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CONTENTS
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................ 2 FRONT GRILLE ................................................ 20 F
Removal and Installation .........................................20
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System COWL TOP ....................................................... 21 G
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- Removal and Installation .........................................21
SIONER" ................................................................... 2
Service Notice ........................................................... 2 FRONT FENDER ............................................... 23
Removal and Installation .........................................23 H
Precaution for Work .................................................. 2
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 SR 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 performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR 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 har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Service Notice INFOID:0000000007306014
• When removing or installing various parts, place a cloth or padding on the vehicle body to prevent scratches.
• Handle trim, molding, instruments, grille, etc. carefully during removing or installing. Be careful not to soil 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 preven-
tion measures.
Precaution for Work INFOID:0000000007306015
• 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 component
with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.
• Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and prevent them from being dropped.
• 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 installation is complete, be sure to check that each part works properly.
• Follow the steps below to clean components.
- Water soluble dirt: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the dirty
area.
Then rub with a soft and dry cloth.
- Oily dirt: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%), and wipe
the dirty area.
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The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
SBT839
AWJIA0483ZZ
SBT840
SIIA0995E
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SBT842
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW H
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 EXT-9, "Diagnostic Worksheet". This information is necessary to duplicate the
conditions that exist when the noise occurs. I
• 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 J
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
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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 surfaces
= higher pitch noise/softer surfaces = lower pitch noises/edge to surface = chirping. L
• Creak—(Like walking on an old wooden floor)
Creak characteristics include firm contact/slow movement/twisting with a rotational movement/pitch depen-
dent on materials/often brought on by activity. M
• 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) N
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 O
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) P
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.
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE
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Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between: F
1. The cluster lid A and instrument panel
2. Acrylic lens and combination meter housing
3. Instrument panel to front pillar garnish G
4. Instrument panel to windshield
5. Instrument panel pins
6. Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter H
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- I
ing felt cloth tape or silicone spray (in hard to reach areas). Urethane pads can be used to insulate wiring har-
ness.
CAUTION: J
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 EXT
Components to pay attention to include:
1. Shift selector assembly cover to finisher
2. A/C control unit and cluster lid C L
3. Wiring harnesses behind audio and A/C control unit
The instrument panel repair and isolation procedures also apply to the center console.
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DOORS
Pay attention to the:
1. Finisher and inner panel making a slapping noise N
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 O
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. P
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
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LAIA0072E
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LAIA0071E
Replace any clips and fasteners which are damaged during removal or installation. B
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SIIA0315E
SIIA0316E
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SIIA0317E
ALJIA0564GB
STEEL BUMPER
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AWKIA1095GB
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1. Front bumper bracket RH 2. Front fascia finisher RH 3. Front bumper assembly
4. Front bumper opening finisher 5. Fog lamp opening finisher (if equipped) 6. Skid plate (with off-road package)
7. Access cover 8. Engine undercover (without off-road package) 9. Fog lamp assembly (if equipped) P
10. Front fascia finisher LH 11. Front bumper bracket stay LH 12. Front bumper bracket stay RH
13. Front bumper bracket LH
Removal
1. Remove the front grille. Refer to EXT-20.
2. Remove the engine undercover or skid plate.
AWKIA1327ZZ
Removal B
1. Remove the front grille. Refer to EXT-20.
2. Remove the skid plate or front engine undercover.
3. Remove the fog lamp (if equipped). Refer to EXL-143, "Removal and Installation". C
4. Partially remove the LH and RH front fender protectors. Refer to EXT-24, "Removal and Installation".
5. Remove the screws and fasteners and remove the plastic fascia assembly.
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6. Remove the fog lamp opening finisher (if equipped), from the plastic fascia assembly.
7. Remove the clips and energy absorber from the retainer bracket.
8. Remove the retainer bracket. E
9. Remove the front bumper brackets LH and RH.
10. Remove the front bumper stays LH and RH.
Installation F
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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AWKIA1535GB
1. Rear bumper reinforcement 2. Sonar sensor harness (if equipped) 3. Sonar sensor (if equipped)
4. License lamp harness 5. Upper step pad 6. License lamp clip
7. Carriage bolt 8. Rear bumper 9. Sonar sensor retainer (if equipped)
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the sonar sensor harness connector (if equipped). B
• Disconnect the sonar sensors from retainers.
2. Disconnect the license lamp harness.
3. Remove the clips from the license lamps and remove lamps. C
4. Release the clips and remove the upper step pads.
5. Remove the rear bumper reinforcement bolts and remove the rear bumper.
6. Disconnect the harness clips from the black steel bumper. D
7. Remove the sonar sensor retainers from the rear bumper (if equipped).
8. Remove the sonar sensors and harness from the rear bumper (if equipped).
• Disconnect the sonar sensors from harness. E
9. Remove the license lamp harness from the rear bumper.
INSTALLATION F
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Apply sealant to clips securing upper step pad during installation.
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WIIA0986E
REMOVAL
1. Release the plastic clips and remove the front grille.
2. Remove the LH and RH front bumper filler panels.
3. Remove the front emblem, if necessary.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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WIIA0987E
REMOVAL N
1. Remove the right and left wiper arms. Refer to WW-54, "Front Wiper Arms".
2. Remove the cowl top seal.
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• Release the plastics clips on the cowl top seal which go through the cowl tops LH and RH and cowl top
extension.
3. Remove the cowl top covers LH and RH.
• Release the plastic clips under cowl top covers attaching to grommets on hoodledge. P
• Disconnect the washer tubes from washer nozzles.
4. Remove the cowl top extension brackets LH and RH.
• Disconnect the wiper motor harness from cowl top extension bracket LH.
• Cowl top extension bracket LH must be removed prior to removal of the wiper motor and connecting rod
assembly.
5. Remove the wiper motor and connecting rod linkage. Refer to WW-55, "Wiper Motor and Linkage".
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AWKIA0019ZZ
1. Front fender LH shown 2. Front fender wheel opening finisher (if equipped) A. Clip C205 J
B. Screws
REMOVAL
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1. Remove the front mudguards (if equipped). Refer toEXT-27.
2. Remove the headlamps. Refer to EXL-140, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove the fender protector. Refer to EXT-24. L
4. Remove the hood stay. Refer to DLK-119, "Removal and Installation of Hood Lock Control".
5. Remove the front fender.
6. Remove the front fender wheel opening finisher screws, then remove the front fender wheel opening fin- M
isher, using a suitable tool (if equipped).
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. N
AWKIA1597ZZ
REMOVAL
1. Remove the front mudguard, if equipped. Refer to EXT-27.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Remove the plastic clips.
4. Remove the pushpins.
5. Remove the fender protector.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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WIIA0994E
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WIIA0995E
NOTE:
Crew Cab shown King Cab similar.
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WIIA0996E
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BIIA0118E
1. Front door side guard molding 2. Rear door side guard molding A. Double-faced adhesive tape application locations
Removal
CAUTION:
Never apply tack-paper adhesive remover to body panel surface finished with lacquer-based paints.
• Original side guard molding is affixed to the body panel with double-faced adhesive tape.
1. Heat the molding to between 30° and 40°C (86° to 104°F) with a heat gun.
2. Raise the end of the molding and cut away the tape to remove the molding. Remove all traces of tape.
Installation
• On the vehicles coated with Hard Clear Coat, use double-faced 3M adhesive tape Product No. 4210 or
equivalent, after priming with 3M primer Product No. N200, C-100 or equivalent.
• The repair parts are also affixed with double-faced adhesive tape.
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AWKIA1320ZZ
1. Tail gate protector (if equipped) 2. Tail gate cover plate 3. Tail gate top protector
4. Tail gate assembly
REMOVAL
1. Release clips and remove tail gate top protector.
2. Remove screws and remove tail gate protector (if equipped) and tail gate cover plate.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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WIIA0352E
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1. Surround assembly 2. Front outer bracket 3. Storage box
4. Door stay assembly 5. Bulb seal 6. Outer seal
7. Key cylinder lid assembly 8. Key cylinder 9. Storage box door O
10. Key cylinder retainer 11. Latch assembly 12. Inner door cover
13. Striker 14. Door seal 15. Shelf bin
16. Shelf bin mat 17. Rear outer bracket 18. Back stop P
REMOVAL
1. Remove rear mudguard (if equipped). Refer to EXT-27, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove bolts, release clips and remove storage box assembly.
3. Remove shelf bin and mat from storage box.
4. Remove storage box door from hinge.
• Remove door stay assembly.
Revision: August 2012 EXT-35 2012 Titan
STORAGE BOX
< REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
5. Remove inner door cover.
6. Remove nuts and remove latch assembly from door.
• Remove key cylinder.
7. Remove outer seal and key cylinder lid assembly from door.
8. Remove bulb seal and door seal from storage box.
9. Remove storage box from surround assembly.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.