INSTRUMENT PANEL

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INSTRUMENT PANEL
SECTION IP B

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 2 TRUNK .................................................................. 6 F
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System SUNROOF/HEADLINING ..................................... 6
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- OVERHEAD CONSOLE (FRONT AND REAR)..... 6
SIONER” .................................................................. 2 SEATS ................................................................... 7 G
Precautions for SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT UNDERHOOD ....................................................... 7
PRE-TENSIONER” Service ..................................... 2 Diagnostic Worksheet ............................................... 8
PREPARATION ........................................................... 3 INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY ......................... 10
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Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 3 Removal and Installation ........................................ 10
SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES..... 4 INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................................ 10
Work Flow ................................................................ 4 CLUSTER LID C ................................................. 11
CUSTOMER INTERVIEW ..................................... 4 CLUSTER LID D ................................................. 12 IP
DUPLICATE THE NOISE AND TEST DRIVE ....... 5 LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL LH ..................... 13
CHECK RELATED SERVICE BULLETINS ........... 5 COMBINATION METER ...................................... 13
LOCATE THE NOISE AND IDENTIFY THE A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T) .......................... 14 J
ROOT CAUSE ...................................................... 5 CONSOLE BOOT M/T ........................................ 14
REPAIR THE CAUSE ........................................... 5 LOWER INSTRUMENTPANELRH AND GLOVE
CONFIRM THE REPAIR ....................................... 5 BOX ..................................................................... 15
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Generic Squeak and Rattle Troubleshooting ........... 5 CENTER CONSOLE ........................................... 16
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 5 Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 17
CENTER CONSOLE ............................................. 6 CENTER CONSOLE ........................................... 17
DOORS ................................................................. 6 L

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PRECAUTIONS PFP:00001

Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER” BIS0008O

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. Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of
this Service Manual.
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 SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER” Service
BIS0008P

● Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS circuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
● Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery cables and wait at least 3 min-
utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the cables are removed, it is still possible for the air bag and seat belt
pre-tensioner to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
● The air bag diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow marks “⇐” pointing toward the
front of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check the air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformi-
ties or rust before installation and replace as required.
● The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to
turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
● Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad
side facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing
down.
● Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
● After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.

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PREPARATION PFP:00002
A
Commercial Service Tools BIS0008Q

Tool name Description

B
Engine ear Locating the noise

SIIA0995E D
Power Tool Loosening bolts and nuts

F
PBIC0191E

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SQUEAK AND RATTLE TROUBLE DIAGNOSES PFP:00000

Work Flow BIS0008R

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 IP-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
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1. Narrow down the noise to a general area.To help pinpoint the source of the noise, use a listening tool
(Engine Ear and mechanic's stethoscope).
2. Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by:
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● 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.
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● 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 IP-5, "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.
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.
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 BIS0008S

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

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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.
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, securing 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 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.
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.

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SEATS
When isolating seat noise it's important to note the position the seat is in and the load placed on the seat when A
the noise is present. These conditions should be duplicated when verifying and isolating the cause of the
noise.
Cause of seat noise include: B
1. Headrest rods and holder
2. A squeak between the seat pad cushion and frame
3. The rear seatback lock and bracket C
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 contact area. D
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. E
Causes of transmitted underhood noise include:
1. Any component mounted to the engine wall
2. Components that pass through the engine wall F
3. Engine wall mounts and connectors
4. Loose radiator mounting pins
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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 H
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 BIS0008T

LIWA0276E

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INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY PFP:68200

Removal and Installation BIS0008U

INSTRUMENT PANEL
Removal

MIIB9077E

1. Display unit bracket RH/LH 2. Cluster lid A 3. Front passenger air bag module
4. Speaker grille RH/LH 5. Instrument panel 6. Instrument side finisher
7. Side ventilator grille RH/LH 8. Upper glove box 9. Upper glove box door
10. Lower glove box damper assembly 11. Lower instrument panel RH 12. Fuse block cover
13. Lower glove box assembly 14. Lower glove box latch assembly 15. Cluster lid D
16. Audio unit 17. NAVI/Audio control panel 18. NAVI control unit
19. Display unit 20. Storage tray 21. Cluster lid C
22. Center ventilator grille RH/LH 23. Steering column cover (lower) 24. Steering column cover (upper)

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25. Steering lock escutcheon 26. Combination meter 27. GPS antenna
28. Lower instrument panel LH 29. Instrument inner cover protector 30. Optical sensor A

1. Remove the center console. Refer to IP-16, "CENTER CONSOLE" .

2. Remove the combination meter. Refer to DI-29, "Removal and Installation of Combination Meter" . B
3. Remove the optical sensor support, then release, optical sensor from support. Refer to LT-95, "Removal
and Installation of Light and Rain Sensor" .
4. Remove the LH and RH front pillar upper finisher. Refer to EI-30, "FRONT PILLAR UPPER FINISHER" C
garnish.
5. Remove cluster lid C.
6. Remove cluster lid D. Refer to IP-12, "CLUSTER LID D" . D
7. Remove screws, fixing GPS antenna, then move GPS antenna.
8. Remove screws fixing, display unit bracket, then remove navi display assembly. With NAVI
9. Remove screws fixing, audio unit bracket, then remove audio unit assembly. E
10. Remove the passenger air bag module. Refer to SRS-43, "FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG MODULE" .
11. Remove instrument panel.
● Disconnect harnesses to instrument panel speakers LH and RH and remove speakers.
F
● Disconnect all remaining harnesses.

Installation G
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CLUSTER LID C
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Removal - without NAVI

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M
MIIB9078E

1. Liner 2. Storage tray 3. Cluster lid C

4. Instrument panel

1. Remove A/T control finisher, or console boot M/T. Refer to IP-14, "A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T)" or IP-
14, "CONSOLE BOOT M/T" .
2. Remove storage tray assembly, then remove cluster lid C screw.
3. Pull cluster lid C rearward to release clips.
4. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove cluster lid C.
Installation - without NAVI
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Removal - with NAVI

MIIB9079E

1. Instrument panel 2. Cluster lid C

1. Remove A/T control finisher, or console boot M/T. Refer to IP-14, "A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T)" , or
Refer to IP-14, "CONSOLE BOOT M/T" .
2. Pull cluster lid C rearward to release clips.
3. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove cluster lid C.
Installation - with NAVI
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CLUSTER LID D
Removal

MIIB9080E

1. Cluster lid D 2. Screws

1. Remove A/T control finisher, or console boot M/T. Refer to IP-14, "A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T)" or IP-
14, "CONSOLE BOOT M/T" .
2. Remove lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-13, "LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL LH" .
3. Remove lower instrument panel RH, and glove box. Refer to IP-15, "LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL RH
AND GLOVE BOX" .
4. Remove cluster lid C. Refer to IP-11, "CLUSTER LID C" .
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors and remove cluster lid D.

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Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal. A

LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL LH

Removal B
1. Remove lower dash side finisher. Refer to EI-30, "Removal" .
2. Remove front pillar finisher. Refer to EI-30, "Removal" .
3. Remove screws using power tool, and remove lower instrument C
panel LH.
4. Pull rearward to release clips, disconnect connectors, and
remove lower instrument panel LH. D

MIIB9081E F
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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COMBINATION METER
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to IP-2, "Precautions for SRS “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT H
PRE-TENSIONER” Service" .
2. Remove the lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-13, "LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL LH" .
3. Remove front upper pillar finisher. Refer to EI-30, "FRONT PILLAR UPPER FINISHER" . IP
4. Remove Instrument side finisher.
5. Remove screws fixing steering column covers, then remove steering cover, upper and lower.
6. Remove screws fixing cluster lid A, then remove cluster lid A. J
7. Remove screws and remove the combination meter assembly.
● Disconnect electrical connectors.
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MIIB9082E

1. Combination meter 2. Screws 3. Cluster lid A

4. Ignition key lamp assembly 5. Steering lock escutcheon 6. Screw

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T)

1. Remove cup holder finisher.
2. Remove finisher, from A/T control finisher.
3. Pull up to release clips and remove the A/T control finisher.
● Disconnect harnesses.

MIIB9116E

1. Cluster lid D 2. A/T control finisher (A/T) 3. Center console finisher

4. Center console front base 5. Console boot (M/T)

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CONSOLE BOOT M/T
1. Remove cup holder finisher.
2. Remove control lever knob.
3. Pull up to release clips and remove console boot.
● Disconnect harnesses.

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL RH AND GLOVE BOX

Removal - lower glove box A

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MIIB9111E

1. Glove box upper 2. Glove box upper door 3. Lower instrument panel RH K
4. Fuse block cover 5. Glove box lower latch cover 6. Glove box lower
7. Glove box lower latch assembly 8. Damper hook 9. Glove box lower damper
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1. Remove lower glove box lower screws.
2. Remove lower dash side finisher. Refer to EI-30, "Removal" .
3. Remove lower front pillar finisher. Refer to EI-30, "Removal" . M
4. Remove lower glove box side screw.
5. Remove lower glove box upper screws, then remove lower instrument panel RH and glove box (lower) as
an assembly.
6. Using power tool, remove screws and lower glove box latch cover.
7. Remove latch screws and latch.
8. Remove screws and glove box damper.
Installation - lower glove box
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Upper glove box assembly must be installed prior to lower glove box assembly.
Removal - upper glove box
1. Remove lower glove box assembly. Refer to IP-15, "LOWER INSTRUMENT PANEL RH AND GLOVE
BOX" .
2. Remove screws and upper glove box assembly.

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Installation - upper glove box

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
CENTER CONSOLE

MIIB9112E

1. Remove cup holder finisher.

2. Remove A/T control finisher. Refer to IP-14, "A/T CONTROL FINISHER (A/T)" .
3. Remove center console screws.
4. Disconnect electrical connectors and remove center console.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

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Disassembly and Assembly BIS0008V

CENTER CONSOLE A

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MIIB9113E

1. Cup holder assembly 2. Ash tray 3. Center console bin and reinforcement K
4. Center console lid 5. Hinge 6. Ventilator assembly
7. Rear cup holder assembly 8. Rear finisher assembly 9. Bracket wire harness
10. Bracket DVD 11. Console assembly rear base 12. Bracket L
13. Center console finisher 14. Console assembly front base 15. A/T finisher
16. A/T control finisher (A/T) 17. Console boot (M/T) 18. Switch assembly
19. Switch finisher 20. CD changer door 21. Console bin M
22. Center console duct 23. Rear console duct 24. Switch

Disassembly
1. Remove the center console. Refer to IP-16, "CENTER CONSOLE" .
2. Remove front cup holder insert and assembly.
3. Remove latch from console lid.
4. Remove hinge from console lid. Remove console lid.
5. Remove console bin and reinforcement assembly.
● Disconnect electrical harness from DVD player, if equipped.

6. Remove rear finisher assembly.

7. Remove rear cup holder assembly.
8. Remove ash tray.
9. Remove console bracket.
10. Remove wire harness bracket.

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Assembly
Assembly is in the reverse order of disassembly.

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