2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL start

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
BRC-53
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3. During TCS operation, it informs a driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.
CAUTION:

During TCS operation, body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and the mechanical noise may be
heard. This is a normal condition.

Depending on road circumstances, a driver may have a sluggish feel. This is not abnormal,
because the optimum traction has the highest priority by TCS operation.

When the vehicle is passing through a road where the surface friction coefficient varies, down-
shifting or depressing the accelerator pedal fully may activate TCS temporarily.
ABS FunctionEFS0019U
1. In cases of braking suddenly or braking on slippery road (ice road), ABS functions prevent wheels from
lock, improve the stability in sudden braking, and make efficient avoidance of obstacles with steering
manipulation by detecting wheel speed and controlling brake fluid pressure.
2. EBD is integrated in ESP/TCS/ABS system.
CAUTION:

During ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and its mechanical noise may be heard. This is
a normal condition.

When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or the motor operating
noise may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of the operation check.

The stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on
rough, gravel, or snowy (fresh deep snow) road.
EBD FunctionEFS004HO

Electronic Brake Distributor is a function that detects subtle slippages between front and rear wheels dur-
ing braking, and it improves handling stability by electronically controlling the brake fluid pressure which
results in reduced rear wheel slippage.

In case of electrical system break down, the fail-safe function is activated, EBD and ABS becomes inoper-
ative, and ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp are turned on.

Electrical System Diagnosis by CONSULT-II is available.
Fail-Safe FunctionEFS004HP
ESP/ TCS SYSTEM
In case of throttle control system trouble, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are turned on, and
the condition of vehicle is the same as the condition of vehicles without ESP/TCS equipment. In case of trou-
ble to the throttle control system, the ABS control continues to operate normally without ESP/TCS control.
CAUTION:
If the fail-safe function is activated, then perform the self- diagnosis for ESP/TCS/ABS control system.
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In case of electrical malfunctions with the ABS, ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indica-
tor lamp will turn on. In case of electrical malfunctions with the EBD, brake warning lamp, ABS warning lamp,
ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. Simultaneously, the ESP/ TCS/ABS become one
of the following conditions of the fail-safe function.
1. For ABS trouble, only the EBD is activated and the condition of vehicle is the same condition of vehicles
without ESP/TCS/ABS equipment.
2. For EBD trouble, the EBD and ABS become inoperative, and the condition of vehicle is the same as the
condition of vehicles without ESP/TCS/ABS, EBD equipment.
NOTE:
In condition 1 described above, an ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a normal condition
because a self-diagnosis for “Ignition switch ON” and “The first starting” are being performed.

BRC-76
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

OFF SWESP OFF SW
ON/OFF conditionESP OFF switch ON
(When ESP OFF indicator
lamp is ON.)ON
ESP OFF switch circuit
ESP OFF switch OFF
(When ESP OFF indicator
lamp is OFF.)OFF
ABS WARN LAMPABS warning lamp sta-
tus (Note 2)When ABS warning lamp is
ON.ON
ABS warning lamp circuit
When ABS warning lamp is
OFF.OFF
OFF LAMPESP OFF indicator
lamp status (Note 3)When ESP OFF indicator
lamp is ON.ON
ESP OFF indicator lamp
circuit
When ESP OFF indicator
lamp is OFF.OFF
SLIP LAMPSLIP indicator lamp
status (Note 4)When SLIP indicator lamp is
ONON
SLIP indicator lamp cir-
cuit
When SLIP indicator lamp is
OFF.OFF
FR LH IN SOL
FR LH OUT SOL
FR RH IN SOL
FR RH OUT SOL
RR LH IN SOL
RR LH OUT SOL
RR RH IN SOL
RR RH OUT SOLSolenoid valve opera-
tionActuator (solenoid valve) is
active (“Active Test ”with CON-
SULT-II) or actuator relay is
inactive (in fail-safe mode).ON
Solenoid valve and cir-
cuit
When the actuator (solenoid
valve) is not active and actua-
tor relay is active (ignition
switch ON).OFF
USV [FR-RL]
USV [FL-RR]
HSV [FR-RL]
HSV [FL-RR]ESP switch-over sole-
noid valve statusWhen the actuator (switch-
over solenoid valve) is active
(“Active test” with CONSULT-
II) or the actuator relay is inac-
tive (when fail-safe mode).ON
Switch-over solenoid
valve and circuit
When the actuator (switch-
over solenoid valve) is inactive
or the actuator relay is active
(ignition switch ON).OFF
V/R OUTPUTActuator relay acti-
vated
(ON/OFF)When the actuator relay is
active (the engine is running).ON
Actuator relay and circuit When the actuator relay is not
active (before the engine get
started and in the fail-safe
mode).OFF
M/R OUTPUTActuator motor and
motor relay status (ON/
OFF)When the actuator motor and
motor relay are active (“Active
test” with CONSULT-II).ON
Actuator motor, motor
relay, and circuit
When the actuator motor and
motor relay are inactive.OFF
FLUID LEV SWBrake fluid level warn-
ing switch status.When brake fluid level warning
switch is ON.ON
Brake fluid level warning
switch, brake warning
lamp and circuit. When brake fluid lever warning
switch is OFF.OFF
EBD FAIL SIG
ABS FAIL SIG
TCS FAIL SIG
ESP FAIL SIGSystem fail signal sta-
tusMalfunctions condition
(When system failed)OFFEBD system
ABS system
TCS system
ESP system Data monitor item ContentsData monitor
(Reference) Check items
for malfunction
ConditionReference value in
normal operation

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-77
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(Note 1): Check the pressure of the tyre in normal condition.
(Note 2): ON/OFF timing of the ABS warning lamp
ON: For approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON, or when a malfunction is detected.
OFF: Approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON (when the system is in normal operation).
(Note 3): ON/OFF timing of the ESP OFF indicator lamp
ON: For approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON, or when a malfunction is detected ESP OFF switch is ON.
OFF: Approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON (when the system is in normal operation) or when ESP OFF
switch is OFF.
(Note 4): SLIP indicator lamp ON/OFF timing
ON: For approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON, or when a malfunction is detected.
OFF: Approximately 0.5 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON (when the system is in normal operation) and ESP/TCS function
is not activated.
Flashing: ESP/TCS function is active during driving.
CONSULT-II Functions EFS001A7
CONSULT-II MAIN FUNCTION
In a diagnosis function (main function), there are “WORK SUPPORT”, “SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS”,
“DATA MONITOR”, “CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR”, “ACTIVE TEST”, “FUNCTION TEST”, “ECU PART NUM-
BER”.
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”.
Diagnostic
test modeFunction Reference
WORK SUP-
PORTThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more accurately
by following the indications on CONSULT-II.BRC-51, "
Adjustment of
Steering Angle Sensor Neu-
tral Position"
SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC
RESULTSSelf-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.BRC-79, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS"
DATA MONI-
TORInput/Output data in the ESP/TCS/ABS control unit can be read.BRC-81, "DATA MONITOR"
CAN DIAG
SUPPORT
MNTRThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of communication can be read. —
ACTIVE TESTDiagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives some actuators apart from the
ESP/TCS/ABS control unit and also shifts some parameters in a specified range.BRC-84, "
ACTIVE TEST"
FUNCTION
TESTConducted by CONSULT-II instead of a technician to determine whether each sys-
tem is “OK” or “NG”.—
ECU PART
NUMBERESP/TCS/ABS control unit part number can be read. —
SKIA3098E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-79
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SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Description

If an error is detected in the system, ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp
on the combination meter turn on. In this case, perform self-diagnosis as follows:

While CONSULT-II is used, ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp, SLIP indicator lamp may be
turned on in a case of no malfunctioning.
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Start engine and drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
5. After stopping vehicle, with the engine running, touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “SELF-
DIAG RESULTS” in order on the CONSULT-II screen.
CAUTION:
If “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on the
ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the System Selection screen. In this case, repeat
the operation from step 1. If it cannot be shown after several attempts, ABS actuator and electric
unit (control unit) may have malfunctioned.
6. The self-diagnostic results are displayed. (If necessary, the self-diagnostic results can be printed out by
touching “PRINT”.)

When “NO FAILURE” is displayed, check ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indica-
tor lamp.
7. Perform the appropriate inspection from the display item list, and repair or replace the malfunctioning
component.
8. Drive the vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
CAUTION:

In a case that a wheel sensor is malfunctioning, ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp,
SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. If vehicle is not driven at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or
more for at least approximately 1 minute after repair of the wheel sensor system, ABS warning
lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may not turn off even if everything is
normal. Check again to make sure that there is no malfunction on other parts.
9. Turn ignition switch OFF to prepare for erasing the memory.
10. Start engine and touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”, “ERASE
MEMORY” in order on the CONSULT-II screen to erase the error memory.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-35, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
CAUTION:
If the error memory is not erased, re-perform the operation from step 5.
11. For the final inspection, drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute and confirm that
ABS warning lamp, ESP OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are OFF.

BRC-82
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

Operation Procedure
1. After turning OFF ignition switch, connect CONSULT-II and CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “DATA MONITOR” in order on the CONSULT-II screen.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-35, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
CAUTION:
When “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on
ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the system selection screen. In this case, repeat
the operation from step 1.
4. Return to the Monitor Item Selection screen, and touch “ECU INPUT SIGNALS”, “MAIN SIGNALS” or
“SELECTION FROM MENU”. Refer to the following information.
5. When “START” is touched, the data monitor screen is displayed.
Display Item List
Data Monitor Item (Unit)Data Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
GEAR (A/T MODEL)×××The gear position determined
from A/T PNP switch signal is dis-
played.l
SLCT LVR POSI (A/T MODEL)×××Shift position determined from the
A/T PNP switch signal is dis-
played.
FR RH SENSOR [km/h]×××Wheel speed calculated by front
RH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
FR LH SENSOR [km/h]×××Wheel speed calculated by front
LH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
RR RH SENSOR [km/h]×××Wheel speed calculated by rear
RH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
RR LH SENSOR [km/h]×××Wheel speed calculated by rear
LH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
ACCEL POS SIG
(%)×––Throttle valve open/close status
judged by the CAN communica-
tion signal is displayed.
ENGINE RPM
(rpm)×–×Engine speed judged by the CAN
communication signal is dis-
played.
CAN COM START
(ON/OFF)––×Communication status of CAN
communication is displayed.
STR ANGLE SIG
(°)×–×Steering wheel angle detected by
the steering angle sensor is dis-
played.
YAW RATE SEN
(d/s)××–Yaw rate detected by the yaw rate
sensor is displayed.
SIDE G-SENSOR
(m/s
2 )×–×Transverse acceleration detected
by the side G sensor is displayed.
PRESS SENSOR
(bar )×–×Brake fluid pressure detected by
the pressure sensor is displayed.

BRC-84
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

×: Applicable
–: Not applicable
ACTIVE TEST
CAUTION:

Do not perform active test while driving.

Make sure to completely bleed air from the brake system.

Active test cannot be performed when EBD, ABS, TCS or ESP operation is malfunction.

ABS and brake warning lamps turn on during the active test.
Operation Procedure
1. Connect CONSULT-II and CONVERTER to data link connector and start engine.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
2. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL) ” on the display screen.
3. Touch “ABS”.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-35, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
4. Touch “ACTIVE TEST”.
5. The test item selection screen is displayed.
6. Touch necessary test item.
7. With the “MAIN SIGNALS” display shown in reverse, touch “START”.
8. The “ACTIVE TEST” screen will be displayed, so perform the following test.
NOTE:

When the active test is performed while depressing pedal, the pedal depression amount will change,
but this is normal.

Approximately 10 seconds after the operation is begun, “TEST STOP” will be displayed.

To perform a retest after “TEST STOP” is displayed, touch “BACK” and perform the test from the step 6.
Test Item
Solenoid valve
OD OFF SW
(ON/OFF)––דOFF” is displayed.
EBD SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)––×EBD operation (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
ABS SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)––×ABS operation (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
TCS SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)––×TCS operation (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
ESP SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)––×ESP operation (ON/OFF) status is
displayed. Data Monitor Item (Unit)Data Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
SFIA1172E

BRC-86
[ESP/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisEFS004H8
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-58, "How to Proceed With Diagno-
sis" .

If ESP/TCS/ABS control unit steering angle sensor, steering system parts or suspension system parts
have been replaced, or if alignment has been adjusted, be sure to adjust neutral position of steering angle
sensor before driving. Refer to BRC-51, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-79, "SELF-DIAGNOSIS" .

When checking continuity and voltage between units, be sure to check for disconnection, looseness,
bend, or collapse of connector terminals. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace connector termi-
nals.

For intermittent symptoms, possible cause is malfunction in harness, harness connector, or terminals.
Move harness, harness connector, and terminals to check for poor connections.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

To use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis of ESP/TCS/ABS control unit active tests, or work support,
first stop work, then connect CONSULT-II and select “ABS”.

While self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II shows malfunction, if CONSULT-II active test is performed,
an engine system error may be indicated. In this case, start engine to resume the normal screen.

ESP/TCS/ABS system electronically controls brake operation and engine output. The following symptoms
may be caused by normal operations:
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noiseThis is noise of motor inside ESP/TCS/ABS control unit. Slight noise
may occur during ESP, TCS, and ABS operation.
Normal
When the vehicle speed goes over 20 km/h (12.5 MPH), motor and
valves operating noise may be heard. It happens only once after IGN
(ignition) is ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check
noiseWhen engine starts, slight “click” noise may be heard from engine room.
This is normal and is part of system operation check.Normal
ESP/TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp blink-
ing)TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving
over location where friction coefficient varies, when up/downshifting, or
when fully depressing accelerator pedal.
Normal
Cancel the ESP/TCS
function for the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer. For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press ESP OFF
SW to turn ESP/TCS function off.
When accelerator pedal is depressed on a chassis dynamometer (fixed
front-wheel type), vehicle speed will not increase. This is not normal. It is
result of TCS being activated by stationary front wheels. Warning lamp
may also illuminate to indicate “sensor system error”. This is also nor-
mal, and is the result of the stationary front wheels being detected. To be
certain, restart engine, and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more.
Make sure warning lamp does not illuminate.
ABS operation (Longer stop-
ping distance)On roads with low friction coefficients, such as snowy roads or gravel
roads, vehicles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. There-
fore, when driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed
sufficiently low.Normal
Insufficient feeling of accel-
erationDepending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of accelera-
tion is insufficient. This is because traction control, which controls
engine and brakes to achieve optimal traction, has the highest priority
(for safety). As a result, there may be times when acceleration is slightly
less than usual for the same accelerator pedal operation.Normal

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-87
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ON and OFF Timing for ABS Warning Lamp, ESP OFF Indicator Lamp, SLIP Indicator Lamp,
Brake Warning Lamp
×: ON –: OFF
NOTE:
1. Brake warning lamp will turn on in case of operating parking brake (switch turned ON) or of actuating
brake fluid level switch (brake fluid is insufficient).
2. After starting engine, turn off.
Basic InspectionEFS004H9
BASIC INSPECTION 1 BRAKE FLUID AMOUNT, LEAKS, AND BRAKE PADS INSPECTION
1. Check fluid level in the brake reservoir tank. If fluid level is low, refill brake fluid.
2. Check brake piping and around ESP actuator for leaks. If there is leaking or oozing fluid, check the follow-
ing items.

If ESP actuator connection is loose, tighten piping to the specified torque and re-perform the leak
inspection to make sure there are no leaks.

If there is damage to the connection flare nut or ESP actuator screw, replace the damaged part and re-
perform the leak inspection to make sure there are no leaks.

When there is fluid leaking or oozing from a part other than ESP actuator connection, if fluid is just ooz-
ing out, use a clean cloth to wipe off the oozing fluid and re-check for leaks. If fluid is still oozing out,
replace the damaged part.

When there is fluid leaking or oozing at ESP actuator, if fluid is just oozing out, use a clean cloth to wipe
off oozing fluid and re-check for leaks. If fluid is still oozing out, replace ESP actuator body.
CAUTION:
ESP actuator body cannot be disassembled.
3. Check brake pad degree of wear. Refer to BR-27, "
PAD THICKNESS" in “Front Disc Brake” and BR-32,
"PAD WEAR INSPECTION" in “Rear Disc Brake”
BASIC INSPECTION 2 POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure battery positive cable, negative cable and ground connection are not loose. If looseness is
detected, tighten the cables. In addition, check the battery voltage to make sure it has not dropped and alter-
nator is normal.
ConditionABS warning
lampESP OFF indi-
cator lampSLIP indicator
lampBrake warning
lamp [Note 1]Remarks
Ignition SW OFF. – – – – –
Approx. 2 seconds after igni-
tion switch is turned ON.×××× [Note 2] –
Approx. 2 seconds later after
ignition switch ON.–––× [Note 2]Go out 2 seconds after
ignition switch is turned
ON.
ESP OFF SW is turned ON.
(ESP/TCS function is OFF.)–×–– –
ESP/TCS/ABS error.×××–There is an ESP/TCS/
ABS control unit error.
(Power, ground or sys-
tem malfunction)
When ESP/TCS is not func-
tioning normally.–××––
EBD error.××××–