Steering Control System: Section
Steering Control System: Section
SECTION
STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM
STC B
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CONTENTS
EPS TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM .................... 15 F
DTC C1601 BATTERY VOLT ................................. 15
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3 CONSULT-III REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System MONITOR MODE ................................................ 15 STC
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES FOR
SIONER” .................................................................. 3 EPS CONTROL UNIT ......................................... 15
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 15
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 3 H
DTC C1604 TORQUE SENSOR ............................ 16
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 3 CONSULT-III REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA
Service Notice or Precautions for EPS System ....... 4 MONITOR MODE ................................................ 16
EPS SYSTEM ............................................................. 5 TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES FOR I
System Description .................................................. 5 EPS CONTROL UNIT ......................................... 16
EPS CONTROL UNIT ........................................... 5 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 16
EPS MOTOR ......................................................... 5 DTC C1606 EPS MOTOR ...................................... 17 J
TORQUE SENSOR ............................................... 5 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 17
REDUCTION GEAR .............................................. 5 DTC C1608 CONTROL UNIT ................................. 17
EPS WARNING LAMP .......................................... 5 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 17
System Diagram ....................................................... 6 K
DTC U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT ........................ 18
COMPONENTS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION ....... 6 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 18
CAN Communication ................................................ 6 DTC U1200 CAN VHCL SPEED ABS .................... 18
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ...................................... 6 CONSULT-III REFERENCE VALUE IN DATA L
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS .............................................. 7 MONITOR MODE ................................................ 18
Fail-Safe Function .................................................... 7 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 18
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis .......................... 7 TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS .............. 19 M
BASIC CONCEPT ................................................. 7 EPS Warning Lamp Does Not Turn ON ................. 19
PRECAUTIONS FOR TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ..... 7 SYMPTOM: ......................................................... 19
INTERVIEW .......................................................... 7 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 19
Component Parts Location ....................................... 8 EPS Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF ................ 20
Wiring Diagram — EPS — ....................................... 9 SYMPTOM: ......................................................... 20
EPS Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 20
Values .....................................................................11 Steering Wheel Turning Force is Heavy or Light ... 22
SPECIFICATIONS WITH CONSULT-III ...............11 SYMPTOM: ......................................................... 22
SPECIFICATIONS WITH CONSULT-III ...............11 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 22
TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUES FOR Unbalance Steering Wheel Turning Force and
EPS CONTROL UNIT ......................................... 12 Return Between Right and Left .............................. 24
CONSULT-III Function (EPS) ................................. 13 SYMPTOM: ......................................................... 24
FUNCTION .......................................................... 13 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .............................. 24
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE ............................ 13 Unbalance Steering Wheel Turning Force (Torque
DATA MONITOR ................................................. 13
Symptom Chart ...................................................... 14
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along B
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 C
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 SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING: D
● 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 per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer. E
● Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section. F
● Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors. STC
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
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NOTE: H
● This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS (NISSAN/INFINITI
VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM - NATS).
● Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the I
″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.
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For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NVIS/IVIS, an electrically controlled steering lock
mechanism 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. K
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE L
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged. M
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.
5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.
CAUTION:
Check or confirm the following item when performing the trouble diagnosis.
● Check any possible causes by interviewing the symptom and it’s condition from the customer if
any malfunction, such as EPS warning lamp turns ON, occurs.
● Check if air pressure and size of tires are proper, the specified part is used for the steering wheel,
and control unit is genuine part.
● Check if the connection of steering column assembly and steering gear assembly is proper (there
is not looseness of mounting bolts, damage of rods, boots or sealants, and leakage of grease,
etc).
● Check if the wheel alignment is adjusted properly.
● Check if there is any damage or modification to suspension or body resulting in increased weight
or altered ground clearance.
● Check if installation conditions of each link and suspension are proper.
● Check if the battery voltage is proper
● Check connection conditions of each connector are proper.
● Before connecting or disconnecting the EPS control unit
harness connector, turn ignition switch “OFF” and discon-
nect battery ground cable. Because battery voltage is
applied to EPS control unit even if ignition switch is turned
“OFF”.
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SEF291H
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SGIA1700E
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REDUCTION GEAR
Reduction gear increases the assist torque provided from EPS motor with worm gears, and outputs to the col-
umn shaft. L
EPS WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in EPS system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and enters a
manual steering state (Control turning force steering wheel becomes heavy). M
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF after the engine starts
if system is normal.
EPS Warning Lamp Indication
Condition EPS warning lamp
Turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON.
Lamp check
Turns OFF after engine start.
EPS system malfunction ON
Other than above (system normal) OFF
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ABS actuator and electric unit (con- Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to EPS control unit.
trol unit) (With ABS) ● Vehicle speed signal
Transmits the following signals via CAN communication to EPS control unit.
Combination meter
● Vehicle speed signal
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Refer to LAN-4, "SYSTEM DESCRIPTION" .
● If any malfunction occurs in the system, and control unit detects the malfunction, EPS warning lamp on
combination meter turns ON to indicate system malfunction. B
● When EPS warning lamp is ON, enters a manual steering state. (Control turning force steering wheel
becomes heavy.)
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis UGS00090
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BASIC CONCEPT
● To perform trouble diagnosis, it is the must to have understanding about vehicle systems (control and
mechanism) thoroughly. D
● It is also important to clarify customer complaints before starting
the inspection.
First of all, reproduce the symptoms, and understand them fully. E
Ask customer about his/her complaints carefully. In some cases,
it will be necessary to check symptoms by driving vehicle with
customer.
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CAUTION:
Customers are not professionals. It is dangerous to make
an easy guess like “maybe the customer means that...” or
“maybe the customer mentions this symptom”. STC
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PRECAUTIONS FOR TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
● Be sure to check the procedures of the trouble diagnosis in advance. Refer to STC-7, "How to Perform
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Trouble Diagnosis" .
● Always erase memory after completing trouble diagnosis.
● Checking continuity and voltage between units, be sure to check connector terminals for disconnection,
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looseness, bend, or collapse. Repair or replace applicable part if any non-standard condition is detected.
● Be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal if a circuit tester is used for the check.
● Always confirm the general precautions. Refer to GI-4, "General Precautions" .
INTERVIEW
● Complaints vary depending on the person. It is important to clar-
ify the customer's actual remarks.
● Ask the customer about what symptoms occur under what con-
ditions. Use the information to reproduce the symptom of con-
firm by vehicle.
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SGIA1707E
STC
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BGWA0010E
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FUNCTION A
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
Diagnostic test mode Function
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Self-diagnostic results ● Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.
Data monitor ● Input/Output data in the EPS control unit can be read.
CAN diagnostic support monitor ● The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read. C
ECU part number ● EPS control unit part number can be read.
If EPS warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
EPS warning lamp does not turn ON when CAN communication line
ignition switch to “ON”. Ignition switch: ON STC-19
(EPS warning lamp check) Combination meter
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5. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Check voltage between EPS control unit harness connector (A)
terminals and ground.
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Connector Terminal Voltage
M37 3 – Ground Approx. 0 V
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E202 1 – Ground Battery voltage
in harness or connectors.
3. CHECK DTC
Start engine.
Does EPS warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Perform self-diagnosis, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG
RESULTS MODE" .
DTC C1604 TORQUE SENSOR UGS0008K
TORQUE SENSOR (Nm) Steering wheel turning force Engine running 0 – 8.19 Nm*
(The value is changed
Steering wheel: Steering
according to steering left
or right)
*: In the front of the value, “L” is displayed at steering left and “R” is displayed at steering right.
3. CHECK DTC
Perform the self-diagnosis, after driving the vehicle for a while. D
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Torque sensor is malfunctioning. Replace steering column assembly. Refer to PS-9, "Removal E
and Installation" .
DTC C1606 EPS MOTOR UGS0008L
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
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With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “EPS” with CONSULT-III. H
3. Touch “ERASE”.
4. Turn ignition switch “OFF”, and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Start engine. I
6. Perform the self-diagnosis again.
Is the “EPS MOTOR [C1606]” displayed?
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YES >> EPS motor is malfunctioning. Replace steering column assembly. Refer to PS-9, "Removal and
Installation" .
NO >> INSPECTION END
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DTC C1608 CONTROL UNIT UGS0008N
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS L
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.) M
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “EPS” with CONSULT-III.
3. Touch “ERASE”.
4. Turn ignition switch “OFF”, and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Start engine.
6. Perform the self-diagnosis again.
Is the “CONTROL UNIT [C1608]” displayed?
YES >> Replace steering column assembly. Refer to PS-9, "Removal and Installation" .
NO >> INSPECTION END
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch “ON” and start engine.
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS” mode for “EPS” with CONSULT-III.
3. Perform the self-diagnosis.
Is the “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Print out CONSULT-III screen and go to LAN-7, "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" .
NO >> INSPECTION END
DTC U1200 CAN VHCL SPEED ABS UGS0008O
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK DTC WITH ABS
Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-19, "SELF-DIAGNO-
SIS" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 2.
3. CHECK DTC
Perform the self-diagnosis, after driving the vehicle for a while.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-19, "SELF-
DIAGNOSIS" .
SYMPTOM:
EPS warning lamp does not turn ON when ignition switch to “ON”. B
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE C
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
Is the “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line. Refer to STC-18, "DTC U1000 CAN D
COMM CIRCUIT" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
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2. CHECK EPS CONTROL UNIT
Check EPS control unit input/output signal. Refer to STC-11, "EPS Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Values" . F
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check EPS control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If STC
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
3. SYMPTOM CHECK H
Check again.
OK or NG I
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Replace combination meter. Refer to DI-24, "Removal and Installation" .
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SYMPTOM:
EPS warning lamp does not turn OFF for several seconds after starting the engine.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 2.
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in harness or connectors.
Check EPS control unit input/output signal. Refer to STC-11, "EPS Control Unit Input/Output Signal Reference
Values" .
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OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check EPS control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. If H
any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
5. SYMPTOM CHECK
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Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END J
NG >> Replace combination meter. Refer to DI-24, "Removal and Installation" .
SYMPTOM:
Steering wheel turning force is heavy or light, while driving.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
Is the “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” displayed?
YES >> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line. Refer to STC-18, "DTC U1000 CAN
COMM CIRCUIT" .
NO-1 >> With ABS: GO TO 2.
NO-2 >> Without ABS: GO TO 3.
2. CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL FROM ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT)
Perform self-diagnosis with ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Refer to BRC-19, "SELF-DIAGNO-
SIS" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system.
NO >> GO TO 4.
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SYMPTOM:
Unbalance steering wheel turning force and return between right and left, while driving.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK EPS WARNING LAMP
Confirm EPS warning lamp during engine running.
Does EPS warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Go to STC-20, "EPS Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF" .
4. SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Check the steering wheel turning force because there may be mechanical malfunction. Refer to
PS-6, "CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE" .
SYMPTOM: A
Unbalance steering wheel turning force, while driving (Torque variation).
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
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1. CHECK EPS WARNING LAMP
Confirm EPS warning lamp during engine running. C
Does EPS warning lamp turn OFF?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Go to STC-20, "EPS Warning Lamp Does Not Turn OFF" . D
2. CHECK STEERING COLUMN INTERMEDIATE SHAFT
Check the connection between intermediate shaft and the mounting part of steering column assembly and E
steering gear assembly. Refer to PS-13, "COMPONENTS" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3. F
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
4. SYMPTOM CHECK
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Check again.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END K
NG >> Check the steering wheel turning force because there may be mechanical malfunction. Refer to
PS-6, "CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE" .
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