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• Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers, cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new
ones.
• Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.
• Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.
• Do not touch the terminals of electrical com ponents which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.
• After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, atta ch a tag to indicate the proper connection.
• Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
• Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
• Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recommended special tools where specified for safe and efficient service repairs.
• When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems, check all affected lines for leaks.
• Before servicing the vehicle: Protect fenders, upholstery and carpeting with appropriate covers.
Take caution that keys, buckles or buttons do not scratch paint.
WARNING:
To prevent ECM from storing the diagnostic tro uble codes, do not carelessly disconnect the harness
connectors which are related to the engine control system and TCM (transmission control module)
system. The connectors should be disconnected only when working according to the WORK FLOW of
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES in EC, CVT, and AT sections.
Precaution for Three Way CatalystINFOID:0000000005929712
If a large amount of unburned fuel flows into the catalyst , the catalyst temperature will be excessively high. To
prevent this, follow the instructions.
• Use unleaded gasoline only. Leaded gasoline will seriously damage the three way catalyst.
• When checking for ignition spark or measuring engine compression, make tests quickly and only when nec- essary.
• Do not run engine when the fuel tank level is low, otherwise the engine may misfire, causing damage to the
catalyst.
Do not place the vehicle on flammable material. Keep flammable material off the exhaust pipe and the three
way catalyst.
Precaution for Fuel (Unleade d Regular Gasoline Recommended)INFOID:0000000005929713
Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 91).
CAUTION:
Do not use leaded gasoline. Using leaded gasoline will damage the three way catalyst. Do not use E-85
fuel (85% fuel ethanol, 15% unleaded gasoline) unless the vehicle is specifically designed for E-85 fuel
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(i.e. Flexible Fuel Vehicle - FFV models). Using a fu el other than that specified could adversely affect
the emission control devices and systems, and could also affect the warranty coverage validity.
Precaution for Multiport Fuel Injection System or Engine Control SystemINFOID:0000000005929714
• Before connecting or disconnecting any harness connector for the
multiport fuel injection system or ECM:
Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position.
Disconnect negative battery terminal.
Otherwise, there may be damage to ECM.
• Before disconnecting pressurized fuel line from fuel pump to injec- tors, be sure to release fuel pressure.
• Be careful not to jar components such as ECM and mass air flow sensor.
Precaution for HosesINFOID:0000000005929715
HOSE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• To prevent damage to rubber hose, do not pry off rubber hose withtapered tool or screwdriver.
• To reinstall the rubber hose securely, make sure that hose insertion length and orientation is correct. (If tube is equipped with hose
stopper, insert rubber hose into tube until it butts up against hose
stopper.)
HOSE CLAMPING
• If old rubber hose is re-used, install hose clamp in its original posi-tion (at the indentation where the old clamp was). If there is a trace
of tube bulging left on the old rubber hose, align rubber hose at
that position.
• Discard old clamps; replace with new ones.
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DescriptionINFOID:0000000005929730
• CONSULT-III is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the vehicle side, it will communicate with the contro l unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various kinds
of diagnostic tests.
• Refer to CONSULT-III Operator's Manual for more information.
Function and System ApplicationINFOID:0000000005929731
x: Applicable.
*1: If equipped.
*2: With automatic transmission (A/T).
*3: With continuously variable transmission (CVT). Diagnostic test mode
Function
ENGINE
ABS*
1
AIR BAG EPS
IPDM E/R BCM
METER/M&A
INTELLIGENT KEY*
1
TRANSMISSION*
2
TRANSMISSION*
3
Work Support This mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and
more accurately by following indications on CONSULT-III. xx - - - x - - xx
Self Diagnostic Result Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly. x x x x x x x x x x
Data Monitor Input/Output data in the ECU can be read. x x x x x x x x x x
CAN Diagnostic Support
Monitor The communication condition of CAN communication line can be
read.
xx - xxxxxxx
Active Test Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-III drives actuators apart
from ECU shifting some parameters in a specified range. xx - - xx - x - -
Function Test This mode can show results of self-diagnosis of ECU with either
"OK" or "NG". For engines, more practical tests regarding sensors/
switches and/or actuators are available. xxx - - - - - xx
DTC & SRT Confirmation The results of SRT (System Readiness Test) and the self-diagno-
sis status/result can be confirmed. x---------
Ecu Identification ECM/ECU part number can be read. x x x x - x - x x x
Configuration Sets control module parameters to match vehicle options. - - - - - x - - - -
Special Function Other results or histories, etc that are recorded in ECU are dis-
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ARRANGEMENT
1. Vehicle identification number (chas-
sis number) 2. Air conditioner specification label (if
equipped) 3. F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label
4. Tire placard label 5. Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Plate 6. Emission control information label
AWAIA0046GB
VIN Position (Left
to Right) Character
Qualifier Definition
1 3N1Country code and vehicle
manufacturer
3N1: Mexico
2
3
4 B Engine B: MR18DE
C: HR16DE
5 C Vehicle type C1: NISSAN Versa
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7 A Body type A: 4-door sedan
C: 4-door hatchback
8 P Restraint system P: Driver and front passenger SRS air bag, SRS side air
bags, SRS side curtain air bags and 3 point manual seat belts
9 * Check digit 0 to 9 or X
10 B Model year B: 2011 Model year
11 L Manufacturing Plant L: Aguascalientes, Mexico
12
XXXXXX Vehicle serial number Chassis number
13
14
15
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SAE J1930 Terminology ListINFOID:0000000005929743
All emission related terms used in this publication in accordance with SAE J1930 are listed. Accordingly, new
terms, new acronyms/abbreviations and old terms are listed in the following chart.
NEW TERM NEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATION OLD TERM
Air cleaner ACL Air cleaner
Barometric pressure BARO ***
Barometric pressure sensor-BCDD BAROS-BCDD BCDD
Camshaft position CMP***
Camshaft position sensor CMPSCrank angle sensor
Canister ***Canister
Carburetor CARB Carburetor
Charge air cooler CACIntercooler
Closed loop CLClosed loop
Closed throttle position switch CTP switchIdle switch
Clutch pedal position switch CPP switchClutch switch
Continuous fuel injection system CFI system ***
Continuous trap oxidizer system CTOX system***
Crankshaft position CKP ***
Crankshaft position sensor CKPS ***
Data link connector DLC***
Data link connector fo r CONSULT-III DLC for CONSULT-III Diagnostic connector for CONSULT-III
Diagnostic test mode DTMDiagnostic mode
Diagnostic test mode selector DTM selectorDiagnostic mode selector
Diagnostic test mode I DTM IMode I
Diagnostic test mode II DTM IIMode II
Diagnostic trouble code DTCMalfunction code
Direct fuel injection system DFI system ***
Distributor ignition system DI system Ignition timing control
Early fuel evaporation-mixture heater EFE-mixture heater Mixture heater
Early fuel evaporation system EFE systemMixture heater control
Electrically erasable programmable read
only memory EEPROM
***
Electronic ignition system EI systemIgnition timing control
Engine control EC ***
Engine control module ECMECCS control unit
Engine coolant temperature ECTEngine temperature
Engine coolant temperature sensor ECTS Engine temperature sensor
Engine modification EM ***
Engine speed RPMEngine speed
Erasable programmable read only memory EPROM ***
Evaporative emission canister EVAP canisterCanister
Evaporative emission system EVAP systemCanister control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation valve EGR valve EGR valve
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Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT
valveEGRC-BPT valve
BPT valve
Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid
valve EGRC-solenoid valve
EGR control solenoid valve
Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sen-
sor EGRT sensorExhaust gas temperature sensor
EGR temperature sensor
Flash electrically erasable programmable
read only memory FEEPROM
***
Flash erasable programmable read only
memory FEPROM
***
Flexible fuel sensor FFS ***
Flexible fuel system FF system ***
Fuel pressure regulato r*** Pressure regulator
Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid
valve ***
PRVR control solenoid valve
Fuel trim FT ***
Heated Oxygen sensor HO2S Exhaust gas sensor
Idle air control system IAC system Idle speed control
Idle air control valve- air regulator IACV-air regulator Air regulator
Idle air control valve- auxiliary air control
valve IACV-AAC valve
Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve
Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve IACV-FICD solenoid valve FICD solenoid valve
Idle air control valve-idle up control sole-
noid valve IACV-idle up control solenoid valve Idle up control solenoid valve
Idle speed control-FI pot ISC-FI potFI pot
Idle speed control system ISC system ***
Ignition control IC***
Ignition control module ICM***
Indirect fuel injection system IFI system ***
Intake air IA Air
Intake air temperature sensor IAT sensor Air temperature sensor
Knock *** Detonation
Knock sensor KS Detonation sensor
Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valveAir-fuel ratio control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection System MFI system Fuel injection control
NEW TERM
NEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATION OLD TERM
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Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000005929457
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR 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 w hether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS 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 SRS 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 Wheel 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 power 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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Component Parts and Har ness Connector LocationINFOID:0000000005929497
System DescriptionINFOID:0000000005929498
The rear window defogger system is controlled by BCM (body control module) and IPDM E/R (intelligent
power distribution module engine room).
The rear window defogger only operates for approximately 15 minutes.
1. BCM M18, M20 (view with glove box
removed) 2. Front air control M33 3. A. Rear window defogger ground
connector D413 (Hatchback)
B. Rear window defogger connector
D412 (Hatchback)
C. Condenser-1 D409, D411 (Hatch-
back)
4. A. Rear window defogger connector B140 (Sedan)
B. Rear window defogger ground
connector B141 (Sedan)
C. Condenser-1 B130, B131 (Se-
dan) 5. IPDM E/R E46, E48
6. Door mirror LH D4, RH D107 (with
heated mirrors)
7. Heated mirror relay M48 (with heat- ed mirrors)
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