boot INFINITI QX56 2004 Factory User Guide

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DRIVE SHAFT
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten wheel nuts to specification. Refer to WT-6, "Rotation" .
Disassembly and AssemblyEDS001B6
DISASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the
drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands.
3. Remove the stopper ring with a flat-bladed screwdriver as
shown, and pull the housing off.
1. Sliding joint housing 2. Snap ring 3. Ball cage, steel ball, inner race assembly
4. Stopper ring 5. Boot band 6. Boot
7. Drive shaft 8. Circlip 9. Joint sub-assembly
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4. Remove the snap ring, then remove the ball cage, steel ball,
inner race assembly from the drive shaft.
5. Remove the boot from the drive shaft.
6. Remove any old grease on the housing using paper towels.
Wheel Side
1. Mount the drive shaft in a vise.
CAUTION:
When mounting the drive shaft in a vise, use copper or aluminum plates between the vise and the
drive shaft.
2. Remove the boot bands, then remove the boot from the joint sub-assembly.
3. Screw a suitable drive shaft puller 30 mm (1.18 in) or more into
the threaded part of the joint sub-assembly. Pull the joint sub-
assembly off of the drive shaft as shown.
NOTE:
Align the sliding hammer and drive shaft and remove the joint
sub-assembly by pulling directly.
CAUTION:

If the joint sub-assembly cannot be removed after five or
more attempts, replace the drive shaft and joint sub-
assembly as a set.
4. Remove the boot from the drive shaft.
5. Remove the circlip from the drive shaft.
6. While rotating the ball cage, remove any old grease from the joint sub-assembly using paper towels.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Drive Shaft

Replace the drive shaft if there is any runout, cracking, or other damage.
Joint Sub-assembly

Check for any rough rotation or unusual axial looseness.

Clean any foreign material from inside the joint sub-assembly.

Check for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.
CAUTION:
If any defective conditions are found in the joint sub-assembly components, replace the entire
joint sub-assembly.
Sliding Joint Side Housing

Check for any compression scars, cracks, fractures, or unusual wear on the ball rolling surface.

Check for any damage to the drive shaft screws.

Check for any deformation of the boot installation components.
Ball Cage

Check the sliding surface for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.
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Steel Ball

Check for any compression scars, cracks, fractures, or unusual wear.
Inner Race

Check the ball sliding surface for any compression scars, cracks, or fractures.

Check for any damage to the serrated part.
CAUTION:
If any defective conditions are found, install a new housing, ball cage, steel ball, and inner race as
a set.
ASSEMBLY
Final Drive Side
1. Wrap the serrated part of the drive shaft with tape. Install the
boot band and boot to drive shaft.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot band and boot and use a new one for
assembly.
2. Remove the tape wound around the serrated part of the drive shaft.
3. Install the ball cage, steel ball, and inner race assembly on the
drive shaft, and secure them tightly using the snap ring.
NOTE:
Discard the old snap ring and use a new one for assembly.
4. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, onto the housing (indicated by * marks), and install it
onto shaft. Refer to MA-10, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND
LUBRICANTS" .
5. Install the stopper ring onto the housing.
6. After installation, pull on the shaft to check engagement between the sliding joint and the stopper ring.
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Grease capacity : 130 − 150 g (4.58 − 5.29 oz)
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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 flat-tip screwdriver or similar tool into the big end
of the boot. 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 to touch the tip of the screwdriver to the inside of the boot.
9. Secure the big 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 joint
sub-assembly serration hole until the grease begins to ooze
from the ball groove and serration hole. Refer to MA-10, "
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)
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4. Attach the circlip to the drive shaft. The circlip must fit securely
into the drive shaft groove. Attach the nut to the joint sub-assem-
bly.
Use a soft hammer to press-fit the circlip.
NOTE:
Discard the old circlip and use a new one for assembly.
5. Insert the specified quantity of Genuine NISSAN Grease or
equivalent, into the joint sub-assembly and the large end of the
boot. Refer to MA-10, "
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .
6. Install the boot securely into the grooves (indicated by the *
marks) as shown.
CAUTION:
If there is grease on the boot mounting surfaces (indicated
by the * marks) of the drive shaft and joint sub-assembly,
the boot may come off. Remove all grease from the drive
shaft surfaces.
7. Check that the boot installation length “L” is the specified length.
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver or similar tool into the big end of the
boot. Bleed the air from the boot to prevent boot deformation.
CAUTION:

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

Do not contact inside surface of boot with the tip of the screwdriver.
8. Secure the big and small ends of the boot using new boot bands
as shown.
NOTE:
Discard the old boot bands and use new ones for assembly.
9. After installing the joint sub-assembly to the drive shaft, rotate the boot to check that it is positioned cor-
rectly. If the boot is not positioned correctly, reposition the boot and secure the boot using a new boot
band.Grease capacity : 145 − 165 g (5.11 − 5.82 oz)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
Wheel BearingEDS001AN
Drive ShaftEDS001AO
Wheel bearing axial end play 0.05 mm (0.002 in) or less
Drive shaft joint typeFinal drive side Rzeppa
Wheel side Rzeppa
GreaseQualityNissan 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)
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KNUCKLE
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7. Disconnect steering outer socket from steering knuckle using
Tool. Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to threads and to prevent Tool from
coming off suddenly, temporarily install mounting nut
loosely.
8. Remove drive shaft, if equipped. Refer to FAX-7, "
Removal and Installation" .
9. Remove wheel hub and bearing assembly bolts using power tool.
10. Remove splash guard and wheel hub and bearing assembly from steering knuckle.
11. Support lower link using a suitable jack.
12. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint.
13. Separate upper link ball joint from steering knuckle using Tool.
14. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool. Then
remove steering knuckle from lower link ball joint.
15. 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" . Tool number : HT72520000 (J-25730-A)
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Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
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ComponentsEAS001QX

THE LARGE ILLUSTRATIONS are exploded views (see the following) and contain tightening torques,
lubrication points, section number of the PA R T S C ATA L O G (e.g. SEC. 440) and other information neces-
sary to perform repairs.
The illustrations should be used in reference to service matters only. When ordering parts, refer to the
appropriate PA R T S C ATA L O G .
Components shown in an illustration may be identified by a circled number. When this style of illustration
is used, the text description of the components will follow the illustration.
SYMBOLS
1. Union bolt 2. Copper washer 3. Brake hose
4. Cap 5. Bleed valve 6. Sliding pin bolt
7. Piston seal 8. Piston 9. Piston boot
10. Cylinder body 11. Sliding pin 12. Torque member mounting bolt
13. Washer 14. Sliding pin boot 15. Bushing
16. Torque member 17. Inner shim cover 18. Inner shim
19. Inner pad 20. Pad retainer 21. Pad wear sensor
22. Outer pad 23. Outer shim 24. Outer shim cover
1: PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease
or silicone-based grease2: Rubber grease : Brake fluid
Refer to GI section for additional symbol definitions.
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
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(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) If operating mainly in dusty conditions, more frequent maintenance may be required.
(3) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to the FL section.
(4) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(5) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required.
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. L = Lubricate. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only. 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)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-12
Air cleaner filter NOTE (2) [R]MA-15
EVAP vapor linesI*MA-19
Fuel linesI*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (3)—
Engine coolant NOTE (4) R*MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-16
Spark plugs (double PLATI-
NUM-TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-17
Intake and exhaust valve
clearance*NOTE (5)EM-52
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section
- Page
or
- Content
Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months3.75
(6)
37.5
(12)
611 . 2 5
(18)
915
(24)
1218.75
(30)
1522.5
(36)
1826.25
(42)
2130
(48)
24
Brake lines and cables I IMA-27
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I I MA-21
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension
partsIIIIMA-28,
MA-29
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-27
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-24
Exhaust system I I I IMA-21
In-cabin microfilter R RAT C - 1 4 2

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(1) If towing a trailer, or using a car-top carrier, or driving on rough or muddy roads, change (not just inspect) oil at every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km) or 24 months.
(2) Refer to “Tire rotation” under the “General maintenance” heading earlier in this section.
Schedule 2ELS00102
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Abbreviations: R = Replace. I = Inspect. Correct or replace if necessary. [ ]: At the mileage intervals only
(1) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, inspect every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months. Replace drive belts if damaged.
(2) Maintenance-free item. For service procedures, go to FL section.
(3) After 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months, replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months.
(4) If valve noise increases, inspect valve clearance.
* Maintenance items and intervals with “*” are recommended by NISSAN for reliable vehicle operation. The owner need not perform
such maintenance in order to maintain the emission warranty or manufacturer recall liability. Other maintenance items and intervals are
required. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section
- Page
or
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Title Perform at number of miles, kilometers or
months, whichever comes first.Miles x
1,000
(km x
1,000)
Months33.75
(54)
2737.5
(60)
3041.25
(66)
3345
(72)
3648.75
(78)
3952.5
(84)
4256.25
(90)
4560
(96)
48
Brake lines and cables I IMA-27
Brake pads and rotors I I I IMA-28
Automatic transmission fluid NOTE (1) I IMA-21
Transfer fluid and front final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Rear final drive oil NOTE (1) I IMA-24,
MA-24
Steering gear, linkage, axle, and suspension
partsII IIMA-28,
MA-29
Tire Rotation NOTE (2)MA-27
Drive shaft boots and propeller shaft (4WD) I I I IMA-24
Exhaust system I I I IMA-21
In-cabin microfilter R RAT C - 1 4 2
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVAL
Reference
Section - Page
or - Content
Title Perform at number of miles,
kilometers or months, whichever
comes first.Miles x 1,000
(km x 1,000)
Months7.5
(12)
615
(24)
1222.5
(36)
1830
(48)
2437.5
(60)
3045
(72)
3652.5
(84)
4260
(96)
48
Drive belts NOTE (1) I*MA-12
Air cleaner filter [R] [R]MA-15
EVAP vapor lines I* I*MA-19
Fuel lines I* I*MA-15
Fuel filter NOTE (2)—
Engine coolant NOTE (3) R*MA-12
Engine oil R R R R R R R RMA-16
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R RMA-16
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-
TIPPED type)Replace every 105,000 miles (169,000 km).MA-17
Intake and exhaust valve clear-
ance*NOTE (4)EM-52