power steering INFINITI QX56 2009 Factory Service Manual

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QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral Information
BENGINEEMEngine Mechanical
LUEngine Lubrication System
COEngine Cooling System
ECEngine Control System
FLFuel System
EXExhaust System
STRStarting System
ACCAccelerator Control System
CHYBRIDHBCHybrid Control System
HBBHybrid Battery System
HBRHybrid Brake System
DTRANSMISSION & DRIVE-
LINETMTransaxle & Transmission
DLNDriveline
FAXFront Axle
RAXRear Axle
ESUSPENSIONFSUFront Suspension
RSURear Suspension
SCSSuspension Control System
WTRoad Wheels & Tires
FBRAKESBRBrake System
PBParking Brake System
BRCBrake Control System
GSTEERINGSTSteering System
STCSteering Control System
HRESTRAINTSSBSeat Belt
SBCSeat Belt Control System
SRSRS Airbag
SRCSRS Airbag Control System
IVENTILATION, HEATER &
AIR CONDITIONERVTLVentilation System
HAHeater & Air Conditioning System
HACHeater & Air Conditioning Control System
JBODY INTERIORINTInterior
IPInstrument Panel
SESeat
ADPAutomatic Drive Postioner
APAdjustable Pedal
KBODY EXTERIOR,
DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE
SECURITYDLKDoor & Lock
SECSecurity Control System
GWGlass & Window System
PWCPower Window Control System
RFRoof
EXTExterior
BRMBody Repair Manual
LDRIVER CONTROLSMIRMirrors
EXLExterior Lighting System
INLInterior Lighting System
WWWiper & Washer
DEFDefogger
HRNHorn
MELECTRICAL & POWER
CONTROLPWOPower Outlet
BCSBody Control System
LANLAN System
PCSPower Control System
CHGCharging System
PGPower Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
NDRIVER INFORMATION &
MULTIMEDIAMWIMeter, Warning Lamp & Indicator
WCSWarning Chime System
SNSonar System
AVAudio, Visual & Navigation System
OCRUISE CONTROLCCSCruise Control System
PMAINTENANCEMAMaintenance
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Edition: June 2008
Revision: December 2009
Publication No. SM9
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2009
QUICK REFERNCE CHART: QX56
Front Disc Brake
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Unit: mm (in)
Rear Disc BrakeINFOID:0000000005987156
Unit: mm (in)
Fluids and LubricantsINFOID:0000000005987154
Brake model AD41VA
Brake pad Standard thickness (new) 12.0 (0.476)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new) 30 (1.181)
Repair limit thickness 28.5 (1.122)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.03 (0.001)
Brake model
AD14VE
Brake pad Standard thickness (new) 12.0 (0.472)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new) 14.0 (0.551)
Repair limit thickness 12.5 (0.492)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.05 (0.002)
Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel 105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 gal
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter change
6.5 6 7/8 qt 5 3/4 qt
Without oil filter change 6.2 6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Cooling system With reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
15 1/4 qt 12 5/8 qt
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt
Rear differential gear oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
Front differential gear oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt
Brake fluid — — —
Brake grease — — —
Multi-purpose grease — — —
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4 3/4 qt 4 qt
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz

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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 severity 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 SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag 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 unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified 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 Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c 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:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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PRE-INSPECTION FOR DIAGNOSTICADP-9
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1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND DROUND CIRCUIT
Check the power supply and ground circuit as shown below.
 Driver seat control unit: Refer to ADP-47, "DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT : Diagnosis Procedure"
.
 Automatic drive positioner control unit: Refer to ADP-47, "AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER CONTROL
UNIT : Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normally?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
2. CHECK MANUAL FUNCTION
Check the manual function operati ons by operating the relevant switches as shown below.
 Seat (slide, reclining, lifting front, lifting rear)
 Pedal assembly (forward, backward)
 Steering wheel (upward, downward)
 Door mirror
Do all manual functions operate normally?
YES >> GO TO 3
NO (Seat, pedal, door mirror)>>Go to SYMPTOM 1, refer to ADP-159, "Symptom Table"
. And, GO TO 4 if
the result of SYMPTOM 1 is OK.
3. CHECK MEMORY FUNCTION 1
Register the seat positions (refer to Owner’s Manual) and check that all parts of the seat, pedals, steering
wheel and door mirrors move to their memory positions correctly.
Are the operations normal?
YES >> Check each malfunction according to the instruction of the SYMPTOM 4, refer to ADP-159,
"Symptom Table".
No (memory indicator operates normally)>> Go to SYMPTOM 2, refer to ADP-159, "Symptom Table"
.
No (memory indicator does not operate normally either)>> GO TO 5
4. CHECK MEMORY FUNCTION 2
Register the seat positions (refer to Owner’s Manual) and check that all parts of the seat, pedals, steering
wheel and door mirrors move to their memory positions correctly.
Are the operations normal?
YES >> Check intermittent incident. Refer to GI-38, "Intermittent Incident".
NO >> GO TO 7
5. CHECK SEAT MEMORY SW ITCH/MEMORY INDICATOR
Check the seat memory switch/memory switch indicator of the SYMPTOM 5, refer to ADP-159, "Symptom
Table".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
6. CHECK OPERATION CONDITION
Check the memory operation conditions (refer to ADP-12, "AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM :
System Description").
Are all operation conditions fulfilled?
YES >> Go to SYMPTOM 6, refer to ADP-159, "Symptom Table".
NO >> Fulfill the operation conditions. Refer to ADP-12, "AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM :
System Description".
7. CHECK MECHANISM
Check for the following.
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ADP-12
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYST EM : Component Parts Location
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775496
OUTLINE
The system automatically moves the driver seat, pedal assembly, steering wheel and door mirror position by
the driver seat control unit and the automatic drive posit ioner control unit. The driver seat control unit corre-
sponds with the automatic drive positioner control unit by UART communication.
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1. A. Automatic drive positioner control
unit M33, M34
B. Pedal adjustin g motor assembly
E109, E110 2. A. Steering column
B. Key switch and ignition knob
switch M12
C. BCM M18, M19, M20 (view with
instrument panel removed) 3. A. Door mirror remo
te control switch
D10
B. Seat memory switch D5
4. Pedal adjusting switch M96 5 . A. Door mirrror LH D4, RH D107
B. Front door switch LH B 6. A. A/T selector lever
B. A/T shift selector (park position
switch) M203
7. A. Sliding motor LH B204 (driver seat
view), reclining motor LH B205, lift-
ing motor (front) B2 06, lifting motor
(rear) B207
B. Driver seat control unit B202,
B203
C. Power seat switch LH B208 8. A. ADP steering switch M16
B. Tilt sensor M85 and tilt motor M86
Function Description
Manual function The driving position (seat, pedal assembly, steering wheel and door mirror position)
can be adjusted by using the power seat switch, pedal adjusting switch, ADP steering
switch or door mirror
remote control switch.
Memory function The seat, pedal assembly and outside mirror move to the stored driving position by
pressing seat memory switch (1 or 2).
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEMADP-13
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM : Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775497
CONTROL UNITS
INPUT PARTS
Switches
Entry/Exit assist functionExit On exit, the seat moves backward and the steering wheel moves upward.
Entry
On entry, the seat and steering wheel return from exiting position to the previous driv-
ing position.
Function Description
Item Function
Driver seat control unit  Main unit of automatic drive positioner system
 It is connected to the CAN.
 It communicates with the automatic drive positioner control unit via UART com-
munication.
Automatic drive positioner control unit  It communicates with the driver seat control unit via UART communication.
 Perform various controls with the instructions of driver seat control unit.
 Perform the controls of the pedal adjusting, steering wheel, door mirror and the
seat memory switch.
BCM Transmit the following status to the driver seat control unit via CAN communication.
 Front door LH: OPEN/CLOSE
 Ignition switch position: ACC/ON
 Door lock: UNLOCK (with Intelligent Key or remote keyless entry request switch
operation)
 Key ID
 Key switch: Insert/Pull out Intelligent Key
 Starter: CRANKING/OTHER
Combination meter Transmit the vehicle speed signal to the driver seat control unit via CAN communi-
cation.
AV control unit The setting change of auto drive positioner system can be performed on the display.
A/T shift selector (park position switch) Transmit the shift position signal (P range) to the driver seat control unit.
Item Function
Key switch and ignition knob switch The key switch is installed to detect the key inserted/removed status.
Front door switch LH Detect front door (driver side) open/close status.
A/T shift selector (park position switch) Detect the P range position of A/T selector lever.
Set switch The registration and system setting can be performed with its operation.
Seat memory switch 1/2 The registration and operation can be performed with its operation.
Power seat switch The following switch is installed.
 Reclining switch
 Lifting switch (front)
 Lifting switch (rear)
 Sliding switch
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
Pedal adjusting switch The following switch is installed.
 Pedal forward
 Pedal backward
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEMADP-15
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MANUAL FUNCTION : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775499
OUTLINE
The driving position (seat, pedal assembly, steering wheel and door mirror position) can be adjusted manually
with power seat switch, pedal adjusting switch, ADP st eering switch and door mirror remote control switch.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Operate power seat switch, pedal adjusting switch, ADP steering switch or door mirror remote control
switch.
3. The driver seat, pedal assembly, steering wheel or door mirror operates according to the operation of each switch.
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Seat
Adjustable pedals
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Order Input Output Control unit condition
1 Power seat switch
(sliding, lifting, reclin-
ing)
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The power seat switch signal is inputted to the driver seat control
unit when the power seat switch is operated.
2— Motors
(sliding, lifting, reclin-
ing)The driver seat control unit outputs signals to each motor accord-
ing to the power seat switch input signal.
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEMADP-17
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MANUAL FUNCTION : Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775501
CONTROL UNITS
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1. A. Automatic drive positioner control
unit M33, M34
B. Pedal adjusting motor assembly
E109, E110 2. A. Steering column
B. Key switch and ignition knob
switch M12
C. BCM M18, M19, M20 (view with
instrument panel removed) 3. A. Door mirror remo
te control switch
D10
B. Seat memory switch D5
4. Pedal adjusting switch M96 5 . A. Door mirrror LH D4, RH D107
B. Front door switch LH B 6. A. A/T selector lever
B. A/T shift selector (park position
switch) M203
7. A. Sliding motor LH B204 (driver seat view), reclining motor LH B205, lift-
ing motor (front) B2 06, lifting motor
(rear) B207
B. Driver seat control unit B202,
B203
C. Power seat switch LH B208 8. A. ADP steering switch M16
B. Tilt sensor M85 and tilt motor M86
Item Function
Driver seat control unit  Operates the specific seat motor with the signal from the power seat switch.
 Transmits the ignition switch signal (ACC/ON) via UART communication to the
automatic drive positioner control unit.
 Transmits the pedal adjusting switch signal via UART communication to the au-
tomatic drive positioner control unit.
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ADP-18
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER SYSTEM
INPUT PARTS
Switches
Sensors
OUTPUT PARTS
MEMORY FUNCTION
Automatic drive positioner control unitOperates the specific motor with the signal from driver seat control unit, ADP steer-
ing switch or door mirror remote control switch.
BCM Recognizes the following status and transmits it to the driver seat control unit via
CAN communication.
 Ignition position: ACC/ON
Item Function
Item Function
Power seat switch The following switch is installed.
 Reclining switch
 Lifting switch (front)
 Lifting switch (rear)
 Sliding switch
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
Pedal adjusting switch The following switch is installed.
 Pedal forward
 Pedal backward
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
ADP steering switch The following switch is installed.
 Steering wheel upward
 Steering wheel downward
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
Door mirror remote control switch The following switch is installed.
 Mirror switch
 Changeover switch
The specific parts can be operated with the operation of each switch.
Item Function
Pedal adjusting sensor Detect the forward/backward position of pedal assembly.
Tilt sensor Detect the upward/downward position of steering wheel.
Item Function
Door mirror motor (LH/RH) Move the outside mirror face upward/downward and left/right.
Pedal adjusting motor Move the pedal assembly forward/backward.
Tilt motor Move the steering wheel upward/downward.
Lifting motor (front) Move the seat lifter (front) upward/downward.
Lifting motor (rear) Move the seat lifter (rear) upward/downward.
Reclining motor Tilt and raise up the seatback.
Sliding motor Slide the seat forward/backward.
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MEMORY FUNCTION : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775503
OUTLINE
The driver seat control unit can store the optimum dr iving positions (seat, pedal assembly, steering wheel and
door mirror position) for 2 people. If the front seat position is changed, one-touch (pressing desired memory
switch for more than 0.5 second) operation al lows changing to the other driving position.
NOTE:
Further information for the memory storage procedure. Refer to Owner’s Manual.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Press desired memory switch for more than 0.5 second.
3. Front seat LH, pedal assembly, steering wheel and door mirror will move to the memorized position.
OPERATION CONDITION
Satisfy all of the following items. The memory func tion is not performed if these items are not satisfied.
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Item Request status
Ignition position ON
Switch inputs
 Power seat switch
 Pedal adjusting switch
 ADP steering switch
 Door mirror control switch
 Set switch
 Seat memory switch OFF
(Not operated)
A/T selector lever P position
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