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VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006256130
1.PERFORM COMBINATION METER SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
Perform “METER/M&A” self-diagnosis. Refer to MWI-30, "
CONSULT-III Function".
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN COMBINATION ME TER AND POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter harness connector.
3. Disconnect power steering control unit harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between combination meter harness connector and power steering control unit har-
ness connector.
5. Check the continuity between power st eering control unit harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
3.CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGN AL (COMBINATION METER)
1. Connect combination meter harness connector.
2. Check the combination meter input/output standard values. Refer to MWI-35, "
Reference Value".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace combination meter Refer to MWI-85, "
Removal and Installation".
4.CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL (POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect power steering control unit harness connector.
3. Check the signal between power steering cont rol unit harness connector and ground with oscilloscope.
Combination meter Power steering control unit
Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
M34 30 M108 8 Existed
Power steering control unit —Continuity
Connector Terminal
M108 8 Ground Not existed
Power steering control unit — Condition Voltage (Approx.)
Connector Terminal
M108 8 Ground Vehicle speed: 40 km/h (25 MPH)
CAUTION:
Check air pressure of tire under
standard condition.NOTE:
The maximum voltage varies de-
pending on the specification (desti-
nation unit).
JSNIA0015GB
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace power steering control unit. Refer to STC-23, "
Removal and Installation".
5.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS
Check the power steering control unit pin terminal s for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
Check the combination meter pin terminals fo r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
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STC-22
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UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION)
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIA-
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Description INFOID:0000000006256131
Hard steering when fully turning the steering wheel.
Light steering when driving at a high speed.
Diagnosis Procedure INFOID:0000000006256132
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND
Perform trouble diagnosis for power supply and ground. Refer to STC-14, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for vehicle speed signal. Refer to STC-20, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for engine speed signal. Refer to STC-18, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Perform trouble diagnosis for power steering solenoid valve. Refer to STC-16, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Perform the symptom diagnosis for the steering system. Refer to ST-29, "NVH Troubleshooting
Chart".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
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POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006256133
REMOVAL
1. Remove instrument lower cover. Refer to IP-14, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove instrument lower panel RH. Refer to IP-14, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Disconnect power steering control unit connector.
4. Remove power steering control unit.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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STARTING SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ................ ...............................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
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 ............................................4
PREPARATION .............................................. .....4
Special Service Tools .......................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................4
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................5
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... .....5
Component Parts Location .................................. ......5
Component Description ............................................5
SYSTEM ..............................................................6
System Diagram .................................................. ......6
System Description ...................................................6
WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................7
STARTING SYSTEM ...................................... .....7
Wiring Diagram ................................................... ......7
BASIC INSPECTION ...................................11
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ........11
Work Flow ............................................................ ....11
DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS .........................14
B TERMINAL CIRCUIT .....................................14
Diagnosis Procedure ........................................... ....14
S CONNECTOR CIRCUIT .................................15
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................15
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ..............................16
STARTING SYSTEM .........................................16
Symptom Table ................................................... ....16
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............17
STARTER MOTOR ...........................................17
Exploded View ..................................................... ....17
Removal and Installation .........................................18
Inspection ................................................................18
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .............................................
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
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Starter Motor .......................................................
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PRECAUTIONS
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 “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
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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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5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both
battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of a ll control units using CONSULT-III.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolsINFOID:0000000006275531
Commercial Service ToolsINFOID:0000000006275532
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.) Tool name Description
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(J-44373 Model MCR620)
Starting/Charging System Tester Tests starting and charging systems.
For operating instructio
ns, refer to Technical
Service Bulletin.
SEL403X
Tool name Description
Power tool Loosening bolts, nuts and screws
PIIB1407E
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