low oil pressure INFINITI QX4 2001 Factory Owner's Manual

System ChartNBEC0013
Input (Sensor) ECM Function Output (Actuator)
ICamshaft position sensor (PHASE)
ICrankshaft position sensor (REF)
IMass air flow sensor
IEngine coolant temperature sensor
IHeated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
IIgnition switch
IThrottle position sensor
IClosed throttle position switch*3
IPark/neutral position (PNP) switch
IAir conditioner switch
IKnock sensor
IIntake air temperature sensor
IAbsolute pressure sensor
IEVAP control system pressure sensor*1
IBattery voltage
IPower steering oil pressure switch
IVehicle speed sensor
IFuel tank temperature sensor*1
ICrankshaft position sensor (POS)
IHeated oxygen sensor 2 (rear)*2
ITCM (Transmission control module)
IRefrigerant pressure sensor
IElectrical load
IFuel level sensor*1Fuel injection & mixture ratio control Injectors
Electronic ignition system Power transistor
Idle air control system IACV-AAC valve
Fuel pump control Fuel pump relay
On board diagnostic system MIL (On the instrument panel)
Swirl control valve controlSwirl control valve control solenoid
valve
Power valve control VIAS control solenoid valve
Heated oxygen sensor 1 heater (front) con-
trolHeated oxygen sensor 1 heater
(front)
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (rear) controlHeated oxygen sensor 2 heater
(rear)
EVAP canister purge flow controlEVAP canister purge volume con-
trol solenoid valve
Air conditioning cut control Air conditioner relay
ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS for EVAP systemIEVAP canister vent control valve
IVacuum cut valve bypass valve
*1: These sensors are not used to control the engine system. They are used only for the on board diagnosis.
*2: This sensor is not used to control the engine system under normal conditions.
*3: This switch will operate in place of the throttle position sensor to control EVAP parts if the sensor malfunctions.GI
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ENGINE AND EMISSION CONTROL OVERALL SYSTEM
System Chart
EC-27

Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System
DESCRIPTIONNBEC0014Input/Output Signal ChartNBEC0014S01
Sensor Input Signal to ECMECM func-
tionActuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed (POS signal)
Fuel injec-
tion & mix-
ture ratio
controlInjectors Crankshaft position sensor (REF) Engine speed (REF signal)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) Piston position
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front) Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
Throttle position sensorThrottle position
Throttle valve idle position
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch Gear position
Vehicle speed sensor Vehicle speed
Ignition switch Start signal
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner operation
Knock sensor Engine knocking condition
Battery Battery voltage
Absolute pressure sensor Ambient air barometric pressure
Power steering oil pressure switch Power steering operation
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (rear)* Density of oxygen in exhaust gas
*: Under normal conditions, this sensor is not for engine control operation.
Basic Multiport Fuel Injection SystemNBEC0014S02The amount of fuel injected from the fuel injector is determined by the ECM. The ECM controls the length of
time the valve remains open (injection pulse duration). The amount of fuel injected is a program value in the
ECM memory. The program value is preset by engine operating conditions. These conditions are determined
by input signals (for engine speed and intake air) from both the crankshaft position sensor and the mass air
flow sensor.
Various Fuel Injection Increase/Decrease CompensationNBEC0014S03In addition, the amount of fuel injected is compensated to improve engine performance under various oper-
ating conditions as listed below.

IDuring warm-up
IWhen starting the engine
IDuring acceleration
IHot-engine operation
IWhen selector lever is changed from ªNº to ªDº
IHigh-load, high-speed operation

IDuring deceleration
IDuring high engine speed operation
ENGINE AND EMISSION BASIC CONTROL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System
EC-28

System DescriptionNBEC0015S02
SEF742M
The ignition timing is controlled by the ECM to maintain the best air-fuel ratio for every running condition of
the engine. The ignition timing data is stored in the ECM. This data forms the map shown.
The ECM receives information such as the injection pulse width and camshaft position sensor signal. Com-
puting this information, ignition signals are transmitted to the power transistor.
e.g., N: 1,800 rpm, Tp: 1.50 msec
A ÉBTDC
During the following conditions, the ignition timing is revised by the ECM according to the other data stored
in the ECM.
IAt starting
IDuring warm-up
IAt idle
IAt low battery voltage
IDuring acceleration
The knock sensor retard system is designed only for emergencies. The basic ignition timing is programmed
within the anti-knocking zone, if recommended fuel is used under dry conditions. The retard system does not
operate under normal driving conditions. If engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor monitors the condition.
The signal is transmitted to the ECM. The ECM retards the ignition timing to eliminate the knocking condition.
Air Conditioning Cut Control
DESCRIPTIONNBEC0016Input/Output Signal ChartNBEC0016S01
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function Actuator
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner ªONº signal
Air conditioner
cut controlAir conditioner relay Throttle position sensor Throttle valve opening angle
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed (POS signal)
Crankshaft position sensor (REF) Engine speed (REF signal)
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Ignition switch Start signal
Vehicle speed sensor Vehicle speed
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
Power steering oil pressure switch Power steering operation
System DescriptionNBEC0016S02This system improves engine operation when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned off.
IWhen the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
IWhen cranking the engine.
IAt high engine speeds.
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ENGINE AND EMISSION BASIC CONTROL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Electronic Ignition (EI) System (Cont'd)
EC-31

IAir intake system
(Oil filler cap, oil level gauge, etc.)
IFuel pressure
IEngine compression
IThrottle valve
IEvaporative emission system
2) On air conditioner equipped models, checks should be carried out while the air conditioner is ªOFFº.
3) On automatic transmission equipped models, when checking idle rpm, ignition timing and mixture ratio,
checks should be carried out while shift lever is in ªNº position.
4) When measuring ªCOº percentage, insert probe more than 40 cm (15.7 in) into tail pipe.
5) Turn off headlamps, heater blower, rear defogger.
6) Keep front wheels pointed straight ahead.
7) Make the check after the cooling fan has stopped.
BASIC SERVICE PROCEDURE
Idle Speed/Ignition Timing/Idle Mixture Ratio Adjustment (Cont'd)
EC-44

ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS/CONTROL
SYSTEMS APPLICATION
NBEC0034S02
ItemDIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE
WORK
SUP-
PORTSELF-DIAGNOSTIC
RESULTS
D ATA
MONI-
TORD ATA
MONI-
TOR
(SPEC)ACTIVE
TESTDTC & SRT
CONFIRMATION
DTC*1FREEZE
FRAME
DATA*2SRT
STATUSDTC
WORK
SUP-
PORT
ENGINE CONTROL COMPONENT PARTS
INPUT
Crankshaft position sensor
(POS)XXXX
Crankshaft position sensor (REF) X X X
Mass air flow sensor X X X
Engine coolant temperature sen-
sorXXXXX
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front) X X X X X
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (rear) X X X X X
Vehicle speed sensorXXXX
Throttle position sensor X X X
Fuel tank temperature sensor X X X X
EVAP control system pressure
sensorXXX
Absolute pressure sensor X X X
Intake air temperature sensor X X X
Knock sensor X
Ignition switch (start signal) X X
Closed throttle position switch X X X
Closed throttle position switch
(throttle position sensor signal)XX
Air conditioner switch X X
Park/neutral position (PNP)
switchXXX
Power steering oil pressure
switchXX
Battery voltage X X
Ambient air temperature switch X X
Load signal X X
Swirl control valve control
vacuum check switchXXX
Fuel level sensor X X X
Intake valve timing control posi-
tion sensorXXX
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
EC-82

Symptom Matrix ChartNBEC0041SYSTEM Ð BASIC ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMNBEC0041S01
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel pump circuit11232 2 2 3 2EC-625
Fuel pressure regulator system3344444 4 4 4EC-40
Injector circuit11232 2 2 2EC-616
Evaporative emission system
3344444 4 4 4EC-32
Air Positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem1 EC-38
Incorrect idle speed adjustment 1 1 1 1 1 EC-101
IACV-AAC valve circuit1123322 2 2 2 2EC-422
Ignition Incorrect ignition timing adjustment33111 1 1 1EC-101
Ignition circuit 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 EC-499
Main power supply and ground circuit
22333 3 32
3EC-142
Air conditioner circuit 3 3 2 HA section
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Symptom Matrix Chart
EC-118

SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Engine
controlCrankshaft position sensor (REF)
circuit
22EC-510
Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
circuitEC-334, 517
Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE) circuit3EC-342
Mass air flow sensor circuit 1
122
222 2EC-150
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
circuit
3EC-192
Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor circuit1 3 3 EC-169, 187
Throttle position sensor circuit 2 2 EC-174
Incorrect throttle position sensor
adjustment3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 EC-101
Vehicle speed sensor circuit 2 3 3
3EC-417
Knock sensor circuit 2 EC-328
ECM 2233333 3 33EC-444, 117
Start signal circuit 2 EC-621
Park/Neutral position switch circuit 3 3
333 EC-604
Power steering oil pressure switch
circuit2 EC-634
Electrical load signal circuitEC-644
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Symptom Matrix Chart (Cont'd)
EC-119

TERMI-
NAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
42 B/Y Start signal[Ignition switch ªONº]Approximately 0V
[Ignition switch ªSTARTº]9 - 12V
43 R Ignition switch[Ignition switch ªOFFº]0V
[Ignition switch ªONº]BATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
44 L PNP switch[Ignition switch ªONº]
IGear position is ªPº or ªNº.Approximately 0V
[Ignition switch ªONº]
IExcept the above gear positionBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
45 B/RAir conditioner switch
signal[Engine is running]
IBoth A/C switch and blower switch are ªONº.Approximately 0V
[Engine is running]
IA/C switch is ªOFFº.Approximately 5V
47 R/BPower steering oil
pressure switch[Engine is running]
ISteering wheel is being turned.0 - 1.0V
[Engine is running]
ISteering wheel is not being turned.Approximately 5V
48 B ECM ground[Engine is running]
IIdle speedEngine ground
51 BR A/C cut signal[Engine is running]
IAir conditioner is operating.0 - 0.5V
52 PU Electrical load signal[Engine is running]
IRear window defogger: ON
IHi-beam headlamp: ONBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]
IElectrical load: OFF0V
55 W/BSwirl control valve con-
trol vacuum check
switch[Engine is running]
IIdle speed
IEngine coolant temperature is between 15 to
50ÉC (59 to 122ÉF).Approximately 5V
[Engine is running]
IIdle speed
IEngine coolant temperature is above 55ÉC
(131ÉF).0 - 1.0V
56 OR/LThrottle position switch
(Closed position)[Engine is running]
IAccelerator pedal fully releasedBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]
IAccelerator pedal depressedApproximately 0V
57 B ECM ground[Engine is running]
IIdle speedEngine ground
58 B/P Sensors' ground[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IIdle speedApproximately 0V
59 BFuel level sensor
ground[Engine is running]
IIdle speedApproximately 0V
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð GENERAL DESCRIPTION
ECM Terminals and Reference Value (Cont'd)
EC-131

DescriptionNBEC0249SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONNBEC0249S01
Sensor Input Signal to ECMECM func-
tionActuator
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) Engine speed (POS signal)
Idle air
controlIACV-AAC valve Crankshaft position sensor (REF) Engine speed (REF signal)
Mass air flow sensor Amount of intake air
Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Ignition switch Start signal
Throttle position sensor Throttle position
Park/neutral position (PNP) switch Park/neutral position
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner operation
Power steering oil pressure switch Power steering load signal
Battery Battery voltage
Vehicle speed sensor Vehicle speed
Ambient air temperature switch Ambient air temperature
Intake air temperature sensor Intake air temperature
Absolute pressure sensor Ambient barometic pressure
This system automatically controls engine idle speed to a specified
level. Idle speed is controlled through fine adjustment of the
amount of air which by-passes the throttle valve via IACV-AAC
valve. The IACV-AAC valve changes the opening of the air by-pass
passage to control the amount of auxiliary air. This valve is actu-
ated by a step motor built into the valve, which moves the valve in
the axial direction in steps corresponding to the ECM output sig-
nals. One step of IACV-AAC valve movement causes the respec-
tive opening of the air by-pass passage. (i.e. when the step
advances, the opening is enlarged.) The opening of the valve is
varied to allow for optimum control of the engine idling speed. The
crankshaft position sensor (POS) detects the actual engine speed
and sends a signal to the ECM. The ECM then controls the step
position of the IACV-AAC valve so that engine speed coincides with
the target value memorized in ECM. The target engine speed is the
lowest speed at which the engine can operate steadily. The opti-
mum value stored in the ECM is determined by takig into consid-
eration various engine conditions, such as during warm up,
deceleration, and engine load (air conditioner, power steering and
cooling fan operation).
SEF765P
COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONNBEC0249S02IACV-AAC ValveNBEC0249S0201The IACV-AAC valve is operated by a step motor for centralized
control of auxiliary air supply. This motor has four winding phases
and is actuated by the output signals of ECM which turns ON and
OFF two windings each in seqeunce. Each time the IACV-AAC
valve opens or closes to change tha auxiliary air quantity, the ECM
sends a pulse signal to the step motor. When no change in the
auxiliary air quantity is needed, the ECM does not issue the pulse
signal. A certain voltage signal is issued so that the valve remains
at that particular opening.
DTC P0505 IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE (IACV) Ð AUXILIARY AIR CONTROL
(AAC) VALVE
Description
EC-422

SEF354Z
Component DescriptionNBEC0697Intake valve timing control solenoid valve is activated by ON/OFF
pulse duty (ratio) signals from the ECM.
The intake valve timing control solenoid valve changes the oil
amount and direction of flow through intake valve timing control unit
or stops oil flow.
The longer pulse width advances valve angle.
The shorter pulse width retards valve angle.
When ON and OFF pulse widths become equal, the solenoid valve
stops oil pressure flow to fix the intake valve angle at the control
position.
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode
NBEC0698Specification data are reference values.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
INT/V SOL (B1)
INT/V SOL (B2)IEngine: After warming up
IShift lever ªNº
IQuickly depressed accelerator
pedal
INo-loadIdle 0%
2,000 rpm Approximately 40%
ECM Terminals and Reference ValueNBEC0699Specification data are reference values, and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than the ECM terminals, such as the ground.
TERMI-
NAL
NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
13 OR/BIntake valve timing
control solenoid valves
(RH)[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IIdle speedBattery voltage
[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IEngine speed is 2,000 rpm.7-8V
SEF350Z
15 P/LIntake valve timing
control solenoid valves
(LH)[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IIdle speedBattery voltage
[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IEngine speed is 2,000 rpm.7-8V
SEF350Z
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D T C P 1111(RIGHT, -B1), P1136 (LEFT, -B2) INTAKE VALVE TIMING CONTROL
SOLENOID VALVE (CIRCUIT)
Component Description
EC-451