transmission oil INFINITI QX56 2010 Factory Service Manual

2010
QUICK REFERENCE CHART: QX56
Cooling systemWith reservoir
at MAX level
14.4
3 3/4 gal 3 1/8 gal
Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) 10.6 11 1/4 qt 9 3/8 qt
Rear final drive oil 1.75 3 3/4 pt 3 1/8 pt
Transfer fluid 3.0 3 1/8 qt 2 5/8 qt
Front final drive oil 1.6 3 3/8 pt 2 7/8 pt
Power steering fluid (PSF) 1.0 2 1/8 pt 1 3/4 pt
Brake fluid — — —
Brake grease — — —
Multi-purpose grease — — —
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 1 1/4 gal 1 gal
Air conditioning system refrigerant 1.08 ± 0.05 kg 2.38 ± 0.11 lb 2.38 ± 0.11 lb
Air conditioning system oil 290 m9.8 fl oz 10.2 fl oz
Description
Capacity (Approximate)
Metric US measure Imp measure

BCS-12
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >[BCM]
SIGNAL BUFFER SYSTEM
SIGNAL BUFFER SYSTEM
System DiagramINFOID:0000000005146389
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146390
OUTLINE
BCM has the signal transmission function that output
s/transmits each input/received signal to each unit.
Signal transmission function list
ALMIA0263GB
Signal nameInputOutputDescription
Oil pressure switch signal IPDM E/R (CAN) Combination meter (CAN)Transmits the received oil pres-
sure switch signal via CAN
communication.
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DLN-14
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4WD SYSTEM
• Displays 4LO condition while engine is running. 4LO indicator lamp flashes if transfer gear does not shift
completely under 2WD, AUTO, 4H ⇔4LO. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, 4LO indicator lamp is
turned off.)
• Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.
4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns on or flashes when there is a malfunction in 4WD system.
Also turns on when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp che\
ck. Turns OFF approximately 1 sec-
ond after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD Warning Lamp Indication
ATP WARNING LAMP
When the A/T selector lever is in P position, the vehicle may move if the transfer case is in neutral. ATP warn-
ing lamp is turned on to indicate this condition to the driver.
LINE PRESSURE SWITCH
• With the transfer system design, control of the oil pressure provides the transmission of drive torque to the
front wheels. The main pressure to control the oil pressure is referred to as the line pressure.
• The line pressure switch determines whether or not adequate line pressure has built up under different oper- ating conditions.
• The line pressure switch closes when line pressure is produced.
• The line pressure switch senses line pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH
• The clutch pressure switch determines whether or not adequate clutch pressure has built up under different
operating conditions.
• The clutch pressure switch closes when clutch pressure is produced.
• The clutch pressure switch senses clutch pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
WAIT DETECTION SWITCH
• The wait detection switch operates when there is circulating torque produced in the propeller shaft (L→H) or
when there is a phase difference between 2-4 sleeve and clutch drum (H →L). After the release of the circu-
lating torque, the wait detection switch helps provi de the 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) shifts. A difference
may occur between the operation of the 4WD shift swit ch and actual drive mode. At this point, the wait
detection switch senses an actual drive mode.
• The wait detection switch operates as follows.
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) locked: ON
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) released: OFF
• The wait detection switch senses an actual drive mode and the 4WD shift indicator lamp indicates the vehi-
cle drive mode.
ATP SWITCH
ATP switch detects if transfer case is in neutral by the position of the L-H shift fork.
NOTE:
Transfer case may be in neutral when shifting between 4H-4LO.
NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
The neutral-4LO switch detects that transfer gear is in neutral or 4LO (or shifting from neutral to 4LO) condi-
tion by L-H shift fork position.
Condition 4WD warning lamp
System normal OFF
Lamp check Turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON.
Turns OFF after engine start.
4WD system malfunction ON
During self-diagnosis Flashes malfunction mode.
Large difference in diameter of front/
rear tires Flashes slow (1 flash / 2 seconds)
(Continues to flash until the ignition switch is turned OFF)
High fluid temperature in transfer case Flashes rapidly (2 flashes / 1 second)
(Continues to flash until fluid temperature returns to normal)
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4WD SYSTEMDLN-15
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TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The transfer fluid temperature sensor detects the trans fer fluid temperature and sends a signal to the transfer
control unit.
TRANSFER MOTOR
• The transfer motor drives the sub-oil pump to provi de proper lubrication and oil pressure control when the
vehicle is at standstill, during low-speed operations or is being driven in reverse.
• The main oil pump is operated by the driving force of t he mainshaft. In other words, sufficient oil pressure
buildup does not occur when the vehicle is at standsti ll or during low-speed operations. While the vehicle is
being driven in reverse, the main oil pump rotates in the reverse direction. Therefore the main oil pump does
not discharge oil pressure. During any of the above vehi cle operations, the transfer motor drives the sub-oil
pump to compensate for insufficient oil pressure.
• The transfer motor operates as follows:
- The motor relay turns OFF in the 2WD mode.
- The motor relay operates as described in the table below in modes other than the 2WD mode.
• 4WD shift switch, transmission range switch, Neutral-4LO switch, vehicle speed sensor and throttle position
sensor are used in conjunction with the transfer motor.
Transfer Motor Relay Operation
*: After 2.5 seconds have elapsed.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE
The clutch pressure solenoid valve distributes front and rear torque in AUTO mode.
2-4WD SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE
The 2-4WD shift solenoid valve operates to apply oil pressure to the wet-multiplate clutch, depending on the
drive mode. The driving force is transmitted to the front wheels through the clutch so the vehicle is set in the
4WD mode. Setting the vehicle in the 2WD mode requires no pressure buildup. In other words, pressure force
applied to the wet-multiplate clutch becomes zero.
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
Integrates actuator motor and actuator position switch.
4WD shift switch A/T selector lever position Vehicle speed
(VSS) Accelerator pedal position Motor relay drive
command
2WD ———OFF
4H (LOCK) and 4LO N position
0— ON
P position 00 - 0.07/8
OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD
1/8 - MAX ON
Other than R position 0 < VSS ≤
50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
R position —— ON
R position —— ON
AUTO P or N position 0
0 - 0.07/8
OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD
1/8 - MAX ON
0 < VSS ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
Other than R, P and N posi-
tion 0 < VSS ≤
50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
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TRANSFER CONTROL UNITDLN-99
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CAUTION:
• If CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000] or CONTROL UNIT (CAN) [U1010] is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble
diagnosis for CAN communication line.
• If ABS OP SIG [P1830], VDC OP SIG [P1831] or TCS OP SIG [P 1832] is displayed, first perform the trouble diagnosis for ABS
system.
• If VHCL SPEED SEN·AT [P1807] is displayed, firs t perform the trouble diagnosis for A/T system.
NOTE:
• If SHIFT ACT POSI SW [P1818] or SHIFT ACT CIR [P1819] is disp layed, first erase self-diagnostic results. (SHIFT ACT POSI SW
[P1818] or SHIFT ACT CIR [P1819] may be displayed after installing transfer control unit or transfer assembly.)
• If CL PRES SW [P1827] or LINE PRES SW [P1828] is displayed only while driving in reverse, check the continuity of R position o n
transmission range switch. When there is no malfunction found in the electrical system, check the hydraulic system.
FLASH CODE CHART
[P1826] OIL TEMP SEN Signal voltage from transfer fluid temperature sen-
sor is abnormally high (Transfer fluid temperature is
abnormally low) while driving. Refer to
DLN-68.
[P1827] CLUTCH PRES SW • Improper signal from clutch pressure switch is in-
put due to open or short circuit.
• Malfunction occurs in clutch pressure switch or
hydraulic circuit. Refer to
DLN-71
.
[P1828] LINE PRES SW • Improper signal from line pressure switch is input
due to open or short circuit.
• Malfunction occurs in line pressure switch or hy-
draulic circuit. Refer to
DLN-74
.
[P1829] THROTTLE POSI SEN • Malfunction is detected in accelerator pedal posi-
tion signal that is output from ECM through CAN
communication.
• Signal voltage from accelerator pedal position sensor is abnormally high or low. Refer to
DLN-77
.
[P1830] ABS OP SIG Malfunction is detected in ABS operation signal that
is output from ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) through CAN communication. Refer to
DLN-78
.
[P1831] VDC OP SIG Malfunction is detected in VDC operation signal that
is output from ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) through CAN communication.
Refer to
DLN-79
.
[P1832] TCS OP SIG Malfunction is detected in TCS operation signal that
is output from ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) through CAN communication. Refer to
DLN-80
.
DTC CONSULT-III Diagnostic item is detected when... Reference
Flashing pattern
ItemDiagnostic item is detected when... Reference
2 Vehicle speed signal
(from A/T) • Malfunction is detected in output shaft revolution signal
that is output from TCM through CAN communication.
• Improper signal is input while driving. Refer to DLN-27
.
3 Clutch pressure sole-
noid signal Proper voltage is not applied to clutch pressure solenoid
valve due to open or short circuit.
Refer to DLN-54
.
4 2-4WD solenoid signal Proper voltage is not applied to 2-4WD solenoid valve due
to open or short circuit. Refer to DLN-58
.
5 Transfer motor Transfer motor does not operate properly due to open or
short circuit in transfer motor or transfer motor relay.
Refer to DLN-62
.
6 Vehicle speed signal
(from ABS) • Malfunction is detected in vehicle speed signal that is out-
put from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
through CAN communication.
• Improper signal is input while driving. Refer to DLN-28
.
7 CAN communication Malfunction has been detected from CAN communication
line. Refer to LAN-14
.
8 AD converter AD converter system of transfer control unit is malfunction-
ing. Refer to DLN-25
.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUEEC-79
< COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS > [VK56DE]
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OK >>
INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 15.
15.DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT ECM HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector. Check pin term inal and connector for damage, and then reconnect it.
>> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-477, "
Symptom Matrix Chart".
17.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” m ode, and make sure that the indication is within the
SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
- Engine oil level is too high
- Engine oil viscosity
- Belt tension of power steering, alternator, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
- Noise from engine
- Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
- Valve clearance malfunction
- Intake valve timing control function malfunction
- Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19.CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.
• Crushed air ducts
• Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element
• Uneven dirt of air cleaner element
• Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
20.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, and “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and
make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG (“B/FUEL SCHDL” is more, “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A /F ALPHA-B2” are less than the SP value)>>GO TO 21.
21.DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
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EM-52
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
TIMING CHAIN
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-13, "
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)
KBIA2519E
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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EM-66
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
OIL SEAL
• Press-fit until the height of the front oil seal is level with themounting surface using suitable tool.
CAUTION:
• Do not damage front timing chain case and crankshaft.
• Press-fit straight and avoid cau sing burrs or tilting of the
oil seal.
3. Apply engine oil onto the threaded parts of the crankshaft pulley bolt and seating area.
4. Align the matchmark on the crankshaft pulley bolt flange and the crankshaft pulley, install crankshaft pulley and tighten bolt to
specifications using Tool.
5. Remove Tool (A).
6. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil SealINFOID:0000000005149006
REMOVAL
1. Remove the transmission assembly. Refer to TM-186, "Removal and Installation (2WD)" or TM-188,
"Removal and Installation (4WD)".
2. Before removing the drive plate, put a match mark (A) on the crankshaft and drive plate for alignment during installation
3. Remove the drive plate.
PBIC2931E
Crankshaft pulley bolt torque
Step 1 : 93.1 N·m (9.5 kg-m, 69 ft-lb)
Step 2 : additional 90 ° (angle tightening)
Tool number : KV10112100 (BT-8653-A)
KBIA2519E
Tool number : — (J-47245)
LBIA0455E
ALBIA0522ZZ
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OIL SEALEM-67
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• Holding the crankshaft pulley bolt, lock the crankshaft to
remove the drive plate bolts.
• Remove drive plate bolts diagonally.
CAUTION:
• Do not damage the drive plate. Especially, avoid deform- ing and damaging the signal plate teeth (circumference
position).
• Keep magnetic materials away from signal plate.
• Place the drive plate with th e signal plate surface facing
upward.
4. Remove the rear oil seal using suitable tool. CAUTION:
Do not damage crankshaft or oil seal retainer surface.
INSTALLATION
1. Apply new engine oil to both the oil seal lip and dust seal lip of the new rear oil seal.
2. Install the rear oil seal.
• Install the rear oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented asshown.
• Press-fit the rear oil seal using suitable tool. CAUTION:
• Do not damage the crankshaft or cylinder block.
• Press-fit the oil seal straight to avoid causing burrs or
tilting.
• Do not touch grease applied onto the oil seal lip.
• Do not damage or scratch the outer circumference of
the rear oil seal.
• Tap until flattened with the front edge of the oil seal retainer.
3. Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal. Refer to EM-83, "
Disassembly
and Assembly", TM-186, "Removal and Installation (2WD)", TM-188, "Removal and Installation (4WD)".
CAUTION:
• When replacing an engine or transmission you must make sure the dowels are installed cor-
rectly during re-assembly.
• Improper alignment caused by missing dowels may cause vibration, oil leaks or breakage of
drivetrain components.
KBIA2491E
WBIA0437E
SEM715A
WBIA0438E
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EM-70
< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
CYLINDER HEAD
• After cooling down the engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill tospecified level if necessary.
• Summary of the inspection items:
*Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000005149009
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000005149010
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove the spark plug. Refer to EM-16, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the valve lifter. • Identify the installation positions, and store them without mixing them up.
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 —
1. Spark plug 2. Valve lifter3. Valve collet
4. Valve spring retainer 5. Valve spring6. Valve spring seat
7. Valve oil seal 8. Valve guide9. Valve seat
10. Valve (INT) 11. Valve (EXH)12. Cylinder head (LH bank)
13. Spark plug tube 14. Cylinder head (RH bank)
WBIA0470E
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