2021 Nissan Kicks TSBs

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C1A16 OR C2582 IF YOU CONFIRM IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (on the next page) 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. 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. The customer states that the ICC stopped working while driving, OR The customer states that the AEB/FEB warning light is ON, or turned ON, while driving (Figure 1), OR The message Unavailable Front Radar Obstruction or Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owner's Manual has displayed while driving (Figure 2). AND DTC C1A16, C1A16-97, C2582, or C2582-97 is the ONLY DTC stored. Figure 1 Figure 2 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. Forward Driving Aids Temporarily Disabled Front Sensor Blocked See Owners Manual

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See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin. SERVICE INFORMATION The APPLIED VEHICLES that come equipped with a factory installed SOS switch, located near the overhead map lamp, also come equipped with a wireless communication device called a Telematics Communication Unit (TCU). With an active NissanConnect Services subscription, the TCU communicates with the Nissan Data Center to provide various security and convenience services. CONSULT has been updated to allow DTC B2E01-96 for Internal battery to be cleared in the TCU. If DTC B2E01-96 is Current/Active in the TCU, and no additional Current/Active DTCs are present in the TCU, perform the SERVICE PROCEDURE starting on page 2.

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and/or C1B54-04 for SIDE RDR L MALF are stored as CURRENT in the ADAS Control Module. AND The ESM diagnosis leads to Side Radar Sensor replacement. ACTION If replacing one or more affected Side Radar Sensor(s), refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE in this bulletin to apply a strip of foam around each of the Side Radar Sensors before reinstalling the rear bumper fascia. HINT: This bulletin does not cover the diagnosis or replacement of the Side Radar Sensors.

lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.

procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect Test with DCA and Replace results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT: CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000 CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/ DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/ DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/

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B2E01-96 (Internal battery) to be cleared in the Telematics Control Unit (TCU). If DTC B2E01-96 is Current/Active in the TCU, and No additional Current/Active DTCs are present in the TCU, perform the SERVICE PROCEURE starting on page 2.

been diagnosed as sending an incorrect level signal, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored in the ECM, do not replace the entire Fuel Level Sensor Unit, Fuel Filter and Fuel Pump Assembly (fuel pump assembly). The fuel level sensor can be replaced separately. P0460 (FUEL LEV SEN SLOSH) P0461 (FUEL LEVEL SENSOR) P0462 (FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRC) P0463 (FUEL LEVL SEN/CIRC) NOTE: Warranty claims referring to fuel level issues that result in the replacement of the entire fuel pump assembly will be charged back.

specific model year 2021 Kicks vehicles identified in Service Comm to a dealer inventory quality action. Dealers will inspect the steering column torque sensor lot code and, if necessary, replace the steering column assembly. Due to a supplier manufacturing concern, vehicles may lose Steering Assist. Affected vehicles are subject to stop sale and are either currently in dealer inventory or assigned and in transit to the dealer. ***** What Dealers Should Do ***** PLEASE FOLLOW THE ATTACHED INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this quality action using Service Comm or DBS National Service History Open Campaigns I.D. PMA04 New vehicles in dealer inventory can also be identified using DBS (Sales-> Vehicle Inventory, and filter by Open Campaign). Refer to NPSB 15-460 for additional information Some vehicles may still be in transit. Please continue to check newly arriving inventory for campaign applicability. 2. Please do not drive, loan, sell or trade the specific vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this quality action. 3. Use the attached procedure to remedy any vehicles affected by this quality action prior to sale. 4. Once remedied, dealers should submit the applicable warranty claim for the action performed to close the campaign in Service Comm and release the vehicle for sale.

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stored when the IPDM monitor circuit internally sees 0V to ground at pin #46. This is caused by an internal short to ground in the IPDM or one of the IPDM fuses listed below is open. If B12A3-72 is current or reoccurs after erasing DTCs, inspect the model specific fuse first. If the fuse is not open replace the IPDM. Altima Fuse # 58 (page 2) Kicks Fuse # 54 (page 3) Versa Fuse # 61 (page 4) For additional IPDM diagnostic information refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM): Section ELECTRICAL & POWER CONTROL > POWER CONTROL SYSTEM > IPDM E/R. See model specific fuse locations starting on page 2.

To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on the left side of ASIST. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-018.

To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on the left side of ASIST. HINT: Initially, the Infotainment Software Update Utility will be available only on the CONSULT PC version of ASIST. The Utility will be added to ASIST WEB at a later date. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-018.

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replacement of the AV Control Unit, it is necessary to verify the current software version of the AV Control Unit to determine if a software version update is required. Use the vehicle tables in this bulletin to determine the current software version, if the AV Control Unit requires a software version update, and which procedure to use to update the AV Control Unit. The software updates in this bulletin are to address stability improvements and bug fixes. IMPORTANT: If the customer is experiencing a software related concern, refer to NTB21-038 to verify if the customer concern is a hardware or software related issue. If the concern is a software related issue, review the information in this bulletin to update the AV Control Unit as needed.

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stored in the infotainment head unit of an APPLIED VEHICLE that a Rockford Premium Audio Kit (dealer/port accessory, Figure 1 on page 2) has been installed. These DTCs do not indicate a malfunction of the system, and shall be ignored. B130B-13 (Rear RH speaker -or- Rear Right Speaker Open Load) B130D-13 (Front RH speaker -or- Front Right Speaker Open Load) B130F-13 (Front LH speaker -or- Front Left Speaker Open Load) B1311-13 (Rear LH speaker -or- Rear Left Speaker Open Load) NOTE: o These DTCs will all appear together and cannot be permanently erased. o If sound is not coming out of one or more speakers, refer to the ESM for additional diagnostic information.

PM991 applies to the vehicle you are working on, perform PM991 and do not apply this bulletin. Refer to NTB21-038 to verify if the customer concern is a Hardware or Software related issue. This bulletin does not apply to hardware issues. The software update in the following SERVICE PROCEDURE is to address the items below: Stability improvements and "bug" fixes High Frequency noise with audio system display ON Refer to steps 1 - 5 starting on page 3 to confirm that this bulletin applies.

audio system display screen turned ON, NOTE: The 17kHz range may not be audible to some people. Noise can be heard with the audio system ON or OFF. AND The high frequency noise is not heard with the audio system display screen turned OFF. ACTION 1. Confirm the current Audio Control Unit software version is numerically below software version 423. 2. Update the Audio Control Unit software version to 423.

the Telematics (Audio Control Unit) software on 418 specific model year 2021 Nissan Kicks (P15) due to a program logic concern. The telematics vehicle message features for Breakdown Call, Over the Air (OTA) and Remote Data Wipe may be inoperative. Affected vehicles are not subject to stop sale and are either currently in dealer inventory or assigned and in transit to the dealer. *****What Dealers Should Do***** PLEASE FOLLOW THE ATTACHED INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this quality action using Service Comm or DBS National Service History Open Campaigns I.D. PM979 New vehicles in dealer inventory can also be identified using DBS (Sales-> Vehicle Inventory, and filter by Open Campaign). Refer to NPSB 15-460 for additional information Please continue to check newly arriving inventory for campaign applicability. 2. Use the attached procedure to update the Audio Control Unit software on any vehicles affected by this quality action. 3. The service department should submit the applicable warranty claim for the action performed to close the campaign on Service Comm and release the vehicle. ***** Dealer Responsibility ***** It is the dealers responsibility to check Service Comm or DBS National Service History Open Campaign using the appropriate campaign I.D for the inspection status on each affected vehicle currently in new vehicle inventory.

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arrive at dealerships with the Intelligent Keys concealed under the rear seat. To locate the Intelligent Keys during PDI: Open the drivers side (LH) rear door, and then Raise the corner of the rear seat.

inspect the front windshield for a water leak and, if necessary, replace the windshield on 39 specific model year 2021 Nissan Kicks vehicles. Due to a manufacturing concern that has since been corrected, the urethane application on the left upper corner to the windshield may not adhere to the body primer. This condition may allow water to leak into the cabin. Affected vehicles are subject to stop sale and are either currently in dealer inventory or assigned and in transit to the dealer. *****What Dealers Should Do***** PLEASE FOLLOW THE ATTACHED INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Verify if vehicles are affected by this quality action using Service Comm or DBS National Service History Open Campaigns I.D. PM988 New vehicles in dealer inventory can also be identified using DBS (Sales-> Vehicle Inventory, and filter by Open Campaign). Refer to NPSB 15-460 for additional information Please continue to check newly arriving inventory for campaign applicability. 2. Please do not drive, loan, sell or trade the specific vehicles in dealer inventory subject to this quality action. If an affected vehicle was inadvertently traded, this information should be forwarded to the new dealer. 3. Use the attached procedure to inspect the windshield and, if necessary, remedy any vehicles affected by this quality action: Dealers have the option to sublet the repair (up to $150 sublet allowance is available). 4. The service department should submit the applicable warranty claim for the action performed to close the campaign on Service Comm and release the vehicle.

SERVICE INFORMATION If the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) warning light or is blinking (but not illuminated steadily) or the customer states it is blinking, and there are no related DTCs, inspect the windshield. A blinking AEB warning light may occur under the following conditions: When contamination or foreign material adhere to the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When driving while it is snowing or when frost forms on the lane camera viewing window on the windshield. When the lane camera viewing window on the windshield is temporarily fogged up. 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. HINT: o Refer to the applicable ESM for diagnosis if DTCs are present in the Laser/Radar, ICC/ADAS, or Lane Camera systems. o For further information: Refer to the following pages. Use the search keyword blinking in the ESM.

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the ABS Actuator and Electric Unit (Control Unit). IMPORTANT: Do not replace the ABS control unit unless instructed to do so. ACTION Refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 2 to calibrate the Decel G-Sensor.

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ACTION Inspect the horn pad for a pinched ground wire. If a pinched ground wire is found, replace the high and low horns.

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P0507 (ISC SYSTEM) is stored in the ECM. ACTION 1. Test the vehicle's 12 volt battery using the Midtronics DSS-5000. Recharge or replace the battery if necessary. 2. Erase all DTCs. 3. Perform Idle Air Volume Learning (IAVL).

UP/CIRCUIT) is stored, And The customer stated the vehicle was recently started after sitting for an extended period of time (i.e., the battery voltage was low while attempting to start the engine). ACTION 1. Test the vehicles 12 volt battery using the Midtronics DSS-5000. Recharge or replace the battery if necessary. 2. Erase all DTCs.

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Unit (TCU) has the ability to send an automatic collision notification when the vehicle is involved in an accident. Once an automatic collision notification is performed, the function becomes disabled. The TCU must be reset to re-enable the automatic collision notification function. This bulletin describes how to reset the TCU after an automatic collision notification has been performed.

Vibration occurs during quick reacceleration after braking, during a 2-1 downshift of the auxiliary gearbox. AND DTC P17F4 for AUXILIARY GEARBOX (CL JUDDER) is stored in the TCM. If DTCs other than P17F4 are stored, this bulletin does not apply. Refer to the ESM for further diagnostic information. ACTION Refer to the Repair Overview on page 2 to determine if this bulletin applies.

found to be leaking grease, AND There is no abnormal noise or obvious CV Joint risk due to water intrusion and/or complete grease loss, check for REPAIR KIT-DUST BOOT (CV Joint Boot Kit) availability. If there is a REPAIR KIT-DUST BOOT (CV Joint Boot Kit) available for the vehicle being repaired, do NOT replace the axle. Install a new boot kit following the procedure in the ESM. o Refer to the ESM: TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > FRONT AXLE > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > FRONT DRIVE SHAFT BOOT o If the complete axle (drive shaft) is replaced when only a new boot is required, the over-repair may be charged back to the dealer. If there is NOT a REPAIR KIT-DUST BOOT (CV Joint Boot Kit) available for the vehicle being repaired, refer to the ESM for further diagnostic information. IMPORTANT: When servicing vehicles with staked axle nuts, refer to NTB21-013 to prevent Drive Shaft thread damage.

DTCs are stored: P0746 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID A P0776 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B P0841 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SEN/SW A P0875 T/M FLUID PRESS SENSOR/SWITCH P0965 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B P17F0 CVT JUDDER (T/M INSPECTION) P17F1 CVT JUDDER (C/V INSPECTION) P17F2 CVT JUDDER (T/C INSPECTION) P2857 CLUTCH A PRESSURE P2858 CLUTCH B PRESSURE P2859 CLUTCH A PRESSURE P285A CLUTCH B PRESSURE IMPORTANT: If DTCs are stored other than those listed above, this bulletin does not apply. If DTCs P17F0 and/or P17F1 are the only DTCs stored and there is no customer complaint of judder, this bulletin does not apply. If ONLY P0875 T/M FLUID PRESS SENSOR/SWITCH is stored, refer to the ESM. NTB20-060, 2018-2019 Kicks; Enhanced Diagnostic Logic For CVT, has reprogramming instructions that may apply. ACTION Refer to the REPAIR OVERVIEW on page 2.

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front axle nut removed, for any reason, the staking of the nut into the axle keyway must first be removed. The essential tool (part number # J-52982, Figure 1) required to remove the nut staking, is called out as a Cape Chisel in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), and must be used to prevent thread damage to the axle (see Figure 2 on page 2). The Cape Chisel arrived at dealers in December of 2020. Damaged threads, due to improper removal of the stake placed in the nut, will not be covered by warranty. For information on using the Cape Chisel, refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM): Section TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > FRONT AXLE > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > FRONT DRIVE SHAFT > LH/RH.

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LASER/RADAR in the PAST column: Erase the DTC. DO NOT replace any parts. If DTC C1A17-49 or C2580-49 is stored in LASER/RADAR in the "CURRENT" column, refer to the applicable ESM for instructions.

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