camshaft position sensor INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Workshop Manual

EC-824
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Engine Control Component Parts LocationNBS005AI
1. IPDM E/R 2. ICC brake hold relay
(ICC models only)3. Battery current sensor
4. Cooling fan relay 5. Refrigerant pressure sensor 6. Intake valve timing control position
sensor (bank 2)
7. Vacuum tank 8. Cooling fan motor-2 9. Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve (bank 2)
10. Cooling fan control module 11. Electric throttle control actuator 12. Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve (bank 1)
13. Cooling fan motor-1 14. Intake valve timing control position
sensor (bank 1)15. Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
16. Mass air flow sensor
(with intake air temperature sensor)17. Ignition coil (with power transistor)
and spark plug (bank 1)18. VIAS control solenoid valve
19. Fuel injector (bank 1) 20. Engine coolant temperature sensor 21. Power valve actuator
22. Knock sensor (bank 1) 23. Knock sensor (bank 2) 24. Fuel injector (bank 2)
25. EVAP canister purge volume control
solenoid valve26. EVAP service port 27. Ignition coil (with power transistor)
and spark plug (bank 2)
PBIB2674E

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: Vehicle front
1. Mass air flow sensor 2. Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) 3. Engine coolant temperature sensor
sub-harness connector
4. Engine coolant temperature sensor 5. Battery current sensor 6. Refrigerant pressure sensor
PBIB2675E

EC-838
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12 R/GPower steering pressure
sensor[Engine is running]Steering wheel: Being turned0.5 - 4.5V
[Engine is running]
Steering wheel: Not being turned0.4 - 0.8V
13 W/RCrankshaft position sensor
(POS)[Engine is running]
Warm-up condition
Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm
at idle1.0 - 2.0V
[Engine is running]
Engine speed: 2,000 rpm1.0 - 2.0V
14 GCamshaft position sensor
(PHASE)[Engine is running]
Warm-up condition
Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm
at idle1.0 - 4.0V
[Engine is running]
Engine speed: 2,000 rpm1.0 - 4.0V
15 W Knock sensor (bank 1)[Engine is running]
Idle speedApproximately 2.5V
16 W/L
A/F sensor 1 (bank 1)[Engine is running]
Warm-up condition
Idle speedApproximately 3.1V
35 GR/LApproximately 2.6V
56 LG/BApproximately 2.3V
75 YApproximately 2.3V TER-
MINAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
PBIB1041E
PBIB1042E
PBIB1039E
PBIB1040E

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ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS/CONTROL SYSTEMS APPLICATION
ItemDIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE
WORK
SUP-
PORTSELF-DIAGNOS-
TIC RESULTS
DATA
MONI-
TORDATA
MONI-
TOR
(SPEC)ACTIVE
TESTDTC & SRT
CONFIRMATION
DTC*1FREEZE
FRAME
DATA*2SRT
STATUSDTC
WORK
SUP-
PORT
ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS
INPUT
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE)
Mass air flow sensor
Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
Heated oxygen sensor 2
Wheel sensor
Accelerator pedal position sensor
Throttle position sensor
Fuel tank temperature sensor
EVAP control system pressure
sensor
Intake air temperature sensor
Knock sensor
Refrigerant pressure sensor
Closed throttle position switch
(accelerator pedal position sensor
signal)
Air conditioner switch
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
Stop lamp switch
Power steering pressure sensor
Battery voltage
Load signal
Intake valve timing control position
sensor
Fuel level sensor
Battery current sensor
ICC steering switch
ASCD steering switch
ICC brake switch
ASCD brake switch

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*: The items are the same as those of 1st trip freeze frame data.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Monitored Item
: Applicable ABSOL THꞏP/S [%]
The throttle valve opening angle at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
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 sen-
sor (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
sensor is displayed.When the engine is stopped, a certain
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 cor-
rection.
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]
The mean value of the air-fuel ratio feed-
back correction factor per cycle is indi-
cated.When the engine is stopped, a certain
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 temperature
sensor is open or short-circuited, ECM
enters fail-safe mode. The engine coolant
temperature determined by the ECM is
displayed.
A/F SEN1 (B1) [V]
The A/F signal computed from the input
signal of the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 is
displayed. A/F SEN1 (B2) [V]
HO2S2 (B1) [V]The signal voltage of the heated oxygen
sensor 2 is displayed.
HO2S2 (B2) [V]
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 certain
value is indicated.
HO2S2 MNTR (B2)
[RICH/LEAN]
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]The vehicle speed computed from the
vehicle speed signal sent from combina-
tion meter is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT
[V]
The power supply voltage of ECM is dis-
played.
ACCEL SEN 1 [V]
The accelerator pedal position sensor
signal voltage is displayed.ACCEL SEN 2 signal is converted be
ECM internally. Thus, it differs from ECM
terminal voltage signal. ACCEL SEN 2 [V]

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NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically.
DATA MONITOR (SPEC) MODE
Monitored Item
NOTE:
Any monitored item that does not match the vehicle being diagnosed is deleted from the display automatically. ALTDUTY [%]
Indicates the duty ratio of the power gen-
eration command value. The ratio is cal-
culated by ECM based on the battery
current sensor signal.
BAT CUR SEN
[mV]
The signal voltage of battery current sen-
sor is displayed.
ALT DUTY SIG
The control condition of the power gener-
ation voltage variable control (determined
by ECM according to the input signals) is
indicated.
ON: Power generation voltage variable
control is active.
OFF: Power generation voltage variable
control is inactive.
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
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.

EC-862
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data MonitorNBS005AP
Remarks: Specification data are reference values. Specification data are output/input values which are detected or supplied by the ECM at the connector.
* Specification data may not be directly related to their components signals/values/operations.
i.e. Adjust ignition timing with a timing light before monitoring IGN TIMING, because the monitor may show the specification data in
spite of the ignition timing not being adjusted to the specification data. This IGN TIMING monitors the data calculated by the ECM
according to the signals input from the camshaft position sensor and other ignition timing related sensors.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
ENG SPEED
Run engine and compare CONSULT-II value with the tachometer indication.Almost the same speed as
the tachometer indication.
MAS A/F SE-B1 See EC-868, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE" .
B/FUEL SCHDL See EC-868, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE" .
A/F ALPHA-B1
A/F ALPHA-B2See EC-868, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE" .
COOLAN TEMP/S
Engine: After warming up More than 70C (158F)
A/F SEN1 (B1)
A/F SEN1 (B2)
Engine: After warming up Maintaining engine speed at 2,000 rpm Fluctuates around 1.5 V
HO2S2 (B1)
HO2S2 (B2)
Engine: After warming up
After keeping engine speed
between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for
1 minute and at idle for 1 minute
under no loadRevving engine from idle up to 3,000 rpm
quickly.0 - 0.3V Approx. 0.6 -
1.0V
HO2S2 MNTR (B1)
HO2S2 MNTR (B2)
Engine: After warming up
After keeping engine speed
between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for
1 minute and at idle for 1 minute
under no loadRevving engine from idle up to 3,000 rpm
quickly.LEAN RICH
VHCL SPEED SE
Turn drive wheels and compare CONSULT-II value with the speedometer
indication.Almost the same speed as
speedometer indication
BATTERY VOLT
Ignition switch: ON (Engine stopped) 11 - 14V
ACCEL SEN 1
ACCEL SEN 2*
1Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)Accelerator pedal: Fully released 0.4 - 1.1V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed 3.7 - 4.8V
THRTL SEN 1
THRTL SEN 2*
1
Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)
Selector lever: DAccelerator pedal: Fully released More than 0.36V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Less than 4.75V
EVAP SYS PRES
Ignition switch: ON Approx. 1.8 - 4.8V
START SIGNAL
Ignition switch: ON START ON OFF ON OFF
CLSD THL POS
Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)Accelerator pedal: Fully released ON
Accelerator pedal: Slightly depressed OFF
AIR COND SIG
Engine: After warming up, idle
the engineAir conditioner switch: OFF OFF
Air conditioner switch: ON
(Compressor operates.)ON
P/N POSI SW
Ignition switch: ONSelector lever: P or N ON
Selector lever: Except above OFF
PW/ST SIGNAL
Engine: After warming up, idle
the engineSteering wheel: Not being turned
(Forward direction)OFF
Steering wheel: Being turned ON
LOAD SIGNAL
Ignition switch: ONRear window defogger switch: ON
and/or
Lighting switch: 2ND positionON
Rear window defogger switch and light-
ing switch: OFFOFF
IGNITION SW
Ignition switch: ON OFF ON ON OFF ON

DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROLPFP:23796
DescriptionNBS005B9
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line
This mechanism hydraulically controls cam phases continuously with the fixed operating angle of the intake
valve.
The ECM receives signals such as crankshaft position, camshaft position, engine speed, and engine coolant
temperature. Then, the ECM sends ON/OFF pulse duty signals to the intake valve timing (IVT) control sole-
noid valve depending on driving status. This makes it possible to control the shut/open timing of the intake
valve to increase engine torque in low/mid speed range and output in high-speed range.
COMPONENT INSPECTION
Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve
Intake Valve Timing (IVT) control solenoid valve is activated by ON/
OFF pulse duty (ratio) signals from the ECM.
The IVT control solenoid valve changes the oil amount and direction
of flow through intake valve timing control unit or stops oil flow.
The longer pulse width advances valve angle.
The shorter pulse width retards valve angle.
When ON and OFF pulse widths become equal, the solenoid valve
stops oil pressure flow to fix the intake valve angle at the control
position.
Sensor Input signal to ECM function ECM Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)Engine speed
Intake valve
timing controlIntake valve timing control
solenoid valve Intake valve timing control position sensor Intake valve timing signal
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Wheel sensor* Vehicle speed
PBIB3276E
PBIB1842E

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Intake Valve Timing Control Position Sensor
Intake valve timing control position sensors are located in the front of
cylinder heads in both bank 1 and bank 2.
This sensor uses a Hall IC.
The cam position is determined by the intake primary cam sprocket
concave (in three places). The ECM provides feedback to the intake
valve timing control for appropriate target valve open-close timing
according to drive conditions based on detected cam position.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS005BA
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS005BB
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
SEF359Z
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V TIM (B1)
INT/V TIM (B2)
Engine: After warming up
Selector lever: P or N
Air conditioner switch: OFF
No loadIdle
5 - 5CA
2,000 rpm Approx. 0
- 20CA
INT/V SOL (B1)
INT/V SOL (B2)
Engine: After warming up
Selector lever: P or N
Air conditioner switch: OFF
No loadIdle 0% - 2%
2,000 rpm Approx. 25% - 50%
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name Detecting condition Possible cause
P0011
0011
(Bank 1)
Intake valve timing control
performanceAThe alignment of the intake valve timing
control has been misresistered.
Harness or connectors
(Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve circuit is open or shorted.)
Harness or connectors
(Intake valve timing control position
sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
Intake valve timing control solenoid
valve
Intake valve timing control position
sensor
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Accumulation of debris to the signal
pick-up portion of the camshaft
sprocket
Timing chain installation
Foreign matter caught in the oil
groove for intake valve timing control P0021
0021
(Bank 2)BThere is a gap between angle of target
and phase-control angle degree.
Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
Intake valve timing control The signal is not energized to the solenoid valve and the valve control does not function

EC-902
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DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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12. CHECK INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
Refer to EC-902, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 13.
NG >> Replace intake valve timing control solenoid valve.
13. CHECK CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (POS)
Refer to EC-1105, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 14.
NG >> Replace crankshaft position sensor (POS).
14. CHECK CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (PHASE)
Refer to EC-1112, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 15.
NG >> Replace camshaft position sensor (PHASE).
15. CHECK CAMSHAFT SPROCKET
Check accumulation of debris to the signal pick-up portion of the camshaft sprocket. Refer to EM-215, "
CAM-
SHAFT" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 16.
NG >> Remove debris and clean the signal pick-up cutout of camshaft sprocket.
16. CHECK TIMING CHAIN INSTALLATION
Check service records for any recent repairs that may cause timing chain misaligned.
Are there any service records that may cause timing chain misaligned?
Ye s o r N o
Yes >> Check timing chain installation. Refer to EM-203, "TIMING CHAIN" .
No >> GO TO 17.
17. CHECK LUBRICATION CIRCUIT
Refer to EM-221, "
Inspection of Camshaft Sprocket (INT) Oil Groove" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 18.
NG >> Clean lubrication line.
18. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-878, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Component InspectionNBS005BF
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL POSITION SENSOR
1. Disconnect intake valve timing control position sensor harness connector.
2. Loosen the fixing bolt of the sensor.
3. Remove the sensor.