Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: Variable induction air system
Description
Power Valves 1 and 2
The power valves 1 and 2 are installed in intake manifold collector and used to
control the suction passage of
the variable induction air control system. They are set in the fully closed or
fully opened position by the power
valve actuators 1 and 2 operated by the vacuum stored in the vacuum tank. The
vacuum to power valve actuators
is controlled by the VIAS control solenoid valves 1 and 2.
Component Function Check
1.CHECK OVERALL FUNCTION-I
With CONSULT
- Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
- Perform "VIAS S/V-1" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
- Turn VIAS control solenoid valve 1 "ON" and "OFF", and check that
power valve actuator 1 rod moves.

- Power valve actuator 1
- Power valve actuator 1 rod
- Power valve actuator 2 rod
- Power valve actuator 2
: Vehicle front
Without CONSULT
- Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
- When revving engine up to 5,000 rpm quickly.
- Check that power valve actuator 1 rod moves under the following
conditions.

- Power valve actuator 1
- Power valve actuator 1 rod
- Power valve actuator 2 rod
- Power valve actuator 2
: Vehicle front

2.CHECK OVERALL FUNCTION-II
With CONSULT
- Perform "VIAS S/V-2" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
- Turn VIAS control solenoid valve 2 "ON" and "OFF", and check that
power valve actuator 2 rod moves.

- Power valve actuator 1
- Power valve actuator 1 rod
- Power valve actuator 2 rod
- Power valve actuator 2
: Vehicle front
Without CONSULT
- When revving engine up to 5,000 rpm quickly.
- Check that power valve actuator 2 rod moves under the following
conditions.

- Power valve actuator 1
- Power valve actuator 1 rod
- Power valve actuator 2 rod
- Power valve actuator 2
: Vehicle front

Diagnosis Procedure
1.INSPECTION START
Confirm the malfunctioning system (power valve 1 or power valve 2).
2.CHECK VACUUM EXISTENCE-I
With CONSULT
- Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hose connected to power valve
actuator 1.
- Start engine and let it idle.
- Perform "VIAS S/V-1" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
- Turn VIAS control solenoid valve 1 "ON" and "OFF", and check
vacuum existence under the following conditions.

Without CONSULT
- Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hose connected to power valve
actuator 1.
- Disconnect VIAS control solenoid valve 1 harness connector.
- Start engine.
- When revving engine up to 5,000 rpm quickly.
- Check vacuum existence under the following conditions.

3.CHECK VACUUM TANK
- Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hose connected to intake
manifold collector.
- Start engine and let it idle.
- Check vacuum existence from intake manifold collector.
4.CHECK VACUUM HOSE
- Stop engine.
- Check vacuum hose for cracks, clogging, improper connection
or disconnection.

5.CHECK VIAS CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 1
6.CHECK VACUUM EXISTENCE-II
With CONSULT
- Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hose connected to power valve
actuator 2.
- Start engine and let it idle.
- Perform "VIAS S/V-2" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
- Turn VIAS control solenoid valve 2 "ON" and "OFF", and check
vacuum existence under the following conditions.

Without CONSULT
- Stop engine and disconnect vacuum hose connected to power valve
actuator 2.
- Disconnect VIAS control solenoid valve 1 harness connector.
- Start engine.
- When revving engine up to 5,000 rpm quickly.
- Check vacuum existence under the following conditions.

7.CHECK VACUUM HOSE
- Stop engine.
- Check vacuum hose for cracks, clogging, improper connection
or disconnection.

8.CHECK VIAS CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 2
9.CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
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ECM
Reference Value
VALUES ON THE DIAGNOSIS TOOL
NOTE:
The following table includes information (items) inapplicable
to this vehicle. For information (items) applicable
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Doors
When the doors are locked using one of the
following methods, the doors cannot be opened
using the inside or outside door handles. The
doors must be unlocked to open the doors.
WARNING
Before opening any door, always look
for and avoid oncoming traffic.
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Rear seat
Exploded View - Fixed Seatback
Headrest
Headrest holder (free)
Headrest holder (locked)
Bumper
Seatback assembly
Seatback trim
Seatback pad
Seat cushion trim
Seat cushion pad
Seat cushion wire cover
Seat cushion lock
Seat cushion assembly
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TCM branch line circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK CONNECTOR
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
Check the following terminals and connectors for damage, bend and
loose connection (unit side and connector
side).
TCM
Harness connector F1
Harness con ...