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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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 the repair is reconfirmed.
If the noise can be duplicated easily during the test dr ive, do the following with the vehicle stopped to help
identify the source of the noise.
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-cl utch on M/T models, drive position on A/T models).
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 v ehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, chec k ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to the concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follo w 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 pi npoint 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 component(s) in the area(s) that is / are suspected to be the cause of the noise.
Do not use too much force when removing clips and fasteners, otherwise clips and fasteners can be broken
or lost during the repair, creating a new noise.
Tapping or pushing/pulling the component(s) that is / are suspected to be the cause of the noise.
Do not tap or push/pull the component(s) with excessive force, otherwise the noise is eliminated only tempo-
rarily.
Feeling for a vibration by hand by touching the component(s ) that is / are suspected to be the cause of the
noise.
Placing a piece of paper between components that are suspected to be the cause of the noise.
Looking for loose components and contact marks. Refer to IP-9, "
Inspection Procedure".
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 components, 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 the authorized NISSAN Parts
Department.
CAUTION:
Never use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged.
NOTE:
Always check with the Parts Departm ent 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 (3.937 ×5.315 in)
76884-71L01: 60 ×85 mm (2.362 ×3.346 in)
76884-71L02: 15 ×25 mm (0.591 ×0.984 in)
INSULATOR (Foam blocks)
Insulates components from contact. Can be used to fill space behind a panel.
73982-9E000: 45 mm (1.772 in) thick, 50 ×50 mm (1.969 ×1.969 in)
73982-50Y00: 10 mm (0.394 in) thick, 50 ×50 mm (1.969 ×1.969 in)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 ×50 mm (1.181 ×1.969in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
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Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15 ×25 mm (0.591 ×0.984 in) pad
68239-13E00: 5 mm (0.197 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
Used in place of UHMW tape that is visible or does not fit. Only lasts a few months.
SILICONE SPRAY
Used when grease cannot be applied.
DUCT TAPE
Used to eliminate movement.
CONFIRM THE REPAIR
After repair is complete, test drive the vehicle to confi rm that the cause of 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.
Inspection ProcedureINFOID:0000000006425524
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
applying felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate
wiring harness.
CAUTION:
Never use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or ra ttle. If the area is saturated with silicone, the
recheck of repair becomes impossible.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to check 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
Check the following items:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon connection to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping, moving the components, or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. The areas can usually be insula ted 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 customer.
In addition check for the following items:
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. 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 items:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage, or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sunvisor 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 is important to note t he position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat
when the noise occurs. These conditions should be duplic ated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Causes 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 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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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY
Removal and Installation
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WORK STEP
When removing instrument panel assembly, combination meter, front display unit, AV control unit, instrument
finisher A, instrument fini sher B, and center console assembly take st eps as per the order shown in the follow-
ing chart.
1. Optical sensor 2. Front defroster grille RH 3. Front defroster grille LH
4. Speaker grille LH 5. Squawker LH 6. Instrument finisher A
7. Combination meter 8. Cluster lid A 9. Push-button ignition switch
10. Illumination lamp 11. Socket and bulb 12. Instrument lower panel LH
13. Steering column upper cover 14. Steering column lower cover 15. Fuse block lid
16. Instrument center finisher LH 17. Instrument center finisher RH 18. Instrument lower cover
19. Illumination lamp 20. Socket and bulb 21. Glove box assembly
22. Socket and bulb 23. Illumination lamp 24. Instrument finisher B
25. Front passenger air bag module 26. Instrument panel assembly 27. Squawker RH
28. Speaker grille RH 29. Sunload sensor 30. Upper ventilator grille
31. Center speaker 32. Front display unit 33. AV control unit
34. Cluster lid D 35. Cluster lid C 36. Cluster lid C lower
37. Inner socket 38. Socket knob
: Clip
: Pawl
: Metal clip
Refer to GI-4, "
Components" for symbols in the figure.
PA R T S INSTRU-
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PA N E L
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METER FRONT
DISPLAY
UNIT AV c o n t r o l
unit INSTRU-
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FINISHER A INSTRU-
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FINISHER B CENTER
CONSOLE
ASSEMBLY
Instrument lower cover [1] [1] [1] [1] [1]
Glove box assembly [2] [2]
Front passenger air bag module
harness connector [3] [3]
Front passenger air bag module
mounting bolt [4] [4]
Selector lever knob [5] [2] [2] [5] [2]
Console finisher assembly [6] [3] [3] [6] [3]
Instrument center finisher RH [7] [4] [4] [7] [4]
Front body side welt RH [8] [8]
Front pillar garnish RH [9] [9]
Speaker grille RH [10] [10]
Squawker RH [11] [11]
Front defroster grille RH [12] [12]
Front defroster grille LH [13] [13]
Instrument center finisher LH [14] [5] [5] [14] [5]
Console rear finisher [15] [15] [6]
Center console assembly [16] [16] [7]
Front body side welt LH [17] [1] [1] [17]
Front pillar garnish LH [18] [18]
Speaker grille LH [19] [19]
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Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000006113103
REMOVAL
1. Operate rear seat lever or reclining lever to release seat lock assembly lock and to fold 2nd seats forward.
2. Remove rear console assembly mounting screws, and then remove rear console assembly.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
1. Cup holder assembly 2. Rear console front finisher 3. Rear console body assembly
4. Rear console rear finisher 5. Rear console lid assembly 6. Rear console hinge mask : Clip
: Pawl
: Metal clip
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< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[CAN FUNDAMENTAL]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Example: CAN-H, CAN-L Harness Short Circuit
CAN Diagnosis with CONSULT-IIIINFOID:0000000006220519
CAN diagnosis on CONSULT-III extracts the root
cause by receiving the following information.
Response to the system call
Control unit diagnosis information
Self-diagnosis
CAN diagnostic support monitor
SKIB8741E
Unit name Major symptom
ECM Engine torque limiting is affected, and shift harshness increases.
Engine speed drops.
BCM Reverse warning chime does not sound.
The front wiper moves under continuous operation mode even though the front
wiper switch being in the intermittent position.
The room lamp does not turn ON.
The engine does not start (if an error or malfunction occurs while turning the igni- tion switch OFF.)
The steering lock does not release (if an error or malfunction occurs while turning the ignition switch OFF.)
EPS control unit The steeri ng effort increases.
Combination meter The tachometer and the speedometer do not move.
Warning lamps turn ON.
Indicator lamps do not turn ON.
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) Normal operation.
TCM No impact on operation.
IPDM E/R When the ignition switch is ON,
The headlamps (Lo) turn ON.
The cooling fan continues to rotate.
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SYSTEM
P range signal T R R
R range signal T R R
Shift position signal R R T R R R R R
Tow mode indicator lamp
signalTR
Pre-roll over signal T R
Pre-tensioner operation
signal TR
AFS OFF indicator lamp
signal TR
A/C switch operation signal T R
Rear window defogger
switch signal TR
System selection signal T R
System setting signal TR R
RT
RT
Automatic back door re-
quest signal TR
Back door lock status signal T R
Buzzer output signal TR
RT
Buzzer request signal TR
RT
Dimmer signal T R R
Door switch signal T R R R R
Door unlock signal T R
Front fog light request sig-
nal TR
Front wiper request signal T R R
Handle position signal T R
Headlamp washer request
signal TR
High beam request signal T R R
Horn reminder signal T R
Ignition switch ON signal TRRR
RT
Ignition switch signal T R
Interlock/PNP switch signal TR
RT
Key ID signal T R
Key switch signal T R
Key warning lamp signal T R
Low beam request signal T R Signal name
ECM
4WD
ABS
TCM
A-BAG
AFSAV
BCM
CGW
HVAC
M&A
STRG
TPMS
IPDM-E ADP
PSB
E-SUS ICC
PWBD
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Meter display signal
TR
RT
Oil pressure switch signal TR
RT
Position light request signal T R R
Rear fog light status signal T R
Rear window defogger con-
trol signal TR
RT
Sleep wake up signal T R R R R R R
Starter control relay signal T R
Starter relay status signal TRR
RT
Starting mode signal T R
Steering lock relay signal TRR
RT
Theft warning horn request
signal TR
Turn indicator signal R T R R
A/C display signal R T
A/C ON signal R T
Ambient temperature signal T R
Blower fan ON signal R T
Distance to empty signal R T
Fuel level low warning sig-
nal RT
Fuel level sensor signal R T
Manual mode shift down
signal RT
Manual mode shift up sig-
nal RT
Manual mode signal R T
Non-manual mode signal R T
Odometer signal R T
Parking brake switch signal R R T R R
Sleep-ready signal RT
RT
RT
Tow mode switch signal R T
Wake up signal RT
RT
Steering angle sensor mal-
function signal RR T R R
Steering angle sensor sig-
nal RR RR T R R
Steering angle speed signal R T R R Signal name
ECM
4WD
ABS
TCM
A-BAG AFS
AV
BCM
CGW
HVAC M&A
STRG
TPMS
IPDM-E
ADPPSB
E-SUS ICC
PWBD
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