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DOOR MIRROR
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Automatic Drive Positioner Interlocking Door Mirror AIS003L5
A trouble diagnosis of a automatic drive positioner interlocking door mirror is refer to SE-11, "AUTOMATIC
DRIVE POSITIONER" .

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WRING DIAGRAM –MIRROR– FOR AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER INTERLOCKING DOOR
MIRROR
TIWH0061E

DOOR MIRROR
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Removal and InstallationAIS003AQ
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the mirror body.
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front door finisher. Refer to EI-35, "DOOR FINISHER" .
2. Remove the corner cover inner.
3. Remove the door mirror harness connector.
4. Remove the door mirror mounting nuts, and remove the door mirror assembly.
INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Disassembly and AssemblyAIS00560
DISASSEMBLY
1. Place the mirror body with mirror glass facing upward.
2. Put strip of protection tape on mirror body.
3. As shown in the figure insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver into
the recess between mirror base (mirror holder) and mirror holder
bracket and push up pawls to remove mirror holder lower half
side.
NOTE:
When pushing up pawls do not attempt to use 1 recess only, be
sure to push up with both recesses.
Insert screwdriver into recesses, and push up while rotating
(twist) to make work easier.
4. Remove terminals of mirror heater attachment.
PIIA4738E
1. Door mirror assembly 2. Corner cover inner 3. Clip (C101)
4. Nut
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
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Camshaft inspection(VK45DE) ........................ EM-209
Camshaft inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... EM-84
Camshaft position sensor (PHASE) .. EC-308, EC-966
Camshaft(VK45DE) ......................................... EM-208
Camshaft(VQ35DE) ........................................... EM-82
CAN .................................................................... DI-29
CAN - Wiring diagram ......... EC-143, EC-793, LAN-22,
LAN-53
, LAN-89, LAN-135, LAN-169, LAN-208
CAN (Controller Area Network) . BL-25, BL-59, BL-93,
BL-185
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16, LAN-6, LAN-21,
LAN-52
, LAN-87, LAN-133, LAN-167, LAN-206
CAN communication EC-36, EC-142, EC-684, EC-792,
AT-31
, AT-105, TF-12, TF-31, WT-9, BRC-11, BL-25,
BL-59
, BL-93, BL-185, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16,
WW-9
, LAN-6, LAN-21, LAN-52, LAN-87, LAN-133,
LAN-167
, LAN-206
Canister-See EVAP canister ........... EC-646, EC-1323
CHARGE - Wiring diagram ................................ SC-24
Charging system ................................................ SC-23
Chassis and body maintenance ........................ MA-28
CHIME - Wiring diagram ..................................... DI-59
CIGAR - Wiring diagram .................................. WW-52
Cigarette lighter ............................................... WW-52
Cigarette lighter illumination ............................. LT-156
Circuit breaker ................................................... PG-17
Clock ................................................................... DI-79
CLOCK - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-79
Closed loop control .............................. EC-33, EC-680
Collision diagnosis ........................................... SRS-56
Combination lamp, rear, removal and installation ........
LT-147
Combination meter ............................................... DI-4
Combination meter removal and installation - See
Instrument panel .................................................. IP-11
COMM - Wiring diagram ...................... AV-69, AV-116
COMPAS - Wiring diagram ................................. DI-37
Compass ............................................................ DI-35
Component Location (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-43
Compression pressure(VK45DE) .................... EM-224
Compression pressure(VQ35DE) ...................... EM-98
Compressor clutch removal and installation .. ATC-143
Compressor special service tool ...................... ATC-17
Condenser ..................................................... ATC-154
Connecting rod bearing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-263
Connecting rod bearing clearance(VQ35DE) .. EM-138
Connecting rod bushing clearance(VK45DE) .. EM-258
Connecting rod bushing clearance(VQ35DE) . EM-138
Connecting rod(VK45DE) ................................ EM-258
Connecting rod(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-136
Console box - See Instrument panel ................... IP-10
CONSULT for VDC ......................................... BRC-25
CONSULT-II Reference value (A/T) .................. AT-91
Control units (terminal arrangement) ................. PG-77
Control valve (A/T) ............................................. AT-36
Controller Area Network (CAN) . BL-25, BL-59, BL-93,
BL-185
, GW-22, GW-88, RF-13, SE-16, LAN-6, LAN-21,
LAN-52
, LAN-87, LAN-133, LAN-167, LAN-206
Converter housing installation ........... AT-268, AT-272
COOL/F - Wiring diagram ................ EC-477, EC-1145
Coolant replacement(VQ35DE) ........................ MA-15
Cooling circuit (engine)(VK45DE) ..................... CO-34
Cooling circuit (engine)(VQ35DE) ...................... CO-9
Cooling fan motor ............................ EC-484, EC-1151
Cooling fan(VK45DE) ....................................... CO-47
Cooling fan(VQ35DE) ....................................... CO-21
Cowl top .............................................................. EI-24
Cowl top cover .................................................... EI-24
Crankcase ventilation system - See Positive crankcase
ventilation ......................................... EC-655
, EC-1332
Crankshaft position sensor (POS) ..... EC-302, EC-960
Crankshaft(VK45DE) ...................................... EM-241
Crankshaft(VQ35DE) ...................................... EM-136
Crash zone sensor .......................................... SRS-45
Cylinder block boring(VK45DE) ...................... EM-261
Cylinder block(VK45DE) ................................. EM-240
Cylinder block(VQ35DE) ................................. EM-120
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VK45DE) .......... EM-226
Cylinder head bolt tightening(VQ35DE) .......... EM-101
Cylinder head(VK45DE) ................................. EM-224
Cylinder head(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-98
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D/LOCK - Wiring diagram ....................... BL-27
, BL-33
Daytime light system ........................................... LT-38
Daytime running light - See Daytime light system LT-38
Diagnosis sensor unit ..................................... SRS-48
Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) for OBD system EC-15,
EC-662
Direct clutch solenoid valve ............... AT-160, AT-162
Display and amp.assembly ............... ATC-51, ATC-63
Door glass ........................................... GW-76, GW-80
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Front) ................ GW-78
Door glass Fitting Adjustment(Rear) ................. GW-83
Door lock .......................................................... BL-152
Door mirror ...................................................... GW-113
Door trim ............................................................. EI-35
Door, front ........................................... BL-148, GW-76
Door, rear ............................................ BL-148, GW-80
Drive belt inspection ......................................... MA-21
Drive belt inspection(VQ35DE) ......................... MA-14
Drive belt(VK45DE) ........................................ EM-169
Drive belt(VQ35DE) .......................................... EM-15
Drive pinion diff. inspection ............................. RFD-13
Drive shaft ......................................................... MA-37
Drive shaft (rear) ............................................... RAX-9
Driver air bag .................................................. SRS-36
DTRL - Wiring diagram ....................................... LT-41
Duct and grilles .............................................. ATC-133
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ECM power supply EC-136
, EC-404, EC-785, EC-1060
ECM/PW - Wiring diagram ............... EC-405, EC-1061
ECTS - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-187, EC-844
Electric sunroof .................................................. RF-10

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Electric throttle control actuator ........ EC-415, EC-417,
EC-1077
, EC-1079
Electric throttle control actuator (VK45DE) ..... EM-174
Electric throttle control actuator (VQ35DE) ....... EM-19
Electrical load signal circuit .............. EC-614, EC-1292
Electrical unit ..................................................... PG-77
Electrical units location ...................................... PG-70
Electronic ignition (EI) system ............. EC-34, EC-681
Engine control module (ECM) .......... EC-401, EC-1057
Engine control system diagram and chart ........ EC-29,
EC-676
Engine coolant temperature sensor (ECTS) ... EC-185,
EC-197
, EC-842, EC-855
Engine coolant(VK45DE) .................................. CO-36
Engine coolant(VQ35DE) ................................. CO-11
Engine oil filter replacement ............................. MA-25
Engine oil filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............. MA-18
Engine oil precautions .......................................... GI-8
Engine oil replacement(VQ35DE) ..................... MA-17
Engine oil(VK45DE) ........................................... LU-25
Engine oil(VQ35DE) ............................................ LU-7
Engine removal(VK45DE) ............................... EM-236
Engine removal(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-110
Engine room cover(VK45DE) ......................... EM-168
ETC1 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-418, EC-1080
ETC2 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-425, EC-1087
ETC3 - Wiring diagram .................... EC-429, EC-1091
EVAP canister .................................. EC-646, EC-1323
EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve ....
EC-335
, EC-990, EC-1160
EVAP canister vent control valve ...... EC-342, EC-502,
EC-997
, EC-1168
EVAP control system (small leak) diagnosis .. EC-326,
EC-366
, EC-981, EC-1022
EVAP control system pressure sensor ........... EC-349,
EC-352
, EC-358, EC-1004, EC-1007, EC-1014
EVAP control system purge flow monitoring diagnosis
EC-321
, EC-976
EVAP vapor lines inspection ................. MA-20, MA-27
Evaporative emission (EVAP) system ............ EC-643,
EC-1320
Evaporator ..................................................... ATC-155
Exhaust manifold(VK45DE) ............................ EM-178
Exhaust manifold(VQ35DE) .............................. EM-26
Exhaust system ................................................... EX-3
Exhaust system inspection ..................... EX-3, MA-28
Expansion valve ............................................. ATC-156
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F/FOG - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-79
F/PUMP - Wiring diagram ................ EC-604, EC-1281
Final drive removal and installation .. FFD-10, RFD-11
Floor trim ............................................................. EI-40
Flow charts ......................................................... GI-27
Fluid temperature sensor (A/T) ........................ AT-139
Fluorescent leak detector .............................. ATC-157
Fog lamp, front .................................................... LT-77
Front axle ............................................. FAX-4, FAX-10
Front brake solenoid valve ................. AT-156, AT-158
Front bumper ...................................................... EI-14
Front door ............................. BL-148, BL-152, GW-76
Front fog lamp .................................................... LT-77
Front passenger air bag .................................. SRS-40
Front seat belt ...................................................... SB-4
Front seat belt pre-tensioner ..... SB-2, SRS-3, SRS-47
Front side air bag ............................................ SRS-41
Front suspension .............................................. FSU-6
Front washer ...................................................... WW-4
Front wiper ......................................................... WW-4
FTTS - Wiring diagram ...... EC-275, EC-280, EC-933,
EC-938
Fuel cut control (at no load high engine speed) EC-35,
EC-683
Fuel filter replacement ......................................... FL-4
Fuel gauge ............................................................ DI-4
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VK45DE) .............. EM-188
Fuel injector and fuel tube(VQ35DE) ................ EM-45
Fuel level sensor EC-384, EC-386, EC-388, EC-1040,
EC-1042
, EC-1044
Fuel line inspection .................................. FL-3, MA-24
Fuel line inspection(VQ35DE) .......................... MA-17
Fuel precautions .......................................... GI-6, GI-7
Fuel pressure check ........................... EC-51, EC-700
Fuel pressure release ......................... EC-51, EC-700
Fuel pump ....................................... EC-603, EC-1280
Fuel pump and gauge .......................................... FL-4
Fuel system ......................................................... FL-3
Fuel tank ............................................................ FL-10
Fuel tank temperature sensor .......... EC-273, EC-279,
EC-931
, EC-937
Fuel tank vacuum relief valve ......... EC-646, EC-1323
FUELB1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-258, EC-267, EC-916,
EC-925
FUELB2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-259, EC-268, EC-917,
EC-926
Fuse .................................................................. PG-17
Fuse and fusible link box .................................. PG-84
Fusible link ........................................................ PG-17
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Gauges ................................................................. DI-4
Glass ...................................... GW-11, GW-76, GW-80
Glove box lamp ................................... LT-154, LT-197
GPS antenna ..................................................... AV-89
Grille - See Exterior ............................................ EI-23
Ground distribution ........................................... PG-31
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H/AIM - Wiring diagram ..................................... LT-73
H/LAMP - Wiring diagram .................................. LT-11
Harness connector ............................................ PG-74
Harness layout .................................................. PG-46
Hazard warning lamp ......................................... LT-89
Headlamp aiming control ................................... LT-73
Headlamp leveler - See Headlamp aiming control ........

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M/ANT - Wiring diagram .................................... AV-50
MAFS - Wiring diagram ..... EC-168, EC-175, EC-825,
EC-832
, EC-1066
Magnet clutch ................................. ATC-84, ATC-143
MAIN - Wiring diagram ...................... EC-136, EC-785
Maintenance (engine)(VQ35DE) ...................... MA-14
Major overhaul (Final drive) ............................ RFD-14
Major overhaul (Transfer) .................................. TF-45
Mass air flow sensor (MAFS) ............ EC-165, EC-173,
EC-822
, EC-830, EC-1064
Meter ..................................................................... DI-4
METER - Wiring diagram ...................................... DI-9
MIL data link connectors circuit ....... EC-641, EC-1318
MIL/DL - Wiring diagram .................. EC-641, EC-1318
Mirror, door ..................................................... GW-113
Mirror, out side ................................................ GW-113
Misfire ................................................ EC-291, EC-949
Mode door control linkage adjustment ............. ATC-72
Mode door motor ............................ ATC-70, ATC-130
Molding - See Exterior ................... EI-26, EI-30, EI-33
Multiport fuel injection (MFI) system .... EC-32, EC-679
Multiport fuel injection precautions ....................... GI-7
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NATS - Wiring diagram .................................... BL-209
NAVI - Wiring diagram ..................................... AV-107
Navigation system ............................................. AV-88
Nissan torque demand (NTD) control system .. EC-682
NVH troubleshooting (EM) .............................. EM-166
NVH troubleshooting (EM)(VQ35DE) ............... EM-13
NVH troubleshooting (Transfer) ........................... TF-7
NVIS (Nissan vehicle immobilizer system) precautions
GI-3
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O2H1B1 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-151
, EC-808
O2H1B2 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-153, EC-810
O2H2B1 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-159, EC-816
O2H2B2 - Wiring diagram .................. EC-161, EC-818
O2S1B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-207, EC-217, EC-229,
EC-865
, EC-875, EC-887
O2S1B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-209, EC-219, EC-231,
EC-867
, EC-877, EC-889
O2S2B1 - Wiring diagram .. EC-238, EC-248, EC-449,
EC-460
, EC-896, EC-906, EC-1119, EC-1130
O2S2B2 - Wiring diagram .. EC-240, EC-250, EC-451,
EC-462
, EC-898, EC-908, EC-1121, EC-1132
Oil cooler (engine)(VQ35DE) ............................. LU-14
Oil filter(VK45DE) .............................................. LU-28
Oil filter(VQ35DE) .............................................. LU-10
Oil pan (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. EM-181
Oil pan (engine)(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-30
Oil pressure (engine)(VK45DE) ......................... LU-25
Oil pressure (engine)(VQ35DE) ........................... LU-8
Oil pressure relief valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ........ LU-6
Oil pump (A/T) ................................................. AT-303
Oil pump (engine)(VK45DE) .............................. LU-31
Oil pump (engine)(VQ35DE) .............................. LU-17
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VK45DE) ...... LU-31
Oil pump regulator valve (engine)(VQ35DE) ..... LU-17
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VK45DE) ......... EM-221
Oil seal replacement (engine)(VQ35DE) .......... EM-94
Oil seal replacement (front of final drive) FFD-7, RFD-7
Oil seal replacement (side of final drive) FFD-9, RFD-9
ORVR (On-board Refueling Vapor Recovery) EC-650,
EC-1327
Out side mirror ............................................... GW-113
Overheat ........................................................ EC-1142
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P/SCKT - Wiring diagram ................................ WW-54
Park/Neutral position switch ........... EC-545, EC-1211
Park/neutral position switch (A/T) .................... AT-112
Parking brake control ........................................... PB-3
PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) EC-655, EC-1332
Personal lamp ..................................... LT-151, LT-184
PGC/V - Wiring diagram .... EC-337, EC-496, EC-992,
EC-1162
PHSB1 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-309
PHSB2 - Wiring diagram .................................. EC-311
Pilot bushing replacement - See Pilot
converter(VQ35DE) ........................................ EM-121
Piston assembly(VK45DE) ............................. EM-250
Piston assembly(VQ35DE) ............................. EM-131
Piston pin inspection(VK45DE) ....................... EM-256
Piston pin inspection(VQ35DE) ...................... EM-136
Piston ring inspection(VK45DE) ..................... EM-257
Piston ring inspection(VQ35DE) ..................... EM-137
Piston to bore clearance(VK45DE) ................. EM-260
Piston to bore clearance(VQ35DE) ................ EM-140
PNP/SW - Wiring diagram .............. EC-547, EC-1213
POS - Wiring diagram ....................... EC-303, EC-961
POWER - Wiring diagram ................................... PG-4
Power door mirror .............................................. BL-22
Power seat ......................................................... SE-93
Power socket ................................................... WW-54
Power steering fluid level ........................ PS-8, MA-36
Power steering gear ........................................... PS-19
Power steering hydraulic pressure .................... PS-31
Power steering oil pump .................................... PS-31
Power steering system bleeding .......................... PS-8
Power supply routing .......................................... PG-3
Power window .................................................. GW-15
PRE/SE - Wiring diagram EC-354, EC-360, EC-1009,
EC-1016
Precations for Leak detection dye .................. ATC-16
Precautions (General) ........................................... GI-4
Pressure switch 1 .............................. AT-158, AT-178
Pressure switch 2 ............................................ AT-170
Pressure switch 3 .............................. AT-154, AT-180
Pressure switch 5 .............................. AT-162, AT-182
Pressure switch 6 .............................. AT-166, AT-184
Pressure test (A/T) ............................................. AT-52

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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 2
Precautions .............................................................. 2
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3
Special Service Tools ............................................... 3
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 4
Work Flow ................................................................ 4
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 4
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 5
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 5
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 5
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 5
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 6
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 6INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 6
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 6
DOORS ................................................................. 6
TRUNK .................................................................. 7
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 7
SEATS ................................................................... 7
UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 7
Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................... 8
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY ......................... 10
Component Parts Drawing ..................................... 10
Removal and Installation ........................................ 11
WORK STEP ....................................................... 11
REMOVAL ........................................................... 12
INSTALLATION ................................................... 17
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
A/T CONSOLE FINISHER .................................. 17
CENTER CONSOLE ........................................... 18
INSTRUMENT PASSENGER LOWER PANEL ... 19

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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
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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.
PrecautionsAIS003CC

Disconnect both battery cables in advance.

Disconnect air bag system line in advance.

Never tamper with or force air bag lid open, as this may adversely affect air bag performance.

Be careful not to scratch pad and other parts.

When removing or disassembling any part, be careful not to damage or deform it. Protect parts, which
may get in the way with cloth.

When removing parts with a screwdriver or other tool, protect parts by wrapping them with vinyl or tape.

Keep removed parts protected with cloth.

If a clip is deformed or damaged, replace it.

If an unreusable part is removed, replace it with a new one.

Tighten bolts and nuts firmly to the specified torque.

After re-assembly has been completed, make sure each part functions correctly.

Remove stains in the following way.
Water-soluble stains:
Dip a soft cloth in warm water, and then squeeze it tightly. After wiping the stain, wipe with a soft dry cloth.
Oil stain:
Dissolve a synthetic detergent in warm water (density of 2 to 3% or less), dip the cloth, then clean off the stain
with the cloth. Next, dip the cloth in fresh water and squeeze it tightly. Then clean off the detergent completely.
Then wipe the area with a soft dry cloth.

Do not use any organic solvent, such as thinner or benzine.

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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Work FlowAIS003CF
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 IP-8, "
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 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.
SBT842

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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 model, drive position on A/T model).
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 IP-6, "
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
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.
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 × 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 × 1.97 in)