2011 INFINITI QX56 ABS

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Transmit unit Signal name Description
ECM CAN com-
munica-
tionClosed throttle position signal Receives idle position state (ON/OFF)
Accelerator pedal position signal Receives accelerator pedal position (angle)
ICC prohibition signal
Receives an operable/inoperable state of the ICC sys-
tem
ICC steering switch
signal Main switch signal
Receives the operational state of the ICC steering
switch
SET/COAST switch
signal
CANCEL switch sig-
nal
RESUME/ACCEL-
ERATE switch signal
DISTANCE switch
signal
Engine speed signal Receives engine speed
Stop lamp switch signal Receives an operational state of the brake pedal
ICC brake switch signal Receives an operational state of the brake pedal
Snow mode signal Receives an operational state of the snow mode
TCM CAN com-
munica-
tionInput speed signal Receives the number of revolutions of input shaft
Current gear position signal Receives a current gear position
Shift position signal Receives a selector lever position
Output shaft revolution signal Receives the number of revolutions of output shaft
ABS actuator
and electric unit
(control unit) CAN com-
munica-
tionABS malfunction signal Receives
a malfunction state of ABS
ABS operation signal Receives an operational state of ABS
ABS warning lamp signal Receives an ON/OFF state of ABS warning lamp
TCS malfunction signal Receives a malfunction state of TCS
TCS operation signal Receives an operational state of TCS
VDC OFF switch signal Receives an ON/OFF state of VDC
VDC malfunction signal Receives a malfunction state of VDC
VDC operation signal Receives an operational state of VDC
Vehicle speed signal (ABS) Receives wheel speeds of four wheels
Stop lamp switch signal Receives an operational state of the brake pedal
Yaw rate signal Receives yaw rate acting on the vehicle
Combination
meter CAN com-
munica-
tion
Parking brake switch signal Receives an operational state of the parking brake
BCM CAN com-
munica-
tion
Front wiper request signal Receives an operational state of front wiper(s)
Steering angle
sensor CAN com-
munica-
tionSteering angle sensor malfunction signal Receives a malfunction state of steering angle sensor
Steering angle sensor signal
Receives the number of revolutions, turning direction of
the steering wheel
Steering angle speed signal Receives the turning angle speed of the steering wheel
Transfer control
unit CAN com-
munica-
tion
Current 4WD mode signal Receives a mode selection state of the 4WD mode
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SYSTEM
Output Signal Item
DESCRIPTION
Intelligent Cruise Control
The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system maintains a se
lected distance from the vehicle in front of own vehi-
cle within the speed range of 0 to 144 km/h (0 to 90 MPH) up to the set speed.
The set speed can be selected by the driver between 32 to 144 km/h (20 to 90 MPH).
The vehicle travels at a set speed when the road ahead is clear.
The ICC system can be set to one of two cruise control modes:
CAUTION:
Never set the cruise speed exceed ing the posted speed limit.
Vehicle-to-vehicle Distance Control Mode
ICC sensorITS com-
munica-
tionICC sensor signal
Receives detection results, such as the presence or ab-
sence of a leading vehicle and distance from the vehicle
IBA OFF switch IBA OFF switch signal Receives an ON/OFF state of the IBA OFF switch Transmit unit Signal name Description
Reception unit Signal name Description
ECM CAN commu-
nicationICC operation signal
Transmits an ICC operation signal necessary for Intel-
ligent Cruise Control
TCM CAN commu-
nicationICC operation signal Transmits an ICC operation signal necessary for Intel-
ligent Cruise Control via ECM
ABS actuator
and electric
unit (control
unit) CAN commu-
nication
Brake fluid pressure control signal
Transmits a brake fluid pressure control signal to acti-
vates the brake
Combination
meter CAN commu-
nicationMeter display
signal Own vehicle indicator
signal
Transmits a signal to display a state of the system on
the information display
Vehicle ahead detec-
tion indicator signal
Set vehicle speed indi-
cator signal
Set distance indicator
signal
SET switch indicator
signal
MAIN switch indicator
signal
ICC warning lamp signal Transmits an ICC warning lamp signal to turn ON the
ICC system warning lamp
IBA OFF indicator lamp signal  Transmits a signal to turn ON the IBA OFF indicator
lamp
 Transmits an ON/OFF state of the intelligent brake
assist
Buzzer output signal Transmits a buzzer output signal to turn ON the buzz-
er of the following systems:
 Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
 Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
ICC sensor ITS commu-
nication
Vehicle speed signal Transmits a vehicle speed calculated by the ADAS
control unit
ICC brake hold
relay ICC brake hold relay drive signal
Activates the brake hold relay and turns ON the stop
lamp
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With ICC system, the driver can maintain the same speed as other vehicles without the constant need to
adjust the set speed as driver would with a normal cruise control system.
The following items are controlled in the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
 When there are no vehicles traveling ahead, the vehi cle-to-vehicle distance control mode maintains the
speed set by the driver. The set speed range is between approximately 32 and 144 km/h (20 and 90 MPH).
 When there is a vehicle traveling ahead, the vehicle- to-vehicle distance control mode adjusts the speed to
maintain the distance, selected by driver, from a vehicle ahead. The adjusting speed range is up to the set
speed.
 When the vehicle traveling ahead has moved out from its lane of travel, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-
trol mode accelerates and maintains vehicle speed up to the set speed.
CAUTION:
If the vehicle ahead comes to stop, the vehicle decel erates to a standstill within the limitations of the
system. The system will cancel once it judges that the vehicle has come to a standstill and sound a
warning chime.
To prevent the vehicle from moving, th e driver must depress the brake pedal.
NOTE:
When the accelerator pedal is depressed, the brake oper ation and the warning are not performed by the ICC
system.
OPERATION DESCRIPTION
Quickly push (less than 1.5 seconds) and release the MAIN switch ON.
The MAIN switch indicator, set distance indicator, own vehicle indicator, and set vehicle speed indicator come
on and ICC system is set to a standby state.
ADAS control unit performs the control as per the following:
Set Condition
Under a standby state, pushing down the SET/ COAST switch will start system control.
 When vehicle speed is between approximately 32 km/h and 144 km/h (20 MPH and 90 MPH).
 When vehicle speed is below approximately 32 km/h ( 20 MPH) if the vehicle ahead is detected. The set
vehicle speed becomes 32 km/h (20 MPH).
If the system is canceled by conditi ons 1-6 below, the system will resume c ontrol at the last set cruising speed
by pushing up the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch.
NOTE:
 When the SET/COAST switch is pushed under the following condi- tions, the system cannot be set and the set vehicle speed indicator
will blink for approximately 2 seconds.
- When traveling below 32 km/h (20 MPH) and the vehicle ahead is not detected.
- When the selector lever is not in the “D” position or manual mode.
- When the front wipers are operating at HI.
(If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensing auto-wiper, the sys-
tem may cancel when the wipers are set to AUTO)
- When the parking brakes are applied.
- When the brakes are operated by the driver.
Constant
speed Comparing the set vehicle speed with the current vehicle speed, transmit the command to ECM via CAN communication
to reach the set vehicle speed, and controls the electric throttle control actuator
Decelera-
tion When a vehicle ahead (slower than driver set vehicle speed) appears or when a vehicle ahead slows down, the system
controls the electric throttle control actuator into the close direction and decelerates the vehicle. If greater deceleration
is necessary, the system
transmits the brake fluid pressure control signal to the ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) via CAN communication and operates the brake
Following The system controls the electric throttle control actuator and the brake fluid pressure to keep the proper distance between
the vehicles according to the vehicle speed change of the vehicle ahead
Accelera-
tion When a vehicle ahead is not detected because of it changes lanes or own vehicle changes lanes during the following
driving, the system controls the electric throttle control actu
ator in the open direction and accelerates the vehicle to the
set vehicle speed slowly
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SYSTEM
 When the SET/COAST switch is pushed under the following condi-
tions, the system cannot be set. A warning chime will sound and
the set speed indicator and own vehicle indicator will blink.
- When the SNOW mode switch is ON (To use the ICC system, turn
OFF the SNOW mode switch, push the MAIN switch to turn OFF
the ICC system and reset the ICC system by pushing the MAIN
switch again.)
- When the 4WD shift switch is not AUTO position. (To use the ICC
system, shift the AUTO position, push the MAIN switch to turn OFF
the ICC system and reset the ICC system by pushing the MAIN
switch again.)
- When the VDC is OFF. (To use the ICC system, turn ON the VDC system, push the MAIN switch to turn OFF the I CC system and reset the ICC system by pushing the MAIN
switch again.)
- When ABS or VDC (including the TCS) operates.
- When driving into a strong light (i.e., sunlight).
- When the wheel is slipping. (To use the ICC system, make sure the wheels are no longer spinning, push the
MAIN switch to turn OFF the ICC system and rese t the ICC system by pushing the MAIN switch again.)
Cancel Conditions
1. When CANCEL switch is pressed.
2. When brake pedal is depressed.
3. When the vehicle ahead is not detected below the speed of 24 km/h (15 MPH).
4. When the selector lever is not in the “D” position or manual mode.
5. When the parking brakes are applied.
6. When the system judges the vehicle is at standstill.
7. When the front wiper s are operating at HI.
(If the vehicle is equipped with a rain sensing auto-wi per, the system may cancel when the wipers are set
to AUTO.)
8. When the SNOW mode switch is turned ON.
9. When 4WD shift switch is not AUTO position
10. When ABS or VDC (including the TCS) operates.
11. When the MAIN switch is turned OFF.
12. When a wheel slips.
13. When driving into a strong light (i.e., sunlight).
14. When the VDC is turned OFF.
15. When the system malfunction occurs.
CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CR UISE CONTROL MODE FUNCTION
CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL MODE FUNCTION : System
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OPERATION
WARNING LAMP AND AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION DISPLAY
NOTE:
Condition Display on ICC system display
When own vehicle comes closer to the vehicle ahead and it is judged that the distance be-
tween the vehicles is not sufficient
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Condition Description Display on ICC system display
Warning
display  When the VDC is turned OFF
 When the VDC or ABS (in-
cluding the TCS) operates
 When a wheel slips
 When the 4WD shift switch is not AUTO
 When the SNOW mode switch is turned ON
 When driving into a strong light (i.e., sunlight) A chime sounds and the control is automatically
canceled.
NOTE:
When the conditions listed above are no longer
present, turn the system OFF using the MAIN
switch.
Turn the ICC system back on to use the system.
When the sensor window is
dirty, making it impossible to de-
tect a vehicle ahead. A chime sounds and the control is automatically
canceled.
NOTE:
Park the vehicle in a safe place, turn the engine
OFF.
Clean the sensor window with a soft cloth and
then perform the settings again.
When the ICC system is mal-
functioning A chime sounds and the control is automatically
canceled.
NOTE:
Turn the engine OFF and restart engine. If there
is no malfunction, it is possible to set the system.
Automatic
cancella-
tion display  When brake pedal is de-
pressed
 When CANCEL switch is pressed
 When a vehicle ahead is not
detected below the speed of
24 km/h (15 MPH)
 When the system judges the
vehicle is at standstill
 When the selector lever is not in “D” position or manual
mode
 When the front wipers are op- erating at HI
(If the vehicle is equipped
with a rain sensing auto-wip-
er, the system may cancel
when the wipers are set to
AUTO)
 When the parking brake are
applied A chime sounds and the control is automatically
canceled.
NOTE:
 The system will be in a standby, after the control
is automatically canceled.
 A chime sounds when the control is automati-
cally canceled, except when brake pedal is de-
pressed or when CANCEL switch is pressed.
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HANDLING PRECAUTION
Precautions for Vehicle-to-V ehicle Distance Control ModeINFOID:0000000006224276
 ICC system is only an aid to assist the driver and is not a collision warning or avoidance device. It is the\
driver's responsibility to stay alert, drive safe ly and be in control of the vehicle at all times.
 The system is primarily intended for use on straight, dry, open roads with light traffic. It is not advisable to
use the system in city traffic or congested areas.
 This system will not adapt automatically to road condi tions. This system should be used in evenly flowing
traffic. Do not use the system on roads with sharp curves, or on icy roads, in heavy rain or in fog.
 The ICC sensor will not detect under most conditions.
- Stationary and slow moving vehicles.
- Pedestrians or objects in the roadway.
- Oncoming vehicles in the some lane.
- Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel lane.
 As there is a performance limit to the distance contro l function, never rely solely on the ICC system. This
system does not correct careless, inattentive or absent -minded driving, or overcome poor visibility in rain,
fog, or other bad weather. Decelerate the vehicle speed by depressing the brake pedal, depending on the
distance to the vehicle ahead and the surrounding circumstances in order to maintain a safe distance
between vehicles.
 If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the vehicle decelerat es to a standstill within the limitations of the sys-
tem. The system will cancel once it judges that the vehicle has come to a standstill and sound a warning
chime. To prevent the vehicle from movi ng, the driver must depress the brake pedal.
 The system may not detect the vehicle in front of the dr iver in certain road or weather conditions. To avoid
accidents, never use the ICC syst em under the following conditions:
- On roads where the traffic is heavy or there are sharp curves.
- On slippery road surfaces such as on ice or snow, etc.
- On off-road surfaces such as on sand or rock, etc.
- During bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.)
- When the windshield wipers are operating at high speed. The ICC system may cancel when the wipers are
set to the AUTO position.
- When strong light (for example, at sunrise or sunset ) is directly shining on the front of the vehicle.
- When rain, snow or dirt adhere to the system sensor.
- On steep downhill roads (the vehicle may go beyond the set vehicle speed and frequent braking may result in overheating the brakes).
- On repeated uphill and downhill roads.
- When traffic conditions make it difficult to keep a proper distance between vehicles because of frequent acceleration or deceleration.
- When towing a trailer or other vehicle
 In some road or traffic conditions, a vehicle or object can unexpectedly come into the sensor detection zone and cause automatic braking. The driver may need to c ontrol the distance from other vehicles using the
accelerator pedal. Always stay alert and avoid using t he ICC system when it is not recommended in this sec-
tion.
 The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode uses a sensor located on the front of the vehicle to detect vehi-
cles traveling ahead. The sensor generally detects t he signals returned from the reflectors on a vehicle
ahead. Therefore, if the sensor c annot detect the reflector on the v ehicle ahead, the ICC system may not
maintain the selected distance.
 The following are some conditions in which the sensor cannot detect the signals:
- When the reflector of the vehicle ahead is positioned high on the vehicle (trailer, etc.).
- When the reflector on the vehicle ahead is missing, damaged or covered.
- When the reflector of the vehicle ahead is covered with dirt, snow and road spray.
- When the snow or road spray from traveling vehicles reduces the sensor's visibility.
- When dense exhaust or other smoke (black smoke) fr om vehicles reduces the sensor's visibility.
- When excessively heavy baggage is loaded in the rear seat or the luggage room of own vehicle.
- When the vehicle is towing a trailer, etc.
 The ICC system is designed to automatic ally check the sensor's operation within the limitation of the system.
When the sensor is covered with dirt or is obstruct ed, the system will automatically be canceled. If the sen-
sor is covered with ice, a transparent or translucent vinyl bag, etc., the ICC system may not detect them. In
these instances, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode may not cancel and may not be able to main-
tain the selected following distance from the vehicle ahead. Be sure to check and clean the sensor regularly.
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ADAS CONTROL UNIT)
NOTE:
 Causes of the maximum five cancella
tions (system cancel) are displayed.
 The displayed cancellation causes display the number of the ignition switch ON/OFF up to 254. It is fixed to
254 if it is over 254. It returns to 0 when the same cancellation cause is detected again.
Display Items for The Cause of Automatic Cancellation 1
Work support items Description
CAUSE OF AUTO-CANCEL 1 Displays causes of automatic system cancellation occurred during control of the following sys-
tems
 Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
 Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode
 Distance Control Assist (DCA)
CAUSE OF AUTO-CANCEL 2 Displays causes of automatic system cancellation occurred during control of the Lane Depar-
ture Prevention (LDP) system
Cause of cancellation
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode Distance Control Assist
Description
OPERATING WIPER ×The wiper operates at HI (it includes when the wiper is operated at
HI with the wiper switch AUTO position)
OPERATING ABS ××ABS function was operated
OPERATING TCS ×××TCS function was operated
OPERATING VDC ×××VDC function was operated
ECM CIRCUIT ××ECM did not permit ICC operation
OPE SW VOLT CIRC ×××The ICC steering switch input voltage is not within standard range
LASER SUNBEAM ××Intense light such as sunlight entered ICC sensor light sensing part
LASER TEMP ××Temperature around ICC sensor became low
SNOW MODE SW ××SNOW mode switch was pressed
OP SW DOUBLE
TOUCH ××
ICC steering switches were pressed at the same time
VHCL SPD DOWN ×××Vehicle speed lower than the speed as follows
 Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is 24 km/h (15 MPH)
 Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode is 32 km/h (20
MPH)
WHL SPD ELEC NOISE ×××Wheel speed sensor signal caught electromagnetic noise
VDC/TCS OFF SW ××VDC OFF switch was pressed
VHCL SPD UNMATCH ×××Wheel speed became different from A/T vehicle speed
TIRE SLIP ××Wheel slipped
IGN LOW VOLT ×××Decrease in ADAS control unit IGN voltage
PARKING BRAKE ON ××The parking brake is operating
WHEEL SPD UNMATCH ×××The wheel speeds of 4 wheels are out of the specified values
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Display Items for The Cause of Automatic Cancellation 2
SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT
Refer to DAS-38, "DTC Index".
DATA MONITOR
INCHING LOST ×A vehicle ahead is not detected during the following driving when
the vehicle speed is approximately 24 km/h (15 MPH) or less
CAN COMM ERROR ×××ADAS control unit received an abnormal signal with CAN commu-
nication
ABS/TCS/VDC CIRC ×××An abnormal condition occurs in VDC/TCS/ABS system
ECD CIRCUIT ×××An abnormal condition occurs in ECD system
ASCD VHCL SPD DTAC ×Vehicle speed is detached from set vehicle speed
ASCD DOUBLE COMD ×Cancel switch and operation switch are detected simultaneously
APA HI TEMP ×The accelerator pedal actuator integrated motor temperature is
high
ICC SENSOR CAN
COMM ERR ××Communication error between ADAS control unit and the ICC sen-
sor
4WD LOCK MODE ×××Shifting of the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L
ABS WARNING LAMP ××ABS warning lamp ON
NO RECORD ××× —
Cause of cancellation Description
OPE VDC/TCS/ABS 1 The activation of VDC, TCS, or ABS during LDP system control
Vehicle dynamics Vehicle behavior exceeds specified value
Steering speed Steering speed was more than the specified value in evasive direction
End by yaw angle Yaw angle was the end of LDP control
Departure yaw large Detected more than the specified value of yaw angle in departure direction
ICC WARNING Target approach warning of ICC system, IBA system or FCW system was activated
CURVATURE Road curve was more than the specified value
Steering angle large Steering angle was more than the specified value
Brake is operated Brake pedal was operated
IGN LOW VOLT Decrease in ADAS control unit IGN voltage
Lateral offset Distance of vehicle and lane was detached in lateral direction more than the specified value
Lane marker lost Lane camera unit lost the trace of lane marker
Lane marker unclear Detected lane marker was unclear
Yaw acceleration Detected yawing speed was more than the specified value
Deceleration large Deceleration in a longitudinal direction was more than the specified value
Accel is operated Accelerator pedal was depressed
Departure steering Steering wheel was steered more than the specified value in departure direction
Evasive steering Steering wheel was steered more than the specified value in the evasive direction
R range Selector lever was operated to R range
Parking brake drift Rear wheels lock was detected
Not operating condition Did not meet the operating condition (vehicle speed, turn signal operation, etc)
SNOW MODE SW SNOW mo de switch was pressed
VDC OFF SW VDC OFF switch was pressed
OPE VDC/ABS 2 The activation of VDC or ABS duri ng a standby time of LDP system control
4WD LOCK MODE Shifting of the 4WD shift switch to 4H or 4L
NO RECORD —
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