2006 INFINITI FX35 check engine

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How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate RepairNCS001BE
INTRODUCTION
The TCM receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor, accelerator pedal position sensor (throttle position
sensor) or PNP switch and provides shift control or lock-up control via A/T solenoid valves.
The TCM also communicates with the ECM by means of a signal
sent from sensing elements used with the OBD-related parts of the
A/T system for malfunction-diagnostic purposes. The TCM is capa-
ble of diagnosing malfunctioning parts while the ECM can store mal-
functions in its memory.
Input and output signals must always be correct and stable in the
operation of the A/T system. The A/T system must be in good oper-
ating condition and be free of valve seizure, solenoid valve malfunc-
tion, etc.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a error that occurs intermittently
rather than continuously. Most intermittent errors are caused by poor
electric connections or improper wiring. In this case, careful check-
ing of suspected circuits may help prevent the replacement of good
parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the errors. A road test
with CONSULT-II (or GST) or a circuit tester connected should be
performed. Follow the AT- 4 7 , "
WORK FLOW" .
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with a
customer who approaches with a driveability complaint. The cus-
tomer can supply good information about such errors, especially
intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and under
what conditions they occur. A “DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET” as
shown on the example (Refer to AT- 4 8
) should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for “conventional” errors first. This will
help troubleshoot driveability errors on an electronically controlled
engine vehicle.
Also check related Service bulletins.
SAT631IB
SAT632I
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DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET
Information from Customer
KEY POINTS

WHAT ..... Vehicle and A/T model

WHEN ..... Date, Frequencies

WHERE ..... Road conditions

HOW..... Operating conditions, Symptoms
Diagnostic Worksheet Chart
Customer name MR/MS Model and Year VIN
Trans. Model Engine Mileage
Malfunction Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
Frequency ❏ Continuous ❏ Intermittent ( times a day)
Symptoms ❏ Vehicle does not move. ( ❏ Any position ❏ Particular position)
❏ No up-shift ( ❏ 1st → 2nd ❏ 2nd → 3rd ❏ 3rd → 4th ❏ 4th → 5th)
❏ No down-shift ( ❏ 5th → 4th ❏ 4th → 3rd ❏ 3rd → 2nd ❏ 2nd → 1st)
❏ Lock-up malfunction
❏ Shift point too high or too low.
❏ Shift shock or slip ( ❏ N → D ❏ Lock-up ❏ Any drive position)
❏ Noise or vibration
❏ No kick down
❏ No pattern select
❏ Others
()
A/T CHECK indicator lamp ❏ Continuously lit ❏ Not lit
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ❏ Continuously lit ❏ Not lit
1 ❏ Read the item on cautions concerning fail-safe and understand the customer's complaint. AT- 4 4
2 ❏
A/T fluid inspection AT- 5 3❏ Leak (Repair leak location.)
❏ State
❏ Amount
3 ❏
Stall test and line pressure test AT- 5 3
, AT-
54❏ Stall test
❏ Torque converter one-way clutch
❏ Front brake
❏ High and low reverse clutch
❏ Low coast brake
❏ Forward brake
❏ Reverse brake
❏ Forward one-way clutch ❏
1st one-way clutch
❏ 3rd one-way clutch
❏ Engine
❏ Line pressure low
❏ Except for input clutch and direct
clutch, clutches and brakes OK
❏ Line pressure inspection - Suspected part:

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Perform all road tests and enter checks in required inspection items. AT- 5 6
4-1. Check before engine is started
AT- 5 7
❏ The A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp does come on. AT- 1 8 9 .
❏ Perform self-diagnostics. Enter checks for detected items. AT- 9 2
, AT- 1 0 2 .
❏ AT-104, "
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .
❏ AT-107, "
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT" .
❏ AT- 111 , "
DTC P0700 TCM"
❏ AT-112, "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH" .
❏ AT-116, "
DTC P0717 TURBINE REVOLUTION SENSOR" .
❏ AT-118, "
DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR A/T (REVOLUTION SENSOR)" .
❏ AT-123, "
DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL" .
❏ AT-125, "
DTC P0740 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-127, "
DTC P0744 A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)" .
❏ AT-129, "
DTC P0745 LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-131, "
DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR" .
❏ AT-134, "
DTC P1710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT" .
❏ AT-139, "
DTC P1721 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR MTR" .
❏ AT-141, "
DTC P1730 A/T INTERLOCK" .
❏ AT-144, "
DTC P1731 A/T 1ST ENGINE BRAKING" .
❏ AT-146, "
DTC P1752 INPUT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-148, "
DTC P1754 INPUT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-150, "
DTC P1757 FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-152, "
DTC P1759 FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-154, "
DTC P1762 DIRECT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-156, "
DTC P1764 DIRECT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-158, "
DTC P1767 HIGH AND LOW REVERSE CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-160, "
DTC P1769 HIGH AND LOW REVERSE CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE
FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-162, "
DTC P1772 LOW COAST BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-164, "
DTC P1774 LOW COAST BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-166, "
DTC P1815 MANUAL MODE SWITCH" .
❏ AT-171, "
DTC P1841 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 1" .
❏ AT-173, "
DTC P1843 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 3" .
❏ AT-175, "
DTC P1845 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 5" .
❏ AT-177, "
DTC P1846 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 6" .
4-2. Check at Idle
AT- 5 7
❏ AT- 1 9 0 , "Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” or “N” Position" .
❏ AT- 1 9 1 , "
In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves When Pushed"
❏ AT- 1 9 2 , "In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves" .
❏ AT- 1 9 3 , "
Large Shock (“N” to “D” Position)" .
❏ AT- 1 9 6 , "
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position" .
❏ AT- 1 9 9 , "
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” Position" .
4-3. Cruise Test
AT- 5 8
Part 1
❏ AT- 2 0 1 , "
Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" .
❏ AT- 2 0 4 , "
A/T Does Not Shift: D1 → D2" .
❏ AT- 2 0 6 , "
A/T Does Not Shift: D2 → D3" .
❏ AT- 2 0 8 , "
A/T Does Not Shift: D3 → D4" .
❏ AT- 2 11 , "
A/T Does Not Shift: D4 → D5" .
❏ AT- 2 1 3 , "
A/T Does Not Lock-up"
❏ AT- 2 1 5 , "A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition" .
❏ AT- 2 1 7 , "
Lock-up Is Not Released" .
❏ AT- 2 1 7 , "
Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle" .

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AT- 6 0
❏ AT-201, "Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" .
❏ AT-204, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D1 → D2" .
❏ AT-206, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D2 → D3" .
❏ AT-208, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D3 → D4" .
Part 3 AT- 6 1
❏ AT-219, "Cannot Be Changed to Manual Mode" .
❏ AT-219, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 5th Gear → 4th Gear" .
❏ AT-221, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 4th Gear → 3rd Gear" .
❏ AT-223, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 3rd Gear → 2nd Gear" .
❏ AT-225, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 2nd Gear → 1st Gear" .
❏ AT-227, "
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate by Engine Brake" .
❏ Perform self-diagnostics. Enter checks for detected items. AT- 9 2
, AT-102 .
❏ AT-104, "
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .
❏ AT-107, "
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT" .
❏ AT- 111 , "
DTC P0700 TCM"
❏ AT- 11 2 , "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH" .
❏ AT- 11 6 , "
DTC P0717 TURBINE REVOLUTION SENSOR" .
❏ AT- 11 8 , "
DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR A/T (REVOLUTION SENSOR)" .
❏ AT-123, "
DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL" .
❏ AT-125, "
DTC P0740 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-127, "
DTC P0744 A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)" .
❏ AT-129, "
DTC P0745 LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-131, "
DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR" .
❏ AT-134, "
DTC P1710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT" .
❏ AT-139, "
DTC P1721 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR MTR" .
❏ AT-141, "
DTC P1730 A/T INTERLOCK" .
❏ AT-144, "
DTC P1731 A/T 1ST ENGINE BRAKING" .
❏ AT-146, "
DTC P1752 INPUT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-148, "
DTC P1754 INPUT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-150, "
DTC P1757 FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-152, "
DTC P1759 FRONT BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-154, "
DTC P1762 DIRECT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-156, "
DTC P1764 DIRECT CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-158, "
DTC P1767 HIGH AND LOW REVERSE CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-160, "
DTC P1769 HIGH AND LOW REVERSE CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE
FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-162, "
DTC P1772 LOW COAST BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-164, "
DTC P1774 LOW COAST BRAKE SOLENOID VALVE FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-166, "
DTC P1815 MANUAL MODE SWITCH" .
❏ AT-171, "
DTC P1841 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 1" .
❏ AT-173, "
DTC P1843 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 3" .
❏ AT-175, "
DTC P1845 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 5" .
❏ AT-177, "
DTC P1846 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 6" .
5 ❏ Inspect each system for items found to be NG in the self-diagnostics and repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
6 ❏ Perform all road tests and enter the checks again for the required items. AT- 5 6
7 ❏
For any remaining NG items, perform the “diagnostics procedure” and repair or replace the malfunctioning
parts. See the chart for diagnostics by symptoms. (This chart also contains other symptoms and inspection pro-
cedures.) AT- 6 4
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❏ Erase the results of the self-diagnostics from the TCM. AT- 9 5,
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A/T CHECK
A/T Fluid Leakage and A/T Fluid Level Check
Check for A/T fluid leakage and check the A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
A/T Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the A/T fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/ T fluid temperature is 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F). Check the
amount of ATF. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
4. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D” position.
5. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the accelerator pedal.
6. Quickly read off the stall speed, then quickly remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
7. Move the selector lever to the “N” position.
Fluid condition Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state) Clutch, brake
scorched Replace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudy Water in the fluid
Replace the ATF and check for
places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/T Replace the ATF and check for
improper operation of the A/T.
SAT638A
SAT647B
SCIA7463E
Stall speed
VQ35DE engine : 2,650 - 2,950 rpm
VK45DE engine : 2,260 - 2,560 rpm
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Judgement of Line Pressure Test
ROAD TEST
Description

The road test checks overall performance of the A/T and analyzes possible malfunction causes.

The road test is carried out in the following three stages.
1. Check before engine is started. Refer to AT- 5 7
.
2. Check at idle. Refer to AT- 5 7
.
3. Cruise test

Inspect all the items from Part 1 to Part 3. Refer to AT- 5 8 , AT- 6 0 , AT- 6 1 .

Before beginning the road test, check the test procedure and inspection items.

Test all inspection items until the symptom is uncovered. Diagnose NG items when all road tests are com-
plete.
Judgement Possible cause
Idle speed Low for all positions
(“P”, “R”, “N”, “D”,
“M”) Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and low oil pump output.
For example

Oil pump wear

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking or spring fatigue

Oil strainer
oil pump
pressure regulator valve passage oil leak

Engine idle speed too low
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
High Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the line pressure adjustment func-
tion.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

ATF temperature sensor malfunction

Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking in OFF state, filter clog, cut line)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
Stall speed Line pressure does
not rise higher than
the line pressure for
idle. Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the pressure adjustment function.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

TCM breakdown

Line pressure solenoid malfunction (shorting, sticking in ON state)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking

Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
The pressure rises,
but does not enter
the standard posi-
tion. Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and malfunction in the pres-
sure adjustment function.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

Line pressure solenoid malfunction (sticking, filter clog)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking

Pilot valve sticking or pilot filter clogged
Only low for a spe-
cific position Possible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.

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Check Before Engine Is StartedNCS001BI
1. CHECK A/T CHECK INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
Does A/T CHECK indicator lamp light up for about 2 seconds?
YES >> 1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 2. Perform self-diagnostics and record all NG items on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET"
. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 2 , "Diagnostic Procedure with-
out CONSULT-II" .
3. Go to AT- 5 7 , "
Check at Idle" .
NO >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 8 9 , "
A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On" .
Check at IdleNCS001BJ
1. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Start engine.
Does the engine start?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 9 0 , "
Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” or “N” Position" .
2. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Move selector lever to “D”, “M” or “R” position.
3. Start engine.
Does the engine start in either position?
YES >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 9 0 , "Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” or “N” Position" .
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK “P” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Move selector lever to “P” position.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Disengage the parking brake.
4. Push the vehicle forward or backward.
5. Engage the parking brake.
When you push the vehicle with disengaging the parking brake, does it move?
YES >> Enter a check mark at AT- 1 9 1 , "In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves When Pushed" on the AT- 4 8 ,
"DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
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4. CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Start engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Disengage the parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Enter a check mark at AT- 1 9 2 , "In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves" on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5. CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “D” position.
When the transmission is shifted from
“N” to “D”, is there an excessive shock?
YES >> Enter a check mark at AT- 1 9 3 , "Large Shock (“N” to “D” Position)" on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R” position.
3. Disengage the brake for 4 to 5 seconds.
Does the vehicle creep backward?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT- 1 9 6 , "
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position" on the AT- 4 8 ,
"DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
7. CHECK “D” POSITION FUNCTIONS
Inspect whether the vehicle creep forward when the A/T is put into the “D” position.
Does the vehicle creep forward in the
“D” position?
YES >> Go to AT- 5 8 , "Cruise Test - Part 1" , AT- 6 0 , "Cruise Test - Part 2" , and AT- 6 1 , "Cruise Test - Part
3" .
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT- 1 9 9 , "
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” Position" on the AT- 4 8 ,
"DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
Cruise Test - Part 1NCS001BK
1. CHECK STARTING OUT FROM D1
1. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to warm up the engine oil and ATF. Appropriate temperature for the ATF: 50 to 80 °C (122 to 176 °F)
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D” position.
6. Press the accelerator pedal about half-way down to accelerate the vehicle.
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear positions. Refer to AT- 9 5 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Starts from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT- 2 0 1 , "
Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOS-
TIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.