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REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY
On-Vehicle Inspection and ServiceINFOID:0000000001327552
Make sure the mounting conditions (looseness, ba ck lash) of each component and component status (wear,
damage) are normal.
INSPECTION OF BALL JOINT END PLAY
Measure axial end play by installing and moving up/down with an
iron pry bar or something similar between suspension arm and axle.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage ball joint boot.
SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
Check shock absorber for oil leakage, damage and replace if necessary.
Wheel AlignmentInspectionINFOID:0000000001327553
DESCRIPTION
Measure wheel alignment under unladen conditions. “U nladen conditions” means that fuel, engine coolant,
and lubricant are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools and mats in designated positions.
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION
Check tires for improper air pressure and wear.
Check road wheels for runout.
Check wheel bearing axial end play.
Check ball joint axial end play of suspension arm.
Check shock absorber operation.
Check each mounting point of axle and suspension for looseness and deformation.
Check each link, arm and member for cracks, deformation, and other damage.
Check vehicle posture.
GENERAL INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
A four-wheel thrust alignment should be performed.
- This type of alignment is recomm ended for any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The four-wheel “thrust” process helps ensure that t he vehicle is properly aligned and the steering wheel is
centered.
- The alignment rack itself should be capable of accepting any NISSAN/INFINITI vehicle.
- The rack should be checked to ensure that it is level.
Make sure the machine is properly calibrated.
- Your alignment equipment should be regularly ca librated in order to give correct information.
- Check with the manufacturer of your specific equi pment for their recommended Service/Calibration Sched-
ule.
THE ALIGNMENT PROCESS
IMPORTANT:
Use only the alignment specificati ons listed in this Service Manual.
When displaying the alignment settings, many alignment machines use “indicators”: (Green/red, plus or
minus, Go/No Go). Do NOT use these indicators.
- The alignment specifications programmed into your machine that operate these indicators may not be cor-
rect.
- This may result in an ERROR.
Some newer alignment machines are equipped with an optional “Rolling Compensation” method to “com-
pensate” the sensors (alignment targets or head units). DO NOT use this “Rolling Compensation”
method. Standard value
Axial end play : 0 mm (0 in)
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
Work FlowINFOID:0000000001328094
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the c onditions 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 SE-10, "
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 w hen 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/fa st movement/brought on by road conditions/hard sur-
faces=higher pitch noise/softer surfaces=l ower pitch noises/edge to surface=chirping
Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow mo vement/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 contac t/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/someti mes 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 k nock/dead sound often brought on by activity.
Buzz—(Like a bumble bee)
Buzz characteristics include hi gh 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 temperat ure, 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 lo cation 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, che ck 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 tem-
porarily.
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 SE-8, "
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 loos ening and retightening the component, if possible.
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane tape. A Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) is av ailable through your authorized Nissan Parts Depart-
ment.
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 Niss an 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)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
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
materials, not found in the kit, can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
UHMW(TEFLON) TAPE
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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.
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:0000000001328095
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 noi se. 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 ra ttle. 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 pr ocedures 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 wh ile 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.
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
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Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, se curing 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 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 pos ition the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplic ated 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 thes e 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 under-hood 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 c an usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.
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Work FlowINFOID:0000000001328106
1. Check the symptom and customer's requests.
2. Understand the system description. Refer to SE-12, "
System Description".
3. Perform the preliminary check, refer to SE-37, "
Preliminary Check".
4. Perform the CAN communication inspec tion using CONSULT-III, refer to SE-40, "
CONSULT-III Function
(AUTO DRIVE POS.)".
5. Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to SE-42, "
Check CAN Communication System".
6. Repair or replace depending on the self-diagnostic results.
7. Based on the trouble diagnosis chart, repair or replace the cause of the malfunction. Refer to SE-43,
"Symptom Chart".
8. Does the automatic drive pos itioner system operate normally?
If it is normal, GO TO 8.
If it is not normal, GO TO 3.
9. INSPECTION END
Preliminary CheckINFOID:0000000001328107
SETTING CHANGE FUNCTION
The settings of the automatic driving positioner system can be changed, using CONSULT-III and the display
unit in the center of the instrument panel.
× : Applicable –: Not applicable
It is possible to set sliding driver seat fo r entry/exit of vehicle by pressing set switch.
37 WSeat sliding switch
BACKWARD signal
InputWhen seat sliding switch
BACKWARD operation
0
Other than above Battery voltage
38 LG/B Seat reclining switch
BACKWARD signal InputWhen seat reclining switch
BACKWARD operation
0
Other than above Battery voltage
39 L/G Front lifting switch
DOWN signal InputWhen front lifting switch
DOWN operation
0
Other than above Battery voltage
40 L/Y Rear lifting switch
DOWN signal
InputWhen rear lifting switch
DOWN operation
0
Other than above Battery voltage
61E B/Y Ground (signal) — — 0 Te r -
minal Wire
Color ItemSignal Input/
Output Condition Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
Setting item Content CONSULT-III
(WORK SUPPORT) Display unitFactory
setting
Change seat sliding volume
setting The distance at retain operation can
be selected from the following 3
modes. 40 mm
—×
80 mm —
150 mm —
Change the Entry/Exit seat
slide function setting The seat sliding turnout and return
at entry/exit can be selected: ON
(operated) – OFF (not operated) ON ON: Indicator lamp ON
×
OFF OFF: Indicator lamp OFF —
Change the Entry/Exit tilt steer-
ing wheel function setting Tilt up and backward steering wheel
at entry and exit can be selected:
ON (operated) - OFF (not operated) ON ON: Indicator lamp ON
×
OFF OFF: Indicator lamp OFF —
Reset custom settings All settings to default. — Default: Setting button
OFF
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AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER
Check continuity between the automatic drive positioner control unit
connector M50 terminal 40, 48 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Driver seat control unit circuit is OK.
NG >> Repair or replace harness between automatic drive
positioner control unit and ground.
CONSULT-III Function (AUTO DRIVE POS.)INFOID:0000000001328108
*1: For setting automatic drive positioner functions only.
*2: During vehicle driving, do not perform active test.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS
Display Item List
40 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
48 (B) – Ground : Continuity should exist.
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CONSULT-III
diagnosis items Inspection item, self-diagnosis mode Content
Refer to
page
AUTO DRIVE
POSITIONER WORK SUPPORT*
1Changes the setting for each function.
SE-37
SELF–DIG RESULTS Check the self-diagnosis results. "SELF-DI-
AGNOSIS
RESULTS"
DATA MONITOR Selection from menu Displays the input data to driver seat control unit and
automatic driving positioned control unit on real-time
basis. "DATA
MONITOR"
CAN DIAGNOSTIC SUPPORT MONITOR The results of transmit / receive diagnosis of CAN
communication can be read LAN-39
ACTIVE TEST*2Gives a drive signal to a load to check the operation.
"ACTIVE
TEST"
DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT PART NUM-
BER Displays driver seat control unit part No. —
BCM DATA MONITOR Selection from menu Displays the input data to BCM on real-time basisBL-36
DTCSelf-diagnosis item
(CONSULT-III indica- tion) DTC detection condition
Reference
page
U1000 CAN COMM CIRCUIT When driver seat control unit is not transmitting or receiving CAN communication
signal for 2 seconds or more.
SE-42
B2112 SEAT SLIDEWhen any manual and automatic operations are not performed, if any motor
operations of seat slide is detected for 0.1 second or more, status is judged
“Output error”. SE-44SE-53
B2113 SEAT RECLINING
When any manual and automatic operations are not performed, if any motor
operations of seat reclining is detected for 0.1 second or more, status is judged
“Output error”. SE-45SE-54
B2114 SEAT LIFTER FR
When any manual and automatic operations are not performed, if any motor
operations of seat lifting FR is detected for 0.1 second or more, status is judged
“Output error”. SE-46SE-55
B2115 SEAT LIFTER RR
When any manual and automatic operations are not performed, if any motor
operations of seat lifting RR is detected for 0.1 second or more, status is judged
“Output error”. SE-47SE-56
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3. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector B153 terminals 3, 10 and sliding motor connector B161 termi-
nals 3, 10.
4. Check continuity between driver seat control unit connector B153 terminals 3, 10 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace harness between driver seat control unit and sliding motor.
4.CHECK DRIVER SEAT CONTROL UNIT OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Connect the driver seat control unit connector.
2. Sliding switch operate, check voltage betw een driver seat control unit connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace sliding motor.
NG >> Replace driver seat control unit.
Check Reclining Motor CircuitINFOID:0000000001328112
1.CHECK SEAT RECLINING MECHANISM
Check the following.
Operation malfunction caused by an interference with the center pillar or center console
Operation malfunction and interference with other parts by poor installation
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2 (With CONSULT-III). GO TO 3 (Without CONSULT-III).
NG >> Repair the malfunctioning part and check again.
2.CHECK FUNCTION
With CONSULT-III
Check operation with “SEAT RECLINING” in ACTIVE TEST.
OK or NG
OK >> Reclining motor circuit is OK.
NG >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK RECLINING MOTOR HARNESS CONTINUITY
1. Turn ignition switch OFF. 3 (G) – 3 (G) : Continuity should exist.
10 (G/R) – 10 (G/R) : Continuity should exist.
3 (G) – Ground : Continuity should not exist.
10 (G/R) – Ground : Continuity should not exist.
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tor Te r m i n a l s
(Wire color) Sliding switch condition Voltage (V) (Ap-
prox.)
(+) (–)
B153 3 (G)
Ground FORWARD Battery voltage
Other than above 0
10 (G/R) BACKWARD Battery voltage
Other than above 0
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Test item Description
SEAT
RECLINING The reclining motor is activated by receiving the drive signal.
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