Classification: Reference: Date:
EC09-029 NTB09-144 December 15, 2009
2000-2005 SENTRA; MIL “ON” WITH DTC P1138
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2000-2005 Sentra (B15) – with QG18DE Engine ONLY
IF YOU CONFIRM
An Applied Vehicle has the MIL “ON” with the following DTC stored:
• P1138 (Swirl Control Valve),
and there are no driveability symptoms.
ACTION
1. Confirm this bulletin applies:
• Check the Current ECM Part Number (steps 1 and 2 in the Service Procedure on
page 3).
• Compare your Current ECM Part Number to Chart A on page 4.
If your Current ECM part number does not match one in Chart A, this bulletin
does not apply. Refer to the appropriate Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for
further diagnostic and repair information.
2. Reprogram the ECM (needed if a match is found during ECM Part Number Check
starting on page 3).
3. Erase any DTC’s that stored during reprogramming.
4. Check for DTC P1138 reset.
5. Wrap up.
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 the repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
Reprogram ECM per TSB (1) DE97AA (2) HD 32 (3)
(1) Reference the final CONSULT-II printout and use the indicated new ECM P/N as the PFP.
(2) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes; no diagnosis procedure subsequently
required. DO NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes with this claim.
(3) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated flat rate time.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Overview
Confirm P1138 DTC
stored with no
drivability symptoms
Repair the other
No DTC's first.
Is P1138 the only DTC? NOTE: Repair of
other DTC’s is not
covered by this
bulletion.
Yes
Perform ECM
reprogramming
Erase DTC
Check for DTC
P1138 reset
"Wrap-up"
END
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Confirm This Bulletin Applies
1. With CONSULT-II “ON”, print the Freeze Frame data as follows:
START(Nissan) >> ENGINE >> Self-DIAG Results >> F.F. Data >> PRINT
2. Attach this printout to the Repair Order.
SYSTEM ENGINE
DATE XX/XX/XXXX* xx:xx:xx
• The Freeze Frame data that you’ve P/# 23710-XXXXX
Current
ECM Part
printed contains the ECM Part Number Number
(P/N). Freeze Frame
DTC RESULTS
EVAP SMALL LEAK
DTC [P0442]
• Figure 1 is an example of the F.F. Data Code
printout. * Example, your screen may differ. TP020389b
Figure 1
ECM Part Number Check
3. Using the ECM Part Number printout from Step 1 (Figure 1):
• Compare the vehicle's current ECM P/N to those shown under Current ECM P/N in
Chart A on page 4.
• This comparison will allow you to determine if the ECM needs to be reprogrammed.
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CHART A
Vehicle
Vehicle Configuration Current ECM P/N
2000 – 2002 23710 -8U181, -8U180, -6M415, -6M413, -6M412,
AT
Sentra -6M411
23710 -8U400, -8U401, -8U402, -8U403, -8U40A,
MT
-8U40B, -8U40C, -8U40D
23710 -8U410, -8U411, -8U412, -8U413, -8U41A,
MT ASCD
2003 -8U41B, -8U41C, -8U41D
Sentra 23710 -8U420, -8U421, -8U422, -8U423, -8U42A,
AT
-8U42B, -8U42C
23710 -8U440, -8U441, -8U442, -8U443, -8U43A,
AT ASCD
-8U43B, -8U43C
23710 -8U800, -8U801, -8U802, -8U803, -8U804,
MT -8U80A, -8U80B, -8U80C, -8U80D, -8U821, -8U82A,
-8U82B, -8U82C, -8U82D, -8U871, -8U881
23710 -8U805, -8U806, -8U807, -8U808, -8U809,
MT ASCD -8U81A, -8U81B, -8U81C, -8U81D, -8U822, -8U83A,
2004 -8U83B, -8U83C, -8U83D, -8U872, -8U882
Sentra 23710 -8U810, -8U811, -8U812, -8U813, -8U814,
AT -8U823, -8U84A, -8U84B, -8U84C, -8U873, -8U87A,
-8U87B, -8U87C, -8U883
23710 -8U815, -8U816, -8U817, -8U818, -8U819,
AT ASCD -8U824, -8U85A, -8U85B, -8U85C, -8U874, -8U884,
-8U88A, -8U88B, -8U88C
MT 23710 -6Z600, -6Z60A, -6Z60B, -6Z60C
MT ASCD 23710 -6Z605, -6Z61A, -6Z61B, -6Z61C
2005
Sentra
AT 23710 -6Z610, -6Z62A, -6Z62B
AT ASCD 23710 -6Z615, -6Z63A, -6Z63B
a. If your vehicle’s ECM P/N matches a P/N in the chart above:
• Perform ECM Reprogramming starting on page 5.
b. If your vehicle’s ECM P/N does not match a P/N in the chart above:
• ECM Reprogramming is not necessary - this bulletin does not apply. Refer to
the appropriate ESM for further diagnostic and repair information.
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ECM REPROGRAMMING
Vehicle ECM Reprogramming Overview
There are six basic steps:
1. Download reprogramming data (transfer it) from ASIST into CONSULT-II.
2. “Preparation” steps before reprogramming.
3. Reprogram the vehicle ECM.
4. Erase any DTC’s that stored during reprogramming.
5. Check for DTC P1138 reset.
6. “Wrap-up.”
• If you’re not familiar with the latest ECM reprogramming procedures, click here.
This will link you to the "ECM Reprogramming For Nissan Vehicles" general
procedure.
• For those familiar with ECM Reprogramming, please review the following steps and
use them as a Quick Reference for ECM reprogramming.
Step One: Download (Transfer) Data From ASIST Into CONSULT-II
Vehicle /
Model
Configuration
* Click the "Add" button
Used
350Z 2004 Space
1 File(s) selected
4 Speed A/T Models
Maxima 2003 16MB
To 23710-8Y102 VQ35 4A/T ASCD
To 23710-8Y112 VQ35 4A/T ASCD TCS To: 23710-8Y102 A34 VQ35
Altima 2002 5A/T ASCD TC8
5 Speed A/T Models
"To" Sentra 2001 To 23710-8Y002 VQ35 5A/T ASCD
Number To 23710-8Y012 VQ35 5A/T ASCD TCS
Quest 2000 M/T Models
To 23710-7Y002 VQ35 6M/T ASCD
Pathfinder
Murano
Xterra Details: Add
Replaces 23710-8Y010, -8Y011
Frontier
8MB
Remove
More More
Search by Code
(per bulletin only)
KeyPad
Show me Back Main Continue
Up Menu
This illustration is for example only, your vehicle may be different. TP030621
Figure A
1. Select vehicle model and model year (Example: Maxima, 2004).
2. Select the correct reprogramming data:
a. Locate the specific “Model Configuration” (Example: VQ35 5A/T ASCD TCS).
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NOTE: Model Configuration may include items such as engine type, transmission
type, and vehicle options such as ASCD, TCS, ABS etc.
b Select (click on) the “To” number. (Write the “To” number on the repair order.)
NOTE: The “To” number will read: 23710-XXXXX.
3. Click on the “Add” button.
• This will add the selected data to the “File(s) Selected” list.
4. Click on “Continue” and follow directions to perform “data transfer” (download) from
ASIST into CONSULT-II.
Step Two: Preparation for Reprogramming ECM
1. Connect a battery charger to the vehicle's battery.
• Set the charger to a low charger rate (trickle charge).
CAUTION: DO NOT connect the CONSULT-II AC power supply for items 2 and 3.
NISSAN
ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT
REPROGRAMMING
2. Press SUB MODE (see Figure B) AER02C-1
then:
INITIATE ECU REPROGRAM
a. From the listed items, find and
select BATTERY CHARGE.
SUB MODE
LIGHT COPY
TP030620
Figure B
Battery Charging
CONSULT-II Elapsed Discharge Charge Time Vehicle
3. Check the CONSULT-II’s “Charger Battery Battery
00:01.02 00.00:00 00:01.02
Input” reading (see Figure C). Voltage Voltage
Battery Voltage Charger Input MUST BE
8.32 12.15 ABOVE
12.00 VOLTS!
NOTE: 0% 100%
Check Charger
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 Input without
• “Battery Voltage” is the voltage Battery Charge - IDLE
AC power
supply
level of CONSULT-II's battery. connected.
Start Discharge &
Charging Charge
• "Charger Input" is the voltage level MODE BACK LIGHT COPY
of the vehicle’s battery. (It must be TP030625
above 12 volts.) Figure C
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CAUTION: If the “Charger Input” is below 12 volts:
• Click here to link to the "ECM Reprogramming For Nissan Vehicles" general
procedure.
• The general procedure includes a list of items to check when “Charger Input” voltage
is below 12V.
Step Three: Reprogram the Vehicle ECM
Step Four: Erase DTC’s
• Use CONSULT-II and the Diagnostic (red/white) Card to check and erase any DTC’s
that may have stored during the reprogramming procedure.
Step Five: Check for DTC P1138 Reset
1. Turn the ignition switch "ON" and wait at least 2 seconds. (See Figure D.)
2. Select “Data Monitor” mode with CONSULT-II.
3. Start the engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn the ignition switch "OFF" and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Turn the ignition switch "ON" and wait at least 2 seconds.
6. Start the engine and let it idle for at least 10 seconds.
• Maintain engine speed at about 2,000 rpm for at least 10 seconds.
7. Turn the ignition switch “OFF,” wait at least 10 seconds, then turn the ignition switch
“ON.”
• If DTC P1138 resets, refer to the appropriate ESM for further diagnostic and repair
information.
• If DTC P1138 is not detected, proceed to the next step.
8. Perform steps 5 through 7 three times.
Figure D
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Step Six: “Wrap Up”
1. Start the engine and check the idle speed.
• If idle speed is too low, perform IAVL (Idle Air Volume Learning). See the
appropriate ESM for this procedure.
NOTE: If the engine will not idle, hold the engine RPM at about 2000, then slowly
bring it down to an idle. IAVL can now be performed.
2. Confirm the engine is operating normally.
3. Make sure the “Check Engine Light “ (MIL) is not “ON”.
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