check engine INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Owner's Guide

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Cruise Test - Part 1NCS001KA
1. CHECK STARTING OUT FROM D1
1. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes to warm up the engine oil and A/T fluid.
Appropriate temperature for the A/T fluid: 50 to 80
C (122 to 176F)
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start the engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D” position.
6. Press the accelerator pedal about half way down to accelerate the vehicle.
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Starts from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot Be Started from D1” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
2. CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 D2
Press down the accelerator pedal about half-way and inspect if the vehicle shifts up (D1
D2) at the appro-
priate speed.
Refer to AT- 6 3 , "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position, throttle degree of opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR
MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D1
D2 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D1
D2” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
3. CHECK SHIFT-UP D2 D3
Press down the accelerator pedal about half-way and inspect if the vehicle shifts up (D2
D3) at the appro-
priate speed.
Refer to AT- 6 3 , "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position, throttle degree of opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR
MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D2
D3 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D2
D3” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
4. CHECK SHIFT-UP D3 D4
Press down the accelerator pedal about half-way and inspect if the vehicle shifts up (D3
D4) at the appro-
priate speed.
Refer to AT- 6 3 , "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position, throttle degree of opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR
MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D3
D4 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D3
D4” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.

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9. CHECK SHIFT-DOWN D5 D4
Decelerate by pressing lightly on the brake pedal.
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position and engine speed. Refer to AT-96, "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
When the A/T shift-down D5
D4, does the engine speed drop smoothly back to idle?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Go to AT- 6 1 , "
Cruise Test - Part 2" .
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test. Go to AT-61, "Cruise Test - Part 2" .
Cruise Test - Part 2NCS001KB
1. CHECK STARTING FROM D1
1. Move selector lever to “D” position.
2. Accelerate at half throttle.
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does it start from D1?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Cannot Be Started from D1” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
2. CHECK SHIFT-UP D1 D2
Press the accelerator pedal down all the way and inspect whether or not the A/T shifts up (D1
D2) at the
correct speed.
Refer to AT- 6 3 , "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position, throttle position and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D1
D2 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D1
D2” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
3. CHECK SHIFT-UP D2 D3
Press the accelerator pedal down all the way and inspect whether or not the A/T shifts up (D2
D3) at the
correct speed.
Refer to AT- 6 3 , "Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position, throttle position and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D2
D3 at the correct speed?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D2
D3” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.

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4. CHECK SHIFT-UP D3 D4 AND ENGINE BRAKE
When the A/T changes speed D3
D4, return the accelerator pedal.
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does the A/T shift-up D3
D4 and apply the engine brake?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Go to AT- 6 2 , "
Cruise Test - Part 3" .
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift: D3
D4” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test. Go to AT-62, "Cruise Test - Part 3" .
Cruise Test - Part 3NCS001KC
1. MANUAL MODE FUNCTION
Move to manual mode from “D” position.
Does it switch to manual mode?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Continue road test and add check mark to “Cannot Be Changed to Manual Mode” on AT- 4 8 ,
"DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" .
2. CHECK SHIFT-DOWN
During manual mode driving, is downshift from M5
M4 M3 M2 M1 performed?
With CONSULT-II
Read the gear position. Refer to AT- 9 6 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Is downshifting correctly performed?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “A/T Does Not Shift” at the corresponding position (5th
4th, 4th 3rd,
3rd
2nd, 2nd 1st) on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
3. CHECK ENGINE BRAKE
Check engine brake.
Does engine braking effectively reduce speed in M1 position?
YES >> 1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Perform self-diagnostics. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 ,
"Diagnostic Procedure without CONSULT-II" .
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Decelerate by Engine Brake” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOS-
TIC WORKSHEET" , then continue trouble diagnosis.

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At closed throttle, the accelerator opening is less than 1/8 condition. (Closed throttle position signal: OFF)
At half throttle, the accelerator opening is 4/8 of the full opening.
Symptom ChartNCS001KF
The diagnostics item numbers show the sequence for inspection. Inspect in order from item 1.
Overhaul and inspection inside the A/T only if A/T fluid condition is NG. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "A/T Fluid Condi-
tion Check" .
Engine model VQ35DE
Throttle positionVehicle speed km/h (MPH)
Lock-up ON Lock-up OFF
Closed throttle 51 - 59 (32 - 37) 48 - 56 (30 - 35)
Half throttle 188 - 196 (117 - 122) 132 - 140 (82 - 87)
No. Item Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference
page
1Shift
ShockLarge shock. (“N”

“D” position)
Refer to AT-193,
"Large Shock (“N” to
“D” Position)" .ON vehicle1. Engine idle speedEC-82
( fo r
VQ35DE
engine),
EC-793

(for
VK45DE
engine)
2. Engine speed signalAT- 1 2 4
3. Accelerator pedal position sensorAT- 1 3 2
4. Control linkage adjustmentAT- 2 2 7
5. A/T fluid temperature sensorAT- 1 3 5
6. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valveAT- 1 7 2,
AT- 1 5 1
7. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
8. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
9. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
10. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle11. Forward brake (Parts behind drum support is impossible
to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to AT-17, "Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" , AT-18,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT-19,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT- 2 9 8

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CONSULT-II Function (A/T)NCS001KH
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE
NOTICE:
1. The CONSULT-II electrically displays shift timing and lock-up timing (that is, operation timing of each sole-
noid).
Check for time difference between actual shift timing and the CONSULT-II display. If the difference is
noticeable, mechanical parts (except solenoids, sensors, etc.) may be malfunctioning. Check mechanical
parts using applicable diagnostic procedures.
2. Shift schedule (which implies gear position) displayed on CONSULT-II and that indicated in Service Man-
ual may differ slightly. This occurs because of the following reasons:
–Actual shift schedule has more or less tolerance or allowance,
–Shift schedule indicated in Service Manual refers to the point where shifts start, and
–Gear position displayed on CONSULT-II indicates the point where shifts are completed.
3. Display of solenoid valves on CONSULT-II changes at the start of shifting, while gear position is displayed
upon completion of shifting (which is computed by TCM).
Diagnostic test mode Function Reference page
Self-diagnostic results Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.AT- 9 2
Data monitor Input/Output data in the ECU can be read.AT- 9 6
CAN diagnostic support
monitorThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.AT- 1 0 0
Function testPerformed by CONSULT-II instead of a technician to determine whether each system
is “OK” or “NG”.—
DTC work support Select the operating condition to confirm Diagnostic Trouble Codes.AT- 1 0 0
ECU part number ECU part number can be read. —
Item name Condition Display value
(Approx.)
VHCL/S SEꞏA/T
During drivingApproximately
matches the speed
meter reading. VHCL/S SEꞏMTR
ACCELE POSIReleased accelerator pedal. 0.0/8
Fully depressed accelerator pedal. 8.0/8
CLSD THL POSReleased accelerator pedal. ON
Fully depressed accelerator pedal. OFF
W/O THL POSFully depressed accelerator pedal. ON
Released accelerator pedal. OFF
BRAKE SWDepressed brake pedal. ON
Released brake pedal. OFF
ENGINE SPEED Engine runningClosely matches the
tachometer reading.
TURBINE REV During driving (lock-up ON)Approximately
matches the engine
speed.
ATF TEMP SE 1
0
C (32 F) - 20C (68F) - 80C (176F)3.3 - 2.7 - 0.9V
ATF TEMP SE 23.3 - 2.5 - 0.7V
TCC SOLENOID Lock-up is active 0.4 - 0.6A
LINE PRES SOL During driving 0.2 - 0.6A

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CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE
After performing self-diagnosis, place check marks for results on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" .
Reference pages are provided following the items.
Operation Procedure
1. Touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” on “SELECT DIAG MODE”
screen.
Display shows malfunction experienced since the last erasing
operation.
Display Items List
X: Applicable, —: Not applicable
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Items (CONSULT-
II screen terms)Malfunction is detected when...TCM self-
diagnosisOBD-II (DTC)
Reference
page
“A/T” with
CONSULT-IIMIL indicator
lamp*1,
“ENGINE” with
CONSULT-II or
GST
CAN COMM CIR-
CUIT
When a malfunction is detected in CAN communications. U1000 U1000AT-105
STARTER RELAY/
CIRC
If this signal is ON other than in “P” or “N” position, this is
judged to be a malfunction.
(And if it is OFF in “P” or “N” position, this too is judged to
be a malfunction.)P0615 —AT-108
TCMTCM is malfunctioning P0700 P0700AT- 11 2
PNP SW/CIRC
PNP switch 1-4 signals input with impossible pattern.
“P” position is detected from “N” position without any other
position being detected in between.P0705 P0705AT- 11 3
TURBINE REV S/
CIRC
TCM does not receive the proper voltage signal from the
sensor.
TCM detects an irregularity only at position of 4th gear for
turbine revolution sensor 2.P0717 P0717AT- 11 7
VEH SPD SEN/
CIR AT
Signal from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor)
not input due to cut line or the like.
Unexpected signal input during running.
After ignition switch is turned ON, unexpected signal input
from vehicle speed sensor MTR before the vehicle starts
moving.P0720 P0720AT- 11 9
ENGINE SPEED
SIGTCM does not receive the CAN communication signal from
the ECM.P0725 P0725*3AT-124
TCC SOLENOID/
CIRCNormal voltage not applied to solenoid due to cut line,
short, or the like.P0740 P0740AT-126
A/T TCC S/V
FNCTNA/T cannot perform lock-up even if electrical circuit is good.
TCM detects as irregular by comparing difference value
with slip rotation.P0744 P0744*2AT-128

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Diagnostic Procedure without CONSULT-IINCS001KI
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH GST)
Refer to EC-146, "Generic Scan Tool (GST) Function" (for VQ35DE engine), EC-859, "Generic Scan Tool
(GST) Function" (for VK45DE engine).
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)
Refer to EC-69, "Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)" (for VQ35DE engine), EC-780, "Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL)" (for VK45DE engine).
TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)
Description
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.
Operation Procedure
1. CHECK A/T CHECK INDICATOR LAMP
1. Start the engine with selector lever in “P” position. 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-190, "
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.
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 AT-104, "
Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
If the system does not go into self-diagnostics. Refer to AT- 11 3 , "
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION
SWITCH" , AT- 1 8 4 , "CLOSED THROTTLE POSITION AND WIDE OPEN THROTTLE POSITION CIRCUIT" ,
AT- 1 6 7 , "
DTC P1815 MANUAL MODE SWITCH" , AT-185, "BRAKE SIGNAL CIRCUIT" .
>>DIAGNOSIS END

DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
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TCM terminals and data are reference value. Measured between each terminal and ground.
Diagnostic ProcedureNCS001KO
1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON and start engine.
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “A/T” with CONSULT-
II.
Is any malfunction of the
“CAN COMM CIRCUIT” indicated?
YES >>Print out CONSULT-II screen, GO TO LAN section.
Refer to LAN-7, "
Precautions When Using CONSULT-II"
.
NO >>INSPECTION END
Terminal Item Condition Data (Approx.)
3CAN-H – –
8CAN-L – –
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DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT
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DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUITPFP:25230
DescriptionNCS001KP
TCM prohibits cranking other than at “P” or “N” position.
CONSULT-II Reference ValueNCS001KQ
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCS001KR
This is not an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.
Diagnostic trouble code “P0615 STARTER RELAY/CIRC” with CONSULT-II or 14th judgement flicker
without CONSULT-II is detected when starter relay is switched ON other than at “P” or “N” position. (Or
when switched OFF at “P” or “N” position).
Possible CauseNCS001KS
Harness or connectors
(Starter relay and TCM circuit is open or shorted.)
Starter relay circuit
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCS001KT
NOTE:
If “DTC Confirmation Procedure” has been previously performed, always turn ignition switch OFF and
wait at least 10 seconds before performing the next test.
After the repair, perform the following procedure to confirm the malfunction is eliminated.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “SELECTION FROM MENU” in “DATA MONITOR” mode
for “A/T” with CONSULT-II and check monitor “STARTER
RELAY” ON/OFF.
3. Start engine.
4. Drive vehicle for at least 2 consecutive seconds.
5. If DTC is detected, go to AT-110, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
Item name Condition Display value
STARTER RELAYSelector lever in “N”, “P” positions. ON
Selector lever in “R”, “D” positions. OFF
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DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT
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TCM terminals and data are reference value. Measured between each terminal and ground.
Diagnostic ProcedureNCS001KV
1. CHECK STARTER RELAY
With CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “SELECTION FROM MENU” in “DATA MONITOR” mode
for “A/T” with CONSULT-II and check monitor “STARTER
RELAY” ON/OFF.
Without CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
2. Check voltage between the IPDM E/R connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN A/T ASSEMBLY HARNESS CONNECTOR AND IPDM E/R CONNEC-
TOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect A/T assembly harness connector and IPDM E/R connector.
3. Check continuity between A/T assembly harness connector and
IPDM E/R connector.
4. If OK, check harness for short to ground and short to power.
5. Reinstall any part removed.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
Terminal Item Condition Data (Approx.)
9 Starter relaySelector lever in “N”, “P” positions. Battery voltage
Selector lever in “R”, “D” positions. 0V
Item name Condition Display value
STARTER RELAYSelector lever in “N”, “P” positions. ON
Selector lever in “R”, “D” positions. OFF
Item Connector Terminal Shift position Voltage (Approx.)
Starter
relayE9 53 Ground“N”, “P” Battery voltage
“R”, “D” 0V
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Item Connector Terminal Continuity
A/T assembly harness con-
nectorF42 9
Ye s
IPDM E/R connector E9 53
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