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QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
AGENERAL INFORMATIONGIGeneral Information
BENGINEEMEngine Mechanical
LUEngine Lubrication System
COEngine Cooling System
ECEngine Control System
FLFuel System
EXExhaust System
STRStarting System
ACCAccelerator Control System
CHYBRIDHBCHybrid Control System
HBBHybrid Battery System
HBRHybrid Brake System
DTRANSMISSION & DRIVE-
LINETMTransaxle & Transmission
DLNDriveline
FAXFront Axle
RAXRear Axle
ESUSPENSIONFSUFront Suspension
RSURear Suspension
SCSSuspension Control System
WTRoad Wheels & Tires
FBRAKESBRBrake System
PBParking Brake System
BRCBrake Control System
GSTEERINGSTSteering System
STCSteering Control System
HRESTRAINTSSBSeat Belt
SBCSeat Belt Control System
SRSRS Airbag
SRCSRS Airbag Control System
IVENTILATION, HEATER &
AIR CONDITIONERVTLVentilation System
HAHeater & Air Conditioning System
HACHeater & Air Conditioning Control System
JBODY INTERIORINTInterior
IPInstrument Panel
SESeat
ADPAutomatic Drive Postioner
APAdjustable Pedal
KBODY EXTERIOR,
DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE
SECURITYDLKDoor & Lock
SECSecurity Control System
GWGlass & Window System
PWCPower Window Control System
RFRoof
EXTExterior
BRMBody Repair Manual
LDRIVER CONTROLSMIRMirrors
EXLExterior Lighting System
INLInterior Lighting System
WWWiper & Washer
DEFDefogger
HRNHorn
MELECTRICAL & POWER
CONTROLPWOPower Outlet
BCSBody Control System
LANLAN System
PCSPower Control System
CHGCharging System
PGPower Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
NDRIVER INFORMATION &
MULTIMEDIAMWIMeter, Warning Lamp & Indicator
WCSWarning Chime System
SNSonar System
AVAudio, Visual & Navigation System
OCRUISE CONTROLCCSCruise Control System
PMAINTENANCEMAMaintenance
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Edition: June 2008
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Ignition
switch Operation or condition
1BR/W Ignition keyhole illumi-
nation Output OFFDoor is locked (SW OFF) Battery voltage
Door is unlocked (SW ON) 0V
2SB Combination switch
input 5 Input ON
Lighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
3G/Y Combination switch
input 4 Input ONLighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
4Y Combination switch
input 3 Input ON
Lighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
5G/B Combination switch
input 2
Input ONLighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
6V Combination switch
input 1
9GR/R Rear window defogger
switch
Input ONRear window defogger switch
ON
0V
Rear window defogger switch
OFF 5V
10 G Hazard lamp flash Input OFF ON (opening or closing) 0V
OFF (other than above) Battery voltage
11 O Ignition switch (ACC
or ON)
InputACC or
ON Ignition switch ACC or ON Battery voltage
12 R/L Front door switch RH Input OFF ON (open) 0V
OFF (closed) Battery voltage
13 GR Rear door switch RH Input OFF ON (open) 0V
OFF (closed) Battery voltage
15 L/W Tire pressure warning
check connector
Input OFF — 5V
18 P Remote keyless entry
receiver and optical
sensor (ground)
Output OFF — 0V
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OUTLINE
BCM (Body Control Module) controls
the various electrical components. It inputs the information required to
the control from CAN communication and the si gnal received from each switch and sensor.
BCM has combination switch reading function for reading the operation status of combination switches (light,
turn signal, wiper and washer) in addition to a function fo r controlling the operation of various electrical com-
ponents. It also has the signal transmission function as the passed point of signal and the power consump-
tion control function that reduces the power consumption with the ignition switch OFF.
BCM is equipped with the diagnosis function that perfo rms the diagnosis with CONSULT-III and various set-
tings.
BCM control function list
System Refer to
Combination switch reading system BCS-7, "System Diagram"
Signal buffer systemBCS-12, "System Diagram"
Power consumption control systemBCS-13, "System Diagram"
Auto light systemEXL-11, "System Diagram"
Turn signal and hazard warning lamp systemEXL-15, "System Diagram"
Headlamp systemEXL-7, "System Diagram"
Front fog lamp systemEXL-14, "System Diagram"
Daytime running light systemEXL-9, "System Diagram"
Interior room lamp control systemINL-6, "System Diagram"
Step lamp systemINL-6, "System Diagram"
Interior room lamp battery saver systemINL-6, "System Diagram"
Front wiper and washer systemWW-4, "System Diagram"
Rear wiper and washer systemWW-8, "System Diagram"
Warning chime systemWCS-4, "WARNING CHIME SYSTEM : System Diagram"
Door lock systemDLK-14, "DOOR LOCK AND UNLOCK SWITCH : System Diagram"
(NATS) Nissan anti-theft system SEC-11, "System Diagram"
Vehicle security systemSEC-15, "System Diagram"
Rear window defogger systemDEF-4, "System Diagram"
Intelligent Key systemSEC-7, "System Diagram"
Power window systemPWC-5, "System Diagram"
RAP (retained accessory power) systemBCS-26, "RETAINED PWR : CONSULT-
III Function (BCM - RETAINED PWR)"
TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system) BCS-28, "AIR PRESSURE MONITOR : CONSULT-III Function"
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Wake-up operation
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Wake-up operation
BCM transmits sleep wake up signal (wake up) to eac
h unit when any condition listed below is established,
and then goes into normal mode from low power consumption mode.
Each unit starts transmissions with CAN communication by receiving sleep wake up signals. Each unit trans-
mits wake up signals to BCM with CAN communication to convey the start of CAN communication.
Wake-up condition
CAN sleep condition B CM sleep condition
Receiving the sleep-ready signal (ready) from all units
Ignition switch: OFF
Vehicle security system alarm: No operation
Warning lamp: No operation
Warning chime: No operation
Stop lamp switch: OFF
Key switch status: No change for 2 seconds
Hazard warning lamp: No operation
Exterior lamp: OFF
Door lock status: No change for 2 seconds
CONSULT-III communication status: No communication
Door switch status: No change for 2 seconds The controls only BCM are completed.
(Interior room lamp battery saver: Time out etc.)
BCM wake-up condition
Ignition switch: OFF → ACC or ON
Stop lamp switch: ON (Depress brake pedal)
Any door switch: OFF → ON
Lighting switch: OFF → 1ST or PASS
Hazard switch: OFF → ON
Back door opener switch OFF → ON
Remote keyless entry receiver: Receiving
Intelligent Key unit: Receiving
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BUZZER
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DATA MONITOR
ACTIVE TEST
INT LAMP
INT LAMP : CONSULT-III Function (BCM - INT LAMP)INFOID:0000000003776392
WORK SUPPORT
Monitor Item
[Unit] Description
IGN ON SW [ON/OFF] Indicates condition of ignition switch in ON position
IGN ACC SW [ON/OFF] Indicates condition of ignition switch in ACC position
REAR DEF SW [ON/OFF] Displays “Press (ON)/other (OFF)” stat us determined with the rear window defogger switch
Monitor Item
[Unit] Description
IGN ON SW [ON/OFF] Ignition switch (ON) st atus judged by ignition power supply input
KEY ON SW [ON/OFF] Key switch status
DOOR SW -DR [ON/OFF] Front door switch (driver side) status judged by BCM
LIGHT SW 1ST [ON/OFF] Lighting switch status judged by the lighting switch signal read with combination switch reading func-
tion
BUCKLE SW [ON/OFF] Seat belt buckle switch status
Test Item Description
LIGHT WARN ALM The light reminder warning operation can be checked by operating the relevant function (On/Off).
IGN KEY WARN ALM The key reminder warnin g operation can be checked by operating the relevant function (On/Off).
SEAT BELT WARN TEST The seat belt warning operation can be checked by operating the relevant function (On/Off).
DOOR WARNING IND The door open warning operation can be checked by operating the relevant function (On/Off).
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Ignition
switch Operation or condition
1BR/W Ignition keyhole illumi-
nation Output OFFDoor is locked (SW OFF) Battery voltage
Door is unlocked (SW ON) 0V
2SB Combination switch
input 5 Input ON
Lighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
3G/Y Combination switch
input 4 Input ONLighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
4Y Combination switch
input 3 Input ON
Lighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
5G/B Combination switch
input 2
Input ONLighting, turn, wiper OFF
Wiper dial position 4
6V Combination switch
input 1
9GR/R Rear window defogger
switch
Input ONRear window defogger switch
ON
0V
Rear window defogger switch
OFF 5V
10 G Hazard lamp flash Input OFF ON (opening or closing) 0V
OFF (other than above) Battery voltage
11 O Ignition switch (ACC
or ON)
InputACC or
ON Ignition switch ACC or ON Battery voltage
12 R/L Front door switch RH Input OFF ON (open) 0V
OFF (closed) Battery voltage
13 GR Rear door switch RH Input OFF ON (open) 0V
OFF (closed) Battery voltage
15 L/W Tire pressure warning
check connector
Input OFF — 5V
18 P Remote keyless entry
receiver and optical
sensor (ground)
Output OFF — 0V
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
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Symptom TableINFOID:0000000003772623
If ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp turn ON, perform self-diagnosis.
NOTE:
• 1: The ABS does not operate when the speed is 10 km/h (6 MPH) or less.
• 2: Under the following conditions, ABS is activated and vibration is felt when brake pedal is lightly depressed. 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] Symptom
Check itemReference
Excessive ABS function operation fre-
quency Brake force distribution
BRC-103, "
Diag-
nosis Procedure"Looseness of front and rear axle
Wheel sensor and rotor system
Unexpected pedal reaction Brake pedal stroke
BRC-104, "
Diag-
nosis Procedure"Make sure the braking force is sufficient when the ABS is not operating.
The braking distance is long Check stopping distance when the ABS is not operating. BRC-105, "
Diag-
nosis Procedure"
ABS function does not operate (Note 1) ABS actuator and electric
unit (control unit)BRC-106, "Diag-
nosis Procedure"
Pedal vibration or ABS operation sound
occurs (Note 2)Brake pedal
BRC-107, "Diag-
nosis Procedure"ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
Vehicle jerks during VDC/TCS/ABS con-
trol ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)
BRC-108, "
Diag-
nosis Procedure"TCM
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Slight vibrations are felt on the brake pedal and the operation noises occur, when VDC, TCS or ABS is acti-
vated. This is a normal condi-
tion due to the VDC,
TCS or ABS activation.
Stopping distance is longer than that of vehicles without ABS when the vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or
snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
The brake pedal moves and generates noises, when TCS or VDC is activated due to rapid acceleration or
sharp turn.
The brake pedal vibrates and motor operation noises occur from the engine room, after the engine starts and
just after the vehicle starts. This is normal, and it is
caused by the ABS op-
eration check.
Depending on the road conditions, the driver may experience a sluggish feel. This is normal, because
TCS places the highest
priority on the optimum
traction (stability).
TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving over location where friction coefficient
varies, when downshifting, or when fully depressing accelerator pedal.
The ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicato
r lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn ON when the vehicle is
subject to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when the vehicle is rotating on a turntable or located on
a ship while the engine is running. In this case, restart the
engine on a normal
road. If the normal con-
dition is restored, there
is no malfunction. At
that time, erase the self-
diagnosis memory.
VDC may not operate normally or the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp
may illuminate, when running on a special road that is extremely slanted (e.g. bank in a circuit course).
A malfunction may occur in the yaw rate/side/decel G sensor system, when the vehicle turns sharply, such
as during a spin turn, axle turn, or drift driving, while the VDC function is off (VDC OFF indicator lamp illumi-
nated).
The vehicle speed will not increase even though the accelerator pedal is depressed, when inspecting the
speedometer on a 2-wheel chassis dynamometer.
Normal (Deactivate the
VDC/TCS function be-
fore performing an in-
spection on a chassis
dynamometer.)
VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may simultaneously turn on when low tire pressure warn-
ing lamp turns on. This is not a VDC sys-
tem error but results
from characteristic
change of tire.
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the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000003772632
CAUTION:
• Always use recommended brake fluid. Refer to MA-12, "
Fluids and Lubricants".
• Never reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
• To clean or wash all parts of master cylin der and disc brake caliper, use clean brake fluid.
• Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosen e. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic sys-
tem.
• Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake
tube.
• If a brake fluid leak is found, the part must be disassembled
without fail. Then it has to be replaced with a new one if a
defect exists.
• Turn the ignition switch OFF and remove the connector of the ABS actuator and electric unit (con trol unit) or the battery ter-
minal before performing the work.
• Always torque brake lines when installing.
• Burnish the brake contact surf aces after refinishing or replac-
ing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at
very low mileage.
Refer to BR-30, "
Brake Burnishing Procedure" (front disc brake) or BR-35, "Brake Burnishing Proce-
dure" (rear disc brake).
WARNING:
• Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cl oth, then wipe with a dust collector.
Precaution for Brake ControlINFOID:0000000003772633
• During ABS operation, the brake pedal may vibrate lightly and a mechanical noise may be heard. This is
normal.
• Just after starting vehicle, the brake pedal may vibrate or a motor operating noise may be heard from engine
compartment. This is a normal status of operation check.
• Stopping distance may be longer than that of vehicles without ABS when vehicle drives on rough, gravel, or snow-covered (fresh, deep snow) roads.
• When an error is indicated by ABS or another warning lamp, collect all necessary information from customer (what symptoms are present under what conditions) and check for simple causes before starting diagnosis.
Besides electrical system inspection, check boos ter operation, brake fluid level, and fluid leaks.
• If incorrect tire sizes or types are installed on the vehicle or brake pads are not Genuine NISSAN parts, stop-
ping distance or steering stability may deteriorate.
• If there is a radio, antenna or related wiring near control module, ABS function may have a malfunction or
error.
• If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness pinches, open circuits or improper wiring.
• If the following components are replaced with non-genuine components or modified, the VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on or the VDC system may not operate properly. Components
related to suspension (shock absorbers, struts, springs , bushings, etc.), tires, wheels (exclude specified
size), components related to brake system (pads, roto rs, calipers, etc.), components related to engine (muf-
fler, ECM, etc.), components related to body reinforcement (roll bar, tower bar, etc.).
• Driving with broken or excessively worn suspensi on components, tires or brake system components may
cause the VDC OFF indicator lamp and the SLIP indicator lamp to turn on, and the VDC system may not
operate properly.
• When the TCS or VDC is activated by sudden acceleration or sudden turn, some noise may occur. The noise is a result of the normal operation of the TCS and VDC.
• When driving on roads which have extreme slopes (such as mountainous roads) or high banks (such as sharp curves on a freeway), the VDC may not operate no rmally, or the VDC warning lamp and the SLIP indi-
cator lamp may turn on. This is not a problem if normal operation can be resumed after restarting the engine.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE
• Intelligent Cruise Control is functionally limited. This never support careless driving and low visibility (rain,fog, etc.). Drive the vehicle safely. Keep a safe di stance between vehicles by decreasing the vehicle speed
according to the driving condition etc.
• Intelligent Cruise Control never stop the vehicle autom atically. Intelligent Cruise Control is automatically
released, and the buzzer sounds if any vehicle ahead is not detected when the vehicle speed is approxi-
mately 35 km (21.5 MPH) or less.
• Use this system when the vehicle speed does not extr emely change. This system may not properly function
when any vehicle cuts in, or when the vehicle ahead s uddenly applies the brake. Then, the warning (buzzer
and indication) activates.
• Never use Intelligent Cruise Control in the following conditions.
- A well-trafficed road, and a tight turn. It may cause any accident because the dr iving does not fit to the road condition.
- A slippery road (e.g., freezing, or snowy road) The vehicle may lose the control by wheelspin.
- The vehicle drives in bad whet her (rain, fog, snow etc.).
The distance from the vehicle ahead is not detected pr ecisely if the whether condition is bad. Intelligent
Cruise Control is released automatically if the wiper activates in low or high speed.
- The vehicle receives bright light (sunshine etc.). The distance from the vehicle ahead is not detected pr ecisely if bright light enters in the vehicle.
- Raindrop or snow is on the sensor.
The distance from the vehicle ahead is not detected prec isely if raindrop or snow attaches on the sensor.
- A steep downhill The setting vehicle speed may exceed if Intelligent Cruise Control does not detect the vehicle ahead. The
brake may heat up in the vehicle- to-vehicle distance control mode.
- A repeated uphill and downhill Intelligent Cruise Control may not detect the vehicl e ahead precisely. An accident may occur by tailgating.
- Maintaining proper vehicle distance is difficult due to frequent acceleration/deceleration. It may cause any accident because the driving does not fit to the road condition if keeping a proper vehicle-
to-vehicle distance is difficult.
- When entering in the highway interchange (swerving off the main line),
Unexpected accident may cause if the vehicle ahead drives slower
than the preset vehicle speed. T he vehicle-to-vehicle distance con-
trol mode accelerates automatically because the vehicle ahead is
not detected on the lane if the own vehicle or the vehicle ahead
changes the lane.
• Intelligent Cruise Control does not activate to the parking vehicles, and vehicles driving extremely slow er than the own vehicle. Never
hit the vehicle stopping at a tollgate, or the tail end of traffic jam.
• Intelligent Cruise Control does not activate to the vehicle edging way, and non-vehicle objects (passengers etc.).
• This function detects the reflector of the vehicle ahead. Intelligent Cruise Control may not detect the vehicle
ahead, and keep a proper vehicle-to-vehicle distance in t he following conditions. Drive the vehicle according
to the driving condition.
- The vehicle ahead installs the reflector higher (trailer etc.).
- The rear of the vehicle ahead is extremely dirt.
- The vehicle ahead or vehicle on other lanes splashes water or snow on the road.
- The vehicle ahead provides dark exhaust gas. Smoke blocks the visibility.
- The vehicle ahead attaches film on the reflector. The v ehicle ahead does not install the reflector. The reflec-
tor is broken.
- Extremely heavy load is on the rear seat or in the cargo area.
- The vehicle drives on a repeated uphill and downhill
EL-2980D
Revision: December 20092009 QX56