2019 Infiniti M35 V6-3.5L (VQ35HR) Diagnostic and Repair Information Page 436
Driving time varies according to the engine speed in the freeze frame data.
5. Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES - Go to Diagnosis Procedure.
NO - INSPECTION END
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK FOR INTAKE AIR LEAK AND PCV HOSE
1. Start engine and run it at idle speed.
2. Listen for the sound of the intake air leak.
3. Check PCV hose connection.
Is intake air leak detected?
YES - Discover air leak location and repair.
NO - GO TO 2.
2.CHECK FOR EXHAUST SYSTEM CLOGGING
Stop engine and visually check exhaust tube, three way catalyst and muffler for dents.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES-1 - With CONSULT-III: GO TO 3.
YES-2 - Without CONSULT-III: GO TO 4.
NO - Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
3.PERFORM POWER BALANCE TEST
With CONSULT-III
1. Start engine.
2. Perform "POWER BALANCE" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT-III.
3. Check that each circuit produces a momentary engine speed drop.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 9.
NO - GO TO 4.
4.CHECK FUNCTION OF FUEL INJECTOR
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Listen to each fuel injector operation.
Clicking sound should be heard.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 5.
NO - Perform trouble diagnosis for FUEL INJECTOR, See: Powertrain Management/Fuel Delivery and Air Induction/Fuel Injector/Testing and
Inspection/Component Tests and General Diagnostics/Diagnosis Procedure.
5.CHECK FUNCTION OF IGNITION COIL-I