VARIOUS NISSAN; SERVICING RUN FLAT TIRES AND LOW PROFILE TIRES EQUIPPED WITH TPMS SENSORS
When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires:
Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage.
Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when improperly dismounting and mounting tires.
TPMS sensors becoming damaged during mounting or dismounting tires are not covered under warranty.
To avoid such damage, ensure that the tire changer being used and the operator of the tire changer are capable of servicing run flat and low profile tires.
VARIOUS NISSAN MODLES; PRECAUTIONS FOR CLEANING PAINTED ALLOY WHEELS
The appearance of painted alloy wheels can be damaged if acidic cleaners are used.
ALL NISSAN MODELS; DIAGNOSIS OF POOR ACCELERATION OR LACK OF POWER
If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair:
Check for stored DTCs.
Check if the driver is resting their left foot on the brake pedal while accelerating. Advise the customer not to rest their foot on the brake while accelerating.
Use CONSULT-III plus in Engine Data Monitor to check operation of the brake lamp circuit signal. Monitor the brake switch during the incident; it should be “OFF”.
ALL NISSAN MODELS; FLUID LEAK REPAIR SERVICE INFORMATION
The following information is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be repaired (whether under warranty or customer pay) to ensure proper vehicle operation.
ALL NISSAN MODELS; REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDSHIELD
Windshield “foreign material” that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool.
-REVISED- 1990-2013 ALL NISSAN MODELS; STRUT REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES
This bulletin provides information to identify:
A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty.
A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement.
A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod resistance/noise issues.
-REVISED- ALL NISSAN MODELS; INFLATING TIRES EQUIPPED WITH TPMS
Improper use of tire inflator tools can break the stem of a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensor.
2004 AND UP ALL NISSAN MODELS; ECM REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES WITH CONSULT III PLUS
If The Electronic Control Module (ECM) needs to be replaced on a 2004 MY and later vehicle.
-REVISED- ALL NISSAN MODELS; CD & DVD PLAYER CONCERNS
If a CD/DVD Player incident is noted, a possible cause may be improper CD/DVD disc care, condition, or usage. This bulletin provides updated CD/DVD Player operation instructions to avoid potential incidents/customer concerns caused by improper care and usage of CD/DVD discs.