2011 INFINITI QX56 Camshaft position sensor

ECM
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(B) EVAP canister purge volume
control solenoid valve
Output[Engine is running]
 Idle speed
 Accelerator pedal: Not depressed
even slightly, after engine starting BATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14 V)
[Engine is running]
 Engine speed: About 2,000 rpm (More than 100 seconds after start-
ing engine) BATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14 V)
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(V) 175
(B) Manifold absolute pressure sen-
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Input[Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Idle speed
1.2 V
[Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm 1.5 V
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Sensor ground
[Camshaft position sensor (bank
1)] —— —
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(W/L) —Sensor ground
(Manifold absolute pressure
sensor)
—— —
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(P) 99
(LG/ B) Camshaft position sensor (bank
2)
Input[Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending
on rpm at idle 3.0 - 5.0 V
[Engine is running]
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm 3.0 - 5.0 V
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(L) 175
(B) A/F sensor 1 (bank 2) Input [Ignition switch: ON] 2.5 V
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G) 98
(G/
W) Sensor power supply
(Crankshaft position sensor)
— [Ignition switch: ON] 5 V
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(Y/R) 68
(BR/ W) Sensor power supply
[Camshaft position sensor (bank
1)]
— [Ignition switch: ON] 5 V
Te r m i n a l N o .
(Wire color) Description
ConditionVa l u e
(Approx.)
+ – Signal name Input/
OutputJMBIA0039GB
JMBIA0040GB
JMBIA0045GB
JMBIA0046GB
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(L/R) 175
(B) A/F sensor 1 (bank 2) Input [Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm2.2 - 2.8V
Output voltage varies with air fuel
ratio.
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(B) 97
(W) Throttle position sensor 2 Input [Ignition switch: ON]
 Engine: Stopped
 Selector lever: D position
 Accelerator pedal: Fully released
Less than 4.75 V
[Ignition switch: ON]
 Engine: Stopped
 Selector lever: D position
 Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed More than 0.36 V
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(L/W) 175
(B) A/F sensor 1 (bank 2) Input [Ignition switch: ON] 3.0 V
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(G) 97
(W) Sensor power supply
[Throttle position sensor (bank
1)]
— [Ignition switch: ON] 5 V
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(LG/ R) 99
(LG/ B) Sensor power supply
[Camshaft position sensor (bank
2)]
— [Ignition switch: ON] 5 V
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(W/L) Sensor power supply
(Manifold absolute pressure
sensor)
— [Ignition switch: ON] 5 V
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(R/ W) 98
(G/ W) Crankshaft position sensor Input [Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending
on rpm at idle 4.0 - 5.0 V
[Engine is running]
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm 4.0 - 5.0 V
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(L/W) 100
(R) Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank
2)
Input[Engine is running]
 Revving engine from idle to 3,000
rpm quickly after the following condi-
tions are met
- Engine: after warming up
- Keeping the engine speed between
3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute
and at idle for 1 minute under no
load 0 - 1.0 V
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(B) 175
(B) A/F sensor 1 (bank 1) Input [Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm2.2 - 2.8 V
Output voltage varies with air fuel
ratio.
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(W) 175
(B)
A/F sensor 1 (bank 1) Input [Ignition switch: ON] 3.0 V
Te r m i n a l N o .
(Wire color) Description
ConditionVa l u e
(Approx.)
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Output
JMBIA0041GB
JMBIA0042GB
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(W) Throttle position sensor 1 Input [Ignition switch: ON]
 Engine: Stopped
 Selector lever: D position
 Accelerator pedal: Fully released
More than 0.36 V
[Ignition switch: ON]
 Engine: Stopped
 Selector lever: D position
 Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Less than 4.75 V
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(R) 175
(B) A/F sensor 1 (bank 1) Input [Ignition switch: ON] 2.0 V
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(L/R) 68
(BR/
W) Camshaft position sensor (bank
1)
Input[Engine is running]
 Warm-up condition
 Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending
on rpm at idle 3.0 - 5.0 V
[Engine is running]
 Engine speed: 2,000 rpm 3.0 - 5.0 V
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(W/ R) 100
(R) Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank
1)
Input[Engine is running]
 Revving engine from idle to 3,000
rpm quickly after the following condi-
tions are met
- Engine: after warming up
- Keeping the engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute
and at idle for 1 minute under no
load 0 - 1.0 V
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(W) —Sensor ground
[Throttle position sensor (bank
1)] —— —
98
(G/ W) —
Sensor ground
(Crankshaft position sensor)
—— —
99
(LG/ B) —Sensor ground
[Camshaft position sensor (bank
2)] —— —
100 (R) —Sensor ground
(Heated oxygen sensor 2) —— —
Te r m i n a l N o .
(Wire color) Description
ConditionVa l u e
(Approx.)
+ – Signal name Input/
Output
JMBIA0045GB
JMBIA0046GB
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ECM
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Priority Detected items (DTC)
1  U0101 CAN communication line  U0113 U1003 CAN communication line
 U1001 CAN communication line
 U1024 VVEL CAN communication line
 P006A P0101 P0102 P0103 Mass air flow sensor
 P010A Manifold absolute pressure sensor
 P0112 P0113 P0127 Intake air temperature sensor
 P0116 P0117 P0118 P0125 Engine coolant temperature sensor
 P0122 P0123 P0222 P0223 P1225 P1226 P2135 Throttle position sensor
 P0128 Thermostat function
 P0181 P0182 P0183 Fuel tank temperature sensor
 P0196 P0197 P0198 Engine oil temperature sensor
 P0327 P0328 P0332 P0333 Knock sensor
 P0335 Crankshaft position sensor
 P0340 P0345 Camshaft position sensor
 P0460 P0461 P0462 P0463 Fuel level sensor
 P0500 Vehicle speed sensor
 P0527 Cooling fan speed sensor
 P0605 P0607 P0611 P062B ECM
 P0643 Sensor power supply
 P0700 TCM
 P0705 P0850 Transmission range switch
 P1089 P1092 P1608 VVEL control shaft position sensor
 P1197 Out of gas*
 P1220 Fuel pump control module (FPCM)
 P1421 P1423 P1424 Cold start control
 P1550 P1551 P1552 P1553 P1554 Battery current sensor
 P1556 P1557 Battery temperature sensor
 P1606 P1607 VVEL control module
 P1610 - P1615 NATS
 P2122 P2123 P2127 P2128 P2138 Accelerator pedal position sensor
 P2539 P2541 P2542 Low fuel pressure sensor
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EC-140
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BASIC INSPECTION
2. Rev engine between 2,000 and 3,000 rpm 2 or 3 times under no
load, then run engine at idle speed for approximately 1 minute.
3. Check idle speed.
For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.PERFORM ACCELERATOR PEDAL RE LEASED POSITION LEARNING
1. Stop engine.
2. Perform EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 5.
5.PERFORM THROTTLE VALVE CL OSED POSITION LEARNING
Perform EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 6.
6.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
Is Idle Air Volume Learning carried out successfully?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Follow the instruction of Idle Air Volume Learning. Then GO TO 4.
7.CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Check idle speed. For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the Following.
 Check camshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-303, "
DTC Logic".
 Check crankshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-299, "
DTC Logic".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part. Then GO TO 4.
9.CHECK ECM FUNCTION
1. Substitute with a non-malfunctioning ECM to check EC M function. (ECM may be the cause of the incident,
although this is rare.)
2. Perform initialization of IVIS (NATS) system and regist ration of all IVIS (NATS) ignition key IDs. Refer to
SEC-51, "
ECM : Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 4.
10.CHECK IGNITION TIMING
1. Run engine at idle.
2. Check ignition timing with a timing light. For procedure, refer to EC-531, "
Inspection".
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BASIC INSPECTIONEC-141
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For specification, refer to
EC-538, "Ignition Timing".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 19.
NO >> GO TO 11.
11 .PERFORM ACCELERATOR PEDAL RELEASED POSITION LEARNING
1. Stop engine.
2. Perform EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 12.
12.PERFORM THROTTLE VALVE CLOSED POSITION LEARNING
Perform EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 13.
13.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
Perform EC-148, "
Work Procedure".
Is Idle Air Volume Learning carried out successfully?
YES >> GO TO 14.
NO >> Follow the instruction of Idle Air Volume Learning. Then GO TO 4.
14.CHECK IDLE SPEED AGAIN
1. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
2. Check idle speed. For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 15.
NO >> GO TO 17.
15.CHECK IGNITION TIMING AGAIN
1. Run engine at idle.
2. Check ignition timing with a timing light. For procedure, refer to EC-531, "
Inspection".
For specification, refer to EC-538, "
Ignition Timing".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 19.
NO >> GO TO 16.
16.CHECK TIMING CHAIN INSTALLATION
Check timing chain installation. Refer to EM-62, "
Removal and Installation".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 17.
NO >> Repair the timing chain installation. Then GO TO 4.
17.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
 Check camshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-303, "
DTC Logic".
 Check crankshaft position sensor and circuit. Refer to EC-299, "
DTC Logic".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 18.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part. Then GO TO 4.
18.CHECK ECM FUNCTION
1. Substitute with a non-malfunctioning ECM to check EC M function. (ECM may be the cause of the incident,
although this is rare.)
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P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROLEC-177
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P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006217772
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
NOTE:
If DTC P0011 or P0021 is displayed with DTC P0075
or P0081, first perform the trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0075, P0081. Refer to EC-193, "
DTC Logic".
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PRECONDITIONING
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is 11 V or more at idle.
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
3. Maintain the following conditions for at least 6 consecutive seconds. Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
4. Let engine idle for 25 seconds.
5. Check 1st trip DTC. WITH GST
Follow the procedure “With CONSULT-III” above.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES >> Go to EC-178, "Diagnosis Procedure"
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-II
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis
(Trouble diagnosis con- tent) Detecting condition Possible cause
P0011 INT/V TIM CONT-B1
[Intake valve timing control
performance (bank 1)]
There is a gap between angle of target
and phase-control angle degree.  Crankshaft position sensor
 Camshaft position sensor
 Intake valve timing control solenoid valve
 Accumulation of debris to the signal pick-up
portion of the camshaft
 Timing chain installation
 Foreign matter caught in the oil groove for in- take valve timing control
P0021
INT/V TIM CONT-B2
[Intake valve timing control
performance (bank 2)]
ENG SPEED Less than 2,000 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 70
°C (158 °F)
Selector lever P or N position
ENG SPEED 1,500 - 3,175 rpm (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLAN TEMP/S More than 70 °C (158 °F)
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P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
CAUTION:
Always drive at a safe speed.
3. Check 1st trip DTC.
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “With CONSULT-III” above.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES >> Go to EC-178, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> INSPECTION END
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006217773
1.CHECK OIL PRESSURE WARNING LAMP
1. Start engine.
2. Check that oil pressure warning lamp is not illuminated.
Is oil pressure warning lamp illuminated?
YES >> Go to LU-7, "Inspection".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
Refer to EC-179, "
Component Inspection (Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve)".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Replace malfunctioning intake valve timing control solenoid valve. Refer to EM-61, "
Exploded
View".
3.CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Refer to EC-301, "
Component Inspection (Crankshaft Position Sensor)".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace crankshaft position sensor. Refer to EM-106, "
Exploded View".
4.CHECK CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR
Refer to EC-306, "
Component Inspection (Camshaft Position Sensor)".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace malfunctioning camshaft position sensor. Refer to EM-106, "
Exploded View".
5.CHECK CAMSHAFT (INTAKE)
Check the following.
Selector lever 1st or 2nd position
Driving location uphill Driving vehicle uphill
(Increased engine load will help maintain the driving
conditions required for this test.)
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