Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Infiniti I35FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Programming Unexpectedly Terminated
(See step Β 27):
- The ECM has been permanently damaged and will require replacement.
- Perform steps A through G below.
CAUTION:
Do not start the engine with the damaged ECM installed.
- Turn the ignition "OFF", turn CONSULT-II "OFF", and DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF THE VEHICLE BATTERY.
- Attach the CONSULT-II print-out to the repair order for future reference.
- Replace the damaged ECM.
- Reconnect the negative battery cable.
- If the vehicle is equipped with NATS:
- Some models will require registration of the NATS keys.
- See the appropriate TSB(s) or Service Manual (ESM) for NATS information and key registration procedures.
- Perform IAVL (Idle Air Volume Learning). See the appropriate Service Manual (ESM) for this procedure.
- Check the new ECM's current P/N.
- Make sure it is the latest (newest) P/N.
- See step Β 21.
NOTE:- A new ECM from the parts department may not have the newest program.
- If needed, return to step Β 5 of this procedure and reprogram the new ECM with the latest available P/N. Be careful to follow each step exactly as written.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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