2008 NISSAN LATIO check engine light

REFRIGERANT LINES
MTC-85
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Checking System for Leaks Using the Fluorescent Leak DetectorINFOID:0000000001704334
1. Check A/C system for leaks using the UV lamp and safety goggles J-42220 in a low sunlight area (area
without windows preferable). Illuminate all components, fittings and lines. The dye will appear as a bright
green/yellow area at the point of leakage. Fluorescent dye observed at the evaporator drain opening indi-
cates an evaporator core assembly (tubes, core or expansion valve) leak.
2. If the suspected area is difficult to see, use an adjustable mirror or wipe the area with a clean shop rag or
cloth, with the UV lamp for dye residue.
3. After the leak is repaired, remove any residual dye using dye cleaner J-43872 to prevent future misdiag-
nosis.
4. Perform a system performance check and verify the leak repair with an approved electronic refrigerant
leak detector.
NOTE:
Other gases in the work area or substances on the A/C components, for example, anti-freeze, windshield
washer fluid, solvents and oils, may falsely trigger the leak detector. Make sure the surfaces to be checked are
clean.
Clean with a dry cloth or blow off with shop air.
Do not allow the sensor tip of the detector to contact with any substance. This can also cause false readings
and may damage the detector.
Dye InjectionINFOID:0000000001704335
(This procedure is only necessary when recharging the system or when the compressor has seized and was
replaced.)
1. Check A/C system static (at rest) pressure. Pressure must be at least 345 kPa (3.45 bar, 3.52 kg/cm
2, 50
psi).
2. Pour one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of the A/C refrigerant dye into the injector tool J-41459.
3. Connect the injector tool to the A/C low-pressure side service fitting.
4. Start engine and switch A/C ON.
5. When the A/C operating (compressor running), inject one bottle (1/4 ounce / 7.4 cc) of fluorescent dye
through the low-pressure service valve using dye injector tool J-41459 (refer to the manufacture’s operat-
ing instructions).
6. With the engine still running, disconnect the injector tool from the service fitting.
CAUTION:
Be careful the A/C system or replacing a component, pour the dye directly into the open system
connection and proceed with the service procedures.
7. Operate the A/C system for a minimum of 20 minutes to mix the dye with the system oil. Depending on the
leak size, operating conditions and location of the leak, it may take from minutes to days for the dye to
penetrate a leak and become visible.
Electronic Refrigerant Leak DetectorINFOID:0000000001704336
PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING LEAK DETECTOR
When performing a refrigerant leak check, use an A/C electrical leak
detector (SST) or equivalent. Ensure that the instrument is calibrated
and set properly per the operating instructions.
The leak detector is a delicate device. In order to use the leak detec-
tor properly, read the operating instructions and perform any speci-
fied maintenance.
AHA281A

PG-20
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IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
NOTE:
When auto active test mode has to be cancelled halfway, turn ignition switch OFF.
CAUTION:
Be sure to perform BL-37, "
Door Switch Check (Hatchback)" when the auto active test cannot be
performed.
INSPECTION IN AUTO ACTIVE TEST MODE
When auto active test mode is actuated, the following six steps are repeated three times.
(A): Oil pressure warning lamp is blinking when the auto active test is operating.
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Item Number Test Item Operation Time/Frequency
1 Rear window defogger 10 seconds
2 Front wipers LOW 5 seconds then HIGH 5 seconds
3 Daytime light system (Canada only) 10 seconds
3 Tail, license, and parking lamps 10 seconds
3 Front fog lamps 10 seconds
4 Headlamps (low) 20 seconds
4 Headlamps (high) ON-OFF 5 times
5 A/C compressor (magnet clutch) ON-OFF 5 times
6 Cooling fan LOW 5 seconds then HIGH 5 seconds

IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE ENGINE ROOM)
PG-25
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PIPDM E/R Power/Ground Circuit InspectionINFOID:0000000001704704
1.FUSE AND FUSIBLE LINK INSPECTION
Check that the following fusible links or IPDM E/R fuses are not blown.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace fuse or fusible link.
2.POWER CIRCUIT INSPECTION
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connector E42.
3. Check voltage between IPDM E/R harness connector E42 terminals 1, 2 and ground.
50 V Front fog lamp (LH)Output ON or
STARTLighting
switch must
be in the 2ND
position
(LOW beam
is ON) and
the front fog
lamp switchOFF 0V
ON Battery voltage
51 W Front fog lamp (RH) OutputON or
STARTLighting
switch must
be in the 2ND
position
(LOW beam
is ON) and
the front fog
lamp switchOFF 0V
ON Battery voltage
52 LLH Low beam head-
lampOutput — Lighting switch in 2nd position Battery voltage
54 PRH Low beam head-
lampOutput — Lighting switch in 2nd position Battery voltage
55 GLH High beam head-
lampOutput —Lighting switch in 2nd position
and placed in HIGH or PASS
positionBattery voltage
56 YRH High beam head-
lampOutput —Lighting switch in 2nd position
and placed in HIGH or PASS
positionBattery voltage
59 B Ground Input — — 0V
60 RRear window defogger
relayOutputON or
STARTRear defogger Switch ON Battery voltage
Rear defogger Switch OFF 0V Te r m i n a lWire
colorSignal nameSignal
input/
outputMeasuring condition
Reference value
(Approx.) Ignition
switchOperation or condition
Terminal No. Signal name Fuse, fusible link No.
1, 2 Battery power a, b, d

PS-6
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STEERING WHEEL
STEERING WHEEL
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000001703859
CHECKING CONDITION OF INSTALLATION
• Check installation conditions of steering gear assembly, front suspension assembly, axle and steering col-
umn assembly.
• Check if movement exists when steering wheel is moved up and down, to the left and right and to the axial
direction.
• Check steering gear assembly mounting bolts and nuts for looseness. Refer to PS-12, "
Removal and Instal-
lation" .
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL PLAY
• Turn steering wheel so that front wheels come to the straight-ahead position. Start engine and lightly turn
steering wheel to the left and right until front wheels start to move. Measure steering wheel movement on the
outer circumference.
• When the measurement value is outside the standard value, check backlash for each joint of steering col-
umn assembly and installation condition of steering gear assembly.
CHECKING NEUTRAL POSITION STEERING WHEEL
• Make sure that steering gear assembly, steering column assembly and steering wheel are installed in the
correct position.
• Perform neutral position inspection after wheel alignment. Refer to RSU-2, "
Precaution for Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"" .
• Set vehicle to the straight-ahead position and confirm steering wheel is in the neutral position.
• Loosen outer socket lock nut and turn inner socket to left and right equally to make fine adjustments if steer-
ing wheel is not in the neutral position.
CHECKING STEERING WHEEL TURNING FORCE
1. Park vehicle on a level and dry surface, set parking brake.
2. Start engine.
3. Check steering wheel turning force when steering wheel has
been turned 360° from neutral position using suitable tool as
shown.
4. If steering wheel turning force is out of the specification, refer to
STC-6, "
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis" .
CHECKING FRONT WHEEL TURNING ANGLE
Steering wheel axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
Steering wheel play : 0 - 35 mm (0 - 1.38 in)
Steering wheel
turning force: Less than 36 N (3.7 kg-f, 8.2 lb-f)
WGIA0180E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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
(Engine Ear or mechanics 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 fastener can be broken
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 tem-
porarily.
• 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 RF-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 urethane
tape are available through your authorized Nissan Parts Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
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)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll

CHARGING SYSTEM
SC-23
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2.CHECK CHARGE WARNING LAMP CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect generator connector F1.
2. Apply ground to generator connector F1 terminal 2 with the igni-
tion switch in the ON position.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO "WORK FLOW" .
NG >> Check the following.
• 10A fuse [No. 3, located in fuse block (J/B)]
• CHARGE lamp
• Harness for open or short between combination meter
and fuse
• Harness for open or short between combination meter and generator
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 Starting/Charging system
test. Refer to Technical Service Bulletin.
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-24, "Removal and
Installation" . Confirm repair by performing complete
Starting/Charging system test. Refer to Technical Ser-
vice Bulletin.
NG >> Check harness between the battery and the generator
for poor continuity.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE 3
Check Voltage Regulator Circuit
CHARGE lamp should light up.
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Battery voltage should exist.
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With engine running
at idle and warm: Less than 0.2V
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 broken
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 tem-
porarily.
• 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 urethane
tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN Parts Depart-
ment.
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)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll. The following
materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
STC-13
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Symptom ChartINFOID:0000000001703882
If EPS warning lamp turns ON, perform self-diagnosis. Refer to STC-11, "CONSULT-III Function (EPS)" .
Symptom Condition Check item Reference page
EPS warning lamp does not turn ON when ig-
nition switch to “ON”.
(EPS warning lamp check)Ignition switch: ONCAN communication line
STC-21
Combination meter
EPS warning lamp does not turn OFF for sev-
eral seconds after starting the engineEngine runningCAN communication line
STC-21
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-22
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-23
Steering 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-24
Steering wheel turning force
(Mechanical malfunction)