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Instruments - Buzzing Sound/Warning Chimes Inoperative

Classification:
EL03-039

Reference:
NTB03-094

Date:
October 8, 2003

BUZZ SOUND FROM METER CLUSTER AFTER IGNITION KEY
IS TURNED OFF / TURN SIGNAL AND WARNING CHIME DO
NOT SOUND

APPLIED VEHICLE:
2002-2003 Altima (L31)

APPLIED DATE:
Vehicles built up to: August 22, 2003

APPLIED VIN:
Vehicles built up to: 1N4AL11D(*)3C352000

IF YOU CONFIRM:

^ The turn signal and warning chime do not sound,

And

^ When the ignition is turned off and the key is removed: crackling and/or buzzing sound from the left front dash defrost vent area (ignition OFF, key removed).

ACTIONS:

Replace the combination meter cluster (Circuit Assy-Printed with ODO & TRIP).

NOTE:
The old meter cluster has a part number on it. You will order the same number for the replacement part.





PARTS INFORMATION





CLAIMS INFORMATION

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Remove cluster lid "A" to get to the combination meter cluster assembly.

^ Refer to the IP section / INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY / Removal and Installation section of the 2003 Altima ESM (Electronic Service Manual) for removal procedure.