brake light INFINITI FX35 2008 Service Manual

ABCDEFGHIJKLQUICK REFERENCE INDEX AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral InformationBENGINEEMEngine MechanicalLUEngine Lubrication SystemCOEngine Cooling SystemECEngine Control SystemFLFuel SystemEXExhaust SystemACCAccelerator Control SystemCTRANSMISSION/
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rorsRFRoofEIExterior & InteriorIPInstrument PanelSESeatJAIR CONDITIONERATCAutomatic Air ConditionerKELECTRICALSCStarting & Charging SystemLTLighting SystemDIDriver Information SystemWWWiper, Washer & HornBCSBody Control SystemLANLAN SystemAVAudio Visual, Navigation & Tele-
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mentsLMAINTENANCEMAMaintenanceEdition: April 2007
Revision: April 2007

DESCRIPTIONACS-7
< SERVICE INFORMATION > [ICC]
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DESCRIPTION
OutlineINFOID:0000000001328805
The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system automatically maintains a selected distance from the vehicle
ahead according to that vehicle's speed, or at the set speed, if the road ahead is clear.
The ICC function has two cruise control modes and brake assist (with preview function).
VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE
With vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the driver can maintain the same speed as other vehicles with-
out the constant need to adjust the set speed as the driver would with a normal cruise control system.
The system is intended to enhance the operation of the vehicle when following the vehicle traveling in the
same lane and direction.
If the distance sensor detects a sl ower moving vehicle ahead, the system wil l reduce speed so that the vehicle
ahead can be followed at the selected distance.
The system automatically controls the throttle and applie s the brakes (up to 25% of vehicle braking power) if
necessary.
The detection range of the sensor is approximately 120 m (390 ft) ahead.
Refer to Owner's Manual for Intelligent Cruise Control System operating instructions.
CONVENTIONAL (FIXED SPEED) CRUISE CONTROL MODE
Conventional (fixed speed) cruise contro l mode is cruising at preset speeds.
Refer to Owner's Manual for Intelligent Cruise Control System operating instructions.
BRAKE ASSIST (WITH PREVIEW FUNCTION)
When the force applied to brake pedal exceeds a certain level, the Brake Assist is activated and generates a
greater braking force than that of a convent ional brake booster even with light pedal force.
When the Preview Function identifies the need to apply the sudden brake by sensing the vehicle ahead in the
same lane and the distance and relative speed from it, it applies the brake pre-pressure before driver depress
the brake pedal and improves brake re sponse by reducing its free play.
Refer to Owner's Manual for BRAKE ASSIST (W ITH PREVIEW FUNCTION) operating instructions.
Functional DiagramINFOID:0000000001328806
Items of input/output signal to be checked with CONSULT-III
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ACS-30
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS —
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
WORK SUPPORT
Cause of Auto-Cancel
Display Item List
NOTE:
Last five cancel (system cancel) causes are displayed.
SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT
For details, refer to ACS-35, "Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart".
DATA MONITOR
×: Applicable
Work Support  Monitors aiming direction to facilitate laser beam aiming operation.
 Indicates causes of automatic cancellation of the ICC system.
Ecu Identification Displays part number of ICC unit. Test mode Function
Operation Function
CAUSE OF AUTO-CANCEL Indicates causes of automatic cancellation of the ICC system.
LASER BEAM ADJUST Outputs laser beam, calculates dislocation of the beam, and indicates adjustment direction.
For details, refer to
ACS-14
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Cause of cancellation Description
OPERATING WIPER Windshield wipers were operated at HI or LO speed operation.
OPERATING ABS ABS func tion was operated.
OPERATING TCS TCS function was operated.
OPERATING VDC VDC function was operated.
OPE SW VOLT CIRC Outside the standard control switch input voltage was detected.
ECM CIRCUIT ECM did not permit ICC operation.
LASER SUN BEAM Intense light such as sunlight entered ICC sensor light sensing part.
LASER TEMP Temperature around ICC sensor became low.
OP SW DOUBLE TOUCH ICC steering switches were pressed at the same time.
WHL SPD ELEC NOISE Wheel speed sensor signal caught electromagnetic noise.
VDC/TCS OFF SW VDC OFF switch was pressed.
WHEEL SPD UNMATCH Wheel speed became different from AT vehicle speed.
TIRE SLIP Wheel slipped.
PKB SW ON Parking brake is applied.
IGN LOW VOLT Power supply voltage became low.
SNOW MODE SW Snow mode switch was pressed.
NO RECORD —
Monitored Item [unit] ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN
SIGNALS SELECTION
FROM
MENU Description
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph] ××× Indicates vehicle speed calculated from ICC unit through CAN
communication [ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit)
transmits wheel speed sensor signal through CAN communica-
tion].
SET VHCL SPD
[km/h] or [mph] ××
Indicates set vehicle speed memorized in ICC unit.
THRTL OPENING
[%] ××× Indicates throttle angle read from ICC unit through CAN commu-
nication (ECM transmits throttle angle through CAN communica-
tion).
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AT-56
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
When releasing accelerator pedal from D5, check lock-up from D5 to L/U. Refer to AT-58, "Vehicle Speed at
Which Lock-up Occurs/Releases".
With CONSULT-III
Select “TCC SOLENOID” with the “DATA MONI TOR” mode for “TRANSMISSION”. Refer to AT-84, "
CON-
SULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Does it lock-up?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT-190, "
A/T Does Not Lock-up" on the “Diagnostic Worksheet Chart”, then
continue the road test.
7.CHECK LOCK-UP HOLD
Check hold lock-up. With CONSULT-III
Select “TCC SOLENOID” with the “DATA MONI TOR” mode for “TRANSMISSION”. Refer to AT-84, "
CON-
SULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Does it maintain lock-up status?
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT-192, "
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition" on the “Diagnostic Work-
sheet Chart”, then continue the road test.
8.CHECK LOCK-UP RELEASE
Check lock-up cancellation by depressing brake pedal lightly to decelerate. With CONSULT-III
Select “TCC SOLENOID” with the “DATA MONI TOR” mode for “TRANSMISSION”. Refer to AT-84, "
CON-
SULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Does lock-up cancel?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT-194, "
Lock-up Is Not Released" on the “Diagnostic Worksheet Chart”,
then continue the road test.
9.CHECK SHIFT-DOWN D5 → D4
Decelerate by pressing lightly on the brake pedal.
With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position and engine speed. Refer to AT-84, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
When the A/T shift-down D
5 → D4, does the engine speed drop smoothly back to idle?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle. 2. Go to AT-53, "
Road Test".
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT-194, "
Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle" on the “Diagnostic Work-
sheet Chart”, then continue the road test. Go to AT-53, "
Road Test".
CRUISE TEST - PART 2
1.CHECK STARTING FROM D1
1. Move selector lever into “D” position.
2. Accelerate at half throttle.
With CONSULT-III
Read the gear position. Refer to AT-84, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Does it start from D
1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at AT-180, "
Vehicle Cannot Be Started from D1" on the “Diagnostic Worksheet
Chart”, then continue the road test.
2.CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 → D2
Press the accelerator pedal down all the way and check whether or not the A/T shifts up (D1 → D2) at the cor-
rect speed. Refer to AT-58, "
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs".
With CONSULT-III
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSISAT-91
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DTC WORK SUPPORT MODE
Display Items List
Diagnosis Procedure without CONSULT-IIIINFOID:0000000001327164
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH GST)
Refer to EC-125, "Generic Scan Tool (GST) Function" (for VQ35DE) or EC-704, "Generic Scan Tool (GST)
Function" (for VK45DE).
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)
Refer to EC-71, "Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)" (for VQ35DE) or EC-649, "Malfunction Indicator Lamp
(MIL)" (for VK45DE).
TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)
Description
When the ignition switch is turned ON, the indicator la mp lights up for 2 seconds. As a method for locating the
suspect circuit, when the self-diagnostics start signal is input, the memory for the malfunction location is output
and the A/T CHECK indicator lamp flashes to display the corresponding DTC.
Diagnostic Procedure
Voltage (V) — — Displays the value measured by the voltage
probe.
Frequency (Hz) — —
The value measured by the pulse probe is dis-
played.
DUTY-HI (high) (%) — —
DUTY-LOW (low) (%) — —
PLS WIDTH-HI (ms) — —
PLS WIDTH-LOW (ms) — — Monitored item (Unit)
Select Monitor Item
Remarks
ECU IN-
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FROM
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DTC work support item Description Check item
1ST GR FUNCTN P0731 Following items for “1st gear function” can be confirmed.
 Self-diagnosis status (whether the diagnosis is being performed
or not)
 Self-diagnostic results (OK or NG)
 Input clutch solenoid valve
 Front brake solenoid valve
 Direct clutch solenoid valve
 High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve
 Each clutch
 Hydraulic control circuit
2ND GR FUNCTN P0732
Following items for “2nd gear function” can be confirmed.
 Self-diagnosis status (whether the diagnosis is being performed
or not)
 Self-diagnostic results (OK or NG)
3RD GR FUNCTN P0733 Following items for “3rd gear function” can be confirmed.
 Self-diagnosis status (whether the diagnosis is being performed
or not)
 Self-diagnostic results (OK or NG)
4TH GR FUNCTN P0734 Following items for “4th gear function” can be confirmed.
 Self-diagnosis status (whether the diagnosis is being performed
or not)
 Self-diagnostic results (OK or NG)
5TH GR FUNCTN P0735 Following items for “5th gear function” can be confirmed.
 Self-diagnosis status (whether the diagnosis is being performed
or not)
 Self-diagnostic results (OK or NG)
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AT-92
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
1.CHECK A/T CHECK INDICATOR LAMP
1. Start the engine with selector lever in “P” pos ition. Warm engine to normal operating temperature.
2. Turn ignition switch ON and OFF at least twice, then leave it in the OFF position.
3. Wait 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
Does A/T CHECK indicator lamp come on for about 2 seconds?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Go to AT-170, "
A/T Check Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On".
2.JUDGEMENT PROCEDURE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Keep pressing shift lock release button.
3. Move selector lever from “P” to “D” position.
4. Release accelerator pedal. (Set the closed throttle position signal ON.)
5. Depress brake pedal. (Stop lamp switch signal ON.)
6. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
7. Wait 3 seconds.
8. Move the selector lever to the manual shift gate side. (Manual mode signal ON.)
9. Release brake pedal. (Stop lamp switch signal OFF.)
10. Move the selector lever to “D” position. (Manual mode signal OFF.)
11. Depress brake pedal. (Stop lamp switch signal ON.)
12. Release brake pedal. (Stop lamp switch signal OFF.)
13. Depress accelerator pedal fully and release it.
>> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS CODE
Check A/T CHECK indicator lamp. Refer to "Judgement Self-diagnosis Code".
If the system does not go into self-diagnostics. Refer to AT-102
, AT-155, AT-164, AT-165.
>> DIAGNOSIS END
Judgement Self-diagnosis Code
If there is a malfunction, the lamp lights up fo r the time corresponding to the suspect circuit.
No. Malfunctioning item No. Malfunctioning item
1 Revolution sensor AT- 1 0 8
12 A/T interlock AT- 1 3 9
2 Direct clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 4 713 A/T 1st engine braking AT-141
3 Torque converter clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 2 4, AT- 1 2 614 Start signal AT- 9 7
4 Line pressure solenoid valve AT- 1 2 815 Accelerator pedal position sensor AT- 1 3 0
5 Input clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 4 316 Engine speed signal AT- 11 2
6 Front brake solenoid valve AT- 1 4 517 CAN communication line AT- 9 4
7 Low coast brake solenoid valve AT- 1 5 1, AT- 1 5 318 1st gear function AT- 11 4
8 High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 4 919 2nd gear function AT- 11 6
9 PNP switch AT- 1 0 220 3rd gear function AT- 11 8
10 A/T fluid temperature sensor AT-13221 4th gear function AT- 1 2 0
11 Turbine revolution sensor AT- 1 0 622 5th gear function AT- 1 2 2
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PRECAUTIONSBRC-5
< SERVICE INFORMATION > [VDC/TCS/ABS]
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Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYS-
TEM” and “SEAT BELTS” of this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the “SUPPLEMEN TAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM”.
 Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000001327654
 Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”. Refer to MA-9.
 Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
 Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas such as body. If brake fluid is splashed, wipe it off and flush area with water immediately.
 Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene to clean. They will ruin rubber parts and cause improper operation.
 Using a flare nut crowfoot and torque wrench, securely tighten brake tube flare nuts.
 Brake system is an important safe ty part. If a brake fluid leak is
detected, always disassemble the affected part. If a malfunction is
detected, replace part with a new one.
 Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect electrical
connectors of ABS actuator and elec tric unit (control unit) or bat-
tery negative terminal.
 When installing brake piping, be sure to check torque.
WARNING:
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with
a dust collector.
Precaution for Brake ControlINFOID:0000000001327655
 During VDC/TCS/ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vi brates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is
normal.
 Just after starting vehicle after turning ignition switch ON, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noise
may be heard from engine room. This is a normal status of operation check.
 Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or
snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
 When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from customer
(what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting diagnostic
servicing. Besides electrical system inspection, c heck booster operation, brake fluid level, and fluid leaks.
 If tire size and type are used in an improper combinat ion, or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts,
stopping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.
 If there is a radio, antenna, or antenna lead-in wire (including wiring) near control module, VDC/TCS/ABS
function may have a malfunction or error.
 If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness
pinches, open circuits, and improper wiring.
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BRC-10
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
SchematicINFOID:0000000001327660
FunctionsINFOID:0000000001327661
VDC
 In addition to the TCS/ABS function, the driver
steering amount and brake operation amount are detected
from steering angle sensor and pressure sensor, and the vehicle's driving status (amount of under steering /
over steering) is determined from information from G s ensor, wheel sensor, etc., and this information is used
to improve vehicle stability by controlling the braking and engine power to all four wheels.
 SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of VDC operation.
 During VDC operation, body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and mechanical noises may be heard. This is
normal.
 ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp might turn on when vehicle is subject
to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when vehi cle is on a turn table, a ship or a steep slope such as
bank while engine is running. In this case, restart engine on a normal road, and if ABS warning lamp, VDC
OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off, there is no malfunction.
TCS
 The wheel spin of the drive wheels is detected by ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) from the wheel
speed signals from four wheels, so if wheel spin occurs , drive wheel right and left brake fluid pressure con-
trol and engine fuel cut are performed while throttle value is restricted to reduce the engi\
ne torque and
decrease the amount of wheel spin. In addition, the degree throttle is opened is controlled to achieve the
optimum engine torque.
 Depending on road circumstances, the driver may have a sluggish feel. This is normal, because the opti-
mum traction has the highest priority under TCS operation.
 TCS may be activated any time vehicle suddenly accelerates, suddenly down/upshifts, or is driven on a road with a varying surface friction coefficient.
 During TCS operation, it informs a driver of sy stem operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.
ABS
 The Anti-Lock Braking System is a function that detec ts wheel revolution while braking, and it improves han-
dling stability during sudden braking by electrically prev enting 4 wheel lock. Maneuverability is also improved
for avoiding obstacles.
 If the electrical system malfunc tions, then the fail-safe function star ts, the ABS becomes inoperative, and
ABS warning lamp turns on.
 Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
 During ABS operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is normal.
 When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises may be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONBRC-11
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 Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or
snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
EBD
 The Electronic Brake Distribution is a function that detects subtle slippages between front and rear wheels
during braking, and it improves handling stability by elec tronically controlling the brake fluid pressure which
results in reduced rear wheel slippage.
 In case of electrical system malfunction, the fail- safe function is activated, EBD and ABS becomes inopera-
tive, and ABS warning lamp and brake warning lamp are turned on.
 Electrical system diagnosis by CONSULT-III is available.
 During EBD operation, brake pedal lightly vibrates and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is normal.
 When starting engine, or just after starting vehicle, brake pedal may vibrate or motor operating noises may
be heard from engine compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
 Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without EBD when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or
snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
Fail-Safe FunctionINFOID:0000000001327662
VDC / TCS SYSTEM
In case of malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, VDC O FF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp are turned
on, and the condition of vehicle is the same as the c ondition of vehicles without VDC/TCS system. In case of
malfunction in the VDC/TCS system, the ABS control c ontinues to operate normally without VDC/TCS control.
CAUTION:
If the fail-safe function is acti vated, then perform the self-diagnos is for VDC/TCS/ABS control system.
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In case of electrical malfunctions with the ABS, ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indica-
tor lamp will turn on. In case of electrical malfunc tions with the EBD, brake warning lamp, ABS warning lamp,
VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp wil l turn on. Simultaneously, the VDC/TCS/ABS become one
of the following conditions of the fail-safe function.
 For malfunction of ABS, only the EBD is activated and t he condition of vehicle is the same condition of vehi-
cles without TCS/ABS system.
NOTE:
ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. That is a no rmal condition because a self-diagnosis for “Ignition
switch ON” and “The first starting” are being performed.
 For malfunction of EBD, EBD and ABS become inoperative, and the condition of vehicle is the same as the
condition of vehicles wit hout TCS/ABS, EBD system.
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BRC-32
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Basic Inspection
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BRAKE FLUID AMOUNT, LEAKS, AND BRAKE PADS INSPECTION
1. Check fluid level in the brake reservoir tank. If fluid level is low, refill brake fluid.
2. Check brake piping and around ABS actuator and electric uni t (control unit) for leaks. If there is leaking or
oozing fluid, check the following items.
 If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connec tion is loose, tighten piping to the specified torque
and re-perform the leak inspection to make sure there are no leaks.
 If there is damage to the connection flare nut or AB S actuator and electric unit (control unit) screw,
replace the damaged part and re-perform the leak inspection to make sure there are no leaks.
 When there is fluid leaking or oozing from a part other than ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
connection, if fluid is just oozing out, use a clean cl oth to wipe off the oozing fluid and re-check for leaks.
If fluid is still oozing out, replace the damaged part.
 When there is fluid leaking or oozing at ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), if fluid is just oozing
out, use a clean cloth to wipe off oozing fluid and re-che ck for leaks. If fluid is still oozing out, replace
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) body.
CAUTION:
ABS actuator and electric unit (contr ol unit) body can not be disassembled.
3. Check brake pad degree of wear. Refer to BR-18, "
On-Vehicle Inspection" in “Front Disc Brake” and BR-
24, "On-Vehicle Inspection" in “Rear Disc Brake”
POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure battery positive cable, negative cabl e and ground connection are not loose. If looseness is
detected, tighten the cables. In additi on, check the battery voltage to make sure it has not dropped and alter-
nator is normal.
ABS WARNING LAMP, VDC OFF INDICATOR LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP AND BRAKE WARN-
ING LAMP INSPECTION
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noise This is noise of motor in
side ABS actuator and electr ic 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 ignition switch is
ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check noise When 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 blinking) TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving over
location where friction coefficient varies, when up/downshifting, or when ful-
ly depressing accelerator pedal.
Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the inspec-
tion on a chassis dyna-
mometer.
For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press VDC OFF switch
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 re-
sult of TCS being activated by stationary front wheels. Warning lamp may
also illuminate to indicate “sensor system error”. This is also normal, 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 stopping distance) On roads with low friction coefficients, such as snowy roads or gravel roads,
vehicles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. Therefore, when
driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed sufficiently
low.
Normal
Insufficient feeling of accelera-
tion Depending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of acceleration 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
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