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Nissan Altima 2013technical service bulletin

Bulletin NTB12090A · NHTSA communication 10192271 · issued Nov 26, 2013

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Steering
component
2013
model years
1
vehicle entries

Official summary

IF YOU CONFIRM - There is a drumming noise from the right front Strut Tower area when the Steering Wheel is being turned to the left and while moving at under 15 MPH, and/or - A witness mark is present as shown in Figures 1 and 2 on page 2. ACTION - Replace the right front strut Coil Spring with the model specific part listed on page 3 under PARTS INFORMATION. - Repair witness mark with SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 2 to prevent corrosion. NOTE: Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for the correct procedure for replacement of the coil spring. Please see this bullletin for further details.

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What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.