steering wheel adjustment INFINITI QX56 2009 Factory Owner's Manual
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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
COIL SPRING AND SHOCK ABSORBER
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003772274
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt using power tool.
3. Remove the three shock absorber upper nuts using power tool.
4. Remove the coil spring and shock absorber assembly.• Turn steering knuckle out to gain enough clearance forremoval.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• The lower seat step (2) in the shock absorber assembly (1) faces
outside of vehicle.
- Upper spring insulator (3)
- : Front
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-13, "
Com-
ponent" .
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-41, "
Adjustment".
DisposalINFOID:0000000005867502
1. Set shock absorber horizontally with the piston rod fully extended.
2. Drill 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position ( ) from top
as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.
CAUTION:
• Wear eye protection (safety glasses).
• Wear gloves.
• Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the com-pressed gas.
NOTE:
• Drill vertically in this direction ( ).
• Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.
• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.
3. Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times. CAUTION:
Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.
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< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
UPPER LINK
UPPER LINK
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000003772276
REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove the fender protector to access upper link. Refer to EXT-23, "
Removal and Installation" .
3. Remove cotter pin and nut from upper link ball joint and discard the cotter pin.
4. Separate upper link ball joint stud from steering knuckle using Tool.
• Support lower link with jack.
5. Remove upper link bolts and nuts, then remove upper link.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Upper Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Upper Link Ball Joint
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-13, "
Component".
CAUTION:
Use a new cotter pin for installation of upper link ball joint nut.
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-41, "
Adjustment".
• After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "
Front Wheel
Alignment" .
Tool number : ST29020001 (J-24319-01)
LEIA0095E
LEIA0096E
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LOWER LINKFSU-17
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool.
2. Remove lower shock absorber bolt.
3. Remove stabilizer bar connecting rod lower nut using power tool, then separate connecting rod from lower
link. Refer to FSU-15, "
Removal and Installation".
4. Remove drive shaft nut, if equipped. Refer to FA X - 9 , "
Removal and Installation".
5. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, then separate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
6. Remove lower link bolts (1) and nuts, then the lower link (2). NOTE:
Some vehicles may be equipped with straight (non-adjustable)
lower link bolts and washers. In order to adjust camber and
caster on these vehicles, first replace the lower link bolts and
washers with adjustable (cam) bolt and washers.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lower Link
Check for deformation and cracks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Link Bushing
Check for distortion and damage. Replace if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten all nuts and bolts to specification. Refer to FSU-13, "
Component".
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-41, "
Adjustment".
• After installation, check that the front wheel alignment is within specification. Refer to FSU-6, "
Front Wheel
Alignment".
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FSU-20
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
KNUCKLE
7. Remove pinch bolt from steering knuckle using power tool, thenseparate lower link ball joint from steering knuckle.
8. Remove steering knuckle from vehicle.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check for deformity, cracks and damage on each part, replace if necessary.
• Perform ball joint inspection. Refer to FSU-10, "
Inspection".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Refer to FSU-13, "
Component" for tightening torques.
CAUTION:
Use a new cotter pin for installation of lock nut.
• When installing disc rotor on wheel hub and bearing assembly, align the marks.
NOTE:
When not using the alignment mark, refer to BR-7, "
DISC ROTOR
: Inspection".
• When installing wheel and tire, refer to WT-41, "
Adjustment".
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MA-6
< ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE >
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000003776979
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owner can perform these
checks and inspections or have thei r INFINITI dealers perform them.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed fr om time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
Item Reference page
Tires Check the pressure with a gauge at least once a month and always prior to a
long distance trip. Adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully
for damage, cuts or excessive wear. —
Wheel lug nuts When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any loose
nuts. Tighten if necessary. WT-41, "
Adjustment"
Windshield
Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary. —
Tire rotation Tires should be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles). MA-29, "
Rotation"
Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS)
transmitter componentsReplace the TPMS transmitter grommet seat, valve core and cap when the tires
are replaced due to wear or age.
WT-43, "Transmitter
(Pressure Sensor)"
Wheel alignment and
balanceIf the vehicle pulls to either side while driving on a straight and level road, or if
you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel align-
ment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, wheel bal-
ancing may be needed. MA-28, "Balancing
Wheels", FSU-6, "Front
Wheel Alignment"
Windshield wiper
blades
Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.
—
Doors and engine
hood Check that all doors and the engine hood operate smoothly as well as the back
hatch. Also make sure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make
sure that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary
latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check lubri-
cation frequently. MA-33, "
Lubricating
Locks, Hinges and Hood
Latches"
Lamps
Make sure that the head lamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and
other lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check head
lamp aim. Clean the head lamps on a regular basis. EXL-143, "HEADLAMP :
Aiming Adjustment"
Item
Reference page
Warning lamps and
chimes Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly.
WCS-4, "
WARNING
CHIME SYSTEM : Sys-
tem Description"
Windshield wiper and
washerCheck that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not
streak.
—
Windshield defroster Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner. —
Steering wheel Check that it has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes in the steering
condition, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises. ST-15, "
On-Vehicle In-
spection and Service"
Seats
Check seat position controls such as seat adjusters, seat back recliner, etc. to
make sure they operate smoothly and that all latches lock securely in every po-
sition. Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the
locks (if equipped) hold securely in all latched positions. Check that the latches
lock securely for folding-down rear seat backs. —
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PG
PG-1
ELECTRICAL & POWER CONTROL
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CONTENTS
POWER SUPPLY, GROUND & CIRCUIT ELEMENTS
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 Power Generation Variable Voltage
Control System ..........................................................
3
PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
BASIC INSPECTION ....................................5
BATTERY ....................................................... .....5
How to Handle Battery ........................................ ......5
Work Flow ........................................................... ......7
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .....................8
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING BAT-
TERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL ............................... ......
8
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING
BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL : Special Re-
pair Requirement ................................................. ......
8
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS ..........................9
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT .......... .....9
Wiring Diagram — Battery Power Supply — ....... ......9
Wiring Diagram — Accessory Power Supply — .....18
Wiring Diagram — Ignition Power Supply — ..........22
Fuse ........................................................................30
Fusible Link ......................................................... ....30
GROUND ...........................................................31
Ground Distribution ..................................................31
HARNESS .........................................................41
Harness Layout ................................................... ....41
ELECTRICAL UNITS LOCATION ....................64
Electrical Units Location ..........................................64
HARNESS CONNECTOR .................................67
Description ...............................................................67
STANDARDIZED RELAY .................................70
Description ...............................................................70
FUSE BLOCK - JUNCTION BOX (J/B) ............72
Terminal Arrangement .............................................72
FUSE, FUSIBLE LINK AND RELAY BOX ........73
Terminal Arrangement .............................................73
IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRI-
BUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM) ................
75
IPDM E/R Terminal Arrangement ............................75
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................76
BATTERY ..........................................................76
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....76
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
77
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
77
Battery ................................................................. ....77
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DRIVER INFORMATION & MULTIMEDIA
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SONAR SYSTEM
BASIC INSPECTION ....... .............................3
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ..... .....3
Work Flow ........................................................... ......3
INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT .....................5
Preliminary Check ............................................... ......5
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................6
REAR SONAR SYSTEM ................................ .....6
System Diagram .................................................. ......6
System Description ...................................................6
Component Parts Location ........................................7
Component Description .............................................7
Self-Diagnosis Function ............................................7
FRONT AND REAR SONAR SYSTEM .......... ....10
System Diagram .................................................. ....10
System Description .................................................10
Component Parts Location ......................................11
Component Description ...........................................12
CONSULT-III Function (SONAR) ............................12
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS .........................13
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT .. ....13
Diagnosis Procedure (With Rear Sonar System) ....13
Diagnosis Procedure (With Front and Rear Sonar
System) ............................................................... ....
13
SONAR SENSOR CIRCUIT INSPECTION ........15
Description .......................................................... ....15
Diagnosis Procedure (With Rear Sonar System) ....15
Diagnosis Procedure (With Front and Rear Sonar
System) ...................................................................
15
SONAR BUZZER CIRCUIT INSPECTION .........17
Description .......................................................... ....17
Diagnosis Procedure (With Rear Sonar System) ....17
Diagnosis Procedure (With Front and Rear Sonar
System) ...................................................................
17
Component Inspection ......................................... ....18
SONAR SYSTEM OFF SWITCH CIRCUIT IN-
SPECTION ........................................................
19
Description ........................................................... ....19
Diagnosis Procedure (With Rear Sonar System) ....19
Diagnosis Procedure (With Front and Rear Sonar
System) ............................................................... ....
19
Component Inspection .............................................20
ECU DIAGNOSIS .........................................21
SONAR CONTROL UNIT FOR REAR SONAR
SYSTEM ...................... ......................................
21
Reference Value .................................................. ....21
Wiring Diagram ........................................................23
DTC Index ...............................................................30
SONAR CONTROL UNIT FOR FRONT AND
REAR SONAR SYSTEM ...................................
31
Reference Value ......................................................31
Wiring Diagram ........................................................33
DTC Index ...............................................................44
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ..............................45
SONAR SYSTEM SYMPTOMS ........................45
Symptom Table ................................................... ....45
PRECAUTION ..............................................46
PRECAUTION ...................................................46
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ....
46
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ...................................
46
PREPARATION ...........................................48
PREPARATION .................................................48
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ....48
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SR-8
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
SPIRAL CABLE
5. While pressing tabs, pull lighting and turn signal switch towarddriver door and disconnect from base.
6. Remove the screws, release the clip, and remove the spiral cable.
CAUTION:
• Do not disassemble spiral cable.
• Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
7. Remove the spiral cable connectors. CAUTION:
With the steering linkage di sconnected, the spiral cable
may snap by turning the steer ing wheel beyond the limited
number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counter-
clockwise about 2.5 turns fr om the neutral position.
8. Remove the steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-118, "
Removal
and Installation".
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make
sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral
position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right
end position and ending with the knob at the top.
• If equipped with VDC, refer to BRC-8, "
ADJUSTMENT OF STEER-
ING ANGLE SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION : Special Repair
Requirement" for steering angle sensor adjustment.
• After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRC-13, "
SRS Operation
Check".
CAUTION:
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ST-18
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
STEERING WHEEL
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
STEERING WHEEL
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000004187593
REMOVAL
1. Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the driver air bag module. Refer to SR-5, "Removal and Installation"
.
3. Disconnect steering wheel switches.
4. Remove the steering wheel center nut.
5. Remove the steering wheel using Tool.
CAUTION:
Place a piece of tape across the sp iral cable so it will not be
rotated out of position.
6. Disconnect heated steering wheel connector.
7. Inspect the steering wheel near the puller holes for damage. If damaged, replace the steering wheel.
Remove steering wheel rear cover and steering wheelswitches, if required.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Refer to BRC-8, "ADJUSTMENT OF STEERING ANGLE SEN-
SOR NEUTRAL POSITION : Special Repair Requirement" for
steering angle sensor adjustment.
Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral
position is detected by turning left 2.5 revolutions from the right
end position and ending with the knob at the top.
After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRC-13, "SRS Operation
Check".
Tighten steering wheel center nut to specification. SR-7, "Removal
and Installation".
CAUTION:
The spiral cable may snap due to steering operation if the
cable is not installed in the correct position.
With the steering linkage di sconnected, the cable may snap
by turning the steering wheel beyond the limited number of
turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about
2.5 turns from the neutral position. Tool number : ST27180001 (J-25726-A)
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TM-4
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ................................................................
174
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect .................................
174
Precaution for On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System
of A/T and Engine ..................................................
175
Precaution .............................................................175
Service Notice or Precaution .................................176
PREPARATION ..........................................177
PREPARATION .............................................. .177
Special Service Tool ............................................ ..177
Commercial Service Tool ......................................178
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................179
A/T FLUID ....................................................... .179
Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF) .............................. ..179
Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF) ................................181
A/T FLUID COOLER ........................................183
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning ................................... ..183
Inspection ..............................................................185
STALL TEST ....................................................186
Inspection and Judgment .................................... ..186
LINE PRESSURE TEST ..................................188
Inspection and Judgment .................................... ..188
ROAD TEST .....................................................190
Description ........................................................... ..190
Check Before Engine Is Started ............................190
Check At Idle .........................................................190
Cruise Test - Part 1 ...............................................191
Cruise Test - Part 2 ...............................................193
Cruise Test - Part 3 ...............................................194
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears .....................194
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up .................................................
194
A/T POSITION .................................................195
Adjustment of A/T Position .................................. ..195
Checking of A/T Position .......................................195
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ............................. ..196
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM ........................... .196
A/T Shift Selector Removal and Installation ........ ..196
AIR BREATHER HOSE ...................................197
2WD ........................................................................ ..197
2WD : Removal and Installation ............................197
4WD ........................................................................ ..197
4WD : Removal and Installation ............................197
OIL PAN ...........................................................201
Oil Pan ................................................................. .201
CONTROL VALVE WITH TCM ........................203
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Tempera-
ture Sensor 2 ....................................................... .
203
REAR OIL SEAL ..............................................212
Rear Oil Seal ........................................................ .212
FLUID COOLER SYSTEM ...............................213
Exploded View ..................................................... .213
Removal and Installation .......................................213
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............214
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ........................ ..214
Removal and Installation (2WD) .......................... .214
Removal and Installation (4WD) ...........................216
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ...........220
OVERHAUL .................................................... ..220
Component .......................................................... .220
Oil Channel ...........................................................227
Location of Adjusting Shims, Needle Bearings,
Thrust Washers and Snap Rings ......................... .
229
DISASSEMBLY .............................................. ..232
Disassembly ......................................................... .232
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS ..............249
Oil Pump .............................................................. .249
Front Sun Gear, 3rd One-Way Clutch ...................251
Front Carrier, Input Clutch, Rear Internal Gear .....253
Mid Sun Gear, Rear Sun Gear, High and Low Re-
verse Clutch Hub ..................................................
258
High and Low Reverse Clutch ..............................263
Direct Clutch .........................................................265
ASSEMBLY .................................................... ..268
Assembly (1) ........................................................ .268
Adjustment ............................................................281
Assembly (2) .........................................................283
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ..........................................
290
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
290
General Specification ........................................... .290
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs .....290
Vehicle Speed at Which Lock-up Occurs/Releas-
es ..........................................................................
291
Stall Speed ............................................................291
Line Pressure ........................................................291
Input Speed Sensor ..............................................291
Output Speed Sensor ...........................................291
Reverse Brake ......................................................291
Total End Play .......................................................292
Torque Converter .................................................
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