2011 INFINITI QX56 check transmission fluid

GI-28
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTIONS
 Before jacking up the vehicle, apply wheel chocks or other tireblocks to the wheels to prevent t he vehicle from moving. After jack-
ing up the vehicle, support the vehicle weight with safety stands at
the points designated for proper lifting before working on the vehi-
cle.
These operations should be done on a level surface.
 When removing a heavy component such as the engine or tran- saxle/transmission, be careful not to lose your balance and drop
them. Also, do not allow them to strike adjacent parts, especially
the brake tubes and master cylinder.
 Before starting repairs which do not require battery power: Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
 If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of
radio and each control unit is erased.
 To prevent serious burns: Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.
 Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in an appropriate manner.
 Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray
and possibly a fire.
 Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent prior to inspection or assembly.
 Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
 Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.
 Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.
 Do not touch the terminals of electrical com ponents which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
 After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, atta ch a tag to indicate the proper connection.
 Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
 Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
 Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recommended special tools where specified for safe and efficient service repairs.
 When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems, check all affected lines for leakage.
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CONTENTS
TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION
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PRECAUTION ................ ...............................
6
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....6
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
6
General Precautions .................................................6
Service Notice or Precaution .....................................7
PREPARATION ............................................8
PREPARATION .............................................. .....8
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......8
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................9
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .............................10
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... ....10
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ...........................................10
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Parts Lo-
cation ................................................................... ....
10
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Descrip-
tion ...................................................................... ....
11
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : TCM .............................12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range
Switch .................................................................. ....
12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor .....12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor ....12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/ T Fluid Temperature
Sensor ................................................................. ....
12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Clutch Solenoid
Valve ................................................................... ....
12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Front Brake Solenoid
Valve ................................................................... ....
12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Direct Clutch Solenoid
Valve ................................................................... ....
12
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : High and Low Reverse
Clutch Solenoid Valve ......................................... ....
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Low Brake Solenoid
Valve .................................................................... ....
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Anti-interlock Solenoid
Valve ........................................................................
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : 2346 Brake Solenoid
Valve ........................................................................
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Torque Converter
Clutch Solenoid Valve ......................................... ....
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid
Valve .................................................................... ....
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Accelerator Pedal Po-
sition Sensor ........................................................ ....
13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Manual Mode Switch ....13
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : To w Mode Switch .........14
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/T CHECK Indicator
Lamp .................................................................... ....
14
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Tow Mode Indicator
Lamp .................................................................... ....
14
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Selector Lever Position
Indicator ............................................................... ....
14
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ................................... ....14
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM : Component Parts
Location ...................................................................
15
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM : Component Descrip-
tion ...........................................................................
15
STRUCTURE AND OPERATION .....................16
TRANSMISSION .................................................... ....16
TRANSMISSION : Cross-Sectional View ................16
TRANSMISSION : System Diagram ........................18
TRANSMISSION : System Description ...................18
TRANSMISSION : Component Description .............41
FLUID COOLER & FLUID WARMER SYSTEM .... ....41
FLUID COOLER & FLUID WARMER SYSTEM :
System Description ..................................................
41
SYSTEM ............................................................44
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................... ....44
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Component Inspection (Shift Lock Solenoid) ........159
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION INDICATOR ..161
Component Function Check ................................ ..161
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................161
Component Inspection (Selector Lever Position
Indicator) ................................................................
163
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................165
SYSTEM SYMPTOM ...................................... .165
Symptom Table ................................................... ..165
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..................... ..175
A/T FLUID ....................................................... .175
Inspection ............................................................ ..175
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..............176
A/T SHIFT SELECTOR ................................... .176
Exploded View ..................................................... ..176
Removal and Installation .......................................176
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................177
CONTROL CABLE ..........................................178
Exploded View ..................................................... ..178
Removal and Installation .......................................178
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................179
SELECTOR LEVER POSITION INDICATOR ..180
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..180
TOW MODE SWITCH ......................................181
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..181
CONTROL VALVE & TCM ..............................182
Exploded View ..................................................... ..182
Removal and Installation .......................................182
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................186
PARKING COMPONENTS ..............................187
2WD ........................................................................ ..187
2WD : Exploded View ............................................187
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................187
2WD : Inspection ...................................................190
REAR OIL SEAL ..............................................192
2WD ........................................................................ ..192
2WD : Exploded View ............................................192
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................192
2WD : Inspection ...................................................193
4WD ........................................................................ ..193
4WD : Exploded View ............................................193
4WD : Removal and Installation ............................193
4WD : Inspection and Adjustment .........................194
OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR .............................195
2WD ........................................................................ ..195
2WD : Exploded View ...........................................195
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................195
2WD : Inspection and Adjustment .........................198
AIR BREATHER HOSE ....................................199
2WD ........................................................................ .199
2WD : Exploded View ...........................................199
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................199
4WD ........................................................................ .200
4WD : Exploded View ...........................................200
4WD : Removal and Installation ............................200
FLUID COOLER SYSTEM ...............................202
Exploded View ..................................................... .202
Removal and Installation .......................................202
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................204
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...205
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ..........................205
2WD ........................................................................ .205
2WD : Exploded View ...........................................205
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................205
2WD : Inspection and Adjustment .........................207
4WD ........................................................................ .207
4WD : Exploded View ...........................................208
4WD : Removal and Installation ............................208
4WD : Inspection and Adjustment .........................210
UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..211
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ..........................211
Exploded View ..................................................... .211
Oil Channel ...........................................................222
Location of Needle Bearings and Bearing Races .222
Location of Snap Rings .........................................225
Disassembly ..........................................................226
Assembly ..............................................................243
Inspection ..............................................................267
OIL PUMP, 2346 BRAKE, FRONT BRAKE
PISTON .............................................................
270
Exploded View ..................................................... .270
Disassembly ..........................................................270
Assembly ..............................................................274
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................277
UNDER DRIVE CARRIER, FRONT BRAKE
HUB ..................................................................
279
Exploded View ..................................................... .279
Disassembly ..........................................................279
Assembly ..............................................................280
Inspection ..............................................................280
FRONT CARRIER, INPUT CLUTCH, REAR
INTERNAL GEAR .............................................
282
Exploded View ..................................................... .282
Disassembly ..........................................................283
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COMPONENT PARTSTM-11
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION > [7AT: RE7R01B]
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NOTE:
The following components are included in the control valve & TCM (17).
TCM
 Input speed sensor 1, 2
 A/T fluid temperature sensor
 Transmission range switch
 Direct clutch solenoid valve
 High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve
 Input clutch solenoid valve
 Front brake solenoid valve
 Low brake solenoid valve
 Anti-interlock solenoid valve
 2346 brake solenoid valve
 Line pressure solenoid valve
 Torque converter clutch solenoid valve
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000006226739
Name Function
TCM TM-12, "
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : TCM"
Transmission range switchTM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range Switch"
Output speed sensor TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor"
Input speed sensor 1
TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor"Input speed sensor 2
A/T fluid temperature sensorTM-12, "
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor"
Input clutch solenoid valve TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Front brake solenoid valve TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Front Brake Solenoid Valve"
Direct clutch solenoid valveTM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Direct Clutch Solenoid Valve"
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valveTM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : High and Low Reverse Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Low brake solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Low Brake Solenoid Valve"
Anti-interlock solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Anti-interlock Solenoid Valve"
2346 brake solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : 2346 Brake Solenoid Valve"
Torque converter clutch solenoid valveTM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Line pressure solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Accelerator pedal position sensor TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor"
Manual mode switch TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Manual Mode Switch"
Tow mode switch TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Tow Mode Switch"
A/T CHECK indicator lampTM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp"
Tow mode indicator lamp* TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Tow Mode Indicator Lamp"
Selector lever position indicator TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Selector Lever Position Indicator"
Stop lamp switch BRC-15, "Stop Lamp Switch"
Yaw rate/side G sensorBRC-15, "Yaw Rate/Side/Decel G sensor"
Starter relay STR-6, "System Description"
ECMEC-35, "ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
BCM BCS-6, "BODY CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
Combination meter MWI-9, "METER SYSTEM : System Description"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) BRC-16, "System Description"
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TM-44
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[7AT: RE7R01B]
SYSTEM
SYSTEM
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : System DiagramINFOID:0000000006226767
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000006226768
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
 The A/T senses vehicle operating conditions through vari
ous sensors or signals. It always controls the opti-
mum shift position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
 Receive input signals transmitted from various switches and sensors.
 Determine required line pressure, shifting point, lock-up operation, etc.
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Sensor (or signal)
⇒TCM function
⇒Actuator
Transmission range switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
Closed throttle position signal
Wide open throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Output speed sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Manual mode switch signal
Stop lamp switch signal
Input speed sensor 1, 2
Yaw rate/side/decel G sensor
Tow mode switch signal Line pressure control (
TM-48
)
Shift change control ( TM-50
)
Shift pattern control ( TM-54
)
Lock-up control ( TM-56
)
Fail-safe control ( TM-45
)
Self-diagnosis ( TM-61
)
CONSULT-III communication line ( TM-61
)
CAN communication line ( TM-103
)Input clutch solenoid valve
Direct clutch solenoid valve
Front brake solenoid valve
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve
Low brake solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch solenoid valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
Anti-interlock solenoid valve
2346 brake solenoid valve
A/T CHECK indicator lamp
Tow mode indicator lamp
Shift position indicator
Back-up lamp relay
Starter relay
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< BASIC INSPECTION >[7AT: RE7R01B]
A/T FLUID
1. Install the O-ring (315268E000) (A) to the charging pipe
(310811EA5A) (B).
2. Start the engine.
3. Make the ATF temperature approximately 40 °C (104 °F).
NOTE:
The ATF level is greatly affected by the temperature. Always
check the ATF temperature on “ATF TEMP 1” of “Data Monitor”
using CONSULT-III.
4. Park vehicle on level surface and set parking brake.
5. Shift the selector lever through each gear position. Leave selec- tor lever in “P” position.
6. Lift up the vehicle.
7. Check the ATF leakage from transmission.
8. Remove overflow plug from oil pan.
9. Install the charging pipe (A) to the overflow plug hole. CAUTION:
Tighten the charging pipe by hand.
10. Install the bucket pump hose (B) to the charging pipe. CAUTION:
Insert the bucket pump hose all the way to the end of the
charging pipe.
11. Fill approximately 0.5 liters (1/2 US qt, 1/2 lmp qt) of the ATF.
12. Check that the ATF leaks when removing the charging pipe and the bucket pump hose. If the A TF does not leak, refill the ATF.
CAUTION:
Perform “Step 12” with the engine at idle.
13. When the ATF starts to drip, tighten the overflow pl ug to the oil pan to the specified torque. Refer to TM-
182, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse overflow plug.
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P0710 TRANSMISSION FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR A
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< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS > [7AT: RE7R01B]
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DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006226806
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
1.PRECONDITIONING
If “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE” is previously c onducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before performing the next test.
>> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK DTC DETECTION
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine.
2. Select “SLCT LVR POSI” and “VHCL/S SE-A/T ” in “Data Monitor” in “TRANSMISSION”.
3. Drive vehicle and maintain the following conditions for 14 minutes or more.
4. Perform “Self Diagnostic Resu lts” in “TRANSMISSION”.
With GST
Follow the procedure “With CONSULT-III”.
Is
“P0710” detected?
YES >> Go to TM-107, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> INSPECTION END
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006226807
1.CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to GI-40, "
Intermittent Incident".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace the control valve & TCM. Refer to TM-182, "Exploded View".
DTC Trouble diagnosis name DTC is detected if... Possible cause
P0710 Transmission Fluid Tempera-
ture Sensor A Circuit TCM judges that the A/T fluid temperature is -40
°C (-40
° F) or less continuously for 5 seconds while driving at 10
km/h (7 MPH) or more.  Harness or connectors
(Sensor circuit is open.)
 A/T fluid temperature sensor
TCM judges that the A/T fluid temperature is 180 °C (356
° F) or more continuously for 5 seconds.  Harness or connectors
(Sensor circuit is short.)
 A/T fluid temperature sensor
TCM judges the following conditions while driving the ve-
hicle at 10 km/h (7 MPH) or more:
 The time required for A/T fluid temperature to rise by 1 °C (1.8 °F) exceeds 14 minutes when A/T fluid tem-
perature is -20 °C (-4 °F) or less.
 The time required for A/T fluid temperature to rise by 1 °C (1.8 °F) exceeds 7 minutes when A/T fluid tem-
perature is between -19 °C (-2 °F) and 0 °C (32 °F).
 The time required for A/T fluid temperature to rise by 1 °C (1.8 °F) exceeds 4 minutes when A/T fluid tem-
perature is between 1 °C (34 °F) and 20 °C (68 °F).  Harness or connectors
(Sensor circuit is stuck.)
 A/T fluid temperature
sensor
SLCT LVR POSI : D
VHCL/S SE-A/T : 10 km/h (7 MPH) or more
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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >[7AT: RE7R01B]
OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR
- Tighten rear extension assembly bolts to the specified torque.
 Refer to the followings when installing oil pan (2) (with oil pan gas-
ket) and clips (1) to transmission case.
CAUTION:
 Never reuse oil pan gasket and oil pan mounting bolts.
 Install oil pan gasket in the di rection to align hole position.
 Install it so that drain plug comes to the position as shown
in the figure.
 Be careful not to pinch harnesses.
 Completely remove all moisture, oil and ol d gasket, etc. from oil pan mounting surface.
- Tighten oil pan mounting bolts to the specified torque in numerical
order shown in the figure after temporarily tightening them. Tighten
necessary oil pan mounting bolts with specified torque.
2WD : Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006228121
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check foreign materials in oil pan to help determine causes of mal-
function. If the ATF is very dark, smells burned, or contains foreign
particles, the frictional material (clutches, band) may need replace-
ment. A tacky film that will not wipe clean indicates varnish build up.
Varnish can cause valves, servo, and clutches to stick and can
inhibit pump pressure.
If frictional material is det ected, perform A/T fluid cooler
cleaning. Refer to TM-97, "
Cleaning".
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check A/T fluid leakage Refer to TM-175, "Inspection".
1: Bracket
A: Bolt
B : Self-sealing bolt
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: Vehicle front
: Oil pan mounting bolt
: Vehicle front
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