2007 INFINITI QX56 4WD

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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ALL-MODE 4WD Transfer Basic Control
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ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
Hydraulic Control Circuits
TRANSFER MOTOR
• The transfer motor drives the sub-oil pump to provide proper lubrication and oil pressure control when the
vehicle is at standstill, during low-speed operations or is being driven in reverse.
• The main oil pump is operated by the driving force of the mainshaft. In other words, sufficient oil pressure
buildup does not occur when the vehicle is at standstill or during low-speed operations. While the vehicle is
being driven in reverse, the main oil pump rotates in the reverse direction. Therefore the main oil pump does
not discharge oil pressure. During any of the above vehicle operations, the transfer motor drives the sub-oil
pump to compensate for insufficient oil pressure.
• The transfer motor operates as follows.
- The motor relay turns OFF in the 2WD mode.
- The motor relay operates as described in the table below in modes other than the 2WD mode.
Transfer Motor Relay Operation
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4WD shift switch A/T selector lever positionVehicle speed
(VSS)Accelerator pedal positionMotor relay drive
command
2WD — — — OFF

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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*: After 2.5 seconds have elapsed.
• 4WD shift switch, PNP switch, Neutral-4LO switch, vehicle speed sensor and throttle position sensor are
used in conjunction with the transfer motor.
WAIT DETECTION SWITCH
• The wait detection switch operates when there is “circulating” torque produced in the propeller shaft (L→H)
or when there is a phase difference between 2-4 sleeve and clutch drum (H→L). After the release of the “cir-
culating” torque, the wait detection switch helps provide the 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) shifts. A difference
may occur between the operation of the 4WD shift switch and actual drive mode. At this point, the wait
detection switch senses an actual drive mode.
• The wait detection switch operates as follows.
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) locked: ON
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) released: OFF
• The wait detection switch senses an actual drive mode and the 4WD shift indicator lamp indicates the vehi-
cle drive mode.
NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
The neutral-4LO switch detects that transfer gear is in neutral or 4LO (or shifting from neutral to 4LO) condi-
tion by L-H shift fork position.
AT P S W I T C H
ATP switch detects if transfer gear is in a neutral condition by L-H shift fork position.
NOTE:
Transfer gear may be in a neutral condition in 4H-4LO.
2-4WD SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE
The 2-4WD shift solenoid valve operates to apply oil pressure to the wet-multiplate clutch, depending on the
drive mode. The driving force is transmitted to the front wheels through the clutch so the vehicle is set in the
4WD mode. Setting the vehicle in the 2WD mode requires no pressure buildup. In other words, pressure force
applied to the wet-multiplate clutch becomes zero.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE
The clutch pressure solenoid valve distributes torque (front and rear) in AUTO mode.
4H (LOCK) and 4LO“N” position 0 — ON
“P” position 00 - 0.07/8 OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD
1/8 - MAX ON
Other than “R” position0 < VSS ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55
km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
“R” position — — ON
“R” position — — ON
AUTO“P” or “N” position00 - 0.07/8 OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD
1/8 - MAX ON
0 < VSS ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55
km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
Other than “R”, "P" and "N"
position0 < VSS ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55
km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF 4WD shift switch A/T selector lever positionVehicle speed
(VSS)Accelerator pedal positionMotor relay drive
command

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ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
LINE PRESSURE SWITCH
• With the transfer system design, control of the oil pressure provides the transmission of drive torque to the
front wheels. The main pressure to control the oil pressure is referred to as the line pressure.
• The line pressure switch determines whether or not adequate line pressure has built up under different oper-
ating conditions.
• The line pressure switch turns ON when line pressure is produced.
• The line pressure switch senses line pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH
• The clutch pressure switch determines whether or not adequate clutch pressure has built up under different
operating conditions.
• The clutch pressure switch turns ON when clutch pressure is produced.
• The clutch pressure switch senses clutch pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The transfer temperature sensor detects the transfer fluid temperature and sends a signal to the transfer con-
trol unit.
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
• Transfer control unit controls transfer control device by input signals of each sensor and each switch.
• Self-diagnosis can be done.
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
The transfer control device changes the state of transfer assembly between 2WD, AUTO, 4H⇔4LO with the
2WD, AUTO, 4H and 4LO signals of 4WD shift switch.
NOTE:
• To shift between 4H⇔4LO, stop the vehicle, depress the brake pedal and shift the transmission selector to
the "N" position. Depress and turn the 4WD shift switch. The shift switch will not shift to the desired mode if
the transmission is not in "N" or the vehicle is moving. The 4LO indicator lamp will be lit when the 4LO is
engaged.
• Actuator motor and actuator position switch are integrated.
4WD SHIFT SWITCH AND INDICATOR LAMP
4WD Shift Switch
The 4WD shift switch allows selection from 2WD, AUTO, 4H or 4LO.
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp
• Displays driving conditions selected by 4WD shift switch with 2WD, AUTO and 4H indicators while engine is
running. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, all 4WD shift indicator lamps are turned off.)
• Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.
4LO Indicator Lamp
• Displays 4LO condition while engine is running. 4LO indicator lamp flashes if transfer gear does not shift
completely under 2WD, AUTO, 4H⇔4LO. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, 4LO indicator lamp is
turned off.)
• Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.
4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns ON or FLASH when there is a malfunction in 4WD system.
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF for approximately 1
second after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD Warning Lamp Indication
Condition Content 4WD warning lamp
During self-diagnosis Indicates the malfunction position by number of flickers. Flickers at malfunction mode.
Lamp check*Checks the lamp by turning ON during engine starting. After
engine starts, it turns OFF if there are no malfunctions.ON
Malfunction in 4WD system*Turns ON to indicate malfunction. When ignition switch is
turned to “OFF” or the malfunction is corrected, it turns OFF.ON
When vehicle is driven with different
diameters of front and rear tiresFlickers once every 2 seconds.
Turns OFF when ignition switch is “OFF”.Flickers once every 2 sec-
onds.

ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
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*: When 4WD warning lamp is ON, all the 4WD shift indicator lamps turn OFF.
ATP WARNING LAMP
Even if A/T selector lever is in “P” position, vehicle may move because A/T parking mechanism does not oper-
ate when transfer is under neutral condition. ATP warning lamp is turned on so as to indicate this condition to
the driver.
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COMPONENTS FUNCTION
High fluid temperature in transfer unitWhen fluid temperature is high or fluid temperature sensor cir-
cuit is shorted, it flickers twice every second.
It turns OFF when fluid temperature becomes normal.Flickers twice a second.
Other than above (System is normal.) Lamp is OFF. OFFCondition Content 4WD warning lamp
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Component parts Function
Transfer control unit Controls transfer control device and control valves.
Transfer control device Actuator motor and actuator position switch are integrated so as to switch driving types.
2-4WD shift solenoid valve Controls oil pressure and allows selection between 2WD and 4WD.
Clutch pressure solenoid valve Controls oil pressure and distributes torque (front and rear).
Line pressure switch Detects line pressure.
Clutch pressure switch Detects clutch pressure.
Transfer fluid temperature sen-
sorDetects transfer fluid temperature.
Wait detection switch Detects whether or not 4WD lock gear is locked.
Neutral-4LO switch Detects that transfer is under neutral-4LO condition (or shifting through neutral).
ATP switch Detects that transfer is under neutral condition.
4WD shift switch Allows selection from 2WD, AUTO, 4H or 4LO.
4WD warning lamp• Illuminates if malfunction is detected in electrical system of 4WD system.
• There is 1 blink every 2 seconds if rotation difference of front wheels and rear wheels is large.
• There is 2 blinks every 1 second if high transfer fluid temperature is detected.
AT P w a r n i n g l a m pIndicates that A/T parking mechanism does not operate when A/T selector lever is in “P” position and
transfer is under neutral condition.
4WD shift indicator lamp Displays driving condition selected by 4WD shift switch.
4LO indicator lamp Displays 4LO condition.

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ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM
CAN Communication
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Refer to LAN-4.
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit)Transmits vehicle speed signal via CAN communication to transfer control unit.
TCMTransmits the following signals via CAN communication to transfer control unit.
• Output shaft revolution signal
• A/T position indicator signal (PNP switch signal)
ECMTransmits the following signals via CAN communication to transfer control unit.
• Engine speed signal
• Accelerator pedal position signal Component parts Function

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
• The purpose of the test is to determine overall performance of
transfer and analyze causes of problems.
• When a malfunction is found in any part of transfer, perform the
road test to locate the malfunction area and repair the malfunction
parts.
• The road test consists of the following three parts.
- Check before engine is started. Refer to "CHECK BEFORE
ENGINE IS STARTED".
- Check at idle. Refer to "CHECK AT IDLE" .
- Cruise test. Refer to "CRUISE TEST".
CHECK BEFORE ENGINE IS STARTED
1.CHECK 4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on flat surface.
2. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
3. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
4. Set 4WD shift switch to “2WD” position.
5. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position. (Do not start engine.)
Does 4WD shift indicator lamp turn ON for approximately 1 second?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Go to TF-107, "
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp or 4LO Indicator Lamp Does Not Change".
2.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP
1. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
2. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
3. Set 4WD shift switch to “2WD” position.
4. Turn ignition switch to “ON” position. (Do not start engine.)
Does 4WD warning lamp turn ON?
YES >> GO TO "CHECK AT IDLE".
NO >> GO TO TF-104, "
4WD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON".
CHECK AT IDLE
1.CHECK 4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on flat surface and engage the parking brake.
2. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
3. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
4. Set 4WD shift switch to “2WD” position.
5. Start engine.
Does 4WD shift indicator lamp turn ON?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP
Check 4WD warning lamp state?
Is 4WD warning lamp turned ON?
YES >> Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-48, "Self-Diagnosis Procedure" or TF-48, "Self-Diagnosis
Procedure".
NO >> Go to TF-102, "
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp and 4LO Indicator Lamp Do Not Turn ON".
3.CHECK 4WD SHIFT INDICATOR AND 4LO INDICATOR OPERATION
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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1. Brake pedal depressed.
2. Move A/T selector lever to “N” position.
3. Set 4WD shift switch to “2WD”, “AUTO”, “4H”, “4LO”, “4H”,
“AUTO” and “2WD” in order. (Stay at each switch position for at
least 1 second.)
Do 4WD shift indicator and 4LO indicator lamps change properly?
Does buzzer sound?
YES >> GO TO "CRUISE TEST".
NO >> GO TO TF-107, "
4WD Shift Indicator Lamp or 4LO Indi-
cator Lamp Does Not Change" .
CRUISE TEST
1.CHECK INPUT SIGNAL
1. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Park vehicle on flat surface.
3. Move A/T selector lever to “P” position.
4. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
5. Start engine.
6. Drive vehicle for at least 30 seconds at a speed higher than 20 km/h (12 MPH).
Check 4WD warning lamp turned ON?
On steady>>Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-48, "Self-Diagnosis Procedure" or TF-48, "Self-Diagno-
sis Procedure".
Flash rapidly>>GO TO T F - 111 , "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly" .
Flash slowly>>GO TO TF-112, "
4WD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (1)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “AUTO” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> GO TO TF-113, "Heavy Tight-corner Braking Symptom Occurs".
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (2)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to “4HI” position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO TF-114, "
4WD System Does Not Operate" .
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