SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSESSE-19
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. Cluster lid A and the instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar finisher
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 noi se. 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 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. Shift selector 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 ar eas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-50397) 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
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.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the cons ole panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the c onsole at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
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REAR SEATSE-37
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b. Remove the seatback pivot bolt (A). CAUTION:
Do not remove hinge bolt (B) or seatback alignment may be
necessary.
c. Release the seatback latch assembly then remove the rear seatback assembly (1) from the seatback hinge (LH) (2).
d. Remove the rear seatback assembly (LH).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten bolts and nuts to specification. Refer to SE-33, "Exploded View"
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Removal and Installation - Seatback HingeINFOID:0000000009462944
REMOVAL
1. Remove the seat cushion assembly, rear seatback assembly (RH), and the rear seatback assembly (LH).
Refer to SE-36, "Removal and Installation - Seat Assembly"
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2. Remove the bolt and nut from the seatback hinge assembly (RH), then remove.
3. Remove the bolt from the s eatback hinge (LH), then remove.
INSTALLATION
1. Install seatback hinge assembly (RH) and seatback hinge (LH) loosely.
2. Install the rear seatback assembly (LH) and engage into seatback latch assembly.
3. Install the rear seatback assembly (RH) and engage into seatback latch assembly.
4. Tighten seatback hinge nut and bolts to specification. Refer to SE-33, "Exploded View"
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CAUTION:
Ensure rear seatback assemblies (LH/RH) fold and latch properly. Adjust if necessary.
5. Install remaining components in reverse order of removal.
Removal and Installation - Seatback Latch AssemblyINFOID:0000000009462945
REMOVAL
1. Remove the rear seat bolster (LH/RH). Refer to SE-38, "Removal and Installation - Rear Seat Bolster".
2. Place the rear seatback assemblies (LH/RH) in the folded down position.
3. Remove the rear parcel shelf finisher. Refer to INT-26, "Exploded View"
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4. From trunk area release pawls (A) to open cable guide (1).
5. Unclip latch cable (2) at location (B). : Front
NOTE:
LH side shown; RH side similar.
6. Remove two seatback latch assembly bolts and the seatback latch assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Tighten two seatback latch assembly bolts to specification. Refer to SE-33, "Exploded View"
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If the verification result is OK, the engine can start. If the verification result is NG, the engine can not start.
IPDM E/RINFOID:0000000009461069
IPDM E/R has the starter relay and starter control relay inside. Starter relay and starter control relay are used
for the engine starting function. IPDM E/R contro ls these relays while communicating with BCM.
NATS Antenna Amp.INFOID:0000000009461070
The ID verification is performed between BCM and transponder in Intelligent Key via NATS antenna amp.
when Intelligent Key backside is contacted to push-button i gnition switch in case that Intelligent Key battery is
discharged. If the ID verification result is OK, the operation of starting engine is available.
TCMINFOID:0000000009461071
TCM transmits the shift position signal (P/N position) to BCM and IPDM E/R. And further, TCM transmits the
shift position signal (P/N position) to BCM via CAN communication.
BCM confirms the CVT shift selector position with the following 5 signals:
• P (Park) position signal from CVT shift selector (park position switch)
• P/N position signal from TCM
• P (Park) position signal from IPDM E/R (CAN)
• P/N position signal from IPDM E/R (CAN)
• P/N position signal from TCM (CAN)
IPDM E/R confirms the CVT shift select or position with the following 3 signals:
• P (Park) position signal from CVT shift selector (park position switch)
• P/N position signal from TCM
• P/N position signal from BCM (CAN)
Combination MeterINFOID:0000000009461072
Combination meter transmits the vehicle speed signal to BCM via CAN communication.
BCM also receives the vehicle speed signal from ABS ac tuator and electric unit (control unit) via CAN commu-
nication. BCM compares both signals to detect the vehicle speed.
Door SwitchINFOID:0000000009461073
Door switch detects door open/close conditi on and then transmits ON/OFF signal to BCM.
Outside Key AntennaINFOID:0000000009461074
Outside key antenna detects whether Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle and transmits the signal to BCM.
Three outside key antennas are installed in the front outside handle LH, front outside handle RH and rear
bumper.
Hood SwitchINFOID:0000000009461075
Hood switch detects that hood is open/closed, and then trans mits the signal to IPDM E/R. IPDM E/R transmits
hood switch signal to BCM via CAN communication.
Inside Key AntennaINFOID:0000000009461076
Inside key antenna detects whether Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle and transmits the signal to BCM.
Two inside key antennas are installed in the front console and rear parcel shelf.
Remote Keyless Entry ReceiverINFOID:0000000009461077
Remote keyless entry receiver receives each button oper ation signal and electronic key ID signal from Intelli-
gent Key and then transmits the signal to BCM.
Intelligent KeyINFOID:0000000009461078
Each Intelligent Key has an individual electronic ID and transmits the ID signal by request from BCM.
Carrying the Intelligent Key whose ID is registered in BCM, the driver can perform, remote start, door lock/
unlock operation, remote trunk, panic alarm and push-button ignition switch operation.
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SYSTEM
NOTE:
• BCM ignores the door key cylinder UNLOCK switch signal input for 1 second after the door key cylinder LOCK switch signal input .
• To lock/unlock all doors by operating remote controller button of Intelligent Key or door request switch (if equipped), Intell igent Key
must be within the detection area of outside key antenna. For details, refer to DLK-21, "System Description"
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• To open trunk by operating trunk opener switch, Intelligent Key must be within the detection area of outside key antenna. For details,
refer to DLK-41, "System Description"
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DISARMED Phase
The vehicle security system is not set in the DISAR MED phase. The vehicle security system stays in this
phase while any door is open because it is assumed that the owner is inside or nearby the vehicle. Security
indicator lamp blinks every 2.4 seconds.
When the vehicle security system is reset, eac h phase switches to the DISARMED phase directly.
PRE-ARMED Phase
The PRE-ARMED phase is the transient state bet ween the DISARMED phase and the ARMED phase. This
phase is maintained for 30 seconds so that the owner c an reset the setting due to a mis-operation. This phase
switches to the ARMED phase when vehicle conditions are not changed for 30 seconds. Security indicator
lamp illuminates while being in this phase.
To reset the PRE-ARMED phase, refer to the s witching condition of No. 10 in the table above.
ARMED Phase
The vehicle security system is set and BCM monitors all necessary inputs. If any door or hood is opened with-
out using Intelligent Key, vehicle security system switc hes to the ALARM phase. Security indicator lamp blinks
every 2.4 seconds.
To reset the ARMED phase, refer to the switching condition of No. 11 in the table above.
ALARM Phase
BCM transmits “Theft Warning Horn Request” signal and “High Beam Request” signal intermittently to IPDM
E/R via CAN communication. In this phase, horns and headlamps are activated intermittently for approxi-
mately 50 seconds to warn that the vehicle is a ccessed by unauthorized means. ON/OFF timing of horns and
headlamps are synchronized. After 50 seconds, the vehicle security system returns to the ARMED phase. At
this time, if BCM still detects unauthorized access to t he vehicle, the system is switched to the ALARM phase
again. This RE-ALARM operation is carried out a maximum of 2 times.
To cancel the ALARM operation, refer to the switching condition of No. 12 in the table above.
NOTE:
If a battery terminal is disconnected during the ALARM phase, theft warning alarm stops. But when the battery
terminal is reconnected, theft warning alarm is activated again.
8 PRE-RESET to
DISARMED When one of the following
conditions is satisfied. • Power supply positi
on: ACC/ON/CRANKING/RUN
• Door key cylinder UNLOCK switch: ON
• UNLOCK button of Intelligent Key: ON
• Door request switch (if equipped): ON
• UNLOCK switch of door lock and unlock switch: ON
• Any door: Open
9 PRE-RESET to PRE-ARMED When all of the following
conditions are satisfied. • Power supply position: OFF/LOCK
• All doors: Closed
• Hood: Closed
10 PRE-ARMED to DISARMED When one of the following
conditions is satisfied. • Power supply positi
on: ACC/ON/CRANKING/RUN
• Door key cylinder UNLOCK switch: ON
• UNLOCK button of Intelligent Key: ON
• TRUNK button of Intelligent Key: ON
• Door request switch (if equipped): ON
• Any door: Open
11 A R M E D t o DISARMED When one of the following
conditions is satisfied. • Power supply positi
on: ACC/ON/CRANKING/RUN
• Door key cylinder UNLOCK switch: ON
• UNLOCK button of Intelligent Key: ON
• TRUNK button of In telligent Key: ON
• Door request switch (if equipped): ON
12 ALARM to
DISARMED
13 RE-ALARM When one of the following conditions is satisfied after
the ALARM operation is fin-
ished. • Any door: Open
• Hood: Open
No. System state Switching condition
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)
COMMON ITEM
COMMON ITEM : CONSULT Function (BCM - COMMON ITEM)INFOID:0000000009955724
CAUTION:
After disconnecting the CONSULT vehicle interface (VI) from the data link connector, the ignition must
be cycled OFF → ON (for at least 5 seconds) → OFF. If this step is not performed, the BCM may not go
to ”sleep mode”, potentially causing a di scharged battery and a no-start condition.
APPLICATION ITEM
CONSULT performs the following functions via CAN communication with BCM.
SYSTEM APPLICATION
BCM can perform the following functions.
Direct Diagnostic Mode Description
Ecu Identification The BCM part number is displayed.
Self Diagnostic Result The BCM self diagnostic results are displayed.
Data Monitor The BCM input/output data is displayed in real time.
Active Test The BCM activates outputs to test components.
Work support The settings for BCM functions can be changed.
Configuration • The vehicle specification can be read and saved.
• The vehicle specification can be written when replacing BCM.
CAN Diag Support Mntr The result of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication is displayed.
System Sub System Direct Diagnostic Mode
Ecu Identification
Self Diagnostic Result
Data Monitor
Active Test
Work support
Configuration
CAN Diag Su pport Mntr
Door lock DOOR LOCK ××××
Rear window defogger REAR DEFOGGER ×××
Warning chime BUZZER ××
Interior room lamp timer INT LAMP ×××
Remote keyless entry system MULTI REMOTE ENT ×××
Exterior lamp HEADLAMP ×××
Wiper and washer WIPER ×××
Turn signal and hazard warning lamps FLASHER ××
Air conditioner AIR CONDITIONER ×
Intelligent Key system INTELLIGENT KEY ××××
Combination switch COMB SW ×
BCM BCM × × ×××
Immobilizer IMMU ×××
Interior room lamp battery saver BATTERY SAVER ××
Trunk open TRUNK ×
Vehicle security system THEFT ALM ×××
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INTELLIGENT KEY
INTELLIGENT KEY : CONSULT Func tion (BCM - INTELLIGENT KEY)INFOID:0000000009955726
CAUTION:
After disconnecting the CONSULT vehicle interface (VI) from the data link connector, the ignition must
be cycled OFF → ON (for at least 5 seconds) → OFF. If this step is not performed, the BCM may not go
to ”sleep mode”, potentiall y causing a discharged battery and a no-start condition.
SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT
Refer to BCS-52, "DTC Index".
DATA MONITOR
RAP system RETAINED PWR ×
Signal buffer system SIGNAL BUFFER ×
TPMS AIR PRESSURE MONITOR ××××
System Sub System
Direct Diagnostic Mode
Ecu Identification
Self Diagnostic Result
Data Monitor
Active Test
Work support
Configuration
CAN Diag Support Mntr
Monitor Item [Unit] Main Description
REQ SW -DR [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of door request switch LH.
REQ SW -AS [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of door request switch RH.
REQ SW -BD/TR [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of trunk opener request switch.
PUSH SW [On/Off] Indicates condition of push-button ignition switch.
SHFTLCK SLNID PER SPLY [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of power supply to shiftlock solenoid.
BRAKE SW 1 [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of brake switch.
BRAKE SW 2 [On/Off] Indicates condition of brake switch.
DETE/CANCL SW [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of P (park) position.
SFT PN/N SW [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of P (park) or N (neutral) position.
UNLK SEN -DR [On/Off] ×Indicates condition of door unlock sensor.
PUSH SW -IPDM [On/Off] Indicates condition of push-button ignition switch received from IPDM E/R
on CAN communication line.
IGN RLY1 -F/B [On/Off] Indicates condition of ignition relay 1 received from IPDM E/R on CAN
communication line.
DETE SW -IPDM [On/Off] Indicates condition of detent switch received from TCM on CAN communi-
cation line.
SFT PN -IPDM [On/Off] Indicates condition of P (park) or N (neutral) position from TCM on CAN
communication line.
SFT P -MET [On/Off] Indicates condition of P (park) position from TCM on CAN communication
line.
SFT N -MET [On/Off] Indicates condition of N (neutral) position from IPDM E/R on CAN commu-
nication line.
ENGINE STATE [STOP/START/CRANK/RUN] ×Indicates condition of engine state from ECM on CAN communication line.
VEH SPEED 1 [mph/km/h] ×Indicates condition of vehicle speed signal received from ABS on CAN
communication line.
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ACTIVE TEST
VEH SPEED 2 [mph/km/h]×Indicates condition of vehicle speed signal received from combination
meter on CAN communication line.
DOOR STAT -DR [LOCK/READY/UNLK] ×Indicates condition of driver side door status.
DOOR STAT -AS [LOCK/READY/UNLK] ×Indicates condition of passenger side door status.
DOOR STAT -RR [LOCK/READY/UNLK] ×Indicates condition of rear right side door status.
DOOR STAT -RL [LOCK/READY/UNLK] ×Indicates condition of rear left side door status.
ID OK FLAG [Set/Reset] Indicates condition of Intelligent Key ID.
PRMT ENG STRT [Set/Reset] Indicates condition of engine start possibility.
PRMT RKE STRT [Set/Reset] Indicates condition of engine start possibility from Intelligent Key.
I-KEY OK FLAG [Key ON/Key OFF] ×Indicates condition of Intelligent Key OK flag.
PRBT ENG STRT [Set/Reset] Indicates condition of engine start prohibit.
ID AUTHENT CANCEL TIMER [STOP] Indicates condition of Intelligent Key ID authentication.
ACC BATTERY SAVER [STOP] Indicate s condition of battery saver.
CRNK PRBT TMR [On/Off] Indicates co ndition of crank prohibit timer.
AUT CRNK TMR [On/Off] Indicates co ndition of automatic engine crank timer fr om Intelligent Key.
CRNK PRBT TME [sec] Indicat es condition of engine crank prohibit time.
AUTO CRNK TME [sec] Indicates co ndition of automatic engine crank time from Intelligent Key.
CRANKING TME [sec] Indicates condition of engine cranking time from Intelligent Key.
DETE SW PWR [On/Off] Indicates condition of detent switch voltage.
ACC RLY -REQ [On/Off] Indicates condition of accessory relay control request.
RKE OPE COUN1 [0-19] ×When remote keyless entry receiver receives the signal transmitted while
operating on Intelligent Key, the numerical value start changing.
RKE OPE COUN2 [0-19] ×When remote keyless entry receiver receives the signal transmitted while
operating on Intelligent Key, the numerical value start changing.
TRNK/HAT MNTR [On/Off] Indicates condition of trunk room lamp switch.
RKE-LOCK [On/Off] Indicates condition of lock signal from Intelligent Key.
RKE-UNLOCK [On/Off] Indicates condition of unlock signal from Intelligent Key.
RKE-TR/BD [On/Off] Indicates condition of trunk open signal from Intelligent Key.
RKE-PANIC [On/Off] Indicates condition of panic signal from Intelligent Key.
RKE-MODE CHG [On/Off] Indicates condition of mode change signal from Intelligent Key. Monitor Item [Unit] Main Description
Test Item Description
INTELLIGENT KEY LINK (CAN) This test is able to check Intelligent Key identification number [Off/ID No1/ID N02/ID No3/ID
No4/ID No5].
INT LAMP This test is able to check interior room lamp operation [On/Off].
FLASHER This test is able to check hazard lamp operation [LH/RH/Off].
HORN This test is able to check horn operation [On].
BATTERY SAVER This test is able to check battery saver operation [On/Off].
TRUNK/BACK DOOR This test is able to check trunk actuator operation [Open].
OUTSIDE BUZZER This test is able to check Intelligent Key warning buzzer operation [On/Off].
INSIDE BUZZER This test is able to check combination meter warning chime operation [Take Out/Knob/Key/
Off].
INDICATOR This test is able to check combination meter warning lamp operation [KEY ON/KEY IND/Off].
IGN CONT2 This test is able to check ignition relay-2 control operation [On/Off].
ENGINE SW ILLUMI This test is able to check push-button ignition switch START indicator operation [On/Off].
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WORK SUPPORT
PUSH SWITCH INDICATOR This test is able to check push-button ignition switch indicator operation [On/Off].
ACC CONT This test is able to check ac cessory relay control operation [On/Off].
IGN CONT1 This test is able to check ignition relay-1 control operation [On/Off].
ST CONT LOW This test is able to check starter control relay operation [On/Off].
IGNITION RELAY This test is able to ignition relay operation [On/Off].
REVERSE LAMP TEST This test is able to check reverse lamp illuminatio n operation [On/Off].
TRUNK/LUGGAGE LAMP TEST This test is able to check cargo lamp illumination operation [On/Off].
KEYFOB PW TEST This test is able to check power window operation using the Inte lligent Key [Off/DOWN/UP].
SHIFTLOCK SOLENOID TEST This te st is able to check shift lock solenoid operation [On/Off].
Test Item Description
Support Item Setting Description
IGN/ACC BATTERY SAVER On* Battery saver function ON.
Off Battery saver function OFF.
REMOTE ENGINE STARTER On* Remote engine start function ON.
Off Remote engine start function OFF.
ANSWERBACK I-KEY LOCK UNLOCK BUZZER Buzzer reminder function by door lock/unlock request switch ON.
HORN Horn chirp reminder function by door lock request switch ON.
Off* No reminder function by door lock/unlock request switch.
INVALID This mode is not used.
ANSWERBACK KEYLESS LOCK UN-
LOCK On
Buzzer or horn chirp reminder when doors are locked/unlocked with
Intelligent Key.
Off* No buzzer or horn chirp reminder when doors are locked/unlocked
with Intelligent Key.
ANSWER BACK On* Horn chirp reminder when doors are locked with Intelligent Key.
Off No horn chirp reminder when doors are locked with Intelligent Key.
RETRACTABLE MIRROR SET On Retractable mirror set ON.
Off* Retractable mirror set OFF.
CONFIRM KEY FOB ID — Intellige nt Key ID code can check.
LOCK/UNLOCK BY I-KEY On* Door lock/unlock function from Intelligent Key ON.
Off Door lock/unlock function from Intelligent Key OFF.
ENGINE START BY I-KEY On* Engine start function from Intelligent Key ON.
Off Engine start function from Intelligent Key OFF.
TRUNK/GLASS HATCH OPEN On* Buzzer reminder function by trunk opener request switch ON.
Off Buzzer reminder function by trunk opener request switch OFF.
INTELLIGENT KEY LINK SET On Intelligent Key link set ON.
Off* Intelligent Key link set OFF.
SHORT CRANKING OUTPUT Start70 msec
Starter motor operation duration times.
100 msec
200 msec
End —
INSIDE ANT DIAGNOSIS — This function allo ws inside key antenna self-diagnosis.
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