headlamp INFINITI QX56 2010 Factory Repair Manual

IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
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26 P/L Headlamp aiming mo-
tors
Output —Lighting
switch 2nd
position or
AUTO, head-
lamp aiming
switch in po-
sition OFF
0V
ON Battery voltage
27 W/B Fuse 38
(With trailer tow)
Output —Ignition switch ON or START
Battery voltage
Ignition switch OFF or ACC 0V
30 W Fuse 53 Output —Ignition switch ON or START
Battery voltage
Ignition switch OFF or ACC 0V
32 L Wiper low speed sig-
nal
OutputON or
START Wiper switch OFF
Battery voltage
LO or INT 0V
35 L/B Wiper high speed sig-
nal
OutputON or
START Wiper switch OFF, LO, INT Battery voltage
HI 0V
37 Y Power generation
command signal Output —Ignition switch ON
6.3 V
40% is set on "Active test,"
"ALTERNATOR DUTY" of
"ENGINE" 3.8 V
40% is set on "Active test,"
"ALTERNATOR DUTY" of
"ENGINE" 1.4 V
38 B Ground Input ——0V
39 L CAN-H — ON— —
40 P CAN-L — ON— —
41 Y/B Hood switch Input —Hood closed OFF
0V
Hood open ON Battery voltage
42 GR Oil pressure switch Input — Engine running
Battery voltage
Engine stopped 0V
Te r m i n a l
Wire
color Signal name Signal
input/
output Measuring condition
Reference value(Approx.)
Igni-
tion
switch Operation or condition
JPMIA0001GB
JPMIA0002GB
JPMIA0003GB
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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
If No CAN Communication Is Available With BCM
IGNITION RELAY MALFUNCTION DETECTION FUNCTION
• IPDM E/R monitors the voltage at the contact circuit and excitation coil circuit of the ignition relay inside it.
• IPDM E/R judges the ignition relay error if the voltage differs between the contact circuit and the excitation
coil circuit.
• If the ignition relay cannot turn OFF due to contact seizure, it activates the tail lamp relay for 10 minutes to alert the user to the ignition relay malfunction when the ignition switch is turned OFF.
NOTE:
The tail lamp turns OFF when the ignition switch is turned ON.
FRONT WIPER CONTROL
IPDM E/R detects front wiper stop posit ion by a front wiper auto stop signal.
When a front wiper auto stop signal is in the conditions listed below, IPDM E/R stops power supply to wiper
after repeating a front wiper 10 second activation and 20 second stop five times.
NOTE:
This operation status can be confirmed on the IPDM E/R “DATA MONITOR” that displays “Block” for the item
“WIP PROT” while the wiper is stopped.
STARTER MOTOR PROTECTION FUNCTION
IPDM E/R turns OFF the starter control relay to protect the starter motor when the starter control relay remains
active for 90 seconds.
Control part Fail-safe in operation
Cooling fan • Turns ON the cooling fan relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
• Turns OFF the cooling fan relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
Control part
Fail-safe in operation
Headlamp • Turns ON the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
• Turns OFF the headlamp low relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
• Headlamp high LH/RH relays OFF
•Parking lamps
• License plate lamps
• Tail lamps • Turns ON the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned ON
• Turns OFF the tail lamp relay when the ignition switch is turned OFF
Front wiper • The status just before activation of fail-safe control is maintained until the ignition
switch is turned OFF while the front wiper is operating at LO or HI speed.
• The wiper is operated at LO speed until the ignition switch is turned OFF if the fail- safe control is activated while the front wipe r is set in the INT mode and the front wiper
motor is operating.
Rear window defogger Rear window defogger relay OFF
A/C compressor A/C relay OFF
Front fog lamps Front fog lamp relay OFF
Ignition switch Ignition relayTail lamp relay
ON ON —
OFF OFF —
Ignition switchFront wiper switch Auto stop signal
ON OFF
Front wiper stop position signal cannot be
input 10 seconds.
ON The signal does not change for 10 seconds.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM SYMPTOMS
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000005146686
CAUTION:
Perform the self-diagnosis with CONSULT-III before the symptom diagnosis. Perform the trouble diag-
nosis if any DTC is detected.
Symptom Possible causeInspection item
Headlamp does not
switch to the high beam. One side•Fuse
• Harness between IPDM E/R
and the front combination lamp
• Front combination lamp
(High beam relay)
• IPDM E/R Headlamp (HI) circuit
Refer to EXL-30, "
Description".
Both sides Symptom diagnosis
"BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS DO NOT SWITCH TO HIGH BEAM"
Refer to
EXL-139
.
High beam indicator lamp is not turned ON.
(Headlamp switches to the high beam.) • Combination meter
•BCM• Combination meter.
Data monitor "HI-BEAM IND".
• BCM (HEAD LAMP) Active test "HEADLAMP".
Headlamp does not
switch to the low beam. One side
Front combination lamp (Low
beam relay)
—
Both sides • Combination switch (lighting
and turn signal switch)
• Harness between the combina-
tion switch and BCM
•BCM Combination switch
Refer to BCS-38
.
High beam request signal
•BCM
• IPDM E/R IPDM E/R
Data monitor "HL HI REQ".
IPDM E/R —
Headlamp does not turn
ON. One side•Fuse
•Bulb
• Harness between IPDM E/R
and the front combination lamp
• Front combination lamp
• IPDM E/R Headlamp (L
O) circuit
Refer to EXL-33
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Both sides Symptom diagnosis
"BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS (LO) ARE NOT TURNED ON"
Refer to
EXL-140, "
Description".
Headlamp does not turn
OFF. When the ignition
switch is turned ON•BCM
• Combination switch (lighting
and turn signal switch) Combination switch (lighting and
turn signal switch)
Refer to BCS-38
.
Headlamp is not turned ON/OFF with the lighting
switch AUTO. • Combination switch (lighting
and turn signal switch)
• Harness between the combina-
tion switch and BCM
•BCM Combination switch (lighting and
turn signal switch)
Refer to BCS-38
.
• Optical sensor
• Harness between the optical sensor and BCM
•BCM Optical sensor
Refer to EXL-47
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NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION
NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION
DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146687
XENON HEADLAMPS
The brightness and color of the light may vary slightly immediately after turning the headlamp ON. This condi-
tionwill remain until the xenon bulb becomes stable. This is normal.
• Illumination time lag may occur between right and left. This is normal.
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM
The auto light system may not turn the headlamp ON/OF F immediately after passing a dark area or a bright
area (short tunnel, sky bridge, shadowed area etc.). This is normal.
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BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS DO NOT SWITCH TO HIGH BEAM
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BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS DO NOT SWITCH TO HIGH BEAM
DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146688
The headlamps (both sides) do not switch to high beam when the combination switch (lighting and turn signal
switch) is in the HI or PASS setting.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000005146689
1.COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHTING AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH) INSPECTION
Check the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch). Refer to BCS-38, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch) normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
2.CHECK HEADLAMP (HI) REQUEST SIGNAL INPUT
CONSULT-III DATA MONITOR
1. Select "HL HI REQ" of IPDM E/R DATA MONITOR item.
2. With operating the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch), check the monitor status.
Is the item status normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Replace BCM. Refer to BCS-59, "
Removal and Installation" .
3.HEADLAMP (HI) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check the headlamp (HI) circuit. Refer to EXL-30, "
Description".
Is the headlamp (HI) circuit normal?
YES >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PCS-35, "Removal and Installation of IPDM E/R" .
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
Monitor item ConditionMonitor status
HL HI REQ Combination switch (lighting and
turn signal switch)
(2ND) HI or PASS
ON
Except for HI or
PASS OFF
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BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS (LO) ARE NOT TURNED ON
BOTH SIDE HEADLAMPS (LO) ARE NOT TURNED ON
DescriptionINFOID:0000000005146690
The headlamps (both sides) do not turn ON in any combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch) setting.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000005146691
1.COMBINATION SWITCH (LIGHTING AND TURN SIGNAL SWITCH) INSPECTION
Check the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch). Refer to BCS-38, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch) normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
2.CHECK HEADLAMP (LO) REQUEST SIGNAL INPUT
CONSULT-III DATA MONITOR
1. Select "HL LO REQ" of IPDM E/R DATA MONITOR item.
2. With operating the combination switch (lighting and turn signal switch), check the monitor status.
Is the item status normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Replace BCM. Refer to BCS-59, "
Removal and Installation" .
3.HEADLAMP (LO) CIRCUIT INSPECTION
Check the headlamp (LO) circuit. Refer to EXL-33, "
Description".
Is the headlamp (LO) circuit normal?
YES >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer to PCS-35, "Removal and Installation of IPDM E/R" .
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
Monitor item ConditionMonitor status
HL LO REQ Combination switch
(lighting and turn signal
switch) 2ND
ON
OFF OFF
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ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTIONEXL-145
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ON-VEHICLE REPAIR
ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTION
HEADLAMP
HEADLAMP : Aiming AdjustmentINFOID:0000000005146696
NOTE:
• For details, refer to the regulations in your area.
• If vehicle front body has been repaired and /or the headlamp assembly has been replaced, check headlamp
aiming.
HEADLAMP AIMING
NOTE:
• Before performing aiming adjustment, check the following:
- Ensure all tires are inflated to correct pressure.
- Place vehicle and screen on level surface.
- Ensure there is no load in vehicle other than the driver (or equivalent weight placed in driver's position). Coolant and engine oil filled to correct level, and fuel tank full.
- Confirm spare tire, jack and tools are properly stowed.
- Aim each headlamp individually and ensure other headlamp beam pattern is blocked from screen.
- Use adjusting screw to perform aiming adjustment
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ADJUSTMENT AND INSPECTION
NOTE:
Basic illuminating area for adjustment should be within the range shown on the aiming chart. Adjust head-
lamps accordingly.
LOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAM
1. Turn headlamp low beam on.
2. Use adjusting screw to perform aiming adjustment.
FRONT FOG LAMP
FRONT FOG LAMP : Aiming AdjustmentINFOID:0000000005146697
The fog lamp is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable halogen bulb. Before performing aiming
adjustment, make sure of the following.
• Keep all tires inflated to correct pressure.
• Place vehicle on level ground.
A. RightB. Left C. Center of headlamp bulb (H-V point)
D. Cutoff line E. ScreenF. Aim evaluation segment
G. Step H. Horizontal center line of headlamp J. 103 mm (4.06 in.)
K. 37 mm (1.46 in.) L. 7.62 m (25 ft.) M. 399 mm (15.71 in.)
N. 133 mm (5.24 in.) P. 53.2 mm (2.09 in.)Q. 466 mm (18.35 in.)
R. 200 mm (7.87 in.) S. RH headlamp aiming screen T. LH headlamp aiming screen
V. Vertical center line
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HEADLAMP
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
HEADLAMP
Bulb ReplacementINFOID:0000000005146698
CAUTION:
• Disconnect battery negative terminal before touching xenon bulb or headlamp wiring harness
assembly.
• Turn headlamp switch OFF before disconnecting headlamp harness connector.
• Do not touch bulb by hand right after being turned off. Burning may result.
• Do not touch the glass of bulb directly by hand. Keep grease and other oily substances away from it.
• Do not turn xenon bulb ON wh en xenon bulb is removed from front combination lamp assembly.
• After installing the bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely to ensure watertightness.
• Do not leave bulb out of front combination lamp assembly for a long time because dust, moisture,
smoke, etc. may affect the performa nce of the lamp. When replacing bulb, be sure to replace it with a
new one.
HEADLAMP (OUTER SIDE), FOR LOW BEAM
Removal
1. Position fender protector aside.
2. Turn headlamp switch OFF.
3. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
4. Remove ballast.
5. Disconnect headlamp electrical connector.
6. Release bulb retaining spring and pull bulb straight out.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
HEADLAMP (INNER SIDE), FOR HIGH BEAM
Removal
1. Turn headlamp switch OFF.
2. Disconnect headlamp electrical connector.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT PARKING LAMP (INNER OR OUTER)
Removal
1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
2. Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
SIDE MARKER LAMP (FRONT)
Removal
1. Position fender protector aside.
2. Turn the side marker lamp (front) bulb socket counterclockwise and remove side marker lamp (front) bulb socket.
3. Pull to remove side marker lamp (front) fr om the side marker lamp (front) bulb socket.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000005146699
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
• Disconnect battery negative terminal before touc hing xenon bulb or headlamp wiring harness
assembly.
• Turn headlamp switch OFF before di sconnecting headlamp harness connector.
• Do not touch bulb by hand right after being turned off. Burning may result.
• Do not touch the glass of bulb directly by hand. Keep grease and other oily substances away from it.
• Do not turn xenon bulb ON when xenon bulb is removed fr om front combination lamp assembly.
• After installing the bu lb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely to ensure watertightness.
• Do not leave bulb out of front combination lamp assembly for a lo ng time because dust, moisture,
smoke, etc. may affect the performance of the lamp. When replacing bulb, be sure to replace it with a
new one.
Removal
1. Disconnect battery negative terminal.
2. Disconnect front combination lamp assembly.
3. Remove front fascia. Refer to EXT-13, "
Removal and Installation".
4. Remove front combination lamp assembly bolts.
5. Remove front combination lamp assembly.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Disassembly and AssemblyINFOID:0000000005146700
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLY
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1. Parking lamp bulb (outer) 2. Headlamp bulb (high beam) 3. Headlamp assembly
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