SE-8
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 × 25 mm (0.59 × 0.98 in) pad/68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.20 in) wide tape roll
The following materials, not available through NISSAN Parts Department, 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 REPAIR
Confirm 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 TroubleshootingBIS001TO
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. 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 CONSOLE
Components 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.
DOORS
Pay 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 to
repair the noise.
PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
BHS0003U
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER” ServiceBHS0003V
Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, and disconnect both battery cables. Then wait at least
3 minutes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt
pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
Diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with their arrow marks “⇐” pointing towards the front of the
vehicle for proper operation. Also check diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformations or rust before
installation and replace if required.
The spiral cable must be set to the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to turn
steering wheel or column, if steering gear was disconnected from the column shaft.
Handle air bag module carefully. Always put a driver air bag module with the pad side facing upward.
Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
After an air bag is deployed, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
Always replace instrument panel pad following front passenger air bag deployment.
FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE
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FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULEPFP:K8515
Removal and InstallationBHS0004G
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.
Always work from the side of or under front passenger air bag module.
1. Remove instrument passenger lower panel. Refer to IP-14, "
(K) Instrument Passenger Lower Panel" .
2. Disconnect front passenger air bag module connector.
3. Remove the front passenger air bag module fixing bolts.
4. Pull out and remove air bag module to instrument panel bottom so that no impact is given on passenger
air bag module.
CAUTION:
Always place front passenger air bag module with caution
label side facing upward.
Do not insert any foreign objects (screwdriver, etc.) into
front passenger air bag module.
Do not disassemble front passenger air bag module.
Do not use old bolts after removal; replace with new bolts.
Replace front passenger air bag module if it has been
dropped or sustained an impact.
Do not expose the front passenger air bag module to tem-
peratures exceeding 90°C (194°F).
Do not allow oil, grease or water to come in contact with the
front passenger air bag module.
After front passenger air bag module inflates, the instru-
ment panel assembly should be replaced.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Always work from the side of or under front passenger air bag module.
After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to make sure no malfunction is detected.
Refer to SRS-16, "
SRS Operation Check" .
PHIA0601E
PHIA0602E
SBF814E
DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNITPFP:28556
Removal and InstallationBHS0004M
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Before servicing SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
1. Disconnect each harness connector for the air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
2. Remove A/T selector lever knob. Refer to IP-12, "
(C) A/T Selector Lever Knob" .
3. Remove A/T console finisher. Refer to IP-12, "
(D) A/T Console Finisher" .
4. Remove ashtray. Refer to IP-12, "
(F) Front Ashtray" .
5. Remove instrument panel lower cover (LH/RH). Refer to IP-13, "
(G) Instrument Panel Lower Cover (LH/
RH)" .
6. Remove instrument panel stay cover. Refer to IP-13, "
(H) Instrument Panel Stay Cover" .
7. Remove console rear cover. Refer to IP-13, "
(I) Console Rear Cover" .
8. Remove center console. Refer to IP-14, "
(J) Center Console" .
9. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit connector.
10. Remove fixing bolts and ground bolt from the diagnosis sensor
unit.
CAUTION:
Do not use old bolts. Replace with new ones.
Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to ensure that it is free
of deformation, dents, cracks or rust. If it shows any visible
things of damage, replace with new one.
Replace diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Check the diagnosis sensor unit for proper installation.
After replacement of diagnosis sensor unit, perform self-diagnosis to make sure that no malfunc-
tion is detected. Refer to SRS-16, "
SRS Operation Check" .
ECU DISCRIMINATED NO.
After replacing the diagnosis sensor unit, confirm that the diagnosis sensor unit identification is correct for the
vehicle as equipped.Ground bolt : 6.9 N·m (0.70 kg-m, 61 in-lb)
Fixing bolt : 24.5 N·m (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lb)
PHIA1342E
Specification ECU DISCRIMINATED No.
Models with driver and passenger air bags, seat belt pre-tensioner AA90
Models with driver and passenger air bags, seat belt pre-tensioner, side air bags and curtain air bags AA8C
COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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COLLISION DIAGNOSISPFP:00015
For Frontal CollisionBHS0004O
To repair the SRS, perform the following steps.
When SRS (except the front side air bag and side curtain air bag modules) is activated in a collision:
1. Replace the diagnosis sensor unit.
2. Remove the air bag modules (except the front side air bag modules and side curtain air bag modules),
crash zone sensor assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies.
3. Check the SRS components using the table below:
–Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation).
4. Install new air bag modules (except the front side air bag modules and side curtain air bag modules) crash
zone sensor assembly, bracket and seat belt pre-tensioner assemblies.
5. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II or “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-16, "
SRS Operation
Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
When SRS is not activated in a collision:
1. Check the SRS components using the table below:
–Replace any SRS components showing visible signs of damage (dents, cracks and deformation).
2. Perform self-diagnosis using CONSULT-II or “AIR BAG” warning lamp. Refer to SRS-16, "
SRS Operation
Check" for details. Ensure entire SRS operates properly.
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Air bag module
(driver or front pas-
senger air bag mod-
ule)Replace
Install with new bolts.1. Remove air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage, termi-
nals for deformation, and harness for binding.
2.
–Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with
the wheel.
–Install passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with the
instrument panel.
3. No damage found, reinstall with new bolts.
4. If damaged—Replace air bag modules with new special bolts.
Air bag must be activated before disposal.
Crash zone sensor Replace the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new
nuts.1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, terminals
for deformation, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone
sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. No damage found, reinstall with new bolts.
5. If damaged—Replace the crash zone sensor and bracket with new nuts.
Seat belt pre-ten-
sioner assembliesReplace
Install seat belt pre-
tensioner with new
bolts.1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformation, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly with new bolts.
6. If damaged—Replace seat belt pre-tensioners with new bolts.
Seat belt pre-tensioners must be activated before disposal.
Diagnosis sensor unit Replace
Install with new bolts.1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformation.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformation.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new bolts and ground bolt.
4. If damaged—Replace diagnosis sensor unit with new bolts and ground bolt.
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
Steering wheel 1. Visually check steering wheel for deformation.
2. Check harness (built into steering wheel) and connectors for damage, and terminals for deformation.
3. Install air bag module to check fit or alignment with steering wheel.
4. Check steering wheel for excessive free play.
5. If no damage is found, reinstall with nut.
6. If damaged—Replace.
Spiral cable 1. Visually check spiral cable and combination switch for damage.
2. Check connectors and protective tape for damage.
3. Check steering wheel for noise, binding or heavy operation.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with screws.
5. If damaged—Replace.
Harness and connec-
tors1. Check connectors for poor connection, damage, and terminals for deformation.
2. Check harness for binding, chafing, cuts, or deformation.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall the harness and connectors.
4. If damaged—Replace damaged section of harness. Do not repair, splice or modify any SRS harness.
Instrument panel 1. Visually check instrument panel for damage.
2. If no damage is found, reinstall the instrument panel.
3. If damaged—Replace the instrument panel with bolts. Part SRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
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HEADLAMP WASHER
Removal and Installation of Washer TankBKS002EZ
Refer to WW-38, "Removal and Installation of Washer Tank" .
Removal and Installation of Headlamp Washer Tube ConnectorBKS002F0
REMOVAL
Remove headlamp washer tube while pressing the area that has no
pawls (A) of headlamp washer tube connector (1), in direction shown
by the arrow ( ) in the figure.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of Headlamp Washer PumpBKS002F1
REMOVAL
1. Remove front bumper. Refer to EI-14, "FRONT BUMPER" .
2. Disconnect headlamp washer pump connector (1).
3. Remove headlamp washer tube (2). Refer to WW-58, "
Removal
and Installation of Headlamp Washer Tube Connector" .
4. Remove the headlamp washer pump mounting bolt (A).
5. Remove the headlamp washer pump (3) from washer tank.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
When installing headlamp washer pump, there should be no packing twist, etc.
Removal and Installation of Headlamp Washer SwitchBKS003XZ
1. Remove instrument driver lower panel. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Spread pawls (A) of instrument driver lower panel to remove
headlamp washer switch(1).
SKIB8842E
PKIC9880E
Headlamp washer pump
mounting bolt:4.5 N·m (0.46 kg-m, 40 in-lb)
PKID0329E
CIGARETTE LIGHTER
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Removal and InstallationBKS001UC
REMOVAL
1. Remove ashtray. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove screws from rearward cigarette lighter socket.
3. Pull out cigarette lighter.
4. Insert a small screwdriver or similar tool between the cigarette
lighter socket and cigarette lighter ring. Pull out cigarette lighter
socket.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Align notches of cigarette lighter ring and cigarette lighter socket when installing.
SKIA6400E
SKIA6401E