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Component Function Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Infiniti M37. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. INSPECTION START

    Turn ignition switch OFF, and restart engine.

    Does the engine start? 

    YES-1: With CONSULT-III: GO TO 2.

    YES-2: Without CONSULT-III: GO TO  3.

    NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  2. CHECK IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    With CONSULT-III 

    1. Perform "POWER BALANCE" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT-III.
    2. Make sure that each circuit produces a momentary engine speed drop.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  3. CHECK IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    Without CONSULT-III 

    1. Let engine idle.
    2. Read the voltage signal between ECM harness connector terminals under the following conditions with an oscilloscope.
      VOLTAGE REFERENCE

      ECM Voltage signal
      + -
      Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
      F101 11 M107 128
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      12
      15
      16
      19
      20
      NOTE: The pulse cycle changes depending on RPM at idle.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".