INFINITI QX56 2009 Factory Service Manual

4WD WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ONDLN-105
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4WD WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772164
4WD warning lamp does not turn ON when turning ignition switch to ON.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772165
1.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT PO WER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUITS
Refer to DLN-22, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair as necessary.
2.CHECK COMBINATION METER POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUITS
Refer to MWI-30, "COMBINATION METER : Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Perform repairs as necessary.
3.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TR ANSFER CONTROL UNIT AND COMBINATION METER
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
2. Disconnect transfer control unit and combination meter harness connectors.
3. Check continuity between the following terminals.
- Transfer control unit harness connector E142 (A) terminal 5 and combination meter harness connector M23 (B) terminal 49.
Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.CHECK INDICATOR LAMP CIRCUIT
1. Connect combination meter harness connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
3. Ground the following terminal using suitable wiring.
- Transfer control unit harness connector E142 terminal 5 and ground.
Does 4WD warning lamp turn on?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace combination meter. Refer to MWI-102,
"Removal and Installation".
5.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
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Continuity should exist.
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4WD WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals fo
r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP OR 4LO INDICATOR LAMP DO NOT CHANGE
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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP OR 4LO INDICATOR LAMP DO NOT
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DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772166
4WD shift indicator lamp or 4LO indicator lamp do not change when switching the 4WD shift switch.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772167
1.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
Confirm 4WD shift indicator lamp and 4LO indicator lamp turn on when ignition switch is turned to ON.
Do 4WD shift indicator lamp and 4LO indicator lamp turn on?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Refer to DLN-103, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD sh ift switch system. Refer to DLN-31, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR WAIT DETECTION SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for wait det ection switch system. Refer to DLN-35, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for neutral-4LO switch system. Refer to DLN-28, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
5.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ATP SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for ATP switch system. Refer to DLN-116, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
6.CHECK SYSTEM FOR 2-4WD SOLENOID
Perform trouble diagnosis for 2-4W D solenoid system. Refer to DLN-57, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
7.CHECK SYSTEM FOR TRANSFER CONTROL DEVICE
Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer control device system. Refer to DLN-48, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ACTUATOR MOTOR
Perform trouble diagnosis for actuator motor system. Refer to DLN-39, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP OR 4L
O INDICATOR LAMP DO NOT CHANGE
9.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ACTUATOR POSITION SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for actuator position switch system. Refer to DLN-45, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
10.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 11.
11 .CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 12.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals fo r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
12.CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS
1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to DLN-142, "Disassembly and Assembly"
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2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ONDLN-109
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ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772168
ATP warning lamp does not turn ON when the transfer case is switched in or out of 4LO with the A/T selector
lever in N position.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772169
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to DLN-18, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)"
.
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate CAN communication?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD sh ift switch system. Refer to DLN-31, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR TRANSMIS SION RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for transmission range switch signal system. Refer to DLN-38, "Diagnosis Proce-
dure".
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ATP SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for ATP switch system. Refer to DLN-116, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
5.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TR ANSFER CONTROL UNIT AND COMBINATION METER
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector and combination meter harness connector.
3. Check continuity between the following terminals.
- Transfer control unit harness connector E142 (B) terminal 15 and combination meter harness connector M23 (A) terminal 43.
Continuity should exist.
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ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON
- Transfer control unit harness
connector E143 (B) terminal 40
and combination meter harness connector M23 (A) terminal 44.
Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
6.CHECK ATP WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT
1. Place A/T selector lever in P position.
2. Connect combination meter harness connector and transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.
4. Ground the following terminal using suitable wiring.
- ATP switch harness connector F55 terminal 8 and ground.
5. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
Does indicator lamp turn on?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Replace combination meter. Refer to MWI-102,
"Removal and Installation".
7.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals fo r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
9.CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS
1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to DLN-142, "Disassembly and Assembly"
.
2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts. 40 to 44: Continuity should not exist.
44 to 40: Continuity should exist.
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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP KEEPS FLASHINGDLN-111
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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP KEEPS FLASHING
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772170
The 4WD shift indicator lamp keeps flashing.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772171
1.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
1. Set 4WD shift switch to 2WD.
2. Move vehicle forward and backward, or drive strai ght increasing or decreasing under 20 km/h (12 MPH).
Dose 4WD shift indicator lamp keep flashing?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Inspection End.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR WAIT DETECTION SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for wait det ection switch system. Refer to DLN-35, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for neutral-4LO switch system. Refer to DLN-28, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
6.CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS
1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to DLN-142, "Disassembly and Assembly"
.
2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY
4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772172
The 4WD warning lamp flashes quickly while driving (2 times / second). The lamp continues to flash until the
ignition switch is turned OFF.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772173
1.CHECK TIRE
Check the following.
 Tire pressure
 Wear condition
 Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
2.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP
Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle for a short period of time.
Does flashing stop?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE
Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to DLN-67, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals fo r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES SLOWLYDLN-113
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DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772174
The 4WD warning lamp flashes slowly while driving (1 ti me / 2 seconds). The lamp continues to flash until the
ignition switch is turned OFF.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772175
1.CHECK TIRE
Check the following.
 Tire pressure
 Wear condition
 Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
2.CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE
Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fl uid temperature system. Refer to DLN-67, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pr essure switch system. Refer to DLN-70, "Diagnosis Procedure"
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Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS
HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BR
AKING SYMPTOM OCCURS
DescriptionINFOID:0000000003772176
This symptom occurs when the vehicle is accelerati ng in 4WD and the steering wheel is turned fully either
direction. It may feel like a bump or being pushed fr om behind. A small amount of this bumping feeling is
acceptable under certain road conditions. The transfer case may be adjusted using the CONSULT-III to com-
pensate for this condition.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000003772177
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
NOTE:
 Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions in AUTO mode. This is not a malfunction.
 Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs when vehicle is driven in the following conditions: 4WD shift
switch is 4H or 4LO, steering wheel is turned fully to either side.
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to DLN-18, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)"
.
Is CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000] displayed?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH
Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD shift switch system. Refer to DLN-31, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Perform self diagnosis for ECM. Refer to EC-63, "CONSULT-III Function (ENGINE)"
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Is any malfunction deteced by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR CLUT CH PRESSURE SOLENOID
Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure solenoid system. Refer to DLN-70, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
5.SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT
Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to DLN-81, "Reference Value"
.
Are the inspection results normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Check transfer control unit pin terminals fo r damage or loose connection with harness connector.
If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
7.CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS
1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to DLN-142, "Disassembly and Assembly"
.
2. Check transfer inner parts.
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