Nissan OBD / OBD2 Codes >> 300ZX / Turbo – Frontier – Maxima – Pathfinder – Quest – Xterra (1996 – 2004)

ModeLYearEngine identificationSystem
300ZX  3.01996VG30DE  ECCS
300ZX  3.0L Turbo1996VG30DETT  ECCS
Frontier 3.3L1999-04VG33E/VG33ER  ECCS
Maxima 3.0L1995-02VQ30DE  ECCS
Pathfinder 3.3L1996-00VG33E  ECCS
Pathfinder 3.5L2001VQ35DE  ECCS
Quest 3.0L1996-98VG30E  ECCS
Quest 3.3L1999-02VG33E  ECCS
Xterra  3.3L2000-04VG33E/VG33ER  ECCS

General information

  • Engine control module (ECM) incorporates self-diagnosis function.
  • Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate if certain faults are recorded.
  • ECM operates in backup mode if sensors fail, to enable vehicle to be driven to workshop
  • Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->/Pathfinder/ Xterra 2001 ->: Trouble codes can only be displayed by using a Scan Tool connected to the data link connector (DLC).
  • Except Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->I Pathfinder/Xterra 2001 ->: Trouble codes can be displayed by the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or by using a Scan Tool connected to the data link connector (DLC).
o 300ZX/Frontier/Maxima 1996 ->/Quest/ Pathfinder/Xterra: 1 [1].
o Maxima ->1995: 2 [1).
NOTE: The use of a Scan Tool is essential to obtain full diagnostic information.

Accessing – Mode 1

  • Switch ignition ON.
  • Check MIL illuminates.
  • Start engine. Allow to idle.
  • If MIL extinguishes, no trouble codes have been recorded.
  • If MIL remains illuminated, access trouble codes.

Accessing – Mode 2 – except Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->/Pathfinder/ Xterra 2001 ->

  • Access engine control module (ECM):
o 300ZX – 4 [1].
o Frontier/Maxima – 3 [2].
o Quest – 2 [2].
o Pathfinder – 1 [3).
  • Switch ignition ON. Do NOT start engine.
  • Turn diagnostic mode selector on ECM fully clockwise [5].
  • Wait at least 2 seconds.
  • Turn diagnostic mode selector on ECM fully counterclockwise [5].
  • Self-diagnosis now in Mode 2.
  • MIL should flash.
  • Count flashes and compare with trouble code table.
o Long flashes indicate the ‘hundreds’ of the trouble code [6] [A].
o Short flashes indicate the ‘units’ of the trouble code [6] [C].
o A short pause separates each flash [6] [B].
o A long pause separates each trouble code [6] [D].
o For example: Trouble code 102 displayed [6].
  • Switch ignition OFF.
  • Self-diagnosis will return to Mode 1.

Accessing – Mode 2 – Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->/Pathfinder/Xterra 2001->

  • Trouble codes can only be displayed by using a Scan Tool connected to the data link connector (DLC).

Erasing – except Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->/Pathfinder/Xterra 2001 ->

  • Trouble codes can be erased by using a Scan Tool connected to the data link connector (DLC) or as follows:

With the ignition switch ON and the engine control module (ECM) in diagnosis test mode 2.

Turn diagnostic mode selector on ECM fully clockwise [5]

Trouble codes are erased.

Switch ignition OFF.

Turn diagnostic mode selector on ECM fully counterclockwise [5].

Repeat checking procedure to ensure no data remains in ECM fault memory.

Erasing – Frontier, Maxima & Quest 2000 ->/Pathfinder/Xterra 2001->

  • Trouble codes can only be erased by using a Scan Tool connected to the data link connector (DLC).

Trouble code  identification

Flash codeOBD·II codeFault locationProbable cause
–PO, P2, uoRefer to OBD-11 trouble code tables–
101–Camshaft position (CMP) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, CMP sensor, starter motor, ECM
102–Mass air flow (MAF) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, MAF sensor, ECM
103–Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, ECT sensor, ECM
104–Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) – circuit malfunctionWiring, VSS, ECM
111P1447Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – flow malfunctionWiring, EVAP valve, hose leak/blockage, canister, BARO sensor, MAP/BARO switching valve, ECM
112P1165Intake manifold air control system – vacuum check switch circuit malfunctionWiring, vacuum check switch, hose leak/   blockage, air control solenoid, ECM
113P1443Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system -vacuum check switch circuit malfunctionWiring, EVAP vacuum check switch, hose leak/blockage, TP/ECT sensor, EVAP valve, ECM
114–Fuel trim – RH – mixture too richWiring, intake/exhaust system, H02S front, fuel system, injector, MAF sensor, ECM
115–Fuel trim – RH – mixture too leanWiring, exhaust system, H02S front, fuel system, injector, MAF sensor, ECM
201P1320Ignition signal – circuit malfunctionWiring, ignition coillmodule, ignition system, CKP sensor, ECM
203–Closed throttle position (CTP) switch – circuit malfunctionWiring, CTP switch, ECM
205–Idle control system – malfunctionWiring, lAC system, ECM
206P1160Turbocharger (TC) wastegate pressure sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, TC pressure sensor, hose leak/   blockage, ECM
208P1900Engine coolant blower motor – circuit malfunctionWiring, blower motor, cooling system, ECM
209–Fuel trim – LH – mixture too richWiring, exhaust system, H02S front, fuel system, injector, MAF sensor, ECM
210–Fuel trim – LH – mixture too leanWiring, exhaust system, H02S front, fuel system, injector, MAF sensor, ECM
211–Engine over temperatureCooling system, engine coolant blower motor
213P1440Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – leaking/malfunctionWiring, fuel tank/cap, hose leak/ blockage, EVAP valve/canister, EVAP vent valve, BARO sensor, MAP/BARO switching valve, ECM
214P1444Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, EVAP valve/canister, ECM
215P1446Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – vent control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, EVAP vent valve, EVAP canister contaminated, ECM
301–Engine control module (ECM) – malfunctionECM
302–Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system – flow excessively high or lowWiring, hose leak/blockage, EGR valve, EGR/EVAP valve, ECM
303–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH front- circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, intake/fuel system, injector, ECM
304–Knock sensor (KS)- circuit malfunctionWiring, KS, ECM
305P1401Exhaust gas recirculation temperature   (EGRT) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, EGRT sensor, ECM
306–Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system – valve malfunctionWiring, EGR valve, EGR back pressure transducer, hose leak/blockage, CMP sensor, MAF sensor, EGR/EVAP valve, ECM
307–Closed loop control – RH 1996-97 – inoperativeWiring, H02S front, ECM
307P1148Closed loop control – RH 1998 – inoperativeWiring, H02S front, ECM
308–Closed loop control – LH 1996-97 – inoperativeWiring, H02S front, ECM
308P1168Closed loop control – LH 1998 – inoperativeWiring, H02S front, ECM
309P1448Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – vent control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP vent valve, EVAP pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, EVAP canister contaminated, EVAP vacuum cut valve, ECM
311P1491Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – bypass vacuum valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP vacuum cut/bypass valve, hose leak/blockage, EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve, EVAP canister contaminated, ECM
312P1493Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP valve, hose leak/blockage, EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve, EVAP canister contaminated, ECM
313–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH rear- voltage highWiring, H02S, fuel/intake system, injector, ECM
314–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH rear- voltage lowWiring, H02S, fuel system, injector, ECM
315–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH rear- excessively high voltageWiring, H02S, ECM
401–Intake air temperature (IAT) sensor- circuit malfunctionWiring, IAT sensor, ECM
402–Fuel temperature sensor- circuit malfunctionWiring, fuel temperature sensor, ECM
403–Throttle position (TP) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, TP sensor, ECM
407P1335Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor 2 – circuit malfunctionWiring, CKP sensor, ECM
409–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front – slow responseWiring, H02S, fuel/intake system, injector, exhaust system, MAF sensor, ECM
410–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front – voltage highWiring, H02S, fuel system, injector,ECM
411–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front- voltage lowWiring, H02S, fuel/intake system, injector, ECM
412–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front – excessively high voltageWiring, H02S, ECM
413–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S)- LH front- slow responseWiring, H02S, fuel/intake system, injector, exhaust system, crankcase vent valve, MAF sensor, ECM
414–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH front- voltage highWiring, H02S, fuel system, injector, ECM
415–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S)- LH front- voltage lowWiring, H025, fuel/intake system, injector, ECM
503–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front- circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, ECM
504–ECM/TCM – communication malfunctionWiring, ECM, TCM
505–No self-diagnostic failure indicated–
509–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH front – excessively high voltageWiring, H02S, ECM
510–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – rear – voltage highWiring, H02S, fuel/intake system, injector, ECM
511–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – rear- voltage lowWiring, H02S, fuel system, injector, ECM
512–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S)- rear – excessively high voltageWiring, H02S, ECM
514P1402Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system – excessive flowWiring, EGR/EVAP valve, EGR valve, EGRT sensor, EGR back pressure transducer, ECM
515–Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system – circuit malfunctionWiring, EGR valve, ECM
603–Cylinder No.6 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
604–Cylinder No.5 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
605–Cylinder No.4 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
606–Cylinder No.3 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
607–Cylinder No.2 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
608–Cylinder No.1 – misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
701–Random misfireWiring, mechanical fault, fuel system, EGR valve, injector, intake/ignition system, CKP sensor, H02S front, ECM
702–Catalytic converter – RH – efficiency below limitCatalytic converter, wiring, intake/
  exhaust system, injector, ECM
703–Catalytic converter – LH – efficiency below limitCatalytic converter, wiring, intake/   exhaust system, injector, ECM
704–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – pressure sensor malfunctionWiring, EVAP pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, EVAP vent/control valve, EVAP canister, ECM
705–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – leaking/malfunctionWiring, fuel tank/cap, hose leak/ blockage, EVAP valve/canister, EVAP vent valve, BARO sensor, MAP/BARO switching valve, ECM
706–Mixture controlWiring, intake/exhaust system, injector, fuel system, MAF sensor, ECM
707–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – Maxima  Wiring, H02S, intake/fuel system, injector, ECM
1996-97 rear – circuit malfunction
707–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – except Maxima 1996-97 RH rear – circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, intake/fuel system, injector, ECM
707–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S)- 1998 rear – circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, intake/fuel system, injector, ECM
708–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH rear- circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, intake/fuel system, injector, ECM
715–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – large leakEVAP canister purge system, hose leak, EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve, fuel filler cap, ECM
801P1441Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – bypass vacuum valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP bypass/cut valve, hose leak/blockage, ECM
801P1490Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – bypass vacuum valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP bypass/cut valve, hose leak/blockage, ECM
802–Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor 1 – circuit malfunctionWiring, CKP sensor, ECM
803–Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor – circuit malfunctionWiring, MAP sensor, ECM
804P1605TCM diagnosis communication line – malfunctionWiring, TCM
805P1110Camshaft position (CMP) actuator – circuit malfunctionWiring, CMP actuator, ECM
807–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – 1996-97 – control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP control valve, EVAP valve/ pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, ECM
807P1492Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – 1998 – control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP control valve, EVAP valve/ pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, ECM
901–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH front- heater circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, ECM
902–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – rear- Maxima – heater circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, ECM
902–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – RH rear-   300ZX/Pathfinder – heater circuit   malfunctionWiring, H02S, ECM
903–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – vent control valve circuit malfunctionWiring, EVAP vent control valve, EVAP breather valve/pressure sensor, hose leak/blockage, ECM
904P1550Torque converter clutch solenoid – 1996-97 – voltage lowWiring, clutch solenoid, TCM, ECM
904P1775Torque converter clutch solenoid – 1998 – voltage lowWiring, clutch solenoid, TCM, ECM
905P1336Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor 1 – rotor teeth damageWiring, CKP sensor, ECM
908–Engine coolant temperature – too low for closed loop controlWiring, ECT sensor, cooling system, ECM
1001–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH front – heater circuit malfunctionWiring, H025, ECM
1002–Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – LH rear – heater circuit malfunctionWiring, H02S, ECM
1003–Park/neutral position (PNP) switch –   1996-97 – circuit malfunctionWiring, PNP switch, ECM
1003P1706Park/neutral position (PNP) switch – circuit malfunctionWiring, PNP switch, ECM
1004P1130Intake manifold air control solenoid – malfunctionWiring, control solenoid, intake system, hose leak/blockage, control vacuum check switch, ECM
1005P1400Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system/ evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – valve malfunctionWiring, EGRIEVAP valve, ECM
1008P1445Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – 1996-97 – volume control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP valve, ECM
1008–Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – 1998 – control valve malfunctionWiring, EVAP valve, ECM
1101–Park/neutral position (PNP) switch – circuit malfunctionWiring, PNP switch, ECM
1102–AT- vehicle speed sensor (VSS)Wiring, VSS, TCM
1103–AT -first gear selection – malfunctionValve block
1104–AT- second gear selection – malfunctionValve block
1105–.AT – third gear selection – malfunctionValve block
1106–AT -fourth gear selection – malfunctionValve block
1107–Torque converter lock-up solenoid – circuit malfunctionWiring, clutch solenoid, TCM
1108–AT- shift solenoid A -voltage lowWiring, solenoid A, TCM
1201–AT – shift solenoid 8 – voltage lowWiring, solenoid 8, TCM
1203P1760AT – overrun clutch solenoid -voltage lowWiring, clutch solenoid, TCM
1204–Torque converter clutch solenoid – voltage lowWiring, clutch solenoid, TCM
1205–AT – line pressure solenoid – voltage low .Wiring, pressure solenoid, TCM
1206P1705AT – throttle position (TP) sensor- voltage high or lowWiring, TP sensor, TCM, ECM
1207–Engine speed (RPM) – incorrect voltage signal ECM to TCMWiring, RPM sensor, TCM, ECM
1208–.Transmission fluid temperature (TFT)   sensor – excessively high or low voltageWiring, temperature sensor, TCM, ECM
1302P1105MAP/BARO switching valve – circuit malfunctionWiring, MAP/BARO switching valve, ECM
1305P1220Fuel pump (FP) control module – circuit malfunctionWiring, FP control module, ECM
1306P1150Turbocharger (TC) wastegate regulating valve – LH – circuit malfunctionWiring, TC wastegate regulating valve, ECM
1307P1155Turbocharger (TC) wastegate regulating valve – RH – circuit malfunctionWiring, TC wastegate regulating valve, ECM
1308P1900Engine coolant blower motor – circuit malfunctionWiring, coolant blower motor, cooling system, ECM
–P1065Engine control module (ECM) – battery voltage supplyWiring, fuse, ECM
–P1121Throttle motor – malfunctionThrottle motor, ECM
–P1122Throttle motor – circuit malfunctionWiring, throttle motor, ECM
–P1124Throttle motor – short circuitWiring, throttle motor, throttle motor relay, ECM
–P1126Throttle motor – open circuit – Maxima 2002Wiring, throttle motor, throttle motor relay, ECM
–P1126Thermostat – stuck open – except Maxima 2002  Wiring, thermostat, ECT sensor
–P1128Throttle motor – short circuitWiring, throttle motor, ECM
–P1143Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 1 – voltage lowWiring, mixture, H02S, ECM
–P1144Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 1 – voltage highWiring, mixture, H02S, ECM
–P1146Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 2- voltage lowWiring, mixture, H02S, ECM
–P1147Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 2 – voltage lowWiring, injectors, fuel pressure, air leak, H02S, ECM
–P1163Heated oxygen sensor (H02S)Wiring, H02S, ECM
–P1164Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) – voltage highWiring, mixture, H02S, ECM
–P1166Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 2 – voltage lowWiring, mixture, H02S, ECM
–P1167Heated oxygen sensor (H02S) 2 – voltage lowWiring, injectors, fuel pressure, air leak, H02S, ECM
–P1211ABS!TCS control module – communication malfunctionWiring, ABSITCS control module, ECM
–P1212ABS!TCS control module – circuit malfunctionWiring, ABSITCS control module, ECM
–P1217Engine over temperatureCooling system, engine coolant blower motor
–P1223Throttle position (TP) sensor 2 -voltage lowWiring, TP sensor
–P1224Throttle position (TP) sensor 2 – voltage highWiring, TP sensor
–P1225Throttle motor position sensor – learning problem, voltage lowWiring, TP sensor 1, TP sensor 2
–P1226Throttle motor position sensor – learning problemWiring, TP sensor 1, TP sensor 2
–P1227Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 2 – voltage lowWiring, APP sensor
–P1228Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor 2 – voltage highWiring, APP sensor
–P1229Engine control module (ECM) – sensor supply voltage low/highWiring, APP sensor, throttle motor position sensor, MAF sensor, fuel tank pressure sensor, TP sensor(s), refrigerant pressure sensor
–P1243Supercharger (SC) bypass valve – circuit malfunctionWiring, SC bypass valve
–P1442Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – small leakEVAP canister purge system, hose leak, EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve, fuel filler cap, ECM
–P1456Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge system – very small leakEVAP canister purge system, hose leak, EVAP pressure sensor/vent valve, fuel filler cap, ECM
–P1464Fuel gauge tank sensor- voltage highWiring, fuel gauge tank sensor, ECM
–P1572Cruise control brake pedal switch – circuit malfunctionWiring, cruise control brake pedal switch, clutch pedal position (CPP) switch, ECM
–P1574Cruise control vehicle speed sensor – signal malfunctionWiring, cruise control vehicle speed sensor, ECM
–P1610Ignition key/engine control module (ECM) – malfunctionIncorrect ignition key, ECM
–P1611Immobilizer control module/engine control module (ECM) – codingImmobilizer control module/ECM   incorrectly coded
–P1612Immobilizer control module/engine control module (ECM) communication – malfunctionWiring, immobilizer control module, ECM
–P1613Engine control module (ECM), immobilizer function – internal failureECM
–P1614Immobilizer control module/module coding plug communication – no signalWiring, immobilizer control module, module coding plug
–P1615Ignition key/immobilizer control mod.ule communication – malfunctionIncorrect ignition key, immobilizer control module
–P1800Intake manifold air control solenoid – circuit malfunctionWiring, intake manifold air control solenoid
–P1805Brake pedal position (BPP) switch – circuit malfunctionWiring, BPP switch