Classification:

Reference:

EC16-009

Date:

NTB16-031

March 23, 2016

2013-2016 ALTIMA WITH QR25DE ENGINE;
MIL ON WITH DTC P0116
APPLIED VEHICLE:

2013-2016 Altima (L33)

APPLIED ENGINE:

QR25DE

IF YOU CONFIRM
The MIL is ON with P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT SENSOR) 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.

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) ECM 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 -100°C
(158 - 212°F)
 Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
 Transmission: Warmed up
Figure A


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 the IAVL to complete

CAUTION:


Connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and select 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 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 Start C-III plus.
3. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.


The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.

4. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

VI is
recognized

Step
4

Figure 1

5. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate the 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).

6A: Current ECM P/N

Figure 2

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

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.

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Table A
MODEL

CURRENT ECM PART NUMBER: 237103TA6A, 3TA6B, 3TA6C, 3TA6D
3TA7A, 3TA7B, 3TA7C, 3TA7D
3TA8A, 3TA8B, 3TA8C, 3TA8D
3TY6A, 3TY6B, 3TY6C, 3TY6D

2013 Altima
w/QR25DE engine

3TY7A, 3TY7B, 3TY7C, 3TY7D
3TY8A, 3TY8B, 3TY8C, 3TY8D
3TA0A, 3TA0B, 3TA0C
3TA1B, 3TA1C, 3TA1D
3TY0A, 3TY0B, 3TY0C
3TY1A, 3TY1B, 3TY1C
9HM3A, 9HM3B, 9HM3C
9HM4A, 9HM4B, 9HM4C

2014 Altima
w/QR25DE engine

9HM5A, 9HM5B, 9HM5C
9HM6A, 9HM6B, 9HM6C
9HM7A, 9HM7B, 9HM7C
9HM8A, 9HM8B, 9HM8C
9HP0A, 9HP0B, 9HP0C, 9HP0D
9HP1A, 9HP1B, 9HP1C, 9HP1D

2015 Altima
w/QR25DE engine

9HP2A, 9HP2B, 9HP2C, 9HP2D
9HP3A, 9HP3B, 9HP3C, 9HP3D, 9HP3E
9HP4A, 9HP4B, 9HP4C, 9HP4D, 9HP4E
9HP5A, 9HP5B, 9HP5C, 9HP5D, 9HP5E

2016 Altima
w/QR25DE engine

9HN4A, 9HN5A, 9HN6A, 9HN7A, 9HN8A
3TY2A, 3TY3A, 3TY4A, 3TY5A, 3TY9A

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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.

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 (indicating that reprogramming did not
complete), refer to the information on page 8.

9. Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.
10. Select Next.

Step
10

Figure 4

NOTE:


In the next steps, starting on page 9, 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 Engine coolant temperature: 70 -100° C (158 - 212°F)
o Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
o Selector lever: P or N
o Electric load switch: OFF (Air conditioner, headlamp, rear window defogger)
o Steering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position)
o Vehicle speed: Stopped
o 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.

Step
13

Step
14
Step
15

Figure 7
16. Close C-III plus.
17. Turn the ignition OFF.
18. Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
PFP
SYM
DIAG
FRT
Reprogram Engine Control
DE97AA
(1)
ZE
32
(2)
Module - ECM
(1) Refer to the electronic parts catalog (FAST) and use the ECM assembly part number
as the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the Nissan Online Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated flat rate
time.

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