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SERVICE BULLETIN
| Classification: | Reference: | Date: |
|---|---|---|
| EC16-026 | NTB16-086 | August 25, 2016 |
2013-2015 SENTRA; ENGINE TURNS OFF OR HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP DURING HOT AMBIENT TEMPERATURES (+100°F)
| APPLIED VEHICLE: | 2013-2015 Sentra (B17) |
|---|
IF YOU CONFIRM
The engine turns OFF or hesitates when accelerating from a stop during hot ambient temperatures (+100°F),
AND
The engine is able to be restarted.
ACTION
- For 2013 and 2014 Sentra only:
- Inspect the color of the PCV valve, and replace if the color is orange (see Figure A on page 2).
- For all Applied Vehicles, if needed, reprogram the ECM.
- Refer to step 6 in the ECM Reprogram section of the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm if reprogramming is needed.
IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Inspect / Replace PCV Valve (2013 and 2014 Sentra Only)
If PCV valve is orange, as shown in Figure A:
- Replace the PCV valve.
- If needed, refer to the Electronic Service Manual ESM, section EM-Engine Mechanical, for replacement information.
- Use the new PCV valve listed in the Parts Information.
- The new PCV valve is “black” color.
Figure A
If PCV valve is black:
- DO NOT replace – continue with the Service Procedure.
Reprogram the ECM
NOTE:
- Most instructions for reprogramming with CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) are displayed on the CONSULT PC screen.
- If you are not familiar with the reprogramming procedure, click here. This will link you to the “CONSULT- III plus (C-III plus) ECM Reprogramming” general procedure.
- Take the vehicle for a 10 minute drive in order to meet the following Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL) conditions:
- Engine coolant temperature: 70 -100°C (158 – 212°F)
- Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
- Transmission: Warmed up
- After reprogramming is complete, you will be required to perform Idle Air Volume Learn. The above condition are required for Idle Air Volume Learn to complete.
Figure B
CAUTION:
|
- Connect the CONSULT PC to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.
- Start C-III plus.
- Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.
- The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.
- Select Re/programming, Configuration.
Figure 1
- Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate the C-III plus to the screen shown in Figure 2 on the next page.
- When you get to the screen shown in Figure 2, confirm this bulletin applies as follows.
A. Find the ECM Part Number and write it on the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current ECM Part Number (P/N).
Figure 2
B. Compare the P/N you wrote down to the numbers in the Current ECM Part Number column in Table A on the next page.
- If there is a match, continue with the reprogramming procedure.
- If there is not a match, reprogramming is not needed.
Table A
| MODEL | CURRENT ECM PART NUMBER: 23710- |
|---|---|
| 2013 Sentra | 3SA0A, 3SA0B, 3SA0C, 3SA0D, 3SA0E 3SA2A, 3SA2D, 3SA2E 3SA3A
3SA4A, 3SA4D, 3SA4E 3SA5A, 3SA5D, 3SA5E 3SA6A, 3SA6B, 3SA6C, 3SA6D, 3SA6E 3SB0A, 3SB0B, 3SB0C, 3SB0D, 3SB0E 3SG2A, 3SG2B, 3SG2C, 3SG2D, 3SG2E 3SG3A, 3SG3D, 3SG3E 3SG6A, 3SG6B, 3SG6C, 3SG6D, 3SG6E 3SG7A, 3SG7B, 3SG7C, 3SG7D, 3SG7E 3SG8A, 3SG8B, 3SG8C, 3SG8D 3SG9A, 3SG9B, 3SG9C 3RH0A, 3RH0B, 3RH0C 3RH1A, 3RH1B, 3RH1C 3RH2A, 3RH2B, 3RH2C 3RH3A, 3RH3B, 3RH3C 3SR2A, 3SR2B, 3SR2C, 3SR2D, 3SR2E 3SR3A, 3SR3B, 3SR3C, 3SR3D, 3SR3E 3SZ0A, 3SZ0B, 3SZ0C, 3SZ0D, 3SZ0E 3SZ1A, 3SZ1B, 3SZ1C, 3SZ1D 3SZ1E |
| 2014 Sentra | 9AM0A, 9AM0B, 9AM0C, 9AM0D, 9AM0E
9AM1A, 9AM1B, 9AM1C, 9AM1D, 9AM1E 9AM2A, 9AM2B, 9AM2C, 9AM2D, 9AM2E 9AM3A, 9AM3B, 9AM3C, 9AM3D, 9AM3E 9AM4A, 9AM4B, 9AM4C, 9AM4D, 9AM4E 9AM5A, 9AM5B, 9AM5C, 9AM5D, 9AM5E 3RU6A, 3RU6B, 3RU6C 3RU7A, 3RU7B, 3RU7C 3RU8A, 3RU8B, 3RU8C 3RU9A, 3RU9B, 3RU9C |
| 2015 Sentra | 4AT2A, 4AT2B
4AT4A, 4AT4B, 4AT4C 4AT6A, 4AT6B, 4AT6C 4AT8A, 4AT8B, 4AT8C |
- Follow the on-screen instructions to navigate C-III plus and reprogram the ECM.
NOTE:
- In some cases, more than one new P/N for reprogramming is available.
- If there is more than one new P/N, the screen in Figure 3 displays.
- Select and use the reprogramming option that does not have the message “Caution! Use ONLY with NTBXX-XXX”.
- If you get this screen and it is blank (no reprogramming listed), it means there is no reprogramming available for this vehicle.
Figure 3
- When the screen in Figure 4 displays, reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 4 does not display (indicating that reprogramming did not complete), refer to the information on page 8.
- Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.
- Select Next.
Figure 4
NOTE:
- In the next steps, starting on page 9, you will perform Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn, Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.
- These operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final reprogramming confirmation report.
ECM recovery:
Do not disconnect plus VI or shut down Consult III plus if reprogramming does not complete.
If reprogramming does not complete and the “!?” icon displays as shown in Figure 5:
- Check battery voltage (12.0–15.5 V).
- Ignition is ON, engine OFF.
- External Bluetooth® devices are OFF.
- All electrical loads are OFF.
- Select retry and follow the on screen instructions.
- “Retry” may not go through on first attempt and can be selected more than once.
Figure 5
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” icon displays as shown in Figure 6:
- Check battery voltage (12.0 – 15.5 V).
- CONSULT A/C adapter is plugged in.
- Ignition is ON, engine OFF.
- Transmission is in Park.
- All C-III plus / VI cables are securely connected.
- All C-III plus updates are installed.
- Select Home, and restart the reprogram procedure from the beginning.
Figure 6
- Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the following:
- Throttle Valve Closed Position.
- Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL).
NOTE:
- Listed below are common conditions required for IAVL to complete.
- If IAVL does not complete within a few minutes, a condition may be out of range.
- Refer to the appropriate ESM for specific conditions required for the vehicle you are working on.
- Engine coolant temperature: 70 -100° C (158 – 212°F)
- Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
- Selector lever: P or N
- Electric load switch: OFF (Air conditioner, headlamp, rear window defogger)
- Steering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position)
- Vehicle speed: Stopped
- Transmission: Warmed up
- Accelerator Pedal Close Position Learning
- Erase DTCs
Continue to the next page.
- When the entire reprogramming process is complete, the screen in Figure 7 will display.
- Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
- Print a copy of this screen (Figure 7) and attach it to the repair order for warranty documentation.
- Select Confirm.
Figure 7
- Close C-III plus.
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.
PARTS INFORMATION
| DESCRIPTION | PART NUMBER | QUANTITY |
|---|---|---|
| PCV Valve (Black Color) | 11810-6N202  | 1 |
CLAIMS INFORMATION
For 2013 and 2014 models only IF PCV Valve was Orange
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
| DESCRIPTION | PFP | OP CODE | SYM | DIA | FRT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RPL PCV Valve | 11810-6N202 | AR32AA | HD | 32 | (1) |
(1) Reference the current Nissan
Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
Only if needed for 2013 and 2014 models
On the same repair line if the ECM is reprogrammed:
| DESCRIPTION | OP CODE | SYM | DIA | FRT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reprogram ECM | DE97AA | ZE | 32 | (1) (2) |
(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(2) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes with this claim.
OR
For 2013 and 2014 models only IF PCV Valve is Black and reprogramming is needed
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
| DESCRIPTION | PFP | OP CODE | SYM | DIA | FRT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reprogram ECM | (1) | DE97AA | ZE | 32 | (2) (3) |
(1) Reference FAST and use the ECM part number (23710-*****) as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(3) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes with this claim.
OR
For 2015 Models if reprogramming is needed
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
| DESCRIPTION | PFP | OP CODE | SYM | DIA | FRT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reprogram ECM | (1) | DE97AA | ZE | 32 | (2) (3) |
(1) Reference FAST and use the ECM part number (23710-*****) as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(3) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes with this claim.
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Reprogramming
J2534-1 Re/Programming
Tutorial for Purchasing NERS Software
Software updated April 26, 2019 to version # 04.03.00. It is recommended the latest version of NERS be installed before connecting to a vehicle.
This NERS software supports reprogrammable Engine and Transmission control units from 1999 to 2019 model year vehicles, and 2005 MY and later VIN writing into ECUs, when using a Nissan validated pass-through device. Click the Reprogramming Tab for additional information on reprogramming. This software only provides ECU reprogramming, blank programming and VIN writing capability. It does not provide diagnostic or key programming capability. For Engine and Transmission control unit reprogramming and VIN writing capability on 2020 MY & newer, please use CONSULT-III plus or CONSULT-III plus R2R software.
Vehicle reprogramming requires the use of the following:
- Nissan
validated J2534-1 device - Nissan ECU Reprogramming Software (NERS)
- Personal computer running Windows XP (SP2 or later) or Windows 7 or 10 64Bit
- Applicable reprogram file
Nissan tested and validated the below listed devices. Nissan does not recommend the use of any other J2534-1 device not listed here.
| Manufacturer | Models |
| Actia | PassThru +XS |
| Autel | MaxiFlash Elite (with firmware v3.01) |
| Bosch | Mastertech VCI (SFP v5.11.9) |
| Dearborn Group | VSI-2534 |
| Drew Technologies/OPUS IVS | CarDAQ Plus, CarDAQ M, Mongoose ISO/CAN |
| Hella Gutmann Solutions | Mega Macs 42 SE (DT VCI), Mega Macs 66 (DT66) |
| Texa | TEXA Navigator TXTs Series |
Click the below link to purchase NERS diagnostic software.
Download Purchased ECU Data File(s)
Once you have purchased ECU data file(s) and your order is completed, your ECU files can be downloaded. Please verify that you are logged in to your account before proceeding.
Purchase of ECU data enables file download access for a period of 24 hours, after which time the file will no longer appear in your list of purchased data files. Be sure to download all data files immediately following your purchase.
When you purchase a J-2534 reprogramming file, you will get a zip file containing a data file (.dat, .pdx, .xcal, .7z), a .csv or .xml file and a Reprog_readme.pdf. Please review the readme file for information on where to place the files in your PC.
Please Note that J2534-1 supports reprogramming on 1999 MY and later vehicles.
How to find the proper J-2534 Reprogramming ECU file:
In order for you to locate the proper ECU file, you will need to look up the applicable Technical Services Bulletin(TSB) for your vehicle. Instructions in the TSB will pinpoint and advise you of the ECU part # to enter below.
Download Purchased ECU Data File(s)
Once you have purchased ECU data file(s) and your order is completed, your ECU files can be downloaded. Please verify that you are logged in to your account before proceeding.
Purchase of ECU data enables file download access for a period of 24 hours, after which time the file will not longer appear in your list of purchased data files. Be sure to download all data files immediately following your purchase.
Special Note: Nissan and Infiniti vehicle uses a high level of security when Re/programming or Configuration is performed to the vehicle ECUs. With the release of NERS software version 04.00.01 or greater, technicians will be required to login with their Nissan or Infiniti Techinfo website user ID and password to perform Re/programming and Configuration in NERS.
Login Instruction Guide
September 2013, Nissan and Infiniti began the phase in of “Blank” Service Parts ECUs and TCMs. Depending upon the model and model year, replacement modules come WITHOUT software. When a replacement module is installed in an applicable vehicle for any reason, it will need to be programmed.
When you purchase a J-2534 Blank programming file, you will get a zip file containing a data file (.dat, .pdx, .xcal, .7z), a .csv or .xml file and a Reprog_readme.pdf. Please review the readme file for information on where to place the files in your PC.
How to find the proper J-2534 Blank Programming ECU file:
- Obtain the blank ECU part number when you purchase the replacement ECU. Nissan’s and Infiniti’s parts catalog provides both the blank ECU part number and the ROM-DATA ID part number (after programming part number) to be used. Enter this blank ECU part number in the field below.
or
- Using C-III plus software, retrieve the blank ECU part number from the new ECU. Enter this blank ECU part number in the field below.
Please note: Take care after making your selection that the listed vehicle information matches the vehicle you are programming.
- Special Note: NERS Version 03.08 or higher supports Blank RWD, 5 speed TCM programming.
Download Purchased ECU Data File(s)
Once you have purchased ECU data file(s) and your order is completed, your ECU files can be downloaded. Please verify that you are logged in to your account before proceeding.
Purchase of ECU data enables file download access for a period of 24 hours, after which time the file will not longer appear in your list of purchased data files. Be sure to download all data files immediately following your purchase.
Special Note: Nissan and Infiniti vehicle uses a high level of security when Re/programming or Configuration is performed to the vehicle ECUs. With the release of NERS software version 04.00.01 or greater, technicians will be required to login with their Nissan or Infiniti Techinfo website user ID and password to perform Re/programming and Configuration in NERS.
Login Instruction Guide
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