sensor NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Brake Control System Owner's Guide

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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[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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Control Unit Input/Output Signal StandardNFS00049
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-III
CAUTION:
The display shows the control unit calculation data, so a normal value might be displayed even in the
event the output circuit (harness) is open or short - circuited.
Monitor item Display ContentData monitor
ConditionReference values for normal
operation
WHEEL SENSORVehicle speed calculated using
signals from all four wheel sen-
sorsVehicle stopped 0 km/h (0 MPH)
While driving (Note 1)Nearly matches the speed-
ometer display (±10% or
less)
IN ABS S/V
OUT ABS S/VOperation status of all solenoidsWhen the actuator solenoid operates or
during a fail-safeON
When the actuator relay operates and
the actuator solenoid does not operateOFF
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operationBrake pedal depressed ON
Brake pedal not depressed OFF
MOTOR RELAYMotor and motor relay operation
statusWhen the motor relay and motor are
operatingON
When the motor relay and motor are not
operatingOFF
ACTUATOR RLY Actuator relay operation statusWhen the actuator relay is operating OFF
When the actuator relay is not operat-
ingON
ABS WARN LAMPABS warning lamp on condition
(Note 2)ABS warning lamp ON ON
ABS warning lamp OFF OFF
OFF LAMPVDC OFF indicator lamp on con-
dition (Note 3)When the VDC OFF indicator lamp on ON
When the VDC OFF indicator lamp off OFF
OFF SWVDC OFF switch
ON-OFF statusVDC OFF switch ON
(When the VDC OFF indicator lamp on)ON
When VDC OFF switch OFF
(When the VDC OFF indicator lamp off)OFF
SLIP LAMPSLIP indicator lamp on condition
(Note 4)When SLIP indicator lamp is ON ON
When SLIP indicator lamp is OFF OFF
BATTERY VOLTBattery voltage supplied to VDC/
TCS/ABS control unitIgnition switch ON 10 - 16V
GEARDetermined gear shift position
from the A/T PNP switch signalAlways1 (M/T vehicles normally
remain at 1)
POSITIONShift position determined by the
A/T PNP switch signalAlways## (M/T vehicles normally
remain at ##)
YAW RATE SENYaw rate detected by yaw rate
sensorVehicle stopped Approx. 0 d/s
While driving -70 - 70d/s
ACCEL POS SIGThrottle open/close status (linked
to the accelerator pedal)Do not step on the accelerator pedal
(When ignition switch is on)0%
Step on the Brake pedal (When ignition
switch is on)0 to 100%
SIDE G-SENSOR Side G detected by side G sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2
While driving
-24.3 - 24.1 m/s2
ST ANGLE SIGSteering angle detected by steer-
ing angle sensorStraight-ahead condition Approx. 0°
Steering wheel turned -720 - 720°

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Note 1: Confirm tire pressure is normal.
Note 2: ON/OFF timing of ABS warning lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After turning on the ignition switch or when an error is detected.
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal).
Note 3: ON/OFF timing of VDC OFF indicator lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on, an error is detected, or the VDC OFF switch is on
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal) and the VDC OFF switch is off
Note 4: ON/OFF timing of SLIP indicator lamp
ON: Approximately 1 sec. After turning on the ignition switch or when an error is detected.
OFF: Approximately 1 sec. After the ignition switch is turned on (when system is normal) and the VDC/TCS function is not operating
Flashing: VDC/TCS function is active during drivingPRESS SENSORBrake fluid pressure detected by
pressure sensorDo not step on the Brake pedal (When
ignition switch is on)Approx. 0 bar
Step on the accelerator pedal
(When ignition switch is on)-40 - 300 bar
ENGINE RPM Engine runningWith engine stopped 0rpm
Engine runningAlmost in accordance with
tachometer display
SNOW MODE SWSnow mode switch
ON/OFF conditionSnow mode switch ON ON
Snow mode switch OFF OFF
CONTROL BOOSTER Boost control statusWhen control booster is operating ON
When control booster is not operating OFF
M MODE A/T manual mode status AlwaysOFF (M/T vehicles normally
remain OFF)
OD OFF SW A/T OD switch status AlwaysOFF (M/T vehicles normally
remain OFF)
PARK BRAKE SW Parking brake statusParking brake depressed ON
Parking brake not depressed OFF
USV
HSVVDC switch-over valve statusDuring actuator change-over valve
operation or during a fail-safeON
When the actuator relay operates and
the actuator change-over valve does
not operateOFF
V/R POWERActuator relay activated
(ON/OFF)When actuator relay is active (engine is
running).ON
When actuator relay is not active
(before engine starts and in fail-safe
mode).OFF
M/R OUTPUTActuator motor and motor relay
status (ON/OFF)When actuator motor and motor relay
are active (“ACTIVE TEST” with CON-
SULT-III).ON
When the actuator motor and motor
relay are not operatingOFF
FLUID LEV SWBrake fluid level sensor ON/OFF
statusWhen brake fluid level sensor is on ON
When the brake fluid level sensor is off OFF
FAIL SIGNAL Fail signal statusDuring VDC fail-safe
During TCS fail-safe
During ABS fail-safe
During EBD fail-safeON Monitor item Display ContentData monitor
ConditionReference values for normal
operation

BRC-96
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CONSULT-III Functions (ABS)NFS0004A
CONSULT-III MAIN FUNCTION
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
Self-DiagnosisNFS000HK
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Before performing the self-diagnosis, start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for
approximately 1 minute.
HOW TO ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
1. After erasing DTC memory, start engine and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approximately
1 minute as the final inspection, and make sure that the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp,
SLIP indicator lamp and brake warning lamp turn OFF.
CAUTION:
If memory cannot be erased, perform applicably diagnosis.

When the wheel sensor malfunctions, after inspecting the wheel sensor system, the ABS warning lamp,
VDC OFF indicator lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and brake warning lamp will not turn OFF even when the
system is normal unless the vehicle is driving at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more for approxi-
mately 1 minute.

Brake warning lamp will turn ON in case of parking brake operation (when switch is ON) or of brake
fluid level switch operation (when brake fluid is insufficient).
Diagnostic test mode Function Reference
WORK SUPPORTThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more
accurately by following the indications on CONSULT-III.BRC-79, "
Adjustment of
Steering Angle Sensor
Neutral Position"
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.BRC-96, "Self-Diagnosis"
DATA MONITOR Input/Output data in the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit can be read.BRC-99, "Data Monitor"
CAN DIAG SUPPORT
MNTRThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of communication can be read.LAN-44, "CAN Diagnostic
Support Monitor"
ACTIVE TESTDiagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-III drives some actuators apart
from the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and also shifts some parameters in a
specified range.BRC-101, "Active Test"
FUNCTION TESTConducted by CONSULT-III instead of a technician to determine whether
each system is “OK” or “NG”.—
ECU PART NUMBER VDC/TCS/ABS control unit part number can be read. —

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DISPLAY ITEM LIST
Display item Malfunction detecting condition Check item
RR RH SENSOR -1
[C1101]When the circuit in the rear RH wheel sensor is open.
BRC-105, "
Wheel Sen-
sor System"
(Note 1) RR LH SENSOR - 1
[C1102]When the circuit in the rear LH wheel sensor is open.
FR RH SENSOR - 1
[C1103]When the circuit in the front RH wheel sensor is open.
FR LH SENSOR - 1
[C1104]When the circuit in the front LH wheel sensor is open.
RR RH SENSOR -2
[C1105]When the circuit in the rear RH wheel sensor is short-circuited. Or
when the sensor power voltage is outside the standard. When the
distance between the wheel sensor and sensor rotor is too large
and the sensor pulse cannot be recognized by the control unit.
RR LH SENSOR - 2
[C1106]When the circuit in the rear LH wheel sensor is short-circuited. Or
when the sensor power voltage is outside the standard. When the
distance between the wheel sensor and sensor rotor is too large
and the sensor pulse cannot be recognized by the control unit.
FR RH SENSOR -2
[C1107]When the circuit in the front RH wheel sensor is short-circuited. Or
when the sensor power voltage is outside the standard. When the
distance between the wheel sensor and sensor rotor is too large
and the sensor pulse cannot be recognized by the control unit.
FR LH SENSOR - 2
[C1108]When the circuit in the front LH wheel sensor is short-circuited. Or
when the sensor power voltage is outside the standard. When the
distance between the wheel sensor and sensor rotor is too large
and the sensor pulse cannot be recognized by the control unit.
BATTERY VOLTAGE
[ABNORMAL]
[C1109]When the VDC/TCS/ABS power voltage is lower than normal. BRC-120, "
VDC/TCS/
ABS Control Unit Power
and Ground Systems"
CONTROLLER FAILURE
[C1110]When there is an internal error in the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit.BRC-107, "VDC/TCS/
ABS Control Unit 1"
PUMP MOTOR
[ C 1111 ]When the control unit detects an error in the motor or motor relay.BRC-116, "ABS Motor
and Motor Relay System"
MAIN RELAY
[C1114]When the control unit detects an error in the actuator relay system.BRC-118, "Actuator
Relay System"
ABS SENSOR
[ABNORMAL SIGNAL]
[C1115]When wheel sensor input is malfunction.BRC-105, "Wheel Sen-
sor System"
(Note 1)
STOP LAMP SW
[C1116]When a stop lamp switch open-circuit is detected.BRC-119, "
Stop Lamp
Switch System"
FR LH IN ABS SOL
[C1120]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the front
left inlet solenoid system.
BRC-113, "
Solenoid and
VDC Change-Over Valve
System"
FR LH OUT ABS SOL
[C1121]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the front
left outlet solenoid system.
FR RH IN ABS SOL
[C1122]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the front
right inlet solenoid system.
FR RH OUT ABS SOL
[C1123]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the front
right outlet solenoid system.
RR LH IN ABS SOL
[C1124]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the rear
left inlet solenoid system.
RR LH OUT ABS SOL
[C1125]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the rear
left outlet solenoid system.
RR RH IN ABS SOL
[C1126]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the rear
left inlet solenoid system.
RR RH OUT ABS SOL
[C1127]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit detects an error in the rear
right outlet solenoid system.

BRC-98
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Note 1: After completing repairs of the shorted sensor circuit, when ignition switch is turned ON, ABS warning lamp turns on. Check that
ABS warning lamp turns off while driving the vehicle at approximately 30 km/h (19 MPH) for approximately 1 minute according to self-
diagnosis procedure. In addition, if wheel sensor 2 is displayed for the wheels, check the wheel sensor circuit and also check the control
unit power voltage.
Note 2: When errors are detected in several systems, including the CAN communication system [U1000], troubleshoot the CAN commu-
nication system.USV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1147]When the primary side VDC change-over valve 1 circuit is open or
short-circuit.
BRC-113, "
Solenoid and
VDC Change-Over Valve
System"
USV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1148]When the secondary side VDC change-over valve 1 circuit is open
or short-circuit.
HSV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1149]When the primary side VDC change-over valve 2 circuit is open or
short-circuit.
HSV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1150]When the secondary side VDC change-over valve 2 circuit is open
or short-circuit.
PRESS SEN CIRCUIT
[C1142]Pressure sensor open-circuit. When a short-circuit is detected. Or,
when a pressure sensor error is detected.BRC-108, "
Pressure Sen-
sor System"
ST ANG SEN CIRCUIT
[C1143]When the steering angle sensor neutral point has deviated. Or,
when a steering angle sensor error is detected.BRC-110, "Steering Angle
Sensor System"
ST ANG SEN SIGNAL
[C1144]Neutral position correction of steering angle sensor is not finished.BRC-79, "Adjustment of
Steering Angle Sensor
Neutral Position"
YAW RATE SENSOR
[C1145]When a yaw rate sensor error is detected. Or, when the yaw rate
sensor circuit is open. When a short-circuit is detected.BRC-111, "Yaw Rate/Side
G Sensor System"
SIDE G - SEN CIRCUIT
[C1146]When there is an error in the side G sensor. Or, when the side G
sensor circuit is open or short-circuited.BRC-111, "Yaw Rate/Side
G Sensor System"
ENGINE SIGNAL 1
[C1130]
Major engine components malfunctioning.BRC-107, "
Engine Sys-
tem"
ENGINE SIGNAL 2
[C1131]
ENGINE SIGNAL 3
[C1132]
ENGINE SIGNAL 4
[C1133]
ENGINE SIGNAL 5
[C1134]
ENGINE SIGNAL 6
[C1135]
EMERGENCY BRAKE
[C1153]When the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit is malfunctioning (excessive
pressure increase or insufficient pressure increase).BRC-121, "
VDC/TCS/
ABS Control Unit 2"
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW
[C1155]The brake fluid level has dropped. Or, when there is a short to
ground in the circuit between the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and
the fluid level sensor.BRC-121, "Brake Fluid
Level Switch System"
ST ANG SEN COM CIR
[C1156]CAN communication line or steering angle sensor has generated
an error.BRC-122, "CAN Commu-
nication System"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]When VDC/TCS/ABS control unit is not transmitting or receiving
CAN communication signal for 2 seconds or more.BRC-122, "CAN Commu-
nication System"
(Note 2) Display item Malfunction detecting condition Check item

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Data MonitorNFS000HL
DISPLAY ITEM LIST
×: Standard –: Not applicable : Option
Item (Unit)SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
FR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by front LH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
FR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by front RH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
RR RH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by rear RH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
RR LH SENSOR
[km/h (MPH)]xxWheel speed calculated by rear LH wheel sen-
sor signal is displayed.
FR LH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront left inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR LH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront left outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR RH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear right inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR RH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear right outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR RH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront right inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
FR RH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xFront right outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR LH IN SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear left inlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
RR LH OUT SOL
(ON/OFF)–xRear left outlet ABS solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
STOP LAMP SW
(ON/OFF)x x Stop lamp switch (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
MOTOR RELAY
(ON/OFF)–xABS motor relay (ON/OFF) condition is dis-
played.
ACTUATOR REL
(ON/OFF)–xABS actuator relay (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
ABS WARN LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xABS warning lamp (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
OFF LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xVDC OFF indicator lamp (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
OFF SW
(ON/OFF)x x VDC OFF switch (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
SLIP LAMP
(ON/OFF)–xSLIP indicator lamp (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
BATTERY VOLT
(V )xxThe voltage supplied to the VDC/TCS/ABS
control unit is displayed.
GEAR x xThe gear position determined from the A/T PNP
switch signal is displayed.
SLCT LVR POSI
(For A/T models)xxShift position determined from the A/T PNP
switch signal is displayed.
YAW RATE SEN
(d/s)xxYaw rate detected by the yaw rate sensor is dis-
played.
ACCEL POS SIG
(%)x–Throttle position status determined from the
CAN communication signal is displayed.

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SIDE G SENSOR
(m/s2 )x–Side G detected by the side G sensor is dis-
played.
STR ANGLE SIG
(°)x–Steering angle detected by the steering angle
sensor is displayed.
PRESS SENSOR
(bar )x–Brake hydraulic pressured detected by the
pressure sensor is displayed.
ENGINE RPM
(rpm)x–The engine speed status determined from the
CAN communication signal is displayed.
SNOW MODE SW
(ON/OFF)––Snow mode switch (ON/OFF) status deter-
mined from the CAN communication signal is
displayed.
BST OPER SIG
(ON/OFF)––Control booster operation signal (ON/OFF) sta-
tus determined from the CAN communication
signal is displayed.
M - MODE SIG
(ON/OFF)–– M mode (ON/OFF) status determined from the
CAN communication signal is displayed.
OD OFF SW
(ON/OFF)––OD cancel switch (ON/OFF) status determined
from the CAN communication signal is dis-
played.
EBD SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)– – EBD operation (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
ABS SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)– – ABS operation (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
TCS SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)– – TCS operation (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
VDC SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)– – VDC operation (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
EBD FAIL SIG
(ON/OFF)––EBD fail-safe signal (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
ABS FAIL SIG
(ON/OFF)––ABS fail-safe signal (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
TCS FAIL SIG
(ON/OFF)––TCS fail-safe signal (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
VDC FAIL SIG
(ON/OFF)––The VDC fail-safe signal (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
CRANKING SIG
(ON/OFF)––Ignition switch START position signal input sta-
tus is displayed.
ASCD SIGNAL
(ON/OFF)– – ASCD (ON/OFF) status is displayed.
FLUID LEV
(ON/OFF)x–Brake fluid level sensor (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
PARKING BRAKE SW
(ON/OFF)x–Parking brake switch (ON/OFF) status is dis-
played.
USV FL-RR
(ON/OFF)––Primary side USV solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
USV FR-RL
(ON/OFF)––Secondary side USV solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
HSV FL-RR
(ON/OFF)––Primary side HSV solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed.
HSV FR-RL
(ON/OFF)––Secondary side HSV solenoid valve (ON/OFF)
status is displayed. Item (Unit)SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU

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Active TestNFS000IP
CAUTION:

Do not perform active test while driving.

Make sure to completely bleed air from the brake system.

The ABS and brake warning lamps turn on during the active test.
NOTE:

When the active test is conducted while depressing the pedal, the pedal depression amount will change,
but this is normal.

Approximately 10 seconds after the operation is begun, “TEST STOP” will be displayed.
TEST ITEM
Solenoid valve
CAUTION:
The example shown is for the front right wheel. The procedure for the other wheels is the same as
given below.

When conducting an active test of the ABS function, select the main item for each test item. In addition,
when conducting an active test of the VDC/TCS function, select the item menu for each test item.

For the ABS solenoid valve, touch “UP”, “KEEP”, “DOWN” on the display screen. For the ABS solenoid
valve (ACT), touch “UP”, “ACT UP”, “ACT KEEP” and confirm that the solenoid valves (IN, OUT, USV,
HSV) operate as shown in the table below.
*: ON for 1 to 2 seconds after the touch, and then OFF
ABS Motor
Touch “ON”, “OFF” on the display screen and make sure the ABS motor relay is operating as shown in the
table below.
Correct and Quick DiagnosisNFS0004B
DIAGNOSIS PRECAUTIONS

Before performing the trouble diagnosis, always read the general information (GI) to confirm the general
precautions. Refer to GI-3, "
General Precautions" .

When replacing steering angle sensor, steering system components or suspension system components,
and when adjusting the alignment, be sure to adjust the steering angle sensor neutral position before driv-
ing. Refer to BRC-79, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position" .

After completing service, always erase the self-diagnosis results. Refer to BRC-96, "HOW TO ERASE
SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS" .
V/R OUTPUT
(ON/OFF)––Valve relay operation signal (ON/OFF) status is
displayed.
M/R OUTPUT
(ON/OFF)––Monitor relay operation signal (ON/OFF) status
is displayed. Item (Unit)SELECT MONITOR ITEM
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALSMAIN
SIGNALSSELECTION
FROM MENU
OperationABS solenoid valve ABS solenoid valve (ACT)
UP KEEP DOWN UP ACT UP ACT KEEP
FR RH IN SOL OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
FR RH OUT SOL OFF OFF ON* OFF OFF OFF
USV [FR - RL] OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON
HSV [FR - RR] OFF OFF OFF OFF ON* OFF
Operation ON OFF
MOTOR RELAY ON OFF
ACTUATOR RLY ON ON

BRC-102
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When inspection of the continuity or voltage between units is performed, check connector terminals for
disconnection, looseness, bend, or collapse. If any non-standard condition is detected, repair or replace
applicable part.

Intermittent errors may be caused by a poor connection in the harness, connector, or terminal. Move har-
nesses, harness connectors, or terminals by hand to make sure all connections are solid and undamaged.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

VDC/TCS/ABS is a system that uses electronic control to perform brake control and engine power control.
Therefore, phenomena like those shown in the following table may occur, but this is because the system is
working normally.
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noiseThe is a motor operation sound inside VDC/TCS/ABS actuator, and some-
times there is a slight sound when VDC, TCS, or ABS operates.
Normal
Just after the engine starts, the motor operating noise may be heard. This
is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check noiseWhen the engine is started, you may barely be able to hear a slight thud-
ding sound from the engine room, but this sound is made by the system
operation check and is normal.Normal
TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp ON)TCS may be activated any time the vehicle suddenly accelerates, suddenly
downshifts, or is driven on a road with a varying surface friction coefficient.
Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer. When inspecting the speedometer, etc., press VDC OFF switch to turn off
TCS function before conducting the work.
When accelerator pedal is depressed on a chassis dynamometer (front
wheel fixing type), the vehicle speed will not increase. This is normal,
because TCS is activated by the stationary front wheels. The warning lamp
may also turn on to show “sensor system error” in this case. This is not a
malfunction either, because the stationary front wheels are detected.
Restart engine, and drive the vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or higher to
check that the warning lamp no longer turns on.
ABS operation
(longer stopping distance)Stopping distance may be longer for vehicles with ABS when the vehicle
drives on rough or snow-covered roads. Use lower speeds when driving on
these kinds of roads.Normal
Sluggish feelDepending on road circumstances, the driver may have a sluggish feel.
This is normal, because under TCS operation optimum traction has the
highest priority (safety first). Sometimes the driver has a slight sluggish feel
in response to substantial accelerator pedal operation.Normal