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Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Door outside molding

Removal and Installation

1. Front door outside molding

2. Rear door outside molding

Front Door Outside Molding

Removal

1. Open the front door window fully.

2. Remove the side view mirror. Refer to MIR-19, "Removal and Installation".

3. Lift and twist from rear side, disconnect clips from flange and pull the front door molding out backwards.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Rear Door Outside Molding

Removal

1. Open the rear door window fully.

2. Lift and twist from rear side, then disconnect clips from flange and pull the rear door molding out.

Installation

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Side guard molding

Removal and Installation 1. Double-faced adhesive tape Removal CAUTION: Never apply tack-paper adhesive remover to body panel surface finished with lacquer-based paints. • Original side g ...

Drip molding

Removal and Installation REMOVAL 1. Using a trim stick or equivalent, disconnect the drip mouldings starting at the front, working rearward. 2. Remove the drip moldings. INSTALLATION Ins ...

Other materials:

Wiper and washer switch
Switch operation WARNING In freezing temperatures the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision which may lead to an accident. Warm the windshield with the defroster before you wash the windshield. CAUTION Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 30 seconds ...

Chassis Control (if so equipped)
The chassis control is an electric control module that includes the following functions: Intelligent Trace Control Active Ride Control Intelligent Trace Control (I-TC) This system senses driving based on the driver’s steering and acceleration/braking patterns, and controls brake pressure at in ...

Engine oil and oil filter recommendations
Selecting the correct oil It is essential to choose the correct grade, quality and viscosity engine oil to ensure satisfactory engine life and performance. For additional information, see "Recommended fluids/lubricants and capacities". NISSAN recommends the use of an energy conserving oil in order ...