Idle Air Volume Learning: Pre-Conditioning

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Maxima and 2002 Infiniti I35. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before proceeding, ensure the following conditions are met:

Battery voltage: more than 12.9 volts at idle.
Engine coolant temperature: 158-210°F (70-99°C).
Transmission: Park or Neutral.
A/C, headlights, rear window defogger: off.
Headlight switch: 1st position (only on vehicles with daytime running lights).
Steering wheel: straight-ahead position.
Vehicle speed: stopped.
Transmission: warmed up. If using CONSULT-II on A/T-equipped vehicle, confirm FLUID TEMP SE in DATA MONITOR mode of A/T system indicates less than .9 volt. Or, drive vehicle for 10 minutes to warm up transmission.