
FOREWORD
This manual contains maintenance and repair procedures for NISSAN
ALMERA, model N16 series.
In order to assure your safety and the efficient functioning of the vehicle,
this manual should be read thoroughly. It is especially important that the
PRECAUTIONS in the GI section be completely understood before starting
any repair task.
All information in this manual is based on the latest product information
at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes in speci-
fications and methods at any time without notice.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
The proper performance of service is essential for both the safety of the
technician and the efficient functioning of the vehicle.
The service methods in this Service Manual are described in such a man-
ner that the service may be performed safely and accurately.
Service varies with the procedures used, the skills of the technician and the
tools and parts available. Accordingly, anyone using service procedures,
tools or parts which are not specifically recommended by NISSAN must
first completely satisfy himself that neither his safety nor the vehicle’s
safety will be jeopardized by the service method selected.
NISSAN EUROPE S.A.S.
Service Engineering Section
Paris, France

How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble
Diagnoses
NJGI0006S01
SGI138A
1)Work and diagnostic procedure
Start to diagnose a problem using procedures indicated in
enclosed test groups.
2)Questions and required results
Questions and required results are indicated in bold type in test
group.
The meaning of are as follows:
a. Battery voltage→11 - 14V or approximately 12V
b. Voltage: Approximately 0V→Less than 1V
3)Symbol used in illustration
Symbols included in illustrations refer to measurements or pro-
cedures. Before diagnosing a problem, familiarize yourself with
each symbol. Refer to “CONNECTOR SYMBOLS” (GI-16) and
“Key to Symbols Signifying Measurements or Procedures” (GI-
34).
4)Action items
Next action for each test group is indicated based on result of
each question. Test group number is shown in the left upper
portion of each test group.
MA
EM
LC
EC
FE
CL
MT
AT
AX
SU
BR
ST
RS
BT
HA
SC
EL
IDX
HOW TO FOLLOW TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
How to Follow Test Groups in Trouble Diagnoses
GI-33

NJGI0007
Function and System ApplicationNJGI0007S05
Diagnostic
test modeFunction ENGINE A/T ABS AIR BAGSMART
EN-
TRANCENATS*1NAVIGA-
TION
Work sup-
portThis mode enables a technician to
adjust some devices faster and
more accurate by following the indi-
cations on CONSULT-II.x ———X——
Self-diag-
nostic
resultsSelf-diagnostic results can be read
anderasedquickly. x x x x—x—
Trouble
diagnostic
recordCurrent self-diagnostic results and
all trouble diagnostic records previ-
ously stored can be read.——— x ———
ECU dis-
criminated
No.Classification number of a replace-
ment ECU can be read to prevent
an incorrect ECU from being
installed.——— x ———
Data monitorInput/Output data in the ECU
(ECM) can be read.x x x—x——
Data monitor
(Spec.)The specified values will be dis-
played when an OK/NG judgement
is difficult for the DATA MONITOR
items by Barchart and Line Graph.X ——————
DTC work
supportThis mode enables a technician to
set operating conditions to confirm
self-diagnoses status/results.x*2x —————
Active testDiagnostic Test Mode in which
CONSULT-II drives some actuators
apart from the ECMs and also
shifts some parameters in a speci-
fied range.x—x—x——
ECU (ECM)
part numberECU (ECM) part number can be
read.x x x ————
Control unit
initializationAll registered ignition key IDs in
NATS components can be initial-
ized and new IDs can be regis-
tered.————— x —
PIN
INITIALIZA-
TIONNavigation system will be locked
when the vehicle’s owner enters
the wrong PIN five consecutive
times.
To release the lock, use “PIN INI-
TIALIZATION”.—————— x
NAVI ID
INITIALIZA-
TIONIn nomal times regulation codes are
being communicated between Navi-
gation Control Unit and Dongle
Control Unit.
Use “NAVI ID INITIALIZATION” to
match the codes when either one
has been replaced due to break-
down or etc.—————— x
x: Applicable
*1: NATS (Nissan Anti-Theft System)
*2: For models with Euro-OBD system
CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM
Function and System Application
GI-36
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*2: These numbers are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
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*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
*2: These numbers are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
*3: In Diagnostic Test Mode II (Self-diagnostic results), these numbers are controlled by NISSAN.
*4: When engine is running.
*5: The troubleshooting for this DTC needs CONSULT-II.
*6: When the fail-safe operations for both self-diagnoses occur, the MI illuminates.
DTC No. IndexEBS00K2U
Check if the vehicle is a model with Euro-OBD (E-OBD) system or not by the “Type approval number” on the
identification plate. Refer to GI-39.
NOTE:
If DTC U1000 or U1001 is displayed with other DTC, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1000,
U1001. Refer to EC-116, "
DTC U1000, U1001 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .
×: Applicable –: Not applicable TW CATALYST SYS-B1 P0420 0420 2×EC-246
VEH SPD SEN/CIR AT*6P0720 0720 2×AT-123
VEH SPEED SEN/CIRC P0500 0500 2×EC-257
Items
(CONSULT-II screen terms)DTC*
1
TripMI lighting
upReference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
2ECM*3
DTC*1
Items
(CONSULT-II screen terms)TripMI lighting
upReference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
2ECM*3
No DTC
Flashing*4NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING
MAY BE REQUIRED.–
Flashing*4EC-50
U1000
1000*5CAN COMM CIRCUIT 1×EC-116
U1001
1001*5CAN COMM CIRCUIT 2 –EC-116
P0000 0000NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING
MAY BE REQUIRED.––—
P0011 0011 INT/V TIM CONT-B1 2 –EC-119
P0031 0031 HO2S1 HTR (B1) 2×EC-122
P0032 0032 HO2S1 HTR (B1) 2×EC-122
P0037 0037 HO2S2 HTR (B1) 2×EC-128
P0038 0038 HO2S2 HTR (B1) 2×EC-128
P0102 0102 MAF SEN/CIRCUIT 1×EC-134
P0103 0103 MAF SEN/CIRCUIT 1×EC-134
P0112 0112 IAT SEN/CIRCUIT 2×EC-140
P0113 0113 IAT SEN/CIRCUIT 2×EC-140
P0117 0117 ECT SEN/CIRCUIT 1×EC-144
P0118 0118 ECT SEN/CIRCUIT 1×EC-144
P0132 0132 HO2S1 (B1) 2×EC-149
P0133 0133 HO2S1 (B1) 2×EC-155
P0134 0134 HO2S1 (B1) 2×EC-165
P0138 0138 HO2S2 (B1) 2×EC-172
P0139 0139 HO2S2 (B1) 2×EC-178
P0171 0171 FUEL SYS-LEAN-B1 2×EC-186
P0172 0172 FUEL SYS-RICH-B1 2×EC-193
P0221 0221 TP SENSOR 1×EC-199
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*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
*2: These numbers are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
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*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
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INDEX FOR DTC
*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
*2: These numbers are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
*3: In Diagnostic Test Mode II (Self-diagnostic results), these numbers are controlled by NISSAN.
*4: When engine is running.
*5: The trouble shooting for this DTC needs CONSULT-II.
*6: When the fail-safe operations for both self-diagnoses occur, the MI illuminates. P1217 1217 ENG OVER TEMP 1×EC-324
P1223 1223 TP SEN 2/CIRC 1×EC-335
P1224 1224 TP SEN 2/CIRC 1×EC-335
P1225 1225 CTP LEARNING 2 –EC-341
P1226 1226 CTP LEARNING 2 –EC-343
P1227 1227 APP SEN 2/CIRC 1×EC-345
P1228 1228 APP SEN 2/CIRC 1×EC-345
P1229 1229 SENSOR POWER/CIRC 1×EC-352
P1610 - P1615 1610 - 1615 NATS MALFUNCTION 2 –EC-49
P1705 1705 TPV SEN/CIRC A/T 1×AT-181
P1706 1706 P-N POS SW/CIRCUIT 2×EC-356
P1760 1760 O/R CLTCH SOL/CIRC 2×AT-187
P1805 1805 BRAKE SW/CIRCUIT 2 –EC-360
DTC*1
Items
(CONSULT-II screen terms)TripMI lighting
upReference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
2ECM*3
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
PFP:00028
IntroductionEBS00K3F
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
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EC-36
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
PFP:00028
IntroductionEBS00K3F
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system, which detects malfunctions related to engine sensors or actua-
tors. The ECM also records various emission-related diagnostic information including:
The above information can be checked using procedures listed in the table below.
×: Applicable —: Not applicable
*1: 1st trip DTCs for self-diagnoses concerning SRT items cannot be shown on the GST display.
*2: When DTC and 1st trip DTC simultaneously appear on the display, they cannot be clearly distinguished from each other.
The malfunction indicator (MI) on the instrument panel lights up when the same malfunction is detected in two
consecutive trips (Two trip detection logic), or when the ECM enters fail-safe mode. (Refer to EC-63
.)
Two Trip Detection LogicEBS00K3G
When a malfunction is detected for the first time, 1st trip DTC and 1st trip Freeze Frame data are stored in the
ECM memory. The MI will not light up at this stage. <1st trip>
If the same malfunction is detected again during the next drive, the DTC and Freeze Frame data are stored in
the ECM memory, and the MI lights up. The MI lights up at the same time when the DTC is stored. <2nd trip>
The “trip” in the “Two Trip Detection Logic” means a driving mode in which self-diagnosis is performed during
vehicle operation. Specific on board diagnostic items will cause the ECM to light up or blink the MI, and store
DTC and Freeze Frame data, even in the 1st trip, as shown below.
×: Applicable —: Not applicable
When there is an open circuit on MI circuit, the ECM cannot warn the driver by lighting MI up when there is
malfunction on engine control system.
Therefore, when electrical controlled throttle and part of ECM related diagnoses are continuously detected as
NG for 5 trips, ECM warns the driver that engine control system malfunctions and MI circuit is open by means
of operating fail-safe function.
Emission-related diagnostic information ISO Standard
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Mode 3 of ISO 15031-5
Freeze Frame data Mode 2 of ISO 15031-5
System Readiness Test (SRT) code Mode 1 of ISO 15031-5
1st Trip Diagnostic Trouble Code (1st Trip DTC) Mode 7 of ISO 15031-5
1st Trip Freeze Frame data
Test values and Test limits Mode 6 of ISO 15031-5
Calibration ID Mode 9 of ISO 15031-5
DTC 1st trip DTCFreeze Frame
data1st trip Freeze
Frame dataSRT code Test value
CONSULT-II×× × × ×—
GST×
×*
1×—××
ECM×
×*
2————
ItemsMI DTC 1st trip DTC
1st trip 2nd trip
1st trip
displaying2nd trip
displaying1st trip
displaying2nd trip
display-
ing BlinkingLighting
upBlinkingLighting
up
Misfire (Possible three way cata-
lyst damage) — DTC: P0300 -
P0304 is being detected×———— —×—
Misfire (Possible three way cata-
lyst damage) — DTC: P0300 -
P0304 is being detected——×——×——
One trip detection diagnoses
(Refer to EC-10
.)—×——×—×—
Except above — — —×—××—
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D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
EC
*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
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MA
EC
*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
EC-39
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C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
MA
EC
*1: 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
*2: These numbers are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
*3: The trouble shooting for this DTC needs CONSULT-II.
*4: These are not displayed with GST.
DTC AND 1ST TRIP DTC
The 1st trip DTC (whose number is the same as the DTC number) is displayed for the latest self-diagnostic
result obtained. If the ECM memory was cleared previously, and the 1st trip DTC did not reoccur, the 1st trip
DTC will not be displayed.
If a malfunction is detected during the 1st trip, the 1st trip DTC is stored in the ECM memory. The MI will not
light up (two trip detection logic). If the same malfunction is not detected in the 2nd trip (meeting the required
driving pattern), the 1st trip DTC is cleared from the ECM memory. If the same malfunction is detected in the
2nd trip, both the 1st trip DTC and DTC are stored in the ECM memory and the MI lights up. In other words,
the DTC is stored in the ECM memory and the MI lights up when the same malfunction occurs in two consec-
utive trips. If a 1st trip DTC is stored and a non-diagnostic operation is performed between the 1st and 2nd
trips, only the 1st trip DTC will continue to be stored. For malfunctions that blink or light up the MI during the
1st trip, the DTC and 1st trip DTC are stored in the ECM memory.
Procedures for clearing the DTC and the 1st trip DTC from the ECM memory are described in EC-48, "
HOW
TO ERASE EMISSION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION" .
For malfunctions in which 1st trip DTCs are displayed, refer to EC-37, "
EMISSION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC
INFORMATION ITEMS" . These items are required by legal regulations to continuously monitor the system/
component. In addition, the items monitored non-continuously are also displayed on CONSULT-II.
1st trip DTC is specified in Mode 7 of ISO 15031-5. 1st trip DTC detection occurs without lighting up the MI
and therefore does not warn the driver of a malfunction. However, 1st trip DTC detection will not prevent the
vehicle from being tested, for example during Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) tests.
When a 1st trip DTC is detected, check, print out or write down and erase (1st trip) DTC and Freeze Frame
data as specified in “Work Flow” procedure Step II, refer to EC-59, "
WORK FLOW" . Then perform “DTC Con-
firmation Procedure” or “Overall Function Check” to try to duplicate the malfunction. If the malfunction is dupli-
cated, the item requires repair.
How to Read DTC and 1st Trip DTC
DTC and 1st trip DTC can be read by the following methods.
With CONSULT-II
With GST
CONSULT-II or GST (Generic Scan Tool) Examples: P0340, P0705, P0750, etc.
These DTCs are prescribed by ISO 15031-5.
(CONSULT-II also displays the malfunctioning component or system.)
No Tools
The number of blinks of the MI in the Diagnostic Test Mode II (Self-Diagnostic Results) indicates the DTC.
Example: 0102, 0340 etc.
These DTCs are controlled by NISSAN.
●1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
●Output of a DTC indicates a malfunction. However, GST or the Diagnostic Test Mode II do not indi-
cate whether the malfunction is still occurring or has occurred in the past and has returned to nor-
mal. CONSULT-II can identify malfunction status as shown below. Therefore, using CONSULT-II (if
available) is recommended.
A sample of CONSULT-II display for DTC and 1st trip DTC is shown below. DTC or 1st trip DTC of a malfunc-
tion is displayed in SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS mode of CONSULT-II. Time data indicates how many times
the vehicle was driven after the last detection of a DTC.
If the DTC is being detected currently, the time data will be “0”.
O/R CLTCH SOL/CIRC P1760 1760 — —×AT-187
BRAKE SW/CIRCUIT P1805 1805 — —×EC-360
Items
(CONSULT-II screen terms)DTC*
1
SRT codeTest Value/
Test Limit
(GST only)1st trip DTC Reference page
CONSULT-II
GST*
2ECM
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If a 1st trip DTC is stored in the ECM, the time data will be “[1t]”.
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If a 1st trip DTC is stored in the ECM, the time data will be “[1t]”.
FREEZE FRAME DATA AND 1ST TRIP FREEZE FRAME DATA
The ECM records the driving conditions such as fuel system status, calculated load value, engine coolant tem-
perature, short term fuel trim, long term fuel trim, engine speed, vehicle speed, base fuel schedule and intake
air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected.
Data which are stored in the ECM memory, along with the 1st trip DTC, are called 1st trip freeze frame data.
The data, stored together with the DTC data, are called freeze frame data and displayed on CONSULT-II or
GST. The 1st trip freeze frame data can only be displayed on the CONSULT-II screen, not on the GST. For
details, see EC-90, "
Freeze Frame Data and 1st Trip Freeze Frame Data" .
Only one set of freeze frame data (either 1st trip freeze frame data or freeze frame data) can be stored in the
ECM. 1st trip freeze frame data is stored in the ECM memory along with the 1st trip DTC. There is no priority
for 1st trip freeze frame data and it is updated each time a different 1st trip DTC is detected. However, once
freeze frame data (2nd trip detection/MI on) is stored in the ECM memory, 1st trip freeze frame data is no
longer stored. Remember, only one set of freeze frame data can be stored in the ECM. The ECM has the fol-
lowing priorities to update the data.
For example, the EGR malfunction (Priority: 2) was detected and the freeze frame data was stored in the 2nd
trip. After that when the misfire (Priority: 1) is detected in another trip, the freeze frame data will be updated
from the EGR malfunction to the misfire. The 1st trip freeze frame data is updated each time a different mal-
function is detected. There is no priority for 1st trip freeze frame data. However, once freeze frame data is
stored in the ECM memory, 1st trip freeze data is no longer stored (because only one freeze frame data or 1st
trip freeze frame data can be stored in the ECM). If freeze frame data is stored in the ECM memory and freeze
frame data with the same priority occurs later, the first (original) freeze frame data remains unchanged in the
ECM memory.
Both 1st trip freeze frame data and freeze frame data (along with the DTCs) are cleared when the ECM mem-
ory is erased. Procedures for clearing the ECM memory are described in EC-48, "
HOW TO ERASE EMIS-
SION-RELATED DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION" .
SYSTEM READINESS TEST (SRT) CODE
System Readiness Test (SRT) code is specified in Mode 1 of ISO 15031-5.
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), certain states require the status of
SRT be used to indicate whether the ECM has completed self-diagnosis of major emission systems and com-
ponents. Completion must be verified in order for the emissions inspection to proceed.
If a vehicle is rejected for a State emissions inspection due to one or more SRT items indicating “INCMP”, use
the information in this Service Manual to set the SRT to “CMPLT”.
In most cases the ECM will automatically complete its self-diagnosis cycle during normal usage, and the SRT
status will indicate “CMPLT” for each application system. Once set as “CMPLT”, the SRT status remains
“CMPLT” until the self-diagnosis memory is erased.
Occasionally, certain portions of the self-diagnostic test may not be completed as a result of the customer's
normal driving pattern; the SRT will indicate “INCMP” for these items.
NOTE:
The SRT will also indicate “INCMP” if the self-diagnosis memory is erased for any reason or if the ECM mem-
ory power supply is interrupted for several hours.
PBIB0911E
Priority Items
1Freeze frame data Misfire — DTC: P0300 - P0304
Fuel Injection System Function — DTC: P0171, P0172
2 Except the above items (Includes A/T related items)
3 1st trip freeze frame data