Symptom Chart - NVH

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NVH SYMPTOM DESCRIPTION

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
NOTE: NVH symptoms will 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 & HARSHNESS . 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 & HARSHNESS for the next likely system and continue diagnosis.
Noisy A/C compressor	A/C compressor pulley bearing worn	INSPECT the A/C compressor pulley bearing for roughness. If bearing roughness is found, INSTALL a new A/C compressor. REFER to CLIMATE CONTROL . TEST the system for normal operation.
	A/C compressor bearing worn	INSPECT the A/C compressor bearing for roughness. If bearing roughness is found, INSTALL an A/C compressor. REFER to CLIMATE CONTROL . TEST the system for normal operation.