NHTSA ID Number: 10192788
Manufacturer Communication Number: ITB15021A
TSB/Document Date: 2021-05-10
Summary
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.
Classification:
Reference:
Date:
FE14-004a
ITB15-021a
March 29, 2016
FUEL FILLER CAP TETHER CLIP SERVICE INFORMATION
This bulletin has been amended. The Applied Vehicles and Parts Information sections have been revised.
Please discard previous versions.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
2008-2013 EX35/EX37 (J50)
2006 G35 Sedan (V35)
2007-2013 G35/G37 Sedan (V36)
2009-2013 G37 Convertible (V36)
2008-2013 G37 Coupe (V36)
2013 JX35 (L50)
2011-2013 M37/M56 (Y51)
2012-2013 M35 Hybrid
(HY51)
2011-2013 QX56 (Z52)
2014-2015 Q50 (V37)
2014-2016 Q50 Hybrid
(V37)
2014-2015 Q60 Convertible (V36)
2014-2015 Q60 Coupe (V36)
2014-2016 Q70 (Y51)
2014-2016 Q70 Hybrid
(HY51)
2014-2016 QX50 (J50)
2014-2016 QX60 (L50)
2014-2016 QX60 Hybrid
(L50)
2014-2016 QX70 (S51)
2014-2016 QX80 (Z62)
SERVICE INFORMATION
If the clip for the fuel filler tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary
to replace the gas cap. The clip or “pin” is now available as a separate service part. See Figure 1 below.
NOTE: Do not replace the fuel filler cap if only the pin is needed.
Figure 1: Example of pin. Your vehicle’s pin may differ.
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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Example of fuel filler cap and tether
Pin fits through
this hole
Tether
Pin
Fuel filler cap
Figure 2
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the pin if still mounted to the body or fuel door.
Figure 3 shows an example of pin location. Pin location on your vehicle may differ.
Use "Trim Tool Set" J-46534 or suitable tool.
Example of
pin location
Remove pin if
still installed
Detached
tether
Figure 3
2. Attach the small end of the tether with the new pin (see Figure 4).
Make sure the tether is NOT twisted.
Push the pin through the small hole of the tether and into the body or fuel door with your thumb.
Example of
pin location
Tether and new pin installed
Figure 4
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PARTS INFORMATION
MODEL
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QUANTITY
2006 G35 Sedan
CLIP (pin)
17571-JK60A
1
CLIP (pin)
17429-1BB0A
1
CLIP (pin)
17571-ZP50B
1
CLIP (pin)
17571-4HA0A
1
CLIP (pin)
17571-ZH00A
1
CLIP (pin)
17571-9BD0B
1
2007-2008 G35 Sedan
2009-2013 G37 Sedan
2008-2013 G37 Coupe
2009-2013 G37 Convertible
2013 FX37
2011-2013 M37/M56
2012-2013 M35 Hybrid![]()
2014 Q50
2014 Q50 Hybrid![]()
2014 Q60 Coupe
2014 Q60 Convertible
2014 Q70
2014 Q70 Hybrid![]()
2014 QX70 with V6 engine
2008 EX35 (Early)
2008 EX35 (Late)
2009-2013 EX35/37
2015 Q50
2015-2016 Q50 Hybrid![]()
2015 Q60 Coupe
2015 Q60 Convertible
2015-2016 Q70
2015-2016 Q70 Hybrid![]()
2014-2016 QX50
2015-2016 QX70 with V6 engine
2011-2013 QX56
2014-2016 QX80
2013 JX35
2014-2016 QX60
2014-2016 QX60 Hybrid![]()
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ITB15-021a
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
DIA
FRT
Replace Fuel Cap Tether Clip
(1)
FX50AA
ZE
32
0.2
(1) Refer to the PARTS INFORMATION table and use the appropriate P/N as the PFP.
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ITB15-021a
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TSB/Document ID: ITB15021A
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2016-03-29
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
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