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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:

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.

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”.

STEP 3

Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:
  • Power Supply Routing
  • System Operation Descriptions
  • Applicable Service Manual Sections
  • Check for any Service Bulletins

Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments.

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.

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.
Service information for electrical incident
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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 ...

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