Reference:
Dat e:
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April 2, 2013
VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN
2013 LEAF OCS SENSORS
CAMPAIGN ID #:
PC215
NHTSA #:
13V-069
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2013 Leaf (ZE0)
Check Service COMM to confirm campaign eligibility.
INTRODUCTION
Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign to inspect, and if needed,
replace the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors on certain specific 2013 Leaf
vehicles at no charge for parts or labor.
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
Nissan has assigned identification number PC215 to this campaign. This number must
appear on all communications and documentation of any nature dealing with this campaign.
DEALER RESPONSIBILITY
It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service Comm for the campaign status on each
vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary safety recall campaign which for any reason
enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or
presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in a dealer’s inventory. Federal law
requires that new vehicles in dealer inventory which are the subject of a safety recall
must be corrected prior to sale. Failure to do so can result in civil penalties by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While federal law applies only to new
vehicles, Nissan strongly encourages dealers to correct any used vehicles in their inventory
before they are retailed.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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Repair Overview
Check Service Comm campaign ID # PC215 to confirm the
vehicle you are working on requires this campaign
Check OCS sensor lot codes
Are the first four digits of the lot code
on either of the sensors in this range?
2472 to 3102
No
Yes
No repair is
required
Replace OCS sensor(s) that have a
lot code in the above range.
Check Air Bag
warning light
operation
Perform Zero Point Reset
and Check for DTCs
END
END
REQUIRED SPECIAL TOOL J-50079
• Video Borescope J-50079 is an
essential tool.
• Each dealer was previously shipped
one J-50079.
•
Additional tools can be ordered from
TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001.
Figure ST1
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Handle interior trim carefully to avoid damage. Work with clean hands and
clean tools to avoid dirt and stains. Use protective covers as needed.
Check OCS Sensor Lot Codes
1. Slide the front passenger seat to the full forward position.
2. Use borescope (J-50079 or equivalent)
to read the lot code on the side of the
inboard seat-track.
Figure A
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NOTE: The seat is removed in the photo below to illustrate the location of the lot code
stickers. The seat does not need to be removed to see the stickers with the borescope.
OCS sensor lot code example – your vehicles lot code numbers may be different.
Example: First four digits of lot codes
Seat removed for illustration only
Figure B
3. Write the first four digits of the lot code for each sensor on the repair order.
• In the example above, the first four digits are “3062” for both sensors.
NG: Lot code is in this range: 2472 to 3102
• If the first four digits of the lot code are 2472 to 3102, replace the sensor.
NOTE: Only replace a sensor if its lot code is in the above range. Some vehicles
may require only one new sensor; some may require two new sensors.
• Refer to Replace OCS Sensor(s) on the next page.
OK: Lot code is not in the above range
• If the first four digits of the lot code for both sensors are not in the above range, no
repair is needed.
a. Turn the ignition from OFF to ON and observe the air bag warning light:
o Light should illuminate for 7 seconds and then go out:
NOTE: If the Air Bag Warning light does not operate as described above,
there may be an issue not covered by this campaign. Refer to ASIST and the
Service Manual for additional diagnostic and repair information.
b. Return the vehicle to the customer.
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Replace OCS Sensor(s)
IMPORTANT: Follow all cautions, warnings, and notes in the Electronic Service Manual
(ESM) when working on or near a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), such as an air
bag).
CAUTION: Handle interior trim carefully to avoid damage. Work in a clean area with
clean hands and clean tools to avoid dirt and stains. Use protective covers as needed.
WARNING: This procedure involves working with the passenger seat frame. The
metal seat frame has sharp edges.
NOTE: Make sure to follow this procedure exactly as specified to ensure proper
operation of the Occupant Classification System.
1. Write down the radio settings.
Presets
1
2
3
4
5
6
AM
FM 1
FM 2
SAT 1
SAT 2
SAT 3
Bass
Treble
Balance
Fade
Speed Sen.
Vol.
2. If equipped; Write down the customer preferred setting for the Automatic Air
Conditioning System.
• If needed, refer to System Settings in the HAC section of the Service Manual.
3. Turn the ignition OFF.
4. Disconnect both battery cables from the 12 volt battery, negative cable first.
CAUTION: Wait at least 3 minutes before disconnecting any air bag electrical
connectors.
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5. Remove the recline lever finisher from
the front passenger seat as follows:
a. Position the seatback to the full
upright/full forward position.
NOTE:
• With the seatback full forward, the
recline lever will be in an UP
position as shown.
• The recline lever is easier to
remove in this UP position.
Recline lever
finisher - UP
Figure 1
b. At the same time:
• Push down on the tip, and
• Pull forward (toward the front of
the vehicle).
Figure 2
Seat cushion outer
finisher (RH)
6. Use a plastic trim tool to remove the seat
cushion outer finisher (RH).
Figure 3
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WARNING: This procedure involves working with the passenger
seat frame. The metal seat frame has sharp edges.
7. Disconnect the seat cushion trim J-hooks A (see Figures 4 and 5).
• J-hooks are located on the sides, front, and front corners.
Figure 4
NOTE:
• The inboard side J-hook can be released using a hook tool.
a. Slide the hook tool between the seat and the center console (see Figure 5A).
b. Using the hook tool, push the J-hook down and away from the seat
(see Figure 5B).
Hook tool
J-hook
Figure 5A
Hook
tool
Figure 5B
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8. Move the passenger seat to the full
forward position.
NOTE: Look under the front of the
seat for steps 9, 10 and 11.
Look under the front
Figure 6
9. Disconnect the electrical harness
connectors shown in Figure 7.
• These connectors are accessed
from under the front of the seat.
Electrical harness
connectors
Figure 7
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10. Remove the 3 screws shown in Figure 8.
• These screws are accessed from under the front to the seat.
11. Disconnect the electrical connector from the OCS control unit (see Figure 8).
• The OCS control unit is accessed from under the front to the seat.
Screw
Screw
Screw
OCS control unit
electrical connector
Figure 8
12. Lift the seat cushion and remove the
plastic liner.
Plastic liner
NOTE: Retain this liner for
reassembly.
Figure 9
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13. Lift the seat cushion to access the seat cushion pan.
NOTE: The Seat cushion will need to be lifted for steps 14 through 19.
14. Release/disconnect the 4 harness mounting clips shown in Figure 10.
15. Remove the 2 Torx® head bolts shown in Figure 10.
NOTE: These bolts will not be reused.
Seat cushion
pan
Bolt
Harness
clips
Bolt
Figure 10
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16. Lift the seat cushion pan and disconnect the front OCS sensor electrical connector
(see Figure 11).
Seat cushion
pan
Front OCS
sensor
Figure 11
17. Lift the seat cushion pan and remove the 14 mm nut on the front of the inboard
seat-track (see Figure 12).
NOTE: This nut will not be reused.
Seat cushion
pan
14 mm nut
Figure 12
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18. Disconnect the rear OCS sensor electrical connector (see Figure 13).
19. Remove the 14 mm nut and washer on the rear of the inboard seat-track
(see Figure 13).
NOTE: This nut will not be reused.
Seat cushion
Rear OCS
sensor
14 mm nut
and washer
Figure 13
20. Remove all 4 of the 12 mm nuts from the outboard seat-track (see Figure 14).
NOTE: These nuts will not be reused.
12 mm nuts
12 mm nuts
Figure 14
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21. Lift the seat from the seat-tracks and
set it to the rear as shown in Figure
15.
Figure 15
22. Remove the old OCS sensor(s) from the inboard seat-track and install new OCS
sensor(s).
• Use new 12 mm OCS mounting nuts.
• Torque nuts to 22 N•m (3.04 kg-m, 16 ft-lb).
OCS sensor
OCS sensor
Figure 16
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23. Use a permanent marker to mark through the lot code stickers shown in
Figure 17.
• There is one sticker on the side of the seat cushion pan and one sticker on the side
of the inboard seat-track.
Lot code stickers
Figure 17
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Reassmeble the Seat
24. Place the seat onto the seat-tracks.
• Make sure the studs are located
correctly in the seat frame.
Figure 18
25. Install all 4 of the 12 mm nuts on the outboard seat-track finger tight only
(see Figure 19).
• Use new nuts.
12 mm nuts
12 mm nuts
Figure 19
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26. Lift the seat cushion and reconnect the rear OCS sensor electrical connector
(see Figure 20).
NOTE: The seat cushion must be lifted for steps 27 though 30, and steps 32 and 33.
27. Install the 14 mm nut and washer on the rear of the inboard seat-track finger tight
only (see Figure 20).
• Use a new washer.
• Use a new nut.
Seat cushion
Rear OCS
sensor
14 mm nut
and washer
Figure 20
28. Lift the seat cushion pan and connect the front OCS sensor electrical connector
(see Figure 21).
Seat cushion
pan
Front OCS
sensor
Figure 21
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29. Lift the seat cushion pan and install the 14 mm nut on the front of the inboard seat-track
(see Figure 22).
• Use a new nut.
• Torque nut to 45 N•m (4.56 kg-m, 33 ft-lb).
Seat cushion
pan
14 mm nut
Figure 22
30. Torque the 14 mm nut on the rear of the inboard seat track (see Figure 23).
• Torque nut to 45 N•m (4.56 kg-m, 33 ft-lb).
Seat cushion
14 mm nut
Figure 23
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31. Torque the 12 mm nuts on the outboard seat-track (see Figure 24).
• Torque nuts to 22 N•m (3.04 kg-m, 16 ft-lb).
12 mm nuts
12 mm nuts
Figure 24
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32. Install new Torx® head bolts shown in Figure 25.
• Make sure locating pins are in place.
• Use new bolts.
• Torque bolts to 22 N•m (3.04 kg-m, 16 ft-lb).
33. Connect the 4 harness mounting clips shown in Figure 25.
• Reach under the front of the seat and push the clips up from underneath.
Locating pin
Bolt
Seat cushion
pan
Harness
clips
Bolt
Locating pin
Figure 25
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34. Move the passenger seat to the full
forward position.
NOTE: Look under the front of the
seat for steps 35, 36, and 37.
Look under the front
Figure 26
35. Reinstall the 3 screws shown in Figure 27.
• These screws are accessed from under the front to the seat.
36. Reconnect the electrical connector to the OCS control unit (see Figure 27).
• The OCS control unit is accessed from under the front to the seat.
Screw
Screw
Screw
OCS control unit
electrical connector
Figure 27
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37. Reconnect the electrical harness
connectors shown in Figure 28.
• These connectors are accessed
from under the front of the seat.
Electrical harness
connectors
Figure 28
38. Lift the seat cushion and reinstall the
plastic liner.
Plastic liner
Figure 29
39. Reconnect the seat cushion trim J-hooks A (see Figure 30).
• J-hooks are located on sides, front, and front corners.
Figure 30
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Seat cushion outer
finisher (RH)
40. Reinstall the seat cushion outer finisher
(RH).
Figure 31
41. Reinstall the recline lever finisher.
• Push the finisher onto the lever
until it locks in place.
Recline lever
finisher
Figure 32
42. Operate the seat slide and make sure both tracks (left and right side) lock in place at
each adjustment point.
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43. Reconnect both cables for the 12 volt battery – positive cable first.
44. Reset the clock in the combination meter.
45. Reset the radio settings.
46. If equipped; check/reset the clock in the navigation system.
47. If equipped; reset the customer preferred settings for the Automatic Air Conditioning
System.
• If needed, refer to System Settings in the HAC section of the Service Manual.
48. Inform the customer:
• If equipped; some memory settings in the navigation system may need to be reset.
• If equipped; some charging and climate control timers may need to be reset.
49. Reinitialize and check the Anti-Pinch Function for all Auto-UP power windows:
Reinitialize:
a. Turn the ignition ON.
b. Operate the power window switch to fully open the window (glass all the way down).
c. Hold the window switch UP until the glass stops at the fully closed position, and then
continue holding the switch UP for 2 seconds or more.
d. Check that AUTO-UP function operates normally.
Check Anti-Pinch Function
a. Fully open the door window (glass all the way down).
b. Hold a piece of wood near the fully closed position.
c. Close the door window glass using the AUTO-UP switch. Allow the window glass to
hit the wood.
d. Check the following conditions:
• Check that the glass lowers for approximately 150 mm (5.9 in), without pinching
the wood, and stops.
• Check that the glass does not rise when operating the power window main
switch, while the widow is lowering after hitting the wood.
CAUTION: Do not check anti-pinch function with hands or other body parts because
they may be pinched.
50. Perform Zero Point Reset and Check for DTCs; next page.
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Zero Point Reset / Check for DTCs
1. Attach the CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) VI to the vehicle.
2. Prepare the vehicle for Zero Point Reset.
• Place the vehicle in a level area.
• Minimize vibrations near the vehicle.
• Remove any objects on the passenger seat.
• No occupants in the vehicle – including the servicing technician.
• Close all of the vehicle doors.
• Do not touch the vehicle during zero point reset.
3. Place the CONSULT PC outside the vehicle and away from the vehicle.
4. Open/start C-III plus.
5. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.
•
The serial number will display when the VI is recognized.
6. Select Diagnosis (One System).
Step 5: VI is
recognized
Step 6
Figure Z1
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7. Select OCCUPANT DETECTION.
Step 7
Figure Z2
8. Wait for System Call to complete.
9. Select Zero point reset function.
10. Select Start.
Step 9
Step 10
Figure Z3
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11. Select Next.
Step 11
Figure Z4
12. Select Start.
Step 12
Figure Z5
NOTE: Zero Point Reset must performed even if:
• “Current status” indicates “Completed”, or
• “Zero point reset current status” indicates “Already performed”
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13. Wait for Zero Point Function to complete.
Figure Z6
14. Make sure that “Current status” is Completed.
Step 14
Figure Z7
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15. Select Home on C-III plus.
16. Check for Air Bag DTCs.
Navigate C-III plus to:
Diagnosis (One System) Ö AIR BAG Ö Self Diagnostic Results
• No Air Bag DTCs stored – go to the next step.
• DTC B00A0 stored (current or past) – erase stored code, then go to the next step.
• Other DTCs stored: Refer to ASIST and the Service Manual for additional diagnostic
and repair information. Issues other than replacement of the OCS sensors are
not coved by this campaign.
17. Close C-III plus, turn the ignition OFF, and disconnect from the vehicle.
18. Turn the ignition ON and observe the air bag warning light:
•
Light should illuminate for 7 seconds and then go out.
NOTE: If the Air Bag Warning light does not operate as described above, there may
be an issue not covered by this campaign. Refer to ASIST and the Service Manual
for additional diagnostic and repair information.
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
Sen-Occupant
(OCS Sensor)
M10 Nut
(14 mm wrench size)
M8 Nut
(12 mm wrench size)
PART #
QUANTITY
98853-3JA0A
If needed, 1 or 2
23391-3NF0A
If sensor is replaced; 2
23188-3NF0A
If sensor is replaced; 8
Washer
01311-3NF0A
If sensor is replaced; 1
Torx® Bolt
01141-3NF0A
If sensor is replaced; 2
CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Campaign (CM) line claim using the following claims coding:
CAMPAIGN ID #
PC215
DESCRIPTION
Inspect OCS Sensors
OP CODE
PC2150
FRT
0.2 hrs.
DESCRIPTION
Inspect and replace
One (1) OCS Sensor
OP CODE
FRT
PC2151
1.1 hrs.
DESCRIPTION
Inspect and replace
Two (2) OCS Sensors
OP CODE
FRT
PC2152
1.1 hrs.
OR
CAMPAIGN ID #
PC215
OR
CAMPAIGN ID #
PC215
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