IGNITION SIGNAL
EC-981
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IGNITION SIGNAL
DescriptionINFOID:0000000001161977
The ignition signal from the ECM is sent to and amplified by the power transistor. The power transistor turns
ON and OFF the ignition coil primary circuit. This ON/OFF operation induces the proper high voltage in the coil
secondary circuit.
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000001161978
1.INSPECTION START
Turn ignition switch OFF, and restart engine.
Does the engine start?
YES-1 >> With CONSULT-III: GO TO 2.
YES-2 >> Without CONSULT-III: GO TO 3.
NO >> Go to EC-981, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
2.IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION
With CONSULT-III
1. Perform “POWER BALANCE” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. Make sure that each circuit produces a momentary engine speed drop.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Go to EC-981, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
3.IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION
Without CONSULT-III
1. Let engine idle.
2. Read the voltage signal between ECM harness connector terminals as follows.
NOTE:
The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm at idle.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Go to EC-981, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000001161979
1.CHECK IGNITION COIL POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT-I
1. Turn ignition switch OFF, wait at least 10 seconds and then turn ON.
2. Check the voltage between ECM harness connector terminals as follows.
ECM Ground
Voltage signal
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
F1017
E16 108 18
21
22
JMBIA0329GB
(+) (–)
Vo l ta g e
Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
E16 105 E16 108 Battery voltage
EC-984
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IGNITION SIGNAL
Component Inspection (Ignition Coil with Power Transistor)
INFOID:0000000001161980
1.CHECK IGNITION COIL WITH POWER TRANSISTOR-I
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ignition coil harness connector.
3. Check resistance between ignition coil terminals as follows.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Replace malfunctioning ignition coil with power transistor.
2.CHECK IGNITION COIL WITH POWER TRANSISTOR-II
CAUTION:
Do the following procedure in the place where ventilation is good without the combustible.
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Reconnect all harness connectors disconnected.
3. Remove fuel pump fuse in IPDM E/R to release fuel pressure.
NOTE:
Do not use CONSULT-III to release fuel pressure, or fuel pressure applies again during the following pro-
cedure.
4. Start engine.
5. After engine stalls, crank it two or three times to release all fuel pressure.
6. Turn ignition switch OFF.
7. Remove all ignition coil harness connectors to avoid the electrical discharge from the ignition coils.
8. Remove ignition coil and spark plug of the cylinder to be checked.
9. Crank engine for 5 seconds or more to remove combustion gas in the cylinder.
10. Connect spark plug and harness connector to ignition coil.
11. Fix ignition coil using a rope etc. with gap of 13 - 17 mm (0.52 -
0.66 in) between the edge of the spark plug and grounded metal
portion as shown in the figure.
12. Crank engine for about three seconds, and check whether spark
is generated between the spark plug and the grounded metal
portion.
CAUTION:
Do not approach to the spark plug and the ignition coil
within 50 cm (19.7 in). Be careful not to get an electrical
shock while checking, because the electrical discharge
voltage becomes 20kV or more.
It might cause to damage the ignition coil if the gap of more than 17 mm 0.66 in) is taken.
NOTE:
When the gap is less than 13 mm (0.52 in), the spark might be generated even if the coil is mal-
functioning.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Replace malfunctioning ignition coil with power transistor.
Component Inspection (Condenser)INFOID:0000000001161981
1.CHECK CONDENSER
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect condenser-2 harness connector.
Terminals Resistance [at 25°C (77°F)]
1 and 2 Except 0 or ∞ Ω
1 and 3
Except 0 Ω
2 and 3
Spark should be generated.
JMBIA0066GB
EC-1024
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
Symptom TableINFOID:0000000001161997
SYSTEM — BASIC ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
SYMPTOM
Reference
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel pump circuit 11232 22 3 2EC-978
Fuel pressure regulator system 334444444 4EC-1035
Fuel injector circuit 11232 22 2EC-975
Evaporative emission system 334444444 4EC-745
Air Positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem
334444444 41EC-987
Incorrect idle speed adjustment 1 1 1 1 1EC-692
Electric throttle control actuator 112332222 2 2EC-885,
EC-887
IgnitionIncorrect ignition timing adjustment33111 11 1EC-693
Ignition circuit 11222 22 2EC-981
Main power supply and ground circuit 22333 33 23EC-789
Mass air flow sensor circuit
1
122
222 2EC-799
Engine coolant temperature sensor circuit
333EC-807
Heated oxygen sensor 1 circuitEC-813
,
EC-817
,
EC-823
,
EC-896
,
EC-901
Throttle position sensor circuit
22EC-810
,
EC-852
,
EC-924
,
EC-926
,
EC-956
Accelerator pedal position sensor circuit 3 2 1EC-948
,
EC-952
,
EC-956
Knock sensor circuit 2 3EC-860
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) circuit 2 2EC-862
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
EC-1025
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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SYSTEM — ENGINE MECHANICAL & OTHER
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) circuit 3 2EC-866
Vehicle speed signal circuit 2 3 3 3EC-878
ECM 22333333333EC-880
Intake valve timing control solenoid valve cir-
cuit32 13223 3EC-882
PNP switch circuit 3 3 3 3 3EC-942
Refrigerant pressure sensor circuit 2 3 3 4EC-988
Electrical load signal circuit 3EC-973
Air conditioner circuit 223333333 3 2HAC-92,
HAC-207
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) 4BRC-86
SYMPTOM
Reference
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
EC-1026
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ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code A
AAB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel tank
5
5FL-10
Fuel piping 555 55 5EM-162
Va p o r l o c k—
Valve deposit
5 555 55 5—
Poor fuel (Heavy weight gasoline,
Low octane)—
Air Air duct
55555 5EM-154
Air cleanerEM-154
Air leakage from air duct
(Mass air flow sensor — electric
throttle control actuator)
555 5EM-156
Electric throttle control actuator
Air leakage from intake manifold/
Collector/Gasket
Cranking Battery
111111
11PG-6
Generator circuitCHG-29
Starter circuit 3STR-24
Signal plate 6EM-219
PNP switch 4TM-665
Engine Cylinder head
55555 55 5EM-198
Cylinder head gasket 4 3
Cylinder block
66666 66 64
EM-200
Piston
Piston ring
Connecting rod
Bearing
Crankshaft
Va l v e
mecha-
nismTiming chain
55555 55 5EM-177
CamshaftEM-186
Intake valve timing controlEM-177
Intake valve
3EM-198
Exhaust valve
ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM
EC-1027
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1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muffler/
Gasket
55555 55 5EX-5
, EX-9
Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tionOil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/Oil
filter/Oil gallery/Oil cooler
55555 55 5EM-166
,
LU-18
, LU-
19
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oilLU-15
Cooling Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler cap
55555 55 45CO-40
Thermostat 5CO-45
Water pumpCO-44
Water galleryCO-28
Cooling fan
5CO-43
Coolant level (Low)/Contaminat-
ed coolantCO-35
NATS (NISSAN Anti-Theft System) 1 1SEC-7
SYMPTOM
Reference
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HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code A
AAB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
PRECAUTIONS
EC-1031
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When connecting or disconnecting pin connectors into or
from ECM, take care not to damage pin terminals (bend or
break).
Make sure that there are not any bends or breaks on ECM pin
terminal, when connecting pin connectors.
Securely connect ECM harness connectors.
A poor connection can cause an extremely high (surge) volt-
age to develop in coil and condenser, thus resulting in dam-
age to ICs.
Keep engine control system harness at least 10 cm (4 in) away
from adjacent harness, to prevent engine control system mal-
functions due to receiving external noise, degraded operation
of ICs, etc.
Keep engine control system parts and harness dry.
Before replacing ECM, perform ECM Terminals and Reference
Value inspection and make sure ECM functions properly.
Refer to EC-990, "
Reference Value".
Handle mass air flow sensor carefully to avoid damage.
Do not clean mass air flow sensor with any type of detergent.
Do not disassemble electric throttle control actuator.
Even a slight leak in the air intake system can cause serious
incidents.
Do not shock or jar the camshaft position sensor (PHASE),
crankshaft position sensor (POS).
After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform DTC
CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE or Component Function
Check. The DTC should not be displayed in the DTC Confirmation
Procedure if the repair is completed. The Component Function
Check should be a good result if the repair is completed.
PBIB0090E
MEF040D
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EC-1036
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FUEL PRESSURE
4. Connect fuel hose for fuel pressure check (1) to fuel tube
(engine side) with clamp (2) as shown in the figure.
No.2 spool (5)
Wipe off oil or dirt from hose insertion part using cloth moist-
ened with gasoline.
Apply proper amount of gasoline between top of the fuel tube
(3) and No.1 spool (4).
Insert fuel hose for fuel pressure check until it touches the
No.1 spool on fuel tube.
Use NISSAN genuine hose clamp (part number: 16439 N4710
or 16439 40U00).
When reconnecting fuel line, always use new clamps.
Use a torque driver to tighten clamps.
Install hose clamp to the position within 1 - 2 mm (0.04 - 0.08 in).
Make sure that clamp screw does not contact adjacent parts.
5. Connect fuel tube adapter to quick connector.
A: Fuel pressure gauge
B: Fuel hose for fuel pressure check
6. After connecting fuel hose for fuel pressure check, pull the hose
with a force of approximately 98 N (10 kg, 22 lb) to confirm fuel
tube does not come off.
7. Turn ignition switch ON and check for fuel leakage.
8. Start engine and check for fuel leakage.
9. Read the indication of fuel pressure gauge.
Do not perform fuel pressure check with system operating.
Fuel pressure gauge may indicate false readings.
During fuel pressure check, confirm for fuel leakage from fuel connection every 3 minutes.
10. If result is unsatisfactory, go to next step.
11. Check the following.
Fuel hoses and fuel tubes for clogging
Fuel filter for clogging
Fuel pump
Fuel pressure regulator for clogging
If OK, replace fuel pressure regulator.
If NG, repair or replace.Tightening torque: 1 - 1.5 N·m (0.1 - 0.15 kg-m, 9 - 13 in-lb)
At idling:
Approximately 350 kPa (3.5 bar, 3.57 kg/cm
2, 51 psi)
PBIB2983E
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