wiper blades INFINITI QX56 2006 Factory Service Manual

GENERAL MAINTENANCEMA-5
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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.
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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.
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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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FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM
Revision: November 20092006 QX56
Front Wiper Arms EKS00GBH
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal
1. Remove wiper arm covers and wiper arm nuts.
2. Remove front RH wiper arm and front LH wiper arm.
3. Remove front RH blade assembly and front LH blade assembly.
Installation
1. Operate wiper motor one full cycle, then turn "OFF" (Auto Stop).
2. Clean up the pivot area as shown. This will reduce possibility of
wiper arm looseness.
3. Install front RH blade assembly and front LH blade assembly.
4. Install front RH wiper arm and front LH wiper arm.
5. Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque, and install wiper arm covers.
6. Ensure that wiper blades stop within proper clearance. Refer to WW-28, "
FRONT WIPER ARM ADJUST-
MENT" .
FRONT WIPER ARM ADJUSTMENT
1. Operate wiper motor one full cycle, then turn "OFF" (Auto Stop).
2. Lift the wiper blade up and then rest it onto glass surface, check
the blade clearance "L1" and "L2".
3. Remove wiper arm covers and wiper arm nuts.
4. Adjust front wiper arms on wiper motor pivot shafts to obtain above specified blade clearances.
5. Tighten wiper arm nuts to specified torque, and install wiper arm covers.
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Front wiper arm nuts : 23.6 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)
Clearance "L1" : 41.5 - 56.5 mm (1.634 - 2.224 in)
Clearance "L2" : 52.5 - 67.5 mm (2.067 - 2.657 in)
SEL543TA
Front wiper arm nuts : 23.6 N·m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb)

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Wiper Motor and Linkage EKS00BE5
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cowl top. Refer to EI-18, "COWL TOP" .
2. Remove wiper frame bolts, and remove wiper frame assembly.
3. Remove wiper motor from wiper frame assembly.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:

Do not drop the wiper motor or cause it to contact other parts.

Check the grease conditions of the motor arm and wiper link joint(s). Apply grease if necessary.
1. Connect wiper motor to connector. Turn the wiper switch ON to operate wiper motor, then turn the wiper switch OFF (auto stop).
2. Disconnect wiper motor connector.
3. Install wiper motor to wiper frame assembly, and install wiper frame assembly.
4. Install cowl top. Refer to EI-18, "
COWL TOP" .
5. Ensure that wiper blades stop within proper clearance. Refer to WW-28, "
FRONT WIPER ARM ADJUST-
MENT" .
Washer Nozzle Adjustment EKS00BE6

This vehicle is equipped with non-adjustable washer nozzles.

If not satisfied with washer fluid spray coverage, confirm that the
washer nozzle is installed correctly.

If the washer nozzle is installed correctly, and the washer fluid
spray coverage is not satisfactory, replace washer nozzle.
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1. Wiper arm covers2. Wiper arm nuts3. Front RH wiper arm and blade assembly
4. Wiper frame bolts 5. Wiper frame assembly 6. Wiper motor to frame bolts
7. Wiper motor spacer 8. Wiper motor9. Front LH wiper arm and blade assembly
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