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.
Active Test: Notes
- Do not perform active test while driving.
- Make sure to completely bleed air from the brake system.
- The ABS and brake (EBD) warning lamps turn on during the active test.
Operation ProcedureΒ
- Connect the CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to the data link connector and start the engine.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.
- Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)" on the display screen.
- Touch "ABS".
If "ABS" is not indicated, go to "CONSULT-II DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) CIRCUIT ".
- Touch "ACTIVE TEST".
- The test item selection screen is displayed.
- Touch necessary test item.
- With the "MAIN ITEM" display shown in reverse, touch "START".
- The Active Test screen will be displayed, so conduct the following test.
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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.
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