2008 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Power Supply and Ground Circuit Check

  1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Disconnect Intelligent Key unit connector.
    3. Check voltage between Intelligent Key unit harness connector M42 terminals 6, 11 and ground.
      CONNECTOR TERMINAL VOLTAGE SPECIFICATION

      Connector Terminals Ignition switch position
      M42 (+) (-) OFF ON
      6 Ground 0V Battery voltage
      11 Battery voltage Battery voltage

    OK or NG 

    OK: GO TO 2.

    NG: Repair or replace Intelligent Key power supply circuit.

    Fig 1: Checking Voltage Between Intelligent Key Unit Harness Connector M42 Terminals 6, 11 And Ground
    G04916798Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT 

    Check continuity between Intelligent Key unit harness connector M42 terminal 12 and ground.

    12 - Ground : Continuity should exist. 

    OK or NG 

    OK: Power supply and ground circuits are OK.

    NG: Repair or replace the Intelligent Key unit ground circuit.

    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Intelligent Key Unit Harness Connector M42 Terminal 12 And Ground
    G04916799Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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