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.

• 10192152Mar 22, 2013Equipment, Seat belts. SERVICE INFORMATION - The Valve Timing Control exploded view graphic in the 2013 Altima Sedan Electronic Service Manual (ESM) has an error. - In the image, the Intake Valve Timing Intermediate Lock Control Solenoid Valve and Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve are mislabeled. - Refer to this bulletin for correct solenoid valve postion information until the ESM is updated.
• 10051659Mar 22, 2013Engine. Nissan: intake valve timing control solenoid valve. The valve timing control exploded view graphic on the 2013 altima sedan electronic service manual (esm) has an error.
• 10192147Mar 20, 2013Back-over prevention (rear camera). IF YOU CONFIRM: The center display screen intermittently goes blank (nothing is displayed) for a few seconds and then returns to normal display, and/or Audiobooks, playing through the iPod mode, play at 2x to 3x normal speed. ACTION: Install the new programming software (version B008). See this bulletin for further detail.
• 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…
• 10192127Feb 15, 2013Body and structure. SERVICE INFORMATION If a CD/DVD Player incident is noted, a possible cause may be improper CD/DVD disc care, condition, or usage. This bulletin provides updated CD/DVD Player operation instructions to avoid potential incidents/customer concerns caused by improper care and usage of CD/DVD discs. To aid in solving customer concerns, use the guidelines in this bulletin when speaking to customers or inspecting incident…
• 10192124Feb 8, 2013Air bags, Lane departure. IF YOU CONFIRM: DTC C1197 is stored in the ABS actuator and electric unit (ABS control unit). NOTE: The brake warning light may be on. ACTION: 1. Refer to page 4, step 8 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin pertains to an applied vehicle that you are working on. 2. If this bulletin applies, reprogram the ABS control unit.
• 10052076Feb 8, 2013Electrical system, Brakes. Nissan: a possibility that warning light for the brake, may be on and the abs control unit needs to be reprogram. Model 2013 altima.
• 10192123Feb 7, 2013Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION The installation instructions for the Interior Accent Lighting Kit have been changed and are now available in ASIST. ? Accessory lighting kits installed prior to the release of these instructions will illuminate constantly while the ignition is on. ? Accessory lighting kits installed after the release of these instructions will illuminate only when the headlights are on.
• 10192122Feb 7, 2013Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states one or more of the following is occurring: -- While tuned to an XM® satellite radio channel, "Loading" displays on the screen while driving in a clear signal area with no overhead obstructions. > No sound is output from the speakers while this occurs. > All other audio modes (AM/FM/CD/AUX) work properly. > The "Loading" message goes away and sound returns when the ignition is…
• 10192120Feb 1, 2013Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM Oil is leaking from the upper end of the engine oil cooler. ACTION: Reseal the oil cooler with the parts listed in the PARTS INFORMATION on page 2. - For repairs, refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE starting on page 3. NOTE: Do not replace the complete engine oil cooler assembly for this incident, if it should occur. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10045701Jan 23, 2013Electrical system. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. On vehicles, combination meter needs to be reprogram due to non illumination of portions of the combination meter. Models 2013 altima. *pe updated 9/24/12. *pe updated 3/22/2013
• 10192112Jan 22, 2013Exterior lighting. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the combination meter illumination function. On the affected vehicles, portions of the combination meter may not illuminate as designed. This service will be performed at no charge for parts or labor. See this bulletin for further detail. Campaign ID # P2537
• 10192100Dec 21, 2012Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION To increase tire/wheel assembly balancing accuracy, proper steps should be followed - Make sure to use the correct size wheel centering collet (do not use a cone). - Make sure to use a flange plate and stud set to secure the tire/wheel assembly on the balancer (do not use a cup). - Perform proper wheel mounting and centering checks. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192073Nov 19, 2012Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION After any diagnostic or reprogramming activity using the CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) Vehicle Interface (VI), the vehicle ignition must be cycled OFF > ON 5 seconds > OFF. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192054Oct 18, 2012Steering, Brakes. SERVICE INFORMATION The 2013 Altima and Pathfinder have a new style Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). TPMS ID registration can be performed using one of the following procedures: - Transmitter Activation tool (J-45295-A) with CONSULT-III plus (preferred method) - Signal Tech II tool (J-50190) with CONSULT-III plus (preferred method) - Signal Tech II tool (J-50190) without CONSULT -III plus - CONSULT-III plus…
• 10046602Sep 27, 2012Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Nissan: see document search button for owner letter. Transmission control unit (tcm) needs to be reprogram on certain model vehicles to improve durability. Model 2013 altima.
• 10046601Sep 25, 2012Brakes. Nissan: bulletin regarding diagnosis of abs/vdc wheel speed sensor. Model 2007-2013 nissan.
• 10047059Aug 27, 2012Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Nissan: rain sensors may operate, intermittently or unexpectedly, when exhaust gas, moisture, fingerprints, dirt, or insects are near or around rain sensors. No models or model years listed.
• 10046040Jun 7, 2012Steering. Nissan: certain vehicles have service action regarding checking steering column pinch bolt torquing. Models 2013 altima.
• 10046039Jun 7, 2012Steering. Nissan: on certain vehicles, the steering column mounting nuts should be checked, to ensure torque has been applied correctly. Models 2013 altima.

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