INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Service Manual

BRC-10
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
TROUBLE DIAGNOSISPFP:00004
Fail-Safe FunctionNFS000Q8
ABS, EBD SYSTEM
In the event there is a malfunction with the electrical system, the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp,
and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on when it is the ABS that is malfunctioning, and the brake warning lamp,
ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on when it is the EBD that is
malfunctioning. At the same time, the VDC/TCS/ABS will be put in one of the following states by the fail-safe
function.

When the ABS malfunctions, only the EBD operates. The condition is the same as that of models without
VDC/TCS/ABS.
NOTE:
ABS self-diagnosis sound may be heard. This is normal condition because a self-diagnosis for “Ignition
switch ON” and “The first starting” are being performed.

When the EBD malfunctions, the EBD and ABS will not operate. The condition is the same as that of mod-
els without VDC/TCS/ABS and EBD.
VDC/TCS
In case of VDC/TCS system malfunction, the VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp or only VDC
OFF indicator lamp are turned on, and the condition of the vehicle is the same as the condition of vehicles
without VDC/TCS equipment. In case of electrical malfunction with the VDC/TCS system, the ABS control
continues to operate normally even though VDC/TCS does not operate.
CAUTION:
If the Fail-Safe function is activated, then perform self-diagnosis for VDC/TCS/ABS control system.
How to Perform Trouble DiagnosesNFS000QB
BASIC CONCEPT

The most important point to perform trouble diagnosis is to understand systems (control and mechanism)
in vehicle thoroughly.

It is also important to clarify customer complaints before inspec-
tion.
First of all, reproduce symptom, and understand it fully.
Ask customer about his/her complaints carefully. In some cases,
they will be necessary to check symptom by driving vehicle with
customer.
CAUTION:
Customers are not professionals. Do not assume “maybe
customer means...” or “maybe customer mentioned this
symptom”.

It is essential to check symptoms right from beginning in order to
repair a malfunction completely.
For an intermittent malfunction, it is important to reproduce
symptom based on interview with customer and past examples.
Do not perform inspection on ad hoc basis. Most intermittent
malfunctions are caused by poor contacts. In this case, it will be
effective to shake suspected harness or connector by hand.
When repairs are performed without any symptom check, no
one can judge if malfunction has actually been eliminated.

After diagnostic, make sure to perform “ERASE MEMORY”.
Refer to BRC-24, "
ERASE MEMORY" .

Always read “GI General Information” to confirm general precau-
tions. Refer to GI-4, "
General Precautions" .
SEF234G
SEF233G

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-11
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BRC
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DIAGNOSIS FLOW CHART
SFIA3272E

BRC-12
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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ASKING COMPLAINTS

Complaints against malfunction vary depending on each person.
It is important to clarify customer complaints.

Ask customer about what symptoms are present and under
what conditions. Use information to reproduce symptom while
driving.

It is also important to use diagnostic sheet so as not to miss
information.
EXAMPLE OF DIAGNOSIS WORKSHEET
SBR339B
SFIA3265E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-13
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BRC
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Component Parts LocationNFS000QC
1. Front wheel sensor 2. ABS actuator and electric unit (con-
trol unit)3. Warning lamp, Indicator lamp
(Combination meter)
4. VDC OFF switch 5. Steering angle sensor 6. Rear wheel sensor
7. Yaw rate/side G sensor
SFIA3017E

BRC-14
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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Schematic NFS000QD
TFWT0260E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-15
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BRC
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Wiring Diagram — VDC — NFS000QE
TFWT0349E

BRC-16
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TFWT0262E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-17
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BRC
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TFWT0350E

BRC-18
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TFWT0351E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-19
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
C
D
E
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
BRC
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TFWT0352E