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Classification:
Reference:
EC16-003c
Date:
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July 17, 2017
2013 – 2017 SENTRA; MIL ON WITH DTC P0101
This bulletin has been amended. CLAIMS INFORMATION has been revised.
No other changes have been made. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2013 – 2017 Sentra (B17)
APPLIED ENGINE:
MRA8DE Non-Turbo
IF YOU CONFIRM
The MIL is ON with DTC P0101 (MAF SEN/CIRCUIT-B1) stored.
and
There are no drivability issues.
ACTION
1. For 2013 and 2014 models only:

Inspect the color of the PCV valve, replace if the color is orange
(see Figure 1a on page 3).
2. For 2013-2016 models only: Clean the throttle valve and chamber of the electronic
throttle control actuator.
3. For 2013-2015 and 2017 models: Reprogram the ECM.

Refer to step 6 in the ECM Reprogramming/Confirmation section of the SERVICE
PROCEDURE to confirm if reprogramming is needed.
IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you
will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it
contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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Repair Overview
The MIL is ON with DTC P0101 (MAF
SEN/CIRCUIT-B1) stored.
and
There are no drivability issues.
2013 and 2014
Sentra
2016
Sentra
2015
Sentra
Inspect the color of the PCV
valve, replace if the color is
orange.
(See Figure 1a on page 3).
2017
Sentra
ONLY clean the
throttle valve and
chamber of the
electronic throttle
control actuator.
Clean the throttle valve and
chamber of the electronic
throttle control actuator.
Reprogram the ECM.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
Inspect / Replace PCV Valve (2013- 2014 Sentra Only)
1. Open the engine hood and locate the PCV
valve.
2. Inspect the color of the PCV valve.
PCV valve
If the PCV valve is orange, as shown
in Figure 1a:

Replace the PCV valve.

Refer to the Electronic Service Manual
(ESM), section EM-Engine Mechanical,
for replacement information.

Install the new PCV valve listed in
PARTS INFORMATION.
NOTE: The new PCV valve is “black”
color.
Figure 1a
If the PCV valve is black:

DO NOT replace – continue with the SERVICE PROCEDURE.
Go to the next page.
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Electronic Throttle Control Actuator – Clean Throttle Valve and Chamber
(2013-2016 Sentra only)
1. Remove the electronic throttle control
actuator (ETC).

ETC
Refer to the ESM, section EM-Engine
Mechanical, for ETC removal.
2. On the engine-side of the ETC, clean off
deposits on the chamber and throttle
valve.
Figure 2a
3. Spray “carburetor” cleaner on a clean cloth towel.

Do not use a paper towel.

For warranty repairs, use only Nissan Genuine Low VOC Non-Chlorinated
Carburetor Cleaner.

For non-warranty repairs, Nissan Genuine Low VOC Non-Chlorinated Carburetor
Cleaner is recommended, but an equivalent “carburetor” cleaner may be used.
 See PARTS INFORMATION for further details.
CAUTION: Do not spray directly on the ETC chamber. Damage may occur to the
electronics of the ETC.
NG
OK
Figure 3a
Figure 4a
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4. Clean the throttle valve and chamber with the soaked cloth towel.

Clean off the deposits from the edges and outer ends of the throttle valve (see
Figure 5a).

Clean off the areas of the chamber where the throttle valve meets up to and around
it.
 Hold the valve open to access these areas.
CAUTION:
o Do not use excessive force when opening the throttle valve.
o Be careful not to scratch the throttle valve or chamber areas during cleaning.
Clean chamber
on and near
dotted line
Clean edge all
around, and outer
ends on both sides of
throttle valve
Figure 5a
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5. The cleaning is complete when
unobstructed clearance is seen between
the throttle valve and chamber (see
Figure 6a).

Unobstructed
Clean
unobstructed
clearance
when
clearance
clean
Looking at the clearance while
shining a light from behind will help
confirm proper cleaning.
6. Reinstall the ETC.


Refer to the ESM, section EMEngine Mechanical, for ETC
installation.
Figure 6a
Install a new ETC gasket.
 Do not reuse the old ETC gasket.
7. For 2013-2015 and 2017 models, refer to step 6 in the ECM Reprogramming section
of the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm if reprogramming is needed.
NOTE: Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning and Idle Air Volume Learning is
included in the reprogramming procedure.
8. For 2016 models and other vehicles that do not require ECM reprogramming; refer to
the ESM, section EC-Engine Control, and perform Idle Air Volume Learning (IAVL).
This includes:

Accelerator Pedal Position Learning, and

Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning.
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ECM Reprogramming (2013-2015 and 2017 Sentra only)
NOTE:

Most instructions for reprogramming with CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) are
displayed on the CONSULT PC screen.

If you are not familiar with the reprogramming procedure, click here. This will link
you to the "CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) ECM Reprogramming" general procedure.

Take the vehicle for a 10 minute drive in order to meet the following Idle Air Volume
Learn (IAVL) conditions:
 Engine coolant temperature: 70 -100°C
(158 - 212°F)
 Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
 Transmission: Warmed up

After reprogramming is complete, you will be
required to perform Idle Air Volume Learn. The
above condition are required for Idle Air Volume
Learn to complete.
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Figure A
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CAUTION:




Connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and select ECM Power Supply Mode.
If the vehicle battery voltage drops below 12.0V or above 15.5V during
reprogramming, the ECM may be damaged.
Be sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads.
If a vehicle electrical load remains ON, the ECM may be damaged.
Be sure to connect the AC Adapter.
If the CONSULT PC battery voltage drops during reprogramming, the
process will be interrupted and the ECM may be damaged.
Turn off all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.)
within range of the CONSULT PC and the plus VI. If Bluetooth® signal
waves are within range of the CONSULT PC during reprogramming,
reprogramming may be interrupted and the ECM may be damaged.
1. Connect the CONSULT PC to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.
2 Start C-III plus.
3. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.

The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.
4. Select Re/programming, Configuration.
Step 3:
plus VI is
recognized
Step
4
Figure 1
5. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in
Figure 2 on the next page.
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6. When you get to the screen shown in Figure 2, confirm this bulletin applies as follows.
A. Find the ECM Part Number and write it on the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current ECM Part Number (P/N).
6A: Current
ECM P/N
Figure 2
B. Compare the P/N you wrote down to the numbers in the Current ECM Part Number
column in Table A on the next page.

If there is a match, continue with the reprogramming procedure.

If there is not a match, reprogramming is not needed.
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Table A
MODEL
CURRENT ECM PART NUMBER: 237103SA0A,
3SA2A,
3SA3A
3SA4A,
3SA5A,
3SA6A,
3SB0A,
3SG2A,
3SG3B,
3SG6A,
3SG7A,
3SG8A,
3SG9A,
3SR2A,
3SR3A,
3SZ0A,
3SZ1A,
3RH0A,
3RH1A,
3RH2A,
3RH3A,
3SA4B, 3SA4C,
3SA5B, 3SA5C,
3SA6B, 3SA6C,
3SB0B, 3SB0C,
3SG2B, 3SG2C,
3SG3C, 3SG3D,
3SG6B, 3SG6C,
3SG7B, 3SG7C,
3SG8B, 3SG8C,
3SG9B, 3SG9C
3SR2B, 3SR2C,
3SR3B, 3SR3C,
3SZ0B, 3SZ0C,
3SZ1B, 3SZ1C,
3RH0B, 3RH0C
3RH1B
3RH2B, 3RH2C,
3RH3B, 3RH3C,
2014 Sentra
3RU6A,
3RU7A,
3RU8A,
3RU9A,
9AM0A,
9AM1A,
9AM2A,
9AM3A,
9AM4A,
9AM5A,
3RU6B,
3RU7B,
3RU8B,
3RU9B,
9AM0B,
9AM1B,
9AM2B,
9AM3B,
9AM4B,
9AM5B,
2015 Sentra
4AT2A,
4AT4A,
4AT6A,
4AT8A,
4AT2B
4AT4B, 4AT4C
4AT6B, 4AT6C
4AT8B, 4AT8C, 4AT8D
2013 Sentra
3SA0B, 3SA0C, 3SA0D, 3SA0E
3SA2B, 3SA2C, 3SA2D, 3SA2E
3RU6C
3RU7C
3RU8C,
3RU9C,
9AM0C,
9AM1C,
9AM2C,
9AM3C,
9AM4C,
9AM5C,
2016 Sentra
2017 Sentra
3SA4D,
3SA5D,
3SA6D,
3SB0D,
3SG2D,
3SG3E
3SG6D,
3SG7D,
3SG8D
3SA4E
3SA5E
3SA6E
3SB0E
3SG2E
3SR2D,
3SR3D,
3SZ0D,
3SZ1D,
3SR2E
3SR3E
3SZ0E
3SZ1E
3SG6E
3SG7E
3RH2D
3RH3D
3RU8E
3RU9E
9AM0D,
9AM1D,
9AM2D,
9AM3D,
9AM4D,
9AM5D,
9AM0E
9AM1E
9AM2E
9AM3E
9AM4E
9AM5E
Not applicable
3SH4B,
3SH5B,
3SH6B,
3SH7B,
3SH4C
3SH5C, 3SH5D
3SH6C, 3SH6D
3SH7C, 3SH7D
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7. Follow the on-screen instructions to navigate C-III plus and reprogram the ECM.
NOTE:

In some cases, more than one new P/N for reprogramming is available.
 If there is more than one new P/N, the screen in Figure 3 displays.
 Select and use the reprogramming option that does not have the message
“Caution! Use ONLY with NTBXX-XXX”.

If you get this screen and it is blank (no reprogramming listed), it means there is no
reprogramming available for this vehicle.
Figure 3
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8. When the screen in Figure 4 displays, reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 4 does not display (indicating that reprogramming did not
complete), refer to the information on page 13.
9. Disconnect the battery charger from the vehicle.
10. Select Next.
Step
10
Figure 4
NOTE:

In the next steps, starting on page 14, you will perform Throttle Valve Closed
Position, Idle Air Volume Learn, Accelerator Closed Position, and DTC erase.

These operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final reprogramming
confirmation report.
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ECM recovery:
Do not disconnect plus VI or shut down Consult III plus if reprogramming does
not complete.
If reprogramming does not complete and the “!?” icon displays as shown in
Figure 5:

Check battery voltage
(12.0–15.5 V).

Ignition is ON, engine OFF.

External Bluetooth® devices
are OFF.

All electrical loads are OFF.

Select retry and follow the
on screen instructions.

“Retry” may not go through on
first attempt and can be
selected more than once.
Figure 5
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” icon displays as shown in
Figure 6:

Check battery voltage
(12.0 – 15.5 V).

CONSULT A/C adapter is
plugged in.

Ignition is ON, engine OFF.

Transmission is in Park.

All C-III plus / VI cables are
securely connected.

All C-III plus updates are
installed.

Select Home, and restart
the reprogram procedure
from the beginning.
Figure 6
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11. Follow the on-screen instructions to perform the following:

Throttle Valve Closed Position

Idle Air Volume Learn (IAVL)
NOTE:
 Listed below are common conditions required for IAVL to complete.
 If IAVL does not complete within a few minutes, a condition may be out of
range.
 Refer to the appropriate ESM for specific conditions required for the
vehicle you are working on.
o Engine coolant temperature: 70 -100° C (158 - 212°F)
o Battery voltage: More than 12.9V (At idle)
o Selector lever: P or N
o Electric load switch: OFF (Air conditioner, headlamp, rear window defogger)
o Steering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position)
o Vehicle speed: Stopped
o Transmission: Warmed up

Accelerator Pedal Close Position Learning

Erase DTCs
Continue to the next page.
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12. When the entire reprogramming process is complete, the screen in Figure 7 will display.
13. Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
14. Print a copy of this screen (Figure 7) and attach it to the repair order for warranty
documentation.
15. Select Confirm.
Step
13
Step
14
Step
15
Figure 7
16. Close C-III plus.
17. Turn the ignition OFF.
18. Disconnect the plus VI from the vehicle.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QUANTITY
PCV Valve (Black Color)
11810-6N202
1 (a)
GASKET-ADAPTER (ETC gasket)
16175-JA00A
1
Nissan Genuine Low VOC
999MP-A3001P
(b) (c)
Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
(a) If needed. See page 3, Inspect / Replace PCV Valve (2013- 2014 Sentra Only).
(b) For warranty repairs, Nissan Genuine Low VOC Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
must be used. For non-warranty repairs, Nissan Genuine Low VOC Non-Chlorinated
Carburetor Cleaner is recommended, but an equivalent “carburetor” cleaner may be
used.
(c) Nissan Genuine Low VOC Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner can be ordered through
the Nissan Maintenance Advantage program: Phone: 877-NIS-NMA1 (877-647-6621) or
Website: Order via link on dealer portal www.NNAnet.com and click on the
“Maintenance Advantage” link.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
For 2013 and 2014 models only IF PCV Valve Is Orange
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
RPL PCV Valve
11810-6N202
AR32AA
HD
32
(1)
(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
And
On the same repair line:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Clean Electronic Throttle Chamber off Vehicle
DX48AA
ZE
32
0.5
EXPENSE CODE
DESCRIPTION
MAX AMOUNT
041
Nissan Genuine Low VOC
Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
$1.75
And
Only if needed for 2013-2014
On the same repair line if the ECM is reprogrammed:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Reprogram ECM
DE97AA
ZE
32 (1)(2)
(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(2) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other
diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes
with this claim.
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OR
For 2013 and 2014 models only IF PCV Valve is Black, and reprogramming is needed
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Reprogram ECM
(1)
DE97AA
ZE
32 (2)(3)
(1) Reference FAST and use the ECM part number (23710-*****) as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(3) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other
diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes
with this claim.
And
On the same repair line:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Clean Electronic Throttle Chamber off Vehicle
DX48AA
ZE
32
0.5
EXPENSE CODE
DESCRIPTION
MAX AMOUNT
041
Nissan Genuine Low VOC
Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
$1.75
OR
For 2015 Models, if reprogramming is needed
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Reprogram ECM
(1)
DE97AA
ZE
32 (2)(3)
(1) Reference FAST and use the ECM part number (23710-*****) as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(3) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other
diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes
with this claim.
And
On the same repair line:
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Clean Electronic Throttle Chamber off Vehicle
DX48AA
ZE
32
0.5
EXPENSE CODE
DESCRIPTION
MAX AMOUNT
041
Nissan Genuine Low VOC
Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
$1.75
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OR
If ONLY the throttle chamber requires cleaning (2013-2016 only).
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Idle Air Volume Learning Procedure
DE96AA
(2)
(1)
ZE
32
Clean Electronic Throttle Chamber off
DX48AA
0.5
Vehicle
(1) Refer to the electronic parts catalog (FAST) and use the Electronic Throttle Control
Chamber assembly part number as the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated flat rate
time.
EXPENSE CODE
DESCRIPTION
MAX AMOUNT
041
Nissan Genuine Low VOC
Non-Chlorinated Carburetor Cleaner
$1.75
OR
For 2017 Models, if reprogramming is needed
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Reprogram ECM
(1)
DE97AA
ZE
32 (2)(3)
(1) Reference FAST and use the ECM part number (23710-*****) as the PFP.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated FRT.
(3) FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes and reprogram ECM. No other
diagnostic procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any Diagnostic Op Codes
with this claim.
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