NTB23-051A

Classification:
Reference:
RA23-001A
Date:
NTB23-051A
December 8, 2023
VIBRATION AND/OR NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE
WHEN TURNING
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2021-2023 Rogue (T33)
APPLIED VIN:
VINs starting with 5N1 – Built on or before September 9, 2023
APPLIED DRIVETRAINS: AWD
IF YOU CONFIRM
A binding feeling, vibration, and/or noise coming from the rear end when turning at low
speed,
AND
The issue is resolved by unplugging the Actuator Assembly (AWD Actuator) on the rear
Final Drive Unit.
ACTION
1.
Remove the Electro-hydraulic Coupling Assembly (AWD Coupler).
2.
Clean the Coupling Oil Tank.
3.
Inspect the Breather Tube and Bolt
4.
Replace the Electro-hydraulic Coupling Assembly (AWD Coupler).
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.
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
Remove the AWD Coupler
1.
Perform Adjustment Before Removal of the AWD Coupler.

2.
Refer to the ESM: TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > DRIVELINE > REAR FINAL
DRIVE: R145 > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC
COUPLING > Adjustment > ADJUSTMENT BEFORE REMOVAL
Remove the AWD Coupler.

Refer to the ESM: TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > DRIVELINE > REAR FINAL
DRIVE: R145 > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC
COUPLING > Removal and Installation > REMOVAL
Clean the Coupling Oil Tank
3.
Remove the fill plug from the side of
the coupling oil tank cover.
Coupling oil tank cover
fill plug
Front of vehicle
Figure 1
4.
Spray brake cleaner into the coupling oil tank until clean solvent is running out of the
AWD Coupler fluid hole.
Coupling oil tank cover fluid fill hole
AWD Coupler
fluid hole
Brake cleaner
Figure 3
Figure 2
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Breather Tube and Bolt Inspection
Front mounting
bolts
5.
Remove the two (2) front mounting
bolts of the Final Drive (differential) to
access the top of the Final Drive
(Figure 4).
Final Drive
Figure 4
6.
Confirm the following:

The Breather is seated correctly into the Final Drive (Figure 5).

The Breather’s bolt is seated correctly and is not cross threaded (Figure 6).
Correctly seated.
No gap.
Breather bolt correctly
seated. No gap.
Figure 6
Figure 5
7.
Are both the Breather’s bolt and the Breather correctly seated?
YES:
a. Remove the Breather’s bolt and the Breather from the Final Drive.
b. Replace the Breather’s O-ring (lubricate with LSSC oil).
c. Reinstall the Breather and the Breather’s bolt.
 Torque bolt to: 8 N•m (0.82 kg-m, 71 in-lbs).
d. Skip to step 11 on page 5.
NO:
o If either the Breather’s bolt or the Breather are not correctly seated, proceed to
step 8 on page 4.
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8.
Is the Breather’s bolt correctly seated, but the Breather not correctly seated?
YES:
a. Remove the Breather’s bolt and the Breather from the Final Drive.
.
b. Clean the surface around the Breather, and then confirm if the Breather will
seat correctly.
c. Replace the Breather’s O-ring (lubricate with LSSC oil).
d. Reinstall the Breather and Breather’s bolt and confirm that it now seats
correctly.
 Torque bolt to: 8 N•m (0.82 kg-m, 71 in-lbs).
 If the Breather still will not seat correctly, replace the Breather tube
assembly.
HINT: Do not replace the attached rubber hose.
e. Proceed to step 11 on page 5.
NO:
o If the Breather’s bolt, or the Breather and its bolt, are not correctly seated,
proceed to step 9 on page 4.
9.
Confirm if the Breather’s bolt is loose.

If only loose:
a. Remove the Breather’s bolt and the Breather from the Final Drive.
b. Replace the Breather’s O-ring (lubricate with LSSC oil).
c. Reinstall the Breather and Breather’s bolt.
Torque bolt to: 8 N•m (0.82 kg-m, 71 in-lbs).

10.
If the Breather’s bolt is not loose, refer to the ESM for further diagnostic
information, and then proceed to step 10.
Reinstall the front bolts of the Final Drive (differential).

Torque bolts to: 8 N•m (0.82 kg-m, 71 in-lbs).
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Install the New AWD Coupler
11.
Install the new AWD Coupler.
IMPORTANT: Verify that the brake cleaner is fully evaporated from step 4 before
proceeding.

Refer to the ESM: TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > DRIVELINE > REAR FINAL
DRIVE: R145 > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC
COUPLING > Removal and Installation > INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: Only use the fluid listed in the PARTS INFORMATION. The fluid
has a tendency to have clutch additive separate during long storage, therefore it is
critical to shake the fluid for 30-60 seconds before using.
12.
Perform Adjustment After Installation of the AWD Coupler.

Refer to the ESM: TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > DRIVELINE > REAR FINAL
DRIVE: R145 > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC
COUPLING > Adjustment > ADJUSTMENT AFTER INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT: The AIR BLEEDING AND INITIALIZE OIL DETERIORATION
LEVEL process will need to be performed several times until there is no noise
from the Final Drive Unit.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QUANTITY
COUPLING ASSY-ELECTRICAL
LIMITED SLIP COUPLER TRANSMISSION FLUID
12-301 (1) (2)
O-ring
38760-6RE3A
1
999MP-LSCTRF
As needed
31084-6RE0A
1
Breather
38322-6RE1A
As needed
Bolt
38798-6RE0B
As needed
(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-Tire/Battery/Chemical” link.
(2)
This fluid has a tendency to have clutch additive separate during long storage,
therefore it is critical to shake the fluid for 30-60 seconds before using.
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
Replace AWD Electronic Coupling
Assembly & Clean Oil Tank
(1)
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
(1)
LX13AA
ZE
32
2.1
Reference the electronic parts catalog and use the Electric Coupling (38760-*****) as
the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE REFERENCE
June 15, 2023
NTB23-051
December 8, 2023
NTB23-051A
DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published
Amended to update APPLIED VEHICLE
information, and add inspection for Breather and
bolt
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