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CHARGING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION .......
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
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Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
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Precaution for Power Generation Variable Voltage
Control System ..........................................................
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PREPARATION ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
BASIC INSPECTION ....................................5
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ..... .....5
Work Flow ........................................................... ......5
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................8
CHARGING SYSTEM ..................................... .....8
System Diagram .................................................. ......8
System Description ...................................................8
Component Description ............................................8
POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARI-
ABLE CONTROL SYSTEM .................................
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System Diagram .................................................. ......9
System Description ...................................................9
Component Description .............................................9
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS .........................10
CHARGING SYSTEM PRELIMINARY IN-
SPECTION ....... .................................................
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Inspection Procedure ........................................... ....10
POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARI-
ABLE CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATION IN-
SPECTION ........................................................
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Inspection Procedure ........................................... ....11
B TERMINAL CIRCUIT .....................................13
Description ...............................................................13
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................13
L TERMINAL CIRCUIT .....................................14
Description ...............................................................14
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................14
S TERMINAL CIRCUIT .....................................15
Description ...............................................................15
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................15
CHARGING SYSTEM .......................................16
Wiring Diagram ........................................................16
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ..............................21
CHARGING SYSTEM .......................................21
Symptom Table ................................................... ....21
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................22
GENERATOR ....................................................22
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....22
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... ...
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GENERATOR ....................................................23
Generator ............................................................ ....23
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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-
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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-
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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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the
″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Power Generation Variable Voltage Control SystemINFOID:0000000001538880
CAUTION:
For this model, the battery current sensor that is installed to the negative battery cable measures the
charging/discharging current of the battery and performs various engine controls. If an electrical com-
ponent is connected directly to the negative battery terminal, the current flowing through that compo-
nent will not be measured by the battery current sensor. This condition may cause a malfunction of
the engine control system and battery discharge m ay occur. Do not connect an electrical component
or ground wire directly to the battery terminal.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001538881
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001538882
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
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(J-48087)
Battery Service Center Te s t s b a t t e r y.
For operating instructions, refer to Technical
Service Bulletin and Battery Service Center
User Guide.
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(J-44373) Model 620
Starting/Charging system tester Tests starting and charging systems.
For operating instructions, refer to Technical
Service Bulletin.
WKIA5280E
SEL403X
Tool name
Description
Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts
PBIC0190E
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
NOTE:
To ensure a complete and thorough diagnosis, the battery, starter and generator test segments must be done
as a set from start to finish.
1.PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Perform the preliminary inspection. Refer to CHG-10, "
Inspection Procedure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.DISABLE THE POWER GENERATION VO LTAGE VARIABLE CONTROL SYSTEM
Disable the power generation voltage variable control with either of the following procedures.
• After selecting “ENGINE” on the “SELECT SYSTEM” screen of CONSULT-III, set the “ALTERNATOR DUTY” value to 0 % by selecting “ALTERNATOR DUTY” with “Active Test”. Continue “Active Test” until the end of
inspection. (When the DUTY value is 0 or 100 %, the normal power generation is performed according to the
characteristic of the IC regulator of the generator.)
• Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery current sensor connector and leave it disconnected dur-
ing the course of the test.
NOTE:
Running the engine with the battery current sensor disconnected will cause DTC's (P1550-P1554) to set.
After finishing the inspection, connect the battery current sensor connector and erase the self-diagnostic
results history of the engine using CONSULT-III.
>> GO TO 3.
3.DIAGNOSIS WITH STARTING /CHARGING SYSTEM TESTER
Perform the charging system test using Starting/Charging System Test er (J-44373). For details and operating
instructions, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
Te s t r e s u l t
CHARGING SYSTEM NOMAL>>Charging system is normal and will also show “DIODE RIPPLE” test result.
NO CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 4.
LOW CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 12.
HIGH CHARGING VOLTAGE>>GO TO 14.
DIODE RIPPLE NORMAL>>Diode ripple is OK and will also show “CHARGING VOLTAGE” test result.
EXCESS RIPPLE DETECTED>>Replace the generator. Perf orm “DIODE RIPPLE” test again using Starting/
Charging System Tester (J -44373) to confirm repair.
DIODE RIPPLE NOT DETECTED>>GO TO 4.
4.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IGNITION SWITCH IS ON)
Turn the ignition switch ON.
Does the charge warning lamp illuminate?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.TERMINAL“2” (OPEN) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “2” circuit for open circuits. Refer to CHG-14, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“2” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator.
NO >> Repair as needed.
6.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (IDLING)
Start the engine and run it at idle.
Does the charge warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> GO TO 7.
7.TERMINAL “2”(SHORT) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “2” circuit for short to ground. Refer to CHG-14, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“2” circuit normal?
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YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Repair as needed.
8.TERMINAL“3” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “3” circuit. Refer to CHG-15, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“3” circuit normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Repair as needed.
9.INSPECTION WITH CHARGE WARNING LAMP (ENGINE AT 3,000 RPM)
Increase and maintain the engine speed at 3,000 rpm.
Does the charge warning lamp remain off?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> GO TO 10.
10.INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley.
Is generator pulley normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
11 .TERMINAL “1” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “1””circuit. Refer to CHG-13, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is terminal
“1” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
12.TERMINAL “1” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal “1” circuit. Refer to CHG-13, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is terminal
“1” circuit normal?
YES >> GO TO 13.
NO >> Repair as needed.
13.INSPECTION OF GENERATOR PULLEY
Check generator pulley.
Is generator pulley normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
14.TERMINAL “3” CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check terminal“3” circuit. Refer to CHG-15, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the terminal
“3” circuit normal?
YES >> Replace generator. Refer to CHG-22, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair as needed.
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FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS
CHARGING SYSTEM
System DiagramINFOID:0000000001696178
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000001696179
The generator provides DC voltage to operate the vehicle's electrical system and to keep the battery charged.
The voltage output is controlled by the IC regulator.
Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000001696180
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Component part Description
Generator Terminal “1”
Refer to CHG-13, "
Description".
Terminal “2” Refer to CHG-15, "
Description".
Terminal “3” Refer to CHG-14, "
Description".
Terminal “4” Used for the power generation voltage variable control system.
Refer to
CHG-9, "
System Description".
Combination meter (C harge warning lamp) The IC regulator warning function activates to illuminate the
charge warning lamp if any of the following symptoms occur while
generator is operating:
• Excessive voltage is produced.
• No voltage is produced.
IPDM E/R Used for the power generation voltage variable control system.
Refer to
CHG-9, "
System Description".
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