2005 INFINITI QX4 torque

PRECAUTIONS
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When connecting or disconnecting pin connectors into or
from transfer control unit, take care not to damage pin ter-
minals (bend or break).
When connecting pin connectors make sure that there are
not any bends or breaks on transfer control unit pin termi-
nals.

Before replacing transfer control unit, perform transfer con-
trol unit input/output signal inspection and make sure
transfer control unit functions properly. Refer to TF-36,
"Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference Val-
ues" .
Service NoticeEDS0 02 H6

After overhaul refill the transfer with new transfer fluid.

Check the fluid level or replace the fluid only with the vehicle parked on level ground.

During removal or installation, keep inside of transfer clear of dust or dirt.

Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.

Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the transfer. It is important to prevent the internal
parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.

Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matchmarks are required, be
certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.

All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.

Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with new ones if necessary.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should replaced any time the transfer is disassembled.

In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, use it.

Observe the specified torque when assembling.

Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.

Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.

Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transfer.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisEDS0 02 H7
When reading wiring diagrams, refer to the following:

GI-15, "How to Read Wiring Diagrams".

PG-4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT".
When performing trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:

GI-11, "How to Follow Trouble Diagnoses".

GI-27, "How to Perform Efficient Diagnosis for an Electrical Incident".
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MEF040DB

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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Ta b l e 1
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*: After 2.5 seconds have elapsed.

4WD shift switch, PNP switch, Neutral-4LO switch, vehicle speed sensor and throttle position sensor are
used in conjunction with the transfer motor.
WAIT DETECTION SWITCH

The wait detection switch operates when there is “circulating” torque produced in the propeller shaft
(L→H) or when there is a phase difference between 2-4 sleeve and clutch drum (H→L). After the release
of the “circulating” torque, the wait detection switch helps provide the 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) shifts.
A difference may occur between the operation of the 4WD shift switch and actual drive mode. At this
point, the wait detection switch senses an actual drive mode.

The wait detection switch operates as follows.
–4WD lock gear (clutch drum) locked: ON
–4WD lock gear (clutch drum) released: OFF

The wait detection switch senses an actual drive mode and the 4WD shift indicator lamp indicates the
vehicle drive mode.
NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
The neutral-4LO switch detects that transfer gear is in neutral or 4LO (or shifting from neutral to 4LO) condi-
tion by L-H shift fork position.
ATP SWITCH
ATP switch detects if transfer gear is in a neutral condition by L-H shift fork position.
NOTE:
Transfer gear may be in a neutral condition in 4H-4LO.
2-4WD SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE
The 2-4WD shift solenoid valve operates to apply oil pressure to the wet-multiplate clutch, depending on the
drive mode. The driving force is transmitted to the front wheels through the clutch so the vehicle is set in the
4WD mode. Setting the vehicle in the 2WD mode requires no pressure buildup. In other words, pressure force
applied to the wet-multiplate clutch becomes zero.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE
The clutch pressure solenoid valve distributes torque (front and rear) in AUTO mode.
PNP switch “R” position VFF (Vehicle speed) A/T position Motor relay drive command
ON — R ON
OFF0Positions other than the “P” or
“N” positionsON
—“P” or “N” position (See Table
2.)—
0 < VFF ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH) — ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VFF < 55
km/h (34 MPH)—HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VFF — OFF
A/T position N-4L SW 4WD modeThrottle position
0 - 0.07/8 0.07/8 - 1/8 1/8 - MAX
NOFFLOCK (4H) ON ON ON
Positions other than
the LOCK position
(2WD or AUTO)OFF* HOLD ON
ON — OFF* HOLD ON
P — — OFF* HOLD ON

TF-18
ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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LINE PRESSURE SWITCH

With the transfer system design, control of the oil pressure provides the transmission of drive torque to the
front wheels. The main pressure to control the oil pressure is referred to as the line pressure.

The line pressure switch determines whether or not adequate line pressure has built up under different
operating conditions.

The line pressure switch turns ON when line pressure is produced.

The line pressure switch senses line pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH

The clutch pressure switch determines whether or not adequate clutch pressure has built up under differ-
ent operating conditions.

The clutch pressure switch turns ON when clutch pressure is produced.

The clutch pressure switch senses clutch pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The transfer temperature sensor detects the transfer fluid temperature and sends a signal to the transfer con-
trol unit.
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Transfer control unit controls transfer control device by input signals of each sensor and each switch.

Self-diagnosis can be done.
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
The transfer control device changes the state of transfer assembly between 2WD, AUTO, 4H⇔4LO with the
2WD, AUTO, 4H and 4LO signals of 4WD shift switch.
NOTE:

To shift between 4H⇔4LO, stop the vehicle, depress the brake pedal and shift the transmission selector
to the "N" position. Depress and turn the 4WD shift switch. The shift switch will not shift to the desired
mode if the transmission is not in "N" or the vehicle is moving. The 4LO indicator lamp will be lit when the
4LO is engaged.

Actuator motor and actuator position switch are integrated.
4WD SHIFT SWITCH AND INDICATOR LAMP
4WD Shift Switch
The 4WD shift switch allows selection from 2WD, AUTO, 4H or 4LO.
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp

Displays driving conditions selected by 4WD shift switch with 2WD, AUTO and 4H indicators while engine
is running. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, all 4WD shift indicator lamps are turned off.)

Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.
4LO Indicator Lamp

Displays 4LO condition while engine is running. 4LO indicator lamp flashes if transfer gear does not shift
completely under 2WD, AUTO, 4H⇔4LO. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, 4LO indicator lamp is
turned off.)

Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.

TF-20
ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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COMPONENTS FUNCTION
CAN CommunicationEDS002HC
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Refer to LAN-5, "CAN COMMUNICATION" .
Component parts Function
Transfer control unit Controls transfer control device and control valves.
Transfer control device Actuator motor and actuator position switch are integrated so as to switch driving types.
2-4WD shift solenoid valve Controls oil pressure and allows selection between 2WD and 4WD.
Clutch pressure solenoid valve Controls oil pressure and distributes torque (front and rear).
Line pressure switch Detects line pressure.
Clutch pressure switch Detects clutch pressure.
Transfer fluid temperature sen-
sorDetects transfer fluid temperature.
Wait detection switch Detects whether or not 4WD lock gear is locked.
Neutral-4LO switch Detects that transfer is under neutral-4LO condition (or shifting through neutral).
ATP switch Detects that transfer is under neutral condition.
4WD shift switch Allows selection from 2WD, AUTO, 4H or 4LO.
4WD warning lamp

Illuminates if malfunction is detected in electrical system of 4WD system.

There is 1 blink every 2 seconds if rotation difference of front wheels and rear wheels is large.

There is 2 blinks every 1 second if high transfer fluid temperature is detected.
ATP warning lampIndicates that A/T parking mechanism does not operate when A/T selector lever is in “P” position
and transfer is under neutral condition.
4WD shift indicator lamp Displays driving condition selected by 4WD shift switch.
4LO indicator lamp Displays 4LO condition.
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit)Transmits vehicle speed signal via CAN communication to transfer control unit.
TCMTransmits the following signals via CAN communication to transfer control unit.

Output shaft revolution signal

A/T position indicator signal (PNP switch signal)
ECMTransmits the following signals via CAN communication to transfer control unit.

Engine speed signal

Accelerator pedal position signal

TF-38
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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VHCL/S COMP [km/h] or
[mph]Vehicle speedVehicle stopped 0 km/h (0 MPH)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under standard condition.Approximately
equal to the indi-
cation on speed-
ometer (Inside of
±10%)
COMP CL TORQ [kgm]Condition of control
torque

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD 0 kg-m
4WD shift switch: AUTO39 - 1,353 N·m
(4 - 138 kg-m, 29 -
998 ft-lb)
4WD shift switch: 4H or
4LO1,353 N·m
(138 kg-m, 998 ft-
lb)
DUTY SOLENOID [%]Condition of clutch pres-
sure solenoid

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD 4%
4WD shift switch: AUTO 96 - 4%
4WD shift switch: 4H or
4LO4%
2-4WD SOL [ON/OFF]Condition of 2-4WD shift
solenoid valve

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO
ON 4WD shift switch: 4H
4WD shift switch: 4LO
4WD shift switch: AUTO
(“Wait” function is operat-
ing.)OFF
4WD shift switch: 4H
(“Wait” function is operat-
ing.)OFF
2-4WD SOL MON [ON/
OFF]Check signal for transfer
control unit signal output

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO
ON 4WD shift switch: 4H
4WD shift switch: 4LO
4WD shift switch: AUTO
(“Wait” function is operat-
ing.)OFF
4WD shift switch: 4H
(“Wait” function is operat-
ing.)OFF
MOTOR RELAY [ON/
OFF]Condition of transfer
motor relay

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (A/T selector lever
“P” or “N” position)OFF
("ON" for approx. 2
sec. after shifting
to “P” and “N”.)
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (Except for A/T
selector lever “P” or “N”
position)ON
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T
selector lever “P” posi-
tion)OFF
("ON" for approx. 2
sec. after shifting
to “P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H
(Except for A/T selector
lever “P” position)ON Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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P POSI SW AT [ON/OFF]זדP” position signal of A/T PNP switch status is
displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
ABS OPER SW [ON/OFF]×–×ABS operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
VDC OPER SW [ON/OFF]×–×VDC operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
TCS OPER SW [ON/OFF]×–×TCS operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
THROTTLE POSI [0.0/8] –××Thottle position status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
4WD MODE [AUTO/LOCK/2WD/4L] –××Control status of 4WD recognized by transfer
control unit. (AUTO, 4H, 2WD or 4LO)
VHCL/S COMP [km/h] or [mph] –××Vehicle speed recognized by transfer control
unit.
COMP CL TORQ [kgm] –××Calculated torque recognized by transfer
control unit.
DUTY SOLENOID [%] –××Control value of clutch pressure solenoid.
2-4WD SOL [ON/OFF] –××Output condition to 2-4WD solenoid.
2-4WD SOL MON [ON/OFF] – –×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output.
MOTOR RELAY [ON/OFF] –××Transfer motor relay signal status is dis-
played.
MOTOR RELAY MON [ON/OFF] – –×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output.
4WD FAIL LAMP [ON/OFF] –××Control status of 4WD warning lamp is dis-
played.
2WD IND [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD indicator lamp) is displayed.
AUTO IND [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD and AUTO indicator lamp) is displayed.
LOCK IND [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD, AUTO and Lock indicator) is dis-
played.
4L IND [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of 4LO indicator lamp is dis-
played.
ATP IND [ON/OFF] – –×Control status of ATP warning lamp is dis-
played.
SHIFT POS SW1 [ON/OFF]×–×Actuator position switch 1 (Low) signal status
is displayed.
SHIFT POS SW2 [ON/OFF]×–×Actuator position switch 2 (high) signal status
is displayed.
SHIFT ACT1 [ON/OFF] –××Output condition to actuator motor (clock-
wise)
SHIFT AC MON1 [ON/OFF]×–×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output
SHIFT ACT2 [ON/OFF] –××Output condition to actuator motor (counter-
clockwise)
SHIFT AC MON2 [ON/OFF]×–×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output Monitored item (Unit)Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELEC-
TION FROM
MENU

TF-132
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
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TRANSFER CONTROL UNITPFP:33084
Removal and InstallationEDS002IS
REMOVAL
1. Set transfer state as 2WD when 4WD shift switch is at 2WD, or as AUTO when 4WD shift switch is at
AUTO.
CAUTION:
When removing transfer control unit, transfer state must be at 2WD or AUTO.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect negative battery terminal.
3. Remove the glove box assembly. Refer to IP-14, "
Instrument Lower Cover RH and Glove Box" .
4. Disconnect the two transfer control unit connectors.
5. Remove the transfer control unit bolts.
6. Remove the transfer control unit.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

When installing the transfer control unit, tighten bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:

Do not connect harness connector to transfer control unit when 4WD shift switch is at 4LO.

After the installation, check perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-50, "Self-diagnostic Procedure" . If NG,
adjust position between transfer assembly and transfer control unit. Refer to TF-4, "
Precautions for Trans-
fer Assembly and Transfer Control Unit Replacement" .
BDIA0014E
Transfer control unit bolts : 5.1 N·m (0.52 kg-m, 45 in-lb)

TF-134
FRONT OIL SEAL
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the oil seal until it is flush with the end face of the front
case, using Tool.
CAUTION:

Do not reuse oil seal.

Apply petroleum jelly to oil seal.
2. Align the matching mark of the front drive shaft with the match-
ing mark of the companion flange, then install the companion
flange.
3. Install the self-lock nut. Tighten to the specified torque, using
Tool. Refer to TF-144, "
COMPONENTS" .
CAUTION:
Do not reuse self-lock nut.
4. Install the front propeller shaft. Refer to PR-4, "
Removal and
Installation" .
5. Refill the transfer with fluid and check fluid level. Refer to MA-
25, "FILLING" .
6. Check the transfer for fluid leakage. Refer to MA-25, "
FLUID
LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL" . Tool number : KV38100500 ( — )
SDIA2662E
SDIA2658E
Tool number : KV40104000 ( — )
LDIA0147E