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combination meter. The indicator blinks when the ignition switch is
in ªOFFº or ªACCº position. Therefore, NATS warns outsiders that
the vehicle is equipped with the anti-theft system.
+When NATS detects trouble, the security indicator lamp lights
up while ignition switch is in ªONº position.
This lighting up indicates that the anti-theft is not functioning,
so prompt service is required.
+When servicing NATS (trouble diagnoses, system initialization
and additional registration of other NATS ignition key IDs),
CONSULT-II hardware and CONSULT-II NATS software is
necessary.
Regarding the procedures of NATS initialization and NATS
ignition key ID registration, refer to CONSULT-II operation
manual, NATS.
Therefore, CONSULT-II NATS software (program card and
operation manual) must be kept strictly confidential to main-
tain the integrity of the anti-theft function.
+When servicing NATS (trouble diagnoses, system initialization
and additional registration of other NATS ignition key IDs), it
may be necessary to re-register original key identification.
Therefore, be sure to receive all keys from vehicle owner. A
maximum of five key IDs can be registered into NATS.
+When failing to start the engine first time using the key of
NATS, start as follows.
a) Leave the ignition key in ªONº position for approximately 5
seconds.
b) Turn ignition key to ªOFFº or ªLOCKº position and wait approxi-
mately 5 seconds.
c) Repeat step 1 and 2 again.
d) Restart the engine while keeping the key separate from any
others on key-chain.
SGI285
GENERAL PRECAUTIONSNJGI0001S03+Do not operate the engine for an extended period of time
without proper exhaust ventilation.
Keep the work area well ventilated and free of any inflammable
materials. Special care should be taken when handling any
inflammable or poisonous materials, such as gasoline, refrig-
erant gas, etc. When working in a pit or other enclosed area,
be sure to properly ventilate the area before working with haz-
ardous materials.
Do not smoke while working on the vehicle.
SGI231
+Before jacking up the vehicle, apply wheel chocks or other tire
blocks to the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. After
jacking up the vehicle, support the vehicle weight with safety
stands at the points designated for proper lifting before work-
ing on the vehicle.
These operations should be done on a level surface.
+When removing a heavy component such as the engine or
transaxle, be careful not to lose your balance and drop them.
Also, do not allow them to strike adjacent parts, especially the
brake tubes and master cylinder.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions (Cont'd)
GI-4

Description=NJGI0003S02
Number Item Description
1 Power condition+This shows the condition when the system receives battery positive voltage (can be
operated).
2 Fusible link+The double line shows that this is a fusible link.
+The open circle shows current flow in, and the shaded circle shows current flow out.
3Fusible link/fuse loca-
tion+This shows the location of the fusible link or fuse in the fusible link or fuse box. For
arrangement, refer to EL-11, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº.
4 Fuse+The single line shows that this is a fuse.
+The open circle shows current flow in, and the shaded circle shows current flow out.
5 Current rating+This shows the current rating of the fusible link or fuse.
6 Connectors+This shows that connector E3 is female and connector M1 is male.
+The G/R wire is located in the 1A terminal of both connectors.
+Terminal number with an alphabet (1A, 5B, etc.) indicates that the connector is SMJ con-
nector. Refer to GI-19.
7 Optional splice+The open circle shows that the splice is optional depending on vehicle application.
8 Splice+The shaded circle shows that the splice is always on the vehicle.
9 Page crossing+This arrow shows that the circuit continues to an adjacent page.
+The A will match with the A on the preceding or next page.
10 Common connector+The dotted lines between terminals show that these terminals are part of the same con-
nector.
11 Option abbreviation+This shows that the circuit is optional depending on vehicle application.
12 Relay+This shows an internal representation of the relay. For details, refer to EL-8, ªSTAN-
DARDIZED RELAYº.
13 Connectors+This shows that the connector is connected to the body or a terminal with bolt or nut.
14 Wire color+This shows a code for the color of the wire.
B = Black
W = White
R = Red
G = Green
L = Blue
Y = Yellow
LG = Light GreenBR = Brown
OR = Orange
P = Pink
PU = Purple
GY = Gray
SB = Sky Blue
CH = Dark Brown
DG = Dark Green
When the wire color is striped, the base color is given first, followed by the stripe color as
shown below:
Example: L/W = Blue with White Stripe
15 Option description+This shows a description of the option abbreviation used on the page.
16 Switch+This shows that continuity exists between terminals 1 and 2 when the switch is in the A
position. Continuity exists between terminals 1 and 3 when the switch is in the B posi-
tion.
17 Assembly parts+Connector terminal in component shows that it is a harness incorporated assembly.
18 Cell code+This identifies each page of the wiring diagram by section, system and wiring diagram
page number.
19 Current flow arrow+Arrow indicates electric current flow, especially where the direction of standard flow (ver-
tically downward or horizontally from left to right) is difficult to follow.
+A double arrow ª
º shows that current can flow in either direction depending on cir-
cuit operation.
HOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMS
Description
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Incident Simulation TestsNJGI0005S02INTRODUCTIONNJGI0005S0201Sometimes the symptom is not present when the vehicle is brought
in for service. If possible, re-create the conditions present at the
time of the incident. Doing so may help avoid a No Trouble Found
Diagnoses. The following section illustrates ways to simulate the
conditions/environment under which the owner experiences an
electrical incident.
The section is broken into the six following topics:
+Vehicle vibration
+Heat sensitive
+Freezing
+Water intrusion
+Electrical load
+Cold or hot start up
Get a thorough description of the incident from the customer. It is
important for simulating the conditions of the problem.
VEHICLE VIBRATIONNJGI0005S0202The problem may occur or become worse while driving on a rough
road or when engine is vibrating (idle with A/C on). In such a case,
you will want to check for a vibration related condition. Refer to the
illustration below.
Connectors & Harness
Determine which connectors and wiring harness would affect the
electrical system you are inspecting.Gentlyshake each connec-
tor and harness while monitoring the system for the incident you
are trying to duplicate. This test may indicate a loose or poor elec-
trical connection.
Hint
Connectors can be exposed to moisture. It is possible to get a thin
film of corrosion on the connector terminals. A visual inspection
may not reveal this without disconnecting the connector. If the
problem occurs intermittently, perhaps the problem is caused by
corrosion. It is a good idea to disconnect, inspect and clean the
terminals on related connectors in the system.
Sensors & Relays
Gentlyapply a slight vibration to sensors and relays in the system
you are inspecting.
This test may indicate a loose or poorly mounted sensor or relay.
SGI839
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSES FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Incident Simulation Tests
GI-22

strand will have a high resistance to the current. This will be picked
up as a slight voltage drop.
Unwanted resistance can be caused by many situations as follows:
+Undersized wiring (single strand example)
+Corrosion on switch contacts
+Loose wire connections or splices.
If repairs are needed always use wire that is of the same or larger
gauge.
Measuring Voltage Drop Ð Accumulated Method
1) Connect the voltmeter across the connector or part of the cir-
cuit you want to check. The positive lead of the voltmeter
should be closer to power and the negative lead closer to
ground.
2) Operate the circuit.
3) The voltmeter will indicate how many volts are being used to
ªpushº current through that part of the circuit.
Note in the illustration that there is an excessive 4.1 volt drop
between the battery and the bulb.
SGI974
Measuring Voltage Drop Ð Step by Step
The step by step method is most useful for isolating excessive
drops in low voltage systems (such as those in ªComputer Con-
trolled Systemsº).
Circuits in the ªComputer Controlled Systemº operate on very low
amperage.
The (Computer Controlled) system operations can be adversely
affected by any variation in resistance in the system. Such resis-
tance variation may be caused by poor connection, improper
installation, improper wire gauge or corrosion.
The step by step voltage drop test can identify a component or wire
with too much resistance.
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSES FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Circuit Inspection (Cont'd)
GI-28

SGI854
CONTROL UNIT CIRCUIT TESTNJGI0005S0306System Description: When the switch is ON, the control unit lights
up the lamp.
MGI034A
Input-output voltage chart
Pin No. Item ConditionVoltage
value VIn case of high resistance such as single strand V *
1 Switch Switch ON Battery voltage Lower than battery voltage Approx. 8 (Example)
Switch OFF Approx. 0 Approx. 0
2 Lamp Switch ON Battery voltage Approx. 0 (Inoperative lamp)
Switch OFF Approx. 0 Approx. 0
The voltage value is based on the body ground.
* : If high resistance exists in the switch side circuit (caused by a single strand), terminal 1 does not detect battery voltage. Control unit
does not detect the switch is ON even if the switch does not turn ON. Therefore, the control unit does not supply power to light up the
lamp.
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSES FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Circuit Inspection (Cont'd)
GI-29

MGI035A
Input-output voltage chart
Pin No. Item ConditionVoltage
value VIn case of high resistance such as single strand V *
1 Lamp Switch ON Approx. 0 Battery voltage (Inoperative lamp)
Switch OFF Battery voltage Battery voltage
2 Switch Switch ON Approx. 0 Higher than 0 Approx. 4 (Example)
Switch OFF Approx. 5 Approx. 5
The voltage value is based on the body ground.
* : If high resistance exists in the switch side circuit (caused by a single strand), terminal 2 does not detect approx. 0V. Control unit
does not detect the switch is ON even if the switch turns ON. Therefore, the control unit does not control ground to light up the lamp.
HOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSES FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Circuit Inspection (Cont'd)
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NEW TERMNEW ACRONYM /
ABBREVIATIONOLD TERM
Malfunction indicator lamp MIL Check engine light
Manifold absolute pressure MAP ***
Manifold absolute pressure sensor MAPS ***
Manifold differential pressure MDP ***
Manifold differential pressure sensor MDPS ***
Manifold surface temperature MST ***
Manifold surface temperature sensor MSTS ***
Manifold vacuum zone MVZ ***
Manifold vacuum zone sensor MVZS ***
Mass air flow sensor MAFS Air flow meter
Mixture control solenoid valve MC solenoid valve Air-fuel ratio control solenoid valve
Multiport fuel injection system MFI system Fuel injection control
Nonvolatile random access memory NVRAM ***
On board diagnostic system OBD system Self-diagnoses
Open loop OL Open loop
Oxidation catalyst OC Catalyst
Oxidation catalytic converter system OC system ***
Oxygen sensor O2S Exhaust gas sensor
Park position switch *** Park switch
Park/neutral position switch PNP switch Park/neutral switch
Inhibitor switch
Neutral position switch
Periodic trap oxidizer system PTOX system ***
Positive crankcase ventilation PCV Positive crankcase ventilation
Positive crankcase ventilation valve PCV valve PCV valve
Powertrain control module PCM ***
Programmable read only memory PROM ***
Pulsed secondary air injection control
solenoid valvePAIRC solenoid valve AIV control solenoid valve
Pulsed secondary air injection system PAIR system Air induction valve (AIV) control
Pulsed secondary air injection valve PAIR valve Air induction valve
Random access memory RAM ***
Read only memory ROM ***
Scan tool ST ***
Secondary air injection pump AIR pump ***
Secondary air injection system AIR system ***
Sequential multiport fuel injection system SFI system Sequential fuel injection
Service reminder indicator SRI ***
ISO 15031-2 TERMINOLOGY LIST
ISO 15031-2 Terminology List (Cont'd)
GI-52

HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and
Equipment
=NJHA0120Never mix HFC-134a refrigerant and/or its specified lubricant with CFC-12 (R-12) refrigerant and/or its lubri-
cant.
Separate and non-interchangeable service equipment must be used for handling each type of refrigerant/
lubricant.
Refrigerant container fittings, service hose fittings and service equipment fittings (equipment which handles
refrigerant and/or lubricant) are different between CFC-12 (R-12) and HFC-134a (R-134a). This is to avoid
mixed use of the refrigerants/lubricant.
Adapters that convert one size fitting to another must never be used: refrigerant/lubricant contamination will
occur and compressor failure will result.
Tool number
Tool nameDescription
HFC-134a (R-134a)
refrigerant
NT196
Container color: Light blue
Container marking: HFC-134a (R-134a)
Fitting size: Thread size
+Large container 1/2²-16 ACME
KLH00-PAGR0
Nissan A/C System Oil
Type R
KLH00-PAGS0
Nissan A/C System Oil
Type S
NT197
Type: Poly alkylene glycol oil (PAG), type R
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a) vane rotary com-
pressors (Nissan only)
Type S
Application: HFC-134a (R-134a) swash plate com-
pressors (Nissan only)
Lubricity: 40 m!(1.4 Imp fl oz)
Recovery/Recycling
Recharging equipment
(ACR4)
NT195
Function: Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling and
Recharging
Electrical leak detector
NT198
Power supply:
+DC 12V (Cigarette lighter)
Manifold gauge set (with
hoses and couplers)
NT199
Identification:
+The gauge face indicates R-134a.
Fitting size: Thread size
+1/2²-16 ACME
PREPARATION
HFC-134a (R-134a) Service Tools and Equipment
HA-11

Control OperationNJHA0123
RHA747H
FAN CONTROL SWITCHNJHA0123S01This switch turns the fan ON and OFF, and controls fan speed.
MODE CONTROL KNOBNJHA0123S02This knob controls the outlet air flow.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOBNJHA0123S03This knob allows you to adjust the temperature of the discharge air.
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCHNJHA0123S07When illumination is ON, rear window is defogged.
AIR CONDITIONER (A/C) SWITCHNJHA0123S05The air conditioner switch controls the A/C system. When the switch is depressed with the fan ON, the com-
pressor will turn ON. The indicator lamp will also light.
The air conditioner cooling function operates only when the engine is running.
RECIRCULATION (REC) SWITCHNJHA0123S08Recirculation (REC) position: Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. (The indicator lamp will light.)
Fresh (FRE) position: Outlet air is drawn into the passenger compartment. (The indicator lamp will not light.)
DESCRIPTION
Control Operation
HA-19

High-pressure Side is Too Low and Low-pressure Side is Too High.NJHA0151S03
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
High-pressure side is too low and
low-pressure side is too high.
AC356A
High and low-pressure sides
become equal soon after
compressor operation stops.Compressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
¯
Damaged inside compressor
packingsReplace compressor.
No temperature difference
between high and low-pres-
sure sidesCompressor pressure opera-
tion is improper.
¯
Damaged inside compressor
packings.Replace compressor.
Both High- and Low-pressure Sides are Too Low.NJHA0151S04
Gauge indication Refrigerant cycle Probable cause Corrective action
Both high- and low-pressure sides
are too low.
AC353A
+There is a big temperature
difference between
receiver drier outlet and
inlet. Outlet temperature is
extremely low.
+Liquid tank inlet and
expansion valve are
frosted.Liquid tank inside is slightly
clogged.+Replace liquid tank.
+Check lubricant for con-
tamination.
+Temperature of expansion
valve inlet is extremely
low as compared with
areas near liquid tank.
+Expansion valve inlet may
be frosted.
+Temperature difference
occurs somewhere in
high- pressure sideHigh-pressure pipe located
between receiver drier and
expansion valve is clogged.+Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
+Check lubricant for con-
tamination.
+Expansion valve and liquid
tank are warm or only cool
when touched.Low refrigerant charge
¯
Leaking fittings or compo-
nentsCheck refrigerant for leaks.
Refer to ªChecking Refriger-
ant Leaksº, HA-93.
There is a big temperature
difference between expan-
sion valve inlet and outlet
while the valve itself is
frosted.Expansion valve closes a
little compared with the
specification.
¯
1. Improper expansion valve
adjustment
2. Malfunctioning thermal
valve
3. Outlet and inlet may be
clogged.+Remove foreign particles
by using compressed air.
+Check lubricant for con-
tamination.
An area of the low-pressure
pipe is colder than areas
near the evaporator outlet.Low-pressure pipe is clogged
or crushed.+Check and repair malfunc-
tioning parts.
+Check lubricant for con-
tamination.
Air flow volume is not
enough or is too low.Evaporator is frozen.+Check thermo control
amp. operation.
+Replace compressor.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Insufficient Cooling (Cont'd)
HA-74