Vehicle Jerks During TCS Activation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.

Are self-diagnosis result items displayed?
1. Yes >> After checking and repairing the applicable item, perform the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis again.
2. No >> GO TO 2.
ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL INSPECTION
Perform data monitor with CONSULT-II for the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).

Is the engine speed at idle 400 RPM or higher?
1. Yes >> GO TO 4.
2. No >> GO TO 3.
ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform ECM self-diagnosis.

Are self-diagnosis result items displayed?
1. Yes >> After checking and repairing the applicable item, perform the ECM self-diagnosis again.
2. No >> GO TO 4.
TCM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform TCM self-diagnosis.

Are self-diagnosis result items displayed?
1. Yes >> After checking and repairing the applicable item, perform the ECM self-diagnosis again.
2. No >> GO TO 5.
CONNECTOR INSPECTION
Disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connector and the ECM connectors and check the terminals for deformation, disconnection, looseness or damage.

OK or NG
1. OK >> GO TO 6.
2. NG >> Repair or replace the connector terminal.
CAN COMMUNICATION INSPECTION
Check the CAN communication system. Refer to CAN Communication System Inspection .

OK or NG
1. OK >> INSPECTION END.
2. NG >> Reconnect the connectors, and perform ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) self-diagnosis.