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2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 1880 (Lighting System)
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.
- Precautions
- Headlamp (For USA)
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- CAN Communication System Description
- Schematic
- Wiring Diagram - H/LAMP -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- Terminals and Reference Values for IPDM E/R
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Function (BCM)
- CONSULT-II Function (IPDM E/R)
- Headlamp HI Does Not Illuminate (Both Sides)
- Headlamp HI Does Not Illuminate (One Side)
- High Beam Indicator Lamp Does Not Illuminate
- Headlamp LO Does Not Illuminate (Both Sides)
- Headlamp LO Does Not Illuminate (One Side)
- Headlamps Do Not Turn OFF
- Aiming Adjustment
- Bulb Replacement
- Removal and Installation
- Disassembly and Assembly
- Headlamp (For CANADA) - Daytime Light System -
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- CAN Communication System Description
- Schematic
- Wiring Diagram - DTRL -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Functions
- Daytime Light Control Does Not Operate Properly (Normal Headlamps Operate Properly)
- Aiming Adjustment
- Bulb Replacement
- Removal and Installation
- Disassembly and Assembly
- Front Fog Lamp
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- CAN Communication System Description
- Wiring Diagram - F/FOG -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- Terminals and Reference Values for IPDM E/R
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Functions
- Front Fog Lamps Do Not Illuminate (Both Sides)
- Front Fog Lamp Does Not Illuminate (One Side)
- Aiming Adjustment
- Bulb Replacement
- Removal and Installation
- Turn Signal And Hazard Warning Lamps
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- CAN Communication System Description
- Schematic
- Wiring Diagram - TURN -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Function (BCM)
- Turn Signal Lamp Does Not Operate
- Rear Turn Signal Lamp Does Not Operate
- Hazard Warning Lamp Does Not Operate But Turn Signal Lamps Operate
- Turn Signal Indicator Lamp Does Not Operate
- Bulb Replacement
- Removal and Installation
- Headlamp Switch And Turn Signal Switch
- Hazard Switch
- Combination Switch
- Stop Lamp
- Back-Up Lamp
- Parking, License Plate And Tail Lamps
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- CAN Communication System Description
- Schematic
- Wiring Diagram - TAIL/L -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- Terminals and Reference Values for IPDM E/R
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Functions
- Parking, Side Marker, License Plate and/or Tail Lamps Do Not Illuminate
- Parking, Side Marker, License Plate and Tail Lamps Do Not Turn OFF (After Approx. 10 Minutes)
- Bulb Replacement
- Removal and Installation
- Rear Combination Lamp
- Trailer Tow
- Interior Room Lamp
- Component Parts and Harness Connector Location
- System Description
- Schematic / With Power Door Locks
- Schematic / Without Power Door Locks
- Wiring Diagram - INT/L -
- Terminals and Reference Values for BCM
- How to Proceed With Trouble Diagnosis
- Preliminary Check
- CONSULT-II Function (BCM)
- Room/Map Lamp Does Not Turn ON or OFF Properly
- Room/Map Lamp Control Does Not Operate
- Room Lamp 2nd Row Control Does Not Operate
- All Interior Room Lamps Do Not Operate
- Ignition Keyhole Illumination Control Does Not Operate
- Cargo Lamp Control Does Not Operate With Switch In DOOR Position
- Illumination
- CAN Communication System Description
- Schematic
- Wiring Diagram - ILL -
- Removal and Installation
- Bulb Specifications
- Exterior Lamp
- Interior Lamp/Illumination
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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.
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