Engine Controls - Blank ECM Programming Procedure: Overview
Classification: 12-023Reference: NTB12-091
Date: October 8, 2012
PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE FOR BLANK ECMS
APPLIED VEHICLES: All Nissan vehiclesusing replacement blank ECMs
SERVICE INFORMATION
Replacement Engine Control Modules (currently for 2013 Versa Sedan vehicles only) come without software. When a replacement or "blank" Engine Control Module (ECM) is being installed in an applied vehicle for any reason, it will need to be programmed (not reprogrammed).
If the vehicles current ECM part number (P/N) can be accessed with CONSULT-III plus, its current internal P/N and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) can be saved and then applied to the "blank" ECM.
If the ECM cannot be accessed with C-III plus, the P/N to be programmed will need to be determined by entering the VIN in the Electronic Parts Catalog. Also, the VIN must be entered (registered) manually.
Although the procedure is similar to reprogramming replacement ECMs or reprogramming existing ECMs to correct a field incident, use the complete step-by-step Blank ECM Replacement Procedure under "Service Procedure."