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Nissan Sentra B18 (2020-2025) Service Manual: B Terminal Circuit. Diagnosis Procedure

Diagnosis Procedure

Diagnosis Procedure

“B” terminal circuit supplies power to charge the battery and to operate the vehicles electrical system.

  1. CHECK “B” TERMINAL CONNECTION

      1. Ignition switch OFF.

      2. Check if “B” terminal is clean and tight.

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES >>

    GO TO 2.

    NO >>

    Repair terminal “B” connection. Confirm repair by performing system test using the 165-DSS-5000P. Refer to applicable Instruction Manual for proper testing procedures.

  2. CHECK “B” TERMINAL CIRCUIT

    1. Check voltage between generator “B” terminal and ground.

      (+)

      (-)

      Voltage

      (Approx.)

      Generator

      Connector

      Terminal

      F14

      1

      Ground

      Battery voltage

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES >>

    GO TO 3.

    NO >>

    Check harness for open between generator and fusible link.

  3. CHECK “B” TERMINAL CONNECTION (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)

      1. Start engine, then engine running at idle and warm.

      2. Check voltage between battery positive terminal and generator connector “B” terminal.

        (+)

        (-)

        Voltage

        (Approx.)

        Generator

        Connector

        Terminal

        F14

        1

        Battery positive terminal

        Less than 0.2 V

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES>>

    “B” terminal circuit is normal. Refer to Work Flow (With 165-DSS-5000P) or Work Flow (Without 165-DSS-5000P).

    NO>>

    Check harness between battery and generator for continuity.

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