Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Work Flow
| STEP | DESCRIPTION | |
| STEP 1 | Get detailed information about the conditions and the
environment when the incident occurred.
The following are key pieces of information required to make a good analysis: |
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| WHAT | Vehicle Model, Engine, Transmission/Transaxle and the System (i.e. Radio). | |
| WHEN | Date, Time of Day, Weather Conditions, Frequency. | |
| WHERE | Road Conditions, Altitude and Traffic Situation. | |
| HOW | System Symptoms, Operating Conditions (Other Components
Interaction).
Service History and if any After Market Accessories have been installed. |
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| STEP 2 | Operate the system, road test if necessary.
Verify the parameter of the incident. If the problem cannot be duplicated, refer to “Incident Simulation Tests”. |
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| STEP 3 | Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:
Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments. |
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| STEP 4 | Inspect the system for mechanical binding, loose
connectors or wiring damage.
Determine which circuits and components are involved and diagnose using the Power Supply Routing and Harness Layouts. |
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| STEP 5 | Repair or replace the incident circuit or component. | |
| STEP 6 | Operate the system in all modes. Verify the system works properly under all conditions. Make sure you have not inadvertently created a new incident during your diagnosis or repair steps. | |
Control Units and Electrical Parts
PRECAUTIONS
Never reverse polarity of battery terminals.
Install only parts specified for a vehicle.
Before replacing the control unit, check the input and output and
functions of the compo ...
Other materials:
System description
COMPONENT PARTS
Component Part Location
ECM
IPDM E/R
BCM (view with combination meter
removed)
A/C auto amp. (view with A/C switch
assembly removed)
A/C switch assembly
A/C Compressor
Refrigerant pressure sensor (view
with front bumper fascia removed)
Fuse Block (J/ ...
Standardized relay
Description
Normal open, normal closed and mixed type relays
Relays can mainly be divided into three types: normal open, normal closed and
mixed type relays.
Type of standardized relays
...
The oil pressure warning lamp does not turn off
Description
The oil pressure warning lamp remains illuminated while the engine is running
(normal oil pressure).
Diagnosis procedure
1.Check combination meter input signal
Start the engine and select METER/M&A on CONSULT.
Observe oil w/l data monitor and the operation of the oil pres ...
