2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

System Tests: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Identify appropriate symptom, in SYMPTOM INDEXΒ  table, and perform appropriate test.

SYMPTOM INDEX

Symptom Perform Test
"IGN. ON", Left & Right Turn Signal Lamp On, Front Wiper On (LO Speed) OPEN DETECT 1Β 
"IGN. ON", Headlight On (HI & LO), Front Wiper On (HI Speed), "IGN. OFF", Headlight On (HI & LO) OPEN DETECT 2Β 
"IGN. ON", Headlight On (HI & LO), "IGN. OFF" Headlight On (HI & LO) OPEN DETECT 3Β 
"IGN. ON", Parking Lamp & Tail Lamp On, Headlight On At Certain Degrees Of Brightness, "IGN. OFF", Parking Lamp & Tail Lamp On OPEN DETECT 4Β 
"IGN. ON" Front Fog Lamp On, "IGN. OFF", Front Fog Lamp On OPEN DETECT 5Β 
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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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