810 Maxima L6-2793cc 2.8L DSL SOHC (LD28) (1982)
Sunroof / Moonroof: All Technical Service Bulletins
Sun Roof - Creaking/Popping Noise
TS85-074
August 30, 1985
Body and Frame
SUN ROOF NOISE, 1982-1984 MAXIMA
APPLIED MODEL
1982 - 1984 Maxima
SERVICE INFORMATION
Some 1982 - 1984 Maxima Sedans and Wagons with sun roofs may exhibit creaking and/or popping noises in two areas under the following conditions:
A.
Movement of the lid weatherstrip against the roof protector. The noise can be heard primarily with the sun roof closed when driving over a
rough surface.
B.
Movement of the sun roof frame against the steel locating pins. This noise can be heard when the sun roof is open or closed.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
Condition A
Remove the sun roof lid. Lubricate the sun roof lid weatherstrip where it contacts the roof opening with a silicone spray (Figure 1). Apply extra spray at
the rear portions of the weatherstrip that will come in contact with the roof protector.
Condition B
Plastic Bushing (P/N 73679-W1010) has been installed on vehicles manufactured after the applied dates shown below. Use the following service
procedure on vehicles manufactured through the applied date.
APPLIED DATES:
PLANT*
APPLIED DATE
"X"
AFTER September 1, 1983
"T"
AFTER November 20, 1983
*"X" or "T" designations are found in the VIN, immediately before the six digit serial number.
NOTE:
The sun roof assembly should only be lowered, not removed for this procedure.