Murano Cross Cabriolet Z51 (2013 year). Manual

CHASSIS MAINTENANCE

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Place the selector lever in “P” or “N” and check that the fluid
level is within the specified range.

CAUTION:

When reinstalling CVT fluid level gauge, insert it into the
CVT fluid charging pipe and rotate it to the original installa-
tion position until securely locked.

CVT FLUID CONDITION

Check CVT fluid condition.
• If CVT fluid is very dark or smells burned, check operation of CVT.

Flush cooling system after repair of CVT.

• If CVT fluid contains frictional material (clutches, brakes, etc.),

replace radiator and flush cooler line using cleaning solvent and
compressed air after repair of CVT. Refer to

TM-140, "Cleaning"

CVT FLUID : Changing

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CAUTION:

Replace an O-ring with new ones at the final stage of the operation when installing.
1.

Remove drain plug from oil pan.

Remove O-ring from drain plug.

Install O-ring to drain plug.

CAUTION:

Never reuse O-ring.

Install drain plug to oil pan. Refer to

TM-149, "Exploded View"

Fill CVT fluid from CVT fluid charging pipe to the specified level.

CAUTION:

• Use only Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3. Never mix with other fluid.
• Using CVT fluid other than Genuine NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-3 will deteriorate in driveability and

CVT durability, and may damage the CVT, which is not covered by the warranty.

• When filling CVT fluid, take care not to scatter heat generating parts such as exhaust.
• Sufficiently shake the container of CVT fluid before using.
• Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT after changing CVT fluid. Refer to

TM-32,

"CONSULT Function"

With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle in an urban area.
NOTE:
When ambient temperature is 20

C (68

F), it takes about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 –

C (122 – 176

F).

SCIA1932E

Fluid status

Conceivable cause

Required operation

Varnished (viscous
varnish state)

CVT fluid becomes
degraded due to
high temperatures.

Replace the CVT fluid and check the
CVT main unit and the vehicle for
malfunctions (wire harnesses, cool-
er pipes, etc.).

Milky white or
cloudy

Water in the fluid

Replace the CVT fluid and check for
places where water is getting in.

Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in

Unusual wear of
sliding parts within
CVT

Replace the CVT fluid and check for
improper operation of the CVT.

ATA0022D

CVT fluid

: Refer to

TM-167, "General Specification"

Fluid capacity

: Refer to

TM-167, "General Specification"

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CHASSIS MAINTENANCE

Check CVT fluid level and condition.

Repeat steps 1 to 5 if CVT fluid has been contaminated.

Select “Work Support” in “TRANSMISSION” with CONSULT.

10. Select “CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN”.

11. Touch “Clear”.

TRANSFER OIL

TRANSFER OIL : Inspection

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OIL LEAKAGE

Check transfer surrounding area (oil seal, drain plug, filler plug, and transfer case, etc.) for oil leakage.

OIL LEVEL

Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then check that oil is filled up
(A) from mounting hole for the filler plug.

Before installing filler plug, set a new gasket. Install filler plug on
transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-52,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gaskets.

TRANSFER OIL : Draining

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Run the vehicle to warm up the transfer unit sufficiently.

Stop the engine and remove drain plug (1) and gaskets to drain
the transfer oil.

Before installing drain plug, set a new gasket. Install drain plug
on transfer and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-52,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gaskets.

TRANSFER OIL : Refilling

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Remove filler plug (1) and gasket. Then fill oil up to mounting
hole (A) for the filler plug.

CAUTION:

Carefully fill the oil. (Fill up for approximately 3 minutes.)

Leave the vehicle for 3 minutes. Then check oil level again.

Before installing filler plug, set a new gasket. Install filler plug on transfer and tighten to the specified
torque. Refer to

DLN-52, "Exploded View"

: Vehicle front

JPDIE0017ZZ

: Vehicle front

JPDIE0016ZZ

: Vehicle front

Oil grade and viscosity

: Refer to

MA-10, "Fluids

and Lubricants"

Oil capacity

: Refer to

DLN-75, "General

Specifications"

JPDIE0017ZZ

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CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT

REAR PROPELLER SHAFT : Inspection

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APPEARANCE AND NOISE

• Check the propeller shaft tube surface for dents or cracks. If damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.
• If center bearing is noisy or damaged, replace propeller shaft assembly.

VIBRATION

If vibration is present at high speed, inspect propeller shaft runout first.

With a dial indicator, measure propeller shaft runout at runout
measuring points by rotating final drive companion flange with
hands.

• Propeller shaft runout measuring point (Point “ ”).

If runout still exceeds specifications, separate propeller shaft at
final drive companion flange or transfer companion flange; then
change the phase between companion flange and propeller
shaft by the one bolt hole at a time and install propeller shaft.

If runout is more than the limit value, remove and check propeller shaft.

Check the vibration by driving vehicle.

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Inspection

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OIL LEAKAGE

Check that oil is not leaking from final drive assembly or around it.

OIL LEVEL

• Remove filler plug (1) and check oil level from filler plug mounting

hole as shown in the figure.

CAUTION:

Never start engine while checking oil level.

• Set a new gasket on filler plug and install it on final drive assembly.

Refer to

DLN-101, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

Propeller shaft runout

: Refer to

DLN-83, "Propel-

ler Shaft Runout"

JPDID0172ZZ

: Vehicle front

Dimension

A: 506.5 mm (19.94 in)

B: 497.5 mm (19.59 in)

JPDID0156ZZ

JPDID0164ZZ

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REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Draining

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Stop engine.

Remove drain plug (1) and drain gear oil.

Set a new gasket on drain plug and install it to final drive assem-
bly and tighten to the specified torque. Refer to

DLN-101,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL : Refilling

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Remove filler plug (1). Fill with new gear oil until oil level reaches
the specified level near filler plug mounting hole.

After refilling oil, check oil level. Set a new gasket to filler plug,
then install it to final drive assembly. Refer to

DLN-101,

"Exploded View"

CAUTION:

Never reuse gasket.

WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE)

WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) : Wheel Balance Adjustment

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PREPARATION BEFORE ADJUSTMENT

Using releasing agent, remove double-faced adhesive tape from the road wheel.

CAUTION:

• Be careful not to scratch the road wheel during removal.
• After removing double-faced adhesive tape, wipe clean traces of releasing agent from the road

wheel.

ADJUSTMENT

• The details of the adjustment procedure are different for each model of wheel balancer. Therefore, refer to

each instruction manual.

• If a tire balance machine has adhesion balance weight mode settings and drive-in weight mode setting,

select and adjust a drive-in weight mode suitable for aluminum wheels.

Set road wheel on tire balance machine using the center hole as a guide. Start the tire balance machine.

When inner and outer unbalance values are shown on the tire balance machine indicator, multiply outer
unbalance value by 5/3 to determine balance weight that should be used. Select the outer balance weight
with a value closest to the calculated value above and install to the designated outer position of, or at the
designated angle in relation to the road wheel.

CAUTION:

• Do not install the inner balance weight before installing the outer balance weight.
• Before installing the balance weight, be sure to clean the mating surface of the road wheel.

JPDID0163ZZ

Oil grade and viscosity

: Refer to

MA-10, "Fluids

and Lubricants"

Oil capacity

: Refer to

DLN-123, "Gen-

eral Specification"

JPDID0164ZZ

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Indicated unbalance value

5/3 = balance weight to be installed

Calculation example:
23 g (0.81 oz)

5/3 = 38.33 g (1.35 oz)

⇒

40 g (1.41 oz) balance

weight (closer to calculated balance weight value)
NOTE:
Note that balance weight value must be closer to the calculated
balance weight value.
Example:
37.4

⇒

35 g (1.23 oz)

37.5

⇒

40 g (1.41 oz)

Installed balance weight in the position.
• When installing balance weight (1) to road wheels, set it into

the grooved area (A) on the inner wall of the road wheel as
shown in the figure so that the balance weight center (B) is
aligned with the tire balance machine indication position
(angle) (C).

CAUTION:

• Always use genuine NISSAN adhesion balance weights.
• Balance weights are non-reusable; always replace with

new ones.

• Do not install more than three sheets of balance weight.

If calculated balance weight value exceeds 50 g (1.76 oz), install
two balance weight sheets in line with each other as shown in
the figure.

CAUTION:

Do not install one balance weight sheet on top of another.

Start the tire balance machine again.

Install drive-in balance weight on inner side of road wheel in the
tire balance machine indication position (angle).

CAUTION:

Do not install more than two balance weight.

Start the tire balance machine. Make sure that inner and outer
residual unbalance values are 5 g (0.17 oz) each or below.

CAUTION:

If either residual unbalance value exceeds limit, repeat installation procedures.

SMA054D

JPEIC0040ZZ

Limit

Dynamic (At flange):

Refer to

WT-50, "Road Wheel"

Static (At flange):

Refer to

WT-50, "Road Wheel"

PEIA0033E

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WHEELS (BONDING WEIGHT TYPE) : Tire Rotation

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• Follow the maintenance schedule for tire rotation service intervals.

Refer to

MA-4, "Explanation of General Maintenance"

• When installing the wheel, tighten wheel nuts to the specified

torque. Refer to

WT-44, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

• Do not include the T-type spare tire when rotating the tires.
• When installing wheels, tighten them diagonally by dividing

the work two to three times in order to prevent the wheels
from developing any distortion.

• Be careful not to tighten wheel nut at torque exceeding the

criteria for preventing strain of disc rotor.

• Use NISSAN genuine wheel nuts for aluminum wheels.

• Perform the ID registration, after tire rotation. Refer to

WT-19, "Work Procedure"

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Inspection

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• If fluid level is extremely low, check brake system for leaks.

BRAKE LINES AND CABLES

BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Inspection

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• Check brake fluid lines and parking brake cables for improper

attachment, leaks, chafing, abrasions, deterioration, etc.

BRAKE FLUID

SMA829C

JPFIA0295ZZ

SBR389C

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BRAKE FLUID : Changing

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Drain brake fluid from each bleed valve.

Refill until new brake fluid comes out from each bleed valve.
Use same procedure as in bleeding hydraulic system to refill
brake fluid.
Refer to

BR-11, "Bleeding Brake System"

• Refill with recommended brake fluid.

Refer to

MA-10, "Fluids and Lubricants"

• Never reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.

DISC BRAKE

DISC BRAKE : Inspection

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DISC ROTOR

Check condition, wear, and damage.

CALIPER

• Check for leakage.

BRAKE PAD

• Check for wear or damage.

DISC BRAKE : Front Disc Brake

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Unit: mm (in)

SBR419C

SMA922A

BRA0010D

Item

Limit

Brake pad

Wear thickness

2.0 (0.079)

Disc rotor

Wear thickness

26.0 (1.024)

Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions)

0.008 (0.0003)

Runout (with it attached to the vehicle)

0.040 (0.0016) or less

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DISC BRAKE : Rear Disc Brake

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Unit: mm (in)

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Inspection

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STEERING GEAR

• Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease

leakage.

• Check connection with steering column for looseness.

STEERING LINKAGE

Check ball joint, dust cover and other component parts for looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES

POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspection

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Check fluid level in reservoir tank with engine off.
Use “HOT” range at fluid temperatures of 50 to 80

C (122 to 176

or “COLD” range at fluid temperatures of 0 to 30

C (32 to 86

F).

CAUTION:

• Do not overfill.
• Recommended fluid is Genuine NISSAN PSF or equivalent.

Refer to

MA-10, "Fluids and Lubricants"

• Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage,

loose connections, chafing and deterioration.

• Check rack boots for accumulation of power steering fluid.

AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS

Item

Limit

Brake pad

Wear thickness

2.0 (0.079)

Disc rotor

Wear thickness

14.0 (0.551)

Thickness variation (measured at 8 positions)

0.020 (0.0008)

Runout (with it attached to the vehicle)

0.050 (0.0020) or less

SLIA0014E

SST850C

SST851C

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AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection

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Check front and rear axle and suspension parts for excessive play,
cracks, wear or other damage.
• Shake each wheel to check for excessive play.
• Check wheel bearings for smooth operation.
• Check axle and suspension nuts and bolts for looseness.
• Check strut (shock absorber) for oil leakage or other damage.
• Check suspension ball joint for grease leakage and ball joint dust

cover for cracks or other damage.

DRIVE SHAFT

DRIVE SHAFT : Inspection

INFOID:0000000008462024

• Check boot and drive shaft for cracks, wear, damage and grease

leakage.

SMA525A

JPPIA0011ZZ

SFA108A

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BODY MAINTENANCE

BODY MAINTENANCE

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH

LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricating

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For hood and hood lock illustration.

• Hood: Refer to

DLK-135, "Exploded View"

• Hood lock control: Refer to

DLK-158, "Exploded View"

For door and door lock illustration.

• Door: Refer to

DLK-145, "Exploded View"

• Door lock: Refer to

DLK-160, "Exploded View"

For trunk lid and trunk lid lock illustration.

• Trunk lid: Refer to

DLK-151, "Exploded View"

• Trunk lid lock: Refer to

DLK-164, "Exploded View"

SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS

SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, ANCHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection

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For front seat belt illustration. Refer to

SB-4, "Exploded View"

For rear seat belt illustration. Refer to

SB-9, "Exploded View"

CAUTION:

• After any collision, inspect all seat belt assemblies, including retractors and other attached hard-

wares (I.e. anchor bolt, guide rail set). Nissan recommends to replace all seat belt assemblies in use
during a collision, unless not damaged and properly operating after minor collision.
Also inspect seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision, and replace if damaged or improperly
operating.
Seat belt pre-tensioner should be replaced even if the seat belts are not in use during a frontal colli-
sion where the driver and passenger air bags are deployed.

• If any component of seat belt assembly is questionable, do not repair.

Replace as seat belt assembly.

• If webbing is cut, frayed, or damaged, replace belt assembly.
• Never oil tongue and buckle.
• Use a genuine NISSAN seat belt assembly.
For details, refer to

SB-5, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR : Inspection"

SB-10, "SEAT BELT RETRACTOR :

Inspection"

in SB section.

• Check anchors for loose mounting
• Check belts for damage
• Check retractor for smooth operation
• Check function of buckles and tongues when buckled and released

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)

DRIVE BELT

DRIVE BELT : Drive Belt

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DRIVE BELT

ENGINE COOLANT

ENGINE COOLANT : Periodical Maintenance Specification

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ENGINE COOLANT CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

Unit:

(US qt, lmp qt)

ENGINE OIL

ENGINE OIL : Periodical Maintenance Specification

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ENGINE OIL CAPACITY (APPROXIMATE)

Unit:

(US qt, lmp qt)

SPARK PLUG

SPARK PLUG : Spark Plug

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SPARK PLUG

Unit: mm (in)

ROAD WHEEL

ROAD WHEEL : Road Wheel

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ALUMINUM WHEEL

Tension of drive belt

Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.

Engine coolant capacity (With reservoir tank at “MAX” level)

9.0 (9-1/2, 7-7/8)

Reservoir tank

0.8 (7/8, 3/4)

Drain and refill

With oil filter change

4.6 (4-7/8, 4)

Without oil filter change

4.3 (4-1/2, 3-3/4)

Dry engine (Overhaul)

5.3 (5-5/8, 4-5/8)

Make

DENSO

Standard type

FXE22HR11

Gap

Standard

1.1 (0.043)

Limit

1.4 (0.055)

Item

Limit

Runout

Axial runout

Less than 0.3 mm (0.012 in)

Radial runout

Allowable unbalance

Dynamic (At flange)

Less than 5 g (0.17 oz) (one side)

Static (At flange)

Less than 10 g (0.35 oz)

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PRECAUTIONS

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PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"

INFOID:0000000008459901

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 AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT” of this
Service Manual.

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision that would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see “SRS AIR BAG”.

• Never use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this Ser-

vice Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or harness
connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• When working near the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Air Bag System sensors with the

ignition ON or engine running, never use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with
a hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

Service Procedure Precautions for Models with a Pop-up Roll Bar

INFOID:0000000008459902

WARNING:

Always observe the following items for preventing accidental activation.
• Risk of passenger injury or death may increase if the pop-up roll bar does not deploy during a roll

over collision. In order to reduce the chance of an incident where the pop-up roll bar is inoperative,
all maintenance must be performed by a NISSAN or INFINITI dealer.

• Before removing and installing the pop-up roll bar component parts and harness, always turn the

ignition switch OFF, disconnect the battery negative terminal, and wait for 3 minutes or more. (The
purpose of this operation is to discharge electricity that is accumulated in the auxiliary power supply
circuit in the air bag diagnosis sensor unit.)

• When repairing, removing, and installing a pop-up roll bar, always refer to SRS AIR BAG and SRS

AIR BAG CONTROL warnings in the Service Manual.

Precaution for Battery Service

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Before disconnecting the battery, lower both the driver and passenger windows. This will prevent any interfer-
ence between the window edge and the vehicle when the door is opened/closed. During normal operation, the
window slightly raises and lowers automatically to prevent any window to vehicle interference. The automatic
window function will not work with the battery disconnected.

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PREPARATION

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MIR

PREPARATION

Special Service Tools

INFOID:0000000008459905

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

Commercial Service Tools

INFOID:0000000008459906

Tool number

(Kent-Moore No.)

Tool name

Description

(J-39570)
Chassis ear

Locates the noise

(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rat-
tle Kit

Repairs the cause of noise

SIIA0993E

SIIA0994E

Tool name

Description

Engine ear

Locates the noise

Remover tool

Removes the clips, pawls, and metal clips

Power tool

SIIA0995E

JMKIA3050ZZ

PIIB1407E

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