2006 INFINITI QX56 warning

TF-38
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2-4WD SOL MON [ON/
OFF]Check signal for transfer
control unit signal output

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“N ” posi-
tion

Brake pedal depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD
OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO ON
4WD shift switch: 4H
4WD shift switch: 4LO
4WD shift switch: AUTO
( “ Wait ” function is operat-
ing.) OFF
4WD shift switch: 4H
( “ Wait ” function is operat-
ing.) OFF
MOTOR RELAY [ON/
OFF] Condition of transfer
motor relay

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD
OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (A/T selector lever
“ P ” or “N ” position) OFF
("ON" for approx. 2
sec. after shifting to “P ” and “ N”.)
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (Except for A/T
selector lever “P ” or “ N”
position) ON
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T
selector lever “P ” posi-
tion) OFF
("ON" for approx. 2 sec. after shifting to “P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H
(Except for A/T selector
lever “P ” position) ON
MOTOR RELAY MON
[ON/OFF] Check signal for transfer
control unit signal output

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD OFF
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (A/T selector lever
“
P ” or “N ” position) OFF
("ON" for approx. 2
sec. after shifting to “P ” and “ N”.)
4WD shift switch: AUTO
or 4LO (Except for A/T
selector lever “P ” or “ N”
position) ON
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T
selector lever “P ” posi-
tion) OFF
("ON" for approx. 2
sec. after shifting to “P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H
(Except for A/T selector
lever “P ” position) ON
4WD FAIL LAMP [ON/
OFF] Condition of 4WD warn-
ing lamp 4WD warning lamp: ON
ON
4WD warning lamp: OFF OFF
2WD IND [ON/OFF] Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (2WD
indicator lamp) 2WD indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF
OFF
2WD indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
AUTO IND [ON/OFF] Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (AUTO
indicator lamp) AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF
OFF
AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
LOCK IND [ON/OFF] Condition of 4WD shift
indicator lamp (Lock indi-
cator lamp) Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF
OFF
Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON ON
4L IND [ON/OFF] Condition of 4LO indica-
tor lamp condition 4LO indicator lamp: OFF
OFF
4LO indicator lamp: ON ON
Monitored item [Unit]
Content ConditionDisplay value

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NOTE:
Data are reference value and are measured between each terminal and ground.
Te r m i n a lWire
color Item
ConditionData (Approx.)
1 GR 2-4WD shift solenoid valve

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“ N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD
0V
4WD shift switch: AUTO, 4H or 4LO Battery voltage
2 B/W 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD indicator lamp) 2WD indicator lamp: OFF
Battery voltage
2WD indicator lamp: ON 0V
3 B Ground Always0V
4 Y/L Transfer shift high relay

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“ N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (
“Wait ” func-
tion is operating.) Battery voltage
Except the above 0V
5 W/B 4WD warning lamp 4WD warning lamp: ON
0V
4WD warning lamp: OFF Battery voltage
6 B Ground Always0V
7 L CAN-H ——
8 P CAN-L ——
9G/W 4WD shift switch
(2WD) Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 2WD
Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: AUTO, 4H or 4LO 0V
10 L/W Transfer dropping resistor

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“ N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: AUTO 4 - 14V
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO Less than 1V
11 L 4WD shift indicator lamp
(Lock indicator lamp) Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF
Battery voltage
Lock indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON 0V
12 W/G 4LO indicator lamp 4LO indicator lamp: OFF
Battery voltage
4LO indicator lamp: ON 0V
13 G/B Transfer shift low relay

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“ N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (
“Wait ” func-
tion is operating.) Battery voltage
Except the above 0V

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14 LG Transfer motor relay

Accelerator pedal
depressed

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

Brake pedal
depressed4WD shift switch: 2WD Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4LO (A/T
selector lever
“P ” or “N ” position) Battery voltage
(0V for approx.
2 sec. after
shifting to “
P”
and “N ”.)
4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4LO (Except
for A/T selector lever “P ” or “N ” position) 0V
4WD shift switch: 4H (A/T selector lever
“ P ” position) Battery voltage
(0V for approx.
2 sec. after
shifting to “
P”.)
4WD shift switch: 4H (Except for A/T
selector lever “P ” position) 0V
15 L/B ATP warning lamp ATP indicator lamp: ON
0V
ATP indicatorlamp: OFF Battery voltage
16 Y/R Power supply Ignition switch: ON
Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
18 O 4WD shift switch
(4H)
Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 4H
Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4LO 0V
19 L Clutch pressure solenoid
valve

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“
N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: AUTO
1.5 - 3V
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO Less than 1V
21 BR 4WD shift indicator lamp
(AUTO indicator lamp)

AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: OFF
Battery voltage
AUTO indicator lamp of 4WD shift indicator lamp: ON 0V
22 Y/R Power supply Ignition switch: ON
Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
23 R 4WD shift switch
(4LO) Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: 4LO
Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H 0V
24 LG/R 4WD shift switch
(AUTO) Ignition switch: ON4WD shift switch: AUTO
Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO 0V
25 V Neutral-4LO switch

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“ N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H Battery voltage
4WD shift switch: 4H to 4LO (While actua-
tor motor is operating.)
Battery volt-
age
→ 0V
4WD shift switch: 4LO to 4H (While actua-
tor motor is operating.) 0V
→ Battery
voltage
4WD shift switch: 4LO 0V
27 W/L Actuator position switch 2
(High)

Vehicle stopped

Engine running

A/T selector lever
“
N ” position

Brake pedal
depressed 4WD shift switch: 4H, AUTO or 2WD 0V
4WD shift switch: 4LO
Battery voltage
28 B/G Sensor ground Always0V
29 L/W Ignition switch monitor Ignition switch: ON
Battery voltage
Ignition switch: OFF 0V
Terminal
Wire
color Item
ConditionData (Approx.)

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P POSI SW AT [ON/OFF]ז ד
P ” position signal of A/T PNP switch status is
displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
ABS OPER SW [ON/OFF] ×– ×ABS operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
VDC OPER SW [ON/OFF] ×– ×VDC operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
TCS OPER SW [ON/OFF] ×– ×TCS operation signal status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
THROTTLE POSI [0.0/8] – ×× Thottle position status is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
4WD MODE [AUTO/LOCK/2WD/4L] –×× Control status of 4WD recognized by transfer
control unit. (AUTO, 4H, 2WD or 4LO)
VHCL/S COMP [km/h] or [mph] – ×× Vehicle speed recognized by transfer control
unit.
COMP CL TORQ [kgm] – ×× Calculated torque recognized by transfer
control unit.
DUTY SOLENOID [%] – ×× Control value of clutch pressure solenoid.
2-4WD SOL [ON/OFF] –×× Output condition to 2-4WD solenoid.
2-4WD SOL MON [ON/OFF] – – ×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output.
MOTOR RELAY [ON/OFF] – ×× Transfer motor relay signal status is dis-
played.
MOTOR RELAY MON [ON/OFF] – – ×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output.
4WD FAIL LAMP [ON/OFF] – ×× Control status of 4WD warning lamp is dis-
played.
2WD IND [ON/OFF] ––×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD indicator lamp) is displayed.
AUTO IND [ON/OFF] ––×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD and AUTO indicator lamp) is displayed.
LOCK IND [ON/OFF] ––×Control status of 4WD shift indicator lamp
(2WD, AUTO and Lock indicator) is dis-
played.
4L IND [ON/OFF] ––×Control status of 4LO indicator lamp is dis-
played.
ATP IND [ON/OFF] ––×Control status of ATP warning lamp is dis-
played.
SHIFT POS SW1 [ON/OFF] ×– ×Actuator position switch 1 (Low) signal status
is displayed.
SHIFT POS SW2 [ON/OFF] ×– ×Actuator position switch 2 (high) signal status
is displayed.
SHIFT ACT1 [ON/OFF] –×× Output condition to actuator motor (clock-
wise)
SHIFT AC MON1 [ON/OFF] ×– ×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output
SHIFT ACT2 [ON/OFF] –×× Output condition to actuator motor (counter-
clockwise)
SHIFT AC MON2 [ON/OFF] ×– ×Check signal for transfer control unit signal
output
Monitored item (Unit)
Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN
SIGNALS SELEC-
TION FROM MENU

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Clutch Force Release Limit Adjustment
1. Current CLUTCH FORCE RELEASE LIMIT value “0.3 kgm”
appears under “CONDITION SETTING ” on CONSULT-II display.
2. Touch “1.2” on the display.
3. Display changes to “NOW ADJUSTING” in a short time.
4. When clutch force release limit value is set to “1.2 kgm”, current
value “0.3 kgm ” shown on display will be replaced by “1.2 kgm”
and “ADJUSTMENT COMPLETE ” will appear at the same time.
Clutch force release limit value setting is now complete.
Self-diagnostic ProcedureEDS002HL
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH CONSULT-II)
Refer to TF-45, "SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE" .
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITHOUT CONSULT-II)
Description
If the engine starts when there is something wrong with the 4WD system, the 4WD warning lamp turns ON or
flickers in the combination meter. When the system functions properly, the warning lamp turns ON when the
ignition switch is turned to “ON”, and it turns OFF after engine starts. To locate the cause of a problem, start
the self-diagnosis function. The 4WD warning lamp in the combination meter will indicate the problem area by
flickering according to the self-diagnostic results. As for the details of the 4WD warning lamp flickering pat-
terns, refer to TF-51, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
1.2 kg-m : Tight corner braking symptom is allevi-
ated. However, vibration may occur when
accelerating on a low µ road (icy road, etc.).
0.3 kg-m : Initial set value.
0.2 kg-m : Do not set to this value because the tight corner braking symptom will get worse.
SMT968D
SMT969D
SMT970D

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Diagnostic Procedure
1. Warm up engine.
2. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
3. Turn 4WD shift switch to “2WD” position.
4. Turn ignition switch “ON” and “OFF ” at least twice, and then turn ignition switch “OFF”.
5. Turn 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
6. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
7. 4WD warning lamp ON. If 4WD warning lamp does not turn ON, refer to TF-121, "
4WD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON" .
8. Move A/T selector lever to “R” position.
9. Turn 4WD shift switch to “2WD”, “AUTO ” and “2WD ” in order.
10. Move A/T selector lever to “D” position.
11. Turn 4WD shift switch to “4H”, “AUTO ” and “4H” in order.
12. Move A/T selector lever to “N” position.
13. Turn 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
14. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
15. Read the flickering of 4WD warning lamp. Refer to TF-51, "
Judgement Self-diagnosis" .
Judgement Self-diagnosis
When a malfunction is detected, the malfunction route is indicated by flickering of the 4WD warning lamp.
PDIA0227E
Flickering pattern or
flickering condition Items
Malfunction Check items
2 Output shaft revolution
signal (from TCM)

Malfunction is detected in output shaft revolution signal
that is output from TCM through CAN communication.

Improper signal is input while driving. TF-58, "
Output Shaft
Revolution Signal
(TCM)"
3
Clutch pressure sole-
noid signal
Proper voltage is not applied to clutch pressure solenoid
valve due to open or short circuit. TF-86, "Clutch Pres-
sure Solenoid"
4
2-4WD solenoid signal
Proper voltage is not applied to 2-4WD solenoid valve
due to open or short circuit. TF-91, "2-4WD Sole-
noid"
5
Transfer motor
Motor does not operate properly due to open or short cir-
cuit in transfer motor or motor relay. TF-95, "Transfer Motor"
6
Vehicle speed signal
(from ABS)

Malfunction is detected in vehicle speed signal that is
output from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
through CAN communication.

Improper signal is input while driving. TF-58, "
Vehicle Speed
Sensor (ABS)"
7
CAN communication
Malfunction has been detected from CAN communica-
tion line. TF-113, "CAN Commu-
nication Line"
8
AD converter
AD converter system of transfer control unit is malfunc-
tioning. TF-54, "Power Supply
Circuit For Transfer
Control Unit"

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3. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
2. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.
3. Check continuity between ATP switch harness connector F55 terminal 9 and ground.
Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4. CHECK ATP SWITCH
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
2. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.
3. Remove ATP switch. Refer to TF-22, "
Location of Electrical Parts" .
4. Push and release ATP switch and check continuity between ATP switch terminals 8 and 9.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Replace ATP switch. Refer to TF-22, "
Location of Elec-
trical Parts" .
5. CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-35, "
Transfer Control Unit Input/Output Signal Ref-
erence Values" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
6. CHECK ATP WARNING LAMP
1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
2. Move A/T selector lever to "P" position.
3. Set 4WD shift switch from "4H" to "4LO" or "4LO" to "4H".
Does ATP warning lamp turn ON while switching?
YES >> GO TO TF-125, "ATP Warning Lamp Turns ON" .
NO >> Inspection End.
COMPONENT INSPECTION
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”. (Stay for at least 5 second.)
2. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.
3. Remove ATP switch. Refer to TF-22, "
Location of Electrical Parts" .
Continuity should exist.
SDIA2394E
Terminal
Condition Continuity
8 - 9 Push ATP switch
Yes
Release ATP switch No
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4WD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ONEDS002HN
SYMPTOM:
4WD warning lamp does not turn ON when turning ignition switch to “ON”.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
2. Connect transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Check voltage between transfer control unit harness connector terminals and ground.
4. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
5. Check voltage between transfer control unit harness connector terminals and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

10A fuses No. 26 located in fuse and fusible link box and No. 59 located in the fuse and relay
box. Refer to PG-4, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .

20A fuse No. 53 located in the IPDM E/R. Refer to PG-4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIR-
CUIT" .

Harness for short or open between battery and transfer control unit harness connector termi-
nals 47.

Harness for short or open between battery and transfer control unit harness connector terminal
29.

Harness for short or open between battery and transfer shut off relay harness connector E69
terminal 1, and 3.

Harness for short or open between transfer shut off relay harness connector E69 terminal 2
and transfer control unit harness connector terminal 30.

Harness for short or open between transfer shut off relay harness connector E69 terminal 5
and transfer control unit harness connector terminals 16 and 22.

Battery and ignition switch. Refer to PG-4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .

Transfer shut off relay. Refer to TF-57, "COMPONENT INSPECTION" .
ConnectorTerminal Voltage (Approx.)
E142 16 - Ground
0V
22 - Ground
E143 29 - Ground
30 - Ground
Battery voltage
47 - Ground
WDIA0165E
Connector Terminal Voltage (Approx.)
E142 16 - Ground
Battery voltage
22 - Ground
E143 29 - Ground
30 - Ground
0V
47 - Ground Battery voltage
WDIA0166E