Overall Function Check

Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be confirmed.

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.

With CONSULT-II

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level .

If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below the proper range, skip the following steps and Go to PROCEDURE A .
Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer filled the coolant, skip the following steps and Go to PROCEDURE A .
Turn ignition switch ON.

Fig 1: Checking Coolant Level In Reservoir Tank & Radiator With CONSULT II
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Perform COOLING FAN in ACTIVE TEST mode with CONSULT-II.

Fig 2: Monitoring Cooling Fan In Active Test Mode
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If the results are NG, Go to PROCEDURE A .

With GST

Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level .

If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below the proper range, skip the following steps and Go to PROCEDURE A .
Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer filled the coolant, skip the following steps and Go to PROCEDURE A .

Fig 3: Checking Coolant Level In Reservoir Tank & Radiator With GST
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan motors operation, Refer to AUTO ACTIVE TEST .
If NG, Go to PROCEDURE A .