Infiniti G35x Sedan AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) Technical Service Bulletin # 03-012A Date: 070215
M/T - Required Oil for Warranty Repairs
Classification:
MT02-002a
Reference:
ITB03-012a
Date:
February 15, 2007
2001-2006 ALL INFINITI: MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS
This bulletin has been amended. This version is expanding the Model Year range. Please discard all copies of the earlier version.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2001-2006 - All Models Equipped With Manual Transmission
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SERVICE INFORMATION
If a 2001-2006 Infiniti vehicle equipped with Manual Transmission needs servicing for warranty repairs, Nissan Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
HQ Multi 75W-85 oil (P/N 999MP-MTF00P) is required.
Important Note:
Nissan MTF HQ Multi 75W-85 oil must be used when performing manual transmission repairs paid by Infiniti. These include warranty, service
contract, or goodwill repairs. Infiniti will not reimburse dealers for manual transmission repairs when Nissan MTF HQ Multi 75W-85 oil is not
used.
If a manual transmission requires the oil be drained for maintenance or repair (customer pay work), 75W-85 oil is required as the service fill fluid.
Infiniti recommends use of MTF HQ Multi 75W-85 oil, which optimizes shift quality, for customer pay use as well.
Nissan Manual Transmission Fluid and all Infiniti chemicals are ordered through the Direct Ship Chemical Care Product Program.Technical
Service Bulletin # 00-005D Date: 070512
Engine Controls - ECM Reprogramming Information
Classification:
EC99-014d
Reference:
ITB00-005d
Date:
May 12, 2006
ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR INFINITI VEHICLES
This amended version (ITB00-005d) updates the Service Procedure section of the bulletin. Please discard all previously released copies of
ITB00-005.
APPLIED VEHICLE(S):
1999 Q45(FY33)
All 2000 and later
SERVICE INFORMATION
^ In-vehicle ECM reprogramming is available to update the ECM on 1999 Q45 and all 2000 and later vehicles.
^ This reprogramming allows the vehicle ECM to be upgraded to the latest operating specifications without removal or replacement of the ECM.
^ When an ECM has been reprogrammed it will display a new P/N on the CONSULT-II screen.
NOTE:
ECM reprogramming will not effect NATS.
^ ECM reprogramming requires the use of ASIST 8.0 or higher and CONSULT-II with the ECU Reprogramming Software Card (orange color).
^ Use the Service Procedure steps to transfer ECM reprogramming data from the ASIST PC to CONSULT-II and from CONSULT-II to the
vehicle ECM.
^ Refer to the ECU Reprogramming Software Operations Manual (in ASIST) for additional information on using CONSULT-II for ECM
reprogramming.
CAUTION
^ An ECM should be reprogrammed ONLY when required by a specific Infiniti Technical Bulletin or as otherwise directed by Nissan North
America.
^ The ECM can be permanently damaged if the reprogramming procedure is not followed exactly.
^ Do not disturb (don't touch) the vehicle CONSULT-II or the DLC-II cable while ECM reprogramming is in progress.
^ If the ECM is damaged, it must be replaced.
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Disclaimer
Service Procedure
NOTE:
When ECM reprogramming is required to repair a vehicle a Technical Service Bulletin will be issued.
ECM reprogramming involves two general steps:
^ Download (transfer) data from ASIST into CONSULT-II.
^ Download new data from CONSULT-II into the vehicle (Reprogram ECM).
Before beginning the reprogramming procedure use CONSULT-II and the Diagnostic Card (red/white one) to retrieve any stored DTC(s).
Additional repairs may be necessary if there are DTC(s) not associated with a Reprogramming bulletin. Refer to the appropriate TSB or
Service Manual.
SETTING UP:
1. Install the Reprogramming Card into CONSULT-II.
^ The Reprogramming Software Card is the "orange" Card.
^ Use slot A-top slot (see Figure 1).
2. Connect the AC power supply to CONSULT-II.
3. Connect CONSULT-II to the ASIST PC with the special Ethernet cable (P/N 02002554 is printed on the cable).
A. Connect one end to CONSULT-II at the "PC port".
B. Connect the other end to the ASIST PC at the "Ethernet card connection port.
4. Confirm the CONSULT-II date and time are correctly set as follows:
(This is necessary to provide a valid print-out for warranty claims.)
A. With the Reprogramming card in slot A turn "ON" CONSULT-II.
B. Touch [SUB MODE].
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C. Touch [SET DATE] (see Figure 2).
1) If the date is not correct touch the [MONTH, DAY] or [YEAR] as needed. Then adjust it by using arrow keys. Once done, press
[SAVE], press [BACK] and go to step D.
2) If the date is OK press [BACK] and go to step D.
D. Touch [SET TIME] (see Figure 2).
1) If time is not correct touch the [HOUR], [MINUET] or [AM/PM] as needed. Then adjust it by using arrow keys. Once done press
[SAVE], press [BACK] and go to step 5.
2) If time is OK press [BACK] and go to step 5.
4. Set the Ethernet (IP) Address between the ASIST PC and CONSULT-II as follows:
NOTE:
If your ASIST terminal has been used to perform ECM Reprogramming before you may skip steps "A" through "J" below and proceed to
step 5 under "DOWNLOAD (TRANSFER) DATA FROM ASIST INTO CONSULT-II".
If you are unsure whether your ASIST terminal has been already set up for ECM Reprogramming, proceed to step "A" below.
A. On the ASIST PC click "START", "PROGRAMS" and "MS.DOS".
B. When the MS-DOS Prompt window appears after C:\WINDOWS> type: winipcfg (see Figure 2a).
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C. Click "ENTER". The "IP Configuration" window will display the IP Address and Subnet Mask (see Figure 2b).
D. On CONSULT-II touch [SUB MODE], then touch [CONFIGURE ETHERNET].
E. Compare the IP Address on the ASIST PC with the Address on the Configure Ethernet screen of CONSULT-II.
^ If the first three sets of numbers of the CONSULT-II Address match the IP Address on the ASIST PC (as noted in step 4C above)
proceed with step 41 below.
^ If the first three sets of numbers of the CONSULT-II Address do not match the IP Address on the ASIST PC proceed with step 4F
below.
F. Touch the Address number on the CONSULT-II screen (titled "Configure Ethernet"). A numeric keypad will appear (see Figure 2c).
NOTE:
The IP Address for the ASIST PC you are working on will be different from the Address shown in Figure 2c.
G. Use the key pad to set the CONSULT-II Address to match the ASIST PC IP Address with the exception that the CONSULT-II Address
number ends with 176.
H. Touch [SAVE] and then press [COPY] to print the Address for future reference.
I. Turn off CONSULT-II to allow the new Address to be saved in memory.
J. On the ASIST PC close the "IP Configuration" window close the "MS-DOS Prompt" window then proceed with step 5 below.
DOWNLOAD (TRANSFER) DATA FROM ASIST INTO CONSULT-II
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5. From the ASIST PC main menu screen select "CONSULT UTILITIES" (see Figure 3).
6. From the "CONSULT UTILITIES" screen select "ECM/TCM DATA" (see Figure 4).
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7. Select the "ECU REPROGRAMMING DATA" (see Figure 5) as follows:
A. Select vehicle model and model year.
B. Select the correct reprogramming data:
1) Locate the specific Model Configuration (Example: VQ35 4A/T ASCD).
NOTE:
^ Model Configuration may include items like engine type transmission type and vehicle options such as ASCD TCS ABS etc.
^ Vehicle configuration can be verified using the Current ECM P/N chart. This will be shown in the TSB that told you to reprogram the
ECM.
2) Select (click on) the "To" number.
NOTE:
The "To" number reads: 23710-XXXXX.
3) Write the To number on the Repair Order. You will need it later in the reprogramming process.
C. Click on the "Add" button to add data to the File(s) selected list on the right side of the screen.
D. Click the "CONTINUE" button to proceed with CONSULT-II setup.
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8. Turn ON CONSULT-II as shown in Figure 6.
9. Select [Transfer files via LAN] (see Figure 7).
NOTE:
If you accidentally choose a menu option other than "Transfer Files via LAN"; turn CONSULT-II "OFF" and then back "ON" as shown in
Figure 6 above.
Set the CONSULT-II unit down for now and go to your ASIST PC.
10. Transfer (download) data from ASIST into CONSULT-II.
A. On the ASIST screen click on "Transfer" (see Figure 8).
^ Data transfer will take about 15 seconds per file.
^ Transfer progress is displayed on the ASIST screen (see Figure 8).
B. Wait until the data transfer is complete (see CAUTION below).
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CAUTION:
DO NOT DISCONNECT THE ETHERNET CABLE UNTIL "COMPLETE" IS DISPLAYED AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 9.
^ If the cable is disconnected before "Complete" is displayed you MUST restart the transfer (download) procedure; otherwise ECM
damage can occur.
^ If the cable is disconnected during the transfer; wait for ASIST to display an "error message then click on "OK". Select "Backup" then
return to step 6.
11. When transfer is complete (see Figure 9):
A. Select (click on) "Okay" then "MAIN MENU".
B. Turn OFF CONSULT-II.
C. Disconnect the AC power cord and the Ethernet cable from CONSULT-II.
DOWNLOAD NEW DATA FROM CONSULT-II INTO THE VEHICLE (REPROGRAM ECM)
CAUTION:
Perform this operation in four (4) sections. DO NOT SKIP any of these sections. They must be performed in order 1 through 4.
^ Section 1: Connect a battery charger and CONSULT-II to the vehicle.
^ Section 2: Confirm the vehicle battery voltage and CONSULT-II "Charger Input".
^ Section 3: Perform ECM Reprogramming.
^ Section 4: Perform ECM Reprogram Confirmation.
Section 1: Connect a battery charger and CONSULT-II to the vehicle.
12. Confirm the ignition switch is "OFF".
13. Connect a battery charger to the vehicle battery.
A. Set the charger at a low charge rate (trickle charge).
IMPORTANT
Do not perform ECU reprogramming without connecting a battery charger to the vehicle's battery. Permanent ECU damage can occur.
Connecting a vehicle battery charger will maintain:
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^ Proper CONSULT-II power supply during reprogramming-very important if the CONSULT-II battery is low.
^ Vehicle battery voltage level-especially on late model vehicles where the cooling fans come on during reprogramming.
14. Connect CONSULT-II to the vehicle using the DLC-II cable with black Converter Box (see Figure 10).
VERY IMPORTANT:
^ Make sure the DLC-II is straight and fully plugged in to the vehicle.
^ Make sure all other DLC-II cable connections shown in Figure 10 are connected properly.
CAUTION
^ Infiniti requires the use of essential tools shown in Figure 10 when performing ECM reprogramming.
^ J44200-10 "Pigtail" should not be removed from the CONSULT-II DDL Port. This Pigtail allows use of the stronger "quick
disconnect" cable set.
^ If cables are very often changed at the DDL Port (base) of the CONSULT-II, unit cable connector pin damage may result.
^ If there is connector pin damage ECM reprogramming may fail. Permanent ECU damage can occur.
15. Turn "ON" the ignition switch (do not start the engine).
^ CONSULT-II will turn ON automatically (see Figure 11).
^ Confirm that all electrical loads* (except for the ignition) are "OFF".
^ * Headlights defroster A/C Audio (radio) and cellular telephone etc.
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16. Roll down the driver's window part way exit the vehicle close the door and hang the CONSULT II unit on the outside of the window (see
Figure 12).
This step is necessary to ensure the CONSULT-II and DLC-II cable will not be disturbed during reprogramming.
CAUTION:
DO NOT connect the CONSULT-II AC power supply for Steps 17, 18 and 19.
Section 2: Confirm the vehicle's battery voltage and CONSULT-II "Charger Input"
17. Press [SUB MODE] (see Figure 11) then:
A. Press [DOWN] 4 times.
B. Select [BATTERY CHARGE].
18. Check the CONSULT-II's "Charger Input" reading (see Figure 13).
NOTE:
^ "Battery Voltage" is the voltage level of CONSULT-II's battery.
^ "Charger Input" is the voltage level of the vehicle's battery. (It must be above 12 volts.).
19. The "Charger Input" reading [MUST] be above 12 volts (see Figure 13 above).
^ A reading above 12 volts confirms;
a. The DLC-II is properly connected to the vehicle
b. The vehicle battery voltage is sufficient for ECM reprogramming and
c. CONSULT-II has a sufficient power supply to perform ECM reprogramming.
^ If the vehicles battery voltage ("Charger Input") is below 12 volts one or more of the following may be the cause:
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a. The battery charger you hooked up in section 1 is not charging the battery (poor connection or it is not working).
b. The DLC-II does not have a good connection to the vehicle (not straight).
c. The DLC-II cable may have a malfunction (damaged wire or pins).
d. The CONSULT-II Converter (J44200-50 / black box) is not working correctly (see Figure 10).
CAUTION:
^ Do not attempt ECU reprogramming if the vehicles battery voltage is below 12 volts.
^ Permanent ECU damage can occur if the vehicle battery does not maintain the minimum voltage during ECU reprogramming.
If Charger Input is above 12 volts power from the vehicle battery will keep CONSULT-II's power supply at the correct level during
reprogramming. (see Figure 13).
Section 3: Perform ECM Reprogramming
20. Press [INITIATE ECU REPROGRAM] then
A. Press [ECM]
B. Review the precaution
C. Press [NEXT] (see Figure 14)
21. Press [CHECK ECM P/N] to "confirm" (take note of) the current ECM part number (see Figure 15).
NOTE:
This is the vehicle's ECM part number BEFORE reprogramming.
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22. Press [COPY] to print the current ECM part number for future reference.
23. Press [BACK] to return to the main menu.
24. Select the ECM program to install (see Figure 16).
25. The "REPROGRAM START" window should appear (see Figure 17).
NOTE:
If you get an error message refer to the ECU Reprogramming Software Operations Manual.
CAUTION DURING REPROGRAMMING:
^ Do not unplug CONSULT-II from the vehicle during reprogramming. Permanent ECM damage can occur.
^ Do not open any door or the trunk during reprogramming.
^ On some vehicles the cooling fans may come on during reprogramming. This is a normal condition. Do not disconnect the cooling
fans. Forgetting to reconnect them may cause severe engine damage. A vehicle battery charger is needed* to maintain the battery
voltage level during reprogramming.
* You should have hooked up a battery charger in Section 1
26. Press [START].
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^ After a few seconds the window shown in Figure 18 will appear.
^ CONSULT-II will now turn OFF its screen backlight.
^ When the screen backlight goes "OFF" ECM reprogramming has started.
NOTE:
This process will take from 10 to 20 minutes.
CAUTION:
You must leave the vehicle CONSULT-II and the DLC-II cable "undisturbed" (don't touch) until reprogramming is complete.
NOTE:
If CONSULT-II gives you an error message "Unmatch of Vehicle Data":
^ You tried to reprogram with an incorrect data file or
^ You are trying to reprogram with a file that is already in the ECM.
27. When the Reprogramming is complete CONSULT-II will "beep" turn the screen backlight back "ON" and automatically print out a report (see
Figure 19).
^ Remember it may take up to 20 minutes.
A. Attach the print-out to the repair order for future reference.
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II prints "REPROGRAMMING UNEXPECTEDLY TERMINATED":
^ The ECM has been permanently damaged and will require replacement.
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^ In this case perform steps A through G (Refer to the page shown in the image above.)
Do not start the engine with the damaged ECM installed.
28. Press [END] to return to the main menu.
29. Turn the ignition switch "OFF" and CONSULT-II "OFF".
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30. Wait more than 10 seconds, then turn the ignition switch "ON" for 1 second. Then, turn the ignition switch "OFF" again for 10 seconds (see
Figure 20).
^ This will reset ECM self learned Data.
Section 4: Perform ECM Reprogram Confirmation.
31. Start the engine.
32. Check engine idle speed.
^ If idle speed is too low perform IAVL (Idle Air Volume Learning). See the appropriate Service Manual (ESM) for this procedure.
NOTE:
If the engine will not idle hold the engine RPM at about 2000 then slowly bring it down to an idle. IAVL can now be performed.
33. Confirm the engine is operating normally.
34. Make sure the Check Engine Light (MIL) is not "ON".
^ If necessary use CONSULT-II and the Diagnostic Card (red/white one) to erase any DTC's that may have stored during the reprogramming
