torque NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Brake Control System User Guide

BRC-78
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
PREPARATION
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Special Service ToolsNFS0003U
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsNFS0003V
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST30720000
(J-25405)
Drift
a: 77 mm (3.03 in) dia.
b: 55.5 mm (2.185 in) dia.
Installation rear sensor rotor ST27863000
(—)
Drift
a: 74.5 mm (2.933 in) dia.
b: 62.5 mm (2.461 in) dia.
KV40104710
(—)
a: 76.3 mm (3.004 in) dia.
b: 67.9 mm (2.673 in) dia.
ZZA0701D
ZZA0832D
ZZA0832D
Tool nameDescription
1. Flare nut crowfoot
a: 10mm (0.39 in) / 12mm (0.47 in)
2. Torque wrenchinstalling brake tube
S-NT360

BRC-80
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
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SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONPFP:00000
System DiagramNFS0003X
VDC FunctionNFS0003Y

In addition to the TCS/ABS function, the driver steering amount and brake operation amount are detected
from the steering angle sensor and pressure sensor, and the vehicle's driving status (amount of under-
steering / over-steering) is determined from information from the yaw rate/side G sensor, wheel sensor,
etc., and this information is used to improve vehicle stability by controlling the braking and engine power
to all four wheels.

The SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of VDC operation.

During VDC operation, the body and brake pedal lightly vibrate and mechanical noises may be heard.
This is normal.

The ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp might turn on when the vehicle
is subject to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when the vehicle is on a turn table or a ship while
the engine is running. In this case, restart the engine on a normal road, and if the ABS warning lamp, VDC
OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off, there is no problem.
TCS FunctionNFS0003Z

The wheel spin of the drive wheels is detected by the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit from the wheel speed
signals from the four wheels, so if wheel spin occurs, the rear wheel right and left brake fluid pressure
control and engine fuel cut are conducted while the throttle value is restricted to reduce the engine torque
and decrease the amount of wheel spin. In addition, the degree the throttle is opened is controlled to
achieve the optimum engine torque.

Depending on road circumstances, the driver may have a sluggish feel. This is normal, because the opti-
mum traction has the highest priority under TCS operation.

TCS may be activated any time the vehicle suddenly accelerates, suddenly downshifts, or is driven on a
road with a varying surface friction coefficient.

During TCS operation, it informs a driver of system operation by flashing SLIP indicator lamp.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
BRC-103
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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ABS WARNING LAMP, VDC OFF INDICATOR LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP AND BRAKE
WARNING LAMP ON/OFF TIMING
×: ON –: OFF
Note 1:Brake warning lamp will turn on in case of operating parking brake (switch turned on) or of actuating brake fluid level switch
(brake fluid is insufficient).
Basic InspectionNFS0004C
BRAKE FLUID AMOUNT, LEAKS, AND BRAKE PADS INSPECTION
1. Check fluid level in the brake reservoir tank. If fluid level is low, refill the brake fluid.
2. Check brake tubes or hoses and around VDC actuator for leaks. If there is leaking or oozing fluid, check
the following items.

If VDC actuator connection is loose, tighten the piping to the specified torque and re-conduct the leak
inspection to make sure there are no leaks.

If there is damage to the connection flare nut or VDC actuator screw, replace the damaged part and re-
conduct the leak inspection to make sure there are no leaks.

When there is fluid leaking or oozing from a part other than VDC actuator connection, if the fluid is just
oozing out, use a clean cloth to wipe off the oozing fluid and re-check for leaks. If fluid is still oozing out,
replace the damaged part.

When there is fluid leaking or oozing at VDC actuator, if the fluid is just oozing out, use a clean cloth to
wipe off the oozing fluid and re-check for leaks. If fluid is still oozing out, replace the VDC actuator body.
CAUTION:
VDC actuator cannot be disassembled.
3. Check the brake pad degree of wear. Refer to BR-26, "
PAD WEAR INSPECTION" in “Front Disc Brake”
and BR-39, "
PAD WEAR INSPECTION" in “Rear Disc Brake”.
POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure the battery positive cable, negative cable and ground connection are not loose. In addition, check
the battery voltage to make sure it has not dropped.
ABS WARNING LAMP, VDC OFF INDICATOR LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp (when VDC OFF switch is OFF), and SLIP indica-
tor lamp turns ON approximately 1 second when the ignition switch is turned ON. If they do not, check the
VDC OFF indicator lamp and then VDC OFF switch. Refer to BRC-122, "
VDC OFF SWITCH" . Check
CAN communications. Refer to “CAN Communication Inspection”. If there are no errors with VDC OFF
switch and CAN communication system, check combination meter. Refer to BRC-122, "
CAN Communica-
tion System" .
ConditionABS warning
lampVDC OFF indi-
cator lampSLIP indicator
lampBrake warning
lamp (Note 1)Remarks
Ignition switch OFF. — — — — —
Approx. Within 1 seconds
after ignition switch is turned
ON.×××× (Note 1) —
Approx. 1 seconds after igni-
tion switch ON.———× (Note 1)Turns OFF 2 seconds
after engine starts.
VDC OFF switch is turned
ON. (VDC function is OFF.)—×—— —
VDC/TCS/ABS error.××——There is a malfunction
in VDC/TCS/ABS con-
trol unit, SLIP indicator
lamp turns off (when the
power supply or ground
circuits return an error).
×××——
When VDC/TCS is not func-
tioning normally.—××——
EBD error.××××—

BRC-128
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
WHEEL SENSORS
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WHEEL SENSORSPFP:47910
Removal and InstallationNFS0004Y
COMPONENTS
REMOVAL
Pay attention to the following when removing sensor.
CAUTION:

As much as possible, avoid rotating sensor when removing it. Pull sensors out without pulling on
sensor harness.

Take care to avoid damaging sensor edges or rotor teeth. Remove wheel sensor first before
removing front or rear wheel hub. This is to avoid damage to sensor wiring and loss of sensor
function.
INSTALLATION
Pay attention to the following when installing sensor. Tighten installation bolts and nuts to specified torques.

When installing, check that there is no foreign material such as iron chips on pick-up and mounting hole of
the sensor. Check that no foreign material has been caught in the sensor rotor motor. Remove any foreign
material and clean the mount.

When installing front sensor, be sure to press rubber grommets in until they lock at the three locations
shown in diagram (2 at shock absorbers and 1 at body panel). When installed, harness must not be
twisted. White line on harness (shaded part) must be visible from front.
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VDC/TCS/ABS CONTROL UNIT
BRC-129
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Removal and InstallationNFS0004Z
REMOVAL
1. Remove dash side finisher (RH). Refer to IP-12, "(C) Dash Side
Finisher (RH/LH)" .
2. Remove VDC/TCS/ABS control unit bolts.
3. Remove VDC/TCS/ABS control unit.
INSTALLATION
Installation in the reverse order of removal.

When installing the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit, tighten bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
When replacing VDC/TCS/ABS control unit, make sure to adjust neutral position of steering angle
sensor. Refer to BRC-79, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .
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VDC/TCS/ABS control unit bolts : 8.3 N·m (0.85 kg−m, 73 in−lb)