Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign 2009 Gt-R ECM Reprogram (NTB08-093)

Publication date: 2008-10-11
Reference number: NTB08-093

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN 2009 GT-R ECM REPROGRAM

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): NTB08-093, Date of Issue: October 11, 2008

NISSAN:	2009 GT-R
CAMPAIGN ID #:	R0806
APPLIED VEHICLES:	2009 GT-R (R35)

NOTE: Check Service COMM to confirm campaign eligibility.

INTRODUCTION

Nissan has determined that some 2009 model GT-R vehicles may be equipped with an improperly functioning on-board evaporative emissions diagnostic system. The evaporative emissions purge monitor ratio within the Engine Control Module (ECM) may be lower than the OBD-II regulation standard. To correct this condition, Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Recall Campaign to reprogram the ECM at no charge for parts or labor.

IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

Nissan has assigned identification number R0806 to this campaign. This number must appear on all communications and documentation of any nature dealing with this campaign.

DEALER RESPONSIBILITY

It is the dealer's responsibility to check Service Comm for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary recall which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in a dealer's inventory. Nissan strongly encourages dealers to correct any new or used vehicles in their inventory before they are retailed.

IMPORTANT

Attention California Dealers: California law prohibits owners from renewing their California registration if emissions related recall work has not been performed . California dealers are now required to issue a proof of correction certificate to vehicle owners upon completion of emission related recall work. Please fill out one of the campaign completion forms for each owner that has this campaign performed. Instruct owners to keep this certificate unless they are requested to mail it to the DMV. A sample of the form is shown below.

NOTE: These forms are available from Nissan Publications (1-800-247-5321) under part number CAEMRC05 at no charge.

Fig 1: Vehicle Emission Form

SERVICE PROCEDURE

ONLY A CERTIFIED GT-R DEALER CAN PERFORM THIS PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: Before starting, make sure:

ASIST on the Toughbook® PC has been freshly synchronized (updated).
All C-III software updates (if any) have been installed.

NOTE: C-III automatically gets applicable ECM reprogramming data from ASIST on the Toughbook® PC.

C-III GT-R PCMCIA Card Adapter is installed.
C-III GT-R Diagnostic and Reprogramming Card is installed.

Fig 2: Identifying C-III GT-R Card Adapter With C-III GT-R Diagnostic And Reprogramming Card
A screen print for Warranty documentation can be done from C-III during this process while still cable-connected to the vehicle.

Use the USB cable to connect the Vehicle Interface (VI) to the Toughbook® PC and then connect the VI to the vehicle.
CAUTION: For ECM reprogramming the Toughbook® PC MUST be connected to the VI using the USB cable.
Connect the AC Adapter to the Toughbook® PC.
CAUTION: Be sure to connect the AC Adapter. If PC battery voltage drops during reprogramming the process will be interrupted.
Connect a battery charger to the vehicle battery:
- Set the battery charger at a low charge rate (trickle charge).
  CAUTION: If the 12V battery voltage drops during reprogramming the ECM may be damaged.
Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF.
- The engine must be OFF (not running) during the reporgramming procedure.
Open / start ASIST on the Toughbook® PC.
Select CONSULT Utilities, and select CONSULT-III.
Wait for the "Detecting VI/MI in progress" message to clear.
Select the detected VI from the list. (See Fig. 3.)
Select Connect

Fig 3: Consult-III Display - Detected VI List
Wait for the "Checking the firmware version" message to clear then select Nissan GT-R 2009 (see Fig. 4).
Select Select

Fig 4: Consult-III Display - Firmware Version
Select Confirm

Fig 5: Selecting Confirm
Select Diagnosis

Fig 6: Selecting Diagnosis
Wait for CAN Diagnosis to reach 51%.
When the CAN diagnosis reaches 51%, the process icons in the Process Guide Area at the top of the screen will light (become enabled).
When the icons light, click on the "DTC" icon.

Fig 7: Selecting DTC icon
If there are no ENGINE DTCs , select the "Repair" icon (see Fig 8).
- If there are any engine DTCs, diagnose, perform repairs, and erase DTCs before continuing.
- Repair of DTCs is not covered by this bulletin/campaign.
  
  Fig 8: Consult-III Display - Engine DTCs & Repair icon
Select the "Reprogram" icon.

Fig 9: Selecting Reprogram Icon

Confirm this bulletin/campaign applies to your vehicle as follows:

On your C-III screen, look at the Part Number column (see Fig 10 example):
- If this column is blank (no part number listed), this bulletin/campaign does not apply or has already been completed.

Compare the Part Number in the Part Number column to the Current Part Numbers in Table A below.

If there is a match , this bulletin/campaign applies . Continue with the reprogramming procedure.
If there is not a match , this bulletin/campaign does not apply or it has already been completed.

VEHICLE CONFIGURATION CHART

Model	Vehicle Configuration	Current Part Numbers
2009 GT-R	VR38	23710 - JF30A, JF30B

Select Next

Fig 10: Selecting Next

NOTE: If the screen in Fig. 11 appears, there is data stored in the VI. Select "Yes" to proceed with Reprogramming.

Fig 11: Consult-III Display - Caution Screen
The screen in Fig 12 is displayed during data transfer.
CAUTION:
During data transfer:
- DO NOT disturb the VI, DDL, or USB connections.
- DO NOT try to start the engine or turn the ignition OFF.
- The engine fans may turn on. This is normal.
  
  Fig 12: Consult-III Display - Reprogramming Data Transmission
When the screen in Fig. 13 appears, ECM reprogramming is complete.
Print this screen and attach it to the Repair Order for Warranty documentation.

Fig 13: Consult-III Display - Print Screen
NOTE:
If you can't print the above screen:
1. Select the Print icon.
2. Select Save.
3. Select OK.
A copy of the screen is now saved in the Toughbook® PC.

Fig 14: Selecting Print Icon

NOTE: If you saved a copy of the screen in Fig 13 and need to print it at a later date, you can find it in the following file location:

At the bottom left corner of the computer screen click on Start.

In the Administrator window select My Computer.

In the My Computer screen select Local Disc (C).

In the Local Disc (C) screen select Consult III folder.

In the Consult III screen/folder select Application Data folder.

In the Application Data screen/folder select Print Images folder.

When the file was saved it was automatically given a file name using the current date and time. Select and print the file/screen image that you want.

NOTE: During reprogramming DTCs will set in several systems. DTCs must be erased from all systems.

Erase DTCs from all systems
Click on the "Home" icon.
Wait for the "Detecting VI/MI in progress" message to clear.
Select the detected VI from the list. (See Fig. 15.)
Select Connect.

Fig 15: Consult-III Display - Detected VI List
Wait for the "Checking the firmware version" message to clear.
Select Nissan GT-R 2009 (see Fig. 16).
Select Select

Fig 16: Selecting Nissan GT-R 2009
Make sure the correct vehicle is displayed (see Fig. 17).
Select Confirm

Fig 17: Consult-III Display - Vehicle Confirmation Screen
Select Diagnosis

Fig 18: Selecting Diagnosis
Wait for System Call to complete and CAN Diagnosis to reach 51%.
When the CAN diagnosis reaches 51%, the process icons in the Process Guide Area at the top of the screen will light (become enabled).
When the icons light, click on the "Final Check" icon.

Fig 19: Consult-III Display - Can Diagnosis Screen
CAN diagnosis will run again. When it reaches 51% and the icons light, click on the "Duplication Test" icon.

Fig 20: Consult-III Display - CAN Diagnosis Screen
When the screen in Fig 21 appears, click on All Erase.
Click on Yes (see Fig 21).
Use the scroll bar to scroll down the page and make sure all DTCs are erased.
- For any DTCs that do not erase: diagnose, perform repairs, and erase DTCs.
- Refer to the Service Manual as needed.
- Repair of DTCs is not covered by this bulletin/campaign.
  
  Fig 21: Consult-III Display - Erase DTC List
Reprogramming is finished. Continue with the Procedure on the next page.
Close C-III, then turn the ignition OFF.
Make sure the throttle is released and your foot is NOT pressing the brake pedal.
Operate the ignition as shown in Fig. 22.
OFF 10 seconds > ON 2 seconds > OFF 10 seconds > ON 2 Seconds > OFF 10 seconds

Fig 22: Ignition Operation Chart
- The above ignition cycle will reset ECM self learned Data.
Start the engine and check the idle speed.
- If idle speed is too low, perform Idle Air Volume Learning (IAVL). See the appropriate Service Manual (ESM) for this procedure.
  NOTE: If the engine will not idle, hold the engine RPM at about 2000, then slowly bring it down to an idle. IAVL can now be performed.
Test drive the vehicle; make sure it is operating correctly and the Check Engine light is OFF.
- If the Check Engine light comes ON; diagnosis, repair, and erase DTCs.

CLAIMS INFORMATION

Submit a "CM" line claim using the following claims coding:

"CM" I.D.: R0806

CLAIMS INFORMATION

DESCRIPTION	OP CODE	FRT
Reprogram ECM	R08060	0.3 hrs

OWNER'S LETTER

For non-California owners

Dear Nissan Owner:

Nissan has discovered that your 2009 model year GT-R is equipped with an improperly functioning On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) System. The completion rate of the evaporative emission monitor is not currently meeting the in-use monitoring requirements.

What Nissan Will Do

To correct this condition, Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Emission Recall Campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM). This free service should take about one hour to complete, but your certified Nissan GT-R dealer may require your vehicle for a longer period of time based upon their work schedule.

What You Should Do

Contact your certified Nissan GT-R dealer at your convenience in order to arrange an appointment to have your vehicle repaired. Please bring this notice with you when you keep your service appointment. Instructions have been sent to your certified Nissan GT-R dealer.

If the retailer fails, or is unable to complete the modifications free of charge, you may contact the National Consumer Affairs Office, Nissan North America, Inc. at P.O Box 685003 Franklin, TN 37068-5003. The toll free number is 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).

Thank you for your cooperation. We are indeed sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.

For California owners

Dear Nissan Owner:

What Nissan Will Do

Vehicles will be eligible for this Voluntary Emission Recall Campaign regardless of whether non-original parts were used for service and repairs, or if service was done by a repair facility other than a certified Nissan GT-R dealer.

What You Should Do

California law requires that you have this Voluntary Emission Recall Campaign performed before you can renew the registration on your vehicle. Your dealer will provide you with a certificate showing that the Recall Campaign repairs have been completed on your vehicle. You may need to mail this certificate with your next registration renewal, so be sure to keep it.

You should also be aware that if your vehicle is not repaired it may fail a Smog Check test in those areas of California where such testing is required under state law.

In order to ensure your full protection under the emission warranty provisions, it is recommended that you have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible by your certified Nissan GT-R dealer. Failure to do so could be determined as lack of proper maintenance of your vehicle.

Instructions have been sent to your certified Nissan GT-R dealer. If you have additional questions you may contact the National Consumer Affairs Department, Nissan North America, Inc., P.O Box 685003, Franklin, TN 37068-5003. The toll free number is 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).

Thank you for your cooperation. We are indeed sorry for any inconvenience this may cause you.