2007 INFINITI M35 power steering

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System DescriptionNIS0025R

The system automatically moves the driver seat, steering and door mirror position by the driver seat con-
trol unit and the automatic drive positioner control unit. The driver seat control unit corresponds with the
automatic drive positioner control unit via UART communication. The driver seat control unit can store the
optimum driving positions (driver seat, steering and door mirror position) for 2 people. If the driver
changes, one-touch operation allows changing to the other driving position.

The driver seat, steering and door mirror position are adjusted automatically to the proper positions for the
driver in different ways: MEMORY OPERATION, EXITING OPERATION, ENTRY OPERATION and
INTELLIGENT KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION.
MANUAL OPERATION
The driving position (seat, steering and door mirror position) can be adjusted with the power seat switch, ADP
steering switch and door mirror control switch.
NOTE:
The door mirrors can be manually operated with the ignition switch in either ACC or ON.
MEMORY OPERATION
The driver seat control unit can store the optimum driving positions (seat, steering and door mirror position) for
2 people. If the front seat position is changed, one-touch (pressing desired memory switch for more than 0.5
second) operation allows changing to the other driving position.
Operation procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Press desired memory switch for 0.5 second. (Indicator LED illuminates.)
3. Driver seat, steering and door mirror will move to the memorized position.
(Indicator LED blinks during adjustment, then illuminates for 5 seconds.)
Operation Condition
If the following conditions are not satisfied, memory switch operation is not performed.

Ignition switch is in ON position.

Driver side power seat switch, ADP steering switch and door mirror control switch are not operated.

Seat memory switch and set switch are not operated.

Output malfunction is not detected.

CAN and UART communications are normal.

A/T selector lever position is in P position.

Detention switch malfunction is not detected.
[Detention switch malfunction is sensed when detention switch remains OFF, vehicle speed is higher than
7 km/H. (4 MPH).]

Input voltage from tilt sensor and telescopic sensor are normal.
NOTE:
The memory operation operates following order.
Function Description
Manual operationThe driving position (seat, steering and door mirror position) can be adjusted with
the power seat switch ADP steering switch or door mirror control switch.
Auto-
matic
operationMemory operation The seat, steering and door mirror move to the stored driving position by pushing
seat memory switch (1 or 2).
Entry/
Exiting
functionExiting operation At exit, the seat moves backward and the steering wheel moves upward.
Entry operationAt entry, the seat and steering wheel returns from exiting position to the previous
driving position before the exiting operation.
Intelligent Key interlock operationPerform memory operation, exiting operation and entry operation by pressing Intel-
ligent Key unlock button.

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EXITING OPERATION
When exiting, when the condition is satisfied, the seat is moved backward 40 mm (1.57 in) from normal sitting
position and the steering is moved to the most upper position and front position.
The seat slide amount and the steering operation at entry/exit operation can be changed by set switch, CON-
SULT-II and display (located in the instrument panel). Refer to SE-16, "
SETTING CHANGE FUNCTION" .
Operation Condition

Ignition switch: OFF / Driver side door switch: ON (OPEN)
If the following conditions are not satisfied, exiting operation is not performed.

Ignition switch is in OFF position.

A/T selector lever position is in P position.

Vehicle speed is less than 7 km/h. (4 MPH).

Driver side power seat switch and ADP steering switch are not operated.

Seat memory switch and set switch is not operated.

Door mirror control switch is not operated at change over switch is in LH or RH position.

Output malfunction is not detected.

Detention switch malfunction is not detected.
[Detention switch malfunction is sensed when detention switch remains OFF and vehicle speed is higher
than 7 km/h. (4 MPH).]

CAN communications are normal.

Initialization has been done. Refer to SE-16, "INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE" .
ENTRY OPERATION
When the seat is in the exiting position when either condition (1 or 2) is satisfied, the seat returns from exiting
position to the previous driving position.
Operation Condition
1. Ignition switch: ON
2. Ignition switch: ACC / Driver side door switch: OFF (CLOSE)
If the following conditions are not satisfied, entry operation is not performed.

Ignition switch is in OFF position.

A/T selector lever position is in P position.

Vehicle speed is less than 7 km/h (4 MPH).

Driver side power seat switch, ADP steering switch and door mirror control switch are not operated.

Seat memory switch and set switch is not operated.

Output malfunction is not detected.

Detention switch malfunction is not detected.
[Detention switch malfunction is sensed when detention switch remains OFF and vehicle speed is higher
than 7 km/h (4 MPH).]

CAN communications are normal.

Exiting positions have not been changed during and after exiting operation.

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INTELLIGENT KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION
When pressing unlock button on Intelligent Key or request switch, the system performs memory operation,
exiting operation and entry operation.
Operation procedure
1. Press unlock button on Intelligent Key or request switch.
2. The system performs MEMORY OPERATION, and then performs EXITING OPERATION continually.
NOTE:
If the seat position is in memorized position before push unlock button, MEMORY OPEPATION dose not per-
form.
3. Turn ignition switch ON or close driver side door when ignition switch is in “ACC” position.
4. The system performs ENTRY OPERATION. (Seat and steering positions are moved to memorized posi-
tions. The memorize position is related to key ID.)
Operation Condition
If the following conditions are not satisfied, memory switch operation is not performed.

Ignition switch is in OFF position.

Driver side power seat switch and door mirror control switch are not operated.

Seat memory switch and set switch are not operated.

Output malfunction is not detected.

CAN and UART communications are normal.

A/T selector lever position is in P position.

Detention position switch malfunction is not detected.
[Detention position switch malfunction is sensed when detention switch remains OFF and vehicle speed is
higher than 7 km/h (4 MPH).]
Linking Intelligent Key to the Stored Memory Procedure
NOTE:

If ignition switch turns ON in the middle of memory operation, the system does not perform exiting opera-
tion after memory operation.

If ignition switch turns ON in the middle of exiting operation, entry operation starts at that time.

If entry / exiting operation is cancelled, perform memory operation only.
FAIL-SAFE MODE
If any of the parts move more than a period “T” without any switch operation, MEMORY OPERATION, EXIT-
ING OPERATION, ENTRY OPERATION, INTELLIGENT KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION and the malfunction
part of manual operations are not operated (output malfunction).
Canceling Fail-safe Mode
The mode is cancelled by either of the following operations.

When the selector lever is shifted to P position from any other position (detention switch is turned OFF).
Operated portion T
Seat slidingApprox. 0.1 sec.
Seat recliningApprox. 0.1 sec.
Seat lifter (front)Approx. 0.1 sec.
Seat lifter (rear)Approx. 0.1 sec.
Steering tiltApprox. 0.1 sec.

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STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ............................................ 3
Components ............................................................. 3
Components (Models with Rear Active Steer) ......... 3
Electronically Controlled Power Steering System
Function ................................................................... 3
Fail-Safe Function .................................................... 4
FAIL-SAFE INPUT/CANCEL CONDITIONS ......... 4
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS .............................................. 5
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis .......................... 5
BASIC CONCEPT ................................................. 5
Component Parts Location ....................................... 5
Wiring Diagram — EPS — ....................................... 6
Control Unit Input/Output Signal Standard ............... 8
STANDARD BY CIRCUIT TESTER AND OSCIL-
LOSCOPE ............................................................. 8
For Fast and Accurate Trouble Diagnosis ................ 9
Basic Inspection ....................................................... 9
POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT TERMINAL LOOSE-
NESS AND BATTERY .......................................... 9
Inspection: Power Steering Control Unit Power Sup-
ply Circuit and Ground ............................................. 9
Symptom: The Steering Force Does Not Change
Smoothly According to the Vehicle Speed ............. 10
RAS
REAR ACTIVE STEER ............................................. 13
Removal and Installation ........................................ 13
COMPONENTS .................................................. 13
REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
Disassembly and Assembly ................................... 14
COMPONENTS .................................................. 14
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 14
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ............... 14
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 14
Neutral Position Adjustment ................................... 14
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .......................................... 16
Components ........................................................... 16RAS (Rear Active Steer) Function .......................... 16
Fail-Safe Function .................................................. 17
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ............................................ 18
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis ......................... 18
BASIC CONCEPT ............................................... 18
Component Parts Location ..................................... 19
Schematic ............................................................... 20
Wiring Diagram — RAS — ..................................... 21
Control Unit Input/Output Signal Standard ............. 26
CIRCUIT TESTER REFERENCE VALUE ........... 26
STANDARD BY CONSULT-II .............................. 27
CONSULT-II Function (RAS/HICAS) ...................... 27
FUNCTION .......................................................... 27
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE ................ 28
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE ............................... 28
DATA MONITOR MODE ...................................... 30
ACTIVE TEST MODE ......................................... 30
RAS CONTROL UNIT PART NUMBER .............. 30
Diagnosis Procedure with Self-Diagnosis Function
(Without CONSULT-II) ............................................ 31
DESCRIPTION .................................................... 31
SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ...................... 31
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY .............................. 31
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY ITEMS .................. 31
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS ................. 31
CAN Communication .............................................. 31
For Fast and Accurate Trouble Diagnosis .............. 32
Basic Inspection ..................................................... 32
BASIC INSPECTION 1: POWER SUPPLY CIR-
CUIT TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY ... 32
BASIC INSPECTION 2: RAS WARNING LAMP
INSPECTION ...................................................... 32
BASIC INSPECTION 3: RAS CONTROL UNIT
POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT INSPECTION ............................................. 32
Trouble Diagnosis Chart ......................................... 33
SELF-DIAGNOSIS .............................................. 33
DIAGNOSIS CHART BY SYMPTOM .................. 34
Inspection 1: RAS Control Unit Malfunction ........... 35
Inspection 2: Motor Power Supply System ............. 35

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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ComponentsNGS000DT
Components (Models with Rear Active Steer)NGS000DU
Electronically Controlled Power Steering System FunctionNGS000DV

Vehicle speed sensing electronically controlled power steering
(that properly controls the steering force by the vehicle speed)
has been adopted. When it is normal, it controls the power
steering solenoid valve according to the vehicle speed as shown
in the figure and makes the steering force proper.

For the models with RAS (Rear Active Steer), RAS control unit
performs the same control as power steering control unit. For
schematic, refer to STC-20, "
Schematic" and trouble diagnosis,
refer to STC-47, "
Diagnosis Chart by Symptom 2" .
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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Fail-Safe FunctionNGS000DW
When the fail-safe function operate, it controls power steering sole-
noid valve by the engine speed as shown in the figure and maintains
the steering force.
FAIL-SAFE INPUT/CANCEL CONDITIONS
CAUTION:
Fail-safe function is activated when the engine runs at 1,500 rpm or higher for 10 seconds with the vehicle stopped. This is
normal and the fail-safe function is automatically deactivated when a vehicle speed signal of 2 km/h (1.2 MPH) or higher is
input or the ignition switch is turned OFF.
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Input conditions Cancel conditions
When vehicle runs at an engine speed of 1,500 rpm or higher and no vehicle speed signal
is received for 10 seconds.

A vehicle speed of 2 km/h (1.2 MPH) or
more is input.

Turn the ignition switch ON after turn-
ing it OFF. The continuous vehicle speed signal 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more suddenly drops to less
than 2 km/h (1.2 MPH) within 1.4 seconds.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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How to Perform Trouble DiagnosisNGS000DX
BASIC CONCEPT

The most important point to perform trouble diagnosis is to understand systems (control and mechanism)
in vehicle thoroughly.

It is also important to clarify customer complaints before inspec-
tion.
First of all, reproduce symptom, and understand it fully.
Ask customer about his/her complaints carefully. In some cases,
they will be necessary to check symptom by driving vehicle with
customer.
CAUTION:
Customers are not professionals. Do not assume “maybe
customer means...” or “maybe customer mentioned this
symptom”.

It is essential to check symptoms right from beginning in order to
repair a malfunction completely.
For an intermittent malfunction, it is important to reproduce
symptom based on interview with customer and past examples.
Do not perform inspection on ad hoc basis. Most intermittent
malfunctions are caused by poor contacts. In this case, it will be
effective to shake suspected harness or connector by hand.
When repairs are performed without any symptom check, no
one can judge if malfunction has actually been eliminated.

Always read “GI General Information” to confirm general precau-
tions. Refer to GI-4, "
General Precautions" .
Component Parts LocationNGS000DY
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1. Power steering control unit
(Back of center console assembly)2. Power steering solenoid valve
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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For Fast and Accurate Trouble DiagnosisNGS000E1
Check the following items with the vehicle stopped

Is air pressure and size of tires proper?

Is the specified part used for the steering wheel?

Is control unit a genuine part?

Are there any fluid leakage from steering gear assembly, power steering oil pump, and hydraulic pipes,
etc? Refer to PS-8, "
Checking Fluid Leakage" .

Is the fluid level proper? Refer to PS-8, "Checking Fluid Level" .

Is the wheel alignment adjusted properly? Refer to FSU-6, "Wheel Alignment Inspection" (2WD), FSU-24,
"Wheel Alignment Inspection" (AWD).

Are there any damage or modification to suspension or body resulting in increased weight or altered
ground clearance?

Check each link installation condition of suspension and axle.

Check each connector connection condition.
Check the following items while driving the vehicle

Check conditions when the malfunction occurred (5W 1H).

Is the engine condition normal?
Basic InspectionNGS000E2
POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY
Check battery terminals for looseness on both positive and negative ones and ground connection. Also make
sure that battery voltage does not drop.
Inspection: Power Steering Control Unit Power Supply Circuit and GroundNGS000E3
1. CHECK POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT CONNECTOR
Turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect power steering control unit harness connector, and check terminal for
deformation, disconnection, looseness, etc.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Connector terminal connection is loose, damaged, open, or shorted. Repair or replace the termi-
nal.
2. CHECK POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT GROUND CIRCUIT
Disconnect power steering control unit harness connector M8, and
then check continuity between power steering control unit harness
connector M8 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Ground circuit open or shorted. Repair or replace any
inoperative parts. Terminal 2 – Ground : Continuity exist.
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