2007 NISSAN 350Z ABS

ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)
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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)PFP:00032
System DescriptionNBS0002T
From the beginning of refueling, the air and vapor inside the fuel tank go through refueling EVAP vapor cut
valve and EVAP/ORVR line to the EVAP canister. The vapor is absorbed by the EVAP canister and the air is
released to the atmosphere.
When the refueling has reached the full level of the fuel tank, the refueling EVAP vapor cut valve is closed and
refueling is stopped because of auto shut-off. The vapor which was absorbed by the EVAP canister is purged
during driving.
WARNING:
When conducting inspections below, be sure to observe the following:

Put a “CAUTION: FLAMMABLE” sign in workshop.

Do not smoke while servicing fuel system. Keep open flames and sparks away from work area.

Be sure to furnish the workshop with a CO2 fire extinguisher.
CAUTION:

Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
–Put drained fuel in an explosion-proof container and put lid on securely.
–Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to EC-79, "FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE" .
–Disconnect battery ground cable.

Always replace O-ring when the fuel gauge retainer is removed.

Do not kink or twist hose and tube when they are installed.

Do not tighten hose and clamps excessively to avoid damaging hoses.

After installation, run engine and check for fuel leaks at connection.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire.
PBIB1068E

ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
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If the DTC is being detected currently, the time data will be [0].
If a 1st trip DTC is stored in the ECM, the time data will be [1t].
FREEZE FRAME DATA AND 1ST TRIP FREEZE FRAME DATA
The ECM records the driving conditions such as fuel system status, calculated load value, engine coolant tem-
perature, short term fuel trim, long term fuel trim, engine speed, vehicle speed, absolute throttle position, base
fuel schedule and intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected.
Data which are stored in the ECM memory, along with the 1st trip DTC, are called 1st trip freeze frame data.
The data, stored together with the DTC data, are called freeze frame data and displayed on CONSULT-III or
GST. The 1st trip freeze frame data can only be displayed on the CONSULT-III screen, not on the GST. For
details, see EC-119, "
Freeze Frame Data and 1st Trip Freeze Frame Data" .
Only one set of freeze frame data (either 1st trip freeze frame data or freeze frame data) can be stored in the
ECM. 1st trip freeze frame data is stored in the ECM memory along with the 1st trip DTC. There is no priority
for 1st trip freeze frame data and it is updated each time a different 1st trip DTC is detected. However, once
freeze frame data (2nd trip detection/MIL on) is stored in the ECM memory, 1st trip freeze frame data is no
longer stored. Remember, only one set of freeze frame data can be stored in the ECM. The ECM has the fol-
lowing priorities to update the data.
For example, the EGR malfunction (Priority: 2) was detected and the freeze frame data was stored in the 2nd
trip. After that when the misfire (Priority: 1) is detected in another trip, the freeze frame data will be updated
from the EGR malfunction to the misfire. The 1st trip freeze frame data is updated each time a different mal-
function is detected. There is no priority for 1st trip freeze frame data. However, once freeze frame data is
stored in the ECM memory, 1st trip freeze data is no longer stored (because only one freeze frame data or 1st
trip freeze frame data can be stored in the ECM). If freeze frame data is stored in the ECM memory and freeze
frame data with the same priority occurs later, the first (original) freeze frame data remains unchanged in the
ECM memory.
Both 1st trip freeze frame data and freeze frame data (along with the DTCs) are cleared when the ECM mem-
ory is erased. Procedures for clearing the ECM memory are described in EC-61, "
HOW TO ERASE EMIS-
SION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION" .
SYSTEM READINESS TEST (SRT) CODE
System Readiness Test (SRT) code is specified in Service $01 of SAE J1979.
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), certain states require the status of
SRT be used to indicate whether the ECM has completed self-diagnosis of major emission systems and com-
ponents. Completion must be verified in order for the emissions inspection to proceed.
If a vehicle is rejected for a State emissions inspection due to one or more SRT items indicating “INCMP”, use
the information in this Service Manual to set the SRT to “CMPLT”.
In most cases the ECM will automatically complete its self-diagnosis cycle during normal usage, and the SRT
status will indicate “CMPLT” for each application system. Once set as “CMPLT”, the SRT status remains
“CMPLT” until the self-diagnosis memory is erased.
Occasionally, certain portions of the self-diagnostic test may not be completed as a result of the customer's
normal driving pattern; the SRT will indicate “INCMP” for these items.
NOTE:
The SRT will also indicate “INCMP” if the self-diagnosis memory is erased for any reason or if the ECM mem-
ory power supply is interrupted for several hours.
If, during the state emissions inspection, the SRT indicates “CMPLT” for all test items, the inspector will con-
tinue with the emissions test. However, if the SRT indicates “INCMP” for one or more of the SRT items the
vehicle is returned to the customer untested.
NOTE:
If MIL is ON during the state emissions inspection, the vehicle is also returned to the customer untested even
though the SRT indicates “CMPLT” for all test items. Therefore, it is important to check SRT (“CMPLT”) and
DTC (No DTCs) before the inspection.
SRT Item
The table below shows required self-diagnostic items to set the SRT to “CMPLT”.
Priority Items
1Freeze frame data Misfire — DTC: P0300 - P0306
Fuel Injection System Function — DTC: P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175
2 Except the above items (Includes A/T related items)
3 1st trip freeze frame data

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
(continued on next page)Mass air flow sensor circuit
1
122
222 2EC-197
,
EC-208
Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit
333EC-223,
EC-239
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 circuitEC-165
,
EC-248
,
EC-257
,
EC-266
,
EC-275
,
EC-659
Throttle position sensor circuit
22EC-229
,
EC-361
,
EC-557
,
EC-559
,
EC-582
Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit 3 2 1EC-514
,
EC-633
,
EC-641
,
EC-650
Knock sensor circuit 2 3EC-379
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) circuit 2 2EC-386
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) circuit 3 2EC-394
Vehicle speed signal circuit 2 3 3 3EC-496
Power steering pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3EC-502
ECM 22333333333EC-508,
EC-512
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cir-
cuit32 13223 3EC-183
Exhaust valve timing control magnet retarder
circuit32 13223 3EC-160
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch circuit 3 3 3 3 3EC-520
Refrigerant pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3 4EC-710
Electrical load signal circuit 3EC-684
Air conditioner circuit223333333 3 2AT C - 3 3
VDC/TCS/ABS control unit
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)4BRC-82,
BRC-42
SYMPTOM
Reference
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA

EC-120
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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*: This item is the same as that of 1st trip freeze frame data.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Monitored Item
×: Applicable ENGINE SPEED
[rpm]

The engine speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
VEHICL SPEED
[km/h] or [mph]

The vehicle speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
ABSOL TH-P/S [%]

The throttle valve operating angle at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]

The base fuel schedule at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE
[°C] or [°F]

The intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. Freeze frame data
item*Description
Monitored item [Unit] Description Remarks
ENG SPEED [rpm]

Indicates the engine speed computed from the signals
of the crankshaft position sensor (POS) and camshaft
position sensor (PHASE).
Accuracy becomes poor if engine speed drops
below the idle rpm.

If the signal is interrupted while the engine is
running, an abnormal value may be indicated.
MAS A/F SE-B1 [V]

The signal voltage of the mass air flow sensor is dis-
played.

When the engine is stopped, a certain value is
indicated.

When engine is running specification range is
indicated in “SPEC”. MAS A/F SE-B2 [V]
B/FUEL SCHDL [msec]

“Base fuel schedule” indicates the fuel injection pulse
width programmed into ECM, prior to any learned on
board correction.
When engine is running specification range is
indicated in “SPEC”.
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]

The mean value of the air-fuel ratio feedback correc-
tion factor per cycle is indicated.

When the engine is stopped, a certain value is
indicated.

This data also includes the data for the air-fuel
ratio learning control.

When engine is running specification range is
indicated in “SPEC”. A/F ALPHA-B2 [%]
COOLAN TEMP/S [°C]
or [°F]

The engine coolant temperature (determined by the
signal voltage of the engine coolant temperature sen-
sor) is displayed.
When the engine coolant temperature sensor
is open or short-circuited, ECM enters fail-safe
mode. The engine coolant temperature deter-
mined by the ECM is displayed.
A/F SEN1 (B1) [V]

The A/F signal computed from the input signal of the
A/F sensor 1 is displayed.
A/F SEN1 (B2) [V]
HO2S2 (B1) [V]

The signal voltage of the heated oxygen sensor 2 is
displayed.
HO2S2 (B2) [V]
HO2S2 MNTR(B1)
[RICH/LEAN]

Display of heated oxygen sensor 2 signal:
RICH: Means the amount of oxygen after three way
catalyst is relatively small.
LEAN: Means the amount of oxygen after three way
catalyst is relatively large.

When the engine is stopped, a certain value is
indicated.
HO2S2 MNTR(B2)
[RICH/LEAN]
VHCL SPEED SE [km/
h] or [mph]

The vehicle speed computed from the vehicle speed
signal sent from combination meter is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT [V]

The power supply voltage of ECM is displayed.
ACCEL SEN 1 [V]

The accelerator pedal position sensor signal voltage is
displayed.
ACCEL SEN 2 signal is converted by ECM
internally. Thus, it differs from ECM terminal
voltage signal. ACCEL SEN 2 [V]

EC-496
DTC P0500 VSS
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DTC P0500 VSSPFP:32702
DescriptionNBS000AH
NOTE:

If DTC P0500 is displayed with DTC U1000 or U1001, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC
U1000, U1001. Refer to EC-151, "
DTC U1000, U1001 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .

If DTC P0500 is displayed with DTC U1010, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1010.
Refer to EC-154, "
DTC U1010 CAN COMMUNICATION" .
The vehicle speed signal is sent to the “unified meter and A/C amp”. from the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with
VDC models) or “ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)” (without VDC models) by CAN communication
line. The unified meter and A/C amp. then sends the signal to the ECM by CAN communication line.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000AI
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000AJ
CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
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.
TESTING CONDITION:
Steps 1 and 2 may be conducted with the drive wheels lifted in the shop or by driving the vehicle. If a
road test is expected to be easier, it is unnecessary to lift the vehicle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine (VDC switch or TCS switch OFF).
2. Read “VHCL SPEED SE” in “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III. The vehicle speed on CON-
SULT-III should exceed 10 km/h (6 MPH) when rotating wheels with suitable gear position.
If NG, go to EC-497, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
If OK, go to following step.
3. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
4. Warm engine up to normal operating temperature.
5. Maintain the following conditions for at least 60 consecutive seconds.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0500
0500Vehicle speed sensorThe almost 0 km/h (0 MPH) signal from
vehicle speed sensor is sent to ECM
even when vehicle is being driven.

Harness or connectors
(The CAN communication line is open or
shorted)

Harness or connectors
(The vehicle speed signal circuit is open or
shorted)

Wheel sensor

Unified meter and A/C amp.

VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with VDC models)

ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
(without VDC models)
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Vehicle speed sensorWhen the fail-safe system for vehicle speed sensor is activated, the cooling fan operates (High) while
engine is running.
ENG SPEED1,800 - 6,000 rpm (A/T)
1,800 - 6,000 rpm (M/T)
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 70°C (158°F)

DTC P0500 VSS
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6. Check 1st trip DTC.
7. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-497, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Overall Function CheckNBS000AK
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the vehicle speed sensor circuit. During this check, a 1st
trip DTC might not be confirmed.
WITH GST
1. Lift up drive wheels.
2. Start engine.
3. Read vehicle speed sensor signal in Service $01 with GST.
The vehicle speed sensor on GST should be able to exceed 10 km/h (6 MPH) when rotating wheels with
suitable gear position.
4. If NG, go to EC-497, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AL
1. CHECK DTC WITH “VDC/TCS/ABS CONTROL UNIT (WITH VDC MODELS)” OR “ABS ACTUATOR
AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) (WITHOUT VDC MODELS)”
Refer to BRC-82, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (with VDC models) or refer to BRC-42, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS"
(without VDC models).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace.
2. CHECK DTC WITH UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
Refer to DI-4, "
COMBINATION METERS" .
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B/FUEL SCHDL5.0 - 31.8 msec (A/T)
5.0 - 31.8 msec (M/T)
Shift leverExcept P or N position (A/T)
Neutral position (M/T)
PW/ST SIGNAL OFF

DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT
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DescriptionNBS000D6
The malfunction information related to TCS is transferred through the CAN communication line from VDC/
TCS/ABS control unit (with VDC models) or “ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)” (without VDC mod-
els) to ECM.
Be sure to erase the malfunction information such as DTC not only for VDC/TCS/ABS control unit
(with VDC models) or “ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)” (without VDC models) but also for
ECM after TCS related repair.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000D7

Freeze frame data is not stored in the ECM for this self-diagnosis.

The MIL will not light up for this self-diagnosis.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000D8
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 10.5V at idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for at least 60 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-541, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000D9
Go to BRC-82, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (With VDC models) or BRC-42, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (Without
VDC models).
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1211
1211TCS control unitECM receives a malfunction information from
VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with VDC models)
or “ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)”
(without VDC models).

VDC/TCS/ABS control unit
(with VDC models)

ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) (without VDC models)

TCS related parts

EC-542
DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE
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DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINEPFP:47850
DescriptionNBS000DA
NOTE:

If DTC P1212 is displayed with DTC U1000 or U1001, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC
U1000, U1001. Refer to EC-151, "
DTC U1000, U1001 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .

If DTC P1212 is displayed with DTC U1010, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1010.
Refer to EC-154, "
DTC U1010 CAN COMMUNICATION" .
This CAN communication line is used to control the smooth engine operation during the TCS operation. Pulse
signals are exchanged between ECM and VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with VDC models) or “ABS actuator
and electric unit (control unit)” (without VDC models).
Be sure to erase the malfunction information such as DTC not only for VDC/TCS/ABS control unit
(with VDC models) or “ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)” (without VDC models) but also for
ECM after TCS related repair.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000DB

Freeze frame data is not stored in the ECM for this self-diagnosis.

The MIL will not light up for this self-diagnosis.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000DC
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 10.5V at idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-542, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000DD
Go to BRC-82, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (With VDC models) or BRC-42, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (Without
VDC models).
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1212
1212TCS communication
lineECM can not receive the information
from VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with
VDC models) or “ABS actuator and elec-
tric unit (control unit)” (without VDC mod-
els) continuously.

Harness or connectors
(The CAN communication line is open or
shorted.)

VDC/TCS/ABS control unit (with VDC models)

ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
(without VDC models)

Dead (Weak) battery