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EXL-12
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM
Component Parts Location
INFOID:0000000001547104
Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000001547105
AUTO LIGHT OPERATION
The auto light system operates t he low beam and high beam headlamps, parking lamps, tail lamps and license
plate lamps. The BCM monitors the lighting switch (com bination switch) position as a part of the BCM combi-
nation switch reading function. When the lighting switch is in the AUTO position, the BCM automatically turns
the lamps ON/OFF according to ambient light brightness.
NOTE:
Timing for when lamps turn ON/OFF can be changed by the function setting of CONSULT-III. Refer to EXL-23,
"EXTERNAL LAMP : CONSULT-III Function".
COMBINATION SWITCH READING FUNCTION
Refer to BCS-7, "System Description".
1. BCM M18, M19, M20 (view with instru-
ment panel removed) 2. IPDM E/R E122, E123, E124 3. Optical sensor M302
4. Front door switch LH B8
RH B108 5. Rear door switch
LH B18
RH B116 6. Back door switch
D502
7. Combination switch M28
ALLIA0382ZZ
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EXL-24
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)
1: The item is indicated, not monitored
ACTIVE TEST
Monitor item[Unit] Description
IGN ON SW
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from ignition switch
ACC ON SW
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from ignition switch
TURN SIGNAL R
[ON/OFF]
Each switch status that BCM judges from the combination switch reading function
TURN SIGNAL L
[ON/OFF]
HI BEAM SW
[ON/OFF]
HEAD LAMP SW1
[ON/OFF]
HEAD LAMP SW2
[ON/OFF]
LIGHT SW 1ST
[ON/OFF]
AUTO LIGHT SW
[ON/OFF]
PASSING SW
[ON/OFF]
FR FOG SW
[ON/OFF]
CARGO LAMP SW
[ON/OFF]
RR FOG SW
1
[ON/OFF]
—
DOOR SW-DR
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from front door switch LH
DOOR SW-AS
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from front door switch RH
DOOR SW-RR
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from rear door switch RH
DOOR SW- RL
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from rear door switch LH
DOOR SW-BK
[ON/OFF] The switch status input from the back door switch
OPTICAL SENSOR
[V] The value of exterior brightness voltage input from the optical sensor
Test item
Operation Description
TA I L L A M P ON
Transmits the position light request signal to IPDM E/R via CAN commu-
nication to turn the tail lamp ON.
OFF Stops the tail lamp request signal transmission.
HEAD LAMP HI
Transmits the high beam request signal via CAN communication to turn
the headlamp (HI)
LO Transmits the low beam request signal via CAN communication to turn
the headlamp (LO).
OFF Stops the high & low beam request signal transmission.
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EXL-40
< COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS >
OPTICAL SENSOR
OPTICAL SENSOR
DescriptionINFOID:0000000001547140
The optical sensor converts the outside brightness (lux) to voltage and transmits the optical sensor signal to
the BCM.
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000001547141
1.CHECK OPTICAL SENSOR SIGNAL BY CONSULT-III
CONSULT-III
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. Select "OPTICAL SENSOR" of BCM (HEAD LAMP) DATA MONITOR item.
3. Turn the lighting switch to AUTO.
4. With the optical sensor illuminating, check the monitor status.
*: Illuminates the optical sensor. The value may be less than the standard value if brightness is weak.
Is the item status normal?
YES >> Optical sensor is normal.
NO >> Refer to EXL-40, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001547142
1.CHECK OPTICAL SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect BCM connector M18 and optical sensor connector M302.
3. Check continuity between BCM harness connector M18 (A) ter-
minal 18 and optical sensor harness connector M302 (B) termi-
nal 3.
4. Check continuity between BCM harness connector M18 (A) ter- minal 18 and ground.
Are continuity test results as specified?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Repair harness or connector.
2.CHECK OPTICAL SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Monitor item ConditionVoltage
OPTICAL SENSOR When illuminating
3.1V or more *
When shutting off light 0.6V or less
AB
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal Continuity M18 18M302 3Yes
A —Continuity
Connector Terminal
M18 18Ground No
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OPTICAL SENSOREXL-41
< COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS >
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1. Check continuity between BCM harness connector M20 (A) ter- minal 58 and optical sensor harness connector M302 (B) termi-
nal 4.
2. Check continuity between BCM harness connector M20 (A) ter- minal 58 and ground.
Are the continuity test results as specified?
YES >> Replace the optical sensor. Refer to EXL-116, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair harness or connector.
AB
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal Continuity M20 58M302 4Yes
A —Contin u it y
Connector Terminal
M20 58Ground No
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM SYMPTOMSEXL-101
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000001547153
CAUTION:
Perform the self-diagnosis with CONS ULT-III before the symptom diagnosis. Perform the trouble diag-
nosis if any DTC is detected.
Symptom Possible causeInspection item
Headlamp does not
switch to the high beam. One side•Fuse
• Harness between IPDM E/R
and the front combination lamp
• Front combination lamp
(High beam relay)
• IPDM E/R Headlamp (HI) circuit
Refer to
EXL-28
.
Both sides Symptom diagnosis
"BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS DO NOT SWITCH TO HIGH BEAM"
Refer to EXL-104
.
High beam indicator lamp is not turned ON.
(Headlamp switches to the high beam.) • Combination meter
•BCM• Combination meter.
Data monitor "HI-BEAM IND"
• BCM (HEAD LAMP) Active test "HEADLAMP"
Headlamp does not
switch to the low beam. One side
Front combination lamp (Low
beam relay)
—
Both sides • Combination switch
• Harness between the combina-
tion switch and BCM
•BCM Combination switch
Refer to
BCS-36
.
High beam request signal
•BCM
• IPDM E/R IPDM E/R
Data monitor "HL HI REQ"
IPDM E/R —
Headlamp does not turn
ON. One side•Fuse
•Bulb
• Harness between IPDM E/R
and the front combination lamp
• Front combination lamp
• IPDM E/R Headlamp (LO) circuit
Refer to
EXL-30
.
Both sides Symptom diagnosis
"BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS (LO) ARE NOT TURNED ON"
Refer to EXL-105, "
Description".
Headlamp does not turn
OFF. When the ignition
switch is turned ON
•BCM
• Combination switch Combination switch
Refer to
BCS-36
.
The ignition switch is
turned OFF (After acti-
vating the battery sav-
er). IPDM E/R
—
Headlamp is not turned ON/OFF with the lighting
switch AUTO. • Combination switch
• Harness between the combina-
tion switch and BCM
•BCM Combination switch
Refer to
BCS-36
.
• Optical sensor
• Harness between the optical sensor and BCM
•BCM Optical sensor
Refer to
EXL-40
.
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EXL-108
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004913877
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
INFOID:0000000006218447
NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• 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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EXL-116
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001547169
OPTICAL SENSOR
Removal
1. Remove defroster grille. Refer to IP-11, "Exploded View".
2. Disconnect the optical sensor connector.
3. Turn the optical sensor counterclockwise to remove it from defroster grille.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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EXT-2
< SERVICE INFORMATION >
PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004913865
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
INFOID:0000000004913866
NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• 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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