Nissan Sentra Owners Manual: Engine block heater (if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when the outside temperature is 20°F (-7°C) or lower.
WARNING
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To use the engine block heater:
- Turn the engine off.
- Open the hood and unwrap the engine block heater cord.
- Plug the engine block heater cord into a grounded 3 wire, 3 pronged extension cord.
- Plug the extension cord into a Ground Fault Interrupt (GFI) protected, grounded 110- volt AC (VAC) outlet.
- The engine block heater must be plugged in for at least 2 - 4 hours, depending on outside temperatures, to properly warm the engine coolant. Use an appropriate timer to turn the engine block heater on.
- Before starting the engine, unplug and properly store the cord to keep it away from moving parts.
Driving on snow or ice
WARNING
Wet ice (32°F, 0°C and freezing rain),
very cold snow or ice can be slick and
very hard to drive on. The vehicle will
have much less traction or “grip” under
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Idle air volume learning
Description
Idle Air Volume Learning is a function of ECM to learn the idle air volume
that keeps each engine idle speed
within the specific range. It must be performed under any of the following
conditions:
Each time electric throttle control actuator or ECM is replaced.
Idle speed or i ...
Rapid air pressure loss
Rapid air pressure loss or a “blow-out” can occur
if the tire is punctured or is damaged due to
hitting a curb or pothole. Rapid air pressure loss
can also be caused by driving on under-inflated
tires.
Rapid air pressure loss can affect the handling
and stability of the vehicle, especially ...
Symptom diagnosis
HEATER AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
CONTROL SYMPTOMS
Diagnosis Chart By Symptom
Note:
Perform the self-diagnoses with consult before performing the symptom
diagnosis. If dtc is detected, perform
the corresponding diagnosis.
INSUFFICIENT COOLING
Description
Symptom
Insufficient ...
