2006 INFINITI FX35 engine

DI-6
COMBINATION METERS
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SPEEDOMETER
The speedometer indicates the vehicle speed.

ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) provides a vehicle speed signal to the unified meter and A/C
amp. with CAN communication.

Unified meter and A/C amp. converts the vehicle speed signal to the 8-pulse signal, and outputs the vehi-
cle speed signal (8-pulse) to combination meter.

Combination meter indicates the vehicle speed according to vehicle speed signal (8-pulse) signal.
TACHOMETER
The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).

ECM provides engine speed signal to unified meter and A/C amp. with CAN communication.

Unified meter and A/C amp. transmits engine speed signal to combination meter with communication line.

Combination meter indicates the engine speed according to engine speed signal.
WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
The water temperature gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature.

ECM provides engine coolant temperature signal to unified meter and A/C amp. with CAN communica-
tion.

Unified meter and A/C amp. transmits engine coolant temperature signal to combination meter with com-
munication line.

Combination meter indicates the engine coolant temperature according to engine coolant temperature
signal.
SKIB7332E
PKIB7631E
PKIB7632E

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PRELIMINARY CHECK
1. CHECK OPERATION OF SELF-DIAGNOSIS MODE (COMBINATION METER)
Perform self-diagnosis mode of combination meter. Refer to DI-15, "
OPERATION PROCEDURE" .
Does self-diagnosis function operate?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2. CHECK UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. (CONSULT-II)
Perform self-diagnosis of unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to DI-31, "
CONSULT-II Function (METER A/C
AMP)" .
Self-diagnosis results
No malfunction detected >> INSPECTION END
Malfunction detected >> Check applicable parts, and repair or replace corresponding parts.
3. CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT OF COMBINATION METER
Check power supply and ground circuit of combination meter. Refer to DI-18, "
Power Supply and Ground Cir-
cuit Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> Check odo/trip meter switch. Refer to DI-24, "Odo/Trip Meter and Illumination Control Switch
Inspection" .
NG >> Repair malfunctioning part.
Symptom Chart NKS002ZM
Symptom Possible cause
Speedometer and odo/trip meter indication is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-19, "
Vehicle Speed Signal Inspection" .
Tachometer indication is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-20, "
Engine Speed Signal Inspection" .
Water temperature gauge indication is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-21, "
Engine Coolant Temperature Signal Inspection" .
Fuel gauge indication is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-21, "
Fuel Level Sensor Signal Inspection" .
Low-fuel warning lamp indication is irregular.
Shift position indicator is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-55, "
A/T Indicator Is Malfunction" .
Illumination control does not operate. Refer to
DI-24, "
Odo/Trip Meter and Illumination Control Switch
Inspection" .

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Vehicle Speed Signal InspectionNKS002ZP
Symptom: Speedometer and odo/trip meter indication is malfunction.
1. CHECK COMBINATION METER INPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect CONSULT-II, and start engine.
2. Select “METER A/C AMP” on CONSULT-II.
3. Using “SPEED METER” on “DATA MONITOR”, compare the value of “DATA MONITOR” with speedometer pointer of combi-
nation meter.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform self-diagnosis of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-24, "
CONSULT-II Functions
(VDC)" .
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Drive vehicle at approximately 40 km/h (25 MPH).
2. Check voltage signal between unified meter and A/C amp. har- ness connector M56 terminal 26 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG-1 >> If monitor indicates “0 V” constantly, perform the following.
1. Check each unit inputting vehicle speed signal (8 pulse), harness and connector between each unit and unified meter and A/C amp.
2. Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
NG-2 >> If monitor indicates “5 V” or “12 V” constantly, replace unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to DI-37,
"Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C Amp." .
SKIB4578E
26 – Ground: NOTE:
Maximum voltage may be 5 V due
to specifications (connected units).
SKIB0338E
PKIA1935E

DI-20
COMBINATION METERS
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3. CHECK CONTINUITY BETWEEN COMBINATION METER AND UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter connector and unified meter and A/C amp. connector.
3. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector M20 terminal 1 and unified meter and A/C amp. harness con-
nector M56 terminal 26.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace combination meter.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
Engine Speed Signal Inspection NKS002ZQ
Symptom: Tachometer indication is malfunction.
1. CHECK COMBINATION METER INPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect CONSULT-II, and start engine.
2. Select “METER A/C AMP” on CONSULT-II.
3. Using “TACHO METER” on “DATA MONITOR”, compare the value of “DATA MONITOR” with tachometer pointer of combina-
tion meter.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace combination meter.
2. CHECK UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. INPUT SIGNAL
1. Select “ENGINE” on CONSULT-II.
2. Using “ENG SPEED” on “DATA MONITOR”, print out the CON- SULT-II screen when the engine is idling.
3. Select “METER A/C AMP” on CONSULT-II.
4. Using “TACHO METER” on “DATA MONITOR”, compare the value of “DATA MONITOR” of the idling speed with that of the
“ENG SPEED”.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform ECM self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-119, "CON-
SULT-II Function (ENGINE)" (VQ35DE) or EC-780,
"CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE)" (VK45DE).
NG >> Replace unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to DI-37,
"Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C Amp." .
1 – 26 : Continuity should exist.
SKIB0343E
PKIA2090E
SKIA4367E

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Engine Coolant Temperature Signal InspectionNKS002ZR
Symptom: Water temperature gauge indication is malfunction.
1. CHECK COMBINATION METER INPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect CONSULT-II, and start engine.
2. Select “METER A/C AMP” on CONSULT-II.
3. Using “W TEMP METER” on “DATA MONITOR”, compare the value of “DATA MONITOR” with water temperature gauge
pointer of combination meter.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace combination meter.
2. CHECK UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP. INPUT SIGNAL
1. Select “ENGINE” on CONSULT-II.
2. Using “COOLAN TEMP/S” on “DATA MONITOR”, print out the CONSULT-II screen.
3. Select “METER A/C AMP” on CONSULT-II.
4. Using “W TEMP METER” on “DATA MONITOR”, compare the value of “DATA MONITOR” with that of the “COOLAN TEMP/S”.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform ECM self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-119, "CON-
SULT-II Function (ENGINE)" (VQ35DE) or EC-780,
"CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE)" (VK45DE).
NG >> Replace unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to DI-37,
"Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C
Amp." .
Fuel Level Sensor Signal InspectionNKS002ZS
Symptom:

Fuel gauge indication is malfunctioning.

Low-fuel warning lamp indication is irregular.
NOTE:
The following symptoms are not malfunctions.
Fuel gauge

Depending on vehicle posture or driving circumstance, the fuel level in the tank varies, and the pointer
may fluctuate.

If the vehicle is fueled with the ignition switch ON, the pointer will move slowly.
Low-fuel warning lamp

Depending on vehicle posture or driving circumstance, the fuel in the tank flows and the warning lamp ON
timing may change.
Water temperature gauge pointer Reference value of data monitor [ °C ( °F)]
Hot Approx. 130 (266)
Middle Approx. 70 - 105 (158 - 221) Cold Approx. 50 (122)
PKIA2091E
SKIA4368E

DI-28
UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP
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UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMPPFP:27760
System DescriptionNKS00300

For the unified meter and A/C amp., the signal required for controlling the combination meter are inte-
grated in the A/C auto amp.

The unified meter and A/C amp. corresponds to a CONSULT-II function (self-diagnosis results, CAN diag-
nosis support monitor, data monitor).
COMBINATION METER CONTROL FUNCTION

Unified meter and A/C amp. receives necessary information for combination meter from each unit by CAN
communication.

Unified meter and A/C amp. transmits a signals with communication line (TX, RX) between unified meter
and A/C amp. and combination meter.
Input/output signals between unified meter and A/C amp. and combination meter.
NOTE:
Combination meter performs fail-safe operation when unified meter and A/C amp. communication is malfunctioning. Refer to DI-8,
"FAIL-SAFE" . Unit Input Output
Unified meter and A/C amp.

Seat belt buckle switch signal (Driver's side)

Parking brake signal

Illumination control nighttime required signal

Refuel status signal

Low-fuel warning lamp condition signal

Combination meter receive error signal

Delivery destination data signal

Combination meter specifications signal

Vehicle speed signal (8-pulse)

Engine speed signal

Engine coolant temperature signal

Fuel level sensor signal (resistance value)

Malfunction indicator lamp signal

ABS warning lamp signal

Low tire pressure warning lamp signal

Brake warning lamp signal

A/T CHECK warning lamp signal

ICC warning lamp signal

Oil pressure switch signal

Door switch signal

AWD warning lamp signal

Key warning lamp signal

VDC OFF indicator lamp signal

SLIP indicator lamp signal

CRUISE indicator lamp signal

SET indicator lamp signal

High beam request signal

Turn indicator signal

Snow mode switch signal

ICC system display signal

Shift position indicator signal

Manual mode indicator signal

Manual mode gear position signal

CAN communication condition signal of A/T

Position lights request signal

Buzzer output signal

DI-32
UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP
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DATA MONITOR
Operation Procedure
1. Touch “DATA MONITOR” on “SELECT DIAG MODE” screen.
2. Touch either “MAIN SIGNALS” or “SELECTION FROM MENU” on the “DATA MONITOR” screen.
3. When “SELECTION FROM MENU” is selected, touch individual items to be monitored. When “MAIN SIG- NALS” is selected, main items will be monitored.
4. Touch “START”.
5. Touch “RECORD” while monitoring, then the status of the moni- tored item can be recorded. To stop recording, touch “STOP”.
Display Item List
X: Applicable
MAIN SIGNALS Monitors main signals.
SELECTION FROM MENU Selects and monitors individual signal.
SKIA4957E
Display item [Unit] MAIN
SIGNALS SELECTION
FROM MENU Contents
SPEED METER [km/h] or [mph] X X Displays the value of vehicle speed signal, which is input from
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
SPEED OUTPUT [km/h] or [mph] X X Displays the value of vehicle speed signal, which is transmitted
to each unit with CAN communication.
TACHO METER [rpm] X X Displays the value of engine speed signal, which is input from
ECM.
W TEMP METER [ °C] or [ °F] X X Displays the value of engine coolant temperature signal, which
is input from ECM.
FUEL METER [lit.] X X Displays the value, which processes a resistance signal from
fuel gauge.
DISTANCE [km] or [mile] X X Displays the value, which is calculated by vehicle speed signal
from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), fuel gauge and
fuel consumption from ECM.
FUEL W/L [ON/OFF] X X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of low-fuel warning lamp.
MIL [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of malfunction indicator lamp.
AIR PRES W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of low tire pressure warning lamp.
SEAT BELT W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of seat belt warning lamp.
BUZZER [ON/OFF] X X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of buzzer.
DOOR W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of door warning lamp.
HI-BEAM IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of high beam indicator.
TURN IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of turn indicator.
OIL W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of oil pressure warning lamp.
VDC/TCS IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of VDC OFF indicator lamp.
ABS W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ABS warning lamp.
SLIP IND [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of SLIP indicator lamp.
BRAKE W/L [ON/OFF]* X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of brake warning lamp.
KEY G W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key warning lamp (green).
KEY R W/L [ON/OFF] X Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key warning lamp (red).

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2. CHECK METER/GAUGES VISUALLY
Check the pointer on the meter/gauge fluctuate at the engine start.
Is the fluctuation acceptable?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 6.
3. CHECK CONTINUITY COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT (TX: COMBINATION METER)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter connector and unified meter and A/C amp. connector.
3. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector M20 terminal 13 and unified meter and A/C amp. harness con-
nector M55 terminal 19.
4. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector M20 terminal 13 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
4. CHECK VOLTAGE OF UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
1. Connect unified meter and A/C amp. connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector M20 terminal 13 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace unified meter and A/C amp. Refer to DI-37,
"Removal and Installation of Unified Meter and A/C
Amp."
13 – 19 : Continuity should exist.
13 – Ground : Continuity should not exist.
SKIA4837E
13 – Ground : Approx. 5 V
SKIA4886E