INFINITI QX56 2010 Factory Service Manual
Manufacturer: INFINITI, Model Year: 2010, Model line: QX56, Model: INFINITI QX56 2010Pages: 4210, PDF Size: 81.91 MB
Page 3551 of 4210

INTERMITTENTS INCIDENTSRC-5
< BASIC INSPECTION >
C
DE
F
G
I
J
K L
M A
B
SRC
N
O P
INTERMITTENTS INCIDENT
Inspection ProcedureINFOID:0000000005147769
INTERMITTENT TROUBLE
An intermittent incident may have occured in the past but is not being detected currently. This DTC will not be
detected on SELF DIAG [CURRENT], but may be view ed on SELF DIAG [PAST] using CONSULT-III.
Trouble Diagnosis with CONSULT-IIIINFOID:0000000005147770
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 4
Check SRS Repair History
1.CONSIDER POSSIBILITY THAT SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT WAS NOT ERASED AFTER REPAIR
Check repair history of the SRS.
Have any previous repairs been made to the SRS?
Yes >> Self-diagnostic result “SELF-DIAG [PAST]” (previously stored in the memory) might not be erased after repair. Go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3". Refer to SRC-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Function
(Without CONSULT-III)".
No >> Go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2". Refer to SRC-13, "
SRS Operation Check".
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3552 of 4210

SRC-6
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS
SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM
SRS ConfigurationINFOID:0000000005147771
The air bag deploys if the air bag diagnosis sensor unit is activated while the ignition switch is in the ON or
START position.
The collision modes for which supplemental restraint systems are activated are different among the SRS sys-
tems. For example, the driver air bag module, front passenger air bag module, front seat belt pre-tensioners
and seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assemblies are activated in a frontal collision but not in a side collision.
SRS configurations for some collision modes are as follows:
WHIA0215E
SRS configuration Frontal collision Left side collision Right side colli-
sion Rollover
Driver air bag module x— — —
Front passenger air bag module x— — —
Front LH seat belt pre-tensioner x— — x
Front LH seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assembly x— — x
Front RH seat belt pre-tensioner x— — x
Front RH seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assembly x— — x
Front LH side air bag module —x— —
Front RH side air bag module —— x—
LH side curtain air bag module —x— x
RH side curtain air bag module —— xx
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3553 of 4210

SRS AIR BAG SYSTEMSRC-7
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
C
DE
F
G
I
J
K L
M A
B
SRC
N
O P
SRS Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000005147772
Driver Air Bag ModuleINFOID:0000000005147773
The driver air bag module is dual stage and located in the steering
wheel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level.
1. Side curtain air bag modules 2. Front RH side air bag module 3. Belt tension sensor
4. RH side air bag (satellite) sensor 5. Front RH seat belt pre-tension- er6. Seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assembly
RH
7. Occupant classification system sen- sor 8. Occupant classification system
control unit 9. Front passenger air bag off indicator
10. Front passenger air bag module 11. Crash zone sensor 12. Air bag warning lamp
13. Spiral cable 14. Driver air bag module15. LH side air bag (satellite) sensor
16. Front LH seat belt pre-tensioner 17. Air bag diagnosis sensor unit 18. Front LH side air bag module
WHIA0216E
WHIA0325E
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3554 of 4210

SRC-8
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
SRS AIR BAG SYSTEM
Front Passenger Air Bag Module
INFOID:0000000005147774
The front passenger air bag module is located behind the instrument
panel assembly. It operates with the SRS system in a frontal colli-
sion exceeding a specified level. Refer to SRC-10, "
Occupant Clas-
sification System (OCS)" for more information.
Front Side Air BagINFOID:0000000005147775
Front side air bag modules are built into the front seatback assem-
blies. Vehicles with side air bags are equipped with labels as shown.
Side Curtain Air BagINFOID:0000000005147776
Side curtain air bag modules are located above the vehicle headlining.
Vehicles with side curtain air bags are equipped with labels as
shown.
Front Seat Belt Pre-te nsioner with Load LimiterINFOID:0000000005147777
The seat belt pre-tensioner system wi th load limiter is installed for
both the driver's seat and the front passenger's seat. It operates
simultaneously with the SRS air bag system in the event of a frontal
collision with an impact exceeding a specified level.
When the frontal collision with an im pact exceeding a specified level
occurs, seat belt slack resulting from clothing or other factors is
immediately taken up by the pre-tensioner. Vehicle passengers are
securely restrained.
When passengers in a vehicle are thrown forward in a collision and
the restraining force of the seat belt exceeds a specified level, the
load limiter permits the specified extension of the seat belt by the
twisting of the ELR shaft, and a relaxation of the chest-area seat belt
web tension while maintaining force.
WHIA0332E
WHIA0327E
WHIA0041E
WHIA0324E
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3555 of 4210

SRS AIR BAG SYSTEMSRC-9
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
C
DE
F
G
I
J
K L
M A
B
SRC
N
O P
Direct-connect SRS Co mponent ConnectorsINFOID:0000000005147778
The following SRS components use dire ct-connect style harness connectors.
• Driver air bag module
• Front passenger air bag module
• LH side front curtain air bag module
• LH side rear curtain air bag module
• RH side front curtain air bag module
• RH side rear curtain air bag module
• Front LH seat belt pre-tensioner
• Front RH seat belt pre-tensioner
• Seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assembly LH
• Seat belt buckle pre-tensioner assembly RH
Always pull up to release locking tab prior to removing connector from SRS component.
Always push down to lock black locking tab after installing connector
to SRS component. When locked, the black locking tab is level with
the connector housing.
WHIA0103E
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3556 of 4210

SRC-10
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
System DiagramINFOID:0000000005147779
Occupant Classification System (OCS)INFOID:0000000005147780
The occupant classification system (OCS) identifies different size occupants, out of position occupants, and
detects if child seat is present in the front passenger seat. The OCS receives inputs from the occupant classi-
fication sensor (located inside the passenger seat cushion assembly) and belt tension sensor (part of the pas-
senger front seat belt assembly and located at the belt anchor location). Depending on classification of the
passenger, the OCS sends a signal to the air bag diagnos is sensor unit. The air bag diagnosis sensor unit
uses this signal and the seat belt buckle switch RH signal to determine deployment or non deployment of the
passenger front air bag in the event of a collision. Depending on the signals received, the air bag diagnosis
sensor unit can disable the passenger front air bag completely.
NOTE:
In case of customer concern, CONSULT-III can be used to confirm the passenger air bag status (readiness).
Passenger Air Bag Status Conditions
NOTE:
ALHIA0042GB
Front Passenger Seat
(Condition) PASS AIR BAG OFF Indicator
(Status) Passenger Air Bag Status
(Readiness) CONSULT-III Display
Seat occupied OFF Active (enabled)ON
Seat occupied
NOTEON Deactivated (disabled) OFF
Seat empty OFF Deactivated (disabled) OFF
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3557 of 4210

OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEMSRC-11
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
C
DE
F
G
I
J
K L
M A
B
SRC
N
O P
Passenger does not meet Occupant Classification System specifications for passenger air bag activation.
WHIA0187E
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3558 of 4210

SRC-12
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
PASSENGER SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM
PASSENGER SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM
System DiagramINFOID:0000000005147781
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000005147782
The passenger seat belt warning system will remind the driver if the
driver or front passenger seat belt should be buckled by turning on
the seat belt warning light (1). The system works in conjunction with
the occupant classification system. Refer to SRC-10, "
Occupant
Classification System (OCS)".
Passenger Seat Belt Warning System Operation
Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000005147783
Refer to SRC-7, "SRS Component Parts Location".
ALHIA0028GB
AWHIA0032ZZ
Driver seat status
(Ignition switch ON) Passenger seat status Seat belt buckle switch
LH status Seat belt buckle switch
RH statusSeat belt warning lamp
Seat occupied Seat occupied
Buckled Buckled
Off
Unbuckled On
Seat unoccupied —Off
— Unbuckled On
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3559 of 4210

ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEMSRC-13
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
C
DE
F
G
I
J
K L
M A
B
SRC
N
O P
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
Trouble Diagnosis IntroductionINFOID:0000000005147784
CAUTION:
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circui t related to the SRS unless instructed to do so in
this Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be id entified by yellow and/or orange harness con-
nectors.
• Do not attempt to repair, splice or modify SRS wiring harnesses. If a harness is damaged, replace it
with a new one.
• Keep ground connections clean.
DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
The SRS self-diagnosis results can be read by usi ng “AIR BAG” warning lamp and/or CONSULT-III.
The User mode is exclusively prepared for the customer (driver). This mode warns the driver of a system mal-
function through the operation of the “AIR BAG” warning lamp.
The Diagnosis mode allows the technician to locate and inspect the malfunctioning part.
The mode applications for the “AIR BAG” warning lamp and CONSULT-III are as follows:
HOW TO PERFORM TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR QUICK AND ACCURATE REPAIR
A good understanding of the malfunction conditions can make troubleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about a malf unction. It is important to fully understand the symp-
toms or conditions for a customer complaint.
Information From Customer
WHAT - Vehicle model
WHEN - Date, Frequencies
WHERE - Road conditions
HOW - Operating conditions, Symptoms
Preliminary Check
Check that the following parts are in good order.
•Battery
•Fuse
• System component-to-harness connections
SRS Operation CheckINFOID:0000000005147785
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 1
Checking SRS Operation Using “AIR BAG” Warning Lamp—User Mode
1. Turn the ignition switch from OFF to ON, and check that the air bag warning lamp blinks.
2. Compare the SRS air bag warning lamp blinking pattern with the examples.
User mode Diagnosis mode Display type
“AIR BAG” warning lamp XXON-OFF operation
CONSULT-III —XMonitoring
BF-1845D
Revision: April 20092010 QX56
Page 3560 of 4210
![INFINITI QX56 2010 Factory Service Manual SRC-14
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
SRS Air bag warning lamp examples
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2
1. Connect CONSULT-III.
2. Diagnostic code is displayed on "SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]" INFINITI QX56 2010 Factory Service Manual SRC-14
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
SRS Air bag warning lamp examples
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2
1. Connect CONSULT-III.
2. Diagnostic code is displayed on "SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]"](/img/42/57032/w960_57032-3559.png)
SRC-14
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
SRS Air bag warning lamp examples
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2
1. Connect CONSULT-III.
2. Diagnostic code is displayed on "SELF-DIAG [CURRENT]".If no malfunction is detected on "SEL F-DIAG [CURRENT]", but malfunction is detected in "SRS Operation
Check" using the "AIR BAG" warning lamp, the following cases may exist:
• "SELF-DIAG [PAST]" memory might not be erased.
• The SRS system malfunctions intermittently.
Perform DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 4. Refer to SRC-15, "
Self-Diagnosis Function (Without CONSULT-
III)".
“AIR BAG” warning lamp (User mode)SRS condition Reference item
• No malfunction is detected.
• No further action is necessary. —
The system is malfunctioning and
needs to be repaired as indicated. Go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
2 that follows (with CONSULT-III) or
SRC-15, "
Trouble Diagnosis without
CONSULT-III" (without CONSULT-
III).
• Air bag is deployed.
• Seat belt pre-tensioner is deployed. Go to COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
SR-
20, "For Frontal Collision" or SR-21,
"For Side and Rollover Collision".
• Air bag diagnosis sensor unit is mal- functioning.
• Air bag power supply circuit is mal- functioning.
• SRS air bag warning lamp circuit is
malfunctioning. Go to SRC-89, "
"AIR BAG" Warning
Lamp Does Not Turn Off".
• Air bag diagnosis sensor unit is mal- functioning.
• Air bag warning lamp circuit is mal- functioning. Go to SRC-89, "
"AIR BAG" Warning
Lamp Does Not Turn On".
SHIA0011E
SHIA0012E
SHIA0013E
SHIA0014E
Revision: April 20092010 QX56