2007 INFINITI M35 slip

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
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[ICC]
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Display Item List
Laser Beam Adjust
For details, refer to ACS-15, "LASER BEAM AIMING ADJUSTMENT" .
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
For details, refer to ACS-40, "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart" .
DATA MONITOR
Operation Procedure
1. Touch “DATA MONITOR” on “SELECT DIAG MODE” screen.
2. Touch any of “MAIN SIGNALS” and “SELECTION FROM
MENU” on selection screen.
3. Touch “START”.
4. Display the data monitor.
5. Touch “COPY” to print data if necessary.
Monitored Item
×: Applicable Cause of cancellation Description
OPERATING WIPER Windshield wipers were operated at HI or LO speed operation.
OPERATING ABS ABS function was operated.
OPERATING TCS TCS function was operated.
OPERATING VDC VDC function was operated.
OPE SW VOLT CIRC Outside the standard control switch input voltage was detected.
ECM CIRCUIT ECM did not permit ICC operation.
LASER SUN BEAM Intense light such as sunlight entered ICC sensor integrated unit light sensing part.
LASER TEMP Temperature around ICC sensor integrated unit became low.
OP SW DOUBLE TOUCH ICC steering switches were pressed at the same time.
WHL SPD ELEC NOISE Wheel speed sensor signal caught electromagnetic noise.
VDC/TCS OFF SW VDC OFF switch was pressed.
WHEEL SPD UNMATCH Wheel speed became different from A/T vehicle speed.
TIRE SLIP Wheel slipped.
IGN LOW VOLT Power supply voltage became low.
SNOW MODE SW Snow mode switch was pressed.
VHCL SPD DOWN Vehicle speed becomes 20 MPH (32 km/h for CANADA models) and under.
VHCL SPD UNMATCH Vehicle speed becomes unusual.
NO RECORD —
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Monitored Item [unit]MAIN
SIGNALSSELEC-
TION FROM
MENUDescription
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]××Indicates vehicle speed calculated from ICC sensor integrated unit through
CAN communication [ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) transmits
vehicle speed signal (wheel speed) through CAN communication].
SET VHCL SPD
[km/h] or [mph]××Indicates set vehicle speed memorized in ICC sensor integrated unit.
THRTL OPENING
[%]××Indicates throttle position read from ICC sensor integrated unit through CAN
communication (ECM transmits accelerator pedal position signal through
CAN communication).

A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
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Lock-up ControlNCS001JU
The torque converter clutch piston in the torque converter is engaged to eliminate torque converter slip to
increase power transmission efficiency.
The torque converter clutch control valve operation is controlled by the torque converter clutch solenoid valve,
which is controlled by a signal from TCM, and the torque converter clutch control valve engages or releases
the torque converter clutch piston.
Lock-up operation condition table
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH CONTROL VALVE CONTROL
Lock-up Control System Diagram
Lock-up Released

In the lock-up released state, the torque converter clutch control valve is set into the unlocked state by the
torque converter clutch solenoid and the lock-up apply pressure is drained.
In this way, the torque converter clutch piston is not coupled.
Lock-up Applied

In the lock-up applied state, the torque converter clutch control valve is set into the locked state by the
torque converter clutch solenoid and lock-up apply pressure is generated.
In this way, the torque converter clutch piston is pressed and coupled.
SMOOTH LOCK-UP CONTROL
When shifting from the lock-up released state to the lock-up applied state, the current output to the torque con-
verter clutch solenoid is controlled with the TCM. In this way, when shifting to the lock-up applied state, the
torque converter clutch is temporarily set to the half-clutched state to reduce the shock.
Half-clutched State

The current output from the TCM to the torque converter clutch solenoid is varied to steadily increase the
torque converter clutch solenoid pressure.
In this way, the lock-up apply pressure gradually rises and while the torque converter clutch piston is put
into half-clutched status, the torque converter clutch piston operating pressure is increased and the cou-
pling is completed smoothly.
Slip Lock-up Control

In the slip region, the torque converter clutch solenoid current is controlled with the TCM to put it into the
half-clutched state. This absorbs the engine torque fluctuation and lock-up operates from low speed.
This raises the fuel efficiency for 3rd, 4th and 5th gears at both low speed and when the accelerator has a
low degree of opening.
Selector lever “D” position “M” position
Gear position 5 4 3 5 4
Lock-up×––××
Slip lock-up×××––
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DTC Inspection Priority ChartNCS001K2
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If DTC “U1000” is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for “DTC U1000 CAN
COMMUNICATION LINE”. Refer to AT- 1 0 5
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Fail-safeNCS001K3
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode makes it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit.
In fail-safe mode, even if the selector lever is “D” or “M” mode, the A/T is fixed in 2nd, 4th and 5th (depending
on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”.
Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under special conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the tire rotation), the A/T can go into fail-safe mode. If
this happens, switch OFF the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it ON again to return to the normal
shift pattern. Therefore, the customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the “WORK
FLOW” (Refer to AT- 4 7
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FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, this function controls the A/T to mark driving possible.
Vehicle Speed Sensor

Signals are input from two systems - from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) installed on the A/
T and from combination meter so normal driving is possible even if there is a malfunction in one of the
systems. And if vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) has unusual cases, 5th gear and manual
mode are prohibited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor

If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor

If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based
on input indicating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre-determined accelerator opening) in order
to make driving possible.
PNP Switch

In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters the TCM, the position indicator is switched OFF, the
starter relay is switched OFF (starter starting is disabled), the back-up lamp relay switched OFF (back-up
lamp is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” position to make driving possible.
Starter Relay

The starter relay is switched OFF. (Starter starting is disabled.)
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN communication line
2 Except above

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DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET
Information from Customer
KEY POINTS

WHAT..... Vehicle and A/T model

WHEN..... Date, Frequencies

WHERE..... Road conditions

HOW..... Operating conditions, Symptoms
Diagnostic Worksheet Chart
Customer name MR/MS Model and Year VIN
Trans. Model Engine Mileage
Malfunction Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
Frequency❏ Continuous❏ Intermittent ( times a day)
Symptoms❏ Vehicle does not move. (❏ Any position❏ Particular position)
❏ No up-shift (❏ 1st → 2nd❏ 2nd → 3rd❏ 3rd → 4th ❏ 4th → 5th)
❏ No down-shift (❏ 5th → 4th ❏ 4th → 3rd❏ 3rd → 2nd❏ 2nd → 1st)
❏ Lock-up malfunction
❏ Shift point too high or too low.
❏ Shift shock or slip (❏ N → D❏ N → R❏ Lock-up❏ Any drive position)
❏ Noise or vibration
❏ No kick down
❏ No pattern select
❏ Others
()
A/T CHECK indicator lamp❏ Continuously lit❏ Not lit
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)❏ Continuously lit❏ Not lit
1❏ Read the item on cautions concerning fail-safe and understand the customer's complaint.AT- 4 4
2❏ A/T fluid inspectionAT- 5 3❏ Leak (Repair leak location.)
❏ State
❏ Amount
3❏ Stall test and line pressure testAT- 5 3
, AT-
55❏ Stall test
❏ Torque converter one-way clutch
❏ Front brake
❏ High and low reverse clutch
❏ Low coast brake
❏ Forward brake
❏ Reverse brake
❏ Forward one-way clutch❏ 1st one-way clutch
❏ 3rd one-way clutch
❏ Engine
❏ Line pressure low
❏ Except for input clutch and direct
clutch, clutches and brakes OK
❏ Line pressure inspection - Suspected part:

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5. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the
accelerator pedal.
6. Quickly read off the stall speed, then quickly remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
7. Move the selector lever to the “N” position.
8. Cool down the ATF.
CAUTION:
Run the engine at idle for at least 1 minute.
9. Repeat steps 5 through 8 with selector lever in “R” position.
Judgement of Stall Test
O: Stall speed within standard value position
H: Stall speed higher than standard value
L: Stall speed lower than standard value
Stall test standard value positionStall speed
VQ35DE models: 2,650 - 2,950 rpm
VK45DE models: 2,260 - 2,560 rpm
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Selector lever position
Possible location of malfunction
“D”, “M” “R”
Stall speed HO

Forward brake

Forward one-way clutch

1st one-way clutch

3rd one-way clutch
OH

Reverse brake
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Engine and torque converter one-way clutch
HH

Line pressure low
Does not shift-up “D” or “M” position 1 → 2 Slipping in 2nd, 3rd or 4th gear Direct clutch slippage
Does not shift-up “D” or “M” position 2 → 3 Slipping in 3rd, 4th or 5th gear High and low reverse clutch slippage
Does not shift-up “D” or “M” position 3 → 4 Slipping in 4th or 5th gear Input clutch slippage
Does not shift-up “D” or “M” position 4 → 5 Slipping in 5th gear Front brake slippage

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Slips/Will
Not
EngageWhen “D” or “M” posi-
tion, remains in 1st
gear.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT- 1 4 0
3. Direct clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 5 5
4. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
5. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle7. 3rd one-way clutchAT- 3 2 5
8. 1st one-way clutchAT- 3 3 3
9. Gear systemAT- 2 8 1
10. Reverse brakeAT- 3 0 1
11. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT-17, "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT-18, "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT-19, "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 3 0 1
12. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT-17,
"Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" , AT-18,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT-19,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 3 0 1
19When “D” or “M” posi-
tion, remains in 2nd
gear.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT- 1 4 0
3. Low coast brake solenoid valveAT- 1 6 3
4. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
5. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle7. 3rd one-way clutchAT- 3 2 5
8. Gear systemAT- 2 8 1
9. Direct clutchAT- 3 4 1
10. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT-17,
"Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" , AT-18,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT-19,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 3 0 1
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Slips/Will
Not
EngageWhen “D” or “M” posi-
tion, remains in 3rd
gear.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT-140
3. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
4. CAN communication lineAT-105
5. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle6. 3rd one-way clutchAT-325
7. Gear systemAT-281
8. High and low reverse clutchAT-339
9. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT- 1 8 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT- 1 9 , "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
10. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT-17,
"Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" , AT- 1 8 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT- 1 9 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
21When “D” or “M” posi-
tion, remains in 4th
gear.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT-140
3. ATF pressure switch 3 and input clutch solenoid valveAT-174,
AT-147
4. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valveAT-176,
AT-155
5. ATF pressure switch 6, high and low reverse clutch sole-
noid valveAT-178,
AT-159
6. Low coast brake solenoid valveAT-163
7. Front brake solenoid valveAT-151
8. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
9. CAN communication lineAT-105
10. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle11. Input clutchAT-32712. Gear systemAT-281
13. High and low reverse clutchAT-339
14. Direct clutchAT-341
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Slips/Will
Not
EngageWhen “D” or “M” posi-
tion, remains in 5th
gear.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT- 1 4 0

3. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valveAT- 1 7 2
,
AT- 1 5 1
4. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
5. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle7. Front brake (brake band)AT- 3 0 18. Input clutchAT- 3 2 7
9. Gear systemAT- 2 8 1
10. High and low reverse clutchAT- 3 3 9
23Vehicle cannot be
started from D
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Refer to AT-199,
"Vehicle Cannot Be
Started from D1" .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Accelerator pedal position sensorAT- 1 3 2
3. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
4. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
5. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle6. Torque converterAT- 3 0 1
7. Oil pump assemblyAT- 3 2 2
8. 3rd one-way clutchAT- 3 2 5
9. 1st one-way clutch AT- 3 3 3
10. Gear systemAT- 2 8 1
11. Reverse brakeAT- 3 0 1
12. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT-17, "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT-18, "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT-19, "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 3 0 1
13. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT-17,
"Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" , AT-18,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT-19,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 3 0 1
24Does not lock-up.
Refer to AT-209, "A/T
Does Not Lock-up" .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
3. Engine speed signalAT- 1 2 4
4. Turbine revolution sensorAT- 11 7
5. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
6. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
7. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle8. Torque converterAT- 3 0 19. Oil pump assemblyAT- 3 2 2
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