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HEADLINING
12. Remove sunvisor holders RH/LH by rotating 45 degrees, then
pulling outward.
13. Release the metal clips, then remove the roof console/map lamp assembly (if equipped).
14. Release remaining headlining clips.
15. Disconnect antenna feeder cable near rear pillar finisher LH.
16. Disengage the dual lock fastener on the backside of headlining.
Insert a suitable tool into the edge of dual lock fastener, then move the tool side to side horizontally to
release it.
CAUTION:
Excessive up and down force may cause roof panel damage.
17. Position the headlining so the front edge goes through the open-
ing of the right side front door.
18. Position the headlining so the rear edge goes through the open-
ing of the left rear door, then remove headlining.
CAUTION:
2 technicians should be used to avoid damage when remov-
ing or replacing headlining.
During headlining removal and installation, cover the center
console finisher upper surface to prevent damage.
Set A/T shift lever to the D position, and make a space to
remove front end of headlining right side.
Do not bend headlining when removing.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
PIIB3982J
PIIB2586J
PIIB6049E
PIIB6050E
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HEADLINING
14. Disconnect antenna feeder cable near rear pillar finisher LH.
15. Disengage the dual lock fastener on the backside of headlining.
Insert a suitable tool into the edge of dual lock fastener, then move the tool side to side horizontally to
release it.
CAUTION:
Excessive up and down force may cause roof panel damage.
16. Position the headlining so the front edge goes through the open-
ing of the right side front door.
17. Position the headlining so the rear edge goes through the open-
ing of the left rear door, then remove headlining.
CAUTION:
2 technicians should be used to avoid damage when remov-
ing or replacing headlining.
During headlining removal and installation, cover the center
console finisher upper surface to prevent damage.
Set A/T shift lever to the D position, and make a space to
remove front end of headlining right side.
Do not bend headlining when removing.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Avoid headlining damage when installing by inserting rear clips first during assembly.
PIIB2586J
PIIB6049E
IP-4
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work FlowINFOID:0000000001523314
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 surfaces
= 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 depen-
dent 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 brought on by activity.
- Buzz — (Like a bumblebee)
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.
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.
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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 (Gasps) 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 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 fasteners
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 elimi-
nated 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 Squeak and Rattle Kit 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 Squeak and Rattle Kit. Each item can be ordered separately as
needed.
URETHANE PADS [1.5 mm (0.059 in) thick]
Insulates connectors, harness, etc.
76268-9E005: 100 x 135 mm (3.94 x 5.31 in)/76884-71L01: 60 x 85 mm (2.36 x 3.35 in)/76884-71L02: 15 x 25
mm (0.59 x 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 x 50 mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)/73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.39 in) thick, 50 x 50
mm (1.97 x 1.97 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 x 50 mm (1.18 x 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTH TAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 x 25 mm (0.59 x 0.98 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
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Used in place 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 TroubleshootingINFOID:0000000001523315
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 Squeak and Rattle Kit to repair the noise.
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
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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
d. Lift the side ventilator assembly up from the bottom, pull back-
ward while disengaging the side ventilator assembly upper
pawls, and then remove the side ventilator assembly.
17. Remove the front passenger air bag module. Refer to SR-9, "
Removal and Installation".
18. Remove instrument upper mask.
a. Insert a remover into backside space of instrument upper mask.
b. Disconnect harness connector, and then remove instrument
upper mask.
19. Remove instrument finisher D.
a. Insert a remover into upper space of instrument finisher D.
b. Disengage clips and pawls, then remove instrument finisher D.
20. Remove controller. Refer to TM-203, "
Selector Lever Knob Removal and Installation".
21. Remove instrument upper panel assembly.
a. Remove bolts and screws.
b. Pull backward and remove instrument upper panel assembly.
22. Remove lighting & turn signal switch. Refer to EXL-101, "
Removal and Installation".
23. Remove wiper & washer switch. Refer to WW-76, "
Removal and Installation".
24. Remove hood opener handle and fuel filler lid opener handle. Refer to DLK-215, "
Removal and Installa-
tion of Hood Lock Control".
25. Remove screws, and then remove instrument panel & pad from passenger door opening portion.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
PIIB3979E
PIIB2445E
PIIB2446E
PIIB2881E
LAN-34
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CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
Buzzer output signalTR
TR
Day time running light request signal T R
Door lock/unlock signal T R
Door switch signal T R R
Front fog light request signal T R R
Front wiper request signal T R
High beam request signal T R R
Ignition switch signal T R
Low beam request signal T R
Position light request signal T R R
Rear fog lamp status signal T R
Rear window defogger switch signal T R
Sleep wake up signalTRR R
RT
RT
RT
Trunk open/close status signal T R
Turn indicator signal T R
EPS operation signal
*3RT
EPS warning lamp signal T R
Door lock/unlock trunk open request signal R T
Hazard request signal R T
Key warning lamp signal T R
LOCK warning lamp signal T R
Distance to empty signal T R
Fuel level sensor signal R T
Overdrive control signal T R
P/N renge signal T R
Stop lamp switch signalTR
RT
Vehicle speed signalRRRRT R
RRR TR
Steering angle sensor signal
*1TR
ABS warning lamp signal R T
Brake warning lamp signal R T
ESP OFF indicator lamp signal
*1RT
A/T check indicator signal R T
A/T self-diagnosis signal R T
OD OFF indicator lamp signal R T
Output shaft revolution signal R T
Shift position indicator signal R
R
*1T Signal name/Connecting unit
ECM
BCM
EPS
I-KEY
M&A
STRG
AV
ABS
TCM
IPDM-E
MA-6
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
General MaintenanceINFOID:0000000001277597
General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation
of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform the
checks and inspections themselves or they can have their NISSAN dealers do them for a nominal charge.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,
etc.
UNDER THE HOOD AND VEHICLE
The maintenance items listed here should be checked periodically e.g. each time you check the engine oil or refuel.
Item Reference page
TiresCheck the pressure with a gauge periodically when at a service station, including
the spare, and adjust to the specified pressure if necessary. Check carefully for
damage, cuts or excessive wear.WT-7, "
Tire"
Windshield wiper
bladesCheck for cracks or wear if not functioning correctly. —
Doors and engine
hoodCheck that all doors, the engine hood, the trunk lid and back door operate prop-
erly. Also ensure that all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure
that the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is
released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lu-
brication frequently.MA-57, "
Lubricating
Locks, Hinges and Hood
Latch"
Tire rotationTires should be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) for 2WD models and every
5,000 km (3,000 miles) for 4WD models.MA-53
Item Reference page
LampsMake sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and oth-
er lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp
aim.—
Warning lamps and
chimesMake sure that all warning lamps and buzzers/chimes are operating properly. —
Steering wheelCheck that it has the specified play.
Check for changes in the steering conditions, such as excessive free play, hard
steering or strange noises.
Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)—
Seat beltsCheck that all parts of the seat belt system (e.g. buckles, anchors, adjusters and
retractors) operate properly and smoothly, and are installed securely. Check the
belt webbing for cuts, fraying, wear or damage.MA-57
Item Reference page
Windshield washer
fluidCheck that there is adequate fluid in the tank. —
Engine coolant levelCheck the coolant level when the engine is cold.MA-23
(HR)
MA-31
(MR)
MA-42
(K9K)
Engine oil levelCheck the level after parking the vehicle on a level spot and turning off the en-
gine.LU-6
(HR)
LU-15
(MR)
LU-26
(K9K)
Brake and clutch fluid
levelsMake sure that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the reservoir.MA-50
,
MA-54
BatteryCheck the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the “MAX” and “MIN” lines. —