How do you reset the codes on a 2006 Nissan Titan?
You can clear the code (and the annoying SES light) by holding down the accelerator pedal for more than 10 seconds while the SES light is blinking. When you release the pedal and turn ignition off the ECM erases the trouble code(s).
What does it mean when your Nissan Titan won’t start?
This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Titan won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own. When the engine isn’t turning over at all, that’s a bit easier to diagnose than when it is cranking but not firing.
What does a blinking service engine soon light mean?
Photo Credit: CJ Isherwood via Compfight cc. When the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light starts blinking (as opposed to staying steadily illuminated), this means that a catalytic converter-damaging condition is occurring. Usually you will be able to feel a noticeable difference in the way your vehicle is running.
What to do when check engine soon light flashes?
When this Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light flashes, you should pull over safely and shut the vehicle off as soon as possible. Have the vehicle towed to your trusted repair facility for a diagnosis and repair.
How to reset the service engine soon light on my Nissan?
Open the hood and loosen the retaining nut on the negative battery cable clamp using a socket wrench. Slide the cable clamp off of the negative battery terminal. Wait 5 minutes and reconnect the battery cable and then tighten the retaining nut with the socket wrench.
When does the service engine light start flashing?
Started on 2nd try. When at a stoplight idling it “shook” a couple times. Was fine on highway until suddenly the service engine light started flashing and it began driving very rough when accelerating. Every time I accelerated the service engine light would flash. Did this the entire way back home.
When does the Check Engine light come on?
The check engine light is coming up when the engine control unit or the transmission control unit has detected a fault in the engine or transmission system. If your Check engine light is ON, the easiest way to diagnose this problem is to always check your trouble code memory with an OBD2 scanner.
What to do if your engine maintenance light goes out?
Check your engine control unit for any stored trouble codes. If you receive any codes, save them and try to get information about what they mean. If there are codes for emission problems that are not dangerous for your engine, you can try deleting the code to see if the engine maintenance light goes out.
Is it dangerous to have a service engine soon light on?
The problems causing the service engine soon light in most cases not dangerous for your car. However, it is good to check all fluids to ensure the level is OK before you continue to drive. We do recommend repairing it as soon as possible, though. How do I get the service engine soon light to go off?