Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Electrical load signal
Description
The electrical load signal (Headlamp switch signal, rear window defogger switch signal, etc.) is transferred through the CAN communication line.
Component Function Check
1.CHECK REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH FUNCTION
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Connect CONSULT-III and select “DATA MONITOR” mode.
3. Select “LOAD SIGNAL” and check indication under the following conditions.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Go to EC-954, "Diagnosis Procedure".
2.CHECK LIGHTING SWITCH FUNCTION
Check “LOAD SIGNAL” indication under the following conditions.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Go to EC-954, "Diagnosis Procedure".
3.CHECK HEATER FAN CONTROL SWITCH FUNCTION
Select “HEATER FAN SW” and check indication under the following conditions.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Go to EC-954, "Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis Procedure
1.INSPECTION START
Confirm the malfunctioning circuit (rear window defogger, headlamp or heater fan). Refer to EC-954, "Component Function Check".
Which circuit is related to the incident? Rear window defogger>>GO TO 2.
Headlamp>>GO TO 3.
Heater fan>>GO TO 4.
2.CHECK REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SYSTEM
Refer to DEF-6, "System Diagram".
>> INSPECTION END
3.CHECK HEADLAMP SYSTEM
Refer to EXL-7, "System Diagram" (XENON TYPE) or EXL-9, "System Diagram" (HALOGEN TYPE).
>> INSPECTION END
4.CHECK HEATER FAN CONTROL SYSTEM
Refer to HAC-42, "Diagnosis Procedure" (automatic air conditioner) or HAC-127, "Diagnosis Procedure" (manual air conditioner).
>> INSPECTION END
Cooling fan
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Auto operation does not operate
but manual operates normally
(driver side)
Diagnosis Procedure
1. PERFORM INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
Perform initialization procedure.
Refer to PWC-21, "POWER WINDOW MAIN SWITCH : Special Repair Requirement".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 2
NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
2. CH ...
Towing a trailer
Do not tow a trailer with your vehicle.
FLAT TOWING
Towing your vehicle with all four wheels on the
ground is sometimes called flat towing. This
method is sometimes used when towing a vehicle
behind a recreational vehicle, such as a motor
home.
CAUTION
● Failure to follow these guideli ...
AV 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 AV control unit for damage, bend
and loose connection (unit
side and connector side).
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