2004 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Horn Reminder Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. CHECK HORN 

    Check if horn sounds with horn switch.

    Does horn operate? 

    1. Yes: GO TO 2.
    2. No: Check horn circuit. Refer to "HORN ".
  2. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT CHECK 

    With CONSULT-II

    • Select "BCM" on "SELECT SYSTEM" screen.
    • Select "BCM C/U" on "SELECT TEST ITEM" screen, and select "SELF-DIAG RESULTS".
    • Check display content in self-diagnostic results.
      Fig 1: Self-Diagnostic Result Check Chart With Consult-II
      G02161918Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Contents displayed? 

    1. No malfunction : GO TO  4 .
    2. Malfunction in CAN communication system : GO TO 3.
    3. Malfunction in diagnosis system or head lamp switch system : BCS-16, "Combination Switch Inspection According to Self-Diagnostic Results".
  3. SYMPTOM CHECK 

    With CONSULT-II

    • Select "CAN DIAGNOSIS SUPPORT MONITOR" in "DATA MONITOR".
    • Select "START" and check display content.
      Fig 2: Symptom Check Chart With Consult-II
      G02161919Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    1. : After printing the monitor items, go to "CAN System". Refer to "CAN COMMUNICATION ".
  4. CHECK HORN REMINDER OPERATION WITH CONSULT-II 

    With CONSULT-II 

    1. Select "ACTIVE TEST" in "MULTI REMOTE ENT" with CONSULT-II.
    2. Select "HORN" and touch ON.

      Horn should sound. 

    OK or NG? 

    1. OK: Horn reminder operation is OK.
    2. NG: Replace BCM.
    Fig 3: Checking Horn Reminder Operation With Consult-II
    G02161920Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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