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Nissan Pathfinder (2006 year). Manual - part 146

 

 

ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM

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During acceleration

The knock sensor retard system is designed only for emergencies. The basic ignition timing is programmed
within the anti-knocking zone, if recommended fuel is used under dry conditions. The retard system does not
operate under normal driving conditions. If engine knocking occurs, the knock sensor monitors the condition.
The signal is transmitted to the ECM. The ECM retards the ignition timing to eliminate the knocking condition.

Fuel Cut Control (at No Load and High Engine Speed)

UBS00K3A

INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART

*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

If the engine speed is above 1,800 rpm under no load (for example, the shift position is neutral and engine
speed is over 1,800 rpm) fuel will be cut off after some time. The exact time when the fuel is cut off varies
based on engine speed.
Fuel cut will be operated until the engine speed reaches 1,500 rpm, then fuel cut will be cancelled.

NOTE:
This function is different from deceleration control listed under 

EC-24, "Multiport Fuel Injection (MFI) System"

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Sensor

Input Signal to ECM

ECM function

Actuator

Park/neutral position (PNP) switch

Neutral position

Fuel cut con-
trol

Fuel injector

Accelerator pedal position sensor

Accelerator pedal position

Engine coolant temperature sensor

Engine coolant temperature

Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)

Engine speed

Wheel sensor

Vehicle speed*

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AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL

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AIR CONDITIONING CUT CONTROL

PFP:23710

Input/Output Signal Chart

UBS00K3B

*1: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.
*2: ECM determines the start signal status by the signals of engine speed and battery voltage.

System Description

UBS00K3C

This system improves engine operation when the air conditioner is used.
Under the following conditions, the air conditioner is turned off.

When the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.

When cranking the engine.

At high engine speeds.

When the engine coolant temperature becomes excessively high.

When operating power steering during low engine speed or low vehicle speed.

When engine speed is excessively low.

When refrigerant pressure is excessively low or high.

Sensor

Input Signal to ECM

ECM function

Actuator

Air conditioner switch

Air conditioner ON signal*

1

Air conditioner 
cut control

Air conditioner relay

Accelerator pedal position sensor

Accelerator pedal position

Crankshaft position sensor (POS)
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE)

Engine speed*

2

Engine coolant temperature sensor

Engine coolant temperature

Battery

Battery voltage*

2

Refrigerant pressure sensor

Refrigerant pressure

Power steering pressure sensor

Power steering operation

Wheel sensor

Vehicle speed*

1

AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)

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AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)

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System Description

UBS00K3D

INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL CHART

*: This signal is sent to the ECM through CAN communication line.

BASIC ASCD SYSTEM

Refer to Owner's Manual for ASCD operating instructions.
Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) allows a driver to keep vehicle at predetermined constant speed
without depressing accelerator pedal. Driver can set vehicle speed in advance between approximately 40 km/
h (25 MPH) and 144 km/h (89 MPH).
ECM controls throttle angle of electric throttle control actuator to regulate engine speed.
Operation status of ASCD is indicated by CRUISE indicator and SET indicator in combination meter. If any
malfunction occurs in ASCD system, it automatically deactivates control.

NOTE:
Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey all traffic laws.

SET OPERATION

Press MAIN switch. (The CRUISE indicator in combination meter illuminates.)
When vehicle speed reaches a desired speed between approximately 40 km/h (25 MPH) and 144 km/h (89
MPH), press SET/COAST switch. (Then SET indicator in combination meter illuminates.)

ACCELERATE OPERATION

If the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch is pressed during cruise control driving, increase the vehicle speed until
the switch is released or vehicle speed reaches maximum speed controlled by the system.
And then ASCD will keep the new set speed.

CANCEL OPERATION

When any of following conditions exist, cruise operation will be canceled.

CANCEL switch is pressed

More than 2 switches at ASCD steering switch are pressed at the same time (Set speed will be cleared)

Brake pedal is depressed

Selector lever is changed to N, P, R position

Vehicle speed decreased to 13 km/h (8 MPH) lower than the set speed

VDC system is operated

When the ECM detects any of the following conditions, the ECM will cancel the cruise operation and inform
the driver by blinking indicator lamp.

Engine coolant temperature is slightly higher than the normal operating temperature, CRUISE lamp may
blink slowly.
When the engine coolant temperature decreases to the normal operating temperature, CRUISE lamp will
stop blinking and the cruise operation will be able to work by depressing SET/COAST switch or RESUME/
ACCELERATE switch.

Malfunction for some self-diagnoses regarding ASCD control: SET lamp will blink quickly.

If MAIN switch is turned to OFF during ASCD is activated, all of ASCD operations will be canceled and vehicle
speed memory will be erased.

Sensor

Input signal to ECM

ECM function

Actuator

ASCD brake switch

Brake pedal operation

ASCD vehicle speed control

Electric throttle control 
actuator

Stop lamp switch

Brake pedal operation

ASCD steering switch

ASCD steering switch operation

Park/Neutral position (PNP) 
switch

Gear position

Wheel sensor

Vehicle speed*

TCM

Powertrain revolution*

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AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)

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COAST OPERATION

When the SET/COAST switch is pressed during cruise control driving, decrease vehicle set speed until the
switch is released. And then ASCD will keep the new set speed.

RESUME OPERATION

When the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch is pressed after cancel operation other than depressing MAIN
switch is performed, vehicle speed will return to last set speed. To resume vehicle set speed, vehicle condition
must meet following conditions.

Brake pedal is released

Selector lever is in other than P and N positions

Vehicle speed is greater than 40 km/h (25 MPH) and less than 144 km/h (89 MPH)

Component Description

UBS00K3E

ASCD STEERING SWITCH

Refer to 

EC-535

 .

ASCD BRAKE SWITCH

Refer to 

EC-542

  an

EC-621

 .

STOP LAMP SWITCH

Refer to 

EC-542

 , 

EC-558

   and 

EC-621

 .

ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL ACTUATOR 

Refer to 

EC-563

 , 

EC-569

 , 

EC-575

   and 

EC-580

 .

ASCD INDICATOR

Refer to 

EC-628

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CAN COMMUNICATION

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CAN COMMUNICATION

PFP:23710

System Description

UBS00K3F

CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
Refer to 

LAN-25, "CAN COMMUNICATION"

  , about CAN communication for detail.

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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM

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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM

PFP:14950

Description

UBS00K3G

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The evaporative emission system is used to reduce hydrocarbons emitted into the atmosphere from the fuel
system. This reduction of hydrocarbons is accomplished by activated charcoals in the EVAP canister.
The fuel vapor in the sealed fuel tank is led into the EVAP canister which contains activated carbon and the
vapor is stored there when the engine is not operating or when refueling to the fuel tank.
The vapor in the EVAP canister is purged by the air through the purge line to the intake manifold when the
engine is operating. EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is controlled by ECM. When the
engine operates, the flow rate of vapor controlled by EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve is
proportionally regulated as the air flow increases.
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve also shuts off the vapor purge line during decelerating.

PBIB1631E

EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM

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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION LINE DRAWING

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EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM

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