door lock NISSAN TEANA 2003 Service Manual
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BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE)
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BCM STATUS CONTROL
BCM changes its status depending on the operation status in order to save power consumption.
1. CAN communication status
With ignition switch ON, CAN communicates with other control units normally.
Control by BCM is being operated properly.
When ignition switch is OFF, switching to sleep mode is possible.
Even when ignition switch is OFF, if CAN communication with IPDM E/R, Intelligent Key unit or unified
meter and A/C amp. is active, CAN communication status is active.
2. Sleep transient status
This status shuts down CAN communication when ignition switch is turned OFF.
It transmits sleep request signal to IPDM E/R, Intelligent Key unit, driver seat control unit and unified
meter and A/C amp.
2 seconds after CAN communication of all control units stops, sleep transient status switches to CAN
communication inactive status.
3. CAN communication inactive status
With ignition switch OFF, CAN communication is not active.
With ignition switch OFF, control performed only by BCM is active.
When all controls that BCM performs stop, CAN communication inactive status switches to sleep sta-
tus.
4. Sleep status
BCM is activated with low power mode.
CAN communication is not active.
When CAN communication operation is detected, it switches to CAN communication status.
When a state of the following switches changes, it switches to CAN communication state.
–Ignition switch (ACC, ON)
–Key switch
–Ignition knob switch
–Hazard switch
–Door lock/unlock switch
–Front door switch (driver side, passenger side)
–Rear door switch (RH, LH)
–Trunk lid opener switch
–Trunk room lamp switch
–Combination switch (passing, lighting switch 1ST position, front fog lamp)
–Remote keyless entry receiver (lock/unlock signal)
When control performed only by BCM is required by switch, it shifts to CAN communication inactive
mode.
Status of combination switch reading function is changed.
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BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE)
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY BCM DIRECTLY
NOTE:
Power supply only. No system control.
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY BCM AND IPDM E/R
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY BCM AND COMBINATION METER
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY BCM, COMBINATION METER AND IPDM E/R
SYSTEMS CONTROLLED BY BCM AND INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT
System Reference
Power door lock systemBL-21, "
POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM"
Remote keyless entry systemBL-46, "REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM"
Power window system NOTEGW-17, "POWER WINDOW SYSTEM"
Sunroof NOTERF-10, "SUNROOF"
Interior room lamp timerLT-219, "INTERIOR ROOM LAMP"
Interior room lamp battery saver controlLT-222, "INTERIOR ROOM LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL"
Rear fog lampLT-142, "REAR FOG LAMP"
System Reference
NATSBL-139, "
NATS(Nissan Anti-Theft System)"
HeadlampLT- 6 , "HEADLAMP - XENON TYPE -"
LT-38, "HEADLAMP - HALOGEN TYPE -"
Auto light systemLT-64, "AUTO LIGHT SYSTEM"
Parking, license plate and tail lamps LT-196, "PARKING, LICENSE PLATE AND TAIL LAMPS"
Front fog lampLT-126, "FRONT FOG LAMP"
Exterior lamp battery saver controlLT-197, "EXTERIOR LAMP BATTERY SAVER CONTROL"
Front wiper and washer systemWW-4, "FRONT WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEM"
Headlamp washerWW-40, "HEADLAMP WASHER"
Rear window defoggerGW-54, "REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER"
System Reference
Warning chimeDI-56, "
WARNING CHIME"
Turn signal and hazard warning lampsLT-152, "TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING LAMPS"
System Reference
Oil pressure warning lampDI-35, "
WARNING LAMPS"
System Reference
Intelligent Key systemBL-68, "
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM"
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MAJOR COMPONENTS AND CONTROL SYSTEM
System Input Output
Remote control entry system
Remote keyless entry receiver
Key switch
Front door switch (driver side)
Front door switch (passenger side)
Rear door switch RH
Rear door switch LH
Front door lock assembly
(driver side) (door lock actuator)
Front door lock assembly
(passenger side) (door lock actuator)
Rear door lock actuator RH
Rear door lock actuator LH
Trunk lid opener actuator
Turn signal lamp (RH, LH)
Combination meter
(turn signal indicator, warning chime)
Intelligent Key system
Intelligent Key unit
Front door switch (driver side)
Front door switch (passenger side)
Rear door switch RH
Rear door switch LH
Front door lock assembly
(driver side) (door lock actuator)
Front door lock assembly
(passenger side) (door lock actuator)
Rear door lock actuator RH
Rear door lock actuator LH
Trunk lid opener actuator
Turn signal lamp (RH, LH)
Combination meter
(turn signal indicator, warning chime)
Power door lock system
Power window main switch
(door lock and unlock switch)
Front door lock assembly (driver side)
(door unlock sensor)
Key switch
Front door switch (driver side)
Front door switch (passenger side)
Rear door switch RH
Rear door switch LH
Front door lock assembly
(driver side) (door lock actuator)
Front door lock assembly
(passenger side) (door lock actuator)
Rear door lock actuator RH
Rear door lock actuator LH
Trunk lid openerTrunk lid and fuel lid opener switch
(Trunk lid opener switch)Trunk lid lock assembly
(trunk lid opener actuator)
Power supply (IGN) to power window,
sunroofIgnition power supply Power window and sunroof system
Power supply (BAT) to power window,
sunroof and power seatBattery power supply Power window, sunroof system and power seat
Headlamp Combination switch
IPDM E/R
Combination meter
(HIGH beam indicator)
Exterior lamp battery saver control
Ignition switch
Combination switchIPDM E/R
Auto light system
Optical sensor
Combination switch
Ignition switch (ACC, ON)IPDM E/R
Parking, license plate and tail lamps Combination switch
IPDM E/R
Combination meter (Tail lamp indicator)
Front fog lamp Combination switch
IPDM E/R
Combination meter
(Front fog lamp indicator)
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BCM (BODY CONTROL MODULE)
CAN Communication UnitBKS001UH
Refer to LAN-49, "CAN System Specification Chart" .
Rear fog lamp Combination switch
Rear fog lamp
Combination meter
(Rear fog lamp indicator)
Turn signal lamp
Combination switch
Ignition switch (ON)
Turn signal lamp
Combination meter
(turn signal indicator, warning chime)
Hazard lamp Hazard switch
Turn signal lamp
Combination meter
(turn signal indicator, warning chime)
Interior room lamp timer
Key switch
Remote keyless entry receiver
Power window main switch
(door lock and unlock switch)
Front door lock assembly (driver side)
Front door switch (driver side)
Front door switch (passenger side)
Rear door switch LH
Rear door switch RH
Ignition switch (ON)
Map lamp
Personal lamp RH
Personal lamp LH
Ignition keyhole illumination
Key warning chime
Key switch
Front door switch (driver side)
Ignition switch (ON)Combination meter (warning buzzer)
Light warning chime
Combination switch
Front door switch (driver side)
Ignition switch (ON)Combination meter (warning buzzer)
Oil pressure warning lamp
IPDM E/R
Ignition switch (ON)Combination meter (warning lamp)
Front wiper and washer system
Combination switch
Combination meter
Ignition switch (ON)IPDM E/R
Headlamp washer
Headlamp washer switch
Combination switch
Ignition switch (ON)IPDM E/R
Rear window defogger
Rear window defogger switch
Ignition switch (ACC, ON)IPDM E/R
A/C switch signal
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Ignition switch (ON)ECM
Blower fan switch signal
Unified meter and A/C amp.
Ignition switch (ON)ECM System Input Output
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CONSULT-II Function (BCM)BKS001UK
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test mode shown following.
CONSULT-II BASIC OPERATION
Refer to GI-34, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
CAUTION:
If CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunctions might be
detected in self-diagnosis depending on control unit which carry out CAN communication.
ITEMS OF EACH PART
NOTE:
CONSULT-II will only display systems the vehicle possesses.
×:Applicable
NOTE:
This item is displayed, but should not be used.BCM diagnostic test item Check item, diagnostic test mode Content
Inspection by partWORK SUPPORT Changes setting of each function.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS RESULTS BCM performs self-diagnosis of CAN communication.
DATA MONITOR Displays the input data of BCM in real time.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTRThe result of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication
can be read.
ACTIVE TEST Gives a drive signal to a load to check the operation.
ECU PART NUMBER ECM part number can be read.
CONFIGURATION (Not be used.)
CONSULT-II display System and itemDiagnostic test mode (Inspection by part)
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BCM BCM×× × ×
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DOOR LOCK Power door lock system×××
REAR DEFOGGER Rear window defogger××
BUZZER Warning chime××
INT LAMP Room lamp timer×××
MULTI REMOTE ENTRemote keyless entry
system×××
HEAD LAMP Headlamp×××
WIPER Wiper×××
FLASHERTurn signal lamp
Hazard lamp××
AIR CONDITONERBlower fan switch signal
A/C switch signal×
INTELLIGENT KEY Intelligent Key system×
COMB SW Combination switch×
IMMU NATS××
BATTERY SAVER Room lamp battery saver×× ×
TRUNK Trunk lid opener××
SIGNAL BUFFER Oil pressure switch××
PANIC ALARM Panic alarm×
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BL-1
BODY, LOCK & SECURITY SYSTEM
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INDEX FOR DTC ........................................................ 4
DTC No. Index ......................................................... 4
INTELLIGENT KEY / NATS I-KEY ........................ 4
NATS V5.0 ............................................................ 4
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 5
Precautions Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation
After Battery Disconnect .......................................... 5
OPERATION PROCEDURE ................................. 5
Precautions for Work ................................................ 5
PREPARATION ........................................................... 6
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 6
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES ..... 7
Work Flow ................................................................ 7
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 7
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 8
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 8
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 8
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 8
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 9
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 9
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 9
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 9
DOORS ................................................................. 9
TRUNK ................................................................ 10
SUNROOF/HEADLINING ................................... 10
SEATS ................................................................. 10
UNDERHOOD ..................................................... 10
Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................. 11
HOOD ....................................................................... 13
Fitting Adjustment .................................................. 13
LONGITUDINAL AND LATERAL CLEARANCE
ADJUSTMENT .................................................... 13
FRONT END HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ............... 13
SURFACE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ................... 14
Removal and Installation ........................................ 14
REMOVAL ........................................................... 15INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
Removal and Installation of Hood Lock Control ..... 16
REMOVAL ........................................................... 16
INSTALLATION ................................................... 16
Hood Lock Control Inspection ................................ 17
RADIATOR CORE SUPPORT .................................. 18
Removal and Installation ........................................ 18
REMOVAL ........................................................... 18
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
FRONT FENDER ...................................................... 20
Removal and Installation ........................................ 20
REMOVAL ........................................................... 20
INSTALLATION ................................................... 20
POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM .............................. 21
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 21
System Description ................................................. 22
LOCK OPERATION ............................................. 22
UNLOCK OPERATION ........................................ 22
KEY REMINDER DOOR SYSTEM ...................... 23
VEHICLE SPEED SENSING AUTO DOOR
LOCK FUNCTION ............................................... 23
OVERRIDE MECHANISM ................................... 23
CAN Communication System Description .............. 23
CAN Communication Unit ....................................... 23
Schematic ............................................................... 24
Wiring Diagram -D/LOCK- ...................................... 25
FIG. 1 ................................................................... 25
FIG. 2 ................................................................... 26
FIG. 3 ................................................................... 27
FIG. 4 ................................................................... 28
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM ............... 29
Work Flow ............................................................... 29
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) ................................. 30
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE .................... 30
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEMS .................... 30
Trouble Diagnosis Chart by Symptom .................... 31
BCM Power Supply and Ground Circuit ................. 32
Check Door Switch ................................................. 33
Check Key Switch ................................................... 35
Check Door Lock and Unlock Switch ..................... 37
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BL-2 Check Door Lock Actuator Output Signal ............... 39
Check Door Lock Actuator Circuit .......................... 40
(DRIVER SIDE AND REAR LH) .......................... 40
(PASSENGER SIDE AND REAR RH) ................. 41
Check Door Unlock Sensor .................................... 42
FUEL FILLER LID OPENER ..................................... 44
Component Part and Harness Connector Location ... 44
Wiring Diagram –F/LID– ......................................... 45
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM ..................... 46
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 46
System Description ................................................. 46
INPUTS ............................................................... 46
OPERATED PROCEDURE ................................. 47
CAN Communication System Description .............. 48
CAN Communication Unit ....................................... 48
Schematic ............................................................... 49
Wiring Diagram — KEYLES— ................................ 50
FIG. 1 ................................................................... 50
FIG. 2 ................................................................... 51
FIG. 3 ................................................................... 52
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM ................ 53
Terminals and Reference Value for IPDM E/R ........ 54
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) .................................. 54
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE .................... 54
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEMS .................... 54
Work Flow ............................................................... 56
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart ......................... 56
Check Key Fob Battery and Function ..................... 57
Check ACC Switch ................................................. 58
Check Door Switch ................................................. 59
CHECK DOOR SWITCH (EXCEPT TRUNK
ROOM LAMP SWITCH) ...................................... 59
CHECK TRUNK ROOM LAMP SWITCH ............ 61
Check Key Switch ................................................... 63
Check Hazard Function .......................................... 64
Check Map Lamp and Ignition Keyhole Illumination
Function .................................................................. 64
ID Code Entry Procedure ....................................... 64
KEY FOB ID SET UP WITH CONSULT-II ........... 64
KEY FOB ID SET UP WITHOUT CONSULT-II .... 66
Key Fob Battery Replacement ................................ 67
INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM ................................... 68
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location ... 68
System Description ................................................. 70
DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK, TRUNK OPEN FUNC-
TION .................................................................... 70
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTIONS ......... 71
ENGINE START FUNCTION ............................... 72
WARNING AND ALARM FUNCTION .................. 73
CHANGE SETTINGS FUNCTION ....................... 76
INTELLIGENT KEY REGISTRATION .................. 76
STEERING LOCK UNIT REGISTRATION .......... 77
CAN Communication System Description .............. 77
CAN Communication Unit ....................................... 77
Schematic ............................................................... 78
Wiring Diagram — I/KEY— .................................... 80
Terminals and Reference Value for Intelligent Key
Unit ......................................................................... 88
Terminals and Reference Value for Steering Lock Unit .......................................................................... 90
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM ................ 90
Diagnosis Procedure ............................................... 91
WORK FLOW ...................................................... 91
ENGINE START FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC
PROCEDURE ...................................................... 92
CONSULT-II Functions (INTELLIGENT KEY) ......... 93
CONSULT-II Inspection Procedure ......................... 93
BASIC OPERATION ............................................ 93
CONSULT-II Application Items ................................ 93
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS ........................... 93
DATA MONITOR .................................................. 93
WORK SUPPORT ............................................... 94
ACTIVE TEST ...................................................... 95
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart ......................... 96
ALL FUNCTIONS OF THE INTELLIGENT KEY
ARE NOT OPERATING ....................................... 96
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY FUNCTION MAL-
FUNCTION .......................................................... 96
DOOR LOCK FUNCTION MALFUNCTION ......... 97
TRUNK OPEN FUNCTION MALFUNCTION ....... 97
HAZARD REMINDER FUNCTION MALFUNC-
TION .................................................................... 98
ENGINE START FUNCTION MALFUNCTION .... 98
WARNING CHIME FUNCTION MALFUNCTION ... 99
Check CAN Communication System ....................100
Check Intelligent Key Unit Power Supply and
Ground Circuit .......................................................100
Check Key Switch (Intelligent Key Unit Input) .......101
Check Key Switch (BCM Input) .............................102
Check Ignition knob Switch ...................................103
Check Door Switch ...............................................105
CHECK DOOR SWITCH (EXCEPT TRUNK
ROOM LAMP SWITCH) .....................................105
CHECK TRUNK ROOM LAMP SWITCH ...........107
Check Door Request Switch .................................109
Check Intelligent Key Warning Buzzer .................. 111
Check Outside Key Antenna .................................112
Check Inside Key Antenna ....................................114
Check Steering Lock Unit ......................................115
Check Headlamp Function ....................................117
Removal and Installation of Intelligent Key Unit ....117
REMOVAL ..........................................................117
INSTALLATION ..................................................117
Intelligent Key Battery Replacement .....................117
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF INTELLI-
GENT KEY .........................................................117
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY INSPECTION ...118
DOOR ......................................................................119
Fitting Adjustment .................................................119
FRONT DOOR ...................................................119
REAR DOOR .....................................................119
STRIKER ADJUSTMENT ..................................120
Removal and Installation of Front Door ................120
REMOVAL ..........................................................120
INSTALLATION ..................................................120
Removal and Installation of Rear Door .................120
REMOVAL ..........................................................121
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INSTALLATION ................................................. 121
Removal and Installation of Door Weatherstrip .... 121
REMOVAL ......................................................... 121
INSTALLATION ................................................. 122
FRONT DOOR LOCK ............................................. 123
Component Structure ........................................... 123
Removal and Installation ...................................... 123
REMOVAL ......................................................... 123
INSTALLATION ................................................. 126
Disassembly and Assembly ................................. 126
DOOR KEY CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ................ 126
OUTSIDE HANDLE ........................................... 127
REAR DOOR LOCK ............................................... 128
Component Structure ........................................... 128
Removal and Installation ...................................... 128
REMOVAL ......................................................... 128
INSTALLATION ................................................. 130
TRUNK LID ............................................................. 131
Fitting Adjustment ................................................ 131
LONGITUDINAL AND LATERAL CLEARANCE
ADJUSTMENT .................................................. 131
SURFACE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ................. 131
Removal and Installation of Trunk Lid Assembly . 132
REMOVAL ......................................................... 132
INSTALLATION ................................................. 133
Trunk Lid Stay Removal and Installation .............. 133
REMOVAL ......................................................... 133
INSTALLATION ................................................. 133
Removal and Installation of Trunk Lid Lock ......... 134
REMOVAL ......................................................... 134
INSTALLATION ................................................. 134
Trunk Lid Striker Removal and Installation ........... 134
REMOVAL ......................................................... 134
INSTALLATION ................................................. 134
Removal and Installation of Trunk Lid Weatherstrip . 135
REMOVAL ......................................................... 135
INSTALLATION ................................................. 135
TRUNK LID OPENER ............................................. 136
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location . 136
System Description .............................................. 136
TRUNK LID OPENER OPERATION ................. 136Wiring Diagram — TLID — ...................................137
Terminal and Reference Value for BCM ...............138
CONSULT-II Function (BCM) ...............................138
CONSULT-II STRAT PROCEDURE ..................138
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEMS ..................138
NATS(NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM) .................139
Component Parts and Harness Connector Location .139
System Description ...............................................140
DESCRIPTION ..................................................140
SECURITY INDICATOR ....................................141
System Composition .............................................141
ECM Re-Communicating Function .......................142
Wiring Diagram – NATS – ....................................143
MODELS WITH INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM . 143
MODELS WITHOUT INTELLIGENT KEY SYS-
TEM ...................................................................145
Terminals and Reference Value for Steering Lock
Unit/with Intelligent Key System ...........................146
Terminals and Reference Value for Intelligent Key
Unit/with Intelligent Key System ...........................146
Terminals and Reference Value for BCM .............147
CONSULT-II ..........................................................148
CONSULT-II INSPECTION PROCEDURE ........148
CONSULT-II DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE FUNC-
TION ..................................................................149
HOW TO READ SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS .149
NATS SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT ITEM
CHART ..............................................................149
Diagnosis Procedure ............................................151
WORK FLOW ....................................................151
Trouble Diagnosis Symptom Chart .......................152
Security Indicator Inspection ................................152
Diagnostic Procedure 1 ........................................153
Diagnostic Procedure 2 ........................................154
Diagnostic Procedure 3 ........................................155
Diagnostic Procedure 4 ........................................156
Diagnostic Procedure 5 ........................................157
Diagnostic Procedure 6 ........................................159
Removal and Installation NATS Antenna Amp. ....160
REMOVAL .........................................................160
INSTALLATION .................................................160
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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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Work FlowBIS000VM
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 toBL-11, "
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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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
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
(Engine Ear or 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 BL-9, "
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 are 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.
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)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)
80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30 × 50 mm (1.18 × 1.97 in)