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Diagnosis Procedure

  1. CHECK GROUND CONNECTIONS
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Loosen and retighten three ground screws on the body.

      Refer to "GROUND INSPECTION ".

      Fig 1: Identifying Ground Screws On Body
      G06315486Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

      OK or NG 

      OK: GO TO 2.

      NG: Repair or replace ground connections.

  2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

    Refer to "COMPONENT INSPECTION ".

    OK or NG 

    OK: GO TO 3.

    NG: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.

  3. CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT

    Refer to "HOW TO CHECK TERMINAL " and "INTERMITTENT INCIDENT ".

    For Wiring Diagram, refer to "WIRING DIAGRAM - ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - ".

    INSPECTION END