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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000009951773
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 t he system safely is included in the SR and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, 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 NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent 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 Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric 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 mi nutes before performing any service.
Precaution for WorkINFOID:0000000009463086
• When removing or disassembling each component, be ca reful not to damage or deform it. If a component
may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.
• When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the component with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.
• Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and prevent them from being dropped.
• Replace a deformed or damaged clip.
• If a part is specified as a non-reusabl e part, always replace it with a new one.
• Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.
• After installation is complete, be sure to check that each part works properly.
• Follow the steps below to clean components:
- Water soluble dirt:
• Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the dirty area.
• Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.
-Oily dirt:
• Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%) and wipe the dirty area.
• Then dip a cloth into fresh water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the detergent off.
• Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.
- Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol or gasoline.
- For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.
Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)INFOID:0000000009463087
WARNING:
• CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refr igerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants
are mixed compressor failure is likely to occur. Refer to HA-25, "Inspection"
. To determine the purity
of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Recharg-
ing equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.
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• When air outlet is VENT or B/L, the minimum air flow is changed depending on sunload.
STARTING AIR FLOW CONTROL
• When blower motor is activated, A/C auto amp. graduallyincreases duty ratio of blower motor control signal to prevent a
sudden increase in discharge air flow.
• It takes approximately 8 seconds for air flow to reach HI from LOW.
LOW COOLANT TEMPERATURE STARTING CONTROL
If the engine coolant temperature is 56 °C (133 °F) or less, to prevent
a cold discharged air flow, A/C auto amp. suspends blower motor
activation for a maximum of 150 seconds depending on target air
mix door opening angle. After this, blower motor control signal is
increased gradually, and blower motor is activated.
HIGH IN-VEHICLE TEMPERATURE STARTING CONTROL
When front evaporator fin temperature is high [intake sensor value is 35°C (95 °F) or more], to prevent a hot
discharged air flow, A/C auto amp. suspends blower moto r activation for approximately 3 seconds so that front
evaporator is cooled by refrigerant.
FAN SPEED CONTROL AT DOOR MOTOR OPERATION
When mode door motor is activated while air flow is more than the specified value, A/C auto amp. reduces fan
speed temporarily so that mode door moves smoothly.
Air Inlet ControlINFOID:0000000009463096
The intake door is automatically controlled by the temperature set-
ting, ambient temperature, in-vehicle temperature, intake tempera-
ture, amount of sunload and ON/OFF operation of the compressor.
Intake door automatic control selects FRE, 20% FRE, or REC
depending on a target air mix door opening angle, based on in-vehi-
cle temperature, ambient temperature, and sunload.
JMIIA0735GB
JMIIA0736GB
JMIIA0737GB
JMIIA0732GB
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SYSTEM
Air Outlet Control
INFOID:0000000009463097
• While air outlet is in automatic control, A/C auto amp. selects the mode door position depending on a target air mix door angle and
outlet air temperature calculated from sunload.
• If ambient temperature is excessively low, D/F is selected to pre- vent windshield fogging when air outlet is set to FOOT.
Compressor ControlINFOID:0000000009463098
DESCRIPTION
• When the compressor activation condition is satisfied whil e blower motor is activated, A/C auto amp. trans-
mits A/C ON signal and blower fan ON signal to ECM via CAN communication.
• ECM judges that the compressor can be activated depending on the state of each sensor (refrigerant pres-
sure sensor signal and others) and transmits A/C comp ressor request signal to IPDM E/R via CAN commu-
nication.
• IPDM E/R turns A/C relay ON and activate s the compressor depending on request from ECM.
COMPRESSOR PROTECTION CONTROL AT PRESSURE MALFUNCTION
When high-pressure side value that is detected by refrigerant pressure sensor is as per the following state,
ECM requests IPDM E/R to turn A/C relay OFF and stops the compressor.
• 3.12 MPa (31.82 kg/cm
2, 452.4 psi) or more (When the engine speed is less than 1,500 rpm)
• 2.74 MPa (27.95 kg/cm
2, 397.3 psi) or more (When the engine speed is 1,500 rpm or more)
• 0.14 MPa (1.43 kg/cm
2, 20.3 psi) or less
COMPRESSOR OIL CIRCULATION CONTROL
When the engine starts while the engine coolant temperature is 56 °C (133 °F) or less, ECM activates the com-
pressor for approximately 6 seconds and circulates the compressor lubricant once.
LOW TEMPERATURE PROTECTION CONTROL
• When intake sensor detects that front evaporator fin temperature is 2.5 °C (37 °F) or less, A/C auto amp. requests ECM to turn com-
pressor OFF, and stops the compressor.
• When the front evaporator fin temperature returns to 5.0 °C (41 °F)
or more, the compressor is activated.
OPERATING RATE CONTROL
When set temperature is other than fully cold or air out let is “VENT”, “B/L” or “FOOT” A/C auto amp. controls
the compressor activation depending on ambient temperature.
AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL
When set engine is running is excessively high load conditi on, ECM requests IPDM E/R to turn A/C relay OFF,
and stops the compressor. Refer to EC-56, "AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONT ROL : System Description (with
automatic air conditioner)" (QR25DE) or EC-573, "AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL : System Descrip-
tion" (VQ35DE) for details.
JMIIA0730GB
JMIIA0742GB
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SYSTEM
Temperature Control
INFOID:0000000009463100
• When ignition switch is in the ON position, A/C auto amp. always automatically controls temperatur e regardless of front air condi-
tioning operational state.
• A/C auto amp. calculates the target air mix door opening angle depending on set temperature, in-vehicle temperature, ambient
temperature, and sunload.
• Air mix door is controlled depending on the comparison of current
air mix door opening angle and target air mix door opening angle.
• Regardless of in-vehicle temperature, ambient temperature, and
sunload, air mix door is fixed at the fully cold position when set
temperature is 18.0 °C (60 °F), and at the fully hot position when set
temperature is 32.0 °C (90 °F).
Fail-safeINFOID:0000000009463101
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If a communication error exists between the A/C auto amp., and the AV control unit and preset switch for 30
seconds or longer, air conditioning is controlled under the following conditions:
When ambient temperature is less than 3 °C (37 °F) and engine coolant temperature is less than 56 °C (133 °F)
When ambient temperature is 3 °C (37 °F) or more, or engine coolant temperature is 56 °C (133 °F) or more
JMIIA0731GB
Compressor : ON
Air outlet : DEF
Air inlet : FRE (Fresh air intake)
Blower fan speed : AUTO
Set temperature : Setting before communication error occurs
Compressor : ON
Air outlet : AUTO
Air inlet : 20% FRE (20% fresh air intake)
Blower fan speed : AUTO
Set temperature : Setting before communication error occurs
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
(A/C AUTO AMP.)
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (A/C AUTO AMP.)
CONSULT Function (HVAC)INFOID:0000000009463103
CAUTION:
After disconnecting the CONSULT vehicle interface (VI) from the data link connector, the ignition must
be cycled OFF → ON (for at least 5 seconds) → OFF. If this step is not performed, the BCM may not go
to ”sleep mode”, potentially causing a di scharged battery and no-start condition.
CONSULT can display each diagnosis item us ing the diagnosis test modes as shown.
CONSULT application items
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT
Refer to HAC-31, "DTC Index".
Display Item List
Diagnosis mode Description
Self-Diagnostic Result Displays the diagnosis results judged by A/C auto amp.
Data Monitor Displays A/C auto amp. input/output data in real time.
Work support Changes the setting for each system function.
Active Test The signals used to activate each device are forcibly supplied from A/C auto amp.
ECU Identification Displays the A/C auto amp. number.
Configuration • The vehicle specification can be read and saved.
• The vehicle specification can be written when replacing A/C auto amp.
DTC Items
(CONSULT screen terms) Diagnostic item is detected when... Possible cause
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When A/C auto amp. is not transmitting
or receiving CAN communication signal
for 2 or more seconds. CAN communication system
U1010 CONTROL UNIT (CAN) When detecting error during the initial
diagnosis of CAN controller of A/C auto
amp. A/C auto amp.
B257B AMB TEMP SEN (SHORT) Detected temperature at ambient sen-
sor 55 °C (131 °F) or more • Ambient sensor
• A/C auto amp.
• Harness and connector (Ambient sensor circuit is open,
or there is a short in the circuit)
B257C AMB TEMP SEN (OPEN)
Detected temperature at ambient sen-
sor −30 °C ( −22 °F) or less
B2578 IN-CAR SENSOR (OUT OF RANGE
[LOW]) Detected temperature at in-vehicle sen-
sor 55 °C (131 °F) or more • In-vehicle sensor
• A/C auto amp.
• Harness and connector (In-vehicle sensor circuit is open,
or there is a short in the circuit)
B2579
IN-CAR SENSOR (OUT OF RANGE
[HI]) Detected temperature at in-vehicle sen-
sor −30 °C ( −22 °F) or less
B2581 EVAP TEMP SEN (SHORT) Detected temperature at intake sensor
55 °C (131 °F) or more • Intake sensor
• A/C auto amp.
• Harness and connector
(Intake sensor circuit is open, or
there is a short in the circuit)
B2582 EVAP TEMP SEN (OPEN)
Detected temperature at intake sensor
− 30 °C ( −22 °F) or less
B2630
*SUNLOAD SEN (SHORT) Detected calorie at sunload sensor
1395 w/m2 (1200 kcal/m2·h) • Sunload sensor
• A/C auto amp.
• Harness and connector (Sunload sensor circuit is open,
or there is a short in the circuit)
B2631
*SUNLOAD SEN (OPEN) Detected calorie at sunload sensor 0 w/
m2 (0 kcal/m2·h)
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Te r m i n a l N o . (Wire color) Description
ConditionVa l u e
(Approx.)
+ − Signal name Input/
Output
1
(L) —CAN-H Input/
Output ——
2
(B) —Ground — — —
3
(SB) Ground Battery power supply Input Ignition switch OFF Battery voltage
4
(BR) Ground TX FR Output Ignition switch ON 0 – 5 V
7
(L) Ground Ambient sensor signal Input Ignition switch ON 0 – 4.8 V
Output voltage varies with ambi- ent temperature
8
*1
(BR) Ground
Heated steering wheel
switch signal InputIgnition
switch ON Heated steer-
ing wheel
switch: While
pressing 0 V
Other than the
above 12 V
9
(G) Ground Sunload sensor signal Input Ignition switch ON 0 – 4.8 V
Output voltage varies with sun- load amount
13
(P) Ground IGN 2 Input Ignition switch ON Battery voltage
15
(Y) Ground RR DEF switch Output Defroster
switch OFF 0 V
ON 12 V
16
(G) Ground Each door motor LIN signal
Input/
Output Ignition switch ON
17
(W) GroundEach door motor power
supply Output Ignition switch ON 12 V
18
(P) Ground
Front blower motor control
signal Output• Ignition switch ON
• Front fan speed: 1st
speed (manual)
20
*1
(P) Ground
Heated steering wheel relay
control signal OutputIgnition
switch ON Within 30 sec-
onds after
turning ON
the heated
steering
switch. 0 V
Other than the
above 12 V
21
(P) —CAN-L Input/
Output ——
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DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000009463121
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication system for real time application. It is an on-vehicle
multiplex communication system with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability.
Many electronic control units are equipped onto vehicl es, and each control unit shares information and links
with other control units during operation (not independent ). In CAN communication, control units are con-
nected with two communication lines (CAN-H line, CAN-L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission
with less wiring. Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only. Refer to
LAN-32, "CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM : CAN Communication Signal Chart"
.
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000009463122
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait for 2 seconds or more.
2. Using CONSULT, perform “SELF- DIAGNOSIS RESULTS” of HVAC.
3. Check if any DTC No. is displayed in the self-diagnosis results.
Is DTC detected?
YES >> Refer to HAC-55, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> Refer to GI-43, "Intermittent Incident"
.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000009463123
1.CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Check CAN communication system. Refer to LAN-18, "Trouble Diagnosis Flow Chart"
.
>> Inspection End.
DTC Items
(CONSULT screen terms) DTC detection condition Possible cause
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When A/C auto amp. is not transmitting
or receiving CAN communication signal
for 2 or more seconds. CAN communication system
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint Syst
em (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000009951776
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.
Precaution for WorkINFOID:0000000009463187
• When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage or deform it. If a component may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.
• When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the component with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.
• Protect the removed parts with a s hop cloth and prevent them from being dropped.
• Replace a deformed or damaged clip.
• If a part is specified as a non-reusable part, always replace it with a new one.
• Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.
• After installation is complete, be sure to check that each part works properly.
• Follow the steps below to clean components:
- Water soluble dirt:
• Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the dirty area.
• Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.
- Oily dirt:
• Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%) and wipe the dirty area.
• Then dip a cloth into fresh water, wring the water out of the cloth and wipe the detergent off.
• Then rub with a soft, dry cloth.
- Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol or gasoline.
- For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.
Working with HFC-134a (R-134a)INFOID:0000000009463188
WARNING:
• CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and HFC-134a (R-134a) refr igerant are not compatible. If the refrigerants
are mixed compressor failure is likely to occur. Refer to HA-25, "Inspection"
. To determine the purity
of HFC-134a (R-134a) in the vehicle and recovery tank, use Refrigerant Recovery/Recycling Recharg-
ing equipment and Refrigerant Identifier.
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