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CHECK HARNESS

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect audio unit connector and display unit connector.

Check continuity between audio unit and display unit.

AUDIO UNIT TERMINALS CONTINUITY SPECIFICATIONS

Terminals				Continuity
Display unit		Audio unit
Connector	Terminal (Wire color)	Connector	Terminal (Wire color)
M93	8(R)	M45	23 (R)	Yes
	10 (L)		21 (L)
	9		25

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Display Unit & Ground

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Check continuity between display unit and ground.

DISPLAY UNIT TERMINALS CONTINUITY SPECIFICATIONS

Terminals			Continuity
Display unit		Ground
Connector	Terminal (Wire color)
M93	8(R)		No
	10 (L)

OK or NG

OK: GO TO 2.
NG: Repair harness.

CHECK AUDIO TX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
1. Connect display unit connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between display unit harness connector M93 terminal 8 (R) and ground.
Approx. 3.5V

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 3.
2. NG: Replace display unit. Refer to CENTER STACK ASSEMBLY .
Fig 2: Checking Voltage Between Display Unit Harness Connector M93 Terminal 8 (R) And Ground
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CHECK AUDIO RX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
1. Connect audio unit connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between audio unit harness connector M45 terminal 23 (R) and ground.
Approx. 3.5V

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 4.
2. NG: Replace audio unit. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF AUDIO UNIT .
Fig 3: Checking Voltage Between Audio Unit Harness Connector M45 Terminal 23 (R) And Ground
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CHECK AUDIO TX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check the signal between audio unit harness connector M45 terminal 21 (L) and ground with CONSULT-II or oscilloscope.
1. Approx. 3.5V
OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 5.
2. NG: Replace audio unit. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF AUDIO UNIT .
Fig 4: Checking Signal Between Audio Unit Harness Connector Terminal & Ground With CONSULT-II Or Oscilloscope
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CHECK AUDIO RX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check the signal between display unit harness connector M93 terminal 10 (L) and ground with CONSULT-II or oscilloscope.
1. 10 (L) - Ground: Refer to "TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR DISPLAY UNIT ".
OK or NG
1. OK: INSPECTION END.
2. NG: Replace display unit. Refer to CENTER STACK ASSEMBLY .
Fig 5: Checking Signal Between Display Unit Harness Connector Terminal & Ground With CONSULT-II Or Oscilloscope
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Audio Communication Line Check

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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