tires INFINITI QX56 2004 Factory Owner's Guide

RAX-4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartEDS001AS
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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RAX-8—
RAX-5—
RFD-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-3, "
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PR-3, "
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BR-5, "
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PS-5, "
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
PROPELLER SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise×× ×× ×× ×××××
Shake× × ×× × ×××××
Vibration×× ×× × × × ×
Shimmy×× ×××××
Shudder× × ×× ××
Poor quality ride or handling×× ×× ×× ×

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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RFD-17RFD-19RFD-19RFD-12—
MA-10, "
Fluids and Lubricants
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PR-3, "
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FA X - 4
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WT-3, "
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WT-3, "
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FA X - 4 , "
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RAX-4, "
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BR-5, "
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PS-5, "
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Rough gear tooth
Improper gear contact
Tooth surfaces worn
Incorrect backlash
Companion flange excessive runout
Improper gear oil
PROPELLER SHAFT
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom FINAL DRIVE Noise×××××××××××××

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EES0010X
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WA RN ING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Rear SuspensionEES0010Y

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.

Caulking nuts are not reusable. Always use new caulking nuts for installation. New caulking nuts are pre-
oiled, do not apply any additional lubrication.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisEES0010Z
When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:

GI-15, "How to Read Wiring Diagrams".

PG-4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" for power distribution circuit.
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:

GI-11, "How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses".

GI-27, "How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident".

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartEES00111
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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RSU-25RSU-34
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RSU-25
RSU-27RSU-41
PR-3, "
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RFD-5, "
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FAX -4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-4, "
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WT-3, "
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WT-3, "
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RAX-4, "
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PS-5, "
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BR-5, "
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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
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
SymptomNoise×××××× ××× ×××××
Shake×××× × × × ×××××
Vibration××××× × × × × ×
Shimmy×××× × × ×× ××
Shudder ××× × ×× ××
Poor quality ride or handling××××× ×× × ××

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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Wheel Alignment InspectionEES0011H
Rear Wheel Alignment Adjusting Bolts
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WA RN ING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface. Use CONSULT-II "EXHAUST SOLE-
NOID" active test to release the air pressure from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specification, inspect and replace any damaged or worn rear 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 runout and damage. Refer to WT-4, "
Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play.
5. Check the shock absorbers. Refer to RSU-26, "
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION" .
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 RSU-48, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .

Verify the vehicle height 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.
WEIA0102E
1. Rear lower link adjusting bolt, LH 2. Front lower link adjusting bolt, LH 3. Front lower link adjusting bolt, RH
4. Rear lower link adjusting bolt, RH
Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)

RSU-28
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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Check with the manufacturer of your specific alignment machine for their recommended Service/Cali-
bration Schedule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT: Use only the alignment specifications listed in this Service Manual. Refer to RSU-47, "Wheel
Alignment" .
1. When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.

The alignment specifications programmed into your alignment machine that operate these indicators
may not be correct.

This may result in an ERROR.
2. Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-
pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). Do NOT use this “Rolling Compensation”
method.

Use the “Jacking Compensation” method. After installing the alignment targets or head units, raise the
vehicle and rotate the wheels 1/2 turn both ways.

See Instructions in the alignment machine you are using for more information.
CAMBER
1. Measure camber of both the right and left wheels with a suitable
alignment gauge and adjust as necessary to specification.
2. If outside of the specified value, adjust the camber using the
adjusting bolt in the front lower link.
CAUTION:
After adjusting the camber then check the toe-in.
NOTE:
Camber changes about 5' minutes with each graduation of the
adjusting bolt.
3. Tighten the adjusting bolt nuts to specification.
TOE-IN
1. Bounce the rear of the vehicle up and down two to three times to stabilize the vehicle height. Refer to
RSU-48, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1 )" .
2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft).
3. Put a mark on the base line of the tread (rear side) of both of the
tires at the same height as the center of the hub. This will be the
measuring points.
4. Measure the distance “A” (rear side) across from tire to tire.Camber : Refer to RSU-47, "
Wheel Alignment" .
SRA0 96 A
LEIA0041E
SFA614B

REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER
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INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

When raising the rear suspension member assembly, use the
locating pins to align the rear suspension member to the vehicle
body.

When installing the upper and lower rubber seats for the rear
coil springs, the arrow embossed on the rubber seats must point
out toward the wheel and tire assembly.

To connect the rear load leveling air suspension hoses, the lock
ring must be fully seated in the fitting. Insert the hose “B” into the
lock ring “A” until the lock ring “A” is touching the hose “B” as
shown. Pull on the hose to check that it is securely inserted.

Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushing) under unladen condition
with the tires on level ground.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-47, "Wheel Alignment" .
LEIA0083E
LEIA0076E
LEIA0078E

RSU-36
SUSPENSION ARM
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Check the ball joint. Replace the suspension arm assembly if
any of the following conditions exist:
–Ball stud is worn.
–Joint is hard to swing.
–Play in axial direction is excessive.
NOTE:
Measurement point “A” is at the bolt groove of the ball stud.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-25, "Components" .

Perform the final tightening of the nuts and bolts for the links (rubber bushings) under unladen condition
with the tires on level ground.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-27, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" . Swinging force “A” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
Turning force “B” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
Vertical end play “C” : Refer to RSU-47, "
Ball Joint" .
SFA858A

RSU-38
FRONT LOWER LINK
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NOTE:
Measurement point “A” is at the bolt groove of the ball stud.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to RSU-25, "Components" .

Perform the final tightening of the front lower link nuts and bolts (with rubber bushings) under unladen
condition with tires on level ground.

Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-27, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" .

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INDICATIONS OF 4WD WARNING LAMP
*: When 4WD warning lamp is ON, all the 4WD shift indicator lamps turn OFF.
CAN CommunicationEDS0017P
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Refer to LAN-5, "CAN COMMUNICATION" .
WDIA0075E
Condition Content 4WD warning lamp
During self-diagnosis Indicates the malfunction position by number of flickers. Flickers at malfunction mode.
Lamp check*Checks the lamp by turning ON during engine starting. After
engine starts, it turns OFF if there are no malfunctions.ON
Malfunction in 4WD system*Turns ON to indicate malfunction. When ignition switch is
turned to “OFF” or the malfunction is corrected, it turns OFF.ON
When vehicle is driven with different
diameters of front and rear tiresFlickers once every 2 seconds.
Turns OFF when ignition switch is “OFF”.Flickers once every 2 sec-
onds.
High fluid temperature in transfer unitWhen fluid temperature is high or fluid temperature sensor cir-
cuit is shorted, it flickers twice every second.
It turns OFF when fluid temperature becomes normal.Flickers twice a second.
Other than above (System is nor-
mal.)Lamp is OFF. OFF