
ATC-126
DUCTS AND GRILLES
DUCTS AND GRILLESPFP:27860
Removal and InstallationBJS000HM
REMOVAL
Removal of Center Ventilator Grilles
1. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove mounting clips, and then remove center ventilator
grilles.
1. Defroster nozzle 2. Duct assembly 3. Instrument panel
4. Side defroster grille (left) 5. Side ventilator grille (left) 6. Center ventilator grille (left)
7. Center ventilator grille (right) 8. Side ventilator grille (right) 9. Side defroster grille (right)
SJIA1653E
RJIA2209E

DUCTS AND GRILLES
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Removal of Side Ventilator Grilles
1. Remove instrument passenger upper panel. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove mounting clips, and then remove side ventilator grille
(right).
3. Remove cluster lid A. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
4. Remove mounting clips, and then remove side ventilator grille
(left).
Removal of Rear Ventilator Grille
1. Remove console rear cover. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove mounting clips, and then remove rear ventilator grille.
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RJIA2212E

AV-60
INTEGRATED DISPLAY SYSTEM
Removal and Installation of Display UnitBKS0022K
REMOVAL
1. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove screws (4), and remove display unit.
3. Remove screws (4) and nylon washers (4), and then remove
display finisher.
4. Remove screws (4), and remove bracket.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of A/C and AV SwitchBKS0022L
REMOVAL
Remove A/C and AV switch integral with audio unit. Refer to AV- 1 5 , "Removal and Installation of Audio Unit" .
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
SKIA6307E
SKIA6779E

AV-112
INTEGRATED COLOR DISPLAY SYSTEM
Removal and Installation of A/C and AV SwitchBKS0028E
REMOVAL
Remove A/C and AV switch integral with audio unit. Refer to AV- 3 4 , "Removal and Installation of Audio Unit" .
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of DisplayBKS0028G
REMOVAL
1. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-10, "INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
2. Remove screws (4), and remove display unit.
3. Remove screws (4) and nylon washers (4), and then remove
display finisher.
4. Remove screws (4), and remove bracket.
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation of Display Control UnitBKS0028H
REMOVAL
Remove display control unit integral with audio unit. Refer to AV- 3 4 , "Removal and Installation of Audio Unit" .
INSTALLATION
Installation is the reverse order of removal.
SKIB8840E
SKIA6779E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 TroubleshootingBIS000VN
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.

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 TroubleshootingBIS0011B
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.

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 TroubleshootingBIS000Z0
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.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions .............................................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 4
Work Flow ................................................................ 4
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 4
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 5
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 5
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 5
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 5
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 6
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 6
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 6CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 6
DOORS ................................................................. 6
TRUNK .................................................................. 7
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 7
SEATS ................................................................... 7
UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 7
Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................... 8
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY ......................... 10
Component Parts Location ..................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
WORK ITEM TABLE ............................................ 11
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 18
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 19
CENTER CONSOLE ........................................... 19
INSTRUMENT PASSENGER LOWER PANEL ... 20
CLUSTER LID D ................................................. 21