Classification:

Reference:

FA12-001H

Date:

NTB12-055H

June 9, 2021

CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE
DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

2017-2021 Armada (Y62)
APPLIED
VEHICLES: 2010-2020 370Z Coupe (Z34)
2010-2019 370Z Roadster (Z34)
2010-2013 Altima Coupe (CL32)
2010-2011 Altima Hybrid (L32H)
2010-2021 Altima Sedan (L32/33/34)
2011-2014 cube (Z12)
2016-2021 Frontier (D40)
2016-2021 GT-R (R35)
2011-2017 Juke (F15)
2018-2021 Kicks (P15)
2011-2021 LEAF (ZE0/ZE1)
2010-2021 Maxima (A35/36)
2010-2021 Murano (Z51/52)

2013-2021 NV200 (M20)
2013-2019 NV200 Taxi (M20)
2010-2020 Pathfinder (R51/52)
2011-2017 Quest (E52)
2010-2020 Rogue (S35, T32)
2017-2019 Rogue Hybrid (HT32)
2014-2015 Rogue Select (S35)
2017-2021 Rogue Sport (J11)
2010-2021 Sentra (B16/17/18)
2016-2021 Titan/Titan XD (A61)
2007-2021 Versa Sedan (C11, N17/18)
2007-2012 Versa Hatchback (C11)
2014-2019 Versa Note (E12)

 For LEAF only, refer to NTB19-105 to check the lug nut torque before performing this
bulletin.
IF YOU CONFIRM
“Clicking” noise coming from either left or right front/rear CV-type axles during
take-off/acceleration.
ACTION
Apply Molykote® M77 grease (P/N 44003-7S000) to the hub bearing surfaces.
 Do not remove the axle from the hub or transmission for this bulletin.
 Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for model-specific torque specifications.
 For 2007-2019 Versa and 2013 LEAF vehicles, see the Service Procedure
torque specifications 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 the 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
NOTE: The photos in this procedure are examples and may not look exactly like the vehicle
you are working on.

Lock Nut

1. Remove the front or rear (depending on
model) wheel bearing Cotter Pin and
Lock Nut from the axle.
Some of the APPLIED
VEHICLES require the axle nut to be
removed with a Cape Chisel, to
prevent axle thread damage. Refer to
NTB21-013 for specific details.
NOTE: Do not remove the axle from
the hub or transmission for this bulletin.

Cotter pin
Figure 1

2. Push the axle back to allow application
of Molykote® M77 Grease.
3. Apply a moderate coat of Molykote® (P/N
44003-7S000) to the entire (front or rear)
wheel hub bearing surface (see Figure
2).
4. Re-install the (front or rear) wheel
bearing Lock Nut and Cotter Pin.
To avoid the risk of minor
personal injury or property damage,
replace the cotter pin after every use. If
not done, a drive axle may become
loose.

Bearing surface

Figure 2



Refer to the model-specific ESM for wheel bearing Lock Nut replacement
requirements and torque specifications.



For 370Z, LEAF, NV200, and 2013-2019 Sentra vehicles: Install the washer
listed in the PARTS INFORMATION before installing the new Lock Nut.

IMPORTANT: Please see page 3 for important torque information on:


2007-2019 Versa (Hatchback, Sedan, Note)



2013 LEAF

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IMPORTANT (for 2007-2019 Versa Sedan, Versa Hatchback, Versa Note only):


Tighten the center Lock Nut to 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ft-lb) with a torque
wrench.
 If the center Lock Nut is tightened more than 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ftlb), the clicking noise could occur.
 If the center Lock Nut is tightened less than 180 N•m (18.4 kg-m, 133 ft-lb),
looseness could occur.
 If the center Lock Nut is reused, the clicking noise could occur.

IMPORTANT (for 2013 LEAF only):


Install the washer.



Tighten the center Lock Nut to 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb) with a torque
wrench.
 If the center Lock Nut is tightened more than 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb),
the clicking noise could occur.
 If the center Lock Nut is tightened less than 121 N•m (12.3 kg-m, 89 ft-lb),
looseness could occur.
 If the center Lock Nut is reused, the clicking noise could occur.

5.

Test drive the vehicle to confirm the issue is resolved.

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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Nut-Lock, Wheel Bearing (Wheel hub lock nut) (1)

PART NUMBER QUANTITY
(2)
1 per side

Cotter Pin (1)

40073-0L700 (3) 1 per side

Washer (1)

40037-1CA0A (4) 1 per side

Molykote M77 Grease

44003-7S000 (5) As needed

(1) Single-use part.
(2) Refer to the electronic parts catalog for model specific part number.
(3) Not required for wheel hub lock nut that is staked in place.
(4) 370Z, LEAF, NV200, and 2013-2019 Sentra.
(5) P/N 44003-7S000 (Molykote M77 Grease) is considered a shop supply. DO NOT
include it on your warranty claim.

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PFP) line claim using the following claims coding:

ONE SIDE
Versa (C11, N17, E12) & cube
DESCRIPTION

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
(1)
MX22AA
ZL
21
0.4
SURFACE (ON CAR, ONE SIDE)
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.

Altima, Sentra, Quest, Juke, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Maxima, Murano, 370Z, LEAF,
Pathfinder, NV200, Taxi, Titan, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, GTR & Versa (N18)
DESCRIPTION
PFP OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE
(1)
MX22AA
ZL
21
0.5
(ON CAR, ONE SIDE)
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.

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BOTH SIDES
Versa (C11, N17, E12) & cube
DESCRIPTION

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE (ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)

(1)

MX23AA

ZL

21

0.5

(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.

Altima (L32, L33), Sentra (B16, B17), Quest, Juke, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Maxima,
Murano (Z51), LEAF (ZE0), Pathfinder, NV200, TAXI, Versa (N18), & Kicks
DESCRIPTION

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

APPLY GREASE TO BEARING SURFACE
(ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)

(1)

MX23AA

ZL

21

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(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.

370Z, Titan, Sentra (B18), Frontier, Altima (L34), LEAF (ZE1), Murano (Z52), GT-R,
Armada
DESCRIPTION

PFP

OP CODE

SYM

DIA

FRT

APPLY GREASE TO FRONT BEARING
SURFACE (ON CAR, BOTH SIDES)

(1)

MX23AA

ZL

21

0.7

(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use front hub bearing part number as the
PFP.

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AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE

REFERENCE

DESCRIPTION

June 27, 2012

NTB12-055

Original bulletin published.

July 9, 2012

NTB12-055a

CLAIMS INFORMATION revised

March 22, 2013

NTB12-055b

APPLIED VEHICLES revised

September 17, 2013

NTB12-055c

Changes made throughout

November 11, 2013

NTB12-055d

APPLIED VEHICLES revised

July 10, 2015

NTB12-055e

APPLIED VEHICLES revised

June 20, 2017

NTB12-055f

APPLIED VEHICLES revised

January 17, 2020

NTB12-055g

June 9, 2021

NTB12-055H

APPLIED VEHICLES and PARTS INFORMATION
revised
APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION
revised, and notice added to step 1

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