N17 ALMERA 17 DIGIT VIN LOCATIONS

N17 ALMERA
17 DIGIT VIN LOCATIONS
Open Front passenger door &
remove panel on side of dash
to access Fuse Box J/B
Ensure
10A
Transit
Fuse
Is Fitted
December 2012
Pull off lower steering
column panel to access
DLC connector
NEVER USE CONSULT II ON N17
Transit Fuse type 2. Ensure it is pushed in.
Refer to STB EL10-004
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PDI LOOSE PARTS
2 keys tied together as per pictures below.
• Wallet:
o Owners Manual
o Warranty and Maintenance guide
o Dealer list and Misc. leaflets
o Reverse Park Sensor Instruction Card (Ti only)
• Spare tyre on steel rim for all models. Tyre matches those fitted to road wheels.
• 4 x plastic wheel trims located in rear compartment (ST )
• 4 x plastic centre caps for alloys wheels located in rear compartment (Ti)
• Jack, tools & front tow hook located in spare wheel compartment.
• Roof mounted aerial located in rear compartment.
Ti
Ignition Keys
ST
Cancellation of BCM Transit Mode.
Ign. OFF / LH stalk DOWN / RH stalk DOWN
Refer to STB EL10.004
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Jack, tools & front tow hook
Located in spare wheel compartment.
Wheel Caps & Aerial Mast.
(Ti Centre Caps not shown)

PDI LOOSE PARTS
Tow Hook Cover (front only)
Ensure the blanking cap in the front bumper for
the Tow Hook is not missing.
Ideally it should be placed in the Glove-box & only
fitted when the vehicle is delivered to the
customer.
Aerial Mast
Ensure the Aerial mast is not missing.
Ideally it should be placed in the vehicle & only
fitted when the vehicle is delivered to the
customer.
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
Clock Setting
1. If the trip computer mode switch (*1) is pushed
while the distance to empty or outside air
temperature (if equipped) is displayed, the clock
display will blink.
2. Push & hold the clock settings switch (*1) for 3
seconds. The hours display will start to flash.
3. Push the clock settings switch (*1) to adjust the
hour. To advance the time, hold down the switch
(*1) & then release
4. Wait at least 5 seconds for the minute display to
flash.
5. Push & hold the clock settings switch (*1) to
adjust the minutes. To advance the time, hold
down the switch (*1) & then release. Wait at least
5 seconds for the second display “:” to flash.
6. Push the clock settings switch (*1) to reset the
second counter.
Refer to Section 2 of the Owners Manual for more
detail.
Service Reminder Activation
Ensure that the Service Reminder is set to remind
the customer of the 1,000km service &/or the
10,000km service.
The service reminder function is set to OFF
from the factory. This will need to be activated at
Pre-Delivery.
1. Switch Ignition ON.
2. Press and hold switch (*1) for 3 seconds until
the spanner symbol appears and then flashes at
“0”.
The service reminder function is now active.
Service Reminder Setting
1. Switch Ignition ON.
2. Whilst the reminder is flashing, press switch (*1)
to increment the setting to 1,000km for the first
inspection and 10,000km after future services.
NOTE: Wait for the reminder to stop flashing
before switching the Ignition OFF, otherwise the
setting won’t be saved.
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(*1)
Clock is located in LCD display below
the odometer.

UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
ST Ignition Keys
Test the NATS operation of each key (start the
engine).
NOTE: Wait for the NATS security lamp to flash
before testing each key.
Remote Control Setting / Panic Alarm
Keyless remote operation is separate to the NATS
system. Therefore ensure the Keyless remote
function works as well as being able to start the
engine.
Ti Ignition Keys (Intelligent Keys)
Place the key in your pocket & from a lock
vehicle condition, enter the vehicle & start the
engine via the Intelligent Key process
NOTE: Wait for the NATS security lamp to flash
before testing each key.
Also check that the key works via the Remote
functionality (pressing the appropriate buttons
should lock / unlock the doors)
Remote Control / I-Key programming
If the key starts the vehicle, the remote should
also be working. Refer to the NATS Application
chart and NATS OM in C-III to program
additional keys.
When I-KEY battery is flat
If the battery in the I-KEY has failed, the only
way the vehicle can be started is by holding the
I-KEY unit against the Ignition button & pushing
it.
To open the doors mechanically, remove the
mechanical key from the I-Key & insert it into the
lock at the Exterior door handle.
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
Engine Grounds - 1
Ensure all engine ground connections are clean
and tight.
ECM / TCM Ground is located on the RHF strut
tower in the engine bay.
Engine Grounds - 2
Ensure all engine ground connections are clean
and tight.
Engine Grounds - 3
Ensure the Battery clamp connections are tight.
Ensure the Ground from the Battery Neg > Body
(LHF chassis rail) > Transmission housing is
secure.
NOTE: Battery MUST be tested and fully
charged before delivery to Customer.
Ensure ground cable link from Cylinder Head to
Radiator support panel is secure.
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
All DTC inspection;
From the CONSULT III Plus Home screen, select
DIAGNOSIS (All Systems).
Ensure there are no DTC’s. There maybe cases
where DTC’s are displayed, print them off as a
record & then erase all the codes.
Once again check for DTC’s after road test.
CAN inspection;
From the ALL DTC screen Select CAN Diag.
CONSULT III PLUS OPERATIONS
NOTE: The 18 character Model Code (SIS) must
be typed into CONSULT III Plus – in capitals.
This is found on the ID plate on the RH strut tower.
Ensure the CAN is OK. All lines are to be GREEN.
Steering Angle Sensor re-calibration after PDI
Wheel Alignment;
From the CONSULT III Plus Home screen, select
MAINTENANCE.
Select ST ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT.
Follow the on screen prompts with the steering
wheel in the exact straight ahead position.
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
Reverse Parking Sensors (Ti only)
Ensure the RP sensors functions as per the
instruction card located in the Owners Manual
wallet
Instruction card should be located in the in the
Glove Box with the Owners Manual
Driver window Initialisation
1. Switch ignition ON.
2. Open window half way or more.
3. Operate the power window switch to the UP
direction and keep in this position for 3 seconds or
longer once the window stops at the fully closed
position.
4. Test the AUTO window function to confirm correct
operation.
The drivers window on the ST variants does NOT have
an ‘Auto-up / Anti pinch function. Therefore the
above setting procedure is not possible.
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
COOLING SYSTEM HOSE CLAMP PRE-CAUTION
Always ensure that cooling system hose clamps have
been properly secured as described in STB: LC10-001
12V Battery Handling procedures
Always ensure that the 12V Battery is properly maintained
as outlined in STB: EL09-008
Wheel Nut Tensions
Ensure that the wheel nuts have been properly torqued as
per the details in STB: MA12-001
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UNIQUE PRE–DELIVERY ACTIONS
Audio System Repair / Exchange Process
Clarion Audio – refer to Warranty Bulletin; AWB-
011-07
Contact TechLine for Bluetooth phone system
related issues.
Battery Saving Features
Refer to STB EL10-004 for more details regarding
the Battery Power Saving features.
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