2011 INFINITI QX56 4WD

FSU-10
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
FRONT COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
CAUTION:
The shock absorber assembly cannot be disassembled.
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REMOVAL
1. Reduce system pressure. (With HBMC) Refer to SCS-18, "Work Procedure".
CAUTION:
Inadvertent piping removal causes fluid to splatter.
2. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-64, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove brake hose bracket from steering knuckle. Refer to BR-23, "
FRONT : Removal and Installation".
4. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer to BR-37, "
BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
5. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FA X - 8 , "
Removal and Installation" (2WD), FAX-18, "Removal and Installation"
(4WD).
6. Remove wheel sensor and harness connector. Refer to BRC-134, "
FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal
and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
7. Remove steering outer socket fr om steering knuckle. Refer to ST-42, "
Removal and Installation".
8. Remove height sensor from upper link (right side). Refer to EXL-136, "
Removal and Installation".
9. Set suitable jack under lower link.
10. Remove stabilizer connecting rod from lower link. (Without HBMC) Refer to FSU-20, "
Removal and Instal-
lation".
11. Separate upper link from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-17, "
Removal and Installation".
1. Shock absorber assembly 2. Lower link
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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FRONT COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBERFSU-11
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12. Separate drive shaft from steering knuckle. (4WD) Refer to FAX-22, "Removal and Installation".
13. Remove front tube assembly A and front tube asse mbly B from shock absorber. (With HBMC) Refer to
SCS-32, "
FRONT TUBE ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
14. Remove shock absorber.
15. Perform inspection after removal. (With HBMC) Refer to FSU-12, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
 Never tap on the ball joint cap of the stabilizer connecting rod with a hammer or a similar item when inserting
the stabilizer connecting rod into the lower link. (Without HBMC)
 Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the shock absorber lower side (rubber bushing), under unladen
conditions with tires on level ground.
 Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FSU-12, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
 Perform adjustment after installation. (With HBMC) Refer to FSU-12, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
 After replacing the shock absorber, always follow the disposal procedure to discard the shock absorber.
Refer to FSU-13, "
Disposal".
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000006273960
CAUTION:
The shock absorber assembly can not be disassembled. (With HBMC)
DISASSEMBLY (WITHOUT HBMC)
CAUTION:
Never damage shock absorber piston rod wh en removing components from shock absorber.
1. Install shock absorber attachment [SST: ST35652000 ( −)]
(A) to shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
CAUTION:
When installing the shock ab sorber attachment to shock
absorber, wrap a shop cloth around shock absorber to pro-
tect it from damage.
2. Using a spring compressor (commercial service tool) (A), com- press coil spring between rubber seat and shock absorber until
coil spring with a spring compressor is free.
CAUTION:
Be sure a spring compresso r is securely attached coil
spring. Compress coil spring
3. Check coil spring with a spring compressor between rubber seat and shock absorber is free. And then remove piston rod lock nut
while securing the piston rod tip so that piston rod does not turn.
4. Remove washer, bushings, shock absorber mounting bracket, tube, rubber seat, bound bumper cover, dust cover from shock
absorber.
5. After removing coil spring with a spring compressor, then gradually release a spring compressor. CAUTION:
Loosen while making sure coil spri ng attachment position does not move.
6. Remove the shock absorber at tachment from shock absorber.
7. Perform inspection after disassembly. Refer to FSU-12, "
Inspection and Adjustment".
ASSEMBLY (WITHOUT HBMC)
1. Install shock absorber attachment [SST: ST35652000 ( −)] to shock absorber and secure it in a vise.
CAUTION:
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FSU-14
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LOWER LINK
LOWER LINK
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-64, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove brake hose bracket from steering knuckle. Refer to BR-23, "
FRONT : Removal and Installation".
3. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer to BR-37, "
BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FA X - 8 , "
Removal and Installation" (2WD), FAX-18, "Removal and Installation"
(4WD).
5. Remove wheel sensor and harness connector. Refer to BRC-134, "
FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal
and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
6. Remove steering outer socket fr om steering knuckle. Refer to ST-42, "
Removal and Installation".
7. Remove height sensor from upper link (right side). Refer to EXL-136, "
Removal and Installation".
8. Set suitable jack under lower link.
9. Remove stabilizer connecting rod from lower link. (Without HBMC) Refer to FSU-20, "
Removal and Instal-
lation".
10. Remove shock absorber mounting bolt from lower link.
11. Separate upper link from steering knuckle. Refer to FSU-17, "
Removal and Installation".
1. Upper link 2. Eccentric disc 3. Lower link
4. Bump rubber 5. Adjusting bolt
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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LOWER LINKFSU-15
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12. Separate drive shaft from steering knuckle. (4WD) Refer to FAX-22, "Removal and Installation".
13. Remove lower link from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 8 , "
Removal and Installation" (2WD), FAX-18,
"Removal and Installation" (4WD).
14. Remove protector A. (With HBMC) Refer to SCS-32, "
FRONT TUBE ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installa-
tion".
15. Remove bracket. (With HBMC) Refer to SCS-32, "
FRONT TUBE ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
16. Remove adjusting bolts, nuts, eccentric discs, stopper rubber, and lower link from vehicle.
17. Remove bump rubber from lower link.
18. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FSU-15, "
Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
 Protrusion (A) of bumper rubber (1) shall be installed securely to
hole of lower link (2).
 Never tap on the ball joint cap of the stabilizer connecting rod with a hammer or a similar item when inserting the stabilizer connecting
rod into the lower link. (Without HBMC)
 Perform final tightening of bolts and nuts at the front suspension member installation and shock absorber lower side (rubber bush-
ing), under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.
 Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FSU-15, "
Inspection".
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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Appearance
Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.
 Lower link and bushing for deformation, cracks or damage.
 Ball joint boot for cracks or other damage, and also for grease leakage.
Ball Joint Inspection
Manually move ball stud to confirm it moves smoothly with no binding.
Swing Torque Inspection
1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Hook a spring balance (A) at groove. Confirm spring balance
measurement value is within specifications when ball stud
begins moving.
 If swing torque exceeds standard range, replace lower link assem- bly.
Rotating Torque Inspection
1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
2. Check that rotating torque is within specifications.
 If rotating torque exceeds standard range, replace lower link assembly.
Axial End Play Inspection
1. Move the ball joint at least ten times by hand to check for smooth movement.
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Swing toque : Refer to FSU-21, "Ball Joint".
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Rotating toque : Refer to FSU-21, "Ball Joint".
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UPPER LINKFSU-17
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UPPER LINK
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REMOVAL
1. Remove tires with power tool. Refer to WT-64, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove brake hose bracket from steering knuckle. Refer to BR-23, "
FRONT : Removal and Installation".
3. Remove caliper assembly mounting bolts. Hang caliper assembly in a place where it will not interfere with work. Refer to BR-37, "
BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never depress brake pedal while brake caliper is removed.
4. Remove disc rotor. Refer to FA X - 8 , "
Removal and Installation" (2WD), FAX-18, "Removal and Installation"
(4WD).
5. Remove wheel sensor and harness connector. Refer to BRC-134, "
FRONT WHEEL SENSOR : Removal
and Installation".
CAUTION:
Never pull on wheel sensor harness.
6. Remove height sensor from upper link (right side). Refer to EXL-136, "
Removal and Installation".
7. Set suitable jack under lower link.
8. Separate upper link from steering knuckle. Refer to FA X - 8 , "
Removal and Installation" (2WD), FAX-18,
"Removal and Installation" (4WD).
9. Remove upper link mounting bolts, nuts, and upper link from vehicle.
10. Perform inspection after removal. Refer to FSU-18, "
Inspection".
1. Upper link 2. Eccentric disc 3. Lower link
4. Bump rubber 5. Adjusting bolt
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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GI-18
< HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL >
ABBREVIATIONS
2
3
4
5
6
7
121st range second gear
1GR First gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 2
12nd range first gear
2
22nd range second gear
2GR Second gear
2WD 2-Wheel Drive
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 3GR Third gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 4GR Fourth gear
4WAS Four wheel active steer 4WD Four wheel drive
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 5GR Fifth gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 6GR Sixth gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION 7GR Seventh gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATIONGI-23
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
Model VariationINFOID:0000000006280861
Model variation code (Prefix and suffix designations)
Information About Identification or Model CodeINFOID:0000000006280862
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Destination Body Transmission Engine Axle Grade Model
USA Wagon 7A/T VK56VD 4WD
LE
JPKNLHL-EU7
JPKNLHL-EU8
Premium JPKNLJL-EU7
JPKNLJL-EU8
2WD LE
JPKALHL-EU7
JPKALHL-EU8
Premium JPKALJL-EU7
JPKALJL-EU8
CANADA 4WD LE JPKNLHL-EN7
JPKNLHL-EN8
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GI-34
< PRECAUTION >
TOW TRUCK TOWING
TOW TRUCK TOWING
Tow Truck TowingINFOID:0000000006280880
CAUTION:
 All applicable local laws regarding the towing operation must be obeyed.
 It is necessary to use proper towi ng equipment to avoid possible damage to the vehicle during tow-
ing operation. To wing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.
 Always attach safety chains before towing.
 When towing, check that the transmission, steering syst em and powertrain are in good order. If any
unit is damaged, dollies must be used.
 Never tow automatic transmission model from the rear (that is backward) with four wheels on the
ground. This may cause serious and exp ensive damage to the transmission.
4WD MODELS
NISSAN recommends that a dolly be used as illustrated when towing 4WD models.
CAUTION:
Never tow 4WD models with any of the wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive
damage to the powertrain.
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a Stuck Vehicle)INFOID:0000000006280881
FREEING TRAPPED VEHICLE
WARNING:
 Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.
 Never allow anyone to stand near the towing line during the pulling operation.
 Never spin your tires at high sp eed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury.
Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged.
CAUTION:
 Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the vehicle recovery hooks or main structural mem-
bers of the vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.
 Never use the vehicle tie downs to free a vehicle st uck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never tow the vehi-
cle using the vehicle tie downs or recovery hooks.
 Always pull the cable straight out from the front of the vehicle. Never pull on the hook at an angle.
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