suspension INFINITI QX56 2008 Factory Owner's Guide

NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGRAX-5
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHN ESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001534575
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: Applicable
Reference page
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RAX-10RAX-7—
RAX-8—
DLN-240, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RSU-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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DLN-192, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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ST-12, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS
Excessive joint angle
Joint sliding resistance
Imbalance
Improper installation, looseness
Parts interference
DIFFERENTIAL
FRONT AXLE
FRONT SUSPENSION
REAR SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
PROPELLER SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise
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Shake × × ×× ×× ×××××
Vibration ×× ××× ××× ×
Shimmy ×× ×× ×× ××
Shudder × ××××××
Poor quality ride or handling ×× ××× ×× ×
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SECTION RSU
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REAR SUSPENSION
PRECAUTION ....... ........................................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Precaution for Rear Suspension ......................... ......3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ......4
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...............................5
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ .....
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......5
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .....................6
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ................ .....6
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ..................... ......6
Wheel Alignment Inspection ......................................6
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ..................................9
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ................ .....9
Component .......................................................... ......9
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............11
REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER .................... ....11
Removal and Installation .........................................11
SHOCK ABSORBER ........................................15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....15
SUSPENSION ARM ..........................................16
Removal and Installation .........................................16
FRONT LOWER LINK .......................................18
Removal and Installation .........................................18
REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING .............20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
STABILIZER BAR .............................................22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
REAR LOAD LEVELING AIR SUSPENSION
COMPRESSOR ASSEMBLY ............................
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Removal and Installation .........................................23
CONTROL UNIT ................................................25
Removal and Installation .........................................25
Initialization Procedure ............................................25
HEIGHT SENSOR .............................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Wheel Alignment ................................................. ....28
Ball Joint ..................................................................28
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1) ................................29
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PRECAUTIONSRSU-3
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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Rear SuspensionINFOID:0000000001534647
• 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 immediately.
• 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.
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RSU-4
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001534648
Tool nameDescription
Power tool • Removing wheel nuts
• Removing brake caliper assembly
• Removing rear suspension component
parts
PBIC0190E
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGRSU-5
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHN ESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
NVH Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001534649
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
×: ApplicableReference page
RSU-9RSU-6—
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RSU-9RSU-6RSU-6
DLN-192, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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DLN-240, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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FSU-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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WT-41, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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RAX-5, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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BR-6, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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ST-12, "
NVH Troubleshooting Chart
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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
FRONT SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
BRAKES
STEERING
Symptom Noise
×××××× ××× ××××××
Shake ×××× × × × ××××××
Vibration ××××× × × ×× × ×
Shimmy ×××× × × ××× ××
Shudder ××× × ××× ××
Poor quality ride or handling ××××× ×× × ×××
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RSU-6
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000001534667
Check all of the component mountings for any excessive looseness, or back lash. Check the components for
any excessive wear, damage, or abnormal conditions. Repair or replace the components as necessary.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
• Check the shock absorbers for any air leaks or damage, and replace as necessary.
• Check the hoses for any air leaks or damage, and replace as necessary.
Wheel Alignment InspectionINFOID:0000000001534668
Rear Wheel Alignment Adjusting Bolts
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
WARNING:
Always adjust the alignment with the vehicle on a flat surface. Use CONSULT-III “EXHAUST SOLE-
NOID” active test to release the air pressure from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
NOTE:
If alignment is out of specificat ion, 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-45, "
Inspection" .
4. Check the wheel bearing axial end play.
5. Check the shock absorbers. Refer to RSU-15, "
Removal and Installation" .
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-29, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1)" .
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)
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYRSU-7
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• If vehicle height is not within ± 10 mm (0.39 in) of the specification, perform the control unit initialization
procedure. Refer to SCS-7, "
CONSULT-III Function" .
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. A Four-Wheel Thrust Alignment should be performed.
• This type of alignment is re commended 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 ca pable 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.
• Check with the manufacturer of your specific a lignment 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-28, "Wheel
Alignment" .
1. When displaying the alignment settings, many alignm ent 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 0 ° 5' with each graduation of the adjust-
ing 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-29, "
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1)" .
2. Push the vehicle straight ahead about 5 m (16 ft). Camber : Refer to
RSU-28, "
Wheel Alignment" .
SRA096A
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RSU-8
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
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.
5. Push the vehicle slowly ahead to rotate the wheels 180 ° (a half
turn).
If the wheels are rotated more than 180° (a half turn), then
repeat the above steps. Never push the vehicle backward.
6. Measure the distance “B” (front side) across from tire to tire.
7. If the toe-in is outside the specified value, adjust the toe-in using the adjusting bolt in the rear lower link.
CAUTION:
Be sure to adjust equally on RH and LH sides using the
adjusting bolt.
NOTE:
Toe changes about 1.5 mm (0.059 in) [one side] with each grad-
uation of the adjusting bolt.
8. Tighten the adjusting bolt nuts to specification.
SFA614B
Total toe-in : Refer to RSU-28, "Wheel Alignment" .
SFA234AC
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLYRSU-9
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
ComponentINFOID:0000000004900756
Rear Suspension
AWEIA0164GB
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RSU-10
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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
Rear Load Leveling Air Suspension System
1. Seat belt latch anchor2. Stabilizer bar bushing3. Stabilizer bar clamp
4. Stabilizer bar 5. Connecting rod 6. Front lower link
7. Knuckle 8. Bushing9. Rear lower link
10. Shock absorber 11. Suspension arm12. Lower rubber seat
13. Coil spring 14. Upper rubber seat15. Rear suspension member
16. Spare tire bracket 17. Bound bumper Front
AWEIA0054GB
1. Rear load leveling air suspension
hose, RH 2. Shock absorber, RH
3. Height sensor
4. Rear load leveling air suspension hose, LH 5. Shock absorber, LH
6. Rear load leveling air suspension
compressor assembly
Front
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