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Nissan Pathfinder (2012 year). Manual - part 515

SUNROOF SYSTEM

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2. Install the glass lid assembly screws. (First tighten left front bolt,

then tighten right rear bolt on glass lid assembly to prevent lid

from moving while tightening other bolts.)

3. Adjust the sunroof glass. Refer to

RF-48, "Adjustment"

CAUTION:

After installing the glass lid assembly, be sure to check gap

adjustment to ensure there are no malfunctions.

SUNROOF LID SEAL

Removal

1. Remove glass lid, refer to GLASS LID ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in this section
2. Inspect rubber edge of glass lid.

NOTE:

If rubber edge is deformed or damaged, entire glass lid must be replaced.

3. Remove sunroof lid seal from the rubber edge of glass lid by pulling it outward.

Installation

1. Inspect and clean the ditch groove of the rubber edge for dirt or debris.
2. Stretch sunroof lid seal around glass lid and push the tongue edge into the ditch groove.

NOTE:

If needed, very light taps with a rubber hammer can be used to press the seal into place.

3. Place glass lid into sunroof assembly and install, refer to GLASS LID ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND

INSTALLATION in this section.

WIND DEFLECTOR

Removal

1. Open the sunroof.
2. Remove screws from the left, center, and right side wind deflec-

tor holders.

3. Remove the wind deflector from the sunroof unit.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

SUNSHADE ASSEMBLY

Removal

1. Remove the sunroof unit. Refer to SUNROOF UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in this section.

WIIA0252E

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2. Remove the sunshade assembly stoppers (two points) from the

rear end of the sunroof unit.

3. Remove the sunshade assembly from the rear end of the sun-

roof unit.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

SUNROOF MOTOR ASSEMBLY

Removal

CAUTION:

• When removing the sunroof motor assembly, be sure that the sunroof is in the fully closed position.

• Never run the removed motor as a single unit.

1. Position the sunroof assembly in the fully closed position.
2. Remove the front roof console assembly. Refer to

INT-22, "Removal and Installation"

3. Disconnect the harness connector from the sunroof motor

assembly.

4. Remove the mounting screws and the sunroof motor assembly.

Installation

CAUTION:

Before installing the sunroof motor assembly, be sure to place the link and wire assembly in the sym-

metrical and fully closed position.

1. Move the sunroof motor assembly laterally little by little so that

the gear is completely engaged into the wire on the sunroof unit

and the mounting surface becomes parallel. Then secure the

motor with the screws.

2. Connect the harness connector to the sunroof motor assembly.

3. Install the front roof console assembly. Refer to

INT-22, "Removal and Installation"

4. Reset the sunroof motor assembly memory. Refer to

RF-5, "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING

CONTROL UNIT : Special Repair Requirement"

DRAIN HOSES

LIIA1672E

LIIA1673E

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SUNROOF SYSTEM

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Removal

1. Remove the headlining. Refer to

INT-22, "Removal and Installation"

2. Visually check the drain hoses for proper connections, damage or deterioration.
3. Remove each drain hose and check visually for damage, cracks or deterioration.

Drain hoses

Drain hose

Sunroof unit

A. Front LH

B. Front RH

C. Rear LH

D. Rear RH

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4. Pour water through the drain hose to check for damage.

• If any damage is found, replace the drain hose.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

SUNROOF LID SEAL

Visually check sunroof lid seal for any damage, deterioration, or flattening.

• In the case of leakage around glass lid assembly, close glass lid assembly and pour water around it to find

the damaged or gaped portion.

• If any damage is found, inspect and repair the body sealing surface, replace sunroof lid seal, or replace

glass lid assembly as necessary. Refer to SUNROOF LID SEAL or GLASS LID ASSEMBLY REMOVAL AND

INSTALLATION procedures in this section, if replacement is necessary.

CAUTION:

Do not remove weatherstrip from glass lid assembly, replace glass lid assembly instead.

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SUSPENSION

SECTION

RSU

RSU

CONTENTS

REAR SUSPENSION

PRECAUTION ...............................................

PRECAUTIONS ...................................................

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

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect .....................................

Precaution for Rear Suspension ...............................

PREPARATION ............................................

PREPARATION ...................................................

Commercial Service Tool ..........................................

SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS ...............................

NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................

NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ..........................

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY .....................

On-Vehicle Inspection ...............................................

Wheel Alignment Inspection ......................................

SHOCK ABSORBER ..........................................

Inspection ..................................................................

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............

REAR SUSPENSION ASSEMBLY ...................

Component ..............................................................

SHOCK ABSORBER ........................................

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

Disposal ...................................................................

SUSPENSION ARM ..........................................

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

FRONT LOWER LINK .......................................

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

REAR LOWER LINK & COIL SPRING .............

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

STABILIZER BAR .............................................

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

UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ......

REAR SUSPENSION MEMBER .......................

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

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............................................................

SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................

Wheel Alignment (Unladen*) ...................................

Ball Joint ..................................................................

Wheelarch Height (Unladen*) ..................................

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PRECAUTIONS

PRECAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

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

INFOID:0000000007357013

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 SR 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 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 the SR 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 har-

ness connectors.

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

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT 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.

Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect

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NOTE:

• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-

TEM).

• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the

″

LOCK

″

position.

• Always use CONSULT to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work. If

DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.

For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-

anism is adopted on the key cylinder.

For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and

steering wheel rotation will become impossible.

If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before

starting the repair operation.

OPERATION PROCEDURE

1. Connect both battery cables.

NOTE:

Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.

2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the

″

ACC

″

position. At this time, the

steering lock will be released.

3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be

rotated.

4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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PRECAUTIONS

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RSU

5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the

″

LOCK

″

position before connecting

the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)

6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT.

Precaution for Rear Suspension

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• When installing the rubber bushings, the final tightening must be done under unladen condition and with the

tires on level ground. Oil will shorten the life of the rubber bushings, so wipe off any spilled oil immediately.

• Unladen condition means the fuel tank, engine coolant and lubricants are at the full specification. The spare

tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in their designated positions. There are no passengers in the vehicle.

• After installing suspension components, check the wheel alignment.

• Lock nuts are not reusable. Always use new lock nuts for installation. New lock nuts are pre-oiled, do not

apply any additional lubrication.

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION

Commercial Service Tool

INFOID:0000000007357016

Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

PIIB1407E

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