2016 Nissan Altima Technical Service Bulletins

323 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 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.

• 10194197Mar 22, 2016Steering, Equipment. 2016 Altima; Vibration felt in center console and broning heard while driving
• 10192780Mar 22, 2016Engine cooling. IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is ON with P0116 Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT SENSOR) stored, and There are no drivability issues. 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. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192779Mar 22, 2016Wheels, Steering, Equipment, Suspension. IF YOU CONFIRM A vibration is felt in the center console armrest pad, seat base and steering wheel that is accompanied by a droning sound. - Only while driving (does not occur at idle). And - With engine RPM at approximately 1,600 to 1,800. ACTION Remove two rubber "front exhaust tube hangers" shown in Figure 1 that support the rear of the center exhaust tube. IMPORTANT: Vehicles built after the Applied VIN and…
• 10075098Mar 22, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10194186Mar 21, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. Telematics Service Information
• 10075087Mar 21, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10192773Mar 11, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. IF YOU CONFIRM: The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration), AND One of the following DTCs are stored in the TCM: - P17F0 (CVT_JUDDER (T/M INSPECTION)) - P17F1 (CVT_JUDDER (C/U INSPECTION)) NOTE: - If a transmission judder (as described above) is NOT reported by the customer, this bulletin does not apply. - If DTC P17F0 or P17F1 was NOT found stored, this…
• 10192758Mar 2, 2016Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM: Any one or a combination of the following after opening and/or closing a door (as it applies): * The auto headlights do not time out after the ignition is set to the OFF position. * The interior lights do not come ON. * Rogue only: The radio will not turn OFF after ignition is turned OFF. * The Vehicle Information Display in the combination meter showing "door ajar" when the doors are closed. * The…
• 10192750Feb 26, 2016Exterior lighting. SERVICE INFORMATION Occasionally customers may notice water vapor or fog in the headlamps. The information, illustrations, and flow chart in this bulletin are provided to help you in determining if an incident for water/condensation in the headlamps is normal or not. Nissan?s new vehicle limited warranty does not cover physically damaged (cracked or broken) headlamps. All current headlamp assemblies are vented to…
• 10192744Feb 22, 2016Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM The MIL is "ON" with DTC P0603 (ECM BACK UP/CIRCUIT). ACTION 1. Confirm that the battery voltage is 11 volts, or more, with the ignition ON (engine OFF, not running). 2. Erase DTC 3. Perform DTC confirmation steps in the Service Procedure. 4. Confirm 1st trip DTC P0603 is not stored. NOTE: P0603 is often the result of low battery voltage, discharged battery or battery terminal disconnections. Please…
• 10192735Feb 9, 2016Equipment, Exterior lighting. SERVICE INFORMATION For current production 2016 Altima, if equipped with fog lamps: - The fog lamp assemblies also function as Day Time Running Lights. - Each fog lamp assembly has two bulbs, one for the fog lamp and one for the Day Time Running Light. - The Day Time Running Lights are ON when: - Engine is running - Parking brake is released - Headlamps are OFF NOTE: The current Owner?s Manual indicates that, if…
• 10192727Jan 28, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SERVICE INFORMATION The purpose of this bulletin is to give Nissan dealers guidelines to help determine if windshield breakage is covered under warranty or is the customer?s responsibility. Nissan North America (NNA) is not responsible for damage to glass that is a result of objects striking or scratching the glass. However, NNA is responsible for manufacturing issues such as distorted glass and cracks that are due…
• 10192720Jan 15, 2016Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION The function to detect the last item to trigger the vehicles theft alarm system can now be accessed with CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus). This function can be accessed by selecting: * Diagnosis (All Systems) or Diagnosis (One System). Then * BCM Then * THEFT ALM Then * Work Support Then * THEFT ALM TRG. See this bulletin for further details.
• 10192717Jan 4, 2016Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Whenever all Intelligent Keys of an APPLIED VEHICLE are lost AND the BCM is in Transit Mode, the BCM does not need to be replaced when replacing the lost Intelligent Keys. When all of the following conditions of an APPLIED VEHICLE are verified: - The BCM is in Transit Mode. - The BCM will not respond to CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus). It does not show up on System Call. - All Intelligent Keys are…
• 10192714Jan 4, 2016Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION When the BCM in an APPLIED VEHICLE is being replaced for any reason, all existing Intelligent Keys must be re-registered. If new Intelligent Keys are added to the existing Intelligent Keys at the same time the BCM is being replaced, the procedure in this bulletin must be followed. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192707Dec 17, 2015Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION The Intelligent Keys used on the various Nissan vehicles may not be interchangeable between models and years. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192687Nov 20, 2015Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Design and process changes have been made to improve battery voltage at dealer receipt. Our goal is to deliver vehicles to customers with a 12 volt battery in excellent condition. Proper dealership storage and maintenance of vehicle 12 volt batteries is essential to insuring good battery operating life and customer satisfaction. Dealers are responsible for maintaining vehicles in their inventory.
• 10192683Nov 18, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION: The 2016 Altima "S" model, is not equipped with the "grade" (model) emblem on the trunk lid (Figure 1). Installation of such an emblem is not covered under the Nissan New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Please see this bulletin for further details.
• 10192679Nov 16, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SERVICE INFORMATION Power moonroof initialization procedures for the Applied Vehicles have been revised. The procedure described in this bulletin differs from the procedure in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). At a later date and where possible, the applicable ESMs will be updated with the revised procedures. Follow the procedure in this bulletin should the power moonroof in an Applied Vehicle need to be…
• 10192677Nov 16, 2015Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield can be cleaned off by using #0000 super fine steel wool. >The #0000 grade super fine steel wool can be found in most hardware stores. Please see this bulletin for further details.
• 10192580Jun 12, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION When replacing both of the vehicle?s I-Keys, due to being lost prior to vehicle delivery, new I-Keys can now be registered without the BCM (or ECM) being replaced. Do not replace the BCM (or ECM) before replacing I-Keys for the Applied Vehicles. Please see this bulletin for further details.
• 10192574May 7, 2015Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION The appearance of painted alloy wheels can be damaged if acidic cleaners are used. DO NOT use Chrome Wheel Cleaner on Painted Wheels. Many chrome wheel cleaners have acidic ingredients. Make sure to follow all instruction in the Appearance and Care Section of the Owner?s Manual. Damage to wheel appearance due to the use of inappropriate chemicals or cleaning products is not covered under…
• 10192354Apr 29, 2014Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Warranty claims coding for repairing wiring harnesses for all Nissan vehicles has changed. This bulletin gives an outline of the technician?s responsibilities in assisting the dealer?s claims administrator to properly code a harness repair. Failure to provide correct information may result in claims suspension or rejection. See this bulletin for further detail.

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