steering wheel INFINITI QX56 2006 Factory Repair Manual

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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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4WD MODELS
INFINITI does not recommend towing automatic transmission
equipped vehicles with the drive wheels on the ground.
CAUTION:

Never tow 4WD models with any of the wheels on the
ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage
to the transfer case and transmission.
To w i n g P o i n t
CAUTION:
Never tow the vehicle using only the towing points. To avoid
damaging the vehicle body, use proper towing equipment when
towing.
Vehicle Recovery (Freeing a stuck vehicle)EAS001FZ

Tow chains or cables must be attached only to the main structural members of the vehicle or the
towing hooks (if so equipped). Otherwise, the vehicle body will be damaged.

Use the towing hook (if so equipped) only to free a vehicle stuck in sand, snow, mud, etc. Never
tow the vehicle for a long distance using only the towing hook.

The towing hook is under tremendous force when used to free a stuck vehicle. Never pull the hook
at an angle.

Always pull the cable straight out from the front or rear of the vehicle.

Pulling devices should be routed so they do not touch any part of the suspension, steering, brake,
or cooling systems.

Pulling devices such as ropes or canvas straps are not recommended for use in vehicle towing or
recovery.
WARNING:

Stand clear of a stuck vehicle.

Do not spin your tires at high speed. This could cause them to explode and result in serious injury.
Parts of your vehicle could also overheat and be damaged.
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Rear combination lamp removal and installation ... LT-
125
Rear cover packing replacement diff. ..............
RFD-28
Rear door ........................................... BL-128, GW-68
Rear seat belt ...................................................... SB-6
Rear suspension ............................................. RSU-26
Rear view monitor ............................................... DI-73
Rear washer .................................................... WW-32
Rear window defogger ..................................... GW-74
Rear wiper ....................................................... WW-32
Refrigerant connection precaution .................... ATC-7
Refrigerant discharging evacuating charging ATC-171
Refrigerant general precaution .......................... ATC-6
Refrigerant lines ........... ATC-171, ATC-179, ATC-180
Refrigerant pressure sensor ............ EC-630, ATC-182
Relay box .......................................................... PG-78
Remote keyless entry system ............................ BL-44
Removal and installation (A/T) ........... AT-243, AT-246
Removal and installation (Transfer) ................. TF-145
Ring gear diff. inspection ................................. RFD-18
Road wheel size ................................................. GI-50
Rocker cover ..................................................... EM-35
Room lamp ....................................................... LT-134
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ........................ LT-134
ROOM/L - Wiring diagram ................................ LT-140
RP/SEN - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-631
S
SAE J1979 - Service $01 - 09 ........................... EC-48
SEAT - Wiring diagram ..................................... SE-83
Seat belt inspection ............................... SB-11, MA-32
Seat belt pre-tensioner .................................... SRS-57
Seat belt, front ..................................................... SB-3
Seat belt, rear ...................................................... SB-6
Seat, front .......................................................... SE-91
Self-diagnosis (Transfer) .................................... TF-50
SEN/PW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-461
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ................................... AT-222
Shift control (Transfer) ....................... TF-149, TF-176
Shift lock system .............................................. AT-221
Shock absorber (front) .................................... FSU-11
Shock absorber (rear) ..................................... RSU-35
Side air bag (satellite) sensor .......................... SRS-56
Side curtain air bag ......................................... SRS-53
Side trim .............................................................. EI-35
SMJ (super multiple junction) ............................ PG-74
SONAR - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-63
Spare tire size .................................................... GI-50
Spark plug ......................................................... EM-29
Spark plug replacement .................................... MA-18
Specification value .......................................... EC-134
Speedometer ......................................................... DI-5
Spiral cable ..................................................... SRS-48
SROOF - Wiring diagram .................................. RF-13
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint System ...... SRS-5
SRS - Wiring diagram ..................................... SRS-12
SRS Trouble diagnoses .................................... SRS-8
Stabilizer bar (front) ......................................... FSU-12
Stabilizer bar (rear) ......................................... RSU-42
Stall test (A/T) .................................................... AT-51
Standardized relay ............................................. PG-72
START - Wiring diagram ................................... SC-11
Starting system .................................................. SC-10
Steering gear, linkage and transfer gear inspection .....
MA-29
Steering linkage ................................................. PS-15
Steering wheel and column ................................. PS-7
Step lamp ......................................................... LT-135
Stop lamp ......................................................... LT-106
Stop lamp switch ................. EC-511, EC-523, EC-586
STOP/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-107
Strut (front) ...................................................... FSU-10
STSIG - Wiring diagram .................................. AT-101
Sub-oil pump (Transfer) ...................... TF-154, TF-167
Sun gear (Transfer) ............................ TF-149, TF-176
Sun roof, electric ................................................ RF-10
Sunload sensor .............................................. ATC-140
Sunroof .............................................................. RF-24
Supplemental Restraint System ........................ SRS-5
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring diagram . SRS-
12
Symbols and abbreviations ..................... GI-10, GI-23
Symptom matrix chart ........................................ EC-92
System readiness test (SRT) code .................... EC-54
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Tachometer .......................................................... DI-5
Tail lamp ........................................................... LT-111
TAIL/L - Wiring diagram .................................... LT-113
TCM circuit diagram .......................................... AT-50
TCM inspection table ......................................... AT-83
TCS - Wiring diagram ..................................... BRC-16
TCS (traction control system) ........................... BRC-7
TCS component parts and connector location BRC-14
TCS wheel sensors ........................................ BRC-14
Telephone .......................................................... AV-64
Theft warning system - See Vehicle security (Theft warn-
ing) system ......................................................... BL-75
Thermometer ...................................................... DI-26
Three way catalyst ............................................. EM-21
Three way catalyst function (Bank 1) .............. EC-354
Three way catalyst function (Bank 2) .............. EC-354
Three way catalyst precautions ............................ GI-5
Throttle control motor ...................................... EC-540
Throttle control motor relay .............................. EC-528
Throttle position sensor (TPS) ... EC-198, EC-320, EC-
483, EC-485, EC-560
Throttle valve closed position learning .............. EC-78
Tie-rod ............................................................... PS-15
Timing chain ...................................................... EM-37
Tire rotation ....................................................... MA-28
Tire size .............................................................. GI-50
Torque converter installation AT-244, AT-245, AT-248,
AT-249
Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve .... AT-118, AT-
120

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CAN COMMUNICATION
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System DescriptionUKS000NU
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, 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) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
Component Parts and Harness Connector LocationUKS004R0
1. ECM E162. IPDM E/R E122 3. ICC sensor E42 (with ICC)
4. Display control unit M95 5. Combination meter M24 6. ABS actuator and electric unit (con-
trol unit) E125
7. BCM M18 8. Data link connector M22 9. Steering angle sensor M47
10. Driver seat control unit P2 11. ICC unit B13 (with ICC) 12. Air bag diagnosis sensor unit M35
13. A/T assembly F9 14. Front air control M50 15. Transfer control unit E142 (with 4−
wheel drive)
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
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PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 4
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..... 4
GENERAL MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 5
General Maintenance .......................................... ..... 5
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE .................................. ..... 7
Introduction of Periodic Maintenance .................. ..... 7
Maintenance For Off-road Driving (4WD only) .... ..... 7
Schedule 1 .......................................................... ..... 7
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 7
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ..... 8
Schedule 2 .......................................................... ..... 9
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTE-
NANCE ............................................................. ..... 9
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE .......... ... 10
RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ... ....11
Fluids and Lubricants .......................................... .... 11
SAE Viscosity Number ........................................ ... 12
GASOLINE ENGINE OIL ................................. ... 12
ANTI-FREEZE COOLANT MIXTURE RATIO .. ... 12
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ...................................... ... 13
Checking Drive Belts ........................................... ... 13
DRIVE BELT TENSION ................................... ... 13
Changing Engine Coolant ................................... ... 13
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT ...................... ... 13
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT ..................... ... 14
FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM ...................... ... 15
Checking Fuel Lines ............................................ ... 16
Changing Fuel Filter ............................................ ... 16
Changing Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... ... 16
VISCOUS PAPER TYPE .................................. ... 16
Changing Engine Oil ........................................... ... 17
Changing Oil Filter .............................................. ... 17
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 17
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 17INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 18
Changing Spark Plugs ......................................... ... 18
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 19
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... ... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 19
Checking EVAP Vapor Lines ............................... ... 20
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE ................ ... 21
Changing In-cabin Microfilter ............................... ... 21
Checking Exhaust System ................................... ... 22
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .... ... 22
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ... ... 24
Changing Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 24
DRAINING ........................................................ ... 24
FILLING ............................................................ ... 25
Checking Transfer Fluid ...................................... ... 25
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ............. ... 25
Checking Propeller Shaft ..................................... ... 25
Checking Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 25
Changing Final Drive Oil ...................................... ... 26
Balancing Wheels ................................................ ... 26
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 26
WHEEL BALANCE ADJUSTMENT .................. ... 26
Tire Rotation ........................................................ ... 28
Checking Brake Fluid Level and Leaks ............... ... 28
Checking Brake Lines and Cables ...................... ... 28
Checking Disc Brake ........................................... ... 28
ROTOR ............................................................. ... 28
CALIPER .......................................................... ... 29
PAD .................................................................. ... 29
Checking Steering Gear and Linkage .................. ... 29
STEERING GEAR ............................................... 29
STEERING LINKAGE ......................................... 29
Checking Power Steering Fluid and Lines ........... ... 29
CHECKING FLUID LEVEL ............................... ... 29
CHECKING LINES ........................................... ... 30
Checking Axle and Suspension Parts ................. ... 30
FRONT AND REAR AXLE AND SUSPENSION
PARTS .............................................................. ... 30
DRIVE SHAFT .................................................. ... 30

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General MaintenanceELS001BI
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owner can perform these
checks and inspections or have their INFINITI dealers perform them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the
vehicle, etc. Item
Reference page
Tires Check the pressure with a gauge at least once a month and always prior to a
long distance trip. Adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear. —
Wheel lug nuts When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any
loose nuts. Tighten if necessary. WT-7, "
Rotation"
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). WT-7, "
Rotation"
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel
balancing may be needed. WT-6, "Balancing
Wheels", FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment"
Windshield wiper
blades
Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
—
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the back
hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary.
Make sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the pri-
mary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently. MA-31, "
Lubricating
Locks, Hinges and Hood
Latches"
Lamps
Make sure that the head lamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head
lamp aim. Clean the head lamps on a regular basis. LT-29, "Aiming Adjust-
ment" for US, LT-46,
"Aiming Adjustment" for
Canada
Item Reference page
Warning lamps and
buzzers/chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating properly.
DI-25, "
Electrical Com-
ponents Inspection"
Windshield wiper and
washerCheck that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.
—
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steering
condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises. PS-7, "
CHECKING
STEERING WHEEL
PLAY"
Seats
Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seat back recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every
position. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that
the locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the
latches lock securely for folding-down rear seat backs. —
Seat belts Check that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage. SB-11, "
Seat Belt
Inspection", MA-32,
"Checking Seat Belts,
Buckles, Retractors,
Anchors and Adjusters"
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. —

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Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
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PR-4
(front)
PR-8 (rear)
PR-4 (front)
PR-8 (rear)
PR-4 (front)
PR-8 (rear)
FFD-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RFD-7, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RAX-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-4, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PR-3, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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PS-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and suspected parts
Uneven rotation torque
Rotation imbalance
Excessive run out
Differential
Axle
Suspension
Tires
Road wheel
Drive shaft
Brakes
Steering
Symptom Noise
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Shake ×××××××
Vibration ××××××××

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PRECAUTIONS .....................................................
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 2
Precautions for Steering System ......................... ..... 2
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 3
Special Service Tools (SST) ................................ ..... 3
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 4
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 5
POWER STEERING FLUID ................................... ..... 6
Checking Fluid Level ........................................... ..... 6
Checking Fluid Leakage ...................................... ..... 6
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System ............................ ..... 6
STEERING WHEEL .................................................... 7 On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ..................... ..... 7
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION . ..... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY ........... ..... 7
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION ON STEER-
ING WHEEL ..................................................... ..... 7
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE ............................................................. ..... 7
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE ..... 8
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 8
REMOVAL ........................................................ ..... 8
INSTALLATION ................................................ ..... 8
TILT SYSTEM ............................................................. 9 Removal and Installation ..................................... ..... 9
TILT MOTOR AND TILT SENSOR ................... ..... 9
STEERING COLUMN ............................................ ... 10
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 10
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 10
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL .................... .... 11
INSTALLATION ................................................ .... 11INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION .............
... 12
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 13
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 13
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 14
INSPECTION AFTER ASSEMBLY ................... ... 14
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ......... ... 15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 15
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 16
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION ............. ... 17
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 17
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 17
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 18
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 19
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP ............................ ... 21
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ...................... ... 21
CHECKING RELIEF OIL PRESSURE ............. ... 21
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 21
REMOVAL ........................................................ ... 21
INSTALLATION ................................................ ... 21
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ... 22
INSPECTION BEFORE DISASSEMBLY .......... ... 22
DISASSEMBLY ................................................ ... 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............. ... 22
ASSEMBLY ...................................................... ... 22
HYDRAULIC LINE ................................................. ... 23
Removal and Installation ..................................... ... 23
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ... ... 25
Steering Wheel .................................................... ... 25
Steering Column .................................................. ... 25
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ............. ... 26
Steering Gear ...................................................... ... 27
Oil Pump ................................................................. 27
Steering Fluid .......................................................... 27

PREPARATIONPS-3
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Special Service Tools (SST)EGS00121
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST3127 S000
(See J-25765-A)
Preload gauge
1. GG9103000
(J-25765-A)
Torque wrench
2. HT62940000
( — )
Socket adapter
3. HT62900000
( — )
Socket adapter Inspecting of pinion rotating torque and rota-
tional torque for ball joint
HT72520000
(J-25730-A)
Ball joint remover Removing steering outer socket
1. KV48105300-4 and 5295262U10
( — )
Connector A and O-ring
2. KV48105300-3 and 5295262U00
( — )
Eye-bolt and O-ring
3. KV48103500
(J-26357 and J-26357-10)
Pressure gauge and shut-off valve
4. KV48105300-1 and 5295262U00
( — )
Connector B and O-ring
5. KV48105300-2
( — )
Nut Measuring oil pump relief pressure
KV481J0010
(J-1859-A)
Steering wheel puller Removing steering wheel
KV481J0020
(J-42578)
Steering wheel puller legs Removing steering wheel
S-NT541
NT146
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PREPARATION
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KV40107300
(— ) Crimping boot bands
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(J-44372)
Spring gauge Measuring steering wheel turning force
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description
ZZA1229D
LST024
Tool name
Description
Power tool Removing nuts and bolts
PBIC0190E