WARNING CHIME
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OK >> Replace BCM. Refer to BCS-18, "Removal and Installation of BCM".
NG >> Replace front door switch LH.
Key Switch Signal Inspection (Without Intelligent Key)INFOID:0000000001704529
1.CHECK FUSE
Check if the key switch and key lock solenoid 10A fuse [No. 14, located in the fuse block (J/B)] is blown.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Be sure to repair the cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-3
.
2.CHECK BCM INPUT SIGNAL
With CONSULT-III
1. Select “BCM”.
2. With “DATA MONITOR” of “BUZZER”, confirm “KEY ON SW” when the key is operated.
Without CONSULT-III
Check voltage between BCM harness connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Key switch signal is OK. Return to DI-46, "Trouble Diag-
nosis".
NG >> GO TO 3.
3.CHECK KEY SWITCH
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect key switch and key lock solenoid connector.
3. Check continuity between key switch and key lock solenoid ter-
minals 1 and 2.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Replace key switch and key lock solenoid.
4.CHECK KEY SWITCH CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect BCM connector.“KEY ON SW”
When key is inserted into ig-
nition key cylinder: ON
When key is removed from
ignition key cylinder: OFF
Te r m i n a l s
ConditionVoltag e
(Approx.) (+)
(−)
BCM
connectorTe r m i n a l
M18 37 GroundKey is inserted Battery voltage
Key is removed 0 V
PKIC0721E
Terminals Condition Continuity
12When key is inserted into ignition key cylinder Yes
When key is removed from ignition key cylinder No
WKIA5466E
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Work FlowINFOID:0000000001704214
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 EI-9, "
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
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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:
• Close a door.
• Tap or push/pull around the area where the noise appears to be coming from.
• Rev the engine.
• Use a floor jack to recreate vehicle “twist”.
• At idle, apply engine load (electrical load, half-clutch on M/T model, drive position on A/T model).
• 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 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 EI-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 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
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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.
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:0000000001704215
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 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.
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
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DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING
4. Twist the lower edge of the molding away from the door at the
rear to gain access to the locking tab.
5. Insert a suitable tool behind the molding pressing the center of
the tab inward to release.
6. Remove front door outside molding while pulling up after disen-
gaging.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Use care while removing to avoid permanent damage to part from excessive force during removal.
• After removal, visually inspect molding; replace if deformed or damaged.
REAR DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING
Removal
1. Open rear door window.
2. Remove rear door outside molding screw.
3. While pulling up on rear of rear door outside molding, insert a
suitable tool beneath the molding and release it from the door
top edge.
4. Twist the lower edge of the molding away from the door at the
front to gain access to the locking tab.
5. Insert a suitable tool behind the molding pressing the center of
the tab inward to release.
6. Remove rear door outside molding while pulling up after disen-
gaging.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Use care while removing to avoid permanent damage to part from excessive force during removal.
• After removal, visually inspect molding; replace if deformed or damaged.
REAR DOOR CORNER COVER
Removal
Using a suitable tool, release the clips while pulling outward and remove the rear door corner cover.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
PIIB3388J
PIIB3386J
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DOOR FINISHER
DOOR FINISHER
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001704233
FRONT DOOR
Removal
1. Open front door and front door window.
2. Disconnect the negative and positive battery cables.
3. Release the front door inside handle escutcheon pawls, then
slide the escutcheon rearward to remove from front door fin-
isher.
1. Power window and door lock/unlock
switch finisher2. Front door finisher 3. Inside handle escutcheon
Clip C101
LIIA2572E
PIIB6040E
DOOR FINISHER
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4. Insert a trim stick (A) or suitable tool into back edge of front door
power window and door lock/unlock switch finisher. Lift upward
to release the clips and remove.
5. Disconnect front door power window and door lock/unlock
switch harness connector.
6. Remove the (2) front door finisher screws.
7. Release the clips, then lift front door finisher upward to remove it
from door body panel.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
REAR DOOR
WIIA1237E
PIIB6042E
SIIA0810E
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FLOOR TRIM
6. Disconnect floor harness connector.
7. Remove diagnosis sensor unit. Refer to SRS-44
.
8. Remove key interlock cable. Refer to AT-213
.
9. Remove floor carpet hook.
10. Cut floor trim using a blade knife first between openings (1),
then at front edge (2) as shown.
11. Release floor trim metal clips after cutting, then pull out floor trim through door opening.
12. Remove floor spacer RH/LH.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
When replacing the floor trim with a new one, prepare for installation by cutting it like the old one.
Make sure there is a quality fit between floor trim and instrument lower cover by tucking the cut edge
completely.
PIIB6046E
PIIB2580J
PIIB6047E