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*Squid* · 03-20-2005, 05:04 PM

This an attempt to consolidate all the known solutions to problems in one place. If you know of, or run across a thread not listed on this first post let me know and I'll edit this post accordingly with the link to the thread. This should after a while help out not only the new owners/members but also the long time members with bad memories.

REMEMBER KEYWORD, Solutions.

Audio.

1.)Aftermarket Stereo Installation Knowledge Base.
(Suggested by Bestatchess, Contributed by Boucoup Audio Gurus )
Installing Aftermarket Radio Tonight...

2.) Audio Install with Pics.
(Contibuted by M95roadster)
Audio Install...the beginning w/Pics

3.) Bezel/faceplate and door panel removal.
(Contributed by Bestatchess Post #4)
Stereo installation

4.) Low Audio level through Aux Input Solution.
(Contributed by Sammy Sandbag)
Hardwired MP3 Player

5.) Airhorn for the Titan.
(Contributed by Juma post #6)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...361#post329361

Brakes.

1.) Brake Recall Info. Warrenty extension document for 04/05 brakes.
(Contributed By Slurppie)
Brake Recall Info

2.) Stillen aftermarket Big Brake Kit.
(Contributed by gr8titan )
They're here: Stillen Big Brakes

Cab

1.) Microfilter replacement/Installation (Great How To, for trucks with no filter from the factory. All trucks do have the filter Box)
( Contributed by VW1972bugs post #21)
Microfilter- King Cab

2.) Check Engine Light, toolless code retrieval.
(Contributed by Titanparts1 post #16)
Service Engine Soon Light

3.) Low Tire Pressure Warning System FAQ.
(Contributed by Austin Post#14 and others.)
Low Tire Pressure Indicator

4.) Popping sound when closing the door.
(Contributed by HavockWK and Friends. Post #4 of this thread.)

5.) Windows creaking in the up position.
(Suggested/Solution by ctuck13 post # 12 of TITANTALK link, Solution by adjmcloon Post #6 and #10 of CLUBARMADA link)
drivers side faint rattle
http://www.clubarmada.com/showthread.php?t=465

6.) Air bag sensor light reset procedure.
(Suggested by Sammy Sandbag, Solution by smoketitan)
Dash Air Bag Sensor Reset

7.) Keyfob ID setup
(Suggested by BLwedge09)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...achmentid=9665

Differentials .

1.) Photos of 05 aluminum rear diff cover install/Info.
(Contributed by gr8titan)
Photos of 05 aluminum diff cover install

2.) Low differential fluid discovery.
(Contributed by JETTECH)
Everyone PLEASE READ!!!

3.) Checking/Draining the Front Differential.
(Contributed by BigJoe Titan, Post #32)
Differential lube check screw-locktite??

4.) Checking/draining the rear Differential.
(Contributed by Bestatchess Post 2# and #4)
Rear Diff fluid question...HELP!!

5.) Differential drain plug torque/sealant.
(Contributed by Bayou Titan Post #2 and Bestatchess Post#3)
Checking Rear Differential

6.) Rear Differential fluid change Pictures.
(Contributed by Admorris)
Rear diff. fluid change pics

7.) E-Lock locked in 2WD, 4HI & 4LO Modification
( Contributed by Austin)
E-Lock locked in 2WD, 4HI & 4LO

Electrical

1.) Optima battery and grounding upgrade.
(Contributed by 1BADTITAN)
Pic of my Optima Battery and Grounding Set

2.) Wire colors and purpose
(Contributed by Wareagle)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...272#post328272

3.) Wiring 101 for dummies.
(Contributed by Bestatchess and Juma)
Hard Wire Help

Engine.

1.) How to:ECU Reset,Throttle & Accelerator Position Learning
(Contributed by ROCKYMTNTITAN)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...027#post316027

2.)Nissan Titan V8 engine development SAE white paper.(VK56DE INFO)
(Contributed by ARMADA)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...tid=9430&stc=1

3.) Oil Analysis.
(Contributed by JetTech)
Titan loves Mobil 1 0W-40

4.) Oil Pressure Fluctuation as seen on the gauge.
(Contributed by BLWEDGE09, Post#2)
Oil pressure guage

5.) Air Conditioning Drain Tube Extension.
(Suggested by Cajunguy, Contributed by Vshortt, Instructions by 37L1 Post #60 and Friends)
Another Water Problem

6.) Blackstone labs (oil Analysis) $20,00
http://www.blackstone-labs.com/

Free Kit form.
http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free_test_kit.html

Exterior Safety Items

1.) Windshield wiper skipping/replacement blades
(Contributed by everyone in the following threads.)
wipers squeaking and skipping
windshield wipers
Noisy Windshield Wipers

2.) Removal/ Installation of Big Tow Mirrors
(Contributed by BigRedTitan)
Big Tow mirror problem

3.) Oily film on windshield removal.
(Contributed by all involved)
Oily film on windshield.

4.) Changing wheels/Tire rotation/Lug nut Torque.
(Suggested by Wrenrj1)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...achmentid=9666

5.) Spare tire remote air up/check Mod.
(Contributed by RDfeatherstone)
Valve Extension Hose?

Lighting

1.) Replacment procedure for Headlights/turn signals/parking/sidemarker.
(Contributed by RRUMANER Post #9)
Bulb Size

2.) Headlight Adjustment.
(Contributed by Stitch)
Check Your Aim

3.) Solution for inadvertant shutting off of headlights.
(Contributed by honeykeeper, solution by carpentry1@optonline)
Cure for accidentally turning off lights 63¢!

4.) Solution for Intermittent dash/enviromental control knobs lighting.
(Suggested by Fluxcubby, solution by me post#3)
Electrical Gremlins

Service.

1.) Service Department Advice.
(Contributed by Wrenrj1 )
Dealing with Dealer Service Depts.

2.) Downloadable Service Manual FAQ.
(Suggested by Bestatchess, Contributed By Many.)
Downloadable Service Manual Question

3.) Nissan Free Downloadable Owners Manual(Contributed by me)
http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/nissa...id=&dept_id=30

4.) TSB Website
(Contributed by me.)
http://www.nissanhelp.com/Bulletins/Model.htm

5.) TSB's (in .PDF format)
(Contributed by Z23Fan)
TSB's (in .PDF format)

Suspension

1.) Axle Wrap. (Explanation and Solution)
(Contributed by JetTech)
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...6&postcount=31

2.) Squeaky Suspension.
(Contributed by Mike H Post #18)
Squeaky suspension

Ticks/Rattles/Bumps

1.) Fix for tick on passenger side area.
(Contributed by arkman0, Post#7)
Fix for tick on passenger side area?

2.) Bump sound from bed when slowing to a stop.
(Suggested by Optimist, Member who first found solution unknown)
THings that go bump in the night......(problem)

Tansmission

1.) Transmission fluid change.
(Contributed by Juma)
sunday transmission fluid change - the easy juma way

Towing

1.) Towing FAQ.
http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...061#post279061

2.) Trailer light relay P/N and Installation.
(Contributed by KYdeepwater and Pagerdaddy)
Trailer Wiring

3.) 4X4 drop hitch drop length discussion.
(Contributed by all involved)
4X4 drop hitch "drop" length????

03-20-2005, 05:04 PM	#1 (permalink)
Squid Banned iTrader: (0) Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 3,883 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Solutions to Known Problems. This an attempt to consolidate all the known solutions to problems in one place. If you know of, or run across a thread not listed on this first post let me know and I'll edit this post accordingly with the link to the thread. This should after a while help out not only the new owners/members but also the long time members with bad memories. REMEMBER KEYWORD, Solutions. Audio. 1.)Aftermarket Stereo Installation Knowledge Base. (Suggested by Bestatchess, Contributed by Boucoup Audio Gurus ) Installing Aftermarket Radio Tonight... 2.) Audio Install with Pics. (Contibuted by M95roadster) Audio Install...the beginning w/Pics 3.) Bezel/faceplate and door panel removal. (Contributed by Bestatchess Post #4) Stereo installation 4.) Low Audio level through Aux Input Solution. (Contributed by Sammy Sandbag) Hardwired MP3 Player 5.) Airhorn for the Titan. (Contributed by Juma post #6) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...361#post329361 Brakes. 1.) Brake Recall Info. Warrenty extension document for 04/05 brakes. (Contributed By Slurppie) Brake Recall Info 2.) Stillen aftermarket Big Brake Kit. (Contributed by gr8titan ) They're here: Stillen Big Brakes Cab 1.) Microfilter replacement/Installation (Great How To, for trucks with no filter from the factory. All trucks do have the filter Box) ( Contributed by VW1972bugs post #21) Microfilter- King Cab 2.) Check Engine Light, toolless code retrieval. (Contributed by Titanparts1 post #16) Service Engine Soon Light 3.) Low Tire Pressure Warning System FAQ. (Contributed by Austin Post#14 and others.) Low Tire Pressure Indicator 4.) Popping sound when closing the door. (Contributed by HavockWK and Friends. Post #4 of this thread.) 5.) Windows creaking in the up position. (Suggested/Solution by ctuck13 post # 12 of TITANTALK link, Solution by adjmcloon Post #6 and #10 of CLUBARMADA link) drivers side faint rattle http://www.clubarmada.com/showthread.php?t=465 6.) Air bag sensor light reset procedure. (Suggested by Sammy Sandbag, Solution by smoketitan) Dash Air Bag Sensor Reset 7.) Keyfob ID setup (Suggested by BLwedge09) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...achmentid=9665 Differentials . 1.) Photos of 05 aluminum rear diff cover install/Info. (Contributed by gr8titan) Photos of 05 aluminum diff cover install 2.) Low differential fluid discovery. (Contributed by JETTECH) Everyone PLEASE READ!!! 3.) Checking/Draining the Front Differential. (Contributed by BigJoe Titan, Post #32) Differential lube check screw-locktite?? 4.) Checking/draining the rear Differential. (Contributed by Bestatchess Post 2# and #4) Rear Diff fluid question...HELP!! 5.) Differential drain plug torque/sealant. (Contributed by Bayou Titan Post #2 and Bestatchess Post#3) Checking Rear Differential 6.) Rear Differential fluid change Pictures. (Contributed by Admorris) Rear diff. fluid change pics 7.) E-Lock locked in 2WD, 4HI & 4LO Modification ( Contributed by Austin) E-Lock locked in 2WD, 4HI & 4LO Electrical 1.) Optima battery and grounding upgrade. (Contributed by 1BADTITAN) Pic of my Optima Battery and Grounding Set 2.) Wire colors and purpose (Contributed by Wareagle) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...272#post328272 3.) Wiring 101 for dummies. (Contributed by Bestatchess and Juma) Hard Wire Help Engine. 1.) How to:ECU Reset,Throttle & Accelerator Position Learning (Contributed by ROCKYMTNTITAN) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...027#post316027 2.)Nissan Titan V8 engine development SAE white paper.(VK56DE INFO) (Contributed by ARMADA) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...tid=9430&stc=1 3.) Oil Analysis. (Contributed by JetTech) Titan loves Mobil 1 0W-40 4.) Oil Pressure Fluctuation as seen on the gauge. (Contributed by BLWEDGE09, Post#2) Oil pressure guage 5.) Air Conditioning Drain Tube Extension. (Suggested by Cajunguy, Contributed by Vshortt, Instructions by 37L1 Post #60 and Friends) Another Water Problem 6.) Blackstone labs (oil Analysis) $20,00 http://www.blackstone-labs.com/ Free Kit form. http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free_test_kit.html Exterior Safety Items 1.) Windshield wiper skipping/replacement blades (Contributed by everyone in the following threads.) wipers squeaking and skipping windshield wipers Noisy Windshield Wipers 2.) Removal/ Installation of Big Tow Mirrors (Contributed by BigRedTitan) Big Tow mirror problem 3.) Oily film on windshield removal. (Contributed by all involved) Oily film on windshield. 4.) Changing wheels/Tire rotation/Lug nut Torque. (Suggested by Wrenrj1) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...achmentid=9666 5.) Spare tire remote air up/check Mod. (Contributed by RDfeatherstone) Valve Extension Hose? Lighting 1.) Replacment procedure for Headlights/turn signals/parking/sidemarker. (Contributed by RRUMANER Post #9) Bulb Size 2.) Headlight Adjustment. (Contributed by Stitch) Check Your Aim 3.) Solution for inadvertant shutting off of headlights. (Contributed by honeykeeper, solution by carpentry1@optonline) Cure for accidentally turning off lights 63¢! 4.) Solution for Intermittent dash/enviromental control knobs lighting. (Suggested by Fluxcubby, solution by me post#3) Electrical Gremlins Service. 1.) Service Department Advice. (Contributed by Wrenrj1 ) Dealing with Dealer Service Depts. 2.) Downloadable Service Manual FAQ. (Suggested by Bestatchess, Contributed By Many.) Downloadable Service Manual Question 3.) Nissan Free Downloadable Owners Manual(Contributed by me) http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/nissa...id=&dept_id=30 4.) TSB Website (Contributed by me.) http://www.nissanhelp.com/Bulletins/Model.htm 5.) TSB's (in .PDF format) (Contributed by Z23Fan) TSB's (in .PDF format) Suspension 1.) Axle Wrap. (Explanation and Solution) (Contributed by JetTech) http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...6&postcount=31 2.) Squeaky Suspension. (Contributed by Mike H Post #18) Squeaky suspension Ticks/Rattles/Bumps 1.) Fix for tick on passenger side area. (Contributed by arkman0, Post#7) Fix for tick on passenger side area? 2.) Bump sound from bed when slowing to a stop. (Suggested by Optimist, Member who first found solution unknown) THings that go bump in the night......(problem) Tansmission 1.) Transmission fluid change. (Contributed by Juma) sunday transmission fluid change - the easy juma way Towing 1.) Towing FAQ. http://www.titantalk.com/forums/show...061#post279061 2.) Trailer light relay P/N and Installation. (Contributed by KYdeepwater and Pagerdaddy) Trailer Wiring 3.) 4X4 drop hitch drop length discussion. (Contributed by all involved) 4X4 drop hitch "drop" length???? Last edited by Squid; 06-01-2005 at 05:57 AM.