Classification:

EC19-033

Reference:

Date:

NTB20-013

February 26, 2020

KICKS; NO START/DRIVABILITY ISSUES, BATTERY LIGHT ON,
AND/OR MIL ON DURING FREEZING TEMPERATURES
APPLIED VEHICLE: 2018-2019 Kicks (P15)

IF YOU CONFIRM
One or a combination of the following during temperatures below -10°C/14°F and ice is
found inside the PCV hose or PCV valve:



The engine hesitates or stops running.
The starter cranks the engine normally but the engine will not start.




The MIL is ON with DTC P2004 (TUMBLE CONT/V) and/or P0101 (MAF
SEN/CIRCUIT-B1).
The battery light is ON.
 The engine oil level gauge (dipstick) is backed out of the oil level gauge guide
(dipstick tube) and oil is found on the generator (alternator).



The battery voltage is too low to start the engine.

ACTION
Replace and install the parts listed in PARTS INFORMATION on page 6.


For replacement and installation details, see SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 3.

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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Examples of Ice Contamination

Ice in
PCV valve

Figure 1

Ice in
PCV hose

Figure 2

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
HINT: For all parts related to this repair (PCV hose, PCV valve, COT, foam pad, harness
clips, and wind guard shield), refer to PARTS INFORMATION on the last page.
1.

2.

Clean out the inside of the PCV hose connection at the intake manifold, and then
replace the PCV hose and PCV valve.


The end of the PCV hose with the white mark connects to the intake manifold.



Place the white mark and the tabs of the clamps at the “12:00” position.

Install the corrugated tube (COT).
HINT: Unfastening the harness clips gives easier access to where the COT installs.
New harness clips are provided in case the original clips are damaged during removal.
Replace as needed.

3.

Wrap the COT with the foam pad, from left to right, as shown on page 4, Figure 4 and
Figure 5.


Overlap halfway on each wrap.

NOTE: The foam pad is not electrical tape. DO NOT use electrical tape. Use the foam
pad.
4.

Install the wind guard bracket.


Wind guard bracket bolts torque: 8-12 N•m (0.82-1.2 kg-m, 71-106 in lbs)

Engine bay area
before work is
performed

PCV
valve

PCV
hose

Harness
clips

COT fitted
here

PCV hoseto-intake
manifold
connection
Wind guard
bracket bolts
fasten here
Figure 3

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Engine bay area
after work is
performed

COT installed
and wrapped

New
PCV
valve

Replacement
PCV hose

Correct
clamp
position

White mark

8-12 N•m
(0.82-1.2 kg-m,
71-106 in lbs)

Wind guard
bracket

Figure 4
# 1 cyl
injector
harnesses

Figure 5

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5.

If oil or oil residue is found on the alternator, replace it and the dipstick. If no oil/oil
residue found, skip to step 6.


Clean off any oil/residue in the engine bay area and under the hood.



For alternator replacement, go to the ESM, section ELECTRICAL & POWER
CONTROL-CHARGING SYSTEM-REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION-GENERATOR.

6.

If DTC P2004 and/or P0101 is stored, follow the diagnosis and repair procedure in the
ESM:


For DTC P2004: ENGINE-ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM-HR16DE-DTC/CIRCUIT
DIAGNOSIS-P2004 INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL VALVE.



For P0101: ENGINE-ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM-HR16DE-DTC/CIRCUIT
DIAGNOSIS-P0101 MAF SENSOR.

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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QUANTITY

HOSE-BLOWBY GAS (PCV hose)

11823-5RW5A

1

14017-5EA0A

1

24271-5RL0C

1

SCREW (bolt)

01125-E6011

2

PAD-FOAM

24271-5RL0D

(2)

VALVE CONTROL (PCV valve)

11810-5H71A

1

GENERATOR (alternator)

23100-xxxxx (1)

1 (if needed)

GAUGE-OIL LEVEL (dipstick)

11140-xxxxx (1)

1 (if needed)

SUPPORT-INTAKE MANIFOLD
(wind guard bracket)
PROTECTOR-HARNESS
(corrugated tube - includes 2 harness clips)

(1)
(2)

Refer the EPC.
See EXPENSE CODE on the next page.

HOSE-BLOWBY GAS
11823-5RW5A

SCREW
01125-E6011

PAD-FOAM
24271-5RL0D

PROTECTOR-HARNESS
24271-5RL0C

SUPPORT-INTAKE
MANIFOLD
14017-5EA0A

VALVE CONTROL
1180-5H71A

Figure 6

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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
Replace PCV Hose, Install
(1)
AX47AA
ZE
32
Wind Guard Bracket and COT
(1)

FRT
0.3

Reference the electronic parts catalog and use the PVC Valve 11810-***** as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).

And if needed, on the same line:
DESCRIPTION
Replace Generator And
Oil Level Gauge, Clean Engine Area

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

AX471A

ZE

32

1.0

EXPENSE CODE

DESCRIPTION

MAX AMOUNT

071

Foam Pad

$0.75

AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE REFERENCE
February 26, 2020

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DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published

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