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HOMESERVICE MANUALSNISSAN-DATSUN2003FRONTIER 2WD L4-2.4L (KA24DE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSRELAYS AND MODULES - COMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSBODY CONTROL MODULEDIAGRAMSDIAGNOSTIC AIDSCONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM
2003 Nissan-Datsun Frontier 2WD L4-2.4L (KA24DE)
CONSULT-II Checking System
2003 Nissan-Datsun Frontier 2WD L4-2.4L (KA24DE)SECTION CONSULT-II Checking System
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM
Description
- CONSULT-II is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the vehicle side, it will communicate with the control unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various kinds of diagnostic tests.
- Refer to "CONSULT Operators Manual" for more information.

Function and System Application
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement
CONSULT-II contains a nickel metal hydride battery. When replacing the battery obey the following:
WARNING:
Replace the nickel metal hydride battery with Genuine CONSULT-II battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. The battery may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Keep the battery out of reach of children and discard used battery conforming to the local regulations.

Checking Equipment
When ordering the equipment, contact your NISSAN distributor.

CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit

INSPECTION PROCEDURE
If the CONSULT-II cannot diagnose the system properly, check the items.
NOTE: The DDL1 and DDL2 circuits from DLC pins 12, 13, 14 and 15 may be connected to more than one system. A short in a DDL circuit connected to a control unit in one system may affect CONSULT-II access to other systems.
Description
- CONSULT-II is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the vehicle side, it will communicate with the control unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various kinds of diagnostic tests.
- Refer to "CONSULT Operators Manual" for more information.
Function and System Application
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement
CONSULT-II contains a nickel metal hydride battery. When replacing the battery obey the following:
WARNING:
Replace the nickel metal hydride battery with Genuine CONSULT-II battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. The battery may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
Keep the battery out of reach of children and discard used battery conforming to the local regulations.
Checking Equipment
When ordering the equipment, contact your NISSAN distributor.
CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
If the CONSULT-II cannot diagnose the system properly, check the items.
NOTE: The DDL1 and DDL2 circuits from DLC pins 12, 13, 14 and 15 may be connected to more than one system. A short in a DDL circuit connected to a control unit in one system may affect CONSULT-II access to other systems.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.