2013 Nissan Armada Technical Service Bulletins

113 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2013 Nissan Armada. 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.

• 10119186Feb 13, 2017Equipment. BLUETOOTH, USB, AND AUX FUNCTION DIAGNOSTIC TOOL SERVICE INFORMATION The Enhanced Multi-Media Interface Tester (EMMIT) J-51922 is a new special tool that tests the functionality of the following features: Bluetooth o Pairing/Connecting o Phonebook Access Profile o Hands Free Profile (for calls) o Bluetooth Audio test o Message Access Profile (for text messages, if so equipped) USB o Tests USB music playback o Tests…
• 10120552Feb 6, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). POWER MOONROOF INITIALIZATION SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPPLIED VEHICES section and step 3 on page 3 have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions.
• 10119282Nov 28, 2016Engine. NISSAN; DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION FOR ABS DTC C1130 SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing for DTC C1130 (ENGINE SIGNAL): ECM related DTCs (P-codes) must be diagnosed, repaired, and DTCs erased first. - DTC C1130 is an ABS DTC that indicates an output signal of the ECM is not recognized. - Absent or incorrect ECM signals, that are indicated by corresponding P-codes, may trigger C1130 in the ABS control unit.
• 10091576Sep 28, 2016Equipment. "no audio during phone call with apple ios 10, navigation system reboots, and/or audio controls will not respond this bulletin has been amended. The title and if you confirm section have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin."
• 10091503Aug 4, 2016Equipment. "all model year 2012 and newer nissan vehicles; evap leak dtc p0442, p0455, p0456 information this bulletin has been amended. The title has been revised, and the bulletin now includes vehicles in production as of the date of this update. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions of this bulletin."
• 10091131Jul 27, 2016Equipment, Body and structure. "2004-2014 armada; power back door inoperative and bolt on power back door opener loose if you confirm -the power back door will not open or close when using any power open/close switch. And -the linkage for power back door has a loose or missing hex bolt (figure 1). Action 1. Replace the bolt shown in figure 1 with a new bolt from the parts information. -do not reuse the old bolt. -clean the threads in the linkage…
• 10192840Jun 9, 2016Tires, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most cases it is temporary. In extreme cases it can be permanent. Vehicles should be moved every 30 days, in one direction only, enough to rotate the tires 90° (see Figure 1). Moving…
• 10192821May 10, 2016Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission Control Modules (TCMs). Blank TCMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) and then configured after they are installed.
• 10192805Apr 18, 2016Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM A refrigerant leak at a refrigerant pipe/hose joint location. ACTIONS 1. Inspect the metal surfaces of the pipe/hose joint for damage or contamination. NOTE: Do not replace a refrigerant pipe, hose, or other A/C component if an o-ring seal will solve the leak incident, if it should occur. 2. If no damage is found to the joint metal surfaces, replace the O-ring seal. See this bulletin for further…
• 10192801Apr 13, 2016Equipment, Forward collision avoidance. SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192787Mar 29, 2016Fuel system, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION If the clip for the fuel filler cap tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary to replace the fuel filler cap. The clip or "pin" is now available as a separate service part. NOTE - Do not replace the fuel filler cap if only the pin is needed. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 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…
• 10192747Feb 25, 2016Engine cooling. IF YOU CONFRIM An oil leak at the right side block ball plug behind the alternator. ACTION Use a punch to seat the block ball plug in the hole (refer to the Service Procedure). NOTE - Do not replace the engine block for this incident if it should occur. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192736Feb 10, 2016Equipment, Forward collision avoidance. SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing the front sonar parking sensor for unwanted activation (e.g. sonar activates with no obstacle ahead), inspect the front license plate, front license plate frame and if equipped, the front license plate bracket. See page 2 for example photos.
• 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…
• 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.
• 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.
• 10192650Oct 8, 2015Electrical system, Equipment. IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states HomeLink will not operate or has improper operation. ACTIONS 1. To significantly reduce unnecessary repairs, make sure: a. The vehicle is not in "Transit Mode" (if equipped). - Not in Transit Mode: With the turn signal switch is in the OFF (center) position, turn the ignition from OFF to ON. If the turn signal indicators stay OFF (do not illuminate), the vehicle is not in Transit…
• 10192638Sep 15, 2015Back-over prevention (rear camera), Wheels, Brakes, Lane departure. SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Data" (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) condition - Sensor leaks - Moving TPMS/LTPWS wheel assemblies from one vehicle to another and TPMS/LTPWS sensor registration - Air pressure changes with…
• 10192615Aug 6, 2015Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be repaired (whether under warranty or customer pay) to ensure proper vehicle operation. However, certain normal operating conditions can be misdiagnosed as a leak requiring repair.
• 10192614Aug 6, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION If the AV Control Unit needs to be replaced on an Applied Vehicle for any reason, follow the steps in the Service Procedure to configure the Multi AV system. NOTE - The original AV Control Unit must be installed in the vehicle while performing part of this procedure. DO NOT remove the original AV Control Unit until instructed. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192597Jul 6, 2015Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera), Steering, Brakes, Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when improperly dismounting and mounting tires. - TPMS sensors becoming damaged during mounting or dismounting tires are not covered under warranty.
• 10192593Jun 29, 2015Back-over prevention (rear camera). IF YOU CONFIRM One or more of the following DTCs are present: * P0139 - HO2S2 (B1) (Heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit slow response) * P0159 - HO2S2 (B2) (Heated oxygen sensor 2 circuit slow response) NOTE: Do not replace O2 sensors for the DTCs above if the vehicle?s current ECM part number is in TABLE A on page 5. ACTION 1. Refer to step 6 in the SERVICE PROCEDURE to confirm this bulletin applies to the vehicle you…
• 10192591Jun 24, 2015Engine cooling. SERVICE INFORMATION After ECM reprogramming, the Calibration Verification Number (CVN) needs to be automatically calculated prior to State emissions testing (also known as Inspection Maintainence, I/M, or SMOG testing depending upon location). Allowing the vehicle to idle for 22 minutes will allow for faster CVN calculation. It is recommended that customers utilize this method if the vehicle needs to be tested for…
• 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…
• 10192563Apr 21, 2015Vehicle speed control, Equipment, Seat belts, Electrical system. IF YOU CONFIRM The I-Key door handle request switch intermittently will not lock or unlock the doors. and The vehicle has painted door handles. and Key fob has been function tested and signal strength is correct. ACTION Replace the door handles with the new door handles listed in Table A on page 2. - Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section DLK Door & Lock, for information about door handle…
• 10192562Apr 21, 2015Seat belts, Vehicle speed control, Electrical system, Equipment, Air bags. SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlock automatically when the ignition is placed in the OFF position (models with Intelligent Key system) or when the key is removed from the ignition switch (models without Intelligent…
• 10192561Apr 20, 2015Lane departure. SERVICE INFORMATION If you confirm there is a need to replace the combination meter front cover (lens) on an Applied Vehicle for any reason (scratch, blemish, etc.): - Do not replace the entire combination meter assemby. The front cover of the combination meter assembly is available as a separate service part. - Refer to the Electronic Service Manual, section MWI-Meter, Warning Lamp & Indicator, for replacement…
• 10192542Mar 16, 2015Wheels. SERVICE INFORMATION For vehicles delivered to the dealers with wheel protector covers - Do not remove the wheel protector covers during Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Wheel protector covers help prevent cosmetic rotor corrosion. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192532Mar 11, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE - Failure to follow the procedures in this bulletin may result in the denial of a warranty claim. In an effort to protect the paint finish, Paint Guard Film (PGF) is applied on many new Nissan vehicles. Paint Guard Film is a temporary white plastic protective film that is applied by the factory to the horizontal painted surfaces of the vehicle.
• 10192524Feb 6, 2015Steering, Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when actually, it?s not. Use this service bulletin to help make a more accurate diagnosis of the steering rack. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192513Jan 16, 2015Air bags, Equipment, Back-over prevention (rear camera). SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could result in serious personal injury or death. Nissan STRONGLY RECOMMENDS AGAINST making any change to seat trim materials from the factory equipped condition.
• 10192508Jan 15, 2015Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION DTC B2190 (NATS ANTENNA AMP) can be stored for the following reasons: 1. Something other than an Intelligent Key is inserted into the Key-Slot. 2. An Intelligent Key issue. 3. A wiring issue between the Key-Slot and the BCM. 4. A Key-Slot issue. If DTC B2190 is stored due to 1 or 2 above, it will not erase, or go to "PAST", until a known good registered Intelligent Key is inserted into the…
• 10192474Nov 20, 2014Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the driver is resting their left foot on the brake pedal while accelerating. Advise the customer not to rest their foot on the brake while accelerating. * Use CONSULT-III plus in Engine Data Monitor to check operation of the brake lamp circuit…
• 10192394Jun 24, 2014Equipment, Electrical system. SERVICE INFORMATION Related to communication codes U1000, U1001, U1002, U1010: - Always diagnose the communication codes first. - When a module reports a U1000 code, it is typically operating normally; however, there is a communication error external to that module on the CAN network. - U1000 indicates an error. V-CAN diagram or CAN Diag Support Monitor provides data to determine the location of the error. See this…
• 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.
• 10192349Apr 24, 2014Seats, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION The applied models can be equipped with a "factory installed" 2nd Row DVD system, or have an "accessory installed" 2nd Row DVD system (Figure 1). Before beginning diagnostics, confirm which type of 2nd Row DVD system is installed. This bulletin and the information on pages 2 and 3 applies only to the accessory installed 2nd Row DVD system.
• 10192326Feb 19, 2014Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION The specifications for the intake and exhaust valves and valve lifter service parts have been changed. * The valve stem length of both intake and exhaust valve has been increased (Figure 1) and are a direct replacement for the shorter style valve. * The related valve lifter cup has been shortened (Figure 2) and the point at which the valve lifter contacts the valve stem has been shortened (not…
• 10192305Jan 27, 2014Equipment, Air bags. SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 10192293Jan 13, 2014Engine, Engine cooling. SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement Engine Control Modules (ECMs) for many newer Nissan vehicles are now "Blank" ECMs. Blank ECMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) before they will function. See this bulletin for further detail.
• 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.
• 10192244Oct 4, 2013Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Vehicle speed control, Air bags. IF YOU CONFIRM The "Comfort" option under the Non-Navigation system's user configurable settings menu is missing from the scroll down menu, which includes: Auto Interior Illumination, Light Sensitivity, Light Off Delay, Speed Sensing Wiper Interval, Selective Door Unlock, and Return all Settings to Default ACTION 1. Follow the SERVICE PROCEDURE to load the Reprogramming Software DVD referenced in PARTS INFORMATION…
• 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.
• 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.
• 10192229Aug 12, 2013Fuel system, Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. SERVICE INFORMATION When replacing the left side transmission to radiator cooler hose shown in Figure 1 for any reason, use the superseded part listed in the Parts Information table below. NOTE: * When replacing this hose, replace both spring clamps with new ones. * Refer to the Electronic Service manual for hose replacement information. Refer to this bulletin for further details.
• 10053417Aug 12, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Nissan: on some vehicles, when replacing left side transmission to radiator cooler hose, for any reason, use superseded part. Model 2010-2013 titan, armada.

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