Symptom Chart - Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) symptoms should be identified using the diagnostic tools that are available. For a list of these tools, an explanation of their uses and a glossary of common terms, refer to NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS article. Since it is possible any one of multiple systems may be the cause of a symptom, it may be necessary to use a process of elimination type of diagnostic approach to pinpoint the responsible system. If this is not the causal system for the symptom, refer back to NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS article for the next likely system and continue diagnosis.

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Vibration - a high frequency (20-80 Hz) vibration that is felt through the seat or the selector lever. Changes with engine speed	Selector lever cable incorrectly routed, grounded out or loose Loose selector lever cable bracket	CHECK the selector lever cable and bracket for damage and correct assembly. REFER to Selector Lever Cable . REPAIR as necessary.
Rattle, noise, buzz or other noise	Selector lever loose Noisy selector lever	TIGHTEN the selector lever bolts. INSTALL a new selector lever. REFER to Selector Lever .