NTB-08-101-B

SB-10047079-2155
Classificatio n:
Reference:
HA08-004b
Dat e:
NTB08-101b
August 28, 2012
2007-2012 VERSA HATCHBACK / 2007 – 2011 VERSA SEDAN;
DRIVER’S AND/OR PASSENGER FLOOR CARPET WET
This bulleti n has been amended to update the Applied Vehicles.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED
VEHICLES:
2007 – 2012 Versa Hatchback (C11)
2007 – 2011 Versa Sedan (C11)
APPLIED VINs
and DATES:
2007 – 2011; all VINs all dates.
2012 Vehicles built before:
3N1BC1CP(*)CL 373405 / January 20, 2012
or
3N1BC1CP(*)CK 239737 / January 26, 2012
IF YOU CONFIRM
•
The front floor carpet is wet.
And
•
There is no water entry into the vehicle from outside the vehicle.
ACTION
Perform steps 1-8 of the Service Procedure in this bulletin to check if water is draining into
the vehicle from the A/C evaporator case.
If you determine this bulletin applies, install a drain hose extension over the existing A/C
evaporator drain.
•
See this Service Procedure for instructions on cutting and installing the modified
hose.
IMPORTANT: The purpose of “ACTION” (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you
will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire Service Procedure as it contains
information that is essential to successfully completing the repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Generic Bulk Hose (3/4” Inner Diameter)
Bearing Seal, Exhaust Joint
PART #
Local Source
20695-ED10A
QUANTITY
1
1
Bearing Seal, Exhaust Joint
3M™ Fast ‘n Firm™ Seam Sealer
or Equivalent (if needed)
Plain Nut (if needed)
Plain Washer (if needed)
20695-8H310
1
3M™ P/N 08505*
As needed**
Local Source
Local Source
1
1
* The 3M™ product listed above is not available through your local PDC or the Direct Ship
Chemical Care Products Program. Please source it through a local 3M™ supplier.
NOTE: To obtain an MSDS or for help finding a local source for the 3M™ product listed
above, contact 3M™ Automotive Aftermarket Division at 1-877-MMM-CARS.
** This sealer is considered a shop supply. Do NOT include it on your warranty claim.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
A/C drain cup water leak check
PFP
(1)
OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
TX31AA
ZE
32 1.0
DESCRIPTION
A/C drain cup water leak check and install hose
PFP
(1)
OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
TX32AA
ZE
32 1.7
OR
(1) Submit Claim Using the Primary Failed Part Number 92590-ED002.
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the center console. Refer to section IP in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM)
for removal procedure.
2. Look into the console body assembly and confirm the stud shown in Figure 1 has a nut
installed.
Stud
Figure 1
3. If a nut is not installed, apply sealer around the base of the stud and fasten a plain
washer and nut onto the stud.
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Bracket
Wire
harness
Cable
4. Disconnect the wire harness and cable
from bracket and floor mount.
5. Remove the bracket.
Figure 2
6. Cut the carpet from the front edge near the bulkhead to the drain cup opening in the
carpet, then from the drain cup opening to the shifter. See Figure 3.
NOTE: The drain cup is located underneath the HVAC case.
Make first cut starting here
Start second cut here
End first cut here
HVAC case
Figure 3
End second cut here
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7. Pull the carpet back on the passenger and driver’s side to expose insulation.
8. Cut the insulation so that it can be partially removed to expose the drain cup.
Drain cup
Insulation
Figure 4
9. Start the engine. Turn on the A/C and set to full cold, fresh intake, and fan speed 4.
10. Confirm if water enters the vehicle.
•
If water can be seen entering the vehicle between the drain cup and body, proceed
with the rest of this TSB.
•
If not, this TSB does not apply. Return to ASIST or the ESM for further diagnostic
assistance.
Drain cup
Drain cup
(close-up view)
Figure 5
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11. Turn the ignition switch off.
12. Carefully push in the four (4) tabs located
on the drain cup to release the drain cup
from the body of the vehicle.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the
drain cup from the vehicle body without
pushing the tabs in.
Tabs
Figure 6
13. Lift the vehicle with a hoist.
Body Brace
14. Remove the body brace located
underneath the front exhaust tube.
Figure 7
Oxygen
sensor
15. Disconnect the oxygen sensor.
Ground strap
16. Detach the ground strap.
Figure 8
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17. Remove only the exhaust front tube.
Front
Figure 9
18. Detach the center muffler from the
rubber hangers.
Figure 10
19. Remove the front heat shield.
Front heat shield
Figure 11
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20. Remove the drain cup from vehicle
body.
Figure 12
21. Cut a piece of ¾“ (19 mm) internal diameter (ID) generic bulk hose to a length of 1.50”
(38 mm).
38mm
Figure 13
22. Cut a 0.98” (25 mm) V-shape notch in the hose.
25 mm
NOTE: A clear plastic hose is shown here for
illustrative purposes only.
Figure 14
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23. Install the modified hose over the existing drain hose.
•
Make sure the notched side is facing downward and towards the passenger side of
the vehicle.
Existing hose
Modified hose
Figure 15
24. Install the drain cup.
25. Reinstall all parts removed in reverse
order of removal.
•
Install new exhaust seals.
Figure 16
26. Confirm the issue has been resolved.
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