2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

ASCD Pump Operation

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The ASCD pump consists of a vacuum motor, an air valve and a release valve. When the ASCD activates, power is supplied

  • from ASCD control unit terminal 12
  • to ASCD pump terminal 1.

Ground is supplied to vacuum motor, air valve and release valve from ASCD control unit depending on the operated condition as shown in the below table.

The pump is connected to ASCD actuator by vacuum hose. When the ASCD pump is activated, the ASCD pump vacuum affects the diaphragm of ASCD actuator to control throttle cable.

Fig 1: Identifying ASCD Pump Operation Chart
G00738539Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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