2009 INFINITI QX56 wheel

PRECAUTIONSDLK-225
< PRECAUTION > [WITH INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM]
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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 “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty 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 inoper ative, 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 unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied 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 Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric 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 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel 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 disconnecti ng 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 power 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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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ ..
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..119
PRECAUTION ............................................120
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..120
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 Transfer Assembly and Transfer
Control Unit Replacement .....................................
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Precaution .............................................................121
Service Notice .......................................................122
PREPARATION .........................................123
PREPARATION .............................................. ..123
Special Service Tool ........................................... ..123
Commercial Service Tool ......................................125
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................127
TRANSFER OIL FILTER ................................ ..127
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..127
TRANSFER FLUID ...........................................129
Replacement ....................................................... ..129
Inspection ..............................................................129
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................130
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT ........................ ..130
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..130
FRONT OIL SEAL ............................................131
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..131
REAR OIL SEAL ..............................................133
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..133
SIDE OIL SEAL ................................................135
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..135
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE .....................136
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..136
AIR BREATHER HOSE ....................................137
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..137
TRANSFER MOTOR ........................................140
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..140
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............141
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ............................... ..141
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..141
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ............142
TRANSFER ASSEMBLY ............................... ..142
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..142
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ...........................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..179
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................179
PROPELLER SHAFT: 2F1310
PRECAUTION ............... .............................
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PRECAUTIONS ...............................................181
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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PREPARATION .........................................183
PREPARATION ...............................................183
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..183
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................184
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .........................
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..184
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ...............................185
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................185
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ..185
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............186
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................186
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..186
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ............188
PROPELLER SHAFT ......................................188
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..188
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ...........................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ...............................................................
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General Specification .......................................... ..190
Snap Ring ..............................................................190
PROPELLER SHAFT: 2S1410
PRECAUTION ............... .............................
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PRECAUTIONS ...............................................191
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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PREPARATION ..........................................193
PREPARATION .............................................. .193
Commercial Service Tool .................................... ..193
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................194
NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... .
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..194
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ............................. ..195
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .195
On-Vehicle Service .............................................. ..195
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ..............196
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .196
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..196
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ............199
PROPELLER SHAFT ..................................... .199
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ..199
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............. ............................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............................................................... .
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General Specification .......................................... ..201
Snap Ring ..............................................................201
FRONT FINAL DRIVE: M205
PRECAUTION ....... ....................... ..............
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .203
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 Servicing Front Final Drive .............204
PREPARATION ..........................................205
PREPARATION .............................................. .205
Special Service Tool ............................................ ..205
Commercial Service Tool ......................................207
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ............................208
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... .
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ..208
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................209
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ............................ ..209
Changing Differential Gear Oil ............................. .209
Checking Differential Gear Oil ..............................209
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ..............................210
SIDE OIL SEAL .............................................. ..210
Removal and Installation ...................................... .210
FRONT OIL SEAL ............................................211
Removal and Installation ...................................... .211
CARRIER COVER .......................................... ..214
Removal and Installation ...................................... .214
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .............215
FRONT FINAL DRIVE .................................... ..215
Removal and Installation ...................................... .215
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ...........217
FRONT FINAL DRIVE .................................... ..217
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. .217
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ..........................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
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General Specification ........................................... .234
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................234
REAR FINAL DRIVE: R230
PRECAUTION ............... ............................
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PRECAUTIONS .............................................. ..236
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 Servicing Rear Final Drive .............237
PREPARATION .........................................238
PREPARATION .............................................. ..238
Special Service Tool ............................................ .238
Commercial Service Tool ......................................240
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...........................242
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... ..
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................. .242
DESCRIPTION ..................................................243
Cross-Sectional View ........................................... .243
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE .................244
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ............................ ..244
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOWDLN-9
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Flash rapidly>>Refer to DLN-112, "Diagnosis Procedure".
Flash slowly>>Refer to DLN-113, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (1)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to AUTO position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> GO TO DLN-114, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TIGHT CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM (2)
1. Set 4WD shift switch to 4HI position.
2. Drive vehicle at speed lower than 20 km/h (12 MPH) with steering wheel fully turned.
Does tight corner braking symptom occur?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO DLN-118, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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4WD SYSTEM
 Displays 4LO condition while engine is running. 4LO indi
cator lamp flashes if transfer gear does not shift
completely under 2WD, AUTO, 4H ⇔4LO. (When 4WD warning lamp is turned on, 4LO indicator lamp is
turned off.)
 Turns ON for approximately 1 second when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check.
4WD WARNING LAMP
Turns on or flashes when there is a malfunction in 4WD system.
Also turns on when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp che\
ck. Turns OFF approximately 1 sec-
ond after the engine starts if system is normal.
4WD Warning Lamp Indication
ATP WARNING LAMP
When the A/T selector lever is in P position, the vehicle may move if the transfer case is in neutral. ATP warn-
ing lamp is turned on to indicate this condition to the driver.
LINE PRESSURE SWITCH
 With the transfer system design, cont rol of the oil pressure provides the transmission of drive torque to the
front wheels. The main pressure to control the oil pressure is referred to as the line pressure.
 The line pressure switch determines whether or not adequate line pressure has built up under different oper-
ating conditions.
 The line pressure switch closes when line pressure is produced.
 The line pressure switch senses line pressure abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH
 The clutch pressure switch determines whether or not adequate clutch pressure has built up under different
operating conditions.
 The clutch pressure switch closes when clutch pressure is produced.
 The clutch pressure switch senses clutch pressu re abnormalities and turns the 4WD warning lamp ON.
WAIT DETECTION SWITCH
 The wait detection switch operates when there is circulating torque produced in the propeller shaft (L→H) or
when there is a phase difference between 2-4 sleeve and clutch drum (H →L). After the release of the circu-
lating torque, the wait detection switch helps provi de the 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) shifts. A difference
may occur between the operation of the 4WD shift swit ch and actual drive mode. At this point, the wait
detection switch senses an actual drive mode.
 The wait detection switch operates as follows.
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) locked: ON
- 4WD lock gear (clutch drum) released: OFF
 The wait detection switch senses an actual drive mode and the 4WD shift indicator lamp indicates the vehi-
cle drive mode.
ATP SWITCH
ATP switch detects if transfer case is in neutral by the position of the L-H shift fork.
NOTE:
Transfer case may be in neutral when shifting between 4H-4LO.
NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
The neutral-4LO switch detects that tr ansfer gear is in neutral or 4LO (or shifting from neutral to 4LO) condi-
tion by L-H shift fork position.
Condition 4WD warning lamp
System normal OFF
Lamp check Turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON.
Turns OFF after engine start.
4WD system malfunction ON
During self-diagnosis Flashes malfunction mode.
Large difference in diameter of front/
rear tires Flashes slow (1 flash / 2 seconds)
(Continues to flash until the ignition switch is turned OFF)
High fluid temperature in transfer case Flashes rapidly (2 flashes / 1 second)
(Continues to flash until fluid temperature returns to normal)
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4WD SYSTEMDLN-15
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TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The transfer fluid temperature sensor detects the trans fer fluid temperature and sends a signal to the transfer
control unit.
TRANSFER MOTOR
 The transfer motor drives the sub-oil pump to provi de proper lubrication and oil pressure control when the
vehicle is at standstill, during low-speed operations or is being driven in reverse.
 The main oil pump is operated by the driving force of t he mainshaft. In other words, sufficient oil pressure
buildup does not occur when the vehicle is at standsti ll or during low-speed operations. While the vehicle is
being driven in reverse, the main oil pump rotates in the reverse direction. Therefore the main oil pump does
not discharge oil pressure. During any of the above vehi cle operations, the transfer motor drives the sub-oil
pump to compensate for insufficient oil pressure.
 The transfer motor operates as follows:
- The motor relay turns OFF in the 2WD mode.
- The motor relay operates as described in the table below in modes other than the 2WD mode.
 4WD shift switch, transmission range switch, Neutral-4LO switch, vehicle speed sensor and throttle position
sensor are used in conjunction with the transfer motor.
Transfer Motor Relay Operation
*: After 2.5 seconds have elapsed.
CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE
The clutch pressure solenoid valve distributes front and rear torque in AUTO mode.
2-4WD SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE
The 2-4WD shift solenoid valve operates to apply oil pressure to the wet-multiplate clutch, depending on the
drive mode. The driving force is trans mitted to the front wheels through the clutch so the vehicle is set in the
4WD mode. Setting the vehicle in the 2WD mode requires no pressure buildup. In other words, pressure force
applied to the wet-multiplate clutch becomes zero.
TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
Integrates actuator motor and actuator position switch.
4WD shift switch A/T selector lever position Vehicle speed
(VSS) Accelerator pedal position Motor relay drive
command
2WD — — — OFF
4H (LOCK) and 4LO N position 0 — ON
P position 0
0 - 0.07/8 OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD 1/8 - MAX ON
Other than R position 0 < VSS
≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
R position — — ON
R position — — ON
AUTO P or N position 0
0 - 0.07/8 OFF*
0.07/8 - 1/8 HOLD 1/8 - MAX ON
0 < VSS ≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
Other than R, P and N posi-
tion 0 < VSS
≤ 50 km/h (31 MPH)
— ON
50 km/h (31 MPH) < VSS < 55 km/h (34 MPH) HOLD
55 km/h (34 MPH) ≤ VSS OFF
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT)
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12. Move A/T selector lever to N position.
13. Turn 4WD shift switch to AUTO position.
14. Move A/T selector lever to P position.
15. Read the flickering of 4WD warning lamp.
Self-diagnosis example
ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS
 In order to make it easier to find the cause of hard-to-duplicate malfunctions, malfunction information is
stored into the control unit as necessary during use by the user. This memory is not erased no matter how
many times the ignition switch is turned ON and OFF.
 However, this information is erased by turning igni tion switch OFF after performing self-diagnostics or by
erasing the memory using the CONSULT-III.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Connect CONSULT-III.
2. Touch DATA MONITOR.
3. Select from SELECT MONITOR ITEM, screen of data monitor mode is displayed.
NOTE:
When malfunction is detected, CONSUL T-III performs REAL-TIME DIAGNOSIS.
Also, any malfunction detected while in th is mode will be displayed at real time.
Display Item List
×: Standard –: Not applicable
PDIA0227E
Monitored item (Unit) Monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN
SIGNALS SELEC-
TION FROM MENU
VHCL/S SEN·FR [km/h] or [mph] ×–×Wheel speed calculated by ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit).
Signal input with CAN communication line.
VHCL/S SEN·RR [km/h] or [mph] ×–×Wheel speed calculated by TCM.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
ENGINE SPEED [rpm] ×–×Engine speed calculated by ECM.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
THRTL POS SEN [V] ×–×Accelerator peda
l position (APP) sensor sig-
nal voltage is displayed.
Signal input with CAN communication line.
FLUID TEMP SE [V] ×–×Transfer fluid temperature sensor signal volt-
age is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT [V] ×–×Power supply voltage for transfer control unit.
2WD SWITCH [ON/OFF] ×–×4WD shift switch status is displayed.
AUTO SWITCH [ON/OFF] ×–×4WD shift switch status is displayed.
LOCK SWITCH [ON/OFF] ×–×4WD shift switch status is displayed.
(LOCK means 4H of 4WD shift switch.)
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TRANSFER CONTROL UNITDLN-81
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ECU DIAGNOSIS
TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
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VALUE ON THE DIAGNOSIS TOOL
CONSULT-III data monitor item
Monitored item [Unit] Content Condition Display value
VHCL/S SEN·FR [km/h]
or [mph] Wheel speed (Front
wheel) Vehicle stopped 0 km/h (0 mph)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under standard condition.
Approximately
equal to the indica-
tion on speedome-
ter (Inside of
±
10%)
VHCL/S SEN·RR [km/h]
or [mph] Wheel speed (Rear
wheel) Vehicle stopped 0 km/h (0 mph)
Vehicle running
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under standard condition.
Approximately
equal to the indica-
tion on speedome-
ter (Inside of
±
10%)
ENGINE SPEED [rpm ] Engine speed Engine stopped
(Engine speed: Less than 400 rpm)
0 rpm
Engine running
(Engine speed: 400 rpm or more) Approximately
equal to the indica-
tion on tachometer
THRTL POS SEN [V] Accelertor pedal position
(APP) sensor signal volt-
age Accelerator pedal: Released Approx. 0.5V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Approx. 4.0V
FLUID TEMP SE [V] Transfer fluid tempera-
ture signal voltage Transfer fluid temperature approx. 20 - 80
°C (68 - 176 °F) Approx. 1.1 - 0.3V
BATTERY VOLT [V] Power supply voltage for
transfer control unit Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage
2WD SWITCH [ON/OFF] Input condition from 4WD
shift switch 4WD shift switch: 2WD ON
4WD shift switch: AUTO, 4H or 4LO OFF
AUTO SWITCH [ON/
OFF] Input condition from 4WD
shift switch 4WD shift switch: AUTO ON
4WD shift switch: 2WD, 4H or 4LO OFF
LOCK SWITCH [ON/
OFF] Input condition from 4WD
shift switch 4WD shift switch: 4H ON
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4LO OFF
4L SWITCH [ON/OFF] Input condition from 4WD
shift switch 4WD shift switch: 4LO ON
4WD shift switch: 2WD, AUTO or 4H OFF
N POSI SW TF [ON/
OFF] Condition of neutral-4LO
switch  Vehicle stopped
 Engine running
 A/T selector lever N posi-
tion
 Brake pedal depressed 4WD shift switch: 2WD,
AUTO or 4H
OFF
4WD shift switch: 4H to
4LO (While actuator mo-
tor is operating.) OFF
→ON
4WD shift switch: 4LO to
4H (While actuator motor
is operating.) ON
→OFF
4WD shift switch: 4LO ON
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