Testing Condition:

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Frontier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Steps 1 and 2 may be conducted with the drive wheels lifted in the shop or by driving the vehicle. If a road test is expected to be easier, it is unnecessary to lift the vehicle.

WITH CONSULT-II

Start engine.
Read "VHCL SPEED SE" in "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-II. The vehicle speed on CONSULT-II should exceed 10 km/h (6 MPH) when rotating wheels with suitable gear position.
If NG, go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ".

If OK, go to following step.
Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-II.
Warm engine up to normal operating temperature.
Maintain the following conditions for at least 60 consecutive seconds.

Fig 1: Test Condition Reference Chart
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Fig 2: Displaying Data Monitor
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to "DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE ".