2013 Nissan Altima Technical Service Bulletins

370 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 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.

• 10192282Dec 11, 2013Engine cooling, Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Intelligent Key (I-Key) systems on the Applied Vehicles use two (2) different Radio Frequencies (RF) that are similar to other wireless devices; 315 MHz and 433 MHz. In the event another wireless device (e.g. aftermarket alarm system) is transmitting at the same time as an I-Key, it can interfere with the I-Key signals being received by the BCM.
• 10192275Dec 5, 2013Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM: All functions of an Applied Vehicle's remotes will not work after the doors have been locked and the BCM goes into "sleep mode" (about 15-20 minutes). ALL of the following MUST be verified in the given order: 1. All remote functions do not work after the BCM goes into "sleep mode". 2. All remote functions will work again after pressing one of the request switches on the vehicle. 3.
• 10054110Dec 5, 2013Equipment. Nissan: once doors are locked and bcm goes into sleep mode (15-20 minutes), applied vehicle's remotes will not work. Model 2013 altima, pathfinder.
• 10192272Nov 26, 2013Body and structure. IF YOU CONFIRM: Contact marks on the painted surface of the body are visible anywhere along the forward edges of either rear combination lamp. ACTION: 1. Using standard auto body repair practices, perform a Refinish Half-Block Repair to the area(s) affected by the rear combination lamp(s). 2. Apply a piece of protective urethane tape (see PARTS INFORMATION) on both sides of the vehicle where shown in the SERVICE…
• 10192271Nov 26, 2013Steering, Suspension, Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM - There is a drumming noise from the right front Strut Tower area when the Steering Wheel is being turned to the left and while moving at under 15 MPH, and/or - A witness mark is present as shown in Figures 1 and 2 on page 2. ACTION - Replace the right front strut Coil Spring with the model specific part listed on page 3 under PARTS INFORMATION. - Repair witness mark with SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 2…
• 10053958Nov 15, 2013Fuel system. Nissan: certain vehicles would display, in the instrument cluster, a warning light illumination of a loose fuel cap warning. Model years 2012-2014. No models listed.
• 10192255Oct 23, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Lane departure, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin contains diagnostic information related to 2013 and 2014 Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Blind Spot Warning (BSW) systems. Although the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) should be used primarily when inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing LDW / BSW related issues, the supplemental information in this bulletin will assist in these areas. See…
• 10054527Sep 26, 2013Tires. Nissan: information regarding tire pressure monitor system (tpms) and low tire pressure warning system (ltpws) for sensor leaks, air pressure changes with altitude and ambient temperatures, aftermarket wheels, radio frequency interference causing no data condition and inflating/deflating tires with tpms/ltpws sensors. Model all. No models years.
• 10053324Sep 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan: some vehicles, during light acceleration, may experience a judder. No stored dtcs.
• 10052342Sep 10, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan: shudder from the torque converter lock-up clutch engagement. *kb updated on 7/16/2013. *kb updated 10/24/13.
• 10052461Aug 28, 2013Steering. Nissan: noise coming from engine on passenger side and getting louder and also from hydraulic power steering. Models 2013 altima. *pe updated 1/9/2014
• 10192234Aug 27, 2013Equipment. Two methods are used to update/upgrade Navigation Map Data: 1. The customer goes to www.nissannavigation.com and is mailed update disc(s) or SD Card and installs data, OR 2. The dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the customer must visit the dealership to have data installed. Use the matrix in this bulletin to determine which method is utilized for each Applied Vehicle. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192233Aug 27, 2013Equipment, Wheels. Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming…
• 10192231Aug 26, 2013Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION This TSB is for troubleshooting of CAN Modules with "Diag-On-CAN" Diagnostics. The flow charts below are meant to troubleshoot current CAN DTCs. The flow charts are intended to diagnose one module at a time; repeat the process as needed for additional control units. Please see this bulleitn for further details.
• 10052964Jul 30, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan: information regarding the prevention of deleting eeprom while reprogramming the tcm.
• 10192222Jul 25, 2013Fuel system. SERVICE INFORMATION Part order approval from TECH LINE is no longer required when replacing the Audio Visual (A/V) Control Unit on an Applied Vehicle. Previously, TECH LINE would need to be contacted to confirm (or assist with) diagnosis and the proper repair prior to ordering an A/V control unit. This process has been suspended.
• 10192217Jul 23, 2013Wheels, Steering, Brakes. If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical…
• 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…
• 10192213Jul 17, 2013Equipment, Body and structure. SERVICE INFORMATION While performing the Intelligent Key Registration procedure, additional steps may need to be performed if the following occurs: - the first registration attempt is unsuccessful, AND - during the next registration attempt, CONSULT-III plus becomes hung up / stuck (see Figure 1 in the bulletin) prior to the pre-PIN read step and will not allow you to proceed. Perform the additional steps…
• 10192207Jul 5, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system, Transmission and…. IF YOU CONFIRM: A rattle or groan type noise is coming from the right front strut tower / engine area when: - An applied vehicle is traveling at 20 - 40 MPH AND / OR - The engine is running at 1,400 - 1,500 RPM AND - The generator (alternator) is the source of the noise. NOTE: This noise may be misdiagnosed as CVT or heat shield related. ACTION: Replace the alternator with the one listed in PARTS INFORMATION.
• 10192206Jul 5, 2013Seats. On certain Model Year 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats, the seat heating feature may not work as designed. Nissan will conduct a Voluntary Service Campaign by inspecting the seat harnesses and if necessary, install seat sub-harnesses to resolve the issue at no charge for parts or labor. Campain ID: PC212 See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10052622Jul 5, 2013Engine. Nissan: on certain vehicles, noise, rattle or groan, is coming from engine area right front strut tower, when driving 20-40mph. Model 2013 altima.
• 10052171Jul 5, 2013Seats. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. On some vehicles, the front heated seats will malfunction and not work as designed and seats must be inspected and install seat sub harnesses, if necessary. Models 2013 altima. *pe udpated 7/12/2013. *kb updated 8/21/13.
• 10192197Jun 17, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine has an extended crank before starting. - This issue may be intermittent. ACTION: Confirm this bulletin applies. - Compare the vehicle's current ECM part number to those listed in Table A (see page 4). - If the ECM part number does not match one listed in Table A, this bulletin does not apply. Go back to ASIST for further diagnostic and repair information. - If this bulletin applies…
• 10192195Jun 17, 2013Air bags, Steering, Seats, Wheels, Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION If you confirm there is a need to replace the steering wheel switches on an Applied Vehicle for any reason: - Do not replace the driver air bag module. The steering wheel switches are now available as a separate service part. - Refer to the Service Procedure in this bulletin for steering wheel switch removal and installation instructions. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10052411Jun 17, 2013Electrical system, Engine. Nissan: some vehicles would experience an extended cranking before engine would start and need to have electronic control module (ecm) reprogrammed. Model 2013 altima.
• 10052407Jun 17, 2013Steering. Nissan: service information on the removal and installation of service parts, on certain vehicles, for the steering wheel switch, if needed, without replacing the driver airbag module. Models 2007-2013 altima.
• 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…
• 10192187Jun 3, 2013Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). SERVICE INFORMATION On vehicles equipped with Navigation or Base Audio, the HVAC Display Screen, Base Audio display and overhead Lamp (located in overhead console) may shut off (black out) if the daytime or nighttime illumination controls are set to less than 1 bar. * Under these conditions the operation of the HVAC display, Base Audio unit and the overhead lighting illumination are possibly operating correctly…
• 10192186May 30, 2013Air bags, Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Exterior lighting. IF YOU CONFIRM: The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is "ON" with DTC P062F (Internal Control Module EEPROM Error) stored in the Transmission Control Module (TCM). and " No drivability symptoms are present. ACTION: 1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you are working on. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the TCM. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10052282May 23, 2013Equipment. Nissan: service information regarding certain vehicles, equipped with blind spot warning (bsw) and lane departure warning (ldw) systems, needing to be checked, diagnose, inspected and repaired, if needed, by using electronic service manual (esm) and supplemental information. Models 2013 altima.
• 10052172May 16, 2013Electrical system. Nissan: on some vehicles, the engine stop after accelerating after 15 minutes of idling or from a stop or after refueling. Model 2013 altima.
• 10192180May 15, 2013Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. IF YOU CONFIRM: The engine of an applied vehicle stops only on the first attempt of accelerating from a stop after either of the following conditions: - The engine has been idling for 15 minutes or longer. - The vehicle was just refueled. ACTION: Confirm this bulletin applies. - Compare the vehicle's current ECM part number to those listed in Table A (see page 4). If the ECM part number does not match one listed in…
• 10192178May 14, 2013Suspension. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer would like to activate a subscription for any of the following services: - SiriusXM Satellite Radio, NavTraffic, NavWeather, Travel Link Weather OR If a radio is replaced for any reason, and a customer has an active subscription to any of the above services, OR If a customer claims to have an active subscription to any of the above services, AND any portion of the subscribed…
• 10192176May 13, 2013Seats. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat subharnesses on certain 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats.
• 10192174May 10, 2013Seats. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to inspect and, if necessary, replace the seat subharnesses on certain 2013 Nissan Altima Sedan vehicles equipped with heated front seats.
• 10192173May 9, 2013Equipment. Nissan is conducting a dealer inventory inspection on certain specific MY13 Nissan Altima (L33) and Maxima (A35) vehicles to inspect the rear members for proper parts application.
• 10192171May 6, 2013Brakes. IF YOU CONFIRM: * A rattle is coming from the rear of the vehicle when the audio system is on. * Rattle is more pronounced with high volume and/or low frequencies. * Rattle can be from the left or the right rear and will stop if pressure is appied to either of the rear C-Piller finishers. ACTION: * Apply felt tape to both of the C-pillar finishers at the area shown in Figure 4, on page 2. See this bulletin for…
• 10192170May 1, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Vehicle speed control, Equipment, Air…. SERVICE INFORMATION If the door mirror corner finisher of either front door has to be removed or replaced for any reason, make sure to remove it as noted in the picture (see bulletin). NOTE: The front door finisher must be removed prior to door mirror corner finisher removal. Refer to the L DRIVER CONTROLS>MIR Mirrors section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192169Apr 30, 2013Body and structure, Vehicle speed control. IF YOU CONFIRM: The front lower corner of either front door, when opened or closed, rubs the center mud guard AND There is no body damage causing this issue. ACTION: Replace the center mud guard(s) with the one(s) listed in PARTS INFORMATION. - Replace only the center mud guard with the condition stated above. - DO NOT attempt to adjust the front door or any other body parts for this issue, if it should occur…
• 10192163Apr 9, 2013Electrical system, Brakes, Transmission and drivetrain, Back-over prevention…. IF YOU CONFIRM: A buzz or rattle type noise is coming from either front door ONLY when operating the audio system with a lot of bass. - The noise stops when applying pressure to the top of the front door power window and door lock switch finisher(s). - ANY noises heard from any other area under the same conditions are not related to this incident. ACTION: Replace both front door power window and door lock switch…
• 10192162Apr 5, 2013Brakes, Equipment. Nissan is conducting a dealer inventory inspection to inspect the spare tire pressure on certain specific MY13 Altima vehicles built at the Canton, MS plant.
• 10192160Apr 4, 2013Electrical system. On certain 2013 Altima vehicles equipped with the V6 engine, an Engine Control Module (ECM) improper calibration may cause damage to the Air Fuel (A/F) sensors. To remedy this potential condition, Nissan is conducting this Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the ECM and, if needed, replace the A/F sensors. This service will be performed at no charge for parts or labor. See this bulletin for further detail…
• 10192159Apr 4, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. IF YOU CONFIRM: The MIL is "ON" with one or more of the following DTCs stored - P0130, P014C, P014D, P2097 ACTION: 1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you are working on. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ECM and replace the appropriate A/F sensor. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192158Apr 4, 2013Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Improper adjustment or operation of the ASCD brake switch can cause the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) to "not set" and/or DTC P0605 (ECM) to store. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10051802Apr 4, 2013Engine, Fuel system, Other or unknown. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. The air fuel (a/f) sensors may be damaged due to engine control module (ecm) improper calibration. Models 2013 altima.
• 10051768Apr 4, 2013Vehicle speed control. Nissan: cruise control will not set and dtc p0605 is stored.
• 10192155Apr 3, 2013Vehicle speed control, Seat belts. SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either the "Comfort & Conv." settings of the Audio/Visual/Navigation system, orthrough the "Combination Meter settings" depending on the vehicle model, year and trim level. NOTE: In some instances this feature may be unintentionally disabled…
• 10051767Apr 3, 2013Latches, locks and linkages. Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
• 10192154Apr 2, 2013Electrical system, Body and structure. IF YOUR CONFIRM: During or after a "Remote Engine Start" (RES) operation: * The ignition switch will not respond to any input. And * ELEC IGN relay and IPDM IGN relay may turn ON and OFF continuously, while ACC remains OFF. * Brake and charge lamps may blink continuously. * DTCs P2103 and U1000 may be present. ACTION: * Replace Body Control Module (BCM) with Part listed below in PARTS INFORMATION. Please see this…

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