OEM Linking Pin: Nissan Maxima/Sentra Outer Quarter Panel - UPDATE

I-CAR · October 2, 2024 · Nissan

Summary

Nissan allows the outer quarter panel skin on the 2016-2023 Maxima (A36) and 2020-2025 Sentra (B18) to be sectioned in locations other than those specified in the Body Repair Manual (BRM). This allowance applies strictly to the outer skin metal and does not permit alternative sectioning of any underlying structural components.

What to do on the job

Verify that the replacement service part is large enough to cover the custom sectioning area, and ensure absolutely no underlying structural components are cut when sectioning the outer quarter panel skin outside of the BRM-specified locations.

How to use it

Use this document to justify custom sectioning locations for the outer quarter panel skin on 2016-2023 Maxima and 2020-2025 Sentra models, especially when trying to avoid unnecessary backglass removal. Ensure you emphasize that this exception is Nissan-approved but strictly limited to the outer skin of these specific models and does not apply to underlying structures or other Nissan vehicles.

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