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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.
NOTE:
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 (3.945.31 in)/76884-71L01: 6085 mm (2.363.35 in)/76884-
71L02: 15
25 mm (0.590.98 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 (1.971.97 in)/73982-
50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50
50 mm (1.971.97 in)
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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 TroubleshootingNIS0021C
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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POWER WINDOW SYSTEMPFP:25401
Component Parts and Harness Connector LocationNIS0021F
System DescriptionNIS0021G
Power is supplied at all time
through 50A fusible link (letter F , located in the fuse and fusible link box)
to BCM terminal 55, and
through BCM terminal 54
to power window main switch terminal 19
to power window sub-switch (front passenger side) terminal 10
to power window sub-switch (rear LH and RH) terminal 10.
through 10A fuse [No. 21, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
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1. Fuse block (J/B) 2. Fusible link 3. BCM M1, M2, M3
4.Power window main switch D10,
D115. Power window sub-switch D46 6.Power window motor (front driver
side) D12
7. Power window motor (rear LH) D58 8. Front door switch driver side B11 9.Front door switch passenger side
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to BCM terminal 42.
With ignition switch in ON or START position,
Power is supplied
through 15A fuse [No. 1, located in the fuse block (J/B)]
to BCM terminal 38, and
through BCM terminal 53
to power window main switch terminal 10
Ground supplied
to BCM terminal 52
through body grounds M16 and M70.
to power window main switch terminal 17
through body grounds M16 and M70.
to power window sub-switch (front passenger side) terminal 11
through body grounds M16 and M70.
to power window sub-switch (rear LH and RH) terminal 11
through body grounds B5, B40 and B131.
MANUAL OPERATION
Front Driver Side Door
WINDOW UP
When the front LH switch in the power window main switch is pressed in the up position,
Power is supplied
through power window main switch terminal 8
to power window motor (front driver side) terminal 2.
Ground is supplied
to power window motor (front driver side) terminal 1
through power window main switch terminal 11.
Then, the motor raises the window until the switch is released.
WINDOW DOWN
When the front LH switch in the power window main switch is pressed in the down position
Power is supplied
through power window main switch terminal 11
to power window motor (front driver side) terminal 1.
Ground is supplied
to power window motor (front driver side) terminal 2
through power window main switch terminal 8.
Then, the motor lowers the window until the switch is released.
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AUTO OPERATION
The power window AUTO feature enables the driver to open or close the window without holding the window
switch in the down or up position.
POWER WINDOW SERIAL LINK
Power window main switch, any power window sub-switches and BCM transmit and receive the signal by
power window serial link.
The under mentioned signal is transmitted from BCM to power window main switch and power window sub-
switches.
Keyless power window down signal.
The under mentioned signal is transmitted from power window main switch to power window sub-switch (front
passenger side)
Front passenger side door window operation signal.
Power window control by key cylinder switch signal.
Power window lock signal.
Retained power operation signal.
The under mentioned signal is transmitted from power window main switch to power window sub-switch (rear
LH or RH)
Rear LH or RH side door window operation signal.
Power window control by key cylinder switch signal.
Power window lock signal.
Retained power operation signal.
POWER WINDOW LOCK
The power window lock is designed to lock operation of all windows except for driver side door window.
When the lock position, the power window lock signal is transmitted to any power window sub-switches by
power window serial link. This prevents the power window motors from operating.
RETAINED POWER OPERATION
When the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position from ON or START position.
Power is supplied for 45 seconds
through BCM terminal 53
to power window main switch terminal 10.
When power and ground are supplied, the BCM continues to be energized, and the power window can be
operated.
The retained power operation is canceled when the driver or passenger side door is opened.
RAP signal period can be changed by CONSULT-II. Refer to GW-30, "
CONSULT-II Function (BCM)" .
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FAIL-SAFE CONTROL
The encoder signal detects the up / down speed / detection of door glass. If the malfunction is detected to the
encoder signal or the difference between the glass fully closed position (memorized in power window main
switch or power window sub-switch) and the actual glass position is detected, it shifts into the fail-safe control
It is shifts into the fail-safe control, the initialization is not performed and the following function is not activated
Auto up operation
Anti-pinch function
It is shifts into the fail-safe control, performed the initialization to resume normal operation condition.
POWER WINDOW CONTROL BY THE KEY CYLINDER SWITCH
When ignition key switch is OFF, front power window can be opened or closed by turning the key cylinder
switch UNLOCK / LOCK position more than 1.5 second over condition.
Power window can be opened as the door key cylinder is kept fully turning to the UNLOCK position.
Power window can be closed as the door key cylinder is kept fully turning to the LOCK position.
The power window DOWN stops when the following operations are carried out.
While performing open / close the window, power window is stopped at the position as the door key cylin-
der is placed on NEUTRAL.
When the ignition switch is turned ON while the power window DOWN is operated.
DTC Condition
Pulse sensor detects malfunctionDuring the glass opening/closing operation, a pulse signal is continuously
detected for the specified terms or more
Both pulse sensors detect malfunctionDuring the glass opening/closing operation, both pulse signals are not
detected for the specified values or more
Pulse direction malfunctionThe following condition is detected for the specified values or more. The
pulse signal (detected during glass open/close operation) detects the
opposite direction to the driving direction of power window motor.
Glass recognized position malfunction 1During the glass opening/closing operation, the difference between the
glass fully closed position (memorized in power window main switch or
power window sub-switch) and the actual glass position is detected for
the specified values or more.
Glass recognized position malfunction 2During the glass opening/closing operation, a pulse count is detected that
is above the glass full stroke
Glass fully closed position not updated malfunctionContinuously perform the glass open/close operation (with the glass not
fully closed) at the specified value (approx. 10 time) or more
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Terminal and Reference Value for Power Window Main SwitchNIS0021M
Terminal Wire color Item ConditionVoltage [V]
(Approx.)
2 W/B Encoder ground — 0
4BRDoor key cylinder switch
LOCK signalKey position
(Neutral
Locked)5 0
6V/RDoor key cylinder switch
UNLOCK signalKey position
(Neutral
Unlocked)5 0
8LFront driver side power window
motor UP signalWhen front LH switch in
power window main switch is
UP at operated. Battery voltage
9 G/W Encoder pulse signal 2When power window motor oper-
ates.
10 Y/B Rap signalIGN SW ON Battery voltage
Within 45 second after ignition
switch is turned to OFFBattery voltage
When driver side or passenger
side door is opened daring
retained power operation0
11 GFront driver side power window
motor DOWN signalWhen front LH switch in
power window main switch is
DOWN at operated. Battery voltage
13 G/Y Encoder pulse signal 1When power window motor oper-
ates.
14 Y Power window serial linkIGN SW ON or power window
timer operating.
15 G/R Encoder power supplyWhen ignition switch ON or power
window timer operates.10
17 B Ground — 0
19 W/B Battery power supply — Battery voltage
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