92-94 Nissan Technical Service Bulletin Synopsis Dealing With 300ZX's and others

[Thanks to Tom Bell for his contribution in taking the time to produce this synopsis of some Nissan Technical Service Bulletins. Andy 9710]

 

 1992

 

ID:

Section:

Title:

Date:

Description:

 

92-001

Heater & Air Conditioner

A/C System Changes For R-134a Refrigerant

1/1/92

Applies to all models. Discusses changes in A/C system to implement the R-134a refrigerant in general. Does NOT specify part number changes for 300ZX models.

 

92-002

Brake

A.B.S. 'Self-Check' Clunk Noise

6/4/92

 

 

Describes the ABS system's self-check which occurs when the vehicle is initially driven forward or backward after the engine is started.

 

 

92-003

General Information

Aftermarket Cellular Phone And Audio Equipment Installation

1/16/92

Discusses guidelines for installing aftermarket equipment by dealers and contractors. Specifies distances and types of cabling that should be used to minimize customer complaints.

 

92-005

Steering

Steering Pull Diagnosis

1/23/92

 

Gives diagnostic procedure for three types of 'pull'. If applicable, adjust steering rack friction. Notes that a special Kent-Moore tool is available because of tight clearances.

 

 

92-006

Manual Transmission

1990-91 Turbo Clutch Slipping

6/4/92

 

 

Diagnoses the cause of some clutch slipping as a weak clutch pedal return spring and master cylinder. Gives replacement clutch return spring and master cylinder part numbers. Notes also a correction to the 1990-91 Service Manuals on the amount of clutch pedal free play: should be 2.0 ~ 3.0 mm

 

 

92-010

Manual Transmission

300ZX Manual Transmission "Pinging" Noise in 5th Gear

10/13/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1992 vehicles. Notes the noise is coming from the rear of the transmission. A countermeasure reverse gear kit is available to resolve this problem. Gives testing procedure and part number for the kit.

 

 

92-011

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission Improper Shifting Or Slipping

2/28/92

 

 

Applies to 1991 300ZX Non-Turbo. Discusses symptoms: unusual operation in overdrive or slipping in all upshifts. Diagnoses cause as insufficient torquing of the band servo retainer bolts. Gives a procedure for repair.

 

 

92-012

Body & Frame

300ZX Power Window Judder

2/27/92

 

 

Discusses complaints of "judder" when power windows are operated. Gives countermeasure part numbers for new window regulators.

 

 

92-013

Body & Frame

300ZX Rear Wiper Body Seal Lifting

2/27/92

 

 

Discusses need for new body seal for rear window wiper motor shaft. Gives new part number.

 

 

92-014

Engine Mechanical

1990 300ZX Crank Angle Sensor Causing Detonation (Spark Knock)

2/27/92

 

 

This is a revision to NTB 91-056 dated 5/30/91, giving additional parts information. Discusses problems with the indexing peg on the crank angle sensor which cause initial timing to be advanced excessively. States that some 1990 vehicles had improperly machined left cylinder heads with the camshaft indexing peg off-center, which results in excessive wear on the crank angle sensor. Gives replacement part numbers for camshaft, left cylinder head and crank angle sensor.

 

 

92-016

Engine Mechanical

300ZX Intake Camshaft Sprockets Causing A "Tapping" Noise

3/5/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1991 non-turbo engines. Describes the CONSULT procedure for diagnosing a weak tensioner spring on the intake camshaft and a diagnostic procedure for a weak automatic tensioner. Gives new part number for tensioner spring.

 

 

92-017

Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transmission Slipping

3/19/92

 

 

Applies to 1991 300ZX non-Turbo. Applied Date: May, 1991. Discusses slipping or no movement in "D" range. Diagnoses cause as forward clutch snap ring popping out of its groove.Gives procedure for replacing forward clutch assembly

 

 

92-018

Manual Transmission

Truck/300ZX Clutch "Popping" Noise

3/12/92

 

 

Diagnoses the misfit of the clutch push rod to the master cylinder piston as a cause of this condition and recommends rounding the tip of the clutch push rod to make better contact with the piston.

 

 

92-021

Electrical

Radio Identification 1992 Models Nissan

3/19/92

 

 

Applies to all 1992 models. Gives a table of components (including speakers) with Nissan and manufacturer's part numbers.

 

 

92-022

Body & Frame

300ZX Rear Cargo Cover Hooks Broken

3/19/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1991 300ZX - all models. Discusses new hook shape and stronger materials used in its manufacture. Gives countermeasure part numbers.

 

 

92-031

Body & Frame

300ZX Water Leaks Onto Front Seats

4/9/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1991 vehicles with t-tops. Discusses complaints of leaking t-tops. Gives new seal part numbers.

 

 

92-033

Electrical

Power Antenna Improper Operation

4/23/92

 

 

Describes method to remove and install power antenna mast.

 

 

92-043

Body & Frame

Polyurethane & Polypropylene Bumper Fascia Repair/Refinish

6/4/92

 

 

Defines the difference in materials and which ones were used by model in 1992 and beyond. Notes NTB 91-037A covered the topic for pre-1992 vehicles. Gives the 3M products that can be used to repair the bumpers and the procedures to do so. Includes heat gun use.

 

 

92-054

Body & Frame

Z32 Cluster lid Poor Appearance

6/23/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1992 - all models. Discusses trim piece in instrument cluster that covers the screws which hold the cover on the radio. Gives part number for clip.

 

 

92-060

Body & Frame

300ZX Door Glass Rattle Noise

7/21/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1991 - all models. Discusses adjustment and lubrication of window mechanism, and includes procedure for adjustment.

 

 

92-061

Body & Frame

Paint Guard Coating Remover

10/1/92

 

 

Discusses the aspects of PCG removal. Gives procedure for doing so.

 

 

92-063

Body & Frame

300ZX Turbo Rear Spoiler

8/25/92

 

 

Applies to turbo models when dealer is installing the spoiler. Discusses correct parts needed when a dealer installs the turbo rear spoiler: stiffer gas struts and different stop and tail lamp sensor assembly. Does NOT give part numbers.

 

 

92-065

Body & Frame

Air Bag System Diagnosis After A Collision

10/27/92

 

 

Clarifies inspection/repair procedure for SRS. Discusses on-board self-test and CONSULT disgnostic approaches

 

 

92-068

Electrical

Improper Aftermarket Installation Of CD Auto Changers

9/8/92

 

 

Describes problems encountered when the installation has been done by stripping wires and soldering connections instead of using the commercially-available plug-in connectors. Gives one manufacturer's part number for this plug. Deals with FM-modulated units connected to factory head units.

 

 

92-069

Body & Frame

Refinish Paint Formula Code Numbers For 1993 Models

9/8/92

 

 

Gives tables for paint codes, including cross-references from Nissan and Ford color codes to major manufacturers.

 

 

92-070

Electrical

Power Door Lock Logic

9/9/92

 

 

Gives a chart of power door lock logic.

 

 

92-071A

Body & Frame

300ZX Convertible Header Corner Trim Replacement

10/27/92

 

 

Updates 92-071 with correct part numbers. Applies to 1993 convertible models. Gives service procedure and part numbers.

 

 

92-081

Body & Frame

Voluntary Service Campaign: Vacuum Hose Routing Label

9/22/92

 

 

Applies to 1992-1993 300ZX and other vehicles. Describes the reasons for, location of and application of labels that may be missing on some vehicles.

 

 

92-083

Electrical

Electrical Diagnosis of Audit Problems: "SC-1" Displayed On The Head Unit

11/5/92

 

 

Applies to 92.5 300ZX Convertible. Gives description of the code as a short circuit in the speaker assemblies. Recommends checking the wires in the harness at the door jams..

 

 

92-085

Heater & Air Conditioner

Hissing Noise From 300ZX A/C Unit

10/8/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1991 - all models. Describes cause of hissing noise as coming from the STV and evaporator inlet tube. Describes service procedure and gives new part number.

 

 

92-086

Engine, Fuel & Emission Control

Fuel Injector Replacement

10/13/92

 

 

Gives guidelines for fuel injector replacement. Notes the need to replace injectors singly with one that has the same paint dot code as the others. Contains a table with injector color codes and matching harness connections.

 

 

92-089

Propeller Shaft & Differential Carrier

Drive Pinion Oil Seal Leak

10/13/92

 

 

All models of 300ZX. Applied Date: 2/3/92. Diagnoses leaking drive pinion oil seal leak. A countermeasure oil seal is available. Gives procedure for replacement and part number.

 

 

92-092

Body & Frame

Convertible Car Wash And Rear Window Cleaning/Polishing Procedure

10/27/92

 

 

Discusses procedures for washing the convertible top. Gives Finish Kare product number for scratch remover and protectant and a list of sources for Finish Kare products.

 

 

92-094

Brake

300ZX A.B.S. Wheel Sensor Service Caution

4/2/92

 

 

Notes that failure to disconnect the ABS sensor wires may result in the sensors becoming inoperative. Cautions to remove connectors before removing front wheel and hub assembly or rear axle or final drive assembly.

 

 

92-096

Body & Frame

Air Bag Deployment Procedure

10/27/92

 

 

Applies to 1991-1992 300ZX - all models with SRS. Discusses need and procedure to deploy air bags if necessary.

 

 

92-099

Engine Mechanical

300ZX Oil Pressure Regulator Valves

11/9/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-93 Non-Turbo engine replacements only. Describes how to remove the plugs from the replacement engine and install the pressure regulators. Gives part number of oil pressure regulators.

 

 

92-101

Electrical

Change In Audio Unit Harness Connector

11/10/92

 

 

Notes that the 1993 models went to an 8-pin DIN connector in place of a 5-pin one on earlier models. Also notes that the 5-pin cable will plug into the 8-pin socket in the head unit, but that the CD autochanger will not work, although the CD player will illuminate.

 

 

92-102

Body & Frame

300ZX Door And Window Moldings Discoloring

11/19/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1992 - All Models. Discusses problems with molding reacting to UV rays. Gives part numbers for new parts that are more UV-resistant.

 

 

92-104

Electrical

300ZX Main Power Window Switch Inoperative

12/3/92

 

 

Applies to 1990-1992 - all models. Describes the problem as dust getting into the switch. Gives new part number for replacement.

 

 

92-117

Heater & Air Conditioning

Fresh Air Inlet Screen

12/15/92

 

 

Applies to 300ZX produced from 2/89 to 7/90. Describes an odor problem when the A/C system first turns on, and gives diagnostic procedure. Gives part numbers for screens.

 

 

92-122

Wheel & Tire

1990 300ZX Drifts To One Side

12/17/92

 

 

Supersedes NTB 90-002 and now includes both Turbo and Non-Turbo cars. Describes tests to perform to diagnose the problem. If the car is in alignment, replace the front tires. Gives Dunlop tire codes for 'improved wear' replacement tires produces after certain dates. Notes alignment procedure for mounting tires to wheels: dots to dots.

 

 

92-123

Wheel & Tire

Aftermarket Chroming Of Nissan Alloy Wheels

12/22/92

 

 

Discusses reasons why Nissan recommends that OEM wheels not be chrome plated.

 

 

92-124

General Information

1993 Engine Oil Viscosity Recommendations

12/22/92

 

 

Discusses recommended oil weights and service grades.States that 300ZX's should use 10W-30 if ambient temperature is above 0 degrees Fahrenheit in all seasons, 5W-30 if below that during cold weather. Stresses that turbos should use the 5W-30 grade during the winter months.

 

 

92-125

Body & Frame

300ZX Convertible Front Garnish Loose

12/22/92

 

 

Applies to 1993 Convertibles. Discusses garnish strips that become loose and fall off, and gives replacement part numbers.

 

 

1993

 

ID:

Section:

Title:

Date:

Description:

 

93-055

Body & Frame

300ZX Driver's Door Pocket Cover Loose

3/9/93

 

 

New part numbers & gluing instructions

 

 

93-074a

Body & Frame

300ZX & 240SX Convertible Top Repair Facilities

7/8/93

 

 

Discusses who should repair what and lists ASC. Repair Facilities in USA

 

 

93-103

Body & Frame

Clean Up Procedures For Vehicles With Paint Guard Film

8/23/97

 

 

Discusses 'paint swelling' under protective film and adhesive residue removal on rubber trim. Names DuPont 'Prep-Sol' as adhesive residue remover

 

 

 

93-105

Engine Mechanical

1990-91 300ZX Rough Idle

7/8/93

 

 

Discusses worn engine intake valves. Gives compression

Measurements and new valve part number. Turbo & NA For engines produces after 12/11/89 (turbo) & 6/22/90 (NA).

 

 

 

93-119

Auto Transmission

Auto Trans Overhaul Sun Gear Parts Supercession

8/12/93

 

 

Gives new front sun gear part number

 

  

93-139

Body & Frame

Refinish Paint Formula Code Numbers For 1994 Models

9/28/93

 

 

Gives all Nissan paint codes, color names and cross-reference to major manufacturers codes. Stock colors, not mixed. Also discusses number of steps in painting process, and application. Will probably apply to other 4gen model years as most colors carried overfrom earlier production.

 

 

93-140

General Information

Oil For Limited Slip Differential

9/30/93

 

 

Applies to 1987.5, most 1988 and 1989 300ZX Turbo. Does NOT apply to '88 Limited Edition equipped with viscous coupling LSD's (VIN KHLZ31STU and -STV). Specifies Pennzoil #4096 for this purpose. NOTE: Red Line makes synthetics that equate to the Pennzoil product, if you believe their ads.

 

 

93-156

Body & Frame

300ZX T-Bar Roof Water Leakage

10/28/93

 

 

Applies to 1990-93 cars. Discusses removal and replacement of weatherstripping for roof and T-top.

 

 

93-160

Air Conditioner

300ZX ATC Recirculation Timer Logic

11/2/93

 

 

Applies to 1993 models produced after 9/1/92. Notes the 10 minute timer for recirculation mode had been eliminated

 

 

93-161

Electrical System

Electronic Control Units

11/5/93

 

 

Applies to all models. Discusses ECU's in general and gives tests and parameters for some diagnosis

 

 

93-165

Electrical

300ZX Theft Warning System (TWS) Will Not Activate Or Works Intermittently

11/11/93

 

 

Applies to 1990-1993 300ZX's. Notes the underhood switch may be disengaging and discusses adjusting it.

 

 

93-167

Engine Fuel

Electronic Control Module Identification

11/16/93

 

 

Gives a reference chart for ECM Vendor Serial Numbers and cross-references to Nissan part number. Starts with 280-Z and goes forward. Shows Federal and California, M/T and A/T

 

 

93-168

Engine Fuel

300ZX Driveability Incidents (Throttle Chamber Deposits)

11/16/93

 

 

Discusses what symptoms could be caused by deposits and establishes a procedure to clean them. Notes that engine oil should not be overfilled

 

 

93-180

Engine Fuel & Emission Control

300ZX Ignition Timing Adapter Service Tool

12/9/93

 

 

Applies to 1990-94 300ZX. Discusses new shape power transistor harness connector and gives part number.

 

  

93-188

Air Conditioning

1994 300ZX A/C Changes For R-134a Refrigerant

12/21/93

 

 

 

Applies to 1994 300ZX. REFERENCES 92-001 which applied to all models. Notes that the compressor is specially designed for the R-134a system, and discusses other parts that have changed.

 

 

1994

 

ID:

Section:

Title:

Date:

Description:

 

94-002

Engine Fuel & Emission Control

Fuel Injector Cleaner Usage

1/10/94

 

 

Applies to all models with "pintle-less" injectors. Indicates that usage of injector cleaner can cause corrosion of the fuel injector coil and eventual failure of the injector. Model year 1993-on.

 

 

94-004

General Information

Recommended Oil For Differentials

1/13/94

 

 

Reviews material in TSB 93-140 (above). Specifies API GL-5 rated lubricant. Shows a viscosity chart.

 

 

94-005b

Engine

Turbocharger Oil Tube Clogged

3/15/94

 

 

Introduces new oil inlet tube for right side turbos to be used when/if a turbo is being replaced.

 

 

94-011

Electrical System

Starting & Charging Systems

2/1/94

 

 

Discusses general electrical diagnosis.

 

 

94-012

Brake

Brake Judder/Steering Wheel Shimmy

2/3/94

 

 

Discusses rotor thickness variation as a cause for wheel shimmy.

 

 

94-014

Engine Fuel

Rough Idle (Platinum Spark Plug Cleaning Procedure)

2/8/94

 

 

Applies to 1989-94 300ZX. A second version dated 3/28/94 applies to 1990-94 models only, and includes a CONSULT diagnostic check.

 

  

94-015

Body & Frame

Paint Contamination Identification And Repair

2/8/94

 

 

Discusses how to clean the car to remove iron, water or chemical spots, scratches and/or swirl marks that haven't penetrated the clear coat. Has a table of contaminants and lists several products to use in the process. Has a table of these from 3M, PPG and Meguiar's and sources for Finish Kare Products also mentioned in the text.

 

 

94-018

Engine Fuel & Emission Control

Engine Driveability Supplemental Diagnostic Procedures

2/15/94

 

 

Adds tables for CONSULT diagnostic procedures to supplement those in the Service Manual.

 

 

94-019

Electrical

Power Antenna Rod Replacement

2/17/94

 

 

Applies to all models. Discusses removal and replacement of power antenna rod.

 

 

94-021

Body & Frame

New Clear Coat Paint Finish

3/2/94

 

 

Amends 93-164 with updated refinish materials. Discusses 1994 models with New Cross Link Clear Coat (NCLC) finish.

 

 

94-024

Amendments

Modification To Deflection Specification Of Drive Belt For Power Steering Oil Pump In 1994 300ZX Turbo

3/1/94

 

 

Gives new guidelines for limits of belt deflection for turbo engines: used belts now 16 mm instead of 19mm before adjustment, and 10-11 mm after adjustment. New belts are 9-10 mm. Pushing force is defined as 98 nm or 22 lbs.

 

 

94-041

Engine Mechanical

Broken Exhaust Manifold Stud

4/14/94

 

 

Gives new part number for upgraded stud.