M/T - Shift Boot Damaged

Classification:
MT03-001

Reference:
NTB03-052

Date:
May 14, 2003

MANUAL TRANSMISSION CONSOLE BOOT DAMAGED

APPLIED VEHICLE:
2002-03 Sentra (B15) - Spec-V (W/QR25DE and 6-speed M/T)

APPLIED VIN(s):
2002: All
2003: vehicles built up to 3N1AB51A33L733656

APPLIED DATE(s):
2002: All
2003: vehicles built up to November 4, 2002

SERVICE INFORMATION

IF YOU CONFIRM:

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





^ Has a hole worn though it (on the side facing the front of the vehicle)

AND/OR

^ Has broken stitches (on the side facing the front of the vehicle)

ACTION:

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





PARTS INFORMATION

CLAIMS INFORMATION





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.

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. Reinstall the Shift knob.