steering INFINITI M35 2006 Factory Service Manual

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7. CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Change the vehicle speed, and then check voltage waveform
between power steering control unit harness connector M8 and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Power steering control unit is inoperative. Replace.
NG >> Check the following systems and replace if necessary.
Harness between unified meter & A/C amp and power steering control unit.
Unified meter & A/C amp and vehicle speed signal circuit Refer to DI-28, "UNIFIED METER
AND A/C AMP" .
8. CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Warm up the engine, and then check voltage waveform between
power steering control unit harness connector M8 and ground when
the engine speed is the idling and at approximately 2,000 rpm.
OK or NG
OK >> Power steering control unit is inoperating. Replace it.
NG >> Check the following systems and replace if malfunction is detected.
Harness between ECM and power steering control unit
ECM engine speed signal circuit. Refer to EC-846, "CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE)" .
Terminal 3 – GroundRepeat Approx. 0 V and approx. 5 V
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Terminal 5 – GroundAt Idle
Approx. 2,000 rpmSGIA1289EPBIA3654J
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[RAS]
REAR ACTIVE STEER
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Disassembly and AssemblyNGS000E6
COMPONENTS
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove mounting bolts of RAS motor assembly, and then remove RAS motor assembly, ground terminal,
O-ring from RAS actuator.
2. Remove mounting bolt of rear wheel steering angle sensor, and then remove rear wheel steering angle
sensor, O-ring from RAS actuator.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Check RAS actuator bracket (rear wheel steering angle sensor mounting area) for crush, deformation, cracks,
or other damage. Replace the RAS actuator malfunction is detected.
ASSEMBLY
Assembly is the reverse order of disassembly. For tightening torque, refer to STC-14, "COMPONENTS" .
After assembling RAS actuator assembly (after removing and installing rear wheel angle sensor and RAS
motor), perform the neutral position adjustment.
Neutral Position AdjustmentNGS000E7
Adjust neutral position after performing the following procedure.
Removing and installing or replacing the RAS actuator assembly
Disassembling the RAS actuator assembly (when removing rear wheel steering angle sensor and RAS
motor)
CAUTION:
Perform the neutral position adjustment after installing the RAS actuator assembly to the vehicle.
Before that, remove the rear lower link from the RAS actuator.
1. Disconnect harness connector and remove rear wheel steering angle sensor from the RAS actuator
assembly.
2. Disconnect RAS motor harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
1. Ground terminal 2. RAS motor assembly 3. O-ring
4. RAS actuator 5. Rear wheel steering angle sensor
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" , for the symbols in the figure.
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4. Supply 6 V voltage by connecting the four 1.5 V batteries in a
series. Connect them to the RAS motor connector (motor side),
and then operate the motor and adjust the rack in the neutral
position (A).
CAUTION:
Do not supply 12 V voltage (battery, etc) to the RAS motor.
NOTE:
For right stroke, connect positive probe to the RAS motor con-
nector terminal 1. For left stroke, connect it to the terminal 2.
5. Install rear wheel steering angle sensor with O-ring to the RAS
actuator assembly. Temporarily tighten the mounting bolts in the specified torque that the sensor can be
moved by hand.
6. Turn and adjust the rear wheel steering angle sensor so as to make each sensor signal of “DATA MONI-
TOR” mode to the following standard with CONSULT-II.
CAUTION:
During DATA MONITOR mode, “MONITORING ERROR” is displayed. But there is not malfunction
in this procedure.
7. Tighten rear wheel steering angle sensor mounting bolts.
8. Perform “ERASE” with CONSULT-II, and then erase the error memory of rear wheel steering angle sen-
sor. Refer to STC-29, "
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results" .
9. Perform CONSULT-II “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” again, and then make sure that there is no malfunction.
Refer to STC-28, "
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE" . Full stroke (B) : 6.8 - 7.2 mm (0.268 - 0.283 in)
STEERING ANG () L - 0, R - 0, N - 0
RR ST ANG-MAI (V) Approx. 2.4
RR ST ANG-SUB (V) Approx. 2.4
RR ST ANG-VOL (V) Approx. 5.0
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[RAS]
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
ComponentsNGS000E8
RAS (Rear Active Steer) FunctionNGS000E9
A. RAS control unit B. Model following control C. Target vehicle dynamics model
D. Rear wheel steering angle com-
mand value operationE. Rear wheel steering angle servo F. Vehicle speed signal (CAN)
G. Steering angle signal (CAN) H. Vehicle speed sensor I. Steering angle sensor
J. RAS actuator assembly
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Part name Function
RAS control unit
Calculate the vehicle speed signal from CAN communication and the signals from steering
angle sensor and rear wheel steering angle sensor by a computer, and then control the rear
wheel steering angle.
Fail-safe function is activated when the electrical system is malfunctioning. The output signal
to the actuator is turned OFF during this mode. At that time, the RAS warning lamp illumi-
nates and indicates the system is malfunctioning.
It performs the communication control function with other control units via CAN communica-
tion.
This enables system diagnosis with CONSULT-II.
RAS actuatorThe efficiency of the rear wheel steer improves by locating the electric motor actuator into the
lower link of rear suspension.
Steering angle sensor
Measure the steering angle and send it to RAS control unit via CAN communication.
It is shared with the steering angle sensor for VDC.
Rear wheel steering angle sensor
It sends the rear wheel steering angle status to RAS control unit. The accuracy of rear wheel
steer improves by comparing the vehicle speed signal from CAN communication with the
rear wheel steering angle target value calculated from the wheel angle sensor signal, and it
controls them.
There are 2 types of rear wheel steering angle sensors (main/sub). If one of them is malfunc-
tioning, the other operates the fail-safe mode and stops the control.
RAS warning lamp
It turns on when the fail-safe function is operated and indicates that a RAS control malfunc-
tion has occurred.
It turns on when ignition switch turns on and turns off after the engine is started.
It indicates the suspect system by blinking when performing the self-diagnosis (without CON-
SULT-II).

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Component Parts LocationNGS000EC
A. RAS warning lamp B. Steering angle sensor C. RAS control unit
D. RAS motor relay E. RAS motor F. Rear wheel steering angle sensor
G. Noise suppressor
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STANDARD BY CONSULT-II
CAUTION:
The output signal indicates the RAS control unit calculation data. The normal values will be displayed
even in the event that the output circuit (harness) is open.
Monitor itemDATA MONITOR
Malfunction inspection
checklist
Condition Reference values
VHCL SPEED SE (km/h)Ignition switch ON or engine
running Almost in accordance with the speed-
ometer display. It is not a malfunction,
through it might not be corresponding
just after ignition switch is turned ON.STC-38, "
Inspection 4:
Vehicle Speed Signal"
STEERING ANG ()Turning steering wheel clock-
wise or counterclockwise.Displays the angle when the steering
wheel turns from the neutral positionSTC-38, "
Inspection 5:
Steering Angle Signal
Malfunction"
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) Engine runningAlmost in accordance with tachometer
displaySTC-43, "
Inspection 8:
Engine Speed Signal
Malfunction"
POWER STR SOL (A)Accelerate the vehicle from 0
to 100 km/h (0 to 62 MPH)0 km/h (0 MPH): Approx. 1.10 A
100 km/h (62 MPH): Approx. 0.54 ASTC-46, "Diagnosis
Chart by Symptom 2"
RR ST ANG-MAI (V)
Perform the ACTIVE TEST
and stroke the actuator (with
tires off the ground)Neutral: Approx. 2.4 V
Turn steering wheel to right for full
stroke: Approx. 4.4 V
Turn steering wheel to left for full
stroke: Approx. 0.4 VSTC-40, "Inspection 6:
Rear Main Signal and
Rear Sub Signal Mal-
function"RR ST ANG- SUB (V)
RR ST ANG-VOL (V)
Ignition switch ON or engine
runningApprox. 5 VSTC-40, "
Inspection 6:
Rear Main Signal and
Rear Sub Signal Mal-
function"
C/U VOLTAGE (V) Battery voltage (Approx. 12 V)STC-35, "
Inspection 1:
RAS Control Unit Mal-
function"
MOTOR VOLTAGE (V) Battery voltage (Approx. 12V)STC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
MOTOR CURRENT (A)Perform the ACTIVE TEST
and stroke the actuator.It is normal when there is the current
output at strokeSTC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
MTR CRNT OPE (A)Turning steering wheel clock-
wise or counterclockwise
while ignition switch is ON or
running the engineNeutral (Steering force is zero and
straight-ahead position): Approx. 0 A
The value is changed according to
steering left or right STC-37, "
Inspection 3:
RAS Motor Output
Malfunction"
STOP LAMP SWDepressing or releasing brake
pedalBrake pedal depressed: ONSTC-44, "
Inspection
10: Stop Lamp Switch
Harness"Brake pedal not depressed: OFF
RAS RELAY
Ignition switch ON or engine
runningIgnition switch ON: ONSTC-35, "
Inspection 2:
Motor Power Supply
System"
FAIL SAFE Not activatedSelf-diagnosis and
suspect system
inspection on DATA
MONITOR
WARNING LAMP (ON/OFF)RAS warning lamp ON: ON
RAS warning lamp OFF: OFFWarning lamp circuit
inspection

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CONSULT-II Function (RAS)NGS000EG
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II can display each self-diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. Touch “PRINT” to print out the self-diagnostic results if necessary. Check RAS warning lamp if “NO FAIL-
URE” is displayed.
3. Perform the appropriate inspection from the display item list, and repair or replace the malfunctioning
component. Refer to STC-28, "
Display Item List" .
Display Item List
CAUTION:
When malfunctions are detected in several systems, including the “CAN COMM [U1000]” and
“CONTROL_UNIT (CAN) [U1010]”, inspect the CAN communication system.
Mode Function Reference
SELF-DIAG RESULTSReceives self-diagnosis results from RAS control unit and
indicates DTCs.STC-28, "
SELF-DIAG RESULT
MODE"
DATA MONITORReceives input/output signals from RAS control unit and
indicates and stores them to facilitate locating cause of
malfunctions.STC-30, "DATA MONITOR MODE"
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTRMonitors transmitting/receiving status of CAN communi-
cation.STC-31, "CAN Communication"
ACTIVE TESTSends command to RAS actuator to change output sig-
nals and check operation of output system.STC-30, "ACTIVE TEST MODE"
ECU PART NUMBER Displays RAS control unit part number.STC-30, "RAS CONTROL UNIT
PART NUMBER"
DTC code Diagnostic item Diagnostic item is detected when... Check items
C1923 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_CHANGE] (ꞏ a)While driving at 60 km/h (37 MPH)
or more, steering angle does not
change for a while.STC-38
C1924 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_NEUT_STATE] (ꞏ b)When driving some distance, no
neutral signal (ON signal) is input.STC-38
C1915 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [MAIN_SIGNAL] (ꞏ a)The main sensor input signal is
malfunctioning for some time
against the sensor power supply
value.STC-40
C1916 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [SUB_SIGNAL] (ꞏ b)When the main sensor input signal
is 2.4 - 2.6 V, the sub sensor input
signal is malfunctioning for some
time compared to the sensor power
supply value.STC-40
C1917, C1918 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [OFFSET_SIG1,2] (ꞏ c)An excessive difference has
occurred in the input values of main
sensor and sub sensor.STC-40
C1914 RR_ST_ANGLE_SENSOR [ABNORMAL_VOL] (ꞏ d)Higher or lower value compared to
the standard voltage.STC-40
C1921 MOTOR_OUTPUTNo engine speed is input for a cer-
tain time.STC-43
C1911 MOTOR_VOLTAGE [LOW_VOLTAGE] (ꞏ a)The motor power supply voltage is
lower than ignition power supply
voltage with RAS motor relay ON.STC-35

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How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results
1. Perform applicable inspection of malfunctioning item and then repair or replace.
2. Start engine, and touch “START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)” “RAS/HICAS” “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” and
“ERASE” in this order to erase the diagnostic memory.
CAUTION:
If memory cannot be erased, repeat step 1, 2.
3. Perform self-diagnosis again, and make sure that DTC memory is erased.
C1912 MOTOR_VOLTAGE [BAD_OBSTRCT] (ꞏ b)The motor power supply voltage is
inputting for some time with motor
power supply OFF by RAS control
unit.STC-35
C1913 MOTOR_OUTPUT [ABNORMAL_SIG] (ꞏ a)When the motor current value is
10A or more, actual output is
excessively low and the condition
continues for some time.STC-37
C1902 MOTOR_OUTPUT [REV_CURRENT] (ꞏ c)The current flows in the opposite
direction when the motor current is
output. STC-37
C1903 MOTOR_OUTPUT [NO_CURRENT] (ꞏ d)The current flows when the motor
current is not output. STC-37
C1904 MOTOR_OUTPUT [OVERCURRENT] (ꞏ e)The excessive high current flows
when the motor current is output.STC-37
C1910 MOTOR_OUTPUT [MOTOR_LOCK] (ꞏ b)When 17 A or more current flows to
the motor, the rear wheel steering
angle sensor signal does not
change for some time.STC-37
C1919 VEHICLE_SPEED_SEN [NO_SIGNAL]No vehicle speed signal is input for
some time.STC-38
C1900
CONTROL_UNIT [ABNORMAL1 - 9] Control unit malfunctionSTC-35
C1901
C1905
C1906
C1907
C1908
C1909
C1922
C1928
C1920 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN [NO_SIGNAL]No steering angle signal is input for
some time.STC-38
C1926 STEERING_ANGLE_SEN
An unexpected signal is input.
Steering angle sensor outputs the
malfunction signal.STC-38
C1929 VDCABS actuator and electric unit (con-
trol unit) outputs the malfunction
signal.STC-42
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUITWhen a control unit (except for
RAS) is not transmitting or receiving
CAN communication signal 2 sec-
onds or less.STC-43
U1010 CONTROL_UNIT [CAN]When detected error during the ini-
tial diagnosis of CAN controller of
each control unit.STC-43
DTC code Diagnostic item Diagnostic item is detected when... Check items

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DATA MONITOR MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. Touch “DATA MONITOR”.
3. Select from “SELECT MONITOR ITEM”, screen of data monitor is displayed.
NOTE:
When malfunction is detected, CONSULT-II performs REAL-TIME DIAGNOSIS. Also, any malfunction
detected while in this mode will be displayed in real time.
Display Item List
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. When turning the steering wheel right or left, the rear wheel turns in the same direction. If the steering
wheel is not turned, the rear wheel turns left and right 5 times.
RAS CONTROL UNIT PART NUMBER
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-39, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. The part number described on RAS control unit sticker is displayed.
Item (Display or Unit) Remarks
VHCL SPEED SE (km/h) Vehicle speed received via CAN communication is displayed.
STEERING ANG (
) Steering angle received via CAN communication is displayed.
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) Engine speed received via CAN communication is displayed.
POWER STR SOL (A)Power steering solenoid controlling current that RAS control unit outputs is dis-
played.
RR ST ANG_MAI (V) Rear wheel steering angle main sensor output voltage is displayed.
RR ST ANG_SUB (V) Rear wheel angle sub sensor output voltage is displayed.
RR ST ANG_ VOL (V)Voltage supplied from RAS control unit to rear wheel steering angle sensor is
displayed.
C/U VOLTAGE (V) Voltage supplied to RAS control unit is displayed.
MOTOR VOLTAGE (V) Voltage supplied from RAS control unit to RAS motor is displayed.
MOTOR CURRENT (A) RAS motor relay controlling current that RAS control unit outputs is displayed.
MOTOR CRNT OPE (A) Current commanded value to RAS motor is displayed.
RR ANG OPE (
) Angle commanded value to rear wheel steering angle sensor is displayed.
STOP LAMP SW (ON/OFF) Condition of stop lamp switch ON/OFF is displayed.
HICAS RELAY (ON/OFF) RAS motor relay ON/OFF condition is displayed.
FAILSAFE (ON/OFF) Fail-safe ON/OFF condition is displayed.
WARNING LAMP (ON/OFF) RAS warning lamp operating condition is displayed.
STEERING ANG RR ST ANG_MAI RR ST ANG_SUB MOTOR CURRENT
0
(Neutral) 2.4 V 2.4 V No output (Approx. 0 A)
R 90
Approx. 4.4 V Approx. 4.4 V
Output (change)
L 90
Approx. 0.4 V Approx. 0.4 V

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Diagnosis Procedure with Self-Diagnosis Function (Without CONSULT- I I )NGS000EL
DESCRIPTION
If a malfunction is detected in the system, the RAS warning lamp turns on and indicates the malfunction. At
that time, fail-safe activates, and then stops the function.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
1. Start engine.
2. Turn steering wheel left and right at 20
or more and 5 times or more within 10 seconds. And then depress
the service brake 5 times or more.
3. RAS warning lamp blinks (displays normal/malfunction).
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY
RAS warning lamp blinks and displays the self-diagnostic results.
Only DTCs are displayed as the pattern shown in the figure, and
then repeat the display.
If all items are normal, RAS warning lamp blinks at 4 Hz cycle.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS DISPLAY ITEMS
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS
If there is the history data for when the fail-safe has activated in the past, erase the memory with CONSULT-II.
Refer to STC-29, "
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results" .
CAN CommunicationNGS000EM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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 error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic 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 connected 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. Refer to LAN-34, "
CAN
Communication Unit" .
SGIA1243E
DTC (warning lamp blinks) Diagnosis item Inspection item
11 RAS control unitSTC-35, "
Inspection 1: RAS Control Unit Malfunction"
12 Motor power supplySTC-35, "Inspection 2: Motor Power Supply System"
13 Motor outputSTC-37, "Inspection 3: RAS Motor Output Malfunction"
21 Vehicle speed signalSTC-38, "Inspection 4: Vehicle Speed Signal"
22 Steering angle signalSTC-38, "Inspection 5: Steering Angle Signal Malfunction"
24 Rear wheel steering angle (main)STC-40, "Inspection 6: Rear Main Signal and Rear Sub Signal
Malfunction"
25 Rear wheel steering angle (sub)STC-40, "Inspection 6: Rear Main Signal and Rear Sub Signal
Malfunction"
26 VDCSTC-42, "Inspection 7: VDC Malfunction"
33 Engine speed signalSTC-43, "Inspection 8: Engine Speed Signal Malfunction"