NTB18-030a

Classification:
Reference:
ST18-003a
Date:
NTB18-030a
July 3, 2018
2013-2016 SENTRA; OIL RESIDUE FOUND
ON STEERING COLUMN
This bulletin has been amended. The CLAIMS INFORMATION section has been revised.
No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2013 - 2016 Sentra (B17)
APPLIED VIN // DATE: 2013 - 2015 Sentra: All VINs and Dates
2016 Sentra:
Built on or before: 3N1AB7AP(*)G(*)247781 // March 3, 2016
IF YOU CONFIRM
IF YOU CONFIRM
Oil residue is found on the
steering column assembly
near the lower shaft
assembly connection.
Lower
shaft
assembly
View from
under the
driver side
dash with
no parts
removed.
Steering
column
assembly
St
Oil
ee
rin
Figure 1
ACTION
Clean the oil drip and residue from the steering column assembly per the SERVICE
PROCEDURE on page 2.
NOTE: Do NOT replace the Steering Column Assembly for this incident, if it should occur.
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 this 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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SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Spray brake parts cleaner onto a clean shop cloth as shown in Figure 2.

Use only Low VOC brake cleaner that complies with local regulations.

DO NOT use carburetor cleaner for this action.

Nissan Low VOC brake cleaners are listed in the PARTS INFORMATION section of
this bulletin.
Figure 2
2. Wipe any oil drips and residue from the steering column assembly as shown in Figure 3.
Clean any
oil and
residue
Figure 3
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QUANTITY
Low VOC Non-Chlorinated (NC) Brake
Cleaner (1) (2)
999MP-AH001P
Shop supply
Low VOC CA Non-Chlorinated (NC) Brake
Cleaner (1) (2)
999MP-AH0002P
Shop supply
SCAQMD Brake Cleaner (1) (2)
999MPA-H0003P
Shop supply
(1) Order this item through the Nissan Maintenance Advantage program: Phone 877-NISNMA1 (877-647-6621). Website order via link on the dealer portal; www.NNAnet.com
and click on the “Maintenance Advantage” link.
(2) An equivalent Low VOC brake cleaner that complies with local regulations can be used.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Clean oil from steering
(1)
QX39AA
ZE
32
0.2 hrs.
column assembly
(1) Reference the electronic parts catalog (FAST), and use the Steering Column Assembly
(48810-*****) as the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
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