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Kubistar Fault Code and Coding Error

Hi, I'm experiencing issues with my 2004 Nissan Kubistar, gasoline engine, with 84091 km. A fault code has popped up, triggering error messages in the infotainment system and speedometer display. I suspect it might be related to incorrect vehicle coding. A diagnostic scanner pointed to a possible control module issue. Has anyone encountered anything similar?

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A 2004 Nissan Kubistar is experiencing fault codes and error messages in the infotainment system and speedometer display, suspected to be due to incorrect vehicle coding. A diagnostic scanner suggests a possible control module issue. The problem was resolved by correctly coding the vehicle at a workshop, which eliminated the error messages.

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mikaraven5

Whoa, sounds frustrating! I had a similar thing happen with my old Opel Corsa. Different brand, but the symptoms sound eerily familiar. I kept getting a check engine light, and the scan tool kept throwing up weird fault codes that made no sense. Did your check engine light come on? I would recommend getting a second opinion if you can't figure it out.

jenniferthunder37 (community.author)

Thanks for the insight! Yes, the check engine light is indeed on. The fault codes seem a bit ambiguous, pointing towards coding errors but not directly to a specific faulty component. Could you elaborate on how your Opel Corsa issue was eventually resolved? Was it definitely a coding issue, or something else entirely?

mikaraven5

Okay, so with my Corsa, it turned out the fault code was a symptom, not the cause. I spent ages chasing the 'coding error' rabbit hole, but the eventual fix was way beyond my limited skills. I took it to a workshop in the end. Honestly, from what you've described, a workshop visit might be your best bet too. These things can be tricky!

jenniferthunder37 (community.author)

Thanks so much for sharing your experience! It's really helpful to hear that the fault code might not be the root cause. Based on your advice, I'll book it into a workshop for a proper diagnostic check. The car workshop told me the coding of the car was not correct. After coding the car correctly, the error disappeared. It cost me 360€. Again, thanks for your help!

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KUBISTAR