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Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION LINE 

    Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE ".

    Is any malfunction in the CAN communication indicated in the results? 

    1. YES : Check CAN communication line. Refer to "DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE ".
    2. NO : GO TO 2.
  2. CHECK POWER SOURCE 
    1. Turn ignition switch "ON". (Do not start engine.)
    2. Check the voltage between tow mode switch connector M67 terminal 1 and ground.
      CONNECTOR TERMINAL VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION

      Condition Tow mode switch Data (Approx.)
      When ignition switch is turned to "ON" ON 0V
      OFF Battery voltage

    OK or NG 

    1. OK : INSPECTION END 
    2. NG : GO TO 3.
      Fig 1: Identifying Voltage Between Tow Mode Switch Connector M67 Terminal 1 And Ground
      G04133506Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. CHECK TOW MODE SWITCH 
    1. Turn ignition switch "OFF".
    2. Disconnect tow mode switch connector.
    3. Check continuity between tow mode switch terminals 1 and 2.
      CONNECTOR TERMINAL CONTINUITY SPECIFICATION

      Condition Continuity
      Tow mode switch "ON" Yes
      Tow mode switch "OFF" No

    OK or NG 

    1. OK : GO TO 4.
    2. NG : Repair or replace tow mode switch.
      Fig 2: Identifying Continuity Between Tow Mode Switch Terminals 1 And 2
      G04133507Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM 

    Check the following items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

    • Harness for short or open between combination meter connector terminal 35 and tow mode switch connector terminal 1.
    • Harness for short or open between tow mode switch connector terminal 2 and ground.

    OK or NG 

    1. OK : GO TO 5.
    2. NG : Repair or replace damaged parts.
  5. CHECK COMBINATION METER 

    Check the combination meter. Refer to "HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ".

    OK or NG 

    1. OK : INSPECTION END 
    2. NO : Repair or replace damaged parts.