Pathfinder 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (1996)
Technical Service Bulletin # 98-062A
Date: 981101
Exhaust System - Warranty Extension Information
Classification:
FE98-001a
Reference:
NTB98-062a
Date:
November 1, 1998
1996-98 PATHFINDER EXHAUST SYSTEM WARRANTY EXTENSION INFORMATION
APPLIED VEHICLE:
All 1996-98 Pathfinder (R50)
This amended version of NTB98-062 expands the Applied VIN information and updates the Applied Vehicle information to include all vehicles to
which this warranty extension applies. This amendment also includes a Muffler Replacement Criteria procedure. Please discard all paper copies of
NTB98-062.
SERVICE INFORMATION
The Nissan New Vehicle Limited Warranty for the applied vehicles, as it applies to repair of the exhaust manifold, the main muffler assembly and the
post muffler assembly only, has been extended as shown.
Warranty Period
For your reference, a copy of the owner letter is included in this bulletin.
Muffler Replacement Criteria
Main Muffler
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If the muffler body is perforated due to corrosion, replace it.
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If the mounting brackets are cracked or broken, see the repair information in technical bulletin NTB98-079.
Post Muffler
Inspect the post muffler for rattle noise and corrosion as follows:
1.
NOISE: Gently tap the rear muffler assembly with a rubber mallet on the front end casing and listen for any rattle noise that may come from the
muffler.
A.
If there is no noise, proceed to the corrosion inspection.
B.
If there is a rattle noise replace the muffler.
2.
CORROSION: Visually inspect the bottom rear edge of the post muffler.