INFINITI QX56 2008 Factory Service Manual

TM-114
< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
TCM
Fail-Safe
INFOID:0000000001604175
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode make s it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit.
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode make s it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit. In fa il-safe mode the transmission is fixed in 2nd, 4th or 5th
(depending on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”.
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TCM
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Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under s pecial conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the tire rotation), the transmission can go into fail-safe
mode. If this happens, switch “OFF” the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it “ON” again to return to
the normal shift pattern. Therefore, the customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the
“diagnostics flow” (Refer to TM-5, "
Work Flow").
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, th is function controls the A/T to mark driving possible.
Output Speed Sensor
• Signals are input from two systems - from output s peed sensor installed on the transmission and from com-
bination meter so normal driving is possible even if t here is a malfunction in one of the systems. And if output
speed sensor has unusual cases, 5GR is prohibited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
• If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow sys-
tems, the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor
• If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow sys-
tems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based on
input indicating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre-determined accelerator opening) in order to
make driving possible.
Transmission Range Switch
• In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters t he TCM, the position indicator is switched “OFF”, the
starter relay is switched “OFF” (starter starting is disabled), the back-up lamp relay switched “OFF” (back-up
lamp is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” range to make driving possible.
Starter Relay
• The starter relay is switched “OFF”. (Starter starting is disabled.)
Interlock
• If there is an interlock judgment malfunction, the tr ansmission is fixed in 2GR to make driving possible.
NOTE:
When the vehicle is driven fixed in 2GR, a inpu t speed sensor malfunction is displayed, but this is
not a input speed sensor malfunction.
• When the interlock is detected at the 3GR or more, it is locked at the 2GR.
1st Engine Braking
• When there is an 1st engine brake judgment malfunction, the low coast brake solenoid is switched “OFF” to
avoid the engine brake operation.
Line Pressure Solenoid
• The solenoid is switched “OFF” and the line pressure is set to the maximum hydraulic pressure to make driv- ing possible.
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid
• The solenoid is switched “OFF” to release the lock-up.
Low Coast Brake Solenoid
• When a (electrical or functional) malfunction occurs, in order to make driving possible, the engine brake is
not applied in 1GR and 2GR.
Input Clutch Solenoid
• If a (electrical or functional) malfunction occurs with the solenoid either “ON” or “OFF”, the transmission is
held in 4th gear to make driving possible.
Direct Clutch Solenoid
• If a (electrical or functional) malfunction occurs with the solenoid either “ON” or “OFF”, the transmission is
held in 4GR to make driving possible.
Front Brake Solenoid
• If a (electrical or functional) malfunction occurs with the solenoid “ON”, in order to make driving possible, the
A/T is held in 5GR; if the solenoid is OFF, 4GR.
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TM-116
< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
TCM
High and Low Reverse Clutch Solenoid
• If a (electrical or functional) malfunction occurs with the solenoid either “ON” or “OFF”, the transmission is
held in 4GR to make driving possible.
Input Speed Sensor 1 or 2
• The control is the same as if there were no turbine revolution sensors, 5GR is prohibited.
DTC Inspection Priority ChartINFOID:0000000001604176
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If DTC U1000 is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1000. Refer to
TM-38, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
DTC No. IndexINFOID:0000000001604177
NOTE:
If DTC U1000 is displayed with other DTC, first pe rform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1000. Refer to
TM-38, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT
2 Except above
DTC
Items
(CONSULT- III screen terms) Reference page
OBD- II
Except OBD- II
CONSULT- III GST (*1) CONSULT- III only
“TRANSMISSION”
— P0615STARTER RELAY TM-39
P0700P0700TRANSMISSION CONT TM-42
P0705P0705T/M RANGE SWITCH A TM-43
P0710P1710TRANS FLUID TEMP SEN TM-71
P0717P0717INPUT SPEED SENSOR A TM-46
P0720P0720OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR TM-49
—P0725ENGINE SPEED TM-51
P0731P07311GR INCORRECT RATIO TM-54
P0732P07322GR INCORRECT RATIO TM-56
P0733P07333GR INCORRECT RATIO TM-58
P0734P07344GR INCORRECT RATIO TM-60
P0735P07355GR INCORRECT RATO TM-62
P0740P0740TORQUE CONVERTER TM-63
P0744 P0744 TORQUE CONVERTER TM-66
P0745P0745PC SOLENOID A TM-67
—P1705TP SENSOR TM-69
—P1721VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL TM-74
P1730P1730INTERLOCK TM-76
—P17311GR E/BRAKING TM-78
P1752P1752INPUT CLUTCH SOL TM-80
P1757P1757FR BRAKE SOLENOID TM-82
P1762P1762DRCT CLUTCH SOL TM-84
P1767P1767HLR CLUTCH SOLENOID TM-86
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TCM
TM-117
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*1: These numbers are prescribed by SAE J2012.
*2: These malfunctions cannot be displayed MIL if another malfunction is assigned to MIL.
DTC Alphabetical IndexINFOID:0000000001604178
NOTE:
If DTC U1000 is displayed with other DTC, first pe rform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1000. Refer to
TM-38, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
*1: These numbers are prescribed by SAE J2012.
*2: These malfunctions cannot be displayed MIL if another malfunction is assigned to MIL. P1772
P1772L C BRAKE SOLENOID TM-88
P1774 (2*) P1774 LC BRAKE SOLENOID TM-90
U1000U1000CAN COMM CIRCUIT TM-38
DTC
Items
(CONSULT- III screen terms) Reference page
OBD- II
Except OBD- II
CONSULT- III GST (*1) CONSULT- III only
“TRANSMISSION”
Items
(CONSULT- III screen terms) DTC
Reference page
OBD- II
Except OBD- II
CONSULT- III GST (*1) CONSULT- III only
“TRANSMISSION”
1GR E/BRAKING —P1731TM-78
1GR INCORRECT RATIO P0731P0731TM-54
2GR INCORRECT RATIO P0732P0732TM-56
3GR INCORRECT RATIO P0733P0733TM-58
4GR INCORRECT RATIO P0734P0734TM-60
5GR INCORRECT RATIO P0735P0735TM-62
INTERLOCK P1730P1730TM-76
TORQUE CONVERTER P0744 P0744 TM-66
TRANS FLUID TEMP SEN P0710P1710TM-71
CAN COMM CIRCUIT U1000U1000TM-38
DRCT CLUTCH SOL P1762P1762 TM-84
ENGINE SPEED —P0725TM-51
FR BRAKE SOLENOID P1757P1757TM-82
HLR CLUTCH SOLENOID P1767P1767TM-86
INPUT CLUTCH SOL P1752P1752TM-80
PC SOLENOID A P0745P0745TM-67
L C BRAKE SOLENOID P1772P1772TM-88
L C BRAKE SOLENOID P1774 P1774 TM-90
T/M RANGE SWITCH A P0705P0705TM-43
STARTER RELAY —P0615TM-39
TORQUE CONVERTER P0740P0740TM-63
TRANSMISSION CONT P0700P0700TM-42
TP SENSOR —P1705TM-69
INPUT SPEED SENSOR A P0717P0717TM-46
VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL —P1721TM-74
OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR P0720P0720TM-49
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TM-118
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SYSTEM SYMPTOM
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
SYSTEM SYMPTOM
A/T Check Indicator Lamp Does Not Come OnINFOID:0000000001604179
SYMPTOM:
AT CHECK indicator lamp does not come on for about 2 seconds when turning ignition switch to
“ON”.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Is a malfunction in the CAN communication indicated in the results?
YES >> Check CAN communication line. Refer to TM-21, "CAN Communication".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK A/T CHECK INDICATOR LAMP CIRCUIT
Check the combination meter. Refer to MWI-19, "
WARNING LAMPS/INDICATOR LAMPS : System Descrip-
tion".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
3.CHECK TCM POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Check TCM power supply and ground circuit. Refer to TM-92, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" or "N" PositionINFOID:0000000001604180
SYMPTOM:
•Engine cannot be started with select or lever in “P” or “N” position.
• Engine can be started with selector lever in “D”or “R” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Do the self-diagnosis results indicate transmission range switch?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to TM-43, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.
• Refer to TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to TM-194, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position".
3.CHECK STARTING SYSTEM
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SYSTEM SYMPTOMTM-119
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Check the starting system. Refer to STR-5, "Work Flow".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
In "P" Position, Vehicle Moves When PushedINFOID:0000000001604181
SYMPTOM:
Even though the selector lever is set in the “P” position, the parking mechanism is not actuated,
allowing the vehicle to be moved when it is pushed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Do the self-diagnosis results i ndicate transmission range switch?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to TM-43, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.
• Refer to TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to TM-194, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position".
3.CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to TM-199, "
Oil Pan".
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T
Fluid (ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.
4.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
• Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to TM-151,
"Symptom Table" (Symptom No. 58).
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
In "N" Position, Vehicle MovesINFOID:0000000001604182
SYMPTOM:
Vehicle moves forward or backwar d when selecting “N” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
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TM-120
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SYSTEM SYMPTOM
1.CHECK TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Functi on (TRANSMISSION)".
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate transmission range switch?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to TM-43, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.
• Refer to TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to TM-194, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position".
3.CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T Fluid
(ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refill ATF.
4.CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to TM-199, "
Oil Pan".
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T
Fluid (ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to TM-151,
"Symptom Table" (Symptom No. 60).
5.CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to TM-5, "
Work Flow".
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6.PERFORM TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signals inspection. Refer to TM-103, "
Reference Value".
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
LCIA0345E
SAT638A
SCIA5199E
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SYSTEM SYMPTOMTM-121
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OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Large Shock("N" to "D" Position)INFOID:0000000001604183
SYMPTOM:
A noticeable shock occurs when the selector lever is shifted from the “N” to “D” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate A/T fluid temperature sensor, engine speed signal, accelerator pedal
position sensor, front brake solenoid valve, CAN communication line?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to TM-71, "Diagnosis Procedure", TM-51, "Diagnosis
Procedure", TM-69, "Diagnosis Procedure", TM-82, "Diagnosis Procedure", TM-38, "Diagnosis
Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.ENGINE IDLE SPEED
Check the engine idle speed. Refer to EC-17, "
Idle Speed and Ignition Timing Check".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair.
3.CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.
• Refer to TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to TM-194, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position".
4.CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check the A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T Fluid
(ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Refill ATF.
5.CHECK LINE PRESSURE
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TM-122
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SYSTEM SYMPTOM
Check line pressure at idle with selector lever in “D” position. Refer
to TM-187, "
Inspection and Judgment".
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 ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to TM-201, "
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2".
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to TM-232, "
Disassembly".
3. Check the following items:
- Oil pump assembly. Refer to TM-250, "
Oil Pump".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
7.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to TM-201, "
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2".
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to TM-232, "
Disassembly".
3. Check the following items:
- Oil pump assembly. Refer to TM-250, "
Oil Pump".
- Power train system. Refer to TM-232, "
Disassembly".
- Transmission case. Refer to TM-232, "
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 TM-199, "
Oil Pan".
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T
Fluid (ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> GO TO 9.
9.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
• Check the malfunction items. If any items are dam aged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to TM-151,
"Symptom Table" (Symptom No.1).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
10.CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to TM-5, "
Work Flow".
OK or NG
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SYSTEM SYMPTOMTM-123
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OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 11.
11 .PERFORM TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signals inspection. Refer to TM-103, "
Reference Value".
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.
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in "R" PositionINFOID:0000000001604184
SYMPTOM:
The vehicle does not creep in the “R” position. Or an extreme lack of acceleration is observed.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1.CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to TM-32, "
CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate accelerator pedal position sensor, high and low reverse clutch solenoid
valve, CAN communication line, transmission range switch?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to TM-69, "Diagnosis Procedure", TM-86, "Diagnosis
Procedure", TM-43, "Diagnosis Procedure", TM-38, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.
• Refer to TM-194, "
Checking of A/T Position".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to TM-194, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position".
3.CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to TM-178, "
Checking the A/T Fluid
(ATF)".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refill ATF.
4.CHECK STALL TEST
Check stall revolution with selector lever in “1” and “R” positions.
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SAT638A
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