2011 INFINITI QX56 fuel cap

FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FI
LTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006289685
WARNING:
Be sure to read “General Precautions” wh en working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-2, "
General Pre-
cautions".
REMOVAL
1. Check fuel level on a level ground. If the fuel level is 7/8 of the fuel tank (full or nearly full), draw appropri-
ate amount of fuel from the fuel tank.
 In the event of malfunction in fuel pump, insert a hose measuring 20mm (0.79 in) in diameter into the
filler opening to draw approximately 20 liters fuel.
2. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-153, "
Work Procedure".
3. Open fuel filler lid.
4. Open filler cap and release the pressure inside fuel tank.
5. Tilt the second seat toward the front of the vehicle.
6. Peel off floor carpet, then remove inspection hole cover (1) by turning clips (2) clockwise by 90 degrees (b).
1. Lock ring 2. Fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and
fuel pump assembly3. O-ring
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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Guideline : Draw approximately 20 li ters from a full-tank condition.
A : Direction mark
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FUEL TANK
FUEL TANK
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006289688
WARNING:
Be sure to read “General Precautions” when working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-2, "
General Pre-
cautions".
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Perform work on level place.
1. Check fuel level on a level ground. If the fuel level is 7/8 of the fuel tank (full or nearly full), draw appropri-
ate amount of fuel from the fuel tank.
 In the event of malfunction in fuel pump, insert a hose measuring 20mm (0.79 in) in diameter into the
filler opening to draw approximately 20 liters fuel.
2. Perform steps 2 to 7 of “REMOVAL” in “ FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY” on fuel level sensor unit, fuel filter and fuel pump assembly. Refer to FL-5, "
Removal and
Installation".
1. Fuel tank side protector 2. Fuel tank side protector 3. Fuel tank front protector
4. Fuel tank protector 5. Fuel tank mounting band 6. Fuel tank
7. Clamp 8. Vent hose 9. Vent hose
10. Fuel filler tube 11. Grommet 12. Fuel filler cap
13. Fuel filler tube protector 14. Clip 15. Clamp
16. Fuel filler hose 17. Fuel filler tube 18. Fuel filler hose
19. Fuel filler tube protector
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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Guideline : Draw approximately 20 li ters from a full-tank condition.
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Fuel TankINFOID:0000000006289690
Standard and Limit
Fuel tank capacity
Approx. 98.4 (26 US gal)
Fuel recommendation Refer to GI-31, "
Fuel"
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WHEEL ALIGNMENTFSU-7
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WHEEL ALIGNMENT
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DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions.
NOTE:
“Unladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant, and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and
mats are in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY CHECK
Check the following:
 Tires for improper air pressure and wear
 Road wheels for runout: Refer to WT-64, "
Inspection".
 Wheel bearing axial end play: Refer to FA X - 7 , "
Inspection" (2WD), FAX-16, "Inspection" (4WD).
 Lower link and upper link ball joint axial end play: Refer to FSU-15, "
Inspection" and FSU-18, "Inspection".
 Shock absorber operation.
 Each mounting part of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation
 Lower link for cracks, deformation and other damage
 Vehicle height (posture)
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
 A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
- This type of alignment is recomm ended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that t he vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is
centered.
- The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
 Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
- Your alignment equipment should be regularly ca librated in order to give correct information.
- Check with the manufacturer of your specific equi pment for their recommended Service/Calibration Sched-
ule.
ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT:
Use only the alignment specificati ons listed in this Service Manual.
 When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Never use these indicators.
- The alignment specifications programmed into your machine that operate these indicators may not be cor-
rect.
- This may result in an ERROR.
 Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-
pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). Never use this “Rolling Compensation” method.
- Use the “Jacking Compensation Method”. After installi ng the alignment targets or head units, raise the vehi-
cle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.
- See Instructions in the alignment machine you're using for more information on this.
AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006225641
CAMBER, CASTER
1. Adjust with the front/rear side adjusting bolts (1) on the lower link
(2).
2. See the following table for the amount of cam bolt scale move- ment and the variation of camber and caster.
CAUTION:
Align the adjusting bolt cutout with the stamp of lower link
bracket.
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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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MAINTENANCE
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CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE
PREPARATION .............
...............................3
PREPARATION .............................................. .....3
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..........................4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE ........................... .....4
Explanation of General Maintenance .................. ......4
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ................................6
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ......6
Schedule 1 ................................................................6
Schedule 2 ................................................................8
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS ................................................................
10
Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... ....10
Engine Oil Recommendation ..................................10
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio ..........................11
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................12
DRIVE BELTS ....................................................... ....12
DRIVE BELTS : Exploded View ..............................12
DRIVE BELTS : Checking .......................................12
DRIVE BELTS : Tension Adjustment .....................12
ENGINE COOLANT ............................................... ....12
ENGINE COOLANT : Inspection .............................12
ENGINE COOLANT : Draining ................................13
ENGINE COOLANT : Refilling ................................13
ENGINE COOLANT : Flushing ...............................15
RESERVOIR TANK CAP ..........................................15
RESERVOIR TANK CAP : Inspection ................. ....15
RADIATOR ............................................................ ....16
RADIATOR : Inspection ..........................................16
FUEL LINES .......................................................... ....16
FUEL LINES : Inspection ........................................17
AIR CLEANER FILTER ......................................... ....17
AIR CLEANER FILTER : Removal and Installation
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ENGINE OIL ........................................................... ....17
ENGINE OIL : Draining ............................................17
ENGINE OIL : Refilling ............................................17
OIL FILTER ............................................................ ....18
OIL FILTER : Removal and Installation ...................18
SPARK PLUG ........................................................ ....18
SPARK PLUG : Removal and Installation ...............19
SPARK PLUG : Inspection ......................................19
EVAP VAPOR LINES ............................................ ....20
EVAP VAPOR LINES : Inspection ...........................20
CHASSIS MAINTENANCE ...............................21
EXHAUST SYSTEM . ..................................................21
EXHAUST SYSTEM : Inspec tion ............................21
A/T FLUID .............................................................. ....21
A/T FLUID : Inspection ............................................21
TRANSFER FLUID ................................................ ....21
TRANSFER FLUID : Inspection ..............................21
TRANSFER FLUID : Draining .................................21
TRANSFER FLUID : Refilling ..................................22
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P15 ................. ....22
FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P15 : Inspec-
tion ...........................................................................
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REAR PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P26 .................... ....23
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F P26 : Inspection ....23
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT: 2S1410 ................... ....23
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT: 2S1410 : Inspection ....23
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R180A ........ ....24
FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL: R180A : In-
spection ...................................................................
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000006220904
*1: For further details, see “Engine Oil Recommendation”.
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and autom atic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited wa rranty.
*3: DEXRON™ VI type ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through an INFINITI dealer.
*5: Using transfer fluid other t han Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid will damage the transfer , which is not covered by the INFINITI new
vehicle limited warranty. See an INFINITI retailer for recommended transfer fluid.
*6: For hot climates, Viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0 °C (32 °F)
*7: See an INFINITI dealer for service for synthetic oil.
*8: Using Hydraulic Suspen sion fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Susp ension fluid will damage the Hydraulic Suspension,
which is not covered by the INFINITI new vehicle limited warranty. See an INFINITI retailer for recommended hydraulic suspensio n fluid.
*9: The fluid capacity is the reference value.
Engine Oil RecommendationINFOID:0000000006287732
NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conservi ng oil in order to improve fuel economy.
Select only engine oils that meet the American Petroleum Institute (API) certification and International Lubri-
cant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC) ce rtification and SAE viscosity standard. These oils
have the API certification mark on t he front of the container. Oils which do not have the specified quality label
should not be used as they could cause engine damage.
Capacity (Approximate) Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
US measure Imp measure Liter
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter change 6-7/8 qt 5-3/4 qt 6.5
 Engine oil with API Certification Mark
*1
 Viscosity SAE 5W-30
Without oil filter change 6-4/8 qt 5-1/2 qt 6.2
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 8 qt 6-3/4 qt 7.6
Cooling system With reservoir tank 15
-6/8 qt 13-1/8 qt 14.9
Genuine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/
Coolant (blue) or equivalent
Reservoir tank 1 qt 7/8 qt 1.0
Automatic transmission fluid 10-5/8 qt
*98-3/4 qt*910.0*9Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF *2
Power steering fluid 1-1/8 qt 7/8 qt 1.0
Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent*3
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid*4 or equivalent DOT 3 (US FM-
VSS No. 116)
Transfer fluid 3-1/8 pt 2-5/8 pt 1.5 Genuine NISSAN Transfer Fluid for
ATX90A transfer*
5
Differential gear oilFront 1-5/8 pt 1-3/8 pt 0.75
Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid
Super GL-5 80W-90 or API GL-5, Viscosity
SAE 80W-90*
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Rear 3/3/4 pt 3-1/8 pt 1.75Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Synthetic
75W-90 or API GL-5 synthetic gear oil, Vis-
cosity SAE 75W-90*7
Suspension fluid — — —
Genuine NISSAN Hydraulic Suspension
Fluid*8
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (Lithium soap base)
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE
 Pull negative-pressure valve to open it, and check that it closecompletely when released.
- Check that there is no dirt or damage on the valve seat of reservoir
tank cap negative-pressure valve.
- Check that there are no unusualness in the opening and closing conditions of negative-pressure valve.
 Check reservoir tank cap relief pressure.
- When connecting reservoir tank cap to the radiator cap tester (commercial service tool) and the radiator cap tester adapter (com-
mercial service tool) (A), apply engine coolant to the cap seal sur-
face.
 Replace reservoir tank cap if there is an unusualness related to the above three.
CAUTION:
When installing reservoir tank cap, thoroughly wipe out the water inlet filler neck to remove any waxy
residue or foreign material.
RADIATOR
RADIATOR : InspectionINFOID:0000000006394849
Check radiator for mud or clogging. If nec essary, clean radiator as per the following:
 Be careful not to bend or damage radiator fins.
 When radiator is cleaned without removal, remove all surrounding parts such as radiator cooling fan shroud. Then tape harness and connectors to prevent water from entering.
1. Apply water by hose to the back side of the radiator core vertically downward.
2. Apply water again to all radiator core surfaces once per minute.
3. Stop washing if any stains no longer flow out from radiator.
4. Blow air into the back side of radiator core vertically downward.  Use compressed air lower than 490 kPa (4.9 bar, 5 kg/cm
2, 71 psi) and keep distance more than 30 cm
(11.8 in).
5. Blow air again into all the radiator core su rfaces once per minute until no water sprays out.
FUEL LINES
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Standard and limit : Refer to CO-23, "Radiator".
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