2006 INFINITI FX35 engine control system

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PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 3
Precautions ......................................................... ..... 3
Service Notice or Precautions ............................. ..... 4
PREPARATION ...................................................... ..... 5
Special Service Tools .......................................... ..... 5
Commercial Service Tools ................................... ..... 7
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... ..... 8
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..... 8
TRANSFER FLUID ................................................ ..... 9
Replacement ....................................................... ..... 9
DRAINING ........................................................ ..... 9
FILLING ............................................................ ..... 9
Inspection ............................................................ ..... 9
FLUID LEAKAGE AND FLUID LEVEL ............. ..... 9
AWD SYSTEM ....................................................... ... 10
Power Transfer Diagram ..................................... ... 10
System Description ............................................. ... 10
DESCRIPTION ................................................. ... 10
ELECTRIC CONTROLLED COUPLING .......... .... 11
AWD CONTROL UNIT ..................................... .... 11
AWD WARNING LAMP .................................... ... 12
System Diagram .................................................. ... 12
COMPONENTS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION .. ... 13
CAN Communication ........................................... ... 13
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................................. ... 13
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................... ... 14
Fail-Safe Function ............................................... ... 14
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis ..................... ... 14
BASIC CONCEPT ............................................ ... 14
Location of Electrical Parts .................................. ... 15
Circuit Diagram ................................................... ... 16
Wiring Diagram — AWD — ................................. ... 17
Trouble Diagnosis Chart for Symptoms .............. ... 20
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Values ................................................................. ... 20 AWD CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION TABLE ..
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CONSULT-II Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD) .. ... 22
FUNCTION ....................................................... ... 22
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE ............. ... 22
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE ............................ ... 22
DATA MONITOR MODE ................................... ... 24
ACTIVE TEST MODE ...................................... ... 25
AWD CONTROL UNIT PART NUMBER .......... ... 25
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM ................. ... 26
Power Supply Circuit for AWD Control Unit ......... ... 26
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ............................................. ... 26
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 26
AWD Control Unit ................................................ ... 27
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 27
ABS System ........................................................ ... 27
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 27
AWD Solenoid ..................................................... ... 28
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ............................................. ... 28
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 28
COMPONENT INSPECTION ........................... ... 30
AWD Actuator Relay ............................................ ... 31
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
MONITOR MODE ............................................. ... 31
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 31
Engine Control Signal .......................................... ... 32
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 32
CAN Communication Line ................................... ... 32
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 32
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ........... ... 33
AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON When The
Ignition Switch Is Turned to ON ........................... ... 33
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 33
AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF Several
Seconds after Engine Started .............................. ... 33
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ........................... ... 33
Heavy Tight-Corner Braking Symptom Occurs
When The Vehicle Is Driven and The Steering Wheel
Is Turned Fully to Either Side after The Engine Is

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AWD SYSTEM
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AWD SYSTEMPFP:41650
Power Transfer DiagramNDS0009U
System DescriptionNDS0009V
DESCRIPTION

Electronic control allows optimal distribution of torque to front/rear wheels to match road conditions.

Makes possible stable driving, with no wheel spin, on snowy roads or other slippery surfaces.

On roads which do not require AWD, it contributes to improved fuel economy by driving in conditions close
to rear-wheel drive.

Sensor inputs determine the vehicle's turning condition, and in response tight cornering/braking are con-
trolled by distributing optimum torque to front wheels.
NOTE:

When driving, if there is a large difference between front and rear wheel speed which continues for a long
time, fluid temperature of drive system parts becomes too high and AWD warning lamp flashes rapidly.
(When AWD warning lamp flashes, vehicle changes to rear-wheel drive conditions.) Also, optional distri-
bution of torque sometimes becomes rigid before lamp flashes rapidly, but it is not malfunction.

If AWD warning lamp is flashing rapidly, stop vehicle and allow it to idle for some time. Flashing will stop
and AWD system will be restored.

When driving, AWD warning lamp may flash slowly if there is a significant difference in diameter of the
tires. At this time, vehicle performance is not fully available and cautious driving is required. (Continues
until engine is turned OFF.)

If the warning lamp flashes slowly during driving but remains OFF after engine is restarted, the system is
normal. If it again flashes slowly after driving for some time, vehicle must be inspected.

When the difference of revolution speed between the front and rear wheel mode the shift occasionally
changes to direct 4-wheel driving conditions automatically. This is not malfunction.
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COMPONENTS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
CAN CommunicationNDS0009X
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
For details, refer to LAN-32, "
CAN Communication Unit" .
Component parts Function
AWD control unit

Controls driving force distribution by signals from each sensor and switch from rear wheel driving
mode (0:100) to AWD mode (50:50).

2WD mode is available by fail-safe function if malfunction is detected in AWD system.
Wheel sensors Detects wheel speed.
AWD solenoid Controls electric controlled coupling by command current from AWD control unit.
Electric controlled coupling Transmits driving force to front final drive.
AWD warning lamp

Illuminates if malfunction is detected in electrical system of AWD system.

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

There are 2 blinks in 1 second if load is still applied to driving parts.
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to AWD control unit.

Vehicle speed signal

Stop lamp switch signal (brake signal)
ECM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to AWD control unit.

Accelerator pedal position signal

Engine speed signal
Unified meter and A/C amp. Transmits conditions of parking brake switch via CAN communication to AWD control unit.

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Trouble Diagnosis Chart for SymptomsNDS000A3
If AWD warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-22, "SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE" .
NOTE:
Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions. This is not malfunction.
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference ValuesNDS000A4
AWD CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION TABLE
Specifications with CONSULT-II
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
AWD warning lamp does not turn ON when
the ignition switch is turned to ON.
(AWD warning lamp check) Ignition switch: ON CAN communication line
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Unified meter and A/C amp.
Unified meter control unit
AWD warning lamp does not turn OFF sev-
eral seconds after engine started. Engine running CAN communication line
TF-33
Power supply and ground for AWD con-
trol unit
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Unified meter control unit
AWD solenoid
AWD actuator relay (integrated in AWD
control unit)
Wheel sensor
Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs
when the vehicle is driven and the steering
wheel is turned fully to either side after the
engine is started. (See NOTE.)

While driving

Steering wheel is
turned fully to either
sides CAN communication line
TF-35Accelerator pedal position signal
AWD solenoid
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (clutch sticking etc.)
Vehicle does not enter AWD mode even
though AWD warning lamp turned to OFF. While driving AWD solenoid
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Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (Mechanical engage-
ment of clutch is not possible.)
While driving, AWD warning lamp flashes
rapidly. (When flashing in approx. 1 minute
and then turning OFF.)
Rapid flashing: 2 times/second While driving Protection function is activated due to
heavy load to electric controlled cou-
pling. (AWD system is not malfunction-
ing. Also, optional distribution of torque
sometimes becomes rigid before lamp
flashes rapidly, but it is not malfunction.) TF-37
While driving, AWD warning lamp flashes
slowly. (When continuing to flash until turn-
ing ignition switch OFF)
Slow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds
While driving

Vehicle speed: 20 km/h
(12 MPH) or more Tire size is different between front and
rear of vehicle. TF-37
Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
FR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Front wheel
right) Vehicle stopped 0.00 km/h (0.00 mph)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under
standard condition. Approximately equal to
the indication on speed-
ometer (Inside of ±10%)
FR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Front wheel
left) Vehicle stopped 0.00 km/h (0.00 mph)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under
standard condition. Approximately equal to
the indication on speed-
ometer (Inside of ±10%)

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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CONSULT-II Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)NDS000A5
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. Start engine and drive at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approx. 1 minute.
3. Stop vehicle. With engine at idle, touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”. Display shows malfunction experienced since the last erasing
operation.
NOTE:

The details for “TIME” are as follow:
–“0”: Error currently detected with AWD control unit.
–Except for “0”: Error detected in the past and memorized
with AWD control unit.
Detects frequency of driving after DTC occurs (frequency
of turning ignition switch “ON/OFF”).
Display Item List
CAUTION:

If “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for CAN communica-
tion line.

Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more after
turning ignition switch “OFF” if AWD warning lamp turns ON with system malfunction of “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]”. AWD
warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that. Diagnostic test mode Function
Reference
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Self-diagnostic results

Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly. TF-22
Data monitor
Input/Output data in the AWD control unit can be read.TF-24
CAN diagnostic support monitor
The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.LAN-16
Active test
Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives some actuators apart from
the AWD control unit and also shifts some parameters in a specified range. TF-25
ECU part number
AWD control unit part number can be read.
TF-25
SDIA2217E
Items (CONSULT-II screen
terms) Diagnostic item is detected when... Check item
CONTROLLER FAILURE
[C1201] Malfunction has occurred inside AWD control unit.
TF-27, "
AWD Control Unit"
ABS SYSTEM
[C1203] Malfunction related to wheel sensor has been detected by ABS actu-
ator and electric unit (control unit). TF-27, "ABS System"
4WD SOLENOID
[C1204] Malfunction related to AWD solenoid has been detected.
TF-28, "AWD Solenoid"
4WD ACTUATOR RLY
[C1205] Malfunction has been detected from AWD actuator relay integrated
with AWD control unit, or malfunction related to AWD solenoid has
been detected. TF-31, "AWD Actuator
Relay" or
TF-28, "AWD
Solenoid"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1210] Malfunction has been detected from ECM. TF-32, "Engine Control Sig-
nal"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000] Malfunction has been detected from CAN communication line. TF-32, "CAN Communica-
tion Line"
NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING MAY BE
REQUIRED. No NG item has been detected. —

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEMPFP:00000
Power Supply Circuit for AWD Control UnitNDS000A6
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA MONITOR MODE
Data are reference value.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect AWD control unit harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
4. Check voltage between AWD control unit harness connector ter- minals and ground.
5. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Check voltage between AWD control unit harness connector ter- minals and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

10A fuse [No. 12 or 21, located in the fuse block (J/B)]

Harness for short or open between battery and AWD control unit harness connector terminal 9

Harness for short or open between ignition switch and AWD control unit harness connector ter-
minal 7

Ignition switch. Refer to PG-3, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
Monitored item [Unit] Condition Display value (Approx.)
BATTERY VOLT [V] Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage
Connector Terminal Voltage (Approx.)
M92 7 - Ground
Battery voltage
9 - Ground
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Connector Terminal Voltage (Approx.)
M92 7 - Ground 0V
9 - Ground Battery voltage
SDIA2320E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM TF-27
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2. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect AWD control unit harness connector.
3. Check continuity between AWD control unit harness connector M92 terminals 10, 11 and ground.
Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power
in harness or connectors.
3. CHECK DTC
Start engine.
Does AWD warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Perform the self-diagnosis, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to TF-22, "
SELF-DIAG
RESULT MODE" .
AWD Control UnitNDS000A7
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

Check the following if “CONTROLLER FAILURE [C1201]” is displayed in self-diagnostic results of CON-
SULT-II.
1. PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” with CONSULT-II.
3. Touch “ERASE”.
4. Turn ignition switch “OFF” and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Perform the self-diagnosis again.
Is the
“CONTROLLER FAILURE [C1201]” displayed?
YES >> Replace AWD control unit. Refer to TF-39, "AWD CONTROL UNIT" .
NO >> INSPECTION END
ABS SystemNDS000A8
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

Check the following if “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]” is displayed in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II.
1. CHECK DTC WITH ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT)
Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-25, "
DESCRIPTION" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 2. Continuity should exist.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
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2. CHECK DTC AFTER DRIVING
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) for at least 1 minute.
3. Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
4. Perform erase self-diagnostic results. Refer to TF-23, "
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results" .
5. Stop vehicle and turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Turn ignition switch “ON”.
7. Perform self-diagnosis.
Is the
“ABS SYSTEM [C1203]” displayed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> INSPECTION END
3. CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e s" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
4. CHECK DTC
Perform the self-diagnosis, after driving a vehicle for a while.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) again. Refer to BRC-25,
"DESCRIPTION" .
AWD SolenoidNDS000A9
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA MONITOR MODE
Data are reference value.
*: The values are changed by throttle opening and engine speed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

Check the following if “4WD SOLENOID [C1204]” is displayed in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II.
Monitored item [Unit] Condition Display value
ETS SOLENOID [A] Engine running At idle speed Approx. 0.000A
When depressing accelerator pedal Approx. 0.000 - 2.400A*