2006 INFINITI FX35 ignition

BRC-48
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Brake Fluid Level Switch CircuitNFS000NT
DTC C1155
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
1. Check fluid level in brake fluid reservoir tank. If the level is low, add brake fluid.
2. Clear the stored self-diagnostic results and check self-diagnostic results.
Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis display item?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> INSPECTION END
2. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Disconnect brake fluid level switch connector and ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector and check terminal for deformation, disconnection, looseness, and so on. If any malfunction is found,
repair or replace terminal.
2. Securely reconnect connectors and perform self-diagnosis again.
OK or NG
OK >> Connector terminal contact is loose, damaged, open or shorted.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN BRAKE FLUID LEVEL SWITCH AND ABS ACTUATOR AND ELEC-
TRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect brake fluid level switch connector E52 and ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
connector E56.
2. Check continuity between brake fluid level switch harness con- nector and ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >> Connect connectors and perform an ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.
NG >> If open or short in harness, repair or replace applied harness.
Self-diagnostic results
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW
SFIA1193E
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Brake fluid level switch Continuity 81Yes
8GroundNo
Ground 2 Yes

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM BRC-49
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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BRC
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
When “ST ANG SEN SIGNAL” Appears on Self-diagnosis Results DisplayNFS000NU
DTC C1144
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS (1)
Check self-diagnostic results.
Does anything besides
“ST ANG SEN SIGNAL” appear on self-diagnostic results display?
YES >> Inspect and repair the indicated items. Then perform self-diagnosis again.
NO >> Perform adjustment of steering angle sensor neutral position. Then GO TO 2.
2. CHECK SELF DIAGNOSIS RESULTS (2)
Turn ignition switch OFF and ON to erase self-diagnostic results, and perform ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) self-diagnosis again.
Does anything appear on self-diagnostic results display?
YES >> Replace steering angle sensor. Then perform adjustment of neutral position and perform self- diagnosis again.
NO >> INSPECTION END
When “DECEL G SEN SET” Appears on Self-diagnostic Results Display (AWD
Models)
NFS000NV
DTC C1160
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF- DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS (1)
Check self-diagnostic results.
Does anything besides
“DECEL G SEN SET” appear on self-diagnostic results display?
YES >> Inspect and repair the indicated items. Then perform self-diagnosis again.
NO >> Perform calibration of decel G sensor. Then GO TO 2.
2. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS (2)
Turn ignition switch OFF and ON to erase self-diagnostic results, and perform ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) self-diagnosis again.
Does anything appear on self-diagnostic results display?
YES >> Replace yaw rate/side/decel G sensor. Then perform calibration of decel G sensor and perform self-diagnosis again.
NO >> INSPECTION END
Self-diagnostic results
ST ANG SEN SIGNAL
Self-diagnostic results DECEL G SEN SET

BRC-50
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
CAN Communication CircuitNFS000NW
DTC U1000, C1156
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector, and check the terminal for deformation, disconnection, looseness, and so on. If there is a malfunction, repair or
replace the terminal.
2. Reconnect connector to perform self-diagnosis.
Is
“CAN COMM CIRCUIT” or “ST ANG SEN COM CIR” displayed in the self-diagnosis display items?
YES >> Print out the self-diagnostic results, and refer to LAN-3, "Precautions When Using CONSULT-II" .
NO >> Connector terminal connection is loose, damaged, open, or shorted.
Component InspectionNFS000NX
VDC OFF SWITCH

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect VDC OFF switch con-
nector, and check continuity between VDC OFF switch connec-
tor M32 terminals 1 and 2.
1 -2 : Continuity should exist when pushing switch.
Continuity should not exist when releasing
switch.
SFIA1203E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS BRC-51
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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BRC
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMSPFP:00007
Excessive ABS Function Operation FrequencyNFS000NY
1. CHECK FRONT AND REAR AXLE
Make sure there is no excessive looseness in the front and rear axles.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check front or rear axle system.
2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR
Perform following inspection for wheel sensor:

Sensor mount and damage inspection

Sensor rotor mount and damage inspection

Sensor connector connection inspection

Sensor harness inspection
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Replace sensor or sensor rotor.
3. 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 >> Normal
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-25, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
Unexpected Pedal ReactionNFS000NZ
1. CHECK BRAKE PEDAL STROKE
Check brake pedal stroke.
Is the stroke too long?
YES >>
Bleed air from brake piping.

Check brake pedal, brake booster, and master cylinder mount for play, looseness, and brake
system for fluid leaks, etc. If any malfunctions are found, make repair.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK FUNCTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector E56 and make sure that braking force is suf-
ficient when ABS in not operating. After the inspection, reconnect connector.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR. Refer to BRC-51, "Excessive ABS Function Operation Fre-
quency" .
NG >> Check brake system.

BRC-52
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
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" .

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS BRC-53
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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BRC
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Vehicle Jerks During VDC/TCS/ABS ControlNFS000O3
1. CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform CONSULT-II “DATA MONITOR” to check engine speed.
Is engine speed at idle 400 rpm or higher?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. 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 >> System is normal.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK ECM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform ECM self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items. Refer to EC-88, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (VQ35DE), EC-748,
"TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (VK45DE) in “Engine Control (EC section)”.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK A/T SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform A/T self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the corresponding items. Refer to AT- 4 4 , "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" in “A/T”.
5. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS 1
Perform self-diagnosis of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items, make repairs, and perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis again.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector E56 and ECM connector, check termi- nals for deformation, disconnection, looseness, and so on. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace
connector.
2. Securely reconnect connector and perform self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> If poor connect, damaged, open or short circuit is found, repair or replace connector terminal.
NG >> GO TO 7.
7. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS 2
Re-perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Repair or replace malfunctioning items.
NO >> GO TO 8.

CO-8
[VQ35DE]
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
—
Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper —
—
Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items

OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS CO-35
[VK45DE]
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D E
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G H
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K L
M A
CO
Revision: 2006 December 2006 FX35/FX45
Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
—
Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper —
—
Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items