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SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 7
1.CHECK CONDITION OF AIR BAG MODULE
Inspect for any deployed air bag modules or seat belt pre-tensioners.
Are any air bag modules or s eat belt pre-tensioners deployed?
YES >> Refer to SR-20, "For Frontal Collision" or SR-22, "For Side and Rollover Collision".
NO >> GO TO 2
2.CHECK THE AIR BAG FUSE
Check 10A fuse [No. 13, locat ed in the fuse block (J/B)].
Is the fuse blown?
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No >> GO TO 4
3.CHECK AIR BAG FUSE AGAIN
Replace 10A fuse [No. 13, located in the fu se block (J/B)] and turn ignition switch ON.
Does the fuse blow again?
YES >> Replace harness.
NO >> Inspection End.
4.CHECK AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
Connect CONSULT-III.
Is
“AIR BAG” displayed on CONSULT-III?
YES >> GO TO 5
NO >> Visually inspect the air bag diagnosis sensor unit harness connections. If the connections are OK,
replace the air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SR-17, "
Removal and Installation".
5.CHECK HARNESS CONNECTION
Check for loose connections between the combination meter and the air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
Are there any loose connections?
Yes >> Properly connect the combination meter and air bag diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors. If
“AIR BAG” warning lamp still does not turn off, replace the wiring harness.
No >> Replace air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 8
1.CHECK METER FUSE
Check the 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fuse block (J/B)] .
Is the fuse blown?
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No >> GO TO 3
2.REPLACE METER FUSE AND CHECK AGAIN
Replace 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fu se block (J/B)] and turn ignition switch ON.
Does the fuse blow again?
Yes >> Replace harness.
No >> Inspection End.
3.CHECK HARNESS CONNECTIONS BET WEEN AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT AND COMBINA-
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TION METER Inspect the harness and connectors between the air bag diagnosis sensor unit and the combination meter.
Do the harness or connectors have any visible damage?
Yes >> Replace harness.
No >> GO TO 4
4.CHECK COMBINATION METER
Disconnect the air bag diagnosis sensor unit harnes s connectors and turn ignition switch ON.
Does
“AIR BAG” warning lamp turn on?
Yes >> Replace the air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SR-17, "Removal and Installation".
No >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to MWI-102, "
Removal and Installation".
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PASSENGER SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM
PASSENGER SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM
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1.SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
Turn ignition switch ON.
Does the seat belt warning lamp come ON?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> • Check 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fuse block (J/B)]. • Check seat belt buckle switch LH.
• Check harness between combination meter and seat belt buckle switch LH.
• Check combination meter. Refer to MWI-25, "
CONSULT-III Function (METER/M&A)".
2.SEAT BELT BUCKLE LH
Fasten the seat belt buckle LH.
Does the seat belt warning lamp go OFF?
YES >> GO TO 3
NO >> • Check seat belt buckle switch LH. • Check harness between combination meter and seat belt buckle switch LH.
3.OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
Have a helper sit in the passenger seat.
Does the seat belt warning lamp go ON?
YES >> GO TO 4
NO >> • Check occupant classification system. Refer to SRC-10, "
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)".
• Check harness between occupant classification control unit and air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
4.SEAT BELT BUCKLE RH
Fasten the seat belt buckle RH.
Does the seat belt warning lamp go OFF?
YES >> System OK.
NO >> • Check seat belt buckle switch RH. • Check harness between seat belt buckle switch RH and air bag diagnosis sensor unit.
• Replace air bag diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SR-17, "
Removal and Installation".
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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 “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 for SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER" Service
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• Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS ci rcuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min- utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are remov ed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt pre-
tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SR S connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes have
passed.
• The air bag diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “ ⇐” pointing toward the front
of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.
• The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
• Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
• Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
• After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
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Replace occupant classification system control uni t and passenger front seat cushion as an assembly.
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STEERING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ................ ...............................3
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....3
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 Steering System ................................4
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................6
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ...............................7
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ........................ .....7
System Diagram .................................................. ......7
System Description ...................................................7
Component Parts Location ........................................7
Component Description .............................................8
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS ..........................9
HEATED STEERING WHEEL ........................ .....9
Wiring Diagram ................................................... ......9
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ..............................12
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ ....
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NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ....12
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................13
POWER STEERING FLUID ........................... ....13
Checking Fluid Level ........................................... ....13
Checking Fluid Leakage ..........................................13
Air Bleeding Hydraulic System ................................13
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................15
STEERING WHEEL ..........................................15
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service ..................... ....15
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP .......................17
On-Vehicle Inspection and Service .........................17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............18
STEERING WHEEL ..........................................18
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....18
TILT SYSTEM ...................................................19
Removal and Installation .........................................19
STEERING COLUMN ........................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ....23
Removal and Installation .........................................23
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP .......................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
HYDRAULIC LINE ............................................27
Removal and Installation .........................................27
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..............29
STEERING COLUMN ........................................29
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. ....29
POWER STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE ....32
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................32
POWER STEERING OIL PUMP .......................35
Disassembly and Assembly .....................................35
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .............................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Steering Wheel .................................................... ....36
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Steering Column .....................................................36
Steering Outer Socket and Inner Socket ................37
Steering Gear .........................................................38
Oil Pump .............................................................. ...38
Steering Fluid ..........................................................38
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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 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 whether 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.
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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 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 a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
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 Before disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the unit.
 Disassembly should be done in a clean work area. It is im portant to prevent the internal parts from becoming
contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.
 For easier and proper assembly, place disassembled parts in order on a parts rack.
 Use nylon cloth or paper towels to clean the parts; co mmon shop rags can leave lint that might interfere with
their operation.
 Before inspection or reassembly, carefully clean all parts with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent.
 Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent to hydraulic parts.
Petroleum jelly may be applied to O-rings and seals. Do not use any grease.
 Replace all gaskets, seals and O-rings. Avoid damaging O-rings, seals and gaskets during installation. Per-
form functional tests whenever designated.
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