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SYMPTOM: Transmitter does not activate receiver.

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Frontier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before conducting the procedure given below, make sure that system receiver (garage door opener, etc.) operates with original, hand-held transmitter. If NG, receiver or hand-held transmitter is at fault, not vehicle related.

  1. ILLUMINATION CHECK 
    1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
    2. Does red light (LED) of transmitter illuminate when any button is pressed?

    YES or NO 

    • YES: GO TO 2.
    • NO: GO TO  3.
      Fig 1: Identifying Red Light (LED) Of Transmitter And Buttons
      G03596581Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. TRANSMITTER CHECK 

    Check transmitter with Tool.

    For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.

    OK or NG 

    • OK: Receiver or handheld transmitter malfunction, not vehicle related.
    • NG: Replace transmitter.
  3. POWER SUPPLY CHECK 
    1. Disconnect transmitter.
    2. Check voltage between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror connector R7 terminal 10 and ground.

    10 - Ground: Battery voltage 

    OK or NG 

    • OK: GO TO 4.
    • NG: Repair or replace fuse or harness.
      Fig 2: Checking Voltage Between Auto Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R7 Terminal 10 And Ground
      G03596582Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. GROUND CIRCUIT CHECK 

    Check continuity between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror connector R7 terminal 3 and body ground.

    3 - Ground: Continuity should exist. 

    OK or NG 

    • OK: Replace auto anti-dazzling inside mirror assembly.
    • NG: Repair or replace harness.
      Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between Auto Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R7 Terminal 3 And Body Ground
      G03596583Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.