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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint S
ystem (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000006222209
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 w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISS AN/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 “SRS AIR BAG”.
 Do not use electrical test equipmen t 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 Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the ignition ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric 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
INFOID:0000000006222210
NOTE:
 Before removing and installing any control units, first tu rn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect bot h battery cables.
 After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
 Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnos is according to self-diagnosis results.
For vehicle with steering lock unit, if the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the bat tery disconnected or discharged, follow the operation pro-
cedure below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. (At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock wi ll remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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COMPONENT PARTS
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
COMPONENT PARTS
Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000006222214
1. ECM
Refer to EC-16, "
Component Parts
Location". 2. ABS actuator and electric unit (con-
trol unit)
Refer to BRC-10, "Component Parts
Location". 3. Steering angle sensor
Refer to BRC-10, "
Component Parts
Location".
4. Control valve & TCM Refer to TM-10, "
A/T CONTROL
SYSTEM : Compon ent Parts Loca-
tion". 5. Transfer control unit 6. 4WD switch assembly
7. Transfer lock position sensor 8. Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor 9. Transfer rotary position sensor
10. Transfer control actuator 11. Transfer fluid temperature sensor
A. Back of glove box assembly B. 4WD indicator lamp, 4WD warning lamp, ATP warning lamp (in combina-
tion meter)C. Console assembly
D. Transfer assembly upper side E. Transfer assembly under side
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Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222215
Transfer Control UnitINFOID:0000000006222216
 Transfer control unit operates transfer control act uator, 4WD warning lamp and 4WD mode indicator lamp
according to input signal from 4WD shift switch and each sensor and control unit.
 When 4WD system is malfunctioning, 4WD warning la mp turns ON and fail-safe status activates.
 When protection is necessary, 4WD warning la mp blinks and protection status activates.
Transfer Control ActuatorINFOID:0000000006222217
Transfer control actuator integrates transfer motor, transfer internal position sensor, and transfer motor tem-
perature sensor, and switches 4WD mode (AUTO ⇔4H ⇔4L).
TRANSFER MOTOR
Transfer motor operates according to signal from transfer control unit and switches 4WD mode
(AUTO ⇔4H ⇔4L). It also performs front and rear distri bution of traction force during AUTO mode.
TRANSFER INTERNAL SPEED SENSOR
Transfer internal speed sensor detects rotation status of transfer motor and transmits signal to transfer control
unit.
TRANSFER MOTOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
 Transfer motor temperature sensor m easures temperature of transfer motor.
Component parts Reference/Function
Transfer control unit DLN-11, "
Transfer Control Unit"
Transfer control actua-
torTransfer motor
DLN-11, "
Transfer Control Actuator"
Transfer internal speed
sensorDLN-11, "Transfer Control Actuator"
Transfer motor temper-
ature sensor
DLN-11, "Transfer Control Actuator"
Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor
DLN-12, "Transfer Hi-Lo Position Sensor"
Transfer rotary position sensorDLN-12, "Transfer Rotary Position Sensor"
Transfer lock position sensorDLN-12, "Transfer Lock Position Sensor"
Transfer fluid temperature sensorDLN-12, "Transfer Fluid Temperature Sensor"
4WD mode switchDLN-18, "4WD SYSTEM : System Description"
4WD indicator lampDLN-18, "4WD SYSTEM : System Description"
4WD warning lampDLN-18, "4WD SYSTEM : System Description"
AT P w a r n i n g l a m pDLN-18, "4WD SYSTEM : System Description"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Vehicle speed signal (ABS)
 Stop lamp switch signal (brake signal)
 ABS operation signal
 VDC operation signal
 TCS operation signal
Steering angle sensor Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Steering angle sensor signal
ECM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Accelerator pedal position signal
 Engine speed signal
 Engine torque signal
TCM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Shift position signal
 Gear position signal
 Output shaft revolution signal
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SYSTEM
SYSTEM
4WD SYSTEM
4WD SYSTEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222224
 In AUTO mode, distribution of traction force is cont
rolled from 2WD status (0:100) to 4WD status (50:50)
according to signal from each sensor and switch.
 In accordance with fail-safe function, when system is malfunctioning, 4WD warning lamp on combination meter turns ON and 4WD control stops. For fail-safe function, refer to DLN-20, "
4WD SYSTEM : Fail-Safe".
 When a high load status continues for transfer assembly (transfer control actuator or transfer fluid), 4WD
control temporarily becomes 4H or 2WD status, according to protection function.
NOTE:
4WD system is not malfunctioning.
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL
It transmits/receives each signal from the followi ng transfer control unit via CAN communication line.
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Component parts Control signal
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Vehicle spee
d signal (ABS)
 Stop lamp switch signal (brake signal)
 ABS operation signal
 VDC operation signal
 TCS operation signal
ECM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Accelerator pedal position signal
 Engine speed signal
 Engine torque signal
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4WD SHIFT SWITCH AND 4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP
*1: Blinking 2 times/1 second
*2: “4HI” and “4LO” blink alternately.
CONDITION FOR TURN ON THE WARNING LAMP
TCM Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Shift position signal
 Gear position signal
 Output shaft revolution signal
Steering angle sensor Transmits the following signals via CAN communication line to transfer control unit.
 Steering angle sensor signal
Combination meter Receives the following signals via CAN communication line from transfer control unit.
 4WD warning lamp signal
 ATP warning lamp signal
 4WD mode indicator signal
Component parts Control signal
4WD shift switch 4WD shift indicator lamp (in Information display) 4WD shift procedure
AUTO
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch.
NOTE:
Mode can be switched between AU-
TO⇔4H while driving straight.
4H
↓↑
4WD status: 4H ⇔4L (Blinking)
*1*2
1. Start the engine.
2. Never drive the vehicle.
3. Shift A/T shift selector to N position.
4. Press and rotate 4WD shift switch
while depressing brake pedal.
CAUTION:
4WD mode does not switch when 4WD
shift switch is operated while the vehi-
cle is running or A/T shift selector is
shifted to any position other than neu-
tral.
4L
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SYSTEM
4WD Warning Lamp
 Turns ON when there is a malfunction in 4WD system. 4W
D warning lamp indicates the vehicle is in fail-safe
mode.
 Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, fo r the purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF approximately
for 1 second after the engine starts if system is normal.
ATP Warning Lamp
When the A/T shift selector is in P position, the vehicle may move if the transfer case in neutral. ATP warning
lamp is turned on to indicate this condition to the driver.
CONDITION FOR OPERATE WARNING BUZZER
For preventing an incorrect operation during 4H ⇔4L switching, warning buzzer sounds from inside of transfer
control unit and warns the driver, when certain conditions are satisfied.
4WD SYSTEM : Fail-SafeINFOID:0000000006303692
 If any malfunction occurs in 4WD electrical system, and control unit detects the malfunction, 4WD warning
lamp on combination meter turns ON to indicate system malfunction.
 When 4WD warning lamp is ON, vehicle changes to rear-wheel drive or shifts to 4-wheel drive (front-wheels
still have some driving torque).
Condition 4WD warning lamp
Lamp check Turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON. Turns OFF ap-
prox. 1 second after the engine start.
4WD system malfunction ON
Protection function is activated due to heavy load to transfer assem-
bly. (4WD system is not malfunctioning.) Quick blinking: 2 times/second
(Blinking in approx. 1 minute and then turning OFF)
Large difference in diameter of front/rear tires Slow blinking: 1 time/2 seconds
(Continuing to blink until turning ignition switch OFF)
Other than above (system normal) OFF
Condition Warning buzzer
4WD shift status A/T shift selector Engine speed
4H⇔4L N range 350
− 1.600 rpm OFF
Under 350 rpm or over 1.600 rpm ON
Except N range Always
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (T
RANSFER CONTROL UNIT)
ABS OPER [On/Off] X ABS operation status via CAN communication
line is displayed.
SAND MODE IND [On/Off] This indicator is not equipped, but it is dis-
played.
ROCK MODE IND [On/Off] This indicator is not equipped, but it is dis-
played.
SNOW MODE IND [On/Off] This indicator is not equipped, but it is dis-
played.
ONROAD MODE IND [On/Off] This indicator is not equipped, but it is dis-
played.
SAND MODE SW [On/Off] X This switch is not equipped, but it is displayed.
ROCK MODE SW [On/Off] X This switch is not equipped, but it is displayed.
SNOW MODE SW [On/Off] X This switch is not equipped, but it is displayed.
ONROAD MODE SW [On/Off] X This switch is not equipped, but it is displayed.
HI/LO POSI SEN 3 [On/Off] X Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor (3) status is dis-
played.
HI/LO POSI SEN 1 [On/Off] X Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor (1) status is dis-
played.
LOCK POSI SEN [OPEN/LOCK/BAT/UNLEAN/HI
TEMP/ERROR/GND] X
Transfer lock position sensor signal is dis-
played.
ATP IND [On/Off] Control status of ATP warning lamp is dis-
played.
4WD FAILLAMP [On/Off] X Control status of ATP warning lamp is dis-
played.
4WD MODE IND [4L/LOCK/AUTO] X Control status of 4WD mode indicator lamp is
displayed.
(LOCK means 4H of 4WD mode)
MOTOR DRIVE B [HI/LO/PWM] X Driving status of transfer motor is displayed.
(Reverse side)
MOTOR DRIVE A [HI/LO/PWM] X Driving status of transfer motor is displayed.
(Drive side)
FLUID TEMP SEN [V] X Temperature of transfer fluid is displayed.
MOTOR TEMP [V] X Temperature of transfer motor is displayed.
C/U POWER SUP [V] X Power supply voltage value of transfer control
unit is displayed.
MOTOR POWER SUP [V] X Power supply voltage value of transfer motor
unit is displayed.
ROTARY POSI SEN [%] X Transfer rotary position sensor signal is dis-
played.
THRTL POSI SEN [%] X X Throttle opening status via CAN communica-
tion line is displayed.
AT R SPEED [km/h] X Output shaft revolution speed via CAN commu-
nication line is displayed.
T/M GEAR [0 - 7] X Current transmission gear via CAN communi-
cation line is displayed.
COMPR VHCL SPEED [km/h] X Vehicle speed calculated by transfer control
unit is displayed.
VHCL/S SEN-FR [km/h] X Wheel speed (front) average calculated by
transfer control.
Monitor item (Unit)
SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN SIG-
NALS
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HI-LO POSI SEN 3 4WD mode: AUTO or 4H ON
4WD mode: Shifting OFF
4WD mode: 4L OFF
HI-LO POSI SEN 1 4WD mode: AUTO or 4H ON
4WD mode: Shifting ON
4WD mode: 4L OFF
LOCK POSI SEN When lock sleeve is opening OPEN
When lock sleeve locking LOCK
When transfer lock position sensor
signal circuit is short. (Battery
short) BAT
When transfer lock position sensor is unlearned. UNLEAN
When the temperature of transfer lock position sensor is high. HI TMP
When transfer lock position sensor is malfunctioning. ERROR
When transfer lock position sensor signal circuit is short. (Ground
short) GND
AT P I N D ATP lamp: ON ON
AT P l a m p : O F F O F F
4WD FAIL LAMP 4WD warning lamp: ON ON
4WD warning lamp: OFF OFF
4WD MODE IND 4WD shift switch: AUTO AUTO
4WD shift switch: 4H LOCK
4WD shift switch: 4L 4L
MOTOR DRIVE B When transfer motor is driving in reversal. (100% duty controlled) HI
When transfer motor is driving or stopping. LO
When transfer motor is driving in reversal. (PWM output) PWM
MOTOR DRIVE A When transfer motor is driving. (100% duty controlled) HI
When transfer motor is driving in reversal or stopping. LO
When transfer motor is driving. (PWM output) PWM
FLUID TEMP SE The temperature of transfer fluid is 20 – 80 °C. Approx. 1.1 – 0.3 V
MOTOR TEMP The temperature of transfer motor is 20 – 80 °C. Approx. 1.1 – 0.3 V
C/U POWER SUP Always Battery voltage
MOTOR POWER SUP Always Battery voltage
ROTARY POSI SEN 4WD mode: AUTO
A/T shift selector: DDepress the accelerator pedal several
times.
Value is changing
THRTL POS SEN When depressing accelerator pedal
(Value rises gradually in response to throttle position) 0 – 100 %
AT R SPEED Vehicle stopped 0.00 km/h (0.00 mph)
Vehicle driving (4WD mode: AUTO)
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under standard condition. Approx. equal to the indication
on speedometer (inside of ±10
%)
T/M GEAR A/T shift selector: D
Vehicle driving 1
2
3
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Monitor item Condition Value/Status
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