2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Base System: Notes

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Refer to Owner's Manual for audio system operating instructions.

Power is supplied at all times

  • through 20A fuse [No. 31, located in the fuse and fusible link box]
  • to audio unit terminal 6 and
  • through 10A fuse [No. 3, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
  • to AV switch terminal 1 and
  • to display unit terminal 1.

With the ignition switch in the ACC or ON position, power is supplied

  • through 10A fuse [No. 6, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
  • to audio unit terminal 10 and
  • to AV switch terminal 2 and
  • to display unit terminal 2 and
  • through 10A fuse [No. 4, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
  • to subwoofer amp. terminal 9.

With the ignition switch in the ON or START position, power is supplied

  • through 10A fuse [No. 12, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
  • to display unit terminal 3.

Ground is supplied through the case of the audio unit.

Ground is also supplied

  • to subwoofer amp. terminal 7
  • through body grounds B117 and B132.

Then audio signals are supplied

  • through audio unit terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 13, 14, 15 and 16
  • to terminals + and - of front door speaker LH and RH
  • to terminals + and - of tweeter LH and RH.
  • to terminals + and - of rear door speaker LH and RH
  • to terminals 1, 2, 3 and 4 of subwoofer amp. and
  • through subwoofer amp. terminals 5, 6, 8 and 10
  • to terminals + and - of subwoofer LH and RH.

When one of steering wheel audio control switches is pushed, the resistance in steering switch circuit changes depending on which button is pushed.

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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.