ESP NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Brake Control System Workshop Manual

BRC-28
[ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
3. CHECK ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connec-
tor E51.
2. Check continuity and voltage between connector terminals and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check battery (terminal looseness, power drop, etc.) error. If there is an error, make repairs.
NG >> Corresponding harness circuit error. Repair the circuit.
SFIA1880E
Signal nameABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit)Measurement condition Voltage
Power supply 29Ignition switch ONBattery voltage
(Approx. 12 V)
Ignition switch OFF Approx. 0 V
SFIA1881E
Signal nameABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit)Measurement condition Continuity
Ground 16, 30 Ignition switch OFF Yes

BRC-58
[TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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System operation check noiseWhen the engine is started, you may barely be able to hear a slight thudding
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
When conducting the
inspection on a chas-
sis dynamometer,
cancel the TCS func-
tion. When inspecting the speedometer, etc., press TCS 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 more 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 Symptom Symptom description Result

BRC-60
[TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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ABS WARNING LAMP, TCS OFF INDICATOR LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure ABS warning lamp, TCS OFF indicator lamp (when TCS 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
TCS OFF indicator lamp and then TCS OFF switch. Refer to BRC-68, "
TCS OFF SWITCH" . Check CAN
communications. Refer to “CAN Communication Inspection”. If there are no errors with TCS OFF switch
and CAN communication system, check combination meter. Refer to BRC-67, "
CAN Communication Sys-
tem" .
2. Make sure lamp turns off approximately 1 second after the ignition switch is turned on. If the lamp does
not turn off, conduct self-diagnosis.
3. With the engine running, make sure TCS OFF indicator lamp turns on and off when TCS OFF switch is
turned on and off. If the indicator lamp status does not correspond to switch operation, check the TCS
OFF switch system. Refer to BRC-68, "
TCS OFF SWITCH" .
4. Make sure ABS warning lamp, TCS OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off 2 seconds after
the engine is started. If ABS warning lamp, TCS OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp have not
turned off 10 seconds after the engine has been started, conduct self-diagnosis of the ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit).
5. After conducting the self-diagnosis, be sure to erase the error memory. Refer to BRC-53, "
HOW TO
ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS" .

BRC-64
[TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
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ABS Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit) Power and Ground SystemsNFS0003B
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Check self-diagnosis results.
Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis display items?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> INSPECTION END
2. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector, check terminal to see if it is deformed,
disconnected, loose, etc., and if there is an error, repair or replace the terminal.
2. Securely reconnect the connector and then perform self-diagnosis.
Is the result of self-diagnosis normal?
YES >> The connector terminal contact is loose, damaged, open or shorted.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connec-
tor E51.
2. Check continuity and voltage between ABS actuator and electric
unit (control unit) connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check battery (terminal looseness, power drop, etc.) Error. If there is an error, make repairs.
NG >> Corresponding harness circuit error. Repair the circuit.
Self-diagnosis results
BATTERY VOLTAGE [ABNORMAL]
SFIA1880E
Signal name ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Measurement condition Voltage
Power supply 29Ignition switch ON Battery voltage (Approx. 12 V)
Ignition switch OFF Approx. 0 V
SFIA1881E
Signal name ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Measurement condition Continuity
Ground 16, 30 Ignition switch OFF Yes

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
BRC-71
[TCS/ABS]
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BRC
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Pedal Vibration or ABS Operation Sound OccursNFS0003L
CAUTION:
Under the following conditions, when brake pedal is lightly depressed (just place a foot on it), ABS is
activated and vibration is felt. However, this is normal.

When shifting gears

When driving on slippery road

During cornering at high speed

When passing over bumps or grooves [50 mm (1.97 in) or more]

When pulling away just after starting engine [at approximately 10 km/h (6 MPH) or higher]
1. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if pedal vibration or operation sound occurs when the engine is started.
Does the symptom occur?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to BRC-53, "
OPERATION PROCEDURE" .
2. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check symptom when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.
Does the symptom occur when the electrical component (head lamp, etc.) switches are operated?
YES >> Check if there is a radio, antenna, antenna lead wire, or wiring close to the control unit (or its wir-
ing), and if there is, move it farther away.
NO >> GO TO 3. CHECK WHEEL SENSOR AND SENSOR ROTOR in BRC-69, "
Excessive ABS Func-
tion Operation Frequency" .
The Vehicle Jerks Around During TCS/ABS ControlNFS0003M
1. CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
Conduct CONSULT-III ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) “Data Monitor”.
Is the speed during idling 400 rpm or higher?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM
Perform ECM self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items. Refer to EC-81, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" in “Engine Control
(EC section)”.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if the vehicle jerks during TCS/ABS control.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK A/T SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM
Perform A/T self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the corresponding items. Refer toAT- 4 0 , "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" in “A/T”.

BRC-72
[TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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5. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check if the vehicle jerks during TCS/ABS control.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM 1
Conduct self-diagnosis of the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items, make repairs, and re-conduct the ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) self-diagnosis.
NO >> GO TO 7.
7. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector and the ECM connectors, check the
terminals for deformation, disconnection, looseness, and so on. If there is an error, repair or replace the
connector.
2. Securely reconnect the connector and conduct self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> If the connector terminal contact is loose, damaged, open or shorted, repair or replace the con-
nector terminal.
NG >> GO TO 8.
8. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM 2
Re-conduct the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Repair or replace any non-standard items.
NO >> GO TO 9.
9. CHECK CIRCUIT BETWEEN ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) AND THE
ECM
Check CAN communication system. Refer to BRC-67, "
CAN Communication System" .
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Connect the connector and re-conduct the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diag-
nosis.

BRC-102
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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

BRC-104
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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2. Make sure lamp turns off approximately 1 second after the ignition switch is turned on. If the lamp does
not turn off, conduct self-diagnosis.
3. With the engine running, make sure VDC OFF indicator lamp turns on and off when VDC OFF switch is
turned on and off. If the indicator lamp status does not correspond to switch operation, check the VDC
OFF switch system. Refer to BRC-122, "
VDC OFF SWITCH" .
4. Make sure ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp turn off 2 seconds after
the engine is started. If ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp, and SLIP indicator lamp have not
turned off 10 seconds after the engine has been started, conduct self-diagnosis of the VDC/TCS/ABS
control unit.
5. After conducting the self-diagnosis, be sure to erase the error memory. Refer to BRC-96, "
HOW TO
ERASE SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS"

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
BRC-121
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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3. CHECK VDC/TCS/ABS CONTROL UNIT POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect VDC/TCS/ABS control unit connector B114.
2. With the ignition switch turned on and off, check voltage
between VDC/TCS/ABS control unit connector and ground.
3. Check continuity between VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check battery (terminal looseness, low voltage, etc.) For
any non-standard condition. If any non-standard condi-
tion exists, recharge or replace battery as necessary.
NG >> The corresponding harness circuit is open or shorted.
Repair the circuit.
VDC/TCS/ABS Control Unit 2NFS0004O
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Check self-diagnosis results.
When any item other than “EMERGENCY BRAKE” is indicated in self-diagnosis display, follow the instructions
below.
CAUTION:
“EMERGENCY BRAKE” is indicated when control unit itself is detected as an error. If this display item
is indicated, replace control unit.
Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis display items?
YES >> Replace VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and re-conduct the self-diagnosis.
NO >> INSPECTION END
Brake Fluid Level Switch SystemNFS0004P
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
1. Check brake reservoir tank fluid level. If the level is low, add brake fluid.
2. Erase the self-diagnosis results and check self-diagnosis results.
Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis display items?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> INSPECTION END
Signal name VDC/TCS/ABS control unit Ground Voltage
Power supply 1 —Battery voltage
(Approx. 12 V)
SFIA1903E
Signal name VDC/TCS/ABS control unit Ground Continuity
Ground 28, 29 — Yes
SFIA1897E
Self-diagnosis results
EMERGENCY BRAKE
Self-diagnosis results
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW

BRC-126
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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Vehicle Jerks During VDC/TCS/ABS ControlNFS0004X
1. CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
Conduct CONSULT-III VDC/TCS/ABS control unit “Data Monitor”.
Is engine speed at idle 400 rpm or higher?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM
Perform ECM self-diagnosis.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items. Refer to EC-81, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" in “Engine Control
(EC section)”.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. SYMPTOM CHECK 1
Check if the vehicle jerks during VDC/TCS/ABS control.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK A/T SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS ITEM
Perform A/T self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the corresponding items. Refer to AT- 4 0 , "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" in “A/T”.
5. SYMPTOM CHECK 2
Check if the vehicle jerks during VDC/TCS/ABS control.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT ITEM 1
Conduct self-diagnosis of the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit.
Are self-diagnosis items displayed?
YES >> Check the corresponding items, make repairs, and re-conduct the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit self-
diagnosis.
NO >> GO TO 7.
7. CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Disconnect the VDC/TCS/ABS control unit and the ECM connectors, check the terminals for deformation,
disconnection, looseness, and so on. If there is an error, repair or replace the connector.
2. Securely reconnect the connector and conduct self-diagnosis.
OK or NG
OK >> If the connector terminal contact is loose, damaged, open or shorted, repair or replace the con-
nector terminal.
NG >> GO TO 8.