!!For 370Z Owners with the Stuck Hatch Release Issue!!

kdo2milger · 08-07-2009, 07:09 PM

Update: I attached a downloadable PDF of the TSB at the bottom of this post

Edit for new Part Number: 84415-1EA1E
Thanks to Flashburn!

TSB 10-014 released on 26 Jan 2010 for 2009 370z Owners!!!
Thanks to TheDreamer!

Also other TSBs can be found here:
Knowledgebase - Z - Nissanhelp.com

kdo2milger · 08-07-2009, 07:18 PM

AK do you think we can make this a sticky?

Trips · 08-07-2009, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdo2milger

I would like to get Nissan to acknowledge this issue with the hopes of them releasing a TSB for 370z Owners as well...

Everyone experiencing this issue needs to call 1-800-NISSAN-1 or 1-800-647-7261 and file a concern in order to build a credible complaint that will hopefully spawn a TSB release for us.

These Lift Springs are $32.00 EA. I dont know about you, but I can think of better things to spend 64 bucks on...

I noticed this issue also. I know there are many others out there with the same issue can we call on our members who own a Z to chime in and try to verify if they do or don't have this problem that would be a good feeler if Nissan has something to address for the immediate future.

Lloydy · 08-07-2009, 08:48 PM

I've got this issue, will call Nissan on Monday

frost · 08-07-2009, 08:51 PM

No problems yet, but appreciate the heads up.

kdo2milger · 08-07-2009, 08:59 PM

the spring lift on the top is the new spring lift.

the spring lift on the bottom is mine, notice the difference in length? its at least 3/8 inch longer.

I'm still using the two penny trick on mine at the moment, I tested it today and the pennies seem to be working...although its intermitten at best...

Modshack · 08-07-2009, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdo2milger

I'm still using the two penny trick on mine at the moment, I tested it today and the pennies seem to be working...although its intermitten at best...

Invest another 2 cents (just my 2 cents on that!)

kdo2milger · 08-07-2009, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Modshack

Invest another 2 cents (just my 2 cents on that!)

lol, i was actually thinking of upgrading to 3 pennies on each side...

I still want Nissan to acknowledge this issue though

raps101 · 08-11-2009, 12:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdo2milger

the spring lift on the top is the new spring lift.

the spring lift on the bottom is mine, notice the difference in length? its at least 3/8 inch longer.

I'm still using the two penny trick on mine at the moment, I tested it today and the pennies seem to be working...although its intermitten at best...

I dont understand, Nissan makes a longer spring lift for the 370z than the one that comes with the car?

GTRFAN · 08-11-2009, 02:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by raps101

I dont understand, Nissan makes a longer spring lift for the 370z than the one that comes with the car?

Yeah exactly what I was thinking...

Mine sticks all the time so I will take it in. I am also filling out the customer feedback survey and was told to raise any issues direct with the manager. I will raise this and ask for free replacement springs. Thanks for the part numbers.

I also found a paint fault on the weekend when washing it...for fark sake Nissan.

kdo2milger · 08-11-2009, 07:42 PM

Three Pennies Seemed to do the trick for me!!!

I have had a 100% success rate at opening the trunk with three pennies on each side!!!

so, where does that leave us? who knows...for now i'll will leave it as is and still engage Nissan to acknowledge this issue...

billydsz · 09-01-2009, 07:55 AM

I didn't have the problem for the first week and a half, but now it's happened twice in a row.

I had alot of issues with the rear hatch on my 350z (05) so this is nothing new. Sometimes it wouldn't open and also I had to replace the shock/springs that hold the hatch up after 20k miles.

C'mon Nissan this is not a complex engineering problem. Basic stuff here. Sheesh.

Trips · 08-07-2009, 10:31 PM

I'l raise you a nickel!

kdo2milger · 08-07-2009, 11:01 PM

I'll be calling them on monday as well...it was already after hours today when I called...

AK370Z · 08-08-2009, 03:20 AM

added a poll. I want to see how many members are suffering from this. Please vote honestly.

I do not have this problem. I use my hatch quite often and it has yet to get stuck.

View Poll Results: Does your rear hatch get stuck?
YES (ALL THE TIME!!!)	403	38.82%
YES (Sometime)	452	43.55%
NO (Never!)	183	17.63%
Voters: 1038. You may not vote on this poll

08-07-2009, 07:18 PM	#2 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 60	AK do you think we can make this a sticky? __________________ Project *NISMO*

08-07-2009, 08:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
frost Retired admin Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Winterfell Posts: 106,613 Drives: Your Wife Crazy Rep Power: 0	No problems yet, but appreciate the heads up. kdo2milger likes this.

08-07-2009, 08:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 60	the spring lift on the top is the new spring lift. the spring lift on the bottom is mine, notice the difference in length? its at least 3/8 inch longer. I'm still using the two penny trick on mine at the moment, I tested it today and the pennies seem to be working...although its intermitten at best... __________________ Project *NISMO*

08-11-2009, 07:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 60	*Three Pennies Seemed to do the trick for me!!!* I have had a 100% success rate at opening the trunk with three pennies on each side!!! so, where does that leave us? who knows...for now i'll will leave it as is and still engage Nissan to acknowledge this issue... __________________ Project *NISMO*

08-07-2009, 08:48 PM	#4 (permalink)
Lloydy Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 150 Drives: 09 370z PG 6mt T/S Rep Power: 16	I've got this issue, will call Nissan on Monday

09-01-2009, 07:55 AM	#12 (permalink)
billydsz Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: New Bern Posts: 252 Drives: 9 370z SptCp SRd 7AT Rep Power: 16	I didn't have the problem for the first week and a half, but now it's happened twice in a row. I had alot of issues with the rear hatch on my 350z (05) so this is nothing new. Sometimes it wouldn't open and also I had to replace the shock/springs that hold the hatch up after 20k miles. C'mon Nissan this is not a complex engineering problem. Basic stuff here. Sheesh.

08-07-2009, 10:31 PM	#13 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	I'l raise you a nickel! __________________

08-07-2009, 11:01 PM	#14 (permalink)
kdo2milger OG Priesthood Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Fargo, ND Posts: 17,859 Drives: NISMO T Rep Power: 60	I'll be calling them on monday as well...it was already after hours today when I called... __________________ Project *NISMO*

08-08-2009, 03:20 AM	#15 (permalink)
AK370Z Administrator Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 9,930 Drives: 09 370Z MB Sports M6 Rep Power: 10	added a poll. I want to see how many members are suffering from this. Please vote honestly. I do not have this problem. I use my hatch quite often and it has yet to get stuck. kdo2milger likes this. __________________ The370Z Signature Pictures ll Want to rock our forum decals on your car? Then click here! ll How to Embed YouTube Videos In a Post STOP! (Hammertime) ll Become a Premium Member Click HERE ll F.A.Q. Are You a Nissan Dealer? Click Here to Become A "Supporting Dealer" and Start Listing Your 370Zs In Our Inventory Section My Monterey Blue Z ll My Exhaust --> My Intake --> G3 Nissan's Official Response Regarding Oil Temp Issue: CLICK HERE Need a Set of Cheap Winter wheels /Tires? Then Visit The Banner Link Below and Place Your Order. You'll Help Keep The370Z Alive.

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