Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Basic inspection
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
Work Flow
DETAILED FLOW
1.LISTEN TO CUSTOMER COMPLAINT
Listen to customer complaint. Get detailed information about the conditions and environment when the symptom occurs.
>> GO TO 2.
2.VERIFY THE SYMPTOM WITH OPERATIONAL CHECK
Verify the symptom with operational check. Refer to HAC-157, "Work Procedure".
>> GO TO 3.
3.GO TO APPROPRIATE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Go to appropriate trouble diagnosis. Refer to HAC-181, "Symptom Table".
>> GO TO 4.
4.REPAIR OR REPLACE
Repair or replace the specific parts.
>> GO TO 5.
5.FINAL CHECK
Final check.
Is the inspection result normal? YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> GO TO 3.
OPERATION INSPECTION
Work Procedure
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of the operational check is to check that the individual system operates normally.
Check condition : Engine running at normal operating temperature.
Check condition : Blower control dial in OFF position.
Check condition : REC off (LED extinguished).
Check condition : VENT selected (LED illuminated).
Check condition : DEF off (LED extinguished).
OPERATION INSPECTION
1.CHECK BLOWER
- Rotate the blower control dial clockwise one detent. Blower should operate on low speed.
- Rotate the blower control dial one detent at a time, and continue checking blower speed until all speeds are checked.
- Leave blower on maximum speed.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Refer to HAC-174, "Diagnosis Procedure".
2.CHECK A/C SWITCH LED
- Press A/C switch.
- A/C switch indicator should turn ON.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Refer to HAC-168, "Diagnosis Procedure".
3.CHECK A/C SWITCH
Confirm that the compressor clutch engages (sound or visual inspection).
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Refer to HAC-178, "Diagnosis Procedure".
4.CHECK FRONT AIR CONTROL MODE LEDS
- Press D/F (
), FOOT (
), B/L
, and VENT
, MAX A/C, and DEF (
). - Each button indicator should illuminate.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >> Refer to HAC-160, "A/C SWITCH ASSEMBLY : Diagnosis Procedure".
5.CHECK DISCHARGE AIR
- Press D/F (
), FOOT (
), B/L
, and VENT
and DEF (
). - Confirm that discharge air comes out according to the air distribution table. Refer to HAC-123, "Door Control".
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Refer to HAC-181, "Symptom Table".
6.CHECK REC LED
- Press DEF (
) and make sure
LED is off. - Make sure VENT (
) or B/L (
) is selected. - Press REC (
) switch one
time. REC indicator should illuminate. - Press REC (
) switch one
more time. REC indicator should go off.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Refer to HAC-160, "A/C SWITCH ASSEMBLY : Diagnosis Procedure".
7.CHECK INTAKE DOOR OPERATION
- Press REC (
) switch one
time. REC indicator should illuminate. - Listen to the sound of the air coming out of the vent.
- Press REC (
) switch one
more time. REC indicator should go off. - There should be an audible change to the sound of the air flowing out of the vent.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >> Refer to HAC-165, "Diagnosis Procedure".
8.CHECK TEMPERATURE DECREASE
- Press A/C switch.
- Rotate temperature control dial counterclockwise until maximum cold.
- Check for cold air at selected discharge air outlets.
Is the test result normal? YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> Refer to HAC-182, "Component Function Check".
9.CHECK TEMPERATURE INCREASE
- Rotate temperature control dial clockwise until maximum hot.
- Check for hot air at appropriate discharge air outlets.
Is the test result normal? YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Refer to HAC-184, "Component Function Check".
Wiring diagram
Manual air conditioning system
Wiring Diagram
Manual heater system
Wiring Diagram
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DTC/circuit diagnosis
POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
A/C AUTO AMP.
A/C AUTO AMP. : Diagnosis Procedure
Regarding Wiring Diagram information, refer to HAC-145, "Wiring Diagram" or
HAC-152, "Wiring Diagr ...
Other materials:
NISSAN Intelligent Key® battery discharge
If the battery of the NISSAN Intelligent Key® is
discharged, or environmental conditions interfere
with the Intelligent Key operation, start the engine
according to the following procedure:
Place the shift lever in the P (Park) position.
Firmly apply the foot brake.
Touch the ignitio ...
Does not stop fully-open or fullyclosed
position
Diagnosis procedure
1. Perform initialization procedure
Perform initialization procedure.
Refer to RF-18, "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL UNIT : Special Repair
Requirement".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Inspection End.
NO >> Perform basic ins ...
Preparation
Special Service Tools
NOTE:
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special
service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service Tools
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