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HOMESERVICE MANUALSINFINITI2008FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSFER CASETESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESCONSULT-III FUNCTION (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)
2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)
Consult-III Function (All Mode AWD/4WD)
2008 Infiniti FX45 AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE)SECTION Consult-III Function (All Mode AWD/4WD)
CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)
FUNCTION
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute before performing the self-diagnosis.
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results
Before erasing DTC memory, start the engine and drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute. Check that ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
NOTE: Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more after turning ignition switch "OFF" if AWD, warning lamp turns ON with system malfunction of "ABS SYSTEM [C1203]". AWD, warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
DATA MONITOR MODE
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Description
Use this mode to determine and identify the details of a malfunction based on self-diagnostic results or data monitor. AWD control unit gives drive signal to actuator with receiving command from CONSULT-III to check operation of actuator.
FUNCTION
CONSULT-III can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
SELF-DIAG RESULT MODE
Drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute before performing the self-diagnosis.
Display Item List:
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results
Before erasing DTC memory, start the engine and drive at 30 km/h or more for approximately 1 minute. Check that ABS warning lamp turns OFF.
NOTE: Make sure that ABS warning lamp turns OFF by driving for a minute at vehicle speed of 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more after turning ignition switch "OFF" if AWD, warning lamp turns ON with system malfunction of "ABS SYSTEM [C1203]". AWD, warning lamp may not turn OFF if it is normal unless ignition switch turns OFF at once and engine restarts after that.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Display Item List:
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Description
Use this mode to determine and identify the details of a malfunction based on self-diagnostic results or data monitor. AWD control unit gives drive signal to actuator with receiving command from CONSULT-III to check operation of actuator.
Test Item:
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.