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Brake lines and cables inspection ..................... MA-27
Brake master cylinder ....................................... BR-15
Brake switch .................................................... EC-551
BRK/SW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-552
Bulb specifications ........................................... LT-170
Bumper, front ...................................................... EI-13
Bumper, rear ....................................................... EI-15
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Cabin air filter .................................................... MA-20
Camshaft ........................................................... EM-43
Camshaft inspection .......................................... EM-47
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) ................ EC-261
CAN - Wiring diagram EC-136, LAN-18, LAN-52, LAN-
92, LAN-128
CAN (Controller Area Network) .. WT-9, BRC-10, LAN-
16, LAN-50, LAN-90, LAN-126
CAN communication . EC-31, EC-135, AT-103, WT-9,
BRC-10
, LAN-16, LAN-50, LAN-90, LAN-126
Canister-See EVAP canister ........................... EC-636
Center case (Transfer) ..................................... TF-113
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ............................... SC-18
Charging system ............................................... SC-17
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-20
Chassis and body maintenanceSchedule 1 ........ MA-7
Chassis and body maintenanceSchedule 2 ........ MA-9
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-46
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-67
Clock ................................................................... DI-70
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-70
Closed loop control ........................................... EC-27
Closed loop control (Bank 1) ........................... EC-407
Closed loop control (Bank 2) ........................... EC-407
Clutch drum (Transfer) ..................................... TF-116
Clutch force release limit adjustment ................. TF-42
Clutch pressure switch (Transfer) ...................... TF-95
Coil spring (front) ............................................. FSU-10
Collision diagnosis .......................................... SRS-60
Combination lamp, front, removal and installation . LT-
33
Combination lamp, rear, removal and installation .. LT-
122
Combination meter ................................................ DI-5
Combination switch ............................................ LT-97
COMBSW - Wiring diagram ............................... LT-97
COMM - Wiring diagram ................................... AV-87
COMPAS - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-27
Compass ............................................................. DI-26
Component Location (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-37
Compressor clutch removal and installation . ATC-167
Compressor mounting ................................... ATC-166
Compressor precaution ................................... ATC-11
Compressor special service tool ..................... ATC-14
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-173
Connecting rod .................................................. EM-91
Connecting rod bearing clearance .................... EM-91
Connecting rod bushing clearance .................... EM-91
Console box - See Instrument panel ................... IP-10
Console box lamp ............................................. LT-152
CONSULT for all-mode 4WD ............................. TF-31
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-28
CONSULT-II for engine ................................... EC-103
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-71
Control valve (A/T) ............................................. AT-37
Control valve (Transfer) .................................... TF-119
Controller Area Network (CAN) . WT-9, BRC-10, LAN-
16, LAN-50, LAN-90, LAN-126
Converter housing installation ............ AT-257, AT-260
COOL/F - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-413
Coolant mixture ratio ......................................... MA-11
Coolant replacement ......................................... MA-12
Cooling circuit (engine) ........................................ CO-6
Cooling fan ........................................................ CO-13
Cooling fan control ........................................... EC-410
Cooling fan motor ............................................ EC-419
Cooling unit (A/C evaporator) ....... ATC-144, ATC-175
Corrosion protection ......................................... BL-167
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation ........................................................ EC-645
Crankshaft ......................................................... EM-74
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) ................... EC-255
Crash zone sensor .......................................... SRS-55
Cylinder block .................................................... EM-73
Cylinder block boring ......................................... EM-94
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D/LOCK - Wiring diagram ................................... BL-20
Data link connector .......................................... EC-105
Daytime light system .......................................... LT-34
Daytime running light - See Daytime light system .. LT-
34
DEF - Wiring diagram ....................................... GW-82
Diagnosis sensor unit ...................................... SRS-58
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) .......................... EC-53
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for OBD system .. EC-8
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) inspection priority chart
EC-76
Differential carrier assembly ............................ RFD-11
Differential carrier disassembly ....................... RFD-13
Differential gear oil replacement ........................ MA-25
Dimensions ......................................................... GI-49
Direct clutch solenoid valve ................ AT-157, AT-160
Display and amp.assembly .............................. ATC-60
Display Control Unit ......................................... AV-158
Dome light - See Interior lamp .......................... LT-129
Door glass .......................................... GW-69, GW-72
Door lock .......................................................... BL-132
Door mirror lamp ............................................... LT-129
Door trim .............................................................. EI-31
Door, front ........................................... BL-129, GW-69
Door, rear ........................................... BL-129, GW-72
Drive belt ........................................................... EM-12
Drive chain (Transfer) ....................................... TF-115
Drive pinion diff. inspection .............................. RFD-12
Drive pinion height ........................................... RFD-17
Drive shaft (rear) ................................................ RAX-7

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Driver air bag .................................................. SRS-45
DTC work support ............................................ EC-113
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-37
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-157
DVD Player ........................................................ AV-59
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ECM input/output signal ..................................... EC-96
ECM power supply ............................. EC-128, EC-361
ECM relay ........................................................ EC-128
ECM/PW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-362
ECTS - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-167
Electric sunroof .................................................. RF-10
Electric throttle control actuator ......... EC-365, EC-367
Electrical load signal circuit .............................. EC-612
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-64
Electronic ignition (EI) system ........................... EC-28
Engine control circuit diagram ........................... EC-94
Engine control component parts location ........... EC-88
Engine control module (ECM) .......................... EC-351
Engine control system diagram and chart ......... EC-23
Engine coolant .................................................... CO-8
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-165,
EC-178
Engine fail-safe system ...................................... EC-77
Engine oil ............................................................. LU-7
Engine oil filter replacement ............................. MA-16
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-7
Engine oil replacement ..................................... MA-16
Engine removal ................................................. EM-70
Engine room cover ............................................ EM-11
Engine serial number .......................................... GI-48
ETC1 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-368
ETC2 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-375
ETC3 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-379
EVAP canister .................................................. EC-636
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-285
, EC-496
EVAP canister vent control valve ....... EC-292, EC-504
EVAP control system (small leak) diagnosis .. EC-276,
EC-316
, EC-324
EVAP control system pressure sensor .... EC-299, EC-
302, EC-308
EVAP control system purge flow monitoring diagnosis
EC-271
EVAP vapor lines inspection ............................. MA-19
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system ............. EC-633
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-175
Exhaust manifold .............................................. EM-19
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-3
Exhaust system inspection .................................. EX-3
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-177
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F/FOG - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-71
F/PUMP - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-602
Final drive pre-inspection .................. FFD-15, RFD-12
Final drive removal and installation ... FFD-12, RFD-10
Flow charts .......................................................... GI-27
Fluid temperature sensor (A/T) ........................ AT-131
Fluids ................................................................ MA-10
Fluorescent leak detector .............................. ATC-178
Fog lamp, front ................................................... LT-69
Foot lamp ......................................................... LT-129
Freeze frame data ............................... EC-54, EC-107
Front brake solenoid valve ................. AT-151, AT-154
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-13
Front case (Transfer) ....................................... TF-125
Front combination lamp removal and installation LT-33
Front door ............................. BL-129, BL-132, GW-69
Front Door Trim ................................................... EI-31
Front drive shaft (Transfer) .............................. TF-115
Front fog lamp .................................................... LT-69
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-50
Front seat ........................................................... SE-96
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-3
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ............... SRS-3, SRS-57
Front washer ...................................................... WW-4
Front wiper ......................................................... WW-4
FTTS - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-227, EC-232
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-30
Fuel filter replacement ......................................... FL-5
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-5
Fuel injection system (Bank 1) .......... EC-208, EC-217
Fuel injection system (Bank 2) .......... EC-208, EC-217
Fuel injector and fuel tube ................................. EM-29
Fuel level sensor ................. EC-334, EC-336, EC-338
Fuel line inspection .............................................. FL-3
Fuel precautions ................................................... GI-5
Fuel pressure check .......................................... EC-46
Fuel pressure release ....................................... EC-46
Fuel pump ....................................................... EC-601
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-5
Fuel system .......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank .............................................................. FL-9
Fuel tank temperature sensor ........... EC-225, EC-231
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ......................... EC-636
FUELB1 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-210, EC-219
FUELB2 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-211, EC-220
Fuse ...................................................... PG-67, PG-77
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-77
Fuse block ......................................................... PG-76
Fusible link ............................................ PG-67, PG-77
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Garage jack and safety stand ............................. GI-40
Gauges ................................................................. DI-5
Generator .......................................................... SC-17
Generic scan tool (GST) ................................. EC-116
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-69, GW-72
Glove box lamp ................................... LT-152, LT-153
GPS antenna ..................................................... AV-62
Grease .............................................................. MA-10
Ground distribution ............................................ PG-30

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H/AIM - Wiring diagram ...................................... LT-66
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-10
Handling precautions for plastics ..................... BL-189
Harness connector ............................................ PG-68
Harness layout .................................................. PG-40
Hazard warning lamp ......................................... LT-80
Headlamp ............................................................. LT-6
Headlamp aiming control ................................... LT-65
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp aiming control . LT-
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Headlamp removal and installation .................... LT-33
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 1) .... EC-186, EC-196,
EC-383
, EC-395
Heated oxygen sensor 2 (bank 2) .... EC-186, EC-196,
EC-383
, EC-395
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 1) ........ EC-138
Heated oxygen sensor 2 heater (bank 2) ........ EC-138
Heated seat ....................................................... SE-89
Heater and cooling unit (Heater core) . ATC-144, ATC-
147
Heater unit (heater core) ............... ATC-144, ATC-147
Height (Dimensions) ........................................... GI-49
HFC134a (R134a) system identification ........... ATC-7
HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ............... ATC-5
HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure ATC-162
HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ......... ATC-14
HFC134a system service equipment precaution ATC-
11
High and low reverse clutch solenoid valve .... AT-163,
AT-166
Horn ................................................................ WW-56
HORN - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-56
How to erase DTC for OBD system .................. EC-62
HSEAT - Wiring diagram ................................... SE-91
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I/MIRR - Wiring diagram ................................... GW-76
IATS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-162
ICC - Wiring diagram ....................................... ACS-20
ICC/BS - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-527
ICC/SW - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-512
ICCBOF - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-614
Identification plate .............................................. GI-47
Idle air volume learning ..................................... EC-44
Idle mixture ratio ................................................ EC-33
Idle speed .......................................................... EC-33
Idle speed control (ISC) .................... EC-342, EC-344
Ignition coil .......................................... EM-26, EC-583
Ignition control system .................................... EC-583
Ignition key hole illumination ............................ LT-129
Ignition timing .................................................... EC-33
IGNSYS - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-584
ILL - Wiring diagram ......................................... LT-158
Illumination ....................................................... LT-152
Illumination control .............................. LT-152, LT-169
In vehicle sensor ........................... ATC-128, ATC-137
In-cabin Microfilter ............................................. MA-20
INJECT - Wiring diagram ................................. EC-596
Injector ............................................................. EC-595
Input clutch solenoid valve ................. AT-145, AT-148
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-10
Instrument panel speaker .................................. AV-46
INT/L - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-135
Intake air temperature sensor ............ EC-161, EC-181
Intake door control linkage adjustment . ATC-78, ATC-
80
Intake door motor ........................... ATC-76, ATC-151
Intake manifold .................................................. EM-15
Intake sensor ................................ ATC-133, ATC-139
Intelligent cruise control (ICC) system ............... ACS-6
Interior ................................................................. EI-34
Interior lamp ...................................................... LT-129
Interior lamp on-off control ................................ LT-129
Internal gear (Transfer) ..................................... TF-127
IPDM (Intelligent power distribution module engine
room) ................................................................. PG-17
IVIS (Infiniti vehicle immobilizer system) precautions ...
GI-3
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Jacking points ..................................................... GI-40
Junction box (J/B) .............................................. PG-76
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Key illumination ................................................ LT-129
Keyless entry system - See Multi-remote control system
BL-44
Knock sensor (KS) ........................................... EC-250
KS - Wiring diagram ........................................ EC-251
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Length (Dimensions) .......................................... GI-49
License lamp .................................................... LT-108
Lifting points ....................................................... GI-41
Line pressure solenoid valve ........................... AT-124
Line pressure switch (Transfer) .......................... TF-95
Line pressure test (A/T) ..................................... AT-59
Liquid gasket application ......................... LU-2, FFD-2
Location of electrical units ................................. PG-64
Low coast brake solenoid valve .......... AT-169, AT-172
Low tire pressure warning system ...................... WT-7
Low tire pressure warning system - trouble diagnoses
WT-10
Low tire pressure warning system - Wiring diagram .....
WT-10
Lubricant (R134a) A/C ..................................... ATC-22
Lubricants .......................................................... MA-10
Lubrication circuit (engine) .................................. LU-5
Lubrication oil A/C ........................................... ATC-22
Lubrication-locks, hinges and hood latches ....... MA-30

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MAFS - Wiring diagram ..................... EC-149
, EC-156
Magnet clutch ............................... ATC-104, ATC-167
MAIN - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-128
Main oil pump (Transfer) .................................. TF-122
Mainshaft (Transfer) ........................................ TF-116
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 1 ....................... MA-6
Maintenance (engine)Schedule 2 ....................... MA-8
Major overhaul (Final drive) .............. FFD-14, RFD-13
Major overhaul (Transfer) ................................ TF-110
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ........................ EC-63
Map lamp .......................................................... LT-129
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ............. EC-146, EC-154
Meter ..................................................................... DI-5
METER - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-10
MIL data link connectors circuit ....................... EC-631
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-631
MIRROR - Wiring diagram ................................ GW-99
Misfire .............................................................. EC-243
Mode door control linkage adjustment ............. ATC-65
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-63, ATC-152
Model variation ................................................... GI-46
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .................. EC-26
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-6
Multi-remote control system ............................... BL-44
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NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-141
NAVI - Wiring diagram ....................................... AV-79
NAVI Control Unit ............................................ AV-157
Neutral-4LO switch ............................................ TF-96
Nissan torque demand (NTD) control system .... EC-29
NVH troubleshooting (AX) ................................. FAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (EM) .................................. EM-9
NVH troubleshooting (Final drive) ..................... RFD-5
NVH troubleshooting (Propeller shaft) ................. PR-3
NVH troubleshooting (RAX) .............................. RAX-4
NVH troubleshooting (RSU) .............................. RSU-5
NVH troubleshooting (ST) .................................... PS-5
NVH troubleshooting (WT)NVH troubleshooting (WT) .
WT-3
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) precautions
GI-3
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O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-140
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-142
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-188, EC-199, EC-386,
EC-398
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-190, EC-201, EC-388,
EC-400
Oil cooler (engine) ............................................. LU-11
Oil filter ............................................................... LU-10
Oil filter (Transfer) ............................................ TF-107
Oil pan (engine) ................................................ EM-22
Oil pressure (engine) ........................................... LU-7
Oil pressure relief valve (engine) ......................... LU-5
Oil pump (engine) .............................................. LU-13
Oil seal replacement (engine) ........................... EM-56
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) FFD-8, RFD-6
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) FFD-10, RFD-
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On board diagnostic system ............................. EC-49
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) EC-640
Overheat ......................................................... EC-410
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P/SCKT - Wiring diagram ................................. WW-54
Pantograph jack .................................................. GI-40
Park/Neutral position switch ............................ EC-546
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .................... AT-109
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-4
Parking lamp .................................................... LT-108
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) .............. EC-645
Periodic maintenance ......................................... MA-6
Personal lamp .................................................. LT-129
PGC/V - Wiring diagram ................... EC-287, EC-498
PHASE - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-261
Pinion bearing preload diff. ............................. RFD-21
Piston pin inspection ......................................... EM-89
Piston ring inspection ........................................ EM-90
Piston to bore clearance ................................... EM-94
Planetary carrier (Transfer) .............................. TF-127
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram .............................. EC-548
POS - Wiring diagram ..................................... EC-256
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-6
Power seat ......................................................... SE-88
Power steering fluid level .................................. MA-29
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-15
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-26
Power steering pressure (PSP) sensor ........... EC-346
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-6
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-4
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram ................. EC-304, EC-310
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Precautions in repairing high strength steel ..... BL-192
Pressure switch 1 ............................... AT-154, AT-175
Pressure switch 2 ............................................. AT-172
Pressure switch 3 ............................... AT-148, AT-178
Pressure switch 5 ............................... AT-160, AT-181
Pressure switch 6 ............................... AT-166, AT-184
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................. AT-59
Propeller shaft ........................................... PR-4, PR-8
Propeller shaft inspection .................................. MA-24
Propeller shaft on vehicle service ....................... PR-8
Propeller shaft vibration ............................ PR-4, PR-8
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-347
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R/VIEW - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-75
Radiator ............................................................ CO-10
Rear Audio Remote Control Unit ....................... AV-47

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Torque convertor clutch solenoid valve ... AT-118, AT-
121
Tow truck towing ................................................. GI-42
Towing point ....................................................... GI-43
TPS1 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-238
TPS2 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-173
TPS3 - Wiring diagram .................................... EC-571
Traction control system - Wiring diagram ....... BRC-16
Transfer control device .................................... TF-104
Transfer control unit inspection table ................. TF-55
Transfer dropping resistor .................................. TF-96
Transfer fluid temperature sensor ...................... TF-95
Transfer motor ................................................. TF-106
Transfer motor relay .......................................... TF-97
Transfer oil replacement ................................... MA-24
Transfer serial number ........................................ GI-48
Transmission serial number ................................ GI-48
Tread-FR&RR (Dimensions) ............................... GI-49
Trim ..................................................................... EI-34
TRNSCV - Wiring diagram ............................... BL-157
Trouble diagnoses .............................................. GI-11
Turbine revolution sensor ................................ AT-134
TURN - Wiring diagram ...................................... LT-83
Turn signal lamp ................................................. LT-80
Two trip detection logic ...................................... EC-49
Two-pole lift ........................................................ GI-41
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Vacuum hose (brake system) ............................ BR-20
Vacuum hose drawing (Engine control) ............. EC-24
Valve clearance ................................................ EM-52
Valve guide ....................................................... EM-66
Vanity mirror lamp ............................................. LT-129
VDC (vehicle dynamics control) ........................ BRC-7
VDC -Wiring diagram ...................................... BRC-16
Vehicle identification number .............................. GI-47
Vehicle recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) .......... GI-43
Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) ............................ EC-340
VEHSEC - Wiring diagram ................................. BL-80
VENT/V - Wiring diagram .................. EC-294, EC-506
Video Monitor ..................................................... AV-60
Viscosity number (SAE) .................................... MA-11
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W/ANT - Wiring diagram .................................... AV-49
Wait detection switch ......................................... TF-96
WARN - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-32
Warning chime .................................................... DI-43
Warning lamps .................................................... DI-31
Washer, front ..................................................... WW-4
Washer, rear .................................................... WW-33
Water pump ...................................................... CO-15
Water temperature gauge ..................................... DI-5
Wheel alignment (front) ..................................... FSU-6
Wheel alignment (rear) ................................... RSU-27
Wheel balance .................................................. MA-25
Wheel bearing (front) ......................................... FAX-5
Wheel bearing (rear) ......................................... RAX-5
Wheel hub (rear) ............................................... RAX-5
Wheel size .......................................................... GI-49
Wheelbase (Dimensions) .................................... GI-49
Width (Dimensions) ............................................. GI-49
WINDOW - Wiring diagram .............................. GW-22
Window, door ...................................... GW-69, GW-72
Windshield ....................................................... GW-11
WIP/R - Wiring diagram ................................... WW-37
WIPER - Wiring diagram .................................... WW-9
Wiper, front ........................................................ WW-4
Wiper, rear ....................................................... WW-33
Wiring Diagram (Cell code) list ......................... PG-61
Wiring diagram (Transfer) .................................. TF-18
Wiring diagrams .................................................. GI-15
WT-T/WARN - Wiring diagram .......................... WT-10

PREPARATION
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Special Service ToolsEIS002XP
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolsEIS002XQ
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Tool nameDescription
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(J-39570)
Chassis earLocating the noise
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(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rattle kitRepairing the cause of noise
SBT 8 39
SBT 8 40
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)Description
Engine ear
(J-39565)Locating the noise
Power ToolLoosening bolts and nuts
SIIA0995E
PBIC0191E

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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, drive position on A/T model).
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: J-39565 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 fasteners
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 elimi-
nated 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 IP-6, "
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 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.

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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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.
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 bumpers 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. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner 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.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lens loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
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.