power steering INFINITI QX56 2006 Factory Workshop Manual

FSU-10
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
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Removal and InstallationEES0025A
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt using power tool.
3. Remove the three shock absorber upper nuts using power tool.
4. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.

Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance for
removal.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

The lower seat step (2) in the shock absorber assembly (1)
faces outside of vehicle.
–Upper spring insulator (3)
–⇐: Front

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Com-
ponents" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
Disassembly and AssemblyEES0025B
DISASSEMBLY
1. Set the shock absorber in a vise, then loosen (without removing)
the piston rod lock nut as shown.
CAUTION:
Do not remove piston rod lock nut at this time.
2. Compress the spring using tool until the shock absorber mount- ing insulator can be turned by hand.
WARNING:
Make sure that the pawls of the two tools are firmly hooked
on the spring. The spring compressors must be tightened
alternately and evenly so as not to tilt the spring.
3. Remove the piston rod lock nut.

Discard the piston rod lock nut, use a new nut for assembly.
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UPPER LINKFSU-13
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Removal and InstallationEES0025D
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the fender protector to access upper link. Refer to EI-23, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint and discard the cotter pin.
4. Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using To o l .

Support lower link with jack.
5. Remove upper link bolts and nuts, then remove upper link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Upper Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Upper Link Ball Joint
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .
CAUTION:
Use a new cotter pin for installation of upper link ball joint nut.

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .

After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" .
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
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LOWER LINK
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Removal and InstallationEES0025E
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to FSU-12, "
Removal and Installation" .
4. Remove drive shaft nut, if equipped. Refer to FA X - 7 , "
Removal and Installation" .
5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
6. Remove lower link cam bolts (1) and nuts, then the lower link (2).
NOTE:
Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable)
lover link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and
caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and
washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-5, "Components" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .

After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment" .
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KNUCKLEFSU-17
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On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceEES0025H
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, backlash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are within specifications. Refer to FSU-20, "
Ball Joint" .
Removal and InstallationEES0025I
REMOVAL
1. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to FAX-5, "Removal and Installation" .

Disconnect wheel sensor harness connector. Do not remove wheel sensor from wheel hub and bearing
assembly for this procedure.
2. Remove steering outer socket from steering knuckle using Tool. CAUTION:

Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.

Temporarily tighten nut to prevent damage to threads and
to prevent Tool from coming off.
3. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly using power tool. Refer to FSU-10, "
Removal and
Installation" .
4. Support lower link using a suitable jack.
5. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint and discard the cotter pin.
1. Disc rotor 2. Wheel hub and bearing assembly 3. Wheel stud
4. Splash guard 5. Steering knuckle⇐Front
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Tool number : HT72520000 (J-25730-A)
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KNUCKLE
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6. Separate upper link ball joint from steering knuckle using Tool.
7. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then
separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
8. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.

Perform ball joint inspection. Refer to FSU-15, "Inspection" .
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Refer to FSU-5, "Components" for tightening torques.
CAUTION:
Use a new cotter pin for installation of lock nut.

When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly,
align the marks.
NOTE:
When not using the alignment mark, refer to BR-21, "
FRONT
DISC BRAKE" .

When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-7, "Rotation" .
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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D3Drive range 3rd gear
D
4Drive range 4th gear
FR, RR Front, Rear LH, RH Left-Hand, Right-Hand M/T Manual Transaxle/TransmissionOD Overdrive
P/S Power Steering
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
SDS Service Data and Specifications SST Special Service Tools
2WD 2-Wheel Drive 2
22nd range 2nd gear
2
12nd range 1st gear
1
21st range 2nd gear
1
11st range 1st gear
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION

TOW TRUCK TOWINGGI-43
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Tow Truck TowingEAS001FY
WARNING:

Never get under the vehicle while it is supported only by the jack. Always use safety stands to
support the frame when you have to get under the vehicle.

Place wheel chocks at both front and back of the wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:

All applicable State or Provincial (in Canada) laws and local laws regarding the towing operation
must be obeyed.

It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage during towing opera-
tion. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.

Always attach safety chains before towing.

When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and powertrain are in good order.
If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.

Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear
(i.e., backward) with four wheels on the ground as this may
cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.
2WD MODELS
INFINITI does not recommend towing automatic transmission
equipped vehicles with the drive wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:

When towing with the front wheels on the ground: Turn the
ignition key to the OFF position and move the transmission
selector lever to N (neutral) position, turn the ignition key to
OFF position and secure the steering wheel in a straight
ahead position with a rope or similar device. Never place
the ignition key in the LOCK position. This will result in
damage to the steering lock mechanism.
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GW-16
POWER WINDOW SYSTEM
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System DescriptionEIS005XO
Power is supplied at all time

from 50A fusible link (letter f , located in the fuse and fusible link box)

to BCM terminal 70

through BCM terminal 69

to main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 19

to power window and door lock/unlock switch RH terminal 10.
With ignition switch in ON or START position, power is supplied

through 10A fuse (No. 59, located in the fuse and relay box)

to BCM terminal 38

through BCM terminal 68

to main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 10.

to rear power vent window relays (OPEN and CLOSE) terminal 1.
With ignition switch in ON or START position, ground is supplied

to BCM terminal 67

to main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 17

to power window and door lock/unlock switch RH terminal 11

through body grounds M57, M61 and M79.
MANUAL OPERATION
Front Door LH
WINDOW UP
When the front LH switch in the main power window and door lock/unlock switch is pressed in the up position,
power is supplied

through main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 8

to front power window motor LH terminal 2.
Ground is supplied

through main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 11

to front power window motor LH terminal 1.
Then, the motor raises the window until the switch is released.
WINDOW DOWN
When the front LH switch in the main power window and door lock/unlock switch is pressed in the down posi-
tion, power is supplied

through main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 11

to front power window motor LH terminal 1.
Ground is supplied

through main power window and door lock/unlock switch terminal 8

to front power window motor LH terminal 2.
Then, the motor lowers the window until the switch is released.
4. A. Steering column B. BCM M18, M19, M20
(View with instrument panel
removed) 5. A. Main power window and door
lock/unlock switch D7, D8
Power window and door lock/unlock
switch RH D105
B. Front door switch LH B8, RH
B108
C. Front power window motor LH
D9, RH D104
D. Front door lock actuator LH (key
cylinder switch) 6. A. Rear power window switch LH
D203, RH D303
B. Rear power window motor LH
D204, RH D304
7. A. Rear power vent window relay (CLOSE)
B. Rear power vent window relay
(OPEN) 8. Rear power vent window switch
R103 9. A. Rear power vent window motor
LH B52, RH B150
B. Condenser-3 B119
Condenser-4 B120

IDX-6
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Magnet clutch ............................... ATC-115, ATC-176
MAIN - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-145, AT-167
Main oil pump (Transfer) ..................... TF-154, TF-167
Mainshaft (Transfer) ........................... TF-154, TF-167
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 1 ....................... MA-7
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 2 ....................... MA-9
Major overhaul (Final drive) ............................. FFD-14
Major overhaul (Transfer) ................................ TF-146
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................ EC-63
Map lamp .......................................................... LT-135
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ............. EC-171, EC-180
Meter ..................................................................... DI-5
METER - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-10
MIL data link connectors circuit ....................... EC-635
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-635
MIRROR - Wiring diagram ................................ GW-93
Misfire .............................................................. EC-327
Mode door control linkage adjustment ............. ATC-66
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-64, ATC-161
Model variation ................................................... GI-47
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .................. EC-24
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-6
Multi-remote control system - See Remote keyless entry
system ............................................................... BL-44
N
NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-140
NAVI - Wiring diagram ....................................... AV-89
NAVI Control Unit .............................................. AV-86
Navigation system ............................................. AV-84
Neutral-4LO switch ............................................ TF-62
NONDTC - Wiring diagram .............................. AT-176
NVH troubleshooting (AX) ................................. FAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (EM) ................................ EM-10
NVH troubleshooting (Final drive) ..................... RFD-7
NVH troubleshooting (Propeller shaft) ................. PR-3
NVH troubleshooting (RAX) .............................. RAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (RSU) .............................. RSU-5
NVH troubleshooting (ST) .................................... PS-5
NVH troubleshooting (Transfer) ......................... TF-10
NVH troubleshooting (WT)NVH troubleshooting (WT) .
WT-4
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) precautions
GI-3
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O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-165
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-167
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram ... EC-256, EC-267, EC-280
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram ... EC-258, EC-269, EC-282
Oil cooler (engine) ............................................. LU-11
Oil filter ............................................................... LU-10
Oil filter (Transfer) ............................................ TF-143
Oil pan (engine) ................................................ EM-24
Oil pressure (engine) ........................................... LU-7
Oil pressure relief valve (engine) ......................... LU-5
Oil pump (engine) .............................................. LU-13
Oil seal replacement (engine) ........................... EM-60
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) FFD-8, RFD-9
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) ......... RFD-11
On board diagnostic system ............................. EC-48
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) .. EC-39
Overheat ......................................................... EC-473
P
P/SCKT - Wiring diagram ................................. WW-53
Pantograph jack .................................................. GI-41
Park/Neutral position switch ............................ EC-465
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-4
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) ................ EC-45
Periodic maintenance ......................................... MA-7
Personal lamp .................................................. LT-135
PGC/V - Wiring diagram ................... EC-375, EC-383
PHASE - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-349
PHONE - Wiring diagram ................................... AV-67
Pinion bearing preload diff. ............................. RFD-26
Piston pin inspection ......................................... EM-94
Piston ring inspection ........................................ EM-95
Piston to bore clearance ................................... EM-99
Planetary carrier (Transfer) ................. TF-149, TF-176
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram ... EC-467, AT-105, AT-106
POS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-342
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-6
Power door lock ................................................. BL-16
Power seat ......................................................... SE-83
Power steering fluid level .................................. MA-29
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-15
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-21
Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor ........... EC-448
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-6
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-4
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram ................. EC-407, EC-413
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Precautions in repairing high strength steel ..... BL-190
Pressure switch 1 ............................... AT-145, AT-159
Pressure switch 2 ............................................. AT-157
Pressure switch 3 ............................... AT-141, AT-161
Pressure switch 5 ............................... AT-149, AT-163
Pressure switch 6 ............................... AT-153, AT-165
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................. AT-52
Propeller shaft ........................................... PR-4, PR-8
Propeller shaft inspection .................................. MA-25
Propeller shaft on vehicle service ....................... PR-8
Propeller shaft vibration ............................ PR-4, PR-8
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-449
R
R/VIEW - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-76
Radiator ............................................................ CO-14
Rear Audio Remote Control Unit ......................... AV-8
Rear axle ........................................................... RAX-5
Rear bumper ....................................................... EI-15
Rear case (Transfer) ........................... TF-148, TF-181

INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLYIP-11
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REMOVAL
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-17, "DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove instrument lower cover LH. Refer to IP-13, "
INSTRUMENT LOWER COVER LH" .
3. Remove steering column. Refer to PS-10, "
STEERING COLUMN" .
4. Remove glove box assembly. Refer to IP-14, "
Lower Instrument Panel RH and Glove Box" .
5. Remove front power socket LH. Refer to WW-54, "
Front Power Socket LH, Rear Cargo Power Socket" .
6. Remove front power socket RH. Refer to WW-54, "
Front Power Socket RH (For Cigarette Lighter), Con-
sole Power Socket" .
7. Remove combination meter. Refer to IP-14, "
Lower Instrument Panel RH and Glove Box" .
8. Remove audio unit. Refer to AV- 5 5 , "
AUDIO UNIT" .
9. Remove display unit. Refer to AV- 1 6 7 , "
DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT" .
10. Remove lower knee protector LH.
11. Remove GPS antenna. Refer to AV- 1 6 7 , "
Removal and Installation" .
12. Remove optical sensor. Refer to LT- 6 4 , "
Optical Sensor" .
13. Remove side ventilator assembly LH.
14. Remove side ventilator assembly RH.
15. Remove front pillar finisher. Refer to EI-36, "
FRONT PILLAR FINISHER" .
16. Remove passenger air bag module. Refer to SRS-50, "
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE"
17. Remove instrument panel.
18. Disconnect remaining instrument panel assembly electrical connectors.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Steering member brackets2. Bracket assembly LH3. Steering member assembly
4. Combination meter cover 5. Defrost grille6. Instrument panel speaker LH
7. Instrument panel 8. Bin mat9. Side ventilator assembly LH
10. Instrument lower cover LH 11. Lower knee protector LH12. Steering column cover upper
13. Steering column cover lower 14. Center console lower cover LH 15. Combination meter
16. Audio unit bracket LH 17. Driver instrument stay18. Audio unit
19. Passenger instrument stay 20. Display assembly21. Switch assembly
22. Cluster lid A 23. Cluster lid D ventilator LH24. Front passenger air bag status light
25. Power socket LH and power socket RH 26. Clock 27. Cluster lid C
28. Front air control 29. Audio control30. Hazard switch
31. Cluster lid D ventilator RH 32. Cluster lid D33. Glove box door
34. Glove box assembly 35. Lower instrument panel RH 36. Glove box striker
37. Rubber bumpers 38. Glove box damper39. Audio unit bracket RH
40. Center console lower cover RH 41. Fuse block cover 42. Side ventilator assembly RH
43. Instrument panel bracket 44. Instrument panel speaker RH 45. Bracket assembly RH
46. Key cylinder escutcheon 47. Instrument lower cover RH