2006 Nissan Altima Technical Service Bulletins

77 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2006 Nissan Altima. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10192216Jul 23, 2013Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the…
• 10192192Jun 7, 2013Electrical system. As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed self diagnosis of major emissions systems and components. - In these instances the State may require completion of the SRT before permitting the emissions inspection to proceed. Refer…
• 10051767Apr 3, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
• 10192145Mar 19, 2013Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod…
• 10043950Apr 10, 2012Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. Applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles.
• 10043773Mar 22, 2012Steering. Nissan: altima, maxima, quest; power steering hose service part change. The hose now comes without the pressure sensor. Do not damage the pressure sensor upon removal or installation. If only the pressure sensor needs to be replaced, do not replace any hoses.
• 10040510Aug 24, 2011Suspension. Nissan: axle bolt and torque information.
• 10035684Jan 14, 2011Equipment. Nissan: navigation map data update matrix. Affecting all vehicles 2003-11 except leaf, equipped with navigation system. Customer is mailed update disc(s) or sd card and installs data; dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the dealership installs data when vehicle is brought in.
• 10031305Sep 30, 2010Tires. Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. *pe updated on 08-11-2011.
• 10032506Sep 13, 2010Equipment. Nissan: vent control valve replacement. When replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any lube to its o ring; for frontier (d40 series) only, install the protector listed in parts information. *pe includes…
• 10032992Apr 27, 2010Exterior lighting. Nissan: xenon head lamp service. A xenon headlamp is not functioning because of an issue inside the headlamp assembly (an internal issue). In most cases, replacement of a bulb or hid control unit will solve the incident. This includes all models with xenon head lamps. No models listed.
• 10033346Mar 19, 2010Equipment, Engine cooling. Nissan: revised vq35 engine timing chain procedures. Removal and installation procedures for the vq35 engine front timing chain case and timing chains (primary and secondary) have bee updated to no longer require removal of rocker covers and intake collector.
• 10030570Jul 16, 2009Engine cooling. Nissan: the mil is on and p0444 (evap canister purge volume control s/v circuit open) is stored in engine.
• 10030165Apr 6, 2009Electrical system. Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. No model years listed.
• 10024689Apr 28, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan; special automatic transmission fluid requirement. 2004 to current nissan vehicles.
• 10025503Apr 21, 2008Engine cooling. Airflowmeter service.
• 10023397Nov 15, 2007Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Door power mirrors inoperable.
• 10022421Jul 17, 2007Engine cooling. Buzzing/whining noise from timing chain area.
• 10021661May 1, 2007Brakes. Front brake caliper fluid residue.
• 10021508Apr 18, 2007Exterior lighting. Exterior lamp fogging.
• 10020932Nov 1, 2006Electrical system. Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0300, stored and ignition coils blistered.
• 10019613Mar 31, 2006Engine cooling. Mil on with dtc u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit.
• 10019626Mar 30, 2006Engine cooling. Engine oil cooler gasket available.
• 10019300Feb 8, 2006Engine cooling. Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit.
• 10019150Dec 21, 2005Engine cooling. There is a possibility that the water pump may develop a coolant leak due to contamination during the assembly process. Voluntary service campaign water pump replacement.
• 10018445Nov 28, 2005Engine cooling. Water pump service campaign update #1.
• 10018443Nov 28, 2005Engine cooling. Coolant leak from the water pump due to contamination.

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