wheel alignment INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Owner's Guide

RSU-20
< SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Wheel AlignmentINFOID:0000000006225679
Measure value under unladen* conditions.
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.
Ball JointINFOID:0000000006225680
Wheel HeightINFOID:0000000006225681
Measure value under unladen* conditions.
*: Fuel, engine coolant and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats are in designated positions.Item Standard
Camber
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum –1
° 00 ′ (–1.00 °)
Nominal –0 ° 30 ′ (–0.50 °)
Maximum 0 ° 00 ′ (0.00 °)
Left and right difference 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °) or less
To e - i n Total toe-in
Distance
Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Nominal In 3.4 mm (0.134 in)
Maximum In 6.8 mm (0.268 in)
Toe angle (left wheel or right wheel)
Degree minute (Decimal degree) Minimum 0
° 00 ′ (0.00 °)
Nominal In 0 ° 07 ′ (0.12 °)
Maximum In 0 ° 14 ′ (0.23 °)
Item Standard
Swing torque 0.5 – 6.4 N·m (0.06 – 0.65 kg-m, 5 – 56 in-lb)
Measurement on spring balance (groove position) Suspension arm 11.4 – 145.4 N (1.17 – 14.83 kg, 2.57 – 32.68 lb)
Front lower link 11.0 – 140.6 N (1.13 – 14.34 kg, 2.48 – 31.60 lb)
Rotating torque 0.5 – 6.4 N·m (0.06 – 0.65 kg-m, 5 – 56 in-lb)
Axial end play 0 mm (0 in)
Item Standard
Front (Hf) 903 mm (35.55 in)
Rear (Hr) 890 mm (35.04 in)
SFA746B
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COLLISION DIAGNOSISSR-5
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BASIC INSPECTION
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
FOR FRONTAL COLLISION
FOR FRONTAL COLLISION : When SR S is activated in a collisionINFOID:0000000006113080
CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensur e that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
3. Remove the front air bag modules, crash zone sensor , bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies.
4. Check the SRS components using the table below: Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage. (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.)
5. Install new front air bag modules, crash zone sens or assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner
assemblies.
6. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-14, "
Description" for
details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
7. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-14, "
Description".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
Front passenger air bag module
(if equipped) If the front passenger air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fasteners.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners* have been activated:
REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT-III only.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem-
blies
(All applicable locations: buckle,
retractor, lap outer) If either the driver or passenger seat belt pre-tensioner* has been activated:
REPLACE all seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies with new fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt pre-tensioner activation using CONSULT-III only.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS components have been activated:
REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit.
Install with new fasteners.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for defor-
mities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged − REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral cable.
Occupant classification system
(Passenger seat) 1. Remove passenger seat assembly.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged
− REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
FOR FRONTAL COLLISION : When SRS is not activated in a collision
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CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all part s listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensur e that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Check the SRS components using the table below: Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage. (dents, cracks and deformation, etc.)
3. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III or air bag warning lamp. Refer to SRC-14, "
Description" for
details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
4. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-14, "
Description".
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Harness and connectors 1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged
− REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any
SRS harness.
Instrument panel assembly If the front passenger air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instrument panel assembly. (integrated type)
Part Inspection
Part Inspection
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has NOT been deployed:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for
deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged − REPLACE. Install driver air bag module with new fasteners.
Front passenger air bag module
(if equipped) If the front passenger air bag has NOT been deployed:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, ter-
minals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with the instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged − REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fasteners.
Crash zone sensor If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, terminals for deformi-
ties, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation, etc.) of the crash zone sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged − REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-tensioner assem-
blies
(All applicable locations: buckle,
retractor, lap outer) If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage , terminals for deformities, and harness for
binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged − REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
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COLLISION DIAGNOSISSR-7
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FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION
FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER CO LLISION : When SRS is activated in a collision
INFOID:0000000006113082
CAUTION:
Due to varying models and option levels, not all parts listed in the chart below apply to all vehicles.
WORK PROCEDURE
1. Before performing any of the following steps, ensur e that all vehicle body and structural repairs have been
completed.
2. Replace the following components:  Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
 Door finisher (on the side on which door-mounted curtain air bag is activated)
 Pop-up roll bar assemblies and pop-up roll bar covers
 Side air bag (satellite) sensor LH/RH (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
 Diagnosis sensor unit
 Seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies
3. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table. Replace any SRS components and the related parts s howing visible signs of damage. (dents, cracks,
deformation, etc.)
4. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-III and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRC-14, "
Description"
for details. Make sure entire SRS operates properly.
5. After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRC-14, "
Description".
Diagnosis sensor unit If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged
− REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for defor-
mities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged − REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged
− REPLACE.
Occupant classification system
(Passenger seat) 1. Remove passenger seat assembly.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged
− REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
Harness and connectors 1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged
− REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any
SRS harness.
Instrument panel assembly If the front passenger air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel assembly for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel assembly.
3. If damaged
− REPLACE the instrument panel assembly.
Part Inspection
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ST-4
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PRECAUTIONS
5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button igniti on switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
Service Notice or Precautions for Steering SystemINFOID:0000000006225573
 In case of removing steering gear assembly, make the final tightening with grounded and unloaded vehicle condition, and then check wheel alignment.
 Observe the following precautions when disassembling.
- Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
- Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is im portant to prevent the internal parts from becoming
contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
- For easier and proper assembly, place disassembled parts in order on a parts rack.
- Use nylon cloth or paper towels to clean the parts; co mmon shop rags can leave lint that might interfere with
their operation.
- Never reuse non-reusable parts.
- Before assembling, apply the specified grease to the directed parts.
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ST-14
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STEERING WHEEL
STEERING WHEEL
InspectionINFOID:0000000006225584
NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING WHEEL
1. Check that steering gear assembly, steering column assembly and steering wheel are installed in the cor-
rect position.
2. Perform neutral position inspection after wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "
Inspection".
3. Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position and c onfirm steering wheel is in the neutral position.
4. Loosen outer socket lock nut and turn inner socket to left and right equally to make fine adjustments if steering wheel is not in the neutral position.
STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Tires need to be inflated the specified pressure. Refer to WT-69, "
Tire Air Pressure".
3. Start the engine.
4. Bring power steering fluid up to adequate operating temperature.
5. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has been turned 540 ° from neutral position.
NOTE:
Multiply the distance (L) from the hook of spring balance to the
center of steering wheel by the measurement value with a spring
balance.
6. If steering wheel turning force is out of the specification, check
rack sliding force and relief hydraulic pressure of oil pump.
Regarding relief hydraulic pressure of oil pump, refer to ST-52, "
Inspection".
RACK SLIDING FORCE
1. Disconnect lower joint and steering knuckle from steering gear assembly. Refer to ST-41, "Exploded
View".
2. Start and run engine at idle to make sure steer ing fluid has reached normal operating temperature.
3. While pulling outer socket slowly in ±11.5 mm ( ±0.453 in) range
from neutral position, make sure rack sliding force is within
specification.
4. If rack sliding force is not within specification, overhaul steering gear assembly.
FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
1. Check front wheel turning angle after toe-in inspection. Refer to FSU-7, "Inspection".
Fluid temperature : 50 – 80
°C (122 – 176 °F)
Steering wheel turning
force : Refer to
ST-57, "
Steering
Wheel Turning Force".
JSGIA0027ZZ
Fluid temperature : 50 – 80 °C (122 – 176 °F)
Rack sliding force : Refer to ST-58, "
Rack
Sliding Force".
SST090B
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STEERING WHEELST-33
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Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000006225599
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006225600
REMOVAL
NOTE:
When reconnecting spiral cable, fix cable with a tape so that fixing case and rotating part keep aligned. This
will omit neutral position alignment procedure during spiral cable installation.
1. Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove driver air bag module. Refer to SR-11, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove steering wheel lock nut after steering is locked.
4. Remove steering wheel with the steering wheel puller (A) [SST: ST27180001 (J-25726-A)].
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Never twist spiral cable freely on excessively after it becomes tight (doing so may cause the cable to
tear off).
NOTE:
Check the spiral cable neutral position after r eplacing or rotating spiral cable. Refer to SR-14, "
Removal and
Installation".
1. Steering wheel
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGEST-47
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 Hook a spring balance at the point shown in the figure and pull the spring balance. Make sure that the spring balance reads the spec-
ified value when ball stud and inner socket start to move. Replace
outer socket and inner socket if they are outside the standard.
BALL JOINT ROTATING TORQUE
 Make sure that the reading is within the following specified rangeusing preload gauge (A) [SST: ST3127S000 (J-25765-A)]. Replace
outer socket if the reading is outside the specified value.
BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY
 Apply an axial load of 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) to ball stud. Using adial gauge, measure amount of stud movement, and then make
sure that the value is within the following specified range. Replace
outer socket (1) and inner socket (2) if the measured value is out-
side the standard.
INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
 After installation, bleed air from the steering hydraulic system. Refer to ST-30, "Inspection".
 Check if steering wheel turns smoothly when it is turned several times fully to the end of the left and right.
 Check the steering wheel play, neutral position steeri ng wheel, steering wheel turning force, and front wheel
turning angle. Refer to ST-32, "
Inspection".
 Check the fluid level, fluid leakage, and air bleeding hydraulic system. Refer to ST-30, "
Inspection".
 Perform final tightening of nuts and bolts on each part under unladen conditions with tires on level ground when removing steering gear assembly. Check wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-7, "
Inspection".
 Adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor after checking wheel alignment. Refer to BRC-64, "
Work
Procedure".
Outer socket
(Measuring point: Stud cotter pin mounting hole)
Spring balance measure-
ment : Refer to
ST-58, "
Socket
Swing Force and Rotating
To r q u e".
Inner socket (Measuring point: “*” mark shown in the figure)
Spring balance measure-
ment : Refer to
ST-58, "
Socket
Swing Force and Rotating
To r q u e".
Outer socket rotat-
ing torque : Refer to
ST-58, "
Socket Swing
Force and Rotating Torque".
SGIA0896E
SGIA1382E
Outer socket : Refer to ST-58, "Socket Axial End Play".
Inner socket : Refer to ST-58, "
Socket Axial End Play".
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