ground INFINITI QX56 2011 Factory Service Manual

P182A TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR
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P182A TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006222290
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.DTC REPRODUCTION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine. CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch AUTO ⇒4H ⇒4LO ⇒4H ⇒AUTO.
3. Drive at 20 km/h (12MPH) or more for 1 minute or more.
4. Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is DTC
“P182A” detected?
YES >> Proceed to diagnosis procedure. Refer to DLN-83, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> INSPECTION END
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222291
1.CHECK TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
1. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
2. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
CAUTION:
After operating 4WD shift sw itch, move the vehicle back and forth to check voltage.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer Hi-Lo position sensor harness connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
4. Check the voltage between transfer Hi-Lo position sensor harness connector terminals.
DTC Display item Malfunction detected condition Possible cause
P182A HI-LO POSITION SEN Malfunction related to transfer Hi-Lo po-
sition sensor has been detected.Internal malfunction of transfer Hi-Lo po-
sition sensor
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Transfer control unit
Connector Terminal
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Ground4WD mode: AUTO or 4H Approx. 0 V
4WD mode: 4L Approx. 5 V
25 4WD mode: AUTO or 4H Approx. 0 V
4WD mode: 4L Approx. 5 V
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DLN-84
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P182A TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and transfer Hi-Lo position sensor
harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between transfer Hi- Lo position sensor harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
4.REPLACE TRANSFER HI-LO POSITION SENSOR
1. Replace transfer Hi-Lo position sensor. Refer to DLN-116, "
Exploded View".
2. Perform confirmation procedure again. Refer to DLN-83, "
DTC Logic".
Is DTC
“P182A” detected?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> INSPECTION END
5.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS
Check the pin terminals for damage or loose connection with each harness connector.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace transfer control unit. Refer to DLN-107, "Removal and Installation".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
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Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor
Connector Terminal
F42 1
Ground Approx. 5 V
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Transfer control unit Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E59 6
F42 1
Existed
25 2
29 3
Transfer Hi-Lo position sensor —Continuity
Connector Terminal
F42 1
Ground Not existed
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P182B TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR
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P182B TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR
DTC LogicINFOID:0000000006222292
DTC DETECTION LOGIC
DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1.DTC REPRODUCTION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF to ON.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch AUTO ⇒4H ⇒4LO ⇒4H ⇒AUTO.
3. Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is DTC
“P182B” detected?
YES >> Proceed to diagnosis procedure. Refer to DLN-85, "Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> INSPECTION END
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222293
1.CHECK TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR
With CONSULT-III
1. Start the engine.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch AUTO ⇒4H ⇒4LO ⇒4H ⇒AUTO.
3. Check “LOCK POSI SEN” of CONSULT-III “DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
What is the item on "DATA MONITOR"?
OPEN >> GO TO 7.
LOCK >> GO TO 7.
UNLEAN>>GO TO 6.
HI TEMP>>GO TO 5.
ERROR>> GO TO 5.
BAT >> GO TO 2.
GND >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TRANSFER LOCK POSITION POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer positi on sensor harness connector.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
DTC Display item Malfunction detected condition Possible cause
P182B Lock POSITION SEN Malfunction related to transfer lock posi-
tion sensor has been detected. Transfer lock position sensor
- Transfer lock position sensor error
- Malfunction of transfer lock position
sensor circuit
Monitor item Condition Status
LOCK POSI SEN 4WD shift switch: AUTO or 4H OPEN
4WD shift switch: 4L LOCK
When transfer lock position sensor is unlearned. UNLEAN
When the temperature of transfer lock position sensor is
high.
HI TEMP
When transfer lock position sensor is malfunctioning. ERROR
When transfer lock position sensor signal circuit is short.
(Battery short) BAT
When transfer lock position sensor signal circuit is short.
(Ground short) GND
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DLN-86
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P182B TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR
Never start the engine.
4. Check the voltage between transfer position sensor harness connector terminals.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Check the continuity between transfer control uni t harness connector and transfer lock position sensor
harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between transfer lock position harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
4.CHECK TRANSFER LOCK POSITI ON SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Check the continuity between transfer control uni t harness connector and transfer lock position sensor
harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between transfer lock position harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
5.REPLACE TRANSFER LOCK POSITION SENSOR
1. Replace transfer lock position sensor. Refer to DLN-119, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Perform confirmation procedure again. Refer to DLN-85, "
DTC Logic".
Is the inspection result normal?
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Voltag e
Transfer lock position sensor
Connector Terminal F40 1 2 Approx. 5 V
Transfer control unit Transfer lock position sensor Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E59 17
F40 1
Existed
30 2
Transfer lock position sensor -Continuity
Connector Terminal
F40 1 Ground Not existed
Transfer control unit Transfer lock position sensor Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E59 38 F40 3 Existed
Transfer lock position sensor -Continuity
Connector Terminal
F40 3 Ground Not existed
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUITDLN-93
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006222306
Supplies power to 4WD system.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222307
1.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY (1)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector.
3. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
4. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
5. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY (2)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the 10A fuse (#34).
3. Check the harness for open or short between transfe r control unit harness connector No.20 terminal and
10A (#34).
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Perform the trouble diagnosis fo r power supply circuit. Refer to PG-11, "Wiring Diagram - BAT-
TERY POWER SUPPLY -".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
3.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY (3)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
4. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
Transfer control unit — Voltage
Connector Terminal
E59 20 Ground Battery voltage
Transfer control unit — Voltage
Connector Terminal
E59 20 Ground Battery voltage
Transfer control unit — Voltage
Connector Terminal
E59 32 Ground Approx. 0 V
Transfer control unit — Voltage
Connector Terminal
E59 32 Ground Battery voltage
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DLN-94
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY (4)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the 10A fuse (#56).
3. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and IPDM E/R harness connector.
5. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and the ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Perform the trouble diagnosis for ignition power supply circuit. Refer to PG-89, "Wiring Diagram -
IGNITION POWER SUPPLY -".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
5.CHECK TRANSFER MOTOR POWER SUPPLY
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
4. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK TRANSFER MOTOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the 30A fusible link (J).
3. Check the harness for open or short between transfe r control unit harness connector No.41 terminal and
30A fusible link (J).
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Perform the trouble diagnosis for power supply circuit. Refer to PG-11, "Wiring Diagram - BAT-
TERY POWER SUPPLY -".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
7.CHECK 4WD SWITCH ASSEMBLY POWER SUPPLY (1)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
IPDM E/R Transfe r control unit
Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E15 58 E59 32 Existed
Transfer control unit —Continuity
Connector Terminal
E59 32 Ground Not existed
Transfer control unit —Voltage
Connector Terminal
E60 41 Ground Battery voltage
Transfer control unit —Voltage
Connector Terminal
E60 41 Ground Battery voltage
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUITDLN-95
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2. Disconnect 4WD switch assembly harness connector.
3. Check the voltage between 4WD switch assembly harness connector and ground.
4. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
5. Check the voltage between 4WD switch assembly harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.CHECK 4WD SWITCH ASSEMBLY POWER SUPPLY (2)
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the 10A fuse (#13).
3. Disconnect fuse block (J/B) harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and IPDM E/R harness connector.
5. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and the ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Perform the trouble diagnosis for ignition power supply circuit. Refer to PG-89, "Wiring Diagram -
IGNITION POWER SUPPLY -".
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
9.CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT GROUND
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
3. Check the continuity between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
4WD switch assembly — Voltage
Connector Terminal
M54 12 Ground Approx. 0 V
4WD switch assembly — Voltage
Connector Terminal
M54 12 Ground Battery voltage
Fuse block (J/B) 4WD switch assembly Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
M3 10C M54 12 Existed
4WD switch assembly —Continuity
Connector Terminal
M54 12 Ground Not existed
Transfer control unit — Voltage
Connector Terminal
E60 44
Ground Approx. 0 V
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Transfer control unit —Continuity
Connector Terminal
E60 44
Ground Existed
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DLN-96
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
10.CHECK 4WD SWITCH ASSEMBLY GROUND
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check the voltage between transfer control unit harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Repair or replace error-detected parts.
4WD switch assembly —Voltage
Connector Terminal
M54 20 Ground Approx. 0 V
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4WD WARNING LAMPDLN-97
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4WD WARNING LAMP
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000006222308
1.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP FUNCTION
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF to ON.
2. Check that 4WD warning lamp light up.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Proceed diagnosis procedure. Refer to DLN-97, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222309
1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Perform the trouble diagnosis for power supply and ground circuit. Refer to DLN-64, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace the error-detected parts.
2.PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT-III
Perform self-diagnosis for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn the ignition switch ON. CAUTION:
Never start the engine.
2. Check “4WD FAIL LAMP” of CONSULT-III “DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Does the item on
“DATA MONITOR” indicate “On”?
YES >> Check combination meter. Refer to MWI-64, "COMBINATION METER : Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> Replace transfer control unit. Refer to DLN-107, "
Removal and Installation".
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DLN-98
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4WD INDICATOR LAMP
4WD INDICATOR LAMP
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000006222310
1.CHECK 4WD MODE INDICATOR LAMP FUNCTION
1. Start the engine CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch AUTO ⇒4H ⇒4LO ⇒4H ⇒AUTO.
3. Check the 4WD shift switch position (“AUTO”, “4H” and “4L”) and the indication of the 4WD mode indica-
tor lamp mutually coincide.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Proceed to diagnosis procedure. Refer to DLN-98, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006222311
1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Perform the trouble diagnosis for power supply and ground circuit. Refer to DLN-64, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Repair or replace the error-detected parts.
2.CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Strat the engine.
CAUTION:
Never drive the vehicle.
2. Turn the 4WD shift switch AUTO ⇒4H ⇒4LO ⇒4H ⇒AUTO.
3. Check “4WD MODE IND” of CONSULT-III “DATA MONITOR” for “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Check combination meter. Refer to MWI-64, "COMBINATION METER : Diagnosis Procedure".
NO >> Replace transfer control unit. Refer to DLN-107, "
Removal and Installation".
Monitor item Condition Status
4WD MODE IND 4WD shift switch: AUTO AUTO
4WD shift switch: 4H 4H
4WD shift switch: 4L 4L
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