2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Murano. 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, which is located under LH dash panel near the hood opener handle.
  3. Turn ignition switch "ON".
    Fig 1: Connecting CONSULT-II And CONSULT-II Converter To Data Link Connector
    G00767913Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)".
    Fig 2: CONSULT-II Display - Touch "START" (NISSAN BASED VEHICLE)
    G00767914Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Touch "ENGINE".

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

    Fig 3: CONSULT-II Display - Touch "ENGINE"
    G00767915Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Perform each diagnostic test mode according to each service procedure.

    For further information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual.Β 

    Fig 4: CONSULT-II Display - Diagnostic Test Mode
    G00767916Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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