Inspection Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULT CHECK
Check self-diagnosis results.

Self-diagnosis results

ST ANGLE SEN CIRCUIT

ST ANGLE SEN SIGNAL

Is the above displayed in the self-diagnosis item?
1. Yes >> GO TO 3.
2. No >> GO TO 2.
DATA MONITOR CHECK
Conduct "Data Monitor" of the "STEERING ANGLE SIGNAL" to check if the status is normal.

Fig 1: Checking Data Monitor
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OK or NG
1. OK >> INSPECTION END.
2. NG >> GO TO 3.
CONNECTOR INSPECTION
1. Disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit connector E125 and steering angle sensor M47.
2. Check the terminals for deformation, disconnection, looseness or damage.
OK or NG
1. OK >> GO TO 4.
2. NG >> Repair or replace as necessary.
CHECKING STEERING ANGLE SENSOR POWER AND GROUND
1. Turn the ignition switch on.
2. Check voltage between steering angle sensor connector M47 and ground.
  
  Fig 2: Terminal Voltage Specification
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  Fig 3: Checking Steering Angle Sensor Power And Ground
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3. Check resistance between steering angle sensor connector M47 and ground.
  
  Fig 4: Terminal Voltage Specification
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  Fig 5: Checking Resistance Between Steering Angle Sensor Connector M47 And Ground
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OK or NG
1. OK >> Check the CAN communication system. Refer to CAN Communication System Inspection . If the CAN communication system is OK, replace spiral cable (steering angle sensor) and adjust neutral position of steering angle sensor. Refer to Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Position .
2. NG >> Repair the circuit.