Infiniti cold start DTC

June 9, 2014
This TSB applies to the 2009 Infiniti FX50 equipped with the VK50 engine. If the vehicle has a MIL on with DTC P1421 (cold start control) stored in the ECM and there are no drivability issues, it may be necessary to reprogram the ECM.

This TSB applies to the 2009 Infiniti FX50 equipped with the VK50 engine. If the vehicle has a MIL on with DTC P1421 (cold start control) stored in the ECM and there are no drivability issues, it may be necessary to reprogram the ECM.

  1. Connect C-III to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.
  2. When you get to the ECM Reprogramming screen shown in Figure 1, confirm that this bulletin applies as follows:
    1. On your C-III screen, look at the part number column. If this column is blank (no part number listed), this bulletin does not apply. Close C-III and refer to ASIST for further diagnostic information. If a part number is listed, write it on the repair order.
    2. Compare the part number that you wrote down to the numbers in the Current ECM Part Number column in Table A. If there is a match, this bulletin applies. Continue with reprogramming. If there are two programming options on the C-III screen, use the one that does not have the message “Caution! Use ONLY with ITBXX-XXX.” If there is not a match, this bulletin does not apply.

TABLE A

Vehicle configuration; FX50 with VK50 engine                      Current ECM part Number

Intelligent cruise control….Equipped w/ V-rated tires (1)…….23710-1CV0A, 23710-1CV0B

Intelligent cruise control…Equipped w/ W-rated tires (2)…....23710-1CV1A, 23710-1CV1B

Conventional cruise control..w/ V-rated tires (1)……………...23710-1CA9A, 23710-1CA9B

Conventional cruise control..w/W-rated tires (2)……………...23710-1CA7A, 23710-1CA7B

(1)   Original factory-equipped Bridgestone V-rated tires

(2)   Original factory-equipped Dunlop W-rated tires

  1. If this bulletin applies and you have performed ECM reprogramming, when reprogramming is complete the screen in Figure 2 appears.
  2. Be sure to erase DTCs from all systems.
  3. Test drive the vehicle for proper operation and confirm that the check engine light is off. If the check engine light illuminates, diagnose, perform repairs and erase DTCs.

Sponsored Recommendations

Learn how electronic parking brake actuators have replaced manual systems and now play a key role in advanced safety features like automatic emergency braking. This WIYB Training...
Not all fuel injectors are created equal. In this WIYB Training Series, we compare Standard® Fuel Injectors against OE, low-cost imports. See why precision engineering and rigorous...
Carrying active OEM subscriptions for all manufacturers is not possible for many shops. However, access to this software is required for certain modern vehicles and repairs, and...
Enhance your collision repair workflow with Autel’s IA900, a process-driven solution integrating precision alignment, bi-directional diagnostics, and ADAS calibration. Designed...

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Vehicle Service Pros, create an account today!