A/T Models Except ULEV

CHECK EXHAUST SYSTEM
Visually check exhaust tubes and muffler for dent.

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 2.
2. NG: Repair or replace.
CHECK EXHAUST GAS LEAK
1. Start engine and run it at idle.
2. Listen for an exhaust gas leak before the three way catalyst (manifold).
  
  Fig 1: Checking Exhaust Gas Leak
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 3.
2. NG: Repair or replace.
CHECK INTAKE AIR LEAK
Listen for an intake air leak after the mass air flow sensor.

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 4.
2. NG: Repair or replace.
CHECK IGNITION TIMING
Check for ignition timing. Refer to "BASIC INSPECTION ".

Fig 2: Target Idle Speed & Ignition Timing Specifications
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 5.
2. NG: Follow the Basic Inspection.
CHECK INJECTORS
1. Refer to WIRING DIAGRAM for Injectors.
2. Stop engine and then turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between ECM terminals 22, 23, 41, 42 and ground with CONSULT-II or tester.
  Battery voltage should exist.
OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 6.
2. NG: Perform DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE , INJECTOR.
CHECK IGNITION SPARK
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect ignition coil assembly from rocker cover.
3. Connect a known-good spark plug to the ignition coil assembly.
4. Place end of spark plug against a suitable ground and crank engine.
5. Check for spark.
OK or NG
1. OK: GO TO 7.
2. NG: Check ignition coil with power transistor and their circuit.
CHECK INJECTOR
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Remove injector assembly. Refer to "FUEL INJECTOR AND FUEL TUBE ". Keep fuel hose and all injectors connected to injector gallery.
3. Disconnect ignition coil assembly harness connector.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
  Make sure fuel does not drip from injector.
OK or NG
1. OK (Does not drip): GO TO 8.
2. NG (Drips): Replace the injector(s) from which fuel is dripping.
CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
Perform "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT ".
1. Trouble is fixed: INSPECTION END
2. Trouble is not fixed: Replace three way catalyst (manifold).