Work Flow

2011 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)SECTION Work Flow




DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORK FLOW


Work Flow


OVERALL SEQUENCE





*1: Drive Mode Select Switch Circuit.

DETAILED FLOW
1.INTERVIEW FOR MALFUNCTION
Interview the customer to obtain as much information as possible about the conditions and environment under which the malfunction occurred.
[Infiniti Drive Mode Selector]
- GO TO 2.
2.SYMPTOM CHECK
1. Check the symptom based on the information obtained from the customer.
2. Perform "All DTC Reading" with CONSULT-III.
Is U1000 detected?
YES - Perform CAN communication trouble diagnosis.
NO - GO TO 3.
3.CHECK DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH AND METER INDICATION
Compare combination meter indication with drive mode select switch pointer position.
Does switch position accord with meter indication?
YES - Perform trouble diagnosis of malfunctioning system (DTC confirmation).
NO - GO TO 4.
4.CHECK THE DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform inspection of drive mode select switch circuit. Drive Mode Select Switch Circuit.
Is inspection result normal?
YES - GO TO 5.
NO - Repair or replace malfunctioning parts.
5.CHECK THE DATA MONITOR OF COMBINATION METER
Compare "DRIVE MODE STATS" indication on the combination meter data monitor with drive mode select switch pointer position.
Does switch position accord with data monitor indication?
YES - GO TO 6.
NO - Perform trouble diagnosis of A/C auto amp. Consult-III Function.
6.CHECK THE DATA MONITOR OF COMBINATION METER
Compare "DRIVE MODE STATS" indication on the combination meter data monitor with combination meter indication.
Does meter indication accord with data monitor indication?
YES - GO TO 2.
NO - Perform trouble diagnosis of combination meter. Scan Tool Testing and Procedures.
[Infiniti Drive Mode Selector]
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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.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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