control INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

BRC-12
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How to Proceed With DiagnosisAFS001SL
BASIC CONCEPT

Most important point to perform diagnosis is to understand systems (control and mechanism) in vehicle
thoroughly.

It is also important to clarify customer complaints before inspec-
tion.
First of all, reproduce symptom, and understand it fully.
Ask customer about his/her complaints carefully. In some cases,
it will be necessary to check symptom by driving vehicle with
customer.
NOTE:
Customers are not professionals. Do not assume “maybe cus-
tomer means...” or “maybe customer mentioned this symptom”.

It is essential to check symptoms right from beginning in order to
repair a malfunction completely.
For an intermittent malfunction, it is important to reproduce
symptom based on interview with customer and past examples.
Do not perform inspection on ad hoc basis. Most intermittent
malfunctions are caused by poor contacts. In this case, it will be
effective to shake suspected harness or connector by hand.
When repairs are performed without any symptom check, no
one can judge if malfunction has actually been eliminated.

After diagnosis, make sure to carry out “erase memory”. Refer to
BRC-27, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS" .

For an intermittent malfunction, move harness or harness con-
nector by hand to check poor contact or false open circuit.

Always read “GI General Information” to confirm general precautions. Refer to GI-4, "General Precau-
tions" .
SEF234G
SEF233G

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Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardAFS001SP
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-II
CAUTION:
The display shows ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) calculation data, so a normal value
might be displayed even in the event the output circuit (harness) is open or short-circuited.
Monitor item Display contentData monitor
Note: Error inspection
checklist
ConditionReference value in
normal operation
SLCT LVR POSI A/T shift positionP: P position
R: R position
N: N position
D: D position
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GEAR A/T gear position1: 1st gear
2: 2nd gear
3: 3rd gear
4: 4th gear
5: 5th gear
FR RH SENSOR
FR LH SENSOR
RR RH SENSOR
RR LH SENSORWheel speedVehicle stopped 0 [km/h (MPH)]
BRC-37, "
Inspection 1:
Wheel Sensor System"Vehicle running (Note 1)Almost in accor-
dance with speed-
ometer display
(within ±10 %)
ACCEL POS SIG Open/close condition
of throttle valve (linked
with accelerator pedal).Accelerator pedal not
depressed (ignition switch is
ON)0 %
Communication circuit
between VDC/TCS/ABS
control unit and ECM
Depress accelerator pedal
(ignition switch is ON)0 to 100 %
ENGINE SPEED With engine runningWith engine stopped 0 rpm
EC section
Engine runningAlmost in accor-
dance with
tachometer display
STR ANGLE SIGSteering angle
detected by steering
angle sensorStraight-ahead Approx. 0 degBRC-42, "
Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Sensor
System"Steering wheel turned –756 to 756 deg
YAW RATE SENYaw rate detected by
yaw rate sensorVehicle stopped Approx. 0 d/sBRC-44, "
Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sen-
sor (2WD model), Yaw
Rate/Side/Decel G-sen-
sor (AWD models) Sys-
tem"
Vehicle running –100 to 100 d/s
SIDE G-SENSORTransverse G detected
by side G-sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2BRC-44, "Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sen-
sor (2WD model), Yaw
Rate/Side/Decel G-sen-
sor (AWD models) Sys-
tem"
Vehicle running
–16.7 to 16.7 m/s2
PRESS SENSORBrake fluid pressure
detected by pressure
sensorWith ignition switch turned ON
and brake pedal releasedApprox. 0 bar
BRC-40, "
Inspection 4:
Pressure Sensor Sys-
tem"With ignition switch turned ON
and brake pedal depressed0 to 170 bar
BATTERY VOLTBattery voltage sup-
plied to ABS actuator
and electric unit (con-
trol unit)Ignition switch ON 10 to 16 VBRC-48, "
Inspection 9:
ABS Actuator and Elec-
tric Unit (Control Unit)
Power Supply and
Ground System"
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operationBrake pedal depressed ONBRC-50, "
Inspection 10:
Stop Lamp Switch Sys-
tem"Brake pedal not depressed OFF

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CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”.
5. Touch “ABS” in the “SELECT SYSTEM” screen.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-40, "
CONSULT-II Data Link
Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
Diagnostic
test modeFunction Reference
WORK SUP-
PORTThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more accurately
by following the indications on CONSULT-II.BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steer-
ing Angle Sensor Neutral
Position"
SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC
RESULTSSelf-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.BRC-27, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS"
DATA MONI-
TORInput/Output data in the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) can be read.BRC-30, "DATA MONITOR"
CAN DIAG
SUPPORT
MNTRThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of communication can be read. —
ACTIVE TESTDiagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives some actuators apart from the
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) and also shifts some parameters in a
specified range.BRC-33, "
ACTIVE TEST"
FUNCTION
TESTConducted by CONSULT-II instead of a technician to determine whether each sys-
tem is “OK” or “NG”.—
ECU PART
NUMBERABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) part number can be read. —
SKIA3098E
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6. Select the required diagnostic location from the “SELECT DIAG
MODE” screen.
For further information, see CONSULT-II Operation Manual.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Description

If an error is detected in the system, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp
on the combination meter turn on. In this case, perform self-diagnosis as follows:

While CONSULT-II is used, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, SLIP indicator lamp may be
turned on in a case of no malfunctioning.
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Start engine and drive at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
5. After stopping vehicle, with the engine running, touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “SELF-
DIAG RESULTS” in order on the CONSULT-II screen.
CAUTION:
If “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on the
ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the System Selection screen. In this case, repeat
the operation from step 1. If it cannot be shown after several attempts, ABS actuator and electric
unit (control unit) may have malfunctioned.
6. The self-diagnostic results are displayed. (If necessary, the self-diagnostic results can be printed out by
touching “PRINT”.)

When “NO FAILURE” is displayed, check ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indica-
tor lamp.
7. Perform the appropriate inspection from the display item list, and repair or replace the malfunctioning
component.
8. Drive the vehicle at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute.
CAUTION:

In a case that a wheel sensor is malfunctioning, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp,
SLIP indicator lamp will turn on. If vehicle is not driven at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or
more for at least approximately 1 minute after repair of the wheel sensor system, ABS warning
lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may not turn off even if everything is
normal. Check again to make sure that there is no malfunction on other parts.
9. Turn ignition switch OFF to prepare for erasing the memory.
10. Start engine and touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”, “ERASE
MEMORY” in order on the CONSULT-II screen to erase the error memory.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-40, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
CAUTION:
If the error memory is not erased, re-perform the operation from step 5.
11. For the final inspection, drive at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately 1 minute and
confirm that ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are OFF.
SFIA2436E

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Display Item List
Self-diagnostic item Malfunction detecting condition Check system
FR LH SENSOR- 1
[C1104]Circuit of front LH wheel sensor is open, shorted or sensor power
voltage is unusual.
BRC-37, "
Inspection 1:
Wheel Sensor System"
(Note 1) RR RH SENSOR- 1
[C1101]Circuit of rear RH wheel sensor is open, shorted or sensor power
voltage is unusual.
FR RH SENSOR- 1
[C1103]Circuit of front RH wheel sensor is open, shorted or sensor power
voltage is unusual.
RR LH SENSOR- 1
[C1102]Circuit of rear LH wheel sensor is open, shorted or sensor power
voltage is unusual.
FR LH SENSOR- 2
[C1108]ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot identify sen-
sor pulses, because of large gap between wheel sensor and sen-
sor rotor.
RR RH SENSOR- 2
[C1105]ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot identify sen-
sor pulses, because of large gap between wheel sensor and sen-
sor rotor.
FR RH SENSOR- 2
[C1107]ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot identify sen-
sor pulses, because of large gap between wheel sensor and sen-
sor rotor.
RR LH SENSOR- 2
[C1106]ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot identify sen-
sor pulses, because of large gap between wheel sensor and sen-
sor rotor.
STOP LAMP SW
[C1116]Stop lamp switch circuit is open or shorted.BRC-50, "
Inspection 10:
Stop Lamp Switch Sys-
tem"
PRESS SEN CIRCUIT
[C1142]Pressure sensor signal line is open or shorted, or sensor power
voltage is unusual, or pressure sensor is malfunctioning.BRC-40, "Inspection 4:
Pressure Sensor Sys-
tem"
ST ANG SEN CIRCUIT
[C1143]Neutral position of steering angle sensor is dislocated, or steer-
ing angle sensor is malfunctioning.BRC-42, "Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Sensor
System"
YAW RATE SENSOR
[C1145]Yaw rate sensor has generated an error, or yaw rate sensor sig-
nal line is open or shorted.BRC-44, "
Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sensor
(2WD model), Yaw Rate/
Side/Decel G-sensor
(AWD models) System"

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FR LH IN ABS SOL
[C1120]Circuit of front LH IN ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or control
line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
BRC-46, "
Inspection 7:
Solenoid and VDC
Change-Over Valve Sys-
tem"
FR LH OUT ABS SOL
[C1121]Circuit of front LH OUT ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or con-
trol line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
RR RH IN ABS SOL
[C1126]Circuit of rear RH IN ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or control
line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
RR RH OUT ABS SOL
[C1127]Circuit of rear RH OUT ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or con-
trol line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
FR RH IN ABS SOL
[C1122]Circuit of front RH IN ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or control
line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
FR RH OUT ABS SOL
[C1123]Circuit of front RH OUT ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or con-
trol line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
RR LH IN ABS SOL
[C1124]Circuit of rear LH IN ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or control
line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
RR LH OUT ABS SOL
[C1125] Circuit of rear LH OUT ABS solenoid is open or shorted, or con-
trol line is open or shorted to power supply or ground.
CV1
[C1164]Primary side VDC switch-over solenoid valve 1 (cut valve 1) is
open or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power sup-
ply or ground.
CV2
[C1165]Secondary side VDC switch-over solenoid valve 2 (cut valve 2) is
open or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power sup-
ply or ground.
SV1
[C1166]Primary side VDC switch-over solenoid valve 1 (suction valve 1)
is open or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power
supply or ground.
SV2
[C1167]Secondary side VDC switch-over solenoid valve 2 (suction valve
2) is open or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power
supply or ground.
PUMP MOTOR (Note 3)
[ C 1111 ]During actuator motor operation with ON, when actuator motor
turns OFF or when control line for actuator motor relay is open.
BRC-47, "
Inspection 8:
Actuator Motor System"During actuator motor operation with OFF, when actuator motor
turns ON or when control line for relay is shorted to ground.
ABS SENSOR
[ABNORMAL SIGNAL]
[C1115]Wheel sensor input is malfunction.BRC-37, "
Inspection 1:
Wheel Sensor System"
(Note 1)
BATTERY VOLTAGE
[ABNORMAL]
[C1109]ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) power voltage is too
low.BRC-48, "
Inspection 9:
ABS Actuator and Elec-
tric Unit (Control Unit)
Power Supply and
Ground System"
ST ANG SEN SIGNAL
[C1144]Neutral position correction of steering angle sensor is not fin-
ished.BRC-42, "Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Sensor
System"ST ANG SEN COM CIR
[C1156]CAN communication line or steering angle sensor has generated
an error.
SIDE G-SEN CIRCUIT
[C1146]Side G-sensor is malfunctioning, or signal line of side G-sensor is
open or shorted.BRC-44, "
Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sensor
(2WD model), Yaw Rate/
Side/Decel G-sensor
(AWD models) System"
CONTROLLER FAILURE
[C1110]Internal malfunction of ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit)BRC-40, "Inspection 3:
VDC/TCS/ABS Control
Unit System"
Self-diagnostic item Malfunction detecting condition Check system

BRC-30
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Note 1: After completing repairs of shorted sensor circuit, when turn ignition switch ON, ABS warning lamp
turned on. Check that ABS warning lamp turned off while driving vehicle at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH)
or more for approximately 1 minute according to self-diagnosis procedure. In addition, if wheel sensor 2 is dis-
played for wheels, check wheel sensor circuit and also check ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
power voltage.
Note 2: If multiple malfunctions are detected including CAN communication line [U1000], perform diagnosis for
CAN communication line first.
Note 3: “ACTUATOR RLY” on the CONSULT-II self-diagnostic results indicates the malfunction of actuator
relay or circuit. Actuator relay is imbedded in ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
DATA MONITOR
Operation Procedure
1. After turning OFF ignition switch, connect CONSULT-II and CONVERTER to data link connector.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)”, “ABS”, “DATA MONITOR” in order on the CONSULT-II screen.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-40, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]

CAN communication line is open or shorted.

ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) internal malfunc-
tion

Battery voltage for EMC is suddenly interrupted for approxi-
mately 0.5 seconds or more.BRC-53, "
Inspection 14:
CAN Communication
System" (Note 2)
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW
[C1155]Brake fluid level drops or circuit between ABS actuator and elec-
tric unit (control unit) and brake fluid level switch is open or
shorted.BRC-51, "
Inspection 11:
Brake Fluid Level Switch
System"
VARIANT CODING
[C1170]V coding is not functioning.ABS actuator and elec-
tric unit (control unit) and
circuit
G - SENSOR (AWD model)
[C1113]Decel G sensor is malfunctioning, or signal line of Decel G sen-
sor is open or shorted.BRC-44, "
Inspection 6:
Yaw Rate/Side G-Sensor
(2WD model), Yaw Rate/
Side/Decel G-sensor
(AWD models) System"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1130]Based on the signal from ECM, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) judges that engine fuel cut system is malfunction-
ing.–
ENGINE SIGNAL 2
[C1131]Based on the signal from ECM, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) judges that engine ETC system is malfunctioning.–
ENGINE SIGNAL 3
[C1132]Based on the signal from ECM, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) judges that engine CAN system is malfunctioning.–
ENGINE SIGNAL 4
[C1133]Based on the signal from ECM, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) judges that engine torque down system is malfunc-
tioning.–
ENGINE SIGNAL 6
[C1136]Based on the signal from ECM, ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) judges that engine control system is malfunctioning.–
ACTUATOR RLY
[C1140] (Note 3)

Actuator solenoid valve relay is ON, even if control unit sends
off signal.

Actuator solenoid valve relay is OFF, even if control unit sends
on signal.BRC-47, "
Inspection 8:
Actuator Motor System"
DECEL G SEN SET (AWD model)
[C1160]Neutral position correction of Decel G -sensor is not finished.BRC-52, "
Inspection 13:
When “DECEL G SEN
SET” Appears on Self-
Diagnosis Results Dis-
play (AWD Model)"
Self-diagnostic item Malfunction detecting condition Check system

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CAUTION:
When “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” is touched immediately after starting engine or turning on
ignition switch, “ABS” might not be displayed in the system selection screen. In this case, repeat
the operation from step 1.
4. Return to the Monitor Item Selection screen, and touch “ECU INPUT SIGNALS”, “MAIN SIGNALS” or
“SELECTION FROM MENU”. Refer to the following information.
5. When “START” is touched, the data monitor screen is displayed.
Display Item List
Item
(Unit)Data monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
GEAR×××Gear position judged by PNP
switch signal is displayed.
FR RH SENSOR
(km/h, MPH)×××Wheel speed calculated by front
RH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
FR LH SENSOR
(km/h, MPH)×××Wheel speed calculated by front
LH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
RR RH SENSOR
(km/h, MPH)×××Wheel speed calculated by rear
RH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
RR LH SENSOR
(km/h, MPH)×××Wheel speed calculated by rear
LH wheel sensor signal is dis-
played.
BATTERY VOLT
(V)×××Voltage supplied to ABS actuator
and electric unit (control unit) is
displayed.
SLCT LVR POSI×××Shift position judged by PNP
switch signal.
ACCEL POS SIG
(%)×––Throttle valve open/close status
judged by CAN communication
signal is displayed.
ENGINE SPEED
(rpm)×××Engine speed judged by CAN
communication signal is displayed.
STR ANGLE SIG
(deg)×––Steering angle detected by steer-
ing angle sensor is displayed.
YAW RATE SEN
(d/s)××–Yaw rate detected by yaw rate
sensor is displayed.
DECEL G-SEN (AWD model)
(G)×××Longitudinal acceleration detected
by decel G-sensor is displayed.
SIDE G-SENSOR
(m/s
2 )×––Lateral acceleration detected by
side G-sensor is displayed.
PRESS SENSOR
(bar)×––Brake fluid pressure detected by
pressure sensor is displayed.
STOP LAMP SW
(ON/OFF)×××Stop lamp switch (ON/OFF) status
is displayed.
OFF SW
(ON/OFF) ×× ×VDC OFF switch (ON/OFF) sta-
tus is displayed.
ABS WARN LAMP
(ON/OFF)–××ABS warning lamp (ON/OFF) sta-
tus is displayed.
SLIP LAMP
(ON/OFF)–××SLIP indicator lamp (ON/OFF) sta-
tus is displayed.
FR LH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–××Front LH IN ABS solenoid (ON/
OFF) status is displayed.

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×:Applicable
–:Not applicable
Note: Serves as EBD warning lamp.
ACTIVE TEST
CAUTION:

Do not perform active test while driving.

Make sure to completely bleed air from the brake system.

Active test cannot be performed when EBD, ABS, TCS or VDC operation is malfunction.

ABS and brake warning lamps turn on during the active test.
Operation Procedure
1. Connect CONSULT-II and CONVERTER to data link connector and start engine.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
2. Touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL) ” on the display screen.
3. Touch “ABS”.
If “ABS” is not indicated, go to GI-40, "
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit" .
4. Touch “ACTIVE TEST”.
5. The test item selection screen is displayed.
6. Touch necessary test item.
7. With the “MAIN SIGNALS” display shown in reverse, touch “START”.
8. The “ACTIVE TEST” screen will be displayed, so perform the following test.
Solenoid Valve Operation Chart
CRANKING SIG
(ON/OFF)––×Cranking condition (ON/OFF) sta-
tus is displayed.
4WD FAIL REQ
(ON/OFF)––×AWD fail-safe signal (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
2WD/4WD
(2WD/4WD)––×Distinguish 2WD and AWD Item
(Unit)Data monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
SFIA1172E
OperationABS solenoid valve ABS solenoid valve (ACT)
UP KEEP DOWN UPACTUATOR
UPACTUATOR
KEEP
FR RH IN SOL OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
FR RH OUT SOL OFF OFF ON* OFF OFF OFF
FR LH IN SOL OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
FR LH OUT SOL OFF OFF ON* OFF OFF OFF
RR RH IN SOL OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
RR RH OUT SOL OFF OFF ON* OFF OFF OFF

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For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisAFS001SR
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-12, "How to Proceed With Diagno-
sis" .

If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), steering angle sensor, steering system parts or suspension
system parts have been replaced, or if alignment has been adjusted, be sure to adjust neutral position of
steering angle sensor before driving. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Posi-
tion" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-27, "SELF-DIAGNOSIS" .

When checking continuity and voltage between units, be sure to check for disconnection, looseness,
bend, or collapse of connector terminals. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace connector termi-
nals.

For intermittent symptoms, possible cause is malfunction in harness, harness connector, or terminals.
Move harness, harness connector, and terminals to check for poor connections.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

To use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), active tests,
or work support, first stop work, then connect CONSULT-II and select “ABS”.

While self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II shows malfunction, if CONSULT-II active test is performed,
an engine system error may be indicated. In this case, start engine to resume the normal screen.

VDC/TCS/ABS system electronically controls brake operation and engine output. The following symptoms
may be caused by normal operations:
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noiseThis is noise of motor inside ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Slight noise may occur during VDC, TCS, and ABS operation.
Normal
When the vehicle speed goes over 20 km/h (12.5 MPH), motor and
valves operating noise may be heard. It happens only once after IGN
(ignition) is ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check
noiseWhen engine starts, slight “click” noise may be heard from engine room.
This is normal and is part of system operation check.Normal
VDC/TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp blink-
ing)TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving
over location where friction coefficient varies, when up/downshifting, or
when fully depressing accelerator pedal.
Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer. For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press
VDC OFF SW to turn VDC/TCS function off.
When accelerator pedal is depressed on a chassis dynamometer (fixed
front-wheel type), vehicle speed will not increase. This is not normal. It is
result of TCS being activated by stationary front wheels. Warning lamp
may also illuminate to indicate “sensor system error”. This is also nor-
mal, and is the result of the stationary front wheels being detected. To be
certain, restart engine, and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more.
Make sure warning lamp does not illuminate.
ABS operation (Longer stop-
ping distance)On roads with low friction coefficients, such as snowy roads or gravel
roads, vehicles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. There-
fore, when driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed
sufficiently low.Normal
Insufficient feeling of accel-
erationDepending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of accelera-
tion is insufficient. This is because traction control, which controls
engine and brakes to achieve optimal traction, has the highest priority
(for safety). As a result, there may be times when acceleration is slightly
less than usual for the same accelerator pedal operation.Normal