Diagnosis Procedure

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CHECK DTC WITH TCM
Check "Self diagnostic result" with CONSULT-III. Refer to "DTC INDEX ".

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO 2.

NO: Repair or replace malfunctioning parts.

CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect TCM harness connector and BCM harness connector.

Check continuity between TCM harness connector and BCM harness connector.

CONTINUITY REFERENCE CHART

TCM		BCM		Continuity
Connector	Terminal	Connector	Terminal	Continuity
A: F16	20	B: M18	48	Yes

Check continuity between TCM harness connector and ground.

CONTINUITY REFERENCE CHART

TCM		Ground	Continuity
Connector	Terminal	Ground	Continuity
A: F16	20	Ground	No

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between TCM Harness Connector And Ground

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO 3.

NO: Repair harness or connector.

CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Refer to "INTERMITTENT INCIDENT ".

Inspection End.