#How to use nissan data scan how to#
#How to use nissan data scan activation key#
#How to use nissan data scan manuals#

Plug other end into laptop usb or serial port (or for Pocket PC, into null-modem adaptor or blaZt iPAQ cable).

#How to use nissan data scan how to#

On board diagnostic second generation scan tools like the Actron 9680 above, or the Innova 3030g now have color screens. Nissan owners: how to scan your battery Warning to those who plan to use OBD2 devices please read and consider this advice from Nissan first.

#How to use nissan data scan manuals#

Most scan tools come with paper manuals or discs that provide a good knowledge base for beginner diagnosis. The steps for actually using the cable and software (see next section) are relatively simple: After finding the connector simply plug in the diagnostic tool and begin reading the scan tool data. Unfortunately, many of the scan tools do not support the entire set of manufacturer-specific data. The issue with scan tool data is whether or not the interface supports some or all of the manufacturer-specific data sets. Generally all Nissan Consult interface cables should work with all Consult software, although some circuit designs offer better compatibility with all vehicles. Some scan tools contain a data dictionary for manufacturer-specific code, so consult the scan tool manual for details. Service engine soon lights pop on all the time, because the systems are so sensitive. My advice is to be the envy of your neighborhood and teach yourself how to read scan tool data. The cables are not 'straight through', but have an electrical circuit inside the connector (not just a case of putting connectors on the ends of a cable). If you learn how to read and use a scan tool on your own car you can use the same exact technique on many cars 1996 and up.

#How to use nissan data scan activation key#

Copy and Paste the Activation Key to NDSII software and click the Unlock button. Copy and Paste your Registration Code from NDSII software and click the Generate Activation Key button. NDSII User Manual 9 Click on Register Software button. Also some late model cars from 1999 may have an OBDII port and a Consult port, but only retain the consult port it for ancilliary systems (like AT, AirCon, HICAS, etc) diagnostics, but the main ECU may be OBDII.ДЄ 'consult interface' cable allows the connection of a Laptop/PC to a Consult capable car for diagnostics with Consult programs. Login to the Nissan DataScan II memberвЂ™s area using credentials provided when purchasing the software. Consult is only supported on the Nissan ECUs, so replacement ECUs like the PowerFC, etc, will not support it (remapped/daughterboards ECUs or those with piggybacks like SAFC should be fine).

There are exceptions to the rule, however.

If the car has the female consult port, it will most likely support consult. Nissan Consult is supported on most petrol powered (generally not diesel) Nissans built in the 1990s. These cars are usually built from year 1989 to 2000, including models such as 300ZX, Z32, Maxima, 240SX, S13, S14, Skyline, SR20DE, SR20DET, RB20, Altima, and Fairlady. Nissan cars that have the grey 14pin Consult connector (you'll usually find it near the fusebox). Nissan Datascan running on a cheap RM tablet pc (700MHz cpu, upgraded to 700 megs of RAM), using a PLMS Consult cable and monitoring my Stagea's ecu's.