2008 INFINITI FX35 power supply

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CONTENTS
TRANSFER
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................3
DTC INDEX ..................................................... .....3
C1201-C1210, U1000 ......................................... ......3
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................4
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
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Precaution .................................................................4
Service Notice or Precaution .....................................5
PREPARATION ...................................................6
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......6
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................7
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......9
TRANSFER FLUID .............................................10
Replacement ....................................................... ....10
Inspection ................................................................10
AWD SYSTEM ................................................ ....11
Power Transfer Diagram ..................................... ....11
System Description .................................................11
Schematic ...............................................................13
CAN Communication ...............................................13
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS .....................................14
Fail-Safe Function ............................................... ....14
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis .........................14
Location of Electrical Parts ......................................15
Circuit Diagram .......................................................16
Wiring Diagram - AWD - ..........................................17
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom ....................20
AWD Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Value ................................................................... ....
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CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD) ....21
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM .............24
DTC C1201 CONTROLLER FAILURE ................ ....24
DTC C1203 ABS SYSTEM ......................................24
DTC C1204 4WD SOLENOID ............................. ....25
DTC C1205 4WD ACTUATOR RLY ........................27
DTC C1210 ENGINE SIGNAL 1 ..............................28
DTC U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT .........................28
Power Supply Circuit for AWD Control Unit .............28
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ......30
AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON When the
Ignition Switch Is Turned to ON ...............................
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AWD Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF Several
Seconds after Engine Started ..................................
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Heavy Tight-Corner Braking Symptom Occurs
When the Vehicle Is Driven and the Steering
Wheel Is Turned Fully to Either Side after the En-
gine Is Started .........................................................
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Vehicle Does Not Enter AWD Mode Even Though
AWD Warning Lamp Turned to OFF .......................
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While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Rap-
idly (When Flashing in Approx. 1 Minute and Then
Turning OFF) ....................................................... ....
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While Driving, AWD Warning Lamp Flashes Slow-
ly (When Continuing to Flash until Turning Ignition
Switch OFF) .............................................................
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AWD CONTROL UNIT ......................................35
Removal and Installation .........................................35
FRONT OIL SEAL .............................................36
Removal and Installation .........................................36
REAR OIL SEAL ...............................................37
Removal and Installation .........................................37
AIR BREATHER HOSE ....................................39
Removal and Installation .........................................39
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ..................................40
Removal and Installation .........................................40
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................40
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISTF-21
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*: The values are changed by throttle opening and engine speed.
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)INFOID:0000000001327442
FUNCTION
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
FR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Front wheel
left)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%)
RR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Rear 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%)
RR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] Wheel speed (Rear wheel left) 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%)
BATTERY VOLT [V] Power supply voltage for AWD
control unitIgnition switch: ON Battery voltage
THRTL POS SEN [%] Throttle opening condition When depressing accelerator pedal
(Value rises gradually in response to
throttle position.)0 - 100%
ETS SOLENOID [A] Monitored value of current at
AWD solenoidEngine running
 At idle speed
Approx. 0.000A
Engine running
 When depressing accelerator ped- al Approx. 0.000 - 2.400A*
STOP LAMP SW [ON/OFF] Condition of brake pedal oper-
ationBrake pedal: Depressed ON
Brake pedal: Released OFF
ENG SPEED SIG [RUN/STOP] Condi tion of engine runningEngine stopped
(Engine speed: Less than 400 rpm)
STOP
Engine running
(Engine speed: 400 rpm or more) RUN
ETS ACTUATOR [ON/OFF] Operating condition of AWD
actuator relay (integrated in
AWD control unit)Engine stopped (Ignition
switch: ON)
OFF
Engine running ON
4WD WARN LAMP [ON/OFF] AWD warning lamp conditionAWD warning lamp: ON ON
AWD warning lamp: OFF OFF
4WD MODE MON [AUTO] Control status of AWD Engine running AUTO
DIS-TIRE MONI [mm] Improper size tire installed
conditionVehicle running with normal size tire
installed
0-4 mm
Vehicle running with improper size
tire installed (Front /rear tire size dif-
ference, wear condition) 4-8 mm, 8- mm
P BRAKE SW [ON/OFF] Condition of parking brake Parking brake operated ON
Parking brake not operated OFF
Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISTF-23
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× : Standard : Not applicable
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Description
Use this mode to determine and identify the details of a malfunction based on self-diagnostic results or data
monitor. AWD control unit gives drive signal to actuat or with receiving command from CONSULT-III to check
operation of actuator.
Test Item
CAUTION:
Do not continuously energize for a long time.
Monitored item (Unit) Monitor Menu
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN
SIGNALS
FR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] ××Wheel speed calculated by front wheel sensor
RH signal is displayed.
FR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] ××Wheel speed calculated by front wheel sensor LH
signal is displayed.
RR RH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] ××Wheel speed calculated by rear wheel sensor RH
signal is displayed.
RR LH SENSOR [km/h] or [mph] ××Wheel speed calculated by rear wheel sensor LH
signal is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT [V] Power supply voltage for AWD control unit
THRTL POS SEN [%] Throttle opening status is displayed.
ETS SOLENOID [A] Monitored value of current at AWD solenoid
STOP LAMP SW [ON/OFF] Stop lamp switch signal status via CAN commu-
nication line is displayed.
ENG SPEED SIG [RUN/STOP] Eng ine status is displayed.
ETS ACTUATOR [ON/OFF] Operating condition of AWD actuator relay (inte-
grated in AWD control unit) is displayed.
4WD WARN LAMP [ON/OFF] Control status of AWD warning lamp is displayed.
4WD MODE SW [AUTO] AWD lock switch is not equipped, but displayed.
4WD MODE MON [AUTO] Control status of AWD is displayed.
DIS-TIRE MONI [mm] Improper size tire installed condition is displayed.
P BRAKE SW [ON/OFF] Parking switch signal status via CAN communi-
cation line is displayed.
Test item Condition Description
ETS S/V
(Detects AWD solenoid valve)  Vehicle stopped
 Engine running
 No DTC detected Change command current value to AWD solenoid, and then change driving
mode. (Monitor value is normal if it is within approximately ±10% of com-
mand value.)
Qu: Increase current value in increments of 0.20A
Qd: Decrease current value in increments of 0.20A
UP: Increase current value in increments of 0.02A
DOWN: Decrease current value in increments of 0.02A
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEMTF-25
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DTC C1204 4WD SOLENOIDINFOID:0000000001327446
CONSULT-III REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA MONITOR MODE
Data are reference value.
*: The values are changed by throttle opening and engine speed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
 Check the following if “4WD SOLENOID [C1204]” is di splayed in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-III.
1.CHECK AWD SOLENOID SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode for “A LL MODE AWD/4WD” with CONSULT-III.
3. Read out the value of “ETS SOLENOID”.
*: The values are changed by throttle opening and engine speed.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect AWD control unit harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
4. Check voltage between AWD control unit harness connector ter- minal 9 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
 10A fuse [No. 21, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
 Harness for short or open between battery and AWD control unit harness connector terminal 9
3.CHECK AWD SOLENOID CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect AWD control unit harness connector.
Monitored item [Unit] Condition Display value
ETS SOLENOID [A] Engine running At idle speed Approx. 0.000A
When depressing accelerator pedal Approx. 0.000 - 2.400A*
Condition Display value
Engine running At idle speed Approx. 0.000A
When depressing accelerator
pedal
Approx. 0.000 - 2.400A*
Connector Terminal Voltage (Approx.)
M92 9 - Ground Battery voltage
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TF-28
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace AWD control unit.
DTC C1210 ENGINE SIGNAL 1INFOID:0000000001327448
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
 Check the following if “ECM SIGNAL 1 [C1210]” is di splayed in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-III.
1.CHECK DTC WITH ECM
Perform self-diagnosis with ECM. Refer to EC-55, "
Emission-Related Diagnostic Information" (VQ engine
models) or EC-633, "
Emission-related Diagnostic Information" (VK engine models).
Is any malfunction detec ted by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
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 DTC
Perform the self-diagnosis, after driving a vehicle for a while.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis with ECM again. Refer to EC-55, "
Emission-Related Diagnostic Informa-
tion" (VQ engine models) or EC-633, "Emission-related Diagnostic Information" (VK engine mod-
els).
DTC U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUITINFOID:0000000001327449
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
 Check the following if “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” is detected in self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-III.
1.CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch “ON” and start engine.
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD” with in CONSULT-III.
3. Perform the self-diagnosis.
Is the
“CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Print out CONSULT-III screen and go to LAN-43, "CAN System Specification Chart".
NO >> INSPECTION END
Power Supply Circuit for AWD Control UnitINFOID:0000000001327443
CONSULT-III REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA MONITOR MODE
Data are reference value.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
Monitored item [Unit] Condition Display value (Approx.)
BATTERY VOLT [V] Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage
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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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WT-18
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Te r m i n a lItem Condition Voltage (V)
Approx. value
+ (wire color) –
15 (G)
Ground Tire pressure
warning check
connector Always 5V
18 (B) Remote keyless entry receiver
(Ground) —0V
19 (R) Remote keyless entry receiver
(Power supply) Stand-by
Press any of the keyfob switch-
es
20 (Y) Remote keyless entry receiver
(Signal) Stand-by
Press any of the keyfob switch-
es
38 (W/L) Ignition switch Ignition switch ON or START Battery voltage (12V) 39 (L) CAN-H — —
40 (P) CAN-L — —
42 (L/R) Battery power supply (Fuse) Always Battery voltage (12V)
45 (G/W) Turn signal (left)  Ignition switch ON
 Combination switch is turn
signal (left)
OCC3879D
OCC3882D
OCC3881D
OCC3880D
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