2012 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Intelligent Key Interlock Function




SYSTEM

AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (WITHOUT FOREST AIR) : Intelligent Key Interlock Function


DESCRIPTION

- Setting value of air conditioning system when ignition switch is previously OFF can be memorized for each
Intelligent Key. Air conditioning system is automatically operated by the setting value.
NOTE:
Setting value can be memorized for up to 3 Intelligent Keys.
- Interlock items are as per the following table.

Factory service manual diagram





Operation Description

Memory
1.Unlock door using Intelligent Key or driver door request switch.
2.BCM transmits Key ID signal to A/C auto amp. via CAN communication line.
3.When ignition switch turns OFF, A/C auto amp. memorizes setting information (setting temperature, air inlet status, and others) of air conditioning system to memory for each Key ID.
Readout
1.Unlock door using Intelligent Key or driver door request switch.
2.BCM transmits Key ID signal to A/C auto amp. via CAN communication line.
3.When ignition switch turns ON, A/C auto amp. operates automatically air conditioning system according to setting information of Key ID that is received.
NOTE:
When Intelligent Key interlock function operates, "Connection with the key has been done." is displayed.
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