SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
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UNDER SEATING AREAS
An unclamped or loose harness can cause wiring to be pinched by seat components (such as slide guides)
during vehicle vibration. If the wiring runs under seating areas, inspect wire routing for possible damage or
pinching.
Heat Sensitive
The customer's concern may occur during hot weather or after car
has sat for a short time. In such cases you will want to check for a
heat sensitive condition.
To determine if an electrical component is heat sensitive, heat the
component with a heat gun or equivalent.
Do not heat components above 60°C (140°F). If incident occurs
while heating the unit, either replace or properly insulate the compo-
nent.
Freezing
The customer may indicate the incident goes away after the car
warms up (winter time). The cause could be related to water freezing
somewhere in the wiring/electrical system.
There are two methods to check for this. The first is to arrange for
the owner to leave his car overnight. Make sure it will get cold
enough to demonstrate his complaint. Leave the car parked outside
overnight. In the morning, do a quick and thorough diagnosis of
those electrical components which could be affected.
The second method is to put the suspect component into a freezer
long enough for any water to freeze. Reinstall the part into the car
and check for the reoccurrence of the incident. If it occurs, repair or
replace the component.
Water Intrusion
The incident may occur only during high humidity or in rainy/snowy
weather. In such cases the incident could be caused by water intru-
sion on an electrical part. This can be simulated by soaking the car
or running it through a car wash.
Do not spray water directly on any electrical components.
Electrical Load
The incident may be electrical load sensitive. Perform diagnosis with
all accessories (including A/C, rear window defogger, radio, fog
lamps) turned on.
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CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEM
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CONSULT-II CHECKING SYSTEMPFP:00000
DescriptionAAS000E7
CONSULT-II is a hand-held type tester. When it is connected with a diagnostic connector equipped on the
vehicle side, it will communicate with the control unit equipped in the vehicle and then enable various
kinds of diagnostic tests.
Refer to “CONSULT-II Software Operation Manual” for more information.
Function and System Application AAS000E8
x: Applicable
*1: IVIS (NATS) [INFINITI Vehicle immobilizer system (NISSAN Anti-Theft System)]
*2: This item is indicated, but it is what it does not use.Diagnostic test
modeFunction
ENGINE
A/T
AIR BAG
REARVIEW CAMERA
METER A/C AMP
BCM
AUTO DRIVE POS.
ABS (Including VDC)
AIR PRESSURE MONITOR
IVIS (NATS)*
1
IPDM E/R
ICC
ALL MODE AWD/4WD
INTELLIGENT KEY
Work supportThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices
faster and more accurately by following the indications on
CONSULT-II.x- -x-xxxx-- x- x
Self-diagnostic
resultsSelf-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly. x x x -xxxxxxxxxx
Trouble diagnostic
recordCurrent self-diagnostic results and all trouble diagnostic
records previously stored can be read.--x-----------
Data monitor Input/Output data in the ECM can be read. x x - x x - x x x - x x x x
CAN diagnosis
support monitorThe communication condition of CAN communication line
can be indicated.xx- - xxxxx- xxxx
Active testDiagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT-II drives some
actuators apart from the ECMs and also shifts some param-
eters in a specified range.x- -- - xxx - -xxxx
DTC & SRT confir-
mationThe results of SRT (System Readiness Test) and the self-
diagnosis status/result can be confirmed.x- -- ----------
DTC work supportThe operating condition to confirm Diagnosis Trouble Codes
can be selected.xx-- ----------
ECU (ECM) part
numberECU (ECM) part number can be read. x x - x - x x x x - - x x x
ECU discrimi-
nated No.Classification number of a replacement ECU can be read to
prevent an incorrect ECU from being installed.-- x- ----------
Function testThis mode can show results of self-diagnosis of ECU with
either “OK” or “NG”. For engines, more practical tests
regarding sensors/switches and/or actuators are available.xxx- ---x------
Control unit initial-
izationAll registered ignition key IDs in NATS components can be
initialized and new IDs can be registered.-- -- -----x----
Configuration*
2— -----x------- -
Pin readIndividual control unit number can be read.
For future information, refer to “CONSULT-II operation man-
ual NATS-IVIS/NVIS” -- -- -----x----
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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Work FlowAIS003A0
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interview to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to GW-9, "
Diagnostic Worksheet" . This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.
The 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).
If 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.
After identifying the type of noise, isolate the noise in terms of its characteristics. The noise characteristics
are provided so the customer, service adviser and technician are all speaking the same language when
defining the noise.
Squeak —(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
Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch
dependent on materials/often brought on by activity.
Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contact/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/sometimes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
Tick—(Like a clock second hand)
Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of light materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise)
Thump characteristics include softer knock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include high frequency rattle/firm contact.
Often 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.
Weather conditions, especially humidity and temperature, may have a great effect on noise level.
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DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
If 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 “twist”.
5) At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T models, drive position on A/T models).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer.
Drive the vehicle and attempt to duplicate the conditions the customer states exist when the noise occurs.
If 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 BULLETINS
After 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 CAUSE
1. 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 and mechanics stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
removing 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.
tapping 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.
feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.
placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to GW-7, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE
If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.
If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–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: 100×135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60×85 mm (2.36×3.35 in)/76884-
71L02: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 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, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)/73982-
50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50×50 mm (1.97×1.97 in)
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
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 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 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.
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Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most 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 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 from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.
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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sunvisor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
POWER WINDOW SYSTEM
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Terminal and Reference Value for (Front and Rear) Power Window Switch / With
Front and Rear Window Anti-pinch System
AIS004Q9
( ): Rear power window switch (LH or RH)
Work FlowAIS004QA
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the outline of system. Refer to GW-16, "
System Description"
3. According to the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction.
Refer to GW-42, "
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart / With Front Power Window Anti-pinch System" or
GW-43, "
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart / With Front and Rear Power Window Anti-pinch System"
4. Does power window system operate normally? Yes, GO TO 5, If No, GO TO 3.
5. INSPECTION END
Terminal Wire color Item ConditionVoltage [V]
(Approx.)
3SB
(OR)Limit switch and encoder ground — 0
4R
(PU)Encoder power supplyWhen ignition switch ON or power
window timer operates10
8LPower window motor
UP signalWhen power window motor is
UP at operated. Battery voltage
9GPower window motor
DOWN signalWhen power window motor is
DOWN at operated.Battery voltage
10 W Battery power supply — Battery voltage
11 B G r o u n d — 0
12PU
(G/Y)Encoder pulse signalWhen power window motor oper-
ates.
15GY
(R)Limit switch signalDoor window is between fully-open
and just before fully-closed position
(ON)0
Door window is between just before
fully-closed position and fully-closed
position (OFF)5
16 Y Power window serial linkIGN SW ON or power window timer
operating.
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3. CHECK HARNESS CONTINUITY
1. Disconnect BCM connector.
2. Check continuity between BCM connector M4 terminal 53, 54
and power window main switch connector D6, D7 terminal 10,
19.
3. Check continuity between BCM connector M4 terminal 53, 54
and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
4. CHECK BCM OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect BCM connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between BCM connector M4 terminal 53, 54 and
ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Check condition of harness and connector.
NG >> Replace BCM.
Front Power Window Switch (Passenger Side) Power Supply and Ground Cir-
cuit Check
AIS004QG
1. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
Check voltage between front power window switch (passenger side)
connector D36 terminal 10 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Front power window switch (passenger side) power sup-
ply and ground circuit are OK.
NG >> GO TO 2.53 (Y/B) – 10 (BR) : Continuity should exist.
54 (W) – 19 (W) : Continuity should exist.
53 (Y/B) – Ground : Continuity should not exist.
54 (W) – Ground : Continuity should not exist.
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53 (Y/B) – Ground : Battery voltage
54 (W) – Ground : Battery voltage
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10 (W) – Ground : Battery voltage
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