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 Hood Opener Handle & Data Link Connector
    G02337546Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. Touch START (NISSAN BASED VHCL).
    Fig 2: Displaying CONSULT II Data Monitor
    G02337547Courtesy 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: Displaying Select System Data Monitor
    G02337548Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Select the desired part to be diagnosed on the SELECT TEST ITEM" screen.
    Fig 4: Select Test Item Data Monitor
    G02337549Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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