2007 NISSAN 350Z Neutral position switch

EC-156
DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROLPFP:23796
DescriptionNBS00045
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN Communication line
This mechanism hydraulically controls cam phases continuously with the fixed operating angle of the intake
valve.
The ECM receives signals such as crankshaft position, camshaft position, engine speed, and engine coolant
temperature. Then, the ECM sends ON/OFF pulse duty signals to the intake valve timing control solenoid
valve depending on driving status. This makes it possible to control the shut/open timing of the intake valve to
increase engine torque in low/mid speed range and output in high-speed range.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS00046
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed and piston position
Intake valve
timing controlIntake valve timing control
solenoid valve Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Wheel sensor Vehicle speed*
PBIB3535E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V TIM(B1)
INT/V TIM(B2)

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: P or N (A/T),
Neutral (M/T)

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle−5° - 5°CA
2,000 rpm Approx. 0° - 30°CA
INT/V SOL(B1)
INT/V SOL(B2)

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: P or N (A/T),
Neutral (M/T)

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle 0% - 2%
2,000 rpm Approx. 0% - 50%

DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS00047
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS00048
CAUTION:
Always drive at a safe speed.
NOTE:

If DTC P0011 or P0021 is displayed with DTC P0075 or P0081, first perform trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0075 or P0081. Refer to EC-183, "
DTC P0075, P0081 IVT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE" .

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait
at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 10V and 16V at
idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
3. Maintain the following conditions for at least 6 consecutive seconds.
Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
4. Let engine idle for 10 seconds.
5. Check 1st trip DTC.
6. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-158, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
If 1st trip DTC is not detected, go to next step.
7. Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.
8. Check 1st trip DTC.
9. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-158, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
DTC No.Trouble diagnosis
nameDetecting condition Possible cause
P0011
0011
(Bank 1)
Intake valve timing
control performanceThere is a gap between angle of target and
phase-control angle degree.

Crankshaft position sensor (POS)

Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)

Intake valve timing control solenoid valve

Accumulation of debris to the signal pick-up
portion of the camshaft

Timing chain installation

Foreign matter caught in the oil groove for
intake valve timing control P0021
0021
(Bank 2)
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Intake valve timing control The signal is not energized to the solenoid valve and the valve control does not function.
ENG SPEED 500 - 2,000 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLANT TEMP/S More than 60°C (140°F)
B/FUEL SCHDL More than 3.5 msec
Shift lever P or N (A/T), neutral (M/T) position
ENG SPEED 1,700 - 3,175 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLANT TEMP/S More than 70°C (158°F)
Shift lever 1st or 2nd position
Driving location uphillDriving vehicle uphill
(Increased engine load will help maintain the driving
conditions required for this test.)

EC-160
DTC P0014 P0024 EVT CONTROL
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0014 P0024 EVT CONTROLPFP:23795
DescriptionNBS0004C
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN Communication line
This mechanism magnetically controls cam phases continuously with the fixed operating angle of the exhaust
valve.
The ECM receives signals such as crankshaft position, camshaft position, engine speed, and engine coolant
temperature. Then, the ECM sends ON/OFF pulse duty signals to the exhaust valve timing control magnet
retarder depending on driving status. This makes it possible to control the shut/open timing of the exhaust
valve to increase engine torque and output in a range of high engine speed.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS0004D
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed and piston position
Exhaust valve
timing controlExhaust valve timing con-
trol magnet retarder Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Exhaust valve timing control position sensor Exhaust valve timing signal
Wheel sensor Vehicle speed*
PBIB2765E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
EXH/V TIM B1
EXH/V TIM B2

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: Neutral

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle−5° - 5°CA
Around 2,500 rpm while the engine
speed is risingApprox. 0° - 30°CA
EX VTC DTY B1
EX VTC DTY B2

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: Neutral

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle 0% - 2%
Around 2,500 rpm while the engine
speed is risingApprox. 0% - 70%

DTC P0014 P0024 EVT CONTROL
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On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS0004E
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS0004F
CAUTION:
Always drive at a safe speed.
NOTE:

If DTC P0014 or P0024 is displayed with DTC P0078, P0084, P1078 or P1084, first perform trouble
diagnosis for DTC P0078, P0084 or P1078, P1084. Refer to EC-190, "
DTC P0078 P0084 EVT CON-
TROL MAGNET RETARDER" or EC-528, "DTC P1078 P1084 EVT CONTROL POSITION SENSOR" .

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait
at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 10V and 16V at
idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
3. Maintain the following conditions for at least 6 consecutive seconds.
Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
4. Let engine idle for 10 seconds.
5. Check 1st trip DTC.
6. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-162, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
If 1st trip DTC is not detected, go to next step.
7. Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.
DTC No.Trouble diagnosis
nameDetecting condition Possible cause
P0014
0014
(Bank 1)
Exhaust valve timing
control performanceThere is a gap between angle of target and
phase-control angle degree.

Crankshaft position sensor (POS)

Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)

Exhaust valve timing control position sensor

Exhaust valve timing control magnet retarder

Accumulation of debris to the signal pick-up
portion of the camshaft

Timing chain installation

Exhaust valve timing control pulley assembly P0024
0024
(Bank 2)
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Exhaust valve timing controlThe signal is not energized to the Exhaust valve timing control magnet retarder and the mag-
net retarder control does not function.
ENG SPEED 500 - 2,000 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 60°C (140°F)
B/FUEL SCHDL More than 3.5 msec
Shift lever P or N (A/T), neutral (M/T) position
ENG SPEED 1,700 - 2,950 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 70°C (158°F)
Shift lever 1st or 2nd position
Driving location uphillDriving vehicle uphill
(Increased engine load will help maintain the driving
conditions required for this test.)

DTC P0075, P0081 IVT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
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DTC P0075, P0081 IVT CONTROL SOLENOID VALVEPFP:23796
Component DescriptionNBS000BR
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve is activated by ON/OFF
pulse duty (ratio) signals from the ECM.
The intake valve timing control solenoid valve changes the oil
amount and direction of flow through intake valve timing control unit
or stops oil flow.
The longer pulse width advances valve angle.
The shorter pulse width retards valve angle.
When ON and OFF pulse widths become equal, the solenoid valve
stops oil pressure flow to fix the intake valve angle at the control
position.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS000BS
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000BT
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000BU
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and
wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for 5 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-188, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Following the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
PBIB1842E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V SOL(B1)
INT/V SOL(B2)

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: P or N (A/T), Neutral
(M/T)

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle 0% - 2%
2,000 rpm Approx. 0% - 50%
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0075
0075
(Bank 1)
Intake valve timing control
solenoid valve circuitAn improper voltage is sent to the ECM
through intake valve timing control solenoid
valve.

Harness or connectors
(The intake valve timing control solenoid
valve circuit is open or shorted.)

Intake valve timing control solenoid valve P0081
0081
(Bank 2)

EC-408
DTC P0420, P0430 THREE WAY CATALYST FUNCTION
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3. CHECK INTAKE AIR LEAK
Listen for an intake air leak after the mass air flow sensor.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace.
4. CHECK IGNITION TIMING
Check the following items. Refer to EC-71, "
Basic Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Follow the EC-71, "
Basic Inspection" .
5. CHECK FUEL INJECTOR
1. Stop engine and turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between ECM terminals 81, 82, 85, 86, 89, 90
and ground with CONSULT-III or tester.
Refer to Wiring Diagram for fuel injectors, EC-687, "
Wiring Dia-
gram" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Perform EC-688, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Items Specifications
Target idle speedA/T 650 ± 50 rpm (in P or N position)
M/T 650 ± 50 rpm (in Neutral position)
Ignition timingA/T 15 ± 5° BTDC (in P or N position)
M/T 15 ± 5° BTDC (in Neutral position)
Voltage: Battery voltage
PBIB3569E

DTC P0443 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
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DTC P0443 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
PFP:14920
DescriptionNBS000FE
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*1: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
This system controls flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canister. The opening of the vapor by-pass pas-
sage in the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve changes to control the flow rate. The EVAP
canister purge volume control solenoid valve repeats ON/OFF operation according to the signal sent from the
ECM. The opening of the valve varies for optimum engine control. The optimum value stored in the ECM is
determined by considering various engine conditions. When the engine is operating, the flow rate of fuel vapor
from the EVAP canister is regulated as the air flow changes.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve uses a ON/
OFF duty to control the flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canis-
ter. The EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is
moved by ON/OFF pulses from the ECM. The longer the ON pulse,
the greater the amount of fuel vapor that will flow through the valve.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS000FF
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed*
1
EVAP canister
purge flow controlEVAP canister purge vol-
ume control solenoid valve Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Battery
Battery voltage*
1
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
(Mixture ratio feedback signal)
Fuel tank temperature sensor Fuel temperature in fuel tank
Wheel sensor
Vehicle speed*
2
PBIB3568E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
PURG VOL C/V

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: P or N (A/T), Neutral
(M/T) position

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle
(Accelerator pedal is not depressed
even slightly, after engine starting)0%
2,000 rpm —

DTC P0444, P0445 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID
VALVE
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DTC P0444, P0445 EVAP CANISTER PURGE VOLUME CONTROL SOLENOID
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PFP:14920
DescriptionNBS0008W
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*1: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.
*2: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
This system controls flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canister. The opening of the vapor by-pass pas-
sage in the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve changes to control the flow rate. The EVAP
canister purge volume control solenoid valve repeats ON/OFF operation according to the signal sent from the
ECM. The opening of the valve varies for optimum engine control. The optimum value stored in the ECM is
determined by considering various engine conditions. When the engine is operating, the flow rate of fuel vapor
from the EVAP canister is regulated as the air flow changes.
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve uses a ON/
OFF duty to control the flow rate of fuel vapor from the EVAP canis-
ter. The EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is
moved by ON/OFF pulses from the ECM. The longer the ON pulse,
the greater the amount of fuel vapor that will flow through the valve.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS0008X
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed*
1
EVAP canister
purge flow controlEVAP canister purge vol-
ume control solenoid valve Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Battery
Battery voltage*
1
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Accelerator pedal position sensor Accelerator pedal position
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
(Mixture ratio feedback signal)
Fuel tank temperature sensor Fuel temperature in fuel tank
Wheel sensor
Vehicle speed*
2
PBIB3568E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
PURG VOL C/V

Engine: After warming up

Shift lever: P or N (A/T), Neutral
(M/T) position

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle
(Accelerator pedal is not depressed
even slightly, after engine starting)0%
2,000 rpm —