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PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WAR NING :
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions NIS0023K
Disconnect both battery cables in advance.
Disconnect air bag system line in advance.
Do not tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.
Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.
When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, which
may get in the way with cloth.
When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, protect parts by wrapping them with vinyl or tape.
Keep removed parts protected with cloth.
If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.
If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.
Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.
After re-assembly has been completed, make sure each part functions correctly.
Remove stains in the following way.
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain:
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3% or less), dip the cloth, then clean off the stain
with the cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then clean off the detergent completely.
Then wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.
Do not use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine.

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30
50 mm (1.181.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15
25 mm (0.590.98 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 place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit. 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 TroubleshootingNIS0023O
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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SUNROOF
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Work FlowNIS0023W
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the outline of system. Refer to RF-11, "
System Description" .
3. According to the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction. Refer to RF-18,
"Diagnosis Symptom Chart" .
4. Does sunroof system operate normally? If Yes, GO TO 5. If No, GO TO 3.
5. INSPECTION END.
Diagnosis Symptom ChartNIS0023X
BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit CheckNIS0023Y
1. CHECK FUSE
Check 50A fusible link (letter F, located in the fuse and fusible link box).
Check 15A fuse [No.1, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
Check 10A fuse [No.21, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
NOTE:
Refer to RF-10, "
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown out, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to
PG-3, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
Symptom Diagnostic procedure and repair order Refer to page
Sunroof does not operate properly.1. Power supply and ground circuit check of BCMRF-18
2. Sunroof motor assembly power supply and ground
circuit checkRF-19
3. Sunroof switch system checkRF-21
4. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-25
Automatic operation dose not operate.1. Initialization procedure check.RF-122. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-25
Motor does not stop at sunroof fully -open or fully- closed
position.1. Initialization procedure check.RF-12
2. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-25
Retained power operation does not operate properly.1. Check the retained power operation mode setting.RF-172. Door switch check.RF-23
3. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-25
Sunroof does not operate anti-pinch function.1. Initialization procedure check.RF-122. Replace sunroof motor assembly.RF-25

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Fitting AdjustmentNIS00242
RID WEATHERSTRIP OVERLAP ADJUSTMENT AND SURFACE MISMATCH ADJUSTMENT
1. Tilt up glass lid then remove side trim.
2. After loosening glass lid from bolts (left and right), tilt down glass lid.
3. Adjust glass lid from outside of vehicle so it resembles “A–A” “B–B” "C–C" as shown in the figure.
4. To prevent glass lid from moving after adjustment, first tighten the bolts of front left, and then tighten the
bolts of rear right.
5. Tighten remaining bolts, being careful to prevent glass lid from moving.
6. Tilt glass lid up and down several times to check that it moves smoothly.
Removal and InstallationNIS00243
After any adjustment, check sunroof operation and glass lid alignment.
Handle finisher plate and glass lid with care so not to cause damage.
It is desirable for easy installation to mark each point before removal.
CAUTION:
Always work with a helper.
Fully close the glass lid assembly, before removal, then do not operate sunroof motor assembly
after removal.
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A–A 1.4
0.8 mm (0.055 0.031 in) 0 1.5 mm (0 0.059 in)
B–B 1.2
0.8 mm (0.047 0.031 in) 0 1.5 mm (0 0.059 in)
C–C 1.4
0.8 mm (0.055 0.031 in) 0 1.5 mm (0 0.059 in)

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SUNROOF UNIT
Removal
CAUTION:
Always work with a helper.
When taking sunroof unit out, use clothes to protect the seats and trim from damage.
After installing the sunroof unit and glass lid, be sure to carry out the leak test and check that
there is no malfunction.
1. Remove the headlining. Refer to EI-52, "
HEADLINING" .
2. Disconnect drain hoses.
3. Tilt up glass lid, and then remove glass lid.
4. Remove sunroof motor assembly mounting screws. Disconnect connector from sunroof motor assembly
and then remove sunroof motor assembly.
CAUTION:
Before removing sunroof motor, make sure that sunroof lid is fully closed.
After removing sunroof motor, do not attempt to rotate sunroof motor assembly as a single unit.
5. Remove nuts from the front end and side rail.
6. Remove front sunroof bracket bolts.
7. Remove rear sunroof bracket bolts, and then remove sunroof unit assembly from roof panel.
8. Remove sunroof unit assembly through the passenger compartment while being careful not to damage
the seats and trim.
Installation
1. Temporarily tighten the mounting bolts to the rear sunroof brackets (RH/LH).
2. Bring sunroof unit into passenger compartment, and then place the rear end of the rail onto the rear sun-
roof brackets.
3. Temporarily tighten the mounting nuts to the front end of sunroof unit assembly.
4. Tighten the installation points diagonally excluding the installation point of the sunroof bracket around the
roof opening.
5. Tighten the front sunroof bracket bolts of the vehicle side, and then tighten the bolt of the rail side.
6. Tighten the rear sunroof bracket bolts of the vehicle side, and then tighten the bolt of the rail side.
7. Tighten the mounting nuts to the front end and side rail.
8. Move the sunroof motor assembly laterally by little by little so that the gear is completely engaged into the
wire on the sunroof unit assembly and mounting surface becomes parallel. Then secure the sunroof motor
assembly with screws.
CAUTION:
Before installing the sunroof motor assembly, be sure to the place the link and wire assembly in
the symmetrical and fully closed position.
9. Install glass lid.
NOTE:
After installation, carry out fitting adjustment.
10. Connect drain hoses.
11. Install headlining. Refer to EI-52, "
HEADLINING" .
4. Sunroof motor assembly 5. Front sunroof bracket (LH/RH) 6. Rear sunroof bracket (LH/RH)
7. Sunroof unit assembly

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REAR FINAL DRIVE
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REAR FINAL DRIVE
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Service Notice or Precautions .................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 7
DESCRIPTION ............................................................ 8
Cross-Sectional View ............................................... 8
DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL ........................................ 9
Changing Differential Gear Oil ................................. 9
DRAINING ............................................................. 9
FILLING ................................................................. 9
Checking Differential Gear Oil .................................. 9
OIL LEAKAGE AND OIL LEVEL ........................... 9
FRONT OIL SEAL .................................................
... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
IDENTIFICATION STAMP OF REPLACEMENT
FREQUENCY OF FRONT OIL SEAL ................. 10
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 10
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12
SIDE OIL SEAL ........................................................ 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 14
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14REAR FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY ............................ 16
Removal and Installation ........................................ 16
COMPONENTS ................................................... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 18
COMPONENTS ................................................... 18
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ... 19
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 22
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 26
ADJUSTMENT AND SELECTION OF ADJUST-
ING WASHERS ................................................... 26
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 31
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 37
General Specifications ......................................... ... 37
Inspection and Adjustment ..................................... 37
DRIVE GEAR RUNOUT ...................................... 37
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE GEAR CLEARANCE ....... 37
PRELOAD TORQUE ........................................... 37
BACKLASH ......................................................... 37
COMPANION FLANGE RUNOUT ....................... 37
SELECTIVE PARTS ............................................ 38

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PRECAUTIONS
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Service Notice or PrecautionsNDS000EY
Check for the correct installation status prior to removal or disassembly. If matching marks are required,
be certain they do not interfere with the function of the parts when applied.
Overhaul should be done in a clean work area, it is preferable to work in dustproof area.
Before disassembly, using steam or white gasoline, completely remove sand and mud from the exterior of
the unit, preventing them from entering into the unit during disassembly or assembly.
Check appearance of the disassembled parts for damage, deformation, and unusual wear. Replace them
with a new ones if necessary.
Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time when the unit is disassembled.
In principle, tighten bolts or nuts gradually in several steps working diagonally from inside to outside. If
tightening sequence is specified, observe it.
Clean and flush the parts sufficiently and blow-dry them.
Be careful not to damage sliding surfaces and mating surfaces.
When applying sealant, remove the old sealant from the mounting surface; then remove any moisture, oil,
and foreign materials from the application and mounting surfaces.
Always use shop paper for cleaning the inside of components.
Avoid using cotton gloves or shop rags to prevent entering of lint.
During assembly, observe the specified tightening torque, and apply new gear oil, petroleum jelly, or multi-
purpose grease as specified for each vehicle, if necessary.

PREPARATION
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Special Service ToolsNDS000EZ
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
To o l n u m b e r
(Kent-Moore No.)
To o l n a m eDescription
KV381054S0
(J-34286)
PullerRemoving front oil seal
ST30720000
(J-25405)
Drift
a: 77 mm (3.03 in) dia.
b: 55.5 mm (2.185 in) dia.
Installing front oil seal
Installing pinion rear bearing outer race
KV40104100
(—)
AttachmentRemoving side flange (For VQ35DE models)
KV40101000
(—)
AttachmentRemoving side flange (For VK45DE models)
ST36230000
(J-25840-A)
Sliding hammer Removing side flange
KV38100200
(J-26233)
Drift
a: 65 mm (2.56 in) dia.
b: 49 mm (1.93 in) dia.Installing side oil seal
KV38107900
(J-39352)
ProtectorInstalling side flange
ZZA0601D
ZZA0811D
ZZA0804D
NT159
ZZA0803D
ZZA1143D
S-NT129