control INFINITI FX35 2004 Service Manual

EC-764
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2004 November 2004 FX35/FX45
*: This function is not necessary in the usual service procedure.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE
Self Diagnostic Item
Regarding items of DTC and 1st trip DTC, refer to EC-662, "INDEX FOR DTC" .)
Freeze Frame Data and 1st Trip Freeze Frame Data
EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE CLOSE THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE IN
ORDER TO MAKE EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE UNDER THE
FOLLOWING CONDITIONS.

IGN SW ON

ENGINE NOT RUNNING

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS ABOVE 0°C (32°F).

NO VACUUM AND NO HIGH PRESSURE IN EVAP SYS-
TEM

FUEL TANK TEMP. IS MORE THAN 0°C (32°F).

WITHIN 10 MINUTES AFTER STARTING “EVAP SYS-
TEM CLOSE”

WHEN TRYING TO EXECUTE “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE”
UNDER THE CONDITION EXCEPT ABOVE, CONSULT-
II WILL DISCONTINUE IT AND DISPLAY APPROPRI-
ATE INSTRUCTION.
NOTE:
WHEN STARTING ENGINE, CONSULT-II MAY DISPLAY
“BATTERY VOLTAGE IS LOW. CHARGE BATTERY”,
EVEN IN USING CHARGED BATTERY.When detecting EVAP vapor leak
point of EVAP system
TARGET IDLE RPM ADJ*

IDLE CONDITION When setting target idle speed
TARGET IGN TIM ADJ*

IDLE CONDITION When adjusting target ignition tim-
ing WORK ITEM CONDITION USAGE
Freeze frame data
item*Description
DIAG TROUBLE
CODE
[PXXXX]

The engine control component part/control system has a trouble code, it is displayed as PXXXX. (Refer to
EC-662, "
INDEX FOR DTC" .)
FUEL SYS-B1

“Fuel injection system status” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.

One mode in the following is displayed.
Mode2: Open loop due to detected system malfunction
Mode3: Open loop due to driving conditions (power enrichment, deceleration enleanment)
Mode4: Closed loop - using oxygen sensor(s) as feedback for fuel control
Mode5: Open loop - has not yet satisfied condition to go to closed loop FUEL SYS-B2
CAL/LD VALUE [%]

The calculated load value at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
COOLANT TEMP [°C]
or [°F]

The engine coolant temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
L-FUEL TRM-B1 [%]

“Long-term fuel trim” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.

The long-term fuel trim indicates much more gradual feedback compensation to the base fuel schedule
than short-term fuel trim. L-FUEL TRM-B2 [%]
S-FUEL TRM-B1 [%]

“Short-term fuel trim” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.

The short-term fuel trim indicates dynamic or instantaneous feedback compensation to the base fuel
schedule. S-FUEL TRM-B2 [%]
ENGINE SPEED
[rpm]

The engine speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
VEHICL SPEED
[km/h] or [mph]

The vehicle speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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DATA MONITOR MODE
Monitored Item
×: Applicable B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]

The base fuel schedule at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE [°C]
or [°F]

The intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. Freeze frame data
item*Description
Monitored item [Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
NALSMAIN
SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks
ENG SPEED [rpm]××

Indicates the engine speed computed from
the signal of the crankshaft position sensor
(POS) and camshaft position sensor
(PHASE).
Accuracy becomes poor if engine
speed drops below the idle rpm.

If the signal is interrupted while the
engine is running, an abnormal value
may be indicated.
MAS A/F SE-B1 [V]××

The signal voltage of the mass air flow sen-
sor is displayed.
When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain value is indicated.
B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]×

“Base fuel schedule” indicates the fuel
injection pulse width programmed into
ECM, prior to any learned on board correc-
tion.
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]×

The mean value of the air-fuel ratio feed-
back correction factor per cycle is indicated.

When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain value is indicated.

This data also includes the data for
the air-fuel ratio learning control. A/F ALPHA-B2 [%]×
COOLAN TEMP/S
[°C] or [°F]××

The engine coolant temperature (deter-
mined by the signal voltage of the engine
coolant temperature sensor) is displayed.

When the engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor is open or short-circuited,
ECM enters fail-safe mode. The
engine coolant temperature deter-
mined by the ECM is displayed.
HO2S1 (B1) [V]××

The signal voltage of the heated oxygen
sensor 1 is displayed.
HO2S1 (B2) [V]×
HO2S2 (B1) [V]×

The signal voltage of the heated oxygen
sensor 2 is displayed.
HO2S2 (B2) [V]×
HO2S1 MNTR (B1)
[RICH/LEAN]××

Display of heated oxygen sensor 1 signal
during air-fuel ratio feedback control:
RICH: means the mixture became “rich”,
and control is being affected toward a
leaner mixture.
LEAN: means the mixture became “lean”,
and control is being affected toward a rich
mixture.
After turning ON the ignition switch,
“RICH” is displayed until air-fuel mix-
ture ratio feedback control begins.

When the air-fuel ratio feedback is
clamped, the value just before the
clamping is displayed continuously. HO2S1 MNTR (B2)
[RICH/LEAN]×
HO2S2 MNTR (B1)
[RICH/LEAN]×

Display of heated oxygen sensor 2 signal:
RICH: means the amount of oxygen after
three way catalyst is relatively small.
LEAN: means the amount of oxygen after
three way catalyst is relatively large.

When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain value is indicated.
HO2S2 MNTR (B2)
[RICH/LEAN]×
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]××

The vehicle speed computed from the vehi-
cle speed signal sent from combination
meter is displayed.

EC-766
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BATTERY VOLT [V]××
The power supply voltage of ECM is dis-
played.
ACCEL SEN 1 [V]××

The accelerator pedal position sensor sig-
nal voltage is displayed.
ACCEL SEN 2 signal is converted be
ECM internally. Thus, they differs
from ECM terminal voltage signal. ACCEL SEN 2 [V]×
THRTL SEN 1 [V]××

The throttle position sensor signal voltage
is displayed.
THRTL SEN 2 signal is converted by
ECM internally. Thus, they differs
from ECM terminal voltage signal. THRTL SEN 2 [V]×
FUEL T/TEMP SE
[°C] or [°F]×

The fuel temperature (determined by the
signal voltage of the fuel tank temperature
sensor) is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE
[°C] or [°F]××

The intake air temperature (determined by
the signal voltage of the intake air tempera-
ture sensor) is indicated.
EVAP SYS PRES [V]×

The signal voltage of EVAP control system
pressure sensor is displayed.
FUEL LEVEL SE [V]×

The signal voltage of the fuel level sensor is
displayed.
START SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates start signal status [ON/OFF] com-
puted by the ECM according to the signals
of engine speed and battery voltage.
After starting the engine, [OFF] is dis-
played regardless of the starter sig-
nal.
CLSD THL POS
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates idle position [ON/OFF] computed
by ECM according to the accelerator pedal
position sensor signal.
AIR COND SIG
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of the air con-
ditioner switch as determined by the air
conditioner signal.
P/N POSI SW
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the park/
neutral position (PNP) switch signal.
PW/ST SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

[ON/OFF] condition of the power steering
system (determined by the signal voltage of
the power steering pressure sensor signal)
is indicated.
LOAD SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the elec-
trical load signal.
ON: Rear window defogger switch is ON
and/or lighting switch is in 2nd position.
OFF: Both rear window defogger switch
and lighting switch are OFF.
SNOW MODE SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
snow mode switch signal.
IGNITION SW
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from ignition
switch signal.
HEATER FAN SW
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
heater fan switch signal.
BRAKE SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the stop
lamp switch signal.
INJ PULSE-B1
[msec]×

Indicates the actual fuel injection pulse
width compensated by ECM according to
the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain computed value is indicated.
INJ PULSE-B2
[msec]Monitored item [Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
NALSMAIN
SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks

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Indicates the ignition timing computed by
ECM according to the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain value is indicated.
CAL/LD VALUE [%]

“Calculated load value” indicates the value
of the current air flow divided by peak air
flow.
MASS AIRFLOW
[g·m/s]

Indicates the mass air flow computed by
ECM according to the signal voltage of the
mass air flow sensor.
PURG VOL C/V [%]

Indicates the EVAP canister purge volume
control solenoid valve control value com-
puted by the ECM according to the input
signals.

The opening becomes larger as the value
increases.
INT/V TIM (B1) [°CA]

Indicates [°CA] of intake camshaft
advanced angle.
INT/V TIM (B2) [°CA]
INT/V SOL (B1) [%]

The control value of the intake valve timing
control solenoid valve (determined by ECM
according to the input signals) is indicated.

The advance angle becomes larger as the
value increases. INT/V SOL (B2) [%]
VIAS S/V
[ON/OFF]

The control condition of the VIAS control
solenoid valve (determined by ECM accord-
ing to the input signals) is indicated.

OFF: VIAS control solenoid valve is not
operating.
ON: VIAS control solenoid valve is operat-
ing.
AIR COND RLY
[ON/OFF]×

The air conditioner relay control condition
(determined by ECM according to the input
signals) is indicated.
FUEL PUMP RLY
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates the fuel pump relay control condi-
tion determined by ECM according to the
input signals.
VENT CONT/V
[ON/OFF]

The control condition of the EVAP canister
vent control valve (determined by ECM
according to the input signals) is indicated.
ON: Closed
OFF: Open
THRTL RELAY
[ON/OFF]

Indicates the throttle control motor relay
control condition determined by the ECM
according to the input signals.
COOLING FAN
[HI/OFF]

The control condition of the cooling fan
(determined by ECM according to the input
signals) is indicated.
HI: High speed operation
OFF: Stop
HO2S1 HTR (B1)
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of heated
oxygen sensor 1 heater determined by
ECM according to the input signals. HO2S1 HTR (B2)
[ON/OFF]Monitored item [Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
NALSMAIN
SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks

EC-768
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.HO2S2 HTR (B1)
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of heated
oxygen sensor 2 heater determined by
ECM according to the input signals. HO2S2 HTR (B2)
[ON/OFF]
I/P PULLY SPD
[rpm]

Indicates the engine speed computed from
the turbine revolution sensor signal.
VEHICLE SPEED
[km/h] or [MPH]

Indicates the vehicle speed computed from
the revolution sensor signal.
IDL A/V LEARN
[YET/CMPLT]

Display the condition of idle air volume
learning
YET: Idle air volume learning has not been
performed yet.
CMPLT: Idle air volume learning has
already been performed successfully.
TRVL AFTER MIL
[km] or [mile]

Distance traveled while MIL is activated.
O2SEN HTR DTY
[%]

Indicates the heated oxygen sensor 1
heater control value computed by the ECM
according to the input signals.
AC PRESS SEN [V]

The signal voltage from the refrigerant
pressure sensor is displayed.
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]

The vehicle speed computed from the vehi-
cle speed signal sent from TCM is dis-
played.
MAIN SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from ON/OFF
(MAIN) switch signal.
CANCEL SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from CAN-
CEL switch signal.
RESUME/ACC SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from ACCEL/
RESUME switch signal.
SET SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from COAST/
SET switch signal.
BRAKE SW1
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from ASCD
brake switch signal.
BRAKE SW2
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of stop lamp
switch signal.
DIST SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from DIS-
TANCE switch signal.
CRUISE LAMP
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of CRUISE
lamp determined by the ECM according to
the input signals.
Voltage [V]

Voltage, frequency, duty cycle or pulse
width measured by the probe.

Only “#” is displayed if item is unable
to be measured.

Figures with “#”s are temporary ones.
They are the same figures as an
actual piece of data which was just
previously measured. Frequency [msec],
[Hz] or [%]
DUTY-HI
DUTY-LOW
PLS WIDTH-HI
PLS WIDTH-LOWMonitored item [Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
NALSMAIN
SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks

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DATA MONITOR (SPEC) MODE
Monitored Item
NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Test Item
Monitored item [Unit]ECM
input
signalsMain
signalsDescription Remarks
ENG SPEED [rpm]××

Indicates the engine speed computed
from the signal of the crankshaft position
sensor (POS) and camshaft position
sensor (PHASE).
MAS A/F SE-B1 [V]××

The signal voltage of the mass air flow
sensor specification is displayed.
When engine is running specification
range is indicated.
B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]×

“Base fuel schedule” indicates the fuel
injection pulse width programmed into
ECM, prior to any learned on board cor-
rection.

When engine is running specification
range is indicated.
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]
A/F ALPHA-B2 [%]×

The mean value of the air-fuel ratio feed-
back correction factor per cycle is indi-
cated.
When engine is running specification
range is indicated.

This data also includes the data for the
air-fuel ratio learning control.
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
FUEL INJEC-
TION

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change the amount of fuel injec-
tion using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Fuel injector

Heated oxygen sensor 1
IGNITION TIM-
ING

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Timing light: Set

Retard the ignition timing using
CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Perform Idle Air Volume Learning.
POWER BAL-
ANCE

Engine: After warming up, idle
the engine.

A/C switch OFF

Shift lever: N

Cut off each injector signal one at
a time using CONSULT-II.Engine runs rough or dies.

Harness and connectors

Compression

Fuel injector

Power transistor

Spark plug

Ignition coil
COOLING FAN*

Ignition switch: ON

Turn the cooling fan “HI” and
“OFF” using CONSULT-II.Cooling fan moves and stops.

Harness and connectors

Cooling fan motor

IPDM E/R
ENG COOLANT
TEMP

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change the engine coolant tem-
perature using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor

Fuel injector
FUEL PUMP
RELAY

Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)

Turn the fuel pump relay ON and
OFF using CONSULT-II and lis-
ten to operating sound.Fuel pump relay makes the operat-
ing sound.
Harness and connectors

Fuel pump relay

EC-770
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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*: Leaving cooling fan OFF with CONSULT-II while engine is running may cause the engine to overheat.
DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION MODE
SRT STATUS Mode
For details, refer to EC-709, "SYSTEM READINESS TEST (SRT) CODE" .
SRT Work Support Mode
This mode enables a technician to drive a vehicle to set the SRT while monitoring the SRT status.
DTC Work Support Mode
*: DTC P1442 and P1456 does not apply to S50 models but appears in DTC Work Support Mode screens.VIAS SOL VALVE

Ignition switch: ON

Turn solenoid valve ON and OFF
with CONSULT-II and listen to
operating sound.Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound.
Harness and connectors

Solenoid valve
PURG VOL
CONT/V

Engine: After warming up, run
engine at 1,500 rpm.

Change the EVAP canister purge
volume control solenoid valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT-II.Engine speed changes according to
the opening percent.
Harness and connectors

Solenoid valve
FUEL/T TEMP
SEN

Change the fuel tank temperature using CONSULT-II.
VENT CON-
TROL/V

Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)

Turn solenoid valve ON and OFF
with the CONSULT-II and listen
to operating sound.Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound.
Harness and connectors

Solenoid valve
V/T ASSIGN
ANGLE

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change intake valve timing using
CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Intake valve timing control sole-
noid valve TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
Test mode Test item Condition Reference page
EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMPURG FLOW P0441
Refer to corresponding
trouble diagnosis for DTC.EC-976
EVP SML LEAK P0442/P1442*EC-981
EVAP V/S LEAK P0456/P1456*EC-1030
PURG VOL CN/V P1444EC-1160
HO2S1HO2S1 (B1) P0133EC-872
HO2S1 (B1) P0134EC-884
HO2S1 (B1) P1143EC-1103
HO2S1 (B1) P1144EC-1109
HO2S1 (B2) P0153EC-872
HO2S1 (B2) P0154EC-884
HO2S1 (B2) P1163EC-1103
HO2S1 (B2) P1164EC-1109
H02S2HO2S2 (B1) P0139EC-903
HO2S2 (B1) P1146E C - 111 6
HO2S2 (B1) P1147EC-1127
HO2S2 (B2) P0159EC-903
HO2S2 (B2) P1166E C - 111 6
HO2S2 (B2) P1167EC-1127

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FUNCTION
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect “GST” to data link connector, which is located under LH
dash panel near the hood opener handle.
Diagnostic test mode Function
MODE 1 READINESS TESTSThis mode gains access to current emission-related data values, including analog inputs
and outputs, digital inputs and outputs, and system status information.
MODE 2 (FREEZE DATA)This mode gains access to emission-related data value which were stored by ECM during
the freeze frame. For details, refer to EC-708, "
FREEZE FRAME DATA AND 1ST TRIP
FREEZE FRAME DATA" .
MODE 3 DTCsThis mode gains access to emission-related power train trouble codes which were stored
by ECM.
MODE 4 CLEAR DIAG INFOThis mode can clear all emission-related diagnostic information. This includes:

Clear number of diagnostic trouble codes (MODE 1)

Clear diagnostic trouble codes (MODE 3)

Clear trouble code for freeze frame data (MODE 1)

Clear freeze frame data (MODE 2)

Reset status of system monitoring test (MODE 1)

Clear on board monitoring test results (MODE 6 and 7)
MODE 6 (ON BOARD TESTS)This mode accesses the results of on board diagnostic monitoring tests of specific com-
ponents/systems that are not continuously monitored.
MODE 7 (ON BOARD TESTS)This mode enables the off board test drive to obtain test results for emission-related pow-
ertrain components/systems that are continuously monitored during normal driving condi-
tions.
MODE 8 —This mode can close EVAP system in ignition switch ON position (Engine stopped). When
this mode is performed, EVAP canister vent control valve can be closed.
In the following conditions, this mode cannot function.

Low ambient temperature

Low battery voltage

Engine running

Ignition switch OFF

Low fuel temperature

Too much pressure is applied to EVAP system
MODE 9 (CALIBRATION ID)This mode enables the off-board test device to request specific vehicle information such
as Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and Calibration IDs.
PBIB1503E

EC-780
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUEPFP:00031
DescriptionABS00C01
The specification (SP) value indicates the tolerance of the value that is displayed in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)”
mode of CONSULT-II during normal operation of the Engine Control System. When the value in “DATA MONI-
TOR (SPEC)” mode is within the SP value, the Engine Control System is confirmed OK. When the value in
“DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode is NOT within the SP value, the Engine Control System may have one or
more malfunctions.
The SP value is used to detect malfunctions that may affect the Engine Control System, but will not light the
MIL.
The SP value will be displayed for the following three items:

B/FUEL SCHDL (The fuel injection pulse width programmed into ECM prior to any learned on board cor-
rection)

A/F ALPHA-B1/B2 (The mean value of air-fuel ratio feedback correction factor per cycle)

MAS A/F SE-B1 (The signal voltage of the mass air flow sensor)
Testing ConditionABS00C02

Vehicle driven distance: More than 5,000 km (3,017 miles)

Barometric pressure: 98.3 - 104.3 kPa (1.003 - 1.064 kg/cm2 , 14.25 - 15.12 psi)

Atmospheric temperature: 20 - 30°C (68 - 86°F)

Engine coolant temperature: 75 - 95°C (167 - 203°F)

Transmission: Warmed-up*1

Electrical load: Not applied*2

Engine speed: Idle
*1: After the engine is warmed up to normal operating temperature, drive vehicle until “FLUID TEMP SE” (A/T
fluid temperature sensor signal) indicates more than 60°C (140°F).
*2: Rear window defogger switch, air conditioner switch, lighting switch are OFF. Steering wheel is straight
ahead.
Inspection ProcedureABS00C03
NOTE:
Perform “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode in maximum scale display.
1. Perform EC-733, "
Basic Inspection" .
2. Confirm that the testing conditions indicated above are met.
3. Select “B/FUEL SCHDL”, “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
and “MAS A/F SE-B1” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode with
CONSULT-II.
4. Make sure that monitor items are within the SP value.
5. If NG, go to EC-781, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
SEF601Z

POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
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Ground Inspection ABS00C09
Ground connections are very important to the proper operation of electrical and electronic circuits. Ground
connections are often exposed to moisture, dirt and other corrosive elements. The corrosion (rust) can
become an unwanted resistance. This unwanted resistance can change the way a circuit works.
Electronically controlled circuits are very sensitive to proper grounding. A loose or corroded ground can drasti-
cally affect an electronically controlled circuit. A poor or corroded ground can easily affect the circuit. Even
when the ground connection looks clean, there can be a thin film of rust on the surface.
When inspecting a ground connection follow these rules:

Remove the ground bolt or screw.

Inspect all mating surfaces for tarnish, dirt, rust, etc.

Clean as required to assure good contact.

Reinstall bolt or screw securely.

Inspect for “add-on” accessories which may be interfering with the ground circuit.

If several wires are crimped into one ground eyelet terminal, check for proper crimps. Make sure all of the
wires are clean, securely fastened and providing a good ground path. If multiple wires are cased in one
eyelet make sure no ground wires have excess wire insulation.
For detailed ground distribution information, refer to PG-31, "
Ground Distribution" .
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