power steering NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Engine Control User Guide

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TP SEN 1-B1 [V]
The throttle position sensor signal voltage is dis-
played.
THRTL SEN 2-B1 signal is converted by ECM
internally. Thus, it differs from ECM terminal
voltage signal. TP SEN 2-B1 [V]
FUEL T/TMP SE [°C]
or [°F]

The fuel temperature (determined by the signal volt-
age of the fuel tank temperature sensor) is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE [°C] or
[°F]

The intake air temperature (determined by the signal
voltage of the intake air temperature sensor) is indi-
cated.
EVAP SYS PRES [V]

The signal voltage of EVAP control system pressure
sensor is displayed.
FUEL LEVEL SE [V]

The signal voltage of the fuel level sensor is displayed.
START SIGNAL [ON/
OFF]

Indicates start signal status [ON/OFF] computed by
the ECM according to the signals of engine speed and
battery voltage.
After starting the engine, [OFF] is displayed
regardless of the starter signal.
CLSD THL POS [ON/
OFF]

Indicates idle position [ON/OFF] computed by ECM
according to the accelerator pedal position sensor sig-
nal.
AIR COND SIG [ON/
OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of the air conditioner
switch as determined by the air conditioner signal.
P/N POSI SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the park/neutral
position (PNP) switch signal.
PW/ST SIGNAL [ON/
OFF]

[ON/OFF] condition of the power steering system
(determined by the signal voltage of the power steer-
ing pressure sensor) is indicated.
LOAD SIGNAL [ON/
OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the electrical load
signal.
ON: Rear window defogger switch is ON and/or light-
ing switch is in 2nd position.
OFF: Both rear window defogger switch and lighting
switch are OFF.
IGNITION SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from ignition switch sig-
nal.
HEATER FAN SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the heater fan
switch signal.
BRAKE SW
[ON/OFF]

Indicates [ON/OFF] condition from the stop lamp
switch signal.
INJ PULSE-B1 [msec]

Indicates the actual fuel injection pulse width compen-
sated by ECM according to the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a certain com-
puted value is indicated.
INJ PULSE-B2 [msec]
IGN TIMING [BTDC]

Indicates the ignition timing computed by ECM
according to the input signals.
When the engine is stopped, a certain value is
indicated.
CAL/LD VALUE [%]

“Calculated load value” indicates the value of the cur-
rent air flow divided by peak air flow.
MASS AIRFLOW [g·m/
s]

Indicates the mass air flow computed by ECM accord-
ing to the signal voltage of the mass air flow sensor.
PURG VOL C/V [%]

Indicates the EVAP canister purge volume control
solenoid valve control value computed by the ECM
according to the input signals.

The opening becomes larger as the value increases.
INT/V TIM(B1) [°CA]

Indicates [°CA] of intake camshaft advanced angle.
INT/V TIM(B2) [°CA]
EXH/V TIM B1 [°CA]

Indicates [°CA] of exhaust camshaft retarded angle.
EXH/V TIM B2 [°CA] Monitored item [Unit] Description Remarks

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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
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17. CHECK “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of "DATA MONITOR" mode, and make sure that the indication is within the
SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG (More than the SP value)>>GO TO 18.
NG (Less than the SP value)>>GO TO 25.
18. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Check for the cause of large engine friction. Refer to the following.
–Engine oil level is too high
–Engine oil viscosity
–Belt tension of power steering, alternator, A/C compressor, etc. is excessive
–Noise from engine
–Noise from transmission, etc.
2. Check for the cause of insufficient combustion. Refer to the following.
–Valve clearance malfunction
–Intake valve timing control function malfunction
–Camshaft sprocket installation malfunction, etc.
>> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 30.
19. CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
Check for the cause of uneven air flow through mass air flow sensor. Refer to the following.

Crushed air ducts

Malfunctioning seal of air cleaner element

Uneven dirt of air cleaner element

Improper specification of intake air system
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 21.
NG >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part, and then GO TO 20.
20. CHECK “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, AND “B/FUEL SCHDL”
Select “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2”, and “B/FUEL SCHDL” in “SPEC” of "DATA MONITOR" mode, and
make sure that the each indication is within the SP value.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG (“B/FUEL SCHDL” is more, “A/F ALPHA-B1”, “A/F ALPHA-B2” are less than the SP value)>>GO TO 21.
21. DISCONNECT AND RECONNECT MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Stop the engine.
2. Disconnect mass air flow sensor harness connector. Check pin terminal and connector for damage and
then reconnect it again.
>> GO TO 22.

EC-398
DTC P0340, P0345 CMP SENSOR (PHASE)
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
Pulse signal is measured by CONSULT-III.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
: Average voltage for pulse signal (Actual pulse signal can be confirmed by oscilloscope.)TER-
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COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
59 BR/YCamshaft position sensor
(PHASE) (bank 1)[Engine is running]

Warm-up condition

Idle speed
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm at
idle.3.0 - 5.0V
[Engine is running]

Engine speed: 2,000 rpm3.0 - 5.0V
60 R/LSensor power supply
[Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE) (bank 1), Exhaust
valve timing control position
sensor (bank 1), Power
steering pressure sensor][Ignition switch: ON]5V
96 P/LSensor ground
[Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE) (bank 1), Power
steering pressure sensor][Engine is running]

Warm-up condition

Idle speed0V
PBIB3553E
PBIB3554E

EC-498
DTC P0506 ISC SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0506 ISC SYSTEMPFP:23781
DescriptionNBS000AM
NOTE:
If DTC P0506 is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for the other DTC.
The ECM controls the engine idle speed to a specified level through the fine adjustment of the air, which is let
into the intake manifold, by operating the electric throttle control actuator. The operating of the throttle valve is
varied to allow for optimum control of the engine idling speed. The crankshaft position sensor (POS) detects
the actual engine speed and sends a signal to the ECM.
The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator so that the engine speed coincides with the target value
memorized in the ECM. The target engine speed is the lowest speed at which the engine can operate steadily.
The optimum value stored in the ECM is determined by taking into consideration various engine conditions,
such as during warming up, deceleration, and engine load (air conditioner, power steering and cooling fan
operation, etc.).
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000AN
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000AO
NOTE:

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait
at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

If the target idle speed is out of the specified value, perform EC-77, "Idle Air Volume Learning" ,
before conducting DTC Confirmation Procedure. For the target idle speed, refer to EC-718, "
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VICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)" .
TESTING CONDITION:

Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 11V at idle.

Always perform the test at a temperature above −10°C (14°F).
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Open engine hood.
2. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Restart engine and run it for at least 1 minute at idle speed.
5. Check 1st trip DTC.
6. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-498, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AP
1. CHECK INTAKE AIR LEAK
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Listen for an intake air leak after the mass air flow sensor.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Discover air leak location and repair.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0506
0506Idle speed control sys-
tem RPM lower than
expectedThe idle speed is less than the target idle
speed by 100 rpm or more.

Electric throttle control actuator

Intake air leak

EC-500
DTC P0507 ISC SYSTEM
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0507 ISC SYSTEMPFP:23781
DescriptionNBS000AQ
NOTE:
If DTC P0507 is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for the other DTC.
The ECM controls the engine idle speed to a specified level through the fine adjustment of the air, which is let
into the intake manifold, by operating the electric throttle control actuator. The operating of the throttle valve is
varied to allow for optimum control of the engine idling speed. The crankshaft position sensor (POS) detects
the actual engine speed and sends a signal to the ECM.
The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator so that the engine speed coincides with the target value
memorized in the ECM. The target engine speed is the lowest speed at which the engine can operate steadily.
The optimum value stored in the ECM is determined by taking into consideration various engine conditions,
such as during warming up, deceleration, and engine load (air conditioner, power steering and cooling fan
operation, etc.).
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000AR
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000AS
NOTE:

If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait
at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

If the target idle speed is out of the specified value, perform EC-77, "Idle Air Volume Learning" ,
before conducting DTC Confirmation Procedure. For the target idle speed, refer to EC-718, "
SER-
VICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)" .
TESTING CONDITION:

Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 11V at idle.

Always perform the test at a temperature above −10°C (14°F).
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Open engine hood.
2. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Restart engine and run it for at least 1 minute at idle speed.
5. Check 1st trip DTC.
6. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-500, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
Diagnostic ProcedureNBS000AT
1. CHECK PCV HOSE CONNECTION
Confirm that PCV hose is connected correctly.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair or replace.
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0507
0507Idle speed control sys-
tem RPM higher than
expectedThe idle speed is more than the target idle
speed by 200 rpm or more.

Electric throttle control actuator

Intake air leak

PCV system

EC-502
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0550 PSP SENSORPFP:49763
Component DescriptionNBS000AU
Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor (1) is installed to the power
steering high-pressure tube and detects a power steering load. This
sensor is a potentiometer which transforms the power steering load
into output voltage, and emits the voltage signal to the ECM. The
ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator and adjusts the
throttle valve opening angle to increase the engine speed and
adjusts the idle speed for the increased load.
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeNBS000AV
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000AW
The MIL will not light up for this self-diagnosis.
NOTE:
If DTC P0550 is displayed with DTC P0643, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC P0643.
Refer to EC-514, "
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY" .
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000AX
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for at least 5 seconds.
2. Check 1st trip DTC.
3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to EC-505, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
2 : Alternator
: Vehicle front
PBIB3511E
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
PW/ST SIGNAL

Engine: After warming up, idle
the engineSteering wheel: Not being turned OFF
Steering wheel: Being turned ON
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0550
0550Power steering pres-
sure sensor circuitAn excessively low or high voltage from the
sensor is sent to ECM.

Harness or connectors
(The sensor circuit is open or shorted)

Power steering pressure sensor

EC-504
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and ground.
CAUTION:
Do not use ECM ground terminals when measuring input/output voltage. Doing so may result in dam-
age to the ECM's transistor. Use a ground other than ECM terminals, such as the ground.
TER-
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COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
60 R/LSensor power supply
[Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE) (bank 1), Exhaust
valve timing control position
sensor (bank 1), Power
steering pressure sensor][Ignition switch: ON]5V
87 YPower steering pressure
sensor[Engine is running]

Steering wheel: Being turned0.5 - 4.5V
[Engine is running]

Steering wheel: Not being turned0.4 - 0.8V
96 P/LSensor ground
[Camshaft position sensor
(PHASE) (bank 1), Power
steering pressure sensor][Engine is running]

Warm-up condition

Idle speed0V

EC-506
DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
2. CHECK PSP SENSOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect power steering pressure (PNP) sensor (1) harness
connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between PSP sensor terminal 1 and ground with
CONSULT-III or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power
in harness or connectors.
3. CHECK PSP SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT FOR OPEN AND SHORT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ECM harness connector.
3. Check harness continuity between PSP sensor terminal 3 and ECM terminal 96.
Refer to Wiring Diagram.
4. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4. CHECK PSP SENSOR INPUT SIGNAL CIRCUIT FOR OPEN AND SHORT
1. Check harness continuity between ECM terminal 87 and PSP sensor terminal 2.
Refer to Wiring Diagram.
2. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
5. CHECK PSP SENSOR
Refer to EC-507, "
Component Inspection" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace PNP sensor.
1 : Alternator
: Vehicle front
PBIB3511E
Voltage: Approximately 5V
PBIB0188E
Continuity should exist.
Continuity should exist.

DTC P0550 PSP SENSOR
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6. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to EC-141, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT" .
>>INSPECTION END
Component InspectionNBS000B0
POWER STEERING PRESSURE SENSOR
1. Reconnect all harness connectors disconnected.
2. Start engine and let it idle.
3. Check voltage between ECM terminal 87 and ground under the
following conditions.
Removal and InstallationNBS000B1
POWER STEERING PRESSURE SENSOR
Refer to PS-33, "HYDRAULIC LINE" .
Condition Voltage
Steering wheel: Being turned 0.5 - 4.5V
Steering wheel: Not being turned 0.4 - 0.8V
PBIB3575E

EC-514
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLY
Revision: 2006 November2007 350Z
DTC P0643 SENSOR POWER SUPPLYPFP:18919
On Board Diagnosis LogicNBS000DW
This self-diagnosis has the one trip detection logic.
FAIL-SAFE MODE
When the malfunction is detected, ECM enters fail-safe mode and the MIL lights up.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNBS000DX
NOTE:
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at
least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 8V at idle.
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Start engine and let it idle for 1 second.
2. Check DTC.
3. If DTC is detected, go to EC-517, "
Diagnostic Procedure" .
WITH GST
Follow the procedure “WITH CONSULT-III” above.
DTC No.Trouble diagnosis
nameDTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0643
0643Sensor power supply
circuit shortECM detects a voltage of power
source for sensor is excessively
low or high.

Harness or connectors
(APP sensor 1 circuit is shorted.)
(TP sensor circuit is shorted.)
[CMP sensor (PHASE) (bank 1) circuit is shorted.]
[EVT control position sensor (bank 1) circuit is shorted.]
(PSP sensor circuit is shorted.)

Accelerator pedal position sensor

Throttle position sensor

Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) (bank 1)

Exhaust valve timing control position sensor (bank 1)

Power steering pressure sensor
Engine operation condition in fail-safe mode
ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return
spring.