C1709 on 2014-2016 Nissan Versa Note: Front-Right TPMS Sensor Fault Guide

What's Unique About the 2014-2016 Nissan VERSA NOTE

For this generation of Nissan vehicles, including the Versa Note, a key issue is susceptibility to radio frequency (RF) interference from aftermarket electronics plugged into the 12V power outlets. Nissan issued Technical Service Bulletin NTB13088A to address this, as devices like cheap phone chargers, dash cams, or power inverters can emit RF noise that blocks the 315 MHz TPMS sensor signals. This can cause codes like C1709 to appear even when the sensor is working correctly. Forum users across various Nissan models confirm that unplugging a low-quality USB charger 🎬 Watch: How cell phone chargers interfere with TPMS signals often resolves the issue instantly.

Diagnostic Flowchart

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Symptoms You May Notice

• TPMS warning light flashes for approximately one minute after starting the vehicle, then remains illuminated.
• Inability to see the front-right tire pressure reading on the vehicle's information display (if equipped).
• A 'Check Tire Pressure' message may appear on the instrument cluster.

Most Likely Causes

1. Dead TPMS Sensor Battery 🔴 High Probability TPMS sensors contain non-serviceable batteries with a finite lifespan, typically 5-10 years. For vehicles in this year range, the original sensor batteries are reaching the end of their service life. An ALLDATA tech tip on a similar Versa noted that sensors with less than 15 months of battery life remaining can cause intermittent faults.
   How to confirm: Use a TPMS diagnostic tool to attempt to 'trigger' or read the sensor at the front-right wheel. If the tool cannot get a response or shows a 'low battery' or 'replace sensor' status, the sensor has failed.
   Typical fix: Replace the front-right TPMS sensor and register the new sensor ID to the vehicle's BCM. It is often recommended to replace all four sensors at once if they are original, as the others are likely to fail soon.
   Est. part cost: $35-$105
2. Radio Frequency (RF) Interference 🟡 Medium Probability As documented in Nissan TSB NTB13088A, aftermarket devices (especially cheap, poorly-shielded phone chargers, dash cams, or power inverters) plugged into the 12V outlets can emit RF noise that disrupts the 315 MHz signal from the TPMS sensors. High-quality electronics are designed with shielding to prevent this.
   How to confirm: Unplug all aftermarket accessories from the vehicle's power outlets. Clear the code and drive the vehicle for over 10 minutes at speeds above 25 mph. If the light does not return, one of the devices was the cause.
   Typical fix: Remove or replace the interfering electronic device. Some owners have success adding a ferrite choke/core to the power cord of the offending device to suppress the RF noise.
   Est. part cost: $0-$20
3. Failed TPMS Sensor (Internal Fault) ⚪ Low Probability Sensors can fail from physical damage during tire service, corrosion, or internal electronic faults unrelated to the battery. The use of unapproved aftermarket tire sealants can also clog and damage the sensor.
   How to confirm: Even if a TPMS tool shows some battery life, if the sensor provides erratic readings or fails to communicate consistently, it is considered faulty.
   Typical fix: Replace the front-right TPMS sensor and perform the registration procedure.
   Est. part cost: $35-$105

Rare But Worth Checking

• Faulty Body Control Module (BCM) or TPMS Receiver: If a new, known-good sensor cannot be registered to the front-right position, or if multiple sensor codes (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) appear simultaneously and RF interference is ruled out, the TPMS receiver or the BCM itself may be the issue. This is very rare and requires advanced diagnostics. A Reddit user with a 2014 Versa Note reported being unable to register four new sensors, which could point to a receiver or tool compatibility issue.

Diagnosis Steps

1. Verify the symptom: Start the car and confirm the TPMS light flashes for about a minute and then stays on solid.
2. Scan for codes using an OBD-II scanner capable of reading Chassis ('C') codes to confirm C1709 is present.
3. Rule out RF Interference: This is the most important first step. Unplug ALL aftermarket devices from 12V power outlets (phone chargers, dash cams, etc.). Clear the codes and drive the vehicle for 10-15 minutes at speeds above 25 MPH to see if the code returns.
4. Check Tire Pressures: Use a reliable gauge to ensure all tires are inflated to the pressure listed on the driver's door jamb sticker. Some models have an 'Easy Fill Tire Alert' that honks the horn when the correct pressure is reached during inflation.
5. Test the Sensor: If the code returns, use a TPMS activation/diagnostic tool at the front-right wheel to check the sensor's battery status, ID, and signal output. If the tool cannot get a signal, the sensor has failed.
6. Replace and Register: Have a tire shop replace the sensor. The new sensor's unique ID must then be registered to the vehicle's BCM. This is typically done with a TPMS tool connected to the OBD-II port, programming the sensors in a specific order 🎬 Watch: How to perform a sensor relearn using a tool (FL, FR, RR, RL).
7. Note on DIY Relearn: Some Nissan models have a TPMS reset connector near the OBD-II port. Grounding this connector 🎬 See this DIY method to reset TPMS without special tools with a paperclip 6 times can put the system in relearn mode, but this is for re-establishing communication after a tire rotation and will NOT fix a dead or unregistered sensor.

Parts You'll Likely Need

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Sensor (OEM #40700-3AN1A, 40700-3AN1B) — This is the most common point of failure, usually due to the internal battery's limited lifespan. The entire unit must be replaced as the battery is not serviceable. Part number 40700-3AN1B supersedes 40700-3AN1A.
  Trusted brands: Nissan (OEM), Continental/VDO (Often the OEM supplier), Schrader, Denso, Hitachi
  OEM price range: $70-$120
  Aftermarket price range: $35-$75

Related Codes That Often Appear With This One

• C1708 — This is the code for the front-left TPMS sensor. If multiple codes appear, it could indicate widespread RF interference or that multiple sensor batteries are failing around the same time due to age.
• C1710 — This is the code for the rear-right TPMS sensor. Seeing multiple TPMS codes makes a systemic issue like RF interference more likely than a single failed sensor.
• C1711 — This is the code for the rear-left TPMS sensor. Nissan's TSB groups all four 'No Data' codes (C1708-C1711) together as they share common causes.

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) & Recalls

• NTB13088A: Discusses radio frequency interference from aftermarket electronics causing TPMS codes, among other general TPMS/LTPWS information. This is the most relevant TSB for this issue.

Platform-Specific Known Issues

• Nissan Technical Service Bulletin NTB13088A specifically highlights that radio frequency interference from aftermarket electronics can cause a 'No Data' condition for the TPMS system, leading to codes C1708, C1709, C1710, or C1711. This should always be the first diagnostic check.
• The 'Easy Fill Tire Alert' system, if equipped, can be a useful feature. When inflating tires with the ignition ON, the hazard lights flash, and the horn beeps once when the correct pressure is reached.

Mechanic-Grade Diagnostic Values

• TPMS Sensor Battery Life (via TPMS Scan Tool) — expected: New sensors typically report a 120-month lifespan.. Failure: A reading below 15 months indicates the sensor is near the end of its life and can cause intermittent faults before complete failure.

Scan Tool Commands That Help

• Nissan CONSULT-III plus: Work Support > ID Registration — This function is used to register the unique ID of a new TPMS sensor to the BCM. It is a required step after replacing a sensor. The tool guides the technician to activate each sensor in sequence (LF, FR, RR, LR) to complete the programming.
• Nissan CONSULT-III plus: Re/programming, Configuration > Manual Configuration — This function is required ONLY when the Body Control Module (BCM) itself is replaced. It configures the new BCM to the vehicle's specifications (e.g., with or without 3-row seating in some models). If this is not performed, normal TPMS ID registration will fail.
• Nissan CONSULT-III plus: Data Display — Allows a technician to view live data from the TPMS, including the registered ID for each wheel position. This is useful to confirm if the BCM has the correct sensor IDs stored before attempting to diagnose a sensor itself.

Wiring & Ground Locations

• Body Control Module (BCM) — Located behind the passenger side glove box.. The BCM contains the TPMS receiver. It processes the signals from all four tire pressure sensors. A failure in the BCM or its wiring/ground connections can mimic a sensor fault, although it would typically affect more than one sensor.
• TPMS Reset Connector — A single-wire connector, often white, located near the OBD-II port in the driver's side footwell.. This connector is used for a manual, tool-free relearn procedure. Grounding this wire to a chassis ground (like the OBD-II port bracket) six times within 10 seconds of turning the ignition ON puts the BCM into learning mode, which can help re-establish communication after tire rotation but will not register a brand new sensor.

Real Owner Repair Stories

• ALLDATA Tech Tip (2008 Nissan Versa, 101,122 miles (analogous system)) — TPMS light would flash for a minute then stay on continuously. Code C1709 was present.
  ❌ Tried (didn't work) Verifying tire pressures were correct., Re-initializing the existing sensors. This made the light go away, but it returned a week later.
  ✅ What actually fixed it A TPMS tool showed all four sensors had less than 15 months of battery life remaining. Replacing all four TPMS sensors and registering them permanently resolved the problem, confirming that a dying battery can cause intermittent faults before total failure.

OEM Part Supersession History

• 40700-3AN1A → 40700-3AN1B — Standard part revision and update by the manufacturer.