Steering Control System: Section

STEERING
SECTION
STEERING CONTROL SYSTEM
STC B
E
CONTENTS
BASIC INSPECTION .................................... 2 ECU DIAGNOSIS ......................................... 14 F
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOW ......... 2 POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT .............. 14
Work Flow ................................................................. 2 Reference Value ......................................................14 STC
Wiring Diagram - ELECTRONICALLY CON-
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS ............................... 3 TROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM - ............15
Fail-Safe ..................................................................16
EPS SYSTEM ...................................................... 3 H
System Diagram ........................................................ 3 SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .............................. 18
System Description ................................................... 3
Component Parts Location ........................................ 5 UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING I
Component Description ............................................. 5 FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION) ....................... 18
Description ...............................................................18
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS .......................... 7 Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................18
J
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT ....... 7 PRECAUTION .............................................. 19
Description ................................................................ 7
Diagnosis Procedure ................................................. 7 PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 19 K
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE ........... 8 (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
Description ................................................................ 8 SIONER" .................................................................19
Diagnosis Procedure ................................................. 8 L
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
Component Inspection .............................................. 9 tion after Battery Disconnect ...................................19
ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT ...................10 ON-VEHICLE REPAIR ................................. 21 M
Description .............................................................. 10
Diagnosis Procedure ............................................... 10 POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT .............. 21
Exploded View .........................................................21
VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT .................12 Removal and Installation .........................................21 N
Description .............................................................. 12
Diagnosis Procedure ............................................... 12
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Revision: 2008 October STC-1 Z51

DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOW
< BASIC INSPECTION >
BASIC INSPECTION
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOW
Work Flow INFOID:0000000004679058
DETAILED FLOW
1.COLLECT THE INFORMATION FROM THE CUSTOMER
It is also important to clarify customer complaints before inspection. First of all, reproduce symptoms and
understand them fully. Ask customer about his/her complaints carefully. In some cases, it is necessary to
check symptoms by driving vehicle with customer.
CAUTION:
Customers are not professional. It is dangerous to make an easy guess like “maybe the customer
means that...,” or “maybe the customer mentions this symptom”.
>> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK THE STATUS
1. Power steering fluid leakage and check the power steering fluid level. Refer to ST-9, "Inspection".
2. Check the drive belt tension. Refer to EM-13, "Checking".
3. Check the power steering gear for damages, cracks and fluid leakage. Refer to ST-33, "Inspection".
4. Check the relief oil pressure. Refer to ST-39, "Inspection".
>> GO TO 3.
3.DIAGNOSIS CHART BY SYMPTOM
Perform the diagnosis by symptom. Refer to STC-18, "Diagnosis Procedure".
>> GO TO 4.
4.FINAL CHECK
Check the input/output standard values for the power steering control unit.
Are the power steering control unit input/output values within standard ranges respectively?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> GO TO 2.

EPS SYSTEM
< FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS >
FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS A
EPS SYSTEM
System Diagram INFOID:0000000004679059
B
CONTROL DIAGRAM
C
STC
H
JSGIA0119GB
CROSS-SECTIONAL VIEW
I
N
JSGIA0376ZZ
1. Combination meter 2. Power steering control unit 3. Power steering solenoid valve
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4. Steering gear assembly 5. Gear housing assembly 6. Gear sub-assembly
7. Pinion 8. Power steering oil pump 9. Reservoir tank
System Description INFOID:0000000004679060 P
• The EPS system controls the power steering solenoid valve through the power steering control unit.

EPS SYSTEM
• The valve driving voltage to control the power steering solenoid
valve varies according to the vehicle speed.
JSGIA0374GB
OPERATION PRINCIPLE
During Parking (When Turning The Steering Wheel To The Right.)
JSGIA0020GB
1. Power steering solenoid valve is closed while a vehicle is stopped.

2. Pinion “1R”, “2R” and “3R” are closed depending on steering torque of steering wheel.
3. Oil pressure “P” in the gear housing assembly is the sum of oil pressures occurred in “2R” and “3R”. This
results in a light steering force because of high pressure.
During High-speed Operation
JSGIA0021GB
1. Power steering solenoid valve is opened during high-speed operation.

2. Pinion “1R”, “2R” and “3R” are closed depending on steering torque of steering wheel.
3. Oil pressure “2R” does not occur because the power steering solenoid valve is on full throttle.
4. Oil pressure “P” in the gear housing assembly includes only oil pressure occurred in “3R” and results in a
heavy steering force.

EPS SYSTEM
Component Parts Location INFOID:0000000004679061
A
LHD models
JSGIA0301ZZ
STC
1. Power steering solenoid valve 2. Power steering control unit
A. Steering gear assembly B. Glove box assembly removed
H
: Vehicle front
RHD models
I
JSGIA0472ZZ
N
1. Power steering solenoid valve 2. Power steering control unit
A. Steering gear assembly B. Glove box assembly removed
O
: Vehicle front
Component Description INFOID:0000000004679062 P

EPS SYSTEM
Component parts Reference/Function
• Signals from various sensors control the driving voltage to the power steering solenoid valve.
• The power steering control unit controls the driving voltage to the power steering solenoid valve
Power steering control unit
for maintaining the power steering assist force when the fail-safe function is activated. (The en-
gine speed signals control EPS system if any vehicle speed signal error is detected.)
Combination meter STC-12, "Description"
ECM STC-10, "Description"
Power steering solenoid valve STC-8, "Description"

POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
< COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS >
COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS A
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
Description INFOID:0000000004679063
B
Power supply to EPS system
Diagnosis Procedure INFOID:0000000004679064 C
1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF. D
2. Disconnect power steering control unit harness connector.
3. Check voltage between power steering control unit harness connector and ground.
E
— Voltage
Connector Terminal
M61 3 Ground 0V F
4. Turn the ignition switch ON.

CAUTION: STC
Never start the engine.
H
— Voltage
Connector Terminal
I
M61 3 Ground Battery voltage
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2. J
NO >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
• 10A fuses (#3) open
- Harness for short or open between ignition switch and power steering control unit harness con-
nector No. 3 terminal. K
- Ignition switch.
2.CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT L
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check continuity between power steering control unit harness connector and ground.
M
— Continuity
Connector Terminal
M61 6 Ground Existed N
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair open circuit or short to power in harness or connectors. O
3.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS

Check power steering control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. P
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Power steering solenoid valve controls the power steering oil pressure in the gear housing assembly.
Diagnosis Procedure INFOID:0000000004679066
1.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE SIGNAL


— Condition Voltage (Approx.)
Connector Terminal
Vehicle speed: 0 km/h (0 MPH)
4.4 – 6.6 V
M61 1 Ground (Engine is running)
Vehicle speed: 100 km/h (62 MPH) 2.4 – 3.6 V
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE AND POWER STEERING CON-
TROL UNIT
2. Disconnect power steering solenoid valve harness connector.
4. Check the continuity between power steering solenoid valve harness connector and the power steering
control unit harness connector.
Power steering solenoid valve Power steering control unit

Continuity
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
1 1 Existed
E52 M61
2 5 Existed

— Continuity
Connector Terminal
1
M61 Ground Not existed
5
YES >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Check power steering solenoid valve. Refer to STC-9, "Component Inspection".
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace gear-sub assembly. Refer to ST-23, "Exploded View".
• Check power steering control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
• Check power steering solenoid valve pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts. A
Component Inspection INFOID:0000000004679067
1.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE B

2. Disconnect power steering solenoid valve harness connector.
3. Check resistance between power steering solenoid valve connector terminals. C
Power steering solenoid valve

Resistance (Approx.) D
Connector Terminal
E52 1 2 4–6Ω
4. Check power steering solenoid valve by listening for its operation sound while applying battery voltage to E
power steering solenoid valve connector E52 terminals 1 (positive) and 2 (negative).
YES >> INSPECTION END F
NO >> Replace gear-sub assembly. Refer to ST-23, "Exploded View".
STC

ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
ECM sends engine speed signal to power steering control unit.

1.PERFORM ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS

With CONSULT-III
Perform ECM self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-117, "CONSULT-III Function".
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT
2. Disconnect ECM harness connectors.
4. Check continuity between ECM harness connector and power steering control unit harness connector.
ECM Power steering control unit

Continuity
E16 94 M61 10 Existed

— Continuity
Connector Terminal
M61 10 Ground Not existed
YES >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (1)
1. Connect ECM harness connectors.
2. Check signal between ECM harness connector and ground with oscilloscope.

ECM A
Ground Condition Voltage (Approx.)
Connector Terminal
Engine is running
• Warm-up condition
• Idle speed C
JMBIA0076GB
E16 94 Ground D
Engine is running E
• Engine speed: Approx. 2,000 rpm
F
JMBIA0077GB

YES >> GO TO 4. STC
NO >> Replace ECM. Refer to EC-20, "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL UNIT :
Description".
4.CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (2) H
2. Connect power steering control unit harness connector.
3. Check signal between power steering control unit harness connector and ground with oscilloscope. I

— Condition Voltage (Approx.) J
Connector Terminal
K
Engine is running
• Idle speed
L
JMBIA0076GB
M61 10 Ground
M
Engine is running
• Warm-up condition N
JMBIA0077GB
O
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace power steering control unit. Refer to STC-21, "Exploded View". P
• Check ECM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Combination meter sends vehicle speed signal to power steering control unit.
1.PERFORM COMBINATION METER SELF-DIAGNOSIS

With CONSULT-III
2. Perform combination meter self-diagnosis. Refer to MWI-32, "CONSULT-III Function (METER/M&A)".
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Check the DTC.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN COMBINATION METER AND POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT
2. Disconnect combination meter harness connector.
4. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector and power steering control unit harness
connector.
Combination meter Power steering control unit

Continuity
M34 30 M61 8 Existed

— Continuity
Connector Terminal
M61 8 Ground Not existed
YES >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL (1)
1. Connect combination meter harness connector.
2. Check combination meter input/output standard values. Refer to MWI-59, "Reference Value".
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace combination meter Refer to MWI-111, "Exploded View".
4.CHECK VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL (2)
2. Connect power steering control unit harness connector.
3. Check signal between power steering control unit harness connector and ground with oscilloscope.

Power steering control unit A

— Condition Voltage (Approx.)
Connector Terminal
B
CAUTION:
M61 8 Ground
Check air pressure of tire under C
standard condition.
JSNIA0015GB
D
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Replace power steering control unit. Refer to STC-21, "Exploded View". E
• Check combination meter pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector. F
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts. STC

POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT
< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
ECU DIAGNOSIS
Reference Value INFOID:0000000004679072
TERMINAL LAYOUT
JSGIA0023ZZ
PHYSICAL VALUES
Terminal No.
Description
(Wire color)
Condition Value (Approx.)
Input/
+ - Signal name
Output
1 Power steering solenoid 4.4 – 6.6 V
Ground Output (Engine is running)
(Y) valve voltage
Vehicle speed: 100 km/h (62 MPH) 2.4 – 3.6 V
3 Ignition switch power Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage

Ground Input
(G) supply Ignition switch: OFF 0V
5 Power steering solenoid
Ground — Always 0V
(LG) valve ground
6
Ground Ground — Always 0V
(B)

8 CAUTION:
Ground Vehicle speed signal Input
(P) Check air pressure of tire under
standard condition.
JSNIA0015GB
Engine is running
• Idle speed
JMBIA0076GB
10
Ground Engine speed signal Input
(V)
Engine is running
JMBIA0077GB

< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
CAUTION:
When using circuit tester or oscilloscope to measure voltage for inspection, be sure not to forcibly extend any connector ter- A
minals.
Wiring Diagram - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM -

INFOID:0000000004679073 B
STC
JCGWM0185GB

< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
JCGWM0186GB
Fail-Safe INFOID:0000000004679074
EPS system

< ECU DIAGNOSIS >
• EPS system enters the fail-safe mode (that allows the steering
force to be controlled without impairing the drivability) if any of the A
input/output values to/from EPS system (power steering control
unit) deviate from the standard range.
NOTE:
B
The system enters the fail-safe mode if the engine speed remains
at 1,500 rpm or more for over 10 seconds while the vehicle is
stopped. This is normal.
• The fail-safe function is canceled when a vehicle speed signal of 2 C
km/h (1.2 MPH) or more is inputted or the ignition switch is turned
OFF→ON. EPS system restores the normal operation at that time.
JSGIA0368GB
Warn-
Mode DTC Detection point (malfunction part) Error area and root cause
ing lamp E
• Engine speed is 1,500 rpm or more and there is no vehicle
speed signal input for over 10 seconds during vehicle travel.
Fail-safe — — Vehicle speed signal input • Vehicle speed signal has abruptly dropped from 30 km/h (19
MPH) or more to 2 km/h (1.2 MPH) or less within 1.4 sec- F
onds.
STC

UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION)
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIA-
TION)
• Hard steering when fully turning the steering wheel.

• Light steering when driving at a high speed.
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND

Perform trouble diagnosis for power supply and ground. Refer to STC-7, "Diagnosis Procedure".
YES >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for vehicle speed signal. Refer to STC-12, "Diagnosis Procedure".
YES >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for engine speed signal. Refer to STC-10, "Diagnosis Procedure".
YES >> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Perform trouble diagnosis for power steering solenoid valve. Refer to STC-8, "Diagnosis Procedure".
YES >> Perform the symptom diagnosis for the steering system. Refer to ST-3, "NVH Troubleshooting
Chart".

PRECAUTIONS
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTION A
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT B
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000004679078
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along C
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. D
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the “SRS AIRBAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.
WARNING: E
• 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.
F
• 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 “SRS AIRBAG”.
• Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Ser- STC
vice Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness
connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS H
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 I
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 J
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation after Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000004679079 K
NOTE:
• Before removing and installing any control units, first turn the push-button ignition switch to the LOCK posi-
tion, then disconnect both battery cables. L
• After finishing work, confirm that all control unit connectors are connected properly, then re-connect both
battery cables.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. M
If a DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnosis results.
This vehicle is equipped with a push-button ignition switch and a steering lock unit.
If the battery is disconnected or discharged, the steering wheel will lock and cannot be turned.
If turning the steering wheel is required with the battery disconnected or discharged, follow the procedure N
below before starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
O
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Turn the push-button ignition switch to ACC position. P
(At this time, the steering lock will be released.)
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released with both battery cables discon-
nected and the steering wheel can be turned.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

PRECAUTIONS
< PRECAUTION >
5. When the repair work is completed, re-connect both battery cables. With the brake pedal released, turn
the push-button ignition switch from ACC position to ON position, then to LOCK position. (The steering
wheel will lock when the push-button ignition switch is turned to LOCK position.)
6. Perform self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

< ON-VEHICLE REPAIR >
ON-VEHICLE REPAIR A
Exploded View INFOID:0000000004679080
B
STC
JSGIA0302ZZ
H
1. Steering member 2. Power steering control unit
: Vehicle front I
Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000004679081
J
REMOVAL
1. Remove glove box assembly. Refer to IP-11, "Exploded View".
2. Disconnect power steering control unit connector. K
3. Remove power steering control unit.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal. L

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STEERING

Revision: 2008 October STC-1 Z51

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System Description INFOID:0000000004679060 P

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1. Power steering solenoid valve is closed while a vehicle is stopped.

1. Power steering solenoid valve is opened during high-speed operation.

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Component Description INFOID:0000000004679062 P

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1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY

4. Turn the ignition switch ON.

3.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS

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1.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE SIGNAL

Power steering control unit

Power steering solenoid valve Power steering control unit

Power steering control unit

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1.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE B

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

Power steering solenoid valve

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ECM sends engine speed signal to power steering control unit.

1.PERFORM ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS

ECM Power steering control unit

Power steering control unit

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Is the inspection result normal?

Power steering control unit

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1.PERFORM COMBINATION METER SELF-DIAGNOSIS

Combination meter Power steering control unit

Power steering control unit

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Power steering control unit A

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3 Ignition switch power Ignition switch: ON Battery voltage

Vehicle speed: 40 km/h (25 MPH)

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Wiring Diagram - ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM -

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• Hard steering when fully turning the steering wheel.

1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND

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