2005 INFINITI QX4 sensor

SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
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SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSORPFP:98830
Removal and InstallationEHS00173
REMOVAL
CAUTION:

Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioner. Refer to SB-3, "
Removal and
Installation of Front Seat Belt" .
2. Remove side air bag (satellite) sensor nuts.
3. Disconnect the side air bag (satellite) sensor harness connector.
CAUTION:

Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.

Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to ensure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.

Do not disassemble side air bag (satellite) sensor.

Replace side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNITPFP:28556
Removal and InstallationEHS00175
REMOVAL
CAUTION:

Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the harness connectors for each air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
2. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
3. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors.
4. Remove fixing bolts from the diagnosis sensor unit.
CAUTION:

Do not use old bolts; replace with new bolts.

Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to ensure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace with new one.

Replace diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
CAUTION:

The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark "⇐" pointing toward the
front of the vehicle for proper operation.
ECU DISCRIMINATED NO.
After replacing the diagnosis sensor unit, confirm that the diagnosis sensor unit identification is correct for the
vehicle as equipped. Refer to SRS-18, "
CONSULT-II Function (AIR BAG)" .
LHIA0063E

SRS-60
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT
Revision: October 20052005 QX56
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM CONTROL UNITPFP:98852
Removal and InstallationEHS00176
The occupant classification control unit, occupant classification (pressure) sensor, and bladder are an integral
part of the front passenger seat cushion and are replaced as an assembly. Refer to SE-100, "
REMOVAL" to
remove the seat, and SE-102, "
SEAT CUSHION TRIM AND PAD (DRIVER) OR SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY
(PASSENGER)" to replace the seat cushion.

COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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For Frontal CollisionEHS001SN
Check the SRS components using the following table.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag
has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage,
terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with
the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air
bag moduleIf the front passenger
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners.If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for
damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with the
instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fasten-
ers.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air
bags or seat belt pre-
tensioners* have
been activated:
REPLACE the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new fas-
teners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, terminals
for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone
sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-ten-
sioner assemblies
(All applicable loca-
tions: buckle, reel, lap
outer)If either the driver or
passenger seat belt
pre-tensioner* has
been activated:
REPLACE all seat
belt pre-tensioner
assemblies with new
fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only.If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner
assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged—REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS
components have
been activated:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit.
Install with new fas-
teners.If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.

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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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For Side and Rollover CollisionEHS001SO
Check the SRS components using the following table.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
WHEN SRS IS ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Replace the following components:
–Front seat back assembly (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
–Diagnosis sensor unit
–(LH or RH) side air bag (satellite) sensor (on the side on which side air bag is activated)
2. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
–Replace any SRS components and the related parts showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks,
deformation).
3. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
WHEN SRS IS NOT ACTIVATED IN THE SIDE OR ROLLOVER COLLISION
1. Check the SRS components and the related parts using the following table.
–If the front seat back assembly is damaged, the front seat back assembly must be replaced.
2. Conduct self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II and “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Opera-
tion Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformities.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall.
6. If damaged—REPLACE.
Spiral cable If the driver front air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE the spiral
cable.If the driver front air bag has not deployed:
1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall.
5. If damaged—REPLACE.
Occupant classifica-
tion system (Passen-
ger seat)1. Remove passenger seat.
2. Check control unit case for dents, cracks of deformities.
3. Check connectors and pressure sensor tube for damage, and terminals for deformities.
4. Check seat frame and cushion pan for dents or deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat with new fasteners.
6. If damaged — REPLACE seat cushion assembly with new fasteners.
Harness and connec-
tors1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformities.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the damaged harness. Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify any SRS harness.
Instrument panel If the passenger front
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the instru-
ment panel assembly.If the passenger front air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the instrument panel. Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated

COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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SRS INSPECTION (FOR SIDE AND ROLLOVER COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
LH side curtain air
bag moduleIf the LH side curtain
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the LH
side curtain air bag
module. (Repair the
center pillar inner, etc.
before installing new
one if damaged.)If the LH side curtain air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the center pillar on
the collision side.
2. If damaged—Remove the LH side curtain air bag module.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the LH side curtain air bag mod-
ule.
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall the LH side curtain air bag module with new fasten-
ers.
6. If damaged—REPLACE the LH side curtain air bag module with new fasteners.
RH side curtain air
bag moduleIf the RH side curtain
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE the RH
side curtain air bag
module. (Repair the
center pillar inner, etc.
before installing new
one if damaged.)If the RH side curtain air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the center pillar on
the collision side.
2. If damaged—Remove the RH side curtain air bag module.
3. Check for visible signs of damaged (tears etc.) of the RH side curtain air bag mod-
ule.
4. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall the RH side curtain air bag module with new fasten-
ers.
6. If damaged—REPLACE the RH side curtain air bag module with new fasteners.
Front LH side air bag
moduleIf the front LH side air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE front LH
seatback assembly.If the front LH side air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the seat back on
the collision side.
2. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the front LH seatback assembly.
Front RH side air bag
moduleIf the front RH side air
bag has deployed:
REPLACE front RH
seatback assembly.If the front RH side air bag has NOT deployed:
1. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, tears, deformation) of the seat back on
the collision side.
2. Check harness and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If damaged—REPLACE the front RH seatback assembly.
(LH or RH) side air
bag (satellite) sensor If any of the SRS
components have
deployed:
REPLACE the side
air bag (satellite) sen-
sor on the collision
side with new fasten-
ers. (Repair the cen-
ter pillar inner, etc.
before installing new
one if damaged.)If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Remove the side air bag (satellite) sensor on the collision side. Check harness
connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the side air bag
(satellite) sensor.
3. Install the side air bag (satellite) sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall the side sir bag (satellite) sensor with new fasten-
ers.
5. If damaged—REPLACE the side air bag (satellite) sensor with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS
components have
deployed:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit with
new fasteners.If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case and bracket for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.
4. If damaged—REPLACE the diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.

TF-1
TRANSFER
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
CONTENTS
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Revision: October 20052005 QX56 PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 4
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 4
Precautions for Transfer Assembly and Transfer
Control Unit Replacement ........................................ 4
METHOD FOR POSITION ADJUSTMENT ........... 4
Precautions .............................................................. 4
Service Notice .......................................................... 5
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis .................. 5
PREPARATION ........................................................... 6
Special Service Tools ............................................... 6
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 9
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................. 10
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................... 10
TRANSFER FLUID ....................................................11
Replacement ...........................................................11
DRAINING ............................................................11
FILLING ................................................................11
Inspection ................................................................11
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL .................11
ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM ...................................... 12
Cross-section View ................................................ 12
Power Transfer ....................................................... 13
POWER TRANSFER DIAGRAM ........................ 13
POWER TRANSFER FLOW ............................... 14
System Description ................................................ 15
CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................... 15
TRANSFER MOTOR .......................................... 16
WAIT DETECTION SWITCH .............................. 17
NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH .................................... 17
ATP SWITCH ...................................................... 17
2-4WD SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE ...................... 17
CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE ......... 17
LINE PRESSURE SWITCH ................................ 18
CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH .......................... 18
TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR ... 18
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT ............................. 18
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE ........................ 184WD SHIFT SWITCH AND INDICATOR LAMP ... 18
4WD WARNING LAMP ....................................... 19
ATP WARNING LAMP ......................................... 19
System Diagram ..................................................... 19
COMPONENTS FUNCTION ............................... 20
CAN Communication .............................................. 20
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .................................... 20
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ............................................ 21
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis ......................... 21
BASIC CONCEPT ............................................... 21
Location of Electrical Parts ..................................... 22
Circuit Diagram ....................................................... 23
Wiring Diagram — T/F — ....................................... 24
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis .................... 32
TRANSFER FLUID CHECK ................................ 32
PREPARATION FOR ROAD TEST ..................... 32
CHECK BEFORE ENGINE IS STARTED ........... 32
CHECK AT IDLE .................................................. 32
CRUISE TEST ..................................................... 34
Trouble Diagnosis Chart for Symptoms .................. 34
Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Refer-
ence Values ............................................................ 36
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION
TABLE ................................................................. 36
CONSULT-II Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD) ..... 44
FUNCTION .......................................................... 44
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE ................ 44
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE ............................... 45
DATA MONITOR MODE ...................................... 47
WORK SUPPORT ............................................... 49
Self-diagnostic Procedure ...................................... 50
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH
CONSULT-II) ....................................................... 50
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITHOUT
CONSULT-II) ....................................................... 50
ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS ................................. 53
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM .................... 54
Power Supply Circuit For Transfer Control Unit ...... 54
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 54

TF-2Revision: October 20052005 QX56 TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 54
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 55
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 57
Transfer Control Unit .............................................. 57
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 57
Output Shaft Revolution Signal (TCM) ................... 58
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 58
Vehicle Speed Sensor (ABS) .................................. 58
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 58
Neutral-4LO Switch ................................................ 59
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 59
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 59
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 60
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 62
4WD Shift Switch .................................................... 62
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 62
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 62
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 63
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 66
Wait Detection Switch ............................................. 66
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 66
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 66
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 67
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 69
PNP Switch Signal (TCM) ...................................... 69
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 69
Actuator Motor ........................................................ 70
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 70
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 70
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 71
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 76
Actuator Position Switch ......................................... 77
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 77
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 77
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 78
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................. 80
Transfer Control Device .......................................... 81
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 81
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE .......................................... 81
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 82
Engine Speed Signal (ECM) ................................... 85
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 85
Clutch Pressure Solenoid ....................................... 86
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................ 86
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE ..........................................86
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ...............................87
COMPONENT INSPECTION ...............................90
2-4WD Solenoid ......................................................91
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................91
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ..........................................91
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ...............................91
COMPONENT INSPECTION ...............................94
Transfer Motor .........................................................95
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ................................................95
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ..........................................96
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ...............................97
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 102
Transfer Fluid Temperature ................................... 102
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE .............................................. 102
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ........................................ 102
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................. 103
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 104
Clutch Pressure Switch ......................................... 105
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE .............................................. 105
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ........................................ 105
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................. 106
COMPONENT INSPECTION ............................. 107
Line Pressure Switch ............................................ 108
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE .............................................. 108
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ........................................ 108
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................. 109
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................110
Throttle Position Signal (ECM) .............................. 111
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................. 111
ABS Operation Signal (ABS) ................................ 111
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ............................. 111
VDC Operation Signal (ABS) ................................112
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................112
TCS Operation Signal (ABS) ................................112
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................112
CAN Communication Line .....................................113
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................113
ATP Switch ............................................................113
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ..............................................113
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS AND
REFERENCE VALUE ........................................113
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................114
COMPONENT INSPECTION .............................115
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ............117
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp and 4LO Indicator Lamp
Do Not Turn ON ....................................................117
SYMPTOM: ........................................................117