Classification:

Reference:

BR18-002a

Date:

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February 28, 2018

2017 ARMADA; DTC C1116 AND VDC WARNING LAMP ON
This bulletin has been amended. The CLAIMS INFORMATION section has been corrected.
No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED
VEHICLES:

2016 -2017 Armada (Y62) equipped with Distance Control Assist (DCA)

APPLIED VIN // 2016 Armada: All VINs and Dates
2017 Armada:
DATE
2WD Built on or before JN8AY2N(*)(*)H9 304268 // April 20, 2017
4WD Built on or before JN8AY2N(*)(*)H9 707140 // April 20, 2017

NOTE: Distance Control Assist (DCA)
equipped vehicles can be identified by
the dynamic driver assistance switch
on the steering wheel as shown in
Figure A.
Figure A
IF YOU CONFIRM
DTC C1116 (STOP LAMP SW) is stored (Past or Current),
AND
Customer stated VDC warning lamp

was illuminated.

ACTION
Reprogram the ABS control unit (ABS) per the Service Procedure in this bulletin.


Refer to step 20 on page 8 to confirm that reprogramming is needed.

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
IMPORTANT: Before starting, make sure:


ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been synchronized to the current date.



All CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE: The CONSULT PC automatically gets applicable reprogramming data during
ASIST synchronization.



The CONSULT PC is connected to the internet via a cable or Wi-Fi.
 Later in the procedure you will be required to enter your User Name and

Password.
 The CONSULT PC must be connected to the Internet.
 If you do not know your User Name and Password, contact your Service
Manager.


A screen print for Warranty documentation can be done from the CONSULT PC
during this process while still connected to the vehicle.



No DTCs stored.
 Use C-III plus to perform Self Diagnosis for all systems.
 If there are any DTCs other than C1116, diagnose, perform repairs, and erase
DTCs before continuing.
 If only DTC C1116 is stored, erase DTC before continuing.

1. Connect the plus VI to the vehicle.
CAUTION: Make sure the plus VI is securly connected. If the plus VI connection is
loose during reprogramming, the process will be interrupted and the the control
unit may be damaged.

2. Connect the AC Adapter to the CONSULT PC.
CAUTION: Be sure to connect the AC Adapter. If the CONSULT PC battery
voltage drops during reprogramming, the process will be interrupted and the
control unit may be damaged.

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3. Connect the GR8 and set to “Power Supply” mode.
CAUTION: Be sure the battery charger is connected securely to the battery. Make
sure the battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If
the battery voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the control unit
may be damaged.

4. Turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within range
of the CONSULT PC and the VI.
CAUTION: Make sure to turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices. If Bluetooth®
signal waves are within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI during
reprogramming, reprogramming may be interrupted, and the control unit may be
damaged.

5. Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF.


The engine must not start or run during the reprogramming procedure.

6. Turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads such as exterior lights, interior lights, HVAC,
blower, rear defogger, audio, NAVI, seat heater, steering wheel heater, etc.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads. Make sure the
battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery
voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming the control unit may be
damaged.

7. Turn ON the CONSULT PC.

8. Select CONSULT-III plus (open C-III plus).

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

Serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.

Step 9: plus VI
is recognized

Figure 1
10. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

Step
10

Figure 2

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11. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
12. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
13. Select Next.

Step
11

Step
12

Step
13

Figure 3
14. If the screen in Figure 4 displays, select Automatic Selection(VIN).


If the screen in Figure 4 does not display, skip to step 15.

Step
14

Example

Figure 4

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15. Verify the VIN or Chassis # matches that of the vehicle.
16. If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.

Step 15:
Verify here

xxxxxx

Figure 5

Step 16: If
OK, select
Confirm

17. Select Confirm again.

Step
17

Figure 6

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18. Select ABS.


Use the scroll arrows as needed.

Step
18

Scroll
arrows

Figure 7
19. Wait for System Call to complete and then select Reprogramming.

Step
19

Figure 8

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20. When you get to the screen shown in Figure 9, confirm reprogramming applies as
follows:
a. Find the ABS Part Number and write it on the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current ABS Control Unit Part Number.

xxxxx

20a:
Current

xxxxx

xxxxx
xxxxx

20c: If OK,
select
Save

Figure 9
b. Compare the P/N you wrote down to the numbers in the Current Part Number
column of Table A below:


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



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

c. If there is a part number match as specified below, select Save and then continue
with the reprogramming procedure on the next page.
Table A
MODEL

CURRENT PART NUMBER:
46007-5ZA1B
46007-5ZA1C

2017 ARMADA

46007-5ZA3B
46007-5ZA3C

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21. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
22. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
23. Select Next.

Step
21

Step
22

Step
23

Figure 10

24. Read the Current Part Number and Part Number After Reprogramming. They
should be different.
25. Select Next.

4600746007-

Verify P/Ns
above, then
select Next

Figure 11
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26. Confirm battery voltage is correct, and then select Next.
NOTE: Battery voltage must stay within the specified range to make the indicator turn
green.

Monitor 12V
battery
voltage here

Must be
“Green”
before
selecting Next
Step
26

Figure 12
27. Make sure OK is highlighted green and select Start.
IMPORTANT: Battery voltage must stay between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts during
reprogramming or reprogramming may be interrupted and the control unit may be
damaged.

Monitor 12V
battery
voltage here

EXAMPLE
Step
27

Figure 13
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28. Select USA/CANADA Dealers.
29. Select OK.

Step
28

Step
29

Figure 14
NOTE:
 The above screen may not display if the CONSULT PC has remained ON since the
last reprogramming.


If the CONSULT PC is not connected to the Internet, the screen in Figure 15 will
display.

Figure 15

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30. Enter Username and Password.


The CONSULT PC must be connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or cable).



Before reprogramming will start, you will be required to enter your User Name and
Password.



If you do not know your User Name and Password, contact your Service Manager.

31. Select Submit.


There will be a short pause while the username and password are authenticated.



Once authentication completes, TCM reprogramming will automatically begin and
the screen in Figure 17 on the next page will be displayed.

Step
30
Step
31

Figure 16

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32. Wait for both progress bars to complete.

Figure 17
33. When the screen in Figure 18 displays, the reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 18 does not display (reprogramming does not complete),
refer to the information on the next page.
34. Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.
35. Select Next.

Step
35

Figure 18
NOTE: DTC Erase must be performed before C-III plus will provide the final
reprogramming confirmation report. Continue with the reprogramming procedure on
page 15.
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Control Unit 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
19:


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
the first attempt and can be
selected more than once.

Select
Retry

Figure 19
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” icon displays as shown in Figure
20:



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 20

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36. Erase all DTCs as follows:
a. Turn the ignition OFF.
b. Turn the ignition ON engine OFF.
c. Wait for DTC erase to complete.

ON

Turn ignition OFF > ON

Figure 21

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37. Verify the part number has changed (before and after reprogramming part numbers
should be different).
a. Print a copy of the screen in Figure 22 by selecting Print.
b. Attach the copy to the repair order.
c. Once a copy has been printed, select Confirm.

xxxxx

Step
37

xxxxx
xxxxxxxxx
xxxxxx

Step
37a

xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Step
37c

Figure 22

NOTE: If you cannot print the above screen:
a. Select Screen Capture.
b. Name the file.
c. Save the file in My Documents.


A copy of the screen is now saved in the CONSULT PC. It can be retrieved
and printed at a later time.

38. After Confirmation has completed:
a. Select Home, close C-III plus, and disconnect from the vehicle.
b. Close C-III plus.
c. Turn the ignition OFF.
d. Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.
39. Confirm operation of stop lamp switch by applying brakes and observing stop lamps
illuminating.
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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 ABS control unit
(1)
PX85AA
HC
32
0.5 hrs.
(1) Refer to the electronic parts catalog (FAST or equivalent) and use the appropriate
CONTROLLER ASSY – BRAKE (ABS control unit) part number (46007-XXXXX) as
the Primary Failed Part (PFP).

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