Nissan Murano: Symptom Diagnosis / Vehicle Does Not Enter Awd Mode

Nissan Murano (Z52) 2015-2024 Service Manual / Transmission & Driveline / Driveline :: Transfer: Ty21c / Symptom Diagnosis / Vehicle Does Not Enter Awd Mode

Diagnosis Procedure

Vehicle does not enter 4-wheel drive mode even though AWD warning icon/display is not displayed.

CHECK AWD WARNING ICON/DISPLAY

Perform the trouble diagnosis of the AWD warning icon/display. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES>>

GO TO 2.

NO>>

Repair or replace the error-detected parts.

CHECK PARKING BRAKE SWITCH SIGNAL

CONSULT

Select “P BRAKE SW” in “Data Monitor” mode of “ALL MODE AWD/4WD”.

Monitor Item Condition Status
P BRAKE SW When the parking brake pedal is operation. On
When the parking brake pedal is not operation. Off

Is the inspection result normal?

YES>>

GO TO 3.

NO>>

Proceed to Component Function Check.

CRUISE TEST

Drive the Nissan Murano vehicle for a period of time.

Does any symptom occur?

YES>>

Replace electric controlled coupling for mechanical malfunction (mechanical engagement of clutch is not possible). Refer to Removal and Installation.

NO>>

Check each harness connector pin terminal for disconnection.

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    The autolight system allows the headlights to turn on and off automatically. The autolight system can:

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