Nissan Pathfinder (2011 year). Instruction - part 198

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY

4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY

Description

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The 4WD warning lamp flashes quickly while driving (2 times / second).  The lamp continues to flash until the

ignition switch is turned OFF.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK TIRE

Check the following.

• Tire pressure

• Wear condition

• Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 2. 

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

2.

CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP

Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle for a short period of time.
Does flashing stop?

YES

>> Inspection End. 

NO

>> GO TO 3.

3.

CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE

Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to 

DLN-74, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-88, "Reference Value"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES SLOWLY

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES SLOWLY

Description

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The 4WD warning lamp flashes slowly while driving (1 time / 2 seconds).  The lamp continues to flash until the

ignition switch is turned OFF.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK TIRE

Check the following.

• Tire pressure

• Wear condition

• Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 2. 

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

2.

CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE

Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to 

DLN-74, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure switch system. Refer to 

DLN-77, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-88, "Reference Value"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

Description

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This symptom occurs when the vehicle is accelerating in 4WD and the steering wheel is turned fully either

direction.  It may feel like a bump or being pushed from behind.  A small amount of this bumping feeling is

acceptable under certain road conditions.  The transfer case may be adjusted using the CONSULT-III to com-

pensate for this condition.

Diagnosis Procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

NOTE:

• Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions in AUTO mode.  This is not a

malfunction.

• Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs when vehicle is driven in the following conditions: 4WD shift

switch is 4H or 4LO, steering wheel is turned fully to either side.

1.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE

Perform self-diagnosis.  Refer to 

DLN-23, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)"

.

Is CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000] displayed?

YES

>> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD shift switch system. Refer to 

DLN-38, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SIGNAL CIRCUIT

Perform self diagnosis for ECM.  Refer to 

EC-530, "CONSULT-III Function"

.

Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?

YES

>> Check the malfunctioning system.

NO

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID

Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure solenoid system. Refer to 

DLN-60, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

5.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 6.

6.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-88, "Reference Value"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 7.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

7.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-156, "Disassembly and Assembly"

.

2. Check transfer inner parts.

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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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ATP SWITCH

ATP SWITCH

Description

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The ATP indicator is ON when the transfer case is not in neutral.

Diagnosis Procedure

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Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to 

DLN-100, "Wiring Diagram"

.

1.

CHECK ATP SWITCH SIGNAL

With CONSULT-III

1. Start engine.

2. Select DATA MONITOR mode for ALL MODE AWD/4WD with CONSULT-III.

3. Read out the value of ATP SWITCH.

Without CONSULT-III

1. Start engine.

2. Check voltage between transfer control unit harness connector

terminal and ground.

Are inspection results normal?

YES 

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT AND ATP SWITCH

1. Turn ignition switch OFF. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)

2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector and the ATP switch harness connector.

3. Check continuity between transfer control unit harness connec-

tor M153 terminal 40 and ATP switch harness connector F55

terminal 8.

Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.

Are inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

Condition

Display value

• Vehicle stopped
• Engine running
• A/T selector lever 

N

• Brake pedal de-

pressed

4WD shift switch
: 4H to 4LO or 4LO to 4H
(While actuator motor is operating.)

 ON

Except the above

OFF

Connector

Terminal

Condition

Voltage 

(Approx.)

M153

40 - 

Ground

• Vehicle stopped
• Engine running
• A/T selector lever 

N

• Brake pedal de-

pressed

4WD shift switch: 4H 
to 4LO or 4LO to 4H
(While actuator motor 
is operating.)

0V

Except the above

Battery 
voltage

SDIA2755E

Continuity should exist.

SDIA2756E

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ATP SWITCH

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3.

CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT

1. Turn ignition switch OFF. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)

2. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.

3. Check continuity between ATP switch harness connector F55

terminal 9 and ground.

Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.

Are inspection results normal?

YES 

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power

in harness or connectors.

4.

CHECK ATP SWITCH 

1. Turn ignition switch OFF. (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)

2. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.

3. Remove ATP switch. Refer to 

DLN-19, "Component Parts Location"

.

4. Push and release ATP switch and check continuity between ATP

switch terminals 8 and 9.

Are inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> Replace ATP switch.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-88, "Reference Value"

.

Are inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

6.

CHECK ATP WARNING LAMP

1. Turn ignition switch ON.  (Do not start engine.)

2. Move A/T selector lever to P position.

3. Set 4WD shift switch from 4H to 4LO or 4LO to 4H.
Does ATP warning lamp turn ON while switching?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 

DLN-119, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Continuity should exist.

SDIA2394E

Terminal

Condition

Continuity

8 - 9

Push ATP switch

Yes

Release ATP switch

No

SDIA2757E

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4WD SYSTEM DOES NOT OPERATE

4WD SYSTEM DOES NOT OPERATE

Description

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The vehicle can not be put into 4WD mode.  (Possible hydraulic malfunction)

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD shift switch system. Refer to 

DLN-38, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 2.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

2.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure switch system. Refer to 

DLN-77, "Diagnosis Procedure"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

 Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-88, "Reference Value"

.

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-156, "Disassembly and Assembly"

.

2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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PRECAUTIONS

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PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT 
PRE-TENSIONER"

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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along

with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain

types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS

system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front

air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-

ual.

WARNING:

• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by

an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag

Module, see the SR section.

• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Instruction. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-

ness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a

hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing

serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

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NOTE:

• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-

TEM).

• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the

″

LOCK

″

 position.

• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.

If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-

anism is adopted on the key cylinder.

For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and

steering wheel rotation will become impossible.

If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before

starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Connect both battery cables.

NOTE:

Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the 

″

ACC

″

 position. At this time, the

steering lock will be released.

3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be

rotated.

4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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