NTB13040A

Classification :
Referen ce:
EM13-003a
D ate:
NTB13-040a
July 5, 2013
2013 ALTIMA SEDAN WITH QR25DE ENGINE;
RATTLE OR GROAN NOISE FROM ENGINE AREA
This bulletin has been amended under ACTION and in PARTS INFORMATION
and CLAIMS INFORMATION. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLE: 2013 Altima Sedan (L33)
APPLIED VINs and DATES: Vehicles built before: 1N4AL3A(* *)DC 264999 and 4/19/2013
1N4AL3A(* *)DN 551924 and 4/22/2013
APPLIED ENGINE: QR25DE (4-cyl) only
IF YOU CONFIRM:
A rattle or groan type noise is coming from the right front strut tower / engine area when:
• An applied vehicle is traveling at 20 - 40 MPH
AND / OR
• The engine is running at 1,400 - 1,500 RPM
AND
• The generator (alternator) is the source of the noise.
NOTE: This noise may be misdiagnosed as CVT or heat shield related.
ACTION:
Replace the alternator with the one listed in PARTS INFORMATION.
• Refer to the M ELECTRICAL & POWER CONTROL > CHG Charging System
section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM).
PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY
ALT ASSY (alternator)
23100-3TA1B
1
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
Replace Alternator Assembly
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
23100-3TA1B
GE10AA
ZL
32
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(1) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated flat rate
time.
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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