Diagnostic Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SYMPTOM: Transmitter does not activate receiver.

Before conducting the procedure given below, make sure that system receiver (garage door opener, etc.) operates with original, hand-held transmitter. If NG, receiver or hand-held transmitter is malfunctioning, not vehicle related.

ILLUMINATE CHECK
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Does red light (LED) of transmitter illuminate when any button is pressed?
Fig 1: Identifying Red Light And Transmitter Buttons
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Yes or No

YES: GO TO 2.

NO: GO TO 3.
TRANSMITTER CHECK
Check transmitter with Tool.*

*For details, refer to Technical Service Bulletin.

OK or NG

OK: Receiver or hand-held transmitter malfunction, not vehicle related.

NG: Replace transmitter.
POWER SUPPLY CHECK
1. Disconnect transmitter.
2. Check voltage between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror (integrated homelink transmitter) connector R7 terminal 5 and ground.
  5 - Ground: Battery voltage
Fig 2: Checking Voltage Between Auto Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R4 Terminal 5 And Ground
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OK or NG

OK: GO TO 4.

NG: Repair or replace fuse or harness.
GROUND CIRCUIT CHECK
Check continuity between auto anti-dazzling inside mirror (integrated homelink transmitter) connector R7 terminal 8 and body ground.

8 - Ground: Continuity should exist.

Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between Anti-Dazzling Inside Mirror Connector R4 Terminal 8 And Ground
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OK or NG

OK: Replace inside mirror assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL ".

NG: Repair or replace harness.