idle INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Owner's Manual

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Slips/Will
Not
EngageWhen you press the
accelerator pedal and
shift speed D2 → D1
or M
2 → M1 the
engine idles or the A/
T slips.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 11 9,
AT-140
3. ATF pressure switch 5 and direct clutch solenoid valveAT-176,
AT-155
4. CAN communication lineAT-105
5. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
6. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle7. Torque converterAT-301
8. Oil pump assemblyAT-322
9. 3rd one-way clutchAT-325
10. 1st one-way clutchAT-333
11. Gear systemAT-281
12. Reverse brakeAT-301
13. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT- 1 8 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT- 1 9 , "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
14. 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- 1 8 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT- 1 9 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
35With selector lever in
“D” position, accelera-
tion is extremely poor.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
2. Line pressure testAT- 5 5
3. Accelerator pedal position sensorAT-132
4. CAN communication lineAT-105
5. PNP switchAT- 11 3
6. A/T positionAT-227
7. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle8. Torque converterAT-301
9. Oil pump assemblyAT-322
10. 1st one-way clutchAT-333
11. Gear systemAT-281
12. Reverse brakeAT-301
13. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT- 1 8 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT- 1 9 , "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
14. 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- 1 8 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT- 1 9 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
No. Item Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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OthersExtremely large
creep.ON vehicle1. Engine idle speed EC-83
(for
VQ35DE
engine),
EC-785

(for
VK45DE
engine)
2. CAN communication lineAT-105
3. ATF pressure switch 5AT-176
OFF vehicle 4. Torque converterAT-301
65With selector lever in
“P” position, vehicle
does not enter parking
condition or, with
selector lever in
another position, park-
ing condition is not
cancelled.
Refer to AT-191, "
In
“P” Position, Vehicle
Moves When Pushed"
.ON vehicle1. PNP switchAT- 11 3
2. A/T positionAT-227
OFF vehicle 3. Parking componentsAT-250

(2WD
models) or
AT-301

(AWD
models)
66Vehicle runs with A/T
in “P” position.ON vehicle1. PNP switchAT- 11 3
2. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
3. A/T positionAT-227
4. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle5. Parking componentsAT-250

(2WD
models) or
AT-301

(AWD
models)
6. Gear systemAT-281
67Vehicle runs with A/T
in “N” position.
Refer to AT-192, "In
“N” Position, Vehicle
Moves" .ON vehicle1. PNP switchAT- 11 3
2. A/T fluid level and stateAT- 5 3
3. A/T positionAT-227
4. Control valve with TCMAT-236
OFF vehicle5. Input clutchAT-327
6. Gear systemAT-281
7. Direct clutchAT-341
8. Reverse brakeAT-301
9. Forward one-way clutch (Parts behind drum support is
impossible to perform inspection by disassembly. Refer to
AT- 1 7 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VQ35DE Models for 2WD)" ,
AT- 1 8 , "
Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" or
AT- 1 9 , "
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
10. 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- 1 8 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (VK45DE Models for 2WD)" o r AT- 1 9 ,
"Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models)" .)AT-301
No. Item Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference
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AT-88
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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-
8
2. A/T positionAT- 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-
8
2. A/T positionAT- 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- 3 0 1
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- 3 0 1
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 sensor·A/T and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 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- 3 0 19. Direct clutchAT- 3 4 1
No. Item Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference
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AT-112
DTC P0700 TCM
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DTC P0700 TCMPFP:31036
DescriptionNCS001KW
The TCM consists of a microcomputer and connectors for signal input and output and for power supply. The
TCM controls the A/T.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCS001KX

This is an OBD-II self-diagnostic item.

Diagnostic trouble code “P0700 TCM” with CONSULT-II is detected when TCM is malfunctioning.
Possible CauseNCS001KY
TCM.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCS001KZ
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 “ECU INPUT SIGNALS” or “MAIN SIGNALS” in “DATA
MONITOR” mode for “A/T” with CONSULT-II.
3. Touch “START”.
4. Start engine.
5. Run engine for at least 2 consecutive seconds at idle speed.
6. If DTC is detected, go to AT- 11 2 , "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-II”.
Diagnostic ProcedureNCS001L0
1. CHECK DTC
With CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Select “SELF DIAG RESULTS” mode for “A/T” with CONSULT-
II.
3. Touch “ERASE”.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait for at least 10 seconds.
5. Perform “DTC confirmation procedure”. Refer to AT- 11 2 , "
DTC
Confirmation Procedure" .
Is the
“TCM” displayed again?
YES >> Replace the control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 ,
"Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature
Sensor 2" .
NO >>INSPECTION END
BCIA0030E
BCIA0031E

AT-132
DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR
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DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSORPFP:22620
DescriptionNCS001M9
Electric throttle control actuator consists of throttle control motor, accelerator pedal position sensor, throttle
position sensor, etc. The actuator sends a signal to the ECM, and ECM sends signals to TCM with CAN com-
munication.
CONSULT-II Reference ValueNCS001MA
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCS001MB

This is an OBD-II self-diagnostic item. (For VQ35DE engine)

Diagnostic trouble code “P1705 TP SEN/CIRC A/T” with CONSULT-II or 15th judgement flicker without
CONSULT-II is detected when TCM does not receive the proper accelerator pedal position signals (input
by CAN communication) from ECM.
Possible CauseNCS001MC
Harness or connectors
(Sensor circuit is open or shorted.)
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCS001MD
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 “ECU INPUT SIGNALS” in “DATA MONITOR” mode for
“A/T” with CONSULT-II.
3. Touch “START”.
4. Start engine and let it idle for 1 second.
5. If DTC is detected, go to AT- 1 3 3 , "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-II”.
Item name Condition Display value (Approx.)
ACCELE POSIReleased accelerator pedal. 0.0/8
Fully depressed accelerator pedal. 8.0/8
BCIA0030E

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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In “N” Position, Vehicle MovesNCS001Q2
SYMPTOM:
Vehicle moves forward or backward when selecting “N” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" .
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate PNP switch?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 11 3 , "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION
SWITCH" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK A/T POSITION
Check A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 8 , "
Checking of A/T Position" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 7 , "
Adjustment of A/T Position" .
3. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refill ATF.
4. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "
A/T Fluid Condition Check" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT-
64, "Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.67).
5. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 7 , "
Check at Idle" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 8 9 , "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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Large Shock (“N” to “D” Position)NCS001Q3
SYMPTOM:
A noticeable shock occurs when the selector lever is shifted from “N” to “D” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 4 ,
"Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. ENGINE IDLE SPEED
Check engine idle speed. Refer to EC-83, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check" (for VQ35DE engine), EC-
785, "Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check" (for VK45DE engine).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust engine idle speed. Refer to EC-83, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check" (for VQ35DE
engine), EC-785, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check" (for VK45DE engine).
3. CHECK A/T POSITION
Check A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 8 , "
Checking of A/T Position" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Adjust A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 7 , "
Adjustment of A/T Position" .
4. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Refill ATF.
5. CHECK LINE PRESSURE
Check line pressure at idle with selector lever in “D” position. Refer to AT- 5 5 , "
LINE PRESSURE TEST" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG - 1 >> Line pressure high: GO TO 6.
NG - 2 >> Line pressure low: GO TO 7.
6. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 2 2 , "Oil Pump" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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7. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 2 2 , "Oil Pump" .
–Power train system. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
–Transmission case. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "
A/T Fluid Condition Check" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> GO TO 9.
9. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 , "
Symp-
tom Chart" (Symptom No.1).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
10. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 7 , "
Check at Idle" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 11.
11 . CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 8 9 , "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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7. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 2 2 , "Oil Pump" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 9.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "
DISASSEMBLY" .
3. Check the following.
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT- 3 2 2 , "Oil Pump" .
–Power train system. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
–Transmission case. Refer to AT- 3 0 1 , "DISASSEMBLY" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 9.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
9. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT- 2 3 6 , "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "
A/T Fluid Condition Check" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> GO TO 13.
10. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 , "
Symp-
tom Chart" (Symptom No.43).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 11.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
11 . CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 7 , "
Check at Idle" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 12.
12. CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 8 9 , "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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13. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT- 6 4 , "
Symp-
tom Chart" (Symptom No.43).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 11.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” PositionNCS001Q5
SYMPTOM:
Vehicle does not creep forward when selecting “D” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 3 , "TCM SELF-DIAG-
NOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS)" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check malfunctioning system. Refer to AT- 9 2 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" , AT- 1 0 4 ,
"Judgement Self-diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK A/T POSITION
Check A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 8 , "
Checking of A/T Position" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust A/T position. Refer to AT- 2 2 7 , "
Adjustment of A/T Position" .
3. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refill ATF.
4. CHECK STALL TEST
Check stall revolution with selector lever in “D” position. Refer to AT- 5 3 , "
STALL TEST" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> GO TO 7.
5. CHECK LINE PRESSURE
Check line pressure at idle with selector lever in “D” position. Refer to AT- 5 5 , "
LINE PRESSURE TEST" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG - 1 >> Line pressure high: GO TO 6.
NG - 2 >> Line pressure low: GO TO 7.