2004 INFINITI FX35 check engine light

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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
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CHANGE SETTINGS FUNCTION
The settings for each function can be changed with the CONSULT-II or Intelligent Key operation.
Changing Settings With the Intelligent Key
Intelligent Key remote controller button and door request switch operations change the engine startup function
settings (startup enabled/disabled) for each Intelligent Key independently.
Settings Change Procedure
1. With the ignition switch is in the LOCK position (ignition knob not pressed), hold down both the LOCK and
UNLOCK remote control buttons on the Intelligent Key at the same time for at least 10 seconds (The yard-
stick is that the Intelligent Key LED flashes 20 times.)
2. Within 5 seconds of releasing the Intelligent Key remote controller buttons, press the driver door request
switch.
3. The KEY warning lamp in combination meter lights up for 3 seconds (engine starting enabled → starting
disabled: lights up red, engine starting disabled → flashes green). This completes the settings change.
Changing Settings Using CONSULT-II
The settings for the Intelligent Key system functions can be changed using CONSULT-II (WORK SUPPORT).
Refer to BL-115, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
Changing Settings Using Display Unit
The settings of the Intelligent Key system can be changed, using CONSULT-II, display unit, Intelligent Key and
door request switch in the center of the instrument panel. Refer to AV- 9 5 , "
Vehicle Electronic Systems" .
×: Applicable –: Not applicable
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
INTELLIGENT KEY REGISTRATION
Intelligent Key-ID registration is executed using the CONSULT-II. Up to 4 can be registered.
CAUTION:

After a new Intelligent Key-ID is registered, be sure to check the function.

When registering an additional Intelligent Key-ID, take any Intelligent Keys already registered and
Intelligent Keys for any other vehicles out of the vehicle before starting.
CONSULT-II can be used to check and delete Intelligent Key-IDs.
For future information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
STEERING LOCK UNIT REGISTRATION
Steering Lock Unit ID Registration
CAUTION:

The method for registering a steering lock unit ID depends on the status of the steering lock unit
and Intelligent Key unit (new or old unit).

After registration is completed, press ignition knob with a portable unit in the vehicle so that it can
be rotated, and confirm that it cannot be rotated even when ignition switch is pressed without a
portable unit in the vehicle.
For further information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
Setting item Description
Intelligent Key Lock Response-SoundThe sound pattern of the Intelligent Key operation can be set as desired. (Setting value:
OFF, Beeper or Horn chirp)
Intelligent Key Unlock Response-Beep
SoundThe beep sound when unlocking door with the Intelligent Key operation can be turned ON
or OFF.
Intelligent Key Engine Start Function This function can be performed to ON or OFF.
Intelligent Key Lock/Unlock FunctionThe door handle request switch lock/unlock operation with the Intelligent Key can be can-
celed or activated.
Return All Settings to Default The all settings made by VEHICLE ELECTRONICS will return to default.

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INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
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Trouble Diagnosis Symptom ChartAIS004N9
ALL FUNCTIONS OF THE INTELLIGENT KEY ARE NOT OPERATING
REMOTE CONTROL ENTRY FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
“KEY” and “P shift” warning lamps in combination
meter do not light up at all.1.Check Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground
circuitBL-124
2. Check CAN communicationBL-123
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
“KEY” and “P shift” warning lamps in combination
meter turn on, but doors cannot be locked/
unlocked or the engine can not be started using
Intelligent Key.1.Use CONSULT-II to check if the Intelligent Key has
been registeredRefer to
CONSULT-II
Operation
Manual
2.Use CONSULT-II setting change function to check if
Intelligent Key system has been cancelledBL-115
3. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Door lock/unlock does not operate (other func-
tions normal) when Intelligent Key remote con-
troller button is operated.1. Check door lock/unlock settingBL-115
2. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
3. Check door unlock sensorBL-131
4. Check door switchBL-128
5. Replace BCMBCS-15
6. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Driver side selective door unlock function does
not operate, when Intelligent Key remote control-
ler button is operated.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check selective door unlock settingBL-115
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Panic alarm (horn and headlamp) do not acti-
vate, when panic alarm button is continuously
pressed.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check panic alarm modeBL-115
2. Check headlamp functionBL-145
3. Check horn functionBL-145
4. Check IPDM E/R operationBL-145
5. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
6. Check ignition knob switchBL-127
7. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Hazard lamps do not flash during door lock oper-
ation using Intelligent Key remote controller but-
ton operated.
(Turn signal lamp operation is OK.)
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check key reminder settingBL-115
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Hazard lamps do not flash during door lock oper-
ation using Intelligent Key remote controller but-
ton operated.
(Turn signal lamps do not operate.)Check hazard functionBL-145
Intelligent Key warning buzzer does not sound
during door lock/unlock operation using Intelli-
gent Key remote controller button is operated.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1.Check if the operation confirmation Intelligent Key
warning buzzer was cancelled by the CONSULT-II set-
tings change functionBL-115
2. Check Intelligent Key warning buzzerBL-134
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146

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ENGINE START FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Intelligent Key Operation Inspection
Mechanical Key Operation Inspection
WARNING CHIME FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Before conducting the diagnosis in the following table, check “key reminder function” with power door lock sys-
tem.
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition knob can not turn
KEY warning lamp on combination meter
lights up in red when ignition knob is
pressed. (door lock functions normal)1. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
2. Check inside key antennaBL-138
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
KEY warning lamp on combination meter
lights up in green when ignition knob is
pressed.1. Check ignition knob switchBL-1272. Check steering lock unitBL-139
3. Check Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground circuitBL-124
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Ignition knob turns even without both Intelli-
gent Key and mechanical key.Replace steering lock unit —
Security indicator will still flash when igni-
tion knob is pressed.1. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Security indicator does not flash with igni-
tion knob released at LOCK position. (push
switch OFF)1. CAN communication systemBL-123
2. Ignition knob switch systemBL-127
3. Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground circuitBL-124
Starter motor does not cranking.
(Ignition knob can turn)1. Check detention switchBL-1422. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition knob can not turn
Security indicator remains flashing with
mechanical key inserted.1. Check key switch (BCM input)BL-126
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
KEY indicator and security indicator does
not flashing with mechanical key inserted.1. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Starter motor does not cranking.
(Ignition knob can turn)1. Check detention switchBL-1422. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition key warning chime is inoperative.
(When mechanical key used)1. Check CAN communicationBL-123
2. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
3. Check door switchBL-128
4. Inspect combination meter (warning)DI-4
5. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Ignition knob OFF position warning
chime (for inside vehicle) does not
sound.
(Ignition key warning chime operates)1. Check CAN communicationBL-1232. Check ignition knob switchBL-127
3. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146

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IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-NATS)
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Trouble Diagnosis Symptom ChartAIS004PK
*: When IVIS (NATS) detects trouble, the security indicator lights up while electronic key is in the “ON” position.
Security Indicator InspectionAIS004PL
*: CONSULT-II self-diagnostic results display screen “no malfunction is detected”.SYMPTOMDisplayed “SELF-DIAG
RESULTS” on CON-
SULT-II screen.DIAGNOSTIC PROCE-
DURESYSTEM (Malfunctioning part or mode)

Security indicator
lighting up*

Engine hard to startECM INT CIRC-IMMU
[P1613]Refer to BL-219, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 1" .ECM
CHAIN OF ECM-IMMU
[P1612]Refer to BL-220, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 2" .Open circuit in battery voltage line to BCM (NATS
IMMU) circuit
Open circuit in ignition line to BCM (NATS IMMU)
circuit
Open circuit in ground line to BCM (NATS IMMU)
circuit
Open or short circuit between BCM (NATS IMMU)
and ECM communication line.
ECM
BCM (NATS IMMU)
DIFFERENCE OF KEY
[P1615]Refer to BL-221, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 3" .Unregistered key
NATS IMMU
CHAIN OF IMMU-KEY
[P1614]Refer to BL-224, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 6" .Open or short circuit between BCM (NATS IMMU)
and NATS antenna amp.
Malfunction of key ID chip
BCM (NATS IMMU)
Antenna amp.
ID DISCORD, IMM-ECM
[P1611]Refer to BL-222, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 4"
System initialization has not yet been completed.
ECM
LOCK MODE
[P1610]Refer to BL-223, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 5" .LOCK MODE

MIL staying ON

Security indicator
lighting up*DON'T ERASE
BEFORE CHECKING
ENG DIAGRefer to BL-217, "WORK FLOW" .Engine trouble data and IVIS (NATS) trouble data
have been detected in ECM
SYMPTOMSYSTEM
(Malfunctioning part or mode)DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
Security indicator does not operate*Security indicator
Refer to BL-226, "
Diagnostic
Procedure 7" . Open circuit between Fuse and BCM (NATS
IMMU)
Continuation of initialization mode
BCM (NATS IMMU)

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IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-NATS)
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7. CHECK NATS ANTENNA AMP. GROUND LINE CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Check continuity between NATS antenna amp. connector M25 terminal 3 (B) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> NATS antenna amp. is malfunctioning.
NG >>

Check harness for open or short between NATS
antenna amp. and ground.
NOTE:
If harness is OK, replace BCM, perform initialization
with CONSULT-II. For initialization, refer to “CON-
SULT-II Operation Manual NATS–IVIS/NVIS”.
Diagnostic Procedure 7AIS004PS
“SECURITY INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP”
1. CHECK FUSE
Check 10A fuse [No.19, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace fuse.
2. CHECK SECURITY INDICATOR LAMP
1. Install 10A fuse [No.19, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
2. Start engine and turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Check the security indicator lamp lights up.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection END.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK SECURITY INDICATOR LAMP POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect security indicator lamp connector.
2. Check voltage between security indicator lamp connector M38
terminal 1 (R/W) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check harness for open or short between fuse and
security indicator lamp. 3 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
PIIA6148E
Security indicator lamp should light up.
1 (R/W) – Ground : Battery voltage
PIIA6149E

PRECAUTIONS
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[VDC/TCS/ABS]PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
AFS00289
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Brake SystemAFS001S3

Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”.

Do not reuse drained brake fluid.

Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas such as body. If brake fluid is splashed, wipe it off
and flush area with water immediately.

Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene to clean. They will ruin rubber parts and cause
improper operation.

Using a flare nut crowfoot and torque wrench, securely tighten
brake tube flare nuts.

Brake system is an important safety part. If a brake fluid leak is
detected, always disassemble the affected part. If a malfunction
is detected, replace part with a new one.

Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect electri-
cal connectors of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or
battery negative terminal.

When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.
Precautions for Brake ControlAFS001S4

During VDC/TCS/ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This
is normal.

Just after starting vehicle after ignition switch ON, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noise may
be heard from engine room. This is a normal status of operation check.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.

When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from cus-
tomer (what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting
diagnostic servicing. Besides electrical system inspection, check booster operation, brake fluid level, and
fluid leaks.

If tire size and type are used in an improper combination, or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts,
stopping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.

If there is a radio, antenna, or antenna lead-in wire (including wiring) near control module, VDC/TCS/ABS
function may have a malfunction or error.
SBR686C

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
BRC-9
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When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises
may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
EBD FunctionAFS001SF

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.

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

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

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without EBD when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
Fail-Safe FunctionAFS001SG
VDC / TCS SYSTEM
In case of malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are turned
on, and the condition of vehicle is the same as the condition of vehicles without VDC/TCS system. In case of
malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, the ABS control continues to operate normally without VDC/TCS control.
CAUTION:
If the fail-safe function is activated, then perform the self-diagnosis for VDC/TCS/ABS control system.
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In case of electrical malfunctions with the ABS, ABS warning lamp, VDC 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,
VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. Simultaneously, the VDC/TCS/ABS become one
of the following conditions of the fail-safe function.
1. For malfunction of ABS, only the EBD is activated and the condition of vehicle is the same condition of
vehicles without TCS/ABS system.
2. For malfunction of EBD, EBD and ABS become inoperative, and the condition of vehicle is the same as
the condition of vehicles without TCS/ABS, EBD system.
NOTE:
In condition 1 described above, an ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a normal condition
because a self-diagnosis for “Key Switch ON” and “the First Starting” are being performed.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisAFS001SR
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-12, "How to Proceed With Diagno-
sis" .

If ABS actuator and electric unit (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-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Posi-
tion" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-27, "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 ABS actuator and electric unit (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.

VDC/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 ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Slight noise may occur during VDC, 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
VDC/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 VDC/TCS
function for the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer. For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press
VDC OFF SW to turn VDC/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