I BODY

B
SECTION
SEAT C

E
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2 TRUNK .................................................................. 7 F
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 7
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)..... 7
SIONER” .................................................................. 2 SEATS ................................................................... 7 G
Precautions for Work ................................................ 2 UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 7
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3 Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................... 8
Special Service Tool ................................................. 3 FRONT SEAT ............................................................ 10
H
Commercial Service Tool ......................................... 3 Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES..... 4 REMOVAL ........................................................... 13
Work Flow ................................................................ 4 INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 4 Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 13 SE
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 5 SEATBACK TRIM AND PAD ............................... 13
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 5 REMOVAL OF SEATBACK ASSEMBLY ............ 14
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE INSTALLATION OF SEATBACK ASSEMBLY ... 14 J
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 5 SEAT CUSHION TRIM AND PAD ....................... 14
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 5 REAR SEAT .............................................................. 16
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 6 Removal and Installation ........................................ 16
K
Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 6 SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY .............................. 16
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 6 SEAT BACK ASSEMBLY .................................... 16
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 6 Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
DOORS ................................................................. 6 L

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PRECAUTIONS PFP:00001

Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER” EIS0069P

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 SRS 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 per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
● Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS 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
harness connectors.
Precautions for Work EIS0069Q

● 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 compo-
nent with a shop cloth or vinyl tape to protect it.
● Protect the removed parts with a shop cloth and keep them.
● 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 re-installation is completed, be sure to check that each part works normally.
● Follow the steps below to clean components.
– Water soluble foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water, and wring the water out of the cloth to wipe the
fouled area.
Then rub with a soft and dry cloth.
– Oily foul: Dip a soft cloth into lukewarm water with mild detergent (concentration: within 2 to 3%), and wipe
the fouled 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.

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PREPARATION PFP:00002
A
Special Service Tool EIS0069R

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number B
(Kent-Moore No.) Description
Tool name
— Locating the noise C
(J-39570)
Chassis ear

SIIA0993E
E

— Repairing the cause of noise F

(J-43980)
NISSAN Squeak and Rattle
Kit
G

SIIA0994E H

SE
Commercial Service Tool EIS0069S

(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool name
Description J

(J-39565) Locating the noise

Engine ear
K

L
SIIA0995E

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES PFP:00000

Work Flow EIS0069T

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 SE-8, "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 A
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- B
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. C
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 A/T model).
6) Raise the vehicle on a hoist and hit a tire with a rubber hammer. D
● 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. E
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS
After verifying the customer concern or symptom, check ASIST for Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) related
to that concern or symptom. F
If a TSB relates to the symptom, follow the procedure to repair the noise.
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE
G
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:
H
● 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 bro-
ken or lost during the repair, resulting in the creation of new noise.
SE
● 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 J
noise.
● placing a piece of paper between components that you suspect are causing the noise.
● looking for loose components and contact marks. K
Refer to SE-6, "Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting" .
REPAIR THE CAUSE L
● 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. M
– 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.
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)
INSULATOR (Light foam block)

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80845-71L00: 30 mm (1.18 in) thick, 30×50 mm (1.18×1.97 in)

FELT CLOTH TAPE
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 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 EIS0069U

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 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 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. A
In addition look for:
1. Trunk lid bumpers out of adjustment
2. Trunk lid striker out of adjustment B
3. The trunk lid torsion bars knocking together
4. A loose license plate or bracket
C
Most of these incidents can be repaired by adjusting, securing or insulating the item(s) or component(s) caus-
ing the noise.
SUNROOF/HEADLINING D
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 E
3. Front or rear windshield touching headliner 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. F
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)
Overhead console noises are often caused by the console panel clips not being engaged correctly. Most of
G
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.
H
2. Front console map/reading lamp lense loose.
3. Loose screws at console attachment points.
SEATS SE
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. J
Cause of seat noise include:
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame K
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 L
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 M
transmitted into the passenger compartment.
Causes of transmitted underhood 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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Diagnostic Worksheet EIS0069V

LIWA0276E

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SE

SBT844

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 FRONT SEAT

FRONT SEAT PFP:87000

Removal and Installation EIS006BA

Driver Seat

LIIA2105E

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1. Headrest 2. Seatback assembly with side air bag 3. Lumbar support lever
4. Seat cushion trim 5. Seat cushion pad 6. Seat cushion frame
A
7. Seat cushion inner finisher 8. Seat belt buckle 9. Driver seat slide assembly
10. Outer pedestal finisher 11. Seat cushion adjusting knobs 12. Seatback recline release handle
B
13. Seat cushion outer finisher 14. Leg cover 15. Seat cushion rear finisher
16. Seatback trim without side air bag 17. Seatback pad without side air bag 18. Seatback frame without side air bag
19. Seatback board 20. Headrest guide 21. Locking headrest guide
C

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Passenger Seat

LIIA2106E

1. Headrest 2. Seatback assembly with side air bag 3. Seat cushion assembly
4. Seat cushion outer finisher 5. Outer pedestal finisher 6. Manual seat frame slide assembly

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7. Seat cushion inner cover 8. Leg cover 9. Seatback recline release lever
10. Seat cushion rear finisher 11. Fold flat seat frame 12. Inboard reclining arm outer cover A
13. Inboard reclining arm inner cover 14. Outboard reclining arm inner cover 15. Outboard reclining arm outer cover
16. Fold flat seat frame slide assembly 17. Seatback pad without side air bag 18. Seatback frame without side air bag
19. Seatback fold flat release lever 20. Damper assembly 21. Front seatback lever B
assembly
22. Seatback trim 23. Seatback board 24. Locking headrest guide
25. Headrest guide 26. Seatback assembly without side air C
bag

REMOVAL D
When removing or installing the seat trim, handle it carefully to keep dirt out and avoid damage.
CAUTION:
● Before removing the front seat, turn the ignition switch off, disconnect both battery cables and E
wait at least 3 minutes.
● Do not drop, tilt, or bump the side air bag module while installing the seat. Always handle it with
care. F
● After front side air bag module inflates, front seatback assembly must be replaced.
● Front passenger seat is equipped with an Occupant Classification System sensor and control
module. Do not disassemble front passenger seat cushion assembly or remove the trim as this G
will affect the Occupant Classification System calibration.
● Always replace passenger seat cushion as an assembly.
1. Slide the seat until the four body mounting bolts are visible and a tool can be inserted. H
NOTE:
● If disassembling the seat after removal, set the front/rear cushion lifters to the top position.

2. Disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 minutes. SE

3. Disconnect the side air bag module harness connector.
4. Remove the four body mounting bolts.
5. Disconnect the power seat harness connectors and remove the seat from the vehicle. J
NOTE:
When removing and installing the seat, use shop cloths to protect the vehicle from damage.
K
INSTALLATION
● Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
Disassembly and Assembly EIS006BB
L
SEATBACK TRIM AND PAD
NOTE:
Only complete seatback assemblies can be replaced on vehicles equipped with side air bags. M
NOTE:
Be sure to set the front/rear cushion lifter to the top position.
1. Remove the seatback board from the back of the seatback.

PIIA0163E

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2. Remove the retainer.

SIIA0113E

3. Remove the headrest.

4. From inside of the seatback, squeeze the headrest holder tabs

at the base of the stay pipe and pull the up to remove.
NOTE:
Before installing the headrest holder, check its orientation (front/
rear and right/left).

LRS023

5. Remove the snap ring and the lumbar support lever knob.

PIIA1156E

6. Remove the seatback trim and pad assembly. Remove the hog ring to separate the seatback trim from the
pad.

REMOVAL OF SEATBACK ASSEMBLY

1. After completing the steps 1 and 2 of "Seatback Trim and Pad", remove the side air bag harness connec-
tor from the seat cushion.
2. Remove the mounting bolts (2 for each side) and seatback assembly.
INSTALLATION OF SEATBACK ASSEMBLY
● Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
SEAT CUSHION TRIM AND PAD
CAUTION:
● Front passenger seat is equipped with an Occupant Classification System sensor and control
module. Do not disassemble front passenger seat cushion assembly or remove the trim as this
will affect the Occupant Classification System calibration.
● Always replace passenger seat cushion as an assembly.
● When removed, the passenger seat cushion must always be placed pan side UP to prevent dam-
age.

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● During installation, the wire harness clips must be reinstalled in the holes they were originally in.
Do not add additional clips. A
● The Occupant Classification System control module can only be replaced as part of the seat cush-
ion assembly.
1. Remove the recline release lever. B
2. Remove four bolts and the seat cushion assembly.
● On the fold flat passenger seat it is necessary to unclip the
rear flap j-clip from the seat pan. C

SIIA0503E

F
3. On the drivers seat only, after removing the seat cushion trim and pad, remove the hog rings to separate
the trim cover from the pad.
G

SE

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REAR SEAT PFP:88300

Removal and Installation EIS006BC

SEAT CUSHION ASSEMBLY

Removal
1. Tilt seat cushion forward.
2. Lift cushion lock handles.
3. Remove seat cushion assembly

LIIA2107E

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
SEAT BACK ASSEMBLY
Removal
1. Remove the luggage floor storage tray. Refer to EI-35, "Removal and Installation" .
2. Tilt the seat cushion forward.
3. Remove the seat belt buckle bolt, seatback bolts and assembly.
Seatback bolts : 45 N·m (4.6 kg·m, 33 ft-lb)

LIIA2108E

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Disassembly and Assembly EIS006BD

A
LH

SE

WIIA0940E

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1. Seatback assembly 2. Tie down hook outboard 3. Tie down hook inboard
4. Seatback board 5. Seatback frame assembly 6. Headrest guide
7. Seat belt comfort guide 8. Locking headrest guide 9. Headrest
10. Seatback trim 11. Seat back pad 12. Inboard hinge cover
13. Inboard hinge bracket 14. Outboard hinge bracket 15. Outboard pivot cover
16. Seatback release strap 17. Seatback latch assembly 18. Seatback latch cover
19. Seatback striker 20. Seat cushion assembly 21. Seat cushion trim
22. Seat cushion pad 23. Rear seat assembly lock 24. Rear seat lock cover
25. Seat cushion frame assembly 26. Seat cushion pivot cover 27. Seat cushion pivot

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RH
A

SE

WIIA0861E

1. Seatback assembly 2. Tie down hook 3. Seatback board

4. Seatback frame assembly 5. Headrest 6. Headrest guide

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7. Locking headrest guide 8. Seatback striker 9. Seatback latch cover

10. Seatback release strap 11. Seatback latch assembly 12. Outboard hinge bracket
13. Outboard pivot cover 14. Inboard hinge bracket 15. Inboard hinge cover
16. Seatback trim 17. Seatback pad 18. Seat cushion assembly
19. Seat cushion trim 20. Seat cushion pad 21. Rear seat lock assembly
22. Rear seat lock cover 23. Seat cushion frame assembly 24. Seat cushion pivot cover
25. Seat cushion pivot

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