DTC Confirmation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Infiniti FX35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

PRECONDITIONING
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.
TESTING CONDITION:

Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 10 V and 16 V at idle.

GO TO 2.

PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I

With CONSULT-III

Turn ignition switch ON and select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-III.
Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.

Maintain the following conditions for at least 6 consecutive seconds. Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.

ENGINE SPEED REFERENCE CHART

ENG SPEED	1,200 - 2,000 RPM (A constant rotation is maintained)
COOLAN TEMP/S	More than 60°C (140°F)
Selector lever	P or N position

Let engine idle for 10 seconds.
Check 1st trip DTC.

With GST

Follow the procedure "With CONSULT-III" above.

Is 1st trip DTC detected?

YES: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE "

NO: GO TO 3.

PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-II

With CONSULT-III

Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-III.

Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.

ENGINE SPEED REFERENCE CHART

ENG SPEED	1,700 - 3,175 RPM (A constant rotation is maintained.)
COOLAN TEMP/S	More than 70°C (158°F)
Selector lever	1st or 2nd position
Driving location uphill	Driving vehicle uphill (Increased engine load will help maintain the driving conditions required for this test.)

CAUTION: Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.

Check 1st trip DTC.

With GST

Follow the procedure "With CONSULT-III" above.

Is 1st trip DTC detected?

YES: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE "

NO: INSPECTION END