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Inspection 8: Engine Speed Signal MalfunctionNGS000EX
1. CHECK SPEEDOMETER
Start the engine, and then check the combination meter (tachometer) operation.
Does it operate normally?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Combination meter. Refer to DI-5, "
COMBINATION METERS"DI-5, "COMBINATION METERS" .
2. CHECK RAS CONTROL UNIT CONNECTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect RAS control unit harness connector, and check terminal for deforma-
tion, disconnection, looseness, etc.
2. Reconnect harness connector securely, and perform self-diagnosis.
With CONSULT-II
Without CONSULT-II
Is above displayed on self-diagnosis display?
YES >> RAS control unit malfunction. Replace RAS control unit.
NO >> Connector terminal connection is loose, damaged, open, or shorted. Repair or replace the termi-
nal.
Inspection 9: CAN Communication System MalfunctionNGS000EY
1. CHECK RAS CONTROL UNIT CONNECTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect RAS control unit harness connector and rear wheel steering angle
sensor harness connector, and check terminal for deformation, disconnection, looseness, etc.
2. Reconnect harness connector securely, and perform CONSULT-II self-diagnosis.
Is above displayed on self-diagnosis display?
YES >>If “CAN COMM [U1000]” is displayed, print out self–diagnosis. And then, GO TO LAN-7, "Pre-
cautions When Using CONSULT-II" .
Replace RAS control unit if “CONTROL_UNIT [CAN] [U1010]” is displayed.
NO >> Connector terminal connection is loose, damaged, open, or shorted. Repair or replace the termi-
nal.
Self-diagnostic results
MOTOR_OUTPUT
DTC (warning lamp blinks)
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Self-diagnostic results
CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]
CONTROL_UNIT [CAN] [U1010]

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Inspection 10: Stop Lamp Switch HarnessNGS000EZ
1. CHECK STOP LAMP SWITCH SIGNAL
With CONSULT-II
Select “STOP LAMP SW” on DATA MONITOR, and then check the stop lamp switch.
Without CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect RAS control unit harness connector B127.
2. Operate brake pedal, and then check voltage between RAS con-
trol unit harness connector B127 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Stop lamp switch harness is normal.
NG >> Stop lamp switch harness malfunction. Repair circuit.
Inspection 11: RAS Warning Lamp HarnessNGS000F0
1. CHECK RAS WARNING LAMP SIGNAL
Turn ignition switch ON, and then check voltage between RAS con-
trol unit harness connector B127 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-28, "SELF-DIAG
RESULT MODE" .
NG >> GO TO 2.
Measuring condition Data monitor
Brake pedal depressed ON
Brake pedal released OFF
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RAS C/U Ground Measuring condition Voltage
Terminal 22 —Brake pedal depressed Battery voltage (approx. 12 V)
Brake pedal released Approx. 0 V
RAS C/U Ground Voltage
Terminal26 —Warning lamp OFF : Approx. 2.8 V or more
Warning lamp ON : Approx. 1.4 V or less
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2. CHECK RAS WARNING LAMP HARNESS
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect RAS control unit harness connector B127 and combination meter
harness connector M52.
2. Check continuity between RAS control unit harness connector
B127 and combination meter harness connector M52.
3. Check continuity between RAS control unit harness connector
B127 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO combination meter power supply circuit.
NG >> Harness between RAS control unit and combination
meter open or shorted. Repair or replace harness. Te r m i n a l 2 6
19 : Continuity exist.
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Te r m i n a l 2 6 Ground : Continuity not exist.
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3. CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE CONNECTOR
Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect power steering solenoid valve harness connector, and check terminal for
deformation, disconnection, looseness, etc.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Harness or connector open or shorted. Repair or replace any inoperative parts.
4. CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Check continuity between RAS control unit harness connector B127
and power steering solenoid valve harness connector F25
(VQ35DE), E211 (VK45DE).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Open or short in harness. Repair or replace any inoper-
ative parts.
5. CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE GROUND CIRCUIT
Check continuity between power steering solenoid valve harness
connector F25 (VQ35DE), E211 (VK45DE) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Open or short in harness. Repair or replace any inoper-
ative parts.
6. CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Apply voltage power steering solenoid valve connector F25
(VQ35DE), E211 (VK45DE) and then make sure that the operating
sound (clicking sound) is heard.
OK or NG
OK >> Perform steering turning torque inspection. Refer to PS-
10, "CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING
FORCE" .
NG >> Power steering solenoid valve is inoperating. Replace it.
7. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Perform RAS self-diagnosis.
With CONSULT-II: STC-28, "SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE"
Without CONSULT-II: STC-31, "Diagnosis Procedure with Self-Diagnosis Function (Without CONSULT-
II)"
Are malfunctioning items displayed in self-diagnosis results?
YES >> Repair or replace any malfunctioning items.
NO >> RAS control unit malfunction. Replace it.
RAS C/U Power steering solenoid valve Continuity
Terminal 36 Terminal 1 Yes
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Terminal 2 – Ground : Continuity exist.
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Terminal 1 (+) - 2 (-) : Operating sound is heard.
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TRANSFER
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CONTENTS
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TRANSFER
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 .................................................................... 20AWD CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION TABLE ..... 20
CONSULT-II Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD) ..... 21
FUNCTION .......................................................
... 21
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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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 35
Vehicle Does Not Enter AWD Mode Even Though
AWD Warning Lamp Turned to OFF ....................... 36
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 36
While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly
(When Flashing in Approx. 1 Minute and Then Turn-
ing OFF) ................................................................. 37
While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly
(When Continuing to Flash until Turning Ignition
Switch OFF) ............................................................ 37
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 37
AWD CONTROL UNIT .............................................. 39
Removal and Installation ........................................ 39
REMOVAL ........................................................
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INSTALLATION .................................................... 39
FRONT OIL SEAL ..................................................... 40
Removal and Installation ........................................ 40
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 40
INSTALLATION .................................................... 40REAR OIL SEAL ....................................................... 41
Removal and Installation ......................................... 41
REMOVAL ............................................................ 41
INSTALLATION .................................................... 42
AIR BREATHER HOSE ............................................. 43
Removal and Installation ......................................... 43
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ........................................... 44
Removal and Installation ......................................... 44
REMOVAL ............................................................ 44
INSTALLATION .................................................... 44
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 45
COMPONENTS ................................................... 45
DISASSEMBLY .................................................... 46
INSPECTION ....................................................... 51
ASSEMBLY .......................................................... 52
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 59
General Specifications ......................................... ... 59

PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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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.
WAR NING :
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.
PrecautionsNDS000D4
Before connecting or disconnecting the AWD control unit
harness connector, turn ignition switch “OFF” and discon-
nect battery ground cable. Because battery voltage is
applied to AWD control unit even if ignition switch is turned
“OFF”.
When connecting or disconnecting pin connectors into or
from AWD control unit, take care not to damage pin termi-
nals (bend or break).
When connecting pin connectors, make sure that there are
no bends or breaks on AWD control unit pin terminal.
Before replacing AWD control unit, perform AWD control
unit input/output signal inspection and make sure whether
AWD control unit functions properly or not. Refer to TF-20,
"AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
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AWD SYSTEM
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AWD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in AWD system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and vehicle
change to rear-wheel drive or shifting driving force-AWD (Front-wheels still have some driving torque).
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF approximately for 1
seconds after the engine starts if system is normal.
AWD Warning Lamp Indication
System DiagramNDS000DD
Condition AWD warning lamp
Lamp checkTurns ON when ignition switch is turned ON. Turns OFF
approx. 1 second after engine start.
AWD system malfunctionON
Protection function is activated due to heavy load to electric con-
trolled coupling. (AWD system is not malfunctioning and AWD system
changes to 2WD mode.)Rapid flashing: 2 times/second
(Flashing in approx. 1 minute and then turning OFF)
Large difference in diameter of front/rear tiresSlow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds
(Continuing to flash until turning ignition switch OFF)
Other than above (system normal) OFF
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