Component Function Check

PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-I
WARNING: Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator.
Wrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-up pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.

Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level .

Is the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator below the proper range?

YES: Go to , "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

NO: GO TO 2.

Fig 1: Identifying Coolant Level
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-II
Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not.

Did customer fill the coolant?

YES: Go to , "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

NO: GO TO 3.
PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK-III
With CONSULT-III
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Perform "COOLING FAN" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT-III.
3. Check that cooling fan motors-1 and -2 operate at each speed (LOW/HI).
Without CONSULT-III

Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan motors operation, refer to "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION ".

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: INSPECTION END

NO: Go to , "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".