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Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, 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/INFINITI dealer.
 Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
 Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
 When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
 When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wh eel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
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NOTE:
 This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
 Remove and install all control units after disconnecti ng both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″ LOCK ″ position.
 Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS , an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000005856238
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inopera tive, 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/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electri c power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
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NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK ″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery pow er is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables. NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC ″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
>> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK DTC
1. Check DTC.
2. Perform the following procedure if DTC is detected.
 Record DTC.
 Erase DTC. Refer to TM-30, "OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)"
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Is any DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 6.
4.PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
Perform “Diagnosis Procedure” for the displayed DTC.
>> GO TO 5.
5.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
Perform “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE”.
Is DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6.CHECK SYMPTOM 2
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer.
Is any malfunction present?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> INSPECTION END
7.ROAD TEST
Perform “ROAD TEST”. Refer to TM-190, "Description"
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>> GO TO 8.
8.CHECK SYMPTOM 3
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer.
Is any malfunction present?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> INSPECTION END
Diagnostic Work SheetINFOID:0000000003771804
INFORMATION FROM CUSTOMER
KEY POINTS WHAT ..... Vehicle and A/T model
 WHEN ..... Date, Frequencies
 WHERE ..... Road conditions
 HOW ..... Operating conditions, Symptoms
Customer name MR/MS Model and Year VIN
Trans. Model Engine Mileage
Malfunction Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
Frequency † Continuous † Intermittent ( times a day)
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
IntroductionINFOID:0000000003771819
The A/T system has two self-diagnostic systems.
The first is the emission-related on board diagnostic syst em (OBD-II) performed by the TCM in combination
with the ECM. The malfunction is indicated by the MI L (malfunction indicator lamp) and is stored as a DTC in
the ECM memory but not the TCM memory.
The second is the TCM original self-diagnosis indicat ed by the A/T CHECK indicator lamp. The malfunction is
stored in the TCM memory. The detected items are ov erlapped with OBD-II self-diagnostic items. For detail,
refer to TM-32, "CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)"
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OBD-II Function for A/T SystemINFOID:0000000003771820
The ECM provides emission-related on board diagnostic (O BD-II) functions for the A/T system. One function
is to receive a signal from the TCM used with OBD-relat ed parts of the A/T system. The signal is sent to the
ECM when a malfunction occurs in the corresponding OBD-related part. The other function is to indicate a
diagnostic result by means of the MIL (malfunction indi cator lamp) on the instrument panel. Sensors, switches
and solenoid valves are used as sensing elements.
The MIL automatically illuminates in One or Two Trip Detection Logic when a malfunction is sensed in relation
to A/T system parts.
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-IIINFOID:0000000003771821
ONE TRIP DETECTION LOGIC
If a malfunction is sensed during the first test drive, the MIL will illuminate and the malfunction will be stored in
the ECM memory as a DTC. The TCM is not provided with such a memory function.
TWO TRIP DETECTION LOGIC
When a malfunction is sensed during the first test drive, it is stored in the ECM memory as a 1st trip DTC
(diagnostic trouble code) or 1st trip freeze frame data. At this point, the MIL will not illuminate. — 1st Trip
If the same malfunction as that experienced during the fi rst test drive is sensed during the second test drive,
the MIL will illuminate. — 2nd Trip
The “Trip” in the “One or Two Trip Detection Logic” means a driving mode in which self-diagnosis is performed
during vehicle operation.
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)INFOID:0000000003771822
HOW TO READ DTC AND 1ST TRIP DTC
DTC and 1st trip DTC can be read by the following methods.
( with CONSULT-III or GST) CONSULT-III or GST (Generic Scan Tool) Examples: P0705, P0720 etc.
These DTC are prescribed by SAE J2012.
(CONSULT-III also displays the malfunctioning component or system.)
 1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
 Output of the diagnostic troubl e code indicates that the indicated circuit has a malfunction. How-
ever, in case of the Mode II and GST, they do not indicate whether the malfunction is still occurring or
occurred in the past and returned to normal.
CONSULT-III can identify them as shown below, therefore, CONSULT-III (if available) is recom-
mended.
Freeze Frame Data and 1st Trip Freeze Frame Data
The ECM has a memory function, which stores the driv ing condition such as fuel system status, calculated
load value, engine coolant temperature, short term f uel trim, long term fuel trim, engine speed and vehicle
speed at the moment the ECM detects a malfunction.
Data which are stored in the ECM memory, along with the 1st trip DTC, are called 1st trip freeze frame data,
and the data, stored together with the DTC data, are called freeze frame data and displayed on CONSULT-III
or GST. The 1st trip freeze frame data can only be disp layed on the CONSULT-III screen, not on the GST. For
detail, refer to TM-30
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Only one set of freeze frame data (either 1st trip freez e frame data of freeze frame data) can be stored in the
ECM. 1st trip freeze frame data is stored in the ECM me mory 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/MIL on) is stored in the ECM memory, 1st trip freeze frame data is no
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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.
Both 1st trip freeze frame data and freeze frame data (along with the DTC) are cleared when the ECM mem-
ory is erased.
HOW TO ERASE DTC
The diagnostic trouble code can be erased by CONSULT- III, GST or ECM DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE as
described following.
 If the battery cable is disconnected, the diagnostic trouble code will be lost within 24 hours.
 When you erase the DTC, using CONSULT-III or GS T is easier and quicker than switching the mode
selector on the ECM.
The following emission-related diagnostic information is cleared from the ECM memory when erasing DTC
related to OBD-II. For details, refer to EC-42, "Emission-related Diagnostic Information"
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 Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)
 1st trip diagnostic trouble codes (1st trip DTC)
 Freeze frame data
 1st trip freeze frame data
 System readiness test (SRT) codes
 Test values
HOW TO ERASE DTC (WITH CONSULT-III)
1. The emission related diagnostic information in the TCM and ECM can be er\
ased by selectioning "ALL
ERASE" in the "Description" of "F INAL CHECK" mode with CONSULT-III.
HOW TO ERASE DTC (WITH GST)
1. If the ignition switch stays “ON” after repair work, be sure to turn ignition switch “OFF” once. Wait at least
10 seconds and then turn it “ON” (engine stopped) again.
2. Select Mode 4 with the Generic Scan Tool (GST). For details refer to EC-72, "Generic Scan Tool (GST)
Function".
HOW TO ERASE DTC (NO TOOLS)
1. Disconnect battery for 24 hours.
2. Reconnect battery.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000003771823
DESCRIPTION
The MIL is located on the instrument panel.
1. The MIL will light up when the ignition switch is turned “ON” with-
out the engine running. This is a bulb check.
 If the MIL does not light up, refer to EC-55, "Malfunction Indicator
Lamp (MIL)".
2. When the engine is start ed, the MIL should go off.
If the MIL remains on, the on board diagnostic system has
detected an engine system malfunction.
Priority Items
1 Freeze frame data Misfire — DTC: P0300 - P0306 Fuel Injection System Function — DTC: P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175
2 Except the above items (Includes A/T related items)
3 1st trip freeze frame data
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
*1: Refer to EC-55, "Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)".
*2:These malfunctions cannot be displayed MIL if another malfunction is assigned to MIL.
DATA MONITOR MODE
Display Items List
X: Standard, —: Not applicable
L C BRAKE SOLENOID  TCM detects an improper voltage drop when it tries to
operate the solenoid valve.
 Condition of ATF pressure switch 2 is different from
monitor value, and relation between gear position and
actual gear ratio is irregular. P1774 P1774*2
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NO DTC IS DETECTED
FURTHER TESTING
MAY BE REQUIRED No NG item has been detected. X X
Items (CONSULT-III
screen terms) Malfunction is detected when... TCM self-di-
agnosis OBD (DTC)
Reference page
“TRANSMIS-
SION” with
CONSULT-III MIL indicator
lamp*1, “EN-
GINE” with
CONSULT-III or
GST
Monitored item (Unit) Monitor Item Selection
Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG-
NALS MAIN SIG-
NALS SELEC-
TION
FROM
MENU
VHCL/S SE·A/T (km/h) X X X Output speed sensor
VHCL/S SE·MTR (km/h) X — X
ACCELE POSI (0.0/8) X — X Accelerator pedal position signal
THROTTLE POSI (0.0/8) X X X Degree of opening for accelerator recognized by
the TCM
For fail-safe operation, the specific value used
for control is displayed.
CLSD THL POS (ON-OFF display) X — X Signal input with CAN communications
W/O THL POS (ON-OFF display) X — X
BRAKE SW (ON-OFF display) X — X Stop lamp switch
GEAR — X X Gear position recognized by the TCM updated
after gear-shifting
ENGINE SPEED (rpm) X X X
INPUT SPEED (rpm) X X X
OUTPUT REV (rpm) X X X
GEAR RATIO — X X
TC SLIP SPEED (rpm) — X X Difference between engine speed and torque
converter input shaft speed
F SUN GR REV (rpm) — — X
F CARR GR REV (rpm) — — X
ATF TEMP SE 1 (V) X — X
ATF TEMP SE 2 (V) X — X
ATF TEMP 1 ( °C) — X X
ATF TEMP 2 ( °C) — X X
BATTERY VOLT (V) X — X
ATF PRES SW 2 (ON-OFF display) X X X (for LC/B solenoid)
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RANGE SW 1 (ON-OFF display) X — X
RANGE SW 2 (ON-OFF display) X — X
RANGE SW 3 (ON-OFF display) X — X
RANGE SW 4 (ON-OFF display) X — X
SLCT LVR POSI — X X Selector lever position is recognized by the TCM.
For fail-safe operation, the specific value used
for control is displayed.
1 POSITION SW (ON-OFF display) X — X 1st position switch
OD CONT SW (ON-OFF display) X — X 4th position switch
POWERSHIFT SW (ON-OFF display) X — X
Not mounted but displayed.
HOLD SW (ON-OFF display) X — X
MANU MODE SW (ON-OFF display) X — X
NON M-MODE SW (ON-OFF display) X — X
UP SW LEVER (ON-OFF display) X — X
DOWN SW LEVER (ON-OFF display) X — X
SFT UP ST SW (ON-OFF display) — — X
SFT DWN ST SW (ON-OFF display) — — X
ASCD-OD CUT (ON-OFF display) — — X
ASCD-CRUISE (ON-OFF display) — — X
ABS SIGNAL (ON-OFF display) — — X
ACC OD CUT (ON-OFF display) — — X
ICC (Intelligent cruise control)
ACC SIGNAL (ON-OFF display) — — X
TCS GR/P KEEP (ON-OFF display) — — X
TCS SIGNAL 2 (ON-OFF display) — — X
TCS SIGNAL 1 (ON-OFF display) — — X
TCC SOLENOID (A) — X X
LINE PRES SOL (A) — X X
I/C SOLENOID (A) — X X
FR/B SOLENOID (A) — X X
D/C SOLENOID (A) — X X
HLR/C SOL (A) — X X
ON OFF SOL (ON-OFF display) — — X LC/B solenoid
TCC SOL MON (A) — — X
L/P SOL MON (A) — — X
I/C SOL MON (A) — — X
FR/B SOL MON (A) — — X
D/C SOL MON (A) — — X
HLR/C SOL MON (A) — — X
ONOFF SOL MON (ON-OFF display) — — X LC/B solenoid
P POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
R POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
N POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X Monitored item (Unit)
Monitor Item Selection
Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG- NALS MAIN SIG-
NALS SELEC-
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FROM
MENU
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION
DTC Work Support Mode
D POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
4TH POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
3RD POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
2ND POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
1ST POSI IND (ON-OFF display) — — X
MANU MODE IND (ON-OFF display) — — XNot mounted but displayed.
POWER M LAMP (ON-OFF display) — — X
F-SAFE IND/L (ON-OFF display) — — X
ATF WARN LAMP (ON-OFF display) — — X
BACK-UP LAMP (ON-OFF display) — — X
STARTER RELAY (ON-OFF display) — — X
RANGE SW3M (ON-OFF display) — — X
C/V CLB ID1 — — X
C/V CLB ID2 — — X
C/V CLB ID3 — — X
UNIT CLB ID1 — — X
UNIT CLB ID2 — — X
UNIT CLB ID3 — — X
TRGT GR RATIO — — X
TRGT PRES TCC (kPa) — — X
TRGT PRES L/P (kPa) — — X
TRGT PRES I/C (kPa) — — X
TRGT PRE FR/B (kPa) — — X
TRGT PRES D/C (kPa) — — X
TRG PRE HLR/C (kPa) — — X
SHIFT PATTERN — — X
DRV CST JUDGE — — X
START RLY MON — — X
NEXT GR POSI — — X
SHIFT MODE — — X
MANU GR POSI — — X
VEHICLE SPEED (km/h) — X X Vehicle speed recognized by the TCM.
Voltage (V) — — X Displays the value measured by the voltage
probe.
Frequency (Hz) — — X
The value measured by the pulse probe is dis-
played.
DUTY-HI (high) (%) — — X
DUTY-LOW (low) (%) — — X
PLS WIDTH-HI (ms) — — X
PLS WIDTH-LOW (ms) — — X Monitored item (Unit)
Monitor Item Selection
Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG- NALS MAIN SIG-
NALS SELEC-
TION
FROM
MENU
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