Component Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Titan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn ignition switch "OFF".
Disconnect 4WD shift switch harness connector.

Operate 4WD shift switch and check continuity between 4WD shift switch terminals.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between 4WD Shift Switch Terminals

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

CONTINUITY BETWEEN 4WD SHIFT SWITCH TERMINALS REFERENCE

Terminal	Condition	Continuity
1 - 3	4WD shift switch: 2WD	Yes
1 - 3	4WD shift switch: 4H and 4LO	No
1 - 5	4WD shift switch: 4H	Yes
1 - 5	4WD shift switch: 2WD and 4LO	No
1 - 6	4WD shift switch: 4LO	Yes
1 - 6	4WD shift switch: 2WD and 4H	No

If NG, replace the 4WD shift switch.