Nissan Pathfinder (2010 year). Manual - part 193

4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP OR 4LO INDICATOR LAMP DO NOT CHANGE

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CHECK SYSTEM FOR ACTUATOR POSITION SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for actuator position switch system. Refer to 

DLN-52, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 10.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

10.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again. 
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 11.

11.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 12.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

12.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-154, "Disassembly and Assembly"

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2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON

ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON

Description

INFOID:0000000005258324

ATP warning lamp does not turn ON when the transfer case is switched in or out of 4LO with the A/T selector

lever in N position.

Diagnosis Procedure

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Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to 

DLN-95, "Wiring Diagram - ALL-MODE 4WD SYSTEM -"

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1.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE

Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to 

DLN-23, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)"

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Do the self-diagnostic results indicate CAN communication?

YES

>> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD shift switch system. Refer to 

DLN-38, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 3.

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH SIGNAL

Perform trouble diagnosis for transmission range switch signal system. Refer to 

DLN-45, "Diagnosis Proce-

dure"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 4.

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR ATP SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for ATP switch system. Refer to 

DLN-125, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 5.

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

5.

CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT AND COMBINATION METER

1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.  (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)

2. Disconnect transfer control unit harness connector and combination meter harness connector.

3. Check continuity between the following terminals.

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Transfer control unit harness connector M152 terminal 15 and

combination meter harness connector M24 terminal 21.

Continuity should exist.

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ATP WARNING LAMP DOES NOT TURN ON

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Transfer control unit harness connector M153 terminal 40 and

combination meter harness connector M24 terminal 1.

Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.

OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 6.

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

6.

CHECK ATP WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT

1. A/T selector lever "P" position.

2. Connect combination meter harness connector and transfer control unit harness connector.

3. Disconnect ATP switch harness connector.

4. Ground the following terminal using suitable wiring.

5. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)

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ATP switch harness connector F55 terminal 8 and ground.

Does indicator lamp turn on?

OK

>> GO TO 7.

NG

>> Replace combination meter. Refer to 

MWI-96, "Removal

and Installation"

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7.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
OK or NG

OK

>> Inspection End.

NG

>> GO TO 8.

8.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

 Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 9.

NG

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

9.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-154, "Disassembly and Assembly"

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2. Check transfer inner parts.
OK or NG

OK

>> Inspection End.

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

40 TO 1: Continuity should 
not exist.
1 to 40: Continuity should 
exist.

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4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP KEEPS FLASHING

4WD SHIFT INDICATOR LAMP KEEPS FLASHING

Description

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The 4WD shift indicator lamp keeps flashing.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM

1. Set 4WD shift switch to 2WD.

2. Move vehicle forward and backward, or drive straight increasing or decreasing under 20 km/h (12 MPH).
Dose 4WD shift indicator lamp keep flashing?

YES

>> GO TO 2.

NO

>> Inspection End.

2.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR WAIT DETECTION SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for wait detection switch system. Refer to 

DLN-42, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR NEUTRAL-4LO SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for neutral-4LO switch system. Refer to 

DLN-35, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 6.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

6.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-154, "Disassembly and Assembly"

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2. Check transfer inner parts.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES RAPIDLY

Description

INFOID:0000000005258328

The 4WD warning lamp flashes quickly while driving (2 times / second).  The lamp continues to flash until the

ignition switch is turned OFF.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK TIRE

Check the following.

• Tire pressure

• Wear condition

• Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 2. 

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

2.

CHECK 4WD WARNING LAMP

Stop the vehicle and allow it to idle for a short period of time.
Does flashing stop?

YES

>> Inspection End. 

NO

>> GO TO 3.

3.

CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE

Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to 

DLN-74, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

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4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES SLOWLY

4WD WARNING LAMP FLASHES SLOWLY

Description

INFOID:0000000005258330

The 4WD warning lamp flashes slowly while driving (1 time / 2 seconds).  The lamp continues to flash until the

ignition switch is turned OFF.

Diagnosis Procedure

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1.

CHECK TIRE

Check the following.

• Tire pressure

• Wear condition

• Longitudinal tire size (There is no difference between longitudinal tires.)
OK or NG

OK

>> GO TO 2. 

NG

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

2.

CHECK TRANSFER FLUID TEMPERATURE

Perform trouble diagnosis for transfer fluid temperature system. Refer to 

DLN-74, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK CLUTCH PRESSURE SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure switch system. Refer to 

DLN-77, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 4.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

4.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 5.

5.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

Description

INFOID:0000000005258332

This symptom occurs when the vehicle is accelerating in 4WD and the steering wheel is turned fully either

direction.  It may feel like a bump or being pushed from behind.  A small amount of this bumping feeling is

acceptable under certain road conditions.  The transfer case may be adjusted using the CONSULT-III to com-

pensate for this condition.

Diagnosis Procedure

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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE

NOTE:

• Light tight-corner braking symptom may occur depending on driving conditions in AUTO mode.  This is not a

malfunction.

• Heavy tight-corner braking symptom occurs when vehicle is driven in the following conditions: 4WD shift

switch is 4H or 4LO, steering wheel is turned fully to either side.

1.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CAN COMMUNICATION LINE

Perform self-diagnosis.  Refer to 

DLN-23, "CONSULT-III Function (ALL MODE AWD/4WD)"

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Is CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000] displayed?

YES

>> Perform trouble diagnosis for CAN communication line.

NO

>> GO TO 2.

2.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR 4WD SHIFT SWITCH

Perform trouble diagnosis for 4WD shift switch system. Refer to 

DLN-38, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 3.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

3.

CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SIGNAL CIRCUIT

Perform self diagnosis for ECM.  Refer to 

EC-557, "CONSULT-III Function (ENGINE)"

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Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnosis?

YES

>> Check the malfunctioning system.

NO

>> GO TO 4.

4.

CHECK SYSTEM FOR CLUTCH PRESSURE SOLENOID

Perform trouble diagnosis for clutch pressure solenoid system. Refer to 

DLN-60, "Diagnosis Procedure"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 5.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

5.

SYMPTOM CHECK

Check again.
Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> GO TO 6.

6.

CHECK TRANSFER CONTROL UNIT

Check transfer control unit input/output signal. Refer to 

DLN-87, "Reference Value"

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Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> GO TO 7.

NO

>> Check transfer control unit pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.

7.

CHECK TRANSFER INNER PARTS

1. Disassemble transfer assembly. Refer to 

DLN-154, "Disassembly and Assembly"

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2. Check transfer inner parts.

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HEAVY TIGHT-CORNER BRAKING SYMPTOM OCCURS

Are the inspection results normal?

YES

>> Inspection End.

NO

>> Repair or replace damaged parts.

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