A/C - Does Not Blow Cold Air And Leaks Refrigerant: Overview

Classification: HA12-004A

Reference: NTB12-044A

Date: June 5, 2012

2012 ALTIMA, SENTRA; COMPRESSOR LEAK AT DRAIN PLUG

This bulletin has been amended to include additional models and their procedures.

APPLIED VEHICLES: 2012 Altima Sedan (L32)
VINS AND DATES: Built before: 1N4BL2AP(*)CC 214759/01-Feb 2012
1N4AL2AP(*)CN 521695/01-Feb 2012

2012 Altima Coupe (CL32)
Built before IN4BL2EP(*)CC 214943/01-Feb 2012 2012

Sentra (B16)
Built before 3N1CB6AE(*)CL 704506/16-Feb 2012
Built before 3N1AB6AP(*)CL 681694/10-Dec 2011

IF YOU CONFIRM:

^ A/C is not blowing cold

AND





^ Inspection of the compressor shows green dye is present near or around the oil "Drain Plug" bolt (Figures 1 and 2), this Service Bulletin applies.

ACTION:

Use the DIAGNOSIS FLOW CHART below to help diagnose and identify the source/cause.





PARTS INFORMATION





CLAIMS INFORMATION





REPAIR FLOW CHART

NOTE:
If no green dye is present around the compressor Drain Plug bolt and there is low, or no refrigerant, this bulletin does not apply. Refer to the ESM and use the standard repair and warranty procedures as needed.