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Warning Chime Function Malfunction
2006 Infiniti FX35 AWDSECTION Warning Chime Function Malfunction
Before conducting the diagnosis in the following table, check "key reminder function" with power door lock system.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS SYMPTOM CHART
| Symptom | Diagnoses service procedure |
|---|---|
| Ignition key warning chime is inoperative. (When mechanical key used) | 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION |
| 2. CHECK KEY SWITCH (INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT INPUT) | |
| 3. CHECK DOOR SWITCH | |
| 4. Inspect combination meter (warning). See COMBINATION METERS | |
| 5. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Ignition knob OFF position warning chime (for inside vehicle) does not sound. (Ignition key warning chime operates) | 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION |
| 2. CHECK IGNITION KNOB SWITCH | |
| 3. CHECK KEY SWITCH (INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT INPUT) | |
| 4. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Ignition knob OFF position warning chime (for outside vehicle: after door open/closed) does not sound. | 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION |
| 2. CHECK IGNITION KNOB SWITCH | |
| 3. CHECK DOOR SWITCH | |
| 4. CHECK INTELLIGENT KEY WARNING BUZZER | |
| 5. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Intelligent Key take out warning chime (when door open/closed) does not sound. | 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION |
| 2. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 3. CHECK IGNITION KNOB SWITCH | |
| 4. CHECK DOOR SWITCH | |
| 5. CHECK INTELLIGENT KEY WARNING BUZZER | |
| 6. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Intelligent Key take out warning chime (when door opened/closed) sounds even though Intelligent Key is in vehicle. | 1. CHECK INSIDE KEY ANTENNA |
| 2. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 3. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| P position selecting warning lamp does not light up | 1. CHECK DETENTION SWITCH |
| 2. Check combination meter. See COMBINATION METERS | |
| 3. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Intelligent Key take out warning chime (when selector lever is except P position) does not sound. | 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION |
| 2. CHECK DETENTION SWITCH | |
| 3. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Intelligent Key take out warning chime (through window) does not sound | 1. Check if Intelligent Key removal warning (take out from window) was canceled by CONSULT-II settings change function. See WORK SUPPORT |
| 2. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION | |
| 3. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 4. CHECK IGNITION KNOB SWITCH | |
| 5. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Intelligent Key take out warning chime (through window) sounds even though Intelligent Key is in vehicle. | 1. CHECK INSIDE KEY ANTENNA |
| 2. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 3. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Door lock non-operation warning does not sound. | Intelligent Key warning chime does not sound |
| 1. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 2. CHECK DOOR REQUEST SWITCH | |
| 3. CHECK INSIDE KEY ANTENNA | |
| 4. CHECK INTELLIGENT KEY WARNING BUZZER | |
| 5. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Ignition knob OFF position warning chime does not sound | |
| 1. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 2. CHECK DOOR REQUEST SWITCH | |
| 3. CHECK OUTSIDE KEY ANTENNA | |
| 4. CHECK INTELLIGENT KEY WARNING BUZZER | |
| 5. CHECK IGNITION KNOB SWITCH | |
| 6. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT | |
| Door ajar alarm | |
| 1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATIONS | |
| 2. CHECK DOOR REQUEST SWITCH | |
| 3. CHECK OUTSIDE KEY ANTENNA | |
| 4. CHECK INTELLIGENT KEY WARNING BUZZER | |
| 5. CHECK DOOR SWITCH | |
| 6. INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION | |
| 7. Replace Intelligent Key unit. See REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT |
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- • 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.