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AT14-004b

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May 10, 2016

INFINITI; PROGRAMMING BLANK TCM
This bulletin has been amended. The Applied Vehicles have been updated and information/steps
for obtaining a TCM software part number have been changed.
Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:

2004-2010 QX56 (JA60)
2008-2010 EX35 (J50)
2005-2006 Q45 (F50)
2003-2008 FX (S50)
2007-2008 G35 Sedan (V36)
2006-2008 M35 (Y50)
2008 G37 Coupe (V36)
2009-2010 M35 AWD Only (Y50)
2005-2006 G35 Sedan (V35)
2006-2010 M45 (Y50)
2005-2007 G35 Coupe (V35)
2004 G35 Coupe (V35) built after JNKCV54E(*)4M800001
2004 G35 Sedan (V35) built after JNKCV51E(*)4M600001, or
JNKCV51F(*)4M700001

APPLIED TRANSMISSION:

RWD 5 speed A/T

SERVICE INFORMATION
Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control
valves (valve bodies) now come with “blank” Transmission Control Modules (TCMs).
Blank TCMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) and then configured after
they are installed.
When ordering a replacement A/T or control valve, use the Infiniti electronic parts information systems to obtain
the correct software program part number.
This bulletin contains details for:


Saving and copying information from the old (current) TCM and applying it to the new (replacement)
A/T assembly or valve body blank TCM



Obtaining and installing program information into the new A/T assembly or new control valve blank
TCM when it cannot be copied from the old TCM

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 dealer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.
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Blank TCM Programming Procedure (summary)
Below is a summary of the steps for blank TCM programming. For details, go to page 3.
NOTE: Erase any stored DTCs and perform DTC related repairs before starting the programming
procedure in this bulletin. Refer to ASIST and the ESM as needed.
For vehicles where the old/current TCM can be accessed (TCM P/N can be read) with C-III plus:
a. Connect and launch C-III plus:
 From the C-III plus home page, Select Re/Programming, Configuration.
 Proceed to Re/programming.
 Select Programming (not reprogramming).
b. Select Before Replace ECU.
c. Save the current TCM P/N and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
d. Replace the 5-speed rear wheel drive A/T assembly or control valve with a new one that contains a blank
TCM.
e. Select vehicle model and year, and then select Confirm.
f.

Select After Replace ECU.

g. Select Start (to begin programming).
h. Once programming has completed, configure the new TCM and erase DTCs.
i.

Close C-III plus.

For vehicles where the old/current TCM cannot be accessed (TCM P/N cannot be read) with C-III plus:
a. Replace the 5-speed rear wheel drive A/T assembly or control valve with a new one that contains a blank
TCM.
b. Use the Infiniti electronic parts information systems to obtain the correct software program part number.
c. Connect C-III plus, navigate to the screen that shows the selection Programming, and then select
Programming.
d. Select After Replace ECU.
e. Select the P/N from the list that matches the one obtained from the electronic parts information systems.
 Double-check and make sure the correct P/N has been selected.
f.

Select Start (to begin programming).

g. Once programming has completed, configure the new TCM and erase DTCs.
h. Close C-III plus.

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Blank TCM Programming Procedure (details)

NOTE:


Always enter the VIN into the electronic parts catalog (FAST or equivalent), when ordering (looking up)
a replacement A/T assembly or control valve.



Do not replace/install the new A/T or control valve, with blank TCM, until told to do so in the
SERVICE PROCEDURE.

Can the old TCM (the one that will be replaced) be accessed with C-III plus?
NOTE: To determine if the old TCM can be accessed with C-III plus: Select Diagnosis (One System)
> Transmission, and then read the TCM P/N. Can the TCM P/N be accessed and read?

YES – go to PROGRAM BLANK TCM (when old TCM is accessible with C-III plus) on the next page.
If the vehicle’s old/current TCM can be accessed with C-III plus, its current internal P/N can be saved
and then applied to the new blank TCM.

NO – go to PROGRAM BLANK TCM (when old TCM is NOT accessible with C-III plus) on page 22.
If the old/current TCM cannot be accessed with C-III plus, the software program P/N to be
programmed into the blank TCM will need to be obtained using the Infiniti electronic parts information
systems.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE

PROGRAM BLANK TCM (when old TCM is accessible with C-III plus)

NOTE:


Do not remove the old A/T or control valve until told to do so in the SERVICE PROCEDURE.



Use this procedure if the vehicle’s old/current TCM can be accessed with CONSULT-III plus.

IMPORTANT: Before starting the program procedure, make sure:


ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been freshly synchronized (updated).



All C-III plus software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE: The CONSULT PC automatically gets applicable TCM programming data during ASIST
synchronization.



A screen print for Warranty documentation can be done from the CONSULT PC during this process
while still connected to the vehicle.
NOTE: After programming is complete, you will be required to perform A/T write configuration and DTC
erase.

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1. Connect the C-III plus Vehicle Interface (plus VI) to the vehicle.


Make sure to use the correct VI for C-III plus (plus VI).
CAUTION: Make sure the plus VI is securly connected to the DLC. If the plus VI connection is loose
during programming, the process will be interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.

2. Connect the AC Adapter to the CONSULT PC.
CAUTION: Be sure to connect the AC Adapter. If the CONSULT PC battery voltage drops during
programming, the process will be interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.

3. Connect a battery charger to the vehicle battery:


GR-8 (Battery and Electrical Diagnostic Station) set to ECM power supply.
CAUTION: Be sure the battery charger is connected securely to the battery. Make sure the battery
voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during programming. If the battery voltage goes out of this
range during programming, the TCM may be damaged.

4. Turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within range of the CONSULT
PC and the plus VI.
CAUTION: Make sure to turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices. If Bluetooth® signal waves are
within range of the CONSULT PC and the plus VI during programming, programming may be
interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.

5. Turn the ignition ON (engine OFF).
 The engine must not start or run during the programming procedure.

6. Turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads such as exterior lights, interior lights, HVAC, blower fan, rear defogger,
audio, NAVI, seat heater, steering wheel heater, etc.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads. Make sure the battery voltage stays
between 12.0V and 15.5V during programming. If the battery voltage goes out of this range during
programming, the TCM may be damaged.

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7. Open / start C-III plus.


You will be accessing the vehicle’s old TCM.
NOTE: All C-III plus screens throughout this bulletin are examples. Actual C-III plus screens on your
CONSULT PC may vary slightly.

8. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.


The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.

Step 8:
plus VI is
recognized

Figure 1
9. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

Step
9

Figure 2
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10. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
11. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
NOTE: The box cannot be checked until all precautions in step 10 have been viewed and read.
12. Select Next.

Step
10

Step
11

Step
12

Figure 3
13. Select Infiniti, Vehicle Name, Model Year, and then Select.


If the screen in Figure 4 does not display, skip to step 14.
XXXXXX

Step
13

This works, too
Step
13

INFINITI M35h

Step
13

Figure 4
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14. Make sure VIN or Chassis # matches the vehicle’s VIN.
15. If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.

Step
14

XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX

20XX

Step
15

Figure 5
16. Select Confirm.

XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX

Step
16

Figure 6
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17. Select TRANSMISSION.

Step
17

Figure 7
NOTE: If the old TCM cannot be accessed with C-III plus, go to page 22,
Program Blank ECM (When ECM is NOT Accessible With C-III plus).

18. Select Programming. Do not select Reprogramming.

Step
18

Figure 8

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

If the screen in Figure 9 appears, select Next.

Figure 9
19. Select Before Replace ECU.

Step
19

Figure 10

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20. Select Save.

XXXXXXX

TRANSMISSION
31020-XXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXX
2014/01/13 19:05:20

Step
20

Figure 11

21. Select Next.

XXXXXXX

TRANSMISSION
31020-XXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXX

Step
21

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Figure 12

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22. Make sure the VIN in the Saved Data List (Figure 13) matches the vehicle’s VIN.


If the VIN is not correct, select Delete, and then start over from the C-III plus Home screen.

23. If the VIN is correct, select Confirm.
 This step will save the vehicle’s existing TCM information.

Step
22

XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
TRANSMISSION
31020-XXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
13/1/2014 7:06 PM

Step
23

Figure 13
24. After Confirm is selected in step 23, the screen in Figure 14 will display. Select Home.

Step
24

Figure 14

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25. Replace the old A/T assembly or control valve with a new one (with blank TCM) now:


Refer to the appropriate section in the ESM for A/T or control valve removal and installation.



If the CONSULT PC is removed from the vehicle for any reason, make sure the saved data is not
erased.

26. After the A/T or control valve has been replaced:
a. Open / start C-III plus.
b. Make sure the ignition is ON (engine OFF).
 The engine must not start during the programming procedure.
c. Make sure the GR8 / battery charger is connected.
NOTE: All C-III plus screens throughout this bulletin are examples. Actual C-III plus screens on your
CONSULT PC may vary slightly.
27. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.


The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.

Step 27:
Plus VI is
recognized

Figure 15

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28. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

Step
28

Figure 16
29. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
30. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
31. Select Next.

Step
29

Step
30

Step
31

Figure 17

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32. Select Infiniti, Vehicle Name, Model Year, and then Select.


If the screen in Figure 18 does not display, skip to step 33.

Step
32

This works, too
Step
32

INFINITI M35h

Step
32

Figure 18
33. Make sure VIN or Chassis # matches the vehicle’s VIN.
34. If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.

Step
33

XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
XXXXXXX
20XX

Step
34

Figure 19

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35. Select Confirm.
NOTE: If there is only one data file saved on C-III plus, it will automatically be selected. If there is more
than one, select the data file for your vehicle, and then select Confirm.

NOTE

XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
TRANSMISSION
32010-XXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
13/1/2014 7:06 PM

Step
35

Figure 20

36. Select After Replace ECU.

Step
36

Figure 21

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37. Use arrows to view and read all precautions.
38. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
39. Select Next.

Step
37

Step
38

Step
39

Figure 22
40. Select Next.

Step
40

Figure 23

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41. Select Next.

32010-XXXXX
32010-XXXXX
XXXXXXX
XXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXX
TRANSMISSION

Step
41

Figure 24
42. Make sure OK is highlighted green (battery voltage must be between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts).
43. Select Next.
IMPORTANT: Optimum battery voltage operating range for programming is 12.0-13.5V.
Battery voltage must stay between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts during programming or TCM programming may be
interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.

Monitor battery
voltage here

Step
42

Step
43