GENERAL INFORMATION
SECTION
GI
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²
(Dual Air Bag System) .................................................3
Precautions for NATS ..................................................4
Precautions for Multiport Fuel Injection System
or Engine Control System ...........................................5
Precautions for Catalyst ..............................................5
Precautions for Turbocharger ......................................5
Precautions for Fuel ....................................................6
Precautions for Engine Oils .........................................6
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL........................................8
HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS..........................10
Sample/Wiring Diagram - EXAMPL - ........................10
Description .................................................................12
HOW TO CHECK TERMINAL.......................................19
How to Probe Connectors .........................................19
How to Check Enlarged Contact Spring of
Terminal .....................................................................20
Waterproof Connector Inspection ..............................21
Terminal Lock Inspection ...........................................21
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR
AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT........................................22Work Flow ..................................................................22
Incident Simulation Tests ...........................................23
HOW TO FOLLOW FLOW CHART IN TROUBLE
DIAGNOSES..................................................................25
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM...............................26
General ......................................................................26
Function and System Application ..............................26
Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement...............27
Checking Equipment..................................................27
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION.................................28
Model Variation ..........................................................28
Identification Number .................................................29
Dimensions ................................................................31
Wheels and Tires .......................................................31
LIFTING POINTS AND TOW TRUCK TOWING...........32
Garage Jack and Safety Stand .................................32
Screw Jack ................................................................32
4-pole Lift ...................................................................33
Tow Truck Towing ......................................................33
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST..............................35
ISO 15031-2 Terminology List ...................................35
TIGHTENING TORQUE OF STANDARD BOLTS........38
6. Before servicing the vehicle, protect fenders, upholstery and
carpeting with appropriate covers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons on your person do
not scratch the paint.
7. Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.
8. Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers,
cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new ones.
9. Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and
needle bearings as a set.
10. Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their
assembled locations and sequence.
11. Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use
microcomputers (such as electronic control units).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
12. After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indi-
cate the proper connection.
13. Use only the lubricants specified in MA section.
14. Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents
when required.
15. Use tools and recommended special tools where specified for
safe and efficient service repairs.
16. When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.
17. Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in
an appropriate manner.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
(Dual Air Bag System)
The Supplemental Restraint System ªAir Bagº and ªSeat Belt Pre-
tensionerº, used along with a seat belt, help to reduce the risk or
severity of injury to the driver and front passenger in a frontal col-
lision. The Supplemental Restraint System consists of air bag mod-
ules (located in the center of the steering wheel and on the instru-
ment panel on the passenger side), seat belt pre-tensioners, a
diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral
cable.
WARNING:
ITo avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could
increase the risk of personal injury or death (in the event
of a collision which would result in air bag inflation), all
maintenance must be performed by an authorized NISSAN
dealer.
IImproper maintenance, including incorrect removal and
installation of the SRS, can lead to personal injury caused
by unintentional activation of the system.
IDo not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related
to the SRS unless instructed to do so in this Service
Manual. SRS wiring harnesses are covered with yellow
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PRECAUTIONS
GI-3
Work Flow
STEP DESCRIPTION
STEP 1 Get detailed information about the conditions and the environment when the incident occurred.
The following are key pieces of information required to make a good analysis:
WHATVehicle Model, Engine, Transmission and the System (i.e. Radio).
WHENDate, Time of Day, Weather Conditions, Frequency.
WHERERoad Conditions, Altitude and Traffic Situation.
HOWSystem Symptoms, Operating Conditions (Other Components Interaction).
Service History and if any After Market Accessories have been installed.
STEP 2 Operate the system, road test if necessary.
Verify the parameter of the incident.
If the problem cannot be duplicated, refer to ªIncident Simulation Testsº next page.
STEP 3 Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING
System Operation Descriptions
Applicable Service Manual Sections
Check for any Service Bulletin.
Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments.
STEP 4 Inspect the system for mechanical binding, loose connectors or wiring damage.
Determine which circuits and components are involved and diagnose using the Power Supply Routing and Harness
Layouts.
STEP 5 Repair or replace the incident circuit or component.
STEP 6 Operate the system in all modes. Verify the system works properly under all conditions. Make sure you have not inad-
vertently created a new incident during your diagnosis or repair steps.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
GI-22
Incident Simulation Tests
INTRODUCTION
Sometimes the symptom is not present when the vehicle is brought in for service. If possible, re-create the
conditions present at the time of the incident. Doing so may help avoid a No Trouble Found Diagnosis. The
following section illustrates ways to simulate the conditions/environment under which the owner experiences
an electrical incident.
The section is broken into the six following topics:
IVehicle vibration
IHeat sensitive
IFreezing
IWater intrusion
IElectrical load
ICold or hot start up
Get a thorough description of the incident from the customer. It is important for simulating the conditions of
the problem.
VEHICLE VIBRATION
The problem may occur or become worse while driving on a rough road or when engine is vibrating (idle with
A/C on). In such a case, you will want to check for a vibration related condition. Refer to the illustration below.
Connectors & harness
Determine which connectors and wiring harness would affect the electrical system you are inspecting.Gen-
tlyshake each connector and harness while monitoring the system for the incident you are trying to dupli-
cate. This test may indicate a loose or poor electrical connection.
Hint
Connectors can be exposed to moisture. It is possible to get a thin film of corrosion on the connector termi-
nals. A visual inspection may not reveal this without disconnecting the connector. If the problem occurs
intermittently, perhaps the problem is caused by corrosion. It is a good idea to disconnect, inspect and clean
the terminals on related connectors in the system.
Sensors & relays
Gentlyapply a slight vibration to sensors and relays in the system you are inspecting.
This test may indicate a loose or poorly mounted sensor or relay.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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Engine compartment
There are several reasons a vehicle or engine vibration could
cause an electrical complaint. Some of the things to check for are:
IConnectors not fully seated.
IWiring harness not long enough and is being stressed due to
engine vibrations or rocking.
IWires laying across brackets or moving components.
ILoose, dirty or corroded ground wires.
IWires routed too close to hot components.
To inspect components under the hood, start by verifying the integ-
rity of ground connections. (Refer to GROUND INSPECTION
described later.) First check that the system is properly grounded.
Then check for loose connection bygently shakingthe wiring or
components as previously explained. Using the wiring diagrams
inspect the wiring for continuity.
Behind the instrument panel
An improperly routed or improperly clamped harness can become
pinched during accessory installation. Vehicle vibration can aggra-
vate a harness which is routed along a bracket or near a screw.
Under seating areas
An unclamped or loose harness can cause wiring to be pinched by
seat components (such as slide guides) during vehicle vibration. If
the wiring runs under seating areas, inspect wire routing for pos-
sible damage or pinching.
HEAT SENSITIVE
The owner's problem may occur during hot weather or after car has
sat for a short time. In such cases you will want to check for a heat
sensitive condition.
To determine if an electrical component is heat sensitive, heat the
component with a heat gun or equivalent.
Do not heat components above 60ÉC (140ÉF).If incident occurs
while heating the unit, either replace or properly insulate the com-
ponent.
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HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Incident Simulation Tests (Cont'd)
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ISO 15031-2 Terminology List
All emission related terms used in this publication in accordance with ISO 15031-2 are listed. Accordingly, new
terms, new acronyms/abbreviations and old terms are listed in the following chart.
***: Not applicable
NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM/
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Air cleaner ACL Air cleaner
Barometric pressure BARO
Barometric pressure sensor-BCDD BAROS-BCDD BCDD
Camshaft position CMP ***
Camshaft position sensor CMPS Crank angle sensor
Carburetor CARB Carburetor
Charge air cooler CAC Intercooler
Closed loop CL Closed loop
Closed throttle position switch CTP switch Idle switch
Clutch pedal position switch CPP switch Clutch switch
Continuous fuel injection system CFI system ***
Continuous trap oxidizer system CTOX system ***
Crankshaft position CKP ***
Crankshaft position sensor CKPS ***
Data link connector DLC ***
Data link connector for CONSULT DLC for CONSULT Diagnostic connector for CONSULT
Diagnostic test mode DTM Diagnostic mode
Diagnostic test mode selector DTM selector Diagnostic mode selector
Diagnostic test mode I DTM I Mode I
Diagnostic test mode II DTM II Mode II
Diagnostic trouble code DTC Malfunction code
Direct fuel injection system DFI system ***
Distributor ignition system DI system Ignition timing control
Early fuel evaporation-mixture heater EFE-mixture heater Mixture heater
Early fuel evaporation system EFE system Mixture heater control
Electrically erasable programmable read only
memoryEEPROM ***
Electronic ignition system EI system Ignition timing control
Engine control module ECM ECCS control unit
Engine coolant temperature ECT Engine temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor ECTS Engine temperature sensor
Engine modification EM ***
Engine speed RPM Engine speed
Erasable programmable read only memory EPROM ***
Evaporative emission system EVAP system Evaporative emission control system
Exhaust gas recirculation valve EGR valve EGR valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT valve EGRC-BPT valve BPT valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid valve EGRC-solenoid valve EGR control solenoid valve
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST
GI-35
***: Not applicable
NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM/
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor EGR temperature sensor Exhaust gas temperature sensor
Flash electrically erasable programmable read
only memoryFEEPROM ***
Flash erasable programmable read only memory FEPROM ***
Flexible fuel sensor FFS ***
Flexible fuel system FF system ***
Heated Oxygen sensor HO
2S Exhaust gas sensor
Idle air control system IAC system Idle speed control
Idle air control valve-air regulator IACV-air regulator Air regulator
Idle air control valve-auxiliary air control valve IACV-AAC valve Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve
Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve IACV-FICD solenoid valve FICD solenoid valve
Idle air control valve-idle up control solenoid
valveIACV-idle up control solenoid
valveIdle up control solenoid valve
Idle speed control-FI pot ISC-FI pot FI pot
Idle speed control system ISC system ***
Ignition control module ICM ***
Indirect fuel injection system IFI system ***
Intake air temperature sensor IATS Air temperature sensor
Knock *** Detonation
Knock sensor KS Detonation sensor
Malfunction indicator MI Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST ***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valve Air-fuel control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection system MFI system Fuel injection control
Neutral position switch *** Neutral switch
Non-volatile random access memory NVRAM ***
On-board diagnostic system OBD system Self-diagnosis
Open loop OL Open loop
Oxidation catalyst OC Catalyst
Oxidation catalytic converter system OC system ***
Oxygen sensor O
2S Exhaust gas sensor
Park position switch *** Park switch
Park/neutral position switch PNP switch Park/neutral switch
Periodic trap oxidizer system PTOX system ***
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST
ISO 15031-2 Terminology List (Cont'd)
GI-36
HEATER & AIR CONDITIONER
SECTION
HA
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................2
Introduction ..................................................................2
Identification .................................................................2
Precautions for Working with HFC-134a (R-134a) .....3
General Refrigerant Precautions .................................3
Precautions for Refrigerant Connection ......................4
Precautions for Servicing Compressor ........................5
DESCRIPTION - Overall System...................................6
Control Operation ........................................................6
Component Layout ......................................................7
Air Flow ........................................................................8
DESCRIPTION - Refrigeration System.........................9
Refrigeration Cycle ......................................................9
PREPARATION..............................................................10
Special Service Tools ................................................10
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and
Equipment .................................................................. 11
Precautions for Service Equipment ...........................13
SERVICE PROCEDURES.............................................15
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Procedure ....................15
Refrigerant Lines .......................................................17
Compressor Mounting ...............................................21
Belt Tension ...............................................................21
LUBRICATION OIL - Checking and Adjusting...........22
Lubrication Oil ............................................................22Maintenance of Oil Quantity in Compressor .............22
Checking and Adjusting .............................................22
COMPRESSOR - Model DKV-14C (ZEXEL make)......24
Compressor Clutch ....................................................24
DIAGNOSES - Overall System....................................27
How to Perform Trouble Diagnoses for Quick
and Accurate Repair ..................................................27
Operation Check ........................................................28
Performance Chart ....................................................30
Performance Test Diagnoses ....................................31
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES...............................................36
Symptom Chart ..........................................................36
Preliminary Check......................................................37
Harness Layout for A/C System ................................39
Wiring Diagram - Heater............................................41
Wiring Diagram ..........................................................43
Main Power Supply and Ground Circuit Check ........51
Diagnostic Procedure 1 .............................................52
Diagnostic Procedure 2 .............................................54
Diagnostic Procedure 3 .............................................59
Electrical Components Inspection .............................60
Control Linkage Adjustment.......................................61
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)..........64
General Specifications ...............................................64
Inspection and Adjustment ........................................64
When you read wiring diagrams:
IRead GI section, ªHOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMSº.
ISee EL section, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº for power distribution circuit.
When you perform trouble diagnoses, read GI section, ªHOW TO FOLLOW FLOW CHART IN
TROUBLE DIAGNOSESº.