DTC Confirmation Procedure

2019 Infiniti Q70 3.7 Luxe, AWDSECTION DTC Confirmation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
  1. INSPECTION START 

    If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure before conducting the next test.

    1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
    2. Turn ignition switch ON.
    3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.

    Will CONSULT be used?

    YES

    GO TO 2 .

    NO

    GO TO 6 .

  2. PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I 

    SYMBOL WITH CONSULT

    TESTING CONDITION:

    Do not maintain engine speed for more than the specified minutes below.

    1. Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
    2. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
    3. Turn ignition switch ON.
    4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
    5. Start engine and keep the engine speed between 3, 500 and 4, 000 RPM for at least 1 minute under no load.
    6. Let engine idle for 1 minute.
    7. Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT.
    8. Check that "COOLAN TEMP/S" indicates more than 70 deg.C (158 deg.F).

      If not, warm up engine and go to next step when "COOLAN TEMP/S" indication reaches to 70 deg.C (158 deg.F).

    9. Open engine hood.
    10. Select "DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION" then "SRT WORK SUPPORT" mode with CONSULT.
    11. Rev engine between 2, 000 and 3, 000 RPM and hold it for 3 consecutive minutes then release the accelerator pedal completely.
    12. Check the indication of "CATALYST".

    Which is displayed on CONSULT screen?

    CMPLT

    GO TO 5 .

    INCMP

    GO TO 3 .

  3. PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-II 
    1. Wait 5 seconds at idle.
    2. Rev engine between 2, 000 and 3, 000 RPM and maintain it until "INCMP" of "CATALYST" changes to "CMPLT" (It will take approximately 5 minutes).

    Does the indication change to "CMPLT"?

    YES

    GO TO 5 .

    NO

    GO TO 4 .

  4. PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE AGAIN 
    1. Stop engine and cool it down to less than 70 deg.C (158 deg.F).
    2. Perform DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE again.

    GO TO 2 .

  5. PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-III 

    Check 1st trip DTC.

    Is 1st trip DTC detected?

    YES

    Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .

    NO

    INSPECTION END

  6. PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK 

    SYMBOL WITH GST

    Perform component function check. Refer to Component Function Check .

    NOTE: Use component function check to check the overall function of the three way catalyst (manifold). During this check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES

    INSPECTION END

    NO

    Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure 

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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.
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  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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