EPS CONTROL UNIT .......................................21
Removal and Installation .........................................21
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
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BASIC INSPECTION
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
Work FlowINFOID:0000000007254740
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 will be necessary to
check symptoms by driving vehicle with customer.
>> GO TO 2.
2.BASIC INSPECTION
1.Check the power steering fluid leakage and the power steering fluid level. Refer to ST-12, "Inspection"
2.Check the drive belt tension. Refer to EM-14, "Checking Drive Belts"
3.Check the power steering gear for damages, cracks and oil leakage. Refer to ST-12, "Inspection"
4.Check the relief oil pressure. Refer to ST-16, "Inspection"
>> GO TO 3.
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3.TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOM
Perform the diagnosis by symptom. Refer to STC-19, "Description"
>> GO TO 4.
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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.
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EPS SYSTEM
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
EPS SYSTEM
System DiagramINFOID:0000000007254741
CONTROL DIAGRAM
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System DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254742
• The EPS system controls the power steering solenoid valve
through the power steering control unit.
• The valve driving voltage to control the power steering solenoid
valve varies according to the vehicle speed.
OPERATION PRINCIPLE
During Parking (When Turning The Steering Wheel To The Right)
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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 occurring in “2R” and “3R”. This
results in a light steering force because of high pressure.
During High-speed Operation
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EPS SYSTEM
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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 occurring in “3R” and results in a
heavy steering force.
Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000007254743
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EPS SYSTEM
1.Power steering control unit M59
(view with glove box removed)
2.Power steering solenoid valve E14
Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254744
Component partsFunction
• Signals from various sensors control the driving voltage to the power steering solenoid valve.
Power steering control unit
Combination meterRefer to STC-12, "Description"
ECMRefer to STC-9, "Description"
Power steering solenoid valveRefer to STC-7, "Description"
• The power steering control unit controls the driving voltage to the power steering solenoid valve
for maintaining the power steering assist force when the fail-safe function is activated. (The engine speed signals control EPS system if any vehicle speed signal error is detected.)
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POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
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DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254745
EPS system functions by ignition power supply.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000007254746
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to STC-16, "Wiring Diagram".
1.CHECK POWER SUPPLY
1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect power steering control unit connector.
3.Turn the ignition switch ON.
4.Check voltage between power steering control unit connector
M59 terminal 3 and ground.
Power steering control unit
ConnectorTerminal
M593—
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 2.
NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
GroundConditionVoltage (Approx.)
Ignition switch ONBattery voltage
Ignition switch OFF0V
2.CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Check continuity between power steering control unit connector
M59 terminal 6 and ground.
Power steering control unit
ConnectorTerminal
M596 —Yes
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 3.
NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
GroundContinuity
3.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS
Check power steering control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> Inspection End
NO>> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >
POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254747
Power steering solenoid valve controls the power steering oil pressure in the gear housing assembly.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000007254748
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to STC-16, "Wiring Diagram".
1.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE SIGNAL
1.Start engine.
2.Check voltage between power steering control unit connector
M59 terminal 1 and ground.
Power steering control unit
ConnectorTerminal
M59 1 —
GroundCondition
Vehicle speed: 0 km/h (0
MPH)
(Engine is running)
Vehicle speed: 100 km/h
(62 MPH)
Voltage
(Approx.)
4.4 - 6.6 V
2.5 - 3.7 V
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 2.
NO>> GO TO 4.
2.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE HARNESS FOR OPEN
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1.Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect power steering solenoid valve connector.
3.Disconnect power steering control unit connector.
4.Check continuity between power steering solenoid valve connector E14 (A) terminals 1, 2 and power steering control unit
connector M59 (B) terminal 1, 5.
Power steering solenoid valvePower steering control unit
ConnectorTerminalConnectorTerminal
E14 (A)
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M59 (B)
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Continuity
Yes
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 3.
NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
3.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE HARNESS FOR SHORT
1.Check continuity between power steering solenoid valve connector E14 terminals 1, 2 and ground.
Power steering solenoid valve
ConnectorTerminal
E14
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2
GroundContinuity
—No
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2.Turn ignition switch ON.
3.Check voltage between power steering solenoid valve connector
E14 terminals 1, 2 and ground.
Power steering solenoid valve
ConnectorTerminal
E14
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 4.
NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
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GroundVoltage (Approx.)
—0V
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4.CHECK POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Perform power steering solenoid valve component inspection. Refer to STC-8, "Component Inspection"
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 5.
NO>> Replace power steering solenoid valve. Refer to ST-33, "Exploded View"
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5.CHECK TERMINALS AND HARNESS CONNECTORS
1.Check power steering control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
2.Check power steering solenoid valve pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> Inspection End
NO>> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Component InspectionINFOID:0000000007254749
1.POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE RESISTANCE CHECK
1.Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect power steering solenoid valve connector.
3.Check resistance between power steering solenoid valve terminals 1 and 2
Power steering solenoid valve terminalsResistance (Approx.)
1 - 25 Ω
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 2.
NO>> Replace power steering solenoid valve. Refer to ST-33,
"Exploded View".
2.POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE OPERATION CHECK
Check power steering solenoid valve by listening for its operation
sound while applying battery voltage to power steering solenoid
valve terminal 1 (positive) and battery ground to terminal 2 (negative).
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> Inspection End
NO>> Replace power steering solenoid valve. Refer to ST-33,
"Exploded View".
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ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL CIRCUIT
DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254750
ECM sends engine speed signal to power steering control unit.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000007254751
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to STC-16, "Wiring Diagram".
1.PERFORM ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
Perform ECM self-diagnosis.
Is any error system detected?
YES>> Check the error system.
NO>> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT FOR OPEN
1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect ECM connector E10.
3.Disconnect power steering control unit connector.
4.Check continuity between ECM connector E10 (A) terminal 94
and power steering control unit connector M59 (B) terminal 10.
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ECMPower steering control unit
ConnectorTerminalConnectorTerminal
E10 (A)94M59 (B)10Yes
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Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 3.
NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
3.CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN ECM AND POWER STEERING CONTROL UNIT FOR SHORT
1.Check continuity between ECM connector E10 terminal 94 and
ground.
ECM
ConnectorTerminal
E1094—No
2.Turn ignition switch ON.
3.Check voltage between ECM connector E10 terminal 94 and
ground.
GroundContinuity
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E1094—0V
GroundVoltage (Approx.)
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 4.
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NO>> Repair harness or connectors.
4.CHECK ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (ECM SIDE)
1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Connect ECM connector E10.
3.Start the engine.
4.Check signal between ECM connector E10 terminal 94 and
ground with oscilloscope.
When using circuit tester or oscilloscope to measure voltage for inspection, be sure not to extend forcibly any connector terminals.
Fail SafeINFOID:0000000007254755
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EPS system
• EPS system enters the fail-safe mode (that allows the steering
force to be controlled without impairing the drive ability) if any of
the input/output signals to/from EPS system (power steering control unit) deviate from the standard.
NOTE:
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 cancelled when a vehicle speed signal of 2
km/h (1.2 MPH) or more is inputted or the key switch is turned
OFF→ ON. EPS system restores the normal operation at that time.
Function
Fail-safe
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DTC No.Detection point (malfunction part)Malfunction part and cause
——Vehicle speed signal
• Engine speed is 1,500 RPM or more and there is no vehicle
speed signal input for over 10 seconds during vehicle travel.
• 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 seconds.
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ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
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WIRING DIAGRAM
ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
Wiring DiagramINFOID:0000000007254756
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UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION)
< SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS >
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
UNBALANCE STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE (TORQUE VARIATION)
DescriptionINFOID:0000000007254757
• Hard steering when fully turning the steering wheel.
• Light steering when driving at a high speed.
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000007254758
1.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND
Perform trouble diagnosis for power supply and ground circuit. Refer to STC-6, "Diagnosis Procedure"
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 2.
NO>> Repair or replace damaged parts.
2.CHECK SYSTEM FOR VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL
Perform trouble diagnosis for vehicle speed signal. Refer to STC-12, "Diagnosis Procedure"
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 3.
NO>> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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3.CHECK SYSTEM FOR ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL
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Perform trouble diagnosis for engine speed signal. Refer to STC-9, "Diagnosis Procedure"
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> GO TO 4.
NO>> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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4.CHECK SYSTEM FOR POWER STEERING SOLENOID VALVE
Perform trouble diagnosis for power steering solenoid valve. Refer to STC-7, "Diagnosis Procedure"
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>> Perform the symptom diagnosis for the steering system. Refer to ST-8, "NVH Troubleshooting
Chart".
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"
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 Manual.
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
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness connectors.
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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 Ignition 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.
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EPS CONTROL UNIT
< UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
EPS CONTROL UNIT
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REMOVAL
1.Disconnect negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-67, "Removal and Installation (Battery)".
2.Remove audio/navigation unit. Refer to AV-66, "Removal and Installation"
"Removal and Installation" (BOSE W/MONOCHROME DISPLAY), AV-322, "Removal and Installation"