vdc INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Repair Manual

BRC-50
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
Parking Brake Switch CircuitNFS000R2
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect parking brake switch
connector E110.
2. Check continuity between parking brake switch connector E110
and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Parking brake switch is malfunctioning. Replace parking
brake switch.
2. CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH HARNESS
1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connec-
tor E30.
2. Check continuity between parking brake switch connector E110
and ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector E30.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning components.
Warning Lamp and Indicator Lamp CircuitNFS000R3
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check items displayed by self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-24, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
2. CHECK COMBINATION METER
Check the indication and operation of combination meter are normal. Refer to DI-17, "
Self-Diagnosis Mode of
Combination Meter" .
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Combination meter is malfunctioning. Repair or replace combination meter. Refer to DI-5, "
COM-
BINATION METERS" .
Condition Continuity
When the parking brake pedal is operated Yes
When the parking brake pedal is not operated No
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ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Parking brake switch Continuity
361Yes
Ground No
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
BRC-51
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Excessive ABS Function Operation FrequencyNFS000R4
1. CHECK START
Check front and rear brake force distribution using a brake tester. Refer to BR-34, "
SERVICE DATA AND
SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check brake system.
2. CHECK FRONT AND REAR AXLE
Make sure that there is no excessive play in the front and rear axles. Refer to front: FAX-5, "
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ING INSPECTION" , Rear: RAX-5, "WHEEL BEARING INSPECTION" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning components.
3. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR
Check the following.

Wheel sensor installation for damage.

Sensor rotor installation for damage.

Wheel sensor connector connection.

Wheel sensor harness inspection.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >>

Replace wheel sensor or sensor rotor.

Repair harness.
4. CHECK ABS WARNING LAMP DISPLAY
Make sure that the ABS warning lamp is turned off after the ignition switch is turned ON or when driving.
OK or NG
OK >> Normal
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-24, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
Unexpected Pedal ReactionNFS000R5
1. CHECK BRAKE PEDAL STROKE
Check brake pedal stroke. Refer to BR-6, "
Inspection and Adjustment" .
Is the stroke too big?
YES >>
Bleed air from brake tube and hose. Refer to BR-10, "Bleeding Brake System" .

Check brake pedal, brake booster, and master cylinder for mount play, looseness, brake sys-
tem fluid leakage, etc. Refer to brake pedal: BR-7, "
COMPONENTS" , brake booster and mas-
ter cylinder: BR-18, "
COMPONENTS" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK FUNCTION
Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector to deactivate ABS. Check if braking force is
normal in this condition. Connect connector after inspection.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO procedure 3 “CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR”. Refer to BRC-51,
"Excessive ABS Function Operation Frequency" .
NG >> Check brake system.

BRC-52
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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The Braking Distance Is LongNFS000R6
CAUTION:
The stopping distance on slippery road surfaces might be longer with the ABS operating than when
the ABS is not operating.
1. CHECK FUNCTION
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector to deactivate
ABS. In this condition, check stopping distance. After inspection, connect connector.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO procedure 3 “CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR”. Refer to BRC-51,
"Excessive ABS Function Operation Frequency" .
NG >> Check brake system.
ABS Function Does Not OperateNFS000R7
CAUTION:
ABS does not operate when speed is 10 km/h (6 MPH) or lower.
1. CHECK ABS WARNING LAMP DISPLAY
Make sure that the ABS warning lamp turns OFF after ignition switch is turned on or when driving.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO procedure 3 “CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR”. Refer to BRC-51,
"Excessive ABS Function Operation Frequency" .
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-24, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound OccursNFS000R8
CAUTION:
Under the following conditions, ABS is activated and vibration is felt when brake pedal is lightly
depressed (just place a foot on it). However, this is normal.

When shifting gears

When driving on slippery road

During cornering at high speed

When passing over bumps or grooves [at approximately 50 mm (1.97 in) or more]

When pulling away just after starting engine [at approximately 10 km/h (6 MPH) or higher]
1. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if there is pedal vibration or operation sound when the engine is started.
Do symptoms occur?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform self -diagnosis. Refer to BRC-24, "
Self-Diagnosis" .
2. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check symptoms when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.
Do symptoms occur?
YES >> Check if there is a radio, antenna, antenna lead wire, or wiring close to the control unit. If there is,
move it farther away.
NO >> GO TO procedure 3 “CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR”. Refer to BRC-51,
"Excessive ABS Function Operation Frequency" .

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
BRC-53
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Vehicle Jerks During VDC/TCS/ABS ControlNFS000R9
1. SYMPTOM CHECK
Check if the vehicle jerks during VDC/TCS/ABS control.
OK or NG
OK >> Normal.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Perform self-diagnostic of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Are self-diagnosis results indicated?
YES >> Check corresponding items, make repairs, and perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) self-diagnosis.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK CONNECTOR

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector and check
terminal for deformation, disconnection, looseness, etc.

Securely connect connectors and perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis results indicated?
YES >> If poor contact, damage, open or short circuit of connector terminal is found, repair or replace.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK ECM AND TCM SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Perform ECM and TCM self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis results indicated?
YES >> Check the corresponding items.

ECM: Refer to EC-90, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" (VQ35DE), EC-792, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS"
(VK45DE).

TCM: Refer to AT- 4 4 , "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" .
NO >> Replace ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).

BRC-54
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
WHEEL SENSOR
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WHEEL SENSORPFP:47910
Removal and InstallationNFS000RA
COMPONENT
NOTE:
The above figure (front side) shows left side. Right side is the mirror image.
REMOVAL
Pay attention to the following when removing sensor.
CAUTION:

Do not twist sensor harness as much as possible, when removing it. Pull sensors out without pull-
ing on sensor harness.

Take care to avoid damaging sensor edges or rotor teeth. Remove wheel sensor first before
removing front or rear wheel hub. This is to avoid damage to sensor wiring and loss of sensor
function.
INSTALLATION
Pay attention to the following when installing wheel sensor. Tighten installation bolts to the specified torques.
Refer to BRC-54, "
COMPONENT" .
1. Front LH wheel sensor 2. Front LH wheel sensor connector 3. Clamp
4. Bracket 5. Rear RH wheel sensor connector 6. Rear LH wheel sensor connector
7. Rear LH wheel sensor 8. Rear RH wheel sensor
A. Front side B. Rear side : Front
Refer to GI section GI-11, "
Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
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WHEEL SENSOR
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When installing, make sure there is no foreign material such as iron chips on and in the mounting hole of
the wheel sensor. Make sure no foreign material has been caught in the sensor rotor. Remove any foreign
material and clean the mount.

When installing wheel sensor, be sure to press rubber grommets in until they lock at locations shown
above in the figure. When installed, harness must not be twisted.

BRC-56
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
SENSOR ROTOR
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
SENSOR ROTORPFP:47970
Removal and InstallationNFS000RB
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Do not reuse sensor rotor.
Front

Sensor rotor cannot be disassembled. Remove the sensor rotor together with hub bearing assembly.
Refer to FAX-5, "
REMOVAL" .
Rear

Follow the procedure below to remove rear sensor rotor.
–Remove side flange. Refer to RFD-14, "SIDE OIL SEAL" .
–Using a bearing replacer (suitable tool) and puller (suitable tool), remove sensor rotor from side flange.
INSTALLATION
Front

Sensor rotor cannot be disassembled. Remove the sensor rotor together with hub bearing assembly.
Refer to FAX-7, "
INSTALLATION" .
Rear

Follow the procedure below to install rear sensor rotor.
–Using a drift (SST), press rear sensor rotor onto side flange.
–Install side flange. Refer to RFD-14, "SIDE OIL SEAL" .
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ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (ASSEMBLY)
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Removal and InstallationNFS000RC
COMPONENT
CAUTION:
Be careful of the following.

Before servicing, disconnect the battery cable from negative terminal.

To remove brake tube, use a flare nut wrench to prevent flare nuts and brake tube from being dam-
aged. To install, use flare nut torque wrench.

Do not apply excessive impact to ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), such as dropping it.

Do not remove and install actuator by holding harness.

After work is completed, bleed air from brake tube. Refer to BR-10, "Bleeding Brake System" .

After installing harness connector in the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), make sure
connector is securely locked.
REMOVAL
1. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to EI-18, "REMOVAL" .
2. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector.
3. Loosen brake tube flare nuts, then remove brake tubes from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
4. Remove tire.
5. Remove fender protector (rear): (front LH side). Refer to EI-20, "
REMOVAL" .
6. Remove ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) bracket mounting nut.
1. ABS actuator and electric unit (con-
trol unit)2. Connector 3. To front RH brake caliper
4. To rear LH brake caliper 5. To rear RH brake caliper 6. To front LH brake caliper
7. From master cylinder primary side 8. From master cylinder secondary side 9. Bushing
10. Bracket A. Left side of dash panel
Refer to GI section GI-11, "
Components" for symbol marks in the figure.
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BRC-58
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (ASSEMBLY)
Revision: 2007 April2007 M35/M45
7. Remove ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
When replacing ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), make sure to adjust neutral position of
steering angle sensor. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position"

G-SENSOR
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G-SENSORPFP:47930
Removal and InstallationNFS000RD
CAUTION:

Do not drop or strike yaw rate/side G sensor, because it has little endurance to impact.

Do not use power tool etc., because yaw rate/side G sensor is sensitive for the impact.
REMOVAL
1. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10, "Component Parts
Drawing" .
2. Disconnect yaw rate/side G sensor harness connector.
3. Remove mounting bolts. Remove yaw rate/side G sensor (1).
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
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Yaw rate/side G sensor mounting bolt
: 6.5 N·m (0.66 kg·m, 58 in-lb)