Classification:

Reference:

EC16-011

Date:

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March 23, 2016

2016 ALTIMA; MIL ON WITH DTC P0101
APPLIED VEHICLES:

2016 Altima (L33)

IF YOU CONFIRM
The MIL is ON with DTC P0101 (MAF SEN/CIRCUIT-B1) stored,
and
There are no drivability issues.

ACTION
1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the
vehicle you are working on.
2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ECM.
NOTE: If this bulletin does apply (the ECM needs to be reprogrammed), DO NOT
replace the mass air flow sensor.

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.
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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SERVICE PROCEDURE
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) 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 - 105°C
(158 - 221°F)
 Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (at idle)
 Transmission: Warmed up
Figure A

NOTE: After reprogramming is complete, you will be required to perform Throttle
Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn, Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC
erase. The above conditions are required for IAVL to complete.

CAUTION:


Connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and set to ECM power supply mode.
If the vehicle battery voltage drops below 12.0V or above 15.5V during
reprogramming, the ECM may be damaged.



Be sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads.
If a vehicle electrical load remains ON, the ECM may be damaged.



Be sure to connect the AC Adapter.
If the CONSULT PC battery voltage drops during reprogramming, the process
will be interrupted and the ECM may be damaged.



Turn off all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within
range of the CONSULT PC and the plus VI. If Bluetooth® signal waves are
within range of the CONSULT PC during reprogramming, reprogramming may
be interrupted and the ECM may be damaged.

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1. Connect the CONSULT PC to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.

2 Open / start C-III plus.

3. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.


The Serial No. will display when the plus VI is recognized.

4. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

Step 3:
plus VI is
recognized

Step
4

Figure 1

5. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in
Figure 2 on the next page.

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6. 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).

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Step 6A:
Current ECM P/N
xxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Figure 2

B. Compare the P/N you wrote down to the numbers in the Current ECM Part Number
column in Table A below.


If there is a match, this bulletin applies. Continue with the reprogramming
procedure.



If there is not a match, this bulletin does not apply. Close C-III plus and refer to
ASIST for further diagnostic information.

Table A
Model

Current ECM Part Number: 237109HN4A,
9HN5A,
9HN6A,
9HN7A,
9HN8A,
3TY2A,
3TY3A,
3TY4A,
3TY5A,
3TY9A,

2016 Altima

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9HN4B,
9HN5B,
9HN6B,
9HN7B,
9HN8B,
3TY2B,
3TY3B,
3TY4B,
3TY5B,
3TY9B,

9HN4C
9HN5C
9HN6C
9HN7C
9HN8C
3TY2C
3TY3C
3TY4C
3TY5C
3TY9C

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7. 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 more than one new P/N is available, 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. Close C-III plus and refer back to ASIST for
further diagnosis.

xxxxx-xxxxx
xxxxx-xxxxx

xxxxx-xxxxx
xxxxx xxxxx

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Figure 3

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8. When the screen in Figure 4 displays, reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 4 does not display (reprogramming does not
complete), refer to ECM recovery on the next page.

9. Disconnect the GR8 (battery charger) from the vehicle.

10. Select Next.

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10

Figure 4

NOTE:


In the next steps, (page 8), 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.

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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

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11. 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 Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for specific
conditions required for the vehicle you are working on.
o
o
o
o
o
o
o

Engine coolant temperature: 70 -105° C (158 - 221°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.

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12. When the entire reprogramming process is complete, the screen in Figure 7 will display.
13. Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
14. Print a copy of this screen (Figure 7) and attach it to the repair order for warranty
documentation.
15. Select Confirm.

xxxxxx

Step
13

xxxxxx
xxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Step
14

Step
15

Figure 7
16. Close C-III plus.
17. Turn the ignition OFF.
18. Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.
19. Test drive the vehicle and make sure it operates correctly and the MIL is OFF.


If the MIL comes ON, go back to ASIST for further diagnostic information.



Diagnosis and repairs beyond ECM reprogramming are not covered by this bulletin.

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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE SYM
DIA
FRT
Reprogram Engine Control Module
(1)
DE97AA
ZE
32
(2) (3)
(1) Refer to the electronic parts catalog (FAST or equivalent) and use the ECM assembly
part number as the Primary Failed Part (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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