INFINITI QX56 2007 Factory Service Manual

FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
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4. Slide a piece of dual-wall heat shrink tubing (provided in the pas-
senger air bag service kit) onto each wire of the previously used
vehicle wiring harness.
5. Fold each wire back and insert into the end of the heat shrink
tubing so that the end of the wire is approximately centered in
the heat shrink tubing.
6. Use a heat gun to shrink the heat shrink tubing and seal the wire.
7. Use electrical tape to secure the modified circuits to the outside of the wiring harness.
8. Locate the front passenger air bag service replacement connec-
tor that is taped back to the main harness. Unwrap the tape to
access the yellow service replacement connector and remove
the dust cover from the connector.
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SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532876
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect SRS component connectors. If a direct-
connect harness connector is damaged, the harness must be replaced.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
1. Remove headlining. Refer to EI-37
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2. Disconnect front and rear side curtain air bag module connectors.
• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-6, "
Direct-connect SRS
Component Connectors" .
3. Remove the bolts in order starting at the front or rear, and remove the side curtain air bag module.
CAUTION:
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
• Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into air bag module or harness connectors.
• Do not disassemble air bag module.
• Do not expose the air bag module to temperatures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
• Replace side curtain air bag module if it has been dropped or
sustained an impact.
• Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
air bag module.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. Rear side curtain air bag module
connector2. Front side curtain air bag module
connector⇐Vehicle front
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SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG MODULE
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• For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-6, "Direct-connect SRS Compo-
nent Connectors" .
• After replacement of side curtain air bag module, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is
detected. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .

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CRASH ZONE SENSOR
CRASH ZONE SENSOR
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove front grille. Refer to EI-16
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3. Disconnect the crash zone sensor harness connector.
4. Remove crash zone sensor nuts.
CAUTION:
• Replace crash zone sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
• Do not disassemble crash zone sensor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is complete, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-20,
"SRS Operation Check" .
LHIA0056E

SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
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SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove seat belt pre-tensioner. Refer to SB-3, "
Removal and
Installation of Front Seat Belt" .
3. Remove side air bag (satellite) sensor nuts.
4. Disconnect the side air bag (satellite) sensor harness connector.
CAUTION:
• Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.
• Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.
• Do not disassemble side air bag (satellite) sensor.
• Replace side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
LHIA0062E

SRS-46
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FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER
FRONT SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER
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For removal and installation procedures for seat belt and seat belt buckle pre-tensioners, refer to SB-3,
"Removal and Installation of Front Seat Belt" .

DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003532880
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors for each air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
3. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10
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4. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors.
5. Remove bolts from the diagnosis sensor unit.
CAUTION:
• Do not use old bolts; replace with new bolts.
• Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to ensure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace with new one.
• Replace diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
CAUTION:
• The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark "⇐" pointing toward the
front of the vehicle for proper operation.
ECU DISCRIMINATED NO.
After replacing the diagnosis sensor unit, confirm that the diagnosis sensor unit identification is correct for the
vehicle as equipped. Refer to SRS-17, "
CONSULT-II Function (AIR BAG)" .
1. Diagnostic sensor unit⇐Vehicle front
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OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT
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The occupant classification control unit, occupant classification (pressure) sensor, and bladder are an integral
part of the front passenger seat cushion and are replaced as an assembly. Refer to SE-83, "
Removal and
Installation" to remove the seat, and SE-85, "Disassembly and Assembly" to replace the seat cushion.

COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Frontal CollisionINFOID:0000000003532882
Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag
has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for dam-
age, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment
with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air
bag moduleIf the front passenger
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors
for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with
the instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fas-
teners.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air
bags or seat belt pre-
tensioners* have
been activated:
REPLACE the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new fas-
teners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, termi-
nals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone
sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tension-
er assemblies
(All applicable loca-
tions: buckle, reel, lap
outer)If either the driver or
passenger seat belt
pre-tensioner* has
been activated:
REPLACE all seat
belt pre-tensioner as-
semblies with new
fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner
assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS com-
ponents have been
activated:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit.
Install with new fas-
teners.If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.

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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
For Side and Rollover Collision
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Check the SRS components using the following table.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-
20, "SRS Operation Check" .
WHEN SRS IS ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Replace the following components:
- Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
- Diagnosis sensor unit
- (LH or RH) side air bag (satellite) sensor (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
2. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- Replace any SRS components and the related parts showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks,
deformation).
3. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
WHEN SRS IS NOT ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
- If the front seat back assembly is damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.
2. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral
cable.If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
Occupant classifica-
tion system (Passen-
ger seat)1. Remove passenger seat.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged — REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
Harness and connec-
tors1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any SRS har-
ness.
Instrument panel If the passenger front
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instru-
ment panel assembly.If the passenger front air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the instrument panel. Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated