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SYSTEM CHECK

Referring to table below, check to which system the malfunctioning switch belongs.

COMBINATION SWITCH INSPECTION

System 1	System 2	System 3	System 4	System 5
-	FR WASHER	FR WIPER LO	TURN LH	TURN RH
FR WIPER HI	-	FR WIPER INT	PASSING	HEAD LAMP1
INT VOLUME 1	RR WASHER	-	HEAD LAMP2	HI BEAM
RR WIPER INT	INT VOLUME 3	-	-	TAIL LAMP
INT VOLUME 2	RR WIPER ON	-	FR FOG	-

: GO TO 2.

SYSTEM CHECK
With CONSULT-II

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 carries out CAN communication.
1. Connect CONSULT-II, and select "COMB SW" on "SELECT TEST ITEM" screen.
2. Select "DATA MONITOR".
3. Select "START", and confirm that other switches in malfunctioning system operate normally.
  Example: When auto light switch is malfunctioning, confirm that "FRONT WIPER LOW" and "FRONT WIPER INT" in System 3, to which the auto light switch belongs, turn ON-OFF normally.
  
  Fig 1: CONSULT-II Display - Data Monitor
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Without CONSULT-II

Operate combination switch, and confirm that other switches in malfunctioning system operate normally.

Example: When auto light switch is malfunctioning, confirm that "FRONT WIPER LOW" and "FRONT WIPER INT" in System 3, to which the auto light switch belongs, operate normally.

Check results
- Other switches in malfunctioning system operate normally.: Replace lighting switch or wiper switch.
- Other switches in malfunctioning system do not operate normally.: GO TO 3.

HARNESS INSPECTION

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect BCM and combination switch connectors.

Check for continuity between BCM harness connector of the suspect system and the corresponding combination switch connector terminals.

BCM CONNECTOR CHART

Suspect system	A			B		Continuity
Suspect system	BCM connector	Terminal		Combination switch connector	Terminal	Continuity
1	M18	Input 1	6	M28	10	Yes
1		Output 1	36		13
2		Input 2	5		15
2		Output 2	35		12
3		Input 3	4		5
3		Output 3	34		16
4		Input 4	3		6
4		Output 4	33		11
5		Input 5	2		7
5		Output 5	32		14

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between BCM Harness Connector And Corresponding Combination Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Check for continuity between each terminal of BCM harness connector in suspect malfunctioning system and ground.

BCM CONNECTOR CHART

Suspect system	A			(-)	Continuity
Suspect system	BCM connector	Terminal		(-)	Continuity
1	M18	Input 1	6	Ground	No
1		Output 1	36
2		Input 2	5
2		Output 2	35
3		Input 3	4
3		Output 3	34
4		Input 4	3
4		Output 4	33
5		Input 5	2
5		Output 5	32

OK or NG

OK: GO TO 4.
NG: Check harness between BCM and combination switch for open or short circuit.

BCM OUTPUT TERMINAL INSPECTION
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Turn lighting switch and wiper switch to OFF.
3. Set wiper dial to position 4.
4. Connect BCM and combination switch connectors, and check BCM output terminal voltage waveform of suspect malfunctioning system.
  
  Fig 3: Voltage Waveform Table
  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

Combination Switch Inspection

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When to See a Mechanic

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