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Engine Controls - DTC P0420 Stored In ECM: Overview

Classification: EC10-014

Reference: NTB10-083

Date: July 8, 2010

2005 - 2006 ALTIMA WITH QR25DE ENGINE AND 50 STATE EMISSIONS; MIL ON WITH DTC P0420

APPLIED VEHICLE: 2005-2006 Altima (L31)

APPLIED ENGINE:
QR25DE* Engine Only
* 50 State emission specification ONLY

IF YOU CONFIRM:

DTC P0420 (Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold) is stored in the ECM.

ACTION:

Determine if this bulletin applies by checking the ECM Part Number.

^ You will do this by performing Step A in the SERVICE PROCEDURE.

If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ECM and perform P0420 DTC Confirmation.

^ You will perform Step B and C in the SERVICE PROCEDURE.

If this bulletin does not apply, refer back to ASIST and the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for further diagnostic and repair information.

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.





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