Diagnostic Trouble Codes Confirmation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.

WITH CONSULT-II

Turn ignition switch ON and wait at least 2 seconds.
Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-II.

Fig 1: CONSULT-II Display - DATA MONITOR Screen
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Start engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
Turn ignition switch ON and wait at least 2 seconds.
Start engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
Maintain engine speed at about 2, 000 rpm for at least 10 seconds.
Turn ignition switch OFF, wait at least 10 seconds and then turn ON.
If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE "

If 1st trip DTC is not detected, go to next step.
Perform step 5 through 8 three times.

WITH GST

Follow the procedure "WITH CONSULT-II" above.