engine INFINITI QX56 2009 Factory Service Manual

A/T FLUIDTM-181
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Changing the A/T Fluid (ATF)INFOID:0000000005892327
CAUTION:
If using the vehicle for towing, the A/T fl uid must be replaced as specified. Refer to MA-8, "Introduc-
tion of Periodic Maintenance".
1. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
2. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the A/T fluid level gauge.
4. Drain the A/T fluid from the drai n plug hole, then install the drain
plug with a new gasket. Refill the transmission with new A/T
fluid. Always refill with the same volume as the drained A/T fluid.
Use the A/T fluid level gauge to check the A/T fluid level as
shown. Add A/T fluid as necessary.
 To flush out the old A/T fluid from the transmission o il coolers, pour new A/T fluid into the A/T fluid charg-
ing pipe with the engine idling and at the same time drain the old A/T fluid from the auxiliary transmis-
sion oil cooler hose return line.
 When the color of the A/T fluid coming out of the aux iliary transmission oil cooler hose return line is
about the same as the color of the new A/T fluid, flushing out the old A/T fluid is complete. The amount
of new A/T fluid used for flushing should be 30% to 50% increase of the specified capacity.
CAUTION:
 If Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF is not available, Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF may also be used.
 Using ATF fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic S ATF or Matic J ATF will cause deterioration
in driveability and A/T durability, and may damage the A/T, which is not covered by the warranty.
 When filling the transmission with A/T fluid, do not spill the A/T fluid on any heat generating
parts such as the exhaust parts.
 Do not reuse the drain plug gasket.
5. Install the A/T fluid level gauge and tighten t he A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification.
6. Drive the vehicle to warm up the A/T fluid to approximately 80 ° C (176 ° F).
7. Check the fluid level and condition. If the A/T fluid is still dirty, repeat steps 2 through 6.
8. Install the A/T fluid level gauge in the A/T fluid charging pipe and install the A/T fluid level gauge bolt.
9. Tighten the A/T fluid level gauge bolt to specification. Drain plug : Refer to
TM-201, "Oil Pan"
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A/T fluid grade and capacity : Refer to MA-12, "Fluids and Lubricants".
A/T fluid level
gauge bolt : Refer to
TM-214, "Removal and Installation (2WD)"
or TM-216, "Removal and
Installation (4WD)".
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TM-186
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STALL TEST
STALL TEST
Inspection and JudgmentINFOID:0000000003772024
A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check
 Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to TM-179, "Checking the A/T Fluid (ATF)".
Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/
T fluid temperature is 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F). Inspect the
amount of ATF. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
Fluid condition Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state) Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudy Water in the fluidReplace the ATF and check for plac-
es where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/T
Replace the ATF and check for im-
proper operation of the A/T.
SAT638A
SAT647B
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STALL TESTTM-187
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4. Engine start, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D” position.
5. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the accelerator pedal.
6. Quickly read off the stall speed, then quickly remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
7. Move the selector lever to the “N” position.
8. Cool down the ATF. CAUTION:
Run the engine at idle for at least one minute.
Judgement of Stall Test
O: Stall speed within standard value position
H: Stall speed higher than standard value
L: Stall speed lower than standard value
Stall test standard value position
Stall speed: 2,550 - 2,850 rpm
SAT514G
Selector lever position
Expected problem location
DR
Stall rotation HO
 Forward brake
 Forward one-way clutch
 1st one-way clutch
 3rd one-way clutch
O H  Reverse brake L L  Engine and torque converter one-way clutch
H H  Line pressure low
Does not shift-up D position 1 → 2 Slipping in 2GR, 3GR, 4GR Direct clutch slippage
Does not shift-up D position 2 → 3 Slipping in 3GR, 4GR, 5GR High and low reverse clutch slippage
Does not shift-up D position 3 → 4 Slipping in 4GR, 5GR Input clutch slippage
Does not shift-up D position 4 → 5 Slipping in 5GR Front brake slippage
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TM-188
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LINE PRESSURE TEST
LINE PRESSURE TEST
Inspection and JudgmentINFOID:0000000003772025
LINE PRESSURE TEST
Line Pressure Test Port
Line Pressure Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil and replenish if necessary.
2. Drive the car for about 10 minutes to warm it up so that the ATF reaches in range of 50 to 80°C (122 to
176 °F), then inspect the amount of ATF and replenish if necessary.
NOTE:
The automatic fluid temperatur e rises in range of 50 to 80°C (122 to 176 °F) during 10 minutes of
driving.
3. After warming up remove the oil pressure detection plug and install the Tool.
CAUTION:
When using the oil pressure ga uge, be sure to use the O-
ring attached to the oi l pressure detection plug.
4. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
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LINE PRESSURE TESTTM-189
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5. Start the engine, then measure the line pressure at both idle and the stall speed.
CAUTION:
 Keep the brake pedal pressed all the way down during
measurement.
 When measuring the line pressu re at the stall speed, refer
to TM-186, "Inspection and Judgment"
.
6. After the measurements are complete, install the oil pressure detection plug and tighten to the regulation torque below.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the O-ring.
Line Pressure
Judgement of Line Pressure Test
Oil pressure detection
plug :7.3 N·m (0.74 kg-m, 65 in-lb)SAT493G
Engine speed
Line pressure [kPa (kg/cm
2, psi)]
R position D position
At idle speed 425 - 465 (4.3 - 4.7, 62 - 67) 379 - 428 (3.9 - 4.4, 55 - 62)
At stall speed 1,605 - 1,950 (16.4 - 19.9, 233 - 283) 1,310 - 1,500 (13.4 - 15.3, 190 - 218)
Judgement Possible cause
Idle speed Low for all positions
(P, R, N, D)
Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and low oil pump output.
For example
 Oil pump wear
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking or spring fatigue
 Oil strainer
⇒ oil pump ⇒ pressure regulator valve passage oil leak
 Engine idle speed too low
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
High Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the line pressure adjustment func-
tion.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 ATF temperature sensor malfunction
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking in “OFF” state, filter clog, cut line)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
Stall speed Oil pressure does
not rise higher than
the oil pressure for
idle.
Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the pressure adjustment function.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 TCM breakdown
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (shorting, sticking in“ ON” state)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
 Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
The pressure rises,
but does not enter
the standard posi-
tion. Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and malfunction in the pres-
sure adjustment function.
For example
 Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
 Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking, filter clog)
 Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
 Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
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TM-190
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ROAD TEST
ROAD TEST
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772026
ROAD TEST
 The road test inspects overall performance of the A/T and analyzes possible malfunction causes.
 The road test is carried out in the following three stages.
1. Check before engine is started. Refer to TM-190
.
2. Check at idle. Refer to TM-190
.
3. Cruise test  Inspect all the items from Part 1 to Part 3. Refer to TM-191
, TM-193, TM-194.
 Before beginning the road test, check t he test procedure and inspection items.
 Test all inspection items until the symptom is unc overed. Diagnose NG items when all road tests are com-
plete.
Check Before Engine Is StartedINFOID:0000000003772027
1.CHECK AT CHECK INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” position.
3. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position. (Do not start engine.)
Does AT CHECK indicator lamp light up for about 2 seconds?
YES >> 1. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position. 2. Carry out the self-diagnostics and record al l NG items on the diagnostics worksheet. Refer to
TM-32, "CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)"
.
3. Go to TM-190, "Check At Idle"
.
NO >> Stop the road test and go to TM-119, "A/T Check Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On"
.
Check At IdleINFOID:0000000003772028
1.CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
3. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
4. Turn ignition switch to “START” position.
Does the engine start?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Stop the road test and go to TM-119, "Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" or "N" Position"
.
2.CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position.
2. Move selector lever in “D”,“4”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position.
3. Turn ignition switch to “START” position.
Does the engine start in either position?
YES >> Stop the road test and go to TM-119, "Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" or "N" Position".
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK “P” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Move selector lever to “P” position.
2. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Push the vehicle forward or backward.
5. Engage the parking brake.
When you push the vehicle with disengaging the parking brake, does it move?
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YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “P” Position V ehicle Moves When Pushed” on the diagnostics work-
sheet, then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Start the engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Release the parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “N” Position Ve hicle Moves” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “D” position.
When the transmission is shifted from
“N” to “D”, is there an excessive shock?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “Large Shock ("N" to "D" Position) on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R” position.
3. Release the brake for 4 to 5 seconds.
Does the vehicle creep backward?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward In "R" Position” on the diagnostics worksheet, then continue the road test.
7.CHECK “D” POSITION FUNCTIONS
Inspect whether the vehicle creeps forward when the transmission is put into the “D” position.
Does the vehicle creep forward in the
“D” positions?
YES >> Go to TM-191, "Cruise Test - Part 1", TM-193, "Cruise Test - Part 2", and TM-194, "Cruise Test -
Part 3".
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in "D" Position” on the diagnostics work- sheet, then continue the road test.
Cruise Test - Part 1INFOID:0000000003772029
1.CHECK STARTING OUT FROM D1
1. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to warm up the engine oil and ATF. Appropriate temperature for the ATF: 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F)
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D” position.
6. Press the accelerator pedal about half way down to accelerate the vehicle.
With CONSULT-III
Read off the gear positions.
Starts from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot be Started From D1” on the diagnostics worksheet, then
continue the road test.
2.CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 → D2
Press down the accelerator pedal about half way and inspect if the vehicle shifts up (D1 → D2) at the appropri-
ate speed.
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NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition” on the diagnostics worksheet, then
continue the road test.
8.CHECK LOCK-UP RELEASE
Check lock-up cancellation by depressi ng brake pedal lightly to decelerate.
With CONSULT-III
Select “TCC SOLENOID 0.00A” with the “MAIN SIGNAL” mode for A/T.
Does lock-up cancel?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Lock-up Is Not Rel eased” on the diagnostics worksheet, then continue the
road test.
9.CHECK SHIFT-DOWN D5 → D4
Decelerate by pressing lightly on the brake pedal. With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position and engine speed.
When the A/T shift-down D5
→ D4, does the engine speed drop smoothly back to idle?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Go to Cruise test - Part 2 (Refer to AT 58).
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle” on the diagnostics worksheet, then continue the road test. Go to Cruise test - Part 2 (Refer to AT 58).
Cruise Test - Part 2INFOID:0000000003772030
1.CHECK STARTING FROM D1
1. Move selector lever the “D” position.
2. Accelerate at half throttle. With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position.
Does it start from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot Be St arted From D1” on the diagnostics worksheet, then
continue the road test.
2.CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 → D2
Press the accelerator pedal down all the way and inspect whether or not the transmission shifts up (D1 → D2)
at the correct speed.
 Refer to TM-290, "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs"
.
With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position, thrott le position and vehicle speed.
Does the A/T shift-up D1
→ D2 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Shift: D1 → D2” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
3.CHECK SHIFT-UP D2 → D3
Press the accelerator pedal down all the way and inspect whether or not the transmission shifts up (D2 → D3)
at the correct speed.
 Refer to TM-290, "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs"
.
With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position, thrott le position and vehicle speed.
Does the A/T shift-up D2
→ D3 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Shift: D2 → D3” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
4.CHECK SHIFT-UP D3 → D4 AND ENGINE BRAKE
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TM-194
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ROAD TEST
When the transmission changes speed D3 → D4, return the accelerator pedal.
Does the A/T shift-up D3
→ D4 and apply the engine brake?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. See TM-194, "Cruise Test - Part 3"
.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Shift: D3 → D4” on the diagnostics worksheet, then con-
tinue the road test.
Cruise Test - Part 3INFOID:0000000003772031
1.CHECK SHIFT-DOWN
During D
5 driving, move gear selector from D → 4 → 3 → 2 → 1.
With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position.
Is downshifting correctly performed?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle does not shift” at the corresponding position (5th → 4th, 4th → 3rd,
3rd → 2nd, 2nd → 1st) on the diagnostics worksheet, then continue the road test.
2.CHECK ENGINE BRAKE
Does engine braking effectively reduce speed in 1
1 position?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Carry out the self-diagnostics. Refer to TM-32, "CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)"
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NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake” on the diagnostics work- sheet, then continue trouble diagnosis.
Vehicle Speed When Shifting GearsINFOID:0000000003772032
Refer to TM-290, "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs".
Vehicle Speed When Performing a nd Releasing Complete Lock-upINFOID:0000000003772033
Refer to TM-291, "Vehicle Speed at Which Lock-up Occurs/Releases".
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A/T POSITIONTM-195
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A/T POSITION
Adjustment of A/T PositionINFOID:0000000004187477
1. Loosen nut of control cable.
2. Place the manual lever and selector lever in “P” position.
3. Push the control cable in the direction shown with a force of 9.8 N (1kg, 2.2 lb), and release it. This is in the natural state, tighten
control cable nut to specifications.
Checking of A/T PositionINFOID:0000000004187478
With the selector lever in the “P” position, turn t he ignition switch to the ON position with the engine OFF.
Confirm that the following conditions apply.
 The selector lever can be shifted from the “P ” position only when the brake pedal is depressed.
 The selector lever stops at each position with the f eel of engagement when it is moved through all the posi-
tions.
 There is no excessive effort, sticking, noise or rattle.
 The actual position of the selector lever matches the position shown by the shift position indicator and the A/
T body.
 The back-up lamps illuminate only when the selector lever is placed in the “R” position.
 The back-up lamps do not illuminate when the selector lever is pushed against the “R” position when in the
“P” or “N” position.
 The engine can only be started with the sele ctor lever in the “P” and “N” positions.
 The A/T is locked completely when in the “P” position. Control cable nut : 14.5 N·m (1.5 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)
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