Classification:

Reference:

EL18-039

Date:

NTB19-002

January 15, 2019

2018-2019 ARMADA AND PATHFINDER;
DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT SERVICE INFORMATION
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2018-2019 Armada (Y62)
2018-2019 Pathfinder (R52)

SERVICE INFORMATION
If the Display Control Unit (DCU) needs to be replaced on an APPLIED VEHICLE for any
reason, follow the steps in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to:


Confirm proper diagnosis and repair with TECH LINE to obtain DCU order approval.



Place the order with DENSO.



Configure the Multi AV system.

NOTE:
 The original DCU must be installed in the vehicle while performing part of this
procedure. DO NOT remove the original DCU until instructed.
 The DCU order approval process does not apply to 2017 Pathfinder vehicles.
TECH LINE authorization is not needed for 2017 Pathfinder vehicles. For 2017
Pathfinder vehicles, refer to NTB16-104.
 This process does not apply to 2017 Armada vehicles since it uses a different
system.

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
Before starting, make sure your ASIST has been synchronized to the current date and all
CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) updates have been installed.
Parts of the Procedure
PART 1: Confirm Proper Diagnosis and Repair with TECH LINE to Obtain DCU Order
Approval / Place Order with DENSO
PART 2: Record Multi AV Configuration Values of Original DCU / Replace DCU
PART 3: Configure Multi AV System
PART 4: Manually Configure Multi AV System (if needed)

PART 1: Confirm Proper Diagnosis and Repair with TECH LINE to Obtain DCU Order
Approval / Place Order with DENSO
NOTE: The DCU order approval process is to be performed on all 2018-2019 APPLIED
VEHICLES and does not apply to 2017 and earlier models. TECH LINE authorization is not
needed for 2017 and earlier models.
To improve customer satisfaction by providing the correct repair on the first visit, Nissan has
established a procedure for ordering an “exchange” or “new” DCU.


To ensure proper diagnosis and repair, the technician will need to contact TECH LINE to
confirm (or assist with) their diagnosis and the proper repair prior to ordering the DCU.



DENSO will require a confirmation from TECH LINE prior to shipping an exchange DCU.



Approval from TECH LINE does not mean the DCU has been ordered. The DCU can be
ordered from DENSO only after approval from TECH LINE.



New DCUs will be put on parts restriction and will need to be cleared before the order is
shipped. In the event that a new DCU is required, the warranty claims call center will
verify that TECH LINE has recommended replacement.



This process applies to vehicles equipped with a Navigation system as well as nonNavigation vehicles.

TECH LINE has the support of engineering and DENSO in diagnosis, if needed.
Most DCUs ordered should be an exchange unit versus a new unit.
The requirement of contacting TECH LINE for confirmation to replace a DCU will be monitored
to ensure the most effective and accurate method of repair.

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NOTE: In most cases, an exchange DCU will be ordered. A new DCU is required only if:


The vehicle has not yet been sold.



The customer requests a new DCU on a non-warranty repair.



The exchange DCU is not available.



It is an insurance claim replacement.

NOTE: While not required, Nissan recommends using this procedure for non-warranty repairs
to ensure that proper diagnosis and repair is performed.

Contact TECH LINE to Confirm DCU Replacement is Needed
NOTE: Contacting TECH LINE is done to confirm diagnosis. After diagnosis, an exchange
DCU can be ordered by your parts department directly from DENSO. See Order an Exchange
DCU from DENSO on the next page.
1. Duplicate and verify the customer’s concern if possible. If duplication is not possible, gather
as much information about the issue as possible from the service advisor/writer or
customer.
2. Check for any connected devices (phone, iPod, MP3 player, etc.) or determine if a
connected device is present during the concern. Gather model and software version
information if possible.
3. Contact TECH LINE after gathering preliminary information of the concern. After diagnosis
of the concern has been performed, and the technician and TECH LINE agree that the
DCU should be replaced, go to step 4.
4. TECH LINE will confirm with DENSO, by email, that the diagnosis has occurred and a DCU
replacement is approved.
NOTE:


TECH LINE will not send an email or fax to your parts department.



Approval from TECH LINE does not mean the DCU has been ordered. The DCU
can be ordered from DENSO only after approval from TECH LINE (see page 4).

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Order Exchange DCU from DENSO
After steps 1-4 have been completed, your parts department will order the replacement
exchange DCU as instructed below.
5. Fill out the DENSO Exchange Order Form and fax or email it to DENSO.
Order forms are found on NNAnet.com:
a. Log onto NNAnet.com.
b. Confirm Brand View is Nissan.
c. Select My Links.
d. Select Warranty.
e. Select Electronic Exchange Information – Nissan.
f. Scroll down to Denso, and then click on Link to Denso Order Form.
g. Fill out the form. Be sure to use the DCU part number in the Exchange Part #: field.
NOTE: The DCU part number can be found on the label on the back of the DCU, or with
CONSULT-III plus by going to Diagnosis (One System) > MULTI AV > ECU
Identification.
6. After the order is submitted, and after TECH LINE has submitted authorization by email,
then DENSO will email confirmation to your parts department that the order has been
placed.*

* The DCU order approval process does not apply to 2017 Pathfinder vehicles. TECH
LINE authorization is not needed for 2017 Pathfinder vehicles. This process does
not apply to 2017 Armada since it uses a different system. For 2017 Pathfinder,
refer to NTB16-104.

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PART 2: Record Multi AV Configuration Values of Original DCU / Replace DCU

7. Prepare the vehicle.


Make sure the shift selector is in Park, and the parking brake is set.



Connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and select ECM Power Supply Mode.



Connect the plus VI to the vehicle.



Launch C-III plus on the CONSULT PC.



Turn the ignition ON. DO NOT start the engine.

8. Select Re/programming Configuration.

Figure 1

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9. Read the Precautions.
When finished, click in the
Confirmed instructions box to
insert a check mark, and then
select Next.

Figure 2

10. Select the Manual Selection
(Vehicle Name) tab, and then
select the Vehicle Name and
Model Year.
NOTE: If the screen shown in
Figure 3 does not display,
proceed to step 13.
11. Select Select.

Figure 3

12. Confirm the correct Vehicle Name
and Model Year are displayed.


When finished, select
Confirm.

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Figure 4
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13. After System Call completes,
confirm the correct Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) is
displayed.


When finished, select Confirm.

NOTE: If the VIN displayed is
incorrect, input the correct VIN.
When finished, select Confirm.

Figure 5

14. Select MULTI AV.


Use the scroll arrows if needed.

Figure 6

15. Select Before ECU Replacement.

Figure 7

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16. Confirm Setting Value (current
configuration) and write it down.


The current configuration can
also be printed with the Print
Screen button or Screen
Capture button.



Use the scroll arrows if more
than one page of information
is available.

Write down / print
this information

NOTE: Configurable options will
differ. Your screen may look
different.
Figure 8

17. Select Save.

NOTE: If the configuration data
cannot be saved, replace the DCU
as instructed in the applicable
Electronic Service Manual (ESM),
and then proceed to page 10,
PART 4: Manually Configure the
Multi AV System (if needed).

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18. Select End.

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Figure 9

19. Replace the DCU as instructed in the applicable ESM.


Refer to the ESM, section DRIVER INFORMATION & MULTIMEDIA > AUDIO,
VISUAL & NAVIGATION SYSTEM > NISSANCONNECT > REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION > DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT > Removal and Installation.

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PART 3: Configure Multi AV System

20. Perform steps 7-13 again before performing step 21.

21. When you get to the screen
shown in Figure 10, select
Confirm.

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Figure 10

22. If the screen in Figure 11 appears,
skip to page 12, step 32.
23. If the screen in Figure 11 does not
appear, go to step 24.

Figure 11

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24. Select OK.
After performing Step 24:


If an error message does not
display, proceed to page 14,
step 36.



If an error message does display,
proceed to PART 4: Manually
Configure the Multi AV System
(if needed), below.
Figure 12

PART 4: Manually Configure the Multi AV System (if needed)

NOTE: If the screen in Figure 13 is
not displayed, click on the Home icon.

25. Select Re/programming
Configuration.

Figure 13

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26. Read the Precautions.
When finished, click in the
Confirmed instructions box to
insert a check mark, and then
select Next.

Figure 14

27. Select the Manual Selection
(Vehicle Name) tab, and then
select the Vehicle Name and
Model Year.
NOTE: If the screen shown in
Figure 15 does not display, skip to
the next page, step 30.
28. Select Select.

Figure 15

29. Confirm the correct Vehicle Name
and Model Year are displayed.
When finished, select Confirm.
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Figure 16

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30. Confirm the correct VIN is
displayed.
When finished, select Confirm.
NOTE: If the VIN displayed is
incorrect, input the correct VIN.
When finished, select Confirm.

Figure 17

31. Select MULTI AV.


Use the scroll arrows if
needed.

Figure 18

32. Select After ECU Replacement.

Figure 19

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33. Select Manual selection.

Figure 20

34. Use the drop down menus to
select the configuration options
that were printed or written down
in step 16.


Use the scroll arrow if more
than one page of information
is available.

NOTE: Configurable options may
differ and look different from
Figure 21.
Figure 21

35. Confirm the configuration settings
displayed under Setting Value
are correct, and then select OK.

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36. Turn the ignition OFF, and then start the engine.
37. After starting the engine, wait for about 30 seconds.
38. Use C-III plus to erase any codes from the Multi AV system.
a. Select Home on the C-III plus screen.
b. Select Diagnosis (One System) > Multi AV > Self Diagnosis Results.
c. Erase any codes that may be present.
39. Close C-III plus and disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.
40. Check that the operation of the DCU and, if equipped, Rear View Monitor camera images
(fixed guide lines and predictive course lines) are normal.
41. Disconnect the GR8 from the 12V battery.

AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE REFERENCE
January 15, 2019

NTB19-002

DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published

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