Nissan Pathfinder (2010 year). Manual - part 431

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES

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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 instead 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.

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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 silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-

ness.

CAUTION:

Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will

not be able to recheck the repair.

CENTER CONSOLE

Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.

DOORS

Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping 
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate

many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from

the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

TRUNK

Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.

In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment

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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. Sun visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner 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 console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of

these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.

In addition look for:
1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lense loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.

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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Diagnostic Worksheet

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WINDSHIELD GLASS

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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WINDSHIELD GLASS

Removal and Installation

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REMOVAL

1. Remove inside mirror. Refer to 

MIR-14, "Removal and Installation"

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2. Remove the front pillar upper finisher. Refer to 

INT-17, "Removal and Installation"

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3. Partially remove the headlining (front edge). Refer to 

INT-19, "Removal and Installation"

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4. Remove cowl top cover. Refer to 

EXT-19, "Removal and Installation"

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5. Apply a protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface from damage.
6. Remove glass using piano wire or power cutting tool and an inflatable pump bag.
• If the windshield glass is to be reused, mark the body and the glass with mating marks.

WARNING:

When cutting the glass from the vehicle, always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help prevent

glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands.

CAUTION:

• When the windshield glass is to be reused, do not use a cutting knife or power cutting tool.

• Be careful not to scratch the glass when removing.

• Do not set or stand glass on its edge. Small chips may develop into cracks.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

1.

Molding

2.

Windshield

3.

Windshield position pins

4.

Mirror base

5.

Insulator

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• Use a genuine NISSAN Urethane Adhesive Kit (if available) or equivalent and follow the instructions fur-

nished with it.

• While the urethane adhesive is curing, open a door window. This will prevent the glass from being forced out

by passenger compartment air pressure when a door is closed.

• The molding must be installed securely so that it is in position and leaves no gap.

• Inform the customer that the vehicle should remain stationary until the urethane adhesive has completely

cured (preferably 24 hours). Curing time varies with temperature and humidity.

WARNING:

• Keep heat and open flames away as primers and adhesive are flammable.

• The materials contained in the kit are harmful if swallowed, and may irritate skin and eyes. Avoid

contact with the skin and eyes.

• Use in an open, well ventilated location. Avoid breathing the vapors. They can be harmful if inhaled.

If affected by vapor inhalation, immediately move to an area with fresh air.

• Driving the vehicle before the urethane adhesive has completely cured may affect the performance

of the windshield in case of an accident.

CAUTION:

• Do not use an adhesive which is past its usable term. 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.

• Do not leave primers or adhesive cartridge unattended with their caps open or off.

• The vehicle should not be driven for at least 24 hours or until the urethane adhesive has completely

cured. Curing time varies depending on temperature and humidities. The curing time will increase

under lower temperatures and lower humidities.

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1.

Windshield glass

2.

Molding

3.

Roof

4.

Urethane

5.

A-pillar

6.

Primer

7.

Cowl top panel

8.

Insulator

9.

Instrument panel

10. Cowl top cover

A.

Primer area (top and sides)

B.

Primer area (bottom)

C.

Bond area (top and sides)

D.

Bond area (bottom)

a.

7.0 mm (0.27 in)

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Repairing Water Leaks for Windshield

Leaks can be repaired without removing and reinstalling glass.

If water is leaking between the urethane adhesive material and body or glass, determine the extent of leakage. 

This can be done by applying water to the windshield area while pushing glass outward.

To stop the leak, apply primer (if necessary) and then urethane adhesive to the leak point.

b.

10.0 mm (0.39 in)

c.

22.0 mm (0.78 in)

d.

20.0 mm (0.78 in)

e.

28.0 mm (1.10 in)

f.

12.0 mm (0.47 in)

g.

15.0 mm (0.59 in)

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