Nissan Altima 2007-2012 Service Manual: Malfunction indicator lamp
Description
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is located on the combination meter.
The MIL will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON without the engine running. This is a bulb check.
When the engine is started, the MIL should go off. If the MIL remains on, the on board diagnostic system has detected an engine system malfunction.
For details, refer to EC-475, "Diagnosis Procedure".
Component Function Check
1.CHECK MIL FUNCTION
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Make sure that MIL lights up.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Go to EC-475, "Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK DTC
Check that DTC UXXXX is not displayed.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Perform trouble diagnosis for DTC UXXXX.
2.CHECK DTC WITH METER
Refer to MWI-38, "CONSULT-III Function (METER/M&A)".
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Repair or replace.
3.CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to GI-42, "Intermittent Incident".
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> Replace combination meter.
NO >> Repair or replace.
Ignition signal
Description
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 induc ...
On board refueling vapor recovery
(ORVR)
Description
From the beginning of refueling, the air and vapor inside the fuel tank go
through refueling EVAP vapor cut
valve and EVAP/ORVR line to the EVAP canister. The vapor is absorbed by th ...
Other materials:
IPDM-E branch line circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1.CHECK CONNECTOR
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
3. Check the terminals and connectors of the IPDM E/R for damage, bend and loose
connection (unit side
and connector side).
Is the in ...
Door switch
Description
Detects door open/close condition and transmits the signal to BCM.
Component Function Check
1. CHECK DOOR SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL
Check (“DOOR SW-DR” and “DOOR SW-AS”) in “DATA MONITOR” mode with
CONSULT-III. Refer to BCS-
34, "RETAINED PWR : CONSULT-III Function (BC ...
Connecting Procedure
NOTE:
The connecting procedure must be performed
when the vehicle is stationary. If the
vehicle starts moving during the procedure,
the procedure will be cancelled.
1. Press the [ ] button on the
control
panel.
2. Select the “Settings” key.
3. Select the “Phone & Bluetooth” ...