INFINITI QX56 2009 Factory Service Manual

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TIMING CHAIN
Check for cracks and any excessive wear at link plates. Replace
chain if necessary.
• In the same way as for the LH bank, inspect the timing chain andassociated parts on the RH bank.
INSTALLATION
NOTE:
• The above figure shows the relationship between the ma ting mark on each timing chain and that of the cor-
responding sprocket, with the components installed.
• To install the timing chain and associated parts, start with those on the RH bank. The procedure for installing parts on the LH bank is omitted because it is t he same as that for installation on the RH bank.
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1. Camshaft sprocket RH bank INT
(VTC) 2. Camshaft sprocket RH bank EXH 3. Camshaft dowel pin RH bank
4. Timing chain RH bank 5. Timing chain slack guide RH bank 6. Chain tensioner RH
7. Crankshaft sprockets 8. Crankshaft key9. Timing chain tension guide LH bank
10. Timing chain LH bank 11. Camshaft dowel pin LH bank 12. Camshaft sprocket LH bank EXH
13. Camshaft sprocket LH bank INT (VTC) 14. Chain tensioner LH
15. Timing chain tension guide RH bank
16. Timing chain slack guide LH bank A. LH bank B. RH bank
C. Alignment mark (Link color: blue) D. Alignment mark (Link color: blue) E. Alignment mark (Identification mark)
F. Alignment mark for LH bank (Notch) G. Alignment mark for LH bank (Link color: copper)H. Alignment mark
for RH bank (Link
color: copper)
J. Alignment mark (Link color: blue) K. Alignment mark (Identification mark) L. Alignment mark (Identification mark)
M Alignment mark (Link color: blue) N. Alignment mark (Identification mark)
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1. Make sure the crankshaft key and camshaft dowel pin RH bank
and camshaft dowel pin LH bank are facing in the direction
shown.
2. Install the camshaft sprockets. • Install the camshaft sprocket INT (VTC) (A) and camshaftsprockets EXH (B) by selectively using the groove of the
dowel pin according to the bank. (Common part used for both
exhaust banks.)
NOTE:
Use the groove marked "R" for RH bank and "L" for LH bank.
• Lock the hexagonal part of the camshaft in the same way as for removal, and tighten the bolts.
3. Install the crankshaft sprockets for both banks. • Install LH bank crankshaft sprocket (B) and RH bank crank-shaft sprocket (C) so that their flange side (A) (the larger diam-
eter side without teeth) faces in the direction shown.
NOTE:
The same parts are used but facing directions are different.
4. Install the timing chains and associated parts. • Align the alignment mark on each sprocket and the timing chain for installation.CAUTION:
• Before installing timing chain tensioner, it is possible to change the position of alignment mark
on timing chain and each sprocket . After the alignment marks are aligned, keep them aligned
by holding them by hand.
• Install the slack guides and tension guides onto the correct side by checking the identification mark on
the surface.
• Install the chain tensioner with t he plunger locked in with the stopper pin.
CAUTION:
• Before and after the installation of the timing chain tensioner, make sure that the alignment
mark on the timing chain is not out of alignment.
• After installing the timing chain tensioner, remove the stopp er pin to release the tensioner.
Make sure the tensioner is released.
• To avoid chain-link skipping of the timing chain, do not move crankshaft or camshafts until the
front cover is installed.
5. In the same way as for the RH bank, install the timing chain and associated parts on the LH bank.
6. Install the oil pump.
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7. Install the oil pump drive spacer as follows:• Install so that the front mark on the front edge of the oil pumpdrive spacer faces the front of the engine.
• Insert the oil pump drive spacer according to the directions of the crankshaft key and the two flat surfaces of the oil pump
inner rotor.
• If the positional relationship does not allow the insertion, rotate the oil pump inner rotor to allow the oil pump drive spacer to
be inserted.
8. Install the front oil seal using suitable tool. CAUTION:
Do not scratch or make burrs on the circumference of the
oil seal.
9. Install the chain tensioner cover. • Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Seal ant or equivalent. Refer to
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Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
10. Install the front cover as follows:
a. Install a new O-ring on the cylinder block.
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b. Apply liquid gasket as shown.
Use Genuine RTV Silicone Seal ant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
c. Check again that the timing alignment marks on the timing chain and on each sprocket are aligned. Then install the front cover.
d. Install the bolts in the numerical order shown.
e. After tightening, re-tighten to the specified torque. CAUTION:
Be sure to wipe off any excessive liquid gasket leaking onto
surface mating with oil pan.
11. Install the Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cover (RH) (A) and Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cover (LH) (B)
as follows:
• Cross mark that can not be seen after assembly (C)
a. Apply liquid gasket (D) as shown. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Seal ant or equivalent. Refer to
GI-15, "
Recommended Chemical Products and Sealants".
CAUTION:
The start and end of the appl ication of the liquid gasket
should be crossed at a position (C) that cannot be seen
after attaching the chain case cover.
b. Install the bolts and tighten them to specification in the numeri- cal order shown.
• A: Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cover (RH)
• B: Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cover (LH)
12. Install the crankshaft pulley. • Install the key of the crankshaft.
• Insert the pulley by lightly tapping it.
CAUTION:
Do not tap pulley on the side surface where th e belt is installed (outer circumference).
13. Tighten the crankshaft pulley bolt. • Lock the crankshaft using suitable tool, then tighten the bolt.
• Perform the following steps for angular tightening:
a. Apply engine oil onto the threaded parts of the bolt and seating area.
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M6 × 80 mm (3.15 in) : No. 4, 5, 7
M6 × 20 mm (0.79 in) : Except the above
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b. Select the one most visible notch of the four on the bolt flange.Corresponding to the selected notch, put a alignment mark
(such as paint) on the crankshaft pulley.
14. Rotate the crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to check for parts interference.
15. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse of order of removal.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
• Before starting the engine, check oil/fluid levels in cluding engine coolant and engine oil. If the levels are
lower than required quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
• Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
• Turn ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to the fuel piping, check for fuel leakage at the connection points.
• Start engine. With engine speed increased, che ck again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration. NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside timing chain tensioner drops after removal and installation, slack in the guide
may generate a pounding noise during and just after engine start. However, this is normal. Noise will stop
after hydraulic pressure rises.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant.
• Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down the engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to
specified level if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
Crankshaft pulley bolt torque
Step 1 : 93.1 N·m (9.5 kg-m, 69 ft-lb)
Step 2 : additional 90 ° (angle tightening)
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Item Before starting engine Engine runningAfter engine stopped
Engine coolant LevelLeakage Level
Engine oil LevelLeakage Level
Other oils and fluids* LevelLeakage Level
Fuel LeakageLeakageLeakage
Exhaust gas —Leakage —
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CAMSHAFT
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005885889
NOTE:
Do not remove the engine assembly to perform this procedure.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir tank bolts and position the power steering fluid reservoir tank
aside.
2. Remove the RH bank and LH bank rocker covers. Refer to EM-38, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove the spark plugs. Refer to EM-16, "
Removal and Installation".
4. Remove the drive belt. Refer to EM-13, "
Removal and Installation".
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1. Cylinder head RH bank 2. Camshaft bracket (No. 2, 3, 4, 5) 3. Valve lifter
4. Camshaft bracket (No. 1) 5. Seal washer6. Camshaft RH bank EXH
7. Camshaft RH bank INT 8. Camshaft LH bank INT9. Camshaft LH bank EXH
10. Camshaft sprocket RH bank EXH 11. Camshaft sprocket RH bank INT (VTC)12. Camshaft sprocket LH bank INT
(VTC)
13. Camshaft sprocket LH bank EXH 14. Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) 15. O-ring
16. Cylinder head LH bank A. Refer to EM-53
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5. Obtain compression TDC of No. 1 cylinder as follows:
a. Turn the crankshaft pulley clockwise to align the TDC identifica-tion notch (without paint mark) with the timing indicator on the
front cover.
b. At this time, make sure both intake and exhaust cam lobes of No. 1 cylinder (top front on LH bank) point outside.
• If they do not point outside, turn crankshaft pulley once more.
6. Disconnect and remove the camshaft position sensor. Refer to EM-44, "
Exploded View".
7. Disconnect and remove the intake valve timing c ontrol position sensor (RH and LH). Refer to EM-44,
"Exploded View".
8. Disconnect and remove the intake valve timing control solenoid valve (RH and LH). Refer to EM-44,
"Exploded View".
9. Remove the intake valve timing control solenoid cover RH bank (A) and intake valve timing control solenoid cover LH bank (B)
as follows:
a. Loosen and remove the bolts in reverse order as shown.
b. Cut the liquid gasket and remove the covers using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage mating surfaces.
10. Paint alignment marks on the RH bank (A) timing chain links (C) and LH bank (B) timing chain links (D) and align with the cam-
shaft sprocket alignment marks (E) and (F).
11. Remove the chain tensioner (LH) using the following steps. WARNING:
Plunger, spring, and spring seat pop out when squeezing return-proof clip without holding
plunger head. It may cause serious injuries. Always hold plunger head when removing.
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a. Squeeze return-proof clip ends using suitable tool and push the
plunger into the tensioner body.
b. Secure plunger using stopper pin. • Stopper pin is made from hard wire approximately 1 mm (0.04in) in diameter.
c. Remove the bolts and the timing chain tensioner.
NOTE:
• Stop plunger in the fully extended position using return-proof clip (1) if stopper pin is removed.
• Push the plunger (2) into the tensioner body while squeezing the return-proof clip (1). Secure it using stopper pin (3).
12. Remove the chain tensioner cover from the front cover using Tool.
CAUTION:
Do not damage mating surfaces.
13. Remove the chain tensioner (RH) using the following steps. WARNING:
Plunger, spring, and spring seat pop out when squeezing return -proof clip without holding
plunger head. It may cause serious injuries. Always hold plunger head when removing.
a. Squeeze return-proof clip ends using suitable tool and push the plunger into the tensioner body.
b. Secure plunger using stopper pin. • Stopper pin is made from hard wire approximately 1 mm (0.04in) in diameter.
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c. Remove the bolts and the chain tensioner (RH) (A).NOTE:
If it is difficult to push plunger on chain tensioner (RH) (A),
remove the plunger under extended condition.
14. Loosen camshaft sprocket bolts as shown and remove camshaft sprockets.
CAUTION:
To avoid interference between valves and pistons, do not
turn crankshaft or camshaft with timing chain discon-
nected.
15. Remove the RH (A) front cover bolts and LH (B) front cover bolts.
16. Remove RH (A) camshaft bracket bolts and LH (C) camshaft bracket bolts in the reverse of order shown to remove camshaft
brackets.
• Remove No. 1 camshaft bracket.NOTE:
The bottom and front surface of bracket will be stuck because
of liquid gasket.
• : Engine front
• B: Exhaust side
• D: Intake side
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17. Remove the camshaft.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Camshaft Runout
1. Put V block on precise flat work bench, and support No. 1 and
No. 5 journals of the camshaft.
2. Set dial indicator vertically to No. 3 journal.
3. Turn the camshaft to one direction, and measure the camshaft runout on dial indicator (total indicator reading).
• If measurement exceeds specif ication, replace the camshaft.
Camshaft Cam Height
• Measure the camshaft cam height.
• If measurement is not within the specifications, replace the cam-
shaft.
Camshaft Journal Clearance
Camshaft Journal Diameter
• Measure the diameter of the camshaft journal.
Camshaft Bracket Inner Diameter• Tighten the camshaft bracket bolt to the specified torque.
• Measure the inner diameter of the camshaft bracket.
Calculation of Camshaft Journal Clearance
(Journal clearance) = (camshaft bracket inner diameter) – (camshaft
journal diameter)
• If measurement is not within specification, replace either or both camshaft and cylinder head.
NOTE:
The inner diameter of the camshaft bracket is m anufactured together with the cylinder head. Replace the
whole cylinder head as an assembly. Camshaft runout : Less than 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
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Standard cam height
(intake)
: 44.865 - 45.055 mm
(1.7663 - 1.7738 in)
Standard cam height (ex-
haust) : 45.075 - 45.265 mm
(1.7746 - 1.7821 in)
Cam wear limit
(intake & exhaust) : 0.02 mm (0.0008 in)
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Standard diameter : 25.950 - 25.970 mm
(1.0217 - 1.0224 in)
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Standard : 26.000 - 26.021 mm (1.0236 - 1.0244 in)
Standard : 0.030 - 0.071 mm (0.0012 - 0.0028 in)
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