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4. CHECK DOOR MIRROR CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect fuse block (J/B) and door mirror connector.
3. Check continuity between fuse block (J/B) connector M2 termi- nal 5B and door mirror connector D2 (driver side) or D32 (pas-
senger side) terminal 1.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
5. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
Check continuity between each door mirror connector D2 (driver
side), D32 (passenger side) terminal 2 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair or replace harness.
6. CHECK DOOR MIRROR DEFOGGER
1. Connect door mirror connector.
2. Check continuity between each door mirror connector D2 (driver side), D32 (passenger side) terminals 1 and 2.
OK or NG
OK >> Check condition of harness and connector.
NG >> Replace malfunctioning door mirror. 5B (L) – 1 (L) : Continuity should exist.
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2 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
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1 (L) – 2 (B) : Continuity should exist.
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A trouble diagnosis of a automatic drive positioner interlocking door mirror is refer to SE-11, "AUTOMATIC
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A/C air flow ...................................................... ATC-37
A/C component layout ..................................... ATC-26
A/C compressor clutch removal and installation ...........
ATC-144
A/C compressor mounting ........... ATC-141, ATC-144,
ATC-148
, ATC-149, ATC-150, ATC-151, ATC-152,
ATC-154
, ATC-155, ATC-156, ATC-157
A/C compressor precaution ............................. ATC-13
A/C compressor special service tool ................ ATC-17
A/C control operation (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-34
A/C diagnostic work flow (auto A/C) .............. ATC-102
A/C evaporator ............................................... ATC-156
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ........ ATC-6
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure .......
ATC-138
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ... ATC-18
A/C HFC134a system service equipment precaution ...
ATC-13
A/C lubricant (R134a) ...................................... ATC-27
A/C lubrication oil ........................................... ATC-162
A/C operational check ...................................... ATC-61
A/C self-diagnoses (auto A/C) ........ ATC-53, ATC-102
A/C service data specification ........................ ATC-162
A/C system description (auto A/C) ................... ATC-30
A/C trouble diagnoses (auto A/C) .................... ATC-40
A/C, A - Wiring diagram ................................... ATC-46
A/T fluid checking ...................... AT-13, AT-52, MA-29
A/T fluid cooler cleaning .................................... AT-15
A/T fluid replacement ............................. AT-12, MA-31
A/T fluid temperature sensor ........................... AT-136
A/T IND - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-54
A/T self-diagnoses ........................................... AT-103
A/T shift lock system ........................................ AT-236
A/T shift lock system - Wiring diagram ............ AT-237
A/T trouble diagnoses ........................................ AT-43
A/T Wiring diagram AT - CAN .......................... AT-107
A/T Wiring diagram AT - FTS .......................... AT-137
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MAIN ........................ AT-183
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MMSW ..................... AT-171
A/T Wiring diagram AT - NONDTC .................. AT-190
A/T Wiring diagram AT - PNP/SW ................... AT-115
A/T Wiring diagram AT - STSIG ...................... AT-110
A/T Wiring diagram AT - VSS A/T ................... AT-120
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor ........ EC-619,
EC-626
, EC-640, EC-1302, EC-1309, EC-1323
Accelerator pedal released position learning .... EC-96,
EC-786
AF1B1-Wiring diagram ...... EC-490, EC-499, EC-508,
EC-518
, EC-529, EC-539, EC-551
AF1B2-Wiring diagram ...... EC-492, EC-501, EC-510,
EC-520
, EC-531, EC-541, EC-553
AF1HB1-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-407
AF1HB2-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-409
Air bag .............................................................. SRS-3
Air bag precautions ........................................... SRS-3
Air cleaner and air duct(VK45DE) ................... EM-176
Air cleaner and air duct(VQ35DE) .................... EM-17
Air cleaner filter replacement ............................ MA-25
Air cleaner filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............ MA-18
Air cleaner filter(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-18
Air conditioner cut control ................... EC-35, EC-726
Air flow meter - See Mass air flow sensor ....... EC-186,
EC-195
, EC-893, EC-902
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 ......... EC-488, EC-497, EC-506,
EC-516
, EC-526, EC-536, EC-548
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 heater ............................ EC-405
Air mix. door motor ......................... ATC-73, ATC-132
Ambient sensor ............................. ATC-104, ATC-117
Angular tightening application ............................. EM-6
Angular tightening application(VK45DE) ........ EM-164
APPS1 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-621, EC-1304
APPS2 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-628, EC-1311
APPS3 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-642, EC-1325
ASC/BS - Wiring diagram ............... EC-599, EC-1273
ASC/SW - Wiring diagram .............. EC-583, EC-1256
ASCBOF - Wiring diagram .............. EC-689, EC-1379
ASCD .................................................. EC-36, EC-727
ASCD (automatic speed control device) ........... ACS-3
ASCIND - Wiring diagram ............... EC-696, EC-1386
Ashtray illumination .......................................... LT-157
AT indicator lamp ................................................ DI-54
Auto air conditioner - Wiring diagram ............. ATC-46
Auto amp ...................................................... ATC-116
Auto anti-dazzling inside mirror ....................... GW-84
Automatic amplifier ........... ATC-51, ATC-63, ATC-116
Automatic transmission fluid replacement ........ MA-32
AV and NAVI control unit ................................... AV-89
AV communication line .................................... AV-114
AWD - Wiring diagram ....................................... TF-17
Axle ................................................................... MA-37
Axle housing (rear) ........................................... RAX-7
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Back Door ........................................................ BL-164
Back door ......................................................... BL-164
Back door opener - See Back door .................. BL-168
BACK/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-127
Back-up lamp ................................................... LT-127
Basic inspection ............................................... EC-769
Battery ................................................................. SC-4
Battery/Starting/Charging System Tester SC-6, SC-13,
SC-26
BCM (Body control module) .............................. BCS-3
Block heater(VK45DE) .................................... EM-245
Block heater(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-122
Blower motor ................................... ATC-79, ATC-123
Blower unit .................................................... ATC-121
Board computer ................................................. AV-58
Brake booster .................................................... BR-15
Brake fluid level ................................................ MA-35
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-11
Brake inspection ............................................... MA-36
Brake lines and cables inspection .................... MA-35
Brake master cylinder ........................................ BR-13
Brake switch ................................... EC-614, EC-1297

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BRK/SW - Wiring diagram ...............
EC-615, EC-1298
Bulb specifications ............................................ LT-203
Bumper, front ....................................................... EI-14
Bumper, rear ........................................................ EI-17
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Camshaft inspection(VK45DE) ........................ EM-213
Camshaft inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... EM-86
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) EC-307, EC-1043
Camshaft(VK45DE) ......................................... EM-212
Camshaft(VQ35DE) ........................................... EM-84
CAN .................................................................... DI-29
CAN - Wiring diagram ......... EC-172, EC-863, LAN-49,
LAN-87
, LAN-128, LAN-173, LAN-221, LAN-262,
LAN-306
, LAN-353, LAN-402, LAN-436
CAN (Controller Area Network) . BL-24, BL-59, BL-98,
BL-191
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16
CAN communication EC-171, EC-862, AT-32, AT-106,
TF-13
, TF-32, WT-9, BRC-11, BL-24, BL-59, BL-98,
BL-191
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16, DI-84, WW-9
Canister-See EVAP canister ............... EC-42, EC-733
Center bearing assembly (propeller shaft) ........ PR-13
Center bearing disassembly (propeller shaft) .... PR-12
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ................................ SC-24
Charging system ................................................ SC-23
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-29
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-63
CIGAR - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-55
Cigarette lighter ............................................... WW-55
Cigarette lighter illumination ............................. LT-158
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-17
Clock ................................................................. DI-112
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................. DI-112
Closed loop control .............................. EC-32, EC-723
Collision diagnosis ........................................... SRS-46
Combination lamp, rear, removal and installation ........
LT-149
Combination meter ............................................... DI-5
Combination meter removal and installation - See
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-11
COMM - Wiring diagram .................................. AV-114
COMPAS - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-40
Compass ............................................................ DI-38
Component Location (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-43
Compression pressure(VK45DE) .................... EM-229
Compression pressure(VQ35DE) .................... EM-100
Compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-144
Compressor special service tool ...................... ATC-17
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-155
Connecting rod bearing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-269
Connecting rod bushing clearance .................. EM-142
Connecting rod bushing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-264
Connecting rod(VK45DE) ................................ EM-264
Connecting rod(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-140
Console box - See Instrument panel ................... IP-10
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-25
CONSULT-II Reference value (A/T) .................. AT-90
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-76
Control valve (A/T) ............................................. AT-37
Controller Area Network (CAN) . BL-24, BL-59, BL-98,
BL-191
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16
Converter housing installation ........... AT-272, AT-276
COOL/F - Wiring diagram ................ EC-471, EC-1217
Coolant replacement(VQ35DE) ........................ MA-15
Cooling circuit (engine)(VK45DE) ..................... CO-35
Cooling circuit (engine)(VQ35DE) ...................... CO-9
Cooling fan motor ............................ EC-478, EC-1224
Cooling fan(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-49
Cooling fan(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-21
Cowl top .............................................................. EI-23
Cowl top cover .................................................... EI-23
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation ............................................. EC-51
, EC-742
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) ... EC-300, EC-1036
Crankshaft(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-246
Crankshaft(VQ35DE) ...................................... EM-140
Crash zone sensor .......................................... SRS-42
Cylinder block boring(VK45DE) ...................... EM-267
Cylinder block(VK45DE) ................................. EM-245
Cylinder block(VQ35DE) ................................. EM-122
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VK45DE) .......... EM-231
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VQ35DE) .......... EM-103
Cylinder head(VK45DE) ................................. EM-229
Cylinder head(VQ35DE) ................................. EM-100
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D/LOCK - Wiring diagram ....................... BL-26
, BL-32
Daytime light system ........................................... LT-39
Daytime running light - See Daytime light system LT-39
Diagnosis sensor unit ..................................... SRS-45
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for OBD system EC-15,
EC-707
Direct clutch solenoid valve ............... AT-158, AT-160
Display and amp.assembly ............... ATC-51, ATC-63
Door glass ........................................... GW-76, GW-80
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Front) ................ GW-78
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Rear) ................. GW-83
Door lock .......................................................... BL-157
Door mirror ...................................................... GW-114
Door trim ............................................................. EI-34
Door, front ........................................... BL-153, GW-76
Door, rear ............................................ BL-153, GW-80
Drive belt inspection ......................................... MA-22
Drive belt inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... MA-14
Drive belt(VK45DE) ........................................ EM-173
Drive belt(VQ35DE) .......................................... EM-15
Drive shaft ......................................................... MA-38
Drive shaft (rear) ............................................... RAX-9
Driver air bag .................................................. SRS-35
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-42
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-134
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ECM power supply EC-164
, EC-413, EC-855, EC-1137
ECM/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-414, EC-1138

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Pressure switch 6 ...............................
AT-164, AT-181
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................ AT-54
Propeller shaft ........................................... PR-4, PR-7
Propeller shaft on vehicle service .............. PR-4, PR-7
Propeller shaft vibration ............................. PR-4, PR-7
PS/SEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-398, EC-1130
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R/VIEW - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-117
Radiator(VK45DE) ............................................. CO-41
Radiator(VQ35DE) ............................................ CO-14
Rear axle ........................................................... RAX-5
Rear bumper ........................................................ EI-17
Rear combination lamp removal and installation ..........
LT-149
Rear door ............................................ BL-153, GW-80
Rear seat ......................................................... SE-106
Rear suspension ............................................... RSU-5
Rear view monitor ............................................. DI-114
Rear washer .................................................... WW-38
Rear window defogger ...................................... GW-86
Rear wiper ....................................................... WW-38
Refrigerant connection precaution ..................... ATC-8
Refrigerant discharging evacuating charging ATC-138
Refrigerant general precaution .......................... ATC-7
Refrigerant lines ............................................ ATC-138
Refrigerant pressure sensor ........... EC-674, EC-1364,
ATC-90
, ATC-156
Refrigeration cycle ........................................... ATC-21
Removal and installation (A/T) ........... AT-270, AT-273
Removal and installation (Transfer) .................... TF-44
Revolution sensor (A/T) ...................... AT-118, AT-263
Rocker cover(VK45DE) ................................... EM-197
Rocker cover(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-51
Room lamp - See Interior lamp ......................... LT-159
ROOM/L - Wiring diagram ................................ LT-167
RP/SEN - Wiring diagram ................ EC-675, EC-1365
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Seal - See Exterior .............................................. EI-27
SEAT - Wiring diagram ...................................... SE-93
Seat belt inspection ............................................. SB-6
Seat belt, front ..................................................... SB-3
Seat, rear ......................................................... SE-106
Self-diagnosis (Transfer) .................................... TF-22
SEN/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-484, EC-1230
SHIFT - Wiring diagram ................................... AT-237
Shift change signal ........................................ EC-1290
Shift lock system .............................................. AT-236
Shift schedule .................................................. AT-351
Shock absorber (rear) ....................................... RSU-9
Side air bag (satellite) sensor .......................... SRS-43
Side curtain air bag .......................................... SRS-40
Side trim .............................................................. EI-36
SMJ (super multiple junction) ............................ PG-78
SNOW MODE SW ......................................... EC-1388
SNOWSW - Wiring diagram .......................... EC-1389
Spark plug replacement .................................... MA-27
Spark plug replacement(VQ35DE) ................... MA-20
Spark plug(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-190
Spark plug(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-43
Specification value ............................. EC-153, EC-844
Speedometer ........................................................ DI-5
Spiral cable ..................................................... SRS-37
Spot lamp .......................................................... LT-187
SROOF - Wiring diagram ..................... BL-172, RF-14
SRS - See Supplemental Restraint System ..... SRS-5
SRS - Wiring diagram ..................................... SRS-11
SRS Trouble diagnoses .................................... SRS-7
Stabilizer bar (rear) ......................................... RSU-16
Stall test (A/T) .................................................... AT-52
Standardized relay ............................................. PG-80
START - Wiring diagram .................................... SC-11
Starter ................................................................ SC-10
Starting system .................................................. SC-10
Steering gear and linkage inspection ................ MA-36
Steering linkage ................................................. PS-19
Steering wheel and column ................... PS-10, PS-12
Steering wheel turning force .............................. PS-10
Step lamp .......................................................... LT-126
Stop lamp .......................................................... LT-118
Stop lamp switch .............................. EC-614, EC-1297
STOP/L - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-120
Sun roof, electric ................................................ RF-10
Sunload sensor ............................. ATC-110, ATC-119
Sunroof .................................................. RF-10, RF-25
Supplemental Restraint System ....................... SRS-5
Supplemental restraint system - Wiring diagram ..........
SRS-11
Suspension ....................................................... MA-37
Symbols and abbreviations ...................... GI-10, GI-23
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Tachometer ........................................................... DI-5
TCM circuit diagram ........................................... AT-51
TCM inspection table ......................................... AT-89
Thermostat(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-53
Thermostat(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-26
Three way catalyst function (Bank 1) EC-316, EC-1050
Three way catalyst function (Bank 2) EC-316, EC-1050
Three way catalyst precautions ............................ GI-6
Three way catalyst(VK45DE) .......................... EM-182
Three way catalyst(VQ35DE) ........................... EM-26
Throttle control motor ....................... EC-437, EC-1161
Throttle control motor relay .............. EC-432, EC-1156
Throttle position sensor (TPS) .......... EC-213, EC-278,
EC-479
, EC-481, EC-633, EC-920, EC-1015, EC-1225,
EC-1227
, EC-1316
Throttle valve closed position learning ............. EC-786
Tie-rod ............................................................... PS-19
Timing chain(VK45DE) ................................... EM-200
Timing chain(VQ35DE) ..................................... EM-64
Tire rotation ............................................. WT-6, MA-35
Top tether strap child restraint ........................... SB-10
Torque converter installation AT-271, AT-272, AT-276

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Work FlowAIS003CF
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 IP-8, "
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 drought 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 model, 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: J39570, 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 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 (J43980) 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 (J43980). 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) think,
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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 CLOTH TAPE
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 follow-
ing 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 (J43980) to repair the noise.