Classification:

EL18-033

Reference:

Date:

NTB18-076

November 6, 2018

2018 KICKS;
REAR SONAR DOES NOT WORK WITH HEADLAMPS ON
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2018 Kicks (P15)
APPLIED SYSTEM: Dealer or Vehicle Processing Center (VPC) installed rear sonar

IF YOU CONFIRM
The rear sonar system does not work with the headlamps and/or parking lamps ON.
NOTE: The rear sonar system works normally with the headlamps and parking lamps
OFF.

ACTION
Reposition two (2) of the electrical wire terminals in the driver side rear combination lamp
connector and inside harness connector of the rear sonar harness assembly.

IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you
will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it
contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Handle interior trim carefully to avoid damage. Work with clean hands and
clean tools to avoid dirt and stains. Position clean suitable covering in the vehicle where
work is being performed. Perform repairs in a clean working area on a soft surface,
such as a fender cover, cardboard, etc.
IMPORTANT: Follow all cautions, warnings, and notes in the Electronic Service Manual
(ESM) when working on or near a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), such as an air
bag.

1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Write down the audio settings.
Presets 1
AM
FM 1
FM 2
SAT 1
SAT 2
SAT 3
Bass
Treble

2

3

Balance

4

Fade

5

6

Speed Sen. Vol.

3. Turn OFF the ignition.
4. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
5. Wait at least three (3) minutes before continuing.

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6. Disconnect the parcel shelf finisher
straps from the back door, and then
remove the parcel shelf finisher.

Finisher

Figure 1
7. Remove the two (2) driver side luggage
side lower finisher clips with a suitable
plastic trim tool.

Figure 2
8. Unfasten the two (2) driver side luggage
side upper finisher clips.

Figure 3

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9. Remove the two (2) 10 mm bolts
securing the driver side rear combination
lamp (combination lamp).
10. Grab the combination lamp, and then
carefully pull it off the vehicle body.


The combination lamp is fastened to
the vehicle body by the 2 bolts and 2
push pins.

Figure 4
NOTE: The push pins are part of the
combination lamp.

Figure 5
11. Disconnect the combination lamp
harness connector, and then remove the
combination lamp.

Figure 6
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NOTE: To keep the orientation of the combination lamp harness connector consistent,
hold it with the lock at the top.
12. Remove the retainer by inserting a suitable pick in the notched hole and carefully prying
out.

Retainer

Lock

Tool
Figure 7
13. Remove the terminals of the blue and black wires from the combination lamp harness
connector (see Figures 10 and 11 for selecting the correct blue wire).
 Using a suitable pick, pry inward on the locking tabs, and then pull out the wires from
the harness side of the connector. A flashlight may help see the tabs better.
 The right side locking tab in Figure 8 is shown in the unlocked position.
NOTE: The color of the blue wire in Figure 9 is enhanced for easier viewing. Normally,
it is the same shade of blue as the other blue wires.

Retainer
removed
Locking
tab

Locking
tab

Insert
pick here

Figure 8

Figure 9
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14. Insert the black wire where the blue wire was positioned.


A slight audible click is heard when the terminal locks in place. Tug on the wire to
make sure the terminal is locked in.

15. Insert the blue wire where the black wire was positioned.


A slight audible click is heard when the terminal locks in place. Tug on the wire to
make sure the terminal is locked in.

NOTE: The color of the blue wire in Figure 10 and Figure 11 is enhanced for easier
viewing. Normally, it is the same shade of blue as the other blue wires.

Lock

NG

Blue wire
Black wire

OK

Black wire

Blue wire

Figure 10

Figure 11

16. Install the retainer with a suitable pair of
needle nose pliers or equivalent tool.

Figure 12

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17. Locate the foam wrapped harness
connector shown in Figure 13.


This connector will be rewrapped and
fastened in the same position during
assembly. Remember its position.
Area in front of
combination lamp

Luggage
side lower
finisher

Figure 13

18. Using a suitable cutting tool, cut the
“wire tie”, and then peel off the foam
from the connector.
NOTE: Figure 14 shows the connector
with foam and “wire tie” removed.

Connector

Figure 14

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19. Disconnect the connector.
NOTE:


Perform repairs to the circled
connector, not the one with the red
“X” (see Figure 15).

Figure 15



To keep the orientation of the
connector consistent, hold it with
the lock opening at the bottom.

Lock
opening
Figure 16

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20. Remove the retainer by inserting a suitable pick in the notched hole and carefully prying
out.
Notched
hole

Retainer

Figure 17

Figure 18

21. Remove both terminals of the blue and black wires from the connector (see Figures 21
and 22 for selecting the correct blue wire).
 Using a suitable pick, pry inward on the locking tabs, and then pull out the wires from
the harness side of the connector. A flashlight may help see the tabs better.
 The right side locking tab in Figure 19 is shown in the unlocked position.

Retainer
removed
Insert
pick here

Locking
tab

Locking
tab

Figure 19

Figure 20

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22. Insert the black wire where the blue wire was positioned.


A slight audible click is heard when the terminal locks in place. Tug on the wire to
make sure the terminal is locked in.

23. Insert the blue wire where the black wire was positioned.


A slight audible click is heard when the terminal locks in place. Tug on the wire to
make sure the terminal is locked in.

NG

Blue wire

Black wire

OK

Blue wire

Black wire

Lock
opening
Figure 21

Figure 22

24. Insert the retainer using a suitable pair
of needle nose pliers.
CAUTION: Make sure none of the pins
are bent.

Figure 23

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25. Reconnect the connector inside the vehicle, and the combination lamp harness
connector.


Make sure an audible click is heard when connecting both connectors.



Install the combination lamp with the 2 push pins only at this time.
CAUTION: Do not let the combination lamp hang by its connector.

26. IMPORTANT: Operate the rear sonar system, verify it works properly with the
headlamps ON and OFF.
27. Reassemble the vehicle in reverse order of steps 6-11.


Make sure to rewrap the connector inside the vehicle with foam and fasten it
in the same location.



Refer to PARTS INFORMATION for foam and a “wire tie”.



Combination lamp bolts torque: 4.4 N•m (0.54 kg-m, 39 in lbs)

28. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
29. Reset/reinitialize systems as needed.


Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for a list of systems needing
reset/reinitialization.
 ELECTRICAL POWER & CONTROL > POWER SUPPLY, GROUND & CIRCUIT
ELEMENTS > BASIC INSPECTION > INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT –
ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL



The list of systems often includes items such as the power window control system,
automatic air conditioning, engine fuel management (Idle Air Volume Learn), etc.

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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QUANTITY

EPDM SEMI CLOSED CELL 5 mm

J-50397-1

As needed (a) (b) (c)

“Wire Tie”

--

(b)

(a) EPDM Semi Closed Cell 5 mm adhesive foam is available in the dealer Squeak & Rattle
Kit J-50397. Additional supplies may be ordered from Tech•Mate (1-800-662-2001).
(b) Shop supply.
(c) EPDM Semi Closed Cell 5 mm adhesive foam is recommended, but an equivalent
product may be used.

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Repair RR Sonar Harness
T99Q1-5RL0A
RX6VAA
ZE
32
0.6

AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE REFERENCE
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DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published

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