M/T - Shift Boot Worn/Damaged

Classification:
MT03-002

Reference:
NTB03-102

Date:
November 3, 2003

ALTIMA MANUAL TRANSMISSION CONSOLE BOOT DAMAGED

APPLIED VEHICLE:
2002-04 Altima (L31)

APPLIED VINs:
2002-03: All
2004: vehicles built before 1N4AL11D34C134000

APPLIED DATES:
2002-03: All
2004: vehicles built before October 10, 2003

IF YOU CONFIRM:

An applied vehicle has an M/T Console Boot that:





^ Has a hole worn though it or is damaged

ACTION:

Use the Service Procedure to replace the M/T Console Boot.





PARTS INFORMATION

NOTE:
The Threadlocker is considered a "shop supply. There is enough in the bottle for 50 to 100 applications. Do NOT put it on the warranty claim.

CLAIMS INFORMATION

NOTE:
The Threadlocker is considered a "shop supply." There is enough in the bottle for 50 to 100 applications. Do NOT put it on the warranty claim.





Submit a Primary Failed Part (PP) line claim using the claims coding table.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Replace the M/T Console Boot as follows:

1. Unscrew and remove the M/T Shift Knob.

NOTE:
The Shift Knob may become damaged (break) when you try to remove it. Install a new Shift Knob if this happens.

2. Remove the old M/T Console Boot assembly. Refer to the applicable Service Manual for removal.

3. Install the new M/T Console Boot assembly in the reverse order it was removed.

NOTE:
Before you install the new M/T Console Boot assembly:

^ Clean the Flange Bracket (on the shifter) to remove dirt/debris/residue.





^ Apply (wrap) four layers of vinyl (electrical) tape around the Flange Bracket (see Figure 1). This will help prevent contact/rubbing between the Flange Bracket and the Console Boot.

4. Apply a few drops of High Temp High Strength Threadlocker Red* to the shift lever threads.

* Use Nissan P/N 999MP-AM004P. Details are covered in the PARTS INFORMATION section.

5. Reinstall (or replace if needed) the Shift Knob.

^ Make sure the gear shift numbers and the knob are in the proper position (NOT slanted).