2008 INFINITI FX35 ECO mode

AWD SYSTEMTF-13
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SchematicINFOID:0000000001327433
COMPONENTS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
CAN CommunicationINFOID:0000000001327434
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication li ne 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.
For details, refer to LAN-43, "
CAN System Specification Chart".
SDIA2160E
Component parts Function
AWD control unit  Controls driving force distribution by signals from each sensor and switch from rear wheel driving
mode (0:100) to AWD mode (50:50).
 2WD mode is available by fail-safe function if malfunction is detected in AWD system.
Wheel sensors Detects wheel speed.
AWD solenoid Controls electric controlled coupling by command current from AWD control unit.
Electric controlled coupling Transmits driving force to front final drive.
AWD warning lamp  Illuminates if malfunction is detected in electrical system of AWD system.
 There is 1 blink in 2 seconds if rotation difference of front wheels and rear wheels is large.
 There are 2 blinks in 1 second if load is still applied to driving parts.
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to AWD control unit.
 Vehicle speed signal
 Stop lamp switch signal (brake signal)
ECM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to AWD control unit.
 Accelerator pedal position signal
 Engine speed signal
Unified meter and A/C amp. Transmits conditions of parking brake switch via CAN communication to AWD control unit.
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TF-20
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom
INFOID:0000000001327440
If AWD warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-21, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)".
NOTE:
Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions. This is not malfunction.
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference ValueINFOID:0000000001327441
AWD CONTROL UNIT INSPECTION TABLE
Specifications with CONSULT-III
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
AWD warning lamp does not turn ON when
the ignition switch is turned to ON.
(AWD warning lamp check) Ignition switch: ONCAN communication line
TF-30
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Unified meter control unit
AWD warning lamp does not turn OFF sev-
eral seconds after engine started. Engine runningCAN communication line
TF-30
Power supply and ground for AWD con-
trol unit
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Unified meter control unit
AWD solenoid
AWD actuator relay (integrated in AWD
control unit)
Wheel sensor
Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs
when the vehicle is driven and the steering
wheel is turned fully to either side after the
engine is started. (See NOTE.)  While driving
 Steering wheel is
turned fully to either
sides CAN communication line
TF-32
Accelerator pedal position signal
AWD solenoid
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (clutch sticking etc.)
Vehicle does not enter AWD mode even
though AWD warning lamp turned to OFF. While drivingAWD solenoid
TF-33
Mechanical malfunction of electric con-
trolled coupling (Mechanical engage-
ment of clutch is not possible.)
While driving, AWD warning lamp flashes
rapidly. (When flashing in approx. 1 minute
and then turning OFF.)
Rapid flashing: 2 times/second While drivingProtection function is activated due to
heavy load to electric controlled cou-
pling. (AWD system is not malfunction-
ing. Also, optional distribution of torque
sometimes becomes rigid before lamp
flashes rapidly, but it is not malfunction.) TF-33
While driving, AWD warning lamp flashes
slowly. (When continuing to flash until turn-
ing ignition switch OFF)
Slow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds While driving
 Vehicle speed: 20 km/h
(12 MPH) or more Tire size is different between front and
rear of vehicle.
TF-33
Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
FR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Front wheel
right)Vehicle stopped 0.00 km/h (0.00 mph)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under
standard condition.
Approximately equal to
the indication on speed-
ometer (Inside of
±10%)
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TF-22
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute before performing the self-diagnosis.
Display Item List
CAUTION:
 If “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for CAN communication
line.
 Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more after turn- ing ignition switch “OFF” if AWD warning lamp turns ON with system malfunction of “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]”. AWD warning
lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results
Before erasing DTC memory, start the engine and drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute.
Checkthat ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
NOTE:
Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driv ing for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19
MPH) or more after turning ignition switch “OFF ” if AWD warning lamp turns ON with system malfunc-
tion of “ABS SYSTE M [C1203]”. AWD warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition
switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Display Item List
Diagnostic test mode Function
ECU part number 4WD control unit part number can be read.
Self-diagnostic results Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.
Data monitor Input/Output data in the 4WD control unit can be read.
Active test Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-III drives some actuators apart from the 4WD control unit
and also shifts some parameters in a specified range.
Items (CONSULT-III screen
terms) Diagnostic item is detected when... Check item
CONTROLLER FAILURE
[C1201] Malfunction has occurred inside AWD control unit. TF-24, "
DTC C1201 CON-
TROLLER FAILURE"
ABS SYSTEM
[C1203]Malfunction related to wheel sensor
has been detected by ABS actu-
ator and electric unit (control unit). TF-24, "DTC C1203 ABS
SYSTEM"
4WD SOLENOID
[C1204]
Malfunction related to AWD solenoid has been detected.
TF-25, "DTC C1204 4WD
SOLENOID"
4WD ACTUATOR RLY
[C1205]Malfunction has been detected from AWD actuator relay integrated
with AWD control unit, or malfunction related to AWD solenoid has
been detected. TF-27, "
DTC C1205 4WD
ACTUATOR RLY" or
TF-25,
"DTC C1204 4WD SOLE-
NOID"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1210] Malfunction has been detected from ECM. TF-28, "DTC C1210 EN-
GINE SIGNAL 1"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]When AWD control unit is not transmitting or receiving CAN commu-
nication signal for 2 seconds or more. TF-28, "DTC U1000 CAN
COMM CIRCUIT"
NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING MAY BE
REQUIRED.
No NG item has been detected. —
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TF-24
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
DTC C1201 CONTROLLER FAILUREINFOID:0000000001327444
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
 Check the following if “CONTROLLER FAILURE [C1201]” is displayed in self-diagnostic results of CON-SULT-III.
1.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode fo r “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” with CONSULT-III.
3. Touch “ERASE”.
4. Turn ignition switch “OFF” and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Perform the self-diagnosis again.
Is the
“CONTROLLER FAILURE [C1201]” displayed?
YES >> Replace AWD control unit. Refer to TF-35.
NO >> INSPECTION END
DTC C1203 ABS SYSTEMINFOID:0000000001327445
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
 Check the following if “ABS SYSTEM [C1203]” is disp layed in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-III.
1.CHECK DTC WITH ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT)
Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-26, "
Self-Diagnosis".
Is any malfunction detec ted by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK DTC AFTER DRIVING
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) for at least 1 minute.
3. Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
4. Perform erase self-diagnostic results. Refer to TF-21, "
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)".
5. Stop vehicle and turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Turn ignition switch “ON”.
7. Perform self-diagnosis.
Is the
“ABS SYSTEM [C1203]” displayed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> INSPECTION END
3.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for dam age or loose connection with harness connector. If
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
4.CHECK DTC
Perform the self-diagnosis, after driving a vehicle for a while.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) again. Refer to BRC-26,
"Self-Diagnosis".
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TF-30
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON When the Ignition Switch Is Turned to ON
INFOID:0000000001327450
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-21, "
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)".
Is the
“CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line. Refer to TF-28, "DTC U1000 CAN COMM
CIRCUIT".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for dam age or loose connection with harness connector. If
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK OUTPUT SIGNAL WITH UNIFIED METER AND A/C AMP.
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode for “METER A/C AMP” with CONSULT-III.
3. Start the engine, and then make sure that “4WD W/L” display turns from “ON” to “OFF” after several sec-
onds.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Perform trouble diagnosis for combination meter. Refer to DI-15, "
Trouble Diagnosis".
4.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace unified meter control unit assembly. Refer to DI-23, "
Disassembly and Assembly of Com-
bination Meter".
AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF Several Seconds after Engine Started
INFOID:0000000001327451
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-21, "
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)".
Is any malfunction detec ted by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
Monitor item Condition Display value
4WD W/L Ignition switch ON ON
Start engine (after several seconds) OFF
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TF-32
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
3. Start the engine, and then make sure that “4WD W/L” display turns from “ON” to “OFF” after several sec-
onds.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Perform trouble diagnosis for combination meter. Refer to DI-15, "
Trouble Diagnosis".
6.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace unified meter control unit assembly. Refer to DI-23, "
Disassembly and Assembly of Com-
bination Meter".
Heavy Tight-Corner Braking Symptom Occurs When the Vehicle Is Driven and the
Steering Wheel Is Turned Fu lly to Either Side after the Engine Is Started
INFOID:0000000001327452
NOTE:
Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions. This is not malfunc-
tion.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TF-21, "
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)".
Is the
“CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line. Refer to TF-28, "DTC U1000 CAN COMM
CIRCUIT".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Perform self-diagnosis for ECM. Refer to EC-55, "
Emission-Related Diagnostic Information" (VQ35DE mod-
els) or EC-633, "
Emission-related Diagnostic Information" (VK45DE models).
Is any malfunction detec ted by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR AWD SOLENOID
Perform trouble diagnosis for AWD solenoid system. Refer to TF-25, "
DTC C1204 4WD SOLENOID".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.CHECK ELECTRIC CONTROLLED COUPLING
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Set the selector lever to “N” (neutral) position and disengage the parking brake.
3. Lift up the vehicle.
4. Rotate the rear propeller shaft by hand.
5. Hold front propeller shaft lightly.
Does front propeller shaft rotate?
YES >> Replace electric controlled coupling for mec hanical malfunction (clutch sticking etc.). Refer to TF-
40, "Disassembly and Assembly".
NO >> GO TO 5.
Monitor item Condition Display value
4WD W/L Ignition switch ON ON
Start engine (after several seconds) OFF
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMSTF-33
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5.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
Vehicle Does Not Enter AW D Mode Even Though AWD Warn ing Lamp Turned to OFF
INFOID:0000000001327453
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK AWD SOLENOID
Check AWD solenoid. Refer to TF-25, "
DTC C1204 4WD SOLENOID".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace electric controlled coupling for malfunction of AWD solenoid. Refer to TF-40, "
Disassem-
bly and Assembly".
2.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
3.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace electric controlled coupling fo r mechanical malfunction (mechanical engagement of
clutch is not possible.). Refer to TF-40, "
Disassembly and Assembly".
While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Rapidly (When Flashing in Approx. 1
Minute and Then Turning OFF)
INFOID:0000000001327454
NOTE:
Rapid flashing: 2 times/second
This symptom protects drivetrain parts when a heavy load is applied to the electric controlled coupling and
multiple disc clutch temperature increases. Also, opt ional distribution of torque sometimes becomes rigid
before lamp flashes rapidly. Both cases are not malfunction.
When this symptom occurs, stop vehicle and allow it to idle for some times. Flashing will stop and system will
be restored.
While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Slowly (When Continuing to Flash until
Turning Ignition Switch OFF)
INFOID:0000000001327455
NOTE:
Slow flashing: 1 time/2 seconds
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TF-34
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK TIRE
Check the following.
 Tire pressure
 Wear condition
 Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Drive at vehicle speed of 20 km/h (12 MPH) or more for 5 seconds or more after repairing or replacing damaged parts. (Initialize improper size tire information.)
2.CHECK INPUT SIGNAL OF TIRE DIAMETER
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Drive at 20 km/h (12 MPH) or more for approx. 200 seconds.
3. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” with CONSULT-III.
4. Check monitor “DIS-TIRE MONI”.
Display of
“DIS-TIRE MONI”
“0-4mm”>> INSPECTION END
Except for “0-4mm”>>GO TO 3.
3.CHECK AWD CONTROL UNIT
Check AWD control unit input/output signal. Refer to TF-20, "
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Va l u e".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check AWD control unit pin terminals for dam age or loose connection with harness connector. If
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
4.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace AWD control unit.
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