Install the FTDI drivers for your USB cable. Connect the cable to your laptop. Then, plug the 16-pin OBD2 connector into your car. Turn the ignition to "ON" (do not start the engine).

For more information on the Nissan Datascan 3, including user manuals, software updates, and troubleshooting guides, visit the official Nissan website or consult with a authorized Nissan dealer.

One of its most powerful features is the Cylinder Power Test , which allows a user to shut down individual cylinders to identify which one might be underperforming.

The Nissan Datascan 3 offers numerous benefits for Nissan owners and mechanics, including:

Your Altima’s CVT feels sluggish. NDS III reads the TCM and shows (actual, not dash gauge), primary pulley pressure , and steel belt slip ratio . If slip >5% under load, you know the transmission needs replacement.