ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMEC-531
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection. Va l v e
mecha-
nism Timing chain
55555 55 5 EM-62
Camshaft
EM-47
Intake valve timing controlEM-62
Intake valve
3EM-78
Exhaust valve
Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muf- fler/Gasket 55555 55 5 EM-33
, EX-6
Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tion Oil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/
Oil filter/Oil gallery/Oil cooler 55555 55 5 EM-36
,
LU-9,
LU-11
, LU-7,
LU-17
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oil LU-9
Cooling Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler
cap
55555 55 45 CO-17
Thermostat 5
CO-22
Water pumpCO-20
Water galleryCO-7
Cooling fan
5CO-18
Coolant level (Low)/Contami-
nated coolant CO-11
NVIS (NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer Sys-
tem — NATS) 11
SEC-63
SYMPTOM
Reference page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code A AAB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
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EVAP LEAK CHECK
2. Apply battery voltage between the terminals of EVAP
canister vent control valve to make a closed EVAP
system.
3. To locate the leak, deliver positive pressure to the EVAP system until pressure gauge points reach 1.38 to
2.76 kPa (0.014 to 0.028 kg/cm
2, 0.2 to 0.4 psi).
4. Remove EVAP service port adapter [commercial service tool: (J-41413-OBD)] and hose with pressure
pump.
5. Locate the leak using a leak detector [commercial service tool: (J-41416)]. Refer to EC-62, "EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYS-
TEM : System Description".
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EC-540
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ECM
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
ECM
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000009462468
EXPLODED VIEW
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING ECM. Refer to EC-174, "Work Procedure"
.
1. Remove battery. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Battery)"
.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connectors.
3. Remove ECM mounting nuts, and then remove ECM.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
ECM bracket ECM
: Vehicle front
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)EC-541
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Idle SpeedINFOID:0000000009462469
*: Under the following conditions
• A/C switch: OFF
• Electric load: OFF (Lights, heater fan & rear window defogger)
• Steering wheel: Kept in straight-ahead position
Ignition TimingINFOID:0000000009462470
*: Under the following conditions
• A/C switch: OFF
• Electric load: OFF (Lights, heater fan & rear window defogger)
• Steering wheel: Kept in straight-ahead position
Calculated Load ValueINFOID:0000000009462471
Mass Air Flow SensorINFOID:0000000009462472
*: Engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature and running under no load. Condition Specification
No load* (in P or N position) 650 ± 50 rpm
Condition Specification
No load* (in P or N position) 10 ± 2 ° BTDC
Condition Specification (Using CONSULT or GST)
At idle 10 – 35 %
At 2,500 rpm 10 – 35 %
Supply voltageBattery voltage (11 – 14 V)
Output voltage at idle 1.3 – 1.6 V*
Mass air flow (Using CONSULT or GST) 1.0 – 4.0 g/s at idle*
4.0 – 10.0 g/s at 2,500 rpm*
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint Syst
em (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000009976114
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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section 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 which 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 SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified 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 Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c 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 three minutes before performing any service.
On Board Diagnosti c (OBD) System of Engine and CVTINFOID:0000000009462476
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will illuminate the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
• Always to turn the ignition swit ch OFF and disconnect the negative battery cable before any repair
or inspection work. The open/short circuit of re lated switches, sensors, solenoid valves, etc. will
cause the MIL to illuminate.
• Always to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to illuminate due to the open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
• Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use a new style slide-lock-
ing type harness connector. For descrip tion and how to disconnect, refer to PG-65, "Description"
.
• Always route and secure the harnesses properly afte r work. The interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to illu minate due to the short circuit.
• Always to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to illuminate due to the malfuncti on of the EVAP system or fuel injection system,
etc.
• Always to erase the unnecessary malfunction informati on (repairs completed) from the ECM and
TCM (Transmission control module) before returning the vehicle to the customer.
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PRECAUTIONSEC-543
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General PrecautionsINFOID:0000000009462477
•
Always use a 12 volt battery as power source.
• Never attempt to disconnect ba ttery cables while engine is
running.
• Before connecting or disc onnecting the ECM harness con-
nector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect negative bat-
tery cable. Failure to do so may damage the ECM because
battery voltage is applied to ECM even if ignition switch is
turned OFF.
• Before removing parts, turn ig nition switch OFF and then dis-
connect battery ground cable.
• Never disassemble ECM.
• If a battery cable is disconnected, the memory will return to the ECM value.
The ECM will now start to self-control at its initia l value. Thus, engine operation can vary slightly in
this case. However, this is not an indication of a malfunction. Never replace parts because of a slight
variation.
• If the battery is disconnected, the following emi ssion-related diagnostic information will be lost
within 24 hours.
- Diagnostic trouble codes
- 1st trip diagnostic trouble codes
- Freeze frame data
- 1st trip freeze frame data
- System readiness test (SRT) codes
- Test values
• When connecting ECM harness connector, fasten (B) it
securely with a lever (1) as far as it will go as shown in the fig-
ure.
- ECM (2)
- Loosen (A)
• When connecting or disconnect ing pin connectors into or
from ECM, never damage pin terminals (bends or break).
Check that there are not any bends or breaks on ECM pin ter-
minal, when connect ing pin connectors.
• Securely connect ECM harness connectors.
A poor connection can cause an extremely high (surge) volt-
age to develop in coil and cond enser, thus resulting in dam-
age to ICs.
• Keep engine control system harness at least 10 cm (4 in) away
from adjacent harness, to prevent engine control system mal-
functions due to receiving externa l noise, degraded operation
of ICs, etc.
• Keep engine control system parts and harness dry.
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EC-548
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COMPONENT PARTS
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
COMPONENT PARTS
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM :
Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000009462480
ENGINE ROOM
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No. Component Function
1. Power valve actuator 1 EC-561, "Power Valve Actuator 1 and 2"
2. Electronic controlled engine mount control solenoid valveEC-556, "Electronic Controlled Engine Mount"
3. Cooling fan motor-2EC-554, "Cooling Fan"
4. Cooling fan motor-1EC-554, "Cooling Fan"
5. ECMEC-555, "ECM"
6. Refrigerant pressure sensorEC-562, "Refrigerant
Pressure Sensor"Refer to HAC-9, "Component Part Location" for detailed installa-
tionlocation.
7. Battery current sensor (with battery temperature sensor) EC-553, "Battery Current Sensor (With Battery Temperature Sen-
sor)"
8. Cooling fan motor relay-2
EC-554, "Cooling Fan"
9. Cooling fan motor relay-3EC-554, "Cooling Fan"
10. IPDM E/RIPDM E/R activates the internal control circuit to perform the relay
ON-OFF control according to the input signals from various sen-
sors and the request signals received from control units via CAN
communication.
Refer to PCS-4, "Component Parts Location"
for detailed installa-
tionlocation.
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COMPONENT PARTSEC-553
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A/F SENSOR 1 HEATER
A/F sensor 1 heater is integrated in the sensor.
The ECM performs ON/OFF duty control of the A/F sensor 1 heater corresponding to the engine operating
condition to keep the temperature of A/F s ensor 1 element within the specified range.
ASCD Steering SwitchINFOID:0000000009462483
ASCD steering switch has variant values of electrical resistance for each button. ECM reads voltage variation
of switch, and determines which button is operated.
Battery Current Sensor (With Battery Temperature Sensor)INFOID:0000000009462484
OUTLINE
The power generation voltage variable control enables fuel con-
sumption to be decreased by reducing the engine load which is
caused by the power generation of the generator.
Based on sensor signals, ECM judges whether or not the power
generation voltage variable contro l is performed. When performing
the power generation voltage variable control, ECM calculates the
target power generation voltage based on the sensor signal. And
ECM sends the calculated value as the power generation command
value to IPDM E/R.
CAUTION:
Never connect the electrical componen t or the ground wire directly to the battery terminal. The con-
nection causes the malfunction of th e power generation voltage variable control, and then the battery
discharge may occur.
BATTERY CURRENT SENSOR
The battery current sensor is installed to the battery cable at the negative terminal. The sensor measures the
charging/discharging current of the battery.
BATTERY TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Battery temperature sensor is integrated in battery current sensor.
The sensor measures temperature around the battery.
The electrical resistance of the t hermistor decreases as temperature
increases.
*: These data are reference va lues and are measured between bat-
tery temperature sensor signal terminal and sensor ground.
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Temperature [ °C ( °F)] Voltage* (V) Resistance (k Ω)
25 (77) 3.333 1.9 - 2.1
90 (194) 0.969 0.222 - 0.258
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