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QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral Information
BENGINEEMEngine Mechanical
LUEngine Lubrication System
COEngine Cooling System
ECEngine Control System
FLFuel System
EXExhaust System
STRStarting System
ACCAccelerator Control System
CHYBRIDHBCHybrid Control System
HBBHybrid Battery System
HBRHybrid Brake System
DTRANSMISSION & DRIVE-
LINETMTransaxle & Transmission
DLNDriveline
FAXFront Axle
RAXRear Axle
ESUSPENSIONFSUFront Suspension
RSURear Suspension
SCSSuspension Control System
WTRoad Wheels & Tires
FBRAKESBRBrake System
PBParking Brake System
BRCBrake Control System
GSTEERINGSTSteering System
STCSteering Control System
HRESTRAINTSSBSeat Belt
SBCSeat Belt Control System
SRSRS Airbag
SRCSRS Airbag Control System
IVENTILATION, HEATER &
AIR CONDITIONERVTLVentilation System
HAHeater & Air Conditioning System
HACHeater & Air Conditioning Control System
JBODY INTERIORINTInterior
IPInstrument Panel
SESeat
ADPAutomatic Drive Postioner
APAdjustable Pedal
KBODY EXTERIOR,
DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE
SECURITYDLKDoor & Lock
SECSecurity Control System
GWGlass & Window System
PWCPower Window Control System
RFRoof
EXTExterior
BRMBody Repair Manual
LDRIVER CONTROLSMIRMirrors
EXLExterior Lighting System
INLInterior Lighting System
WWWiper & Washer
DEFDefogger
HRNHorn
MELECTRICAL & POWER
CONTROLPWOPower Outlet
BCSBody Control System
LANLAN System
PCSPower Control System
CHGCharging System
PGPower Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
NDRIVER INFORMATION &
MULTIMEDIAMWIMeter, Warning Lamp & Indicator
WCSWarning Chime System
SNSonar System
AVAudio, Visual & Navigation System
OCRUISE CONTROLCCSCruise Control System
PMAINTENANCEMAMaintenance
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QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX56
Cooling systemWith reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 gal
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 2 1/8 pt 1 3/4 pt
Brake fluid — — —
Brake grease — — —
Multi-purpose grease — — —
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 gal
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz
Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Metric US measure Imp measure

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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
VK56DE
BASIC INSPECTION ....... .............................
8
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ..... .....8
Trouble Diagnosis Introduction ........................... ......8
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ....................13
Basic Inspection .................................................. ....13
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check ....................17
Procedure After Replacing ECM .............................17
VIN Registration ......................................................17
Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning .......18
Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning .................18
Idle Air Volume Learning .........................................18
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ..............................21
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM ........................ ....21
System Diagram .................................................. ....21
Engine Control Component Parts Location .............22
MULTIPORT FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ..... ....28
System Description ............................................. ....28
ELECTRIC IGNITION SYSTEM ..................... ....31
System Description ............................................. ....31
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL ...............32
Input/Output Signal Chart .................................... ....32
System Description .................................................32
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE
(ASCD) ...............................................................
33
System Description ............................................. ....33
Component Description ...........................................34
CAN COMMUNICATION ....................................35
System Description ............................................. ....35
COOLING FAN CONTROL ................................36
Description ..............................................................36
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM ...............37
Description ........................................................... ....37
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL ................40
Description ...............................................................40
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ....41
Introduction ..............................................................41
Two Trip Detection Logic .........................................41
Emission-related Diagnostic Information .................42
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ............................55
OBD System Operation Chart .................................58
CONSULT-III Function (ENGINE) ...........................63
Generic Scan Tool (GST) Function .........................72
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS .........................74
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION
VALUE ...............................................................
74
Description ........................................................... ....74
Testing Condition .....................................................74
Inspection Procedure ...............................................74
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................75
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT ....82
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................82
Ground Inspection ...................................................85
U0101 CAN COMM CIRCUIT ...........................86
Description ...............................................................86
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................86
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................86
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................86
U1001 CAN COMM CIRCUIT ...........................87
Description ...............................................................87
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................87
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................87
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................87
P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL ...........................88
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................88
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AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
Input/Output Signal ChartINFOID:0000000005149066
*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000005149067
This system improves engine operati
on when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned OFF.
• When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
• When cranking the engine.
• At high engine speeds.
• When the engine coolant temperat ure becomes excessively high.
• When operating power steering during low engine speed or low vehicle speed.
• When engine speed is excessively low.
• When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.
Sensor Input Signal to ECMECM functionActuator
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner ON signal*
1
Air conditioner
cut controlAir conditio
ner relay
Accelerator pedal position sensor
Accelerator pedal position
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) Engine speed*
2
Engine coolant temperature sensor
Engine coolant temperature
Battery Battery voltage*
2
Refrigerant pressure sensorRefrigerant pressure
Power steering pressure sensor Power steering operation
Wheel sensor Vehicle speed*
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GENERAL INFORMATION
HOW TO USE THIS MANU AL ......................3
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ....................... .....3
Description .......................................................... ......3
Terms ........................................................................3
Units ..........................................................................3
Contents ....................................................................3
Relation between Illustrations and Descriptions .......4
Components ..............................................................4
HOW TO FOLLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSES .....6
Description ................................................................6
How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnosis ......6
Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Pro-
cedures ............................................................... ......
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HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS ................9
Connector symbols ............................................. ......9
Sample/wiring diagram -example- ...........................10
Description ..............................................................11
ABBREVIATIONS .......................................... ....13
Abbreviation List .................................................. ....13
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD
BOLTS ................................................................
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Tightening Torque Table .........................................14
RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS
AND SEALANTS ............................................ ....
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Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants ....15
TERMINOLOGY .................................................16
SAE J1930 Terminology List ............................... ....16
FEATURES OF NEW MODEL .....................20
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION .....................20
Model Variation ................................................... ....20
Identification Number ..............................................21
Identification Plate ...................................................22
Dimensions .............................................................23
Wheels & Tires .................................................... ....23
PRECAUTION ..............................................24
PRECAUTIONS .................................................24
Description ........................................................... ....24
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 ...................................
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Procedures without Cowl Top Cover .......................25
General Precautions ................................................25
Three Way Catalyst .................................................27
Precaution for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline
Required) .................................................................
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Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control
System .....................................................................
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Hoses ......................................................................27
Engine Oils ..............................................................28
Air Conditioning .......................................................29
LIFTING POINT .................................................30
Pantograph Jack ......................................................30
Garage Jack and Safety Stand ................................30
2-Pole Lift ................................................................30
TOW TRUCK TOWING .....................................32
Tow Truck Towing ...................................................32
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a stuck vehicle) ............33
BASIC INSPECTION ...................................34
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL
INCIDENT ..........................................................
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Work Flow ............................................................ ....34
Control Units and Electrical Parts ............................34
How to Check Terminal ...........................................35
Intermittent Incident ............................................. ....38
Circuit Inspection .....................................................41
CONSULT-III CHECKING SYSTEM .................46
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Identification NumberINFOID:0000000005149584
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ARRANGEMENT
1. Emission control information label 2. F.M.V.S.S. / C.M.V.S.S. certification label3. Tire placard
4. Vehicle identification number plate 5. Air Conditioning label
AWAIA0026GB
Position Character Qualifier Definition
1 5N3 Manufacturer 5N3: USA produced multi-purpose vehicle
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4 Z Engine type Z: VK56DE
5 A Vehicle line A: Infiniti QX56
6 0 Model change (0-9)
7 N Body type N: 4 door wagon
8C Gross vehicle
weight ratingC: 4WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class F (8 Seating Capacity)
D: 2WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class F (8 Seating Capacity)
E: 4WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class F (7 Seating Capacity)
F: 2WD, 4-wheel ABS, Class F (7 Seating Capacity)
9 * Check digit (0 to 9 or X) The code for the check digit is determined by a mathematical com-
putation.
10 A Model year 2010
11 NManufacturing
plant
N: Canton Mississippi
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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:0000000005149598
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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HEATER & AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................3
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 ............................... ......
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Precaution for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a) ......4
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......4
Contaminated Refrigerant .........................................4
General Refrigerant Precaution ................................5
Precaution for Leak Detection Dye ...........................5
A/C Identification Label .............................................5
Precaution for Refrigerant Connection ......................5
Precaution for Service of Compressor ................ ....10
Precaution for Service Equipment ....................... ....10
PREPARATION ...........................................13
PREPARATION .............................................. ....13
Special Service Tool ........................................... ....13
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tool and Equipment ....13
Commercial Service Tool ........................................16
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ..............................17
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM .......................... ....17
Refrigerant Cycle ................................................ ....17
Refrigerant System Protection ................................17
OIL .................................................................. ....19
Maintenance of Oil in Compressor ...................... ....19
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................20
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM .......................... ....20
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ..................20
OIL .................................................................. ....22
Maintenance of Oil Quantity in Compressor ....... ....22
FLUORESCENT LEAK DETECTOR ................24
Checking of Refrigerant Leaks ................................24
Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent
Dye Leak Detector ............................................... ....
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Dye Injection ............................................................24
ELECTRICAL LEAK DETECTOR ....................26
Checking of Refrigerant Leaks ................................26
Electronic Refrigerant Leak Detector ................... ....26
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................29
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM .............................29
Component .......................................................... ....29
COMPRESSOR .................................................31
Removal and Installation for Compressor ...............31
Removal and Installation for Compressor Clutch ....32
LOW-PRESSURE FLEXIBLE HOSE ................36
Removal and Installation for Low-Pressure Flexi-
ble Hose .............................................................. ....
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LOW-PRESSURE PIPE ....................................37
Removal and Installation for Low-Pressure Pipe .....37
Removal and Installation for Rear High- and Low-
Pressure A/C and Heater Core Pipes ......................
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Removal and Installation for Underfloor Rear
High- and Low-Pressure A/C and Heater Core
Pipes ........................................................................
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HIGH-PRESSURE FLEXIBLE HOSE ...............40
Removal and Installation for High-Pressure Flexi-
ble Hose ..................................................................
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HIGH-PRESSURE PIPE ....................................41
Removal and Installation for High-Pressure Pipe ....41
Removal and Installation for Rear High- and Low-
Pressure A/C and Heater Core Pipes .................. ....
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Removal and Installation for Underfloor Rear
High- and Low-Pressure A/C and Heater Core
Pipes ........................................................................
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