DIY: Rear Hatch Handle Replacement - Page 2 - Nissan Murano

**Gonzo** · 10-10-2009, 10:01 PM

After doing this I reazlied that the hatch latch also needs to be replaced due to corrision which prevents the open/close electrical swtich from working withing the latch. The result is that my MO doesn't know when the hatch is open and therefore the hatch internal lights never work and of course if the hatch is not closed all the way I will not get any warnings.

Another project for another time.

evjm · 10-13-2009, 05:18 PM

Thanks for adding the pics Gonzo. My hatch lights also no longer work, but I'll do without them.

**Gonzo** · 10-13-2009, 08:57 PM

One other side effect, is that if you unlock the MO and only open the hatch it will relock all the doors since the MO didn't sense the hatch was open. A potential lock the key the car gotcha which was why I was thinking of replacing it. World Parts express has the part for $90.

Hatch lock

biggun · 02-18-2010, 01:22 PM

Wow! Just curious, would it be possible to replace the older model handles with the 2005 or newer which now have rubber electrical puh switch = no rust?

**Gonzo** · 02-18-2010, 02:06 PM

Good question but I doubt it... I think the newer rubber release releases the hatch electronically while the older ones where mechanical. Perhaps someone could confirm.

**zebelkhan** · 02-18-2010, 03:39 PM

The early and late rear gates have different part numbers, I am guessing because the mount for the mechanical and the electric handles are different.

Rayt · 05-12-2010, 06:26 PM

I have this problem as well and I wonder how wide spread this issue is. I have a 2004 with 66k miles that has always been garaged. I also have other rust issues that really seem excessive for the age, mileage and how this vehicle has been treated. Does anybody else feel this way?

nafddur · 05-13-2010, 10:49 AM

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Originally posted by Rayt
I have this problem as well and I wonder how wide spread this issue is. I have a 2004 with 66k miles that has always been garaged. I also have other rust issues that really seem excessive for the age, mileage and how this vehicle has been treated. Does anybody else feel this way?

I too have an 04, and mine currently has 78K miles. A few years ago when I saw that the rear hatch handle rusting was a potential problem, I started spraying mine periodically (every 6 months or so) with WD-40. So far so good.

**zebelkhan** · 05-13-2010, 12:37 PM

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Originally posted by nafddur
...I started spraying mine periodically (every 6 months or so) with WD-40.

From inside or the outside?

nafddur · 05-13-2010, 12:55 PM

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Originally posted by zebelkhan

From inside or the outside?

From the outside. I just stick the long spray nozzel (tube) into the latching mechanism and spray the you-know-what out of it. I keep a rag handy to soak up the excess WD-40 that invariably leaks out and (of course) coats the outside of the latch as well. I then remind my wife that, if she uses the rear hatch, be prepared for a little surplus lube when she touches the latch handle. In a few days, it's all gone however.

**zebelkhan** · 05-13-2010, 12:58 PM

That makes sense. My concern would be WD-40 on the paint so as you said, a good clean-up of the excess would be in order.

9yrsinnissan · 06-02-2010, 09:18 AM

Thank you so much for posting! I too have had this problem with my '03!!!

Bobino · 05-09-2011, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Gonzo

Great project.... took 30 minutes and now I've got my hatch back in order. Thanks. I figured I would add some photots to assist...

Here was my old handle and then of course the new one.

I can't see your link to buy that handle. Can anyone help me on this. What is the part # or the exact name of it ?

Any good part website would help... from Canada would even be better, but it doesn't matter.

Thanks !

evjm · 05-09-2011, 10:42 AM

The handle is still going great! I lost my luggage lights recently but I may just have to find the contact and clean it.

The part number is on my first post. I think I bought it at Courtesy Parts, I'm in Canada and didn't get hit at the border for it. Make sure it gets sent USPS. UPS has the huge fees at the border.

Mrorida · 05-30-2011, 09:55 PM

My rear hatch locks sometimes and won't open even if
I push unlock. Also, my rear doors sometimes don't
Unlock as well. Anyone have a clue what's going on

10-10-2009, 10:01 PM	#16 (permalink)
Gonzo Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 4,092	After doing this I reazlied that the hatch latch also needs to be replaced due to corrision which prevents the open/close electrical swtich from working withing the latch. The result is that my MO doesn't know when the hatch is open and therefore the hatch internal lights never work and of course if the hatch is not closed all the way I will not get any warnings. Another project for another time. __________________ 2003 SL AWD Black

10-13-2009, 05:18 PM	#17 (permalink)
evjm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 137	Thanks for adding the pics Gonzo. My hatch lights also no longer work, but I'll do without them. __________________ 2004 Murano SL AWD

10-13-2009, 08:57 PM	#18 (permalink)
Gonzo Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 4,092	One other side effect, is that if you unlock the MO and only open the hatch it will relock all the doors since the MO didn't sense the hatch was open. A potential lock the key the car gotcha which was why I was thinking of replacing it. World Parts express has the part for $90. Hatch lock __________________ 2003 SL AWD Black

02-18-2010, 01:22 PM	#19 (permalink)
biggun Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Granite State Posts: 1,034	Wow! Just curious, would it be possible to replace the older model handles with the 2005 or newer which now have rubber electrical puh switch = no rust? __________________ 05 Merlot AWD S w/Convenience Package, Tow Package, Sirius Radio Upgrades: - OEM Homelink Mirror, Tweeters, FOG (on with parklight) - 2007 OEM Chrome HVAC Knobs, Alum. Rear Protector, Wheels - Alum. Pedals & LED Lights in Vents Future Upgrades (hopefully some day): - LED Taillight Upgrade (have parts for control board) - OEM HID Headlights (have parts)

02-18-2010, 02:06 PM	#20 (permalink)
Gonzo Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 4,092	Good question but I doubt it... I think the newer rubber release releases the hatch electronically while the older ones where mechanical. Perhaps someone could confirm. __________________ 2003 SL AWD Black

02-18-2010, 03:39 PM	#21 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,041	The early and late rear gates have different part numbers, I am guessing because the mount for the mechanical and the electric handles are different. __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

05-12-2010, 06:26 PM	#22 (permalink)
Rayt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 20	Rear Hatch Handle I have this problem as well and I wonder how wide spread this issue is. I have a 2004 with 66k miles that has always been garaged. I also have other rust issues that really seem excessive for the age, mileage and how this vehicle has been treated. Does anybody else feel this way? __________________ 2004 SL AWD

05-13-2010, 12:58 PM	#26 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,041	That makes sense. My concern would be WD-40 on the paint so as you said, a good clean-up of the excess would be in order. __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

06-02-2010, 09:18 AM	#27 (permalink)
9yrsinnissan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 2	Thank you so much for posting! I too have had this problem with my '03!!!

05-09-2011, 10:42 AM	#29 (permalink)
evjm Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 137	The handle is still going great! I lost my luggage lights recently but I may just have to find the contact and clean it. The part number is on my first post. I think I bought it at Courtesy Parts, I'm in Canada and didn't get hit at the border for it. Make sure it gets sent USPS. UPS has the huge fees at the border. __________________ 2004 Murano SL AWD

05-30-2011, 09:55 PM	#30 (permalink)
Mrorida Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Daytona beach, FL Posts: 46	My rear hatch locks sometimes and won't open even if I push unlock. Also, my rear doors sometimes don't Unlock as well. Anyone have a clue what's going on

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