2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Consult-II Basic Operation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti G35. 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. With the ignition switch OFF, connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to the data link connector, then turn the ignition switch ON.
    Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector
    G02355840Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)".
    Fig 2: CONSULT-II Display - START (NISSAN BASED VHCL) Display
    G02355841Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. Touch "BCM" on "SELECT SYSTEM" screen.

    If "BCM" is not indicated, refer to "CONSULT-II DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC) CIRCUIT ".

    Fig 3: CONSULT-II Display - Select System
    G02355842Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Select the desired part to be diagnosed on the "SELECT TEST ITEM" screen.
    Fig 4: CONSULT-II Display - Select Test Item
    G02355843Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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