Classification:

Reference:

EC15-007

Date:

NTB15-051

June 12, 2015

2015 ALTIMA, PATHFINDER, AND MURANO; MIL ON AND
REAR O2 SENSOR RELATED DTC STORED

APPLIED VEHICLES: 2015 Altima (L33) with V6 engine ONLY
2015 Pathfinder (R52)
2015 Murano (Z52)

IF YOU CONFIRM:
Any of the following DTCs are stored in the ECM:
 P0037, P0038, P0057, P0058, P0139, P0159,
P0141, P0161, P0137, P0157, P0138, P0158

ACTION:
Refer to the FLOW CHART on page 2.

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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FLOW CHART
Any of the following DTCs are found stored in the ECM:
P0037, P0038, P0057, P0058, P0139, P0159,
P0141, P0161, P0137, P0157, P0138, P0158

2015:
Altima or Pathfinder

2015 Murano

Check the ECM P/N for
possible reprogramming
(see page 5)

Check the ECM and
TCM P/Ns for possible
reprogramming
(see page 5)

Reprogram the
ECM as it applies

Reprogram the ECM
and TCM as they apply

Replace the rear O2 sensor(s)
related to the DTC(s) *
Erase DTC(s)

END

* Replace only the rear O2 sensor that relates to the stored DTC(s) (B1 and/or B2).
Do NOT replace both rear O2 sensors if the DTC(s) is for one rear O2 sensor.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
ECM/TCM Reprogramming


This procedure will require reprogramming of the ECM first, and for some vehicles
the TCM second, which means most steps in this procedure may need to be done
twice.



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.

Preparation for Reprogramming


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
FigureAA
Figure
NOTE:
 After ECM reprogramming is complete, you will be required to perform
Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL), and
Accelerator Closed Position.
 The above conditions are required for the IAVL to complete.

CAUTION:


Connect the GR8 battery charger to the vehicle battery.
The vehicle battery voltage must stay between 12.0V and 15.5V during
reprogramming, or the ECM/TCM may be damaged.



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

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

2. Open ASIST on the CONSULT PC and start C-III plus.

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

The serial number (Serial No.) will display when the plus VI is recognized /
connected.

4. Select Re/programming, Configuration.

Step 3: 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 (or TCM) Part Number and write it on the repair order.

NOTE: This is the current ECM or TCM Part Number (P/N).
ECM preprogramming must be performed first.

6A: Current P/N

Figure 2

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

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



If there is not a match, reprogramming does not apply. Make sure to check
both ECM and TCM (as it applies) for a match.

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Table A (ECM)
MODEL

CURRENT ECM PART NUMBER: 237109HP6A, 9HP6B

2015 Altima

9HP7A, 9HP7B
9PB0A, 9PB0B
2015 Pathfinder
9PB1A, 9PB1B
5AA0A, 5AA0B
5AA3A, 5AA3B

2015 Murano

5AA4A, 5AA4B
5AA5A, 5AA5B

Table B (TCM)
MODEL

CURRENT TCM PART NUMBER: 31036-

2015 Murano

5AA0A, 5AA0D

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7. Follow the on-screen instructions to navigate C-III plus and reprogram the ECM (and
TCM, if it applies).

NOTE:


In some cases, more than one new P/N for reprogramming is available.
 In this case, 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.

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 the information on the next page.

9. Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.

10. Select Next.

Step
10

Figure 4

NOTE:


In the next steps (page 9):
1. For ECM reprogramming you will perform Throttle Valve Closed Position, Idle
Air Volume Learn, Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.
2. For TCM reprogramming, only DTC erase is needed.



These operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final reprogramming
confirmation report.

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ECM/TCM 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 / 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:
NOTE: For TCM reprogramming, only erase DTCs as needed.


Throttle Valve Closed Position.



Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL).

NOTE:
 Listed below are the conditions required for IAVL to complete.
 If IAVL does not complete within a few minutes, a condition may be out of
range.
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, and rear window
defogger).
o Steering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position).
o Vehicle speed: Stopped.
o Transmission: Warmed up (ATF TEMP SE less than 0.9V).


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. Make sure you have performed ECM (and if applicable, TCM) reprogramming (ECM
first).
17. Close C-III plus.
18. Turn the ignition OFF.
19. Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.

Go to the next page.

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Rear O2 Sensor(s)
1. Replace the rear O2 sensor(s) on the affected bank(s) (related to the stored DTC).


Refer to section EM-Mechanical of the appropriate Electronic Service Manual
(ESM) for rear O2 sensor replacement.
NOTE: Do NOT replace both rear O2 sensors if the DTC(s) is for one rear O2
sensor.
WARNING: Exhaust system parts may be hot.

2. 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 the contents of this bulletin are not covered by this
bulletin.

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PARTS INFORMATION
MODEL

DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QTY

ALL

HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR, LH REAR

226A0-BV80A

1

ALL

HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR, RH REAR

226A0-4LA0A

1

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
Replace Rear O2 Sensor
One
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Replace Rear O2 Sensor
(1)
DE53AA
HD
32
(2)
(1) Use the appropriate part number listed above in the parts information table.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
Or
Both
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Replace Rear O2 Sensors
(1)
DE55AA
HD
32
(2)
(1) Use the appropriate part number listed above in the parts information table.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
And on the same repair line:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
FRT
Reprogram ECM
DE97AA
(1) (2)
(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(2) 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.
And on the same repair line if the TCM is reprogrammed (Murano):
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
FRT
Reprogram TCM
JE0AAA
(1) (2)
(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(2) 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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