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October 20, 2016

TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin has been amended. Modifications have been made to include 2017 Q50, Q60, Q70, QX60, and QX80
vehicles. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:

2013 JX35 (L50)
2013 M37/M56 and M35 Hybrid (Y51)
2013 QX56 (Z62)
2014-2017 Q50 and Q50 Hybrid (V37)
2014-2017 Q70 and Q70 Hybrid (Y51)
2014-2017 QX60 and QX60 Hybrid (L50)
2014-2017 QX80 (Z62)
2017 Q60 (CV37)
2017 QX30 (H15)

Vehicles equipped with
factory Navigation system

SERVICE INFORMATION
The Applied Vehicles that are equipped with a factory Navigation system are also equipped with a wireless
communication device called a Telematics Communication Unit (TCU).
With an active subscription (Infiniti Connection™ or Infiniti InTouch Services™), the TCU communicates with
the Infiniti Data Center to provide various safety, security, and convenience services.
This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed in order to set-up and
maintain the telematics system for the Applied Vehicles. If these procedures are not completed,
telematics system functions - such as personal security features - will not be active.
Service procedures in this bulletin:


Turning ON the TCU During Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) – Page 2



When a TCU Needs To Be Replaced – Page 6

Infiniti Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are properly trained
individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe
that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO NOT assume that it does. See your Infiniti retailer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.
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Turning ON the TCU During Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI)
NOTE: The TCU is OFF when delivered to the dealership and will need to be turned ON during PDI.

1. Connect the CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) VI to the vehicle.

2. Set the parking brake.

3. Push the ignition switch twice to ON mode, or turn the key two positions to ON mode.

4. Launch C-III plus on the CONSULT PC.

5. Select Diagnosis (One System).

Step
5

Figure 1

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6. Select Telematics on page 2 of the all
systems list.

Step
6

Figure 2

7. Select Work Support.

Step
7

Figure 3

8. Select TCU Activate Setting.
9. Select Start.
Step
8
Step
9

Figure 4
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10. Select Start.

Step
10

Figure 5

11. Select ON to turn ON the TCU.

Step
11

12. Select END.
Step
12

Figure 6

13. Select Start.

Step
13

Figure 7
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14. Select Start.

Step
14

Figure 8

15. Confirm “On” is displayed in the
Current status field.

Step
15

Figure 9

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When a TCU Needs To Be Replaced
NOTE:


For 2016-2017 Q50, 2017 Q60, and 2017 QX60 with remote engine start (button on key fob): You
MUST have ALL customer keys before beginning this procedure.



Each TCU is registered to a specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). TCUs cannot be “swapped”
between vehicles. Once a TCU is registered to a vehicle, the TCU cannot be used in another vehicle.



The VIN MUST be written to the replacement TCU after installation.



The replacement TCU must come from Nissan North America parts supply.

1. Turn OFF the TCU using C-III plus.


Perform steps 1-15 of the Turning ON the TCU During Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) procedure
starting on page 2.
 Instead of selecting “ON” in step 11, select “OFF.”
 In step 15, confirm the current status is displayed as “Off.”
 After step 15, select End.

2. Select SAVE VIN DATA.
3. Select Start.

Step
2

Step
3

Figure 10
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4. Select START.
Step
4

NOTE: If the VIN data cannot be
saved, you will have to manually
enter the VIN later in this procedure.

Figure 11

5. Select End.

Step
5

Figure 12

6. Remove the TCU from the vehicle.


Refer to the Electronic Service Manual ESM, section AV – Audio Visual & Navigation System, for
removal information.

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Step 7 must be performed AFTER the original TCU is removed from the vehicle and BEFORE
the replacement TCU is installed.
7. Write the following information on the repair order:
a) VIN.
b) International Mobile Equipment Identity Number (IMEI) of the original TCU. This number is located
on the TCU.
c) IMEI Number of the replacement TCU. This number is located on the TCU.
d) Serial Number of the replacement TCU. This number is located on the TCU.

LABEL ON TCU
Examples of IMEI and Serial Number on TCU Label

XXXXX

XXXXX

Figure 13
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Install the replacement TCU into the vehicle.


Refer to the ESM, section AV – Audio Visual & Navigation System, for installation information.

9. Connect the CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) VI to the vehicle.
10. Set the parking brake.
11. Push the ignition switch twice to ON mode, or turn the key two positions to ON mode.
12. Launch C-III plus on the CONSULT PC.

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13. Select Diagnosis (One System).

Step
13

Figure 14

14. Select Telematics.

Step
14

Figure 15

15. Select Work Support.

Step
15

Figure 16
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16. Select WRITE VIN DATA.
NOTE: If VIN DATA could not be saved
in step 4 on page 7, then skip to
Manually Enter VIN Data (if needed)
on page 12.
Step
16

Step
17

17. Select Start.

Figure 17

18. Select Start.

Step
18

Figure 18

19. Select End.

Step
19

Figure 19
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20. Is the vehicle you are working on a 2016-2017 Q50 or Q50 Hybrid, 2017 Q60, or 2017 QX30?
YES: Go to Manual TCU Configuration on page 14, then proceed to step 21.
NO: Proceed to the next step (step 21).
21. Turn ON the TCU.


Perform steps 1-15 of the Turning ON the TCU During Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) procedure,
starting on page 2.

22. This step is only for 2016-2017 Q50, 2017 Q60, and 2017 QX60 with remote engine start (button on key
fob):


Step 22 must be performed before step 23.



Perform Intelligent Key registration for all customer keys.
NOTE: The Remote Engine Start and Stolen Vehicle Locator features (if so equipped) will not function
if Intelligent Key registration is not completed.

23. Call the Infiniti Call Center at 1-800-334-7858. Listen for additional applicable prompts. (Hours of operation
are listed at the bottom of the page.)
During this call:
 You will be asked for your name, dealership name, and all of the information collected in step 7 on
page 8.
 The Call Center agent will deactivate the original TCU and activate the replacement TCU.
IMPORTANT: Step 23 MUST be performed to activate the replacement TCU. If it is not performed the TCU will
not be able to communicate with the Infiniti Data Center.
END
Infiniti Call Center (1-800-334-7858) – Hours of Operation (Central Time Zone)
Monday – Friday: 7AM – 10PM
Saturday: 8AM – 5PM
Special Holiday Hours:
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
Christmas Eve: 7AM – 7PM
New Year’s Eve: 7AM – 7PM

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Manually Enter VIN Data (if needed)
(If step 4 on page 7 was unsuccessful)
1. Select VIN REGISTRATION.

Step
1

Figure 20

2. Enter the VIN.
a) Touch the VIN (1ST TIME) input
field and type in the VIN.
b) Touch the VIN (2ND TIME) input
field and type in the VIN again.

Step
2a

Step
2b

Figure 21
c) Select Start.

Step
2c

Figure 22
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3. Select End.

Step
3

Figure 23

4. Return to step 21 on page 11.

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Manual TCU Configuration (2016-2017 Q50 and Q50 Hybrid, 2017 Q60, and 2017 QX30 only)
1. Select Re/programming, Configuration.
NOTE: C-III plus screen for steps 2-4 not shown.
2. Read the precautions on C-III plus screen
and then select Next.

Step
1

3. Select model and model year.
4. Select Select, and then Confirm.

Figure 24
5. Select TELEMATICS.

Step
5

Figure 25
6. Select After ECU Replacement.

Step
6

Figure 26
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7. Select Manual selection.

Step
7

Figure 27
8. Select the applicable Type ID:
For 2016-2017 Q50 and Q50 Hybrid:
28277-1HK0A

Step
8

For 2017 QX30:
28277-5DA2A
For 2017 Q60:
28277-5CA2A
Step
9

Figure 28

9. Select Next.

10. Select OK.

11. Return to step 21 on page 11.
Step
10

Figure 29
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