Classification:

Reference:

EL15-006u

Date:

NTB15-049u

June 4, 2020

TELEMATICS SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED
VEHICLES:

2016-2018 Altima (L33) – SL with Technology Package
2019-2020 Altima (L34) – SL, Platinum, Platinum 2.0L, Edition ONE
2018-2020 Armada (Y62)
2017-2020 GT-R (R35)
2018-2020 LEAF (ZE1) – With Navigation
2016-2020 Maxima (A36) – Platinum
2017-2020 Murano (Z52) – Platinum
2017 Pathfinder (R52) – SV and Platinum, SL with Tech Package,
SL with Premium Package
2018-2020 Pathfinder (R52) – SL and Platinum, SV with Tech Package
2016-2020 Rogue (T32) – SL
2017-2019 Rogue Hybrid (T32) – SL
2017-2020 Rogue Sport (J11) – SL and SV with Premium/Technology
Package
2016-2018 Sentra (B17) – SR and SL with Tech Package
2016-2019 Titan/Titan XD (A61) – SL and Platinum, Pro-4X with
Convenience Package

SERVICE INFORMATION
The Applied Vehicles are equipped with a wireless communication device called a
Telematics Communication Unit (TCU). With an active NissanConnectSM Services
subscription, the TCU communicates with the NissanConnectSM Services Data Center to
provide various security and convenience services.
This bulletin contains important service procedures that must be performed properly in
order to set-up and maintain the telematics system for the Applied Vehicles.
 A table has been provided on the next page that lists the model and year-specific
steps required to successfully configure a TCU after it has been replaced.
 A check off sheet has been provided on page 21 to print and check off steps as they
are performed. Please staple the completed check off sheet to the repair order.
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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REQUIRED ACTIONS BY MODEL AND YEAR
IMPORTANT: After installing the replacement TCU (steps 1-14):
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All steps below must be completed or telematics services will not operate properly.

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Follow all of the model/year specific steps in this bulletin and use the check off sheet
provided at the end of this bulletin.

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If the TCU is replaced and the steps were not followed, the warranty claim will be
denied.

ORDER OF COMPLETION
Model

Altima

Year

2016-2017
2018-2020
2018

Armada**

2018.5*
2019-2020

GT-R
LEAF
Maxima
Murano
Pathfinder
Rogue
Rogue Hybrid
Rogue Sport
Sentra
Titan/Titan XD

2017-2018
2019-2020
2018-2020
2016-2017
2018-2020
2017
2018-2020
2017
2018-2020
2016-2017
2018-2020
2017
2018-2019
2017-2018
2018.5-2020*
2016-2018
2016-2017
2018-2019

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

5th

Write
VIN

Configure
TCU

Register
I-Keys

Turn
ON TCU

Register TCU
with SXM

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For 2018.5 vehicles, configuration is needed only if the TCU ID number begins with
"2047".
** Confirm if the BCM needs to be replaced. Refer to the IMPORTANT note on page 4.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS:

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Required Actions by Model and Year ..……………………………………… page 2

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TCU Replacement ………………………………………………………………. page 4

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Check OFF Sheet …………………………………………………….…………. page 21

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Manually Enter VIN Data ………………………………………………………. page 22

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SOS Light Diagnosis Information ….………………………………………… page 23
NOTE: If the green SOS light is OFF or has turned OFF, the vehicle may no longer
be in Dealer Demo mode, and SXM has disabled all services. The vehicle will need
to be enrolled for customer use. Do NOT replace the TCU.

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Turning ON the TCU During PDI (2016-2017 Applied Vehicles ONLY)..… page 24
NOTE: If the “Turning ON the TCU During PDI” procedure is not followed correctly,
the vehicle cannot be used in Dealer Demo mode or enrolled in NissanConnectSM
Services. Should this occur, the “Turning ON the TCU During PDI” procedure will
need to be performed again.

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TCU REPLACEMENT
NOTE:
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Each TCU is registered to a specific Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). TCUs
cannot be “swapped” between vehicles. Once a TCU is registered to a vehicle, the
TCU cannot be used in another vehicle.

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During this procedure, Intelligent Key Registration must be performed for the
vehicles listed in this table. You MUST have ALL customer keys collected.
2016 – 2020 Altima
2018 – 2020 Armada

2018 – 2020 Rogue
2018 – 2019 Rogue Hybrid

2016 – 2020 Maxima

2018.5 – 2020 Rogue Sport *
2016 – 2019 Titan / Titan XD

2017 – 2020 Murano
2017 – 2020 Pathfinder

* Intelligent Key Registration is required for 2018.5 Rogue Sport vehicles, not 2018
Rogue Sport vehicles. To determine if your vehicle applies, see step 32 on page
13 and locate the TCU ID number (Figure 17). If the TCU ID number begins with
“2047”, all customer keys must be collected for registration.
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The new/replacement TCU must come from Nissan North America parts supply.

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Some vehicles require TCU Configuration after replacement. Refer to step 20 on
page 9.

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The VIN MUST be written to the replacement TCU after installation.

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The replacement TCU must be registered with SXM.

IMPORTANT: Are you replacing the TCU in a 2018 Armada?
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No
 Continue to step 1 on the next page.

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Yes
 Use C-III plus to check the BCM part number.
 Is the BCM part number *****-6GX0A?
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No – Continue to step 1 on the next page.

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Yes – Replace the BCM and then continue to step 1 on the next page.
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Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for BCM removal
information: ELECTRICAL POWER CONTROL > BODY
CONTROL SYSTEM > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > BCM.

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Save VIN Data
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Connect the C-III plus VI to the vehicle.
3. Turn the ignition ON.
4. Launch C-III plus on the CONSULT PC.

5. Select Diagnosis (One
System).
Step
5

Figure 1

6. Select TELEMATICS.

Step
6

Figure 2

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7. Select Work support.

Step
7

Figure 3
8. Select SAVE VIN DATA.

Step
8

Step
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9. Select Start.

Figure 4

10. Select Start.
Step
10

NOTE: If the VIN data cannot be
saved, you will have to manually
enter the VIN later in this
procedure.

Figure 5

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11. Select End.

Step
11

Figure 6
Remove the Original TCU
12. Remove the TCU from the vehicle. Refer to the ESM for removal information.
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For PDF ESM: section AV–Audio, Visual & Navigation System

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For Web ESM: DRIVER INFORMATION & MULTIMEDIA > AUDIO VISUAL &