heating INFINITI FX35 2007 User Guide

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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS
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OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSISPFP:00012
Troubleshooting ChartNBS003KF
Symptom Check items
Cooling sys-
tem parts
malfunction Poor heat transfer
Water pump malfunction Worn or loose drive belt
—
Thermostat and water con-
trol valve stuck closed —
Damaged fins Dust contamination or
paper clogging
Physical damage
Clogged radiator cooling
tube Excess foreign material
(rust, dirt, sand, etc.)
Reduced air flow Cooling fan does not oper-
ate
Fan assembly —
High resistance to fan rota-
tion
Damaged fan blades
Damaged radiator shroud — — —
Improper engine coolant
mixture ratio —— —
Poor engine coolant quality — Engine coolant density —
Insufficient engine coolant Engine coolant leaks Cooling hose
Loose clamp
Cracked hose
Water pump Poor sealing
Radiator cap Loose
Poor sealing
Radiator O-ring for damage, deterio-
ration or improper fitting
Cracked radiator tank
Cracked radiator core
Reservoir tank Cracked reservoir tank
Overflowing reservoir tank Exhaust gas leaks into
cooling system Cylinder head deterioration
Cylinder head gasket dete-
rioration

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Except cool-
ing system
parts mal-
function — Overload on engine
Abusive driving
High engine rpm under no
load
Driving in low gear for
extended time
Driving at extremely high
speed
Powertrain system mal-
function
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Installed improper size
wheels and tires
Dragging brakes
Improper ignition timing
Blocked or restricted air
flow Blocked bumper —
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Blocked radiator grille
Installed car brassiere
Mud contamination or
paper clogging
Blocked radiator —
Blocked condenser Blocked air flow
Installed large fog lamp
Symptom Check items

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THERMOSTAT AND WATER CONTROL VALVE
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Refer to GI-11, "Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
Removal and InstallationNBS003KS
REMOVAL
1. Drain engine coolant from drain plugs on radiator and both side of cylinder block. Refer to CO-38, "Chang-
ing Engine Coolant" and EM-249, "DISASSEMBLY" .
CAUTION:

Perform this step when engine is cold.

Do not spill engine coolant on drive belts.
2. Remove engine cover with power tool. Refer to EM-173, "
ENGINE ROOM COVER" .
3. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to EM-177, "
AIR CLEANER AND AIR DUCT" .
4. Disconnect water suction hose from water inlet.
5. Remove water inlet and thermostat. CAUTION:
Do not disassemble thermostat.
6. Remove intake manifolds (upper and lower). Refer to EM-179, "
INTAKE MANIFOLD" .
7. Disconnect radiator hose (upper) and water hoses from thermostat housing.
8. Disconnect heater hoses from water outlet and heater pipe.
9. Remove thermostat housing, water outlet pipe, water connector, water control valve, water outlet and heater pipe.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble water control valve.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Make sure that valves both in thermostat and water control valve are completely closing at normal temper-
ature.

Place a thread so that it is caught in the valves of the thermostat
and water control valve. Immerse fully in a container filled with
water. Heat while stirring. (The example in the figure shows ther-
mostat.)

The valve opening temperature is the temperature at which the
valve opens and falls from the thread.

Continue heating. Check the maximum valve lift.
NOTE:
The maximum valve lift standard temperature for water control
valve is the reference value.

After checking the maximum valve lift, lower the water tempera-
ture and check the valve closing temperature.
Standard values:

If the malfunctioning condition, when closing valve at normal temperature, or measured values are out of
the standard, replace thermostat and/or water control valve.
INSTALLATION
Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to spill engine coolant over engine room. Use rag to absorb engine coolant.
D. To heater core E. To cylinder head (left bank) F. To cylinder head (right bank)
G. To intake manifold adapter
SLC252B
Thermostat Water control valve
Valve opening temperature 80 - 84 °C (176 - 183 °F) 93.5 - 96.5 °C (200 - 206 °F)
Maximum valve lift More than 10 mm/ 95
°C
(0.39 in/ 203 °F) More than 8 mm/ 108
°C
(0.315 in/ 226 °F)
Valve closing temperature 77 °C (171 °F) 90 °C (194 °F)

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DTC Confirmation Procedure ..............................
. 434
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 435
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 436
Component Inspection ........................................ . 440
DTC P0455 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM ............... . 441
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 441
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 442
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 443
DTC P0456 EVAP CONTROL SYSTEM ............... . 449
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 449
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 450
Overall Function Check ....................................... . 451
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 452
DTC P0460 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR ..................... . 459
Component Description ....................................... . 459
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 459
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 459
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 460
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 460
DTC P0461 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR ..................... . 461
Component Description ....................................... . 461
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 461
Overall Function Check ....................................... . 461
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 462
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 462
DTC P0462, P0463 FUEL LEVEL SENSOR ......... . 463
Component Description ....................................... . 463
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 463
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 463
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 464
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 464
DTC P0500 VSS .................................................... . 465
Description .......................................................... . 465
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 465
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 465
Overall Function Check ....................................... . 466
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 466
DTC P0506 ISC SYSTEM ...................................... . 467
Description .......................................................... . 467
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 467
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 467
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 468
DTC P0507 ISC SYSTEM ...................................... . 469
Description .......................................................... . 469
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 469
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 469
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 470
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR .................................... . 471
Component Description ....................................... . 471
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode . 471
On Board Diagnosis Logic .................................. . 471
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. . 471
Wiring Diagram ................................................... . 472
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... . 473
Component Inspection ........................................ . 475
Removal and Installation ..................................... . 475
DTC P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLY ...................... . 476
Component Description ....................................... . 476 On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................
.476
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .476
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .477
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .478
DTC P0605 ECM .................................................... .480
Component Description ....................................... .480
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .480
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .480
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .481
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ............... .483
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .483
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .483
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .484
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .486
DTC P0850 PNP SWITCH ..................................... .488
Component Description ....................................... .488
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .488
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .488
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .488
Overall Function Check ....................................... .489
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .490
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .491
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL ... .493
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .493
DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT ......................... .494
Description ........................................................... .494
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .494
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .494
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .494
DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ........... .495
Description ........................................................... .495
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .495
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .495
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .495
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE ....... .496
Description ........................................................... .496
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode .497
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .497
Overall Function Check ....................................... .498
Wiring Diagram .................................................... .500
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .502
Main 12 Causes of Overheating .......................... .507
Component Inspection ......................................... .507
DTC P1225 TP SENSOR ....................................... .509
Component Description ....................................... .509
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .509
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .509
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .510
Removal and Installation ..................................... .510
DTC P1226 TP SENSOR ....................................... .511
Component Description ....................................... .511
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .511
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .511
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .512
Removal and Installation ..................................... .512
DTC P1421 COLD START CONTROL .................. .513
Description ........................................................... .513

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On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................
11 3 7
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 3 7
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 3 8
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR ..................................... 113 9
Component Description ....................................... 11 3 9
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode 11 3 9
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 3 9
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 3 9
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 4 0
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 4 1
Component Inspection ......................................... 11 4 3
Removal and Installation ..................................... 11 4 3
DTC P0603 ECM POWER SUPPLY ...................... 114 4
Component Description ....................................... 11 4 4
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 4 4
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 4 4
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 4 5
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 4 6
DTC P0605 ECM .................................................... 114 8
Component Description ....................................... 11 4 8
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 4 8
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 4 8
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 4 9
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY ............... 115 1
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 5 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 5 1
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 5 2
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 5 4
DTC P0850 PNP SWITCH ..................................... 115 6
Component Description ....................................... 11 5 6
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 5 6
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 5 6
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 5 6
Overall Function Check ....................................... 11 5 7
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 5 8
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 5 9
DTC P1140, P1145 IVT CONTROL POSITION SEN-
SOR ........................................................................ 116 1
Component Description ....................................... 11 6 1
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode 11 6 1
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 6 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 6 1
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 6 3
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 6 6
Component Inspection ......................................... 11 6 9
Removal and Installation ..................................... 11 6 9
DTC P1148, P1168 CLOSED LOOP CONTROL ... 117 0
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 7 0
DTC P1211 TCS CONTROL UNIT ......................... 117 1
Description ........................................................... 11 7 1
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 7 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. 11 7 1
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... 11 7 1
DTC P1212 TCS COMMUNICATION LINE ........... 117 2
Description ........................................................... 11 7 2
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 7 2 DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................
11 7 2
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 7 2
DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE ....... 11 73
Description ........................................................... 11 7 3
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode 11 7 4
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 7 4
Overall Function Check ........................................ 11 7 5
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 7 7
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 7 9
Main 13 Causes of Overheating .......................... 11 8 3
Component Inspection ......................................... 11 8 4
DTC P1225 TP SENSOR ....................................... 11 85
Component Description ....................................... 11 8 5
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 8 5
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 11 8 5
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 8 6
Removal and Installation ...................................... 11 8 6
DTC P1226 TP SENSOR ....................................... 11 87
Component Description ....................................... 11 8 7
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 8 7
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 11 8 7
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 8 8
Removal and Installation ...................................... 11 8 8
DTC P1421 COLD START CONTROL ................... 11 89
Description ........................................................... 11 8 9
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 8 9
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 11 8 9
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 8 9
DTC P1564 ICC STEERING SWITCH ................... 11 91
Component Description ....................................... 11 9 1
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
11 9 1
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 9 1
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 11 9 2
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 11 9 3
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 11 9 4
Component Inspection ......................................... 11 9 7
DTC P1564 ASCD STEERING SWITCH ............... 11 98
Component Description ....................................... 11 9 8
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode 11 9 8
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 11 9 8
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 11 9 9
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 1200
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 1201
Component Inspection ......................................... 1204
DTC P1568 ICC FUNCTION .................................. 1205
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 1205
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 1205
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 1205
DTC P1572 ICC BRAKE SWITCH ......................... 1206
Component Description ....................................... 1206
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode 1206
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... 1206
DTC Confirmation Procedure ............................... 1207
Wiring Diagram .................................................... 1208

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DTC P0181 FTT SENSOR
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Component InspectionNBS003PH
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Remove fuel level sensor unit.
2. Check resistance between “fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump” terminals 4 and 5 by heating with hot water as shown in the fig-
ure.
If NG, replace fuel level sensor unit.
Removal and InstallationNBS003PI
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to FL-4, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" .
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
PBIB0931E

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Component InspectionNBS003PO
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
1. Remove fuel level sensor unit.
2. Check resistance between “fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump” terminals 4 and 5 by heating with hot water as shown in the fig-
ure.
If NG, replace fuel level sensor unit.
Removal and InstallationNBS003PP
FUEL TANK TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to FL-4, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT, FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY" .
Temperature °C ( °F) Resistance k Ω
20 (68) 2.3 - 2.7
50 (122) 0.79 - 0.90
PBIB0931E

DTC P0300 - P0306 MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE, NO. 1 - 6 CYLINDER MIS- FIRE
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DTC P0300 - P0306 MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRE, NO. 1 - 6 CYLINDER MIS-
FIRE
PFP:00000
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS003PY
When a misfire occurs, engine speed will fluctuate. If the engine speed fluctuates enough to cause the crank-
shaft position (CKP) sensor (POS) signal to vary, ECM can determine that a misfire is occurring.
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage) On the 1st trip that a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to over-
heating, the MIL will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC on a second trip, the MIL will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MIL will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MIL will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration) For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect vehicle emissions), the MIL will only
light when the misfire is detected on a second trip. During this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP sen-
sor signal every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or on multiple cylinders.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0300
0300 Multiple cylinder misfire
detected Multiple cylinder misfire.

Improper spark plug

Insufficient compression

Incorrect fuel pressure

Fuel injector circuit is open or shorted

Fuel injector

Intake air leak

Ignition signal circuit is open or shorted

Lack of fuel

Signal plate

Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1

Incorrect PCV hose connection
P0301
0301 No.1 cylinder misfire
detected No. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302
0302 No. 2 cylinder misfire
detected No. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303
0303 No. 3 cylinder misfire
detected No. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304
0304 No. 4 cylinder misfire
detected No. 4 cylinder misfires.
P0305
0305 No. 5 cylinder misfire
detected No. 5 cylinder misfires.
P0306
0306 No. 6 cylinder misfire
detected No. 6 cylinder misfires.

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DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE
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CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer to CO-11, "
Changing Engine
Coolant" . Also, replace the engine oil. Refer to LU-9, "Changing Engine Oil" .
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA-13, "
Anti-Freeze Coolant Mixture Ratio" .
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckNBS003UK
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WARNING:
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pres-
sure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up
pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator. Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go to EC-502,
"PROCEDURE A" .
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to EC-502,
"PROCEDURE A" .
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CON- SULT-II.
5. If the results are NG, go to EC-504, "
PROCEDURE B" .
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P1217
1217 Engine over tempera-
ture (Overheat)

Cooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).

Cooling fan system does not operate prop-
erly (Overheat).

Engine coolant level was not added to the
system using the proper filling method.

Engine coolant is not within the specified
range.

Harness or connectors
(Cooling fan circuit is open or shorted.)

IPDM E/R

Cooling fan

Radiator hose

Radiator

Radiator cap

Water pump

Thermostat
For more information, refer to EC-507,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
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6. CHECK THERMOSTAT
Refer to CO-27, "
WATER INLET AND THERMOSTAT ASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace thermostat
7. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Refer to EC-213, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
8. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go to EC-507, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating" .
>> INSPECTION END