2004 INFINITI QX56 sensor

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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NOTE:
Follow the procedures in numerical order when repairing malfunctioning parts. Confirm whether malfunction is
eliminated using air bag warning lamp or CONSULT-II each time repair is finished. If malfunction is still
observed, proceed to the next step. When malfunction is eliminated, further repair work is not required.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[OPEN]
[B1145]
The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH side curtain air bag
module.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. CURTAIN MODULE RH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1146]

The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to some power supply circuits.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1147]

The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to ground.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[SHORT]
[B1148]

The circuits for the RH side rear curtain air bag module are
shorted to each other.
CONTROL UNIT
[B1XXX]

Air bag diagnosis sensor unit is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
OCCUPANT SENS C/U
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1017], [B1020] or [B1021]

Occupant classification system is malfunctioning. 1. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
OCCUPANT SENS C/U
[COMM FAIL]
[B1022]

Communication between the occupant classification sys-
tem control unit and air bag diagnosis sensor unit is inter-
rupted.1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness.
OCCUPANT SENS
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1018]

Occupant classification sensor is malfunctioning. 1. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
BELT TENSION SENS
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1019]

Belt tension sensor is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH front seat belt assem-
bly.
4. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
PASS A/B INDCTR CKT
[B1023]

Front passenger air bag off indicator is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front passenger air bag off
indicator.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. Diagnostic item ExplanationRepair order
Recheck SRS at each replacement

SRS-32
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14. Repair the system as outlined by the “Repair order” in “Intermittent Malfunction Diagnostic Code Chart”,
that corresponds to the self-diagnostic result. For replacement procedure of component parts, refer to the
Removal and Installation procedure for the appropriate component.
15. Go to SRS-28, "
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3" , for final checking.
CONSULT-II Diagnostic Code Chart ("SELF-DIAG [PAST]" or "TROUBLE DIAG RECORD")
Diagnostic item ExplanationRepair order
Recheck SRS at each replacement
NO DTC IS DETECTEDWhen malfunction is
indicated by the “AIR
BAG” warning lamp in
User mode.

Low battery voltage (Less than
9V)
Go to SRS-28, "DIAGNOSTIC PRO-
CEDURE 3" .

Self-diagnostic result “SELF-DIAG
[PAST]” (previously stored in the
memory) might not be erased
after repair.

Intermittent malfunction has been
detected in the past.

Go to SRS-30, "DIAGNOSTIC PRO-
CEDURE 4 (CONTINUED FROM
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2)" .

Go to SRS-30, "DIAGNOSTIC PRO-
CEDURE 5" .

No malfunction is detected. —
DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
[OPEN]
[B1049] or [B1054]

Driver air bag module circuit is open (including the spiral
cable).1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace driver air bag module.
4. Replace the spiral cable.
5. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
6. Replace the related harness. DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
[VB-SHORT]
[B1050] or [B1055]

Driver air bag module circuit is shorted to some power sup-
ply circuit (including the spiral cable).
DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
[GND-SHORT]
[B1051] or [B1056]

Driver air bag module circuit is shorted to ground (including
the spiral cable).
DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE
[SHORT]
[B1052] or [B1057]

Driver air bag module circuits are shorted to each other.
ASSIST A/B MODULE
[OPEN]
[B1065] or [B1070]

Front passenger air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front passenger air bag
module.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. ASSIST A/B MODULE
[VB-SHORT]
[B1066] or [B1071]

Front passenger air bag module circuit is shorted to some
power supply circuit.
ASSIST A/B MODULE
[GND-SHORT]
[B1067] or [B1072]

Front passenger air bag module circuit is shorted to
ground.
ASSIST A/B MODULE
[SHORT]
[B1068] or [B1073]

Front passenger air bag module circuits are shorted to
each other.
CRASH ZONE SEN
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1033] or [B1034]
CRASH ZONE SEN
[COMM FAIL]
[B1035]

Crash zone sensor 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace the crash zone sensor.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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SIDE MODULE LH
[OPEN]
[B1134]
Front LH side air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front LH seat back assem-
bly (front LH side air bag module).
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. SIDE MODULE LH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1135]

Front LH side air bag module circuit is shorted to some
power supply circuit.
SIDE MODULE LH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1136]

Front LH side air bag module circuit is shorted to ground.
SIDE MODULE LH
[SHORT]
[B1137]

Front LH side air bag module circuits are shorted to each
other.
SIDE MODULE RH
[OPEN]
[B1129]

Front RH side air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front RH seat back assem-
bly (front RH side air bag module).
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. SIDE MODULE RH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1130]

Front RH side air bag module circuit is shorted to some
power supply circuit.
SIDE MODULE RH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1131]

Front RH side air bag module circuit is shorted to ground.
SIDE MODULE RH
[SHORT]
[B1132]

Front RH side air bag module circuits are shorted to each
other.
SATELLITE SENS LH
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1118] or [B1119]
SATELLITE SENS LH
[COMM FAIL]
[B1120]

LH side air bag (satellite) sensor 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace the LH side air bag (satel-
lite) sensor.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness.
SATELLITE SENS RH
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1113] or [B1114]
SATELLITE SENS RH
[COMM FAIL]
[ B 111 5 ]

RH side air bag (satellite) sensor 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace the RH side air bag (satel-
lite) sensor.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness.
PRE-TEN FRONT LH
[OPEN]
[B1086]

The circuit for front LH seat belt pre-tensioner is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connections.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front LH seat belt pre-ten-
sioner.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. PRE-TEN FRONT LH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1087]

The circuit for front LH seat belt pre-tensioner is shorted to
some power supply circuit.
PRE-TEN FRONT LH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1088]

The circuit for front LH seat belt pre-tensioner is shorted to
ground.
PRE-TEN FRONT LH
[SHORT]
[B1089]

The circuits for the front LH seat belt pre-tensioner are
shorted to each other. Diagnostic item ExplanationRepair order
Recheck SRS at each replacement

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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FR CURTN MODULE RH
[OPEN]
[B1193]
The RH side front curtain air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH side curtain air bag
module.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. FR CURTN MODULE RH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1194]

The RH side front curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to some power supply circuits.
FR CURTN MODULE RH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1195]

The RH side front curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to ground.
FR CURTN MODULE RH
[SHORT]
[B1196]

The circuits for the RH side front curtain air bag module are
shorted to each other.
CURTAIN MODULE LH
[OPEN]
[B1150]

The LH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace LH side curtain air bag
module.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. CURTAIN MODULE LH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1151]

The LH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted to
some power supply circuits.
CURTAIN MODULE LH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1152]

The LH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted to
ground.
CURTAIN MODULE LH
[SHORT]
[B1153]

The circuits for the LH side rear curtain air bag module are
shorted to each other.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[OPEN]
[B1145]

The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is open. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH side curtain air bag
module.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. CURTAIN MODULE RH
[VB-SHORT]
[B1146]

The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to some power supply circuits.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[GND-SHORT]
[B1147]

The RH side rear curtain air bag module circuit is shorted
to ground.
CURTAIN MODULE RH
[SHORT]
[B1148]

The circuits for the RH side rear curtain air bag module are
shorted to each other.
CONTROL UNIT
[B1XXX]

Air bag diagnosis sensor unit is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
OCCUPANT SENS C/U
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1017], [B1020] or [B1021]

Occupant classification system is malfunctioning. 1. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
OCCUPANT SENS C/U
[COMM FAIL]
[B1022]

Communication between the occupant classification sys-
tem control unit and air bag diagnosis sensor unit is inter-
rupted.1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness.
OCCUPANT SENS
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1018]

Occupant classification sensor is malfunctioning. 1. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly. Diagnostic item ExplanationRepair order
Recheck SRS at each replacement

SRS-36
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BELT TENSION SENS
[UNIT FAIL]
[B1019]

Belt tension sensor is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace RH front seat belt assem-
bly.
4. Replace RH front seat cushion/
occupant classification system con-
trol unit assembly.
PASS A/B INDCTR CKT
[B1023]

Front passenger air bag off indicator is malfunctioning. 1. Visually check the wiring harness
connection.
2. Replace the harness if it has visible
damage.
3. Replace front passenger air bag off
indicator.
4. Replace the air bag diagnosis sen-
sor unit.
5. Replace the related harness. Diagnostic item ExplanationRepair order
Recheck SRS at each replacement

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Trouble Diagnosis: “AIR BAG” Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OffEHS000WJ
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 6
1. CHECK CONDITION OF AIR BAG MODULE
Inspect for deployed air bag modules or seat belt pre-tensioners.
Are air bag modules or seat belt pre-tensioners deployed?
Yes >> Refer to SRS-60, "COLLISION DIAGNOSIS" .
No >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK THE AIR BAG FUSE
Check 10A fuse [No. 13, located in the fuse block (J/B)].
Refer to PG-4, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK AIR BAG FUSE AGAIN
Replace 10A fuse [No. 13, located in the fuse block (J/B)] and turn ignition switch ON.
Does the fuse blow again?
Yes >> Repair harness.
No >> Inspection End.
4. CHECK AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
Connect CONSULT-II and touch “START”.
Is
“AIR BAG” displayed on CONSULT-II?
Yes >> GO TO 5.
No >> Visually inspect the air bag diagnosis sensor unit har-
ness connections. If the connections are OK, replace
the air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SRS-58,
"Removal and Installation" .
5. CHECK HARNESS CONNECTION
Check for loose connections between the combination meter and the air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SRS-58, "Removal and Installation" .
NG >> Properly connect the combination meter and air bag diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors. If
“AIR BAG” warning lamp still does not turn off, replace the wiring harness.
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SRS-44
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Trouble Diagnosis: “AIR BAG” Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OnEHS000WK
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 7
1. CHECK METER FUSE
Check the 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fuse block (J/B)].
Refer to PG-4, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK METER FUSE AGAIN
Replace 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fuse block (J/B)] and turn ignition switch ON.
Does the fuse blow again?
Yes >> Repair harness.
No >> Inspection End.
3. CHECK HARNESS CONNECTION BETWEEN DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT AND COMBINATION
METER
Disconnect the air bag diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors and turn ignition switch ON.
Does
“AIR BAG” warning lamp turn on?
Yes >> Replace the air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SRS-58, "Removal and Installation" .
No >> Check the combination meter ground circuits.

SRS-48
SPIRAL CABLE
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6. Remove wiper washer switch connector, then pinch the tabs at
wiper and washer switch base and slide switch away from steer-
ing column to remove.
7. While pressing tabs, pull lighting and turn signal switch toward
driver door and disconnect from base.
8. Remove the screws, release the clip, and remove the spiral
cable.
CAUTION:

Do not disassemble spiral cable.

Do not apply lubricant to the spiral cable.
9. Remove the spiral cable connectors.
CAUTION:
With the steering linkage disconnected, the spiral cable may snap by turning the steering wheel
beyond the limited number of turns. The spiral cable can be turned counterclockwise about 2.5
turns from the neutral position.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Align spiral cable correctly when installing steering wheel. Make
sure that the spiral cable is in the neutral position. The neutral
position is detected by turning left 2.6 revolutions from the right
end position and ending with the knob at the top.

If equipped with VDC, refer to BRC-62, "Adjustment of Steering
Angle Sensor Neutral Position" for steering angle sensor
adjustment.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure
no malfunction is detected. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation
Check" .
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