air condition INFINITI QX4 2005 Factory Service Manual

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Work FlowEIS00508
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to SE-9, "
Diagnostic Worksheet" . This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.

The customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to
obtain all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).

If there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer
is concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.

After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.

Squeak —(Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces = higher pitch noise/softer surfaces = lower pitch noises/edge to surface = chirping.

Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch
dependent on materials/often brought on by activity.

Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.

Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.

Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.

Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.

Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.

Often the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may
judge as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.

Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
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DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fasteners can be bro-
ken or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to SE-7, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN
Parts Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15×25
mm (0.59×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)

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80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS00509
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lense loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

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Work Flow EIS004XM
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the system description. Refer to SE-12, "
System Description" .
3. Perform the preliminary check. Refer to SE-35, "
Preliminary Check" .
4. Check the self-diagnosis, results using CONSULT-II. Refer to SE-38, "
CONSULT-II Function (AUTO
DRIVE POS.)" .
5. Repair or replace depending on the self-diagnostic results.
6. Based on the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction. Refer to SE-42,
"Symptom Chart" .
7. Does the automatic drive positioner system operate normally?
If it is normal, GO TO 8.
If it is not normal, GO TO 3.
8. Inspection End.
30 YMirror motor RH DOWN signalMirror motor RH is operated DOWN 1.5 - Battery voltage
Other than above 0
Mirror motor RH RIGHT signalMirror motor RH is operated RIGHT 1.5 - Battery voltage
Other than above 0
31 R Mirror motor LH UP signalMirror motor LH is operated UP 1.5 - Battery voltage
Other than above 0
32 BR Mirror motor LH LEFT signalMirror motor LH is operated LEFT 1.5 - Battery voltage
Other than above 0
33 W/L Sensor power supply — 5
34 Y/R Battery power supply — Battery voltage
35 R Tilt motor UP signalADP steering switch in UP position Battery voltage
Other than above 0
37 GPedal adjust motor FORWARD
signalPedal adjust motor FORWARD
operation (Motor operated)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
39 L/B Battery power supply — Battery voltage
40 B/W Ground — 0
41 W/G Sensor ground — 0
42 V Tilt motor DOWN signalADP steering switch in DOWN posi-
tionBattery voltage
Other than above 0
45 RPedal adjust motor BACK-
WARD signalPedal adjust motor BACKWARD
operation (Motor operated)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
48 B Ground — 0 TERMINAL WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITIONVOLTAGE (V)
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2. CHECK BCM POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect BCM.
2. Check voltage between BCM connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
3. CHECK BCM GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check continuity between BCM connector M20 terminal 67 (B) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> BCM circuit is OK. Check the driver seat control unit.
GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
4. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT FUSES AND FUSIBLE LINK
Make sure any of the following fuses in the driver seat control unit and automatic drive positioner control unit
are not blown.
NOTE:
Refer to SE-11, "
Component Parts And Harness Connector Location" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-
63, "ELECTRICAL UNITS LOCATION" .
ConnectorTerminals
(Wire color)Power
sourceConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
M20 70 (W/B) GroundBattery
power
supplyIgnition
switch
OFFBattery voltage
M1838 (W/L) GroundIgnition
power
supplyIgnition
switch
ON or
STARTBattery voltage
11 (O) GroundACC or
ON
power
supplyIgnition
switch
ACC or
ONBattery voltage
LIIA0995E
67 (B) - Ground : Continuity should exist.
LIIA0915E
Unit Power source Fuse No.
Driver seat control unitSTART power supply 2 (10A)
Battery power supply 22 (15A)
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5. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect driver seat control unit.
2. Check voltage between driver seat control unit connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
6. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check continuity between the driver seat control unit connector P2 terminal 32, P3 terminal 48 and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Driver seat control unit circuit check is OK, GO TO 7.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
7. CHECK AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect automatic drive positioner control unit.
2. Check voltage between automatic drive positioner control unit connector M34 terminals 34, 39 and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
ConnectorTe r m i n a l s
(Wire color)Power
sourceConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
P333 (L/B) GroundBattery
power
supplyIgnition
switch
OFFBattery
voltage
40 (Y/R) GroundBattery
power
supplyIgnition
switch
OFFBattery
voltage
P2 6 (O) GroundSTART
power
supplyIgnition
switch
STARTBattery
voltage
PIIA4819E
32 (B) - Ground : Continuity should exist.
48 (B) - Ground : Continuity should exist.
PIIA4542E
ConnectorTe r m i n a l s
(Wire color)Power
sourceConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
M3434 (Y/R) GroundBattery
power
supplyIgnition
switch
OFFBattery
voltage
39 (L/B) GroundBattery
power
supplyIgnition
switch
OFFBattery
voltage
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4. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect the driver seat control unit and sliding motor LH.
2. Check voltage between driver seat control unit connector and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace sliding motor.
NG >> Replace driver seat control unit.
Reclining Motor LH Circuit InspectionEIS004XS
1. CHECK SEAT RECLINING MECHANISM
Check the following.

Operation malfunction caused by an interference with the center pillar or center console

Operation malfunction and interference with other parts by poor installation
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part and check again.
2. CHECK FUNCTION
With CONSULT-II
Check operation with “SEAT RECLINING” in ACTIVE TEST.
Without CONSULT-II
GO TO 3.
OK or NG
OK >> Reclining motor LH circuit is OK.
NG >> GO TO 3.
ConnectorTerminals
(Wire color)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
P335 (V/W)
GroundSliding switch ON
(FORWARD operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
42 (O/B)Sliding switch ON
(BACKWARD operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
PIIA4801E
Test item Description
SEAT
RECLININGThe reclining motor LH is activated by receiving the drive signal.
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3. CHECK RECLINING MOTOR CIRCUIT HARNESS CONTINUITY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect driver seat control unit and reclining motor LH.
3. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector P3 terminals 36, 44 and reclining motor LH
connector P5 terminals 3, 4.
4. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector P3
terminals 36, 44 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
4. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect the driver seat control unit and reclining motor LH.
2. Check voltage between driver seat control unit connector and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace reclining motor LH.
NG >> Replace driver seat control unit.
Lifting Motor (Front) Circuit InspectionEIS004XT
1. CHECK FRONT END SEAT LIFTING MECHANISM
Check the following.

Operation malfunction caused by lifter mechanism deformation, pinched harness or other foreign materi-
als

Operation malfunction caused by foreign materials adhered to the lifting motor (front) or lead screws

Operation malfunction and interference with other parts by installation
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part and check again.36 (Y/G) - 4 (Y/G) : Continuity should exist.
44 (Y/R) - 3 (Y/R) : Continuity should exist.
36 (Y/G) - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
44 (Y/R) - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
LIIA0697E
ConnectorTerminals
(Wire color)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
P336 (Y/G)
GroundReclining switch ON
(FORWARD operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
44 (Y/R)Reclining switch ON
(BACKWARD operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
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2. CHECK FUNCTION
With CONSULT-II
Check operation with “SEAT LIFTER FR” in ACTIVE TEST.
Without CONSULT-II
GO TO 3.
OK or NG
OK >> Lifting motor (front) circuit is OK.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK LIFTING MOTOR (FRONT) CIRCUIT HARNESS CONTINUITY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect driver seat control unit and lifting motor (front).
3. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector P3 terminals 37, 45 and lifting motor (front)
connector P6 terminals 4, 6.
4. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector P3
terminals 37, 45 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
4. CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect the driver seat control unit and lifting motor (front).
2. Check voltage between driver seat control unit connector and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace lifting motor (front).
NG >> Replace driver seat control unit.
Test item Description
SEAT
LIFTER FRThe lifting motor (front) is activated by receiving the drive signal.
PIIA0271E
37 (BR) - 6 (BR) : Continuity should exist.
45 (GR) - 4 (GR) : Continuity should exist.
37 (BR) - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
45 (GR) - Ground : Continuity should not exist.
LIIA0698E
ConnectorTe r m i n a l s
(Wire color)
ConditionVoltage (V)
(Approx.)
(+) (–)
P337 (BR)
GroundLifting switch (front) ON
(DOWN operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
45 (GR)Llifting switch (front) ON
(UP operation)Battery voltage
Other than above 0
PIIA4805E