SYMPTOM: Transmitter does not activate receiver.

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before conducting the procedure given below, make sure that system receiver (garage door opener, etc.) operates with original, hand-held transmitter. If NG, receiver or hand-held transmitter is at fault, not vehicle related.

ILLUMINATION CHECK
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Does red light (LED) of transmitter illuminate when any button is pressed?
Fig 1: Locating Red Light (LED) Of Transmitter
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YES or NO

YES: GO TO 2.

NO: GO TO 3.
TRANSMITTER CHECK
Check transmitter with Tool*.

*: For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.

OK or NG

OK: Receiver or hand-held transmitter malfunction, not vehicle related.

NG: Replace transmitter.
POWER SUPPLY CHECK
1. Disconnect transmitter.
2. Check voltage between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror connector R7 terminal 10 and ground.
10 - Ground: Battery voltage

Fig 2: Checking Voltage Between Auto Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R7 Terminal 10 And Ground
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OK or NG

OK: GO TO 4.

NG: Repair or replace fuse or harness.
GROUND CIRCUIT CHECK

Check continuity between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror connector R7 terminal 3 and body ground.

3 - Ground: Continuity should exist.

Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between Auto Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R7 Terminal 3 And Body Ground

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OK or NG

OK: Replace auto anti-dazzling inside mirror assembly.

NG: Repair or replace harness.