CONSULT-II Checking System

CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM

Description
- CONSULT-II is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the vehicle side, it will communicate with the control unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various kinds of diagnostic tests.
- Refer to "CONSULT Operator's Manual" for more information.




Function and System Application

Nickel Metal Hydride Battery Replacement
CONSULT-II contains a nickel metal hydride battery. When replacing the battery obey the following:

WARNING: Replace the nickel metal hydride battery with Genuine CONSULT-II battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. The battery may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. Keep the battery out of reach of children and discard used battery conforming to the local regulations.




Checking Equipment

CAUTION:
- Previous CONSULT-II "I" and "Y" DLC-I and DLC-II cables should NOT be used anymore because their DDL connector pins can be damaged during cable swapping.
- If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be detected in self- diagnosis depending on control unit which carries out CAN communication.
- If CONSULT-II CONVERTER is not connected with CONSULT-II, the vehicle enters "FAIL SAFE MODE" which will "LIGHT UP the HEAD LIGHT" and /or "COOLING FAN ROTATING" when CONSULT-II is started.

NOTE:
- The CONSULT-II must be used in conjunction with a program card. CONSULT-II does not require loading (Initialization) procedure.
- Be sure the CONSULT-II is turned OFF before installing or removing a program card.

CONSULT-II Start Procedure

NOTE: Turning ignition switch off when performing CAN diagnosis could cause CAN memory to be erased.




1. Connect CONSULT-II and CONSULT-II CONVERTER to the data link connector.




2. If necessary, turn on the ignition switch.
3. Touch "START (NISSAN BASED VHCL)" or "System Shortcut" eg: ENGINE) on the screen.

CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit:

CONSULT-II Data Link Connector (DLC) Circuit