2008 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

CONFIGURATION (BCM): Work Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. WRITING MODE SELECTION

    CONSULT

    Select "Reprogramming, Configuration" of BCM.

    When writing saved data >> GO TO 2.

    When writing manually >> GO TO Β 3.

  2. PERFORM "SAVED DATA LIST"

    CONSULT

    Automatically "Operation Log Selection" window will display if "Before Replace ECU" was performed. Select applicable file from the "Save Data List" and press "Confirm".

    Work End.

  3. PERFORM "AFTER REPLACE ECU" OR "MANUAL CONFIGURATION"

    CONSULT

    1. Select "After Replace ECU" or "Manual Configuration".
    2. Identify the correct model and configuration list. Refer to "CONFIGURATION (BCM): CONFIGURATION LISTΒ ".
    3. Confirm and/or change setting value for each item.
      CAUTION: Thoroughly read and understand the vehicle specification. ECU control may not operate normally if the setting is not correct.
    4. Select "Next".
      CAUTION: Make sure to select "Next", confirm each setting value and press "OK" even if the indicated configuration of brand new BCM is same as the desirable configuration. If not, configuration which is set automatically by selecting vehicle model can not be memorized.
    5. When "Completed", select "End".

      GO TO 4.

  4. OPERATION CHECK

    Confirm that each function controlled by BCM operates normally.

    Work End.

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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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