The X-Trail Files #10 'Upper glovebox unit'

[@malcolmmorris7555]

So glad this video is on KZbin, my upper glove box hinges have broken off and now I know I can remove the whole assembly and replace it !

[@chillimocha]

Thanks for this. Mine broke this morning. I’ll be trying to find one from a wrecker now to do this fix myself.

[@fredberthrong1214]

Thanks! That helps a lot.

[@barrymayes6712]

Great video. Thanks. How do I replace the passenger airbag on this vehicle? Have you made a video?

[@TK42138]

Many thanks, unfortunately I haven't as my one was replaced free of charge by Nissan dealership due to the worldwide Takata airbag recall on Nissan and some Toyota vehicles. Car was with them for hour and 30mins so I assume they removed the lower and upper glovebox units and unscrewed the airbag from inside after safety precautions such as disconnecting car battery and allowing firing capacitors to discharge before going near it.

[@willisholtmann1392]

Is this a T30 face lift? I have a T30 but my interior looks very different. I presume this is more updated?

[@TK42138]

Yes - the earlier T30's had a push switch selector for the 4x4 Auto and 4x4 Lock modes and some differences to the dashboard storage bins.

[@willisholtmann1392]

@@TK42138 Thanx, glad they updated the interior. Yours looks much better!

[@HabaMusic]

Tx for the vids. Could you tell me how I can remove the centre console silver trim plate that's around the stereo and air controls?

[@TK42138]

Hi, the trim panel just pops off. Use a plastic flat blade or similar to help detach it without damaging the plastic. Found this video that shows how to do it; kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKrPlIWYg6l1m6M

[@WalkaboutWanderer]

Will a 2003 reg Nissan Xtrail have this? If so, I didn't have a clue and I have owned mine since July and lived in it for over 4 months and never noticed!

[@TK42138]

Walkabout Wanderer Yes all T30 Xtrails have the upper glovebox.

[@WalkaboutWanderer]

TK42138 how did I miss that :-/

[@TK42138]

Walkabout Wanderer Easily done 😉

[@denissanch385]

@@TK42138No, todos no lo tenían del lado del compañero ... el primer Xtrail 2001 -> 2003 no lo tenía, fue a partir de esa fecha cuando empezaron a tenerlo (2ª generación).

[@gerardreches]

Same, owned a 2005 for over a year and never knew about this. Unfortunately the hinges were already broken.

[@vicentepallamare2608]

I've got rattle coming in from the passenger airbag.... When I press on it during travel the rattle stops... Any ideas?

[@TK42138]

Check the top storage and lower glovebox internal mouldings to see if they are loose. The T30 Xtrail passenger airbag was subject to a recall due to faulty airbag units and are being replaced free of charge. If yours has been replaced, maybe the garage didn't secure surrounding trim properly?

[@vicentepallamare2608]

@@TK42138 I do not know if it was replaced.... I bought an 05 plate recently and it just rattles... Thinking of disassembling and removing the noise somehow... Any diagrams?

[@vicentepallamare2608]

When I press on the airbag cover the rattling sound dampens.... That's how I decided this is the culprit...

[@TK42138]

There are Xtrail workshop manuals in PDF online and on the Xtrail UK Facebook group. I'll have a look and see what I can find.

[@TK42138]

This is the link to the Xtrail UK Facebook page with pdf instrument and dashboard section. Be aware there are safety precautions when working near or on airbag/SRS system. m.facebook.com/groups/1441183066130189/permalink/2813487622233053/

[@osmoregulatoryorgan]

is that it??? Just two screws?? I'm bloody speechless. [this after years doing fixits on my audi a4]

[@TK42138]

I miss my Audi Coupe GT and Audi 80 2.0E. both had that 'hewn from solid' build quality that Nissan simply doesn't have. Having said that, the Xtrail still doesn't creak or squeak despite 150k miles.

[@stojchesimjanoski5222]

Hello i am having not heat coming inside, the blowoer motor is workin fine , please help

[@TK42138]

Hi, no heat output can be caused by; Coolant level too low so airlock/trapped air in heater matrix and supply & return pipes. Heater flap door not opening due to flap motor or linkage fault. Heater control not working. Thermostat stuck open so engine running too cool. With engine warmed up, carefully check temperature of the heater matrix supply and return pipes behind engine at bulkhead. Supply pipe should be hotter than return pipe. Don't want to worry you but the HVAC system (heating ventilation air conditioning) on the T30 Xtrail is complex because all electrical systems run on CANBUS multiplexed wiring with each component using dedicated modules and sensors. There is a PDF workshop manual that runs to 164 pages and has a diagnostic test check list. The Xtrail UK Facebook group has the pdf files and it's called 'ATC Automatic air conditioning. E-manuals online will also have the workshop manuals.

[@TK42138]

My email is on my channel info and I could send you a PDF of the workshop manual for the HVAC system because it's too complex to describe on the comments section.

[@twerpuser]

How did you remove the old Sat nav DVD player from the top glove box?

[@TK42138]

It never had one. Satnav dvd unit was only optional on DCi Sport trim spec. Probably just as well because it's a bit dated and slow compared to TomTom satnav units.

[@twerpuser]

What do you have in its space looks like USB hub?

[@TK42138]

It was a USB phone charger that plugged into 12v aux socket. The upper glovebox is very small and it doesn't lock so I just keep a phone cable or a torch in there.

[@markdahl3249]

The opening mechanism for the top cover is very sticky even with using wd40..it just wont work....its just driving me crazy

[@jamie-ox8sg]

Didnt even know that was there

[@lancelake3426]

My upper glove box is on the right hand side. Behind the steering wheel. Not on the passenger side

[@TK42138]

I'll have to have a look at my one to see how it's located. Very occasionally my one jams up when opening even if it's empty.

[@TK42138]

Hi again, apologies for delay - here's my video which shows how to remove the driver's side upper glovebox. Just uploaded it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJSbZ3l5Ytt5lc0