radiator INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Repair Manual

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 Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.
 Use lint-free paper or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.
 Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.
 All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.
 Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be repl aced any time the A/T is disassembled.
 It is very important to perform func tional tests whenever they are indicated.
 The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent springs
and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.
 Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.
 Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings and
seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Never use grease.
 Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.
 When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the ATF is drained. Old ATF will remain in torque con- verter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing” when changing ATF. Refer to TM-94, "
Changing".
 Occasionally, the parking gear may be locked with the to rque insufficiently released, when stopping the vehi-
cle by shifting the selector lever from “D” or “R” to “P” position with the brake pedal depressed.
In this case, the shock with a thud caused by the abrupt release of torque may occur when shifting the selec-
tor lever from “P” posit ion to other positions.
However, this symptom is not a malfunction which results in the damage of parts.
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000006274263
ATF COOLER SERVICE
If ATF contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc. ), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiat or or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to TM-97,
"Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-13, "Exploded View".
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STRUCTURE AND OPERATION
A/T FLUID COOLER SCHEMATIC
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
A/T fluid warmer
 The A/T fluid warmer (1) is installed on the front part of cylinder
block of engine.
 When engine is started while engine and A/T are cold, engine cool-
ant temperature rises more quickly than A/T fluid temperature. A/T
fluid warmer is provided with two circuits for ATF and engine cool-
ant respectively so that warmed engine coolant warms ATF
quickly. This helps shorten A/T warming up time, improving fuel
economy.
 A cooling effect is obtained when A/T fluid temperature is high.
A/T fluid cooler (with bypass valve)
 A/T fluid cooler (1) is installed in the front of radiator (2) and con- denser (3).
 A/T fluid cooler is provided with a bypass valve that controls ATF
flow. Bypass valve operates by thermo wax and a return spring.
Bypass valve fully opens when A/T fluid temperature is approxi-
mately 90 °C (194 °F) and fully closes when A/T fluid temperature is
approximately 100 °C (212 °F).
 When A/T fluid temperature is low, the bypass valve is open. Most of ATF therefore returns to the transmission without flowing into the
cooler core that has larger flow resistance.
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A/T FLUID COOLER
CleaningINFOID:0000000006233276
Whenever an A/T is replaced, the A/ T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator must be inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can becom e trapped in the A/T fluid cooler. This debris can con-
taminate the newly serviced A/T or, in severe cases, can bl ock or restrict the flow of ATF. In either case, mal-
function of the newly se rviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as ATF enters the cooler inlet. It will be necessary to back flush the cooler
through the cooler outlet in order to flush out any built up debris.
CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Identify the inlet and outlet fluid cooler hoses.
3. Disconnect the A/T fluid cooler inlet and outlet rubber hoses
from the steel cooler tubes or by-pass valve.
NOTE:
Replace the cooler hoses if rubber material from the hose
remains on the tube fitting.
4. Allow any ATF that remains in the cooler hoses to drain into the oil pan.
5. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
 Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying theTransmission Cooler Cleaner.
 Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
 Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
 Never breath vapors or spray mist.
6. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
7. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
8. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and of the cooler outlet hose.
9. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (71 to 128 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose for 10 seconds to force out any
remaining ATF.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 three additional times.
11. Position an oil pan under the banjo bolts that connect the A/T fluid cooler steel lines to the A/T.
12. Remove the banjo bolts.
13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the A/T by spraying Transmission Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (71 to 128 psi) through each steel line from the cooler
side back toward the A/T for 10 seconds to force out any remaining ATF.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform “DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE”.
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A/T FLUID COOLER
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exte
rior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the A/T inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission
Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
 Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
 Spray Transmission Cooler Cleaner only with adequate
ventilation.
 Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
 Never breath vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the cooler inlet hose.
6. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
7. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and end of cooler outlet hose.
8. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (71 to 128 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose to force any remaining ATF into
the coffee filter.
9. Remove the coffee filter from the end of the cooler inlet hose.
10. Perform “INSPECTION PROCEDURE”.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. Inspect the coffee filter for debris.
a. If small metal debris less than 1 mm (0.040 in) in size or metal powder is found in the coffee filter, this is normal. If normal
debris is found, the A/T fluid cooler/radiator can be re-used and
the procedure is ended.
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b. If one or more pieces of debr is are found that are over 1 mm
(0.040 in) in size and/or peeled clutch facing material is found in
the coffee filter, the A/T fluid c ooler is not serviceable. The A/T
fluid cooler/radiator must be replaced and the inspection proce-
dure is ended. Refer to TM-202, "
Exploded View".
InspectionINFOID:0000000006233277
After performing all procedures, ensure that all remaining oil is cleaned from all components.
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FLUID COOLER SYSTEM
FLUID COOLER SYSTEM
Exploded ViewINFOID:0000000006226907
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006226908
REMOVAL
1. Remove front grille. Refer to
EXT-19, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove reservoir tank. Refer to CO-13, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove radiator upper seal. Refer to DLK-220, "
Exploded View".
4. Remove air guide seal (RH). Refer to DLK-220, "
Exploded View".
5. Remove A/T fluid cooler hose C and D from A/T fluid cooler.
6. Remove liquid tank mounting bolt (A). Refer to HA-38,
"Exploded View".
7. Remove A/T fluid cooler mounting bolt (B).
8. Remove radiator mounting bolts and tilt radiator to the vehicle rear. Refer to CO-13, "
Exploded View".
9. Remove A/T fluid cooler bracket (C) from radiator (1), and remove A/T fluid cooler (2) from the vehicle.
CAUTION:
 Be careful not to damage A/T fluid cooler core.
 Be careful not to damage co ndenser core, condenser pipe
and liquid tank.
1. A/T assembly 2. Copper washer 3. A/T fluid cooler tube A
4. A/T fluid cooler tube D 5. Clip 6. Hose clamp
7. A/T fluid cooler hose E 8. A/T fluid cooler hose A 9. A/T fluid cooler hose B
10. A/T fluid cooler tube B 11. A/T fluid cooler tube C 12. A/T fluid cooler hose D
13. A/T fluid cooler 14. A/T fluid cooler hose C 15. A/T fluid warmer
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
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