ECO mode INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Service Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCEMA-7
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NOTE:
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts i
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damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(4) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months. Use only Genu ine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coo lant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory-fill coolant.
(5) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perfo rm
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and inter vals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary.
Fuel filter NOTE (3) —
Engine coolant* NOTE (4) MA-13
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-17
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
NISSAN engine oil filter or
equivalent.)R R RRRRRR
MA-18
Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped
type)Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).
MA-19
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (5)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section -
Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, which-
ever comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 33.75
(54)
27 37.5
(60)
30 41.25
(66)
33 45
(72)
36 48.75
(78)
39 52.5
(84)
42 56.25
(90)
45 60
(96)
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Reference
Section -
Page or - Con- tent Title
Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months,
whichever comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 3.75
(6)
3 7.50
(12)
6 11 . 2 5
(18)
9 15
(24)
12 18.75
(30)
15 22.5
(36)
18 26.25
(42)
21 30
(48)
24
Brake lines & cables I I MA-28
Brake fluid R RMA-28
Brake pads & rotors I I I IMA-30
BR-16
BR-18
BR-16
BR-18
Transfer fluid & differential
gear oil
NOTE (1) I I MA-21MA-24
MA-25
Automatic transmission flu-
id
NOTE (2)
—
Steering gear & linkage,
axle & suspension parts IIII
MA-31
MA-32
Tire rotation NOTE (3) MA-4WT-63
Drive shaft boots and pro-
peller shaft (4WD models) IIII MA-33MA-22
MA-23
MA-23
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NOTE:
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace the drive belts i
f found
damaged or if the auto belt tensioner reading reaches the maximum limit.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, refer to FL section.
(3) First replacement interval is 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or 84 months. After first replacement, replace every 75,000 miles (120,000
km) or 60 months. Use only Genu ine NISSAN Long Life Antifreeze/Coo lant (blue) or equivalent with proper mixture ratio of 50% anti-
freeze and 50% demineralized or distilled water. Mixing any other type of coolant or the use of non-distilled water will reduce the life
expectancy of the factory-fill coolant.
(4) Periodic maintenance is not required. However, if valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by INFINITI for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perfo rm
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and inter vals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspec t. Correct or replace if necessary.
NOTE:
(1) Automatic transmission fluid is maintenance-free.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.
Engine oil R R R R R R R R
MA-17
Engine oil filter (Use genuine
NISSAN engine oil filter or equiv-
alent.)RRRR R RRR
MA-18
Spark plugs (Iridium-tipped type) Replace every 105,000 miles (168,000 km). MA-19
Intake & exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (4)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or -
Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months 7.5
(12)
6 15
(24)
12 22.5
(36)
18 30
(48)
24 37.5
(60)
30 45
(72)
36 52.5
(84)
42 60
(96)
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MAINTENANCE OPERATION MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference Sec-
tion - Page or - Content Title
Perform at number of miles, kilo-
meters or months, whichever
comes first. Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000) Months 7.5
(12) 6 15
(24) 12 22.5
(36) 18 30
(48) 24 37.5
(60) 30 45
(72) 36 52.5
(84) 42 60
(96) 48
Brake lines & cables I I I I MA-28
Brake fluid R RMA-28
Brake pads & rotors I I I IMA-30
BR-16
BR-18
BR-16
BR-18
Transfer fluid & differential gear
oil
IIIIMA-21MA-24
MA-25
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1)
—
Steering gear & linkage, axle &
suspension parts II
MA-31
MA-32
Tire rotation NOTE (2) MA-4WT-63
Drive shaft boots and propeller
shaft (4WD models) IIIIMA-33MA-22
MA-23
MA-23
Exhaust system I I
MA-21
In-cabin microfilter R R R RVTL-17
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MWI
COMPONENT PARTSMWI-7
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METER SYSTEM : Com ponent DescriptionINFOID:0000000006221691
CLOCK
Unit Description
Combination meter Controls the following with the signals received from each unit via CAN communication and the sig-
nals from switches and sensors.
 Speedometer
 Tachometer
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
 Fuel gauge
 Engine oil pressure gauge
 Voltmeter
 Warning lamps
 Indicator lamps
 Meter illumination control
 Meter effect function
 Information display
Trip computer switch Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Enter switch signal
 Select switch signal
Trip reset and illumination con-
trol switch Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Trip reset switch signal
 Illumination control switch signal (+)
 Illumination control switch signal (
−)
ECM Transmits the following signals to the combination meter via CAN communication.
 Engine speed signal
 Engine coolant temperature signal
 Engine status signal
 Fuel consumption monitor signal
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) Transmits the vehicle speed signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
IPDM E/R Transmits the oil pressure switch signal to the BCM via CAN communication.
BCM Transmits the following signals to the combination meter via CAN communication.
 Oil pressure switch signal
 Position light request signal
 Dimmer signal
 Door switch signal
 Meter ring illumination request signal
 Starter relay status signal
TCM Transmits the shift position signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
A/T shift selector Transmits the following signals to the combination meter.
 Manual mode signal
 Non-manual mode signal
 Manual mode shift up signal
 Manual mode shift down signal
Fuel level sensor unit Transmits the fuel level sensor signal to the combination meter.
Oil pressure switch Transmits the oil pressure switch signal to the IPDM E/R.
Ambient sensor Transmits the ambient sensor signal to the combination meter.
A/C auto amp. Transmits the A/C auto amp. connection recognition signal to the combination meter.
Parking brake switch Transmits the parking brake switch signal to the combination meter.
Washer level switch Transmits the washer level switch signal to the combination meter.
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MWI
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (COMBINATION METER)
MWI-29
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (COMBINATION METER)
On Board Diagnosis FunctionINFOID:0000000006221719
ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS ITEM
The combination meter allows the following diagnosis items with the on-board diagnosis function.
METHOD OF STARTING
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. While pressing the trip reset switch (1), turn ignition switch ON.
3. If the diagnosis function is activated with “trip A” displayed, the
mileage on “trip A” is reset to “0000.0”. (The same way for “trip
B”.)
4. Make sure that the trip meter displays “0000.0”.
5. Press the trip reset switch at least 3 times. (Wit hin 7 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON.)
6. The combination meter is turned to self-diagnosis mode.  Speedometer, tachometer, engine coolant temper ature gauge, fuel gauge, engine oil pressure gauge,
and voltmeter return to zero, simultaneously.
 The dot matrix dots on the information display (1) blink alter-
nately.
NOTE:
 Check combination meter power supply and ground circuit when the self-diagnosis mode of the combi- nation meter does not start. Replace combination meter if power supply and ground circuit are normal.
 If any of the dots are not displayed, replace combination meter.
Diagnosis item
Drive circuit check  Speedometer
 Tachometer
 Engine coolant temperature gauge
 Fuel gauge
 Engine oil pressure gauge
 Voltmeter
LCD (liquid crystal display) check Information display
JSNIA2978ZZ
JSNIA0020GB
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MWI
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (COMBINATION METER)
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*: DDS (hill descent control) NOTE:
Some items are not available according to vehicle specification.
SPECIAL FUNCTION
Special menu
W/L ON HISTORY
 Stores histories when warning/indicator lamp is turned on.
 “W/L ON HISTORY” indicates the “TIME” when the warning/ indicator lamp is turned on.
 The “TIME” above is:
- 0: The condition that the warning/indicator lamp has been turned on 1 or more times after starting the engine and waiting for 30 seconds.
- 1 - 39: The number of times the engine was restarted after the 0 condition.
- NO W/L ON HISTORY: Stores NO (0) turning on history of warning/indicator lamp.
NOTE:
 W/L ON HISTORY is not stored for approximately 30 seconds after the engine starts.
 Brake warning lamp does not store any history when the parking brake is applied or the brake fluid level gets
low.
Display Item
AT SFT DWN SW
[On/Off] Status of manual mode shift down switch.
PKB SW
[On/Off] Status of parking brake switch.
BUCKLE SW
[On/Off] Status of seat belt buckle switch (driver side).
BRAKE OIL SW
[On/Off] Status of brake fluid level switch.
A/C AMP CONN
[Off] This item is displayed, but cannot be monitored.
ENTER SW
[On/Off] Status of (ENTER) switch.
SELECT SW
[On/Off] Status of (SELECT) switch.
DISTANCE
[km] Value of distance to empty calculated by combination meter.
OUTSIDE TEMP
[ ° C or °F] Ambient temperature value converted from ambient sensor signal received from
ambient sensor.
NOTE:
This may not match with the temperature value indicated on the information dis-
play. (Because the information display value is a corrected value from the ambient
sensor input value.)
FUEL LOW SIG
[On/Off] Status of fuel level low warning signal to output to AV control unit via CAN com-
munication.
TOW MODE IND
[On/Off] Status of TOW mode indicator lamp judged from TOW mode indicator lamp signal
received from TCM with CAN communication line.
BUZZER
[On/Off] XBuzzer status (in the combination meter) is detected from the buzzer output signal
received from each unit via CAN communication and the warning output condition
of the combination meter.
Display item [Unit]
MAIN
SIGNALS Description
Display item Description
W/L ON HISTORY Lighting history of warning lamp and indicator lamp can be checked.
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MWI
COMBINATION METERMWI-43
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DTC IndexINFOID:0000000006221723
Warning lamp/indicator lamp ABS warning lamp
The lamp turns ON by suspending communication.
VDC warning lamp
Brake warning lamp
IBA OFF indicator lamp
4WD warning lamp
Malfunction indicator lamp
VDC OFF indicator lamp
CRUISE warning lamp
Low tire pressure warning lamp The lamp blinking caused by suspending communication.
High beam indicator lamp
The lamp turns OFF by suspending communication.
Turn signal indicator lamp
Tail lamp indicator lamp
A/T CHECK indicator lamp
Key warning lamp
AT P w a r n i n g l a m p
Lane departure warning lamp
LDP ON indicator lamp
CRUISE indicator lamp
Oil pressure warning lamp
SNOW mode indicator lamp
TOW mode indicator lamp
CK SUSP indicator lamp
BSW indicator lamp
Function Specifications
Display contents of CONSULT-III Diagnostic item is detected when... Refer to
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000] When combination meter is not transmitting or receiving CAN communication signal
for 2 seconds or more. MWI-59,
"Diagnosis
Procedure"
CONTROL UNIT (CAN)
[U1010]
When detecting error during the initial diagnosis of the CAN controller of combina-
tion meter. MWI-60, "Diagnosis
Procedure"
VEHICLE SPEED
[B2205]
The abnormal vehicle speed signal is input from the ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) for
2 seconds or more. MWI-61, "Diagnosis
Procedure"
ENGINE SPEED
[B2267]
If ECM continuously transmits abnormal engine speed signals for 2 seconds or
more. MWI-62, "Diagnosis
Procedure"
WATER TEMP
[B2268]
If ECM continuously transmits abnormal engine coolant temperature signals for 60
seconds or more. MWI-63, "Diagnosis
Procedure"
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PCS
SYSTEMPCS-7
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IGNITION RELAY MALFUNCTION DETECTION FUNCTION
 IPDM E/R monitors the voltage at the contact circuit and
excitation coil circuit of the ignition relay inside it.
 IPDM E/R judges the ignition relay error if the volt age differs between the contact circuit and the excitation
coil circuit.
 If the ignition relay cannot turn OFF due to contact seizure, it activates the tail lamp relay for 10 minutes to alert the user to the ignition relay malfunc tion when the ignition switch is turned OFF.
FRONT WIPER PROTECTION FUNCTION
IPDM E/R detects front wiper stop position by a front wiper stop position signal.
When a front wiper stop position signal is in the conditi ons listed below, IPDM E/R stops power supply to wiper
after repeating a front wiper 10 seconds activation and 20 seconds stop.
NOTE:
This operation status can be confirmed on the IPDM E/ R “Data Monitor” that displays “BLOCK” for the item
“WIP PROT” while the wiper is stopped.
STARTER MOTOR PROTECTION FUNCTION
IPDM E/R turns OFF the starter control relay to protect the starter motor when the starter control relay remains
active for 90 seconds.
POWER CONTROL SYSTEM
Control part Fail-safe operation
Headlamp  Turns ON the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
 Turns OFF the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
 Headlamp high relay OFF
Parking lamp
 License plate lamp
 Illumination
 Tail lamp  Turns ON the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
 Turns OFF the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
Front wiper motor  The status just before activation of fail-safe control is maintained until the ignition switch is
turned OFF while the front wiper is operating at LO or HI speed.
 The wiper is operated at LO speed until the ignition switch is turned OFF if the fail-safe con- trol is activated while the front wiper is set in the INT mode and the front wiper motor is op-
erating.
 Return automatically wiper to stop position when ignition switch is turned ON if fail-safe con- trol is activated while front wiper motor is operated and wiper stops in the other position than
stop position.
Front fog lamp Front fog lamp relay OFF
Horn Horn OFF
Ignition relay The status just before activation of fail-safe is maintained.
Starter motor Starter control relay OFF
Steering lock unit Steering lock relay OFF
Voltage judgment IPDM E/R judgment Operation
Ignition relay contact side Ignition relay excitation coil
side
ON ON Ignition relay ON normal —
OFF OFF Ignition relay OFF normal —
ON OFF Ignition relay ON stuck  Detects DTC “B2098: IGN RELAY ON”
 Turns ON the tail lamp relay for 10 min-
utes
OFF ON Ignition relay OFF stuck Detects DTC “B2099: IGN RELAY OFF”
Ignition switch Front wiper switch Front wiper stop position signal
ON OFF
The front wiper stop position signal (stop position) cannot be input for
10 seconds.
ON The front wiper stop position signal does not change for 10 seconds.
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PCS-16
< ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION >[IPDM E/R]
IPDM E/R
ST/INHI RLYIgnition switch ON Off
At engine cranking INHI ON
→ ST ON
The status of starter relay or starter control relay cannot be recognized by
the battery voltage malfunction, etc. when the starter relay is ON and the
starter control relay is OFF. UNKWN
DETENT SW Ignition switch ON  Pull the selector lever with selec-
tor lever in P position.
 Selector lever in any position oth-
er than P. Off
Release the selector lever with selector lever in P position. On
S/L RLY -REQ None of the conditions below are present. Off
 Open the driver door after the ignition switch is turned OFF (for a few
seconds).
 Press the push-button ignition switch when the steering lock is activat-
ed. On
S/L STATE Steering lock is locked. LOCK
Steering lock is unlocked. UNLK
[DTC: B210A] is detected. UNKWN
OIL P SW Ignition switch OFF or ACC
Open
Ignition switch ON (engine running)
Ignition switch ON (engine stopped) Close
HOOD SW Close the hood Off
Open the hood On
HL WASHER REQ Not operating Off
Headlamp washer operating On
THFT HRN REQ Not operation Off
 Panic alarm is activated
 Theft warning alarm is activated
On
HORN CHIRP Not operation Off
Door locking with Intelligent Key (horn chirp mode) On
Monitor Item Condition Value/Status
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PCS
IPDM E/RPCS-21
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Fail-SafeINFOID:0000000006220173
CAN COMMUNICATION CONTROL
When CAN communication with ECM and BCM is impossible,
IPDM E/R performs fail-safe control. After CAN
communication recovers normally, it also returns to normal control.
If No CAN Communication Is Available With ECM
If No CAN Communication Is Available With BCM
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(SB) Ground
Push-button ignition
switch InputPress the push-button ignition switch 0 V
Release the push-button ignition switch 12 V
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(O) Ground Ignition relay monitor Input Ignition switch OFF or ACC 12 V
Ignition switch ON 0 V
69
(W/B) Ground Ignition power supply Output Ignition switch OFF or ACC 0 V
Ignition switch ON Battery voltage
72
(Y/R) Ground Cooling fan control Output Ignition switch
OFF 5 V
ACC 0 V
ON
2. 5 V
Engine running
Te r m i n a l N O .
(Wire color) Description
Condition Va l u e
(Approx.)
Signal name Input/
Output
+–
JMMIA0404GB
Control part Fail-safe operation
Cooling fan  Transmits the pulse duty signal (PWM signal) 100% when the ignition switch is turned ON.
 Transmits the pulse duty signal (PWM signal)
0% when the ignition switch is turned OFF.
A/C compressor A/C relay OFF
Alternator Transmits the power generation command signal (PWM signal) 0%
Control part Fail-safe operation
Headlamp  Turns ON the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
 Turns OFF the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
 Headlamp high relay OFF
Parking lamp
 License plate lamp
 Illumination
 Tail lamp
 Side marker lamp  Turns ON the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
 Turns OFF the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
Front wiper motor  The status just before activation of fail-safe control is maintained until the ignition switch is
turned OFF while the front wiper is operating at LO or HI speed.
 The wiper is operated at LO speed until the ignition switch is turned OFF if the fail-safe con-
trol is activated while the front wiper is set in the INT mode and the front wiper motor is op-
erating.
 Return automatically wiper to stop position when ignition switch is turned ON if fail-safe con-
trol is activated while front wiper motor is operated and wiper stops in the other position than
stop position.
Front fog lamp Front fog lamp relay OFF
Horn Horn OFF
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PCS-28
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >[IPDM E/R]
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT
DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006220176
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication
line for real time applications. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Modern
vehicle is equipped with many electronic control unit, and each control unit shares information and links with
other control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected
with 2 communication lines (CAN-H line, CAN-L line) al lowing a high rate of information transmission with less
wiring. Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
CAN Communication Signal Chart. Refer to LAN-28, "
CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM : CAN Communica-
tion Signal Chart".
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006220177
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006220178
1.PERFORM SELF DIAGNOSTIC
1. Turn the ignition switch ON and wait for 2 seconds or more.
2. Check “Self Diagnostic Result” of IPDM E/R.
Is DTC
“U1000” displayed?
YES >> Refer to LAN-18, "Trouble Diagnosis Flow Chart".
NO >> Refer to GI-40, "
Intermittent Incident".
DTCCONSULT-III display
description DTC Detection Condit
ion Possible cause
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When IPDM E/R cannot communicate CAN communi-
cation signal continuously for 2 seconds or more CAN communication system
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