air condition INFINITI QX56 2008 Factory Service Manual

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-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 MEMBER
• When raising the rear suspension member assembly, use thelocating 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 fitt ing. 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 (unladen condition means that the fuel tank, engine cool ant and lubricants are at the full specification, and
the spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in t heir designated positions) with the tires on level ground.
• Check the wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-6, "
Wheel Alignment Inspection" .
LEIA0083E
LEIA0076E
LEIA0078E
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CONTROL UNITRSU-25
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CONTROL UNIT
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000004900764
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear LH interior trim panel. Refer to INT-14, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
3. Disconnect the suspension control unit electrical connector.
4. Remove the two bolts and remove the suspension control unit.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Initialization ProcedureINFOID:0000000004900765
1. If control unit has been replaced, proceed to step 2. If control unit has not been replaced, use CONSULT-
III “CLEAR HEIGHT INI” work support function to cl ear initialization flag and value. The CK SUSP warning
lamp should illuminate. Using CONSULT-III “EXHAUST SOLENOID” active test, release the air pressure
from the rear load leveling air suspension system.
2. Roll vehicle forward and backward.
3. Use CONSULT-III “ADJUST HEIGHT INI” work support function to set initialization condition.
4. Confirm that CK SUSP warning lamp is OFF.
LEIA0100E
Suspension control unit bolt s : 6 N·m (0.6 kg-m, 53 in-lb)
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (SUSPENSION CONTROL UNIT)
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (SUS PENSION CONTROL UNIT)
CONSULT-III FunctionINFOID:0000000001731959
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
WORK SUPPORT
Display Item List
SELF-DIAG RESULTS
Display Item List
Refer to SCS-33, "DTC Index".
DATA MONITOR
Display Item List
ACTIVE TEST
CAUTION:
Do not perform active test while driving.
Display Item List
AIR LEVELIZER diagno sis mode Description
WORK SUPPORT Supports inspection and adjustment. Commands are transmitted to the suspension control
unit for setting the status suitable for required operation, input/output signals are received
from the suspension control unit and received data is displayed.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays suspension control unit self-diagnosis results.
DATA MONITOR Displays suspension control unit input/output data in real time.
ACTIVE TEST Operation of electrical loads can be checked by sending drive signal to them.
ECU PART NUMBER The part number of suspension control unit can be checked.
ItemDescription Condition
STANDARD HEIGHT LEVEL Resets the vehicle height to the initialization flag
setting stored in the suspension control unit. Vehicle unladen, set in a horizontal position and
not moving.
NOTE:
Do not take your eyes off the vehicle while CON-
SULT-III is processing.
ADJUST HEIGHT INI Sets the height initialization flag in the suspen-
sion control unit when the control unit has been
replaced or when the initialization flag has been
cleared using the "CLEAR HEIGHT INI" proce-
dure. Vehicle unladen, move vehicle forward and back-
ward approx. 5 m (16.4 ft) and rock vehicle side
to side.
NOTE:
Do not move vehicle wh
ile CONSULT-III is pro-
cessing.
CLEAR HEIGHT INI Clears the initialization flag in the suspension
control unit. Vehicle unladen.
Display item [unit]
ALL
SIGNALS SELECTION FROM MENU
HEIGT SEN [V] XX
HEIGT CALC [mm] XX
SEN FIX TIME [HR] XX
HEIGT INI VAL [V] XX
COMPRESSOR [ON/OFF] XX
EXH SOLENOID [ON/OFF] XX
ACG L [ON/OFF] XX
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SUSPENSION CONTROL UNITSCS-27
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ECU DIAGNOSIS
SUSPENSION CONTROL UNIT
Reference ValueINFOID:0000000001731999
TERMINAL LAYOUT
PHYSICAL VALUES
ALNIA0660GB
Te r m i n a l
(Wire color) Description
ConditionReference value
(Approx.)
+ – Signal nameInput/
Output
1
(V) Ground Compressor relay output Output Ignition
switch
ON Air levelizer ra
ising vehicle
ride height Battery voltage
3
(W) Ground Height sensor input
InputIgnition
switch ON —
0.2V - 4.8V
5
(R) Ground VREF output (height sen-
sor) OutputIgnition
switch ON —5
V
6
(G/R) Ground IGN power supply
InputIgnition
switch
ON or
START —
Battery voltage
7
(W/L) Ground BAT power supply
InputIgnition
switch
OFF —
Battery voltage
8
(G/W) Ground Diagnostic K-line Input/
Output ——
—
9
(SB) Ground Exhaust valve output Output Ignition
switch ON Air levelizer lo
wering vehi-
cle ride height (venting) Battery voltage
10
(BR) Ground Warning lamp output Output Ignition
switch ON Warning lamp ON
0V
Warning lamp OFF Battery voltage
14
(L) Ground Height sensor ground Output Ignition
switch
ON —
Less than 0.2V
15
(BR/W) Ground Generator input
InputIgnition
switch ON Charge light ON
0V
Charge light OFF Battery voltage
16
(B) Ground Suspension control unit
ground InputIgnition
switch ON —
Less than 0.2V
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PRECAUTIONSSCS-39
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PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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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 severi ty 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 w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, 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 performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Rear SuspensionINFOID:0000000001732010
• When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with thetires 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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THIRD ROW POWER FOLDING SEAT WILL STOP SHORT OF IT’S FULLY UP
OR DOWN POSITION.
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THIRD ROW POWER FOLDING SEAT WI LL STOP SHORT OF IT’S FULLY
UP OR DOWN POSITION.
Third Row Power Folding Se at Stops Short of its Fully Up or Down Position
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1.PRELIMINARY CHECK
Perform preliminary check. Refer to SE-5, "
Preliminary Check".
Are inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform repairs as necessary.
2.CHECK HISTORY
Check to see if a previous normal seat foldi ng operation was interrupted due to low voltage condition.
Was voltage interrupted?
YES >> Perform learn procedure by operating affected seat until seat reaches full open/closed position.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.THIRD ROW POWER FOLDING SEAT MOTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect third row power folding seat motor harness connec- tor and third row power folding seat control unit harness connec-
tor.
3. Check continuity between third row power folding seat motor
harness connector B403 (LH) or B426 (RH) terminals 1, 2 and
third row power folding seat control unit harness connector ter-
minals 10, 15 (LH) or 9, 15 (RH).
Is there continuity?
YES >> Replace affected third row power folding seat motor. Refer to SE-60, "Exploded View".
NO >> Repair circuits as necessary.
Te r m i n a l s Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
A: B401 9 (RH)
C: B426 (RH)
1
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10 (LH)
C: B403 (LH)
B: B402 15 (LH/RH) C: B426 (RH)
2
C: B403 (LH)
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESSE-37
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work FlowINFOID:0000000001606202
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interv iew to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to SE-41, "
Diagnostic Worksheet". This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.
• The customer may not be able to provide a detailed descr iption or the location of the noise. Attempt to obtain
all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).
• If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer is
concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.
• After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.
• Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard surfaces
= higher pitch noise/softer surfaces = lower pitch noises/edge to surface = chirping.
• Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow mo vement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity.
• Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contac t/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
• Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/someti mes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
• Tick—(Like a clock second hand) Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of li ght materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
• Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise) Thump characteristics include softer k nock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
• Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.
• Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may judge as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.
• Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or lo cation of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
SBT842
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
• Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
• If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the v ehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, chec k ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follo w the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
• removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fasteners can be broken
or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
• tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only tem-
porarily.
• feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
• placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
• looking for loose components and contact marks. Refer to SE-39, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE
• If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
• If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
- separate components by repositioning or loos ening and retightening the component, if possible.
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is av ailable through your authorized NISSAN Parts Depart-
ment.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 ×135 mm (3.94× 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 ×85 mm (2.36 ×3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15 ×25
mm (0.59× 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 ×50 mm (1.97 ×1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50× 50 mm (1.97 ×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 ×50 mm (1.18 ×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movemen t does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 ×25 mm (0.59× 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in ) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for inst rument panel applications.
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