2011 INFINITI QX56 warning

LIFTING POINTGI-33
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2-Pole LiftINFOID:0000000006280879
WARNING:
 When lifting the vehicle, open the lift arms as wide as possible and ensure that the front and rear of
the vehicle are well balanced.
 When setting the lift arm, never allow the arm to contact the brake tubes, brake cable, or fuel lines.
A : Garage jack point
B : Safety stand point
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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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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (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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WINDSHIELD GLASS
Removal and Installation
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REMOVAL
1. Remove front pillar garnish (LH and RH). Refer to INT-14, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove partially headlining (front edge). Refer to INT-29, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect inside mirror harness connector.
4. Remove rain sensor cover and then disconnect rain sensor harness connector. Refer to WW-72,
"Removal and Installation".
5. Remove drip molding. Refer to EXT-43, "
Removal and Installation".
6. Remove windshield molding upper using pliers. Refer to GW-11, "
Exploded View".
7. Remove front wiper arm (LH and RH). Refer to WW-66, "
Removal and Installation".
8. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EXT-21, "
Removal and Installation".
9. Remove front fender cover (LH and RH). Refer to EXT-21, "
Exploded View".
10. Disconnect wiper deicer harness connector (with wiper deicer).
11. Remove front pillar finisher (LH and RH). Refer to EXT-40, "
Removal and Installation".
12. Apply protective tape around the windshield glas s to protect the painted surface from damage.
13. Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool (A) and an inflatable pump bag (B).
NOTE:
Mark the body and the glass with matching ma rks if the windshield glass is reused.
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to prevent injury.
CAUTION:
 Never use a cutting knife or power cutting tool when the windshield glass is reused.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
 Never set or stand the glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.
INSTALLATION
 The dam sealant rubber and insulator should be installed in position.
 Use a genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or an equivalent and follow the instructions pro- vided with it.
 Open a door window while the urethane adhesive is curing. This prevents the glass from being forced out by
passenger room air pressure when all door windows are closed.
 The molding must be installed securely so that it is in position and leaves no clearance.
 Inform the customer that the vehicle should rema in stationary until the urethane adhesive has completely
cured (approximately 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.
WARNING:
 Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.
 The materials contained in the ki t are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Never let
them come in contact with the skin and eyes.
 Use in an open, well ventilated location. Never br eathe the vapors. They may be harmful if inhaled.
Move immediately to an area with fresh air if affected by vapor inhalation.
 Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance
of the windshield in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
 Perform adjustment of front wiper arms stop location. Refer to WW-66, "
Adjustment".
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006220817
CAUTION:
Replace the side window glass assembly with a new part after removal as it cannot be reused.
REMOVAL
1. Remove third seat cushion and third seatback assembly. Refer to SE-138, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove luggage side lower finisher. Refer to INT-36, "
LUGGAGE SIDE LOWER FINISHER : Removal
and Installation".
3. Remove rear pillar finisher. Refer to INT-37, "
REAR PILLAR FINISHER : Removal and Installation".
4. Remove back pillar garnish. Refer to INT-37, "
BACK PILLAR GARNISH : Removal and Installation".
5. Remove luggage side upper finisher. Refer to INT-38, "
LUGGAGE SIDE UPPER FINISHER : Removal
and Installation".
6. Disconnect the harness connector from side window glass.
7. Apply protective tape around the side window to protect the painted surface from damage.
8. Remove the side window glass using piano wire. WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to prevent injury.
CAUTION:
 Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
 Never set or stand the glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.
INSTALLATION
 Use a genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or an equivalent and follow the instructions pro- vided with it.
 Open a door window while the urethane adhesive is curing. This prevents the glass from being forced out by
passenger room air pressure when all door windows are closed.
 Inform the customer that the v ehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive has completely
cured (approximately 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.
WARNING:
 Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.
 The materials contained in the ki t are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Never let
them come in contact with the skin and eyes.
 Use in an open, well ventilated location. Never breathe the vapors. They may be harmful if inhaled.
Move immediately to an area with fresh air if affected by vapor inhalation.
 Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance
of the side window in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
 Never use an adhesive which is past its usable term. Shelf life of this product is limited to six months
after the date of manufacture. Carefully adhere to the expiration or manufacture date printed on the
box.
 Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Id eally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.
 Never leave primers or adhesive cartridge un attended with their caps open or off.
 The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive has completely
cured. Curing time varies depe nding on temperature and humidity . The curing time increases under
lower temperature and lower humidity.
InspectionINFOID:0000000006220818
REPAIRING WATER LEAKAGE FOR SIDE WINDOW GLASS
Leakage can be repaired without removing glass.
Determine the extent of leakage if water is leaki ng between the urethane adhesive material and body or glass.
This can be done by applying water to the side window glass area while pushing glass outward.
Apply primer (if necessary) and then urethane adhes ive to the leakage point to stop the leakage.
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3. Remove rear wiper arm. Refer to WW-74, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove rear wiper motor. Refer to WW-76, "
Removal and Installation".
5. Remove back door window glass molding using a pliers. Refer to GW-16, "
Exploded View".
6. Apply protective tape around the back door window gl ass to protect the painted surface from damage.
7. Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool (A) and an inflatable pump bag (B).
NOTE:
Mark the body and the glass with matching ma rks if the back door window glass is reused.
WARNING:
Always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to prevent injury.
CAUTION:
 Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.
 Never set or stand the glass on its edge . Small chips may develop into cracks.
INSTALLATION
 The dam rubber should be installed in position.
 Use a genuine Nissan Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or an equivalent and follow the instructions pro-
vided with it.
 Open a door window while the urethane adhesive is curing. This prevents the glass from being forced out by
passenger compartment air pressure when all door windows are closed.
 Inform the customer that the v ehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive has completely
cured (approximately 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.
WARNING:
 Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.
 The materials contained in the kit are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Never
let them come in contact with the skin and eyes.
 Use in an open, well ventilated location. Never br eathe the vapors. They may be harmful if inhaled.
Move immediately to an area with fresh air if affected by vapor inhalation.
 Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance
of the rear window in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
 Perform adjustment of rear wipe r arm stop location. Refer to WW-74, "
Adjustment".
 Never use an adhesive which is past its usable term. Shelf life of this product is limited to six
months after the date of manufacture. Carefull y adhere to the expiration or manufacture date
printed on the box.
 Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Id eally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.
 Never leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended with their caps open or off.
 The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive has com-
pletely cured. Curing time varies depending on temperature and humidity. The curing time
increases under lower temperature and lower humidity.
 If the substrate of the glass joining surface on th e back door panel side is exploded to the air,
exchange the back door assembly without recoating.
 Never apply paint on the back door panel surface wh ich is in contact with the glass when replacing
the back door assembly.
InspectionINFOID:0000000006220821
REPAIRING WATER LEAKAGE FOR BACK DOOR WINDOW GLASS
Leakage can be repaired without removing the glass.
Determine the extent of leakage if water is leaki ng between the urethane adhesive material and body or glass.
This can be done by applying water to the back door window glass area while pushing glass outward.
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Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (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 whether 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 inoper ative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air ba g inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SRS AIR BAG”.
 Do not use electrical test equipm ent 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 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wh eel 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 both 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 batte ry 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 wil l 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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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button igniti on switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000006276138
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions For Refrigerant System ServiceINFOID:0000000006276139
GENERAL REFRIGERANT PRECAUTION
WARNING:
 Never breathe A/C refrigerant an d lubricant vapor or mist. Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and
throat. Use only approved reco very/recycling equipment to discharge HFC-134a (R-134a) refrigerant.
Ventilate work area before resuming service if acci dental system discharge occurs. Additional health
and safety information may be obtained from refrigerant and lubricant manufacturers.
 Never release refrigerant into the air. Use appro ved recovery/recycling recharging equipment to cap-
ture the refrigerant each time an ai r conditioning system is discharged.
 Wear always eye and hand protection (goggles and gloves) when working with any refrigerant or air
conditioning system.
 Never store or heat refrigerant containers above 52 °C (126 °F).
 Never heat a refrigerant container with an open flame; Place the bottom of the container in a warm
pail of water if container warming is required.
 Never intentionally drop, puncture, or incinerate refrigerant containers.
 Keep refrigerant away from open flames: pois onous gas is produced if refrigerant burns.
 Refrigerant displaces oxygen, therefore be certain to work in well ventilated areas to prevent suffo-
cation.
 Never pressure test or leakage test HFC-134a (R- 134a) service equipment and/or vehicle air condi-
tioning systems with compressed air during repair. Some mixtures of air and HFC-134a (R-134a)
have been shown to be combusti ble at elevated pressures. These mixtures, if ignited, may cause
injury or property damage. Additional health and safety information may be obtained from refriger-
ant manufacturers.
WORKING WITH HFC-134a (R-134a)
CAUTION:
 CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) re frigerant are not compatible. These regrigerants
must never be mixed, even in the smallest amount s. Compressor malfunction is likely occur if the
refrigerants are mixed.
 Use only specified lubricant for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) compo-
nents. Compressor malfunction is likely to occur if lubricant other than that specified is used.
 The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) lu bricant rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The fol-
lowing handling precauti ons must be observed:
- Cap (seal) immediately the compon ent to minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere when
removing refrigerant components from a vehicle.
- Never remove the caps (unseal) until just before co nnecting the components when installing refrig-
erant components to a vehicle. Connect all refr igerant loop components as quickly as possible to
minimize the entry of moisture into system.
- Use only the specified lubricant from a sealed contai ner. Reseal immediately containers of lubricant.
Lubricant becomes moisture saturated and should not be used without proper sealing.
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