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 the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
REAR AXLE - NOISE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Parts Interference | "Wheel Hub " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Brakes | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " (brakes) "On-Vehicle Service " (parking brake) |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Road Wheel | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
REAR AXLE - SHAKE SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Parts Interference | "Wheel Hub " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Road Wheel | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
REAR AXLE - VIBRATION SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Parts Interference | "Wheel Hub " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Brakes | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " (brakes) "On-Vehicle Service " (parking brake) |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
REAR AXLE - SHIMMY SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Parts Interference | "Wheel Hub " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Road Wheel | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
REAR AXLE - SHUDDER SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Brakes | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " (brakes) "On-Vehicle Service " (parking brake) |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Road Wheel | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
REAR AXLE - POOR QUALITY RIDE OR HANDLING SYMPTOMS TABLE
| POSSIBLE CAUSE AND SUSPECTED PARTS | REFER TO |
|---|---|
| Improper Installation, Looseness | "Removal And Installation " |
| Parts Interference | "Wheel Hub " |
| Wheel Bearing Damage | "Wheel Hub " |
| Tires | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Rear Suspension | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |
| Road Wheel | "NVH Troubleshooting Chart " |