2006 NISSAN VERSA check engine

SC-26
CHARGING SYSTEM
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
Trouble Diagnoses with Battery/Starting/Charging System TesterEKS00IB5
NOTE:
To ensure a complete and thorough diagnosis, the battery, starter and generator test segments must be done
as a set from start to finish.
1. Turn off all loads on the vehicle electrical system.
2. Perform battery and starting system test with Battery/Starting/
Charging system tester.
3. Press “ENTER” to begin the charging system test.
4. Start engine.
5. Press “ENTER” until “LOADS OFF REV ENGINE 5 SEC” is dis-
played.
6. Raise and hold the engine speed at 1,500 to 2,000 rpm for about
5 seconds, then return the engine to idle.
Once the increase in engine rpm is detected, press “ENTER” to
continue.
NOTE:

If after 30 seconds an increase in engine idle speed is not
detected, “RPM NOT DETECTED” will display.

Some engines may have a higher idle initially after starting,
particularly when the engine is cold. The tester may detect
this without any other action being taken. If this occurs, con-
tinue on with the testing process. The final results will not be affected.
7. The tester now checks the engine at idle and performs the
DIODE/RIPPLE check.
8. When complete, the tester will prompt you to turn on the follow-
ing electrical loads.

Heater fan set to highest speed. Do not run the A/C or wind-
shield defroster.

Headlamp high beam

Rear window defogger
NOTE:
Do not run the windshield wipers or any other cyclical loads.
9. Press “ENTER” to continue.
SEL417X
SEL418X
SEL419X
SEL420X

SC-30
CHARGING SYSTEM
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 2
Check Battery Circuit
1. CHECK BATTERY CIRCUIT CONNECTION
Check to see if terminal 1 is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair terminal 1 connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/Charging
system test.
2. CHECK BATTERY CIRCUIT
Check voltage between generator connector F2 terminal 1 and
ground using a digital circuit tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check the following.

120A fusible link [letter a , located in fusible link box
(battery)]

Harness for open or short between generator and fus-
ible link
3. CHECK VOLTAGE DROP ON BATTERY CIRCUIT
Check voltage between generator connector F2 terminal 1 and bat-
tery positive terminal using a digital circuit tester.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the generator. Refer to SC-32, "Removal and
Installation" . Confirm repair by performing complete
Battery/Starting/Charging system test.
NG >> Check harness between the battery and the generator
for poor continuity. Battery voltage should exist.
WKIA5547E
With engine running
at idle and warm: Less than 0.2V
WKIA5578E

CHARGING SYSTEM
SC-31
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
L
MA
B
SC
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3
Check Voltage Regulator Circuit
1. CHECK VOLTAGE REGULATOR CIRCUIT CONNECTION
Check to see if terminal 3 is clean and tight.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Repair terminal 3 connection. Confirm repair by performing complete Battery/Starting/Charging
system test.
2. CHECK VOLTAGE REGULATOR CIRCUIT
Check voltage between generator connector F1 terminal 3 and
ground using a digital circuit tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check the following.

10A fuse (No. 29, located in fuse and fusible link box)

Harness for open or short between generator and
fuse
3. CHECK VOLTAGE DROP ON VOLTAGE REGULATOR CIRCUIT
Check voltage between generator connector F1 terminal 3 and bat-
tery positive terminal using a digital circuit tester.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the generator. Refer to SC-32, "Removal and
Installation" . Confirm repair by performing complete
Battery/Starting/Charging system test.
NG >> Check harness between the battery and the generator
for poor continuity. Battery voltage should exist.
WKIA5579E
With engine running
at idle and warm: Less than 0.2V
WKIA5580E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
SE-5
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
L
MA
B
SE
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.

Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.

If it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:

removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fasteners can be bro-
ken or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to SE-6, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN
Parts Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15×25
mm (0.59×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)

EPS SYSTEM
STC-5
[EPS]
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
STC
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
EPS SYSTEMPFP:28500
System DescriptionUGS000A5
EPS CONTROL UNIT

EPS control unit performs an arithmetical operation on data,
such as steering wheel turning force (sensor signal) from the
torque sensor, vehicle speed signal, etc. Then it generates an
optimum assist torque to the EPS motor according to the driving
condition.

EPS control unit decreases the output to EPS motor while
extremely using the power steering function (e.g., full steering)
for protecting EPS motor and EPS control unit (Protect overload
status). While activating protect overload status, the assist
torque gradually decreases, and the steering wheel turning force
becomes heavy. The normal assist torque reactivates by not
steering.

In case of an error in the electrical system, the fail-safe function stops output signals to the EPS motor.
Then the previous state is changed to the manual steering state.

Self-diagnosis can be done with CONSULT-II.
EPS MOTOR
EPS motor provides the assist torque by control signal from EPS control unit.
TORQUE SENSOR
Torque sensor detects the steering torque, and transmit the signal to
EPS control unit.
REDUCTION GEAR
Reduction gear increases the assist torque provided from EPS motor with worm gears, and outputs to the col-
umn shaft.
EPS WARNING LAMP
Turns ON when there is a malfunction in EPS system. It indicates that fail-safe mode is engaged and enters a
manual steering state (Control turning force steering wheel becomes heavy).
Also turns ON when ignition switch is turned ON, for purpose of lamp check. Turns OFF after the engine starts
if system is normal.
EPS Warning Lamp Indication
SGIA1647E
SGIA1648E
Condition EPS warning lamp
Lamp checkTurns ON when ignition switch is turned ON.
Turns OFF after engine start.
EPS system malfunctionON
Other than above (system normal) OFF

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
STC-13
[EPS]
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
STC
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
CONSULT-II Function (EPS)UGS0007Y
FUNCTION
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
CONSULT-II SETTING PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE
Operation Procedure
1. Perform “CONSULT-II Start Procedure”. Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
2. With engine at idle, touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”. Display
shows malfunction experienced since the last erasing operation.
NOTE:

When malfunction occurred at the same time, it is dis-
played to a 3 system at the maximum.

The details for “TIME” are as follow:
–“0”: Error currently detected with EPS control unit.
–Except for “0”: Error detected in the past and memorized
with EPS control unit.
Detects frequency of driving after DTC occurs (frequency
of turning ignition switch “ON”).
Display Item List
CAUTION:
If “CAN COMM CIRCUIT [U1000]” is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for CAN communication
line.
How to Erase Self-Diagnostic Results
1. Perform applicable inspection of malfunctioning item and then repair or replace.
Diagnostic test mode Function Reference page
Self-diagnostic results

Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.STC-13
Data monitor
Input/Output data in the EPS control unit can be read.STC-14
CAN diagnostic support monitor
The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.LAN-44
ECU part number
EPS control unit part number can be read.STC-14
SGIA1531E
Item
(CONSULT-II screen terms)Diagnostic item is detected when.... Check item
BATTERY VOLT
[C1601]When the power supply malfunction supplied to EPS control unit is
detected.STC-16, "
DTC C1601
BATTERY VOLT"
TORQUE SENSOR
[C1604]When the torque sensor malfunction assembled in steering column
assembly is detected. STC-19, "DTC C1604
TORQUE SENSOR"
EPS MOTOR
[C1606]When the motor driver malfunction of EPS control unit or EPS motor
malfunction is detected.STC-21, "DTC C1606
EPS MOTOR"
EEPROM
[C1607]When the memory (EEPROM) system malfunction is detected in
EPS control unit.STC-22, "DTC C1607
EEPROM"
CONTROL UNIT
[C1608]When the internal malfunction is detected in EPS control unit.STC-22, "DTC C1608
CONTROL UNIT"
CAN VHCL SPEED
[C1609]When the malfunction is detected in vehicle speed signal received
with CAN communication.STC-23, "DTC C1609
CAN VHCL SPEED"
CAN ENG RPM
[C1610]When the malfunction is detected in engine status signal received
with CAN communication.STC-24, "DTC C1610
CAN ENG RPM"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]When EPS control unit is not transmitting or receiving CAN commu-
nication signal 2 seconds or more.STC-24, "DTC U1000
CAN COMM CIRCUIT"
NO DTC IS DETECTED.
FURTHER TESTING MAY BE
REQUIRED.No NG item has been detected. —

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
STC-15
[EPS]
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
STC
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
Symptom ChartUGS0008I
If EPS warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-13, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
EPS warning lamp does not turn ON when
ignition switch to “ON”.
(EPS warning lamp check)Ignition switch: ONCAN communication line
STC-26
Combination meter
EPS warning lamp does not turn OFF for
several seconds after starting the engineEngine runningCAN communication line
STC-27
Power supply and ground for
EPS control unit
Torque sensor
EPS motor
Vehicle speed signal
Engine status signal
Combination meter
Steering wheel turning force is heavy or light,
while driving

While driving

Steering wheel turningCAN communication line
STC-29
Vehicle speed signal
Engine status signal
EPS motor
Steering wheel turning force
(Mechanical malfunction)
Unbalance steering wheel turning force and
return between right and left, while driving

While driving

Steering wheel turningWheel alignment
STC-31Steering wheel turning force
(Mechanical malfunction)
Unbalance steering wheel turning force,
while driving (Torque variation)

While driving

Steering wheel turningSteering column intermediate
shaft installation condition
STC-32Steering wheel turning force
(Mechanical malfunction)

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYSTEM
STC-17
[EPS]
C
D
E
F
H
I
J
K
L
MA
B
STC
Revision: June 20062007 Versa
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK EPS CONTROL UNIT POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect EPS control unit harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch “ON”. (Do not start engine.)
4. Check voltage between EPS control unit harness connector (A)
terminals and ground.
5. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
6. Check voltage between EPS control unit harness connector (A)
terminals and ground.
7. Connect EPS control unit harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Check the following. If any items are damaged, repair or
replace damaged parts.

60 A fusible link (No. m , located in the fuse and fusible link block). Refer to PG-4, "POWER
SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .

10 A fuses (No. 2, located in the fuse block). Refer to PG-4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIR-
CUIT" .

Harness for short or open between battery and EPS control unit harness connector M54 termi-
nal 17.

Harness for short or open between ignition switch and EPS control unit harness connector M53
terminal 10.
2. CHECK EPS CONTROL UNIT GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch “OFF”.
2. Disconnect EPS control unit harness connector.
3. Check continuity between EPS control unit harness connector
(A) terminal and ground.
Also check harness for short to power.
4. Connect EPS control unit harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power
in harness or connectors.
Connector Terminal Voltage
M53 10 – Ground Battery voltage
M54 17 – Ground Battery voltage
SGIA1626E
Connector Terminal Voltage
M53 10 – Ground Approx. 0 V
M54 17 – Ground Battery voltage
SGIA1627E
Connector Terminal Continuity
M54 18 Yes
SGIA1628E