Classification:

Reference:

WT13-005a

Date:

NTB13-088a

September 15, 2015

LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM
BULLETINS SUMMARY
This bulletin has been amended. Changes were made to several sections.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:

All vehicles equipped with:
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
or
Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS)

SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure
Warning System (LTPWS) information for:


Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems



Radio frequency interference causing a “No Data” (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711)
condition



Sensor leaks



Moving TPMS/LTPWS wheel assemblies from one vehicle to another and
TPMS/LTPWS sensor registration



Air pressure changes with altitude and ambient temperatures



Aftermarket tire sealers



Aftermarket wheels



Inflating/deflating tires with TPMS/LTPWS sensors

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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BASIC DIAGNOSING OF TPMS/LTPWS SYSTEMS

The TPMS/LTPWS system can be diagnosed by turning the ignition to the “OFF” and then
to the ”ON” position (engine is not required to be running).

If the TPMS/LTPWS warning light is illuminated (continuously or flashing)

Normal Operation
NORMAL

If the TPMS/LTPWS warning light is continuously illuminated
(not flashing), the TPMS/LTPWS is operating normally and has
detected low tire pressure in one of the tires.




Leave the ignition in the “ON” position* (engine is not
required to be running) and set the tire pressure to the
recommended pressure shown on the vehicle’s tire
pressure placard.

Continuosly illuminated
(not flashing)

Leaving the ignition in the ON position may allow the
TPMS/LTPWS to detect the corrected tire pressure
more quickly on 2009 and newer models (WITHOUT
having to drive the vehicle).

NOTE:


Normal tire pressure maintenance is not covered under warranty.



Some 2011 and newer models will display an alert in the Vehicle
information display near the speedometer. The alert will read
"Check Tire Pressure", or similar, and will accompany the
illuminated TPMS/LTPWS light.

CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE

Malfunction Present
MALFUNCTION
If the TPMS/LTPWS warning light is flashing for
approximately one minute, there is a TPMS/LTPWS system
malfunction. Some models will also display a message in
the meter indicating a malfunction. Check the DTC and refer
to the Service Manual for repair instructions.

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Flashing for
approximately one minute

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RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE CAUSING A “NO DATA” (C1708, C1709, C1710,
C1711) CONDITION

Radio Frequency (RF) interference can cause a No Data condition and may be caused by
any device that is transmitting RF on the same or similar frequency that the TPMS/LTPWS
sensors are on and is not covered under warranty.

Cell phone chargers (Figure 1), aftermarket DVD players, etc. should be removed from the
vehicle first and then the vehicle retested before further diagnostic is performed.

Figure 1

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SENSOR LEAKS
Sensor leaks can be caused by irregularities of
the wheel TPMS/LTPWS sensor sealing surface
or damaged TPMS/LTPWS sensor seals.

Valve stem sprayed
with soapy water to
detect leak

Always confirm suspected leaks with a soapy
water solution.

Figure 2
Irregularities of TPMS/LTPWS Sensor Sealing Surface
Irregular sealing surfaces, contamination oil, etc., may allow an air leak to form between the
wheel and TPMS/LTPWS sensors.

Irregular surfaces

Figures 3-5

TPMS/LTPWS Seals
TPMS / LTPWS
seal

Do Not replace the TPMS/LTPWS
sensor assembly for a leak. Replace the
seal or repair the wheel as needed.
NOTE: Figure 6 is for reference only and
may appear to be different depending on
the model and year that is being
serviced.

Figure 6
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MOVING TPMS/LTPWS WHEEL ASSEMBLIES FROM ONE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER
AND TPMS/LTPWS SENSOR REGISTRATION

Moving TPMS/LTPWS Wheel Assemblies
TPMS/LTPWS sensors can have different
part numbers from model to model and
may not operate correctly or operate at all.

CAUTION:


New style and old style TPMS
components are not compatible
and cannot be interchanged.



Swapping of new style and old
style components will cause the
TPMS to stop operating correctly.



TPMS

Figure 7

If further confirmation of the TPMS sensor part number is required, review the part
number of the originally installed equipment before replacement.

Figure 8

Compare part
numbers

Figure 9

To confirm the latest part numbers, always consult the appropriate parts catalog
when replacing or exchanging TPMS sensors, receivers, or control modules.

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TPMS/LTPWS Sensors Must Be Registered To Each Vehicle Every Time the Wheels Are
Swapped

TPMS/LTPWS wheel sensors must be registered each time the wheels are rotated,
swapped or replaced so that the sensors operate correctly and send the correct tire
pressure from the new wheel location.

If tires are rotated or service is required on a vehicle’s Tire Pressure Monitor System/Low
Tire Pressure Warning System (TPMS/LTPWS), the Signal Tech II (special tool J-50190),
Tire Pressure Sensor Activation Tool J-45295, or Transmitter Activation tool (J-45295-A)
can be used to register TPMS/LTPWS sensors.

NOTE: Failure to update Signal Tech II may lead to misdiagnosis of vehicle.


The latest software is available on the CONSULT III PC at: ASIST > Specialty Tools
> Signal Tech II.



If you should encounter problems with updating, contact Techmate at 1-800-6622001.



Future updates will be released as needed. Check ASIST frequently for this
information.

NOTE:


Refer to the appropriate chapter and section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM)
for the model specific procedure to register and diagnose TPMS/LTPWS systems.



Tire Pressure Sensor Activation Tool J-45295 will not work
on some vehicles.

Instead use:


Transmitter Activation tool (J-45295-A) with C-III plus
or



Signal Tech II (J-50190) with C-III plus

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AIR PRESSURE CHANGES WITH ALTITUDE AND AMBIENT TEMPERATURES

The air pressure inside a tire can change due to several factors, such as:


Seasonal temperature change



Tire temperature change due to driving



Natural pressure loss over time

Compensate for the above temperature factors when adjusting and setting tire pressure.
Each vehicle is equipped from the factory with a TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION
label.
Example

Figure 10

This label lists the COLD tire pressure setting for the original tires on the specific vehicle.
NOTE: Tires are considered COLD after the vehicle has been parked for 3 or more hours,