2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Write Configuration Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Xterra. 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 carries out CAN communication.
  1. With ignition switch OFF, connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to data link connector and turn ignition switch ON.
    Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector
    G04151457Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)".
    Fig 2: Consult-II Display Screen
    G04151184Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Touch "BCM" on "SELECT ITEM" screen. If "BCM" is not indicated, go to GI section to check CONSULT II data link connector (DLC) circuit. Refer to CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (PLC) Circuit.
    Fig 3: Consult-II SELECT SYSTEM Display Screen
    G04083859Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Touch "BCM" on "SELECT TEST ITEM" screen.
    Fig 4: CONSULT-II Display - SELECT TEST ITEM
    G04206470Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Touch "CONFIGURATION" on "SELECT DIAG MODE" screen.
    Fig 5: Consult-II SELECT DIAG MODE Display Screen
    G04083861Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Touch "R51/D40/N51" and "OK" on "VEHICLE SELECT" screen. For canceling, touch "CANCEL" on "VEHICLE SELECT" screen.
    NOTE: Confirm vehicle model on IDENTIFICATION PLATE. Refer to "MODEL VARIATION ".
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