wheel INFINITI QX56 2006 Factory Service Manual

DRIVE SHAFTFAX-11
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7. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by * marks)
as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on boot mounting surfaces (indicated by *
marks) of shaft and housing, boot may come off. Remove
all grease from surfaces.
8. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the length indicated below. Insert a suitable tool into the large end of the boot, as
shown. Bleed air from the boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:

The boot may break if the boot installation length is less than the specified value.

Do not contact inside surface of boot with tip of the suitable tool.
9. Secure the large and small ends of the boot with the new boot bands as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
10. After installing the sliding joint housing to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that the boot is posi- tioned correctly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new
boot band.
Wheel Side
1. Insert the Genuine NISSAN Grease or equivalent, into the jointsub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from the ball groove and serration hole. Refer to MA-11, "
REC-
OMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" . After inserting the
grease, use a shop cloth to wipe off the grease that has oozed
out.
2. Wrap the serrated part of the drive shaft with tape. Install the boot band and boot onto the shaft. Do not damage the boot.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
3. Remove the protective tape wound around the serrated part of the drive shaft. Boot installation length “L ” : 145 mm (5.71 in)
WDIA0287E
SFA395
SDIA1127E
SFA800

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)FAX-13
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Wheel BearingEDS003BR
Drive ShaftEDS003BS
Boot BandsEDS004G1
Unit: mm (in)
Wheel bearing axial end play
0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
Drive shaft joint typeFinal drive side Rzeppa
Wheel side Rzeppa
Grease Quality
Nissan Genuine Grease or
equivalent
Capacity Final drive side
130 - 150 g (4.58 - 5.29 oz)
Wheel side 145 - 165 g (5.11 - 5.82 oz)
Boot length Final drive side "L "
145 mm (5.71 in)
Wheel side "L " 168.4 mm (6.63 in)
WDIA0055E
Dimension "M" 1.0 - 4.0 (0.039 - 0.157)
DSF0047D

FFD-6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS00450
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Gear tooth rough
Gear contact improper
Tooth surfaces worn
Incorrect backlash
Companion flange excessive runout
Gear oil improper
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT AXLE
FRONT SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom
Noise××××××××××××××

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FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY
2006 QX56
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLYPFP:17042
Removal and InstallationEBS00M3S
REMOVAL
WARNING:
Follow the “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-4, "
General Precau-
tions" .
1. Remove the fuel filler cap to release the pressure from inside the fuel tank.
2. Check the fuel level on level gauge. If the fuel gauge indicates more than the level as shown (full or almost full), drain the fuel
from the fuel tank until the fuel gauge indicates the level as
shown, or less.

If the fuel pump does not operate, use the following procedure
to drain the fuel to the specified level.
a. Insert a suitable hose of less than 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter into the fuel filler pipe through the fuel filler opening to drain the fuel
from fuel filler pipe.
b. Remove the LH rear wheel and tire. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation" .
c. Remove the four clips and remove the rear fender protector, front.
1. Inspection hole cover 2. Inspection hole cover O-ring 3. Lock ring
4. Fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel pump assembly 5. Fuel tank
6. Fuel level sensor, fuel filter, and fuel
pump assembly O-ring
LBIA0381E
WBIA0390E

FUEL TANKFL-11
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REMOVAL
WARNING:
Follow the “General Precautions” before working on the fuel system. Refer to FL-4, "
General Precau-
tions" .
1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank, if necessary.

Position the vehicle so it is level.
2. Remove the fuel filler cap to release the pressure from inside the fuel tank.
3. Check the fuel level on level gauge. If the fuel gauge indicates more than the level as shown (full or almost full), drain the fuel
from the fuel tank until the fuel gauge indicates the level as
shown, or less.

If the fuel pump does not operate, use the following procedure
to drain the fuel to the specified level after disconnecting the
fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe.
a. Insert a suitable hose of less than 15 mm (0.59 in) diameter into the fuel filler pipe through the fuel filler opening to drain the fuel
from fuel filler pipe.
b. Insert a suitable hose into the fuel tank through the fuel filler hose to drain the fuel from the fuel tank.

As a guide, the fuel level reaches the fuel gauge position as shown, or less, when approximately 14
liters (3 3/4 US gal, 3 1/8 Imp gal) of fuel are drained from the fuel tank.
4. Remove the LH rear wheel and tire. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation" .
5. Remove the four clips and remove the rear fender protector, front.
6. Disconnect the fuel filler hose from the fuel filler pipe and dis- connect the vent hose quick connector.
7. Release the fuel pressure from the fuel lines. Refer to EC-80, "
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
8. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
9. Remove the second row LH seat and the third row LH seat. Refer to SE-98, "
Second Row Outboard"
(second row), SE-105, "LH Side Seat" (third row).
10. Remove the second and third row rear seat belt buckles mounted on the floor. Refer to SB-3, "
SEAT
BELTS" .
11. Remove the LH center pillar trim, the LH rear trim panel, and the LH rear side door kick plate and weather stripping. Refer to EI-35, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
12. Remove the second row rear center console and base. Refer to EI-37, "
FLOOR TRIM" .
13. Reposition the floor carpet out of the way to access the inspection hole cover, located under the center LH rear seat.
10. Fuel filler hose 11. Fuel filler pipe 12. Fuel filler cup
13. Fuel filler hose grommet 14. Fuel filler cap 15. Fuel tank shield
WBIA0390E
LBIA0386E

FSU-1
FRONT SUSPENSION
E SUSPENSION
CONTENTS
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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
..... 2
Precautions ......................................................... ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 3
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 4
FRONT SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................... ..... 5
Components ........................................................ ..... 5
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ........................................ ..... 6
Front Suspension Parts ....................................... ..... 6
Front Wheel Alignment ........................................ ..... 6
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION .......................... ..... 6
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMEN-
DATIONS ......................................................... ..... 6
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS ......................... ..... 7
CAMBER AND CASTER .................................. ..... 7
TOE-IN ............................................................. ..... 7
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ................ ..... 8
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER ............ ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 10
Disassembly and Assembly ................................ ... 10
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 10
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............ .... 11
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... .... 11
STABILIZER BAR .................................................. ... 12
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 12
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 12
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 12UPPER LINK ..........................................................
... 13
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 13
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 13
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 13
LOWER LINK ......................................................... ... 14
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 14
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 14
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 14
UPPER BALL JOINT AND LOWER BALL JOINT ... 15 Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 15
Inspection ............................................................ ... 15
SWINGING FORCE ......................................... ... 15
TURNING FORCE ............................................ ... 15
VERTICAL END PLAY ..................................... ... 16
KNUCKLE .............................................................. ... 17
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...................... ... 17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 18
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 19
General Specifications ......................................... ... 19
Spring Free Height .............................................. ... 19
Wheel Alignment (Unladen*
1 )*6 .......................... ... 19
Ball Joint .............................................................. ... 20
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*
1 ) .............................. 20

FSU-2
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
PrecautionsEES00253

When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with
the tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immedi-
ately.

Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The
spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions.

After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.

Lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new lock nuts for installation. New lock nuts are pre-oiled, do not
apply any additional lubrication.

PREPARATIONFSU-3
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Special Service ToolsEES00254
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsEES00255
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST29020001
(J-24319-01)
Pitman arm puller Removing upper link ball joint from knuckle
spindle
a: 34 mm (1.34 in)
b: 6.5 mm (0.256 in)
c: 61.5 mm (2.421 in)
HT72520000
(J-25730-A)
Ball joint remover Removing tie-rod outer end
NT694
NT146
Tool name
Description
Attachment wheel alignment Measure wheel alignment a: Screw M24 x 1.5 pitch
b: 35 mm (1.38 in) dia.
c: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
d: 56 mm (2.20 in)
e: 12 mm (0.47 in)
Spring compressor Removing and installing coil spring
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts
NT148
NT717
PBIC0190E

FSU-4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEES00256
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. Repair or replace parts as necessary.
x: ApplicableReference page
FSU-5FSU-10FSU-5FSU-5FSU-20FSU-6FSU-6FSU-6
PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FFD-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible Cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Improper installation, looseness
Shock absorber deformation,
damage or deflection
Bushing or mounting deterioration
Parts interference
Spring fatigue
Suspension looseness
Incorrect wheel alignment
Stabilizer bar fatigue
PROPELLER SHAFT
FRONT FINAL DRIVE
DRIVE SHAFT
WHEEL HUB
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom
Noise
× × ×××× × × ×× × × ××
Shake × × ×× × × ×× × × ××
Vibration × × ××× × ×× × ×
Shimmy × × ×× × × × × ××
Shudder ××× ×××××
Poor quality ride or handling ××××× ×× ×××

FSU-6
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE
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ON-VEHICLE SERVICEPFP:00000
Front Suspension PartsEES00258
Check front suspension parts for excessive play, cracks, wear and
other damage.

Shake each front wheel to check for excessive play.
If looseness is noted, inspect wheel bearing end play, then
check ball joint end play. Refer to FA X - 5 , "
WHEEL BEARING
INSPECTION" and FSU-15, "Inspection" .

Make sure that the cotter pin is inserted (4WD only).

Retighten all nuts and bolts to the specified torque.

Check shock absorber for oil leakage and other damage.

Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint
dust cover for cracks and other damage.
Front Wheel AlignmentEES00259
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn suspension parts before making
any adjustments.
1. Check and adjust the wheel alignment with the vehicle under unladen conditions. “Unladen conditions”
means that the fuel, coolant, and lubricant are full; and that the spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in
their designated positions.
2. Check the tires for incorrect air pressure and excessive wear.
3. Check the wheels for run out and damage. Refer to WT-5, "
Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play. Refer to FA X - 5 , "
WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
5. Check the shock absorbers for leaks or damage.
6. Check each mounting point of the suspension components for any excessive looseness or damage.
7. Check each link, arm, and the rear suspension member for any damage.
8. Check the vehicle height. Refer to FSU-20, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .

Verify the level using Consult-II memory register 1103 and set to 0 ± 10 mm (0 ± 0.39 in) as necessary.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.

This type of alignment is recommended for any NISSAN vehicle.

The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that the vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel
is centered.

The alignment machine itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN vehicle.

The alignment machine should be checked to ensure that it is level.
2. Make sure the alignment machine is properly calibrated.

Your alignment machine should be regularly calibrated in order to give correct information. Suspension component torques : Refer to
FSU-5,
"Components" . SMA525A
SFA392B