ignition INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Owner's Guide

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DTC Inspection Priority ChartNCS001K2
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If DTC “U1000” is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for “DTC U1000 CAN
COMMUNICATION LINE”. Refer to AT- 1 0 5
.
Fail-safeNCS001K3
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode makes it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit.
In fail-safe mode, even if the selector lever is “D” or “M” mode, the A/T is fixed in 2nd, 4th and 5th (depending
on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”.
Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under special conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the tire rotation), the A/T can go into fail-safe mode. If
this happens, switch OFF the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it ON again to return to the normal
shift pattern. Therefore, the customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the “WORK
FLOW” (Refer to AT- 4 7
).
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, this function controls the A/T to mark driving possible.
Vehicle Speed Sensor
Signals are input from two systems - from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) installed on the A/
T and from combination meter so normal driving is possible even if there is a malfunction in one of the
systems. And if vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) has unusual cases, 5th gear and manual
mode are prohibited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor
If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM accord-
ing to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow
systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based
on input indicating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre-determined accelerator opening) in order
to make driving possible.
PNP Switch
In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters the TCM, the position indicator is switched OFF, the
starter relay is switched OFF (starter starting is disabled), the back-up lamp relay switched OFF (back-up
lamp is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” position to make driving possible.
Starter Relay
The starter relay is switched OFF. (Starter starting is disabled.)
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN communication line
2 Except above

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ROAD TEST
Description
The road test inspects overall performance of the A/T and analyzes possible malfunction causes.
The road test is performed out in the following three stages.
1. Check before engine is started. Refer to AT- 5 7
.
2. Check at idle. Refer to AT- 5 7
.
3. Cruise test
Inspect all the items from Part 1 to Part 3. Refer to AT- 5 9 , AT- 6 1 , AT- 6 2 .
Before beginning the road test, check the test procedure and inspection items.
Test all inspection items until the symptom is uncovered. Diagnose NG items when all road tests are com-
plete.
Check before Engine Is StartedNCS001K8
1. CHECK A/T CHECK INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
Does A/T CHECK indicator lamp light up for about 2 seconds?
YES >> 1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Perform self-diagnostics and record all NG items on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET"
. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "Diagnostic Procedure with-
out CONSULT-II" .
3. Go to AT- 5 7 , "
Check at Idle" .
NO >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 9 0 , "
A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On" .
Check at IdleNCS001K9
1. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Park vehicle on level surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Start engine.
Does the engine start?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 9 0 , "
Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” or “N” Position" .
2. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Move selector lever to “D”, “M” or “R” position.
3. Start engine.
Does the engine start in any positions?
YES >> Stop the road test and go to AT- 1 9 0 , "Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” or “N” Position" .
NO >> GO TO 3.

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3. CHECK “P” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Move selector lever to “P” position.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Push the vehicle forward or backward.
5. Engage the parking brake.
When you push the vehicle with disengaging the parking brake, does it move?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves When Pushed” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOS-
TIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Start engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Release the parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5. CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “D” position.
When the A/T is shifted from
“N” to “D”, is there an excessive shock?
YES >> Enter a check mark at “Large Shock (“N” to “D” Position)” on the AT- 4 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" , then continue the road test.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTIONS
1. Engage the brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R” position.
3. Release the brake for 4 to 5 seconds.
Does the vehicle creep backward?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAG-
NOSTIC WORKSHEET" , then continue the road test.
7. CHECK “D” POSITION FUNCTIONS
Inspect whether the vehicle creep forward when the A/T is put into the “D” position.
Does the vehicle creep forward in the
“D” position?
YES >> Go to AT- 5 9 , "Cruise Test - Part 1" , AT- 6 1 , "Cruise Test - Part 2" and AT- 6 2 , "Cruise Test - Part 3"
.
NO >> Enter a check mark at “Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” Position” on the AT- 4 8 , "
DIAG-
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OthersEngine does not start
in “N” or “P” position.
Refer to AT-190, "Engine Cannot Be
Started in “P” or “N”
Position" .ON vehicle1. Push-button ignition switch and starterPG-3
, SC-
10
2. Control linkage adjustmentAT- 2 2 7
3. PNP switchAT- 11 3
69Engine starts in posi-
tions other than “N” or
“P”.ON vehicle1. Push-button ignition switch and starterPG-3
, SC-
10
2. Control linkage adjustmentAT- 2 2 7
3. PNP switchAT- 11 3
70 Engine stall.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Engine speed signalAT- 1 2 4
3. Turbine revolution sensorAT- 11 7
4. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle 7. Torque converterAT- 2 9 8
71Engine stalls when
selector lever shifted
“N”
“D”or “R”.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Engine speed signalAT- 1 2 4
3. Turbine revolution sensorAT- 11 7
4. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle 7. Torque converterAT- 2 9 8
72Engine speed does
not return to idle.
Refer to AT-212,
"Engine Speed Does
Not Return to Idle" .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 7 6,
AT- 1 5 5

3. ATF pressure switch 1 and front brake solenoid valveAT- 1 7 2
,
AT- 1 5 1
4. Accelerator pedal position sensorAT- 1 3 2
5. Vehicle speed sensorꞏA/T and vehicle speed sensorꞏMTRAT- 11 9,
AT- 1 4 0
6. CAN communication lineAT- 1 0 5
7. Control valve with TCMAT- 2 3 6
OFF vehicle8. Front brake (brake band)AT- 2 9 89. Direct clutchAT- 3 3 7
No. Item Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference
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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" .
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Judgement Self-diagnosis Code
If there is a malfunction, the lamp lights up for the time corresponding to the suspect circuit.
Erase Self-diagnosis
In order to make it easier to find the cause of hard-to-duplicate malfunctions, malfunction information is
stored into the control unit as necessary during use by the user. This memory is not erased no matter how
many times the ignition switch is turned ON and OFF.
However, this information is erased by turning ignition switch OFF after performing self-diagnostics or by
erasing the memory using the CONSULT-II.
No. Malfunctioning item No. Malfunctioning item
1 Revolution sensor AT- 11 9
10 A/T fluid temperature sensor AT-135
2 Direct clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 5 5 , AT- 1 5 711 Turbine revolution sensor AT- 11 7
3Torque converter clutch solenoid valve AT- 1 2 6 , AT-
12812 A/T interlock AT-142
4 Line pressure solenoid valve AT- 1 3 013 A/T 1st engine braking AT- 1 4 5
5 Input clutch solenoid valve AT-147 , AT-14914 Start signal AT-108
6 Front brake solenoid valve AT-151 , AT-15315 Accelerator pedal position sensor AT-132
7 Low coast brake solenoid valve AT-163 , AT-16516 Engine speed signal AT-124
8High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve AT-159 ,
AT- 1 6 117 CAN communication line AT-105
9 PNP switch AT- 11 3
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DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
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DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINEPFP:23710
DescriptionNCS001KJ
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent malfunction detection ability.
Many electronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links
with other control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are con-
nected with 2 communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission
with less wiring. Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCS001KK
This is an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.
Diagnostic trouble code “U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT” with CONSULT-II or 17th judgement flicker with-
out CONSULT-II is detected when TCM cannot communicate to other control units.
Possible CauseNCS001KL
Harness or connectors
(CAN communication line is open or shorted.)
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCS001KM
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.
2. Select “DATA MONITOR” mode for “A/T” with CONSULT-II.
3. Start engine and wait for at least 6 seconds.
4. If DTC is detected, go to AT- 1 0 7 , "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-II”.
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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 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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