on reservoir tank.
Use HOT range for fluid temperatures of 50 ° – 80 °C (122 ° – 176 °F).
Use COLD range for fluid temperatures of 0 ° – 30 °C (32° – 86°F).
CAUTION:
• Do not overfill.
• Do not reuse any used power steering fluid.
• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-13, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Checking Fluid LeakageINFOID:0000000005403167
Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment and for
leaks, cracks, damage, loose connec tions, chafing or deterioration.
1. Run engine until fluid temperature reaches 50 ° – 80° C (122° –
176° F) in reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel right-to-left several times.
3. Hold steering wheel at each “lock” position for five seconds to check fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may
be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over tighten con- nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to ST-17
.
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating a leak from the steering gear.
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Chec king Axle and Suspension PartsINFOID:0000000005259684
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.
SGIA0506E
LGIA0021E
SGIA0506E
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