15 Nismo rattle trap?

Rusty · 09-25-2016, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Davey

I have to pop my hatch twice to get it to open. First time it just loosens up a bit and the second, it actually raises up enough to clear the latch, and mine *still* rattles a bit on big bumps.

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Originally Posted by Figtuna

My rear hatch mechanism on my 2015 does the same thing too. In fact my 2010
Nismo did the same thing!

On the hatch, there is 2 black spring cans. One on each side. You can remove them by twisting them counter clock wise. Take them apart, and add a 1/8" washer to the spring. Reinstall to the hatch. This should work with popping the hatch open. If not, you may have to use a thicker washer.

david81968 · 10-17-2016, 07:58 PM

I have a '16 AT with 9K miles. The only rattle I have is the simple armrest release button. The dealership says there is no fix and another replacement would just do the same. Not a big deal. As for the hatch not opening (without 2 button presses) you'll have to deal with it. I've added 2 nickels to each spring-boot and that worked for a week. I then removed the nickels and glued a rubber washer to the frame to build up the little springs at contact (another member said it worked for him). It worked for 2 days. I've also removed the 5 lb weight in the hatch (under plastic cover). In the end, there really is no fix from Nissan. This has been an issue since the 2009 model. I have a feeling the trunk roll-cover may play a role in keeping the hatch down. I've made my piece with it. Overall I'm happy with the lack of rattles/issues.

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10-17-2016, 07:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
david81968 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Fort Lauderdale Posts: 73 Drives: '16 370z NISMO Rep Power: 11	I have a '16 AT with 9K miles. The only rattle I have is the simple armrest release button. The dealership says there is no fix and another replacement would just do the same. Not a big deal. As for the hatch not opening (without 2 button presses) you'll have to deal with it. I've added 2 nickels to each spring-boot and that worked for a week. I then removed the nickels and glued a rubber washer to the frame to build up the little springs at contact (another member said it worked for him). It worked for 2 days. I've also removed the 5 lb weight in the hatch (under plastic cover). In the end, there really is no fix from Nissan. This has been an issue since the 2009 model. I have a feeling the trunk roll-cover may play a role in keeping the hatch down. I've made my piece with it. Overall I'm happy with the lack of rattles/issues.