NTB12-055J

Classification:
Reference:
FA12-001J
Date:
NTB12-055J
March 29, 2023
CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE
DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
2010-2020 370Z Coupe (Z34)
APPLIED
VEHICLES: 2010-2019 370Z Roadster (Z34)
2010-2013 Altima Coupe (CL32)
2010-2011 Altima Hybrid (L32H)
2010-2023 Altima Sedan (L32/33/34)
2017-2023 Armada (Y62)
2011-2014 cube (Z12)
2016-2023 Frontier (D40/41)
2016-2021, 2023 GT-R (R35)
2011-2017 Juke (F15)
2018-2023 Kicks (P15)
2011-2023 LEAF (ZE0/E1)
2010-2023 Maxima (A35/36)
2010-2023 Murano (Z51/52)
2013-2021 NV200 (M20)
2013-2019 NV200 Taxi (M20)
2010-2023 Pathfinder (R51/52/53)
2011-2017 Quest (E52)
2010-2023 Rogue (S35, T32/33)
2017-2019 Rogue Hybrid (T32H)
2014-2015 Rogue Select (S35)
2017-2022 Rogue Sport (J11)
2010-2023 Sentra (B16/17/18)
2016-2023 Titan/Titan XD (A61)
2007-2023 Versa Sedan (C11, N17/18)
2007-2012 Versa Hatchback (C11)
2014-2019 Versa Note (E12)
2023 Z (Z34)
HINT: For LEAF vehicles, refer to NTB19-105 to check the lug nut torque before performing
this bulletin.
IF YOU CONFIRM
A “clicking” noise coming from either left or right front/rear CV-type axles during
take-off/acceleration.
ACTION
Apply Molykote® M77 grease (P/N 44003-7S000) to the hub bearing surfaces.
HINT:
 Do not remove the axle from the hub or transmission for this bulletin.
 Refer to the ESM for model-specific torque specifications.
o For 2007-2019 Versa and 2013 LEAF vehicles, see the SERVICE PROCEDURE
torque specifications on page 3.
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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SERVICE PROCEDURE
HINT: The photos in this procedure are examples and may not look exactly like the vehicle
you are working on.
1. Remove the front or rear (depending on
model) wheel bearing Cotter Pin and
Lock Nut from the axle.
Lock Nut
Some of the APPLIED VEHICLES
require the axle nut to be removed with
a Cape Chisel, to prevent axle thread
damage. Refer to NTB21-013 for
specific details.
HINT: Do not remove the axle from the
hub or transmission for this bulletin.
Cotter pin
Figure 1
2. Push the axle back to allow application
of Molykote® M77 grease (P/N 440037S000).
3. Apply a moderate coat of Molykote® to
the entire (front or rear) wheel hub
bearing surface (Figure 2).
4. Re-install the (front or rear) wheel
bearing Lock Nut and Cotter Pin.
Bearing surface
To avoid the risk of minor personal
injury or property damage, replace the
Cotter Pin after every use. If not done,
a drive axle may become loose.
Figure 2

Refer to the model-specific ESM for wheel bearing Lock Nut replacement
requirements and torque specifications.

For 370Z, LEAF, NV200, and 2013-2019 Sentra vehicles: Install the washer listed in
the PARTS INFORMATION before installing the new Lock Nut.
IMPORTANT: See page 3 for important torque information for the vehicles listed below.

2007-2019 Versa (Hatchback, Sedan, Note)

2013 LEAF
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IMPORTANT (for 2007-2019 Versa Sedan, Versa Hatchback, Versa Note only):

Tighten the center Lock Nut to 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ft-lb) with a torque wrench.
o If the center Lock Nut is tightened more than 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ft-lb), the
clicking noise could occur.
o If the center Lock Nut is tightened less than 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ft-lb),
looseness could occur.
o If the center Lock Nut is reused, the clicking noise could occur.
IMPORTANT (for 2013 LEAF only):

Install the washer.

Tighten the center Lock Nut to 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb) with a torque wrench.
o If the center Lock Nut is tightened more than 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb), the
clicking noise could occur.
o If the center Lock Nut is tightened less than 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb),
looseness could occur.
o If the center Lock Nut is reused, the clicking noise could occur.
5.
Test drive the vehicle to confirm the issue is resolved.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Nut-Lock, Wheel Bearing (Wheel hub lock nut) (1)
PART NUMBER
(2)
QUANTITY
1 per side
Cotter Pin (1)
40073-0L700 (3)
1 per side
Washer (1)
40037-1CA0A (4)
1 per side
Molykote® M77 Grease
44003-7S000 (5)
See
EXPENSE
CODE
(1) Single-use part.
(2) Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog for model-specific part number.
(3) Not required for wheel hub lock nut that is staked in place.
(4) 370Z, LEAF, NV200, and 2013-2019 Sentra.
(5) One container of Molykote® M77 Grease (P/N 44003-7S000) repairs multiple vehicles.
Bill under an EXPENSE CODE as shown on the next page. Do not include Molykote®
M77 Grease part number on this claim.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PFP) line claim using the following claims coding:
ONE SIDE
Cube and Versa (C11, N17, E12)
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
(1)
MX22AA
ZL
21
0.4
SURFACE (ON CAR, ONE SIDE)
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.
370Z, Altima, Armada, Frontier, GT-R, Juke, Kicks, LEAF, Maxima, Murano, NV200,
NV200 Taxi, Quest, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan/Titan XD, Versa (N18), and Z
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE
(ON CAR, ONE SIDE)
(1)
MX22AA
ZL
21
0.5
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.
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BOTH SIDES
Cube and Versa (C11, N17, E12)
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE (ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)
(1)
MX23AA
ZL
21
0.5
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.
Altima (L32, L33), Juke, Kicks, LEAF (ZE0), Maxima, Murano (Z51), NV200, NV200
Taxi, Pathfinder, Quest, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra (B16, B17), and Versa (N18)
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
APPLY GREASE TO BEARING SURFACE
(ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)
(1)
MX23AA
ZL
21
0.6
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.
370Z, Altima (L34), Armada, Frontier, GT-R, LEAF (ZE1), Murano (Z52), Sentra (B18),
Titan/Titan XD, and Z
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE (ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)
(1)
MX23AA
ZL
21
0.7
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
DESCRIPTION
MAX AMOUNT
048
Molykote® M77 Grease
$4.15
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AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE
REFERENCE
June 27, 2012
NTB12-055
Original bulletin published.
July 9, 2012
NTB12-055a
CLAIMS INFORMATION revised
March 22, 2013
NTB12-055b
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
September 17, 2013
NTB12-055c
Changes made throughout
November 11, 2013
NTB12-055d
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
July 10, 2015
NTB12-055e
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
June 20, 2017
NTB12-055f
APPLIED VEHICLES revised
January 17, 2020
NTB12-055g
APPLIED VEHICLES and PARTS INFORMATION
revised
June 9, 2021
NTB12-055H
APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION
revised, and NOTICE added to step 1
September 27, 2022
NTB12-055I
APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION
revised
March 29, 2023
NTB12-055J
DESCRIPTION
APPLIED VEHICLES and PARTS INFORMATION
revised, EXPENSE CODE added, and “NOTE”
references changed to “HINT”
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