2007 NISSAN 350Z warning

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
BRC-81
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ABS FunctionNFS00040

The Anti-Lock Braking System is a function that detects wheel revolution while braking, and it improves
handling stability during sudden braking by electrically preventing 4 wheel lock. Maneuverability is also
improved for avoiding obstacles.

If the electrical system breaks down, then the Fail-Safe function starts, the ABS becomes inoperative,
and the ABS warning lamp turns on.

Electrical System Diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
EBD FunctionNFS00041

Electronic Brake Distribution is a function that detects subtle slippages between the front and rear wheels
during braking, and it improves handling stability by electronically controlling the Brake Fluid Pressure
which results in reduced rear wheel slippage.

In case of electrical system break down, the Fail-Safe function is activated, the EBD and ABS becomes
inoperative, and the ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp are turned on.

Electrical System Diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
Hydraulic Circuit DiagramNFS00043
CAN CommunicationNFS00044
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only. Refer to LAN-48, "
CAN Sys-
tem Specification Chart" .
SFIA0831E

BRC-82
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISPFP:00004
Fail-Safe FunctionNFS000IK
VDC/TCS SYSTEM
In case of Throttle Control System trouble, the VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are turned
on, and the condition of the vehicle is the same as the condition of vehicles without VDC/TCS equipment. In
case of trouble to the Throttle Control System, the ABS control continues to operate normally without VDC/
TCS control.
CAUTION:
If the Fail-Safe function is activated, then perform the self diagnosis for VDC/TCS/ABS control system.
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In case of the electrical problems with the ABS, the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP
indicator lamp will turn on. In case of the electrical problem with the EBD, brake warning lamp, ABS warning
lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. Simultaneously, the VDC/TCS/ABS
become one of the following conditions of the Fail-Safe function.

For ABS trouble, only the EBD is activated and the condition of the vehicle is the same condition of vehi-
cle without VDC/TCS/ABS equipment.
NOTE:
ABS self diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a normal condition because a self diagnosis for “Ignition
switch ON” and “The first starting” are being performed.

For EBD trouble, the EBD and ABS become inoperative, and the condition of the vehicle is the same as
the condition of vehicles without VDC/TCS/ ABS, EBD equipment.
How to Proceed With DiagnosisNFS00045
BASIC CONCEPT

Most important point to perform 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,
it will be necessary to check symptom by driving vehicle with
customer.
NOTE:
Customers are not professionals. Do not assume “maybe cus-
tomer 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.

After diagnosis, make sure to carry out “erase memory”. Refer to
BRC-96, "
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS" .

For an intermittent malfunction, move harness or harness con-
nector by hand to check poor contact or false open circuit.

Always read “GI General Information” to confirm general precautions. Refer to GI-3, "General Precau-
tions"
SEF234G
SEF233G

BRC-94
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardNFS00049
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-III
CAUTION:
The display shows the 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 values for normal
operation
WHEEL SENSORVehicle speed calculated using
signals from all four wheel sen-
sorsVehicle stopped 0 km/h (0 MPH)
While driving (Note 1)Nearly matches the speed-
ometer display (±10% or
less)
IN ABS S/V
OUT ABS S/VOperation status of all solenoidsWhen the actuator solenoid operates or
during a fail-safeON
When the actuator relay operates and
the actuator solenoid does not operateOFF
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operationBrake pedal depressed ON
Brake pedal not depressed OFF
MOTOR RELAYMotor and motor relay operation
statusWhen the motor relay and motor are
operatingON
When the motor relay and motor are not
operatingOFF
ACTUATOR RLY Actuator relay operation statusWhen the actuator relay is operating OFF
When the actuator relay is not operat-
ingON
ABS WARN LAMPABS warning lamp on condition
(Note 2)ABS warning lamp ON ON
ABS warning lamp OFF OFF
OFF LAMPVDC OFF indicator lamp on con-
dition (Note 3)When the VDC OFF indicator lamp on ON
When the VDC OFF indicator lamp off OFF
OFF SWVDC OFF switch
ON-OFF statusVDC OFF switch ON
(When the VDC OFF indicator lamp on)ON
When VDC OFF switch OFF
(When the VDC OFF indicator lamp off)OFF
SLIP LAMPSLIP indicator lamp on condition
(Note 4)When SLIP indicator lamp is ON ON
When SLIP indicator lamp is OFF OFF
BATTERY VOLTBattery voltage supplied to VDC/
TCS/ABS control unitIgnition switch ON 10 - 16V
GEARDetermined gear shift position
from the A/T PNP switch signalAlways1 (M/T vehicles normally
remain at 1)
POSITIONShift position determined by the
A/T PNP switch signalAlways## (M/T vehicles normally
remain at ##)
YAW RATE SENYaw rate detected by yaw rate
sensorVehicle stopped Approx. 0 d/s
While driving -70 - 70d/s
ACCEL POS SIGThrottle open/close status (linked
to the accelerator pedal)Do not step on the accelerator pedal
(When ignition switch is on)0%
Step on the Brake pedal (When ignition
switch is on)0 to 100%
SIDE G-SENSOR Side G detected by side G sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2
While driving
-24.3 - 24.1 m/s2
ST ANGLE SIGSteering angle detected by steer-
ing angle sensorStraight-ahead condition Approx. 0°
Steering wheel turned -720 - 720°

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-95
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Note 1: Confirm tire pressure is normal.
Note 2: ON/OFF timing of ABS warning lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After turning on the ignition switch or when an error is detected.
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal).
Note 3: ON/OFF timing of VDC OFF indicator lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on, an error is detected, or the VDC OFF switch is on
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal) and the VDC OFF switch is off
Note 4: ON/OFF timing of SLIP indicator lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After turning on the ignition switch or when an error is detected.
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal) and the VDC/TCS function is not operating
Flashing: VDC/TCS function is active during drivingPRESS SENSORBrake fluid pressure detected by
pressure sensorDo not step on the Brake pedal (When
ignition switch is on)Approx. 0 bar
Step on the accelerator pedal
(When ignition switch is on)-40 - 300 bar
ENGINE RPM Engine runningWith engine stopped 0rpm
Engine runningAlmost in accordance with
tachometer display
SNOW MODE SWSnow mode switch
ON/OFF conditionSnow mode switch ON ON
Snow mode switch OFF OFF
CONTROL BOOSTER Boost control statusWhen control booster is operating ON
When control booster is not operating OFF
M MODE A/T manual mode status AlwaysOFF (M/T vehicles normally
remain OFF)
OD OFF SW A/T OD switch status AlwaysOFF (M/T vehicles normally
remain OFF)
PARK BRAKE SW Parking brake statusParking brake depressed ON
Parking brake not depressed OFF
USV
HSVVDC switch-over valve statusDuring actuator change-over valve
operation or during a fail-safeON
When the actuator relay operates and
the actuator change-over valve does
not operateOFF
V/R POWERActuator relay activated
(ON/OFF)When actuator relay is active (engine is
running).ON
When actuator relay is not active
(before engine starts and in fail-safe
mode).OFF
M/R OUTPUTActuator motor and motor relay
status (ON/OFF)When actuator motor and motor relay
are active (“ACTIVE TEST” with CON-
SULT-III).ON
When the actuator motor and motor
relay are not operatingOFF
FLUID LEV SWBrake fluid level sensor ON/OFF
statusWhen brake fluid level sensor is on ON
When the brake fluid level sensor is off OFF
FAIL SIGNAL Fail signal statusDuring VDC fail-safe
During TCS fail-safe
During ABS fail-safe
During EBD fail-safeON Monitor item Display ContentData monitor
ConditionReference values for normal
operation

BRC-96
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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CONSULT-III Functions (ABS)NFS0004A
CONSULT-III MAIN FUNCTION
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
Self-DiagnosisNFS000HK
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Before performing the self-diagnosis, start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for
approximately 1 minute.
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
1. After erasing DTC memory, start engine and 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.
CAUTION:
If memory cannot be erased, perform applicably diagnosis.

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 approxi-
mately 1 minute.

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).
Diagnostic test mode Function Reference
WORK SUPPORTThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more
accurately by following the indications on CONSULT-III.BRC-79, "
Adjustment of
Steering Angle Sensor
Neutral Position"
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.BRC-96, "Self-Diagnosis"
DATA MONITOR Input/Output data in the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit can be read.BRC-99, "Data Monitor"
CAN DIAG SUPPORT
MNTRThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of communication can be read.LAN-44, "CAN Diagnostic
Support Monitor"
ACTIVE TESTDiagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-III drives some actuators apart
from the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and also shifts some parameters in a
specified range.BRC-101, "Active Test"
FUNCTION TESTConducted by CONSULT-III instead of a technician to determine whether
each system is “OK” or “NG”.—
ECU PART NUMBER VDC/TCS/ABS control unit part number can be read. —

BRC-98
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Note 1: After completing repairs of the shorted sensor circuit, when ignition switch is turned ON, ABS warning lamp turns on. Check that
ABS warning lamp turns off while driving the vehicle at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) for approximately 1 minute according to self-
diagnosis procedure. In addition, if wheel sensor 2 is displayed for the wheels, check the wheel sensor circuit and also check the control
unit power voltage.
Note 2: When errors are detected in several systems, including the CAN communication system [U1000], troubleshoot the CAN commu-
nication system.USV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1147]When the primary side VDC change-over valve 1 circuit is open or
short-circuit.
BRC-113, "
Solenoid and
VDC Change-Over Valve
System"
USV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1148]When the secondary side VDC change-over valve 1 circuit is open
or short-circuit.
HSV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1149]When the primary side VDC change-over valve 2 circuit is open or
short-circuit.
HSV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1150]When the secondary side VDC change-over valve 2 circuit is open
or short-circuit.
PRESS SEN CIRCUIT
[C1142]Pressure sensor open-circuit. When a short-circuit is detected. Or,
when a pressure sensor error is detected.BRC-108, "
Pressure Sen-
sor System"
ST ANG SEN CIRCUIT
[C1143]When the steering angle sensor neutral point has deviated. Or,
when a steering angle sensor error is detected.BRC-110, "Steering Angle
Sensor System"
ST ANG SEN SIGNAL
[C1144]Neutral position correction of steering angle sensor is not finished.BRC-79, "Adjustment of
Steering Angle Sensor
Neutral Position"
YAW RATE SENSOR
[C1145]When a yaw rate sensor error is detected. Or, when the yaw rate
sensor circuit is open. When a short-circuit is detected.BRC-111, "Yaw Rate/Side
G Sensor System"
SIDE G - SEN CIRCUIT
[C1146]When there is an error in the side G sensor. Or, when the side G
sensor circuit is open or short-circuited.BRC-111, "Yaw Rate/Side
G Sensor System"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1130]
Major engine components malfunctioning.BRC-107, "
Engine Sys-
tem"
ENGINE SIGNAL 2
[C1131]
ENGINE SIGNAL 3
[C1132]
ENGINE SIGNAL 4
[C1133]
ENGINE SIGNAL 5
[C1134]
ENGINE SIGNAL 6
[C1135]
EMERGENCY BRAKE
[C1153]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit is malfunctioning (excessive
pressure increase or insufficient pressure increase).BRC-121, "
VDC/TCS/
ABS Control Unit 2"
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW
[C1155]The brake fluid level has dropped. Or, when there is a short to
ground in the circuit between the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and
the fluid level sensor.BRC-121, "Brake Fluid
Level Switch System"
ST ANG SEN COM CIR
[C1156]CAN communication line or steering angle sensor has generated
an error.BRC-122, "CAN Commu-
nication System"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]When VDC/TCS/ABS control unit is not transmitting or receiving
CAN communication signal for 2 seconds or more.BRC-122, "CAN Commu-
nication System"
(Note 2) Display item Malfunction detecting condition Check item

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-99
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Data MonitorNFS000HL
DISPLAY ITEM LIST
×: Standard –: Not applicable : Option
Item (Unit)SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
FR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by front LH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
FR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by front RH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
RR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by rear RH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
RR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by rear LH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
FR LH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront left inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR LH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront left outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR RH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear right inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR RH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear right outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR RH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront right inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR RH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront right outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR LH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear left inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR LH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear left outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
STOP LAMP SW
(ON/OFF)x x Stop lamp switch (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
MOTOR RELAY
(ON/OFF)–xABS motor relay (ON/OFF) condition is dis-
played.
ACTUATOR REL
(ON/OFF)–xABS actuator relay (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
ABS WARN LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xABS warning lamp (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
OFF LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xVDC OFF indicator lamp (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
OFF SW
(ON/OFF)x x VDC OFF switch (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
SLIP LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xSLIP indicator lamp (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
BATTERY VOLT
(V )xxThe voltage supplied to the VDC/TCS/ABS
control unit is displayed.
GEAR x xThe gear position determined from the A/T PNP
switch signal is displayed.
SLCT LVR POSI
(For A/T models)xxShift position determined from the A/T PNP
switch signal is displayed.
YAW RATE SEN
(d/s)xxYaw rate detected by the yaw rate sensor is dis-
played.
ACCEL POS SIG
(%)x–Throttle position status determined from the
CAN communication signal is displayed.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-101
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Active TestNFS000IP
CAUTION:

Do not perform active test while driving.

Make sure to completely bleed air from the brake system.

The ABS and brake warning lamps turn on during the active test.
NOTE:

When the active test is conducted while depressing the pedal, the pedal depression amount will change,
but this is normal.

Approximately 10 seconds after the operation is begun, “TEST STOP” will be displayed.
TEST ITEM
Solenoid valve
CAUTION:
The example shown is for the front right wheel. The procedure for the other wheels is the same as
given below.

When conducting an active test of the ABS function, select the main item for each test item. In addition,
when conducting an active test of the VDC/TCS function, select the item menu for each test item.

For the ABS solenoid valve, touch “UP”, “KEEP”, “DOWN” on the display screen. For the ABS solenoid
valve (ACT), touch “UP”, “ACT UP”, “ACT KEEP” and confirm that the solenoid valves (IN, OUT, USV,
HSV) operate as shown in the table below.
*: ON for 1 to 2 seconds after the touch, and then OFF
ABS Motor
Touch “ON”, “OFF” on the display screen and make sure the ABS motor relay is operating as shown in the
table below.
Correct and Quick DiagnosisNFS0004B
DIAGNOSIS PRECAUTIONS

Before performing the trouble diagnosis, always read the general information (GI) to confirm the general
precautions. Refer to GI-3, "
General Precautions" .

When replacing steering angle sensor, steering system components or suspension system components,
and when adjusting the alignment, be sure to adjust the steering angle sensor neutral position before driv-
ing. Refer to BRC-79, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

After completing service, always erase the self-diagnosis results. Refer to BRC-96, "HOW TO ERASE
SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS" .
V/R OUTPUT
(ON/OFF)––Valve relay operation signal (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
M/R OUTPUT
(ON/OFF)––Monitor relay operation signal (ON/OFF) status
is displayed. Item (Unit)SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
OperationABS solenoid valve ABS solenoid valve (ACT)
UP KEEP DOWN UP ACT UP ACT KEEP
FR RH IN SOL OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
FR RH OUT SOL OFF OFF ON* OFF OFF OFF
USV [FR - RL] OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON
HSV [FR - RR] OFF OFF OFF OFF ON* OFF
Operation ON OFF
MOTOR RELAY ON OFF
ACTUATOR RLY ON ON