2006 INFINITI FX35 check engine light

INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM BL-119
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Trouble Diagnosis Symptom ChartNIS001NK
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
circuit BL-124
2. Check CAN communication
BL-124
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 registered Refer to
CONSULT-II Operation Manual
2. Use CONSULT-II setting change function to check if
Intelligent Key system has been cancelled BL-116
3. Intelligent Key battery inspection
BL-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 setting
BL-116
2. Intelligent Key battery inspectionBL-147
3. Check door unlock sensorBL-131
4. Check door switchBL-129
5. Replace BCMBCS-15
6. Replace Intelligent Key unit BL-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 setting
BL-116
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unit BL-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 mode
BL-116
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-125
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 setting
BL-116
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unit BL-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 function
BL-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 function BL-116
2. Check Intelligent Key warning buzzer
BL-134
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146

INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM BL-121
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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 battery inspection
BL-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 switch
BL-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-125
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 system
BL-124
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 switch
BL-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 switch
BL-141
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Starter motor does not cranking.
(Ignition knob can turn) 1. Check detention switch
BL-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 communication
BL-124
2. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-125
3. Check door switchBL-129
4. Inspect combination meter (warning) DI-5
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 communication
BL-1242. Check ignition knob switchBL-127
3. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-125
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146

IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-NATS) BL-217
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Trouble Diagnosis Symptom ChartNIS001PU
*: When IVIS (NATS) detects trouble, the security indicator lights up while electronic key is in the “ON” position.
Security Indicator InspectionNIS001PV
*: CONSULT-II self-diagnostic results display screen “no malfunction is detected”. SYMPTOM
Displayed “SELF-DIAG
RESULTS” on CON- SULT-II screen. DIAGNOSTIC PROCE-
DURE SYSTEM (Malfunctioning part or mode)

Security indicator
lighting up*

Engine hard to start ECM INT CIRC-IMMU
[P1613] Refer to
BL-218, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 1" . ECM
CHAIN OF ECM-IMMU [P1612] Refer to
BL-219, "
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-220, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 3" . Unregistered key
NATS IMMU
CHAIN OF IMMU-KEY
[P1614] Refer to
BL-223, "
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-221, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 4"
System initialization has not yet been completed.
ECM
LOCK MODE [P1610] Refer to
BL-222, "
Diag-
nostic Procedure 5" . LOCK MODE

MIL staying ON

Security indicator
lighting up* DON'T ERASE
BEFORE CHECKING
ENG DIAG Refer to
BL-216, "WORK FLOW" . Engine trouble data and IVIS (NATS) trouble data
have been detected in ECM
SYMPTOM SYSTEM
(Malfunctioning part or mode) DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
Security indicator does not operate* Security indicator
Refer to BL-225, "
Diagnostic
Procedure 7" .
Open circuit between Fuse and BCM (NATS
IMMU)
Continuation of initialization mode
BCM (NATS IMMU)

IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM-NATS) BL-225
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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 7NIS001Q2
“SECURITY INDICATOR LAMP DOES NOT LIGHT UP”
1. CHECK FUSE

Check 10A fuse [No.19, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
NOTE:
Refer to BL-205, "
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location" .
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.
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Security indicator lamp should light up.
1 (R/W) – Ground : Battery voltage
PIIA6149E

PRECAUTIONS BRC-3
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[VDC/TCS/ABS]PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NFS000MW
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 SystemNFS000MX

Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”. Refer to MA-12, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRI-
CANTS" .

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.
WARNING:
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with
a dust collector.
Precautions for Brake ControlNFS000MY

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

Just after starting vehicle after turning 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.
SBR686C

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION BRC-9
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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ABS

The Anti-Lock Brake System is a function that detects wheel revolution while braking, and it improves
handling stability during sudden braking by electrically preventing 4 wheel lock. Maneuverability is also
improved for avoiding obstacles.

If the electrical system malfunctions, then the fail-safe function starts, the ABS becomes inoperative, and
ABS warning lamp turns on.

Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-II is available.

During ABS 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 ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
EBD

The Electronic Brake Distribution is a function that detects subtle slippages between front and rear wheels
during 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 malfunction, 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 FunctionNFS000N8
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.

For malfunction of ABS, only the EBD is activated and the condition of vehicle is the same condition of
vehicles without TCS/ABS system.
NOTE:
ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a normal condition because a self-diagnosis for “Ignition
switch ON” and “The first starting” are being performed.

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.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS BRC-33
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisNFS000NH
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-11, "How to Proceed with Diagnosis"
.

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-25, "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 noise This 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 ignition switch is
ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check noise When 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 blinking) 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 inspec-
tion on a chassis dyna-
mometer.
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 normal, 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 stopping 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 acceler-
ation Depending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of acceleration
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

BRC-52
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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The Braking Distance is LongNFS000O0
CAUTION:
On slippery road surfaces, the stopping distance might be longer with the ABS operating than when
the ABS is not operating.
1. CHECK FUNCTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector E56 to deactivate ABS. In this condition,
check stopping distance. After inspection, connect connector.
OK or NG
OK >>
Bleed air from brake piping.

Check brake system.
NG >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-51, "
Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .
The ABS Function Does Not OperateNFS000O1
CAUTION:
The ABS does not operate when the speed is 10 km/h (6 MPH) or less.
1. CHECK ABS WARNING LAMP DISPLAY
Make sure warning lamp turns off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON or when driv-
ing.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-51, "Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-25, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound OccursNFS000O2
CAUTION:
Under the following conditions, when brake pedal is lightly depressed (just place a foot on it), ABS is
activated and vibration is felt. However, this is normal.

When shifting gears

When driving on slippery road

During cornering at high speed

When passing over bumps or grooves

When pulling away just after starting engine [at approximately 10 km/h (6 MPH) or higher]
1. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if pedal vibration or operation sound occurs when engine is started.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-25, "Self-Diagnosis" .
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check symptom when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.
Does the symptom occur when the electrical component (head lamp, etc.) switches are operated?
YES >> Check if there is a radio, antenna, antenna lead wire, or wiring close to ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) (or its wiring), and if there is, move it farther away.
NO >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-51, "
Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .