2011 INFINITI QX56 maintenance

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Removal and Installation .....................................
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SIDE OIL SEAL ................................................160
Exploded View .................................................... ..160
Removal and Installation .......................................160
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ....162
FRONT FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY ............... ..162
Exploded View .................................................... ..162
Removal and Installation .......................................162
UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..164
SIDE SHAFT ................................................... ..164
Exploded View .................................................... ..164
Disassembly ..........................................................165
Assembly ...............................................................166
Inspection ..............................................................166
DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY ...........................167
Exploded View .................................................... ..167
Disassembly ..........................................................168
Assembly ...............................................................169
Adjustment ............................................................171
Inspection ..............................................................174
DRIVE PINION ..................................................176
Exploded View .................................................... ..176
Disassembly ..........................................................177
Assembly ...............................................................179
Adjustment ............................................................181
Inspection ..............................................................184
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ......... ................................. ................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
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General Specifications ........................................ ..185
Drive Gear Runout ................................................185
Preload Torque .....................................................185
Backlash ................................................................185
Companion Flange Runout ...................................185
REAR FINAL DRIVE: R230
PRECAUTION ................ ............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..186
Service Notice or Precautions for Rear Final Drive ..186
PREPARATION .........................................187
PREPARATION .............................................. ..187
Special Service Tool ........................................... ..187
Commercial Service Tool ......................................189
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ...........................191
STRUCTURE AND OPERATION ...................191
Sectional View ..................................................... ..191
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................192
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .........................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..192
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ......................193
REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL .................193
Inspection ............................................................ ..193
Draining .................................................................193
Refilling ..................................................................193
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............194
FRONT OIL SEAL ...........................................194
Exploded View ..................................................... ..194
Removal and Installation .......................................194
SIDE OIL SEAL ...............................................199
Exploded View .......................................................199
Removal and Installation .......................................199
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ....201
REAR FINAL DRIVE .......................................201
Exploded View ..................................................... ..201
Removal and Installation .......................................201
UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..203
DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY ..........................203
Exploded View ..................................................... ..203
Disassembly ..........................................................204
Assembly ...............................................................206
Adjustment .............................................................210
Inspection ..............................................................215
DRIVE PINION ................................................216
Exploded View .......................................................216
Disassembly ..........................................................217
Assembly ...............................................................218
Adjustment .............................................................220
Inspection ..............................................................220
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ...........................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..222
Drive Gear Runout .................................................222
Side Gear Clearance .............................................222
Preload Torque ......................................................222
Backlash ................................................................222
Companion Flange Runout ....................................222
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DLN-6
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint S
ystem (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISS AN/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SRS AIR BAG”.
 Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
 When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s)
with a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly
causing serious injury.
 When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
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NOTE:
 Before removing and installing any control units, first tu rn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect bot h battery cables.
 After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
 Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnos is according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the bat tery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro-
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. (At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock wi ll remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE >[TRANSFER: ATX90A]
TRANSFER FLUID
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
TRANSFER FLUID
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FLUID LEAKAGE
Check transfer surrounding area (oil seal, drain plug, and filler plug etc.) for fluid leakage.
FLUID LEVEL
1. Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then check that fluid is filled
up from mounting hole for the filler plug.
CAUTION:
Never start engine whil e checking fluid level.
2. Set a new gasket onto filler plug (1), and install it on transfer and then tighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222325
1. Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer unit sufficiently.
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the drain plug (1) and drain transfer fluid.
4. Set a new gasket onto drain plug (1), and install it to transfer andtighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill up with new transfer fluid up to mount-ing hole for the filler plug.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the fluid. (Fill up for approximately 3 minutes.)
2. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check the fluid level again.
3. Set a new gasket onto filler plug, and install it on transfer and tighten to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
4. Perform learning of transfer fluid viscosity. Refer to DLN-47, "
Work Procedure".
Specified torque : 33 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
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Specified torque : 33 N-m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
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Fluid grade and Viscosity : Refer to
MA-10, "Fluids
and Lubricants".
Fluid capacity : Refer to DLN-124, "
Gen-
eral Specifications".
Specified torque : 33 N-m (3.4 kg-m, 24 ft-lb)
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FRONT PROPELLER SHAFTDLN-127
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FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT
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NOISE
Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cr acks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
VIBRATION
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout
first.
1. With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with
hands.
2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90, 180, 270 degrees and install propeller
shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds spec ifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
RUNOUT MEASURING POINT
Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point “ ”).
: Vehicle front
Propeller shaft runout : Refer to DLN-133, "Pro-
peller Shaft Runout".LDIA0160E
: Vehicle front
Dimension
A : 80 – 100 mm (3.15 – 3.94 in)
B : 100 – 120 mm (3.94 – 4.72 in)
C : 254.5 mm (10.02 in)
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REAR PROPELLER SHAFTDLN-135
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REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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NOISE
Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cr acks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
VIBRATION
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout
first.
1. With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with
hands.
2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90, 180, 270 degrees and install propeller
shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds spec ifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
RUNOUT MEASURING POINT
Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point “ ”).
: Vehicle front
Propeller shaft runout : Refer to DLN-147, "Pro-
peller Shaft Runout".LDIA0161E
: Vehicle front
Dimension
A : 120 – 150 mm (4.72 – 5.91 in)
B : 150 – 180 mm (5.91 – 7.09 in)
C : 703.5 mm (27.70 in)
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REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
REAR PROPELLER SHAFT
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NOISE
Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cr
acks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
VIBRATION
If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout
first.
1. With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout
measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with
hands.
2. If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at final drive companion flange; then rotate companion flange 90,
180, 270 degrees and install propeller shaft.
3. Check runout again. If runout still exceeds specifications, replace propeller shaft assembly.
4. Check the vibration by driving vehicle.
RUNOUT MEASURING POINT
Propeller shaft runout measuring range. Propeller shaft runout : Refer to
DLN-147, "
Pro-
peller Shaft Runout".
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: Vehicle front
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FRONT DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OILDLN-155
< PERIODIC MAINTENANCE > [FRONT FINAL DRIVE: R180A]
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OIL LEAKAGE
Check that oil is not leaking from the front final drive assembly or around it.
OIL LEVEL
 Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting
hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
 Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-167, "
Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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1. Stop engine.
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem- bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-167,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-167,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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Oil grade and Viscosity : Refer to MA-10, "Fluids
and Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to DLN-185, "
Gen-
eral Specifications".
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OILDLN-193
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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL
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OIL LEAKAGE
Check that differential gear oil is not leaking fr om the rear final drive assembly or around it.
OIL LEVEL
 Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting
hole as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Never start engine while checking oil level.
 Set a gasket on filler plug (1) and install it on final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-203, "
Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222412
1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.
3. Set a gasket on drain plug (1) and install it to final drive assem- bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
RefillingINFOID:0000000006222413
1. Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.
2. After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a gasket to filler plug (1), then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to DLN-203,
"Exploded View".
CAUTION:
Never reuse gasket.
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Oil grade and viscosity : Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and
Lubricants".
Oil capacity : Refer to DLN-222, "
General
Specification".
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