2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Titan. 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 carry out CAN communication.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Connect "CONSULT-II" and "CONSULT-II CONVERTER" to data link connector, which is located under LH dash panel near the center console.
  3. Turn ignition switch ON.
    Fig 1: Locating "CONSULT-II" And "CONSULT-II CONVERTER" Data Link Connector
    G00342641Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)".
    Fig 2: Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)"
    G00342642Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Touch "ENGINE". If "ENGINE" is not indicated, go to CONSULT-II DATA LINK CONNECTOR (PLC) CIRCUIT in GENERAL INFORMATION article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
    Fig 3: Touch "ENGINE"
    G00342643Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Perform each diagnostic test mode according to each service procedure.

For further information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual.

Fig 4: Perform Each Diagnostic Test Mode
G00342644Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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