Headlamp Alignment Control Module: Testing and Inspection

2012 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)SECTION Testing and Inspection



HEADLAMP LEVELIZER CIRCUIT

Component Function Check


1. CHECK AIMING MOTOR OPERATION

CONSULT ACTIVE TEST
1.Start the engine.
2.Turn the lighting switch 2ND.
3.Select "LEVELIZER TEST" of ADAPTIVE LIGHT active test item.
4.With operating the test item, check the operation.





Is the operation normal?
YES- Headlamp levelizer circuit is normal.
NO- .


Diagnosis Procedure


1. CHECK AIMING MOTOR DRIVE SIGNAL OUTPUT

CONSULT ACTIVE TEST
1.Start the engine.
2.Turn the light switch 2ND.
3.Select "LEVELIZER TEST" of ADAPTIVE LIGHT active test item.
4.With operating the test item, check the voltage between the AFS control unit harness connector and the ground.





Is the measurement value normal?
YES- GO TO 2.
NO- GO TO 3.

2. CHECK AIMING MOTOR DRIVE SIGNAL OPEN CIRCUIT

1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect AFS control unit connector and headlamp aiming motor connector.
3.Check continuity between AFS control unit harness connector and the aiming motor harness connector.





Does continuity exist?
YES- Replace the front combination lamp.
NO- Repair the harnesses and connectors.

3. CHECK AIMING MOTOR DRIVE SIGNAL SHORT CIRCUIT

1.Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect AFS control unit connector and headlamp aiming motor connector.
3.Check continuity between AFS control unit harness connector and ground.





Does continuity exist?
YES- Repair the harness and connectors.
NO- Replace AFS control unit. Removal And Installation
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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