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Nissan Murano Z50 (2007 year). Manual - part 117

 

 

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SAE J1930 Terminology List 

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All emission related terms used in this publication in accordance with SAE J1930 are listed. Accordingly, new
terms, new acronyms/abbreviations and old terms are listed in the following chart.

NEW TERM

NEW ACRONYM /

ABBREVIATION

OLD TERM

Air cleaner

ACL

Air cleaner

Barometric pressure

BARO

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Barometric pressure sensor-BCDD

BAROS-BCDD

BCDD

Camshaft position

CMP

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Camshaft position sensor

CMPS

Crank angle sensor

Canister

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Canister

Carburetor

CARB

Carburetor

Charge air cooler

CAC

Intercooler

Closed loop

CL

Closed loop

Closed throttle position switch

CTP switch

Idle switch

Clutch pedal position switch

CPP switch

Clutch switch

Continuous fuel injection system

CFI system

***

Continuous trap oxidizer system

CTOX system

***

Crankshaft position

CKP

***

Crankshaft position sensor

CKPS

***

Data link connector

DLC

***

Data link connector for CONSULT-II

DLC for CONSULT-II

Diagnostic connector for CONSULT-II

Diagnostic test mode

DTM

Diagnostic mode

Diagnostic test mode selector

DTM selector

Diagnostic mode selector

Diagnostic test mode I

DTM I

Mode I

Diagnostic test mode II

DTM II

Mode II

Diagnostic trouble code

DTC

Malfunction code

Direct fuel injection system

DFI system

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Distributor ignition system

DI system

Ignition timing control

Early fuel evaporation-mixture heater

EFE-mixture heater

Mixture heater

Early fuel evaporation system

EFE system

Mixture heater control

Electrically erasable programmable read 
only memory

EEPROM

***

Electronic ignition system

EI system

Ignition timing control

Engine control

EC

***

Engine control module

ECM

ECCS control unit

Engine coolant temperature

ECT

Engine temperature

Engine coolant temperature sensor

ECTS

Engine temperature sensor

Engine modification

EM

***

Engine speed

RPM

Engine speed

Erasable programmable read only memory

EPROM

***

Evaporative emission canister

EVAP canister

Canister

Evaporative emission system

EVAP system

Canister control solenoid valve

Exhaust gas recirculation valve

EGR valve

EGR valve 

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Exhaust gas recirculation control-BPT 
valve

EGRC-BPT valve

BPT valve

Exhaust gas recirculation control-solenoid 
valve

EGRC-solenoid valve

EGR control solenoid valve

Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sen-
sor

EGRT sensor

Exhaust gas temperature sensor

EGR temperature sensor

Flash electrically erasable programmable 
read only memory

FEEPROM

***

Flash erasable programmable read only 
memory

FEPROM

***

Flexible fuel sensor

FFS

***

Flexible fuel system

FF system

***

Fuel pressure regulator

***

Pressure regulator

Fuel pressure regulator control solenoid 
valve

***

PRVR control solenoid valve

Fuel trim

FT

***

Heated Oxygen sensor

HO2S

Exhaust gas sensor

Idle air control system

IAC system

Idle speed control

Idle air control valve-air regulator

IACV-air regulator

Air regulator

Idle air control valve-auxiliary air control 
valve

IACV-AAC valve

Auxiliary air control (AAC) valve

Idle air control valve-FICD solenoid valve

IACV-FICD solenoid valve

FICD solenoid valve

Idle air control valve-idle up control sole-
noid valve

IACV-idle up control solenoid valve

Idle up control solenoid valve

Idle speed control-FI pot

ISC-FI pot

FI pot

Idle speed control system

ISC system

***

Ignition control

IC

***

Ignition control module

ICM

***

Indirect fuel injection system

IFI system

***

Intake air

IA

Air

Intake air temperature sensor

IAT sensor

Air temperature sensor

Knock

***

Detonation

Knock sensor

KS

Detonation sensor

Malfunction indicator lamp

MIL

Check engine light

Manifold absolute pressure

MAP

***

Manifold absolute pressure sensor

MAPS

***

Manifold differential pressure

MDP

***

Manifold differential pressure sensor

MDPS

***

Manifold surface temperature

MST

*** 

Manifold surface temperature sensor

MSTS

***

Manifold vacuum zone

MVZ

***

Manifold vacuum zone sensor

MVZS

***

Mass air flow sensor

MAFS

Air flow meter

Mixture control solenoid valve

MC solenoid valve

Air-fuel ratio control solenoid valve

Multiport fuel injection System

MFI system

Fuel injection control

NEW TERM

NEW ACRONYM /

ABBREVIATION

OLD TERM

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Nonvolatile random access memory

NVRAM

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On board diagnostic system

OBD system

Self-diagnosis

Open loop

OL

Open loop

Oxidation catalyst

OC

Catalyst 

Oxidation catalytic converter system

OC system

***

Oxygen sensor

O2S

Exhaust gas sensor

Park position switch

***

Park switch

Park/neutral position switch

PNP switch

Park/neutral switch
Inhibitor switch
Neutral position switch

Periodic trap oxidizer system

PTOX system

***

Positive crankcase ventilation

PCV

Positive crankcase ventilation

Positive crankcase ventilation valve

PCV valve

PCV valve

Powertrain control module

PCM

***

Programmable read only memory

PROM

***

Pulsed secondary air injection control sole-
noid valve

PAIRC solenoid valve

AIV control solenoid valve

Pulsed secondary air injection system

PAIR system

Air induction valve (AIV) control

Pulsed secondary air injection valve

PAIR valve

Air induction valve

Random access memory

RAM

***

Read only memory

ROM

***

Scan tool

ST

***

Secondary air injection pump

AIR pump

***

Secondary air injection system

AIR system

***

Sequential multiport fuel injection system

SFI system

Sequential fuel injection

Service reminder indicator

SRI

***

Simultaneous multiport fuel injection sys-
tem

***

Simultaneous fuel injection

Smoke puff limiter system

SPL system

***

Supercharger

SC

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Supercharger bypass

SCB

***

System readiness test

SRT

***

Thermal vacuum valve

TVV

Thermal vacuum valve

Three way catalyst

TWC

Catalyst

Three way catalytic converter system

TWC system

***

Three way + oxidation catalyst

TWC + OC

Catalyst

Three way + oxidation catalytic converter 
system

TWC + OC system

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Throttle body

TB

Throttle chamber
SPI body

Throttle body fuel injection system

TBI system

Fuel injection control

Throttle position

TP

Throttle position

Throttle position sensor

TPS

Throttle sensor

Throttle position switch

TP switch

Throttle switch

Torque converter clutch solenoid valve

TCC solenoid valve

Lock-up cancel solenoid
Lock-up solenoid

NEW TERM

NEW ACRONYM /

ABBREVIATION

OLD TERM

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Transmission control module

TCM

A/T control unit

Turbocharger

TC

Turbocharger

Vehicle speed sensor

VSS

Vehicle speed sensor

Volume air flow sensor

VAFS

Air flow meter 

Warm up oxidation catalyst

WU-OC

Catalyst

Warm up oxidation catalytic converter sys-
tem

WU-OC system

***

Warm up three way catalyst

WU-TWC

Catalyst

Warm up three way catalytic converter sys-
tem

WU-TWC system

***

Wide open throttle position switch

WOTP switch

Full switch

NEW TERM

NEW ACRONYM /

ABBREVIATION

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GLASSES, WINDOW SYSTEM & MIRRORS

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GLASSES, WINDOW SYSTEM & MIRRORS

PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3

Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System 
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover 

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Handling for Adhesive and Primer  ........................... 3

PREPARATION ........................................................... 4

Special Service Tools  ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 5

Work Flow  ................................................................ 5

CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 5
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE  ....... 6
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS  ........... 6
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE 
ROOT CAUSE  ...................................................... 6
REPAIR THE CAUSE  ........................................... 6
CONFIRM THE REPAIR  ....................................... 7

Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting  ........... 7

INSTRUMENT PANEL  .......................................... 7
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 7
DOORS ................................................................. 7
TRUNK .................................................................. 8
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 8
SEATS ................................................................... 8
UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 8

Diagnostic Worksheet  .............................................. 9

WINDSHIELD GLASS  ...............................................11

Removal and Installation  .........................................11

REMOVAL ............................................................11
INSTALLATION ................................................... 12

BACK DOOR WINDOW GLASS  .............................. 13

Removal and Installation  ........................................ 13

REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14

SIDE WINDOW GLASS ............................................ 15

Removal and Installation  ........................................ 15

REMOVAL ........................................................... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16

POWER WINDOW SYSTEM  .................................... 17

Component Parts and Harness Connector Location 

... 17

System Description ................................................. 18

MANUAL OPERATION ........................................ 18
AUTO OPERATION ............................................. 20
POWER WINDOW SERIAL LINK  ....................... 20
POWER WINDOW LOCK  ................................... 20
RETAINED POWER OPERATION  ...................... 21
ANTI-PINCH SYSTEM  ........................................ 21
POWER WINDOW CONTROL BY THE KEY 
CYLINDER SWITCH  ........................................... 21

CAN Communication System Description  .............. 21
CAN Communication Unit ....................................... 21
Schematic/With Intelligent Key  ............................... 22
Wiring Diagram — WINDOW —/With Intelligent Key ... 23
Schematic/Without Intelligent Key  .......................... 28
Wiring Diagram — WINDOW —/Without Intelligent 
Key ......................................................................... 29
Terminal and Reference Value for Power Window 
Main Switch  ............................................................ 34
Terminal and Reference Value for Front Power Win-
dow Switch (Passenger Side) ................................. 35
Terminal and Reference Value for BCM  ................. 36
CONSULT-II Function (BCM)  ................................. 37

CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE  .................... 37
ACTIVE TEST  ..................................................... 37
WORK SUPPORT  ............................................... 37
DATA MONITOR  ................................................. 37

Work Flow ............................................................... 38
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart ......................... 38
Check BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit  ...... 40
Check Power Window Main Switch Power Supply 
Circuit ..................................................................... 41
Check Front Power Window Switch (Passenger 
Side) Power Supply and Ground Circuit ................. 42
Check Front Power Window Motor (Driver Side) Cir-
cuit .......................................................................... 43
Check Front Power Window Motor (Passenger 
Side) Circuit  ............................................................ 44
Check Rear Power Window Motor (LH) Circuit  ...... 44
Check Rear Power Window Motor (RH) Circuit ...... 46

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Check Limit Switch Circuit (Driver Side)  ................. 48
Check Limit Switch Circuit (Passenger Side)  ......... 50
Check Encoder Circuit (Driver Side) ....................... 52
Check Encoder Circuit (Front Passenger Side) ...... 54
Check Door Switch  ................................................. 57
Check Door Key Cylinder Switch/Without Intelligent 
Key ......................................................................... 59
Check Door Key Cylinder Switch/With Intelligent 
Key ......................................................................... 61
Check Power Window Serial Link ........................... 63
Check Power Window Lock Switch  ........................ 65

FRONT DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR  ............. 66

Removal and Installation  ........................................ 66

DOOR GLASS  ..................................................... 66
REGULATOR ASSEMBLY  .................................. 67

Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 68

REGULATOR ASSEMBLY  .................................. 68

Inspection after Installation  ..................................... 68

SETTING OF LIMIT SWITCH .............................. 68
FITTING INSPECTION ........................................ 68

REAR DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR  ............... 69

Removal and Installation  ........................................ 69

DOOR GLASS  ..................................................... 69
REGULATOR ASSEMBLY  .................................. 69

Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 71

REGULATOR ASSEMBLY  .................................. 71

Inspection after Installation  ..................................... 71

FITTING INSPECTION ........................................ 71

INSIDE MIRROR  ....................................................... 72

Wiring Diagram — I/MIRR — .................................. 72
Removal and Installation  ........................................ 73

REMOVAL ........................................................... 73
INSTALLATION .................................................... 73

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER  .................................. 74

Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 74
System Description ................................................. 74

CAN Communication System Description  ..............76
CAN Communication Unit  .......................................76
Schematic ...............................................................77
Wiring Diagram — DEF —  ......................................78
Terminal and Reference Value for BCM ..................82
Terminal and Reference Value for IPDM E/R ..........82
CONSULT-II Function (BCM)  ..................................83

CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE .....................83
DATA MONITOR  ..................................................83
ACTIVE TEST ......................................................83

Work Flow  ...............................................................84
Trouble Diagnoses Symptom Chart  ........................84
Check BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit  ......85
Check Rear Window Defogger Switch Circuit .........86
Check Rear Window Defogger Power Supply Cir-
cuit ..........................................................................87
Rear Window Defogger Circuit Check  ....................89
Check Door Mirror Defogger Power Supply Circuit ...90
Check Driver Side Door Mirror Defogger Circuit  .....91
Check Passenger Side Door Mirror Defogger Circuit 

...92

Check Rear Window Defogger Signal  ....................93
Check Filament  .......................................................94
Filament Repair .......................................................94

REPAIR EQUIPMENT  .........................................94
REPAIRING PROCEDURE  .................................95

DOOR MIRROR .........................................................96

Automatic Drive Positioner Interlocking Door Mirror ...96
Power Door Mirror (Only Manual Operation Model) ...97

WIRING DIAGRAM –MIRROR–  .........................97

Removal and Installation .........................................98

REMOVAL ............................................................98
INSTALLATION ....................................................98

Disassembly and Assembly  ....................................98

DISASSEMBLY ....................................................98
ASSEMBLY ..........................................................99

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT 
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.

WARNING:

To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.

Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.

Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover

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When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc. 

Handling for Adhesive and Primer

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Do not use an adhesive which is past its usable date. Shelf life of this product is limited to six months after
the date of manufacture. Carefully adhere to the expiration or manufacture date printed on the box.

Keep primers and adhesive in a cool, dry place. Ideally, they should be stored in a refrigerator.

Open the seal of the primer and adhesive just before application. Discard the remainder.

Before application, be sure to shake the primer container to stir the contents. If any floating material is
found, do not use it.

If any primer or adhesive contacts the skin, wipe it off with gasoline or equivalent and wash the skin with
soap.

When using primer and adhesive, always observe the precautions in the instruction manual.

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Special Service Tools

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Commercial Service Tools

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Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name

Description

(J-39570)
Chassis ear

Locating the noise

(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and 
Rattle Kit

Repairing the cause of noise

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Tool name

Description

Engine ear

Locating the noise

Suction lifter

Remove the wind shield,
back door window glass
Holding the door glass

SIIA0995E

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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 

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 . 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 sur-
faces=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
dependent 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 bumble bee)
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.

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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.
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 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 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 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
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 

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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.
NOTE:
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

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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

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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30

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1.97 in)

FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15

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25 mm (0.59

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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
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 Troubleshooting

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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 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 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.

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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

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:

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's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated 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 these 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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WINDSHIELD GLASS

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Removal and Installation

NIS001AS

REMOVAL

1.

Remove the front pillar garnish. Refer to 

EI-32, "BODY SIDE TRIM"

 .

2.

Partially remove the headlining (front edge). Refer to

EI-35, "HEADLINING"

 .

3.

Remove the front wiper arms. Refer to 

WW-33, "Removal and Installation of Front Wiper Arms, Adjust-

ment of Wiper Arms Stop Location"

 .

4.

Remove roof side molding. Refer to 

EI-28, "ROOF SIDE MOLDING"

 .

5.

Apply a protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.

After removing moldings, remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool and an inflatable pump bag.

If a windshield glass is to be reused, mark the body and the glass with mating marks.

PIIA3784E

1.

Clip (C103)

2.

Fastener

3.

Molding

4.

Windshield glass

5.

Spacer

6.

Mirror base

7.

Bond

8.

Insulator

9.

Panel

10. Body side (outer)

11.

Cowl top cover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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