air intake INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Repair Manual

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*: The items are the same as those of 1st trip freeze frame data.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Monitored Item
×: Applicable VEHICL SPEED
[km/h] or [mph]

The vehicle speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
ABSOL TH·P/S [%]

The throttle valve opening angle at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]

The base fuel schedule at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE [°C]
or [°F]

The intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. Freeze frame data
item*Description
Monitored item
[Unit]ECM
INPUT
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SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks
ENG SPEED [rpm]××

Indicates the engine speed computed
from the signal of the crankshaft position
sensor (POS) and camshaft position sen-
sor (PHASE).
Accuracy becomes poor if engine speed
drops below the idle rpm.

If the signal is interrupted while the
engine is running, an abnormal value may
be indicated.
MAS A/F SE-B1 [V]××

The signal voltage of the mass air flow
sensor is displayed.
When the engine is stopped, a certain
value is indicated.
B/FUEL SCHDL
[msec]×

“Base fuel schedule” indicates the fuel
injection pulse width programmed into
ECM, prior to any learned on board cor-
rection.
A/F ALPHA-B1 [%]×

The mean value of the air-fuel ratio feed-
back correction factor per cycle is indi-
cated.
When the engine is stopped, a certain
value is indicated.

This data also includes the data for the
air-fuel ratio learning control. A/F ALPHA-B2 [%]×
COOLAN TEMP/S
[°C] or [°F]××

The engine coolant temperature (deter-
mined by the signal voltage of the engine
coolant temperature sensor) is displayed.

When the engine coolant temperature
sensor is open or short-circuited, ECM
enters fail-safe mode. The engine coolant
temperature determined by the ECM is
displayed.
A/F SEN1 (B1) [V]××

The A/F signal computed from the input
signal of the air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 is
displayed. A/F SEN1 (B2) [V]×
HO2S2 (B1) [V]×

The signal voltage of the heated oxygen
sensor 2 is displayed.
HO2S2 (B2) [V]×
HO2S2 MNTR (B1)
[RICH/LEAN]×

Display of heated oxygen sensor 2 signal:
RICH: means the amount of oxygen after
three way catalyst is relatively small.
LEAN: means the amount of oxygen after
three way catalyst is relatively large.

When the engine is stopped, a certain
value is indicated.
HO2S2 MNTR (B2)
[RICH/LEAN]×
VHCL SPEED SE
[km/h] or [mph]××

The vehicle speed computed from the
vehicle speed signal sent from combina-
tion meter is displayed.
BATTERY VOLT
[V]××

The power supply voltage of ECM is dis-
played.
ACCEL SEN 1 [V]××

The accelerator pedal position sensor
signal voltage is displayed.
ACCEL SENS 2 signal is converted be
ECM internally. Thus, they differs from
ECM terminal voltage signal. ACCEL SEN 2 [V]×

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THRTL SEN 1 [V]××
The throttle position sensor signal voltage
is displayed.
THRTL SEN 2 signal is converted by
ECM internally. Thus, they differs from
ECM terminal voltage signal. THRTL SEN 2 [V]×
FUEL T/TMP SE
[°C] or [°F]×

The fuel temperature (determined by the
signal voltage of the fuel tank tempera-
ture sensor) is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE
[°C] or [°F]××

The intake air temperature (determined
by the signal voltage of the intake air tem-
perature sensor) is indicated.
EVAP SYS PRES
[V]×

The signal voltage of EVAP control sys-
tem pressure sensor is displayed.
FPCM DR VOLT
[V]

The voltage between fuel pump and
FPCM is displayed.
FUEL LEVEL SE
[V]×

The signal voltage of the fuel level sensor
is displayed.
START SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates start signal status [ON/OFF]
computed by the ECM according to the
signals of engine speed and battery volt-
age.

After starting the engine, [OFF] is dis-
played regardless of the starter signal.
CLSD THL POS
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates idle position [ON/OFF] com-
puted by ECM according to the accelera-
tor pedal position sensor signal.
AIR COND SIG
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of the air
conditioner switch as determined by the
air conditioner signal.
P/N POSI SW
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
park/neutral position (PNP) switch signal.
PW/ST SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

[ON/OFF] condition of the power steering
system (determined by the signal voltage
of the power steering pressure sensor
signal) is indicated.
LOAD SIGNAL
[ON/OFF]××

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
electrical load signal.
ON: Rear window defogger switch is ON
and/or lighting switch is in 2nd position.
OFF: Both rear window defogger switch
and lighting switch are OFF.
IGNITION SW
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from igni-
tion switch signal.
HEATER FAN SW
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
heater fan switch signal.
BRAKE SW
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the
stop lamp switch signal.
INJ PULSE-B1
[msec]×

Indicates the actual fuel injection pulse
width compensated by ECM according to
the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a certain
computed value is indicated.
INJ PULSE-B2
[msec]
IGN TIMING
[BTDC]×

Indicates the ignition timing computed by
ECM according to the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a certain
value is indicated.
CAL/LD VALUE [%]

“Calculated load value” indicates the
value of the current air flow divided by
peak air flow. Monitored item
[Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
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SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks

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[g·m/s]
Indicates the mass air flow computed by
ECM according to the signal voltage of
the mass air flow sensor.
PURG VOL C/V
[%]

Indicates the EVAP canister purge vol-
ume control solenoid valve control value
computed by the ECM according to the
input signals.

The opening becomes larger as the value
increases.
INT/V TIM (B1)
[°CA]

Indicates [°CA] of intake camshaft
advanced angle.
INT/V TIM (B2)
[°CA]
INT/V SOL (B1) [%]

The control value of the intake valve tim-
ing control solenoid valve (determined by
ECM according to the input signals) is
indicated.

The advance angle becomes larger as
the value increases. INT/V SOL (B2) [%]
AIR COND RLY
[ON/OFF]×

The air conditioner relay control condition
(determined by ECM according to the
input signals) is indicated.
FUEL PUMP RLY
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates the fuel pump relay control con-
dition determined by ECM according to
the input signals.
FPCM [HI/LOW]×

The control condition of the fuel pump
control module (FPCM) (determined by
the ECM according to the input signal) is
indicated.
VENT CONT/V
[ON/OFF]

The control condition of the EVAP canis-
ter vent control valve (determined by
ECM according to the input signals) is
indicated.
ON: Closed
OFF: Open
THRTL RELAY
[ON/OFF]×

Indicates the throttle control motor relay
control condition determined by the ECM
according to the input signals.
HO2S2 HTR (B1)
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of heated
oxygen sensor 2 heater determined by
ECM according to the input signals. HO2S2 HTR (B2)
[ON/OFF]
I/P PULLY SPD
[rpm]

Indicates the engine speed computed
from the turbine revolution sensor signal.
VEHICLE SPEED
[km/h] or [MPH]

The vehicle speed computed from the
vehicle speed signal sent from TCM is
displayed.
IDL A/V LEARN
[YET/CMPLT]

Display the condition of idle air volume
learning
YET: Idle Air Volume Learning has not
been performed yet.
CMPLT: Idle Air Volume Learning has
already been performed successfully. Monitored item
[Unit]ECM
INPUT
SIG-
NALSMAIN
SIG-
NALSDescription Remarks

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ACTIVE TEST MODE
Test Item
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGEMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
FUEL INJEC-
TION

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change the amount of fuel injec-
tion using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Fuel injector

Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
IGNITION TIM-
ING

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Timing light: Set

Retard the ignition timing using
CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Perform Idle Air Volume Learning.
POWER BAL-
ANCE

Engine: After warming up, idle
the engine.

A/C switch OFF

Selector lever: P or N

Cut off each injector signal one at
a time using CONSULT-II.Engine runs rough or dies.

Harness and connectors

Compression

Fuel injector

Power transistor

Spark plug

Ignition coil
ENG COOLANT
TEMP

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change the engine coolant tem-
perature using CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor

Fuel injector
FUEL PUMP
RELAY

Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)

Turn the fuel pump relay ”ON”
and ”OFF” using CONSULT-II
and listen to operating sound.Fuel pump relay makes the operat-
ing sound.
Harness and connectors

Fuel pump relay
PURG VOL
CONT/V

Engine: After warming up, run
engine at 1,500 rpm.

Change the EVAP canister purge
volume control solenoid valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT-II.Engine speed changes according to
the opening percent.
Harness and connectors

Solenoid valve
FUEL/T TEMP
SEN

Change the fuel tank temperature using CONSULT-II.
VENT CON-
TROL/V

Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)

Turn solenoid valve ”ON” and
”OFF” with the CONSULT-II and
listen to operating sound.Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound.
Harness and connectors

Solenoid valve
FPCM

Engine: Returns to the original
trouble condition

Select “LOW” and “HI” with CON-
SULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

FPCM
V/T ASSIGN
ANGLE

Engine: Return to the original
trouble condition

Change intake valve timing using
CONSULT-II.If trouble symptom disappears, see
CHECK ITEM.

Harness and connectors

Intake valve timing control sole-
noid valve

EC-148
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
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10. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check the following.
–Ignition coil and its circuit (Refer to EC-691, "IGNITION SIGNAL" .)
–Fuel injector and its circuit (Refer to EC-669, "FUEL INJECTOR" .)
–Intake air leakage
–Low compression pressure (Refer to EM-102, "CHECKING COMPRESSION PRESSURE" .)
2. If NG, repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
If OK, replace fuel injector. (It may be caused by leakage from fuel injector or clogging.)
>> GO TO 11.
11 . CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the
each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 12.
12. CHECK A/F SENSOR 1 FUNCTION
Perform all DTC Confirmation Procedure related with A/F sensor 1.

For DTC P0130, P0150, refer to EC-234, "DTC Confirmation Procedure" .

For DTC P0131, P0151, refer to EC-244, "DTC Confirmation Procedure" .

For DTC P0132, P0152, refer to EC-253, "DTC Confirmation Procedure" .

For DTC P0133, P0153, refer to EC-263, "DTC Confirmation Procedure" .

For DTC P2A00, P2A03, refer to EC-646, "DTC Confirmation Procedure" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 15.
NG >> GO TO 13.
13. CHECK A/F SENSOR 1 CIRCUIT
Perform Diagnostic Procedure according to corresponding DTC.
>> GO TO 14.
14. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the
each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 15.
15. DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT ECM HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector. Check pin terminal and connector for damage, and then reconnect it.
>> GO TO 16.

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16. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”
1. Start engine.
2. Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the
each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-99, "
Symptom Matrix Chart" .
17. CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and
make sure that the indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
–Engine oil level is too high
–Engine oil viscosity
–Belt tension of power steering, alternator, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
–Noise from engine
–Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
–Valve clearance malfunction
–Intake valve timing control function malfunction
–Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Crushed air ducts

Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element

Uneven dirt of air cleaner element

Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
PBIB2332E

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25. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Crushed air ducts

Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element

Uneven dirt of air cleaner element

Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 27.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 26.
26. CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and make sure that the indication is within the
SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 27.
27. CHECK “MAS A/F SE-B1”
Select “MAS A/F SE-B1” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and
make sure that the indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 28.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>Replace mass air flow sensor, and
then GO TO 30.
28. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of air leak after the mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Disconnection, looseness, and cracks in air duct

Looseness of oil filler cap

Disconnection of oil level gauge

Open stuck, breakage, hose disconnection, or cracks of PCV valve

Disconnection or cracks of EVAP purge hose, open stuck of EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid
valve

Malfunctioning seal of rocker cover gasket

Disconnection, looseness, or cracks of hoses, such as vacuum hose, connecting to intake air system
parts

Malfunctioning seal of intake air system, etc.
>> GO TO 30.
29. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, and “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “DATA MONITOR (SPEC)” mode, and
make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-99, "
Symptom Matrix Chart" .
PBIB2370E

EC-166
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DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROLPFP:23796
DescriptionNBS004TT
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line
This mechanism hydraulically controls cam phases continuously with the fixed operating angle of the intake
valve.
The ECM receives signals such as crankshaft position, camshaft position, engine speed, and engine coolant
temperature. Then, the ECM sends ON/OFF pulse duty signals to the intake valve timing (IVT) control sole-
noid valve depending on driving status. This makes it possible to control the shut/open timing of the intake
valve to increase engine torque in low/mid speed range and output in high-speed range.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS004TU
Specification data are reference values.
Sensor Input signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Engine speed and piston position
Intake valve
timing controlIntake valve timing control
solenoid valve Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Wheel sensor Vehicle speed*
PBIB3276E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V TIM (B1)
INT/V TIM (B2)

Engine: After warming up

Selector lever: P or N

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle−5° - 5°CA
When revving engine up to 2,000 rpm
quickly Approx. 0° - 30°CA
INT/V SOL (B1)
INT/V SOL (B2)

Engine: After warming up

Selector lever: P or N

Air conditioner switch: OFF

No loadIdle 0% - 2%
When revving engine up to 2,000 rpm
quicklyApprox. 0% - 50%

DTC P0011, P0021 IVT CONTROL
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6. CHECK TIMING CHAIN INSTALLATION
Check service records for any recent repairs that may cause timing chain misaligned.
Ye s o r N o
Yes >> Check timing chain installation. Refer to EM-66, "TIMING CHAIN" .
No >> GO TO 7.
7. CHECK LUBRICATION CIRCUIT
Refer to EM-93, "
Inspection of Camshaft Sprocket (INT) Oil Groove" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Clean lubrication line.
8. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-153, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
For Wiring Diagram, refer to EC-366
for CKP sensor (POS) and EC-373 for CMP sensor (PHASE).
>>INSPECTION END
Component InspectionNBS004TY
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
1. Disconnect intake valve timing control solenoid valve harness connector.
2. Check resistance between intake valve timing control solenoid
valve terminals as follows.
If NG, replace intake valve timing control solenoid valve.
If OK, go to next step.
3. Remove intake valve timing control solenoid valve.
4. Provide 12V DC between intake valve timing control solenoid
valve terminals and then interrupt it. Make sure that the plunger
moves as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
Do not apply 12V DC continuously for 5 seconds or more.
Doing so may result in damage to the coil in intake valve
timing control solenoid valve.
If NG, replace intake valve timing control solenoid valve.
NOTE:
Always replace O-ring when intake valve timing control
solenoid valve is removed.
Removal and InstallationNBS004TZ
INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE
Refer to EM-85, "CAMSHAFT" . Are there any service records that may cause timing chain misaligned?
Terminals Resistance
1 and 2 7.0 - 7.5Ω [at 20°C (68°F)]
1 or 2 and ground∞Ω
(Continuity should not exist)
PBIB0193E
PBIB2275E

EC-170
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DTC P0031, P0032, P0051, P0052 A/F SENSOR 1 HEATER
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DTC P0031, P0032, P0051, P0052 A/F SENSOR 1 HEATERPFP:22693
DescriptionNBS004U0
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The ECM performs ON/OFF duty control of the A/F sensor 1 heater corresponding to the engine operating
condition to keep the temperature of A/F sensor 1 element at the specified range.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS004U1
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS004U2
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS004U3
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 10.5V and 16V at
idle.
WITH CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ON and select “DATA MONITOR” mode with
CONSULT-II.
2. Start engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-174, "
Diagnostic Procedure"
.
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-II” above.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)Engine speed
Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
heater controlAir fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
heater
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
A/F S1 HTR (B1)
A/F S1 HTR (B2)

Engine: After warming up, idle the engine 0 - 100%
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0031
0031
(Bank 1)Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor
1 heater control circuit
lowThe current amperage in the A/F sensor 1 heater
circuit is out of the normal range.
(An excessively low voltage signal is sent to ECM
through the A/F sensor 1 heater.)

Harness or connectors
(The A/F sensor 1 heater circuit is
open or shorted.)

A/F sensor 1 heater P0051
0051
(Bank 2)
P0032
0032
(Bank 1)Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor
1 heater control circuit
highThe current amperage in the A/F sensor 1 heater
circuit is out of the normal range.
(An excessively high voltage signal is sent to ECM
through the A/F sensor 1 heater.)

Harness or connectors
(The A/F sensor 1 heater circuit is
shorted.)

A/F sensor 1 heater P0052
0052
(Bank 2)
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