NTB17-045C

Classification:
Reference:
EL17-015C
Date:
NTB17-045C
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 Nissan
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.
Nissan’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
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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AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE
REFERENCE
DESCRIPTION
April 27, 2017
NTB17-045
Original bulletin published
March 19, 2018
NTB17-045a
Publication date updated to include the latest
models and model years
February 3, 2021
NTB17-045b
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
December 7, 2021
NTB17-045C
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
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