oil level INFINITI QX56 2006 Factory Service Manual

2006
QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX56

Front Disc Brake - Repair LimitsELS001QU
Rear Disc Brake - Repair LimitsELS001QU
Brake PedalELS001QV
Unit: mm (in)
Refill CapacitiesELS001QW
Brake modelCLZ31VCAD41VA
Brake pad Standard thickness (new)
11.88 mm (0.468 in)12 mm (0.47 in)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 mm (0.039 in)1.0 mm (0.039 in)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new)
26.0 mm (1.024 in) 30.0 mm (1.181 in)
Repair limit thickness 24.5 mm (0.965 in) 28.5 mm (1.122 in)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 mm (0.0006 in)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.03 mm (0.001 in)
Brake model AD14VE
Brake pad Standard thickness (new)
12.13 mm (0.478 in)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new)
14.0 mm (0.551 in)
Repair limit thickness 12.0 mm (0.472 in)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 mm (0.0006 in)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.05 mm (0.002 in)
Brake pedal height (from dash panel top surface) 182.3 − 192.3 (7.18 − 7.57)
Depressed pedal height [under a force of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) with engine running] More than 90.3 (3.55)
Clearance between stopper rubber and the threaded end of stop lamp switch 0.74 − 1.96 (0.029 − 0.077)
Pedal play 3 − 11 (0.12 − 0.43)
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
6.2 6 1/2 qt 5 1/2 qt
Without oil filter change 5.9 6 1/4 qt 5 1/4 qt
Dry engine (engine overhaul) 7.6 8 qt
6 3/4 qt
Cooling system With reservoir at MAX level
14.4 3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 gal
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 2 1/8 pt 1 3/4 pt
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 gal
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb
Air conditioning system lubricants 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz

ACS-12
[ICC]
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT
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LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENTPFP:00026
Outline of Laser Beam Aiming Adjustment ProcedureEKS00BLN
CAUTION:

The laser beam aiming adjustment cannot be performed without CONSULT-II.

The laser beam aiming adjustment must be performed every time the ICC sensor is removed,
installed or has been moved as a result of a collision.
1. Prepare the vehicle and the work area.
2. Set up the ICC target board. For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
3. Adjust the sensor following the procedure on CONSULT-II.
4. Check system operation after the adjustment.
PreparationEKS00BLO

Place the vehicle on level ground. Shift the transmission into "P" position and release the parking brake.

Adjust the tire pressure to the specified value.

See that there is no load in the vehicle. Coolant, engine oil and fuel should be filled to correct level.

Check that the vehicle suspension has been adjusted to the standard height by the load leveling rear air
suspension system. Refer to RSU-12, "
Basic Inspection" .

Clean the sensor with a soft cloth.
Setting up the ICC Target BoardEKS00BLP
CAUTION:
Accuracy in setting up the ICC target board is essential for the laser beam aiming adjustment.
For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
ADJUSTING HEIGHT OF THE TARGET
1. Attach a triangle scale as shown.Tool number : KV99110100 (J-45718)
LKIA0632E
WKIA1849E

AT-12
A/T FLUID
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A/T FLUIDPFP:KLE40
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)ECS00EPX
1. Drive the vehicle to warm up the ATF to 80° C (176 ° F).
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the ATF level gauge bolt.
4. Drain the ATF from the drain plug hole and then install the drain plug with a new gasket. Refill the transmission with new ATF.
Always refill with the same volume as the drained ATF. Use the
ATF level gauge to check the ATF level as shown. Add ATF as
necessary.

To flush out the old ATF from the coolers, pour new ATF into the charging pipe with the engine idling
and at the same time drain the old ATF from the auxiliary transmission oil cooler hose return line.

When the color of the ATF coming out of the auxiliary transmission oil cooler hose return line is about
the same as the color of the new ATF, flushing out the old ATF is complete. The amount of new trans-
mission ATF used for flushing should be 30% to 50% of the specified capacity.
CAUTION:

Use only the specified ATF. Do not mix with other fluids.

Using an ATF other than the specified ATF will cause deterioration in driveability and automatic
transmission durability, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by
the warranty.

When filling the transmission with ATF, do not spill the ATF on any heat generating parts such
as the exhaust manifold.

Do not reuse the drain plug gasket.
5. Install the ATF level gauge in the ATF charging pipe and tighten the level gauge bolt to specification.
6. Drive the vehicle to warm up the ATF to 80 ° C (176 ° F).
7. Check the ATF level and condition. Refer to AT- 1 2 , "
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)" . If the
ATF is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 5.
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)ECS00EPY
1. Remove the ATF level gauge bolt.
2. Before driving, the ATF level can be checked at ATF tempera- tures of 30 ° to 50 °C (86 ° to 122 °F) using the “COLD” range on
the ATF level gauge as follows:
a. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
b. Start the engine and move the selector lever through each gear position. Shift the selector lever into the “P” position.
c. Check the ATF level with the engine idling.
d. Remove the ATF level gauge and wipe it clean with a lint-free paper.
CAUTION:
When wiping the ATF from the ATF level gauge, always use
a lint-free paper, not a cloth.Drain plug : Refer to
AT- 2 5 0 , "
Components" .
WLIA0014E
ATF type and capacity : Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
Drain plug : Refer to AT- 2 5 0 , "
Components" .
Level gauge bolt : Refer to AT- 2 5 0 , "
Components" .
WLIA0014E

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A/T FLUID
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To check the ATF level, insert the ATF level gauge until
the cap contacts the top of the charging pipe, with the
gauge reversed from the normal inserted position as
shown.
8. Check the ATF condition.

If the ATF is very dark or has some burned smell, there may be an internal problem with the transmis-
sion. Refer to AT- 1 7 6 , "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS" . Flush the transmission cooling
system after repairing the transmission.

If the ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), replace the radiator and flush the transmis-
sion cooler lines using cleaning solvent and compressed air after repairing the transmission.
9. Install the ATF level gauge in the ATF charging pipe and install the level gauge bolt.
10. Tighten the level gauge bolt to specification.
A/T Fluid Cooler CleaningECS00CDS
Whenever an automatic transmission is repaired, overhauled, or replaced, the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the
radiator must be inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can become trapped in the A/T fluid cooler. This debris can con-
taminate the newly serviced A/T or, in severe cases, can block or restrict the flow of A/T fluid. In either case,
malfunction of the newly serviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as A/T fluid enters the cooler inlet. It will be necessary to back flush the cooler
through the cooler outlet in order to flush out any built up debris.
A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Position an oil pan under the automatic transmission's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Identify the inlet and outlet fluid cooler hoses.
3. Disconnect the fluid cooler inlet and outlet rubber hoses from the steel cooler tubes or bypass valve.
NOTE:
Replace the cooler hoses if rubber material from the hose
remains on the tube fitting.
4. Allow any A/T fluid that remains in the cooler hoses to drain into the oil pan.
5. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:

Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying
the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.

Spray cooler cleaner only with adequate ventilation.

Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
SCIA1684E
Level gauge bolt: : Refer to AT- 2 5 0 , "Components" .
SCIA3830E
SCIA3831E

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Inspections Before Trouble DiagnosisECS00CEE
A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check

Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 2 , "Changing Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF)" .
Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/
T fluid temperature is 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F). Inspect the
amount of ATF. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
4. Engine start, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D”
position.
5. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the accelerator pedal.
6. Quickly read off the stall speed, then quickly remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
7. Move the selector lever to the “N” position.
Fluid condition Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state) Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudy Water in the fluidReplace the ATF and check for
places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/T
Replace the ATF and check for
improper operation of the A/T.
SAT638A
SAT647B
SCIA1224E
SAT514G

AT-56
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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4. CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Start the engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N ” position.
3. Release the parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “N” Position Vehicle Moves” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5. CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “D ” position.
When the transmission is shifted from
“N” to “D”, is there an excessive shock?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “Large Shock ("N" to "D" Position) on the diagnostics worksheet, then con- tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R ” position.
3. Release the brake for 4 to 5 seconds.
Does the vehicle creep backward?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward In "R" Position ” on the diagnostics
worksheet, then continue the road test.
7. CHECK “D” POSITION FUNCTIONS
Inspect whether the vehicle creeps forward when the transmission is put into the “D” position.
Does the vehicle creep forward in the
“D” positions?
YES >> Go to AT- 5 6 , "Cruise Test - Part 1" , AT- 5 8 , "Cruise Test - Part 2" , and AT- 5 9 , "Cruise Test - Part
3" .
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in "D" Position ” on the diagnostics work-
sheet, then continue the road test.
Cruise Test - Part 1ECS00CEH
1. CHECK STARTING OUT FROM D1
1. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to warm up the engine oil and ATF. Appropriate temperature for the ATF: 50 - 80° C (122 - 176°F)
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P ” position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D ” position.
6. Press the accelerator pedal about half way down to accelerate the vehicle.
With CONSULT-II
Read off the gear positions.
Starts from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot be Started From D1 ” on the diagnostics worksheet, then
continue the road test.

AT-68
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Slips/Will
Not
Engage When
“D ” position,
remains in 5th gear. ON vehicle1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT- 1 3 2

3. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valve AT- 1 5 9
,
AT- 1 4 3
4. Line pressure test AT- 5 2
5. CAN communication lineAT- 9 6
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 0
OFF vehicle7. Front brake (brake band)
AT- 2 6 48. Input clutchAT- 2 8 6
9. Gear systemAT- 2 5 0
10. High and low reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
23Vehicle cannot be
started from D
1 .
Refer to AT-191, "
Vehi-
cle Cannot Be Started
From D1" . ON vehicle
1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Accelerator pedal position sensorAT- 1 2 4
3. Line pressure test AT- 5 2
4. CAN communication lineAT- 9 6
5. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 0
OFF vehicle6. Torque converter
AT- 2 6 4
7. Oil pump assemblyAT- 2 8 2
8. 3rd one-way clutchAT- 2 8 4
9. 1st one-way clutchAT- 2 9 1
10. Gear systemAT- 2 5 0
11. Reverse brakeAT- 2 6 4
12. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7
, AT- 1 8 .) AT- 2 6 4
13. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7
, AT- 1 8
.) AT- 2 6 4
24Does not lock-up.
Refer to
AT-203, "A/T
Does Not Perform
Lock-up" . ON vehicle1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
3. Engine speed signalAT- 11 6
4. Turbine revolution sensorAT- 1 0 9
5. Torque converter clutch solenoid valve AT- 11 8
6. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
7. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 0
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT- 2 6 49. Oil pump assemblyAT- 2 8 2
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Slips/Will
Not
engage Does not hold lock-up
condition.
Refer to
AT-205, "A/T
Does Not Hold Lock-
up Condition" . ON vehicle 1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
3. Engine speed signalAT- 11 6
4. Turbine revolution sensorAT-109
5. Torque converter clutch solenoid valve AT- 11 8
6. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
7. Control valve with TCMAT-230
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT-2649. Oil pump assemblyAT-282
26Lock-up is not
released.
Refer to
AT-207,
"Lock-up Is Not
Released" . ON vehicle1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
3. Engine speed signalAT- 11 6
4. Turbine revolution sensorAT-109
5. Torque converter clutch solenoid valve AT- 11 8
6. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
7. Control valve with TCMAT-230
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT-2649. Oil pump assemblyAT-282
27No shock at all or the
clutch slips when
vehicle changes
speed D
1 →
D2 . ON vehicle
1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT-132
3. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valve AT-163,
AT-147
4. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
5. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
6. Control valve with TCMAT-230
OFF vehicle7. Torque converter
AT-264
8. Oil pump assemblyAT-282
9. 3rd one-way clutchAT-284
10. Gear systemAT-250
11. Direct clutchAT-298
12. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT- 1 7
, AT- 1 8
.) AT-264
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Slips/Will
Not
engage No shock at all or the
clutch slips when
vehicle changes
speed D
2
→ D3 . ON vehicle
1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT- 1 3 2
3. ATF pressure switch 6, high and low reverse clutch sole-
noid valve AT- 1 6 5,
AT- 1 5 1
4. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
5. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 0
OFF vehicle7. Torque converter
AT- 2 6 4
8. Oil pump assemblyAT- 2 8 2
9. 3rd one-way clutchAT- 2 8 4
10. Gear systemAT- 2 5 0
11. High and low reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
12. Forward one- way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7
, AT- 1 8 .) AT- 2 6 4
13. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7
, AT- 1 8
.) AT- 2 6 4
29No shock at all or the
clutch slips when
vehicle changes
speed D
3
→ D4 . ON vehicle 1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT- 1 3 2
3. ATF pressure switch 3 and input clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 6 1,
AT- 1 3 9

4. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valve AT- 1 5 9
,
AT- 1 4 3
5. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
6. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
7. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 0
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT- 2 6 4
9. Oil pump assemblyAT- 2 8 2
10. Input clutchAT- 2 8 6
11. Gear systemAT- 2 5 0
12. High and low reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
13. Direct clutchAT- 2 9 8
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Slips/Will
Not
engage No shock at all or the
clutch slips when
vehicle changes
speed D
4 →
D5 . ON vehicle 1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT-132
3. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valve AT-159,
AT-143
4. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valve AT-163,
AT-147
5. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
6. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
7. Control valve with TCMAT-230
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT-264
9. Oil pump assemblyAT-282
10. Front brake (brake band)AT-264
11. Input clutchAT-286
12. Gear systemAT-250
13. High and low reverse clutchAT-296
31When you press the
accelerator pedal and
shift speed D5 →
D4
the engine idles or the
transmission slips. ON vehicle
1. Fluid level and state
AT- 5 1
2. Vehicle speed sensor A/T and vehicle speed sensor MTRAT- 111,
AT-132
3. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valve AT-159,
AT-143
4. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valve AT-163,
AT-147
5. CAN communication line AT- 9 6
6. Line pressure testAT- 5 2
7. Control valve with TCMAT-230
OFF vehicle8. Torque converter
AT-264
9. Oil pump assemblyAT-282
10. Input clutchAT-286
11. Gear systemAT-250
12. High and low reverse clutchAT-296
13. Direct clutchAT-298
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