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EC99-013b NTB00-006b November 15, 2001

ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR NISSAN VEHICLES

This amended version of NTB00-006a updates the Service Information and Service Procedure Sections
of the bulletin. Please refer to this bulletin (NTB00-006b) for complete information.
Please discard all previously released paper copies of NTB00-006a.

APPLIED VEHICLE(S): 1999 Frontier (D22)

1999 Quest (V41)
1999.5 Pathfinder (R50)
All 2000 and later

SERVICE INFORMATION
• ECM Reprogramming is available to update the ECM of selected 1999, 2000 and later
Nissan vehicles when it is determined to be necessary to do so.
• ECM Reprogramming allows the vehicle ECM operating program to be upgraded to the
latest operating specifications without removal or replacement of the ECM.
• An ECM that has been reprogrammed can be identified by the new ECM P/N displayed
by CONSULT-II.
NOTE: The updated software can be installed into a vehicle ECM without affecting
previously programmed NATS data.
IMPORTANT: The ECM should be reprogrammed only when required by a specific Nissan
Technical Bulletin or as otherwise directed by Nissan North America.
• ECM Reprogramming requires the use of ASIST, CONSULT-II with the Diagnostic
Software card (red/white color) and the ECU Reprogramming Software Card (orange
color).
• The ECU Reprogramming Software Card (orange color) is necessary to allow the
transfer of ECM Reprogramming Data from ASIST to the vehicle ECM.
• The ECM Reprogramming data needs to be loaded from ASIST before the card can be
used for Reprogramming.

CAUTION: The ECM can be permanently damaged if the Reprogramming procedure

is not followed exactly. Do not attempt Reprogramming if the vehicle or the
CONSULT-II batteries are low. Do not disconnect or disturb the CONSULT-II while
ECM Reprogramming is in progress. If the ECM is damaged, it must be replaced.

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• This bulletin introduces the Reprogramming process.
• It outlines the procedure for transferring ECM Reprogramming data from the ASIST PC
to your CONSULT-II unit, as well as the procedure for using CONSULT-II to reprogram
an ECM.
• Refer to the ECU Reprogramming Software Operations Manual (in ASIST) for additional
information on using CONSULT-II for ECM Reprogramming.

SERVICE PROCEDURE
When ECM Reprogramming is required to repair a vehicle, a Technical Service Bulletin will
be issued.
ECM Reprogramming involves two general steps:
• Download the ECM Reprogramming data from ASIST to CONSULT-II.
• Use CONSULT-II to install the ECM Reprogramming data into the vehicle ECM.
Download ECM Reprogramming data from ASIST to CONSULT-II
1. Install the ECU Reprogramming Software Card (orange) into slot A of CONSULT-II (see
Figure 1).
Insert card into slot A (top)

Make sure card is fully seated TP010647

Figure 1
2a. Connect the AC power supply to CONSULT-II.
2b. Connect CONSULT-II to the ASIST PC with the special Ethernet cable (P/N 02002554,
printed on the cable) contained in the CONSULT-II kit.
NOTES:
• Connect the special Ethernet cable to CONSULT-II at the “PC port” located at the
bottom end of the CONSULT-II unit.
• Connect the special Ethernet cable to the ASIST PC by connecting it to the “Ethernet
card” connection port located on the back of the computer.
3. Confirm the CONSULT-II date and time is correctly set as follows:
A. With the ECU Reprogramming Software card in slot A, turn on CONSULT-II.
B. Touch "SUB MODE".

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 Figure 2
C. Touch "SET DATE".
• If date is not correct, touch the month, day or year as needed. Then adjust it by
using arrow keys. Once done, press "SAVE", press "BACK" and go to step D.
• If date is OK, press "BACK" and go to step D.
D. Touch "SET TIME".
• If time is not correct, touch the hour, minute or AM/PM as needed. Then adjust it
by using arrow keys. Once done, press "SAVE", press "BACK" and go to
step 4.
• If time is OK, press "BACK" and go to step 4.
4. Set the Ethernet (IP) Address of the ASIST PC and CONSULT-II as follows:
NOTE: If your ASIST terminal has been used to perform ECM Reprogramming before,
you may skip steps "A" through "I" below and proceed to step 5 on page 5.
If you are unsure whether your ASIST terminal has been already set up for ECM
Reprogramming, proceed to step "A" below.
A. On the ASIST PC, click "START", "SETTINGS", "CONTROL PANEL", and then
select "NETWORK".
B. When the "Network Configuration" screen appears (see Figure 3) select "TCP/IP".
Then select "PROPERTIES".

Figure 3

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C. Compare Figure 4 below with the "TCP/IP PROPERTIES" screen on the ASIST PC.
• If the "IP ADDRESS" and "SUBNET MASK" appear EXACTLY as shown in
Figure 4, click "CANCEL" and close the "CONTROL PANEL" box. Now
continue to step "D".
• If the "IP ADDRESS" and "SUBNET MASK" do not match EXACTLY as shown
in Figure 4, change the numbers so that they do. Click "OK", reboot the
computer to save the new IP Address, and continue to step "D".

Figure 4
D. On CONSULT-II Touch "CONFIGURE ETHERNET".
E. Check that the Ethernet (IP) Address is 192.168.001.002 and the Mask is
255.255.255.000 (see Figure 5).

Figure 5
• If the Ethernet (IP) Address already matches the address listed in step "E"
above, press "COPY" to print the Address for future reference, turn off
CONSULT-II and proceed with step 5 below.
• If the Ethernet (IP) Address does not match the address listed in step "E" above,
proceed with step "F" below to correctly set the CONSULT-II Ethernet (IP)
address.

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 F. To change, touch the Address number on the CONSULT-II screen (titled "Configure
Ethernet"). A numeric keypad will appear (see Figure 6).

Figure 6
G. Use the keypad to change the Address and Mask to the correct number.
H. Touch "SAVE" and then press "COPY" to print the Address for future reference.
I. Turn off CONSULT-II to allow the new address to be saved in memory, then proceed
with step 5 below.
5. Launch ASIST. From the ASIST PC main menu screen, select "CONSULT UTILITIES"
(see Figure 7).

Altima
TM

Maxima

Altima

Sentra

Quest

Pathfinder

Xterra

Frontier

Truck

300ZX

More More

TP010614

Figure 7

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6. From the "CONSULT UTILITIES" screen, select "ECM DATA" (see Figure 8).

T CONSULT
UL
NS
CO
FAIL
NO rpm
1000 MONITOR NO FAIL
ITOR ) rpm
POS CMPS¥RPM(POS) 1000rpm
MON PM( 1000
) rpm
S¥R POS CMPS¥RPM(POS) 1000rpm
CMP PM( 1000
) rpm
S¥R POS 1000rpm
1000 CMPS¥RPM(POS)
CMP PM( )
S¥R rpm
POS 1000 CMPS¥RPM(POS) 1000rpm
CMP PM( )

CONSULT
S¥R POS 1000rpm
CMP CMPS¥RPM(POS)
PM(
S¥R
CMP CMP

CMP CMP
CMP CMP CMP
CMP
CMP

NO FAIL
MONITOR
) 1000rpm
CMPS¥RPM(POS
) 1000rpm
CMPS¥RPM(POS
) 1000rpm
CMPS¥RPM(POS
) 1000rpm
CMPS¥RPM(POS
) 1000rpm
CMPS¥RPM(POS

CMP
CMP

XXXXXX
CMP

XX

X
8888888
CMP

X8
8

88
88

XX
XX
XX88
XX88
88
88
TP010620
Figure 8
7. The "ECM DATA REPROGRAMMING" screen will be displayed (see Figure 9):

Update for A/T Models

Maxima 2002 Update for M/T Models

Altima 2001

Sentra 2000
Summary
Quest 1999
To 23710-5Y004 AT
Pathfinder Replaces 23710-5Y000, 5Y001, and 5Y003
To 23710-5Y014 AT TCS
Xterra Replaces 23710-5Y010, 5Y011, and 5Y013

Frontier CODE
(per TSB only) KeyPad

Back Main
Up Menu
More More

NOTE: Example only, your screen may differ. TP010612

Figure 9
A. Select model and model year for the applied vehicle.
B. Select the applicable vehicle configuration for your vehicle from that listed in the
upper right ECM data description window.
• If there is only one listing, go to step C.
• If multiple selections are listed (M/T vs A/T, Fed vs Cal, ect.), select the
applicable vehicle configuration then go to step C.
C. Click the "CONTINUE" button on the ECM Data Reprogramming screen to
proceed to CONSULT-II setup.

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8. Turn on CONSULT-II as follows to access the file transfer mode:
A. While pressing on the CONSULT-II screen with your thumb, quickly depress and
release the ON/OFF switch (see Figure 10).
NOTE: A double-beep will sound after the ON/OFF switch is quickly depressed and
released.
Release your thumb from the screen after a double-beep sound is heard.

Figure 10
B. Select "Transfer files via LAN" (see Figure 11). Set the CONSULT-II unit down for
now.
NOTE: If you accidentally choose a menu option other than "Transfer Files via LAN",
turn CONSULT-II off and restart it according to step 8A above.

Figure 11
9. On ASIST, make sure the Ethernet (IP) Address (for CONSULT-II) displayed in the
"CHANGE IP ADDRESS" box is the same number you printed in step 4E on page 4 or
4H on page 5, then select "CONTINUE".
NOTE: If the Ethernet (IP) Address (for CONSULT-II) displayed in the "CHANGE IP
ADDRESS” box is not correct, turn CONSULT-II off and return to step 4 on page 3 of
this bulletin.

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10. Data transfer will take about 1 minute and the progress of the transfer is displayed on
the ASIST PC screen (see Figure 12). Wait until the data transfer is complete (see
CAUTION, below).

CONSULT
CONSULT

MONITOR NO FAIL
NO FAIL
MONITOR
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM

CMP CMP CMP CMP

CMP CMP
CMP CMP CMP
CMP CMP CMP

NOTE:
The IP address
shown is only an
example. Your
address may differ.

TP010618
Figure 12

CAUTION: DO NOT DISCONNECT THE ETHERNET CABLE UNTIL

"COMPLETE" IS DISPLAYED AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 13. If the cable is
disconnected before "Complete" is displayed you MUST restart the download
procedure. Otherwise ECM damage can occur.
If the cable is disconnected during the transfer; close ASIST, push
"Control/Alt/Delete" and select End task. Then return to step 5 on page 5.

CONSULT
CONSULT

MONITOR NO FAIL
NO FAIL
MONITOR
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM
CMPS•RPM(POS) 1000rpm
(POS) 1000rpm
CMPS•RPM

CMP CMP CMP CMP

CMP CMP
CMP CMP CMP
CMP CMP CMP

NOTE:
The IP address
shown is only an
example. Your
address may differ.

TP010619
Figure 13
11. When transfer is complete select the "MAIN MENU" button on ASIST. Turn off
CONSULT-II and disconnect the AC power cord and the Ethernet cable from
CONSULT-II.

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Use CONSULT-II to Install ECM Reprogramming data into the vehicle ECM
CAUTION: Perform this operation in four steps. DO NOT SKIP any of these steps.
• Step 1: Check for DTC's in the ECM (Diagnostics card).
• Step 2: Confirm the vehicle and CONSULT-II battery voltage (Diagnostics card).
• Step 3: Perform ECM Reprogramming (Reprogramming card).
• Step 4: Perform ECM Reprogram Confirmation.
Step 1: Check for DTC’s in the ECM.
12. Confirm the vehicle's ignition switch is "OFF".
13. Use the DLC-II cable to connect CONSULT-II to the vehicle.
NOTE: On 1999 model vehicles use the DLC-I cable for DTC check.
14. Remove the ECU Reprogramming card from slot A of CONSULT-II and install the
Diagnostics (red/white) card into slot A (see Figure 14).
CAUTION: Do not use slot B (bottom slot).
Insert card into slot A (top)

Push here to
pop card out Make sure card is fully seated TP010648
Figure 14
15. Turn "ON" the ignition switch (do not start the engine). CONSULT-II will turn on
automatically (see Figure 15).

NISSAN

CONSULT-II

AED01B-1

START

SUB MODE

LIGHT COPY

TP010584
Figure 15

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16. Press "START" and select "ENGINE".
17. Press "SELF-DIAG RESULTS" and confirm that no DTC(s) exist.
• If no DTC(s) exist, proceed to step 18.
• If DTC(s) exist, print them, then erase the DTC(s) and proceed to step 18.
NOTE: Additional repairs may be necessary if the DTC's are not associated with a
Reprogramming bulletin. Refer to the appropriate Service Manual.
18. Press "BACK" three times to return to the CONSULT-II main menu.

Step 2: Confirm CONSULT-II Battery Voltage

19. Disconnect CONSULT-II from the vehicle and the AC/DC power cord.
20. Press "SUB MODE", then select "BATTERY CHARGE".
21. After about one minute has passed, check the CONSULT-II’s battery voltage reading on
the CONSULT-II screen (see Figure 16).
NOTE: CONSULT-II's battery voltage is called “BATTERY VOLTAGE”.

Battery Charging

CONSULT-II Elapsed Discharge Charge Time

Battery Voltage 00:01.02 00.00:00 00:01.02

Battery Voltage Charger Input

MUST BE ABOVE
8.00 VOLTS! 8.12 7.70
0% 100%

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Battery voltage is Battery Charge - IDLE

without AC power
supply and without Start Discharge &
connection to vehicle. Charging Charge

MODE BACK LIGHT COPY

TP010656
Figure 16
A. If CONSULT-II's battery voltage ("Battery Voltage") is less than 8 volts:
• Turn OFF CONSULT-II
• Charge the CONSULT-II battery before proceeding with ECM Reprogramming
OR
• Connect the AC/DC power supply cord to CONSULT-II during the reprogramming
procedure
B. If CONSULT-II’s battery voltage (“Battery Voltage”) is more than 8 volts, proceed
with the following step.

CAUTION: Do not attempt ECU Reprogramming if the CONSULT-II battery

voltage is below the specified voltage. Permanent ECU damage can occur if the
battery does not maintain the minimum voltage during the ECU Reprogramming.

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Step 2a: Confirm Vehicle Battery Voltage
22. Connect CONSULT-II to the vehicle making sure the connector is fully plugged in.
23. Turn the ignition switch ON (DO NOT start the vehicle).
24. After about one minute has passed, check the vehicle’s battery voltage reading on the
CONSULT-II screen (see Figure 17).
NOTE: The vehicle’s battery voltage is called "Charger Input".

Battery Charging

Elapsed Discharge Charge Time Vehicle

00:01.02 00.00:00 00:01.02 Battery Voltage

Battery Voltage Charger Input

8.32 12.15 MUST BE ABOVE

12.00 VOLTS!
0% 100%

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Battery Charge - IDLE

Start Discharge &

Charging Charge

MODE BACK LIGHT COPY

TP010657

Figure 17
A. If the vehicle’s battery charge ("Charger Input") is less than 12.0 volts:
• Press “BACK” (2x) to go back to the main menu
• Charge the battery properly/replace it before proceeding with ECM Reprogramming
OR
• Trickle charge the battery during the reprogramming procedure
B. If the vehicle’s battery charge (“Charger Input”) is more than 12.0 volts, proceed with
the following step.

CAUTION: Do not attempt ECU Reprogramming if the vehicle’s battery voltage

is below the specified voltage. Permanent ECU damage can occur if the battery
does not maintain the minimum voltage during the ECU Reprogramming.

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Step 3: ECM Reprogramming
25. Turn the vehicle's ignition switch "OFF" and CONSULT-II off.
26. Remove the Diagnostics (red/white) card from slot A of CONSULT II and install the ECU
Reprogramming card (orange) into slot A (see Figure 18).
CAUTION: Do not use slot B (bottom slot).
Insert card into slot A (top)

Push here to
pop card out Make sure card is fully seated TP010648
Figure 18
27. Make sure the DLC-II cable is firmly plugged into the vehicle harness (see
CAUTION below). Turn "ON" the ignition switch (do not start the engine). CONSULT-II
will turn on automatically (see Figure 19).
NOTE: ALL Reprogramming operations are done with the DLC-II cable ONLY.

NISSAN

ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT

REPROGRAMMING

UER01A

INITIATE ECU REPROGRAM

SUB MODE

LIGHT COPY

TP010585
Figure 19
28. Confirm that all electrical loads (except for the ignition) such as headlights, defroster,
A/C, Audio (radio), cellular telephone (if applicable) are "OFF".

CAUTION: Do not unplug CONSULT-II from the vehicle while Reprogramming

ECM. Do not attempt ECM reprogramming with any vehicle electrical loads "ON"
except for the ignition. Permanent ECM damage can occur.

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29. Roll down the driver's window part way, exit the vehicle, close the door and hang the
CONSULT II unit on the outside of the window (see Figure 20).

Figure 20
CAUTION: Do not open the vehicle doors, trunk, or hood during the reprogramming.
30. Press “INITIATE ECU REPROGARM” (see Figure 21), then do the following:
• Press “ECM”
• Review the precaution
• Press “NEXT”

NISSAN SELECT TARGET ECU PRECAUTION

<PRECAUTION>
ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT ECM 1. Make sure vehicle battery is properly
REPROGRAMMING charged.
TCM 2. Make sure all vehicle accessories are
OFF.
3. Connect AC/DC power supply to
UER01A CONSULT-II.(If CONSULT-II battery
is properly charged, this can be
omitted.)
<REPROGRAMMING>
4. Execute ECU reprogram based on
INITIATE ECU REPROGRAM
operation manual.
5. Touch 'START', the back light will turn
off automatically and reprogramming
will begin.

SUB MODE DOWN NEXT

LIGHT COPY BACK LIGHT COPY BACK LIGHT COPY

TP010616

Figure 21

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31. Press "CHECK ECM P/N" to confirm (i.e., take note of) the ECM part number on the
vehicle to be reprogrammed (see Figure 22).
NOTE: This is the vehicle’s ECM part number BEFORE Reprogramming.

Figure 22
32. Press "COPY" to print the current ECM part number for future reference.
33. Press "BACK" to return to the main menu.
34. Select the correct ECM program to install from the choices on the CONSULT-II screen
(see Figure 23).

Figure 23
35. The "REPROGRAM START" window should appear (see Figure 24).
NOTE: Refer to the ECU Reprogramming Software Operations Manual for instructions
on error messages.

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 Figure 24
36. Press "START". After a moment the window shown in Figure 25 will appear.
CONSULT-II will now turn off its screen backlight and reprogram the ECM.
NOTE: This process will take from 10 to 20 minutes.
CAUTION: Leave the vehicle and the CONSULT-II unit undisturbed until
Reprogramming is complete.
When the Reprogramming is complete, CONSULT-II will "beep", turn the screen
backlight back on and automatically print out a report.

Figure 25
CAUTION: If CONSULT-II prints "REPROGRAMMING UNEXPECTEDLY TERMINATED",
the ECM has been permanently damaged and will require replacement. Perform steps A
through D below.
A. Turn the ignition key "OFF", turn CONSULT-II "OFF" and DISCONNECT THE
NEGATIVE TERMINAL OF THE VEHICLE BATTERY (Do not start the vehicle with
the damaged ECM installed).
B. Remove the damaged ECM from the vehicle.
C. Attach the CONSULT-II printout to the repair order for future reference.
D. Replace the damaged ECM and return to step 5 on page 5 of this bulletin, being
careful to follow each step exactly as written.

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37. Once ECM Reprogramming is done, CONSULT II will print out a report (see Figure 26).
Attach this to the repair order for future reference.

Figure 26
38. Press "END" to return to the main menu. Enter the vehicle and turn the ignition switch
"OFF" and CONSULT-II off. Disconnect CONSULT-II from the vehicle.
39. Wait more than 10 seconds, then turn the ignition switch "ON" for 1 second.
Then, turn the ignition switch "OFF" again for 10 seconds.
40. Repeat step 39 for a total of three times (see Figure 27). This will reset ECM "self
learned" values.

Figure 27
Step 4: Perform ECM Reprogram Confirmation.
41. Start the engine and confirm it is operating normally.

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Please refer to the individual ECM Reprogram Technical Bulletin for specific claims
coding information.

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