1998 Nissan-Datsun Sentra BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Setting SRT Codes

  1. With scan tool connected to Datalink Connector (DLC), start engine and allow vehicle to warm to operating temperature (coolant temp. at 158°F). Drive vehicle according to procedure described. See Fig 1.
  2. Perform driving procedure one or more times. If driving procedure is interrupted, repeat procedure. On A/T models, operate vehicle with shift lever in "D" position with overdrive on. On M/T models, shift gears at specified intervals. See M/T SHIFT POINTS.
M/T SHIFT POINTS

Application Shift Speed MPH
Acceleration Below 4000 Ft. Elevation
1-2 13
2-3 23
3-4 33
4-5 39
Cruising Speed Below 4000 Ft. Elevation
1-2 13
2-3 16
3-4 27
4-5 36
Acceleration Above 4000 Ft. Elevation
1-2 15
2-3 25
3-4 40
4-5 45
Maximum Speed/Gear
1 30
2 60
3 90
Fig 1: Setting System Readiness Test (SRT) Codes
G98C01294Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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