Nissan Altima 2007-2012 Service Manual: How to read wiring diagrams
Connector symbols
Most of connector symbols in wiring diagrams are shown from the terminal side.
• Connector symbols shown from the terminal side are enclosed by a single line and followed by the direction mark.
• Connector symbols shown from the harness side are enclosed by a double line and followed by the direction mark.
• Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use a new style slide-locking type harness connector.
For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG section, “Description”, “HARNESS CONNECTOR”.
• Male and female terminals
Connector guides for male terminals are shown in black and female terminals in white in wiring diagrams.
Sample/wiring diagram -example-
• For detail, refer to following GI-11, "Description".
Description
SWITCH POSITIONS
Switches are shown in wiring diagrams as if the vehicle is in the “normal” condition.
A vehicle is in the “normal” condition when:
• ignition switch is “OFF”, • doors, hood and trunk lid/back door are closed, • pedals are not depressed, and • parking brake is released.
MULTIPLE SWITCH
The continuity of multiple switch is described in two ways as shown below.
• The switch chart is used in schematic diagrams.
• The switch diagram is used in wiring diagrams.
How to follow trouble diagnoses
Description
NOTICE:
Trouble diagnoses indicate work procedures required to diagnose problems
effectively. Observe the following
instructions before diagnosing.
• Before performing trouble d ...
Abbreviations
Abbreviation List
The following ABBREVIATIONS are used:
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Other materials:
Differential side oil seal
Exploded View
1. CVT assembly
2. Differential side oil seal
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Remove drive shaft assembly. Refer to FAX-11, "Removal and
Installation (Left Side)" and FAX-12, "Removal and Installation
(Right Side)".
2. Remove the differential sid ...
Timing chain
Removal and Installation
1. O-rings
2. Camshaft sprocket (INT)
3. Camshaft sprocket (EXH)
4. Chain tensioner
5. Spring
6. Chain tensioner plunger
7. Timing chain slack guide
8. Timing chain
9. Front cover
10. Chain guide
11. IVT solenoid valve
12. IVT cover
13. Crankshaft pulley bolt
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Symptom diagnosis
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work Flow
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist
when the noise occurs. Use the Diagnostic
Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the
noise occurs and any
customer ...