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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:

iPod player operation
Type-A. Connecting iPod WARNING Do not connect, disconnect, or operate the USB device while driving. Doing so can be a distraction. If distracted you could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury. CAUTION Do not force the USB device into the USB port. Inserting th ...

Tachometer
5 inch (13 cm) Type A (if so equipped) The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev the engine into the red zone 1. 7 inch (18 cm) Type B (if so equipped) CAUTION When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear or reduce engine speed. Operati ...

Corrosion protection
Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion Most vehicle corrosion is caused by: The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas. Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor traffic ...