power steering INFINITI QX56 2004 Factory Repair Manual

MA-10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
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RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSPFP:00000
Fluids and LubricantsELS00103
*1: For further details, MA-11, "SAE Viscosity Number" .
*2: Using automatic transmission fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the NISSAN new vehicle limited warranty.
*3: For Canada, NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF), DEXRON
TM III or MERCONTM or equivalent ATF may also be used.
*4: Available in mainland U.S.A. through your NISSAN dealer.
*5: For further details, see “Air conditioner specification label”.
*6: For hot climates, viscosity SAE 90 is suitable for ambient temperatures above 0° C (32° F).
*7: DEXRON
TM III, MERCONTM or equivalent may also be used. Outside the continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN
dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of DEXRONTM III or MERCONTM Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid.
*8: For further details, refer to GI-5, "
Precautions for Fuel (Unleaded Premium Gasoline Required)" . DescriptionCapacity (Approximate)
Recommended Fluids/Lubricants
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel
105.8 28 gal 23 1/4 galUnleaded gasoline with octane rating of
at least 91 AKI (RON 96) *8
Engine oil
Drain and refillWith oil filter
change6.2 6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt

API Certification Mark *1

API grade SL, Energy Conserving *1

ILSAC grade GF-III *1 Without oil filter
change5.9 6 1/4 qt 5 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul)
7.6 8 qt 6 3/4 qt
Cooling systemWith reservoir at
MAX level14.4 3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 galGenuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze
coolant or equivalent
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF)
10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF *2
Rear final drive oil
1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Transfer fluid
3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qtGenuine NISSAN Matic D ATF (Conti-
nental U.S and Alaska) or Canada NIS-
SAN Automatic Transmission Fluid *7
Front final drive oil
1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt API GL-5 Viscosity SAE 80W-90 *6
Power steering fluid (PSF)
1.0 1 1/8 qt 7/8 qt Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent *3
Brake fluid — — —Genuine NISSAN Super Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid or equivalent,
DOT 3 (US FMVSS No. 116) *4
Brake grease — — —PBC (poly butyl cuprysil) grease or
equivalent
Multi-purpose grease — — — NLGI No. 2 (lithium soap base)
Windshield washer fluid
4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 galGenuine NISSAN Windshield Washer
Concentrate Cleaner & Anti-freeze or
equivalent
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb HFC-134a (R-134a) *5
Air conditioning system lubricants
290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl ozNISSAN A/C System Lubricant Type S
(DH-PS) or equivalent *5

MA-12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
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ENGINE MAINTENANCEPFP:00000
Checking Drive BeltsELS00105
WAR NIN G:
Be sure to perform when the engine is stopped.
1. Remove air duct and resonator assembly (inlet) when inspecting drive belt.
2. Make sure that indicator (single line notch) of each auto tensioner is within the allowable working range
“A” (between three line notches) as shown.
NOTE:

Check the auto tensioner indication when the engine is cold.

When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be as shown.

The indicator notch is located on the moving side of the auto tensioner.
3. Visually check entire belt for wear, damage or cracks.
4. If the indicator is out of allowable working range or belt is damaged, replace the belt. Refer to EM-12,
"DRIVE BELTS" .
DRIVE BELT TENSION
There is no manual drive belt tension adjustment. The drive belt tension is automatically adjusted by the auto
tensioner.
Changing Engine CoolantELS00106
WAR NIN G:

To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.

Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remove the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a
turn to release any built-up pressure, then push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest tem-
perature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the engine front undercover.
LBIA0391E
1. Drive Belt 2. Power Steering Pump Pulley 3. Generator pulley
4. Crankshaft Pulley 5. A/C Compressor 6. Idler Pulley
7. Cooling Fan Pulley 8. Water Pump Pulley 9. Drive Belt Tensioner

CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
MA-29
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Checking Power Steering Fluid and LinesELS0010U
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL

Check the power steering fluid level with the engine off.

Check fluid level on reservoir. Use “HOT” range at fluid tempera-
tures of 50° to 80°C (122° to 176°F). Use “COLD” range at fluid
temperatures of 0° to 30°C (32° to 86°F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
CHECKING LINES

Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,
loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
Checking Axle and Suspension PartsELS0010V
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS
Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear or other damage.

Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.

Rotate each wheel to check for abnormal noise.

Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.

Check the strut and shock absorber for oil leakage or other damage.

Check suspension ball joints for grease leakage and ball joint dust cover for cracks or other damage.
DRIVE SHAFT
Check the boots and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage, and
grease leakage.
LGIA0021E
SGIA0506E
SM A52 5A
SFA90 1

HARNESS
PG-61
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Wiring Diagram Codes (Cell Codes)EKS007NZ
Use the chart below to find out what each wiring diagram code stands for.
Refer to the wiring diagram code in the alphabetical index to find the location (page number) of each wiring
diagram.
Code Section Wiring Diagram Name
A/C,A ATC Auto Air Conditioner
A/SUSP RSU Rear Air Suspension
AF1B1 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 (Bank 1)
AF1B2 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 (Bank 2)
AF1HB1 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 (Bank 1)
AF1HB2 EC Air Fuel Ratio Sensor 1 (Bank 2)
APPS1 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS2 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
APPS3 EC Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
ASC/BS EC ASCD Brake Switch
ASC/SW EC ASCD Steering Switch
ASCBOF EC ASCD Brake Switch
ASCIND EC ASCD Indicator
A/T AT A/T Assembly
AT/IND DI A/T Indicator Lamp
AUDIO AV Audio
AUTO/DP SE Automatic Drive Positioner
AUTO/L LT Auto Light Control
B/CLOS BL Back Door Auto Closure System
BACK/L LT Back-up Lamp
BRK/SW EC Brake Switch
CAN EC CAN Communication Line
CAN LAN CAN System
CHARGE SC Charging System
CHIME DI Warning Chime
CLOCK DI Clock
COMBSW LT Combination Switch
COMM AV Audio Visual Communication System
COMPAS DI Compass and Thermometer
COOL/F EC Cooling Fan Control
D/LOCK BL Power Door Lock
DEF GW Rear Window Defogger
DTRL LT Headlamp - With Daytime Light System
DVD AV DVD Entertainment System
ECM/PW EC ECM Power Supply for Back-Up
ECTS EC Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
ETC1 EC Electric Throttle Control Function
ETC2 EC Throttle Control Motor Relay
ETC3 EC Throttle Control Motor
F/FOG LT Front Fog Lamp
F/PUMP EC Fuel Pump
FTTS EC Fuel Tank Temperature Sensor
FUELB1 EC Fuel Injection System Bank 1
FUELB2 EC Fuel Injection System Bank 2
H/AIM LT Headlamp Aiming Control
H/LAMP LT Headlamp
HORN WW Horn

PG-62
HARNESS
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HSEAT SE Heated Seat
IATS EC Intake Air Temperature Sensor
ICC ACS Intelligent Cruise Control
ICCBOF EC ICC Brake Switch
ICC/BS EC ICC Steering Switch
ICC/SW EC ICC Brake Switch
I/MIRR GW Inside Mirror (Auto Anti-Dazzling Mirror)
IGNSYS EC Ignition System
ILL LT Illumination
INJECT EC Injector
INT/L LT Room/Map, Vanity, Cargo, Personal, Foot, Step, and Puddle Lamps
KEYLES BL Remote Keyless Entry System
KS EC Knock Sensor
MAFS EC Mass Air Flow Sensor
MAIN EC Main Power Supply and Ground Circuit
METER DI Speedometer, Tachometer, Temp. and Fuel Gauges
MIL/DL EC Malfunction Indicator Lamp
MIRROR GW Door Mirror
NATS BL Nissan Anti-Theft System
NAVI AV Navigation System
O2H2B1 EC Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Heater Bank 1
O2H2B2 EC Rear Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Heater Bank 2
O2S2B1 EC Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Bank 1
O2S2B2 EC Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Bank 2
P/SCKT WW Power Socket
PGC/V EC EVAP Canister Purge Volume Control Solenoid Valve
PHASE EC Camshaft Position Sensor (PHASE) (Bank 1)
PNP/SW EC Park/Neutral Position Switch
POS EC Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS)
POWER PG Power Supply Routing
PRE/SE EC EVAP Control System Pressure Sensor
PS/SEN EC Power Steering Pressure Sensor
R/VIEW DI Rear View Monitor
RP/SEN EC Refrigerant Pressure Sensor
SEAT SE Power Seat (Without Memory)
SEN/PW EC Sensor Power Supply
SHIFT AT A/T Shift Lock System
SONAR DI Rear Sonar System
SROOF RF Sunroof
SRS SRS Supplemental Restraint System
START SC Starting System
STOP/L LT Stop Lamp
T/TOW LT Trailer Tow
T/WARN WT Low Tire Pressure Warning System
TAIL/L LT Parking, License and Tail Lamps
T/F TF Transfer Case
TPS1 EC Throttle Position Sensor
TPS2 EC Throttle Position Sensor
TPS3 EC Throttle Position Sensor
TRNSCV BL HOMELINK® Universal Transceiver
TURN LT Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Lamps
VDC BRC Vehicle Dynamic Control System

PS-1
POWER STEERING SYSTEM
G STEERING
CONTENTS
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SECTION PS
A
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PS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions for Steering System .............................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools (SST) ..................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 5
POWER STEERING FLUID ........................................ 6
Checking Fluid Level ................................................ 6
Checking Fluid Leakage ........................................... 6
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System ................................. 6
STEERING WHEEL .................................................... 7
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .......................... 7
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION ...... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY ................ 7
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEER-
ING WHEEL .......................................................... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE .................................................................. 7
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..... 7
Removal and Installation .......................................... 8
REMOVAL ............................................................. 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 8
TILT SYSTEM ............................................................. 9
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9
TILT MOTOR AND TILT SENSOR ........................ 9
STEERING COLUMN ............................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
REMOVAL ........................................................... 10
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ........................11
INSTALLATION ....................................................11INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 12
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 13
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 13
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 14
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY ...................... 14
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ............ 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ................ 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 18
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 20
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 21
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ............................... 26
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ......................... 26
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE ................ 26
Removal and Installation ........................................ 26
REMOVAL ........................................................... 26
INSTALLATION ................................................... 26
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 27
INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY ............. 27
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 27
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 28
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 28
HYDRAULIC LINE .................................................... 31
Removal and Installation ........................................ 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 33
Steering Wheel ....................................................... 33
Steering Column ..................................................... 33
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ................ 34
Steering Gear ......................................................... 35
Oil Pump ................................................................. 35
Steering Fluid .......................................................... 35

PS-4
PREPARATION
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Commercial Service ToolsEGS000ML
1. KV48105300-4 and 5295262U10
( — )
Connector A and O-ring
2. KV48105300-3 and 5295262U00
( — )
Eye-bolt and O-ring
3. KV48103500
(J26357 and J26357-10)
Pressure gauge and shut-off valve
4. KV48105300-1 and 5295262U00
( — )
Connector B and O-ring
5. KV48105300-2
( — )
NutMeasuring oil pump relief pressure
KV481J0010
(J-1859A)
Steering wheel pullerRemoving steering wheel
KV481J0020
(J-42578)
Steering wheel puller legsRemoving steering wheel
KV40107300
(—)Crimping boot bands
—
(J-44372)
Spring gaugeMeasuring steering wheel turning force Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
SGIA0427E
LHIA0043E
LHIA0044E
ZZA1229D
LST024
Tool nameDescription
Power toolRemoving nuts and bolts
PBIC0190E

PS-6
POWER STEERING FLUID
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POWER STEERING FLUIDPFP:KLF20
Checking Fluid LevelEGS000MN
Check fluid level, referring to the scale on reservoir tank.
Use HOT range for fluid temperatures of 50° – 80°C (122° – 176°F).
Use COLD range for fluid temperatures of 0° – 30°C (32° – 86°F).
CAUTION:

Do not overfill.

Do not reuse any used power steering fluid.

Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.
Refer to MA-10, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
Checking Fluid LeakageEGS000MO
Check the hydraulic piping lines for improper attachment and for
leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing or deterioration.
1. Run engine until fluid temperature reaches 50° – 80°C (122° –
176°F) in reservoir tank. Keep engine speed idle.
2. Turn steering wheel right-to-left several times.
3. Hold steering wheel at each “lock” position for five seconds to
check fluid leakage.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in a locked position for more
than 10 seconds. (There is the possibility that oil pump may
be damaged.)
4. If fluid leakage at connections is noticed, then loosen flare nut and then retighten. Do not over tighten con-
nector as this can damage O-ring, washer and connector.
5. If fluid leakage from oil pump is noticed, check oil pump. Refer to PS-26, "
POWER STEERING OIL
PUMP" .
6. Check steering gear boots for accumulation of fluid indicating a leak from the steering gear.
Air Bleeding Hydraulic SystemEG S0 0 0MP
Incomplete air bleeding causes the following. When this happens, bleed air again.

Air bubbles in reservoir tank.

Clicking noise in oil pump.

Excessive buzzing in oil pump.
NOTE:
When vehicle is stationary or while steering wheel is being turned slowly, some noise may be heard from
oil pump or gear. This noise is normal and does not affect any system.
1. Stop engine, and then turn steering wheel fully to right and left several times.
CAUTION:
Do not allow steering fluid reservoir tank to go below the MIN level line. Check tank frequently and
add fluid as needed.
2. Run engine at idle speed. Turn steering wheel fully right and then fully left, hold for about three seconds.
Then check for fluid leakage.
3. Repeat step 2 several times at about three second intervals.
CAUTION:
Do not hold steering wheel in the locked position for more than 10 seconds. (There is the possibil-
ity that oil pump may be damaged.)
4. Check for air bubbles or cloudy fluid.
5. If air bubbles or cloudiness still exists, stop engine, perform steps 2 and 3 again until air bubbles or cloud-
iness does not exist.
6. Stop engine, check fluid level.
LGIA0021E
SGIA0506E

STEERING WHEEL
PS-7
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STEERING WHEELPFP:48430
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEGS000MQ
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION

Check installation condition of steering gear assembly, front suspension, axle and steering column.

Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.

Check if the mounting nuts for steering gear assembly are loose.
Refer to PS-15, "
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE" .
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
1. Turn tires straight ahead, start engine, then turn steering wheel to the left and right lightly, and measure
steering wheel movement on the outer circumference when steering wheel is turned up to the point where
tires start moving.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEERING WHEEL

Check neutral position on steering wheel after confirming that front wheel alignment is correct. Refer to
FSU-6, "
Front Wheel Alignment" .
1. Turn tires straight ahead, check if steering wheel is in the neutral position.
2. If it is not in the neutral position, remove steering wheel and reinstall it correctly.
3. If the neutral position cannot be attained by repositioning the steering wheel two teeth or less on steering
stem, loosen tie-rod lock nuts of steering outer sockets, then adjust tie-rods by the same amount in the
opposite direction.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level, dry surface and set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Bring power steering fluid up to operating temperature of 60° – 80°C (140° – 176°F).
4. Tires need to be inflated to specified pressure. Refer to WT-33, "
Tire" .
5. Check steering wheel turning force using Tool when steering
wheel has been turned 360° from the neutral position.
6. If steering wheel turning force is out of specification, inspect
steering column. Refer to PS-11, "
INSPECTION AFTER
REMOVAL" .
7. If steering column meets specification, repair steering gear.
Refer to PS-17, "
Disassembly and Assembly" .
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
When checking front wheel turning angle, refer to FSU-8, "FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE" . End play of the axial direction for steering wheel : 0 mm (0 in)
LGIA0024E
Steering wheel play on the outer circumference : 0 − 35 mm (0 − 1.38 in)
Tool number : J-44372
Steering wheel
turning force: 39 N (4 kg-f, 9 lb-f) or less
WGIA0035E

POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE
PS-15
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POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGEPFP:49001
Removal and InstallationEG S00 0M U
CAUTION:
Spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if steering column is separated from steering gear
assembly. Therefore secure steering wheel to avoid turning.
REMOVAL
1. Turn wheels to the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove tires from vehicle using power tool.
3. Remove undercover using power tool.
4. On 4WD models, remove front final drive, then support drive shafts with wire. Refer to FFD-12, "
Removal
and Installation" .
5. Make sure slit of lower joint fits with the projection on rear cover
cap, while checking that mark on steering gear assembly aligns
with mark on rear cover cap.
6. Remove cotter pin at steering outer socket and discard, then loosen mounting nut.
1. Cotter pin 2. Mounting bracket 3. Bushing
4. Washer 5. Steering gear assembly 6. Mounting insulator
WGIA0092E
SST 4 91 C