ITB17-033C

Classification:
Reference:
Date:
EL17-016C
ITB17-033C
December 7, 2021
CLEANING FRONT OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2013-2022 Infiniti
SERVICE INFORMATION
When cleaning the “Front Combination Lamp” (headlight housing) or “Rear Combination Lamp” (taillight
housing) assemblies:

Use only a mild soap (special vehicle soap or general purpose dishwashing liquid) mixed with clean,
lukewarm (never hot) water.

Use a sponge or soft rag.
DO NOT USE:

Strong household soap, strong chemical detergents, gasoline or solvents.
NOTE: Some car washes, especially brushless ones, use some acid for cleaning.
o The acid may react with some plastic vehicle components, causing them to crack.
o Always check with your car wash to confirm that acid is not used.
Infiniti’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover physical damage to headlight or taillight
housings caused by strong household soap, strong chemical detergents, gasoline or solvents.
Small cracks in clear plastic
of headlight housing
Figure 1
Infiniti 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 Infiniti retailer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.
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AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE
REFERENCE
DESCRIPTION
April 27, 2017
ITB17-033
Original bulletin published
March 19, 2018
ITB17-033a
Publication date updated to include the latest models and
model years
February 3, 2021
ITB17-033b
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
December 7, 2021
ITB17-033C
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
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ITB17-033C