2008 INFINITI FX35 engine stall

EC-28
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PRECAUTIONS

B1 indicates the bank 1, B2 indicates the bank 2 as shown in
the figure.
 Do not operate fuel pump when there is no fuel in lines.
 Tighten fuel hose clamps to the specified torque.
 Do not depress accelerator pedal when starting.
 Immediately after starting, do not rev up engine unnecessar-
ily.
 Do not rev up engine just prior to shutdown.
 When installing C.B. ham radio or a mobile phone, be sure to
observe the following as it m ay adversely affect electronic
control systems depending on installation location.
- Keep the antenna as far as possi ble from the electronic con-
trol units.
- Keep the antenna feeder line more than 20 cm (8 in) away
from the harness of electronic controls.
Do not let them run parallel for a long distance.
- Adjust the antenna and feeder line so that the standing-wave
radio can be kept smaller.
- Be sure to ground the radio to vehicle body.
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EC-30
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PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tool
INFOID:0000000001325894
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Leak detector
i.e.: (J-41416) Locating EVAP leak
EVAP service port
adapter
i.e.: (J-41413-OBD) Applying positive pressure through EVAP service
port
Fuel filler cap adapter
i.e.: (MLR-8382) Checking fuel tank vacuum relief valve opening
pressure
Socket wrench Removing and installing engine coolant tempera- ture sensor
Oxygen sensor thread
cleaner
i.e.: (J-43897-18)
(J-43897-12) Reconditioning the exhaust system threads before
installing a new oxygen sensor. Use with anti-
seize lubricant shown below.
a: 18 mm diameter with pitch 1.5 mm for Zirco-
nia Oxygen Sensor
b: 12 mm diameter with pitch 1.25 mm for Tita-
nia Oxygen Sensor
Anti-seize lubricant
i.e.: (Permatex
TM
133AR or equivalent
meeting MIL specifica-
tion MIL-A-907) Lubricating oxygen sensor thread cleaning tool
when reconditioning exhaust system threads.
S-NT703
S-NT704
S-NT815
S-NT705
AEM488
S-NT779
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EC-44
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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM
Positive pressure is delivered to the EVAP system through the EVAP
service port. If fuel vapor leak
age in the EVAP system occurs, use a
leak detector to locate the leak.
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001325906
EVAP CANISTER
Tighten EVAP canister as shown in the figure.
EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE
1. Turn EVAP canister vent control valve counterclockwise.
2. Remove the EVAP canister vent control valve.
Always replace O-ring with a new one.
How to Detect Fuel Vapor LeakageINFOID:0000000001325907
CAUTION:
 Never use compressed air or a high pressure pump.
 Do not exceed 4.12 kPa (0.042 kg/cm
2, 0.6 psi) of pressure in EVAP system.
NOTE:
 Do not start engine.
 Improper installation of EVAP service port adapt er to the EVAP service port may cause a leak.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Attach the EVAP service port adapter securely to the EVAP service port.
2. Also attach the pressure pump and hose to the EVAP service port adapter.
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EC-46
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ON BOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR)
ON BOARD REFUELING VA
POR RECOVERY (ORVR)
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001325908
From the beginning of refueling, the air and vapor insi de 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 CO
2 fire extinguisher.
CAUTION:
 Before removing fuel line parts, carry out the following procedures:
- Put drained fuel in an explosion-pr oof container and put lid on securely.
- Release fuel pressure from fuel line. Refer to EC-87, "
Fuel Pressure Check".
- Disconnect negative battery 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 an d check for fuel leaks at connection.
 Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank afte r the fuel pump nozzle shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fu el overflow, resulting in fuel spray and possibly a fire.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001325909
SYMPTOM: FUEL ODOR FROM EVAP CANISTER IS STRONG.
1.CHECK EVAP CANISTER
1. Remove EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.
2. Weigh the EVAP canister with EVAP canister vent control valve and EVAP control system pressure sensor
attached.
The weight should be l ess than 2.1 kg (4.6 lb).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
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BASIC SERVICE PROCEDUREEC-83
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1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Check idle speed. Refer to EC-84, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 15.
NG >> GO TO 17.
15.CHECK IGNITION TIMING AGAIN
1. Run engine at idle.
2. Check ignition timing with a timing light. Refer to EC-84, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 19.
NG >> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK TIMING CHAIN INSTALLATION
Check timing chain installation. Refer to EM-64
.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 17.
NG >> 1. Repair the timing chain installation. 2. GO TO 4.
17.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
 Check camshaft position s ensor (PHASE) and circuit.
Refer to EC-324
.
 Check crankshaft position sensor (POS) and circuit.
Refer to EC-319
.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 18.
NG >> 1. Repair or replace. 2. GO TO 4.
18.CHECK ECM FUNCTION
1. Substitute another known-good ECM to check ECM f unction. (ECM may be the cause of an incident, but
this is a rare case.)
2. Perform initialization of IVIS (NATS) system and registration of all IVIS (NATS) ignition key IDs.
Refer to BL-185
.
>> GO TO 4.
19.INSPECTION END
Did you replace the ECM, referring this Basic Inspection procedure?
Ye s o r N o
Ye s > > 1 . P e r f o r m EC-84, "VIN Registration".
2. INSPECTION END
No >> INSPECTION END
650
± 50 rpm (in P or N position)
15 ± 5 ° BTDC (in P or N position)
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BASIC SERVICE PROCEDUREEC-87
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Check that throttle valve is fully closed.
2. Check PCV valve operation.
3. Check that downstream of throttl e valve is free from air leakage.
4. When the above three items check out OK, engine component parts and their installation condi-
tion are questionable. Check and el iminate the cause of the incident.
It is useful to perform EC-131
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5. If any of the following conditi ons occur after the engine has started, eliminate the cause of the
incident and perform Idle Air Vo lume Learning all over again:
 Engine stalls.
 Erroneous idle.
Fuel Pressure CheckINFOID:0000000001325926
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Perform “FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE” in “WORK SUPPORT” mode with CONSULT-III.
3. Start engine.
4. After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel pressure.
5. Turn ignition switch OFF.
Without CONSULT-III
1. Remove fuel pump fuse located in IPDM E/R.
2. Start engine.
3. After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel pressure.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF.
5. Reinstall fuel pump fuse after servicing fuel system.
FUEL PRESSURE CHECK
CAUTION:
Before disconnecting fuel line, release fuel pressure from fuel line to eliminate danger.
NOTE:
 Prepare pans or saucers under the disconnected fuel line because the fuel may spill out. The fuel
pressure cannot be completely released because S50 models do not have fuel return system.
 Use Fuel Pressure Gauge Kit (J-44321) to check fuel pressure.
1. Release fuel pressure to zero. Refer to “FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE”.
2. Install the inline fuel quick disconnected fitting between fuel damper and fuel injector tube.
3. Connect the fuel pressure test gauge (quick connector adapter hose) to the inline fuel quick disconnected fitting.
4. Turn ignition switch ON and check for fuel leakage.
5. Start engine and check for fuel leakage.
6. Read the indication of fuel pressure gauge.
7. If result is unsatisfactory, go to next step.
8. Check the following.  Fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging
 Fuel filter for clogging
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISEC-95
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Fail-Safe ChartINFOID:0000000001325929
When the DTC listed below is detected, the EC
M enters fail-safe mode and the MIL lights up.
 When there is an open circuit on MIL circuit, the ECM c annot warn the driver by MIL lighting up when there
is malfunction on engine control system.
Therefore, when electrical controlled throttle and pa rt of ECM related diagnoses are continuously detected
as NG for 5 trips, ECM warns the driver that engi ne control system malfunctions and MIL circuit is open by
means of operating fail-safe function.
The fail-safe function also operates when above diagnos es except MIL circuit are detected and demands the
driver to repair the malfunction.
DTC No. Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
P0102
P0103 Mass air flow sensor circuit Engine speed will not rise more than 2,400 rpm due to the fuel cut.
P0117
P0118 Engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor circuit Engine coolant temperature will be determined by ECM based on the following condition.
CONSULT-III displays the engine coolant temperature decided by ECM.
Condition Engine coolant temperature decided
(CONSULT-III display)
Just as ignition switch is turned ON
or START 40
°C (104 °F)
Approx. 4 minutes or more after
engine starting. 80
°C (176 °F)
Except as shown above 40 - 80
°C (104 - 176 °F)
(Depends on the time)
When the fail-safe system for engine coolant temperature sensor is activated, the cooling
fan operates while engine is running.
P0122
P0123
P0222
P0223
P2135 Throttle position sensor The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator in regulating the throttle opening in
order for the idle position to be within +10 degrees.
The ECM regulates the opening speed of the throttle valve to be slower than the normal
condition.
So, the acceleration will be poor.
P0643 Sensor power supply ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return spring.
P2100
P2103 Throttle control motor relay ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a
fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return spring.
P2101 Electric th rottle control
function ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a
fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return spring.
P2118 Throttle control motor ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return spring.
P2119 Electric thro ttle control ac-
tuator (When electric throttle control actuator does not function properly due to the return spring
malfunction:)
ECM controls the electric throttle actuator by regulating the throttle opening around the
idle position. The engine speed will not rise more than 2,000 rpm.
(When throttle valve opening angle in fail-safe mode is not in specified range:)
ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator by regulating the throttle opening to 20
degrees or less.
(When ECM detects the throttle valve is stuck open:)
While the vehicle is driving, it slows down gradually by fuel cut. After the vehicle stops, the
engine stalls.
The engine can restart in N or P position, and engine speed will not exceed 1,000 rpm or
more.
P2122
P2123
P2127
P2128
P2138 Accelerator pedal position
sensor
The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator in regulating the throttle opening in
order for the idle position to be within +10 degrees.
The ECM regulates the opening speed of the throttle valve to be slower than the normal
condition.
So, the acceleration will be poor.
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EC-96
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Symptom Matrix Chart
INFOID:0000000001325930
SYSTEM — BASIC ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode Engine speed will not rise more than 2,500 rpm due to the fuel cut
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
Fuel Fuel pump circuit 11232 22 3 2 EC-558
Fuel pressure regulator system 334444444 4EC-87
Fuel injector circuit 11232 22 2EC-552
Evaporative emission system 334444444 4EC-40
Air Positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem 334444444 41
EC-51
Incorrect idle speed adjustment 1 1 1 1 1 EC-80
Electric throttle control actuator 112332222 2 2EC-494,
EC-504
IgnitionIncorrect ignition timing adjustment33111 11 1 EC-80
Ignition circuit 11222 22 2EC-569
Power supply and ground circuit 22333 33 23 EC-140
Mass air flow sensor circuit
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12 2
222 2 EC-175,
EC-182
Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit
333
EC-193,
EC-204
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor EC-220
EC-220
EC-228
EC-236
EC-532
Throttle position sensor circuit
22EC-198
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EC-302
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EC-447
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EC-449
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EC-518
Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit 3 2 1 EC-424
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EC-506
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EC-512
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EC-524
Knock sensor circuit 2 3 EC-315
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