Classification:

Reference:

Date:

BT13-021a

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September 4, 2015

2013 JX35 AND 2014-2015 QX60;
WEATHERSTRIP ON ROOF SIDE MOLDING COMING LOOSE
This bulletin was amended to change the Service Procedure to include installing self-adhesive foam tape and to include
the current model years. Please discard the prior version.

APPLIED VEHICLE: 2013 JX35 (L50)
2014-2015 QX60 (L50)

Front door
upper frame

IF YOU CONFIRM:
The rubber weatherstrips on either one of the roof side
molding assemblies (moldings) is coming loose from
the molding itself.

Molding

Rubber
weatherstrip
Figure 1
ACTION:
Replace both left and right moldings with the ones listed in PARTS INFORMATION.


Refer to SERVICE PROCEDURE for molding replacement.

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.
Infiniti 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 Infiniti dealer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
NOTES:


Make sure to replace both moldings, even if only one has a loose weatherstrip.



The new moldings will need to be painted to match the body color. Have them painted and
ready to install before starting this service procedure.
NOTE: Use an appropriate masking technique.



After the parts have been painted, make sure the adjustable finisher at the rear of the molding
moves freely (see page 8, step 4 and Figure 15).

CAUTION: Use a fender cover or suitable covering to protect painted surfaces while performing this
Service Procedure.

Remove Roof Side Molding Assemblies

1. If equipped, carefully remove both cross bars
(they mount transversely over the roof).


Cross bars

Each cross bar has a total of four (4) T30
TORX bolts.

Figure 2

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2. Remove the moldings:
a. Pry up near the front end until the front clip unsnaps.
b. Carefully pull up on the loosened front end until all clips unsnap.

Pry here…

…and then lift here
Figure 3

NOTE:


Each molding has nine (9) clips and one (1) hook at the rear.



The molding shown in Figure 3 is the style that does not accept cross bars.



The molding style that does accept cross bars is removed in the same way as shown in
Figure 3.



Moldings are one-time use. Do not attempt to reuse them.

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3. Cut in half and remove any clips stuck to the
plastic rivets with a suitable tool.
CAUTION: Protect painted areas with a clean
shop rag or suitable covering.

Cut in half
and then
remove
stuck clip
Figure 4



Cut the clip on both sides
(see Figure 5 and 6).

CAUTION: Do not pull off the clip from the
plastic rivet. Cut the clip in two (2) pieces, and
then remove from the plastic rivet.
Figure 5

Cut here

Figure 6

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Install Self Adhesive Foam Tape

Molding removed

NOTE: In the following steps the driver’s side of the
vehicle is shown. The passenger side is similar.
1. Clean the roof area where the molding was
removed with 50% isopropyl alcohol.


Remove any dust or debris.

Figure 7

2. Install two strips of self-adhesive foam tape:

Attach here

a. Peel several inches of the adhesive backing
from the first foam tape strip.
b. Attach several inches of the first foam strip at
the corner of the windshield (Figure 8).


Foam tucked under
windshield seal

Tuck the foam tape under the windshield
seal.
Figure 8

Follow outside
edge
c. While peeling only enough of the adhesive
backing to allow several inches at a time to be
attached apply the strip along the outside
edge of the molding recess as shown in
Figure 9.


Apply the strip in as straight a line as
possible.

Figure 9

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Back door hinge

Excess removed
d. Cut the excess foam tape to approximately the
length shown in Figure 10.

e. Peel several inches of the adhesive backing
from the second foam tape strip.

Figure 10

Foam removed (cross bar only)
NOTE: for vehicles with
cross bar brackets cut
foam to bypass brackets
on the inside edge.
Cross bar bracket
Inside edge
f.

Attach several inches of the second foam strip
along the inside edge (Figure 11).


Attach here

Tuck the foam tape under the windshield
seal.

g. While peeling only enough of the adhesive
backing to allow several inches at a time to be
attached, apply the strip along the inside edge
of the molding recess as shown in Figure 11.


Foam tucked
under windshield

Figure 11

The foam strip should be applied as
straight as possible.

h. Cut the excess foam tape to approximately the
length shown in Figure 12.

Back door hinge

Figure 12
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Install New Roof Side Molding Assemblies
NOTE: Before starting, make sure the adjustable finisher at the rear of the molding moves freely
(see page 8, Figure 15).
1. IMPORTANT: Using your fingers, rotate all
plastic rivets 90°.


If not able to turn with your fingers, carefully
use “needle nose” pliers or equivalent tool.



Rotating the plastic rivets will allow the new
molding to “grab on” to a different contact
spot.

Rotate 90°

CAUTION: The rivets are made of soft
plastic. Do not use excessive force.


It is recommended to draw marks on the
body and plastic rivets 90° apart to ensure
the plastic rivets are rotated the correct
amount.

Figure 13

2. Tuck the front end of the new molding (previously painted to match body color) under the windshield seal
(see Figure 14).
3. Snap in place the clip closest to the windshield first (see Figure 14).

2 Snap in first clip

Windshield seal

Plastic rivet

1 Tuck under

windshield seal here

Figure 14

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4. Snap in place the hook and rearmost clip into the back door (rear hatch) hinge.


First secure the hook, and then snap the clip in place.
 The adjustable rear finisher (rear part of the molding) can slide fore/aft, making it easier to align the
hook and clips.

Molding

Back door
(rear hatch)
hinge

Rear adjustable finisher
(slides fore/aft)

Install rearmost
clip here

Figure 15

Hook

Figure 16 (viewed from underneath)
5. Snap in place the remaining clips.
6. If equipped, reinstall the cross bars (see Figure 2).


Apply a fresh coat of Loctite 242 or equivalent to the bolt threads, and then install the bolts.
 T30 TORX bolts torque: 8.0 - 9.0 N•m (0.82 - 0.92 kg-m, 70.8 - 79.7 in lbs).

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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

COLOR CODE

PART NUMBER

QTY

KIT-ROOF MLDG
(with cross bars * )

SILVER **

73865-9NA2A

1

KIT-ROOF MLDG
(w/o cross bars)

Unpainted (primer) ***

73865-9NA0A

1

LOCTITE® Threadlocker Blue 242®

--

--

****

* Also applies to vehicles without cross bars, but has provisions for them.
** The ends of the molding must be painted to match the ones being replaced.
*** The molding must be painted to match the ones being replaced.
**** Shop supply. 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

RPL KIT-ROOF MLDG
(1)
BX5CAA
ZJ
46
WITHOUT ROOF RACK CROSS BARS - BOTH SIDES
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Molding Assembly Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).

FRT
0.7

OR
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

RPL KIT-ROOF MLDG
(1)
BX5BAA
ZJ
46
WITH ROOF RACK CROSS BARS - BOTH SIDES
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Molding Assembly Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).

CONTINUED ON THE NEXT PAGE

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FRT
0.9

CLAIMS INFORMATION continued
AND (On the same repair line):
2-COAT S or M +STD C
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
Refinish Block Colored Plastic Parts
ZV1HAA
Preparation and Mix
ZZ99AA
Colors: FAJ – LT Green; K23 – Silver; KH3 - Black

FRT
1.0
1.3

OR
2-COAT P, PM, GR, F or T +STD C
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
Refinish Block Colored Plastic Parts
ZV1HAA
Preparation and Mix
ZZ99AA
Colors: EAJ – DK Olive; K50 BL Grey; NAB- DK RED

FRT
1.1
1.5

OR
3-COAT P +STD C
DESCRIPTION
Refinish Block Colored Plastic Parts
Preparation and Mix
Color: QAA - White

OP CODE
ZV1HAA
ZZ99AA

FRT
1.3
1.7

Expense Code:
EXPENSE CODE

DESCRIPTION

MAX AMOUNT

019
Paint and Materials
(2)
(2) Calculate the Material Allowance = ($25.00/Hr.) x (paint-repair total FRT)

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