2007 INFINITI M35 B engine

BRC-4
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
PRECAUTIONS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Precautions for Brake ControlNFS000Q1

Just after starting vehicle after ignition switch ON, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noise may
be heard from engine compartment. This is normal condition.

When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from cus-
tomer (what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting
diagnostic servicing. Besides electrical system inspection, check brake booster operation, brake fluid
level, and oil leaks.

If tire size and type are used in an improper combination, or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts,
stopping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.

ABS might be out of order or malfunctions by putting a radio (wiring inclusive), an antenna and a lead-in
wire near the control unit.

If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness
pinches, open circuits, and improper wiring.

VDC system may not operate normally or a VDC OFF indicator lamp or SLIP indicator lamp may light.
–When replacing the following parts with parts other than genuine parts or making modifications: Suspen-
sion-related parts (shock absorber, spring, bushing, etc.), tires, wheels (other than specified sizes), brake-
related parts (pad, rotor, caliper, etc.), engine-related parts (muffler, ECM, etc.) and body reinforcement-
related parts (roll bar, tower bar, etc.).
–When driving with worn or deteriorated suspension, tires and brake-related parts.

BRC-8
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
TCS

Traction Control System is a function that electronically controls engine torque, brake fluid pressure and
A/T gear position to ensure the optimum slippage ratio at drive wheels by computing wheel speed signals
from 4 wheel sensors. When ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) detects a spin at drive wheels
(rear wheels), it compares wheel speed signals from all 4 wheels. At this time, LH and RH rear brake fluid
pressure are controlled, while fuel being cut to engine and throttle valve being closed to reduce engine
torque by the control unit. Further more, throttle position is continuously controlled to ensure the optimum
engine torque at all times.

During TCS operation, it informs driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.

Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-II is available.
VDC

Vehicle Dynamics Control system detects driver's steering operation amount and brake pedal travel from
steering angle sensor and pressure sensor. Using information from yaw rate/side G sensor and wheel
sensor, VDC judges driving condition (conditions of under steer and over steer) to improve vehicle driving
stability by controlling brake application to 4 wheels and engine output.

During VDC operation, it informs driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.

Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-II is available.
ECD
Receives deceleration degree commandment value signal from ICC sensor integrated unit, and controls brake
fluid pressure with the motor [built-in ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)].
Operation That Is Not "System Error" NFS000Q7
ABS

When starting engine or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or the motor operating sound
may be heard from engine room. This is a normal states of the operation check.

During ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical sound may be heard. This is normal.

Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel,
or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
TCS

Depending on road circumstances, driver may have a sluggish feel. This is normal, because optimum
traction has highest priority under TCS operation.

When vehicle is passing through a road where surface friction varies, downshifting or depressing acceler-
ator pedal fully may activate TCS temporarily.
VDC

During VDC operation, body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and mechanical sounds may be heard. This is
normal.

If vehicle is rotated on turn table, or rolled and rocked on ship, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator
lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on. In this case, start engine on normal road again. If ABS warn-
ing lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off after restart, it is normal.

When starting TCS or VDC under rapid acceleration or hard turn, operating sound by brake pedal is gen-
erated. However, this is not malfunction. This is because TCS and VDC are functioning normally.

VDC may not operate normally or ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp
may turn on when driving special roads with extremely steep slant (banks on circuit road and so on.) How-
ever, it is not malfunction when returning to a normal state after restarting the engine. In that case, be sure
to erase the memory of self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-24, "
ERASE MEMORY" .

Yaw rate /side G sensor malfunction may occur under hard turn like spin turn, rapid acceleration turn, drift
run, etc., when VDC function is OFF (VDC OFF switch is turned on). It is not malfunction if it is possible to
return to a normal position after restarting engine. Then erase the memory of self-diagnosis. Refer to
BRC-24, "
ERASE MEMORY" .

VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may simultaneously turn on when low tire pressure
warning lamp turns on. This is not a VDC system error but results from characteristic change of tires.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-21
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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BRC
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardNFS000RH
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-II
CAUTION:
The display shows ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) calculation data, so a normal value
might be displayed even in the event the output circuit (harness) is open or short-circuited.
Monitor item Display contentData monitor
ConditionReference value in nor-
mal operation
FR LH SENSOR
FR RH SENSOR
RR LH SENSOR
RR RH SENSORWheel speedVehicle stopped 0 [km/h (MPH)]
Vehicle running (Note 1)Nearly matches the
speedometer display
(± 10 % or less)
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operationWhen brake pedal is depressed ON
When brake pedal is not depressed OFF
BATTERY VOLTBattery voltage supplied to the ABS
actuator and electric unit (control unit)Ignition switch ON 10 – 16 V
GEAR Gear position determined by TCM1st gear
2nd gear
3rd gear
4th gear
5th gear1
2
3
4
5
SLCT LVR POSI A/T select lever positionP position
R position
N position
D positionP
R
N
D
OFF SW VDC OFF switchVDC OFF switch :ON
(When VDC OFF indicator lamp is ON)ON
VDC OFF switch :OFF
(When VDC OFF indicator lamp is OFF)OFF
YAW RATE SENYaw rate detected by yaw rate/side G
sensorWhen vehicle stop Approx. 0 d/s
When vehicle turning (–75 to 75 d/s)
4WD MODE MON
(Note 2)AWD activated Engine running AUTO
ACCEL POS SIG Throttle actuator opening/closing is dis-
played (linked with accelerator pedal)Accelerator pedal not depressed
(Engine stopped)0 %
Depress accelerator pedal
(Engine stopped)0 - 100 %
SIDE G-SENSOR Transverse G detected by side G sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2
Vehicle turning rightNegative value
(m/s2 )
Vehicle turning leftPositive value
(m/s
2 )
STR ANGLE SIGSteering angle detected by steering
angle sensorStraight-ahead Approx. 0°
Steering wheel turned –720 to 720°
PRESS SENSORBrake fluid pressure detected by pres-
sure sensorWith ignition switch turned ON and brake
pedal releasedApprox. 0 bar
With ignition switch turned ON and brake
pedal depressed–40 to 300 bar
ENGINE RPM Engine speedWith engine stopped 0 rpm
Engine runningAlmost in accordance
with tachometer display

BRC-24
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Self-DiagnosisNFS000QG
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Perform “CONSULT-II Starting Procedure”. Refer to GI-38, "
CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
5. After stopping vehicle, with the engine running, touch “ABS”, “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” in order on the
CONSULT-II screen.
CAUTION:
If “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on the
ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the “SELECT SYSTEM” screen. In this case,
repeat the operation from step 1.
6. The self-diagnostic results are displayed. (Touch “PRINT” to print out self-diagnostic results, if necessary.)

Check ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp if “NO FAILURE” is dis-
played. Refer to BRC-50, "
Warning Lamp and Indicator Lamp Circuit" .
7. Perform the appropriate inspection from display item list, and repair or replace the malfunctioning compo-
nent.Refer to BRC-25, "
DISPLAY ITEM LIST" .
8. Start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
CAUTION:
When the wheel sensor malfunctions, after inspecting the wheel sensor system, the ABS warning
lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and brake warning lamp will not turn off even
when the system is normal unless the vehicle is driving at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or
more for approximately 1 minute.
ERASE MEMORY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Start engine and touch “ABS”, “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”, “ERASE MEMORY” in order on the CONSULT-II
screen to erase the diagnostic memory.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-39, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
CAUTION:
If the diagnostic memory is not erased, re-perform the operation from step 4.
3. Perform self-diagnosis again, and make sure that diagnostic memory is erased.
4. Drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute as the final inspection, and make
sure that the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and brake warning lamp
turn off.
NOTE:

Brake warning lamp will turn on in case of parking brake operation (when switch is ON) or of brake fluid
level switch operation (when brake fluid is insufficient).

VDC OFF switch should not stay "ON" position.

BRC-26
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
C1120 FR LH IN ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the front left inlet sole-
noid circuit.
BRC-39, "
Sole-
noid, VDC
Change-Over
Valve and Actua-
tor Relay Circuit"
C1121 FR LH OUT ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the front left outlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1122 FR RH IN ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the front right inlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1123 FR RH OUT ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the front right outlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1124 RR LH IN ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the rear left inlet solenoid
circuit.
C1125 RR LH OUT ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the rear left outlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1126 RR RH IN ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the rear right inlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1127 RR RH OUT ABS SOLWhen the control unit detects a malfunction in the rear right outlet sole-
noid circuit.
C1130 ENGINE SIGNAL 1
Major engine components are malfunctioning.BRC-36, "
Engine
System"
C1131 ENGINE SIGNAL 2
C1132 ENGINE SIGNAL 3
C1133 ENGINE SIGNAL 4
C1136 ENGINE SIGNAL 6
C1137 RAS CIRCUIT When RAS control unit is malfunctioning.BRC-47, "
RAS
Control Unit Cir-
cuit (With RAS)"
C1142 PRESS SEN CIRCUIT Pressure sensor signal line is open or shorted, or pressure sensor is
malfunctioning.BRC-40, "
Pres-
sure Sensor Cir-
cuit"
C1143 ST ANG SEN CIRCUIT Neutral position of steering angle sensor is dislocated, or the steering
angle sensor is malfunctioning.BRC-41, "
St e e r -
ing Angle Sensor
Circuit"
C1144 ST ANG SEN SIGNAL Neutral position correction of steering angle sensor is not finished.BRC-6, "
Adjust-
ment of Steering
Angle Sensor
Neutral Position"
C1145 YAW RATE SENSOR Yaw rate sensor is malfunctioning, or the yaw rate sensor signal line is
open or shorted.BRC-44, "Ya w
Rate/Side G
Sensor Circuit"C1146 SIDE G-SEN CIRCUITSide G sensor is malfunctioning, or circuit of side G sensor is open or
shorted.
C1147 USV LINE [FL-RR]VDC switch-over solenoid valve (USV1) on the primary side is open cir-
cuit or shorted, or the control line is open or shorted to the power supply
or the ground.
BRC-39, "
Sole-
noid, VDC
Change-Over
Valve and Actua-
tor Relay Circuit"
C1148 USV LINE [FR-RL]VDC switch-over solenoid valve (USV2) on the secondary side is open
circuit or shorted, or the control line is open or shorted to the power
supply or the ground.
C1149 HSV LINE [FL-RR]VDC switch-over solenoid valve (HSV1) on the primary side is open cir-
cuit or shorted, or the control line is open or shorted to the power supply
or the ground.
C1150 HSV LINE [FR-RL]VDC switch-over solenoid valve (HSV2) on the secondary side is open
circuit or shorted, or the control line is open or shorted to the power
supply or the ground.
C1153 EMERGENCY BRAKEWhen ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) is malfunctioning.
(Pressure increase is too much or too little)BRC-36, "
ABS
Actuator and
Electric Unit
(Control Unit)"
Code Display item Malfunction detecting condition Check item

BRC-28
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Data MonitorNFS000QH
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. After ignition switch OFF, perform “CONSULT-II Starting Procedure”. Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start
Procedure" .
2. Touch “ABS”, “DATA MONITOR” in order on CONSULT-II screen.
CAUTION:
When “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on
the ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the “SYSTEM SELECTION” screen. In this
case, repeat the operation from step 1.
3. At the monitor item selection screen, touch one of the items “ECU INPUT SIGNALS”, “MAIN SIGNALS” or
“SELECTION FROM MENU”.
4. Touch “START” to proceed to the data monitor screen.
DISPLAY ITEM LIST
Item
(Unit)Data monitor item selection
Display content
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
FR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]×××
Wheel speed FR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]×××
RR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]×××
RR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]×××
STOP LAMP SW
(ON/OFF)×××Brake pedal operation
BATTERY VOLT
(V)×××Battery voltage supplied to the ABS actuator and elec-
tric unit (control unit)
GEAR×××Gear position determined by TCM
SLCT LVR POSI×××A/T select lever position
OFF SW
(ON/OFF)×××VDC OFF switch
ACCEL POS SIG
(%)×—×Throttle actuator opening/closing is displayed
(Linked with accelerator pedal)
SIDE G-SENSOR
(m/s
2 )×—×Transverse G detected by side G sensor
STR ANGLE SIG
(°)×—×Steering angle detected by steering angle sensor
PRESS SENSOR
(bar)×—×Brake fluid pressure detected by pressure sensor
ENGINE RPM
(rpm)×—×With engine running
YAW RATE SEN
(d/s)×××Yaw rate detected by yaw rate/side G sensor
FLUID LEV SW
(ON/OFF)×—×Brake fluid level switch
PARK BRAKE SW
(ON/OFF)×—×Parking brake switch
4WD MODE MON
(Note)×××AW D a ctiv ate d

BRC-32
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisNFS000QJ
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read General Information (GI) to confirm general precautions. Refer
to GI-4, "
General Precautions" .

If steering angle sensor, steering system parts, suspension system parts, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) or tires have been replaced, or if wheel alignment has been adjusted, be sure to adjust neu-
tral position of steering angle sensor before driving. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sen-
sor Neutral Position" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-24, "ERASE MEMORY" .

When checking continuity and voltage between unit, be sure to check for disconnection, looseness, bend,
or collapse of connector terminals. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace connector terminals.

For intermittent symptoms, possible cause is malfunction in harness, harness connector, or terminals.
Move harness, harness connector, and terminals to check for poor connections.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

The following symptoms may be caused by normal operations.
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation soundThis is sound of motor inside VDC actuator. Slight sound may occur
during VDC, TCS, and ABS operation.
Normal
Just after engine starts, the motor operating sound may be heard.
This is a normal condition of the system operation check.
System operation check soundWhen engine starts, slight “click” sound may be heard from engine
room. This is normal and is part of system operation check.Normal
VDC/TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp ON)TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving
over location where friction varies, when downshifting, or when fully
depressing accelerator pedal.Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the inspec-
tion on a chassis dyna-
mometer. When checking speed meter etc. With a 2-wheel-drive chassis dyna-
mometer, vehicle speed is not increased by pressing down on the
accelerator.
ABS operation
(Longer stopping distance)On roads with low friction, such as snowy roads or gravel roads, vehi-
cles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. Therefore,
when driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed
sufficiently low.Normal
Insufficient feeling of accelerationDepending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of acceler-
ation is insufficient. This is because traction control, which controls
engine and brakes to achieve optimal traction, has the highest priority
(for safety). As a result, there may be times when acceleration is
slightly less than usual for the same accelerator pedal operation.Normal

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-33
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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BRC
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Basic InspectionNFS000QK
BASIC INSPECTION 1: BRAKE FLUID LEVEL, LEAK INSPECTION AND BRAKE PAD
1. Check fluid level in brake reservoir tank. If fluid level is low, refill brake fluid. Refer to BR-9, "CHECKING
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL" .
2. Check for leakage in brake tubes or hoses and around ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). If
there is leaking or seeping fluid, check the following items.

If the brake tube connections at ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) are loose, tighten flare nuts
to the specified torque. Then inspect again and confirm that there is no leakage.

If flare nuts or screws of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) are damaged and loose, replace
damaged parts. Then inspect again and confirm that there is no leakage.

If there is leakage at any location other than ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connections,
wipe away leakage with clean cloth. Then inspect again and confirm that there is no leakage.

If there is leakage from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), wipe away leakage with clean cloth.
Then inspect again. If there is still leakage, replace ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
CAUTION:
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot be disassembled.
3. Check brake disc rotor and pads.

Front disc rotor: Refer to BR-27, "DISC ROTOR INSPECTION" .

Front brake pad: Refer to BR-22, "PAD WEAR INSPECTION" .

Rear disc rotor: Refer to BR-33, "DISC ROTOR INSPECTION" .

Rear brake pad: Refer to BR-28, "PAD WEAR INSPECTION" .
BASIC INSPECTION 2: LOOSENESS OF POWER SYSTEM TERMINALS AND BATTERY
Check battery for looseness on battery positive/negative terminals and ground connection. Also make sure
battery voltage does not drop and alternator is normal.
BASIC INSPECTION 3: ABS WARNING LAMP, BRAKE WARNING LAMP, VDC OFF INDICATOR
LAMP AND SLIP INDICATOR LAMP
ON and OFF Timing for Warning Lamp and Indicator Lamp
×: ON –: OFF
Note1: Brake warning lamp will turn on in case of parking brake operation (when switch is ON) or of brake fluid level switch operation
(when brake fluid is insufficient).
Note2: After starting engine, brake warning lamp is turned off.
Check the following items when unsuitable for an above condition.

ABS warning lamp: BRC-48, "CAN Communication Circuit" .

Brake warning lamp: BRC-48, "CAN Communication Circuit" , BRC-46, "Brake Fluid Level Switch Circuit"
, BRC-50, "Parking Brake Switch Circuit" .

VDC OFF indicator lamp: BRC-48, "CAN Communication Circuit" , BRC-49, "VDC OFF Switch Circuit" .

SLIP indicator lamp: BRC-48, "CAN Communication Circuit" .
If malfunction is not found, refer to BRC-50, "
Warning Lamp and Indicator Lamp Circuit" .
Condition ABS warning lampVDC OFF
indicator lampSLIP indicator lampBrake warning lamp
(Note1)
Ignition switch OFF – – – –
For 1 second after turning ON ignition
switch××××
(Note 2)
1 second later after turning ON ignition
switch–––×
(Note 2)
VDC OFF switch turned ON.
(VDC function is OFF.)–×––
VDC/TCS function is malfunctioning. –××–
ABS function is malfunctioning.×××–
EBD function is malfunctioning.××××