fuel cap INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Service Manual

QUICK REFERENCE CHART QX56
BRAKE PEDAL
Unit : mm (in)
FRONT DISK BRAKE
Unit : mm (in)
REAR DISK BRAKE
Unit : mm (in)
REFILL CAPACITIESELS00040
Item Standard
Brake pedal height 168.5 (6.63) – 178.5 (7.03)
Depressed brake pedal height
[Depressing 490 N (50 kg, 110 lb) while turning the engine ON] 100 (3.94) or more
Item Limit
Brake pad Wear thickness 1.5 (0.059)
Disc rotor Wear thickness 28.5 (1.122)
Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.053 (0.0021)
Item Limit
Brake pad Wear thickness 2.0 (0.079)
Disc rotor Wear thickness 18.0 (0.709)
Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.05 (0.0020)
UNIT
Liter US measure
Fuel tank 98.4 26 gal
Engine Coolant ( With reservoir tank ) at MAX level 14.9 15-6/8 qt
Engine oil Drain and refill
With oil filter change 6.5 6-7/8 qt
Without oil filter change 6.2 6-4/8 qt
Dry engine (Overhaul) 7.6 8 qt
Transmission 10.0 10-5/8 qt
Transfer 1.5 3-1/8 pt
Final drive Front 0.75 1-5/8 pt
Rear 1.75 3-3/4 pt
Power steering system 1.0 7/8 qt
Air conditioning system Compressor oil 0.21 7.1 fl oz
Refrigerant 1.05 kg 2.32 lb
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STRUCTURE AND OPERATION
DESCRIPTION
 Ball ramp lever operates in the direction of main shaft axis according to rotation of actuator shaft and
presses piston. Pressure is applied to each clutch and torque is transmitted.
 Shift fork operates in the direction of main shaft axis according to rotation of actuator shaft and performs
engagement and disengagement to Hi-Lo sleeve and lock sleev e of main shaft. Mode is switched between
4H ⇔4L.
AUTO MODE
 The optimum torque distribution is electronically performed for front and rear wheels according to road con-
ditions.
 Stable start without wheel spin is possible on slippery road conditions, such as on a snowy road.
 When road condition does not require 4WD driving, the st atus becomes close to rear wheel drive, which
results in better fuel efficiency and prov ides FR-like steering characteristics.
 The vehicle cornering status is judged according to information from each sensor, and the optimum torque is
distributed to front wheels for prev enting tight-corner braking symptom.
NOTE:
When there is a difference of revolution speed between the front and rear wheel the shift occasionally changes
to direct 4-wheel driving conditions aut omatically. This is not a malfunction.
4H MODE
 Torque distribution for front and rear wheels is fixed and stable start is achieved while driving on an rough,
sandy or snowy road.
4L MODE
 Large traction force is obtained due to low gear. High running ability and escaping ability are achieved.
 Switching from 4H mode to 4L mode is not possible w hen the vehicle is not stopped and A/T shift selector is
not in the neutral position.
TORQUE DISTRIBUTION DIAGRAM
JPDIE0256GB
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P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305,
P0306, P0307, P0308 MISFIRE ..................... ..
291
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..291
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................292
P0327, P0328, P0332, P0333 KS ....................297
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..297
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................297
Component Inspection (Knock Sensor) ................298
P0335 CKP SENSOR .......................................299
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..299
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................299
Component Inspection (Crankshaft Position Sen-
sor) ........................................................................
301
P0340, P0345 CMP SENSOR ..........................303
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..303
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................304
Component Inspection (Camshaft Position Sen-
sor) ........................................................................
306
P0420, P0430 THREE WAY CATALYST
FUNCTION .......................................................
307
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..307
Component Function Check ..................................308
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................309
P0441 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM ..................312
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..312
Component Function Check ..................................313
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................314
P0443 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME
CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE .......................
317
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..317
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................318
Component Inspection (EVAP Canister Purge
Volume Control Solenoid Valve) ...........................
320
P0444, P0445 EVAP CANISTER PURGE
VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE .......
322
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..322
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................322
Component Inspection (EVAP Canister Purge
Volume Control Solenoid Valve) ...........................
323
P0447 EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL
VALVE ..............................................................
325
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..325
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................325
Component Inspection (EVAP Canister Vent Con-
trol Valve) ............................................................ ..
327
P0448 EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL
VALVE ..............................................................
329
DTC Logic ........................................................... ..329
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................329
Component Inspection (EVAP Canister Vent Con-
trol Valve) ............................................................ ..
331
P0451 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM PRES-
SURE SENSOR ...............................................
333
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..333
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................333
Component Inspection (EVAP Control System
Pressure Sensor) ................................................. ..
335
P0452 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM PRES-
SURE SENSOR ...............................................
336
DTC Logic ..............................................................336
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................337
Component Inspection (EVAP Control System
Pressure Sensor) ................................................. ..
339
P0453 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM PRES-
SURE SENSOR ...............................................
341
DTC Logic ..............................................................341
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................342
Component Inspection (EVAP Control System
Pressure Sensor) ................................................. ..
345
P0456 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM .................346
DTC Logic ..............................................................346
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................347
Component Inspection (Fuel Filler Cap) ................350
P0460 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR .......................352
DTC Logic ............................................................ ..352
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................352
P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR .......................353
DTC Logic ..............................................................353
Component Function Check ..................................353
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................354
P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR ...........355
DTC Logic ..............................................................355
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................355
P0500 VSS ......................................................356
Description ........................................................... ..356
DTC Logic ..............................................................356
Component Function Check ..................................357
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................357
P0506 ISC SYSTEM ........................................358
Description .............................................................358
DTC Logic ..............................................................358
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................358
P0507 ISC SYSTEM ........................................360
Description .............................................................360
DTC Logic ..............................................................360
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................360
P050E COLD START CONTROL ...................362
Description .............................................................362
DTC Logic ..............................................................362
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................362
P0524 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ....................364
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolsINFOID:0000000006217654
Commercial Service ToolsINFOID:0000000006217655
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
KV10118400
(—)
Fuel tube adapter Measures fuel pressure
PBIB3043E
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)
Description
Leak detector
i.e.: (J-41416) Locates the EVAP leak
EVAP service port adapter
i.e.: (J-41413-OBD) Applys positive pressure through EVAP service
port
Fuel filler cap adapter
i.e.: (MLR-8382) Checks fuel tank vacuum relief valve opening
pressure
Socket wrench Removes and installs engine coolant temperature sensor
S-NT703
S-NT704
S-NT815
S-NT705
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COMPONENT PARTSEC-21
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Accelerator Pedal
Position SensorINFOID:0000000006217658
The accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor is installed on the
accelerator pedal assembly. The sensor detects the accelerator
position and sends a signal to the ECM.
Accelerator pedal position sensor has two sensors. These sensors
are a kind of potentiometer which transform the accelerator pedal
position into output voltage, and emit the voltage signals to the ECM.
The ECM judges the current opening angle of the accelerator pedal
from these signals and controls the throttle control motor based on
these signals.
Idle position of the accelerator pedal is determined by the ECM
receiving the signal from the accelerator pedal position sensor. The
ECM uses this signal for engine operations such as fuel cut.
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor 1INFOID:0000000006217659
DESCRIPTION
The sensor element of the A/F sensor 1 is composed an electrode layer, which transports ions. It has a heater
in the element.
The sensor is capable of precise measurement = 1, but also in the lean and rich range. Together with its
control electronics, the sens or outputs a clear, continuous signal throughout a wide range.
The exhaust gas components diffuse through the diffusion layer at the sensor cell. An electrode layer is
applied voltage, and this current relative oxygen density in lean. Also this current relative hydrocarbon density
in rich.
Therefore, the A/F sensor 1 is able to indicate air fuel ratio by this
electrode layer of current. In addition, a heater is integrated in the
sensor to ensure the required operating temperature of approxi-
mately 760 °C (1,400 °F).
A/F SENSOR 1 HEATER
A/F sensor 1 heater is integrated in the sensor.
The ECM performs ON/OFF duty control of the A/F sensor 1 heater corresponding to the engine operating
condition to keep the temperature of A/F s ensor 1 element within the specified range.
ASCD Brake Switch & Stop Lamp Switch INFOID:0000000006217660
Stop lamp switch and ASCD brake switch are installed to brake pedal bracket.
When the brake pedal is depressed, ASCD brake switch is turned OFF and stop lamp switch is turned ON.
ECM detects the state of the brake pedal by those two types of input (ON/OFF signal).
ASCD Steering SwitchINFOID:0000000006217661
ASCD steering switch has variant values of electrical resistance for each button. ECM reads voltage variation
of switch, and determines which button is operated.
ASCD IndicatorsINFOID:0000000006217662
ASCD operation status is indicated by CRUISE indicator in combination meter.
ECM transmits the ASCD status signal to the combi nation meter via CAN communication according to ASCD
operation.
PBIB1741E
JSBIA0527GB
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EC-138
< BASIC INSPECTION >[VK56VD]
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
needed, drive vehicle under the specific driving pattern. Refer to
EC-157, "SRT Set Driving Pat-
tern".
Diagnostic Work SheetINFOID:0000000006217738
DESCRIPTION
There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction of
engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make trou-
bleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about symptoms. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a cus-
tomer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the WORKSHEET SAMPLE
below in order to organize all the information for troubleshooting.
Some conditions may cause the MIL to illuminate or blink, and DTC
to be detected. Examples:
 Vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the engine to misfire.
 Fuel filler cap was left off or incorrectly screwed on, allowing fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere.
WORKSHEET SAMPLE
SEF907L
MTBL0017
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUEEC-167
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>> GO TO 26.
22.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 in air cleaner element
 Uneven dirt in air cleaner element
 Improper specification in intake air system
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 24.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 23.
23.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and check t hat the indication is within the SP
value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Less than the SP value: GO TO 24.
24.CHECK “MAS A/F SE-B1”
Select “MAS A/F SE-B1” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and check that the indication is within the SP
value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 25.
NO >> Less than the SP value: Replace malfunctioning mass air flow sensor, and then GO TO 27.
25.CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of air leakage after the mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.
 Disconnection, looseness, and cracks in air duct
 Looseness of oil filler cap
 Disconnection of oil level gauge
 Open stuck, breakage, hose disconnection, or cracks in PCV valve
 Disconnection or cracks in EVAP purge hose, stuc k open EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid
valve
 Malfunctioning seal in rocker cover gasket
 Disconnection, looseness, or cracks in hoses, such as a vacuum hose, connecting to intake air system parts
 Malfunctioning seal in intake air system, etc.
>> GO TO 27.
26.CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” and “B/FUE L SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and
check that each indication is within the SP value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-524, "
Symptom Table".
27.CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of “DATA MONITOR” mode, and then check that the indication is within
the SP value.
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-524, "
Symptom Table".
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P0137, P0157 HO2S2EC-243
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P0137, P0157 HO2S2
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006217813
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
The heated oxygen sensor 2 has a much longer switching time
between rich and lean than the air fuel
ratio (A/F) sensor 1. The oxy-
gen storage capacity of the three way catalyst (manifold) causes the
longer switching time. To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen
sensor 2, ECM monitors whether the maximum voltage of the sensor
is sufficiently high during various driving conditions such as fuel cut.
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PRECONDITIONING
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
Will CONSULT-III be used?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 4.
2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
WITH CONSULT-III
TESTING CONDITION:
For better results, perform “DTC WORK SUPPORT” at a temperature of 0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F).
1. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Restart engine and keep the engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for at least 1 minute under no load.
6. Let engine idle for 1 minute.
7. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
8. Check that “COOLAN TEMP/S” indicates more than 70 °C (158 °F).
If not, warm up engine and go to next step w hen “COOLAN TEMP/S” indication reaches 70 °C (158 °F).
9. Open engine hood.
10. Select “HO2S2 (B1) P1147” (for DTC P0137) or “HO2S2 (B2) P1167” (for DTC P0157) of “HO2S2” in
“DTC WORK SUPPORT” mode with CONSULT-III.
11. Follow the instruction of CONSULT-III display.
NOTE:
It will take at most 10 minutes until “COMPLETED” is displayed.
12. Touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
JMBIA1572GB
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name
(Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0137 HO2S2 (B1)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 1) circuit low voltage]
The maximum voltage from the sensor does
not reach the specified voltage.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
 Fuel pressure
 Fuel injector
 Intake air leaks
P0157
HO2S2 (B2)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 2) circuit low voltage]
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P0138, P0158 HO2S2
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006217817
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
The heated oxygen sensor 2 has a much longer switching
time between rich and lean than the air fuel ratio (A/
F) sensor 1. The oxygen storage capacity of the thr ee way catalyst (manifold) causes the longer switching
time.
MALFUNCTION A
To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen sensor 2, ECM monitors
whether the voltage is unusually high during various driving condi-
tions such as fuel cut.
MALFUNCTION B
To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen sensor 2, ECM monitors
whether the minimum voltage of sensor is sufficiently low during var-
ious driving conditions such as fuel cut.
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
PBIB1848E
PBIB2376E
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name
(Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0138 HO2S2 (B1)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 1) circuit high voltage] A)
An excessively high voltage from the
sensor is sent to ECM.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
B) The minimum voltage from the sensor is
not reached to the specified voltage.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
 Fuel pressure
 Fuel injector
P0158 HO2S2 (B2)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 2) circuit high voltage] A)
An excessively high voltage from the
sensor is sent to ECM.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
B) The minimum voltage from the sensor is
not reached to the specified voltage.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
 Fuel pressure
 Fuel injector
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P0139, P0159 HO2S2EC-257
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DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006217821
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
The heated oxygen sensor 2 has a much longer switching time
between rich and lean than the air fuel
ratio (A/F) sensor 1. The oxy-
gen storage capacity of the three way catalyst (manifold) causes the
longer switching time. To judge the malfunctions of heated oxygen
sensor 2, ECM monitors whether the switching response of the sen-
sor's voltage is faster than specified during various driving conditions
such as fuel cut.
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PRECONDITIONING
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
Will CONSULT-III be used?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 4.
2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
WITH CONSULT-III
TESTING CONDITION:
For better results, perform “DTC WORK SUPPORT” at a temperature of 0 to 30 °C (32 to 86 °F).
1. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Restart engine and keep the engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for at least 1 minute under no load.
6. Let engine idle for 1 minute.
7. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
8. Check that “COOLAN TEMP/S” indicates more than 70 °C (158 °F).
If not, warm up engine and go to next step when “COOLAN TEMP/S” indication reaches to 70°C (158 °F).
9. Open engine hood.
10. Select “HO2S2 (B1) P0139” or “HO2S2 (B2) P 0159” of “HO2S2” in “DTC WORK SUPPORT” mode with
CONSULT-III.
11. Start engine and follow the instruction of CONSULT-III display.
NOTE:
It will take at most 10 minutes until “COMPLETED” is displayed.
12. Touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
SEF302U
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name
(Trouble diagnosis content) DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0139 HO2S2 (B1)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 1) circuit slow response] It takes more time for the sensor to respond
between rich and lean than the specified
time.  Harness or connectors
(The heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit is
open or shorted)
 Heated oxygen sensor 2
 Fuel pressure
 Fuel injector
 Intake air leaks
P0159
HO2S2 (B2)
[Heated oxygen sensor 2
(bank 2) circuit slow response]
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