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STC-34
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STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE IS HEAVY OR LIGHT
STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE IS HEAVY OR LIGHT
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000009460376
1.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
Perform “EPS” self-diagnosis.
Is a malfunctioning system displayed?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to STC-13, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (1)
With CONSULT
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Turn the steering wheel until it stops.
3. Select “MTR ASSIST” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“100%”?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (2)
With CONSULT
1. Select “C/U TEMP” and “C/U TEMP A” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
2. Stop the system until the DATA MONITOR display value drops to “90 °C (194 °F)” or less.
3. Check whether symptom continues.
Did symptom continue?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> This occurs because the protection function lowers the assist force. It is not a system malfunction.
Inspection End.
4.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (3)
With CONSULT
1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight -ahead position. (There is no steering force)
2. Select “BATTERY VOLT” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“10.5 V” or more?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Check the battery power system. Refer to STC-23, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
5.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (4)
With CONSULT
Select “ESTM VHCL SPD” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
*: This may not agree with the speedometer indication imm ediately after the ignition switch is turned ON. This
is not a malfunction.
Is the check result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Check the combination meter, ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to MWI-18,
"CONSULT Function (METER/M&A)" and BRC-33, "CONSULT Function (ABS)".
Monitor item Test condition Display value
ESTM VHCL SPD When stopped 0.00 km/h or mph
While driving Approximately equal to the in-
dication on speedometer
*
(Inside of ±10%)
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6.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (5)
With CONSULT
Select “STR ANG SPD” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the check result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Check the steering angle sensor. Refer to STC-22, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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7.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (6)
With CONSULT
Select “ENGINE STATUS” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“RUN”?
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Check the ECM. Refer to EC-77, "CONSULT Function"
.
8.CHECK THE STEERING FORCE
Check the steering force. Refer to STC-36, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Is the check result normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> It is possible that there is a mechani cal malfunction. Check the steering system.
Monitor item Test condition Display value
STR ANG SPD The steering wheel is not
steered. Approx. 0.0 deg/s
The steering wheel is steered. Displays steering angle speed
(deg/s)
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STC-36
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE AND RETURN BETWEEN
RIGHT AND LEFT
UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TU RNING FORCE AND RETURN BE-
TWEEN RIGHT AND LEFT
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000009460377
1.CHECK THE ILLUMINATION OF THE HYDRAULIC PUMP ELECTRIC POWER STEERING WARNING
LAMP
Check the hydraulic pump electric power steering warning lamp while engine is running.
Does the hydraulic pump electric power steering warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Refer to STC-33, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
2.CHECK WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Check the wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-25, "Wheel Alignment (Unladen*
1)".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Adjustment of wheel alignment. Refer to FSU-25, "Wheel Alignment (Unladen*
1)".
3.CHECK STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
Check the steering wheel turning force. Refer to STC-37, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Check the steering wheel turning force for mechanical malfunction. Refer to STC-34, "Diagnosis
Procedure".
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Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000009460378
1.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
Perform “EPS” self-diagnosis.
Is a malfunctioning system displayed?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to STC-13, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (1)
With CONSULT
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Turn the steering wheel until it stops.
3. Select “MTR ASSIST” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“100%”?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (2)
With CONSULT
1. Select “C/U TEMP” and “C/U TEMP A” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
2. Stop the system until the DATA MONITOR display value drops to “90 °C (194 °F)” or less.
3. Check whether symptom continues.
Did symptom continue?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> This occurs because the protection function lowers the assist force. It is not a system malfunction.
Inspection End.
4.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (3)
With CONSULT
1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight -ahead position. (There is no steering force.)
2. Select “BATTERY VOLT” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“10.5 V” or more?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Check the battery power system. Refer to STC-23, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
5.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (4)
With CONSULT
Select in “ESTM VHCL SPD” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
*: This may not agree with the speedometer indication immediately after the ignition switch is turned ON. This
is not a malfunction.
Is the check result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
Monitor item Test condition Display value
ESTM VHCL SPD When stopped 0.00 km/h or mph
While driving Approximately equal to the in-
dication on speedometer
*
(Inside of ±10%)
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UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION)
NO >> Check the combination meter, ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to MWI-18,
"CONSULT Function (METER/M&A)" and BRC-33, "CONSULT Function (ABS)".
6.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (5)
With CONSULT
Select “STR ANG SPD” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the check result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Check the steering angle sensor. Refer to STC-22, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
7.CHECK THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE SIGNAL (6)
With CONSULT
Select “ENGINE STATUS” in “DATA MONITOR” of “EPS”.
Is the display value
“RUN”?
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Check the ECM. Refer to EC-77, "CONSULT Function"
.
8.CHECK STEERING COLUMN AND STEERING GEAR
Check the steering column assembly and steering gear assembly.
• Steering column assembly. Refer to ST-46, "Steering Column"
.
• Steering gear assembly. Refer to ST-47, "Power Steering Gear"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning component.
9.CHECK STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
Check the steering wheel turning force. Refer to STC-34, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Check the steering wheel turning force for mechanical malfunction. Refer to STC-34, "Diagnosis
Procedure".
Monitor item Test condition Display value
STR ANG SPD The steering wheel is not turn-
ing. Approx. 0.0 deg/s
The steering wheel is being
turned. Displays steering angle speed
(deg/s)
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CAUTION:
Disconnect battery negative cable before removing the power steering pump assembly.
The power steering control module is an integral part of the power steering pump assembly. If replacement of
the power steering control module is necessary, replac e the complete power steering pump assembly. Refer
to ST-38, "Removal and Installation"
.
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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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PREPARATION ............................................3
PREPARATION .............................................. .....3
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................4
COMPONENT PARTS ................................... .....4
QR25DE ................................................................. ......4
QR25DE : Component Parts Location ......................4
QR25DE : Component Description ..........................4
VQ35DE ................................................................. ......4
VQ35DE : Component Parts Location ......................5
VQ35DE : Component Description ...........................5
SYSTEM ..............................................................6
System Diagram .................................................. ......6
System Description ...................................................6
Component Description ............................................6
WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................7
STARTING SYSTEM ...................................... .....7
Wiring Diagram ................................................... ......7
BASIC INSPECTION ...................................12
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW ........12
Work Flow (With GR8-1200 NI) ........................... ....12
Work Flow (Without GR8-1200 NI) ..........................16
DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS .........................18
B TERMINAL CIRCUIT .....................................18
Description ........................................................... ....18
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................18
S CONNECTOR CIRCUIT .................................20
Description ...............................................................20
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................20
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ..............................21
STARTING SYSTEM .........................................21
Symptom Table ................................................... ....21
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............22
STARTER MOTOR ...........................................22
QR25DE ................................................................. ....22
QR25DE : Exploded View .......................................22
QR25DE : Removal and Installation ........................22
VQ35DE ................................................................. ....23
VQ35DE : Exploded View ........................................23
VQ35DE : Removal and Installation ........................23
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .............................................
25
STARTER MOTOR ...........................................25
Starter .................................................................. ....25
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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. 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.
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