component INFINITI M35 2007 Factory Service Manual

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Check Ignition Power Supply Circuit NHS00089
1. CHECK FUSE
Check 10A fuse [No.15, located in fuse block (J/B)].
NOTE:
Refer to SB-3, "
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown out, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to
PG-3, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
2. CHECK IGNITION POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect pre-crash seat belt control unit connector.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between pre-crash seat belt control unit harness
connector and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Ignition power supply circuit is OK.
NG >> Check pre-crash seat belt control unit ignition power supply circuit harness.
Check Motor Power Supply and Ground Circuit [B2454]NHS0008A
1. CHECK FUSE
Check 30A fusible link (letter G , located in the fuse and fusible link box).
NOTE:
Refer to SB-3, "
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown out, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to
PG-3, "
POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
Terminal
Voltage (V)
(Approx.) (+)
(–) Pre-crash seat
belt control unit
connectorTerminal
B142 13 Ground Battery voltage
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PRECAUTIONS PFP:00011
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NKS003NB
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.
Precautions for Power Generation Voltage Variable Control SystemNKS003NC
CAUTION:
For this model, the battery current sensor that is installed to the battery cable at the negative terminal
measures the charging/discharging current of the battery, and performs various controls. If the electri-
cal component or the ground wire is connected directly to the battery terminal, the current other than
that being measured with the battery current sensor is charging to or discharging from the battery.
This condition causes the malfunction of the control, and then the battery discharge may occur. Do
not connect the electrical component or the ground wire directly to the battery terminal.

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POWER GENERATION VOLTAGE VARIABLE CONTROL SYSTEM
Power generation voltage variable control system that controls the power generation voltage of the alternator
has been adopted. By performing the power generation voltage variable control, the engine load due to the
power generation of the alternator is reduced and fuel consumption is decreased.
Operation Description

The battery current sensor detects the charging/discharging current of the battery. ECM judges the battery
condition based on this signal.

ECM judges whether to perform the power generation voltage variable control according to the battery
condition.

When performing the power generation voltage variable control, ECM calculates the target power genera-
tion voltage according to the battery condition and sends the calculated value as the power generation
command value to IPDM E/R.

IPDM E/R converts the received power generation command value into the power generation command
signal (PWM signal) and sends it to the IC regulator.

The IC regulator controls the power generation voltage by the target power generation voltage based on
the received power generation command signal.

When there is no power generation command signal, the alternator performs the normal power generation
according to the characteristic of the IC regulator.
NOTE:
When any malfunction is detected in the power generation voltage variable control system, the power genera-
tion is performed according to the characteristic of the IC regulator of the alternator.
Main Component Part
BATTERY CURRENT SENSOR

Battery current sensor (1) is installed to the battery cable at the
negative terminal, and it detects the charging/discharging cur-
rent of the battery and sends the voltage signal to ECM accord-
ing to the current value.
SKIB5009E
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3. CHECK “B” TERMINAL CONNECTION (VOLTAGE DROP TEST)
1. Start engine, then engine running at idle and warm.
2. Check voltage between battery positive terminal and alternator
“B” terminal.
OK or NG
OK >> Go to SC-25, "Trouble Diagnosis with Starting/Charging
System Tester (Charging)" .
NG >> Check harness between battery and alternator for poor continuity.
Power Generation Voltage Variable Control System Operation InspectionNKS003NQ
CAUTION:

For this model, the battery current sensor that is installed to the battery cable at the negative ter-
minal measures the charging/discharging current of the battery, and performs various controls. If
the electrical component or the ground wire is connected directly to the battery terminal, the cur-
rent other than that being measured with the battery current sensor is charging to or discharging
from the battery. This condition causes the malfunction of the control, and then the battery dis-
charge may occur. Never connect the electrical component or the ground wire directly to the bat-
tery terminal.

When performing this inspection, always use the charged battery that completed the battery
inspection. (When the charging rate of the battery is low, the response speed of the voltage
change will become slow. This is a cause of an incorrect inspection.)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. CHECK ECM (CONSULT-II)
Perform ECM self-diagnosis with CONSULT-II. Refer to the following.

VQ35DE: EC-123, "CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE)"

VK45DE: EC-826, "CONSULT-II Function (ENGINE)"
Self-diagnostic results content
No malfunction detected>> GO TO 2.
Malfunction detected>> Check applicable parts, and repair or replace corresponding parts.
Terminals
Voltage
(Approx.)
(+)(–)
Alternator “B” terminal Terminal
Battery positive
terminalE205 [VQ35DE (2WD)]
E202 [VQ35DE (AWD)/VK45DE]1 Less than 0.2 V
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PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Service Notice .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Work ................................................ 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Special Service Tools ............................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 5
Work Flow ................................................................ 5
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 5
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 6
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 6
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 6
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 6
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 7
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 7
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 7
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 7
DOORS ................................................................. 7
TRUNK .................................................................. 8
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 8
SEATS ................................................................... 8
UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 8
Diagnostic Worksheet .............................................. 9
AUTOMATIC DRIVE POSITIONER ...........................11
Component Parts And Harness Connector Location
.... 11
System Description ................................................ 12
MANUAL OPERATION ....................................... 12
MEMORY OPERATION ...................................... 12
EXITING OPERATION ........................................ 14
ENTRY OPERATION .......................................... 14
INTELLIGENT KEY INTERLOCK OPERATION ... 15
FAIL-SAFE MODE .............................................. 15
INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE .......................... 16
SETTING CHANGE FUNCTION ......................... 16
CAN Communication System Description .............. 16CAN Communication Unit ....................................... 16
Schematic ............................................................... 17
Wiring Diagram — AUT/DP — ............................... 19
Terminals and Reference Values for BCM .............. 31
Terminals and Reference Value for Intelligent Key
Unit ......................................................................... 31
Terminals and Reference Values for Driver Seat
Control Unit ............................................................. 32
Terminals and Reference Values for Automatic
Drive Positioner Control Unit .................................. 34
CONSULT-II Function (AUTO DRIVE POS.) .......... 37
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE .................... 37
SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS ............................. 37
DATA MONITOR ................................................. 38
ACTIVE TEST ..................................................... 39
WORK SUPPORT ............................................... 39
Work Flow ............................................................... 40
Symptom Chart ....................................................... 40
CAN Communication Inspection Using CONSULT-
II (Self-Diagnosis) ................................................... 42
Check BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit ...... 42
Check Driver Seat Control Unit Power Supply and
Ground Circuit ........................................................ 43
Check Automatic Drive Positioner Control Unit
Power Supply and Ground Circuit .......................... 44
Check Sliding Motor Circuit .................................... 45
Check Reclining Motor Circuit ................................ 46
Check Front Lifting Motor Circuit ............................ 47
Check Rear Lifting Motor Circuit ............................. 49
Check Telescopic Motor Circuit .............................. 50
Check Tilt Motor Circuit .......................................... 51
Check Sliding Sensor Circuit .................................. 53
Check Reclining Sensor Circuit .............................. 55
Check Front Lifting Sensor Circuit .......................... 57
Check Rear Lifting Sensor Circuit .......................... 59
Check Telescopic Sensor Circuit ............................ 61
Check Tilt Sensor Circuit ........................................ 63
Check Door Mirror Sensor LH Circuit ..................... 64
Check Door Mirror Sensor RH Circuit .................... 67
Check Sliding Switch Circuit ................................... 69

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Check Lifting Switch (Front) Circuit ........................ 73
Check Lifting Switch (Rear) Circuit ......................... 75
Check Power Seat Switch Ground Circuit .............. 76
Check Telescopic Switch Circuit ............................. 77
Check Tilt Switch Circuit ......................................... 79
Check Seat Memory and Set Switch Circuit ........... 81
Check Seat Memory Indicator Lamp Circuit ........... 82
Check Door Mirror Sensor Power Supply and
Ground Circuit ........................................................ 84
Check A/T Device (Detention Switch) Circuit ......... 86
Check Front Door Switch (Driver Side) Circuit ....... 87
Check UART Communication Line Circuit .............. 88
Check Lumbar Support Circuit ............................... 90
POWER SEAT(PASSENGER SIDE) ......................... 92
Schematic ............................................................... 92
Wiring Diagram — SEAT — .................................... 93
POWER SEAT(REAR) .............................................. 96
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 96
System Description ................................................. 96
REAR POWER SEAT LH AND RH OPERATION ... 96
REAR SEAT RETREAT FUNCTION ................... 97
Schematic ............................................................... 98
Wiring Diagram — R/SEAT — ................................ 99
Terminals and Reference Values for Rear Seat Con-
trol Unit .................................................................103
Work Flow .............................................................104
Trouble Diagnoses Symptom Chart ......................104
Check Rear Power Seat Power Supply Circuit .....104
Check Rear Seat Control Unit Power Supply and
Ground Circuit ......................................................105
Check Rear Seat Sliding Motor Circuit .................106
Check Rear Power Seat Switch Circuit ................107
Check Automatic Return Cancel Switch Circuit ....109
Check Automatic Return Cancel Switch ...............110
Check Rear Door Switch Circuit ............................111
Check Rear Seat Sliding Sensor Circuit ...............112
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEAT .............................114
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location .114
System Description ...............................................114
Schematic .............................................................118
Wiring Diagram — C/SEAT — ..............................119
Terminal and Reference Value for Climate Con-
trolled Seat Control Unit .......................................124
Work Flow .............................................................125
Trouble Diagnoses Symptom Chart ......................126
Preliminary Check ................................................126
Check Climate Controlled Seat Control Unit Power
Supply Circuit .......................................................127
Check Climate Controlled Seat Control Unit Power
Supply and Ground Circuit ...................................128
Check Climate Controlled Seat Switch Power Sup-ply Circuit ..............................................................131
Check Climate Controlled Seat Switch Circuit ......132
Check Climate Controlled Seat Switch Indicator Cir-
cuit ........................................................................134
Check Seat Cushion Thermal Electric Device Cir-
cuit ........................................................................136
Check Seatback Thermal Electric Device Circuit ..137
Check Seat Cushion Thermal Electric Device Sen-
sor Circuit ..............................................................138
Check Seatback Thermal Electric Device Sensor
Circuit ....................................................................140
Check Climate Controlled Seat Blower Motor Circuit .141
Check Climate Controlled Seat Control Unit .........143
HEATED SEAT ........................................................144
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location .144
System Description ...............................................144
Schematic .............................................................146
Wiring Diagram — HSEAT — ...............................147
Terminals and Reference Values for Rear Seat Con-
trol Unit ..................................................................152
Work Flow .............................................................152
Trouble Diagnoses Symptom Chart ......................152
Check Rear Heated Seat Power Supply and Ground
Circuit ....................................................................153
Check Rear Seat Control Unit Power Supply and
Ground Circuit .......................................................154
Check Rear Heated Seat Switch Circuit ...............156
Check Rear Heated Seat Indicator Power Supply
Circuit ....................................................................158
Check Rear Heated Seat Indicator Circuit ............159
Check Rear Heated Seat Circuit ...........................161
Check Rear Seatback Heater Circuit ....................162
FRONT SEAT ..........................................................164
Driver's Seat Components ....................................164
Passenger's Seat Components .............................166
Removal and Installation .......................................168
REMOVAL ..........................................................168
INSTALLATION ..................................................168
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................169
SEATBACK ........................................................169
SEAT CUSHION ................................................170
CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEAT ........................172
REAR SEAT .............................................................173
Bench Seat Components ......................................173
Power Seat (Split Type) Components ...................175
Removal and Installation .......................................177
BENCH SEAT ....................................................177
POWER SEAT ...................................................177
Disassembly and Assembly ..................................178
BENCH SEAT ....................................................178
POWER SEAT ...................................................180

PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NIS0025I
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.
Service NoticeNIS0025J

When removing or installing various parts, place a cloth or padding onto the vehicle body to prevent
scratches.

Handle trim, molding, instruments, grille, etc. carefully during removing or installing. Be careful not to oil 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 pre-
vention measures.
Precautions for WorkNIS0025K

When removing or disassembling each component, be careful not to damage or deform it. If a component
may be subject to interference, be sure to protect it with a shop cloth.

When removing (disengaging) components with a screwdriver or similar tool, be sure to wrap the compo-
nent with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.

Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and keep them.

Replace a deformed or damaged clip.

If a part is specified as a non-reusable part, always replace it with new one.

Be sure to tighten bolts and nuts securely to the specified torque.

After re-installation is completed, be sure to check that each part works normally.

Follow the steps below to clean components.
–Water soluble foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the
fouled area.
Then rub with a soft and dry cloth.
–Oily foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%), and wipe
the fouled area.
Then dip a cloth into fresh water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the detergent off. Then rub
with a soft and dry cloth.

Do not use organic solvent such as thinner, benzene, alcohol, and gasoline.

For genuine leather seats, use a genuine leather seat cleaner.

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Work FlowNIS0028W
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 SE-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 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.
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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 models, drive position on A/T models).
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 SE-7, "
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.
NOTE:
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)

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INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)
FELT CLOTHTAPE
Used to insulate where movement does not occur. Ideal for instrument panel applications.
68370-4B000: 15×25 mm (0.59×0.98 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 in place of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit. 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.
Generic Squeak and Rattle TroubleshootingNIS0028X
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
applying felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate
wiring harness.
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.