Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Nissan-Datsun Sentra BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Diagnostic Trouble Code Definitions
DTC IDENTIFICATION
| OBD-II DTC | MIL Code | Items Affected | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P0100 | 0102 | Mass Air Flow Sensor Circuit | ||||||
| P0110 | 0401 | Intake Air Temperature Sensor Circuit | ||||||
| P0115 | 0103 | Engine Coolant Temp Sensor Circuit | ||||||
| P0120 | 0403 | Throttle Position Sensor Circuit | ||||||
| P0125 | 0908 | Engine Coolant Temp Sensor | ||||||
| P0130 | 0303 | Front Oxygen Sensor Circuit (Front O2 Sensor) | ||||||
| P0130 | 0307 | Closed Loop Control - Right/Front HO2S | ||||||
| P0135 | 0901 | Right/Front HO2S - Heater Fault | ||||||
| P0136 | 0707 | Closed Loop Control - Right/Rear HO2S | ||||||
| P0170 | 0706 | Fuel Injection System - Control Fault | ||||||
| P0300 | 0701 | Multiple Cylinder Misfire | ||||||
| P0304 | 0701 | Multiple Cylinder Misfire | ||||||
| P0325 (1) | 0304 | Knock Sensor Circuit | ||||||
| P0335 | 0802 | Crankshaft Position Sensor (OBD) | ||||||
| P0340 | 0101 | Camshaft Position Sensor | ||||||
| P0400 | 0302 | EGR System Function | ||||||
| P0402 | 0306 | EGR Control Backpressure Transducer (EGRC - BPT) Valve | ||||||
| P0420 | 0702 | Catalyst Function - Right Bank On V6 | ||||||
| P0500 | 0104 | Vehicle Speed Sensor | ||||||
| P0505 | 0205 | Idle Air & Auxiliary Air Control Valve | ||||||
| P0605 | 0301 | Engine Control Module | ||||||
| P0705 | 1003 | (2) Park/Neutral Position Switch | ||||||
| P1110 | 0805 | Valve Timing Control (VTC) | ||||||
| P1320 | 0201 | Primary Ignition Signal | ||||||
| P1336 | 0905 | Crankshaft Position Sensor | ||||||
| P1400 | 1005 | EGR Control Solenoid Valve | ||||||
| P1401 | 0305 | EGR Temperature Sensor | ||||||
| P1550 | 0904 | (3) Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve | ||||||
| P1900 | 1308 | Cooling Fan/Overheat | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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