2011 INFINITI QX56 4WD

TOW MODE SWITCHTM-181
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TOW MODE SWITCH
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006226898
NOTE:
Tow mode switch is integrated in to SNOW MODE/T OW MODE/VDC OFF switch assembly (2WD models) or
4WD switch assembly (4WD models).
REMOVAL
1. Remove console finisher assembly from center console assembly. Refer to IP-25, "Removal and Installa-
tion".
2. Disconnect SNOW MODE/TOW MODE /VDC OFF switch assembly (2WD models) or 4WD switch
assembly (4WD models) harness connector.
3. Press SNOW MODE/TOW MODE/VDC OFF switch a ssembly (2WD models) or 4WD switch assembly
(4WD models) fixing pawls, and remove SNOW MO DE/TOW MODE/VDC OFF switch assembly (2WD
models) or 4WD switch assembly (4WD models) from console finisher assembly.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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REAR OIL SEALTM-193
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check A/T fluid leakage. Refer to TM-175, "Inspection".
ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
Adjust A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-95, "Adjustment".
4WD
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REMOVAL
1. Remove transfer assembly from A/T assembly. Refer to DLN-137, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove rear oil seal (1) with a flat-bladed screwdriver (A). CAUTION:
Never scratch adapter case assembly.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
1. A/T 2. Rear oil seal
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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TM-194
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REAR OIL SEAL
 As shown in the figure, use the drift [64 mm (2.52 in) dia. commer-
cial service tool] (A) to drive rear oil seal into adapter case assem-
bly until it is flush.
CAUTION:
 Never reuse rear oil seal.
 Apply ATF to rear oil seal.
4WD : Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006226904
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
Check A/T fluid leakage. Refer to TM-175, "Inspection".
ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
Adjust A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-95, "Adjustment".
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TM-200
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AIR BREATHER HOSE
 To fix A/T air breather hose (1) to the clip (2), face the A/T air
breather hose paint mark (A) upward and observe the installa-
tion position shown in the figure.
4WD
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REMOVAL
1. Separate propeller shaft assembly (front). Refer to DLN-129, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove A/T air breather hose.
3. Remove air breather box from A/T air breather hose.
4. Remove transfer air breather hose. Refer to DLN-121, "
Removal and Installation".
5. Remove clips from bracket.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
 Never bend the A/T air breather hose to prevent damage to the hose.
 Insert A/T air breather hose to air breather tu be all the way to the curve of the tube.
 Install A/T air breather hose to A/T air breather tube so that the paint mark is facing upward.
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1. Air breather cap 2. Clip 3. Bracket
4. A/T assembly 5. A/T air breather hose 6. A/T air breather tube
A. Tightening must be done following the installation procedure. Refer to TM-208, "
4WD : Removal and Installation".
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLYTM-207
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 When installing A/T assembly to the engine, be sure to check dimension “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
 When installing A/T assembly to the engine, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the following standard.
*: Tightening the bolt with bracket (and washer). Refer to TM-199, "2WD : Exploded View".
 Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of the torque converter, and temporarily
tighten the bolts. Then, tighten the bolts with the specified torque.
CAUTION:
 When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
 When tightening the tightening bolts for the torq ue converter after fixing the crankshaft pulley
bolts, be sure to confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to
EM-62, "
Removal and Installation".
 Rotate crankshaft several turns and check to be sure that A/T rotates freely without binding after
converter is installed to drive plate.
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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
 Check A/T fluid leakage. Refer to TM-175, "Inspection".
 Check A/T position after adjusting A/T position. Refer to TM-101, "
Inspection".
ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
 Adjust A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-95, "Adjustment".
 Adjust A/T position. Refer to TM-101, "
Adjustment".
 Perform decel G sensor calibration when replacing A/T assembly. Refer to TM-91, "
Special Repair Require-
ment".
4WD
B: Scale
C : Straightedge
Dimension “A” : Refer to TM-297, "Torque Convert-
er".
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Bolt symbol A
Insertion direction A/T assembly to engine
Number of bolts 9
Bolt length “L”
mm (in) 70 (2.76)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) 113 (12, 83)
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TM-208
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
4WD : Exploded View
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
 When removing the A/T assembly from engine, fi rst remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS)
from the A/T assembly.
 Be careful not to damage sensor edge.
1. Shift the selector lever to “P” pos ition, and release the parking brake.
2. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
3. Remove control cable from A/T assembly. Refer to TM-178, "
Removal and Installation".
4. Disconnect heated oxygen sensor 2 connectors (bank 1 and bank 2). Refer to EX-5, "
Exploded View".
5. Remove exhaust front tube (RH and LH) and main muffler. Refer to EX-5, "
Exploded View".
6. Support A/T assembly with a transmission jack. CAUTION:
When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to allow it to collide against the drain plug and
overflow plug.
7. Remove rear engine mounting cross member and engine mounting insulator (rear).
8. Separate propeller shaft assembly (front). Refer to DLN-129, "
Removal and Installation".
9. Separate propeller shaft assembly (rear). Refer to DLN-137, "
Removal and Installation".
10. Remove front under cover with a power tool. Refer to EXT-25, "
Removal and Installation".
11. Remove front suspension rear cross member.
1. A/T assembly 2. Front suspension rear cross mem- ber3. Rear engine mounting cross
member
4. Engine mounting insulator (rear)
A. Tightening must be done following the installation procedure. Refer to TM-208, "
4WD : Removal and Installation".
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLYTM-209
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12. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS) from A/T assembly. Refer to EM-106, "Exploded View".
CAUTION:
 Never subject it to impact by dropping or hitting it.
 Never disassemble.
 Never allow metal filings, etc. to get on the sensor's front edge magnetic area.
 Never place in an area affected by magnetism.
13. Remove rear plate cover. Refer to EM-54, "
Exploded View".
14. Turn crankshaft, and remove the four tightening bolts for drive plate and torque converter. CAUTION:
When turning the crankshaft, turn it clock wise as viewed from the front of the engine.
15. Remove A/T fluid cooler tube A and D. Refer to TM-202, "
Exploded View".
NOTE:
Cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.
16. Support transfer assembly with a transmission jack.
17. Remove bolts fixing A/T assembly to engine with a power tool.
18. Disconnect connectors from A/T assembly and transfer assembly.
19. Remove harness and brackets from A/T assembly and transfer assembly.
20. Remove A/T assembly with transfer assembly from the vehicle. CAUTION:
 Secure torque converter to prevent it from dropping.
 Secure A/T assembly to a transmission jack.
21. Remove air breather hoses and bracket. Refer to TM-200, "
4WD
: Exploded View" (for A/T) and DLN-121, "Removal and Installa-
tion" (for transfer).
22. Remove manual lever from A/T assembly. Refer to TM-178,
"Exploded View".
23. Remove transfer assembly from A/T assembly with power tool. Refer to DLN-121, "
Removal and Installation".
NOTE:
Cap or plug opening to prevent fluid from spilling.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and Install in the reverse order of removal.
 Check fitting of dowel pin ( ).
 When installing A/T assembly to the engine, be sure to check dimension “A” to ensure it is within the reference value limit.
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B: Scale
C : Straightedge
Dimension “A” : Refer to TM-297, "Torque Convert-
er".
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TM-210
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TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
 When installing A/T assembly to the engine, attach the fixing bolts
in accordance with the following standard.
*: Tightening the bolt with bracket (and washer). Refer to TM-200, "4WD : Exploded View".
 Align the positions of tightening bolts for drive plate with those of the torque converter, and temporarily
tighten the bolts. Then, tighten the bolts with the specified torque.
CAUTION:
 When turning crankshaft, turn it clockwi se as viewed from the front of the engine.
 When tightening the tightening bolts for the torque converter after fixing the crankshaft pulley
bolts, be sure to confirm the tightening torque of the crankshaft pulley mounting bolts. Refer to
EM-62, "
Removal and Installation".
 Rotate crankshaft several turns and check to be sure that A/T rotates freely without binding after
converter is installed to drive plate.
4WD : Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006226912
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
 Check A/T fluid leakage.
 Check A/T position after adjusting A/T position. Refer to TM-101, "
Inspection".
ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
 Adjust A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-95, "Adjustment".
 Adjust A/T position. Refer to TM-101, "
Inspection".
 Perform decel G sensor calibration w hen replacing A/T assembly. Refer to TM-91, "
Special Repair Require-
ment".
Bolt symbol A
Insertion direction A/T assembly to engine
Number of bolts 9
Bolt length “L”
mm (in) 70 (2.76)
Tightening torque
N·m (kg-m, ft-lb) 113 (12, 83)
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