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Without CONSULT-II

  1. 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 DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .

  2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .
  3. Start engine.

    Be careful not to overheat engine. 

  4. Make sure that the cooling fan operates. If not, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .
    Fig 1: Visually Inspecting Fan Operates
    G00796369Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  6. Disconnect radiator coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
  7. Connect 2.2KΩ resistor to engine coolant temperature sensor harness connector.
  8. Restart engine and make sure that cooling fan operates at higher speed than the speed at step 4.
    Fig 2: Checking Cooling Fan Operates At A Higher Speed
    G00796370Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Be careful not to overheat engine. 

  9. If NG, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .