2006 INFINITI M35 engine overheat

EC-144
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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*: Leaving cooling fan OFF with CONSULT-II while engine is running may cause the engine to overheat.
DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION MODE
SRT STATUS Mode
For details, refer to EC-60, "SYSTEM READINESS TEST (SRT) CODE" .
SRT WORK SUPPORT Mode
This mode enables a technician to drive a vehicle to set the SRT while monitoring the SRT status.
DTC WORK SUPPORT Mode
*: DTC P1442 and P1456 does not apply to Y50 models but appears in DTC Work Support Mode screens. FA N D U T Y C O N -
TROL*
Ignition switch: ON
Change duty ratio using CON-
SULT-II.Cooling fan speed changes.
Harness and connectors
Cooling fan motor
Cooling fan relay
Cooling fan control module
IPDM E/R
ALTERNATOR
DUTY
Engine: Idle
Change duty ratio using CON-
SULT-II.Battery voltage changes.
Harness and connectors
IPDM E/R
Alternator TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
Test mode Test item Corresponding DTC No. Reference page
EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMEVP SML LEAK P0442/P1442*P0442EC-403
P0455EC-458
EVP V/S LEAK P0456/P1456* P0456EC-466
PURG VOL CN/V P1444 P0443EC-412
PURG FLOW P0441 P0441EC-398
A/F SEN1A/F SEN1 (B1) P1278/P1279 P0133EC-274A/F SEN1 (B1) P1276 P0130EC-246
A/F SEN1 (B2) P1288/P1289 P0153EC-274
A/F SEN1 (B2) P1286 P0150EC-246
HO2S2HO2S2 (B1) P1146 P0138EC-297
HO2S2 (B1) P1147 P0137EC-286
HO2S2 (B1) P0139 P0139EC-310
HO2S2 (B2) P1166 P0158EC-297
HO2S2 (B2) P1167 P0157EC-286
HO2S2 (B2) P0159 P0159EC-310

DTC P0125 ECT SENSOR
EC-239
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DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS004VT
CAUTION:
Be careful not to overheat engine.
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Check that “COOLAN TEMP/S” is above 10
C (50F).
If it is above 10
C (50F), the test result will be OK.
If it is below 10
C (50F), go to following step.
4. Start engine and run it for 65 minutes at idle speed.
If “COOLAN TEMP/S” increases to more than 10
C (50F)
within 65 minutes, stop engine because the test result will
be OK.
5. If DTC is detected, go to EC-239, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-II” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS004VU
1. CHECK GROUND CONNECTIONS
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Loosen and retighten two ground screws on the body.
Refer to EC-172, "
Ground Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace ground connections.
2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-240, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
SEF174Y
1. Body ground M70 2. Body ground M16
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DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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Cooling Fan Motor
Cooling fan motor receives cooling fan motor operating voltage from
cooling fan control module (1). The revolution speed of cooling fan
motor is controlled by duty cycle of the voltage.
: Vehicle front
Cooling fan motor-1 harness connector (2)
Cooling fan motor-2 harness connector (3)
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS00533
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS00534
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-13, "
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckNBS00535
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WAR NING :
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
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MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
FA N D U T Y
Engine: Running 0 - 100%
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)
Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).
Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).
Engine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.
Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.
Harness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)
IPDM E/R
Cooling fan control module
Cooling fan motor
Radiator hose
Radiator
Radiator cap
Water pump
Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-522,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .

EC-518
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DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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4. CHECK THERMOSTAT
1. Check valve seating condition at normal room temperatures.
It should seat tightly.
2. Check valve opening temperature and valve lift.
3. Check if valve is closed at 5
C (9F) below valve opening tem-
perature.
For details, refer to CO-29, "
WATER INLET AND THERMO-
STAT ASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace thermostat
5. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-230, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
6. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-522, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
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7. CHECK COOLING FAN CONTROL MODULE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT-I
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect cooling fan control module (1) harness connector
E42.
–: Vehicle front
–Cooling fan motor-1 harness connector (2)
–Cooling fan motor-2 harness connector (3)
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between cooling fan control module terminal 3
and ground with CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> GO TO 16.Valve opening temperature: 76.5
C (170F) [standard]
Valve lift: More than 8.6 mm/90
C
(0.339 in/194
F)
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Voltage: Battery voltage
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DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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17. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
10A fuse
Fuse block (J/B) connector E102
50A fusible link
Harness for open or short between cooling fan relay and fuse
Harness for open or short between cooling fan relay and battery
>> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
18. CHECK COOLING FAN CONTROL MODULE POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT-III
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E9.
3. Check harness continuity between the following;
Cooling fan relay terminal 2 and IPDM E/R terminal 56,
Cooling fan relay terminal 5 and cooling fan control module terminal 3.
Refer to wiring diagram.
4. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 19.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
19. CHECK COOLING FAN RELAY
Refer to EC-524, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 20.
NG >> Replace cooling fan relay.
20. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform EC-165, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PG-18, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MOD-
ULE ENGINE ROOM)" .
NG >> Repair or replace harness connectors.
Main 12 Causes of OverheatingNBS00538
Continuity should exist.
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1
Blocked radiator
Blocked condenser
Blocked radiator grille
Blocked bumper
Visual No blocking —
2
Coolant mixtureCoolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixtureMA-13, "Anti-Freeze
Coolant Mixture Ratio"
3Coolant levelVisual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckMA-15, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
4Radiator capPressure tester 59 - 98 kPa
(0.6 - 1.0 kg/cm2 , 9 - 14
psi) (Limit)CO-16, "
Checking Radia-
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DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer to CO-7, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS" . ON*
25Coolant leaksVisual No leaksCO-11, "LEAK CHECK"
ON*26ThermostatTouch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hotCO-29, "WATER INLET
AND THERMOSTAT
ASSEMBLY"
ON*17Cooling fanCONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P1217 (EC-512
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OFF 8
Combustion gas leakColor checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
39Coolant temperature
gaugeVisual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—
Coolant overflow to
reservoir tankVisual No overflow during driving
and idlingMA-15, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
OFF*410Coolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
torVisual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankMA-15, "Changing
Engine Coolant"
OFF 11Cylinder headStraight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)EM-101, "CYLINDER
HEAD"
12Cylinder block and pis-
tonsVisual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonEM-123, "CYLINDER
BLOCK"
Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page

EC-818
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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2P0031 P0032 P0051 P0052 Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 heater
P0037 P0038 P0057 P0058 Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater
P0075 P0081 Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
P0130 P0131 P0132 P0133 P0150 P0151 P0152 P0153 P2A00 P2A03 Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
P0137 P0138 P0139 P0157 P0158 P0159 Heated oxygen sensor 2
P0441 EVAP control system purge flow monitoring
P0443 P0444 P0445 EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve
P0447 P0448 EVAP canister vent control valve
P0451 P0452 P0453 EVAP control system pressure sensor
P0550 Power steering pressure sensor
P0603 ECM power supply
P0710 P0717 P0720 P0740 P0744 P0745 P1730 P1752 P1754 P1757 P1759 P1762 P1764 P1767 P1769 P1772
P1774 A/T related sensors, solenoid valves and switches
P1140 P1145 Intake valve timing control position sensor
P1217 Engine over temperature (OVERHEAT)
P1220 Fuel pump control module
P1805 Brake switch
P2100 P2103 Throttle control motor relay
P2101 Electric throttle control function
P2118 Throttle control motor
3
P0011 P0021 Intake valve timing control
P0171 P0172 P0174 P0175 Fuel injection system function
P0300 - P0308 Misfire
P0420 P0430 Three way catalyst function
P0442 P0456 EVAP control system (SMALL LEAK, VERY SMALL LEAK)
P0455 EVAP control system (GROSS LEAK)
P0506 P0507 Idle speed control system
P1148 P1168 Closed loop control
P1211 TCS control unit
P1212 TCS communication line
P1564 ICC steering switch / ASCD steering switch
P1568 ICC command value
P1572 ICC brake switch / ASCD brake switch
P1574 ICC vehicle speed sensor / ASCD vehicle speed sensor
P1715 Turbine revolution sensor
P1800 VIAS control solenoid valve
P2119 Electric throttle control actuator Priority Detected items (DTC)

EC-820
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45
Symptom Matrix ChartNBS005AH
SYSTEM — BASIC ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel pump circuit 11232 22 3 2EC-1427
Fuel pressure regulator system 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4EC-809
Fuel injector circuit 11232 22 2EC-1420
Evaporative emission system 334444444 4EC-749
Air Positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem
334444444 41EC-761
Incorrect idle speed adjustment 1 1 1 1 1EC-788
Electric throttle control actuator 112332222 2 2EC-1344,
EC-1356
IgnitionIncorrect ignition timing adjustment33111 11 1EC-788
Ignition circuit 11222 22 2EC-1407
Main power supply and ground circuit 22333 33 23EC-879
Mass air flow sensor circuit
1
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222 2EC-927,
EC-936
Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit
333EC-948,
EC-961
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 circuitEC-969
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EC-979
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EC-988
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EC-997
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EC-1387
Throttle position sensor circuit
22EC-954
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EC-1077
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EC-1259
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EC-1261
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EC-1372
Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit 3 2 1EC-1218
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EC-1358
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EC-1365
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EC-1379
Knock sensor circuit 2 3EC-1094
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) circuit 2 2EC-1099
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) circuit 3 2EC-1106
Vehicle speed signal circuit 2 3 3 3EC-1200
Power steering pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3EC-1206