NVH Troubleshooting Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Infiniti Q50. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Use chart below to find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.

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Possible cause and SUSPECTED PARTS			Improper installation, looseness	Shock absorber deformation, damage or deflection	Bushing or mounting deterioration	Parts interference	Spring fatigue	Suspension looseness	Incorrect wheel alignment	Stabilizer bar fatigue	PROPELLER SHAFT	FRONT AXLE AND FRONT SUSPENSION	ROAD WHEEL	BRAKE DRIVE SHAFT	STEERING
Symptom	FRONT SUSPENSION	Noise	*	*	*	*	*	*	-	-	*	*	*	*	*
		Shake	*	*	*	*	-	*	-	-	*	*	*	*	*
		Vibration	*	*	*	*	*	-	-	-	*	*	-	-	*
		Shimmy	*	*	*	*	-	-	*	-	-	*	*	*	*
		Judder	*	*	*	-	-	-	-	-	-	*	*	*	*
		Poor quality ride or handling	*	*	*	*	*	-	*	*	-	*	*	-	-

*: Applicable, -: Not applicable