Scan the agitation edict for your Nissan.
Scroll to or choose "Read Codes" or "DTCs" (diagnostic trouble codes), depending on what the pocket scanner onscreen menu options and button functions are. Hit the "enter" or "read" button once the "read codes" or "DTCs" menu option has been selected.7. Compare the diagnostic trouble code(s) on the Sentra to the online OBD II codes guide (see Resources).
Instructions
1. Conduct the Chauffeur's-side door of the 2000 Nissan Sentra.
2. Kneel down to place the DLC under the dashboard. It is uncovered and it is between the steering string and the Chauffeur's-side kick panel. Scrutinize the shape of the DLC before plugging in the pocket scanner. The shape of the plug on the scanner and the shape of the DLC Testament lone Friend properly in one position.
3. Plug the scanner into the DLC and build persuaded the plug of the scanner is seated fully against the backside of the DLC on the Sentra.
4. Turn the ignition basic of the Sentra two clicks forward. This is besides notorious as the "ll" position or the key-on/engine-off position. This Testament empower all the electrical Accoutrement in the Sentra and embellish all the lights on the instrument Swarm without the engine running.
5. Proceed from the instructions of the album for the pocket scanner. The devices are manufactured by many colorful companies, nevertheless, most are very simple to use by following the onscreen menu options displayed on the face of the scanner.
6.Matter codes chance on vehicles equipped with onboard diagnostics. In 1996, the automotive Production standardized the Accoutrement needed and tools used to assistance in diagnosing the agitation codes. It too mandated the facts/diagnostic link connector (DLC) on every vehicle be near the centre driveline of the steering revolve. On the 2000 Nissan Sentra, the DLC is located on the Chauffeur's side, underneath the dashboard, between the driver-side door and steering borderline.
Some higher-priced pocket scanners may give you a brief description of the DTC moreover to its number. There are three types of codes you can get. Powertrain (codes will start with a P and then a 4-digit series number), Body (codes will start with a B and then a 4-digit series number and letter combination) and Chassis (codes will start with a C and then a 4-digit series number).
