engine coolant INFINITI QX56 2008 Factory Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX56
2008
Unit: mm (in)
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Front Wheel Alignment (Unladen*1)INFOID:0000000006237759
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Target value 37° 31 ′ (37.52 °)
*3: Target value 33 ° 59 ′ (33.98 °)
*4: Target value 37 ° 44 ′ (37.73 °)
*5: Target value 33 ° 29 ′ (33.48 °)
*6: Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable) lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and ca ster on
these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and washers with adjustable (cam) bolts and washers. Make
NGK
Model Standard model
Standard type* DILFR5A-11
Gap (Nominal) 1.1 (0.043)
Drive type2WD 4WD
Camber *6
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum -0
° 51 ′ (-0.85 °)-0 ° 33 ′ (-0.55 °)
Nominal -0 ° 6 ′ (-0.10 °)0 ° 12 ′ (0.20 °)
Maximum 0 ° 39 ′ (0.65 °)0 ° 57 ′ (0.95 °)
Cross camber 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less
Caster *6
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 3
° 15 ′ (3.25 °)2 °45 ′ (2.75 °)
Nominal 4 ° 0 ′ (4.00 °)3 ° 30 ′ (3.50 °)
Maximum 4 ° 45 ′ (4.75 °)4 ° 15 ′ (4.25 °)
Cross caster 0 ° 45 ′
(0.75 °) or less 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less
Kingpin inclination
Degree minute (decimal degree) 13
° 32 ′ (13.53 °)13 °13 ′ (13.22 °)
Total toe-in Distance (A
− B) Minimum 1.8 mm (0.07 in) 1.8 mm (0.07 in)
Nominal 2.8 mm (0.11 in) 2.8 mm (0.11 in)
Maximum 3.8 mm (0.15 in) 3.8 mm (0.15 in)
Angle (left side or right side)
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 0
° 3 ′ (0.05 °)0 ° 3 ′ (0.05 °)
Nominal 0 ° 5 ′ (0.08 °)0 ° 5 ′ (0.08 °)
Maximum 0 ° 7 ′ (0.12 °)0 ° 7 ′ (0.12 °)
Wheel turning angle
(full turn) Inside
Degree minute (decimal degree)
34
° 31 ′ – 38 ° 31 ′ *2
(34.52 ° – 38.52 °) 34
° 44 ′ – 38 ° 44 ′ *4
(34.73 ° – 38.73
° )
Outside
Degree minute (decimal degree) 30
° 59 ′ – 34 ° 59 ′ *3
(30.98 ° – 34.98 °) 30
° 29 ′ – 34 ° 29 ′ *5
(30.48 ° – 34.48 °)
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Rear Wheel Alignment
INFOID:0000000006237757
Wheelarch Height (Unladen*1)INFOID:0000000006237758
Unit: mm (in)
*1: Fuel, radiator coolant and engine oil full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
*2: Verify the vehicle height. If vehicle height is not within ± 10 mm (0.39 in) of the specification, perform the control unit initialization pro-
cedure. Camber
Degree minute (decimal degree)
Minimum 0
° 0 ′ (0 °)
Nominal - 0 ° 30 ′ (-0.5 °)
Maximum - 1 ° 0 ′ (-1.0 °)
Cross camber 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °)
To e - i n Distance (A - B)
Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Nominal 3.3 mm (0.130 in)
Maximum 6.6 mm (0.260 in)
Cross toe 2 mm (0.079 in)
Angle (left, right)
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 0
° 0 ′ (0 °)
Nominal 0 ° 7 ′ (0.11 °)
Maximum 0 ° 14 ′ (0.22 °)
Cross toe 0 ° 8 ′ (0.14 °)
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Suspension type
Air leveling*2
Applied model 2WD 4WD
Front wheelarch height (Hf)920
(36.22) 937
(36.89)
Rear wheelarch height (Hr) 917
(36.10) 937
(36.89)
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CCS
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENTCCS-5
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INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL UNIT
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPL ACING CONTROL UNIT : Description
INFOID:0000000001731800
Always perform the laser beam aiming adjustment after repl acing the ICC unit. In addition, test the ICC sys-
tem operations to see if it functions normally.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL UNIT : Special Repair Re-
quirement
INFOID:0000000001731801
1.LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT
Adjust laser beam aiming. Refer to CCS-5, "
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT : Outline of Laser Beam
Aiming Adjustment Procedure".
>> GO TO 2
2.ICC SYSTEM ACTION TEST
1. Perform the ICC system operation test. Refer to CCS-8, "
ACTION TEST : ICC System Running Test".
2. Check that the ICC system operates normally.
>> INSPECTION END.
LASER BEAM AIMI NG ADJUSTMENT
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT : Outlin e of Laser Beam Aiming Adjustment
Procedure
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CAUTION:
• The laser beam aiming adjustment can not be performed without CONSULT-III.
• The laser beam aiming adjustment must be performed every time the ICC sensor is removed,
installed or has been moved as a result of a collision.
1. Prepare the vehicle and the work area.
2. Set up the ICC target board. For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
3. Adjust the sensor following the procedure on CONSULT-III.
4. Check system operation after the adjustment.
LASER BEAM AIMING ADJU STMENT : PreparationINFOID:0000000001756725
• Place the vehicle on level ground. Shift the transmi ssion into "P" position and release the parking brake.
• Adjust the tire pressure to the specified value.
• See that there is no load in the vehicle. Coolant , engine oil and fuel should be filled to correct level.
• Check that the vehicle suspension has been adjusted to the standard height by the load leveling rear air sus-
pension system. Refer to SCS-7, "
CONSULT-III Function" .
• Clean the sensor with a soft cloth. Tool number : KV99110100 (J-45718)
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CONTENTS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
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 Liquid Gasket .....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................6
COOLING SYSTEM ....................................... .....6
Cooling Circuit ..................................................... ......6
Schematic .................................................................7
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS ..................8
Troubleshooting Chart ...............................................8
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENA NCE ....................10
ENGINE COOLANT ....................................... ....10
Inspection ............................................................ ....10
Changing Engine Coolant ........................................11
RADIATOR ........................................................14
Checking Radiator ............................................... ....14
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................15
RADIATOR ....... .................................................15
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....15
ENGINE COOLING FAN ...................................18
Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven
Type) .......................................................................
18
Removal and Installation (Motor Driven Type) ........19
WATER PUMP ..................................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING ..............22
Removal and Installation .........................................22
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
24
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
24
Standard and Limit .............................................. ....24
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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 Liquid GasketINFOID:0000000001538852
REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING
• After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface and
remove the old liquid gasket sealing using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage the mating surfaces.
• Tap the seal cutter to insert it (1).
• In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it (2).
LIQUID GASKET APPLICATION PROCEDURE
1. Remove the old liquid gasket adhering to the gasket application surface and the mating surface using suitable tool.
• Remove the liquid gasket completely from the groove of the
liquid gasket application surface, bolts, and bolt holes.
2. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces and remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign material.
3. Attach the liquid gasket tube to the Tool. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
4. Apply the liquid gasket without breaks to the specified location with the specified dimensions.
• If there is a groove for the liquid gasket application, apply theliquid gasket to the groove.
• As for the bolt holes, normally apply the liquid gasket inside
the holes. If specified in the procedure, it should also be
applied outside the holes.
• Within five minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mat-
ing component.
• If the liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
• Do not retighten after the installation.
• Wait 30 minutes or more after installation before refilling the engine with engine oil and engine coolant.
CAUTION:
If there are specific instructions in this manual, observe them.
Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
WBIA0566E
PBIC0003E
Tool number : WS39930000 ( — )
WBIA0567E
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001538853
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
K V 1 0 1111 0 0
(J-37228)
Seal cutter Removing steel oil pan and rear timing chain
case
WS39930000
(—)
Tube pressure Pressing the tube of liquid gasket
EG17650301
(J-33984-A)
Radiator cap tester adapter Adapting radiator cap tester to radiator cap
and radiator filler neck
a: 28 (1.10) dia.
b: 31.4 (1.236) dia.
c: 41.3 (1.626) dia.
Unit: mm (in)
KV991J0010
(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in
engine coolant
KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant refill tool For refilling engine cooling system
—
(J-24460-92)
Radiator pressure test adapter set Adapting radiator pressure tester to reservoir
filler neck.
NT046
S-NT052
S-NT564
WBIA0539E
LMA053
AWBIA0891ZZ
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Troubleshooting ChartINFOID:0000000001538857
SymptomCheck items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
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Thermostat stuck closed
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Damaged fins Dust contamination or pa-
per clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Water cut valve malfunction Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.), phys-
ical damage
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud —— —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio ———
Poor engine coolant quality —Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolant Engine coolant leaksCooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for da
mage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into cool-
ing system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket deteri-
oration
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ENGINE COOLANT
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
ENGINE COOLANT
InspectionINFOID:0000000001538858
LEVEL CHECK
• Check if the engine coolant reservoir tank level is within MIN toMAX level when engine is cool.
• Adjust engine coolant level as necessary.
CHECKING COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator or reservoir cap when th e engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from
high-pressure engine coolant escaping from the radiator or reservoir.
• To check for leakage, apply pressure to the cooling system at the
reservoir filler neck using suitable tool and Tool.
CAUTION:
Higher pressure than specified may cause radiator damage.
NOTE:
In case that engine coolant decreases, replenish cooling system
with engine coolant.
• If any concerns are found, repair or replace damaged parts.
CHECKING RESERVOIR CAP
• Check reservoir cap relief pressure using suitable tool and Tool.
NOTE:
Apply engine coolant to the cap seal.
• Replace the reservoir cap if there is any damage in the negative- pressure valve, or if the open-valve pressure is outside of the limit.
CHECKING RADIATOR CAP
Inspect the radiator cap.
NOTE:
Thoroughly wipe out the radiator filler neck to remove any waxy residue or foreign material.
• Replace the cap if the metal plunger cannot be seen around the edge of the black rubber gasket.
• Replace the cap if deposits of waxy residue or other fo reign material are on the black rubber gasket or the
metal retainer.
SMA412B
Tool number : — (J-24460-92)
Leakage test pressure : 137 kPa (1.4 kg/cm, 20 psi)
WBIA0612E
Tool number : — (J-24460-92)
Standard : 95 - 125 kPa (0.97 - 1.28 kg/cm
2, 14 - 18 psi)
WBIA0611E
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Changing Engine CoolantINFOID:0000000001538859
WARNING:
• To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
• Wrap a thick cloth around the cap to carefully remo
ve the cap. First, turn the cap a quarter of a turn
to release any built-up pressure, then push down and turn the cap all the way to remove it.
DRAINING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and set temperature control lever all the way to HOT position or the highest tem-
perature position. Wait 10 seconds and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Open the radiator drain plug at the bottom of the radiator, and remove the radiator filler cap. This is the only step required
when partially draining the cooling system (radiator only).
CAUTION:
Do not to allow the coolant to contact the drive belts.
4. When draining all of the coolant in the system for engine removal or repair, it is necessary to drain the cylinder block.
Remove the RH cylinder block drain plug to drain the right bank
and the oil cooler hose to drain the left bank as shown.
5. Remove the reservoir tank to drain the engine cool ant, then clean the reservoir tank before installing it.
6. Check the drained coolant for contaminants such as rust, corrosion or discoloration. If the coolant is contaminated, flush the engine cooling system. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine Cool-
ant".
REFILLING ENGINE COOLANT
1. Close the radiator drain plug. Install the reservoir tank, cylinder block drain plug, and the oil cooler hose, if
removed for a total system drain or for engine removal or repair.
• The radiator must be complete ly empty of coolant and water.
• Apply sealant to the threads of the cylinder block drain plug. Use Genuine High Performance Thread Sealant or equivalent. Refer to GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
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PBIC0146E
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ENGINE COOLANT
2. Set the vehicle heater controls to the full HOT and heater ON position. Turn the vehicle ignition ON with
the engine OFF as necessary to activate the heater mode.
3. Remove the vented reservoir cap and replace it with a non-vented reservoir cap before filling the cooling
system.
4. Install the Tool by installing the radiator cap adapter onto the radiator neck opening. Then attach the gauge body assembly
with the refill tube and the venturi assembly to the radiator cap
adapter.
5. Insert the refill hose into the coolant mixture container that is placed at floor level. Make sure the ball valve is in the closed
position.
• Use Genuine NISSAN Long Life Anti-freeze coolant or equiva-lent, mixed 50/50 with distilled water or demineralized water.
Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
6. Install an air hose to the venturi assembly, the air pressure must be within specification.
CAUTION:
The compressed air supply must be equipped with an air
dryer.
7. The vacuum gauge will begin to rise and there will be an audible hissing noise. During this process open the ball valve on the refill hose slightly. Coolant will be vi sible rising in the refill hose. Once the refill hose is
full of coolant, close the ball valve. This will purge any air trapped in the refill hose.
8. Continue to draw the vacuum until the gauge reaches 28 inches of vacuum. The gauge may not reach 28 inches in high altitude
locations, use the vacuum specifications based on the altitude
above sea level.
9. When the vacuum gauge has reached the specifi ed amount, disconnect the air hose and wait 20 seconds
to see if the system loses any vacuum. If the vacuum level drops, perform any necessary repairs to the
system and repeat steps 6 - 8 to bring the vacuum to the specified amount. Recheck for any leaks.
10. Place the coolant container (with the refill hose insert ed) at the same level as the top of the radiator. Then
open the ball valve on the refill hose so the coolant will be drawn up to fill the cooling system. The cooling
system is full when the vacuum gauge reads zero.
CAUTION:
Do not allow the coolant container to get too low when filling, to avoid air from being drawn into
the cooling system.
11. Remove the Tool from the radiator neck opening and install the radiator cap. Radiator drain plug
: Refer to CO-11
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RH cylinder block drain plug : Refer to EM-82
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Tool number : KV991J0070 (J-45695)
Cooling system capacity
(with reservoir) : Refer to
MA-12, "
Fluids
and Lubricants".
Compressed air
supply pressure : 5.7 - 8.5 kPa (5.6 - 8.4 kg/cm
2, 80
- 120 psi)
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Altitude above sea level Vacuum gauge reading
0 - 100 m (328 ft) : 28 inches of vacuum
300 m (984 ft) : 27 inches of vacuum
500 m (1,641 ft) : 26 inches of vacuum
1,000 m (3,281 ft) : 24 - 25 inches of vacuum
LLIA0057E
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