2008 INFINITI QX56 ignition

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INTAKE SENSOR
INTAKE SENSOR
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001679821
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
Intake Sensor
The intake sensor is located on t
he heater & cooling unit assembly. It
converts temperature of air after if passes through the evaporator
into a resistance value which is then input to the A/C auto amp.
Intake Sensor Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001679822
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR INTAKE SENSOR
SYMPTOM: Intake sensor circuit is open or shorted. Using the CON-
SULT-III, DTC B2581 or B2582 is displayed. Without a CONSULT-III,
code 56 or 57 is indicated on A/C auto amp. as a result of conducting
self-diagnosis.
1.CHECK VOLTAGE BETWEEN IN TAKE SENSOR AND GROUND
1. Disconnect intake sensor connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between intake sensor harness connector M146 terminal 2 and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 4.
2.CHECK CIRCUIT CONTINUITY BETWEEN INTAKE SENSOR AND A/C AUTO AMP.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect A/C auto amp. connector.
3. Check continuity between intake sensor harness connector M146 (B) terminal 1 and A/C auto amp. harness connector M49
(A) terminal 26.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair harness or connector.
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2 - Ground : Approx. 5V
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1 - 26: Continuity should exist.
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INTAKE SENSORHAC-87
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3.CHECK INTAKE SENSOR
Check intake sensor. Refer to HAC-87, "
Intake Sensor Component Inspection".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> 1. Replace A/C auto amp. Refer to VTL-7, "Removal and Installation".
2. Go to HAC-22, "
A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis" and perform self-diagnosis.
NO >> 1. Replace intake sensor. Refer to VTL-11, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Go to HAC-22, "
A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis" and perform self-diagnosis.
4.CHECK CIRCUIT CONTINUITY BETWEEN INTAKE SENSOR AND A/C AUTO AMP.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect A/C auto amp. connector.
3. Check continuity between intake sensor harness connector M146 (B) terminal 2 and A/C auto amp. harness connector M49
(A) terminal 11.
4. Check continuity between intake sensor harness connector M146 (B) terminal 2 and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> 1. Replace A/C auto amp. Refer to VTL-7, "Removal and Installation".
2. Go to HAC-22, "
A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis" and perform self-diagnosis.
NO >> Repair harness or connector.
Intake Sensor Component InspectionINFOID:0000000001679823
COMPONENT INSPECTION
Intake Sensor
After disconnecting intake sensor connector, measure resistance
between terminals 1 and 2 at sensor harness side, using the table
below.
If NG, replace intake sensor. Refer to VTL-11, "
Removal and Installa-
tion".2 - 11
: Continuity should exist.
2 - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
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Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance kΩ
− 15 (5) 209.0
− 10 (14) 160.0
− 5 (23) 123.0
0 (32) 95.8
5 (41) 74.9
10 (50) 58.9
15 (59) 46.7
20 (68) 37.3
25 (77) 30.0
30 (86) 24.2
35 (95) 19.7
40 (104) 16.1
45 (113) 13.2
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT FOR CONTROLLER
HAC-89
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Check main power supply and ground circuit. Refer to HAC-89, "A/C Auto Amp Power and Ground Diagnosis
Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> System OK.
NO >> Replace A/C auto amp. Refer to VTL-7, "
Removal and Installation".
A/C Auto Amp Power and Ground Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001679826
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR A/C SYSTEM
SYMPTOM: A/C system does not come on.
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUITS FOR A/C AUTO AMP.
1. Disconnect A/C auto amp. connectors.
2. Check voltage between A/C auto amp. harness connector M49 (B) terminal 15 and M50 (A) terminal 27, and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Check 10A fuses [Nos. 8 and 19, located in the fuse block (J/B)]. Refer to PG-70, "
Terminal
Arrangement".
• If fuses are OK, check harness for open circuit. Repair or replace as necessary.
• If fuses are NG, replace fuse and check harness fo r short circuit. Repair or replace as neces-
sary.
2. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT FOR A/C AUTO AMP.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check continuity between A/C auto amp. harness connector M50 terminal 36 and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
OK >> Replace A/C auto amp. Refer to VTL-7, "Removal and
Installation".
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
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Terminals Ignition switch position
(+)
(-) OFF ACC ON
A/C auto
amp. con- nector Te r m i n a l N o .
M49 15 GroundApprox. 0V Approx. 0V
Battery
voltage
M50 27 Battery
voltage Battery
voltage Battery
voltage
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36 - Ground : Continuity should exist.
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HAC-90
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
ECU DIAGNOSIS
AIR CONDITIONER CONTROL
A/C Auto Amp. Terminals Reference ValuesINFOID:0000000001679827
Measure voltage between each terminal and ground by following
Terminals and Reference Value for A/C auto amp. (1).
A/C AUTO AMP. HARNESS CONNECTOR TERMINAL LAYOUT
TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES FOR A/C AUTO AMP.
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No. Wire
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Ignition
switch Condition
Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
1 G/O Optical sensor (driver) ON- 0 - 5V
2 L Air mix door motor (passe nger) ON-Battery voltage
3 P V ref ACTR (ground) ON- 5V
4 W/R Compressor ON signal ON A/C switch OFF
5V
ON A/C switch ON 0V
5 L/R Fan ON signal ON Blower switch OFF
5V
ON Blower switch ON 0V
6 SB Air mix door motor (driver) feedback ON -0 - 5V
7 GR Mode door motor feedback ON- 0 - 5V
8 R/L Illumination + ON Park lamps ONBattery voltage
9 BR Illumination - - Park lamps ON
10 LG/B Defroster door motor feedback ON -0 - 5V
11 L/B Intake sensor ON- 0 - 5V
12 G/Y Variable blower control (rear) ON- 0 - 5V
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AIR CONDITIONER CONTROLHAC-91
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13 G/R Variable blower control (front) ONBlower speed (low)
1.7V
Blower speed (high) 4.5V
14 G/W Air mix door motor (passenger) CW ON Clockwise rotation Battery voltage
15 Y/G Power supply for IGN ON- Battery voltage
17 W/G Air mix door motor (driver) CW ON Clockwise rotationBattery voltage
18 G Air mix door motor (driver) CCW ON Co unterclockwise rotationBattery voltage
19 BR/W Mode door motor CW (front) ON Clockwise rotationBattery voltage
20 P/L Mode door motor CCW ON Counterclockwise rotationBattery voltage
21 G/B Intake door motor CCW ON Counterclockwise rotationBattery voltage
22 O Intake door motor CW ON Clockwise rotationBattery voltage
23 LG Defroster door motor CW ON Clockwise rotationBattery voltage
24 P/B Defroster door motor CCW ON Counterclockwise rotationBattery voltage
25 P Ambient sensor ON- 0 - 5V
26 V/R Sensor ground ON- 0V
27 Y/R Power supply for BAT -- Battery voltage
28 Y V ref ACTR (5V) ON- 0 - 5V
29 R/W Air mix door motor (passenger) feed-
back
ON
- 0 - 5V
30 R/Y Mode door motor (Rear) feedback ON -0 - 5V
31 BR/Y In-vehicle sensor motor (+) ON- Battery voltage
32 LG/R In-vehicle sensor signal ON- 0 - 5V
33 R/Y Air mix door motor (Rear) feedback ON -0 - 5V
36 B Ground -- 0V
40 P CAN-L ON- 0 - 5V
41 L CAN-H ON- 0 - 5V
42 W/V Optical sensor (passenger) ON- 0 - 5V
43 GR/R Mode door motor (Rear) CW ONClockwise rotation Battery voltage
44 L/Y Mode door motor (Rear) CCW ON Coun terclockwise rotationBattery voltage
45 Y/L Water valve ONWater valve open
Battery voltage
Water valve closed 0V
46 W/G Water valve ONWater valve open
0V
Water valve closed Battery voltage
47 O LIN BUS (rear) ON- Battery voltage
48 O LIN BUS (front) ON- Battery voltage
49 GR/R Air mix door motor (Rear) CW ONClockwise rotation Battery voltage
50 L/Y Air mix door motor (Rear) CCW ON Co unterclockwise rotationBattery voltage
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No. Wire
color ItemIgnition
switch Condition Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
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MEMORY FUNCTION DOES NOT OPERATEHAC-121
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MEMORY FUNCTION DOES NOT OPERATE
Memory Function CheckINFOID:0000000001679837
SYMPTOM: Memory function does not operate.
INSPECTION FLOW
1.CONFIRM SYMPTOM BY PERFORMING OPER ATIONAL CHECK - MEMORY FUNCTION
1. Set the temperature to 32° C (90°F).
2. Rotate the front blower control di al (driver) to turn system OFF.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Press the AUTO switch.
6. Confirm that the set temperature remains at previous temperature.
7. Rotate the front blower control dial (LH) to turn system OFF.
Can the symptom be duplicated?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM COMPLETE OPERATIONAL CHECK
Perform a complete operational check and check for any symptoms. Refer to HAC-4, "
Operational Check
(Front)".
Can a symptom be duplicated?
YES >> Refer to HAC-3, "How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis For Quick And Accurate Repair".
NO >> System OK.
3.CHECK FOR SERVICE BULLETINS
Check for any service bulletins.
>> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform self-diagnosis to check for any codes. Refer to HAC-22, "
A/C Auto Amp. Self-Diagnosis".
Are any self-diagnosis codes present?
YES >> Refer to HAC-23, "A/C System Self-Diagnosis Code Chart".
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Check main power supply and ground circuit. Refer to HAC-88, "
A/C Auto Amp. Component Function Check".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Repair or replace as necessary.
6.RECHECK FOR SYMPTOMS
Perform a complete operational check for any symptoms. Refer to HAC-4, "
Operational Check (Front)".
Does another symptom exist?
YES >> Refer to HAC-3, "How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis For Quick And Accurate Repair".
NO >> Replace A/C Auto amp. Refer to VTL-7, "
Removal and Installation".
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HAC-122
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint Syst
em (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)INFOID:0000000001679839
WARNING:
• CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refr igerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants
are mixed compressor failure is likely to occur. Refer to HA-4, "
Contaminated Refrigerant". To deter-
mine the purity of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehic le and recovery tank, use Refrigerant Recovery/
Recycling Recharging equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.
• Use only specified oil for the HFC-134a (R-134a) A/C system and HFC-134a (R-134a) components. If
oil other than that specified is used, compressor failure is likely to occur.
• The specified HFC-134a (R-134a) oi l rapidly absorbs moisture from the atmosphere. The following
handling precautions must be observed:
- When removing refrigerant components from a vehicle, immediately cap (seal) the component to
minimize the entry of moisture from the atmosphere.
- When installing refrigerant co mponents to a vehicle, do not remove the caps (unseal) until just
before connecting the components. Connect all refrigerant loop components as quickly as possible
to minimize the entry of moisture into system.
- Only use the specified oil from a sealed container. Immediately reseal containers of oil. Without proper sealing, oil will become moisture saturat ed and should not be used.
- Avoid breathing A/C refrigerant and oil vapor or mist. Exposure may irrita te eyes, nose and throat.
Remove HFC-134a (R-134a) from the A/C system usin g certified service equipment meeting require-
ments of SAE J2210 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recycling equipment], or J2209 [HFC-134a (R-134a) recy-
cling equipment], If accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming
service. Additional health and safety information may be obtain ed from refrigerant and oil manufac-
turers.
- Do not allow A/C oil to come in contact with styrofoam parts. Damage may result.
CONTAMINATED REFRIGERANT
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
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NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
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• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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