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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's 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 bro-
ken or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.

tapping or pushing/pulling the component that you suspect is causing the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only
temporarily.

feeling for a vibration with your hand by touching the component(s) that you suspect is (are) causing the
noise.

placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.

looking for loose components and contact marks.
Refer to GW-7, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE

If the cause is a loose component, tighten the component securely.

If the cause is insufficient clearance between components:
–separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
–insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or ure-
thane tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is available through your authorized NISSAN
Parts Department.
CAUTION:
Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
The following materials are contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980). Each item can be
ordered separately as needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100× 135 mm (3.94×5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 ×85 mm (2.36× 3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15× 25
mm (0.59 ×0.98 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.77 in) thick, 50 ×50 mm (1.97 ×1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick,
50 ×50 mm (1.97 ×1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESGW-7
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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 following mate-
rials 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 instead 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.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingEIS004TO
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 silicone 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.

GW-8
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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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 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/HEADLINER
Noises in the sunroof/headliner 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 lense 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.

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FRONT DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR
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Fitting Inspection

Check that the glass is securely fit into the glass run groove.

Lower the glass slightly [approximately 10 to 20 mm (0.39 to 0.79 in)] and check that the clearance to the
sash is parallel. If the clearance between the glass and sash is not parallel, loosen the regulator bolts,
guide rail bolts, and glass and guide rail bolts to correct the glass position.
FRONT DOOR GLASS REGULATOR
Removal
1. Remove the front door finisher. Refer to EI-32, "DOOR FINISHER" .
2. Remove the hole cover over rear glass bolt.
3. Temporarily reconnect the power window switch.
4. Operate the power window main switch to raise/lower the door window until the glass bolts can be seen.
5. Remove the inside seal.
6. Remove the glass bolts.
7. Raise the front door glass and hold it in place with suitable tool.
8. Disconnect the harness connector from the regulator assembly.
9. Remove the bolts and the regulator assembly.
Disassembly And Assembly
Remove the regulator motor from the regulator assembly.
Inspection After Removal
Check the regulator assembly for the following items. If a malfunc-
tion is detected, replace or grease it.

Wire wear

Regulator deformation

Grease condition for each sliding part
The arrows in the figure show the application points of the body
grease.
Installation
1. Install the regulator assembly. Refer to GW-66, "FRONT DOOR GLASS REGULATOR" .
2. Connect the harness connector to the regulator assembly.
3. Align the glass and install the glass bolts.
4. Reset the limit switch. Refer to GW-66, "
Setting of Limit Switch" .
5. Install front door finisher. Refer to EI-32, "
DOOR FINISHER" .
SETTING AFTER INSTALLATION
Setting of Limit Switch
If any of the following work has been done, set the limit switch (integrated in the motor).

Removal and installation of the regulator.

Removal and installation of the motor from the regulator.

Removal and installation of the glass.

Removal and installation of the glass run.
Resetting
After installing each component, perform the following procedure to reset the limit switch.
LIIA0670E
Glass bolts: 6.1 N·m (0.62 kg-m, 54 in-lb)

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REAR DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR
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REAR DOOR GLASS AND REGULATORPFP:82300
Removal and InstallationEIS0062O
REAR DOOR GLASS
Removal
1. Remove the rear door finisher. Refer to EI-33, "REMOVAL" .
2. Temporarily reconnect the power window switch.
3. Operate the power window switch to raise/lower the door win- dow until the glass bolts can be seen.
4. Remove the inside seal.
5. Remove the glass run from the partition glass.
6. Remove the partition sash bolt (lower) and screw (upper) to remove the sash.
7. Remove the glass bolts and glass.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Reset the power window limit switch. Refer to GW-70, "SETTING AFTER INSTALLATION" .
Fitting Inspection

Check that the glass is securely fit into the glass run groove.

Lower the glass slightly [approximately 10 to 20 mm (0.39 to 0.79 in)], and check that the clearance to the
sash is parallel. If the clearance between the glass and sash is not parallel, loosen the regulator bolts,
guide rail bolts, and glass and carrier plate bolts to correct the glass position.
WIIA0298E
SIIA0290E
Glass bolts : 6.1 N·m (0.62 Kg-m, 54 in-lb)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERGW-83
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Door mirror defogger RH does not operate.1. Door mirror LH (door mirror defogger) circuit checkGW-90
Rear window defogger switch does not light, and rear win-
dow defogger is not shown on the display, but the rear win-
dow defogger operates. 1. Rear window defogger signal check
GW-90
SymptomDiagnoses / Service procedureRefer to page

GW-92
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
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Filament RepairEIS005Z5
REPAIR EQUIPMENT

Conductive silver composition (DuPont No. 4817 or equivalent)

Ruler 30 cm (11.8 in) long

Drawing pen

Heat gun

Alcohol

Cloth
REPAIRING PROCEDURE
1. Wipe broken heat wire and its surrounding area clean with a
cloth dampened in alcohol.
2. Apply a small amount of conductive silver composition to tip of drawing pen.
Shake silver composition container before use.
3. Place ruler on glass along broken line. Deposit conductive silver composition on break with drawing pen. Slightly overlap existing
heat wire on both sides [preferably 5 mm (0.20 in)] of the break.
4. After repair has been completed, check repaired wire for conti- nuity. This check should be conducted 10 minutes after silver
composition is deposited.
Do not touch repaired area while test is being conducted.
5. Apply a constant stream of hot air directly to the repaired area for approximately 20 minutes with a heat gun. A minimum dis-
tance of 3 cm (1.2 in) should be kept between repaired area and
hot air outlet.
If a heat gun is not available, let the repaired area dry for 24
hours.
PIIA0215E
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Brake inspection ................................................
MA-28
Brake lines and cables inspection ..................... MA-28
Brake master cylinder ....................................... BR-15
Brake switch ...................................... EC-511, EC-523
BRK/SW - Wiring diagram ............................... EC-524
Bulb specifications ........................................... LT-175
Bumper, front ...................................................... EI-13
Bumper, rear ....................................................... EI-15
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Cabin air filter .................................................... MA-21
Camshaft ........................................................... EM-46
Camshaft inspection .......................................... EM-50
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) ................ EC-347
CAN - Wiring diagram EC-152, AT-96, AT-97, LAN-28,
LAN-39
, LAN-57, LAN-79, LAN-98
CAN communication EC-31, EC-151, EC-154, TF-113,
RSU-6
Canister-See EVAP canister ............................. EC-35
Center case (Transfer) ....................... TF-154, TF-167
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ............................... SC-18
Charging system ............................................... SC-17
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-21
Chassis and body maintenanceSchedule 1 ........ MA-8
Chassis and body maintenanceSchedule 2 ...... MA-10
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-46
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-17
Clock ................................................................... DI-71
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-71
Closed loop control ............................. EC-25, EC-470
Closed loop control (Bank 1) ........................... EC-470
Closed loop control (Bank 2) ........................... EC-470
Clutch drum (Transfer) ....................... TF-154, TF-167
Clutch pressure switch (Transfer) ...... TF-154, TF-167
Coil spring (front) ............................................. FSU-10
Collision diagnosis .......................................... SRS-60
Combination lamp, front, removal and installation . LT-
31
Combination lamp, rear, removal and installation .. LT-
125
Combination meter ................................................ DI-5
Combination switch .......................................... LT-100
COMBSW - Wiring diagram ............................. LT-100
COMM - Wiring diagram ................................... AV-97
COMPAS - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-27
Compass ............................................................. DI-26
Component Location (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-40
Compressor clutch removal and installation . ATC-176
Compressor mounting ................................... ATC-175
Compressor precaution ................................... ATC-11
Compressor special service tool ..................... ATC-14
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-182
Connecting rod .................................................. EM-96
Connecting rod bearing clearance .................... EM-96
Connecting rod bushing clearance .................... EM-96
Console box - See Instrument panel ................... IP-10
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-28
CONSULT-II for engine ................................... EC-114
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-71
Control valve (A/T) ............................................. AT-36
Control valve (Transfer) ...................... TF-154, TF-167
Converter housing installation ............ AT-245, AT-249
COOL/F - Wiring diagram ................................ EC-476
Coolant mixture ratio ......................................... MA-12
Coolant replacement ............................ CO-10, MA-13
Cooling circuit (engine) ........................................ CO-8
Cooling fan ........................................................ CO-17
Cooling fan control ........................................... EC-473
Cooling fan motor ............................................ EC-482
Cooling unit (A/C evaporator) ....... ATC-153, ATC-184
Corrosion protection ......................................... BL-165
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation .......................................................... EC-45
Crankshaft ......................................................... EM-79
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) ................... EC-340
Crash zone sensor .......................................... SRS-55
Cylinder block .................................................... EM-78
Cylinder block boring ......................................... EM-99
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D/LOCK - Wiring diagram ................................... BL-19
Data link connector for Consult ......... EC-116, EC-128
Daytime light system .......................................... LT-33
Daytime running light - See Daytime light system .. LT-
33
DEF - Wiring diagram ....................................... GW-77
Diagnosis sensor unit ...................................... SRS-58
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for OBD system . EC-8,
EC-52
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) inspection priority chart
EC-89
Differential carrier assembly ............................ RFD-15
Differential gear oil replacement ........................ MA-26
Dimensions ......................................................... GI-50
Direct clutch solenoid valve ................ AT-147, AT-149
Display and amp.assembly .............................. ATC-61
Display Control Unit ........................................... AV-86
Display Unit ....................................................... AV-86
Dome light - See Interior lamp .......................... LT-134
Door glass .......................................... GW-65, GW-68
Door lock .......................................................... BL-131
Door mirror lamp ............................................... LT-134
Door trim .............................................................. EI-32
Door, front ........................................... BL-128, GW-65
Door, rear ........................................... BL-128, GW-68
Drive belt ........................................................... EM-13
Drive chain (Transfer) ......................... TF-149, TF-176
Drive pinion diff. inspection .............................. RFD-18
Drive shaft (rear) ................................................ RAX-7
Driver air bag ................................................... SRS-46
DTC work support ............................................ EC-124
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-37
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-166
DVD - Wiring Diagram ....................................... AV-78
DVD Entertainment System ............................... AV-75
DVD Player ........................................................ AV-76