IP-14, "Removal and Installation"
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1. Revision August 2012 IP 19 2013 Maxima GLOVE BOX ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt GLOVE BOX ASSEMBLY Removal and Installation REMOVAL 1 Using a suitable tool gently remove the instrument panel side finisher RH 2 Open the glove box door and then remove the glove box assem bly screws A ALJIA0337ZZ 3 Remove the glove box assembly lower screws A 4 Disconnect the harness connectors then remove the glove box assembly 1 ALJIA0338ZZ INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 20 2013 Maxima CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY lt UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY gt UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY Ex O d e d VI ew INFOID 0000000008637906 SEC 969 AWJIA054222 1 Center console side finisher LH 2 Center console finisher 3 CVT finisher Center console storage bin 5 Center console screw cover LH 6 Center console rear finisher Center console screw cover RH 8 Center console 9 Center console lid assembly 10 Cup holder 11 Center console side finisher RH lt a Vehicle front Clip Metal clip e Pawl Disassembly and Assembly INFOID 0000000008637907 DISASSEMBLY 1 Remove the center console assembly Refer to 11 Removal and Installation 2 Remove the power sockets Refer to PWO 7 Removal and Installation 3 Remove the center console finisher switches if equipped then detach the harness2. Bose audio with the Bose audio unit Refer to AV 334 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY or AV 508 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY W NAVI Installation Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 17 INFOID 0000000008637902 mm ALNIA115222 ALJIA034022 2013 Maxima CLUSTER LID D lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt CLUSTER LID D Removal and Installation INFOID 0000000008637903 REMOVAL 1 Release the metal clips using a suitable tool then position clus ter lid D 1 aside 2 Disconnect the harness connectors then remove cluster lid D 1 it Metal clip mim Citta Li AWJIA05482ZZ INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 18 2013 Maxima INSTRUMENT LOWER PANEL LH lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt INSTRUMENT LOWER PANEL LH Removal and Installation INFOID 0000000008637904 REMOVAL 1 Using a suitable tool gently remove the instrument side finisher LH 1 ALJIA033522Z 2 Remove the instrument lower panel LH 1 Open the fuse block cover and remove the instrument lower ST 49 panel screw 2 9 IIO b Disconnect the harness connectors and aspirator hose of c Remove the instrument lower panel LH 1 ALJIA033622 INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal
3. A 23 Cluster lid C with color display 24 Cluster lid C lower finisher with monochrome display 25 Cluster lid C with monochrome dis 26 Glove box assembly 27 Instrument side finisher RH play 28 Tweeter speaker grille RH 29 Front defroster grille RH Clip Metal clip Removal and Installation INFOID 0000000008637897 CAUTION Be careful not to scratch instrument panel pad and other parts Before servicing turn ignition switch OFF disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least three minutes REMOVAL 1 Disconnect the negative and positive battery terminals then wait at least three minutes Refer to PG 67 Removal and Installation Battery 2 Remove the steering wheel Refer to ST 17 Removal and Installation 3 Using a suitable tool gently remove both instrument panel side finishers 1 ALJIA033522 Remove the instrument lower panel LH 1 Refer to IP 19 Removal and Installation Remove the steering column covers Refer to P 13 Removal and Installation Remove cluster lid A Refer to IP 16 Removal and Installation Remove the combination meter Refer to MWI 121 Removal and Installation Remove the glove box assembly Refer to 20 Removal and Installation 9 Remove the front passenger air bag module Refer to SR 9 Removal and Installation 10 Remove cluster lid D Refer to IP 18 Removal and Installation 11 Remove cluster lid C Refer to IP 17 Removal
4. and Installation 12 Remove the display screen Refer to AV 72 Removal and Installation BASE AUDIO AV 170 Removal and Installation BOSE W MONOCHROME DISPLAY AV 337 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY or AV 508 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY W NAVI 13 Remove the front pillar finishers LH RH Refer to INT 24 Removal and Installation po Ow o Ow Revision August 2012 IP 11 2013 Maxima INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt 14 Remove the center console side finishers LH RH Refer to 14 Exploded View 15 Remove both tweeter speaker grilles and disconnect the harness connectors 16 Remove the tweeter speakers LH RH Refer to AV 73 Removal and Installation BASE AUDIO AV 173 Removal and Installation BOSE W MONOCHROME DISPLAY AV 343 Removal and Installa tion BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY or AV 514 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY W NAVI 17 Remove the center speaker if equipped Refer to AV 172 Removal and Installation BOSE W MONO CHROME DISPLAY AV 342 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY or AV 513 Removal and Installation BOSE W COLOR DISPLAY W NAVI 18 Remove the remaining instrument panel screws A ALJIA034222 19 Disconnect the audio harness connectors located near the RH A pillar 20 Lift the instrument panel high enoug
5. clips and remove the center console harness Remove the cup holder screws and then remove the cup holder assembly Remove the center console storage bin screws and then remove the center console storage bin Remove the center console rear finisher Remove the center console lid assembly screws and remove the center console lid assembly ASSEMBLY Assembly is in the reverse order of disassembly 21 oo ow Revision August 2012 IP 21 2013 Maxima
6. BLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt UHMW TEFLON TAPE Insulates where slight movement is present Ideal for instrument panel applications SILICONE GREASE Used instead of UHMW tape that will be visible or not fit Note 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 Troubleshooting INFOID 0000000008860554 Refer to Table of Contents for specific component removal and installation information INSTRUMENT PANEL Most incidents are caused by contact and movement between 1 Cluster lid A and the instrument panel Acrylic lens and combination meter housing Instrument panel to front pillar finisher Instrument panel to windshield Instrument panel pins Wiring harnesses behind the combination meter 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 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 sq
7. BODY INTERIOR SECTION INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTENTS SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS 2 STEERING COLUMN COVERS 13 Removal and Installation 13 SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAG NOSES ee 2 CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY 14 Work FIOW sii en uo oa ues ei dodi pvo dts 2 2 2 EXploaed VIEW iei tei Im Ir HR RR SEDI Rides 14 Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting 4 Removal and Installation 14 Diagnostic Worksheet 6 i PRECAUTION f L ermee eeann nananana 8 Removal and Installation 16 222022200 CLUSTER LID 1 eee 17 Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Removal and Installation 17 SRS ous BAG and SEAT BELT PRE TEN CLUSTER LID D esese SIONE R cea ee ea ae en eee ee 8 eee ancl n 8 PREPARATION eee ciini bM 19 emoval and Installation 19 PREPARATION M 9 GLOVE BOX ASSEMBLY Le 20 Special Service fool TENE 9 Remo
8. E DOES THE NOISE COME FROM circle the area of the vehicle The illustrations are for reference only and may not reflect the actual configuration of your vehicle SE FERL aa Ta Continue to page 2 of the worksheet and briefly describe the location of the noise or rattle In addition please indicate the conditions which are present when the noise occurs LAIA0072E Revision August 2012 IP 6 2013 Maxima SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt SQUEAK amp RATTLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET page 2 Briefly describe the location where the noise occurs Il WHEN DOES IT OCCUR please check the boxes that apply Anytime LI After sitting out in the rain 1st time in the morning When it is raining or wet Only when it is cold outside O Dry or dusty conditions Only when it is hot outside Other Ill WHEN DRIVING IV WHAT TYPE OF NOISE LJ Through driveways Squeak like tennis shoes on a clean floor LJ L Over rough roads Creak like walking on an old wooden floor LC Over speed bumps Rattle like shaking a baby rattle Onlyabout mph LJ Knock like a knock at the door LJ On acceleration Tick like a clock second hand Thump heavy muffled knock noise Buzz like a bumble bee Coming to a stop LJ On turns left right or either circle LI with passengers or cargo Other LI After driving m
9. OVAL 1 Using a suitable tool gently remove the instrument side finisher LH 1 ALJIA0335ZZ 2 Remove the instrument lower panel LH 1 Open the fuse block cover and remove the instrument lower b 255 S Ne panel screw A Ay JS Disconnect the harness connectors and aspirator hose 57 Remove the instrument lower panel LH 1 Tel ALJIA03362Z 3 Remove cluster lid A screws release the metal clips and remove cluster lid A INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 16 2013 Maxima CLUSTER LID C lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt CLUSTER LID C Removal and Installation CLUSTER LID C NOTE The cluster lid C lower finisher is only used in vehicles equipped with monochrome display unit Removal With Monochrome Display 1 Release the clips and pawls and remove cluster lid C lower fin isher 1 Clip gt Pawl Remove cluster lid C base audio with the base audio unit Refer to AV 70 Removal and Installation BASE AUDIO or AV 168 Removal and Installation BOSE W MONOCHROME DISPLAY Installation Installation is in the reverse order of removal Removal With Color Display 1 2 3 Remove cluster lid D Refer to 18 Removal and Installation Remove the screws A and reposition cluster lid C 1 to access the harness connectors Disconnect the harness connectors and the remove cluster lid C
10. TINS 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 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 8 Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting REPAIR THE CAUSE e f the cause is a loose component tighten the component securely e f the cause is insufficient clearance between components separate components by
11. evel 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 Revision August 2012 2 2013 SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt 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 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 e f 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 BULLE
12. finisher LH 2 Center console finisher 3 CVT finisher 4 Center console storage bin 5 Center console screw cover LH 6 Center console rear finisher 7 Center console screw cover RH 8 Center console 9 Center console lid assembly 10 Cup holder 11 Center console side finisher RH lt lt Vehicle front Clip Metal clip a Pawl Removal and Installation INFOID 0000000008637900 REMOVAL CAUTION Be careful not to scratch center console finishers and other parts 1 Remove the center console side finishers LH RH 2 Disconnect the center console harness connectors A ALJIA03442Z Revision August 2012 IP 14 2013 Maxima CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt 3 Remove the CVT shift selector handle Refer to M 168 Removal and Installation 4 Remove the CVT finisher using a suitable tool and while disconnecting necessary connectors 5 Remove the center console screws A ALJIA034522Z 6 Position the front seats forward LH RH 7 Remove the center console screw covers LH RH and the rear center console screw A from each side of the rear of the center console assembly 1 8 Remove the center console assembly 1 ALJIA034622 INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 15 2013 Maxima CLUSTER LID A lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt CLUSTER LID A Re sta ati O n INFOID 0000000008637901 REM
13. h in order to disconnect the harness clip attached to the air duct and all the necessary harness connectors then remove the instrument panel INSTALLATION Installation is in the reverse order of removal e If replacing the instrument panel transfer all the necessary parts to the new instrument panel Revision August 2012 IP 12 2013 Maxima STEERING COLUMN COVERS lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt STEERING COLUMN COVERS Removal and Installation 0 MANUAL TILT Removal 1 Remove the steering column cover screw finishers 1 and then remove the screws 2 Remove the steering column upper cover 2 3 Remove the steering column lower cover screw and then remove the steering column lower cover 3 Installation Installation is in the reverse order of removal POWER TILT Removal 1 Remove the steering column screw cover finishers 1 and then remove the screws Remove the steering column upper cover 2 Remove the steering column side cover LH 4 Remove the steering column side cover RH 3 Remove the screws and then remove the steering column lower cover 5 Ct ow oo 259 ALJIA04552Z Installation Installation is in the reverse order of removal Revision August 2012 IP 13 2013 Maxima CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt CENTER CONSOLE ASSEMBLY E X O d VI ew INFOID 0000000008637899 SEC 969 AWJIA054222 1 Center console side
14. hed 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 oqueak Like tennis shoes on a clean floor oqueak 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 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 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 l
15. ilesor minutes TO BE COMPLETED BY DEALERSHIP PERSONNEL Test Drive Notes YES NO Initials of person performing Vehicle test driven with customer C C Noise verified on test drive Noise source located and repaired L O Follow up test drive performed to confirm repair L L VIN Customer Name Date This form must be attached to Work Order LAIA0071E Revision August 2012 IP 7 2013 Maxima PRECAUTIONS lt PRECAUTION gt PRECAUTION PRECAUTIONS Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System SRS BAG and SEAT BELT P R E 5 N E R INFOID 0000000008637892 The Supplemental Restraint System such as and SEAT BELT 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 i
16. l Service Tools Removing trim components INFOID 0000000008637895 Tool name Description Engine ear Locating the noise SIIA0995E Power tool Loosening nuts screws and bolts rd PIIB1407E Revision August 2012 IP 9 2013 Maxima INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY Exploded View INFOID 0000000008637896 SEC 680 ALJIA03282ZZ Revision August 2012 IP 10 2013 Maxima INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY lt REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION gt 1 Center speaker grille if equipped 2 Tweeter speaker grille LH 3 Front defroster grille LH 4 Instrument panel 5 Instrument side finisher LH 6 Lower knee protector LH 7 Instrument lower panel LH 8 Fuse block cover 9 Steering column lower cover power tilt 10 Steering column screw finisher LH 11 Steering column side cover LH pow 12 Steering column side cover RH power tilt er tilt power tilt 13 Steering column upper cover power 14 Steering column screw cover finisher 15 Combination meter tilt RH power tilt 16 Multifunction switch with color dis 17 Cluster lid D 18 Steering column upper cover manu play or A C switch assembly with al tilt monochrome display 19 Steering column lower cover manual 20 Steering column screw finisher LH 21 Steering column screw cover finisher tilt manual tilt RH manual tilt 22 Cluster lid
17. nflation 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 Precaution for Work 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 e 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 par
18. 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 urethane tape A NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit J 43980 is available through your authorized NISSAN Parts Depart ment CAUTION Do not use excessive force as many components are constructed of plastic and may be damaged 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 100x135 mm 3 94x5 31 in 76884 71L01 60x85 mm 2 36 3 35 in 76884 71L02 15x25 mm 0 59 0 98 in INSULATOR Foam blocks Insulates components from contact Can be used to fill space behind a panel 73982 9 000 45 mm 1 77 in thick 50x50 mm 1 97 1 97 in 73982 50Y00 10 mm 0 39 in thick 50x50 mm 1 97x1 97 in INSULATOR Light foam block 80845 71L00 30 mm 1 18 in thick 30x50 mm 1 18x1 97 in FELT CLOTH TAPE Used to insulate where movement does not occur Ideal for instrument panel applications 68370 4B000 15x25 mm 0 59x0 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 Revision August 2012 IP 3 2013 Maxima SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROU
19. tact 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 Any component installed to the engine wall Components that pass through the engine wall Engine wall mounts and connectors Loose radiator installation pins Hood bumpers out of adjustment 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 CeO IN Revision August 2012 IP 5 2013 Maxima SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt D 9 osti C Wo rks h eet INFOID 0000000008637891 Dear Customer We are concerned about your satisfaction with your vehicle Repairing a squeak or rattle sometimes can be very difficult To help us fix your vehicle right the first time please take a moment to note the area of the vehicle where the squeak or rattle occurs and under what conditions You may be asked to take a test drive with a service advisor or technician to ensure we confirm the noise you are hearing SQUEAK amp RATTLE DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET I WHER
20. 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 Frontor 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 console panel clips not being engaged correctly Most of these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage In addition look for 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 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 con
21. ts with a shop cloth and prevent them from being dropped Replace a deformed or damaged clip If a part is specified as 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 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 or gasoline For genuine leather seats use a genuine leather seat cleaner Revision August 2012 IP 8 2013 Maxima PREPARATION lt PREPARATION gt PREPARATION PREPARATION Special Service Tool INFOID 0000000008637894 The actual shapes of Kent Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here Tool number Kent Moore No Tool name J 39570 Chassis ear SIIA0993E Description Locating the noise J 43980 NISSAN Squeak and Rattle Kit SIIA0994E Repairing the cause of noise J 46534 Trim tool set AWJIA0483ZZ Commercia
22. ueak 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 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 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 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 ot a oS M Revision August 2012 IP 4 2013 Maxima SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt 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
23. val and Installation 20 Commercial Service Tools 9 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 07 INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY 10 5 222 ASSEMBLY Ex lade View io xplo sessi CM SD QW x JC EE Disassembly and Assembly 21 Removal and Installation 11 Revision August 2012 IP 1 2013 Maxima SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES lt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS gt SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES Wo rk F OW INFOID 0000000008637889 Sonim Rap OK Inspection End SBT842 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 6 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 accomplis
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