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Removal and Installation .......................................114
Disassembly and Assembly ................................ ..114
AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM ....................................116
Removal and Installation .......................................116
FRONT FOG LAMP ........................................ ..117
Bulb Replacement .................................................117
Removal and Installation .......................................117
LIGHTING & TURN SIGNAL SWITCH .......... ..119
Removal and Installation .......................................119
HAZARD SWITCH .......................................... ..120
Removal and Installation .......................................120
PUDDLE LAMP .............................................. ..121
Removal and Installation .......................................121
LICENSE PLATE LAMP .................................122
Bulb Replacement ............................................... ..122
Removal and Installation .......................................122
STOP LAMP ....................................................123
Bulb Replacement .................................................123
Removal and Installation .......................................123
REAR COMBINATION LAMP .........................124
Bulb Replacement .................................................124
Removal and Installation .......................................124
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... .......................................... .
125
BULB SPECIFICATIONS ................................125
Headlamp ............................................................ ..125
Exterior Lamp ........................................................125
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)EXL-23
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (BCM)
COMMON ITEM
COMMON ITEM : Diagnosis DescriptionINFOID:0000000001547118
BCM CONSULT-III FUNCTION
CONSULT-III performs the following functions via CAN communication with BCM.
COMMON ITEM : CONSULT-III FunctionINFOID:0000000001547119
ECU IDENTIFICATION
Displays the BCM part No.
SELF-DIAG RESULT
Refer to BCS-50, "DTCIndex".
EXTERNAL LAMP
EXTERNAL LAMP : CONSULT-III FunctionINFOID:0000000001547120
WORK SUPPORT
1 : Initial setting
DATA MONITOR
Diagnosis mode Function Description
WORK SUPPORT Changes the setting for each system function.
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Displays the diagnosis results judged by BCM.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR Monitors the reception status of CAN communication viewed from BCM.
DATA MONITOR The BCM input/output signals are displayed.
ACTIVE TEST The signals used to activate each device are forcibly supplied from BCM.
ECU IDENTIFICATION The BCM pa rt number is displayed.
CONFIGURATION This function is not used even though it is displayed.
Service item Setting item Setting
BATTERY SAVER SET ON
1With the exterior lamp battery saver function
OFF Without the exterior lamp battery saver function
ILL DELAY SET MODE 1
145 sec.
Sets delay timer function timer operation time
(All doors closed)
MODE 2
Without the func-
tion
MODE 3 30 sec.
MODE 4 60 sec.
MODE 5 90 sec.
MODE 6 120 sec.
MODE 7 150 sec.
MODE 8 180 sec.
CUSTOM A/LIGHT SET-
TING MODE 1
1Normal
MODE 2 More sensitive setting than normal setting (Turns ON earlier than normal operation.)
MODE 3 More sensitive setting than MODE 2 (Turns ON earlier than MODE 2.)
MODE 4 Less sensitive setting than normal setting (Turns ON later than normal operation.)
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EXL-108
< PRECAUTION >
PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004913877
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR 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 w hether 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 inopera tive, 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 in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses 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 electri c 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 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000006218447
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-III 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 pow er 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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STOP LAMPEXL-123
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STOP LAMP
Bulb ReplacementINFOID:0000000001547174
HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP
NOTE:
High-mounted stop lamp bulbs are not serviceable.
STOP LAMP
Refer to EXL-123, "Removal and Installation".
Removal and InstallationINFOID:0000000001547175
HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP
Removal
1. Remove back door upper finisher. Refer to INT-21, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove 2 nuts and remove high-mounted stop lamp.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
STOP LAMP
Refer to EXL-124, "Removal and Installation".
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BULB SPECIFICATIONSEXL-125
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
BULB SPECIFICATIONS
HeadlampINFOID:0000000001547324
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information.
Exterior LampINFOID:0000000001547325
*: Always check with the Parts Department for the latest parts information. Item
Wattage (W)*
Low 35
High 60/65
ItemWattage (W)*
Front combination lamp Parking lamp (inner)
7
Parking lamp (outer) 7
Side marker lamp (front) 7
Rear combination lamp Stop/Tail lamp
LED*
Side marker lamp (rear) *
Turn signal lamp 27
Back-up lamp *
Turn/fog lamp Fog
55
Turn 21
Puddle lamp 8
License plate lamp *
High-mounted stop lamp LED*
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BODY EXTERIOR, DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE SECURITY
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CONTENTS
EXTERIOR
SERVICE INFORMATION .. ..........................2
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota-
tion After Battery Disconnect ............................... ......
2
Service Notice ...........................................................3
PREPARATION ...................................................4
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......4
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................4
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAG-
NOSES ................................................................
5
Work Flow ........................................................... ......5
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ............7
Diagnostic Worksheet ...............................................9
CLIP AND FASTENER .......................................11
Description .......................................................... ....11
FRONT BUMPER ...............................................13
Removal and Installation .........................................13
REAR BUMPER ............................................. ....15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
FRONT GRILLE .................................................17
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....17
COWL TOP .......................................................18
Removal and Installation .........................................18
FRONT FENDER ...............................................20
Removal and Installation .........................................20
OVER FENDER .................................................21
Removal and Installation .........................................21
FENDER PROTECTOR ....................................23
Removal and Installation .........................................23
LICENSE LAMP FINISHER ..............................24
Removal and Installation .........................................24
RUNNING BOARDS .........................................25
Removal and Installation .........................................25
REAR SPOILER ................................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
ROOF RACK .....................................................27
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....27
DOOR OUTSIDE MOLDING .............................28
Removal and Installation .........................................28
SIDE GUARD MOLDING ..................................30
Removal and Installation ..................................... ....30
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< SERVICE INFORMATION >
PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000004913865
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR 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 w hether 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 inopera tive, 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 in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintent ional activation of the system. For re moval of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipmen t on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harn esses 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 electri c 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 minu tes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering W heel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000004913866
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-III 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 pow er 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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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 al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Service NoticeINFOID:0000000001609843
• When removing or installing various parts, place a cloth or padding on the vehicle body to prevent scratches.
• Handle trim, molding, instruments, grille, etc. carefully during removing or installing. Be careful not to soil or
damage them.
• Apply sealing compound where necessary when installing parts.
• When applying sealing compound, be careful that the sealing compound does not protrude from parts.
• When replacing any metal parts (for example body outer panel, members, etc.), be sure to take rust preven-
tion measures.
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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Special Service ToolINFOID:0000000001609845
The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Commercial Service ToolINFOID:0000000001609846
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name Description
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(J-39570)
Chassis ear Locating the noise
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(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rattle kit Repairing the cause of noise
SBT839
SBT840
Tool name
(Kent-Moore No.)
Description
Engine ear
(J-39565) Locating the noise
SIIA0995E
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Work FlowINFOID:0000000001609848
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW
Interview the customer if possible, to determine the conditions that exist when the noise occurs. Use the Diag-
nostic Worksheet during the interv iew to document the facts and conditions when the noise occurs and any
customer's comments; refer to EXT-9, "
Diagnostic Worksheet". This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs.
• The customer may not be able to provide a detailed descr iption 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 surfaces
= 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 mo vement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity.
• Rattle—(Like shaking a baby rattle)
Rattle characteristics include the fast repeated contac t/vibration or similar movement/loose parts/missing
clip or fastener/incorrect clearance.
• Knock —(Like a knock on a door)
Knock characteristics include hollow sounding/someti mes repeating/often brought on by driver action.
• Tick—(Like a clock second hand) Tick characteristics include gentle contacting of li ght materials/loose components/can be caused by driver
action or road conditions.
• Thump—(Heavy, muffled knock noise) Thump characteristics include softer k nock/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.
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 lo cation of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
SBT842
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