lock NISSAN 350Z 2007 Z33 Exterior And Interior Workshop Manual

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INSTALLATION OF BACK DOOR WINDOW
MOLDING ............................................................ 28
REAR SPOILER ........................................................ 30
Removal and Installation ........................................ 30
REMOVAL ........................................................... 30
INSTALLATION .................................................... 30
ROOF SIDE MOLDING ............................................. 31
Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models) ......... 31
FRONT PILLAR FINISHER ................................. 31
LOCK PILLER FINISHER .................................... 31
Removal and Installation (for Roadster Models) ..... 32
FRONT PILLAR FINISHER ................................. 32
BODY SIDE WEATHERSTRIP ............................ 32
DOOR FINISHER ...................................................... 33
Removal and Installation ........................................ 33
DRIVER DOOR FINISHER ................................. 33
PASSENGER DOOR FINISHER ......................... 34
BODY SIDE TRIM ..................................................... 35
Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models) ......... 35
REAR SIDE FINISHER ....................................... 35
REAR PILLAR FINISHER ................................... 35
FRONT PILLAR GARNISH ................................. 36
KICKING PLATE .................................................. 36
BODY SIDE WELT .............................................. 36
Removal and Installation (for Roadster Models) ..... 37
REAR SIDE FINISHER ....................................... 37
FRONT PILLAR GARNISH ................................. 37
KICKING PLATE .................................................. 37
BODY SIDE WELT .............................................. 38LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM ......................................... 39
Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models) ......... 39
LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM .................................... 40
REAR FLOOR BOX ............................................. 40
Removal and Installation (for Roadster Models) ..... 41
REAR FLOOR BOX ............................................. 41
LUGGAGE FLOOR FINISHER UPPER ............... 42
BACK PANEL FINISHER ..................................... 42
FLOOR TRIM ............................................................. 43
Removal and Installation ......................................... 43
REMOVAL ............................................................ 43
INSTALLATION .................................................... 43
HEADLINING ............................................................. 44
Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models) ......... 44
REMOVAL ............................................................ 44
INSTALLATION .................................................... 45
Removal and Installation (for Roadster Models) ..... 46
ROOF FRONT FINISHER ................................... 46
BACK DOOR ............................................................. 47
Removal and Installation (for Coupe Models) ......... 47
BACK DOOR MOLDING ...................................... 47
BACK DOOR WELT ............................................. 47
BACK DOOR FINISHER ...................................... 48
TRUNK ROOM TRIM & TRUNK LID FINISHER ....... 49
Removal and Installation (for Roadstar Models) ..... 49
TRUNK ROOM TRIM ........................................... 49
TRUNK LID FINISHER ........................................ 50
TRUNK LID MOLDING ........................................ 50

SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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Work FlowNIS0008B
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 EI-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 EI-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 TroubleshootingNIS0008C
Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel mounting pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter
7. A/C defroster duct and duct joint
These incidents can usually be located by tapping or moving the components to duplicate the noise or by
pressing on the components while driving to stop the noise. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicon spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION:
Do not use silicone spray to isolate a squeak or rattle. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will
not be able to recheck the repair.
CENTER CONSOLE
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shifter assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise
2. Inside handle escutcheon to door finisher
3. Wiring harnesses tapping
4. Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops
Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the areas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the Nissan Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-43980) to repair the noise.

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TRUNK
Trunk noises are often caused by a loose jack or loose items put into the trunk by the owner.
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid dumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING
Noises in the sunroof/headlining area can often be traced to one of the following:
1. Sunroof lid, rail, linkage or seals making a rattle or light knocking noise
2. Sun-visor shaft shaking in the holder
3. Front or rear windshield touching headlining and squeaking
Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these
incidents. Repairs usually consist of insulating with felt cloth tape.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket
These noises can be isolated by moving or pressing on the suspected components while duplicating the con-
ditions under which the noise occurs. Most of these incidents can be repaired by repositioning the component
or applying urethane tape to the contact area.
UNDERHOOD
Some interior noise may be caused by components under the hood or on the engine wall. The noise is then
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted under-hood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
5. Hood bumpers out of adjustment
6. Hood striker out of adjustment
These noises can be difficult to isolate since they cannot be reached from the interior of the vehicle. The best
method is to secure, move or insulate one component at a time and test drive the vehicle. Also, engine RPM
or load can be changed to isolate the noise. Repairs can usually be made by moving, adjusting, securing, or
insulating the component causing the noise.

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REAR WINDOW MOLDING
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Removal and InstallationNIS0008M
REMOVAL OF BACK DOOR WINDOW MOLDING
Remove back door window molding. Refer to GW-14, "BACK DOOR WINDOW GLASS" .
NOTE:
Apply a strip of protective tape along the contour of back door window glass (molding) to prevent paint surface
from being damaged.
INSTALLATION OF BACK DOOR WINDOW MOLDING
Install back door window molding. Refer to GW-14, "BACK DOOR WINDOW GLASS" .
NOTE:

Clean adhesive portion of back door window glass and around circumference with white gasoline.

Apply dam rubber to all surfaces of glass.

Attach back door window molding to side face of glass.
PIIB0822E
1. Back door window molding 2. Dual lock fastener 3. Back door
4. Back door window glass 5. Holder 6. Adhesive
7. Dam rubber

ROOF SIDE MOLDING
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FRONT PILLAR FINISHER
Removal
1. Remove lock pillar finisher.
2. Remove clip and double-faced adhesive tapes of body side weatherstrip.
3. Remove body side weatherstrip.
4. Remove screw of retainer body side weatherstrip.
5. Remove screw and clip of front pillar finisher.
6. Remove front pillar finisher.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
LOCK PILLER FINISHER
Removal
Lift and twist lock pillar finisher up from lock pillar disconnect clips.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
1. Front pillar finisher 2. Retainer body side weatherstrip 3. Body side weatherstrip
4. Lock pillar finisher
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DOOR FINISHER
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DRIVER DOOR FINISHER
Removal
1. Remove cap inside handle portion and remove screw.
2. Remove power window main switch finisher.
3. Disconnect harness connector power window main switch.
4. Remove screw of power window main switch portion.
5. Disengage both of the door main harness clip on the rear surface of the door finisher.
6. Disengage part of the bottle holder's illumination harness connector.
7. Pull up door finisher and remove connector inside handle cable and lock knob cable.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
To install finisher, check if all clips are matched over holes of panel on vehicle, then push it.
1. Power window main switch finisher 2. Inside handle escutcheon 3. Driver door finisher assembly
4. Grommet 5. Speaker grille 6. Step lamp lens
7. Door panel assembly (LH) 8. Door grip finisher 9. Door grip
10. Power window sub switch finisher 11. Passenger door finisher assembly
Clip Pawl Metal clip
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DOOR FINISHER
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PASSENGER DOOR FINISHER
Removal
1. Remove cap inside handle portion and remove screw.
2. Insert taping flat-bladed screwdriver into edge portion, disconnect pawls, and remove door grip finisher.
3. Remove screw of door grip portion.
4. Remove power window sub switch finisher.
5. Disconnect harness connector power window sub switch.
6. Disengage both of the door main harness clip on the rear surface of the door finisher.
7. Disengage part of the bottle holder's illumination harness connector.
8. Remove screw of power window sub switch portion.
9. Pull up door finisher and remove connector inside handle cable and lock knob cable.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
To install finisher, check if all clips are matched over holes of panel on vehicle, then push it.

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LUGGAGE FLOOR TRIM
Removal
1. Remove back door welt. Refer to EI-47, "BACK DOOR" .
2. Remove luggage floor carpet.
3. Remove spare tire cover.
4. Remove luggage finisher lower (center).
5. Remove luggage side finisher upper (RH/LH).
6. Remove strut cover upper (RH/LH).
7. Remove strut cover rear.
8. Remove clip of luggage side finisher lower and remove luggage side finisher lower.
9. Remove strut cover front.
10. Remove strut cover upper (center).
11. Remove clip of strut cover lower (RH/LH) and remove strut cover lower.
12. Remove strut cover lower (center).
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
REAR FLOOR BOX
Removal
1. Remove kicking plate inner. Refer to EI-35, "BODY SIDE TRIM" .
2. Remove body side welt. Refer to EI-35, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
3. Remove rear side finisher. Refer to EI-35, "
BODY SIDE TRIM" .
4. Remove console box. Refer to IP-10, "
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY" .
5. Remove screw of rear floor box and remove rear floor box.
6. Remove pins of rear floor box lid and remove rear floor box lid.
7. Remove luggage floor finisher mask.
8. Remove screws of rear floor box lock and remove rear floor box lock.
9. Remove tray.
Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
To install, check if all clips are matched over holes panel on vehicle, then push on.
1. Luggage finisher lower (center) 2. Luggage side finisher lower (RH) 3. Luggage side finisher lower (LH)
4. Luggage side finisher upper (RH) 5. Luggage side finisher upper (LH) 6. Trunk side box
7. Tool box 8. Luggage floor carpet 9. Spare tire cover
10. Strut cover rear 11. Strut cover upper (RH) 12. Strut cover upper (center)
13. Strut cover upper (LH) 14. Strut cover lower (RH) 15. Strut cover lower (center)
16. Strut cover lower (LH) 17. Strut cover front 18. Luggage floor finisher upper (rear)
19. Luggage floor finisher upper (front) 20. Rear parcel box 21. Rear parcel escutcheon
22. Luggage floor finisher lower 23. Rear floor box lid 24. Luggage floor finisher mask
25. Rear floor box striker 26. Rear floor box 27. Rear floor box mat
28. Tray Clip Pawl
Metal clip