2004 Infiniti FX45FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Testing Condition

Steps 1 and 2 may be conducted with the drive wheels lifted in the shop or by driving the vehicle. If a road test is expected to be easier, it is unnecessary to lift the vehicle  .

With CONSULT-II 

  1. Start engine (VDC switch OFF).
  2. Read VHCL SPEED SE in DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II. The vehicle speed on CONSULT-II should exceed 10 km/h (6 MPH) when rotating wheels with suitable gear position.

    If NG, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE  .

    If OK, go to following step.

  3. Select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II.
    Fig 1: Displaying VHCL SPEED SE With CONSULT-II In Data Monitor Mode
    G00345071Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Warm engine up to normal operating temperature.
  5. Maintain the following conditions for at least 60 consecutive seconds.
    Fig 2: Identifying Specified Conditions For Testing VHCL SPEED SE (CONSULT-II)
    G00345070Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE  .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.