2011 INFINITI QX56 check engine

DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOWSTR-13
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YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Repair as needed.
8.“S” CONNECTOR CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check “S” connector circuit. Refer to STR-15, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is
“S” connector circuit normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Repair as needed.
9.ENGINE ROTATION STATUS
Check that the engine can be rotated by hand.
Does the engine turn freely by hand?
YES >> Replace starter motor.
NO >> Perform further diagnosis of engine mechanical or powertrain mechanism. Once resolved, per-
form battery test again. Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
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STR-14
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >
B TERMINAL CIRCUIT
DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
B TERMINAL CIRCUIT
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006275524
CAUTION:
Perform diagnosis under the condition that engine cannot start by the following procedure.
1. Remove fuel pump fuse.
2. Crank or start the engine (where possi ble) until the fuel pressure is released.
1.CHECK “B” TERMINAL CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check that starter motor “B” terminal connection is clean and tight.
3. Check voltage between starter motor “B” terminal and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Check harness between battery and starter motor for open circuit.
2.CHECK BATTERY CABLE CONNECTION STATUS (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
1. Shift A/T selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
2. Check voltage between battery positive terminal and starter motor “B” terminal.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Check harness between the battery and the starter motor for poor continuity.
3.CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT STATUS (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
1. Shift A/T selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
2. Check voltage between starter motor case and battery negative terminal.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> “B” terminal circuit is OK. Further inspection is necessary. Refer to STR-11, "Work Flow".
NO >> Check the starter motor case and ground for poor continuity.
(+) (–) Voltage
Starter motor “B” terminal
F57 2 Ground Battery voltage
(+) (–)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
Starter motor “B” terminal
Battery positive terminal F57 2 When the ignition switch
is in START position Less than 0.5
(+) (–) Condition Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
Starter motor case Battery negative terminal When the ignition switch is in START position Less than 0.2
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S CONNECTOR CIRCUITSTR-15
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S CONNECTOR CIRCUIT
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006275525
CAUTION:
Perform diagnosis under the cond
ition that engine cannot start by the following procedure.
1. Remove fuel pump fuse.
2. Crank or start the engine (where possi ble) until the fuel pressure is released.
1.CHECK “S” CONNECTOR CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect starter motor connector.
3. Shift A/T selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
4. Check voltage between starter motor harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> “S” connector circuit is OK. Furt her inspection is necessary. Refer to STR-11, "Work Flow".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS CONTI NUITY (OPEN CIRCUIT)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector.
3. Check continuity between starter motor harness connector and IPDM E/R harness connector.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Further inspection is necessary. Refer to SEC-48, "Work Flow".
NO >> Repair the harness or connector.
(+)
(–) Condition Voltage
Starter motor
Connector Terminal
F55 1 Ground When the ignition switch
is in START position Battery voltage
Starter motor harness IPDM E/R
Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
F55 1 E10 3 Existed
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COMPONENT PARTSTM-11
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION > [7AT: RE7R01B]
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NOTE:
The following components are included in the control valve & TCM (17).
TCM
 Input speed sensor 1, 2
 A/T fluid temperature sensor
 Transmission range switch
 Direct clutch solenoid valve
 High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve
 Input clutch solenoid valve
 Front brake solenoid valve
 Low brake solenoid valve
 Anti-interlock solenoid valve
 2346 brake solenoid valve
 Line pressure solenoid valve
 Torque converter clutch solenoid valve
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000006226739
Name Function
TCM TM-12, "
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : TCM"
Transmission range switchTM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range Switch"
Output speed sensor TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor"
Input speed sensor 1
TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor"Input speed sensor 2
A/T fluid temperature sensorTM-12, "
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor"
Input clutch solenoid valve TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Front brake solenoid valve TM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Front Brake Solenoid Valve"
Direct clutch solenoid valveTM-12, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Direct Clutch Solenoid Valve"
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valveTM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : High and Low Reverse Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Low brake solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Low Brake Solenoid Valve"
Anti-interlock solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Anti-interlock Solenoid Valve"
2346 brake solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : 2346 Brake Solenoid Valve"
Torque converter clutch solenoid valveTM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve"
Line pressure solenoid valve TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Accelerator pedal position sensor TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor"
Manual mode switch TM-13, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Manual Mode Switch"
Tow mode switch TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Tow Mode Switch"
A/T CHECK indicator lampTM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp"
Tow mode indicator lamp* TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Tow Mode Indicator Lamp"
Selector lever position indicator TM-14, "A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : Selector Lever Position Indicator"
Stop lamp switch BRC-15, "Stop Lamp Switch"
Yaw rate/side G sensorBRC-15, "Yaw Rate/Side/Decel G sensor"
Starter relay STR-6, "System Description"
ECMEC-35, "ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
BCM BCS-6, "BODY CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
Combination meter MWI-9, "METER SYSTEM : System Description"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) BRC-16, "System Description"
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TM-44
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[7AT: RE7R01B]
SYSTEM
SYSTEM
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : System DiagramINFOID:0000000006226767
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000006226768
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
 The A/T senses vehicle operating conditions through vari
ous sensors or signals. It always controls the opti-
mum shift position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
 Receive input signals transmitted from various switches and sensors.
 Determine required line pressure, shifting point, lock-up operation, etc.
JSDIA1853GB
Sensor (or signal)
⇒TCM function
⇒Actuator
Transmission range switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
Closed throttle position signal
Wide open throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Output speed sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Manual mode switch signal
Stop lamp switch signal
Input speed sensor 1, 2
Yaw rate/side/decel G sensor
Tow mode switch signal Line pressure control (
TM-48
)
Shift change control ( TM-50
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Shift pattern control ( TM-54
)
Lock-up control ( TM-56
)
Fail-safe control ( TM-45
)
Self-diagnosis ( TM-61
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CONSULT-III communication line ( TM-61
)
CAN communication line ( TM-103
)Input clutch solenoid valve
Direct clutch solenoid valve
Front brake solenoid valve
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve
Low brake solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch solenoid valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
Anti-interlock solenoid valve
2346 brake solenoid valve
A/T CHECK indicator lamp
Tow mode indicator lamp
Shift position indicator
Back-up lamp relay
Starter relay
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TM-68
< ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION >[7AT: RE7R01B]
TCM
ECU DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION
TCM
Reference ValueINFOID:0000000006226782
VALUES ON DIAGNOSIS TOOL
NOTE:
1. The CONSULT-III electrically displays shift timi
ng and lock-up timing (that is, operation timing of each
solenoid).
Check for time difference between actual shift timi ng and the CONSULT-III display. If the difference is
noticeable, mechanical parts (except solenoids, sens ors, etc.) may be malfunctioning. Check mechanical
parts in accordance with the specified diagnostic procedures.
2. Shift schedule (that implies gear position) on CONSULT-III may slightly differ from that is described in Ser-
vice Manual. This occurs because of the reasons as per the following:
- Actual shift schedule has more or less tolerance or allowance
- Shift schedule in Service Manual refers to the point where shifting starts
- Gear position on CONSULT-III indicates the point where shifting completes
3. Display of solenoid valves on CONSULT-III changes at t he start of shifting, while gear position is displayed
upon completion of shifting (which is computed by TCM).
CONSULT-III MONITOR ITEM
Item name Condition Value / Status (Approx.)
VHCL/S SE-A/T During driving Approximately equals the speed-
ometer reading.
ESTM VSP SIG During driving Approximately equals the speed-
ometer reading.
OUTPUT REV During driving (lock-up ON) Tachometer / Gear ratio
INPUT SPEED During driving (lock-up ON) Approximately equals the engine
speed.
F SUN GR REV During driving Revolution of front sun gear is indi-
cated.
F CARR GR REV During driving Revolution of front carrier is indi-
cated.
ENGINE SPEED Eng ine running Closely equals the tachometer
reading.
TC SLIP SPEED During driving Engine speed − Input speed
ACCELE POSI Accelerator pedal is released 0.0/8
Accelerator pedal is fully depressed 8.0/8
THROTTLE POSI Accelerator pedal is released 0.0/8
Accelerator pedal is fully depressed 8.0/8
ATF TEMP 1 Ignition switch ON Temperature of ATF in the oil pan is
indicated.
ATF TEMP 2 Ignition switch ON Temperature of ATF at the exit of
torque converter.
AT F T E M P S E 1 0 °C (32 ° F) – 20 °C (68 °F) – 80 °C (176 °F) 3.3 – 2.7 – 0.9 V
BATTERY VOLT Ignition switch ON Battery voltage (11 V – 14 V)
LINE PRES SOL During driving 0.2 – 0.6 A
TCC SOLENOID Slip lock-up is active 0.2 – 0.8 A
Lock-up is active 0.8 A
Other than the above 0 A
L/B SOLENOID Low brake is engaged 0.6 – 0.8 A
Low brake is disengaged 0 – 0.05 A
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOWTM-89
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6.IDENTIFY MALFUNCTIONING SYSTEM WI TH “DIAGNOSIS CHART BY SYMPTOM”
Use TM-165, "
Symptom Table" from the symptom inspection result in step 4. Then identify where to start per-
forming the diagnosis based on possible causes and symptoms.
>> GO TO 8.
7.REPAIR OR REPLACE THE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS
Repair or replace the detected malfunctioning parts.
Reconnect parts or connector after repairing or replacing, and then erase DTC if necessary.
>> GO TO 8.
8.FINAL CHECK
Perform “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE” again to make sure that the repair is correctly performed.
Check that malfunctions are not reproduced when obtai ning the malfunction information from the customer,
referring to the symptom inspection result in step 3 or 4.
Is DTC or malfunction symptom reproduced?
YES-1 >> DTC is reproduced: GO TO 5.
YES-2 >> Malfunction symptom is reproduced: GO TO 6.
NO >> Before delivering the vehicle to the customer, make sure that DTC is erased.
Question sheetINFOID:0000000006226790
DESCRIPTION
There are many operating conditions that may cause a malfunction
of the transmission parts. By understanding those conditions prop-
erly, a quick and exact diagnosis can be achieved.
In general, customers have their own criteria for a problem. There-
fore, it is important to understand the symptom and status well
enough by asking the customer about the concerns carefully. In
order to systemize all the inform ation for the diagnosis, prepare the
question sheet referring to the question points.
WORKSHEET SAMPLE
SEF907L
Question Sheet
Customer name MR/MS Engine # Manuf. Date Incident Date VIN
Model & Year In Service Date
Trans. Mileage km / Mile
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPL ACING TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006233270
Decel G sensor calibration must be performed when replacing A/T assembly.
Special Repair RequirementINFOID:0000000006233271
1.PREPARATION BEFORE CALIBRATION PROCEDURE
1. Park the vehicle on a flat road.
2. Adjust pressure in all tires to the specified value. Refer to WT-69, "
Tire Air Pressure".
>> GO TO 2.
2.PERFORM CALIBRATION
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
2. Select “G SENSOR CALIBRATION” in “Work Support” in “TRANSMISSION”.
3. Touch “START”. CAUTION:
Never give any motion to the vehicle during the calibration.
Is
“completed” displayed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Perform the calibration again.
3.CHECK DTC
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait 10 seconds or more.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Select “Self Diagnostic Results” in “ABS”.
Is
“C1145” or “C1146” detected?
YES >> Refer to BRC-51, "DTC Index".
NO >> Calibration end.
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