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2013 Infiniti M37 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
System Description
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IPDM E/R activates the internal control circuit to perform the relay ON-OFF control according to the input signals from various sensors and the request signals received from control units via CAN communication.
CAUTION:
IPDM E/R integrated relays cannot be removed.
| Control relay | Input/output | Transmit unit | Control part | Refer to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front fog lamp relay (if equipped) | Front fog lamp request signal | BCM (CAN) | Front fog lamps (if equipped) | OFF-ROAD LAMPS CIRCUIT |
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BCM (CAN) |
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HEADLAMP (HI) CIRCUIT HEADLAMP (LO) CIRCUIT |
| Tail lamp relay | Position light request signal | BCM (CAN) |
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PARKING LAMP CIRCUIT |
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Front wiper request signal | BCM (CAN) | Front wiper motor | SYSTEM DESCRIPTION |
| Rear window defogger relay | Rear window defogger request signal | BCM (CAN) | Rear window defogger | REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SYSTEM |
| A/C relay | A/C request signal | BCM (CAN) ECM (CAN) |
A/C compressor | MAGNET CLUTCH
(Manual A/C type 1) MAGNET CLUTCH (Manual A/C type 2) |
| Starter relay | Ignition switch START signal | TCM | Starter motor | SYSTEM DESCRIPTION |
| Cooling fan relays | Cooling fan request signal | ECM (CAN) | Cooling fan relay | SCHEMATIC |
| Heated mirror relay | Heated mirror request signal | BCM (CAN) | Door mirrors | DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER LH |
| ECM relay | ECM relay control signal | ECM (CAN) | ECM relay | POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT |
| Throttle control motor relay | Throttle control motor control signal | ECM (CAN) | Throttle control motor relay | P2118 THROTTLE CONTROL MOTOR |
| Fuel pump relay | Fuel pump request signal | ECM (CAN) | Fuel pump | FUEL PUMP |
| Ignition relay | Ignition switch ON signal | Ignition switch | Ignition relay | SYSTEM DESCRIPTION |
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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.