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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/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 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 SEAT
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1. Headrest2. Headrest holder 3. Seatback assembly
4. Armrest assembly 5. Seat cushion trim cover 6. Seat cushion pad
7. Seat cushion heating element 8. Seat cushion frame 9. Seatbelt buckle assembly
10. Lifter motor link bar 11. Seat frame assembly 12. Seat cushion inner finisher
13. Seat lifter motor assembly 14. Seat spacer 15. Lock gear
16. Seat cushion front finisher 17. Flexible seat wire 18. Front seat slide motor assembly (LH)
19. Power seat memory module 20. Lifter motor bracket assembly 21. Driver seat wiring harness
22. Seat cushion outer finisher 23. Bolt cover 24. Outer pedestal finisher
25. LH outer leg cover 26. Seat slide/recline switch 27. Slide switch knob
28. Recliner switch knob 29. Power seat switch escutcheon 30. Lumbar switch bezel
31. Lumbar switch 32. Headrest holder with multi-position lock

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SECOND SEAT
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7. LH headrest guide free8. Seatback board 9. Seat bracket cover
10. Armrest pivot bracket cover 11. Seatback frame 12. Seat cushion frame
13. Latch assembly 14. Lower rear pivot bracket support 15. Outer hinge cover
16. Center seat base assembly 17. Link and pivot bracket apron 18. Seat cushion pad
19. Seat cushion trim cover 20. Cushion stop bumper 21. Inner lever cover
22. Seat hinge assembly 23. Seat lever assembly 24 Outer lever cover
25. Seat lock cover 26 Armrest cover 27 Armrest bracket
28 Armrest pad 29 Cup holder 30 Seatback trim cover
31. Seat belt retractor and belt assembly A. Refer to SB-6, "
Removal and Installation of Second Row Seat Belt"

PRECAUTIONSSRS-3
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SRS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
EHS0016A
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.
WARNING:

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 for SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER” ServiceEHS0016B

Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.

Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bags and seat belt
pre-tensioners to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.

The air diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “⇐” pointing toward the front of
the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.

The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.

Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad
side facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing
down.

Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.

After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
Occupant Classification System PrecautionEHS0016C
Replace control unit and passenger front seat cushion as an assembly.

FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULESRS-51
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For removal/installation of the direct-connect SRS connectors, refer to SRS-7, "Direct-connect SRS Com-
ponent Connectors" .
CAUTION:

Always work from the side of or under front passenger air bag module.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected.
Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
Service Replacement Passenger Air Bag Module
1. Install the front passenger air bag module to the instrument
panel pad assembly.
2. Install the instrument panel assembly. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
3. Connect the front passenger air bag module harness connector to yellow 4-pin service replacement air bag connector and fasten connector to mounting bracket.
CAUTION:

Always work from the side of or under front passenger air bag module.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected.
Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
WIRING HARNESS MODIFICATION
The passenger air bag module originally installed in the vehicle uses direct-connect style harness connectors.
Service replacement passenger air bag modules use tab-locking style harness connectors. If the passenger
air bag module is replaced or if the direct-connect harness connectors are damaged, the vehicle wiring har-
ness must be modified to allow connection of the service replacement passenger air bag module.
NOTE:
The wiring harness modification is to be performed only if the vehicle is equipped with the original passenger
air bag which uses direct-connect harness connectors. If the passenger air bag is to be replaced in a vehicle
that has already had the service replacement passenger air bag installed, the wiring harness modification is
not required.
CAUTION:

Do not attempt to repair or replace damaged direct-connect front passenger air bag module con-
nectors. If a direct-connect harness connector is damaged, the front passenger air bag must be
replaced and the wiring harness modified.

Before servicing SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least
3 minutes.

Always work from the side of or under front passenger air bag module.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected.
Refer to SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
1. Locate the yellow and orange direct-connect passenger air bag module harness connectors.
2. Use wire cutters to cut back both previously used direct-connect passenger air bag module harness con- nectors from the vehicle wiring harness approximately 50 mm (1.9 in) from the connectors.
3. Remove approximately 150 mm (5.9 in) of the vehicle harness covering from the cut end.
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SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSOR
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SIDE AIR BAG (SATELLITE) SENSORPFP:98830
Removal and InstallationEHS00173
REMOVAL
CAUTION:

Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Remove seat belt pre-tensioner. Refer to SB-3, "
Removal and
Installation of Front Seat Belt" .
3. Remove side air bag (satellite) sensor nuts.
4. Disconnect the side air bag (satellite) sensor harness connector.
CAUTION:

Do not use old nuts after removal; replace with new nuts.

Check side air bag (satellite) sensor to make sure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If
it shows any visible signs of damage, replace it with new one.

Do not disassemble side air bag (satellite) sensor.

Replace side air bag (satellite) sensor if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT
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DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNITPFP:28556
Removal and InstallationEHS00175
REMOVAL
CAUTION:

Before servicing the SRS, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and wait at
least 3 minutes.
1. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables, then wait at least 3 minutes.
2. Disconnect the harness connectors for each air bag module and seat belt pre-tensioner.
3. Remove center console. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
4. Disconnect diagnosis sensor unit harness connectors.
5. Remove fixing bolts from the diagnosis sensor unit.
CAUTION:

Do not use old bolts; replace with new bolts.

Check diagnosis sensor unit bracket to ensure it is free of deformities, dents, cracks or rust. If it
shows any visible signs of damage, replace with new one.

Replace diagnosis sensor unit if it has been dropped or sustained an impact.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
CAUTION:

The diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark " ⇐" pointing toward the
front of the vehicle for proper operation.
ECU DISCRIMINATED NO.
After replacing the diagnosis sensor unit, confirm that the diagnosis sensor unit identification is correct for the
vehicle as equipped. Refer to SRS-18, "
CONSULT-II Function (AIR BAG)" .
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COLLISION DIAGNOSIS
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For Frontal CollisionEHS001N3
Check the SRS components using the following table.

After the work is completed, perform self-diagnosis to check that no malfunction is detected. Refer to
SRS-20, "
SRS Operation Check" .
SRS INSPECTION (FOR FRONTAL COLLISION)
PartSRS is activated SRS is NOT activated
Driver air bag module If the driver air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners. If the driver air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove driver air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for damage,
terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install driver air bag module into the steering wheel to check fit and alignment with the wheel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged —REPLACE. Install driver air bag modules with new fasteners.
Front passenger air
bag module If the front passenger
air bag has deployed:
REPLACE
Install with new fas-
teners. If the front passenger air bag has NOT been activated:
1. Remove front passenger air bag module. Check harness cover and connectors for
damage, terminals for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Install front passenger air bag module into the instrument panel to check fit with the instrument panel.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged —REPLACE. Install front passenger air bag modules with new fasten-
ers.
Crash zone sensor If any of the front air bags or seat belt pre-
tensioners* have
been activated:
REPLACE the crash
zone sensor and
bracket with new fas-
teners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only. If the front air bags or seat belt pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove the crash zone sensor. Check harness connectors for damage, terminals
for deformities, and harness for binding.
2. Check for visible signs of damage (dents, cracks, deformation) of the crash zone sensor and bracket.
3. Install the crash zone sensor to check fit.
4. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
5. If damaged —REPLACE the crash zone sensor and bracket with new fasteners.
Seat belt pre-ten-
sioner assemblies
(All applicable loca-
tions: buckle, reel, lap
outer) If either the driver or
passenger seat belt
pre-tensioner* has
been activated:
REPLACE all seat
belt pre-tensioner
assemblies with new
fasteners.
*: Confirm seat belt
pre-tensioner activa-
tion using CONSULT-
II only. If the pre-tensioners have NOT been activated:
1. Remove seat belt pre-tensioners.
Check harness cover and connectors for damage, terminals for deformities, and
harness for binding.
2. Check belts for damage and anchors for loose mounting.
3. Check retractor for smooth operation.
4. Check seat belt adjuster for damage.
5. Check for deformities of the center pillar inner.
6. If the center pillar inner has no damage, REPLACE the seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
7. If no damage is found, reinstall seat belt pre-tensioner assembly.
8. If damaged —REPLACE. Install the seat belt pre-tensioners with new fasteners.
Diagnosis sensor unit If any of the SRS components have
been activated:
REPLACE the diag-
nosis sensor unit.
Install with new fas-
teners. If none of the SRS components have been activated:
1. Check case for dents, cracks or deformities.
2. Check connectors for damage, and terminals for deformities.
3. If no damage is found, reinstall with new fasteners.
4. If damaged
—REPLACE. Install diagnosis sensor unit with new fasteners.