2002 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-R, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Consult-II Basic Operation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication. 
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Connect "CONSULT-II" and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector
    G03500208Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Turn ignition switch ON.
  4. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)".
    Fig 2: Identifying CONSULT II Display (Start (Nissan Based VHCL))
    G03500209Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Touch "BCM".

    If "BCM" is not indicated, go to "CONSULT-II DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) CIRCUIT "

    Fig 3: Identifying CONSULT II Display (Select System)
    G03500210Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Touch "REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER".
    Fig 4: Identifying CONSULT II Display (Select Test Item)
    G03500211Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  7. Select diagnosis mode, "DATA MONITOR" and "ACTIVE TEST".
    Fig 5: Identifying CONSULT II Display (Select Diag Mode)
    G03500212Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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