Nissan
Motor Co., Ltd., has developed the ��CONSULT-III,�� a handheld
diagnostic tester for various in-vehicle electronic systems, with the
aim of realizing swift and accurate diagnosis and repairs at Nissan
dealerships worldwide. The diagnostic tester will be introduced at
Nissan dealerships in Japan and other global markets. The roll-out of
the new system will coincide with the introduction of the Skyline sedan
in Japan this month, and global markets where the Infiniti G35 will be
sold, followed progressively by all other remaining markets as new
generation products are introduced.
The
accurate and speedy diagnosis of a vehicle��s problem has become
increasingly complicated as more sophisticated electronic hardware is
fitted in vehicles, combined with a significant increase in the number
of computers connected to the Controller Area Network (CAN). In the past
five-year period, the number of computer systems fitted in today��s
vehicles has doubled from only approximately eight in 2001. The
CONSULT-III is specifically designed to address these complex and
advanced in-vehicle electronic devices, enabling accurate diagnosis and
repairs and shortening waiting times for customers.
The basic
diagnostic system is composed of the main unit i.e. an extra-durable and
rugged laptop PC, a wireless vehicle communication interface and
wireless measurement interface; the laptop PC and each interface is
connected via Bluetooth technology. Through a wireless LAN, this
diagnostic system can be connected to the Nissan network in Japan,
enabling the dealerships to retrieve information from various sources
and display service technology data on the laptop PC.
Features of CONSULT-III:
1.Swift diagnosis and swift repairs through automated operations:
The
selection of CAN type as well as the identification of malfunction
locations are completely automated, allowing CAN diagnosis to be done 17
times faster than previous method where the diagnostics system needed
to be supplemented by the service manuals. Repairs involving
reprogramming of the in-vehicle computer can be completed 1.5 to 2.5
times faster with the new system.
2.Automated Self-Diagnostics:
The
system is able to perform accurate diagnosis without having to rely on
the diagnostic skills of technical staff at the dealership.
3.Increased efficiency in operations based on wireless technology:
With
wireless vehicle communication interface, it is possible to check the
condition of the vehicle from either (*2) inside or outside the vehicle.
At dealerships in Japan, it is possible to access the Nissan network to
retrieve both the maintenance technology data related to the diagnosis
results and spot adequate information on service manual. The dealerships
are also able to access their service database and refer to the
vehicle?��s maintenance history on the laptop PC.
4.Capable of handling multiple complex defects:
The
diagnostics tool is equipped with various functions including
simultaneous self-diagnosis of an entire system, simultaneous data
monitor for multiple systems, data recorder, and oscilloscope
capability.
5.Enhanced data management with improved laptop PC:
New
features such as adoption of color-screen and large-screen monitor
allow viewing of large amounts of information altogether for enhanced
data management.
6.Map data update function for hard-disk navigation system:
Through
high-speed data update system, it is possible to update map data in
approximately 20 minutes with the new CARWINGS navigation system
(hard-disk) equipped in the all-new Skyline and other future products.
Package including:
1. Nissan Consult3 Interface
2. USB cable
3. Nissan sepcial cable for old Nissan
4. AC adapter
5. Software CD
6. Bluetooth USB Adapter
