Checking RECIRCULATION

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Press recirculation switch one time. Recirculation indicator should illuminate.
Press recirculation switch one more time. Recirculation indicator should go off.
Listen for intake door position change (blower sound should change slightly).

If NG, go to trouble diagnosis procedure for "INTAKE DOOR MOTOR CIRCUIT ".

If OK, continue with next check.

Fig 1: Pressing Recirculation Switch

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

NOTE: Confirm that the compressor clutch is engaged (sound or visual inspection) and intake door position is at fresh when the DEF or D/F is selected.