2011 INFINITI QX56 check engine

AV-6
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
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 for Trouble DiagnosisINFOID:0000000006216211
AV COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
 Do not apply voltage of 7.0 V or higher to the measurement terminals.
 Use the tester with its open terminal voltage being 7.0 V or less.
 Be sure to turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal before
checking the circuit.
Precaution for Harness RepairINFOID:0000000006216212
AV COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
 Solder the repaired parts, and wrap with tape. [Frays of twisted line must be within 110 mm (4.33 in).]
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AV
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (AV CONTROL UNIT)AV-29
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METHOD OF STARTING
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the audio system OFF.
3. While pressing the “SETTING” button, turn the volume control dial clockwise or counterclockwise for 40 clicks or more. (When
the self-diagnosis mode is start ed, the trouble diagnosis initial
screen is displayed.)
 Shifting from current screen to previous screen is performed
by pressing “BACK” button.
Confirmation/
Adjustment Display Diagnosis
The following check functions are available: color tone check by color
bar display and white display, light and shade check by gray scale dis-
play and touch panel calibration response check.
Vehicle Signals Diagnosis of signals can be performed for vehicle speed, parking brake,
lights, ignition, reverse, side view switch and room lamp.
Speaker Test The connection of a speaker can be confirmed by test tone.
Navigation Steering Angle Ad-
justment
When there is a difference between the actual turning angle and the ve-
hicle mark turning angle, it can be adjusted.
Speed Calibration When there is a difference between the current location mark and the ac-
tual location, it can be adjusted.
Error History The system malfunction and the frequency when occurring in the past
are displayed. When the malfunctioning item is selected, the time and
place that the selected malfunction last occurred are displayed.
Synchronizer FES Clock –
Vehicle CAN Diagnosis The transmitting/receiving of CAN communication can be monitored.
AV COMM Diagnosis The communication condition of each unit of Multi AV system can be
monitored.
Handsfree Phone The received volume adjustment of hands-free phone, microphone
speaker check, and erase memory can be performed.
Camera It can perform the confirmation of a signal connection to around view
monitor control unit, the calibration
of each camera, Correct Draw Line
of Camera Image, and Fine Tuning of Birds-Eye View.
XM XM NaviTrffic Change Channel
 Any necessary channels required to receive traffic information from the satellite radio system can be set.
Change Application ID
 Any application ID'-s required to receive traffic information from the satellite radio system can be set.
XM NavWeather
XM CGS
Diag
Delete Unit Connection Log Erase the connection history of unit and error history.
Initialize Settings Initializes the AV control unit memory.
Version Information Version information of the AV control unit is displayed. Mode Description
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AV-208
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION
RELATED TO AUDIO
 The majority of the audio malfunctions are the result of outside causes (bad CD, electromagnetic interfer-
ence, etc.). Check the symptoms below to diagnose the malfunction.
 The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and oper-
ation of each piece of electrical equipment, and then determine the cause.
NOTE:
 CD-R is not guaranteed to play because they can c ontain compressed audio (MP3, WMA, AAC, M4A) or
could be incorrectly mastered by the customer on a computer.
 Check if the CDs carry the Compact Disc Logo. If not, the disc is not mastered to the “red book” Compact
Disc Standard and may not play.
Noise resulting from variations in field strength, such as fading noise and multi-path noise, or external noise from trains and other
sources, is not a malfunction.
NOTE:
 Fading noise: This noise occurs because of variations in the field strength in a narrow range due to mountains or buildings bl ocking
the signal.
 Multi-path noise: This noise results from a time difference between the broadcast waves directly from the station arriving at the
antenna and the waves reflected by mountains or buildings.
RELATED TO DVD
The system consistently selects
the wrong voicetag 1. Ensure that the phone book entry name requested matches what was originally stored. This
can be confirmed by using the “List Names” command.
2. Replace one of the names being confused with a new name.
Symptom Solution
Symptom Cause and Counter measure
Cannot play Check if the CD was
inserted correctly.
Check if the CD is scratched or dirty.
Check if there is condensation inside the player, and if there is, wait until the condensation is gone
(about 1 hour) before using the player.
If there is a temperature increase error, the player will play correctly after it returns to the normal
temperature.
If there is a mixture of music CD files (CD-DA data) and MP3/WMA/AAC/M4A files on a CD, only
the music CD files (CD-DA data) will be played.
Files with extensions other than “.MP3”, “.WMA”, “AAC”, “.M4A”, “.mp3”, “.wma”, “.aac” or “.m4a”
cannot be played. In addition, the character codes and number of characters for folder names and
file names should be in compliance with the specifications.
Check if the disc or the file is generated in an irregular format, This may occur depending on the
variation or the setting of MP3/WMA/AAC/M4A writing applications or other text editing applica-
tions.
Check if the finalization process, such as session close and disc close, is done for the disc.
Check if the CD is protected by copyright.
Disks recorded in live file system format are not supported. (For Microsoft Windows Vista, check
the settings.)
Poor sound quality Check if the CD is scratched or dirty.
It takes a relatively long time before
the music starts playing. If there are many folder or file levels on the MP3/WMA/AAC/M4A CD, or if it is a multisession disc,
some time may be required before the music starts playing.
Music cuts off or skips The writing software and hardware combination might not match, or the writing speed, writing
depth, writing width might not match the specifications. Try using the slowest writing speed.
Skipping with high bit rate files Skipping may occur with large quantities if data such as for high bit rate data.
Move immediately to the next song
when playing When a non-MP3/WMA/AAC/M4A file has been given an extension of “.MP3”, “.WMA”, “AAC”,
“.M4A” “.mp3”, “.wma”, “.aac” or “.m4a”, or when play is prohibited by copyright protection, the
player will skip to the next song.
The songs do not play back in the
desired order. The playback order is the order in which the files were written by the software, so the files might
not play in the desired order.
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BCS-26
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)
*: OFF is displayed when brake pedal is depressed while brake switch power supply is OFF.
ACTIVE TEST
SFT PN -IPDM Indicates [On/Off] condition of P or N position
SFT P -MET Indicates [On/Off] condition of P position
SFT N -MET Indicates [On/Off] condition of N position
ENGINE STATE Indicates [Stop/Stall/Crank/Run] condition of engine states
S/L LOCK-IPDM Indicates [On/Off] condition of steering lock unit (LOCK)
S/L UNLK-IPDM Indicates [On/Off] condition of steering lock unit (UNLOCK)
S/L RELAY-REQ Indicates [On/Off] condition of steering lock relay
VEH SPEED 1 Display the vehicle speed signal received from combination meter by numerical value [Km/h]
VEH SPEED 2 Display the vehi cle speed signal received from ABS or VDC or TCM by numerical value [Km/h]
DOOR STAT-DR Indicates [LOCK/READY/UNLK] condition of unlock sensor
DOOR STAT-AS Indicates [LOCK/READY/UNLK] condition of passenger side door status
ID OK FLAG Indicates [Set/Reset] condition of key ID
PRMT ENG STRT Indicates [Set/Reset] condition of engine start possibility
PRMT RKE STRT NOTE:
This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
TRNK/HAT MNTR NOTE:
This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
RKE-LOCK Indicates [On/Off] condition of LOCK signal from Intelligent Key
RKE-UNLOCK Indicates [On/Off] condition of UNLOCK signal from Intelligent Key
RKE-TR/BD NOTE:
This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
RKE-PANIC Indicates [On/Off] condition of PANIC button of Intelligent Key
RKE-MODE CHG Indicates [On/Off] condition of MODE CHANGE signal from Intelligent Key
RKE OPE COUN1 When remote keyless entry receiver receives the signal transmitted while operating on Intelli-
gent Key, the numerical value start changing
RKE OPE COUN2 NOTE:
This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
Monitor Item Condition
Test item Description
BATTERY SAVER This test is able to check interior room lamp operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
OUTSIDE BUZZER This test is able to check Intelligent Key warning buzzer operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
INSIDE BUZZER This test is able to check warning chime in combination meter operation
 Take Out: Take away warning chime sounds when CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Key: Key warning chime sounds when CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Knob: OFF position warning chime sounds when CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Off: Non-operation
INDICATOR This test is able to check warning lamp operation
 KEY ON: “KEY” Warning lamp
illuminates when CONSULT-III screen is touched
 KEY IND: “KEY” Warning lamp blinks when CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Off: Non-operation
INT LAMP This test is able to check interior room lamp operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)BCS-27
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DATA MONITOR
LCD This test is able to check meter display information
 Engine start information displays when “BP N” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Engine start information displays when “BP I” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Key ID warning displays when “ID NG” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
 Steering lock information displays when “ROTAT” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
 P position warning displays when “SFT P” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
 INSRT: This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
 BATT: This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored
 Take away through window warning displays when “NO KY” on CONSULT-III screen is
touched
 Take away warning displa y when “OUTKEY” on CONSUL T-III screen is touched
 OFF position warning display when “LK WN” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
FLASHER This test is able to check security hazard lamp operation
The hazard lamps are activated after “LH/RH/Off” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
P RANGE This test is able to check A/T shift selector power supply
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
ENGINE SW ILLUMI This test is able to check push-button ignition switch illumination operation
Push-ignition switch illumination illuminates when “ON” on CONSULT-III screen is touched
LOCK INDICATOR This test is able to check LOCK indicator (push-button ignition switch) operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
ACC INDICATOR This test is able to check ACC indicator (push-button ignition switch) operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
IGNITION ON IND This test is able to check ON indicator (push-button ignition switch) operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
HORN This test is able to check horn operation
 On: Operate
 Off: Non-operation
TRUNK/BACK DOOR NOTE:
This item is displayed, but cannot be used
Test item Description
Monitor item [U
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FR WIPER HI
[Off/On] Displays the status of the FR WIPER HI switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
FR WIPER LOW
[Off/On] Displays the status of the FR WIPER LOW switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
FR WASHER SW
[Off/On] Displays the status of the FR WASHER switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
FR WIPER INT
[Off/On] Displays the status of the FR WIPER AUTO switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combina-
tion switch reading function.
INT VOLUME
[1 - 7] Displays the status of wiper volume dial position judged by BCM with the combination switch reading function.
RR WIPER ON
[Off/On] Displays the status of the RR WIPER ON switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
RR WIPER INT
[Off/On] Displays the status of the RR WIPER INT switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
RR WASHER SW
[Off/On] Displays the status of the RR WASHER switch in combination switch judged by BCM with the combination
switch reading function.
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BRAKE PEDALBR-7
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BRAKE PEDAL
Inspection and AdjustmentINFOID:0000000006222462
INSPECTION
Brake Pedal Height
Check the brake pedal height (H1) between the dash lower panel (1)
and the brake pedal upper surface.
CAUTION:
Perform it with the floor trim removed.
Stop Lamp Switch and Brake Switch
Check the clearance (C) between the brake pedal bracket (1) and
the stop lamp switch and brake switch (2) threaded end.
CAUTION:
The stop lamp must turn off when the brake pedal is released.
NOTE:
Pull the brake pedal pad to make the clearance between the stop
lamp switch and brake switch threaded end and the brake pedal
bracket.
Brake Pedal Play
Press the brake pedal. Check the brake pedal play (A) (stroke until
fluid pressure occurs).
Depressed Brake Pedal Height
Check the height between the dash lower panel (1) and the top face
of the brake pedal (H
2) when depressing the brake pedal with a force
of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) while the engine is running.
CAUTION:
Perform it with the floor trim removed.
ADJUSTMENT
H1: Refer to BR-47, "Brake Pedal".
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C : Refer to BR-47, "Brake Pedal".
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A : Refer to BR-47, "Brake Pedal".
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H2: Refer to BR-47, "Brake Pedal".
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4. Press-fit the stop lamp switch and brake switch (2) until the stop
lamp switch and brake switch hits the brake pedal bracket (1)
45 ° clockwise while pulling the brake pedal pad slightly.
CAUTION:
 The clearance (C) between the brake pedal bracket and stop lamp switch and brake switch threaded end and
must be the specified value.
 The stop lamp must turn off when the brake pedal is released.
Depressed Brake Pedal Height
1. Perform the air bleeding. Refer to BR-11, "Bleeding Brake System".
2. Check the height between the dash lower panel (1) and the top face of the brake pedal (H
2) when depressing the brake pedal
with a force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) while the engine is running.
CAUTION:
Perform it with the floor trim removed.
3. Adjust the brake pedal play after adjusting the brake pedal height, clearance between the brake pedal bracket and the stop
lamp switch and brake switch threaded end.C : Refer to
BR-47, "
Brake Pedal".
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H2: Refer to BR-47, "Brake Pedal".
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BR-10
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BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
InspectionINFOID:0000000006222463
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
 Check that the fluid level in the reservoir tank is within the specified range (MAX – MIN lines).
CAUTION:
Turn OFF the ignition switch an d depress the brake pedal 20 times or more to check brake fluid level.
NOTE:
Since brake fluid is in the accumulator in pressurized condition, the reservoir tank brake fluid level should be
lower than the MAX line.
 Visually check for any brake fluid leakage around the reservoir tank.
 Check the brake system for any leakage if the fl uid level is extremely low (lower than MIN).
 Check the brake system for fluid leakage if the warn ing lamp remains illuminated even after the parking
brake is released.
 Check the reservoir tank for the mixing of foreign matter (e.g. dust) and oils other than brake fluid.
BRAKE LINE
1. Check brake line (tubes and hoses) for cracks, deterioration or other damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
2. Depress the brake pedal with a force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) and hold down the pedal for approx. 5 seconds with the engine
running. Check for any fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Retighten the applicable conn ection to the specified torque
and repair any abnormal (damag ed, worn or deformed) part
if any brake fluid leakage is present.
DrainingINFOID:0000000006222464
FRONT BRAKE
CAUTION:
 If the brake fluid adheres to the brake caliper assembly and disc rotor, quickly wipe it off.
 Never spill or splash brake fluid on painted surfaces. Brake fluid may seriously damage paint. Wipe it
off immediately and wash with wate r if it gets on a painted surface.
 Never operate the brake pedal with the reservoir cap removed. Failure to do this may cause the scat-
tering of brake fluid.
 Never operate the brake pedal excessively during the work procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleed valve.
3. Depress the brake pedal and loosen the bleeder valve.
4. Depress the brake pedal several time gradually discharge brake fluid.
REAR BRAKE
CAUTION:
 If the brake fluid adheres to the brake caliper assembly and disc rotor, quickly wipe it off.
 Never spill or splash brake fluid on painted surfaces. Brake fluid may seriously damage paint. Wipe it
off immediately and wash with wate r if it gets on a painted surface.
 Never operate the brake pedal with the reservoir cap removed. Failure to do this may cause the scat- tering of brake fluid.
 Never operate the brake pedal excessively during the work procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleed valve.
3. Depress the brake pedal and loosen the bleeder valve to gradually discharge brake fluid.
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