2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL start

TF-2 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 40
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 42
Engine Control Signal ............................................. 42
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 42
CAN Communication Line ...................................... 43
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 43
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS .............. 44
4WD Indicator Lamp and LOCK Indicator Lamp Do
Not Turn ON for Approx. 1 Second When The Igni-
tion Switch Is Turned to ON .................................... 44
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 44
4WD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON When The
Ignition Switch Is Turned to ON .............................. 45
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 45
4WD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF Several
Seconds after Engine Started ................................. 46
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 46
4WD Mode Cannot Be Switched after Engine Is
Started .................................................................... 47
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 47
Heavy Tight-corner Braking Symptom Occurs
When The Vehicle Is Driven in AUTO Mode and The
Steering Wheel Is Turned Fully to Either Side after
The Engine Is Started ............................................. 48
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 48
Vehicle Does Not Enter 4WD Mode Even Though
4WD Warning Lamp Turned to OFF ....................... 49
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 50
While Driving, 4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly
(When Flashing in Approx. 1 Minute and Then Turn-
ing OFF) ................................................................. 50
While Driving, 4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly
(When Continuing to Flash until Turning Ignition Switch OFF) ............................................................ 51
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................... 51
4WD CONTROL UNIT ............................................... 52
Removal and Installation ......................................... 52
REMOVAL ............................................................ 52
INSTALLATION .................................................... 52
SIDE OIL SEAL ......................................................... 53
Removal and Installation ......................................... 53
REMOVAL ............................................................ 53
INSTALLATION .................................................... 53
AIR BREATHER HOSE ............................................. 54
Components ............................................................ 54
Removal and Installation ......................................... 54
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ........................................... 55
Removal and Installation ......................................... 55
COMPONENTS ................................................... 55
REMOVAL ............................................................ 55
INSTALLATION .................................................... 56
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 57
COMPONENTS ................................................... 57
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION ................................... 58
DISASSEMBLY .................................................... 62
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 66
SELECTING ADJUSTING SHIMS ....................... 67
ASSEMBLY .......................................................... 68
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 74
General Specifications ............................................ 74
Inspection and Adjustment ...................................... 74
PRELOAD TORQUE BEFORE DISASSEMBLY ... 74
PRELOAD TORQUE AFTER DISASSEMBLY
AND REASSEMBLY ............................................ 74
BACKLASH .......................................................... 74
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT ....................... 74
SELECTIVE PARTS ............................................ 74

TRANSFER OIL
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TRANSFER OILPFP:KLD30
ReplacementEDS001W2
DRAINING
CAUTION:
When draining oil, protect exhaust tube with cover.
1. Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer body sufficiently.
2. Stop engine, and remove drain plug to drain transfer oil.
3. Apply sealant to drain plug. Install drain plug on transfer and
tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-57, "
COMPO-
NENTS" .
FILLING
1. Remove filler plug and add gear oil until oil level reaches the
specified limit near filler plug mounting hole.
CAUTION:
Carefully fill the oil. (Fill up for approx. 3 minutes)
2. Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes, and check the oil level again.
3. Apply recommended sealant to filler plug. Install filler plug on
transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-57, "
COMPONENTS" .
InspectionEDS001W3
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL
1. Check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown in the fig-
ure.
CAUTION:
Do not start engine while checking oil level.
2. Before installing filler plug, apply sealant. Install filler plug on
transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to TF-57,
"COMPONENTS" .
SDIA0512E
Oil grade and Viscosity
: Refer to MA-17, "
Fluids and Lubricants" .
Oil capacity
: Approx. 0.31 (1/2 lmp pt)
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ALL MODE 4X4 SYSTEM
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4WD MODE SWITCH
AUTO Mode

Electronic control allows optimal distribution of torque to front/rear wheels to match road conditions.

4WD mode makes possible stable driving, with no wheel spin, on snowy roads or other slippery surfaces.

On roads which do not require 4WD, AUTO mode contributes to improved fuel economy by driving in con-
ditions close to front-wheel drive.

Sensor inputs determine the vehicle's turning condition, and tight cornering/braking are controlled by dis-
tributing optimum torque to rear wheels.
LOCK Mode

Front/rear wheel torque distribution is fixed, ensuring stable driving when climbing slopes.

Vehicle will switch automatically to AUTO mode if vehicle speed increases. If vehicle speed then
decreases, the vehicle automatically returns to direct 4-wheel driving conditions.

LOCK mode will change to AUTO mode automatically, when the vehicle speed exceeds approx. 30 km/h
(19 MPH). The LOCK indicator light keeps illuminating.
NOTE:
If there is a significant difference in pressure or wear between tires, full vehicle performance is not available.
LOCK mode may be prohibited, or speeds at which LOCK mode is enabled may be restricted detecting tire
conditions.
2WD Mode
Vehicle is in front-wheel drive.
NOTE:

If front wheels are slipping in 2WD mode, do not switch to AUTO or LOCK. This can cause difficulties for
the system.

Even if the 4WD mode switch is in 2WD mode, the 4WD control unit occasionally automatically change to
AUTO mode depending on the driving condition (For example; Depressing the acceleration firmly). This is
not malfunction. However, 4WD indicator lamp dose not illuminate.
4WD INDICATOR LAMP AND LOCK INDICATOR LAMP
The following is the indications of indicator lamp.
4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in 4WD system. It indicates that the vehicle is in fail-safe mode and
change to front-wheel drive or shifting driving force-4WD (Rear-wheels still have some driving torque).
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF approximately for 1
seconds after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD Warning Lamp Indication
Condition 4WD indicator lamp LOCK indicator lamp
AUTO mode ON OFF
LOCK mode ON ON
2WD mode OFF OFF
Lamp check Turns ON for approx. 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON.
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Condition 4WD warning lamp
Lamp checkTurns ON when ignition switch is turned ON. Turns OFF
approx. 1 seconds after engine start.
4WD system malfunctionON
Protection function is activated due to heavy load to electric con-
trolled coupling. (4WD system is not malfunctioning and 4WD system
changes to 2WD mode.)Rapid flashing: 2 times/second
(Flashing in approx. 1 minute and then turning OFF.)

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Trouble Diagnosis Chart for SymptomsEDS001VJ
If 4WD warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-30, "SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE" .
NOTE:

Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions in AUTO mode. This is not malfunction.

Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs when vehicle is driven in the following conditions: LOCK mode, steering
wheel is turned fully to either sides, and accelerator pedal was depressed.Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
4WD indicator lamp and LOCK indicator
lamp do not turn ON for approx. 1 second
when the ignition switch is turned to ON.
(4WD indicator lamp and LOCK indicator
lamp check)Ignition switch: ONCAN communication line
TF-44
Power supply and ground for 4WD con-
trol unit
Unified meter control unit
4WD warning lamp does not turn ON when
the ignition switch is turned to ON.
(4WD warning lamp check)Ignition switch: ONCAN communication line
TF-45
Unified meter control unit
4WD warning lamp does not turn OFF sev-
eral seconds after engine started.Engine runningCAN communication line
TF-46
Power supply and ground for 4WD con-
trol unit
Unified meter control unit
4WD solenoid
4WD actuator relay (integrated in 4WD
control unit)
Wheel sensor
4WD mode cannot be switched after engine
is started.Engine running4WD mode switch
TF-47
CAN communication line
Unified meter control unit
Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs
when the vehicle is driven in AUTO mode
and the steering wheel is turned fully to
either side after the engine is started. (See
NOTE.)

While driving

AUTO mode

Steering wheel is
turned fully to either
sidesCAN communication line
TF-48
4WD mode switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
4WD solenoid
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (clutch sticking etc.)
Vehicle does not enter 4WD mode even
though 4WD warning lamp turned to OFF.Vehicle speed: 10 km/h
(6 MPH) or less4WD solenoid
TF-49
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (Mechanical engage-
ment of clutch is not possible.)
Vehicle speed: 10 km/h
(6 MPH) or moreOperating condition of parking brake
4WD solenoid
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (Mechanical engage-
ment of clutch is not possible.)
While driving, 4WD warning lamp flashes
rapidly. (When flashing in approx. 1 minute
and then turning OFF.)
Rapid flashing: 2 times/second

While driving

AUTO mode and
LOCK modeProtection function is activated due to
heavy load to electric controlled cou-
pling. (4WD system is not malfunction-
ing.)TF-50
While driving, 4WD warning lamp flashes
slowly. (When continuing to flash until turn-
ing ignition switch OFF)
Slow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds
While driving

Vehicle speed: 20 km/h
(12 MPH) or moreTire size is different between front and
rear of vehicle.TF-51

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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*: The values are changed by throttle opening and engine speed.
CONSULT-II FunctionEDS001VL
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE

For details, refer to the separate “CONSULT-II Operations Man-
ual”.
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data
link connector on vehicle.
3. Turn ignition switch “ON”.
4. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”.
4WD MODE MON [2WD/AUTO/
LOCK]Control status of 4WD
(Output condition of 4WD indi-
cator lamp and LOCK indica-
tor lamp signal)4WD mode switch
(Engine running)2WD 2WD
AUTO AUTO
LOCK LOCK
DIS-TIRE MONI [mm]Improper size tire installed
conditionVehicle running with normal size tire
installed0-4 mm
Vehicle running with improper size
tire installed (Front/rear tire size dif-
ference, wear condition)4-8 mm, 8- mm
P BRAKE SW [ON/OFF] Condition of parking brakeParking brake operated ON
Parking brake not operated OFF Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
Diagnostic test mode FunctionReference
page
Self-diagnostic results

Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.TF-30
Data monitor
Input/Output data in the 4WD control unit can be read.TF-31
CAN diagnostic support monitor
The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read. —
Active test

Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives some actuators apart from
the 4WD control unit and also shifts some parameters in a specified range.TF-32
ECU part number
4WD control unit part number can be read.TF-32
PBIB0376E
SAIA0450E

TF-30
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

5. Touch “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
If “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” is not indicated, go to GI-35, "
CON-
SULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
6. Perform each diagnostic test mode according to each service
procedure.
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE”. Refer to TF-29, "CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE"
.
2. Start engine and drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approx. 1 minute.
3. Stop vehicle. With engine at idle, touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
Display shows malfunction experienced since the last erasing
operation.
NOTE:

The details for “TIME” are as follow:
–“0”: Error currently detected with 4WD control unit.
–Except for “0”: Error detected in the past and memorized
with 4WD control unit.
Detects frequency of driving after DTC occurs (frequency
of turning ignition switch “ON/OFF”).
Display Item List
CAUTION:

If “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for CAN communica-
tion line.

Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more after
turning ignition switch "OFF" if 4WD warning lamp turns ON with system malfunction of “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]”. 4WD
warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
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Items (CONSULT-II screen
terms)Diagnostic item is detected when... Check item
CONTROLLER FAILURE
[C1201]Malfunction has occurred inside4WD control unit.TF-34, "
4WD Control Unit"
ABS SYSTEM
[C1203]Malfunction related to wheel sensor has been detected by ABS actu-
ator and electric unit (control unit) (without ESP) or ESP/TCS/ABS
control unit (with ESP).TF-34, "ABS System"
4WD SOLENOID
[C1204]Malfunction related to 4WD solenoid has been detected.TF-36, "4WD Solenoid"
4WD ACTUATOR RLY
[C1205]Malfunction has been detected from 4WD actuator relay integrated
with 4WD control unit, or malfunction related to 4WD solenoid has
been detected.TF-38, "4WD Actuator
Relay" or TF-36, "4WD
Solenoid"
MODE SW
[C1209]More than two switch inputs are simultaneously detected due to
short circuit of 4WD mode switch.TF-40, "4WD Mode Switch"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1210]Malfunction has been detected from ECM.TF-42, "Engine Control Sig-
nal"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]Malfunction has been detected from CAN communication line.LAN-4, "CAN Communica-
tion Unit"
NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING MAY BE
REQUIRED.No NG item has been detected. —

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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How to Erase Self-diagnostic Results
1. Perform applicably inspection of malfunctioning item and then repair or replace.
2. Start engine and drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approx. 1 minute.
3. Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
NOTE:
Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h
(19 MPH) or more after turning ignition switch "OFF" if 4WD warning lamp turns ON with system
malfunction of “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]”. 4WD warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless
ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
4. Turn ignition switch “OFF” to erase memory.
5. Start engine and select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” with CONSULT-II.
6. Touch “ERASE” on CONSULT-II screen to erase DTC memory.
CAUTION:
If memory cannot be erased, perform applicably diagnosis.
7. Drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approx. 1 minute. Be sure 4WD warning lamp is OFF.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE”. Refer to TF-29, "CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE"
.
2. Touch “DATA MONITOR”.
3. Select from “SELECT MONITOR ITEM”, screen of data monitor mode is displayed.
NOTE:
When malfunction is detected, CONSULT-II performs REAL-TIME DIAGNOSIS.
Also, any malfunction detected while in this mode will be displayed at real time.
Display Item List
×: Standard –: Not applicable
Monitored item (Unit)Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
FR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph]×××Wheel speed calculated by front wheel
sensor RH signal is displayed.
FR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph]×××Wheel speed calculated by front wheel
sensor LH signal is displayed.
RR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph]×××Wheel speed calculated by rear wheel
sensor RH signal is displayed.
RR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph]×××Wheel speed calculated by rear wheel
sensor LH signal is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT [V] – –×Power supply voltage for 4WD control unit.
THRTL POS SEN [%] – –×Throttle opening status is displayed.
ETS SOLENOID [A] – –×Monitored value of current at 4WD sole-
noid.
STOP LAMP SW [ON/OFF] – –×Stop lamp switch signal status via CAN
communication line is displayed.
ENG SPEED SIG [RUN/STOP] – –×Engine status is displayed.
ETS ACTUATOR [ON/OFF] – –×Operating condition of 4WD actuator relay
(integrated in 4WD control unit) is dis-
played.
4WD WARN LAMP [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of 4WD warning lamp is dis-
played.
4WD MODE SW [2WD/AUTO/LOCK] – –×4WD lock switch signal status via CAN
communication line is displayed.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEMPFP:00000
Power Supply Circuit for 4WD Control UnitEDS001VM
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA MONITOR MODE
Data are reference value.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect 4WD control unit harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
4. Check voltage between 4WD control unit harness connector ter-
minals and ground.
5. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Check voltage between 4WD control unit harness connector ter-
minals and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or
replace damaged parts.

10A fuse [No. 8 or 37, located in the fuse block (J/B)]

Harness for short or open between battery and 4WD control unit harness connector terminal 9

Harness for short or open between ignition switch and 4WD control unit harness connector ter-
minal 7

Ignition switch. Refer to PG-2, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING" .
Monitored item [Unit] Condition Display value (Approx.)
BATTERY VOLT [V] Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage
Connector Terminal (Wire color) Voltage (Approx.)
M1077 (GY) - Ground
Battery voltage
9 (P/L) - Ground
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Connector Terminal (Wire color) Voltage (Approx.)
M1077 (GY) - Ground 0V
9 (P/L) - Ground Battery voltage
SDIA2321E