
Work FlowNBBT0024
SBT842
CUSTOMER INTERVIEWNBBT0024S01Interview the customer, if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the
Diagnostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and
any customer's comments; refer to BT-8. This information is necessary to duplicate the conditions that exist
when the noise occurs.
IThe customer may not be able to provide a detailed description or the location of the noise. Attempt to
obtain all the facts and conditions that exist when the noise occurs (or does not occur).
IIf there is more than one noise in the vehicle, be sure to diagnose and repair the noise that the customer
is concerned about. This can be accomplished by test driving the vehicle with the customer.
IAfter identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteris-
tics are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.
ISqueak Ð (Like tennis shoes on a clean floor)
Squeak characteristics include the light contact/fast movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces = higher pitch noise/softer surfaces = lower pitch noises/edge to surface = chirping
ICreak Ð (Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity.
IRattle Ð (Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
IKnock Ð (Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
ITick Ð (Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
IThump Ð (Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
IBuzz Ð (Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.
IOften the degree of acceptable noise level will vary depending upon the person. A noise that you may judge
as acceptable may be very irritating to the customer.
IWeather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work Flow
BT-4

DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVENBBT0024S02If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or location of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test drive, to help identify the source of the noise, try to dupli-
cate the noise with the vehicle stopped by doing one or all of the following:
1) Close a door.
2) Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
3) Rev the engine.
4) Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle ªtwistº.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
IDrive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
IIf it is difficult to duplicate the noise, drive the vehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINSNBBT0024S03After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSENBBT0024S041. Narrow down the noise to a general area. To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
Iremoving the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fastener can
be broken or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
Itapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated
only temporarily.
Ifeeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
Iplacing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
Ilooking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to ªGeneric Squeak and Rattle Troubleshootingº, BT-6.
REPAIR THE CAUSENBBT0024S05IIf the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
IIf the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
þ separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
þ insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized Nissan Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be ordered
separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 x 135 mm (3.94 x 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 x 85 mm (2.36 x 3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15 x
25 mm (0.59 x 0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 x 50 mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50 x
50 mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
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Work Flow (Cont'd)
BT-5

80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 x 50 mm (1.18 x 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 x 25 mm (0.59 x 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW (TEFLON) TAPE
Insulates where slight movement is present. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
SILICONE GREASE
Used in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit.
Note: Will only last a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Use when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Use to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIRNBBT0024S06Confirm that the cause of a noise is repaired by test driving the vehicle. Operate the vehicle under the same
conditions as when the noise originally occurred. Refer to the notes on the Diagnostic Worksheet.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingNBBT0025Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANELNBBT0025S01Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLENBBT0025S02Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORSNBBT0025S03Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work Flow (Cont'd)
BT-6

Removal and InstallationNBBT0005IBumper fascia is made of plastic. Do not use excessive force and be sure to keep oil away from it.
IBack door lock system adjustment: Adjust lock & striker so that they are in the center.
After adjustment, check back door lock operation.
IBack door hatch lock system adjustment: Adjust lock & striker so that they are in the center.
After adjustment, check back door hatch lock operation.
WARNING:
IBe careful not to scratch back door stay and/or back door hatch stay when installing back door
and/or back door hatch. A scratched stay may cause gas leakage.
IThe contents of the back door stay and back door hatch stay are under pressure. Do not take apart,
puncture, apply heat or allow fire near them.
REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLYNBBT0005S011. Remove bolts and screws securing left and right mudguards and remove the mudguards.
2. Remove clips and screws securing left and right sides of wheel protector.
3. Remove clips and bolts securing left and right rear fenders to bumper fascia.
4. Remove bolts securing bumper reinforcement to bumper fascia.
5. Remove clips securing bumper fascia.
6. Extract bumper fascia assembly.
7. Remove bolts and nuts securing bumper reinforcement.
8. Extract bumper reinforcement.
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BODY REAR END AND OPENER
Removal and Installation
BT-15

OverhaulNBBT0006IFor removal of door trim, refer to ªDOOR TRIMº (BT-30).
IAfter adjusting door or door lock, check door lock operation.
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FRONT DOOR
Overhaul
BT-18

Electrical Components Inspection ...........................108
COMPASS AND THERMOMETER............................. 110
System Description .................................................. 110
Wiring Diagram - COMPAS -................................... 111
Trouble Diagnoses................................................... 112
Calibration Procedure for Compass ........................ 113
WARNING LAMPS...................................................... 114
Schematic ................................................................ 114
Wiring Diagram - WARN - ....................................... 115
Fuel Warning Lamp Sensor Check .........................122
Electrical Components Inspection ...........................122
A/T INDICATOR...........................................................123
Wiring Diagram - AT/IND -.......................................123
WARNING CHIME.......................................................125
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................125
System Description ..................................................125
Wiring Diagram - CHIME - ......................................127
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................129
FRONT WIPER AND WASHER..................................136
System Description ..................................................136
Wiring Diagram - WIPER - ......................................138
Removal and Installation .........................................139
Washer Nozzle Adjustment .....................................140
Washer Tube Layout ...............................................140
REAR WIPER AND WASHER....................................141
System Description ..................................................141
Wiring Diagram - WIP/R -........................................143
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................145
Removal and Installation .........................................145
Washer Nozzle Adjustment .....................................146
Washer Tube Layout ...............................................146
Check Valve .............................................................146
HORN...........................................................................147
Wiring Diagram - HORN - .......................................147
CIGARETTE LIGHTER................................................148
Wiring Diagram - CIGAR -.......................................148
CLOCK.........................................................................150
Wiring Diagram - CLOCK -......................................150
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER.....................................151
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................151
System Description ..................................................151
Wiring Diagram - DEF - ...........................................153
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................155
Electrical Components Inspection ...........................157
Filament Check ........................................................157
Filament Repair .......................................................158
AUDIO..........................................................................160
System Description ..................................................160
Schematic ................................................................161
Wiring Diagram - AUDIO - .......................................162Trouble Diagnoses...................................................166
Inspection.................................................................167
Wiring Diagram - REMOTE -...................................168
AUDIO ANTENNA.......................................................169
System Description ..................................................169
Wiring Diagram - P/ANT - .......................................170
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................171
Location of Antenna .................................................171
Antenna Rod Replacement .....................................171
POWER SUNROOF.....................................................173
System Description ..................................................173
Wiring Diagram - SROOF - .....................................174
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................176
DOOR MIRROR...........................................................177
Wiring Diagram - MIRROR - ...................................177
GLASS HATCH OPENER...........................................178
System Description ..................................................178
Wiring Diagram - TLID - ..........................................179
FUEL FILLER LID OPENER.......................................180
Wiring Diagram - F/LID - .........................................180
POWER SEAT.............................................................181
Wiring Diagram - SEAT - .........................................181
HEATED SEAT............................................................183
Wiring Diagram - HSEAT - ......................................183
Seatback Heating Unit .............................................185
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER............................186
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................186
System Description ..................................................187
Schematic ................................................................190
Wiring Diagram - AUT/DP - .....................................191
On Board Diagnosis ................................................196
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................198
AUTOMATIC SPEED CONTROL DEVICE (ASCD)...221
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................221
System Description ..................................................222
Schematic ................................................................224
Wiring Diagram - ASCD - ........................................225
Fail-safe System ......................................................229
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................230
Electrical Component Inspection .............................239
ASCD Wire Adjustment ...........................................240
POWER WINDOW.......................................................241
System Description ..................................................241
Schematic ................................................................244
Wiring Diagram - WINDOW - ..................................245
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................250
POWER DOOR LOCK.................................................254
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................254
System Description ..................................................254
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Schematic ................................................................255
Wiring Diagram - D/LOCK -.....................................256
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................261
MULTI-REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM.......................270
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................270
System Description ..................................................270
Schematic ................................................................273
Wiring Diagram - MULTI - .......................................274
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................277
ID Code Entry Procedure ........................................289
Remote Controller Battery Replacement.................293
THEFT WARNING SYSTEM.......................................294
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................294
System Description ..................................................295
Schematic ................................................................298
Wiring Diagram - THEFT -.......................................300
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................306
SMART ENTRANCE CONTROL UNIT.......................319
Description ...............................................................319
Schematic ................................................................322
Smart Entrance Control Unit Inspection Table ........324
INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER...............325
Wiring Diagram - TRNSMT - ...................................325
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................326
IVIS (INFINITI VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM -
NATS)...........................................................................328
Component Parts and Harness Connetor
Location ...................................................................328
System Description ..................................................329
System Composition ................................................329
Wiring Diagram - NATS -.........................................330
CONSULT-II .............................................................331
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................334
How to Replace IVIS (NATS) IMMU .......................347
INFINITI COMMUNICATOR (IVCS)............................348
Precaution ................................................................348
Communicator Response Center Telephone
Number for Technicians ...........................................348
Component Parts and Harness Connector
Location ...................................................................349System Description ..................................................350
Schematic ................................................................358
Wiring Diagram - IVCS -..........................................359
CONSULT-II .............................................................363
Trouble Diagnoses...................................................368
Trouble Diagnoses for Intermittent Incident ............377
Demonstration Mode ...............................................379
System Setting (When IVCS Unit is Replaced) ......381
NAVIGATION SYSTEM...............................................385
Component Parts Location ......................................385
System Description ..................................................386
Schematic ................................................................393
Wiring Diagram - NAVI - ..........................................394
Self-diagnosis Mode ................................................397
Confirmation/Adjustment Mode ...............................400
Setting Mode............................................................410
Trouble diagnoses ...................................................417
This Condition is Not Abnormal ...............................423
Program Loading .....................................................432
Initialization ..............................................................433
ELECTRICAL UNITS LOCATION...............................436
Engine Compartment ...............................................436
Passenger Compartment .........................................438
HARNESS LAYOUT....................................................440
How to Read Harness Layout .................................440
Outline......................................................................441
Main Harness...........................................................442
Engine Room Harness ............................................444
Engine Control Harness ..........................................446
Body Harness LH ....................................................448
Body Harness RH ....................................................449
Back Door Harness .................................................450
Engine and Transmission Harness..........................451
Room Lamp Harness...............................................452
Air Bag Harness ......................................................453
Front Door Harness .................................................454
Rear Door Harness..................................................455
BULB SPECIFICATIONS............................................456
Headlamp.................................................................456
Exterior Lamp ..........................................................456
Interior Lamp............................................................456
WIRING DIAGRAM CODES (CELL CODES).............457GI
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![INFINITI QX4 2001 Factory Service Manual When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, power is supplied
Ito auto light control unit terminal 2
Ithrough 10A fuse [No. 9, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
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When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, power is supplied
Ito auto light control unit terminal 2
Ithrough 10A fuse [No. 9, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
Ground is supplied
Ito headlamp battery saver control unit terminals 4 and 11
Ithrough body grounds M77 and M111, and M4,M66 and M147
Ito auto light control unit terminal 5
Ithrough body grounds M4, M66 and M147.
Power Supply to Low Beam and High BeamNBEL0188S0101When lighting switch is in 2ND or PASS position, ground is supplied
Ito headlamp relay (LH and RH) terminal 2 from headlamp battery saver control unit terminals 2 and 8
Ithrough headlamp battery saver control unit terminals 3 and 9,
Ifrom lighting switch terminal 12.
Headlamp relays (LH and RH) are energized and then power is supplied to headlamps (LH and RH).
LOW BEAM OPERATIONNBEL0188S02When the lighting switch is turned to the 2ND position and placed in LOW (ªBº) position, power is supplied
Ifrom terminal 7 of each headlamp relay
Ito terminal 3 of each headlamp
Ground is supplied
Ito terminal 4 of each headlamp
Ithrough body grounds E13 and E41.
With power and ground supplied, the headlamp(s) will illuminate.
HIGH BEAM OPERATION/FLASH-TO-PASS OPERATIONNBEL0188S03When the lighting switch is turned to the 2ND position and placed in HIGH (ªAº) position or PASS (ªCº) position,
power is supplied
Ifrom terminal 5 of headlamp LH relay
Ito terminal 1 of headlamp LH, and
Ito combination meter terminal 26 for the HIGH BEAM indicator
Ifrom terminal 5 of headlamp RH relay
Ito terminal 1 of headlamp RH.
Ground is supplied
Ito headlamp LH terminal 2
Ito combination meter terminal 27 for the HIGH BEAM indicator
Ithrough lighting switch terminals 6 and 5
Ithrough body grounds E13 and E41, and
Ito headlamp RH terminal 2
Ithrough lighting switch terminals 9 and 8
Ithrough body grounds E13 and E41.
With power and ground supplied, the high beams and the high beam indicator illuminate.
BATTERY SAVER CONTROLNBEL0188S04When the ignition switch is turned from ON (or START) to OFF (or ACC) positions while headlamps illuminate,
the RAP signal is supplied to terminal 10 of the headlamp battery saver control unit from smart entrance con-
trol unit terminal 5.
After counting 45 seconds by the RAP signal from the smart entrance control unit to headlamp battery saver
control unit, the ground supply to terminal 2 of the headlamp LH and RH relay from headlamp battery saver
control unit terminals 2 and 8 is terminated.
Then the headlamps are turned off.
The headlamps are turned off when driver or passenger side door is opened even if 45 seconds have not
passed after ignition switch is turned from ON (or START) to OFF (or ACC) positions while headlamps are
illuminated.
When the lighting switch is turned from OFF to 2ND after headlamps are turned to off by the battery saver
control, ground is supplied
HEADLAMP (FOR USA) Ð XENON TYPE Ð
System Description (Cont'd)
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