Ignition Coil Power Source

2001 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE, Standard, RS5F70ASECTION Ignition Coil Power Source
  1. Disconnect ignition coil 2-pin harness connector. Turn ignition on. Measure voltage at appropriate wire at ignition coil harness connector. See IGNITION COIL POWER SOURCE TERMINAL IDENTIFICATION  table.
  2. If battery voltage is present, check ignition coil resistance. See IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE . If battery voltage does not exist, check continuity of entire circuit between battery and ignition coil, including fusible link and ignition switch. See WIRING DIAGRAMS article.
IGNITION COIL POWER SOURCE TERMINAL IDENTIFICATION

Application Wire Color
Altima Black/Red
Frontier & Xterra Black/White
Maxima & Pathfinder Red
Quest Brown
Sentra Green/White
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.