NISSAN TEANA 2014 Service Manual

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES
If possible, drive the vehicle with the customer until the noise is duplicated. Note any additional information on
the Diagnostic Worksheet regarding the conditions or lo cation of the noise. This information can be used to
duplicate the same conditions when you confirm the repair.
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 CVT and 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 v ehicle slowly on an undulating or rough road to stress the
vehicle body.
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, chec k ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom.
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follo w 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 pi npoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Chassis Ear: J-39570, Engine Ear: J-39565 and mechanic's 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 fasteners 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 INT-10, "Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting"
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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 loos ening and retightening the component, if possible.
- insulate components with a suitable insulator such as urethane pads, foam blocks, felt cloth tape or urethane
tape. A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-50397) is av ailable through your authorized NISSAN Parts Depart-
ment.
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 materials contained in the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-50397) are listed on the inside cover of the
kit; and can each be ordered seperately as needed.
• The following materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles.
- SILICONE GREASE: Use instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or does not fit. The silicone grease 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.
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Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between:
1. Cluster lid A and the instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar finisher
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel 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 noi se. Most of these incidents can be repaired by apply-
ing felt cloth tape or silicone 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 ra ttle. 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. Shift selector 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 pr ocedures 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 wh ile driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate
many of these incidents. You can usually insulate the ar eas with felt cloth tape or insulator foam blocks from
the NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit (J-50397) to repair the noise.
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 bumpers 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, se curing 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.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the cons ole panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the c onsole at the clip locations until the clips engage.
In addition look for:
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1. Loose harness or harness connectors.
2. Front console map/reading lamp lens loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the pos ition the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when
the noise is present. These conditions should be dupl icated 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 thes e 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 underhood noise include:
1. Any component installed to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator installation 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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FRONT DOOR FINISHER
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LH side shown; RH side similar.
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the inside door handle escutcheon.
a. Release the inside door handle escutcheon by pushing down on the pawl shown with a suitable tool.
: Pawl
1. Front door finisher 2. Front door finisher bracket 3. Main power window and door lock/ unlock switch finisher
4. Inside door handle escutcheon 5. Front door pull handle outer finisher 6. Front door pull handle inner finisher
7. Door mirror remote control switch 8. Inside door handle finisher Front
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b. Remove the inside door handle escutcheon by sliding theremaining pawls forward out of the inside door handle cap inser-
tion point (A).
: Pawl
: Front
CAUTION:
Do not reuse inside door handle escutcheon. Replace with
new part after removal.
2. Remove the inside door handle bolt (A).
3. Remove the main power window and door lock/unlock switch (LH). Refer to PWC-142, "Removal and
Installation".
4. Remove the power window and door lock/unlock switch (RH). Refer to PWC-143, "Removal and Installa-
tion".
5. Remove the armrest cover bolt (A).
6. Remove the front door pull handle bolt (A).
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7. Release the front door finisher clips and pawls using a suitable tool.
: Clip
: Pawl
8. Disconnect the door lock/unlock and inside door handle cable from the front door finisher.
9. Disconnect the harness connector from the front door finisher.
10. Release the inside door handle finisher using a suitable tool.
11. Remove the front door finisher.
12. Remove the inside door handle screws, release the pawls and remove the inside door handle (if neces- sary).
13. Remove the screws and the inside door handle finisher (if necessary).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse inside door handle escutche on. Replace with new part after removal.
• Visually check the clips and pawls for deformation and damage during installation. Replace with new
ones if necessary.
• When installing the front door finisher, check th at the clips and pawls are securely placed in the
body panel holes.
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REAR DOOR FINISHER
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REMOVAL
1. Remove the inside door handle escutcheon.
a. Release the inside door handle escutcheon by pushing down on the pawl shown with a suitable tool.
: Pawl
b. Remove the inside door handle escutcheon by sliding the remaining pawls forward out of the inside door handle cap inser-
tion point (A).
: Pawl
: Front
CAUTION:
Do not reuse inside door handle escutcheon. Replace with
new part after removal.
1. Rear door finisher 2. Rear door upper finisher 3. Rear door finisher bracket
4. Rear power window switch finisher 5. Inside door handle escutcheon 6. Inside door handle
7. Rear door tray escutcheon 8. Rear door tray Front
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2. Remove the inside door handle bolt (A).
3. Remove the rear door tray escutcheon using a suitable tool.
4. Remove the rear door tray bolt (A).
5. Remove the rear power window switch finisher. Refer to PWC-144, "Removal and Installation"
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6. Release the rear door finisher clips and pawls using a suitable tool.
: Clip
: Pawl
7. Disconnect the door lock/unlock and inside door handle cable from the rear door finisher.
8. Disconnect the harness connectors from the rear door finisher.
9. Remove the rear door finisher.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse inside door handle escutche on. Replace with new part after removal.
• Visually check the clips and pawls for deformation and damage during installation. Replace with new
ones if necessary.
• When installing the rear door fi nisher, check that the clips and pa wls are securely placed in the body
panel holes.
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