2005 INFINITI QX4 relay

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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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

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CRUISE TEST
1. CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
1. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Park vehicle on flat surface.
3. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
4. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
5. Start engine.
6. Drive vehicle for at least 30 seconds at a speed higher than 20 km/h (12 MPH).
Check 4WD warning lamp turned ON?
On steady>>Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-50, "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH CON-
SULT-II)" (with CONSULT-II) or TF-50, "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITHOUT CON-
SULT-II)" (without CONSULT-II).
Flash rapidly>>GO TO TF-128, "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly" .
Flash slowly>>GO TO TF-129, "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (1)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> GO TO TF-130, "Heavy Tight-corner Braking Symptom Occurs" .
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (2)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “4HI” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO TF-131, "
4WD System Does Not Operate" .
Trouble Diagnosis Chart for SymptomsEDS002HI
If 4WD warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-50, "Self-diagnostic Procedure" .
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
4WD shift indicator lamp and 4LO indicator
lamp do not turn ON
(4WD shift indicator lamp and 4LO indicator
lamp check)Ignition switch: ONPower supply and ground for transfer
control unit
TF-117
Transfer shut off relay
Combination meter
4WD warning lamp does not turn ON
(4WD warning lamp check)Ignition switch: ONPower supply and ground for transfer
control unit
TF-121
Transfer shut off relay
Combination meter

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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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MOTOR RELAY MON
[ON/OFF]Check signal for transfer
control unit signal output

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
4WD FAIL LAMP [ON/
OFF]Condition of 4WD warn-
ing lamp4WD warning lamp: ON ON
4WD warning lamp: OFF OFF
2WD IND [ON/OFF]Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (2WD
indicator lamp)2WD indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF OFF
2WD indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
AUTO IND [ON/OFF]Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (AUTO
indicator lamp)AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF OFF
AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
LOCK IND [ON/OFF]Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (Lock indi-
cator lamp)Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF OFF
Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
4L IND [ON/OFF]Condition of 4LO indica-
tor lamp condition4LO indicator lamp: OFF OFF
4LO indicator lamp: ON ON
AT P I N D [O N / O F F ]Condition of ATP indica-
tor lamp ATP indicator lamp: ON ON
ATP indicator lamp: OFF OFF
SHIFT POS SW1 [ON/
OFF]Condition of actuator
position switch 1
(Low)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 4LO ON
4WD shift switch: 2WD,
AUTO or 4HOFF
SHIFT POS SW2 [ON/
OFF]Condition of actuator
position switch 2
(High)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 4H,
AUTO or 2WDON
4WD shift switch: 4LO OFF
SHIFT ACT1 [ON/OFF]Output condition to actu-
ator motor (High)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 4H to
4LO (“Wait” function is
operating.)ON
Except the above OFF
SHIFT AC MON1 [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: 4H to
4LO (“Wait” function is
operating.)ON
Except the above OFF Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value

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Specifications Between Transfer Control Unit Terminals
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT TERMINAL CONNECTOR LAYOUT
NOTE:
Data are reference value and are measured between each terminal and ground.
SHIFT ACT2 [ON/OFF]Output condition to actu-
ator motor (Low)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever “N” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed4WD shift switch: 4LO to
4H (“Wait” function is
operating.)ON
Except the above OFF
SHIFT AC MON2 [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: 4LO to
4H (“Wait” function is
operating.)ON
Except the above OFF
T/F F SPEED [km/h] or
[mph]Displayed, but do not use.
A/T R SPEED [km/h] or
[mph]Condition of vehicle
speed sensor A/T (Revo-
lution sensor)During drivingApproximately
matches the out-
put shaft speed.
AT GEAR POSI [1/2/3/4/
5]Condition of A/T selec-
tor lever positionDisplays actual A/T gear position. 1/2/3/4/5 Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
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1 GR 2-4WD shift solenoid valve

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD 0V
4WD shift switch: AUTO, 4H or 4LO Battery voltage
2 B/W4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD indicator lamp)2WD indicator lamp: OFF Battery voltage
2WD indicator lamp: ON 0V
3 B Ground Always 0V
4 Y/L Transfer shift high relay

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (“Wait” func-
tion is operating.)Battery voltage
Except the above 0V
5 W/B 4WD warning lamp4WD warning lamp: ON 0V
4WD warning lamp: OFF Battery voltage

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6 B Ground Always 0V
7 L CAN-H — —
8 P CAN-L — —
9G/W4WD shift switch
(2WD)Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 2WD Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: AUTO, 4H or 4LO 0V
10 L/W Transfer dropping resistor

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: AUTO 4 - 14V
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO Less than 1V
11 L4WD shift indicator lamp
(Lock indicator lamp)Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF Battery voltage
Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON 0V
12 W/G 4LO indicator lamp4LO indicator lamp: OFF Battery voltage
4LO indicator lamp: ON 0V
13 G/B Transfer shift low relay

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (“Wait” func-
tion is operating.)Battery voltage
Except the above 0V
14 LG Transfer motor relay

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4LO (A/T
selector lever “P” or “N” position)Battery voltage
(0V 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)0V
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T selector lever
“P” position)Battery voltage
(0V for approx.
2 sec. after
shifting to “P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H (Except for A/T
selector lever “P” position)0V
15 L/B ATP warning lampATP indicator lamp: ON 0V
ATP indicator lamp: OFF Battery voltage
16 Y/R Power supplyIgnition switch: ON Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
18 O4WD shift switch
(4H)Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 4H Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4LO 0V
19 LClutch pressure solenoid
valve

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: AUTO 1.5 - 3V
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO Less than 1V
21 BR4WD shift indicator lamp
(AUTO indicator lamp)

AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF Battery voltage
AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON 0V Te r m i n a lWire
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22 Y/R Power supplyIgnition switch: ON Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
23 R4WD shift switch
(4LO)Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 4LO Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H 0V
24 LG/R4WD shift switch
(AUTO)Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: AUTO Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO 0V
25 V Neutral-4LO switch

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (While actua-
tor motor is operating.)Battery volt-
age → 0V
4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (While actua-
tor motor is operating.)0V → Battery
voltage
4WD shift switch: 4LO 0V
27 W/LActuator position switch 2
(High)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4H, AUTO or 2WD 0V
4WD shift switch: 4LO Battery voltage
28 B/G Sensor ground Always 0V
29 L/W Ignition switch monitorIgnition switch: ON Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
30 SB Shut off relayIgnition switch: ON 0V
Ignition switch: OFF Battery voltage
31 GTransfer fluid temperature
sensorIgnition switch: ONTransfer fluid temperature approx. 20°C
(68°F)1.1V
Transfer fluid temperature approx. 80°C
(176°F)0.3V
33 R/LTransfer shift high relay
monitor

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (“Wait” func-
tion is operating.)Battery voltage
Except the above 0V
34 BR Clutch pressure switch

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“D” position4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4H (“Wait”
function is not operating.)0V

Vehicle stopped

Engine running4WD shift switch: 2WD (“Wait” function is
not operating.)Battery voltage
35BR/
WLine pressure switch

Ignition switch: ON

A/T selector lever “D” position

4WD shift switch: AUTO0V

After the vehicle
has been left at
room temperature
for 5 minutes and
more with ignition
switch in “OFF”
position.

Ignition switch: ON

A/T selector lever: “P” or "N" position

4WD shift switch: other than AUTOBattery voltage Te r m i n a lWire
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CAUTION:
When using a circuit tester to measure voltage for inspection, be sure not to extend forcibly any connector terminals.40 L ATP switch

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N”

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO or 4LO to 4H
(While actuator motor is operating.)0V
Except the above Battery voltage
41 RTransfer motor relay moni-
tor

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD 0V
4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4LO (A/T
selector lever “P” or “N” position)0V
(Battery volt-
age 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)Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T selector lever
“P” position)0V
(Battery volt-
age for approx.
2 sec. after
shifting to “P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H (Except for A/T
selector lever “P” position)Battery voltage
42 P/GTransfer shift low relay
monitor

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (“Wait” func-
tion is operating.)Battery voltage
Except the above 0V
43 G/Y Wait detection switch

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (While actua-
tor motor is operating.)Battery volt-
age → 0V
4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (While actua-
tor motor is operating.)0V → Battery
voltage
4WD shift switch: 4LO 0V
44 LG/BActuator position switch 1
(Low)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N” position

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 4LO 0V
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H Battery voltage
45 B Ground Always 0V
47 WPower supply
(Memory back-up)Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF Battery voltage Te r m i n a lWire
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