NVH Troubleshooting Chart
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Use chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
FRONT AXLE - DRIVE SHAFT - NOISE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Excessive Joint Angle | - |
| Joint Sliding Resistance | |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Front Axle | |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - DRIVE SHAFT - SHAKE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Excessive Joint Angle | - |
| Imbalance | |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Front Axle | |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - NOISE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Parts Interference | - |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Drive Shaft | Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart. |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - SHAKE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Parts Interference | - |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Drive Shaft | Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart. |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - VIBRATION SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Parts Interference | - |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Drive Shaft | Refer to DRIVE SHAFT in this chart. |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - SHIMMY SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Parts Interference | - |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - JUDDER SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel | |
| Brakes | |
| Steering |
FRONT AXLE - POOR QUALITY RIDE OR HANDLING SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Parts Interference | - |
| Wheel Bearing Damage | Front Wheel Hub & Knuckle |
| Rear Axle And Rear Suspension | Noise, Vibration & Harshness -Rear Axle; Rear Suspension |
| Tires | |
| Road Wheel |