2011 INFINITI QX56 brake sensor

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COMPONENT PARTS
Component Description
INFOID:0000000006224266
× : Applicable
13. Steering angle sensor
Refer to BRC-10, "
Component Parts
Location"
14. ADAS control unit
Refer to DAS-13, "
Component Parts
Location"
A. Back side of engine room (RH) B. Front bumper (center) C. Upper side of brake pedal
D. Under side of inst rument lower driver
panel
Component Function
Description
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
Brake Assist (with preview function)
ADAS control unit ×××× ADAS control unit calculates a target distance between vehicles
and a target speed, based on signals received from each sensor
and switch to transmit an engine torque command value to ECM
and a brake fluid pres sure control signal to ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit) via CAN communication
 ADAS control unit transmits buzzer output signal to combination
meter via CAN communication
ICC sensor ×××× ICC sensor detects light reflected from a vehicle ahead by irra-
diating laser forward and calculates a distance from the vehicle
ahead and a relative speed, based on the detected signal
 ICC sensor transmits the presence/absence of vehicle ahead and the distance from the vehicle to ADAS control unit via ITS
communication
ECM ×××× ECM transmits the accelerator pedal position signal, ICC brake
switch signal, stop lamp switch signal, ICC steering switch sig-
nal, etc. to ADAS control unit via CAN communication
 ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator based on the engine torque demand received from the ADAS control unit via
CAN communication
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) ×××× ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) transmits the vehicle
speed signal (wheel speed), stop lamp signal and VDC/TCS/
ABS system operation condition to ADAS control unit via CAN
communication
 ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) controls the brake, based on a brake fluid pressure control signal received from the
ADAS control unit via CAN communication
BCM ×BCM transmits the front wiper request signal to ADAS control unit
via CAN communication
TCM ××TCM transmits the signal related to A/T control to ADAS control
unit via CAN communication
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NOTE:
Only IBA system uses
Combination meter ××××Performs the following operations using the signals received from
the ADAS control unit via the CAN communication
 Displays the ICC system operation status using the meter dis-
play signal
 Illuminates the ICC system warning lamp using the ICC warning
lamp signal
 Illuminates the IBA OFF indicator lamp using the IBA OFF indi- cator lamp signal
 Operates the buzzer (ICC warning chime) using the buzzer out- put signal
ICC steering switch ×× ICC steering switch allows the ON/OFF of the Intelligent Cruise
Control and the settings of a vehicle speed and distance be-
tween vehicles
 ICC steering switch signal is transmitted to ECM. ECM transmits the signal to the ADAS control unit via CAN communication
ICC brake switch ×××× ICC brake switch is turned OFF and stop lamp switch is turned
ON, when depressing the brake pedal
 ICC brake switch signal is input to ECM. These signals are transmitted from ECM to ADAS control unit via CAN communi-
cation
 Stop lamp switch signal is in put to ECM and ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit). These signals are transmitted from
ECM and ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) to ADAS
control unit via CAN communication
Stop lamp switch
××××
ICC brake hold relay ××ICC brake hold relay activates the stop lamp by ICC brake hold re-
lay drive signal (stop lamp drive signal) outputted by the ADAS
control unit
Transfer control unit ××××Transfer control unit transmits a mode selection state of 4WD shift
switch to the ADAS control unit via CAN communication
IBA OFF switch ×
NoteIBA OFF switch signal is input to the ADAS control unit
Steering angle sensor ×Measures the rotation amount, rotation speed, and rotation direc-
tion of steering wheel, and then transmits them to ADAS control
unit via CAN communication
Component
Function
Description
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA)
Brake Assist (with preview function)
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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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For maintaining a selected distance between own vehicle and the vehicle in front of own vehicle up to t\
he pre-
set speed. Refer to CCS-15, "
VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CO NTROL MODE FUNCTION : System
Description".
Conventional (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode
For cruising at a preset speed. Refer to CCS-18, "CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL
MODE FUNCTION : System Description".
NOTE:
In the Conventional (Fixed Speed) Cruise Control Mode, a warning chime will not sound to warn driver if own
vehicle are too close to the vehicle ahead.
WARNING:
Always drive carefully and attentively when using ei ther cruise control mode. To avoid serious injury
or death, do not rely on the system to prevent accide nts or to control the vehicle's speed in emer-
gency situations. Do not use cr uise control except in appropriat e rode and traffic conditions.
Distance Control Assist (DCA) System
DCA share the systems and component s with ICC system. Refer to DAS-68, "System Description".
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System
FCW share the systems and component s with ICC system. Refer to DAS-218, "System Description".
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) System
IBA system share the systems and components with ICC system. Refer to BRC-152, "INTELLIGENT BRAKE
ASSIST : System Description".
Brake Assist (with preview function)
Brake Assist (with preview function) share t he systems and components with ICC system. Refer to BRC-145,
"BRAKE ASSIST (WITH PREVIEW FUNCTION) : System Description".
Fail-safe (ADAS Control Unit)INFOID:0000000006224268
If a malfunction occurs in each system, ADAS control unit cancels eac h control, sounds a beep, and turns ON
the warning lamp or indicator lamp.
Fail-safe (ICC Sensor)INFOID:0000000006224269
If a malfunction occurs in the ICC sensor, ADAS cont rol unit cancels control, sounds a beep, and turns ON the
ICC system warning lamp in the combination meter.
VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE FUNCTION
VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTRO L MODE FUNCTION : System Descrip-
System Buzzer Warning lamp/Indicator lamp Description
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode High-pitched
toneICC system warning lamp Cancel
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise control mode High-pitched
tone
ICC system warning lamp Cancel
Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) High-pitched
toneIBA OFF indicator lamp Cancel
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) High-pitched
toneIBA OFF indicator lamp Cancel
Distance Control Assist (DCA) High-pitched
tone
ICC system warning lamp Cancel
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) — Lane departure warning lamp Cancel
Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) Low-pitched
toneLane departure warning lamp Cancel
Blind Spot Warning (BSW) — BSW warning lamp Cancel
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NOTE:
The display of the DCA system is given priority when the DCA system is ON in a standby mode. (The set vehi-
cle speed indicator, set distance indicator, and own vehicle indicator are not displayed).
APPROACH WARNING DISPLAY
If own vehicle comes closer to a vehicle ahead due to rapi d deceleration of that vehicle or if another vehicle
cuts in, the system warns the driver with the chim e and ICC system display. Decelerate by depressing the
brake pedal to maintain a safe vehicle distance if:
 The chime sounds.
 The vehicle ahead detection indicator and set distance indicator blink.
The warning chime may not sound in some cases when there is a short distance between vehicles. Some
examples are:
 When the vehicles are traveling at the same s peed and the distance between vehicles is not changing.
 When the vehicle ahead is traveling faster and the distance between vehicles is increasing.
 When a vehicle cuts in at near own vehicle.
The warning chime will not sound when own vehicle approac hes vehicles that are parked or moving slowly.
The warning chime will not sound when the accele rator pedal is depressed, overriding the system.
The approach warning chime may sound and the system disp lay may blink when the ICC sensor detects some
reflectors which are fitted on vehicles in other lanes or on the side of the road.
This may cause the ICC system to dec elerate or accelerate the vehicle.
The ICC sensor may detect these reflectors when the vehicle is driven on winding roads, hilly roads or when
entering or exiting a curve.
The ICC sensor may also detect reflectors on narrow roads or in road construction zones.
In these cases driver will have to manually control the proper distance ahead of own vehicle.
Also, the sensor sensitivity can be affected by vehicle operation (steering maneuver or driving position in the
lane) or traffic or vehicle condition (for example, if a vehicle is being driven with some damage).
Control mode With a vehicle
aheadSet vehicle distance (Long)
Set vehicle distance (Middle)
Set vehicle distance (Short)
When the vehicle speed exceeds the set speed
Condition Display on ICC system display
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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
JSOIA0301ZZ
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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JSOIA0303ZZ
JSOIA0304ZZ
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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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